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The statement Mata made that could scare Liverpool

English Premier League outfit Man United star Juan Mata has stated that his team will not be playing Liverpool alone but will be joined by 75,000 fans on Sunday at the Old Trafford. Suggestions are that the statement could send panic to the Liverpool team because of the fact that they will have to face the fans as well. The game poses to be a big challenge for both sides because of its importance in shaping the league table as well as getting to make certain decisions at the Old Trafford. After defeat United to £100m-rated target Premier League Clubs Queue Up To Sign Chelsea Loanee Arsenal, United reignite rivalry over £20m-rated striker Should Liverpool win the game, they will return top of the log and also continue their push for the league … [Read more...]

Why Arsenal Europa League draw is good for transfer business

Arsenal have been drawn to face French Ligue 1 outfit Rennes in the round of 16 of the Europa League competition. This is after the North London side secured qualification from the round of 16 after beating BATE. The Gunners have now qualified for the next round with two encounters against Rennes. More to the game is the fact that the North London fans will be seeing one of Arsenal’s major targets Ismaila Sarr as he is expected to be in action for the two legs. Matteo Guendouzi reacts to switch to PSG Italy vs Poland - check out Jorginho's close strike Midfielder Snubs Chelsea For £170,000 p/w Deal At Barcelona It's Proven! SOS can't be compared to MSF Chelsea vs Derby County: Chelsea key trio likely to be unavailable To the fans, it is a form … [Read more...]

Why Arsenal fans are unhappy with Europa League draw

English Premier League outfit Arsenal fans are really unhappy with the draws conducted on Friday which saw their side tie with French Ligue 1 outfit Rennes tie with The draws was already conducted but an adjustment was made one hour after the draw so as to avoid a clash with Chelsea’s game against Dynamo Kiev. Based on the draws, Arsenal and Chelsea were slated for home games on 7th March but that has been switched with the as the UEFA city clash rule is being cited. The North London outfit will now be at home in the second leg on 14 March and will go away in their first on 7th March. How Unconvincing Chelsea pipped in-form Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park The Arsenal Supporters Trust as a body have therefore expressed their displeasure over the change … [Read more...]

Why I now enjoy watching United

Former winger Andrei Kanchelskis has stated that he now enjoys watching Manchester United play because of the new manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and the new style he has introduced at the club. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was handed the interim role at the Old Trafford following the sack of former manager Jose Mourinho. Since his exit, the Red Devils became a changed team under the new manager with the players firing again while some players improved in their performance unlike the defensive approach under the former Portuguese manager. Why it has been a quiet transfer window for United Arsenal must get serious to snap up 27-year-old Real Madrid star However, Andrei Kanchelskis noted that watching his beloved team under the former manager was quite disgusting … [Read more...]

Virgil Van Dijk receives the most damning report of his career

Arguably, Liverpool defender Vigil Van Dijk has never been told he is not good enough since joining the Anfield as it is being done by Man United legend Nemanja Vidic. Vigil Van Dijk joined the Merseyside club in the last summer window from Southampton and has established himself as one of the best defenders in the league. The former Southampton player is now being tipped as the backbone of the Liverpool defence but that will not be acceptable by the Man United legend who claims that he will not swap any Red Devils defender to have Vigil Van Dijk. Why Arsenal fans will wish deal for Nicolo Zaniolo is completed NOW It would be recalled that the Man United defence was condemned by the former manager Jose Mourinho and same is still being admitted by the club … [Read more...]

Why Lacazette might not feature in Europa League games again this season

There are fears that French striker Alexandre Lacazette might not play in the Europa League again this season should the North London team fail to scale through this round of 16. The North London outfit have been served their round of 16 opponents in a draw which was held on Friday. The Gunners will face French Ligue 1 outfit Rennes in a double leg encounter. However, Alexandre Lacazette already knows his fate on the double games as he is expected to face a two-game suspension after receiving a Red Card against BATE Borisov in their first leg of their last 32 tie at Belarus. Ex-Chelsea Midfielder Exits PSG By Mutual Consent It has been established by UEFA Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body that the former Lyon player was dismissed for elbowing … [Read more...]

What United apply on pith ahead of Liverpool visit

English Premier League outfit Manchester United will host Liverpool on Sunday in the Premier League tie and the preparation for the host has been on the high for such an important game. James Cooper reports that the Red Devils players do not only read for the encounter but the pitch is already set for the game in a unique way as garlic is being applied on the pitch just like the body is being enhanced with tea bags. It has been revealed that the application of the root is a tradition at the Old Trafford and it is being done one a week. It has been the practice for the last five years and most especially ahead of big games like the Liverpool tie. Arsenal players now feel differently, Lacazette explains why However, it is claimed that it stinks inside the … [Read more...]

United to get Alex Ferguson advantage ahead of Liverpool clash

English Premier League Manchester United players will have the opportunity of having talks with legendary manager Alex Ferguson as hinted by interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, ahead of the big clash against Liverpool. The Red Devils will welcome hungry Liverpool on Sunday knowing that the game remains a must-win for the Merseyside team. Man United are ready to stop them. There is no doubt that the legendary boss has not been far from the Red Devils since interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took over and he has always had an influence in how they play and what they must do. Solskjaer hints De Gea’s stay after massive claim The Red Devils interim manager, therefore, added that Alex Ferguson means a lot to the team ahead of the game as he will definitely … [Read more...]

Liverpool Face Barcelona Threat For 16-Goal Ligue 1 Attacker

Premier League title contenders Liverpool will do well to fend off the threat of Spanish champions Barcelona in the wake of the news that the Nou Camp giants have joined the race to sign Lille attacker Nicolas Pepe. France Football claim that the Blaugrana sent scouts to watch the Ivorian international star in action for his Lille side in their last league game. Barcelona scouts were in attendance as Lille played out a goalless draw at home to Montpellier on Sunday. Barcelona are not the only club keen on a move for the 23-year-old. Chelsea Join Bayern, Barcelona In De Ligt Race Major European clubs like Arsenal, Bayern Munich and Liverpool have all been linked with a move for the exciting winger in recent weeks. Recent reports claim that Lille … [Read more...]

Liverpool Boss Backs Solskjaer For Permanent Man Utd Job

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has thrown his weight behind Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for the permanent managerial job at Manchester United. Ex-Red Devils striker Solskjaer has impressed on his role as the interim manager at the Theatre of Dreams and that has led to widespread calls for him to be named the permanent manager at Old Trafford. In his pre-match press conference on Friday afternoon ahead of the mammoth Premier League clash at Manchester United, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pointed out how Manchester United are a different team since Solskjaer took over before adding that he deserves the job on a full-time basis. Klopp wants this player to stay at Anfield for many seasons Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was made the interim Manchester United manager in … [Read more...]

Liverpool Star Unfazed By Barren Run vs Man Utd

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has played down his barren scoring run against Manchester United as both sides prepare to face each other in the Premier League on Sunday. In an interview with Premier League TV, Salah said that he doesn’t care if the record remains as long as the Reds win against their rivals. The Egyptian international player further said that Liverpool want to stay at the top of the Premier League table. Liverpool must get at least a draw to end the weekend at the top of the Premier League log. Mohamed Salah has not scored for Liverpool in his three outings against Manchester United since his move to the club last season. It's over! Arsenal's 22-match unbeaten run ends Those three meetings have yielded one win, one draw and one … [Read more...]

Ex-Liverpool Defender Pens New Palace Deal

Crystal Palace defender Martin Kelly has committed his long-term future to the club by signing a new contract at Selhurst Park. The news of his contract extension was confirmed by the South London club earlier on Friday. The 28-year-old has signed a new contract that will take his time at Crystal Palace until the end of the 2020/21 season. Martin Kelly came through the Liverpool Academy before making his first team debut for the five-time European champions in 2008. The one-cap England international played 33 Premier League games for Liverpool and 62 matches in all competitions for the Reds before his exit in 2014. Liverpool Linked With Summer Swoop For 10-Goal PL Striker Kelly joined the Eagles from Liverpool in the summer of 2014 after the South … [Read more...]

Bayern Join Race To Sign £44m-rated Chelsea Target

German Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich have reportedly joined the race to sign Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic. The 30-year-old has been heavily linked with a move away from Barcelona following his contract standoff with the Nou Camp outfit. According to the publication from Diario Sport, Bayern Munich will battle Italian Serie giants Inter Milan for his services. Ivan Rakitic has previously linked with a transfer to the Premier League. Chelsea and Manchester United are said to be keen on the experienced Croatian international midfielder. Liverpool Plotting £36m Transfer For World Cup Winner Rakitic was part of the Croatian squad that stunned the entire footballing world by reaching the final of last summer’s FIFA World Cup tournament in … [Read more...]

Transfer Ban Fallout: Chelsea Must Keep Hazard

Ex-Chelsea striker Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has urged the club to keep star player Eden Hazard at Stamford Bridge at all costs. The Chelsea legend was reacting to the news that FIFA have slapped a two-window transfer ban on the Blues after they were found culpable in the registration of young players. He spoke about the FIFA transfer ban on Chelsea while doing his punditry job on popular media channel Sky Sports. FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee slapped the transfer ban on Chelsea after a three-year investigation involving over 12 players including Bertrand Traore. The Blues were also fined 600,000 Swiss Francs (£430,600). Few years ago, Alex Teixeira confirmed talks with Chelsea, should the Blues be worried now Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink played for … [Read more...]

Chelsea To Play Dynamo Kiev In Europa League Last 16 Tie

Former winners Chelsea will face Dynamo Kiev FC of Ukraine for a place in the quarterfinals of this season’s Europa League. The West Londoners discovered their last 16 opponents after the draw took place earlier today. Chelsea will host the Ukrainians in the first leg of their last 16 ties on Thursday, March 7 before the return leg in Ukraine on Thursday, March 14. Maurizio Sarri and his players were dominant in the last round as they dispatched Swedish club Malmo FF in their last 32 ties. Chelsea had won the first leg in Sweden 2-1 before their spot in the last 16 of the competition was sealed with a 3-0 victory at Stamford Bridge for a 5-1 aggregate win. It's Proven! SOS can't be compared to MSF Dynamo Kiev striker Fran Sol scored the only goal … [Read more...]

Chelsea To Appeal FIFA Verdict On Transfers

West London giants Chelsea have confirmed that they will appeal the decision taken by FIFA to ban them from signing players for two transfer windows. The FIFA Disciplinary Committee had earlier stunned the Blues by slamming a two-window transfer ban on the former European champions for wrongdoing in relation to the signing of minors. In a swift response to the ban announcement from FIFA, Chelsea refuted the findings of that committee before adding that they could be appealing the decision. The Blues reacted to the ban via a club statement released on Thursday morning. In addition to a transfer ban for two windows, Chelsea were also fined 600,000 Swiss Francs (£430,600). ‘Secrete’ ban handed to Pogba revealed Chelsea are not new to transfer bans … [Read more...]

Chelsea Handed Transfer Ban By FIFA

Premier League giants Chelsea have been banned for two transfer windows by world football’s governing body, FIFA. The Blues were banned by FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee for breaches relating to international transfer of under-18 players. With the latest development, Chelsea won’t be able to sign players until next summer at least (the summer of 2020). FIFA also confirmed that the transfer ban does not apply to the Blues’ women team and futsal team. Chelsea were also fined 600,000 Swiss Francs (£460,300) for their misdemeanour. This is not the first time that the Blues would be banned from making signings after they experienced the same situation in 2009 for their pursuit of Gael Kukuta. EPL: Maurizio Sarri has been given offer to quit Chelsea The … [Read more...]

Why Man United will regret snubbing Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

The bidding is yet to be over as Man United are still out for a manager ahead of next season with interim manager Ole Gunnar Solkjaer being a part of the candidates. The former Man United forward was handed the role on an interim basis and was expected to quit at the end of the season but he has shown within the few months that he deserves to be given the full-time job. More to it, Ole Gunnar Solkjaer has received the backing of the fans, pundits and former players who are of the opinion that he should be given the opportunity to continue rather than the choice of a world class manager or an experienced coach. Arsenal’s transformation this season made known to Unai Emery Former United star defender Nemanja Vidic is one of the former players who have … [Read more...]

Sarri takes swipe at Arsenal, says his side are better

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri has taken swipe at his London rivals Arsenal, stating that his side are a better team than the North London outfit but they are still more criticized. He made this claim after their 3-0 victory over Malmo in the Europa League tie on Thursday night as he prepares also for the clash against Man City in the EFL Cup final on Sunday. The Blues team under the Italian boss has been heavily criticized especially with the nature of defeats they suffered this season. 128-Goal Striker Would Bolster Chelsea Attack - Ex-Blues Defender He noted that he is aware of how fans and pundits praise the Arsenal team which ought not to be more than his team, explaining that he shares the same point with the Gunners, his side are in the EFL Cup finals … [Read more...]

Is Jurgen Klopp playing mind game ahead of United tie with this statement?

There are suggestions that Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is in the mind game business after his recent statement about Man United’s interim boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ahead of their tie on Sunday. The Reds will have the opportunity to return top in the Premier League table ahead of Manchester City with three points clear but that will only be subjected to the end result of the clash against the Red Devils. The Red Devils boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been impressive since he took over at the Old Trafford, helping United to return to winning ways as well as winning a number of games with only a defeat since he took over in December last year. Sanchez’s possible destination will shock Arsenal fans With both sides set to clash at the weekend, the Reds boss … [Read more...]

Amidst exit rumours, David De Gea “rubbished” with this words by former player

With fears that Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea will be leaving the Old Trafford in the coming summer window after he delayed to sign a new deal at the club, there have been some rating of the stopper in comparison with a legendary stopper. Red Devils legend Andrei Kanchelskis has hailed the Spanish goalkeeper as being the best at the moment but made it clear that he is not any better than his former teammate Peter Schmeichel. Man United winning the race to land this Real Madrid forward There is no doubt that the Red Devils have been blessed with a number of talented goalkeepers right from inception with Peter Schmeichel making his impact before his retirement with the former Atletico Madrid stopper also being rated as one of the best of his … [Read more...]

Why Chelsea Target Won’t Leave Napoli

Experienced Italian journalist David Amoyal has revealed that Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly won’t leave the club despite the intense transfer rumours linking him with a move back to the Premier League. David Amoyal talked about Koulibaly while he was speaking about transfers on the CalcioLand Podcast. According to him, he can’t see Koulibaly leaving Napoli when the transfer window reopens in the summer as the Senegalese international centre back has always maintained that he wants to stay with the Italian Serie A giants amidst the transfer rumours. Kalidou Koulibaly has established himself as a key performer for Napoli since joining the club from Belgian side Genk in 2014. 3-Goal Replacement Identified For Chelsea Striker At West Ham The … [Read more...]