English Premier League (EPL) side Tottenham Hotspur have qualified for the knockout stage of the UEFA Europa League after they secured a 3-1 comeback win against Russian champions CSKA Moscow in what was their final game in UEFA Champions League (UCL) Group E. Nigerian-born England international Dele Alli was the hero as he netted a brace either side of star striker Harry Kane's close range finish to overturn CSKA Moscow midfielder Alan Dzagoev's match opener. Ahead of the match, the North London side knew qualification for the last of 16 in the UCL was out of reach as they are unable to catch the top two namely French side AS Monaco and German side Bayer Leverkusen even with a game to spare and therefore needed just a point to be assured of third place in the … [Read more...]
Pochettino Delighted To Have His Tottenham Side Back
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino has expressed his happiness about his side getting their swagger back after a blip in October and November. He said this after his side swept past Russian champions CSKA Moscow 3-1 at the Wembley Stadium to book their spot in the last 32 of UEFA Europa League (UEL) after they finished third in their UEFA Champions League (UCL) Group E. Speaking afterwards, the former Southampton and Espanyol boss said: "We struggled in the last month and a half. We had some problems, but now we have nearly all the squad fit and we recovered that feeling we lost." "It’s true it was a struggle to compete for a while. We crossed that period that was difficult for us. "The team has full confidence and trust again. It’s lucky that … [Read more...]
Ferdinand Compares Ozil-Sanchez Partnership To That Of Gerrard And Torres
Former Manchester United, Leeds United, West Ham United and Queens Park Rangers man Rio Ferdinand, who is now a football pundit, has drawn comparison between the Alexis Sanchez-Mesut Ozil partnership at Arsenal to what was obtainable during the Rafael Benitez era at Liverpool when their former skipper Steven Gerrard formed a lethal partnership with Spanish striker Fernando Torres. Ferdinand made this known on BT Sport as reported by The Mirror. He said: "Their partnership is getting better and stronger." They seem to love playing off each other and they create goals for each other – there’s no selfishness between them. "How important is that, partnerships? You [points to Gerrard] played with Torres. When we used to play against you at Liverpool, you and … [Read more...]
Defender On The Road Back To Old Trafford, Mourinho Eager To Have Him
Manchester United could be ready to recall Cameron Borthwick-Jackson from his loan with Wolverhampton Wanderers, The Manchester Evening News revealed. Wolverhampton Wanderers new manager Paul Lambert has not yet feature the young left back defender. Since Manchester United are not happy over the youngster's poor playing time, it is reported that they could recall Borthwick-Johnson. Cameron Borthwick-Jackson is currently on a season-long loan at Wolverhampton. However, new manager Paul Lambert is still contemplating whether to retain him this January or not. To further fuel the rumors and possibilities of Borthwick-Johnson's return to the Old Trafford, the report stated that Cameron Borthwick-Jackson was added to Manchester United’s Europa League squad a … [Read more...]
Eden Hazard Reveals ONE Problem About Chelsea’s Formation
Chelsea playmaker Eden Hazard reckoned opposition teams are starting to figure out his side 3-4-3 formation. Antonio Conte switched to the formation following Chelsea's 4-0 in the hands of Arsenal and has helped the Blues to series of win in the Premier League, sitting at the top of the table presently with 34 points. However, Hazard believes other teams have started to work out the system despite just conceding two goals in eight league matches. ‘Maybe for the opposition they now know where we are good [now],’ said Hazard. ‘They can be a little bit more prepared, they know what they have to do, and if we want to beat them we have to be ready for that. It’s the new challenge for us.’ Prior to Hazard's comments, Conte revealed the reason why … [Read more...]
Man Utd Keen On Signing Outstanding Championship Sensation, Mourinho Wants Him In His Starting XI
Manchester United are working harder to beat other top Premier League clubs in the attempt of signing Fulham youngster Ryan Sessegnon, a report stated. The Mirror reported that United are trying to beat elites English premier league teams like Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal for Sessegnon's signature, a talented player who can play at left-back or in a more advanced left-sided role. After making a big impact since being pushed into Fulham first team, 16 year old Ryan Sessegnon is regarded as one of the outstanding talents in English football. Reports had It that the Fulham are trying to tie Sessegnon down to a professional contract as soon as he turns 17, but they are also braced for January bids for the youngster. Ryan Sessegnon is an attacking … [Read more...]
Arsenal Boss Wenger Ready For Potentially Tough Last 16 Draw
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has braced himself for a tough last 16 draw in the UEFA Champions League (UCL) after he masterminded an impressive 4-1 away win over Swiss champions FC Basel. Spanish striker Lucas Perez, who was signed from Deportivo La Coruna in the summer, scored a hat-trick while Nigerian youngster Alex Iwobi added a fourth goal to give Arsenal a 4-0 lead before Basel's Ivorian striker Seydou Doumbia scored a consolation for the home side. The result was enough for Arsenal to finish top of Group A ahead of French champions Paris Saint Germain (PSG), who slipped up at home with a 2-2 draw against Ludogorets Razgrad of Bulgaria. When asked about the knockout stage (last 16), which has proven to be the stumbling block for Arsenal in six UCL … [Read more...]