Category: Football News
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Barcelona president Joan Laporta has insisted head coach Hansi Flick will remain in charge for as long as he chooses. Flick guided Barca to the LaLiga title in his first season at the helm and currently has the Blaugrana sitting comfortably at the top of the standings. Speaking on Monday, Laporta said: “It was vital…
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Chelsea defender Axel Disasi has expressed his delight after completing a loan switch to West Ham United until the end of the season. The French centre-back joins the Hammers in search of regular football after a difficult spell in recent months, and he made no secret of his excitement about the opportunity. “I’m very happy…
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Udinese have recorded back-to-back Serie A triumphs for the first time since September, as Jurgen Ekkelenkamp’s deflected free-kick proved decisive in a hard-fought 1-0 win against fifth-placed AS Roma. After claiming just one victory in their previous six home league games (D2, L3), Udinese were determined to make an impact early against the Giallorossi. Arthur…
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Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has appeared to question the club’s lack of transfer activity following their 2-2 Premier League draw with Manchester City on Sunday, February 1. Spurs went into half-time two goals down against Pep Guardiola’s side before Dominic Solanke struck twice after the break to rescue a point. Tottenham were without nine players…
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Raúl Jiménez has written his name into the Premier League record books after converting a penalty for Fulham against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday. The Fulham striker calmly sent his spot-kick home to register a remarkable milestone, becoming the most flawless penalty-taker in Premier League history. It was Jiménez’s 12th successful penalty from…
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Fifa president Gianni Infantino has apologised for comments he made about British football fans after they drew criticism from supporter groups. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland last month, Infantino said it was “really special” that no British nationals were arrested during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. His remarks resurfaced amid growing…
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Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has identified Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior as two of his five untouchable players, insisting he wants the pair available for every match. Arbeloa, who replaced Xabi Alonso last month at the Santiago Bernabeu, has already overseen a mixed start to his tenure. After a 3-2 Copa del Rey…
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Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has cautioned Liverpool that the return of Alexander Isak could spark a tough selection dilemma, given Hugo Ekitike’s impressive performances for the Reds. Rooney highlighted that Ekitike’s growing chemistry with fellow summer signing Florian Wirtz could complicate matters for Liverpool’s record signing once he is fully fit. Ekitike was…
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Former Chelsea midfielder Craig Burley has advised Blues boss Liam Rosenior not to start Alejandro Garnacho in next week’s Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Arsenal. Chelsea continued their strong run under Rosenior on Saturday, overturning a 2-0 halftime deficit to beat West Ham, with Enzo Fernandez scoring the stoppage-time winner at Stamford Bridge. The…
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Cole Palmer is content at Chelsea and has no intention of leaving the club anytime soon, despite recent speculation linking him with a move to Manchester United. According to Football Insider, the 23-year-old has no plans to walk away from Stamford Bridge, while Chelsea are equally uninterested in entertaining any approaches. That stance represents a…
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The Premier League have explained the decision to overturn Manchester United’s penalty against Fulham following a VAR review at Old Trafford, a call that ultimately worked in the hosts’ favour. The incident came inside the opening 20 minutes when Matheus Cunha went to ground under a challenge from Fulham defender Jorge Cuenca. Referee John Brooks…
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Former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca could be set for a swift return to management after being approached by a surprise club just weeks after his Stamford Bridge exit. Leicester City have made contact with Maresca over a potential comeback to the King Power Stadium. The Italian guided the Foxes back to the Premier League in…
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Liam Rosenior said Chelsea’s thrilling fightback from two goals down to defeat West Ham 3–2 on Saturday proved his team possess something “special”. Chelsea found themselves trailing at half-time after goals from Jarrod Bowen and Crysencio Summerville put West Ham firmly in control at Stamford Bridge. Despite being jeered off the pitch by frustrated supporters…
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Chelsea served their fans a match to remember in a dramatic 3–2 victory over West Ham United in a pulsating London derby that had everything — early goals, momentum swings, and late tension. West Ham started the game the better side with a two first half goals from Jarrod Bowen and Summerville. However, Chelsea hit…
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Brazil younster, Estevao was missing as Chelsea released their lineup against their neighbours West Han United. Ahead of Chelsea’s Premier League match aEstevaotetevaoteevavagainst Nuno Espirito Santo’s West Ham, Estevao was a notable absentee when the team sheets arrived in west London. And when asked why the 18-year-old winger was missing from the squad before kick-off,…