This season has been a bittersweet one for Manchester United. It started on a winning note for the Red Devils who narrowly defeated Leicester 2-1 in the opening match of the season. However, they couldn't maintain the winning mentality as they surprisingly lost to Brighton 3-2 in the second match of the campaign. Things went back-and-forth for José Mourinho in term of results, his team had just 26 points after 17 matches the worst they've got in their history. His relationship with players didn't help matters as he reportedly quarrels with … [Read more...]
Is Emery’s training method responsible for Arsenal’s injury crises?
Injury is part of football as you would hear many pundits and managers say, but it is abnormal when it becomes rampant and frequent like we are experiencing at the Emirates stadium. The Gunners have a record of injuries to key players during Arsene Wenger's reign but it wasn't as rampant as the current situation with the team under Unai Emery. At first, it was Laurent Koscielny, the Frenchman spent seven months in the recuperating room before he finally returned back to action. England international Danny Welbeck has been ruled out of the … [Read more...]
Liverpool and Arsenal stars in intense battle for the prestigious award
Liverpool were 2-0 winners over Wolves last week Friday as they established a four-point lead at the top of the League standings. Goals from in-form striker Mohammed Salah and Virgil Van Dijk were enough to win it for the Reds. Salah's goal was his 11th of the season and he's on the right path to reclaiming the Premier League's golden boot which he won last season after scoring 37 goals in all competitions. However, the Egyptian forward should be wary of his fellow African star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in the race for the highly regarded … [Read more...]
Revealed! The only thing that will make this Arsenal star become great again
After missing three consecutive matches, Mesut Ozil was given a rare start by Unai Emery against Burnley on Saturday. There have been speculations surrounding his future at the Emirates stadium as a result of the constant snub by Unai Emery in recent weeks. When asked if the player is still in his plans for the season, the Spanish manager revealed the 30-year-old midfielder is very much in his plans. Emery further reaffirmed Ozil's importance to his team when he said: “I have told him what we need from him. He has the commitment to help us … [Read more...]
Arsenal to offer goalkeeper plus €16m for this youngster, does he worth it?
Arsenal manager Unai Emery is still in search of Danny Welbeck's replacement and reports emanating from Senegal — the home country of Stade Rennais' winger Ismaila Sarr — claimed that he is interested in signing the youngster in January. According to Senegalese media outlet Wiwsport.com, the former Paris St-German manager is happy with the 20-year-old's performances in Europa League group stage and he wants him at the Emirates stadium in the next transfer market. In the same vein, the Ligue 1 side are reportedly in the market for a new … [Read more...]
Forget the 5-1 victory over Cardiff, It is too early to praise Solskjaer!
Manchester United scored five goals for the first time this season and it's coming days after the club parted ways with José Mourinho. Prior to Mourinho's dismissal, the Red Devils often concede the first goal in most of the matches played in the season and they always labour hard to salvage a point. However last night's display was in total contrast to what we've seen all through this season. Solskjaer, who replaced the Portuguese manager as an interim manager last week Tuesday, seemed to have changed the player's mentality and he has made … [Read more...]
See how happy Pogba made United great again
Manchester United Fans were thrilled with their 5-1 victory over Cardiff last night. The Red Devils were rampant at the final third of the pitch from the start to the end of the encounter. It took them just three minutes and three seconds to score the first goal of the game via Marcus Rashford's well-curled free kick. Anthony Martial, Ander Herrera and Jesse Lingard (double) went on to score before the end of the game. We all saw a very ruthless and coordinated Manchester United team for the first time in a very long time thanks to Paul … [Read more...]
Why Lacazette fume at his substitution against Burnley
If you watched the game between Arsenal and Burnley at the Emirates stadium, you will see one of the craziest ways players react to being subbed out of a game. The Gunners were 2-1 ahead of the Clarets in the game when Unai Emery decided to replace France international striker Alexander Lacazette in favor of Alex Iwobi and the manager's decision didn't go down well with the striker. The former Lyon striker was furious with Emery as soon as he saw his name on the fourth official's substitution board. FOUR REASONS BEHIND LACAZETTE'S … [Read more...]
Top Three managers tipped for United job
Manchester United have parted ways with José Mourinho, whom they hired two and a half seasons ago, and they are now in search of his replacement. While confirming the Portuguese dismissal, United's Vice-chairman Ed Woodward thanked the Portuguese manager for his achievements throughout his time at Old Trafford. He also wished him well in all his future endeavours. "The club would like to thank Jose for his work during his time at Manchester United and to wish him success in the future," he said The Red Devils have come to the end of another … [Read more...]
EFL Cup: Why Bournemouth shouldn’t stop Chelsea from reaching semi-finals
EFL Cup is here again and clubs are preparing for their quarter-final fixtures. The Blues take on the Cherries on Wednesday as they hope to book their place in the Semi-final round of the competition. Chelsea are not just in the competition, they are one of the favourites to win the trophy. So, there shouldn't be any problem for them crunching Bournemouth to progress to the next round of the campaign. Here are some reasons why the Blues should enjoy a free ride to victory over Howe Eddie's men on Wednesday Brilliant form The Blues are in … [Read more...]
EFL Cup: Can Arsenal record another famous victory over Tottenham?
Arsenal are set to tackle their local rivals Tottenham in Wednesday's EFL fixture. 16 days ago, the Gunners recorded a massive 4-2 victory over the Lilywhites and they will be hoping to do the same when both sides meet again on Wednesday. Match preview Arsenal failed to protect their 22-match unbeaten as they were defeated 3-2 by Southampton at the St Mary's stadium last Sunday. They will be hoping to bounce back to winning ways against Mauricio Pochetino's men in the quarter-finals of the EFL competition. Irrespective of their great … [Read more...]
Mourinho was sacked by Chelsea on this day 2015, history set to repeat itself at Old Trafford?
Manchester United manager José Mourinho is surely one of the best managers in the world, but, there is one shocking event that often occurs to him — he always get sacked by his employers in his third season with any club. Is that a coincidence or a myth? That's one question that many often ask themselves. At Real Madrid, Inter Milan, Porto, and Chelsea, he didn't last more than three seasons with any of these clubs before being shown the exit door. Today makes it exactly three years that the Portuguese' contract with Chelsea was terminated … [Read more...]
How Liverpool showed they’re title contenders
Having seen Manchester City defeated Everton at the Etihad Stadium last night, Liverpool were under huge pressure heading into yesterday's clash with Manchester United. Jurgen Klopp's men were aware that anything short of victory would automatically push them down to the second position on the Premier League standings, hence, there was intense pressure on the home team. Liverpool scored first Despite the pressure to impress in front of the home fans, the Reds took the lead as Sadio Mane found the back of De Gea's net. The Senegalese … [Read more...]
Isco plus cash in exchange for Hazard? Why Sarri must ignore Madrid’s swap deal
Last season's Champions League winners Real Madrid remain keen on Chelsea playmaker Eden Hazard as reports suggest they are eyeing another big-money move for his signature. The Los Blancos have been trailing the Belgian since 2016 but they've failed to make Roman Abramovich dance to their tune. However, Madrid manager Santiago Solari — just like his predecessor Zinedine Zidane — believe he stands a chance to lure him to the Spanish Capital in January. In his plan to see the playmaker at Santiago Bernabeu, reports via OK Diario revealed on … [Read more...]
Mourinho to exchange Paul Pogba for Alex Sandro, what’s he thinking?
Manchester United manager José Mourinho is so much desperate to terminate Paul Pogba's contract with the team due to his hostile relationship with the player. Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba was said to be heading to Barcelona during the previous transfer market in the summer but the Red Devils failed to sanction the deal. According to Tuttosport in July, the Camp Nou outfits were unwilling to dance to United's tune in terms of the player's price tag, hence, the deal collapsed abruptly. In the same month, another report emerged — … [Read more...]
Desperate Sarri wants this £70m-rated youngster at Stamford Bridge in January
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri has reportedly shown his desire to work with USA prodigy Christian Pulisic before the end of the current campaign and he's told his employers to launch a move for his signature. The youngster has failed to nail down a permanent spot in the team this season and he is now seeking a move to Premier League. Interestingly, Maurizio Sarri is impressed with the youngster's quality, he now wants him to feature in his team as Morata's replacement. The 20-year-old has fallen down the pecking order at Wesftaladion, no … [Read more...]
Perfect match! This youngster is the best man to replace Danny Welbeck
Arsenal manager Unai Emery is reportedly in search of Danny Welbeck's replacement as the England international won't be in action for the rest of the campaign as a result of the injury. The Spanish manager has been linked with some top players and reporters are claiming the former Sevilla boss is more than willing to spend big in the upcoming transfer market. Welbeck's replacement is right at Emery's fingertips! Taking a second look at Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Qarabag on Thursday, there, was a surprise name in Emery's starting XI — Bukayo … [Read more...]
Yes, this United star is the best man for Arsenal
Unai Emery continues his search for Rob Holding's replacement as the young defender is ruled out of the season due to a knee injury. The Gunners manager is linked with some defenders, including United's Eric Bailly and Chelsea's Gary Cahill, but the Spaniard is yet to comment on the speculations making headlines. As Emery continues to ponder on who should be brought into Emirates stadium as the youngster's replacement, former Arsenal striker Kevin Campbell has helped reduced his thinking. Campbell has reportedly told Emery to make move for … [Read more...]
Predicting Victor Moses’ next destination
Chelsea star Victor Moser is not in any way close to adding to the three appearances he already had under Sarri so far this season. The 27-year-old has been told he's not wanted at Stamford Bridge and he's free to leave as early as the January transfer market commence. Being in this kind of situation is nothing new to the Nigerian winger, remember he wasn't rated by José Mourinho during the Portuguese reign at Stamford Bridge. He was told he's surplus to requirements by the former Real manager, hence, he spent at least three seasons on loan … [Read more...]
Good for Arsenal fans, Emery set to sign Chelsea player in January
Chelsea are no longer interested in keeping some fringe players in the team as they have reportedly told them to find a new club in January. Victor Moses, Gary Cahill, and Danny Drinkwater are obviously not needed by Maurizio Sarri and they could be heading towards Stamford Bridge's exit door. Gary Cahill was tracked by Turkish sides Galatasaray and Besiktas during the previous summer window, that's according to the Mirror. Though the two Turkish sides are very much keen on his signature, Arsenal are believed to be leading the race for the … [Read more...]
What next for Manchester United after woeful showing against Valencia
Manchester United failed to leverage Juventus' defeat to Young Boys, as they were thrashed by Valencia in the Champions League. Juventus, who have already booked their place in the knockout stages of the competition, was surprisingly defeated by the Swiss side, giving the Red Devils a great chance to top their group. However, Mourinho's men couldn't grab their opportunity as they were far from impressive throughout the game. Having sealed his place in the knockout stages prior to Valencia's game, Mourinho gave some fringe players the chance … [Read more...]
Champions League Round of 16 draws: Why Manchester United must Avoid Porto
Champions League group stage have come to a close after six rounds of matches per group. In group H, Manchester United progressed to the knockout stage as expected, although, they were narrowly defeated by Valencia in last night's encounter. The Red Devils are anxiously waiting for the pairing to take place on Monday as they can't wait to see who their next opponent would be. After finishing as runner-up behind Juventus, the Old Trafford outfits are definitely going to have one of Barcelona, Borussia Dortmund, PSG, Real Madrid, Bayern … [Read more...]
Is this youngster set to follow Ronaldo’s footsteps?
Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo left his home country at a very young age seeking for a greener pasture. After his breakout season in Portuguese Primera League with Lisbon in 2002-03 season in which he scored three goals, many clubs vied for his signature. Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger went high and low trying to convince the youngster to join his team. The Frenchman organized some secret discussions with the player's representative in order to capture Ronaldo's signature ahead of Manchester United's Alex Ferguson. Liverpool … [Read more...]
Eric Bailly or Fernando Calero: who should replace Rob Holding
January transfer market is fast approaching and clubs are making a comprehensive list of players they hope to lure to their team during the winter transaction period. The Gunners were initially planning to get only Danny Welbeck's replacement, having lost the England's striker to a long-term injury which would keep out of action for the rest of the season. Arsenal manager Unai Emery reportedly told reporters last month that he wasn't planning to add many players to his team. He revealed that he would be in the market to search for just one … [Read more...]
Nathaniel Clyne: what next for this Forgotten hero
It's festive period, Premier League is in its busy period and managers are planning to shake things up in their teams. One thing that makes this period interesting and exciting -- apart from the natural joy that Premier League gives to its viewers -- is the fact that players, managers, and board members are preparing for the upcoming transfer market. Mid-season transaction period creates much anticipation among fans as they are always on their toes to see who their club are targeting. Having signed four players prior to the beginning this … [Read more...]
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