Colombia reached the semifinals of the Copa America Centenario by beating Peru on penalties in New Jersey. The two teams played out a low-key goalless draw at MetLife Stadium, Colombia with the better chances until stoppage time, when Peru defender Christian Ramos threatened a dramatic winner. Colombia's goalkeeper David Ospina, who plays for Arsenal in the Premier League, then saved from Miguel Trauco before Christian Cueva's miss handed Colombia a 4-2 win in the shootout. Carlos Bacca's early run and shot drew a sharp save from Peru keeper Pedro Gallese while at the other end, Paulo Guerrero's cross was headed over by Edison Flores. The best chance yet came when Colombia captain James Rodriguez curled a shot with his weaker right foot from 20 yards … [Read more...]
klopp turns 49 and the cake is amazing
Jurgen Klopp celebrated is 49th birthday in style aftre Liverpool presented him with a unique life-sized caricature at his office at Melwood. The reds tasked local baker Craig Cullen with creating Klopp's stunning cake, which took four days of hard graft to create. Moulded to the near-precise size of Klopp’s head, it took Cullen four days of solid work to complete as he added in all the intricate details. It was completed by the spray painting of food colouring around the outside of the cake. The whole of the masterpiece, made from a base of Rice Krispies, melted marshmellows, chocolate sponge and buttercream, is edible apart from the trademark glasses. Cullen told Liverpool’s official website: “I made the cake because I am surrounded by … [Read more...]
Manchester United lead the chase to sign Bordeaux’s Adam Ounas
Manchester United are leading the race to sign Adam Ounas from Bordeaux despite other clubs vying for the signature of the youngster. The 19-year old is in hot demand after a brilliant season for his club in Ligue 1, with United leading the pack having tabled a fee of about £8 million according to French media Stoke City, Southampton, Napoli as well as newly promoted Bundesliga side Red Bull Leipzig are all really interested in bringing the France Under-20 international to their respective clubs. The French club have endured recent struggles as of late and could only finish 11th last season but despite this Ounas was still able to score five goals and notch two assists in 24 appearances for the club in their last campaign. Despite the player’s fine … [Read more...]
Mario Balotelli linked with a move to Turkey
Liverpool misfiring striker Mario Balotelli could be sold to Besiktas if his agent can strike a deal with the Turkish club. The Italy international spent last season on loan at AC Milan and his representative Mino Raiola was told as early as February to find him a new home this summer. Having looked at options in China it now seems Turkey is the preferred destination for a striker who scored just four goals in 28 appearances. "I offered Mario to Besiktas and I'm waiting for their answer," Raiola told the Turkish media outlet FotoMac. "But I'm quite sure the transfer will happen as the president already assured me in the past that he would do everything he can to sign him." Turkey is the likely destination for center-back Martin Skrtel as Press … [Read more...]
Arsenal interested in Fulham’s Moussa Dembele
Arsenal have joined the race for Fulham striker Moussa Dembele, sources close to the player have revealed. Dembele, 19, is out of contract at Fulham at the end of the month and looks set to leave after turning down a new deal at Craven Cottage. The France under-20 international has emerged as a target for a number of Europe's top clubs after scoring 16 goals for Fulham last season. Dembele almost joined Tottenham Hotspur during the January transfer window, but the move fell through at the last minute. Chelsea have expressed an interest in Dembele after inviting the player to watch their clash with Manchester City in April as a guest of the club. Liverpool, Juventus, Galatasaray and Fenerbahce have also been monitoring Dembele's situation and are … [Read more...]
Rashford breaks Rooney record
From Manchester United’s youth team to an appearance at Euro 2016, Marcus Rashford has capped a remarkable five months by becoming the youngest ever English player to play a European Championship game. The 18-year-old broke the record held by Wayne Rooney, from Euro 2004, by four days after replacing Adam Lallana in the last-gasp 2-1 win over Wales . Since making his Manchester United debut in February, Rashford has enjoyed a meteoric rise and enjoyed a dream international debut against Australia last month – scoring after just two minutes and 15 seconds. That goal saw him break another record as he became the youngest English player to score on his international debut. “I am really pleased for him,” said England captain Rooney. “I saw today that it … [Read more...]
Vincent Kompany defends teammate Joe Hart
Vincent Kompany has defended Manchester City teammate Joe Hart after the England goalkeeper was at fault for Wales' goal on Thursday. Hart failed to keep out a 35-yard free kick from Gareth Bale, but was rescued by goals from Jamie Vardy and Daniel Sturridge as England came back to win the Group B clash 2-1. And Kompany, working as an analyst for ESPN in France, believes that the goalkeeper is hugely important for Roy Hodgson's men on and off the pitch. "Never mind the mistake, [it's good to] get it out of the door early," he told said "It has not cost his team; he handled the rest of the game perfectly and everything before that. "England are very lucky to have a goalkeeper like Joe Hart and, mark my words, there will be a save that he will make at … [Read more...]
Fans boo misfiring Giroud
When France coach Didier Deschamps called time on Olivier Giroud’s disappointing performance against Albania, the frustrated Stade Velodrome booed him off the field while, in stark contrast, the former Marseille player Andre-Pierre Gignac replaced him to a chorus of cheers. It was not the first time that the Arsenal striker had been jeered by the French public, having also been booed in a Euro 2016 warm-up match against Cameroon, yet he has more pressing concerns than the negative public perception of his play. If Giroud keeps up his poor level of performance in the one area where he excels – heading crosses – then his place in the team will be under threat. As Deschamps demonstrated on Wednesday night by relegating Paul Pogba and Antoine Griezmann to … [Read more...]
Sturridge scores to give England late win over Wales
Daniel Sturridge said his game-winning, stoppage-time goal was "unbelievable" after England rallied to defeat Wales 2-1 at Euro 2016 on Thursday. The Liverpool striker, introduced at half-time, burst into the penalty area in stoppage time to thread the ball through a crowd of players and inside the near post to seal a 2-1 Group B victory. Fellow substitute Jamie Vardy had equalised early in the second half after Gareth Bale's free kick had deceived England goalkeeper Joe Hart to put Wales ahead at half-time. Sturridge's goal was his first for England since the World Cup, a span of two years and two days, and he told the BBC: "It's a great feeling, unbelievable. I'm grateful for the opportunity from the gaffer. "It's a beautiful feeling to represent … [Read more...]
Homesick Pedro admits missing Barcelona
Pedro Wants to return to Barcelona after holding preliminary talks with his former club After just a season at Stamford Bridge the 28-year-old has admitted that he would like a return to Catalonia and he has been talking to the Barca president Josep Maria Bartomeu about a return to his hometown club. “Hopefully (I can return to Barcelona) but I know it’s hard,” Pedro told beIN Sports. “I have already spoken about it with the president when we [Barcelona] were in the [Cup] final (when Barcelona beat Sevilla 2-0 last month) and spoke to all the people who want me there. “It’s complicated, but I’ve always said that I would like to retire at Barcelona. However, I know it’s difficult because the years go by and the club has the best players in the world, … [Read more...]
Schweinsteiger will start from the bench- Joachim Low
Germany will continue to use Bastian Schweinsteiger in his role as a substitute in their second group match against Poland on Thursday, according to head coach Joachim Low. Schweinsteiger, 31, made an impressive return from injury on Sunday, when it took the Manchester United midfielder only minutes to score in his first competitive match since a 21-minute appearance in the Red Devil's 1-0 derby defeat of Manchester City on March 20. The Germany captain came off the bench in the 90th minute against Ukraine on Sunday and scored two minutes into extra-time, striking from a Mesut Ozil cross after storming into the box with a 40-metre sprint. But despite his impressive return, Schweinsteiger is set to start on the bench when Germany take on Poland in Paris … [Read more...]
Martin Skrtel set for Fernabache move
Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel is set for a £5.5m move to Turkish side Fernabache The 31-year-old centre-back is ready to hold personal talks with Liverpool set to accept the offer from the Turkish giant to bring an end to Skrtel’s eight years at Anfield. The £6.5million recruit from Zenit in 2008 has had a pretty successful career on Merseyside although his performances have slipped in recent seasons and he has fallen down the pecking order under Jurgen Klopp. The German coach has also signed Joel Matip from Schalke and Skrtel is now understood to be surplus to requirements with Dejan Lovren and Mamadou Sako are expected to partner the new boy in the Reds’ back four next term. Skrtel himself accepts that he must take on a new challenge after making … [Read more...]
Spalletti insists Radja Nianggolan will stay at Roma
Luciano Spalletti insists midfielder Radja Nainggolan has told him he will stay at Roma despite being linked with a move away. Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan has promised to stay with the Serie A giants, according to coach Luciano Spalletti. The 28-year-old midfielder is reportedly a transfer target for Chelsea, but may yet be offered a new and improved deal by Roma. Spalletti has already seen Miralem Pjanic leave the club for league champions Juventus, and he is keen to keep the Belgium international. He said Nainggolan had told him he would remain at the Stadio Olimpico. "I think he stays with us. He is a man of his word and promised," Spalletti said "He seemed enthusiastic about continuing to give us his contribution next season." Roma … [Read more...]
Yaya Toure set to reject Inter Milan
Inter could miss out on Yaya Toure for a second consecutive summer, with the midfielder expected to remain with Premier League side Manchester City. The 33-year-old had been earmarked as the player to kick-start coach Roberto Mancini’s second stint with the Nerazzurri last summer, but a deal could not be found to take him to Milan. With Pep Guardiola arriving to coach the Citizens for the upcoming campaign the signs were positive that Inter might get there man this year, but the Express are reporting that he will now remain in England. Although the Ivorian had a much publicised falling out with Guardiola when together at Barcelona, it seems the Spaniard is happy to retain Toure given that new signing Ilkay Gundogan will not be fit when the season … [Read more...]
Liverpool and Chelsea interested in Moussa Sissoko
Chelsea and Liverpool are keeping a close eye on want-away Newcastle midfielder Moussa Sissoko despite recent interest from Arsenal. There were reports that the Frenchman was a possible target for Arsenal and speaking to FootMercato, the Magpies midfielder expressed his desire to play for the North London club . However according to French publication L’Equipe, Chelsea and Liverpool have now entered the race to sign the French international. Jurgen Klopp and Antonio Conte are both said to be keeping an eye on the 26-year-old’s situation at Newcastle especially after the player confirmed his desire to play “for the greatest European clubs”. The reports also claim that the trio of Premier League clubs may face stiff competition from Germany for the … [Read more...]
Liverpool denies rumours of reported takeover
Liverpool have reportedly denied they have received an approach from a Chinese investment group to buy the club. Reports emerged last night indicating SinoFortune, are exploring the idea of a takeover. But according to the Liverpool Echo, owners FSG haven’t held talks with the aforementioned group about selling the club for £700million. It is thought the owners have no appetite to sell the club. The £700m figure is thought to be based on the revenues the Reds will receive from the redevelopment of the Main Stand plus the money that will be generated from the new Premier League deal. Meanwhile Simon Mignolet thinks Loris Karius’ arrival will help make him a better goalkeeper. Jurgen Klopp sealed a £4.7m deal for Karius last month to provide more … [Read more...]
Chelsea to play West Ham in the opening fixture of the league
Chelsea will renew their London rivalry with West Ham on the opening day of the season after being pitted against the Hammers at Stamford Bridge to kick-off Antonio Conte's reign as manager. The Blues then hit the road to take on Watford at Vicarage Road, with a testing run of fixtures firmly on the horizon through September and October that could give a big indication of how their season will unfold. Chelsea will face Liverpool, Leicester City and Manchester United at home along with Arsenal away in the space of five matches, with a trip to Hul sandwiched in the middle of the run of tricky ties. Here are some of the highlights from Chelsea’s fixture list to look out for: First game Chelsea will face West Ham at Stamford Bridge on the 13 August … [Read more...]
Chelsea target Bonnuci as Juventus places a high price tag on the Italian
I taly defender Leonardo Bonucci is said to a prime target for incoming Chelsea coach Antonio Conte, but Juventus will be sure not to let their man go easily. Against Belgium, the 29-year-old put in a brave and tactically skilled performance, helping the Azzurri secure an efficient 2-0 win over the talented Red Devils on Monday evening. Following this impressive display, alarm bells are now ringing for the Old Lady, with Conte said to be interested in using his contacts at his old club to bring the defender to Stamford Bridge. Nonetheless, it will take a huge some of money to potentially prise Bonucci away from Juventus, and the Italian defender could command a fee in the region of €60 million. However, Tuttosport have claimed that even this lucrative … [Read more...]
Dortmund bent on keeping Henrikh Mkhitaryan
Henrikh Mkhitaryan will not be allowed to leave Borussia Dortmund until the end of his existing contract amid interest from Manchester United and Arsenal, the club's CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke has confirmed. Sources say Arsenal have made Mkhitaryan their number one target, but the Armenia international -- who is under contract until 2017 -- will not be allowed a transfer, despite there also being a reported €24 million offer from Manchester United. Mkhitaryan, 27, has turned down Dortmund's contract offer and has his heart set on a move to the Premier League, but the Bundesliga have decided not to sell the midfielder and will force him to see out his contract, Watzke said. "We've been negotiating a new deal with Henrikh Mkhitaryan for four months," he … [Read more...]
Arsenal and Liverpool bid for Sporting Lisbon’s striker Islam Slimani
Liverpool and Arsenal are the latest clubs to see bids for Sporting Lisbon striker Islam Slimani rejected, according to reports in Portugal. Sporting are understood to have rejected a €20million offer from Leicester City for Slimani earlier this week with SAPO Desporto also reporting Everton and Tottenham Hotspur are also interested. The 27-year-old striker scored 31 goals in 46 games last season as Sporting finished second behind Primeira Liga champions Benfica and he has caught the attention of numerous clubs across Europe. And Portuguese news outlet Noticias ao Minuto has now reported that Liverpool and Arsenal have seen €25million bids turned down by Sporting, who are expected to play hardball over the player’s future. Slimani is believed to have … [Read more...]
Chelsea and Bayern Munich in hot pursuit of Kalidou Koulibaly
After recently securing the signing of Borussia Dortmund’s Mats Hummels, Carlo Ancelotti now wants to add Kalidou Koulibaly to solidify his defence even further After an excellent second season at Napoli. Senegalese international Kalidou Koulibaly is now attracting interest from reigning German champions Bayern Munich , There has already been heavy speculation surrounding the future of the 24-year-old, and it now seems that Carlo Ancelotti’s side have joined the long list of teams who are keen on obtaining the in-demand defender. Interest has only increased after comments made by the player himself , in which he disclosed that Napoli had not offered him a new contract and that he now saw himself as being up for sale. German newspapers have reported … [Read more...]
Schweinsteiger relaxed about his Future- Joachim Low
Manchester United midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger will speak to manager Jose Mourinho about his future after Euro 2016 but the player is "very relaxed," according to Germany head coach Joachim Low. Schweinsteiger had not played in nearly three months due to injury woes, until coming off the bench for Germany in the 89th minute against Ukraine on Sunday. The 31-year-old promptly scored, giving Low's men a 2-0 victory in their opening game of the European Championship, but his future at United has been the subject of debate, with Mourinho ready to re-mould the squad. Schweinsteiger's last game for United had been on Mar 20, when he came on for the final 20 minutes in the 1-0 win at Manchester City, but he had not started since playing in the 1-0 win over … [Read more...]
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