Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou praised his players for embracing his rotation system after Liel Abada replaced hat-trick hero James Forrest and ran the show against Motherwell.Abada was back on the right wing after making way for Forrest ahead of Saturday’s 6-1 thrashing of Hibernian, and he scored twice and had a hand in the other two goals in a 4-0 Premier Sports Cup quarter-final win a...Full Story »

Liel Abada scored twice and had a hand in another two goals as Celtic eased into the Premier Sports Cup semi-finals with a 4-0 victory at Motherwell.Abada was back in the team after making way for James Forrest to net a hat-trick against Hibernian and the winger scored either side of half-time after both sides had missed good chances.The 21-year-old then provided an assist for Reo Hatate to scor...Full Story »

Martinelli joined Arsenal in July of 2019. The Gunners are understood to have paid just over £6m for the Brazilian. And Martinelli proved one of Arsenal’s bright sparks during his debut 2019/20 season. The 21-year-old scored 10 and assisted four across 26 outings for the club, including a stunning individual effort vs Chelsea in the Premier League. However, the Brazilian’s ...Full Story »

N'GOLO KANTE is set to be out for the next FOUR MONTHS after having hamstring surgery. The midfielder will now miss the World Cup as France seek to defend their crown. N'Gole Kante will be out for the next four months after undergoing hamstring surgery Kante, 31, has spent much of the season sidelined by injury. He managed to play just the first two games of the campaign before picking up th...Full Story »

The agent of Chelsea striker Armando Broja was at AC Milan HQ yesterday. Milan directors met with several agents at Casa Milan as they begin planning for the January market. Calciomercato.com says Cheikh Fall, who is close to Chelsea striker Broja, were among those in attendance. The 21-year-old is being linked with Milan as they seek a long-term replacement for Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Olivi...Full Story »

Chelsea want Nkunku in January Chelsea are hoping to be able to bring in Christopher Nkunku in the January transfer window, according to the Mirror. The Blues have already reached an agreement with the 24-year-old but are aiming to convince RB Leipzig to sell in the winter rather than wait for the end of the season. Juventus keen on Evan Ndicka Juventus are looking for defensive reinforcem...Full Story »

Manchester United are willing to pay €80m to sign Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong. Fabrizio Romano confirmed to CaughtOffside via his Substack column during the summer that Manchester United were interested in signing Barcelona midfielder De Jong. A move failed to materialise and Erik ten Hag opted to sign Casemiro from Real Madrid. However, it now appears that Manchester United ma...Full Story »

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has said defending champions France and Brazil are the favourites to win the World Cup in Qatar as they have a core group of players who have played together for a long time. Messi said Brazil, Germany, France, England and Spain are always labelled favourites to win, but the 35-year-old forward feels France and Brazil are the best two teams going into the N...Full Story »

PHIL FODEN celebrated his new Manchester City contract with a posh meal at The Ivy alongside girlfriend Rebecca Cooke. The England international, 22, signed a fresh five-year deal with the Premier League champions last week. He then headed into the restaurant as his family followed suitCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke Partner Rebecca and their child could be seen walking in behind FodenCredit:...Full Story »

Preston boss Ryan Lowe acknowledged a good defensive team performance after he saw his side run out 1-0 winners over Huddersfield at the John Smith’s Stadium.Manchester United loanee Alvaro Fernandez threatened to put the visitors in front with a couple of chances at the end of a low-key first half.North End sprung to life in the second period and got their goal when Greg Cunningham nodded...Full Story »

Swansea boss Russell Martin insists Ollie Cooper is good enough to be named in Wales’ World Cup squad for Qatar – but does not expect the talented midfielder to make Robert Page’s party.Cooper underlined his growing credentials again by scoring in Swansea’s 3-2 Sky Bet Championship comeback win over Reading.It was the 22-year-old’s second goal in as many home games,...Full Story »

Derek McInnes reckons it would have been a “sickener” had Kilmarnock not prevailed in their compelling Premier Sports Cup quarter-final against Dundee United at Rugby Park.Kyle Lafferty’s early opener from the penalty spot was cancelled out instantly by Glenn Middleton.Daniel Armstrong headed home unmarked from Jordan Jones’ cross 17 minutes from time to book Killie&rsquo...Full Story »

West Bromwich Albion’s home woes continued as they were beaten 2-0 by Bristol City.The managerless Baggies, with Richard Beale in caretaker charge after the sacking of Steve Bruce, haven’t won in five home games after Joe Williams and Nahki Wells scored before half-time.Former West Brom assistant manager and caretaker boss Nigel Pearson’s side won for only the second time in ei...Full Story »

Preston moved to within two points of the Sky Bet Championship play-off places courtesy of Greg Cunningham’s second-half header as they defeated Huddersfield 1-0 at the John Smith’s Stadium.Both sides had come into the game in stuttering form and it showed in the first half as they failed to impose themselves on each other, with Preston’s Alvaro Fernandez having the best chance...Full Story »

Dunfermline maintained their unbeaten start to the cinch League One season with a 2-0 win over Clyde.The visitors took the lead in the 15th minute when Craig Wighton was played in by Matthew Todd before slotting home for his side’s opener.The provider turned goalscorer for his side’s second with a strike from distance to secure all three points.Juan Alegria scored twice Falkirk maint...Full Story »

Brentford will be without Aaron Hickey for the visit of west London rivals Chelsea.The Scotland full-back has an ankle problem which will keep him out until after the World Cup.Christian Norgaard is still out after an Achilles injury but he is running again. Pontus Jansson (hamstring) and Thomas Strakosha (ankle) are also sidelined.Thiago Silva is a doubt for Chelsea as the Blues manage the 38-y...Full Story »

Bournemouth have no fresh selection concerns ahead of the Premier League match against Southampton.Midfielder Joe Rothwell and Junior Stanislas returned to the bench for the draw at Fulham after injury lay-offs to bolster the ranks.Ben Pearson is also available for selection despite not making the last match squad, while Cherries captain Lloyd Kelly (ankle) and David Brooks (hamstring) remain ou...Full Story »

Kepa Arrizabalaga is engaged to Miss Universe winner Andrea Martinez (Image: andrea.martinezf/Instagram) Chelsea hero Kepa Arrizabalaga is engaged to Spanish beauty and Miss Universe winner Andrea Martinez. The Blues goalkeeper has been a standout performer for the club in recent weeks after reclaiming his spot following the appointment of Graham Potter as manager. Kepa is also winning off the...Full Story »

Chelsea are eyeing a move for Lille striker Jonathan David in the January transfer window. With Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang brought in as a short-term solution to Chelsea’s striker problem, Graham Potter may look to sign a new attacker in the January transfer window. Aubameyang, now 33 years old, won’t be able to play at the top level for too much longer, so bringing in a younger s...Full Story »

Liverpool reportedly want to bring Declan Rice to Anfield – but they could face stiff competition from several of their domestic rivals. Rice has long been linked with a number of top Premier League clubs – with Manchester United, Chelsea and Manchester City also rumoured as potential destinations for the West Ham skipper. According to Football Insider, Liverpool were keen on Ric...Full Story »