Liverpool has been paired with Atalanta in the quarter-finals of the Europa League. The Reds showcased their status as favorites in the tournament with a resounding 11-2 aggregate triumph over Sparta Prague in the previous round. Their commanding 6-1 victory in Thursday’s clash featured a remarkable four goals within the first 15 minutes, sending a strong message from Jurgen Klopp’s squad. Atalanta, currently positioned sixth in Serie A, advanced to this stage by overcoming Sporting CP. Liverpool’s right-back, Conor Bradley, expressed his determination to secure as many trophies as possible for Klopp before his departure. “He’s been the only manager…
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Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has firmly dismissed any notion of selling Marcus Rashford to Paris Saint-Germain. Rashford, who shone as United’s standout performer during Ten Hag’s inaugural season at Old Trafford, demonstrated his prowess by netting an impressive 30 goals in 56 appearances across all competitions in the 2022/23 campaign. Although Rashford’s form has experienced a slight dip this season, with only seven goals in 34 outings, recent performances have shown signs of resurgence, with two goals in his last two matches. While recent reports have linked Rashford with a potential move to Parc des Princes, Ten Hag…
Following the conclusion of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 fixtures on Wednesday night, here are the current leading goal scorers in the competition. Atlético Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann shares the top spot with Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane, Paris Saint-Germain’s Kylian Mbappe, and Manchester City’s Erling Haaland. Griezmann, the French international, netted his sixth goal of the season against Inter Milan as Atlético defeated the Serie A side on Wednesday. As the competition heads into the quarter-final stage in April, here’s the rundown of the top scorers: Six goals: Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, and Antoine Griezmann. Five goals:…
Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has shared his thoughts on Arsenal’s celebrations following their penalty shootout victory over Porto. Ferdinand made his remarks while speaking on TNT Sports after Arsenal secured a spot in the Champions League quarter-finals. Despite losing 1-0 in Portugal, Mikel Arteta’s side managed to level the tie on the night thanks to a goal from Leandro Trossard. The match was eventually decided via a penalty shootout, with David Raya saving two spot kicks and Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka, and Declan Rice converting their penalties to send Arsenal to the quarter-finals for the first…
Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp has shared his assessment of Chelsea defender Malo Gusto’s performance this season. According to Redknapp, Gusto has been consistently improving for Mauricio Pochettino’s side. Gusto has been given ample opportunities to showcase his skills at right-back due to Chelsea captain Reece James’s injury. Despite his young age of 20, Gusto has already made 28 appearances for Chelsea, contributing seven assists across various competitions. Redknapp expressed his admiration for Gusto’s recent displays, particularly highlighting his standout performance against Newcastle. According to him, Gusto’s defensive prowess was evident as he effectively contained threats from opponents like…
The draw for the quarter-finals of this year’s Champions League took place on Friday. Former Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel, had the honor of selecting the teams. Arsenal will face Bayern Munich, while Atletico Madrid will take on Borussia Dortmund. Defending champions Manchester City have been paired with Real Madrid for the third consecutive year. Paris Saint-Germain has been matched up against Barcelona. The first legs of these quarter-final ties are scheduled for April 9 and 10, with the return legs set for April 16 and 17. Here are the full fixtures: Arsenal vs Bayern Munich Atletico Madrid vs…
Manchester United are unlikely to entertain any offers from Borussia Dortmund for the permanent transfer of Jadon Sancho if they attempt to include Donyell Malen as part of the deal, according to information obtained by 90min. Sancho returned to Dortmund on loan for the remainder of the 2023/24 season in January after a falling out with United manager Erik ten Hag back in September. The rift stemmed from Ten Hag dropping Sancho from the matchday squad to face Arsenal, citing poor performances in training, which Sancho disputed on social media. Despite the disagreement, Dortmund agreed to re-sign Sancho on a…
Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is unlikely to be included in the senior England squad for the upcoming international friendlies against Brazil and Belgium at Wembley Stadium. Despite making a significant impact since his emergence in 2023 and solidifying his place as a starter under manager Erik ten Hag after recovering from an ankle injury, the 18-year-old may not receive a swift call-up to the England squad. While there has been positive feedback from England manager Gareth Southgate regarding Mainoo’s potential, reports from Sky Sports News indicate that his inclusion in the squad this week is improbable. However, there are…
Chelsea faced the looming threat of financial collapse in 2022 due to mounting pressures on the club before the takeover orchestrated by Todd Boehly’s BlueCo consortium. Under the ownership of Roman Abramovich, Chelsea encountered challenges stemming from sanctions imposed by the UK government following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and Abramovich’s close ties to Vladimir Putin and the Russian government. While the club received a special license to maintain its sporting operations, restrictions were placed on ticket and merchandise sales as part of the asset freeze. As the Raine Group, tasked with overseeing the takeover process, worked towards transferring ownership from…
Amid speculation surrounding Aaron Ramsdale’s possible departure from Arsenal in the upcoming summer transfer window, the club has shifted its focus towards securing USA goalkeeper Patrick Schulte as a potential replacement. Ramsdale’s future at the Emirates Stadium seems uncertain, having lost his starting XI position to David Raya this season. Despite being initially favored, Ramsdale has seen limited playing time, primarily featuring in domestic cup competitions and making a solitary appearance in the Champions League. With Raya’s loan spell expected to be made permanent for a reported £30 million, Ramsdale is likely to seek regular playing opportunities elsewhere, prompting Arsenal…
Manchester United is reportedly contemplating the sale of Antony, their record £85 million signing from Ajax, during the upcoming summer transfer window. However, the ongoing police investigation into allegations of physical assault by Gabriela Cavallin, the player’s former partner, could pose a challenge for any potential acquiring club. The investigation, conducted by both Greater Manchester Police and Sao Paulo Civil Police, might complicate the transfer process unless the case is dropped or Antony is cleared of the allegations. Despite denying the accusations and being allowed to return to the club, Antony was placed on indefinite leave when the reports initially…
Jadon Sancho’s early goal propelled Borussia Dortmund into the Champions League quarter-finals for only the second time since 2017, as they dispatched PSV Eindhoven in their last 16 encounter. With the tie finely poised after a 1-1 draw in the first leg in Eindhoven last month, Sancho, on loan from Manchester United, wasted no time in giving Dortmund the edge, slotting home a low shot from the edge of the penalty area just three minutes into the match. Sancho’s return to form comes after a stint in Manchester where his career had stalled under manager Erik ten Hag. While his…
Sources indicate that Ethan Mbappe’s future is independent of his brother Kylian’s anticipated move to Real Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain this summer. Kylian’s contract with PSG is set to expire at the end of the season, and he has expressed his intention to depart once it lapses. While Madrid has shown a longstanding interest in Kylian and talks for a summer transfer are progressing, no final agreement has been reached yet. Amidst speculation, there have been suggestions in the Spanish press about Madrid’s potential interest in signing Ethan, reminiscent of their previous moves from Monaco to PSG in 2017. However,…
Bournemouth scripted a memorable chapter in Premier League history with an incredible comeback, overturning a three-goal deficit to snatch a 4-3 victory over Luton Town. This stunning triumph propels the Cherries comfortably into mid-table, securing the 13th spot and widening the gap to Luton and the relegation zone to a substantial 14 points with only ten games left in the season. Luton, had they maintained their 3-0 lead, would have climbed above Nottingham Forest on goal difference to evade the relegation zone. However, their dreams were dashed as Bournemouth orchestrated a remarkable turnaround. The Hatters started their southern journey with…
Joe Gomez is poised to potentially secure a place in the England squad for the upcoming international break, as manager Gareth Southgate contends with a string of defensive injuries. Southgate is expected to unveil his squad for England’s forthcoming friendlies against Brazil and Belgium, offering insight into his selections for Euro 2024. With a series of setbacks in the full-back positions, reports suggest Liverpool’s Gomez could make a return to the squad, with Reece James, Luke Shaw, Kieran Trippier, and Ben Chilwell sidelined due to injury. Additionally, goalkeeper Jack Butland is likely to earn a spot following a resurgence in…
Manchester United faces a pivotal moment regarding Marcus Rashford’s future in the upcoming summer transfer window, with reports resurfacing of interest from Paris Saint-Germain alongside a potentially substantial bid. Rashford, who has been deeply rooted in Manchester United since the tender age of seven, nearing nearly 400 appearances for his beloved club at just 26, finds himself amidst speculation. Despite signing a new contract just last year, with a deal extending until 2028, PSG is reportedly prepared to present a £75 million offer, seeking a replacement for Kylian Mbappe. With Mbappe poised to depart for Real Madrid as a free…
According to reports, Barcelona has extended a new contract offer to Pau Cubarsi, marking him as the second teenager at the club to be tied to a €1 billion (£855 million) release clause in a matter of months. Cubarsi has been training with the first team since April last year, when he was just 16. His debut for the first team came in January, three days before he turned 17, and he has since started eight of the last nine La Liga games. While Cubarsi’s current contract runs until the summer of 2026, similar to his teammate Lamine Yamal, the…
Manchester United icon Gary Neville emphasizes that he is not assuming a role within the club, despite his appointment to a group tasked with evaluating a regeneration project centered around Old Trafford. Last week, United confirmed the establishment of the ‘Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force’ aimed at exploring redevelopment possibilities for the stadium and its surrounding areas. Newly onboarded shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe has expressed a desire to create a venue on par with Wembley Stadium. Heading the task force is Lord Sebastian Coe, former Chair of the organizing committee for the 2012 London Olympics. He will receive support from…
After Monday evening’s 3-2 triumph over Newcastle United, Mauricio Pochettino has disclosed a meeting with Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly. The Blues secured a vital victory at Stamford Bridge with goals from Nicolas Jackson, Cole Palmer, and substitute Mykhailo Mudryk, inching them closer to European qualification. The win alleviated the mounting pressure on Pochettino, amid swirling rumors about his future at the club. Following the Newcastle game, Pochettino revealed his conversation with Boehly at Stamford Bridge, emphasizing a positive relationship with the co-owners despite reported tensions. “Yes, he came with his son, and I think Behdad [Eghbali],” Pochettino confirmed when asked…
Manchester United will not be granted a discount by Nice if they opt to pursue a summer bid for center-back Jean-Clair Todibo, according to insights from 90min. Both clubs share the same ownership following INEOS chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s acquisition of a 28% stake in United. The interest in Todibo predates the takeover. INEOS’s involvement has sparked speculation that Todibo could move this summer. However, securing a new center-back remains a key priority for United, with sources confirming to 90min that Nice’s current asking price is a cause for concern among Red Devils officials. Nice is reportedly demanding a fee…