Former Chelsea defender William Gallas has expressed his belief that Arsenal will emerge victorious against Bayern Munich in their upcoming UEFA Champions League quarterfinal clash later this month. Arsenal’s progression to the quarterfinals, their first since 2010, saw them pitted against the Bundesliga champions. The Gunners secured their spot by eliminating FC Porto in the last-16, while Bayern advanced by knocking out Lazio. The winner of the Arsenal vs. Bayern Munich tie will face the winner of the match between Manchester City and Real Madrid in the semi-finals. Gallas, speaking to Sportskeeda, noted Kane’s consistent scoring record against Arsenal and…
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Here is the current list of the top 5 goalkeepers with the most clean sheets so far this season across Europe’s top leagues: English Premier League Clean Sheets: 1. David Raya – Arsenal: 11 Clean Sheets 2. Ederson – Manchester City: 9 Clean Sheets 3. Andre Onana – Manchester United: 8 Clean Sheets 4. Jordan Pickford – Everton: 8 Clean Sheets 5. Bernd Leno – Fulham: 8 Clean Sheets Spanish La Liga Clean Sheets: 1. Unai Simion – Athletic Bilbao: 15 Clean Sheets 2. Alex Remiro – Real Sociedad: 13 Clean Sheets 3. Ter Stegen – Barcelona: 11 Clean Sheets…
NFF Official Identifies Top Choice for Super Eagles Managerial Position According to a report, an official of the Nigeria Football Federation has disclosed that Portuguese coach Antonio Canceicao is currently the frontrunner to become the new manager of the Super Eagles of Nigeria. The same source indicates that Canceicao meets the requirements for the role of head coach for the Nigerian team. It’s worth noting that Antonio Canceicao boasts extensive experience in African football, having previously managed the Cameroonian national team. Under his leadership, Cameroon reached the semi-finals of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations. However, Own Goal Nigeria also…
Jurgen Klopp has acknowledged that Liverpool’s 0-0 draw with Manchester United in December marked a turning point in their pursuit of the Premier League title this season. Before that match, Liverpool had been showing promising results, but a string of draws against teams like Luton and Brighton, a loss to Tottenham, and a chaotic 4-3 win over Fulham had raised doubts about their title credentials. Since then, Liverpool’s performance in 2024 has been formidable. With just two dropped points this calendar year, they currently trail behind Arsenal in the standings but have a game in hand, which could see them…
Erik ten Hag acknowledges the challenges facing Manchester United in their quest to secure Champions League qualification this season and describes himself as a “pragmatic” individual. With a growing injury list and crucial fixtures on the horizon, Ten Hag recognizes the need for United to make up ground if they are to remain competitive for the rest of the campaign. Ahead of their Premier League clash against Chelsea, where key players such as Lisandro Martinez, Victor Lindelof, and Luke Shaw are sidelined, Ten Hag understands that securing a victory would only marginally reduce the gap between United and the top…
Manchester City may find themselves exempt from the relegation threat amid reports of significant alterations to the Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations by the Premier League. Currently facing 115 charges, City’s status has been under scrutiny, especially after other English champions such as Everton and Nottingham Forest faced points deductions this season. Speculation arose regarding the possibility of City’s demotion from the top flight due to the severity of their breaches. However, according to reports from the Daily Mail, the Premier League is contemplating revisions to the existing Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR). Such changes could potentially favor Manchester City,…
Chelsea is poised to offload Romelu Lukaku for €60 million after his successful loan spell at AS Roma. Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri reports that the striker will be available for transfer at the end of the season, with Chelsea actively engaging the Saudi FA regarding a potential deal. Additionally, Arsenal has joined the race for Bruno Guimaraes, setting up a rivalry with Manchester United for the midfielder’s signature. The Sun suggests that Arsenal, led by Mikel Arteta, are monitoring Guimaraes’ situation ahead of the summer transfer window. Manchester United, however, remains keen on the player, though his acquisition may cost…
Arsenal extended their impressive run to 28 points from the last 30 available with a 2-0 victory over Luton Town in the Premier League on Wednesday night. This result propelled them above leaders Liverpool ahead of Liverpool’s match against bottom club Sheffield United on Thursday. The Gunners opened the scoring in the 24th minute as Martin Odegaard found the net, followed by an unfortunate own goal from Daiki Hashioka in the first half, doubling Arsenal’s lead. Throughout the match, Arsenal appeared comfortable and seemed to have more to offer. Despite Luton’s efforts, they couldn’t match Arsenal’s level, underscoring their season-long…
Manchester City maintained their pace in the Premier League title race on Wednesday evening, securing a 4-1 victory over Aston Villa, thanks to a magnificent hat-trick from Phil Foden. In an engaging first half at the Etihad Stadium, both teams showcased their attacking prowess. Foden broke the deadlock for Manchester City before the break, responding to Jhon Duran’s equalizer, which came after Rodri’s early opener. Foden’s brilliance continued in the second half as he netted three outstanding goals, propelling the champions to level on points with Liverpool ahead of their upcoming clash with Sheffield United on Thursday night. The match…
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has refuted claims suggesting that Mason Mount was coerced into leaving Chelsea, asserting instead that the midfielder actively chose to transition to Old Trafford. Mount entered the final year of his contract with Chelsea last summer and, following a protracted saga, ultimately completed a move to United for an initial fee of £55 million, with an additional £5 million in potential add-ons. Recent reports have suggested that Mount felt compelled to depart Chelsea, with allegations that the club opted to sell him without affording him a genuine opportunity to remain. However, Ten Hag has…
La Liga has officially confirmed that Robert Lewandowski and Joao Cancelo will only serve one-match suspensions for accumulating yellow cards, allowing them to participate in the upcoming clash against Real Madrid later this month. Both players received contentious yellow cards in their recent fixture against Las Palmas, pushing their respective yellow card tallies to five for the season, resulting in automatic one-game bans. There were allegations that Lewandowski and Cancelo intentionally received these bookings to clear their suspensions for the subsequent game against Real Madrid, which follows their upcoming match against Cadiz. La Liga’s disciplinary regulations stipulate that any player…
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has unveiled plans for Anthony Joshua to face Tyson Fury later this year, contingent on Tyson Fury defeating Oleksandr Usyk first. Hearn made this revelation during a recent interview with Piers Morgan, addressing a question about darts sensation Luke Littler. The long-awaited showdown between Joshua and Fury, both heavyweight superstars, has been a subject of discussion for quite some time and appears to be on the brink of materializing. While Joshua is yet to announce his next opponent after his recent victory over former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou, Hearn expressed confidence in the Joshua vs.…
Arsenal is gearing up for their showdown against 18th-placed Luton Town at the Emirates Stadium tonight. The training session ahead of this crucial EPL encounter saw a mix of Arsenal’s Under-23 players, first-team regulars, and fringe players in action. The training ground saw a significant turnout of first-team players preparing for tonight’s league match. Among them were notable names like Emile Smith Rowe, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Mohamed Elneny, Eddie Nketiah, Jurrien Timber, Ben White, Jorginho, Jacob Kiwior, Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard, William Saliba, David Raya, Bukayo Saka, Aaron Ramsdale, Kai Havertz, Fabio Vieira, Gabriel Magalhães, Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Martinelli, and Takehiro…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has issued a challenge to Ethan Nwaneri, urging him to earn a place in the Gunners’ first team. Arteta’s challenge came after Nwaneri officially signed his first professional contract with the club. Arsenal secured Nwaneri’s long-term commitment by finalizing a professional deal, successfully warding off interest from clubs such as Chelsea and Manchester United. The player’s development has been promising, with notable contributions for Arsenal’s youth teams, including an impressive tally of 14 goals in as many appearances. Expressing his satisfaction with Nwaneri’s contract signing, Arteta remarked, “I was really happy to see Ethan signing a…
Kepa Arrizabalaga is poised to make a comeback to Chelsea, with Real Madrid opting not to retain him beyond his loan tenure at the Santiago Bernabeu. Football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that the goalkeeper will return to Chelsea at the conclusion of his loan spell in June, as Real Madrid focus on extending Andriy Lunin’s contract and await the return to fitness of Thibaut Courtois in the summer. Romano further suggests that upon his return to Chelsea, Kepa’s future will be subject to deliberation. Kepa had initially departed Chelsea on a season-long loan to Real Madrid in the summer…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has voiced his astonishment regarding criticism from former players aimed at current players. Guardiola expressed understanding when such critiques originate from journalists but expressed bewilderment as to why former players would take a prominent role in criticizing their successors. His comments came in response to recent criticism directed at Erling Haaland, who scored 36 goals in the previous Premier League season, by former Manchester United captain Roy Keane. Keane criticized Haaland for his limited impact during City’s 0-0 draw with Arsenal on Sunday, stating that the 23-year-old’s overall performance fell short of Premier League standards.…
Liverpool legend Mark Lawrenson has offered his predictions for the upcoming Premier League matches scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday. Lawrenson anticipates Chelsea to secure a 2-1 victory over Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on Thursday night. Additionally, he favors Manchester City to triumph over Aston Villa with a scoreline of 3-1 at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday. Lawrenson’s predictions, as shared with Paddy Power: – Arsenal to defeat Luton Town 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium. – Brentford to win 2-0 against Brighton. – Manchester City to claim a 3-1 victory over Aston Villa. – Liverpool to dominate Sheffield United with…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has disclosed the issues behind his team’s performance in their 0-0 draw against Arsenal on Sunday. Speaking ahead of Manchester City’s Champions League encounter with Real Madrid, the Spaniard addressed the failure of his team to breach Arsenal’s defense during the Premier League fixture last weekend. While certain players have faced criticism, Guardiola defended his squad during a press conference on Wednesday, stating, “The reason we didn’t create enough chances against Arsenal is not down to Erling. We require more presence in the final third, with more players. We played an exceptional game… but lacked…
The world’s wealthiest athlete is further diversifying his multi-million-dollar real estate holdings. Renowned American billionaire and basketball icon Michael Jordan has extended his real estate portfolio by acquiring a ₦21.5 million ($16.5 million) mansion in Jupiter, Florida, situated within the prestigious Bear’s Club community. Reported by The Real Deal, Jordan’s latest acquisition features a sprawling 9,100-square-foot estate boasting five bedrooms and six bathrooms, nestled on nearly one acre of prime real estate at 103 West Bears Club Drive. Purchased through an Illinois LLC under Jordan’s control, the property offers extravagant amenities, including a four-car garage, guest house, and club room.…
Former Crystal Palace manager Neil Warnock has endorsed Liverpool as the team to clinch the Premier League title, tipping them ahead of Arsenal and Manchester City. Warnock believes that Liverpool’s ability to avoid losing many games in the future gives them a significant edge. Currently leading the Premier League table, Jurgen Klopp’s side holds the top spot ahead of both Arsenal and Manchester City. Speaking on talkSPORT, Warnock expressed his observations, stating, “That was one of the worst games, I think I got up and made a cup of tea in the Arsenal game. That was terrible. But Liverpool, all…