Jurgen Klopp says filing an appeal against Senegalese Sadio Mane's red card in the 5-0 humiliation at Etihad Stadium against Manchester City will somewhat be a waste of time. The Senegal international caught Manchester City goal keeper Ederson with a high foot in his face as the goal tender left his area to head clear, late in the first half, just about a second before the Liverpool man tried to get it at full length. The City goalkeeper required a lot of minutes' treatment before he was stretched off, but Centre referee Jon Moss was left with no choice but to dismiss the player. The referee’s decision left fans and managers divided as even Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was unsure it should have been a red card. The City boss sympathized with the … [Read more...]
Arsenal Hero Fires Shots At Liverpool New Man Over Transfer Choice
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry, speaking recently about Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's summer move to Liverpool, thinks the youngster could struggle to secure a regular spot at Anfield. Alex chose to join Liverpool ahead of Chelsea on deadline day and has indicated his interest in playing in the central midfield in Jurgen Klopp's squad. But former Arsenal striker Henry is of the opinion that the Englishman will find competition for places difficult at his new club, and may not be handed a central role once Brazilian star player Philippe Coutinho is back to full fitness. Justifying his decision to dump Arsenal for Liverpool, Oxlade-Chamberlain made mention of having confidence that Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp can improve him as a player and that the German boss can … [Read more...]
Conte Confident Of Star Player In His Squad
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is confident his countryman Davide Zappacosta will settle with his team at Chelsea quickly. While addressing the media before his side's trip to Leicester City for their next premier league clash after the international break, the Italian tactician is of the opinion that the summer signing will have no issue adapting to his new environment. Conte reminded the pressmen that both of them have worked together in the Italian national team when he was still the head coach, and Zappacosta knows his style of football very well. 'For this reason, it is more simple to adapt to our style of football [at Chelsea]' he said. Chelsea completed a deadline day deal for Zappacosta for a fee understood to be in the region of £23m, and the … [Read more...]
Star Player Sends Messages Across About Man United Decision
Napoli star player Marek Hamsik has been with the Italian club for over 10 years now, but it appears the player won't mind embracing bigger challenges elsewhere before he quit the pitch. The Slovakian talisman has admitted that if a chance to join premier league heavyweights Manchester United appeared, he’d have a big decision on his hands. Hamsik discussed his future plans with German news outlet Kicker, where he confessed that a move to a club like Jose Mourinho's Manchester United would definitely tempt him. When asked if a move to a side like Man Utd or Spanish heavyweights Barcelona would tempt him, the player replied: "That is hard to say. It would surely be the hardest decision [of] my career." The 30-year-old has gone from strength to strength … [Read more...]
This Is Klopp’s Complaint For The 5-0 Loss – Not Mane’s Red Card
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp speaking after his side's 5-0 disappointing defeat to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, said his boys lack of ruthlessness was a bigger issue for him than the red card his star player Sadio Mane received during the encounter. Mane was sent off the pitch eight minutes before half-time for a hard challenge on Man City shot-stopper Ederson. The visitors were already trailing to Aguero’s opening goal, but before the first goal came in for the host, the Reds were on top of the game and had some superb chances to score. Both Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah were able to torment City's defence and gave them some real headaches. And Liverpool boss Klopp thinks the problem his side faced in the game was that they couldn't … [Read more...]
Finally, Star Player Reveals Why He Dumped Chelsea This Summer For Rivals
New Liverpool star player Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has made it known that the idea of playing under manager Jurgen Klopp was a big factor behind his choice to snub Chelsea for his new club. Alex made the move to Anfield on deadline day after he turned down a £35 million switch to Antonio Conte's Chelsea despite that he was heavily linked with the premier league champions for much of the past summer. And speaking to The Times recently, the former Arsenal player described the decision to leave the Emirates as the hardest of his career. The 24-year-old however said he wants to get more out of himself and admits he was interested in having a firsthand experience with Jurgen Klopp’s management style. The English midfielder notes he could have stayed with Arsene … [Read more...]
Arsene Wenger believes Contract rebel will win back Arsenal fans
Arsenal tactician Arsene Wenger believes contract rebel Alexis Sanchez will win back Arsenal faithful's quickly after playing for the Gunners for the very first time since almost signing for Manchester City on deadline day. The Gunners had agreed a £60 million move to Manchester City for the 28-year-old, but the transfer depended on Arsenal signing France international Thomas Lemar, who opted to remain at AS Monaco. The Chile international forward played the last 15 minutes of the North London club’s 3-0 victory against AFC Bournemouth on Saturday. The former Barcelona target received some jeers as he came off the substitute bench at the Emirate Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Manchester City target, who returned to the North London club late from … [Read more...]
Mourinho Appears To Single Out This Player As Cause For Draw Against Stoke
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is obviously not pleased after his side couldn't get the full three points against Stoke City on Saturday, and he seemed to single out Phil Jones for his poor performance in the 2-2 tie. Man United dropped their first points of the new term against Stoke even though they were leading 2-1 in the second half of the clash. Jose Mourinho feels his side deserves a win as they dominated the game. And even though he was critical of the Potters defensive approach as well, he wasn't happy his men couldn't stop Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting from equalising before full-time. Defender Phi Jones was at fault for the goal, and the Portuguese manager said some of his players were not at their usual form after making their return from the … [Read more...]
Arsenal Vs AFC Bournemouth; Three Significant Features to Look Forward To the Game.
The Gunners are at home as they entertain high flying Bournemouth side at the Emirates Stadium this weekend with the hope for revival. The host suffered a shocking defeat at Anfield on Match Day 3 as Liverpool prevailed 4-0 on the occasion leaving Arsenal with more puzzle than ever in the days ahead.After some decent outings in the International break for some Arsenal After some decent outings in the International break for some Arsenal players, the Gunners are supposed to turn their home game into an advantage as they welcome Eddie Howe’s wards at home.On this On this note we take a look at three things to look forward to in the game. INJURY RETURNEES. The Arsenal side is notably known for their injury record which has done more harm than good to the … [Read more...]
Liverpool star player to miss Manchester City clash
Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho has been dropped from the squad to face rivals Manchester City on Saturday. The 25-year-old has returned to the Merseyside club after coming off the bench twice for Brazil in FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The Brazil international midfielder has missed the commencement of Liverpool’s League season with a back problem amid interest from La Liga giant FC Barcelona. Manager Jurgen Klopp said he decided to leave Coutinho out of the squad for the Manchester City game so he can use the period for extra training. Liverpool rejected three bids from the Catalan club for the playmaker - who had reportedly submitted a transfer request - and Klopp maintained the attacker was not for sale at any price. Coutinho scored in a 2-0 … [Read more...]
Danny Drinkwater ruins Fabregas career with sublime technique in training ahead of Leicester game
New Chelsea midfielder Danny Drinkwater sent a direct warning to Spain international Cesc Fabregas on the training pitch ahead of Chelsea‘s encounter with his former team Leicester City on Saturday. The 27-year-old midfield maestro, who is a direct competition to Cesc Fabregas completed a £35million transfer to Stamford Bridge on deadline day and could play against the former Premier League Champions at the King Power Stadium this weekend. Chelsea manager Antonio Conte signed the English man to West London to add top quality competition to midfielders likes former teammate N’Golo Kante, summer signing Tiemoue Bakayoko and former Arsenal star Fabregas in his midfield. With the England international Danny Drinkwater and former Barcelona star Cesc Fabregas … [Read more...]
Antonio Conte names Harry Maguire who has the potential to emulate club Legend John Terry
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte believes youngster Harry Maguire has many of the characteristics which helped ensure club Legend and former captain John Terry enjoyed a successful international football career. The 24-year-old joined Leicester from relegated Hull City in the summer transfer window in a £17million transfer and has quickly established himself as a prominent player in Craig Shakespeare’s team. Harry Maguire was adequately rewarded for his early season outings for his club with his debut call-up to Southgate’s England National team squad for the recent FIFA World Cup qualifiers, and Antonio Conte has been highly impressed with what he has seen from the defender. ‘Yes I (Conte) think he (Maguire) has the right characteristics (attributes) to play for … [Read more...]
Liverpool Receives Big Boost To Get Thomas Muller Next January
Bayern Munich boss Carlo Ancelotti has given clubs interested in Thomas Muller some hope of getting him next year after he admitted himself that the player is not happy at the club. SportBild made it known that the premier league trio of Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal are all very much interested in the German forward and each of them made summer enquiries for him. Muller struggled vehemently last season after he was being forced to play second fiddle to Robert Lewandowski in Carlo Ancelotti's squad. The 27-year-old was also put on the bench as his side kicked-off their defence of their Bundesliga title with a 2-0 victory against Werder Bremen some days back. And his manager Ancelotti, speaking recently about the talented player, admits he sympathises … [Read more...]
Adam Lallana: I’ll Be At The Man City Game
Liverpool star player Adam Lallana has been ruled out for some weeks due to an injury in his thigh. And apart from that, he was included among those that will represent Liverpool in the Champions League this season, nothing much has been heard about him in recent times. However, the talented midfielder is now out to provide an update on how his recovery from his injury is going. Even though he is yet to make a competitive appearance for Liverpool so far this campaign, the midfielder was impressive during the opening stages of pre-season. And speaking to Liverpool’s official club website, the Englishman made it known that his rehab has been going as well as it possibly can. "I am getting on well – slowly but surely in the background." he said. Adam also … [Read more...]
Chelsea stars take to the skies as Blues choose to fly to Leicester ahead of Saturday’s clash… despite only a 100-mile trip
Chelsea players enjoyed a short flight on Friday as the Premier League Champions took the unusual step of travelling to their away match at Leicester via airplane. Chelsea stars Victor Moses, Eden Hazard, Michy Batshuayi, and others posed for pictures on board the chartered plane as the team got set for take-off. Spain international Marcos Alonso joked around with goalkeeper Willy Caballero on the runway while the team shared a joke at Victor Moses' expense. The Blues have chosen to fly to the game - despite only 102 miles between Chelsea ground Stamford Bridge and the Leicester home - King Power Stadium. A journey by road from Chelsea to Leicester using the usual M1 motorway will take just two hours and about 44 minutes when avoiding traffic. Flights … [Read more...]
Klopp Sends Messages To Fans About Position Oxlade-Chamberlain Will Play
Former Arsenal player Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain chose Liverpool over Chelsea before the transfer window was slammed shut, and the reds boss Jurgen Klopp says the Englishman can fill four positions for his side due to his versatility. Even though the Ox is said to have been displeased at not getting a chance in central midfield whil playing for Arsenal, It appears his new manager at Liverpool is yet to have decided on a particular set role for him at his new club. The Englishman was a wing-back towards the end of his time with the Emirates club. There were also speculations that he decided to ignore a move to Chelsea because he was trying to avoid playing the same role in Antonio Conte's squad. Jurgen Klopp does not currently use a system that calls for … [Read more...]
Alexis Sanchez posts pro-Arsenal Instagram message as star player looks to put transfer saga behind him
Chile international forward Alexis Sanchez was the subject of intense transfer rumours over the recently shut window. But, despite being strongly linked with a move to big spending Ligue 1 club Paris Saint Germain by popular news outlet The Independent, Manchester City courtesy of Goal.com and even FC Barcelona via Don Balon, the Chilean remains a Gunner, at least until the month of January. Unless he pens a new deal at the North London club, the transfer speculations will surely return in January, but for now, the former Barcelona man is focused on featuring for Arsenal, as confirmed by his latest post on Instagram. “I’m ready for tomorrow (match),” Sanchez wrote alongside a picture of himself smiling in training wearing an Arsenal kit. Wenger's men will … [Read more...]
Mourinho Not Pleased With Andreas Pereira
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is apparently not too pleased with Andreas Pereira’s decision to leave Old Trafford on loan. The talented youngster chose to move to La Liga side Valencia on a season-long loan last month despite that he was part of those the Portuguese boss gave a big chance during their pre-season tour. The 21-year-old left Old Trafford after failing to make the club's matchday squad for their opening three English top flight matches. And Jose Mourinho, speaking recently about the situation, criticised the player's decision and admitted that he is disappointed with him not wanting to fight for his place in his squad. Indicating that the player is entitled to his own decisions, Jose, however, revealed that he isn't embracing it and is … [Read more...]
Deal Almost Agreed! Arsenal sure of £92 million move for Thomas Lemar in January
According to the Daily Star, Arsenal have reportedly agreed a deal in principle with French Ligue 1 side Monaco to sign £92 million rated star Thomas Lemar in the month of January with the forward set for a five-year deal worth £250,000-weekly. The Frenchman was the transfer sagas of the summer as he was heavily linked with a transfer to the English Premier League after emerging as one of the best young talents in Europe. The French international made 14 goals and provided 17 assists to help his team to the French Ligue 1 title last campaign and that impressive form attracted interest from Arsenal and Liverpool. Arsenal were the early favourites but struggled to agree a fee with AS Monaco before L’Equipe claimed that the Reds had joined the pursuit after … [Read more...]
Liverpool reportedly continue £60 million pursuit for Virgil van Dijk amid Arsenal interest
According to The Sun, Merseyside giant Liverpool are still interested in signing Dutch defender Virgil van Dijk from Southampton although London rivals Arsenal and Chelsea are also eyeing the Dutchman. The Reds have since been the most determined suitor, and are keen on a staggering £60 million contract. Dijk got his first major break in Britain when he signed for Celtic in 2013. The Dutch played superbly well and became indispensable for the side in no time. The defender who has bee often compared to Ex-United star Rio Ferdinand for his style of play, the center-back signed for Southampton back in 2015. Since joining the Saints, the Dutchman has been rock solid at the back for Southampton and gradually cemented himself as one of the dependable … [Read more...]
Good News – Diego Costa Is Staying At Stamford Bridge!
As things stand now, it appears Chelsea star player Diego Costa will remain at Stamford Bridge until next year after his proposed loan move to Turkish side Fenerbahce failed. It was said that Fenerbahce at some point were confident that they were close to agreeing on a deal to take the Spanish striker on loan for this season. However, things couldn't go as planned and everything about the talks have been abandoned, with the Turkish transfer window closing this evening. There were also speculations that the Turkish heavyweights will be trying to bring in Tottenham's Vincent Janssen before the close of their transfer window. Diego has fallen out of favour with Chelsea manager Antonio Conte despite playing a very big role in the Italian's ability to win the … [Read more...]
Bacary sagna Was Set For Chelsea Move, Then This Happened
During the now-closed summer transfer window, it was very much obvious that Chelsea boss Antonio Conte was very much keen on bringing in a new fullback to add more quality to his squad ahead of a busy campaign. The premier league champions were linked with some talented stars, including Arsenal's Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain - who was eventually signed by Liverpool before the final moment. And a new revelation by GFFN (who cite L’Equipe) made it known that the premier league champions were on the brink of signing free-agent defender Bacary Sagna. The former Arsenal defender has been without a club since his release from Pep Guardiola's Manchester City at the start of the summer. The Frenchman was sent an offer by Brighton to come over to play for them - but he … [Read more...]
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