Former Manchester United Man Reacts To Chelsea v Man United in FA Cup Quarter-final Draw Former Manchester United star player Paul Scholes has welcomed Manchester United’s quarter-final draw against Premier League leaders Chelsea in the FA Cup for a place in the last four. The Old Trafford club came from behind to ease to a 2-1 win when they faced Blackburn in the fifth round at Ewood Park on Sunday evening as the FA Cup defending champions look to retain their crown after a 2-1 extra-time win against Crystal Palace at Wembley under Louis van Gaal last term. United star player Marcus Rashford cancelled out Danny Graham’s opener in the 28th minute following a superb assist from Armenian star Henrikh Mkhitaryan. Swede legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic came off the … [Read more...]
How Mourinho knew Zlatan would be “HUGE” for Manchester United…
Jose Mourinho says Zlatan Ibrahimovic was going to make a huge contribution at Manchester United. Manchester United manger Jose Mourinho never for once doubted the ability of HUGE Zlatan Ibrahimovic claiming the star striker will be “massive” for Man United this season. The Swede continues is goal scoring streak after coming off the bench to secure a 2-1 victory over Blackburn Rovers at the FA Cup. Currently, Zlatan Ibrahimovic has scored five goals in his last four debut in all competition making it a total of 24 for the season. The 35-year-old who arrived Old Trafford last summer was heavily criticized by his age, but Mourinho insisted he knows the player can deliver. "I don't know the number of goals [Ibrahimovic has scored], I don't know," he told … [Read more...]
Terry’s 22-year could be over in summer? as Conte eager to send him with a double.
John terry made his eight start under Conte on Saturday, securing a 2-0 victory over Wolves at Molineux. The Chelsea manager was asked the likelihood of Chelsea’s captain lifting the FA Cup this season, Conte said: "I'd sign now for this. "The most important thing is now, the present, to work and build a good future. Then, yes, for sure we will see the situation of every single player and we try to make the best decision for every single player. "I'm pleased to give him the opportunity to play but not because there is a sentiment. "I think John Terry deserved to play this game and he played very well. I'm very happy for him. For me, he's a very important player, my captain and he's important on and off the pitch. "He's helping me a lot and I'm very … [Read more...]
Jose Mourinho showered praises on star striker, Man United legend unimpressed with Pogba’s brothers
The Europa League brought about the reunion between the Pogba brothers, facing off in opposing sides for the first time. They were certainly pleased to see one another, but it didn’t go down well with a few people in the footballing world. Popular amongst them is Manchester United Legend, Roy Keane who expressed his displeasure over this show of affection between the Pogba Brothers. The two brothers were reunited in the Europa League when Manchester united hosted Saint Etienne, with Roy Keane insisting the show of brotherly love between the brothers is a damning indictment on the “modern player”. When asked if he was bothered on the show of affection between the Pogba brothers, he said ‘the boy Pogba, he’s a bit of a free spirit, a bit of a character. But I … [Read more...]
Jose Mourinho gives his opinion on Chelsea vs Manchester United FA Cup clash
Manchester United coach Jose Mourinho has stated he is not concerned with playing against Chelsea in the FA Cup quarter finals. After a successful win against Blackburn at E-wood Park on Sunday with Rashford and Ibrahimovic goals, United will now face Chelsea in the next round. Man United will face St Etienne this coming Wednesday before the EFL Cup final against Southampton the following Sunday. The special one as fondly called as hinted that Liverpool and Chelsea have the advantage to win the Premier League title race “due to lack of EU football” giving Antonio Conte an edge to win the Premier League. He said -"Probably Chelsea can only think about that [the FA Cup] because I think they are champions and they have nothing else to fight for," Sky Sports … [Read more...]
Antonio Conte: too early to talk of Chelsea winning the double
After Chelsea knocked out Wolverhampton Wanderers to move to the Quarterfinals of the Emirates F.A cup, Antonio Conte has insisted that it is still too early to talk of a league and cup double despite his Chelsea team being eight points clear at the top. Chelsea secured a 2-0 win at the Moilinuex stadium courtesy of goals from Pedro and Diego Costa in a hard-fought contest. “It was the hardest game we have played in this competition so far for sure” said Conte. ‘In the league we are doing a great job in staying on top of the table and now we are in the F.A cup quarter final and I am pleased for this’ he stated after the game. It is important to understand the nothing is easy. It will be very difficult to win both competition but we want to try to win some … [Read more...]
We are on the way – Klopp confirms ongoing talks for summer transfer targets
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has confirmed ongoing talks for summer transfer targets to add to his current pool of talents at Liverpool. He confirmed that Liverpool are currently in talks with potential additions to his squad and conceded that Champions League qualification will have an influence on any business they conduct The Liverpool squad is currently in La Mange for a Mid-season training camp in a bid to overturn their woes following a string of defeats and elimination from the F.A. cup. The Anfield based team however brought their win-less streak to a halt in win over Tottenham Hotspurs in their last fixture and must continue to garner points if they are to qualify for next season’s Champions League. Several Key players have committed their … [Read more...]