Since the arrival of new coach Sarri Maurizio, he is yet to name a captain for his squad. The Italian has been postponing the issue every week, disclosing that he still wanted to talk things out with his staff. Apart from this, Sarri Maurizio revealed he still wants to watch the team performance before he can name his captain. It looks as if Sarri has more pressing issues to look into than selecting a captain but sooner or later he will have to appoint one. Below is a list of four players that could end up as Chelsea's captain. 1. … [Read more...]
Arsenal paid too much for Lucas Torriera but…, Pires
Arsenal legend Robert Pires has claimed that Arsenal paid too much for new recruit Lucas Torriera but that is no longer a problem because of what the player has transformed into. Arsenal spent £26 million on the Uruguay international from Sampdoria and has become a major part of the team, being a starter. Pires said the reason why the Gunners spent big to land the player is now justified as the player has turned into a ‘warrior’ in the Unai Emery team. The Arsenal legend says he is impressed with the qualities of the 22-year-old so … [Read more...]
Why United owners are yet to contact Zidane
It has been reported that Manchester United owners are yet to contact former Real Madrid gaffer Zinedine Zidane against what has been reported in the media. Zidane has been named as a replacement for Jose Mourinho who is reported to be facing sack at the Old Trafford due to the poor results that have emerged in recent weeks. The speculations of Mourinho’s sack became more intense when he suffered a 3-1 defeat to West Ham last weekend and failed to secure a win at the Old Trafford against Valencia in the Tuesday’s Champions League … [Read more...]
Injury blow: Liverpool midfielder suffers back injury against Napoli
Liverpool midfielder, Naby Keita suffered a back injury in the first half of the UCL game against Napoli. The Reds played against Napoli at the San Paolo stadium last night, where the Carlo Ancelloti Naples players made Liverpool players looked useless on the pitch. To say the truth, the match was a big embarrassment and disappointment for Liverpool especially their trio strikers, who were all completely nullified by Napoli. Irrespective of the loss, Liverpool are in another trouble, this comes after their key midfielder, Naby Keita … [Read more...]
Chelsea vs Mol Vidi: Ruben Loftus-Cheek likely to start, predicted starting XI
Chelsea FC will host Hungarian side, Mol Vidi in the Uefa Europa League tonight for their second match in the tournament. The Blues were in Greece for their first match against PAOK a few weeks back. Chelsea already have 3 points and they hope to get another three points from tonight's match. There will some changes in the Blues starting eleven, with some of the senior players likely to rest having played difficult matches against Liverpool last week in the Carabao League and English Premier League. The duo of Eden Hazard and N'golo … [Read more...]
‘I have improved under Sarri than Conte’ – Star player
England international, Ross Barkley joined Chelsea in January but was held down by series of injuries, the midfielder in a recent statement was full of praises for Maurizio Sarri. Chelsea signed Ross Barkey for £15 million during the leadership of Antonio Conte but the midfielder was not fully utilized under the former coach. However, with the arrival of Maurizio Sarri at Stamford Bridge, Barkley has gotten more playing chances. He played against Arsenal, Huddersfield, and played a full 90 minutes match against Liverpool and PAOK in the … [Read more...]
Zidane begins preparation for life at United, names former player as backroom staff
Emerging reports reveal that former Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane could be reconsidering his decision and might pick up the job as Jose Mourinho’s successor at Manchester United. The Portuguese manager might be on his way out of the club anytime soon as a result of the poor results that have been experienced in recent time. Mourinho’s men failed again to deliver a win at Old Trafford on Tuesday night as they were forced to a draw by the visiting Spanish side Valencia in the Champiuons League. Before then, the Red Devils were defeated 3-1 … [Read more...]
Chelsea linked with Juventus defender again
Chelsea last summer showed interest in Juventus defender, Daniele Rugani but the deal failed to materialize. A new report from Italy has linked the Blues with Juventus top defender, Daniele Rugani once again. The Blues were close to signing him last season but the deal was halted after the two sides couldn't reach a personal agreement. Well, another opportunity to sign the Juve star has come after his contract talks with the Italian club stalled. The presence of Maurizio Sarri could see Chelsea use its influence to negotiate a deal … [Read more...]
Update! United owners finally make their decision on Mourinho after sack claim
Update: Manchester United board remains in support of Jose Mourinho ahead of Newcastle clash Manchester United’s current woes will not get manager Jose Mourinho out of the club, it has been revealed The perception out there is that the Portuguese manager would soon be sacked but that won’t be happening anytime soon as the Glazers believe that the former Chelsea boss still has what it takes to turn things around. It has also been revealed that the Florida-based owners are keeping tabs on the situation through executive vice-chairman Ed … [Read more...]
Why United should be happy after Valencia draw
Manchester United were unable to have a victory to their fans on Tuesday night in the Champions League game against Valencia. The results at Old Trafford is becoming more disturbing for the fans and pressure has been mounted on manager Jose Mourinho who has been speculated to be leaving the club should the situation fail to improve. Valencia midfielder Dani Parejo has made a surprising claim by stating that the United would have been beaten and disgraced before their fans, noting that his side would have returned to Spain with all three … [Read more...]
UEL: Chelsea probable lineup vs Mol Vidi
The Blues will be hosting Hungarian club Mol Vidi FC in the Europa League this week. Following their 1 - 1 draw against Liverpool in the EPL on Saturday, they are now two points away from current toppers, Man City. The Blues started this season with aim of finishing in top four while leaving Man City and Liverpool to battle for the EPL trophy but with the look of things, Chelsea are now a major contender and surprisingly they can lift the trophy. This week Chelsea will be playing in the Europa League having won their first match against … [Read more...]
Jurgen Klopp says he wouldn’t fall for Carlo Ancelotti tricks
Coach Jurgen Klopp will be traveling to Italy alongside his boys to play against Napoli tonight but he stressed that he wouldn't fall for Ancelloti tricks. Napoli new coach, Carlo Ancelotti following the departure of the Naples former coach, Sarri Maurizio to Chelsea has been full of praises for Liverpool ahead of the UCL game. Ancelotti termed Liverpool under Jurgen Klopp as one of the best football clubs in Europe and will be difficult to defeat. However, Liverpool coach, Jurgen Klopp in a recent statement disclosed that he wouldn't fall … [Read more...]
Man Utd get helping hand in player pursuit
Having failed to secure some of their wishes in the summer transfer market, Manchester United have been boosted with the words of Helsingborg President, Krister Azelius that he will be willing to give them their target, Andreas Granqvist. The Sweden defender has been identified by the embattled Manchester club as one of the defensive solutions for the club, hence United will not go through some stress to have the player, going by the President’s words. President Azelius had stated that the report of Granqvist being linked to the Old Trafford … [Read more...]
Sir Alex Ferguson statement about Eden Hazard in 2012 is now off point
Belgium star, Eden Hazard back in 2012 was caught up on making a decision of which club to choose between Man Utd, Man City, and Chelsea. Eden Hazard great performance for Lille saw three top English football clubs racing to sign him. Back in 2012, legendary coach, Sir Alex Ferguson was in charge at Old Trafford, the coach showed interest in the then 21-year-old Eden Hazard alongside Chelsea and Man City. The Belgium star took a lot of time before making a final decision and one of the major things he put into consideration was the playing … [Read more...]
What Arsenal’s Iwobi heard Pires say of him
Arsenal youngster Alex Iwobi has been boosted by the words of legendary player, Robert Pires. The Frenchman had expressed his delight with Arsenal’s late 2-0 win against Watford in the Premier League encounter and he thinks Iwobi should be hailed. Arsenal have now recorded seven consecutive wins this season and are now fifth on the league table. The latest win was never in sight until the Nigerian international had replaced Aaron Ramsey with 30 minutes to the end of the game and did the magic with his crosses. Pires said he had told the … [Read more...]
UCL: Players Liverpool should start against Napoli
Coach Jurgen Klopp has a lot of options to start against Italian side, Napoli but he has to look ahead of the game against Man City on Sunday. Liverpool will play tough matches this week the same way they did last week playing Chelsea on two occasions (in the Carabao League and EPL.) The Reds will be travelling to Italy to play against Napoli in the Uefa Champions League. Jurgen Klopp has a lot of options to choose from and it would have been very easy to make the selection if another match against EPL toppers, Man City, is not on … [Read more...]
Chelsea talisman tops the Premier League player power ranking chart
Chelsea star player and Belgium international, Eden Hazard has been so far spectacular for the Blues this season. There is no doubt about Eden Hazard being the best player in England at the moment, has moved beyond England to Europe and fans are hoping very soon he will be the best player on Earth. Many football fans and pundits are of the opinion that the Belgian striker has the abilities to be the best in the world. The likes of Blues boss, Sarri Maurizio and recently Chelsea right back defender, Cesar Azplicueta have been very … [Read more...]
James Milner will leave Liverpool at the end of the season if this happens
Most football players towards the end of their football career tend to return to their boyhood club, a similar scenario is about to happen to Liverpool player, James Milner. A new report has made it known that Liverpool player, James Milner may leave Anfield at the end of the season. The report added that the Reds star can leave if his boyhood football club, Leeds United make a return to the English Premier League. Leeds are on relegation but could be promoted to the EPL next season if they win the Championship. At the moment, Leeds … [Read more...]
Mourinho finally gives up, makes this decision
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho seems to have given up by hinting on being powerless to stop anyone from criticizing his team. This is very unlikely of Mourinho who always had a reply waiting for all questions and critics in the past. The Portuguese has been humbled by the reality of events; hence he has decided not to give anyone a reply. This is coming after United failed to secure a win again at the Old Trafford against Spanish side Valencia after playing a 0-0 draw. He was yet again slapped with some words. The Red Devils … [Read more...]
Current state of Arsenal FC under Unai Emery revealed
The current state of Arsenal under new manager Unai Emery has been made known by BBC’s Garth Crooks in his analysis of the team. Crooks stated that Arsenal are no more a moody team as they used to be, adding that they now look happy and more of a team. The fact that playmaker Mesut Ozil is now firing again in fine form gives it a look that Arsenal are back to what they want to be. Garth Crooks who gave reasons for Ozil’s return to form said the captain band handed the German international is a major boost to him. The former Real Madrid … [Read more...]
Liverpool midfielder tells Mo Salah what he must do to be like Ronaldo and Messi
Liverpool star and Egypt international, Mo Salah has been urged to up his game by the Reds midfielder, Georginio Wijnaldum. Egypt star, Mo Salah last season set a new goalscoring record for himself, scoring a total of 44 goals for Liverpool in all tournaments. Despite his good goal scoring skill, Mo Salah cannot be compared to talented Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi - who are the yardsticks for the modern day footballers. Liverpool midfielder, Wijnaldum in his recent statement advised Mo Salah to up his game so that he can be compared … [Read more...]
Chelsea set to offer star player a new contract deal
Chelsea defender and Brazil international, David Luiz will remain at the club after this current campaign. A new report from Stamford Bridge has made it know that the Blues are about to table a contract extension to David Luiz. The center back defender has been Chelsea new coach favorite since his arrival at the club in the summer transfer window. Maurizio Sarri in an earlier statement made it known that Luiz is one of the players he likes a lot because he is direct and blunt. The new contract deal is a victory in disguise for the … [Read more...]
The missing substance in United’s team found
A problem known is a problem solved and that should not be different in Manchester United’s issues after Liam Rosenior named what is actually missing in the Red Devils. The Old Trafford was yet again left cold after United failed to pull a win against Valencia in the Champions League night. The game ended in a 0-0 draw. This adds to the elimination from the Carabao Cup by Derby and the 3-1 embarrassing defeat suffered in the hands of West Ham United. Rosenior stated that the missing substance in the United team is the lack of “spirit or … [Read more...]
Why Arsenal have not learnt from Ramsey’s saga
The real issue at Arsenal is not known owing to the repetition of past mistakes which has cost the clubs of big players in the past. The contract saga of Aaron Ramsey is currently the headache the club is faced with as the very important player would be leaving the club for free at the end of the season if he is not sold out in January. The North London club has been blasted for being so careless to have allowed the Welshman’s contract get to the tail end before seeking for talks with him. Should Ramsey leave the club, it would be a big … [Read more...]
Not minding United’s ordeal, UEFA to slam again with sanction
If emerging reports are anything to go by, Manchester United will be sanctioned by the Champions League organizers for delaying kickoff in their 0-0 draw against Valencia at the Old Trafford. It was reported that the home team did not report to the stadium in good time, citing traffic as an excuse for arriving at the stadium later than scheduled. With kickoff delayed by five minutes due to the Red Devil’s negligence, they could be in for some trouble from UEFA, it has been revealed. The Portuguese was quick to blame the Manchester Police. … [Read more...]
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