Kylian Mbappe issues warning to Liverpool ahead of UCL match on Tuesday The UCL champions league is about to commence from this week and European football will surely be interesting. According to the Schedule release by the game organizers, English football club will be having their first go in the game against the French side, Paris Saint Germain on Tuesday. The match is expected to be a difficult one to watch as the two sides are one of the best clubs in Europe. Aside from that, the game is expected to be stars studded with the likes of Edison Cavani, Mo Salah, Roberto Firmino, Neymar among others being present. Watching Lacazette, Aubameyang play together excites me, legend However, World cup winner and PSG youngster, Kylian Mbappe have issued a … [Read more...]
Video: How Liverpool players celebrated in the dressing room after lifting the UCL in 2005
Video: Going back in history - How Liverpool players celebrated in the dressing room after lifting the UCL in 2005 The UEFA champions league is considered the biggest trophy to be won by football clubs in Europe. While some football clubs have lifted the trophy several times, some other clubs are yet to lift it. The last time Liverpool lifted the much adored UEFA champions league trophy was back in 2005, almost 13 years ago. Liverpool lifted the trophy during the reign of Stephen Gerrard, Carragher among others. 2005 Champions league final had taken place between Liverpool and Italian side, AC Milan. AC Milan was leading the match with 3 goals to nothing in the first half but Liverpool took their chances in the second half with Gerrard adding the … [Read more...]
Arsenal Legend Praises Gunners Star Iwobi Following UCL Strike
Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright has showered praises on Nigerian international and Gunners' star Alex Iwobi after he netted in the 4-1 demolition of Swiss champions FC Basel on Tuesday night in what was their final group game in the UEFA Champions League (UCL). Speaking to BT Sport on his former club, Wright praised the impact of the 20-year old midfielder adding that his first goal in all competitions would do him a whole lot of good. In his words, he said: "That’s what I think he needs. I think he’s got everything." "It was good that Arsene Wenger eased him out of the team for a bit, because he started to get a little bit stale with what he was doing. "I think this goal will pep him up. He really did celebrate it with gusto – he was very pleased." … [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 team’ but that would put us already in an inferior position if it happens." "You can take Real Madrid, one of the favorites to win the competition, even against them we will have a chance of qualifying. "Another … [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 squad fit and we recovered that feeling we lost." "It’s true it was a struggle to compete for a while. We crossed that period that was difficult for us. "The team has full confidence and trust again. It’s lucky that … [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 Saint Germain (PSG), who slipped up at home with a 2-2 draw against Ludogorets Razgrad of Bulgaria. When asked about the knockout stage (last 16), which has proven to be the stumbling block for Arsenal in six UCL … [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 goal before Seydou Doumbia got a late consolation for the home side. The result ensured that Arsenal finished top of Group A ahead of French champions and former leaders Paris Saint Germain (PSG), who recovered from a … [Read more...]