An injury to Emre Can threatened to sour Liverpool's evening following a comprehensive EFL Cup win at Burton but Reds boss Jurgen Klopp allayed fears over the midfielder. Can came off midway through the second half of Tuesday night's 5-0 victory after going to ground somewhat innocuously in some discomfort. The Germany international eventually regained his feet and was helped from the pitch, rather than having to be carried off on a stretcher, but immediately after the game it was too early to know the exact problem or its extent. Asked about Can, Klopp said: "I have no idea. He had a little pain in his ankle without any touch - I couldn't see any contact. "It was a long leg, then a little bit floppy and then he had pain. "But it is not that … [Read more...]
Sturridge at the double as Liverpool sink Burton Albion
Burton Albion had no answer to Liverpool as the Reds ran out 5-0 winners in the League Cup second round. Substitute Daniel Sturridge scored twice, while Divock Origi and Roberto Firmino were also on the scoresheet as Liverpool battered Burton Albion 5-0 to reach the League Cup third round on Tuesday. Jurgen Klopp's side, finalists in the competition last season, slumped to a disappointing 2-0 Premier League loss at Burnley on Saturday but an upset was never on the cards at the Pirelli Stadium. Origi put Liverpool ahead after just 14 minutes, tapping in from close range after Sadio Mane's trickery created a simple finish for the striker. Mane and Nathaniel Clyne then combined well for Firmino to double the lead before the break and an own goal from … [Read more...]
Michy Batshuayi scores twice as Chelsea edge past Bristol Rovers
Michy Batshuayi was at the double to fire Chelsea past Bristol Rovers in the League Cup, but the 3-2 scoreline was far closer than the Blues would’ve liked. A strong Blues line-up numbering five first-team regulars including Pedro and Nemanja Matic laboured against their League One opponents despite twice claiming two-goal leads as Michy Batshuayi scored either side of Victor Moses’ goal. Peter Hartley and Ellis Harrison, who fired the only goal of the second-half, gave Rovers hope of a famous upset against the Premier League giants and on more than one occasion they threatened an equaliser. But Eden Hazard and Oscar came on to reinforce Chelsea and the visitors eventually ran out of steam having given everything in pursuit of a prized … [Read more...]
Mamadou Sakho cleared of doping offence as World Anti-Doping Agency choose not to appeal Uefa verdict
Mamadou Sakho's doping affair has been brought to a close, with WADA saying it will not appeal against UEFA's decision to dismiss the case. The World Anti-Doping Agency will not lodge an appeal against UEFA's decision to dismiss proceedings against Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho after he failed a drugs test. Sakho tested positive for higenamine - a fat-burning drug - after his side's Europa League clash against Manchester United in March, and served an initial 30-day suspension. UEFA confirmed in July that it would not impose a further punishment on the France international after a consultation with the player's legal team and WADA-accredited laboratories, though there had been speculation that WADA itself could appeal against the decision following a … [Read more...]
Chelsea target Gabriel Barbosa set to consider future
Santos' highly-rated forward Gabriel Barbosa is set to consider his future at the club after winning gold with Brazil at the Rio Olympics . The 19-year-old went to the 2016 Games being linked with a host of Premier League sides, including Chelsea and Manchester United, but put speculation on hold as he helped the Selecao beat Germany in the final of the Olympic football tournament at the weekend to take gold on home soil. With the Games now over, Barbosa - also known as 'Gabigol' for his goal-scoring exploits - has revealed he will think about his future at Santos. "Up until now, I haven’t really had the time to think about anything because my attention was completely on the Olympics," the forward said. "Now I will celebrate with my family, then I … [Read more...]
Guardiola ‘cannot deny’ move for Bravo; Toure, Hart could play
Pep Guardiola has suggested both Joe Hart and Yaya Toure could feature in Wednesday’s Steaua Bucharest clash and also spoke about Claudio Bravo. The Spaniard will allow the England No.1 goalkeeper to leave the Etihad if he wishes, but is willing to give him some first-team football as he rotates his squad for the second leg of the Champions League qualifier. “In terms of long-term injuries, Vincent Kompany and Ilkay Gundogan have little problems,” Guardiola told reporters. “We have ten days to work with them and improve their physical conditions. “Hopefully, when we come back from the international break, they will be a full part of our training sessions. “Bacary Sagna is not available. Against West Ham it is not possible for him to play. Maybe at … [Read more...]
Milan reject Chelsea bid for Alessio Romagnoli
AC Milan have rejected a bid “in excess of €25million” from Chelsea for defender Alessio Romagnoli. The Serie A side confirmed on their TV channel that they had rebuffed an approach for the 21-year-old defender, who only moved to Milan in a €25million deal from Roma last summer. La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Milan chief executive Adriano Galliani has told the Blues that Romagnoli is “unsellable” after reports in Italy on Monday claimed that Chelsea had turned their attentions to Romagnoli, having switched the attention from Kalidou Koulibaly. Sky Italia have also reported the story but claim Antonio Conte’s bid was closer to £30million. New Blues boss Conte is in desperate need for a centre-back and may well up his offer for Romagnoli, who … [Read more...]
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