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Swansea boss Luke Williams hails best away performance of season at Oxford

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by PA

Swansea boss Luke Williams described his team’s 2-1 win at Oxford as their best away performance of the season.Strikers Zan Vipotnik and Florian Bianchini struck in the 38th and 80th minutes as the Swans at last found the net after failing to score in October.Sub Dane Scarlett pulled a goal back two minutes from time for Oxford, who slipped to a first home defeat of the campaign.Williams s...Full Story »

Chris Wilder hails ‘dominant’ second half as Sheffield United beat Blackburn

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by PA

Chris Wilder pinpointed Sheffield United’s “dominant” second-half performance after they beat Blackburn 2-0.The Blades deservedly took the lead when Harrison Burrows lashed in his first goal for the club in the first half but they needed Tyrese Campbell’s second-half volley to make the result safe.Wilder’s side have now won seven of their last 10 and when asked abou...Full Story »

Sheffield United win again after Harrison Burrows and Tyrese Campbell strikes

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by PA

Sheffield United made it back-to-back Championship wins with a 2-0 victory at Blackburn.Chris Wilder’s men bossed the game from the moment Harrison Burrows’ crisp strike – his first for the club – fired them into the lead early in the first half.They created numerous opportunities with Kieffer Moore twice going close in the second half before Tyrese Campbell’s secon...Full Story »

Swansea end goal drought to beat Oxford

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by PA

Swansea scored their first goals in more than nine hours as they beat Oxford 2-1 at the Kassam Stadium.It was Oxford’s first home defeat of the season and they have now gone eight Championship matches without a win.After failing to find the net throughout October, the Swans eventually ended their barren run in the 38th minute when Zan Vipotnik turned in Ronald’s cross from the right....Full Story »

Stoke captain Ben Gibson heads in late winner to see off Derby

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by PA

Ben Gibson headed in a late winner as Stoke beat Derby 2-1 in the Championship.The Potters went into the lead early on through Tom Cannon’s ninth-minute penalty after he was taken down by Jacob Widell Zetterstrom.Derby, somewhat against the run of play, levelled things up in bizarre fashion after Gibson’s header beat his own goalkeeper Viktor Johansson, who got the last touch as the ...Full Story »

Alexander Isak’s header gives Newcastle victory to dent Arsenal’s title hopes

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by PA

Newcastle striker Alexander Isak dented Arsenal’s title hopes as his bullet header condemned them to a second Premier League defeat of the season.The Sweden international converted Anthony Gordon’s inviting 12th-minute cross with aplomb to claim his third goal in as many games and hand the Magpies a 1-0 win in front of a crowd of 52,249 at St James’ Park.Three points were just ...Full Story »

Juventus Prioritize Move for Ex-Inter Defender to Replace Bremer

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by cultofcalcio.com

Juventus have reportedly placed unsettled Paris Saint-Germain defender Milan Skriniar at the top of their wishlist for the January transfer window. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews, the former Inter captain has become the leading candidate to replace Gleison Bremer. Skriniar teamed up with PSG in the summer of 2023 after running down his contract at Giuseppe Meazza. But desp...Full Story »

Exclusive: Ruben Amorim eyeing £90m-rated “special talent” who will “light up Old Trafford”

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by Caughtoffside.com

Bruno Amorim wants Kvicha Kvaratskhelia at Man United. Photo by Gualter Fatia/Getty Images Ruben Amorim has finally been announced as the new Man United head coach, and he’ll begin his new journey in the Premier League on November 11. It’s already been rumoured that he could be making the same mistake as predecessor Erik ten Hag, however, Stan Collymore has given his own opinion on...Full Story »

Brazil squad: Neymar, Endrick left out for World Cup qualifiers

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by ESPN

Al Hilal forward Neymar and Real Madrid's Endrick have been left out of Brazil's squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers at Venezuela and Uruguay. Endrick, 18, has played only 107 minutes for Madrid and has not featured in his team's last four games. Neymar, 32, returned to play with Al Hilal on Oct. 21 after a year-long absence due to injury. "We decided not to bring him so as not to rus...Full Story »

Chelsea boss Maresca admits Enzo no longer first-choice

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca admits Enzo Fernandez is no longer a first-choice.Enzo has lost has status with Maresca preferring a midfield pair of Moises Caicedo and fit-again Romeo Lavia. The Argentina midfielder is Chelsea's most expensive transfer and his situation is sure to alert clubs around the world. Maresca said, "First of all, it’s a matter of balance. “In this moment, Ro...Full Story »

Ruben Amorim reveals Man Utd rejected key request as manager lifts lid on rival offers

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by Express.co.uk

Ruben Amorim opened up about his conversations with the Man United hierarchy after being appointed manager. Ruben Amorim opened up about his Man United negotiations following Friday's match (Image: Getty) Ruben Amorim has revealed he asked the Manchester United hierarchy if he could wait until the end of the season to take over at Old Trafford. Amorim has become the seventh permanent hire sin...Full Story »

Daily Laugh - Welcome Amorim

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by 7M Sport

Let's start our Daily Laugh today. Arsenal and Man City hospitals now   Welcome Amorim   Grateful for football in November     Manchester United officially announce Ruben Amorim as their new manager. Next up   Another GEM from La Masia!   Tottenham is Pep Guardiola's Kryptonite!   Shortest debate ever     Please stay tuned on Daily...Full Story »

Liverpool could deal Chelsea €60m blow by interfering with major swap deal

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by Caughtoffside.com

Liverpool could ruin Chelsea's Fernandez/Tchouameni swap deal. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images) Liverpool and Chelsea are looking to pounce on Real Madrid’s stance regarding Aurelien Tchouameni as the La Liga champions are open to offers for the midfielder next summer. It was reported this week by Relevo’s Jorge Picon, that concerns have grown at the Bernabeu over Tchouameni&#...Full Story »

Ex-Valencia star, 28, killed in Spanish floods as club give statement on tragedy

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by Dailystar.co.uk

Jose Castillejo has died in flooding in Spain A former Valencia star, 28, has died as a result of flooding in Spain. Spain has been hit by freak flashing flooding, which has been dubbed as Spain's worst natural disaster in a century. Valencia has been among the cities most affected by the floods, with the total death tally at least 158 at the time of writing, with fears it will climb higher. ...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag breaks silence on Man Utd sack as he shares regret in letter to fans

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by Express.co.uk

Erik ten Hag has issued an open letter to fans after his Man Utd dismissal. Erik ten Hag was sacked by Man Utd earlier in the week (Image: Getty) Erik ten Hag has broken his silence on his Man Utd dismissal, penning an open letter to the club's fans. The Dutchman was sacked on Monday after defeat to West Ham left the Red Devils languishing in 14th in the Premier League after nine matches. It ...Full Story »

Witches, scary masks and sexy cats - when football and Halloween cross paths

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by Dailystar.co.uk

Carla Kompany's sexy cat is just one of the times football and Halloween have crossed paths It's spooky season - and, yes, that applies to sport too. Halloween is an American tradition, but it has engrained itself into European society over the past few decades - and now it's starting to find itself in football. While it's not fright night for most teams, Daily Star Sport has a look at the tim...Full Story »

Manchester City on alert as Real Madrid open talks with Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz with Bundesliga champions looking to avoid selling to Bayern Munich

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by Goal.com

Real Madrid have opened talks with Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz as they look to beat Manchester City and Bayern Munich to signing him. Wirtz admired by many clubs Leverkusen reluctant to sell to Bayern Madrid leading foreign pursuers WHAT HAPPENED?The attacking midfielder played a key role in securing Bayer Leverkusen their first-ever Bundesliga title last season, as Xabi Alonso...Full Story »

Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Ruben Amorim wants to bring £70m Sporting star Ousmane Diomande to Man Utd

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by Goal.com

AC Milan deliberating over future of Leao Per Tuttosport, AC Milan are reportedly deliberating over the future of Rafael Leao as the rift between the winger and head coach Paulo Fonseca grows. After benching the winger in a recent clash with Napoli, the Rossoneri boss told reporters: "We try to motivate the players in different ways, then it's up to the players to put in the right amount of ...Full Story »

Emma Louise Jones says her 'scariest thing' Halloween outfit 'should be smaller'

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by Dailystar.co.uk

Emma Louise Jones might just have won Halloween this year. It's the scariest time of the year - and there's only one thing that terrifies the BBC Sport host, her DMs. Sharing the news on social media, the blonde bombshell said: "This Halloween, I wanted to dress as the scariest thing that I could think of... "So I thought, I know. I'll go as my DMs." The camera then cuts to Emma sporting a b...Full Story »

Carlos Corberan says West Brom’s lead was undeserved after draw with Luton

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by PA

Carlos Corberan says West Brom did not deserve their half-time lead after a 1-1 draw at Luton extended their winless run in the Sky Bet Championship to seven matches.In a first half which lacked quality, Josh Maja struck in added time as his back-heel off a Karlan Grant pass gave him his eighth of the campaign and West Brom the lead.Tahith Chong levelled for the Hatters on the hour as the points...Full Story »

Andy Peaks hails ‘brilliant’ Tamworth after Huddersfield upset

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by PA

Tamworth manager Andy Peaks said his side’s 1-0 win against Huddersfield was just reward for their progress over the last two years.The National League side are through to the second round after stunning League One Town 1-0 thanks to a Chris Maxwell own goal.Peaks said: “We were looking forward to it because if you can’t enjoy nights like this, you shouldn’t be involved i...Full Story »

Lewis Jamieson at the double in Raith Rovers win over Ayr

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by PA

Lewis Jamieson scored his first goals for Raith Rovers to earn a 2-0 victory over Ayr in the Scottish Championship.Both goals came in the first half, with on-loan St Mirren man Jamieson in the right place in the 19th minute to help Dylan Easton’s long-range lob over the line.He then popped up again nine minutes before the break to tuck the ball home after Lewis Stevenson had fired it acros...Full Story »

Tahith Chong secures point for struggling Luton as West Brom winless run goes on

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by PA

West Brom’s winless run was extended to seven Sky Bet Championship matches after Tahith Chong’s superb equaliser helped Luton to a 1-1 draw at Kenilworth Road.A cagey affair was blown wide open by Albion’s Josh Maja, whose creative flick inside the area saw him claim his eighth of the season just before the break.Chong’s surging run and finish may have bought boss Rob Edw...Full Story »

Stuart Maynard hails impact of Jevani Brown as Notts County beat Alfreton

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by PA

Notts County head coach Stuart Maynard hailed the impact of forward Jevani Brown as the Magpies coasted to a 5-1 FA Cup first-round victory over Alfreton.Alassana Jatta and Brown both scored twice in the second half as County progressed to round two despite Liam Waldock giving the visitors an early lead.The away side took a 14th-minute lead when Jake Day found Waldock, who fired home.County leve...Full Story »

Tamworth stun Huddersfield in FA Cup after Chris Maxwell own goal

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by PA

National League Tamworth caused a shock in the FA Cup first round proper by beating League One Huddersfield 1-0.Chris Maxwell’s own goal was enough to send Andy Peaks’ men through to round two in Tamworth’s first appearance in the first round proper since 2014.The clubs had been separated by six divisions as recently as the 2018-19 season but as Tom Tonks’ spectacular lon...Full Story »

Alassana Jatta and Jevani Brown help Notts County avoid Alfreton upset in FA Cup

Posted Saturday, November 02, 2024 by PA

Notts County came from behind to avoid an FA Cup upset as they beat Alfreton 5-1.Alassana Jatta and Jevani Brown both scored twice in the second half as County progressed to round two despite Liam Waldock giving the visitors an early lead at Meadow Lane.Jake Day missed an early chance for the National League North side when his volley was held by Alex Bass.The away side took a 14th-minute lead w...Full Story »

Football star suffers awkward wardrobe malfunction as rival rips shorts off to reveal tighty-whities

Posted Friday, November 01, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk

SERIE A star Dodo suffered an awkward wardrobe malfunction after his shorts were ripped to reveal a pair of tighty-whities. The amusing incident occurred on Thursday during the Serie A clash between Genoa and Fiorentina. Fiorentina star Dodo suffered an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction The ace's shorts were yanked down during a Serie A clash The latter won the match 1-0 thanks to a 72nd min...Full Story »

Glam footballer Madelene Wright stuns in ‘angel vs devil’ Halloween outfit as fans say ‘well that’s certainly a treat’

Posted Friday, November 01, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk

GLAM footballer Madelene Wright stunned in an "angel vs devil" outfit on Halloween. The former Leyton Orient and Charlton star is now showcasing her skills at Chesham United Women. Madelene Wright wowed with a sexy Halloween costume She showed off her angel and devil sides The ace delighted fans on social media But Madelene is not just a talented footballer. She has also amassed an army of...Full Story »

Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez SPLITS from mother of his two children to ‘live alone’ as she puts statement on Instagram

Posted Friday, November 01, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk

ENZO FERNANDEZ has split from his childhood sweetheart and the mother of his two children. The Chelsea star's long-term partner, Valentina Cervantes posted a message on her Instagram confirming their breakup. Enzo Fernandez has split from long-term partner Valentina Cervantes They have two children together, born in 2020 and 2023 Fernandez is said to have told her he wants to 'live alone' A...Full Story »

Daily Laugh - Why my friend

Posted Friday, November 01, 2024 by 7M Sport

Let's start our Daily Laugh today.   Why my friend   Man City really don’t care about the Carabao Cup.   The face of a man who is no longer a prisoner of Erik Ten Hag. He looks so happy!   Ruud van Nistelrooy unlocked Manchester United's attack in a way Erik ten Hag couldn't   This   Halloween costume for Spurs fans:   lol   Please s...Full Story »

Eintracht Frankfurt informed Liverpool to bid for Marmoush

Posted Friday, November 01, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com

The Reds are aware they may lose Mohamed Salah this summer, as he has not yet signed a new contract. If he does leave, his countryman Marmoush may be a direct replacement for the attacker. German media reports, Eintracht have told Liverpool they will only sell for a fee of around £50m. Cairo-born Marmoush, who is 25, has scored nine goals and managed four assists so far this season. H...Full Story »

Ruben Amorim to be hired as Man United head coach - sources

Posted Friday, November 01, 2024 by ESPN

Ruben Amorim is set to take charge of Manchester United during the November international break, sources confirmed to ESPN. United and the Portuguese champions Sporting CP have made significant progress on an agreement for the departure of their head coach to the Premier League club. Amorim is set to succeed Erik ten Hag, who was sacked on Monday, as head coach at Old Trafford and would be t...Full Story »

Barcelona beat Real Madrid, Atletico to signing Gavi

Posted Friday, November 01, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com

Roura and Altimira has overseen the development of several of Barca's current first teamers. On Lamine Yamal, they told Mundo Deportivo: "He came to a tryout when he was six years old. He was skinny, not very tall, he walked strangely... In that game there were 20 kids chasing a ball. It was crazy. But every now and then, that strange-looking kid would do things that made you say: 'Wow! This ...Full Story »

Transfer news & rumours LIVE: AC Milan make decision on future of Paulo Fonseca

Posted Friday, November 01, 2024 by Goal.com

AC Milan make decision on future of Paulo Fonseca Paulo Fonseca's job at AC Milan might be in danger following a string of underwhelming results despite the red-hot form of Christian Pulisic. Marmoush still wanted by Liverpool despite €60m price tag Omar Marmoush is still reportedly on the shortlist of Liverpool despite a €60m price tag as Arne Slot seeks a potential replacement...Full Story »

Van Nistelrooy’s Man Utd take just 39 minutes to do something Ten Hag didn’t manage in his final six months

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com

Ten Hag departed Old Trafford on Monday following the weekend's 2-1 defeat away at West Ham United. The Red Devils currently sit 14th in the table, seven points off both the Champions League places and relegation zone, while Crystal Palace and Southampton (both 6) are the only Premier League teams to score fewer goals this season (8). A blunt attack became the hallmark of the end of Ten Hag's ...Full Story »

Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona eyeing Leao's situation

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by ESPN

AC Milan's Rafael Leao is reportedly linked with a move to Barcelona. - Barcelona are keeping an eye on Rafael Leao's situation at AC Milan ahead of a possible summer move for the winger, reports Diario Sport. There have been issues between the 25-year-old and manager Paulo Fonseca, so the Blaugrana are waiting to see if he could be available for a reasonable price as the Portugal internationa...Full Story »

Manchester City at risk of losing Rodri? Real Madrid keeping close eye on 2024 Ballon D'Or winner

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by Goal.com

WHAT HAPPENED? Real Madrid are planning to revitalise their midfield with the addition of Manchester City midfielder Rodri, according to a report from Spanish outlet AS. The reigning Champions League and LaLiga winners haven't hit the ground running following the retirement of Toni Kroos and believe that Rodri's addition could elevate the team to another level. THE BIGGER PICTURE Real Madr...Full Story »

'They're desperate' - Former Liverpool star makes worrying claim on expiring contracts

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by 90min.com

The three Reds stars will see their current deals expire at the end of the season and there are huge question marks about each player's future at Anfield, having played huge roles in the team's success under previous manager Jurgen Klopp. Alexander-Arnold raised eyebrows earlier this week by admitting he wants to become the first full-back to win the Ballon d'Or, fuelling speculation of a dep...Full Story »

Man United given update on three-goal wonderkid they want from the Championship in January

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by Caughtoffside.com

Sunderland have made a very impressive start to the 2024/25 campaign under Regis Le Bris as they currently sit top of the Championship after 12 matches having won nine games so far. Rigg has played a key role in the Black Cats' success with the midfielder now a staple in Le Bris' starting 11. The Englishman has made 13 appearances in all competitions for Sunderland throughout the opening phase ...Full Story »

Daily Laugh - Nistelrooy 1st match

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by 7M Sport

Let's start our Daily Laugh today.   Nistelrooy 1st match Man Utd 5-2 Leicester   Amorim & Man Utd   lol   tournament despite beingawarded penalties in every match   This   lol   Ten Hag seeing Man United playing amazing football after he’s been sacked.   Please stay tuned on Daily Laugh. There will be more fun tomorrow! (Credit:...Full Story »

Steven Gerrard's daughter reacts as her boyfriend's mobster dad is jailed for gun plot

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by Dailystar.co.uk

Lilly-Ella Gerrard and her boyfriend Lee Byrne both expressed happiness last week after mobster Liam Byrne avoided a lengthier prison sentence for his part in a failed weapons plot Steven Gerrard’s daughter expressed her delight after her boyfriend’s mobster dad avoided a lengthy prison term for a failed weapons plot. Mobster Liam Byrne pleaded guilty to firearm charges in the Old ...Full Story »

DUTCH COURAGE Arsenal Invincible’s daughter delights fans in special custom leather jacket version of his iconic Gunners shirt

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk

ARSENAL icon Dennis Bergkamp has taught his daughter well when it comes to supporting the Gunners. Yasmin Bergkamp wore a custom leather jacket from fashion designer Antonia Bronze. Yasmin Bergkamp wowed in a custom-made jacket Credit: Instagram @YasminBergkamp The jacket is a tribute to Arsenal's unique home shirt from the 2005-06 season, their last at Highbury. Arsenal switched their famou...Full Story »

Man Utd slap Antony on January transfer-list

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com

The Red Devils are eager to loan out or sell the Brazilian, who was a favorite of previous coach Erik ten Hag. Antony was signed for a £85.5M fee on Ten Hag's say so three summers ago. He has scored only five Premier League goals since, with the winger now deemed surplus to requirements. Per talkSPORT, he has been told that he can leave for any club in January that pays his wages. Aja...Full Story »

GUNNER SHINE Mikel Arteta and his wife lead Arsenal stars and their stunning Wags on red carpet at gala a day after Liverpool draw

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk

MIKEL ARTETA and his wife led Arsenal stars and their stunning Wags out on the red carpet. The Gunners manager and players attended the The 2024 Global Gift Gala in London on Monday night. Mikel Arteta and his wife Lorena Bernal attended the 2024 Global Gift Gala London Credit: Getty Goalkeeper David Raya and Wag Tatiana Trouboul also attended the function Credit: GettyThe Arsenal stars were ...Full Story »

Brighton's Baleba wanted by Arsenal and Liverpool in major January move

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com

The Cameroon international joined from French club Lille in the summer of 2023 for £23M. Now the Albion may be ready to make a hefty profit on him if rumors are to be believed. Per talkSPORT, he is a longstanding target for Arsenal and Liverpool, while Tottenham also admire him. Baleba is said to be happy at Brighton, as he has finally made a starting spot his own. Brighton are not un...Full Story »

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eyeing Tottenham's Porro

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by ESPN

Real Madrid are linked with a possible move for Tottenham's Pedro Porro. - Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold is still Real Madrid's priority for the right-back position and Los Blancos have made their first attempts to sign the 26-year-old, reports AS. Even so, they add that Tottenham Hotspur's Pedro Porro is seen as a viable alternative, even if bringing in the 25-year-old with his contract ...Full Story »

Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Man Utd made video montage in attempt to sign De Jong

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by Goal.com

Adios, Fati? Former wonderkid heading for Barcelona exit Ansu Fati could leave Barcelona in the January transfer window as his Catalonia comeback has seemingly faltered. Chelsea continue to keep tabs on Osimhen After missing out on Victor Osimhen in the summer, Chelsea might rekindle their interest in the Nigerian in the winter transfer window. TBR Football understands Chelsea retain an in...Full Story »

Pep Guardiola says Manchester City are ‘in real difficulty’ as injuries mount up

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by PA

Pep Guardiola claimed Manchester City were in trouble after they suffered further injuries in a 2-1 loss at Tottenham in the Carabao Cup to leave them with only 13 first-team players available.Already without Kyle Walker, Rodri, Oscar Bobb, Jeremy Doku, Kevin De Bruyne and Jack Grealish for the fourth-round tie, Manuel Akanji was withdrawn ahead of kick-off before Savinho left on a stretcher in ...Full Story »

Stephen Robinson relieved to end ‘really challenging period’ for St Mirren

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by PA

St Mirren manager Stephen Robinson admitted it has been a challenging period for his side after they ended a run of four straight defeats by coming from behind to beat St Johnstone 3-1 at the SMiSA Stadium.The Buddies fell behind to Benjamin Kimpioka’s early goal but Scott Tanser’s sublime long-range effort made it 1-1 at the break.St Mirren captain Mark O’Hara made it 2-1 with...Full Story »

Ruud van Nistelrooy wants to stay at Man Utd as Ruben Amorim talks continue

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by PA

Ruud van Nistelrooy has indicated he wants to be a part of Ruben Amorim’s new coaching set-up after the interim Manchester United manager oversaw an entertaining Carabao Cup win against Leicester.Erik ten Hag this week paid for a poor start to his third season in charge as the Old Trafford hierarchy unanimously decided enough was enough following Sunday’s late loss at West Ham.Van Ni...Full Story »

Eddie Howe feels cup win over Chelsea can be a big moment in Newcastle’s season

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by PA

Eddie Howe was delighted with Newcastle’s response after they reached the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup for the third year in a row with a 2-0 win against Chelsea.The Magpies bounced back from Sunday’s Premier League defeat against the same opponents at Stamford Bridge as two first-half goals sealed victory on Tyneside.A mistake at the back allowed Alexander Isak to put Newcastle...Full Story »

Philippe Clement believes Rangers can still reduce ‘big gap’ at top of table

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by PA

Philippe Clement insists that Rangers can claw back the nine-point gap behind William Hill Premiership leaders Celtic and Aberdeen following the 2-1 defeat by the Dons at Pittodrie.Dons full-back Nicky Devlin fired in the opener after 31 minutes and Rangers keeper Jack Butland saved a Jamie McGrath penalty six minutes from the interval before Light Blues winger Ross McCausland had a goal chalked...Full Story »

Arsenal have some player in Ethan Nwaneri – Mikel Arteta

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by PA

Ethan Nwaneri’s performance delighted Mikel Arteta but did not surprise him as the 17-year-old’s superb strike helped Arsenal to a 3-0 win over Preston and into the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup.The teenager bent in a fine first-half goal after Gabriel Jesus’s first strike since January had set Arsenal on their way, with substitute Kai Havertz adding the third early in the ...Full Story »

Hibernian boss David Gray wanted more than draw from Ross County clash

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by PA

David Gray said Hibernian were looking for more than a point at Ross County considering the position they find themselves in the William Hill Premiership.A drab goalless draw was enough to lift Hibs off the foot of the table after rivals Hearts lost 2-1 against Kilmarnock.But Gray was looking to take more away from Dingwall with a result that could have got them further up the table.However, he ...Full Story »

Unai Emery defends his team selection after Aston Villa suffer cup knockout

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by PA

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery had no regrets about his team selection after watching his much-changed side crash out of the Carabao Cup to Crystal Palace.Emery made wholesale changes to his line-up, with Ollie Watkins, Emiliano Martinez, Youri Tielemans, Morgan Rogers, Amadou Onana and Ross Barkley not even in the matchday squad.And it came back to bite as Palace booked their spot in the last eigh...Full Story »

Arne Slot insists Cody Gakpo has big part to play at Liverpool after cup double

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by PA

Liverpool boss Arne Slot insisted Cody Gakpo is very much part of his Premier League plans after the forward’s stunning double set the Carabao Cup holders on course for the quarter-finals.Gakpo gave a timely reminder of his talents on Wednesday evening with a pair of powerful finishes before Luis Diaz sealed the Reds’ 3-2 fourth-round victory at Brighton.The Netherlands international...Full Story »

Stuart Kettlewell heaps praise on matchwinner Tawanda Maswanhise

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by PA

Motherwell boss Stuart Kettlewell lavished praise on Tawanda Maswanhise after his double secured victory over Dundee United at Tannadice.The Zimbabwean international netted either side of a Sam Dalby goal for the home side.And Kettlewell admitted the win over United set things up nicely for this weekend’s League Cup semi-final against Rangers at Hampden.The manager said: “Tawanda is ...Full Story »

Brendan Rodgers expects trio to be fit for semi-final showdown with Aberdeen

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by PA

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers feels they are going into Saturday’s Hampden showdown with unbeaten Aberdeen in ideal shape after a good day on and off the park for his squad.Second-half goals from Alistair Johnston and Arne Engels kept Celtic on top of the William Hill Premiership thanks to a 2-0 home win over Dundee.Celtic were without the injured Callum McGregor, Nicolas Kuhn and Adam Id...Full Story »

Neil Critchley bemoans Hearts’ poor defending against Kilmarnock

Posted Thursday, October 31, 2024 by PA

Hearts head coach Neil Critchley described his team’s defending as “poor” after suffering the first defeat of his reign in a 2-1 loss to Kilmarnock.The Jambos took the lead in the 44th minute through Alan Forrest following a commanding first-half display.But the visitors responded with two goals in five minutes after the break through Matty Kennedy and Kyle Vassell.The defeat l...Full Story »

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