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Why Alexis Sanchez is not the player for Man United, Paul Scholes

Manchester United legend has stated that Alexis Sanchez is not the player fit to represent the club because of his style of play. It is not alone that Sanchez has not lived up to expectation since joining United from Arsenal, he has been described as a selfish player who lacks team spirit. Sanchez has continued to live in his shadows for the Old Trafford with his poor form as he was known to be a better player at the Emirates Stadium. Scholes maintained that despite being a great player with good qualities, Sanchez has never played the … [Read more...]

Why Alex Ferguson should be ‘blamed’ for United’s confusion

Manchester United has not been the club it was known for since the retirement of Sir Alex Ferguson in 2013. Football psychologist Damian Hughes, a renowned Professor of Organisational Psychology and Change says the departure of the former manager has resulted to “confusion culture” at the Old Trafford. It all started with the confusion of who to bring in as a good fit for the former manager before David Moyes was handed the mantle. He had to be replaced by Louis van Gaal as a result of unsatisfaction before the coming of the present … [Read more...]

Why Mourinho should not be sympathized with, pundit

Premier League commentator and ESPN FC pundit Jon Champion is of the opinion that Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho should not be sympathized with because he made himself the target. Mourinho has suffered a lot of bashing in the controversies that resulted into crisis at the Old Trafford. He has been criticized for his negative attitude which caused the worst start United have recorded in almost 30 years. The former Chelsea boss have been in the news for much negative reasons especially his rift with some of his players and his bust-up … [Read more...]

Chelsea vs Man Utd: Red Devils fans all saying thesame thing about Mike Dean’s appointment

The English Premier League is set to return this weekend following the two weeks international holiday break. Man Utd will, however, be facing their first major challenge since the commencement of the league. The Red Devils will be heading to Stamford Bridge to play against Jose Mourinho former club, Chelsea. Man Utd at the moment are 7 points behind Chelsea, who are at the second spot on the EPL table. This season has seen the Reds Devils at their worse form since Jose Mourinho took over as coach, issues between their controversial … [Read more...]

Man Utd vs Chelsea: three things Sarri should be mindful of ahead of the weekend clash

This weekend will see another big game go down in the Premier League between Chelsea and Man Utd. The Blues are currently in top form and are expected to beat Man Utd to all three points especially as the game will be played at Stamford Bridge. However, the Blues must not be too overconfident of defeating Man Utd because of their recent form this season. Chelsea coach, Maurizio should be mindful of these three things ahead of the match on Saturday, 1. Man Utd are not predictable - these calls for serious concerns, at times Man Utd looks … [Read more...]

Kante, Pogba To Start In France vs Germany Probable Lineups

World champions France could take a step closer to qualification for the last four when they host Germany at the Stade de France in their UEFA Nations League clash in League A1. A win for the French team would extend their lead at the top of the group to four points and push the Germans to the brink of relegation from League A. On the other hand, a win for the immediate past World champions would bring them back into contention for the final four in League A. Ahead of the game, Paris Saint Germain (PSG) forward Kylian Mbappe is expected to … [Read more...]

Cesc Fabregas motivates fellow teammates ahead of the match against Man Utd

Chelsea will play host to Man Utd on Saturday in the English Premier League. The Blues are currently seated at the second spot on the EPL table with 20 points. Chelsea have undergone tremendous changes under their new manager, Maurizio Sarri, who joined them in the summer transfer window following the sack of Antonio Conte. The Blues have maintained an unbeaten stance so far this season, with Liverpool being the major club they have faced, they will, however, be having a tough challenge this weekend against Man Utd. Manchester United … [Read more...]

Is Mourinho finally getting it right with Pogba?

There are indications that Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho is finally getting right with French midfielder Paul Pogba following latest reports that he will not blame the player for the crisis at the Old Trafford. Earlier before now, the manager and player were at loggerhead and the rift between the pair sparked tension even in the dressing room. The Portuguese manager had blamed the former Juventus player for being disrespectful to the club and also questioning his tactics and approach in public. However, calm and peace might be … [Read more...]

Why Mourinho should be blame for Rashford’s poor form

Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford has been a subject of worry for the England national team fans because of his misfiring in recent time. The Striker again failed to pay off the faith invested on him in front of the goal as England recorded a 0-0 draw against World Cup runner-up Croatia on Friday evening. The Red Devils striker had the opportunity to hand England a convincing victory having had two clear chances in the game but he was found wanting again. The coming of Rashford to limelight in 2016 where he had scored twice in … [Read more...]

United dealt major blow in player’s pursuit

There are indications that Manchester United will no longer succeed in their pursuit of Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake who seems to be interesting other Premier League club. The 23-year-old is reported to be destined for a return to Chelsea having left the Stamford Bridge for the Vitality Stadium in 2017. United and Tottenham were reported to be the leaders in the race for the player according to Daily Telegraph before Chelsea surfaced in what seem like an attempt to claim what belongs to them. Chelsea have an agreement to resign the … [Read more...]

How Mourinho ‘deceived’ fans on Pogba’s captain band stripping

Few weeks ago, Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho stripped of captain band from French midfielder Paul Pogba owing to the supposed rift between them. The United boss had before the entire team squad told the World Cup winner who has captained the side on two occasions that he will never have an opportunity to do that again. Pogba has been accused of insubordination and also disrespecting the club and the manager. One of the sins committed by the former Juventus player is publicly questioning the tactics employed by the manager by … [Read more...]

UEFA Nations League: Southgate makes case for clubs, players

The UEFA Nations League has been ongoing since the commencement of the international break and it has not been an easy one for players who have got just a little time to rest. England national team coach Gareth Southgate is one of those who will hit out on the Premier League for rushing to begin the league without giving necessary conditions to players who were at the Russia 2018 World Cup. Southgate who spoke ahead of his side’s Nations League game against Spain noted that clubs are placed in an impossible situation where they have to field … [Read more...]

United to reward star player with £150k a week contract

Manchester United are reportedly set to reward Luke Shaw with a £150,000 a-week contract that will have him remain at the Old Trafford much longer. It was earlier anticipated that the England international was on his way out of the club but he has since found a reason to remain having had a good pre-season outing to force him back into manager Jose Mourinho’s team. Shaw, whose current contract expires by next summer will now be rewarded with a new contract at the club as he is now a major part of the United team so far in this season. The … [Read more...]

UEFA Nations League: How Spain Plan England’s Fall

England will be travelling to Spain today (Monday) with the majority of their Premier League players for the return leg of the UEFA Nations League. Luis Enrique will hope to keep his pride by not losing at home hence, he is expected to field his strongest team against their English visitors. Familiar to English Team, David de Gea favours a start ahead of new Chelsea recruit Kepa Arrizabalaga in the goal post. Also, Chelsea duo, Marcos Alonso and Cesar Azpilicueta should get the nod in the full-back positions. The latter will take the place … [Read more...]

England vs Spain: the three lions predicted line up, 2 players suspended

Coach Gareth Southgate will be leading the English national team to a fierce battle against Spain in the Uefa Nations League tomorrow. England will hope to have their first win by defeating a tougher Spanish side tomorrow having wasted the opportunities to defeat Croatia earlier. Gareth Southgate has made some changes in the Three Lions squad, one of which is their football formation. Back in the summer World Cup, coach Gareth Southgate made use of three center backs, he is however now using the 4 - 3 - 3 football formation. Southgate … [Read more...]

Why United not bothered about De Gea’s failed contract talks

Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea seems to have made up his mind to leave the Old Trafford this season but that might not happen as the club have all it takes to keep him for a longer period of time. De Gea’s contract runs into the last months and there is still no agreement between him and the club because of his decision to walk away. The Spanish goalkeeper was offered a whopping sum of £375,000 per week deal to remain at the Old Trafford but that is not attractive enough to lure him to remain at the club. However, United have … [Read more...]

Uefa Nations League! Lukaku replies critics with Belgium brace

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku has replied his critics by scoring a brace in Belgium’s 2-1 victory against Switzerland in the UEFA Nations League. The United striker has been criticized for not giving his best for the club scoring only two goals this season in all competitions. He was pointed to as one of the reasons why the Red Devils have struggled this season with his goal drought. However, Lukaku broke the deadlock by finding the back of the net on two occasions in the game. It would be recalled that the Belgium striker … [Read more...]

Revealed, United secretly approach another manager to take over Mourinho

In what seems like a secret move, Manchester United are reported to have approached Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri to come to take over from embattled manager Jose Mourinho, it was revealed. There were earlier reports that the Portuguese boss will be shown the way out of the Old Trafford owing to his inability to have control over the dressing room and also to deliver results at the club. The former Chelsea boss was also saved by the 3-2 win against Newcastle, a victory that brought calm to the heated crisis at the Old … [Read more...]

Liverpool swoop in to beat Man United and Chelsea to £110,000-a-week player deal

Liverpool are keen on signing Arsenal top midfielder, Aaron Ramsey because of 'his late runs and box-to-box abilities' which fit in perfectly well in Jurgen Klopp's style of play. However, the Reds are faced with stiff competitions from fellow EPL clubs; Chelsea and Man Utd while Italian clubs AC Milan and Juventus are also monitoring the situation. Aaron Ramsey is expected to leave Emirate Stadium in June 2019 when his contract with the Gunners will end. The Welshman had hoped to stay put at the Emirates but the two sides failed to arrive … [Read more...]

Why Man United situation is laughable, former Liverpool player

The former Liverpool and Bayern defender Markus Babbel has described the situation at Manchester United as being laughable. United are dip in controversies involving dressing room crisis, Manager Jose Mourinho’s rift with players and also bad results. However, the Portuguese manager has been in the centre of all of the issues with speculations that he would be sacked. It took the Red Devils’ 3-2 comeback against Newcastle in the weekend before the international break to calm situations at the club. Babbel thinks sacking Mourinho is a … [Read more...]

Mourinho seeks help from Chelsea pal to lure big target to United

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is desperate to have Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic Savic at the Old Trafford. Mourinho is a big fan of the player and he is ready to break the club’s transfer record to sign him having received the backing of the club. The United boss demonstrated his strong desire to have the player by travelling to East Europe to watch Savic play for Serbia against Montenegro. The UEFA Nations League ended 2 - 0 in favour of Serbia. Savic would have been a Red Devil by now should his asking price had not … [Read more...]

Why I want to work under Mourinho again, another Chelsea star explains

Chelsea star player Eden Hazard is now enjoying life at the Stamford Bridge with his fine form having scored 8 goals this season in all competitions as well as a number of assists. The Belgium player has been said to have found his best under new Manager Maurizio Sarri who joined the club in the summer. Before now, the Belgium international once had a difficult and frustrating career at Stamford Bridge some years ago under another coach than Jose Mourinho. Mourinho is known for his defensive mentality and that was a strange one to Hazard … [Read more...]

Sad news for Pogba as Glazers gives final word on future

Manchester United owners and the Glazer family see to have put to rest the issues surrounding the future of French midfielder Paul Pogba at the club. Pogba has been speculated to be close to the exit door having fallen out with manager Jose Mourinho in addition to the bad results from the team. The situation at United got messier when the Portuguese manager stripped the Frenchman off his captain band, telling him he will never lead the team again. Pogba was reported to be irritated by the development and he has made his intention of leaving … [Read more...]

United ready to tie injured star player with new deal

Although he has been unavailable for a couple of games, Manchester United are reported to be considering a new deal for Jesse Lingard which will have him remain at the club much longer. However, the club could open contract talks with the England international anytime soon, The Mirror reports. Lingard’s current deal was only signed last year but he has won the heart of the club with his development and impact to the deal to deserve a new deal. With the deal which hands the 25-year-old £100,000 a week, he is expected to earn more once a new … [Read more...]

Pogba’s agent could stop United’s dream signing

Manchester United’s dream signing and Ajax defender Matthijs de Ligt could end up not joining the Old Trafford side because of Mino Raiola, Paul Pogba’s agent. De Legt is being admired by Manchester United and they have muted having his signature in the summer but that could suffer a setback, knowing he shares same agent with the French midfielder. Raiola has not had a good history at United from the days of Alex Ferguson and the situation seem unmanaged with the controversies at the club involving former Juventus midfielder, Pogba. The … [Read more...]