Manchester United defender Chris Smalling has insisted that his side have a chance of defeating Juventus this week in the crucial Champions League encounter. United fell to the Italian giants by 1-0 at the Old Trafford and they are set to visit Juventus at home with Smalling stating that his side are now a new and better side with the potential to shock their opponent right before their fans. Admitting that his side are going into a tough week, the Red Devil defender stated that his side are up to the task as he noted that they will be more particular about the second half of the game. He is optimistic that United can produce a good game at Juventus and give a shock just like what happened at the Old Trafford some weeks back. Why Arsenal fans must worry … [Read more...]
Why I left Juventus for United – Paul Pogba
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has revealed that his leaving Italian champions Juventus to return back to Manchester United was intentional because he was motivated. Reacting to his condemnation of returning back to England where he has not had it all good, Pogba said he was in need of a first team football and had missed United where he started from. He noted that he had a good memory of his youth age at the Old Trafford and needed to have the same experience as a more mature player, noting that he enjoys being back home. Meanwhile, Pogba had earlier insisted on leaving the club because of his rift with United boss Jose Mourinho as they both fell out in the early part of the season. Latest report justifies Mourinho against the press The … [Read more...]
United making David de Gea pursuit difficult for PSG
It has been established that French side Paris Saint Germain are keen to have the signing of Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea but it has been a difficult and frustrating one for them because of the way it has been handled by the owners of the player. The former Atletico Madrid goalkeeper will be out of contract with the Old Trafford side at the end of the season which makes him free to leave but the club are preparing to activate a clause in his contract that will have him remain for another one year against his wish. Efforts to have him commit his future to the club have failed with talks held with United’s executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward failing to convince him. Emery hints he is ready to continue with Tottenham rivalry Keeping De Gea at … [Read more...]
Pogba raises dust again on United transfer
There are reasons to make claims again in the media following the simple statement by Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba that he sees Turin, the home ground of his former club Juventus as home. Pogba was speculated to be interested in leaving the Old Trafford after his rift with manager Jose Mourinho who later stripped the French player of the captain band. Few weeks back was a tempting period for the World Cup winner at the Theatre of Dreams following his fallout with the manager and also having to experience bad results at the club. Video: Naby Keita slick performance for his Country With his necessary return to Juventus for the second leg of the Champions League game next week, Pogba could not hide his feeling of love for the Juventus home … [Read more...]
Jamie Redknapp makes case for Paul Pogba
Former Liverpool star Jamie Redknapp has pleaded for a change in the narrative about Manchester United player Paul Pogba, stressing that the focus should be on his good performance and nothing more. He made this claim after the Red Devils’ 2-1 win over Everton with the French Midfielder missing a penalty in the game. Redknapp expects most of the analysis to be centred on the player’s penalty miss and not his good performance he had in the game which he says is unfair to Pogba. The Liverpool legend stated that the World Cup winner is the most criticized player in the league but vowed not to go that direction as he showers praise on him. What would happen if Salah, Mane, Virgil and Gomez were to compete in a race? However, Pogba was on the scoresheet … [Read more...]
Juventus’ Nedved unsettles Pogba again
With the report of Manchester United midfielder’s exit from the club already being laid to rest, Juventus vice-president Pavel Nedved has raised the settled dust by claiming that the player will be welcomed back. Pogba was at the beginning of the season unsettled at the Old Trafford owing to the rift he had with manager Jose Mourinho with both of them seen to be exchanging words in training. The Portuguese manager had before the entire team, told the World Cup winner that he will never wear the armband nor lead the team again; citing the fact he has been disrespectful to the club. This angered the player who contacted the club’s executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward and told him of his intention to leave. Why was Chelsea star not allowed to rest during … [Read more...]
Mourinho escapes as United owners set to sanction some players
This is virtually the first time that Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho will not be involved in a controversy or the other. Just this season alone, Mourinho has been involved in many controversies with the club management, the players, the media and UEFA authorities. With the latest report, the manager is totally not involved as the players are meant to face the music alone after a decision they took to boycott a program set up at Carrington on Friday by one of their big sponsors. It would be recalled that the Jose Mourinho led team arrived the stadium for UEFA league game behind schedule, forcing the game to kickstart at about five minutes after the earlier time, a development that led to the fine of the team. Why Jose Mourinho wouldn't celebrate … [Read more...]
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