Manchester United legend Bryan Robson has told English striker Marcus Rashford what he needs to start doing to be a legend at the club. Robson urged the talented lad to ensure he starts scoring at least 20 to 30 goals per season not minding his position so as to fit into the status in coming years. According to the legend, the position he is played, either as a winger or as a central forward should not be any hindrance to him not used as an excuse. Pires speaks of star player's life after Arsenal He made this claim in celebration of Rashford’s 21st birthday today (Wednesday) as he claims that the player is already maturing into what his fans expects him to be. Rashford has scored a total of 33 goals in 133 appearances in all competitions for … [Read more...]
The only thing that gets De Gea confused about United has been revealed
Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has revealed that the only thing that gets him confused about his Old Trafford side after saying he doesn’t know why. The Spanish goalkeeper wonders why his side will have to wait to concede goals before they attack. He made this claim in reaction to the two big comebacks his side have had this seasons against Newcastle and Chelsea where they came from goals down to win and level the game respectively. According to him, the defensive department of the team are doing quite well but more is needed to be worked upon by the attack department because they have failed to live up to expectations. World Cup Star 'Told Teammates' He's Joining Liverpool This Summer De Gea admits that the Old Trafford side have had good … [Read more...]
Does Unai Emery mean well for Arsenal?
Latest report of Arsenal manager Unai Emery on contract rebel Aaron Ramsey really draws concerns on if he means well for the club or not. Emery is reported to have Ramsey not to focus on talks of a new contract with the club but should play his game to see out his contract. The Wales international failed to agree on a deal that will have him remain at the Emirates Stadium longer than this season with negotiations believed to have been abandoned. Ramsey, therefore, confirmed that he was ready for a deal with the North London side but there was no one available to speak with, hinting that the club no longer wants him. It was earlier revealed that the Spanish manager is the brain behind Arsenal's refusal to agree with the player because a new deal … [Read more...]
Mourinho sees David De Gea handwriting on the wall
What would be one of the biggest loss for Manchester United seems to be at the corner as it is becoming a reality that goalkeeper David de Gea will not be staying at the club. The Spanish goalkeeper has refused to extend his deal that will make him remain at the Theatre of Dreams much longer, hence his departure is at the corner. The Red Devils are making efforts to keep the player for another one year by invoking a clause in his contract but that will mean that the former Atletico Madrid stopper will leave for free. What Van Dijk did that made Liverpool sign him Therefore there are suggestions that he would be sold so as not to lose him for free without cashing in on him. Emerging reports indicate that Italian champions Juventus are monitoring the … [Read more...]
The real cause of Mourinho’s ‘misbehaviour’ at Stamford Bridge revealed
The controversy continues for Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho who was involved in a ‘fight’ with one of Chelsea’s backroom staff Marco Ianni. Ianni had run in front of United’s dugout to celebrate Ross Barkley’s late equalizer and that obviously got the Portuguese manager furious, a development that ended in a faceoff between the two officials. The situation was only saved at the sound of the final whistle where the pair had to make their way to the dressing room. Mourinho claims he was disrespected by the Chelsea’s backroom staff and disclosed that the situation has been put under control after manager Sarri came to apologise, telling him it would be resolved. However, Mourinho boasted his side had played better in the final minutes of the game … [Read more...]
Why Chelsea will not win United on Saturday
ESPN pundit Steve Nicol has predicted that the much anticipated game on Saturday between Chelsea and Manchester United will not go in favour of the home team. United will travel to the Stamford Bridge as underdogs with the Blues as the favourites owing to the crisis being encountered by the visiting team. The Old Trafford team have struggled so far this season, losing 3 of their 8 Premier League this season in addition to the crisis that has overwhelmed the team. With the international break finally over, the Red Devils are tipped to shock their doubters by either pulling a win or a draw in the Saturday clash at Stamford Bridge. However, Nicol who admits the better chances the Blues have predicted a shocker as he said the Jose Mourinho team will come … [Read more...]
Why Alex Ferguson should be ‘blamed’ for United’s confusion
Manchester United has not been the club it was known for since the retirement of Sir Alex Ferguson in 2013. Football psychologist Damian Hughes, a renowned Professor of Organisational Psychology and Change says the departure of the former manager has resulted to “confusion culture” at the Old Trafford. It all started with the confusion of who to bring in as a good fit for the former manager before David Moyes was handed the mantle. He had to be replaced by Louis van Gaal as a result of unsatisfaction before the coming of the present era. The coming of Jose Mourinho to take over was expected to be the final solution but that cannot be argued for at the moment. Hughes stated that a dominant culture was obtainable in the time of the former manager and that … [Read more...]
Why United should expect Pogba’s exit soon
Although calm has been returned to Manchester United after their 3-2 comeback win against Newcastle before the international break, controversial French midfielder Paul Pogba might still leave the club anytime soon. The former Juventus player had told the club’s executive vice-chairman of his intention to leave the club following his fallout with manager Jose Mourinho at the Old Trafford. The World Cup winner feels he is being unfairly treated by the manager after he was stripped off the captain band and told he will never captain the club again before the entire squad which includes younger players. The win before the international break had signalled the return of peace with reports that the Frenchman had words with the manager and gave him the tactical … [Read more...]
Niger Tornadoes get new coach
Nigeria Professional Football League, NPFL side Niger Tornadoes have confirmed Bernard Ogbe as the new head coach of the team. The former technical adviser to Jos based Mighty Jet FC will now take charge the Niger State owned team in the next NPFL campaign which is expected to kick-start later in the year. Ogbe, who officially resumes on Tuesday at Minna will take up technical department of the club after finalizing his contract with Tornadoes FC management committee office last week. The new technical adviser’s deal was completed alongside new chairman of the club Abubakar Mustapha. The 2018 NPFL season was called off as a result of the crisis that distracted the league from going forward and league leaders, Lobi Stars at the time were given the … [Read more...]
Why United fans have the right to boo players, Juan Mata
Manchester United player Juan Mata has stated that the club fans do not deserve to go through the pain of seeing their side underperform the way it has been. United just got their first win in five games on Saturday after seeing a late 3-2 win against Newcastle in which Anthony Martia, Alexis Sanchez and Mata were all in the score sheet. Before the Newcastle game, it has been a mixture of controversy and defeats for United, leaving the fans with no option than to seek for the sack of the manager. In the game defeat against West Ham, the fans were seen to be booing the players and manager Jose Mourinho. Some of them were chanting “attack attack attack” However, Mata who was reacting to the win and the ease on the path of the fans stated that the fans have … [Read more...]
Why Arsenal is now a different team, Slavisa Jokanovic
Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic has admitted that Arsenal is now a different team from what it used to be years back. Jokanovic noted that the difference comes in terms of the new manager, Unai Emery who has now introduced a new philosophy to the club since his arrival. The Fulham boss has made this claim ahead of Arsenal’s visit to his side on Sunday for the Premier League clash where the visitors will be seeking for their 9th successive win of the season. Jokanovic believes his side will face a different Gunners team because the manager who joined the club at the summer has made lots of changes and impact with his bravery. According to him, the North London team is now a better side in its offensives, nothing that the reset alone can make the … [Read more...]
The man tempting Pogba away from United revealed
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba is reportedly being tempted away from the Old Trafford and that is why he has insisted on leaving the club at the end of the season. Pogba made his decision known to manager Jose Mourinho and the club’s executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward after he was told he will never captain the Red Devils again. The World Cup winner has been at loggerhead with the former Chelsea manager and it has been claimed that the former Juventus player has not shown any respect to the club. Goal has therefore reported that the player is insistent on leaving the Manchester club because of the words he has had with PSG star player, Neymar. According to the report, Neymar is eager to have the French man at the club as they plan to make their … [Read more...]
Why United owners are yet to contact Zidane
It has been reported that Manchester United owners are yet to contact former Real Madrid gaffer Zinedine Zidane against what has been reported in the media. Zidane has been named as a replacement for Jose Mourinho who is reported to be facing sack at the Old Trafford due to the poor results that have emerged in recent weeks. The speculations of Mourinho’s sack became more intense when he suffered a 3-1 defeat to West Ham last weekend and failed to secure a win at the Old Trafford against Valencia in the Tuesday’s Champions League clash. However, The Independent reports that United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward is not convinced of Zidane’s ability to turn things around. According to the report, United owners, what is obtainable at the Old Trafford is … [Read more...]
What Zidane is doing to push Mourinho out of Old Trafford
Former Manchester United manager, Zinedine has stirred up the speculations linking him to Premiership side, Manchester United by going for English lessons, the report says. Zidane has been without a job since leaving the Spanish giants creating a record of three consecutive Champions League titles. The French boss has been linked to Jose Mourinho’s job and it seems he is working hard to ensure all limitations to his success at the Old Trafford is removed, one of which is the language barrier. The Sun reports that Zidane had practised speaking English when he recently visited London for the FIFA best player award. Both camps from the former World best player and former Chelsea manager have been calm about the whole speculations with no official claims made … [Read more...]
Why I have refused to watch Arsenal games this season, Wenger
After spending 22 years with Arsenal and seeing about 1228 of the club’s games in a row, counting to over 110,000 minutes in all, former Arsenal manager now knows nothing about the happenings in the club. The big attachment the Frenchman has with his former club is just not enough as he is yet to see any of Arsenal’s game this season. This was revealed by Niall Moran, a 20-year-old Arsenal fan who had met the French manager on Monday night at the Best FIFA football awards and wanted to know his view on the club he had left. According to Moran, Wenger said he has not watched any of the Arsenal games this season, adding that he cannot say anything about the new signings at the club because he knows nothing about them. Giving reasons for staying away from … [Read more...]
The secrete Juventus chief failed to leak out on Pogba
Juventus sporting director, Fabio Paratici has refused to leak out any secret on his club’s plan embattled player Paul Pogba who is now rumoured to be leaving Manchester United in the summer. The outburst between manager Jose Mourinho and Pogba has reached the heating point with the Portuguese manager stripping him of his captaincy and the player has reportedly made it clear that he wants to leave the club. Despite arriving two years ago for a record fee of £89million, Pogba is now desperate to find his way out and Juventus have been named as a possible destination for the World Cup winner. When asked if Juventus are ready to save the player by bringing him back to Italy, the Juventus chief refused to give the stand of the club by simply saying that he will … [Read more...]
How Carabao Cup reveals the difference between Wenger and Emery
Since the emergence of Unai Emery as Arsenal manager in the summer, pundits have continued to give their opinion of the difference between the current and the former manager, Arsene Wenger. Arsenal players are not excluded from those who tried to draw comparison and differences between the two coaches with the majority citing the style of play while others cited discipline and ambition. However, the words of the Spanish manager ahead of the Wednesday’s Carabao Cup against Brentford proves he is a lot different from Wenger in terms of competitiveness and mental strength. Ahead of the game, the former PSG boss admitted the strength of the championship side and says he expects a difficult game. He added that playing Brentford in the preseason gives him a … [Read more...]
Why De Gea thinks criticism of him is ‘stupid’
Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea has described the criticism against him as stupid. He made the claim after he was named in the FIFPro World XI at the FIFA Best awards ceremony that was held in London on Tuesday night. His rival at Chelsea, Thibaut Courtois had won an individual award as the best goalkeeper of the year, all thanks to his performance at the Russia 2018 World Cup. De Gea thinks his inclusion in the FIFA team of the year is a prove of how good he is which has not been acknowledged by his critics. Recall that the Spanish goalkeeper also took the blame for why the former World Cup winners were knocked out of the tournament at such an early stage, not forgetting his performance against England and Croatia. Before United’s win … [Read more...]
How Mourinho is indirectly forcing Alexis Sanchez out of United
Manchester United legend, Paul Merson has claimed that manager Jose Mourinho is indirectly pushing Alis Sanchez out of the Old Trafford. Merson argues that Sanchez cannot fit into the playing system that has been adopted by the Portuguese manager. He has therefore asked the former Arsenal player to find his way out to salvage his career. The United legend said Sanchez looks lost for going six months without a goal to his name, knowing how good the player is. According to him, the former Barcelona player does not make as many chances in United as he used to when he was at Arsenal. He noted that the United style is to defend first so as not to be beaten before thinking of attacking which makes it difficult for the Chile striker. Merson argued that the … [Read more...]
Why Arsene Wenger will not be returning to football anytime soon
Former Arsenal boss, Arsene Wenger is still enjoying his break from football and there seem to be no date in sight for his return. Wenger parted ways with the North London club in the summer after 22 years in charge. Although, it was reported that the resignation of the French manager was against his wish but he was left with no choice as the club management was bent on a change. Wenger is arguably the most successful manager Arsenal has ever had in their history but his last days at the club were not as pleasing as expected. Aside from the awful results, Wenger left Arsenal without Champions League football as they failed to qualify under him for two consecutive seasons. However, 68-year-old manager won 3 League titles, 7 FA Cups and 7 FA Community … [Read more...]
The mistake that almost cost Arsenal’s win against Everton revealed
Arsenal manager Unai Emery almost made a mistake that would have cost his side in their Premier League encounter against Everton on Sunday. The Gunners had recorded a convincing victory at the Emirates Stadium, all thanks to goals from Alexandre Lacazette and Aubameyang in the second half of the game. Lacazette had opened the scoring with a stunning strike from the edge of the area but that wouldn't have happened because he would have been subbed before then. Emery said he felt the team were not giving him what he wanted so, he opted to bring out the French striker in order to change tactics to break the Everton. Speaking to Arsenal official website, the former PSG manager said the first goal was significant to ensuring a win because of the time it … [Read more...]
Pogba wants Mourinho to answer these questions
Manchester United Midfielder Paul Pogba has demanded manager Jose Mourinho answer some questions that have been put across to him by the press. United lost two points to Wolves on Saturday after being forced to a draw by Joao Moutinho. It obviously has not gone well with Pogba who thinks his manager and not the players should be held responsible. When asked why the Old Trafford side have not been attacking more than they do, the former Juventus player refused to answer because he was not the coach. Pogba therefore, wasted no time in telling journalists to ask the manager for answers when he was asked if there was enough space and movement in the side. He simply answered "I'm not the manager," Pogba faulted the fact that the Jose Mourinho men failed to … [Read more...]