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Chelsea News: Tony Pulis Lauds Mikel Obi Impact At Boro

Middlesbrough manager Tony Pulis has praised former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi for his impressive performances in the colours of the English Championship club since his transfer. Ex-West Brom, Crystal Palace and Stoke City boss Pulis expressed his delight at the immediate impact made at Boro by John Mikel Obi during a chat with the club’s official website. According to him, John Mikel Obi didn’t win the trophies he won at Chelsea for nothing. John Mikel Obi has been able to boost Boro’s bid for a Premier League return with his wealth of experience having joined the Midlands club as a free agent upon the expiration of his contract with Chinese Super League outfit Tianjin Teda. John Terry Faring Better Than Expected After Retirement Boro has … [Read more...]

Why Solskjaer is helpless

Belgium international Romelu Lukaku is the talk in town for English Premier League outfit Man United as he has returned back to his goal scoring form with great bangs The former Everton striker has now scored six goals in three games to help the Red Devils with a qualification to the quarterfinals of the Champions League after scoring a brace in the 3-1 win over Italian Serie A outfit Paris Saint Germain. Before now, Romelu Lukaku lost his mojo and failed to deliver goals especially under the former manager Jose Mourinho despite having the backing of the Portuguese boss. Arsenal, United lead race for 21-year-old sensation With the coming of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as United’s interim coach, most of the players regained their forms with England … [Read more...]

Award: Liverpool Duo Beaten To Premier League Player Award

The Liverpool duo of Sadio Mane and Virgil Van Dijk have been beaten to the Premier League Player of the Month Award for February by Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero who was named the recipient on Friday. Aguero reaped his rewards for netting seven league goals in the month of February thus helping Manchester City to four wins from four league games. His league tally in February includes two hattricks against the London duo of Arsenal and Chelsea. Sergio Aguero hit his first treble of the month as Manchester City beat Arsenal 3-1 at home before scoring another hattrick in the 6-0 thrashing of Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium. How United potential deal would cost Man City £14m loss The Argentine international added another strike for the Citizens … [Read more...]

EPL: Chelsea vs Wolves, Home Team With Slight Edge

Former European champions Chelsea have recovered from their poor away form in the Premier League to stay in contention for a top-four spot. Sarri and his players were under severe pressure after losing their first three league games away from home in 2019 without scoring any goal. They were beaten 2-0, 4-0 and 6-0 at Arsenal, Bournemouth and Manchester City respectively and their position was not helped by the Carabao Cup final snub from goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga who refused to be substituted during the game. That Carabao Cup incident seems to have galvanised Chelsea who have now won their last three games in all competitions since that penalty loss to Manchester City who retained their title at the Wembley Stadium on February 24. Club Legend Backs … [Read more...]

Arsenal get share of UEFA fine

North London outfit Arsenal have been fined by UEFA to pay £12,966 for a late kick-off and a pitch invasion during the Europa League tie against Qarabag at the Emirates Stadium in December. It would be recalled that an individual hand invaded the pitch on the match day with a flag of the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region. The region had resulted in a political conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia, the reason why Henrikh Mkhitaryan did not travel for the first leg. However, Arsenal won the game by 1-0 and finished top of Group E to qualify for the round of 16 but they were defeated 3-1 by Rennes and might not secure qualification to the next round. World Cup Qualifier Betting Tips Although, manager Unai Emery is positive that his side will still secure … [Read more...]

Pochettino reacts to United’s resurgence under Solskjaer

This is the first time that Argentina manager and Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino would be reacting in public since Man United became a transformed team under interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. The Red Devils team transformed from their slow and struggling state under former manager Jose Mourinho but as soon as he was sacked with the former United forward brought in to take charge, the team became a winning side as they have suffered only one defeat against PSG in the Champions League. He noted that the United team are now a better side than they used to be and the England national team are already benefitting from the good work at the Old Trafford and with the players. Just in: Another manager sacked by Manchester United owners However, the Red … [Read more...]

How Emery plans to approach United clash

There are suggestions that Arsenal boss Unai Emery is set to try a new approach against Man United in the rivalry game on Sunday so as to secure a win. Both clubs are battling to retain the fourth position and a win for either side will go a long way in determining who plays in the Champions League next season or not. However, it is claimed that the Gunners boss is seeking o freshen up his side ahead of the game by rotating the team to improve the energy with players who were not in action on Thursday when they suffered a 3-1 defeat to French Ligue 1 outfit Rennes in the Europa League clash. Chelsea Loanee Clueless Over AC Milan Future The Spanish boss has stated that all he will do to defeat United is to have a fresh team with players who have got … [Read more...]

Memories awakened as Giggs returns to Old Trafford

It has been reported that Man United legend Ryan Giggs would return to the club with his Wales team to train at the club’s Carrington base in reparation for their friendly game against Trinidad & Tobago later this month. Ryan Giggs, who is now Wales senior national team manager has got big memories of the past about the Old Trafford and it is expected to play a part in motivating him and the players into giving an impressive performance against their national team opponents. The Wales manager is one of English most decorated player while he was in active football with the Red Devils. He had won 13 Premier League titles, 4 FA Cups, 3 League Cups and 2 UEFA Champions League. Chelsea Target Ruled Himself Out Of Training There is no doubt that no … [Read more...]

United agree on deal with world class forward

It has been reported that Man United have agreed on a deal with Spanish La Liga outfit Real Madrid star Gareth Bale ahead of the coming summer transfer window. Gareth Bale has been linked with a move away from the Los Blancos with claims that he is at loggerhead with some of the players who do not believe in his ability. This has gotten to Gareth Bale’s agent who claims the club have underrated his client despite contributing to their couple of Champions League wins since he joined the club. With Real Madrid currently struggling to win games and making efforts to secure a new manager, Gareth Bale could be unwilling to remain at the club and could move away. Excited' Fabregas can't wait to re-unite with Henry after completing his move to Monaco The … [Read more...]

Big claim made about Arsenal, United rivalry

Arsenal and Man United are one of the oldest rivals in the English Premier League as it started as old as the league existed, yet it not close to coming to an end. It is rather getting tougher. Both teams are expected to clash again on Sunday as they battle to win the fourth position in the league table for a Champions League qualification as the Gunners are a point behind the Red Devils. Nacho Monreal is one of the oldest players in the current Arsenal team and he has confirmed the fact that the rivalry between the two clubs is old because he met the nomenclature when he joined the North London outfit. 'We are battle ready' - Man Utd ready to sign 49-year-old man The Spanish left full-back who rated both teams as one of the best in the world said he … [Read more...]

Why Arsenal are handed second, last chance for star player

There are indications that English Premier League outfit Arsenal will have their second opportunity, which could also be the last to land their star target and French Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint Germain player Christopher Nkunku in the coming summer transfer window. Christopher Nkunku has longed been linked with a move to the North London outfit as he was expected to move into the Emirates Stadium in the last winter transfer window with the Gunners already making their interest known. A deal failed to work through as the Gunners had no funds to seal any major deal. This ensured the stay of the player in Paris. Aubameyang sends big message to Arsenal fans after penalty miss It has now been confirmed that PSG are willing to part ways with the player and … [Read more...]

Major boost for Arsenal as target leaves Serie A outfit

It has been confirmed by Italian Serie A outfit AS Roma that their director Monchi has left the club by mutual consent. This is coming at the heels of speculations linking him with a move to the North London outfit Arsenal ahead of the summer transfer window. Monchi has been listed alongside former Player Overmars as the possible choice for the Gunners to take up recruitment roles after the exit of Sven Mislintat as the club’s head of recruitment. Liverpool Need A Creative Player THIS Summer The 50-year-old was earlier reported to have indicated interest in the job with the Gunners manager Unai Emery giving his backing for the former AS Roma chief as they have both worked together in the past at Sevilla where they both produced a team that won the … [Read more...]

United player confesses to have done this bad, apologises to fans

English Premier League outfit Man United young defender Timothy Fosu-Mensah has apologised to Fulham fans where he is currently having a loan spell as the team is close to being relegated because of their poor results. Timothy Fosu-Mensah was not seen of late in the Cottages side of recent because of his not too good performance under former manager Claudio Ranieri. The Dutch younger has therefore apologised to Fulham fans, noting that he has not given his best to the team as they do not deserve to be relegated. First Arsenal summer signing by Overmars revealed He hopes he finds a better playing time under the new manager Scott Parker as he has had a very difficult start of the season. Timothy Fosu-Mensah stated that the Cottages are a good side and … [Read more...]

This transfer news delivered by Solskjaer will delight United fans

There is no more reason to doubt or fear for Man United fans as it is now confirmed that the club will be bringing in a couple of players in the coming summer transfer window. This was revealed by interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as he made it clear that the club was not in the position to do deals in the last winter transfer window but stressed that they have already begun work to ensure a couple of additions ahead of next season. It would be recalled that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, after suffering the Champions League defeat to PSG in the first leg mentioned that he has learned a lot from the game and would need to get quality players for the game. Sami Khedira In, Ramsey out : Emery unveil his January transfer plan This is now being confirmed by the … [Read more...]

Chelsea Target Ruled Himself Out Of Training

Inter Milan manager Luciano Spalletti has revealed the reason behind the exclusion of star striker Mauro Icardi from the Nerazzurri squad for the Eintracht Frankfurt game in the Europa League. Argentine international Icardi was left out of the Inter Milan squad for the first leg of their last 16 clashes with German Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt. Inter secured a very good result against the Germans ahead of the second leg meeting billed for San Siro next week Thursday. Both teams played out a goalless draw in their first leg clash. In his post-match conference, Luciano Spalletti told reporters that Mauro Icardi ruled himself out of training ahead of the Frankfurt clash. Wolves to hijack deal for Arsenal target According to Spalletti, Icardi … [Read more...]

Liverpool Star To Return From Injury Against Derby

Merseyside giants Liverpool have been boosted by the news that long-term injury absentee Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will return to action for the first time in almost a year. Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has not played for the Reds since suffering a serious knee injury in the Reds’ Champions League clash with Italian Serie A giants AS Roma last season. The ex-Arsenal and Southampton star suffered a cruciate ligament injury during the semifinal tie with AS Roma in April 2018. England international Chamberlain is expected to feature for the Liverpool u23s in their league clash with the Derby u23s on Friday. The serious knee injury forced Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to miss the 2018 FIFA World Cup tournament in Russia. Brazilian Legend Backs … [Read more...]

Bayern Chasing Summer Move For Chelsea Target

Five-time European champions Bayern Munich are reportedly keen on a move for highly-rated Crystal Palace defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka. According to Sky Sports News, the Bavarian giants are chasing a move for the young English defender who has also been attracting the interest of major Premier League clubs like Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea. He could be the long-term replacement for Cesar Azpilicueta at right-back. Aaron Wan-Bissaka has enjoyed a meteoric rise in the Premier League following a breakthrough season in this campaign. The 21-year-old is the first choice right-back at Crystal Palace after displacing Joel Ward at the start of the season. Liverpool Step Up Interest In French Defender After Injury Aaron Wan-Bissaka has played 26 … [Read more...]

Betting Preview: Liverpool vs Burnley: Home Win On The Cards

Five-time European champions Liverpool would be ready to capitalise on a possible slip-up from league leaders Manchester City when they take on Burnley at Anfield on Sunday. The Reds could be four points adrift of Manchester City by the time they face the Clarets in their Premier League clash. Liverpool were the top spot recipient until last weekend when Manchester City capitalised on their result against Everton in their Merseyside Derby clash last weekend. The Reds played out a goalless draw with Everton at Goodison Park when a win could have kept them at the top of the Premier League table. Excited' Fabregas can't wait to re-unite with Henry after completing his move to Monaco Manchester City had claimed top spot with their 1-0 win away from home … [Read more...]

Liverpool Defender Dismisses Premier League Title Pressure

Liverpool defender Andy Robertson has debunked widespread reports that the Reds are feeling the pressure in the race for the Premier League title. In his recent interview monitored by popular media outlet Goal, the Scottish national team skipper revealed that the pressure of relegation is greater than that of winning the title. Andy Robertson moved to Liverpool from Hull City at the start of last season after suffering relegation with the Tigers in the summer of 2017. The Scottish left-back was quick to point out that Liverpool are still in a fantastic position in the quest to win the Premier League title. Why Emery must start Lacazette and Aubameyang in subsequent matches Robertson and his Liverpool teammates have been heavily criticised in the last … [Read more...]

Sarri Demands Improvement From Hudson-Odoi

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri has told young winger Callum Hudson-Odoi that he needs to improve despite his impressive cameo against Ukrainian club Dynamo Kiev in the first leg of their Europa League last 16th tie on Thursday night. In his post-match press conference after the Dynamo Kiev game, Italian tactician Sarri revealed that Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi is not ready to be a star. Callum Hudson-Odoi came off the bench to wrap up a convincing 3-0 win over the Ukrainians at Stamford Bridge. He was a 78th-minute substitute for Willian. England junior international Hudson-Odoi found the back of the net on the stroke of full-time. All Chelsea transfer news : Higuain's switch to Stamford Bridge and Hudson-Odoi's future Pedro had earlier … [Read more...]

Why Chelsea Target Was Left Out Of Argentina Squad Revealed

Argentina national team manager Lionel Scaloni has revealed why Inter Milan striker Mauro Icardi was left out of his squad for the upcoming friendly games later this month. Mauro Icardi was one of the major absentees for the new squad named by Scaloni for the international friendly games against Venezuela and Morocco. He was conspicuously missing from the 31-man squad for the aforementioned games. Argentine manager Scaloni revealed that Icardi was left out of the squad due to his ongoing problems at Inter Milan. Liverpool Face Double European Threat For €100m Player Mauro Icardi has not played for Inter Milan since he was dropped as their captain last month thus raising doubts over his future at the club with major European teams like Real Madrid, … [Read more...]

Liverpool Deserve To Win Trophies – Star Defender

Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk is sure that the Reds deserve to win trophies as they continue to chase honours in two competitions namely the Premier League and the Champions League. The Merseysiders have not won a trophy since winning the 2012 Capital One Cup title under the guidance of then manager Kenny Dalglish. King Kenny as he’s fondly called is a legend at the club after an illustrious playing career for the Reds. Van Dijk and Liverpool would be hoping to put an end to a seven-year trophy drought by winning either the Premier League title or the Champions League title or both. Chelsea Player Eyed As Replacement For £50m Liverpool Target Dutch international Van Dijk told The Premier League Show that Liverpool deserve to win trophies as he … [Read more...]