After an outstanding performance that saw the Blues victorious over Manchester City in the weekend, Chelsea will be expected to put in same performance when they take on West Brom this coming Sunday. The Stamford Bridge outfit have won their last eight matches in a row, while conceding just two goals. Their fine run of form have seen them at the top of the Premier League table with 34 points after 14 games. Tony Pulis team are also on a good form. They defeated Watford by 3-1 over the weekend and are sitting on the 7th position in the EPL … [Read more...]
Chelsea Want To Snatch £25m Man Utd Target To Complete Their 3-4-3 Formation
Chelsea FC manager Antonio Conte thinks defender Virgil van Dijk will become a perfect replacement for legend John Terry at Stamford Bridge, reports stated. Since joining Southampton FC from Celtic last year, Virgil Van Dijk has played 53 matches for the club and the 25-year-old has earned rave reviews for his performances in the Premier League. According to The Times, the outstanding performances of the 25-year old defender at the back seems to have gotten the attention of Chelsea boss Antonio Conte. It was suggested that Conte might try … [Read more...]
Real Madrid Surprisingly Linked With Arsenal Star
UEFA Champions League (UCL) holders Real Madrid have reportedly been linked with the vice-captain of Arsenal, Laurent Koscielny, as a possible reinforcement at the Santiago Bernebeu. Koscielny, widely regarded as one of the best centre backs in the English Premier League (EPL), has been a top performer for his club and developed into a key player with the Emirates Stadium side since he made a move from France. According to reports from Spain, the 11-time European champions are willing to offer a mammoth fee of around £37.8m however whether … [Read more...]
Fact: Manchester United To Agree Surprising January Deal
According to a new report, West Ham United are considering a January loan move for Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini Fellaini, though is part of Jose Mourinho's plans, the Belgium international has been on the outer edge of the first team in recent weeks. Manchester United fans have not forgotten quickly that the 29-year-old was responsible for giving away the crucial penalty in Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Everton after coming on the pitch as a late substitute for Mourinho's side. After West Ham's disgracefully lost at home to Arsenal … [Read more...]
Fact: Wenger Is Not Dreading ‘Potential’ UCL Draw With Holders Real
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is not afraid of getting a last 16 UEFA Champions League (UCL) clash with defending champions Real Madrid when the draws are made on Monday. The 67-year old made this known during his pre-match press conference ahead of Arsenal's English Premier League (EPL) clash with Stoke City on Saturday evening. When asked about a potentially difficult draw in the UCL. In his words, he said: "You look at the teams we can get, some look more prestigious, more difficult, and you would like me to say ‘I don’t want this team or that … [Read more...]
Your Chance Will Come, Liverpool Defender Sweet Words To Failing Striker
Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren has disclosed that he told his club teammate and striker Divock Origi to continue working hard and that he will get his chance to feature for Jurgen Klopp's side regularly having been on the fringes of the team since the start of the season. The Belgian star, who was signed from French side Lille Metropole, is presently reaping the rewards at the moment after netting three goals in three starts for Liverpool in their last three games. Lovren made this revelation while speaking to the club's official website. He … [Read more...]
Finally! Defensive Midfielder Respond To Manchester United Transfer Rumour!
With Jose Mourinho keen on improving his defense strength come January, the red devils are keeping tab on outstanding players around the globe. One of the defenders who have been linked for a move is Southampton centre-half Jose Fonte. 32-year old Fonte earlier this week fueled the speculation when he announced Southampton's decision to not offer him a new contract. However, talented Southampton midfielder Steven Davis said he is not worried about United's pursuit of Jose Fonte. Davis said his club are used to losing high-profile players in … [Read more...]
Tottenham Sweep Aside CSKA Moscow To Seal UEL Spot
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 … [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 … [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 … [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 … [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 … [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 … [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 … [Read more...]
Chelsea In Three-Way Battle For Burnley Defender
English Premier League (EPL) leaders Chelsea are reportedly interesting in Burnley's highly rated defender Michael Keane with the January transfer window some few weeks away but will have to see off the interests of fellow EPL sides Leicester City and Everton according to news outlet The Mirror in what is a three-way battle for the 23-year old English centre-back. Keane, who is a former Academy graduate at 20-time English champions Manchester United, is reaping rewards for series of impressive performances in the colours of Burnley's claret and … [Read more...]
UCL Matchday 6 Fallout: Arsenal Stars Knew About PSG Scores At HT, Starman Reveals
Arsenal defender Rob Holding has disclosed that the players knew about group rivals Paris Saint Germain (PSG)'s surprising halftime result at home to Bulgarian champions Ludogorets Razgrad. Holding made his UEFA Champions League (UCL) debut and helped his side to a 4-1 win over hosts FC Basel in what was their final group game as far as Group A is concerned. Summer signing Lucas Perez was the star of the show as he netted a hat-trick on his first UCL start for Arsenal while Nigerian international Alex Iwobi added a fourth strike for his debut UCL … [Read more...]
Report: Chelsea To Sanction Move For £35m Rated Star – Conte Wants Him In His Starting XI
With January transfer looming ahead, Chelsea are said to have highlighted top quality defenders as target. The Blues are in hunt of top quality defender that could serve as back up to struggling Gary Cahill. According to report from the Mirror, Chelsea will have to mass out a huge sum of about £35m if they are lure their defensive target Ben Gibson away from Middlesbrough, although the club have no intention of selling him in the winter transfer. Chelsea have been on a fine run of form of late, having won eight league games on a row conceding … [Read more...]
Eden Hazard Reveals His Season Target With Diego Costa
Chelsea star Eden Hazard has revealed his agreement to share out the individual awards with teammate, Diego Costa. The duo of Hazard and Costa are currently in impressive form for the Blues who sit three points clear off Arsenal. The Belgian attacker has now lifted the lid on the relationship between himself and Diego Costa, he said: ‘I’ve now got (eight) goals this season. Not bad, eh? But records have never been important for me – I just hope we win the title at the end of the season, ‘I have almost as many goals as Diego Costa. … [Read more...]
Marouane Fellaini Slams Chelsea’s David Luiz For Bad Tackle
Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini has ripped into David Luiz for his tackle on him when they clashed at Stamford Bridge earlier this season. Luiz was at the receiving end of a horror tackle from Sergio Aguero which sparked a brawl during the match between Manchester City and Chelsea last Saturday. The FA has now banned Aguero for four matches after receiving a red card for the tackle on the Brazilian defender. Fellaini is also been criticized for his clumsy tackle that gave away a penalty in the late minutes of … [Read more...]
Madrid Transfer Unlikely For Arsenal Star Due To Barcelona Links
Former Real Madrid president Ramon Calderón has revealed that it is highly unlikely that Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez, who has been heavily linked with the 11-time European champions, will make a move to the Santiago Bernebeu due to his ties with Spanish champions Barcelona having spent three years between 2011 and 2014 before sealing a transfer to Arsenal in a deal worth around £35m during the summer of 2014. The former president was speaking to reporters as he added that he has already asked at Real Madrid about an interest in Sanchez and the … [Read more...]
Photo-Chelsea Starman Scoops Another Premier League Award
Chelsea star Victor Moses has been named the Premier League's African Player of the Month for November. Moses who has been a fan favourite at the Stamford Bridge due to his impressive performances under Antonio Conte and it appears the Nigerian international is benefiting from the Blues 3-4-3 formation. The 25-year-old had earlier picked up the PFA player for the month of November award and yet again won the African Premier League player for November ahead of Tottenham Hotspurs midfielder Victor Wanyama and Sunderland striker Victor … [Read more...]
Breaking! Man Utd Staff In Urgent Travel Ahead Of January Transfer Window
Recently, Manchester United have been paying lots of attention to Portugal. The Portuguese team receiving a large chunk of the attention is Benfica, who have been watched many times this season, and have been doing just fine. It is interesting to know that the local outlets there are approaching and reporting things differently. Newspaper Diário de Notícias reported just yesterday that Manchester United officials would be making a trip to Lisbon so they could scout Nélson Semedo. Truly, Manchester United officials were present in Portugal. But … [Read more...]
Arsenal Can Beat Anybody On Their Day, Former Gunner Reveals Ahead Of UCL Round Of 16 Draw
Former Arsenal player Charlie Nicholas has stated that the Gunners can beat any team on their day after they secured top spot in Group A of the UEFA Champions League (UCL) with a 4-1 away win over Swiss champions FC Basel and all attentions have immediately switched to who they get in the Round of 16, which has proved to be the last bus stop in the competition for Arsene Wenger's side. Speaking on his former side whom he spent five years with from 1983-1988 on popular news channel Sky Sports, Charlie Nicholas said the North London side don't have … [Read more...]
Blues Legend Reveals Why Conte Must Buy Dutch Ace
Chelsea legend Ray Wilkins believes Antonio Conte must move for Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk to continue to mount a serious title challenge in the Premier League. Van Dijk has been continuously linked with a move away from the Saints with host of top clubs in the race to sign the Dutchman but Wilkins has tipped him to join the Blues. He told talksport: “Van Dijk has had a fantastic time since he has come down Celtic, almost looked a little bit of a snip for what Southampton got him for, “He has improved and he looks a very … [Read more...]
German Legend Warns Suitors Against Signing Arsenal Target
Long time Arsenal target Julian Draxler has been severally linked with the North London side in countless numbers of transfer windows as well as other European heavyweight sides like Juventus, Bayern Munich, Chelsea and Manchester United before he even sealed a big money move to his present club VFL Wolfsburg in the summer of 2015 from former side Schalke 04 however he has come under severe scrutiny this week after he was booed by his own fans over the weekend. Sharing his thoughts on Draxler's situation, Germany legend and World Cup winner, … [Read more...]
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