Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is closing in on a return from a long-term injury in what would be a big boost for the Reds in their hunt for glory in both the Premier League and the Champions League. It was revealed that the former Arsenal player could even feature for the Liverpool U23s for their game against Everton at Anfield on Monday. If he does not play in the Merseyside Derby for the U23s, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is expected to take part in Friday’s game against Derby County. In his pre-match press conference on Friday, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp revealed that the England international has been taking part in 70% of the team’s training. Why Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is the new Sir Alex Ferguson Optimism over his return grew … [Read more...]
Tammy Abraham Nets 21st Villa Goal To Further Boost Chelsea Future
Aston Villa striker Tammy Abraham scored his 21st goal of the season to help his team to a thumping win over Derby County. Nigerian-born England international striker Tammy Abraham scored one of the goals as Aston Villa thrashed the Rams 4-0 at home. There were talks of a return to Chelsea to help the Blues solve their striking problems at the start of the year but he ended up staying at Villa. Wolverhampton Wanderers also made an approach to sign him in January only for the Chelsea loanee to reject the move in favour of staying at Villa Park. Conor Hourihane gave Aston Villa the lead before Tammy Abraham added a second goal for the hosts. 4-goal striker set to replace Morata at Chelsea Tammy Abraham turned provider for Hourihane to score his … [Read more...]
Sarri Keen To Drag Tottenham Into Top-four Race
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri is keen to drag London rivals Tottenham Hotspur into the keenly contested race for the Premier League top four after their recent slump in form. During his pre-match press conference on Friday, Chelsea told reporters that he’s hoping that Spurs can make the race for the top four more intriguing and interesting. Tottenham Hotspur were in a three-man title race alongside Liverpool and Manchester City before two successive league defeats to Burnley and Chelsea condemned Spurs to the top-four race. Maurizio Sarri believes it’s a four-team race for two spots as far as the top four in the Premier League is concerned. Betting Preview: Augsburg vs Borussia Dortmund: Away Win On The Cards Sarri and Chelsea condemned Spurs to a … [Read more...]
Everton Midfielder Relishing Merseyside Derby Clash With Liverpool
Everton midfielder Tom Davies is eagerly anticipating the Merseyside Derby clash with Liverpool as he hopes to put a dent in the Reds’ title challenge. In his pre-match thoughts via Goal, Tom Davies revealed that the target is to stop their rivals who are on course for a first Premier League title. He also pointed out that Everton are looking for consistency after failing to win successive league games since October. Tom Davies warmed up for the 200th Merseyside Derby with a comprehensive 3-0 victory at struggling Cardiff City and the Toffees would be hoping to make it two wins in a row for the first time in five months when they face Liverpool. Chelsea, United placed on alert following big claim by Mkhitaryan The Reds started the weekend at the top … [Read more...]
Happy Tottenham boss rates Arsenal in derby shared spoils
Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino seems to be happy that his side were able to secure a point in the North London derby clash against Arsenal on Saturday. Arsenal had travelled to the Wembley Stadium, the home ground of the Spurs team and secured a 1-1 draw with Gunners striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang failing to secure all three point for his side when he missed a penalty in the game. This made Mauricio Pochettino happy as he rates the game as a good one despite not winning as expected. Mauricio Pochettino noted that the point is important to his team as he stressed that they deserve a win in the game because they were a better side and his players played excellently. Sigurdsson Will Show His Quality Against Liverpool – Marco Silva The Argentina … [Read more...]
Aubameyang sends big message to Arsenal fans after penalty miss
An opportunity for Arsenal to secure all three points against Tottenham at the Wembley Stadium in the North London derby game was thrown away by Gabon international Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The former Borussia Dortmund came in from the bench in the second half and that was the only opportunity he had to make a mark in the game and also ensure the fans hold onto their pride but he could not put the ball past goalkeeper Hugo Lloris who saved the ball from the spot. Major boost for Mourinho in pursuit of £65m target A win for Arsenal would have ensured that they remain in the fourth Position while the points between them and Tottenham would have been reduced to 1 but that did not happen as the Unai Emery men are currently fifth in the league … [Read more...]
Robert Pires tells Arsenal the player to bring in ahead of next season
English Premier League outfit Arsenal have been told by club legend Robert Pires to ensure the signature of French Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint Germain midfielder Adrien Rabiot in the coming summer transfer window. The North Lonon outfit have been linked to the midfielder for a couple of months but he is reported to be favoured to join other clubs having had a lot of interests lined up for him. Liverpool and Spanish La Liga outfit Barcelona are both interested in the star player and he was reported to have wanted a move to the La Liga giants. What Arsenal’s Iwobi heard Pires say of him There is no doubt that Adrien Rabiot is keen for a move away from Paris having fallen out with the club officials. He is reported to have refused to extend his stay at the … [Read more...]
Arsenal not giving up on Yannick Carrasco
The latest report has hinted that North London outfit Arsenal are still interested in the signature of Dalian Yifang attacker Yannick Carrasco ahead of the summer transfer window. The North London outfit had made efforts to land the player in the last January winter transfer window but a deal failed to pull through because the Gunners were not ready with funds for major deals. Meanwhile, Yannick Carrasco is reported to be unsettled at the club and keen to leave the Chinese Super League as he hopes to return to Europe where he played Atletico Madrid before the China move. The 25-year-old has scored seven goals so far in 26 appearances with the Chinese club. Chelsea Open Contract Talks With £100m-rated Attacker However, the Gunners are hoping that … [Read more...]
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer makes incredible claim ahead of PSG clash
Manchester United suffered their first defeat under manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer against French Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint Germain in the Champions League tie at Old Trafford. However, there is a big boost in the Red Devils dressing room after their comeback against Southampton ahead of the second clash against the French Ligue 1 outfit in Paris and the claim by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is incredible. The confident interim manager has stated that he is confident that his side can turn the table around by securing a massive win against PSG later on Wednesday. Victor Lindelof takes swipe at Zlatan Ibrahimovic in big reply With the Red Devils suffering a defeat of 2-0, they will have to secure a 3-0 win before claims of any qualification to the next stage can … [Read more...]
United begin Champions League preparation with this major move
Manchester United have been handed hope of a Champions League football by interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as they return to the fourth position in the Premier League table on Saturday. This is after the Red Devils recorded a sweet comeback to from 1-0 down to defeat Southampton by 3-2 while North London outfit Arsenal played a 1-1 draw against Tottenham in the North London derby. However, the interim manager had already hinted that the club is lacking in some qualities as regards the squad strength and there will be a need to secure more additions if they must compete in the Champions League next season. Why Champions league is important for United, Solskjaer One of the preparations is a reported move for Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho ahead … [Read more...]
Why Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is the new Sir Alex Ferguson
Football for Manchester United is now being likened to the era of legendary manager Alex Ferguson after the sweet win against Southampton at the Old Trafford. Just like the days of the legendary boss, the Red Devils came from behind to 1-0 down in the first half to seal a 3-2 win in the last minute as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer takes his winning record to 12 out of 15 games across all competitions. More to the fact that the Red Devils are have returned to winning ways after a very slow start of the season under former manager Jose Mourinho, must of the players who dipped in form are now returning back to their best. Why I am interested in Europa League, Petr Cech Belgium international who scored a brace in today’s game and French international midfielder Paul … [Read more...]
Victor Lindelof takes swipe at Zlatan Ibrahimovic in big reply
Manchester United star Victor Lindelof has taken a swipe at former player Zlatan Ibrahimovic in what seems to be a reply to a statement earlier credited to the Sweden international. Zlatan Ibrahimovic had earlier made a claim of Victor Lindelof’s revival in an interview and he noted that the United player had a very difficult start of his Red Devils' career. He added that Victor Lindelof came to the club and was friendly just like any other Swedish player but claims to have advised the star player not to be too friendly because he had come to the club to survive and not to make new friends. Why United have continued to struggle, legend In reaction, Victor Lindelof stated that all Zlatan Ibrahimovic said was just to be nice and make all Swedish look nice … [Read more...]
United legend partly agrees with Mourinho on Pogba
Manchester United legend Bryan Robson has partly agreed with former manager Jose Mourinho on the stance of French midfielder Paul Pogba on the team’s captainship. It would be recalled that Paul Pogba was stripped of the captaincy by the former Portuguese manager with claims that he lacks respect for the club as well as refusing to obey orders. With the exit of Jose Mourinho, interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has now taken a new stand as he hailed the World Cup winner as a special player who has all it takes to lead the team showing qualities of leadership on and off the pitch. Arsenal hailed after decision on Aaron Ramsey However, Red Devils' legend Bryan Robson has taken a different stand as he noted that there are other players who have got the … [Read more...]
Things to happen if I am not given United job, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been tipped by pundits and fans to take the job at Old Trafford on a permanent deal at the end of the season after successfully taking up the role on an interim basis. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was asked to help out after former manager Jose Mourinho was sacked by the club for poor results and also his rift with some players which caused dressing room crisis. Solskjaer reveals his role in United’s transfer activities However, the club made it clear that they will be going out to secure a new manager in the summer window who has got the experience and profile to take charge of the team and that has not changed despite pressure from fans and former players to hand the job to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. With a very loud … [Read more...]
Why Solskjaer should be held responsible for any player’s exit
The latest statement credited to Manchester United interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hints that he is responsible for making the decision on who leaves the club and who stays at the end of the season. Since taking over as the Red Devils boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been influential both on and off the pitch but that has been able to happen because of the fact that he has produced good results at the club. However, he is reported to have told the club’s executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward the players that are fit to stay till the end of the season and those that should be shown the way out. Emery, Ozil rift over? Arsenal boss makes clear statement Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is claimed to have made the decision because of the fact that he hopes to qualify … [Read more...]
Why Champions league is important for United, Solskjaer
Manchester United interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has admitted that the Champions League is important to his team if they must be able to secure the signature of world stars. The Red Devils are currently struggling in the 5th position and they are hoping that they push through to a top-four finish ahead of Arsenal who are in fourth position with about 10 games left. The Old Trafford outfit had a very slow start of the season as they barely won a game under former manager Jose Mourinho until his sack late last year and was succeeded by former forward Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. United are a better team than Liverpool, club legend reveals why Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is responsible for returning the United team back to winning ways with the loss against PSG in … [Read more...]
Lindelof speaks on rift with Jose Mourinho
Manchester United star Victor Lindelof has reacted to suggestions that he has a rift with former manager Jose Mourinho before they parted ways last year December. The Portuguese manager was sacked by the Old Trafford management for failing to deliver good results at the club as well as his rift with some players which sparked unrest in the dressing room. In his reaction, Victor Lindelof stated that he had no grudge with the manager despite not finding enough playing time under his reigns as a result of his inconsistent performance. Man United vs Leicester - New Signings To Play In Likely Starting X Suggestions are that the former Red Devils boss was only getting at Victor Lindelof for always citing defensive lapse as the club’s major problem and … [Read more...]
Why Arsenal will bid farewell to Nacho Monreal soon
There are suggestions that North London outfit Arsenal are soon to part ways with Spanish defender Nacho Monreal owing to the developments that have surrounded the player in recent times. Nacho Monreal has been an important player in the Gunners team but he was hit with an injury at the early part of the season which makes inconsistent in the Arsenal team and gradually losing his place. More so, the star player is being linked away with claims that he would be leaving the club win the last winter window but that did not happen. However, he is currently being linked with a move to La Liga giants Barcelona. Why Mourinho is to blame for United injury crisis Barcelona are reportedly keen on Nacho Monreal as they wish to have him as a cover for left … [Read more...]
Why Arsenal cheated Man United with Mkhitaryan capture
Arsenal and Manchester United had carried out a swap deal which saw Henrikh Mkhitaryan move to the Emirates Stadium while Chile international Alexis Sanchez moved to Old Trafford in last year’s winter window. The argument of, 'if both sides got the best bargain in the deal' is unending but there are suggestions that the North London outfit might have benefitted better in the deal. Considering the roles of the two players, Alexis Sanchez is more of a forward player than Henrikh Mkhitaryan but he has scored lesser goals than the Arsenal man so far this season. With the former United man scoring two goals and providing three assists in the last two games. How Liverpool Players Can Become Legends The pain was formerly on both sides with Henrikh Mkhitaryan … [Read more...]
Chelsea Open Contract Talks With £100m-rated Attacker
West London giants Chelsea have opened contract talks with talismanic attacker Eden Hazard. This is according to the publication from French media outlet Le 10 Sport which claimed that the Blues want to secure the future of the Belgian international player. Eden Hazard has less than 18 months on his Chelsea contract and he has been linked with a move to Spanish La Liga giants Real Madrid. Recent reports had claimed that Chelsea will only sell Eden Hazard for at least £100m if he fails to sign a new deal this summer. No Juventus Transfer For Chelsea Target Mauro Icardi By then, the 28-year-old will have just one year left on his Chelsea deal. Eden Hazard has previously talked about his desire to sign up for Real Madrid but the aforementioned … [Read more...]
Liverpool Star On Three-man Barcelona Transfer Shortlist
Liverpool defender Alberto Moreno has been named on a three-man transfer shortlist at Barcelona according to reports emanating from the Spanish media. The Spanish champions are said to be keen to sign a backup for first choice left-back Jordi Alba and they have drawn up a list of three players to that effect. Spanish media outlet Sport claim that the three-man shortlist includes Liverpool defender Alberto Moreno, Arsenal star Nacho Monreal and Atletico Madrid defender Filipe Luis. Jordi Alba is the undisputed first choice at left-back and the Spaniard recently signed a new five-year contract at the club to further highlight his importance in the Barcelona setup. Fulham Dealt Huge Blow In Pursuit Of Liverpool Defender Jordi Alba could face the threat … [Read more...]
No Inter Feud With Chelsea Target
Inter Milan director Beppe Marotta has denied that there’s a rift between the club and unsettled striker Mauro Icardi who has been linked with a move away from the club. Beppe Marotta is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Italian Serie A giants Inter Milan. He occupied a similar role at Italian champions Juventus until the end of last year when he left the Juventus Stadium to join Italian Derby rivals Inter Milan. Beppe Marotta told Sky Sports Italia that there’s no rift between the club and Argentine international Mauro Icardi and that he would not like to talk much about the affairs of the club publicly. Players Liverpool can sign on a free transfer The Inter CEO was reacting to the player’s outburst on social media after club manager Luciano … [Read more...]
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