Mikel Arteta Commends Arsenal’s “Historic” Feat Following 27th Premier League Victory Arsenal’s triumph over Manchester United at Old Trafford marked a significant milestone for the club, as they secured their 27th Premier League victory of the season, setting a new “historic” record. The lone goal from Leandro Trossard in the 20th minute sealed the win, surpassing the previous record of 26 wins set by the legendary Invincibles of 2003/04 and the double winners of 2001/02, thus establishing a new benchmark for most wins in a 38-game league campaign in the club’s 130-year history. In the aftermath of the match, Arteta…
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Lamine Yamal’s goal and Raphinha’s late penalty propelled Barcelona to a 2-0 victory over Real Sociedad on Monday evening, vaulting them above Girona into second place in La Liga. Despite facing resistance from La Real, Barcelona broke the deadlock in the 40th minute courtesy of Yamal’s finish. Raphinha sealed the win with a confident penalty conversion after Sociedad were penalized for handball. The win sees Xavi Hernandez’s side reclaim second place from Girona, while Sociedad languish in seventh. Game Highlights: Barcelona threatened early on as Pedri set up Raphinha, who aimed for Robert Lewandowski, only for Jon Aramburu to clear…
Blood is spilled as John Fury, father of Tyson Fury, clashes with a member of Oleksandr Usyk’s team in a heated altercation. Just days before Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk face off in the ring, John Fury found himself bloodied from the confrontation. The highly anticipated heavyweight clash between Fury and Usyk is scheduled to take place this Saturday in Saudi Arabia, with all four major titles at stake. Originally planned for February, the fight was postponed to May after Fury sustained a cut during a sparring session. Tensions escalated during the media day in Riyadh when a scuffle broke…
Thomas Frank Emerges as Potential Manchester United Managerial Replacement for Erik ten Hag Amidst Manchester United’s tumultuous season, Thomas Frank of Brentford has surfaced as a potential successor if the club decides to part ways with Erik ten Hag. United’s disappointing campaign has drawn attention, marked by their anticipated lowest-ever Premier League finish. While ten Hag’s future remains uncertain, a fresh contender has emerged for the helm at Old Trafford. Thomas Frank, the current manager of Brentford, has garnered attention. Frank, who has steered Brentford through five successful seasons, has reportedly caught the eye of United, bolstered by his existing…
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has criticized midfielder Casemiro, branding him as ‘lazy’. Rooney made these remarks while discussing Leandro Trossard’s goal in Arsenal’s 1-0 victory over Manchester United on Sunday evening. “He’s clearly shown that he’s a midfielder and not a natural center-back,” Rooney commented in the Sky Sports studio. “It might have been a bit naive. There’s no real angle for Onana to pass the ball to him. But then he has to step out, and it’s lazy. It’s lazy, he’s lazy. “The rest of his teammates have stepped out, and they’ve been caught by it. “And even…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has acknowledged that their chances of winning the Premier League title will diminish if they drop points against Tottenham Hotspur on Tuesday. City, aiming for an unprecedented fourth consecutive top-flight English league title, currently trail leaders Arsenal by one point but have a crucial game in hand. A victory against Spurs would put Guardiola’s side in a position to secure the championship with another win at home against West Ham on the final day of the season on Sunday. City have been in prolific form, scoring 28 goals in their last seven Premier League matches…
Former Arsenal player Emmanuel Petit has proposed that the Gunners should consider acquiring Manchester United outcast Jadon Sancho. Petit believes that Sancho would be a valuable addition to Arsenal’s squad. Sancho, who was transferred for a significant £73 million fee, found himself excluded from Manchester United’s first-team lineup after a falling out with manager Erik ten Hag last September. Despite the discord, Sancho’s loan stint at Dortmund has allowed him to rediscover his form, particularly impressing in the Champions League with his dynamic dribbling abilities. Speaking to Grosvenor Sport, Petit praised Sancho’s resurgence, describing him as a rejuvenated and explosive…
Jurgen Klopp subtly attributed Liverpool’s collapse at Villa Park to one of his players, as they witnessed their 3-1 lead dissipate in the final moments of the match. Liverpool surged to a commanding 3-1 lead courtesy of goals from Cody Gakpo, Jarrel Quansah, and an own goal by Emi Martinez, who inadvertently deflected the ball into his own net within two minutes of the game’s start. Despite Villa’s attempts to stage a comeback, including a disallowed goal from Ollie Watkins due to a narrow offside call in the second half, they seemed destined for a potentially damaging defeat. However, substitute…
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly a ‘tremendous admirer’ of England’s Gareth Southgate, while Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag is rumored to be on the verge of being sacked. With Manchester United currently languishing in eighth place in the Premier League table and facing the possibility of missing out on European competition, reports suggest that Ten Hag’s tenure at the club may soon come to an end. Despite reaching the FA Cup final, Manchester United’s early exits from the Champions League and Carabao Cup have added to the pressure on Ten Hag. Speculation about potential replacements is rife, with…
Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium is poised to become the primary home for the women’s team starting next season, driven by what the club describes as an “extraordinary” surge in interest. The club revealed plans for 11 games to be held at the stadium in the upcoming 2024/25 campaign, comprising eight Women’s Super League (WSL) matches and potentially three Champions League games if the team qualifies for the group stages. Additionally, any home legs in Champions League knockout ties will also be hosted at the Emirates. Remaining fixtures, including domestic cup matches, will continue to be played at Arsenal’s Meadow Park ground,…
Finidi George has announced that under his tenure as head coach of the Super Eagles, players who lack regular playing time with their clubs will not receive invitations to represent Nigeria. Upon his confirmation and unveiling by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Monday, May 13, the former Real Betis winger swiftly set out expectations for the national team members. According to Pulse Sports, Finidi emphasized that every player selected to don the Nigerian jersey during his tenure must demonstrate unwavering commitment, starting with consistent appearances for their respective clubs. “Nigeria takes precedence, and it’s imperative that you maintain regular…
Tragedy struck the boxing world as Nigerian London boxer Sherif Lawal, aged 29, tragically lost his life during his professional debut on Sunday. Lawal collapsed in the ring during a scheduled six-round bout against Malam Varela at Harrow Leisure Centre. Though the fight was evenly matched until the later stages, Lawal sustained a blow in the fourth round and was unable to continue. Referee Lee Every swiftly intervened, realizing the severity of the situation. Despite efforts from his trainer, CJ Hussein, and medical professionals who administered CPR and used a defibrillator for over 15 minutes, Lawal suffered a cardiac arrest…
Chiamaka Nnadozie has made history as the first African, specifically Nigerian, to secure the National Union of Professional Footballers (UNFP) award for the top goalkeeper in the French women’s league. Nnadozie earned this honor for her outstanding performances with Paris FC throughout the 2023/24 season, surpassing competitors such as Christiane Endler from Olympic Lyon, Katarzyna Kiedrzynek of Paris SG, FC Fleury’s Chloe N’Gazi, and Kinga Szemik of Stade de Reims. At just 23 years old, Nnadozie’s recent accolades include being named the best goalkeeper in the French D1 Arkema (women’s league) last month. Her remarkable ability to save penalties has…
Enzo Fernandez has openly admitted to negatively impacting Chelsea’s performance by playing through injury this season and has commended Mauricio Pochettino for instilling order and cohesion within the team. The Argentine World Cup winner has been dealing with a hernia issue, necessitating pain-relieving injections for a significant portion of the campaign. He is now sidelined for the remainder of the season following surgery last month. Fernandez, who joined Chelsea from Benfica in a £106.8 million deal just over a year ago, attributes Pochettino’s influence to the team’s improved dynamics. “In the beginning, it was chaotic with many players,” Fernandez revealed…
Emiliano Martinez has set a regrettable new Premier League record following Aston Villa’s 3-3 draw with Liverpool. Despite trailing 3-1, Villa salvaged a crucial point in their pursuit of Champions League qualification, thanks to a late double from Jhon Duran. While their European aspirations hang in the balance, Unai Emery’s squad remains well-placed heading into the final showdown against an in-form Crystal Palace. Few would have felt the weight of the late comeback more than Villa’s goalkeeper Martinez, who endured a monumental error early in the match. Just two minutes into the game, Martinez inadvertently directed a Harvey Elliott cross…
A recently released documentary chronicles the football upbringing of Kylian Mbappe, featuring insights from childhood friends, fellow players, including France manager Didier Deschamps, and others. Since making his breakthrough with Monaco at 16, Mbappe has often been compared to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, with former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger likening him to Pele upon first seeing him play. Now 25, Mbappe has already participated in two World Cup finals and was named the best young player in the 2018 tournament, becoming only the second teenager to score in a World Cup final, following Pele in 1958. In a memorable…
Guido Albers, the representative of Manchester United’s Donny van de Beek, has revealed that the club is not open to selling the player to another Premier League club this summer. Van de Beek, who was signed by Red Devils manager Erik ten Hag from Ajax in a £40 million deal in 2020, has struggled to establish himself at Old Trafford. Consequently, he is expected to depart permanently at the end of the current season. Although the 27-year-old spent the latter half of the campaign on loan with Eintracht Frankfurt, the Bundesliga outfit will not exercise their option to purchase him…
Samuel Ogazi emerges as a promising talent for the future after achieving the second-fastest time ever recorded by a Nigerian in the 400m event, securing qualification for the Paris Olympic Games. Ogazi’s remarkable feat adds excitement to Nigeria’s contingent of quarter-milers set to compete in Paris, as the teenage sensation marks the fastest 400m runner since the esteemed Innocent Egbunike. At the South Eastern Conference (SEC) Championships, Ogazi delivered a stunning performance, clocking a Personal Best (PB) of 44.58s to claim the silver medal. His achievement places him as Nigeria’s second-fastest man in history, just behind Egbunike, and also sets…
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag attributed their 1-0 loss to Arsenal on Sunday to injuries and a lapse in concentration. This defeat marked the Red Devils’ second consecutive loss of the week. Leandro Trossard scored the solitary goal at Old Trafford, putting the Gunners in the lead. Ten Hag highlighted the absence of key players like Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford, emphasizing the team’s competitiveness despite missing seven starting players. Reflecting on the match, Ten Hag emphasized the importance of execution and maintaining the right attitude and pressing intensity. He acknowledged that even a small mistake, such as the…
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has characterized Arsenal’s 1-0 victory as “straightforward.” Leandro Trossard secured the lone goal for the Gunners, propelling them to victory at Old Trafford and reclaiming the top spot in the table. Speaking on Sky Sports, Keane remarked that Mikel Arteta’s side didn’t need to exert much effort to secure the win. He suggested that Arsenal players might have found the match surprisingly easy, as they controlled the game after scoring and demonstrated solid defensive stability. Keane speculated that Arsenal might have been taken aback by Manchester United’s poor performance.