Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale has been branded a failure by French football legend Marcel Desailly following his poor form for the club in recent games. Marcel Desailly was part of the France squad that won the 1998 FIFA World Cup tournament on home soil by beating the then world champions Brazil 3-0 in their final clash. He talked about Gareth Bale and Real Madrid while he was on BeIN Sport. According to him, Real Madrid expected Gareth Bale to step up for the club in the wake of the exit of former talisman but the Welshman has been a failure in that regard. Real Madrid have sorely missed Cristiano Ronaldo who joined Italian Serie A champions Juventus in a club-record deal worth €100m. Why Sanchez has finally lost his place at United Gareth … [Read more...]
I Never Lost The Chelsea Dressing Room
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri has debunked widespread reportedly that he lost the Blues dressing room during the recent slump in form recorded by the club especially in the Premier League. Sarri dismissed those rumours during his pre-match thoughts ahead of the Blues’ first leg Europa League last 16 ties with Dynamo Kyiv. Ahead of the first leg last 16 games with the Ukrainians, the Italian tactician told reporters that he has always had the control of the dressing room. His influence on the team was questioned earlier this year after the Blues started 2019 with three successive defeats away from home in the Premier League without scoring a goal. United get bad news ahead of PSG clash The Blues scored zero goal and conceded 12 goals in those … [Read more...]
Chelsea Target In Reconciliation Talks With Inter Milan
Inter Milan striker Mauro Icardi has held reconciliation talks with the club with both parties keen to put an end to their feud. Argentine international Icardi and his agent (his wife) met with Inter CEO (Chief Executive Officer) Beppe Marotta on Wednesday to discuss his route back into the first team. Mauro Icardi has missed the last five games at Inter Milan in the wake of the decision to drop him as the Nerazzurri captain. The ex-Barcelona and Sampdoria player was taken off Inter Milan captaincy duties in February and was subsequently replaced by the club’s first-choice goalkeeper Samir Handanovic. John Terry Faring Better Than Expected After Retirement Inter Milan confirmed the reconciliation talks between the player and club officials via their … [Read more...]
How Chelsea Recovered From Poor Form Revealed
Chelsea forward Pedro Rodriguez has narrated how the Blues recovered from their recent slump in form. The Spaniard talked about Chelsea and how they have been able to recover from their poor form in an interview with Sky Sports. According to him, Chelsea players decided that enough is enough before adding that they had a meeting to address the slump. Chelsea started the year with three successive defeats away from home in the Premier League including the 6-0 thrashing handed out to Blues' manager Maurizio Sarri and his players by league leaders Manchester City. £57m Signing Backs Chelsea To Return To Form Before the heavy Manchester City defeat, Chelsea lost 2-0 at Arsenal courtesy goals from Alexandre Lacazette and Laurent Koscielny. They were … [Read more...]
Solskjaer hints on Champions League target
Man United interim boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has hinted the target of the club in this season’s Champions League after their dramatic Champions League win against French Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint Germain. The Red Devils suffered a 2-0 defeat, their first and only defeat under manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer since he took charge of the club in December last year but they made history by defeating the Ligue 1 side in Paris by 3-1 to qualify for the Champions League. A brace from Romelu Lukaku and a late penalty from Marcus Rashford ensured that the Red Devils upturn the first leg win by PSG to secure qualification. Chelsea To Play Dynamo Kiev In Europa League Last 16 Tie This makes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hint that his side can go all the way in the Champions … [Read more...]
The player to give Arsenal big worry in Rennes clash revealed
France international and Rennes winger Ben Arfa has been identified as the player who will hand major worries to the North London outfit Arsenal in their Europa League clash against the Ligue 1 outfit. Ben Arfa is known to have worked under the Gunners boss Unai Emery and they are set to have a reunion with suggestions that the player will want to prove a point to his former boss. Rennes coach Julien Stephan has tipped Ben Arfa to deliver impressive performance in the game, stressing that he has got a lot of experience and big quality to handle the game against Arsenal, not minding his past relationship with the Arsenal boss. Why Arsenal fans are unhappy with Europa League draw However, Unai Emery has admitted that Ben Arfa is a great player with a big … [Read more...]
Arsenal issued strong United warning after PSG thriller
North London outfit Arsenal have been given a clear statement of what should be expected ahead of their weekend clash against Man United in the English Premier League. The two teams are set to clash at the weekend with the outcome of the game expected to reflect in the standing of the league table as United currently sit in fourth position, knowing that the struggle of both teams is to qualify for next year’s Champions League. The Red Devils, however, gave warning to the Gunners by going to Paris to secure a quarterfinals qualification with a 3-1 thrashing of PSG in front of their fans. United were early defeated 2-0 at the Old Trafford but the advantage did not matter as they slammed the Ligue 1 giants. Arsenal target finally makes his choice With … [Read more...]
Lionel Messi makes case for Arsenal star
Emerging reports from Spain reveals that Barcelona star Lionel Messi has urged the Spanish La Liga outfit to secure the signature of Arsenal defender Nacho Monreal in the coming summer window. Nacho Monreal has longed been linked with a move away from the North London outfit with expectations that he would leave after the first half of the league in the January winter transfer window but that did not happen eventually. The left full-back has been linked with a move to the Camp Nuo over the past weeks as a cover for Jordi Alba who recently is believed not to have a viable replacement at the club. Why Man United will regret snubbing Ole Gunnar Solskjaer It is reported that the Argentina international prefers the North London outfit player as he is known … [Read more...]
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hints at Molde return
Manchester United interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskajer has hinted that he would not be returning to his former Norwegian club Molde at the end of the season. The former Red Devils forward was asked to join the club last year December to rescue from the season collapse after Portuguese boss Jose Mourinho was sacked at the club for failing to deliver good results. Since joining the club in December, Ole Gunnar Solskajer has been able to transform the team to a winning side as they have only suffered a defeat against Paris Saint Germain in the Champions League with another draw but winning most of the games across all competitions. Former Gunners striker pleads with “Smart” over one decision This is the reason why Ole Gunnar Solskajer has been tipped to … [Read more...]
How United potential deal would cost Man City £14m loss
Manchester United are reportedly interested in the signature of German Bundesliga outfit Borussia Dortmund young star Jadon Sancho with a fee of about £100 million. The Red Devils and the French Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint Germain are all in the race for the star winger who has come up to the scene to become one of the best players in the Bundesliga with about 9 goals in 11 games. Should the Red Devils succeed in the signature of Jadon Sancho, it is claimed that Man City will lose a whopping £14 million as a result of a clause in his transfer from the Citizens to the German side in 2017. Arsenal join United, Napoli for signature of Danish forward The Citizens had included a clause o a 15% sell-on clause for anything above the £8 million Dortmund bought … [Read more...]
Another Arsenal offer rejected by Lille
French Ligue 1 outfit Lille are reported to have rejected a £50 million offer for Nicolas Pepe from the North London outfit Arsenal ahead of the summer transfer window. The North London outfit are known to be desperate about the Ivory Coast striker having made efforts in the last summer transfer window where they were unsuccessful. There is no doubt that Nicolas Pepe is one of the hottest players in Europe at the moment as he has become a force in the French Ligue 1 outfit. The report claims that the Gunners are not alone in the race for the player as a £50 million bid was also rejected from Man City who are also keen on his signature. Why Lacazette might not feature in Europa League games again this season The club has made it clear that they … [Read more...]
Schalke 04 Eyeing £10m Move For Liverpool Striker
German Bundesliga club Schalke 04 are reportedly plotting a summer move for Liverpool striker Taiwo Awoniyi who’s presently away from the club on loan. Nigerian striker Awoniyi is on loan at Belgian Jupiler Pro-league side Mouscron having joined them during the winter transfer window. According to the publication from popular media outlet Goal, Champions League campaigners, Schalke 04 are one of several clubs interested in a move for Taiwo Awoniyi ahead of the resumption of the transfer window this summer. Taiwo Awoniyi has been in very good form for Mouscron since he joined the Belgians for his second loan spell at the club. Chelsea To Play Dynamo Kiev In Europa League Last 16 Tie He has scored six goals in seven games since his loan transfer in … [Read more...]
Chelsea Loanee Clueless Over AC Milan Future
AC Milan midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko has revealed that his long-term future at the Italian club is not certain despite recent reports which claimed that the Italians are willing to turn his loan deal into a permanent one. Frenchman Tiemoue Bakayoko is on a season-long loan at Italian Serie A giants AC Milan from Chelsea having joined them at the start of this campaign. The player told France Football that his future is a blur to him at the moment before revealing that his immediate target is to make sure that Champions League football returns to the San Siro. Bakayoko wants to help AC Milan return to Europe’s premier club competition after a five-year absence. Two Loan Deals Agreed For Chelsea Striker AC Milan can make his loan deal permanent for … [Read more...]
Tottenham Encouraged To Make Sensational Move For Chelsea Target
North London giants Tottenham Hotspur have been told to make a move for former player Gareth Bale who’s having a torrid time in Spain. Real Madrid forward Bale has been linked with a return to the Premier League in the wake of his struggles with the European champions. Manchester United, former club Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea have all been mentioned as a possible transfer destination for the Welsh international star. Earlier reports claim that Chelsea could sign Gareth Bale as a replacement for wantaway Blues talisman Eden Hazard who’s interested in a dream transfer to Spanish La Liga giants Real Madrid. Former Tottenham Hotspur striker Clive Allen called on the North London club to make a bid for a sensational return to the club for Gareth Bale. … [Read more...]
Real Madrid Experience Made Me A Better Manager – Ex-Chelsea Boss
Former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has confessed that his experience in the manager’s job at Real Madrid made him a better person and a better manager. The Portuguese tactician told media outlet Deportes Cuatro about his time at Real Madrid as continued to be linked to his former job. Real Madrid have been dumped out of three competitions in the space of six days and that has increased the spotlight on Los Merengues manager Santiago Solari with reports claiming that the former club player will be sacked between now and the end of the season. Santiago Solari became the Real Madrid's manager in October after the Argentine made the step up from the club’s youth team (Real Madrid Castilla). Chelsea Owner Demands Player Sale After Major Incident Jose … [Read more...]
Real Madrid Eyeing Mbappe As Replacement For Chelsea Target
European champions Real Madrid are planning to replace unsettled forward Gareth Bale when the transfer window reopens in summer. This is according to reports emanating from the Spanish media. It was revealed that Real Madrid want to sell Gareth Bale who is said to be having a difficult time at the club. The Welsh international was booed at the weekend by his own fans after he was substituted during the league game with arch-rivals Barcelona. Real Madrid lost that Barcelona game 1-0 courtesy the first half goal from Croatian international midfielder Ivan Rakitic. Ivan Rakitic: How Chelsea Target Could Leave Barcelona Revealed Media outlet Don Balon claim that Real Madrid are plotting a summer move for Paris Saint Germain (PSG) star Kylian … [Read more...]
Betting Preview: Chelsea vs Dynamo Kyiv: Home Win On The Cards
Premier League giants Chelsea would be hoping to continue their impressive form when they entertain Ukrainian side Dynamo Kyiv in the first leg of their last 16 ties in the UEFA Europa League. Chelsea are one of the favorites to win the competition alongside the likes of Arsenal, Napoli, Inter Milan, and Sevilla. The Blues have managed to overcome the poor away form in the Premier League as well as the Carabao Cup meltdown involving Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga and club manager Maurizio Sarri. Chelsea had lost three successive league games away from home without scoring a single goal before beating Fulham 2-1 for the first league victory of 2019 away from Stamford Bridge. How Solskjaer is not better than Mourinho in terms of tactics The 2013 … [Read more...]
Benfica Keen To Keep €120m Liverpool Target
Portuguese champions Benfica want to keep forward Joao Felix despite the interest of several European clubs in his signature. Joao Felix has had a breakthrough season at Benfica after the teenager justified his spot in the starting XI with several impressive outings for the Portuguese giants. The 19-year-old has been attracting the interest of a lot of European clubs including five-time European champions Liverpool. Joao Felix recently signed a new contract at Benfica to take his release clause to the €120m mark but his club wants to increase it to €200m according to Spanish news outlet Mundo Deportivo. Apart from Liverpool, other clubs that have shown interest in Joao Felix include French Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint Germain (PSG), English Champions … [Read more...]
Liverpool Star Backs Salah, Firmino To Return To Scoring Form
Liverpool star Sadio Mane is certain that strike partners Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino will soon return to form in front of goal. Both Salah and Firmino have been heavily criticized for their barrenness in front of goal. Egyptian international Mohamed Salah was scrutinized the more following the chances he missed as Liverpool were forced to a goalless draw at the home of Merseyside rivals Everton. Salah fluffed his lines on a lot of decent opportunities against the Toffees and it came back to haunt him and Liverpool who lost their spot at the Premier League summit as a result of the disappointing draw in the Merseyside Derby played on Sunday. Reasons why United will see their first defeat against Leicester City Mane backed both Salah and Firmino … [Read more...]
Barcelona Confirm Interest In 19-Year-Old Liverpool Target
Spanish La Liga champions Barcelona have confirmed their interest in highly rated Ajax Amsterdam defender Matthijs De Ligt. Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu revealed the club’s interest in the Ajax Amsterdam skipper in a chat with radio station SER Catalunya. Matthijs De Ligt became the youngest captain in the history of Dutch Eredivisie giants Ajax Amsterdam after he was named the club’s skipper last year at the age of 18. His impressive performances for Ajax have not gone unnoticed with the best teams on the European continent including Liverpool. The Reds have been strongly linked with a move for him and defender Virgil Van Dijk has already talked up the possibility of the young Dutch defender joining Liverpool in the future. Barcelona … [Read more...]
Arsenal lead race for the next biggest Brazil star
With the summer transfer window months away from reopening, the North London outfit Arsenal are already being linked with a number of players to snap them up. The Gunners were unable to strike enough deals owing to the financial situation at the club as they were only able to snap up Denis Suarez from Spanish La Liga outfit Barcelona in the last winter transfer window. However, it has been hinted that the North London outfit will strike a number of deals in the coming summer window so as to improve the team and be able to compete against big sides for the EPL title next season. Bayern Join Race To Sign £44m-rated Chelsea Target However, the latest name to be linked to the North London outfit is 19-year-old Brazil international Anthony who is currently … [Read more...]
Arsenal get Gareth Bale boost
English Premier League outfit Arsenal have been tipped to move in for Spanish La Liga outfit Real Madrid star Gareth Bale by talkSPORT presenter Adrian Durham, with claims that he would suit the club. Gareth Bale has been linked with a move away from the Spanish capital for a long period of time with Man United reported being interested in securing his signature. Before his move away from Tottenham to Real Madrid, Gareth Bale was tipped to replace Portuguese international Cristiano Ronaldo when he left United but he opted to join the World star. However, with the future of Gareth Bale still in limbo, following the statement credited to his agent Jonathan Barnett that his representative is not treated well, the North London outfit have been advised to move in … [Read more...]
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