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Manchester United legend Jaap Stam has dropped his two cents on what to expect from Red Devils manager Ruben Amorim during this “transition period” at Old Trafford. Erik ten Hag’s reign at Old Trafford came to an end in late October after Manchester United’s shock 2-1 Premier League defeat to West Ham away from home….
Pedri’s efforts on the pitch against Atletico Madrid went unrewarded as Barcelona failed to secure a much-needed victory. After scoring his fourth goal of the season, he stood out as the leader of the Blaugrana for the entire 90 minutes. His performance earned him the MVP award for the match, but even his determination and…
Every era requires a defining victory and Aston Villa’s magnum opus under Unai Emery, so far anyway, came at home against Manchester City last season. It was a December night, just over 12 months ago and Villa won 1-0. In truth, the scoreline was merciful on City. Pep Guardiola’s three-in-a-row (and soon-to-be-four) Premier League title…
At this festive time of year, it’s tempting to say it’s all about Jesus. Arsenal’s Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus continued the rich vein of form he found with his Carabao Cup hat-trick at home against Crystal Palace in midweek, following up with two more goals against the same opponents in Saturday’s 5-1 away win. But…
Chelsea can, if only briefly, climb to the top of the Premier League table with a victory at Everton on Sunday. The Blues once again took advantage of dropped Liverpool points last weekend as they overcame bogey side Brentford 2-1 at Stamford Bridge. Up next is another potential banana skin, with the Toffees enjoying their…
Sam Marsden Moises Llorens Dec 21, 2024, 07:22 PM ET Hansi Flick said Barcelona need a break after Atlético Madrid inflicted a third straight home league defeat on them to replace them at the top of LaLiga on Saturday. Alexander Sørloth scored a 96th-minute winner at the Olympic Stadium after Rodrigo De Paul had cancelled…
Sam Marsden, Barcelona correspondentDec 21, 2024, 07:21 PM ET BARCELONA, Spain — Atlético Madrid were 10 points behind Barcelona at the start of November but will end the year three points clear of them at the top of LaLiga, and with a game in hand after Alexander Sørloth‘s 96th-minute winner capped a remarkable game at…
United face Maguire competition Manchester United could lose Harry Maguire on a free transfer, according to The Sun. Galatasaray, Fenerbahce and Napoli are all keeping an eye on the central defender. The paper claims: “Manchester United face a dilemma in the negotiations over Harry Maguire’s future. “The England defender is free to sign a pre-contract…
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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he is “pretty worried” about Bukayo Saka after the England winger went off injured against Crystal Palace. Saka suffered a hamstring injury during Saturday’s 5-1 win at Crystal Palace and had to be replaced in the 24th minute. The 23-year-old was using crutches as he left Selhurst Park. “He felt…
