Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Chelsea eyeing up January move for Roma's Paulo Dybala
Posted Tuesday, January 09, 2024 by Goal.com
Real Madrid to come up with a surprise bid for Everton defender
Real Madrid are reportedly preparing a surprise bid for Everton's young defender Jarron Branthwaite, according to the Daily Mail.
With David Alaba and Eder Militao ruled out with long-term injuries, Los Blancos are looking to sign a defender in the ongoing January transfer window.
Real Madrid to compete with Arsenal to sign Spo...Full Story »
Erik ten Hag: Manchester United should have taken more chances at Wigan
Posted Tuesday, January 09, 2024 by PA
Erik ten Hag admitted his Manchester United side should have scored more goals after they eased into the fourth round of the FA Cup with a 2-0 win over League One Wigan.United had 33 attempts at goal, 14 of them on target, but in the end only managed to beat Latics’ impressive young goalkeeper Sam Tickle twice, first with Diogo Dalot’s 22nd-minute curling shot and then with a 74th-mi...Full Story »
Manchester United ease into round four with comfortable win at Wigan
Posted Tuesday, January 09, 2024 by PA
Goals from Diogo Dalot and Bruno Fernandes saw Manchester United ease into the fourth round of the FA Cup and avoid any unwanted drama in a 2-0 win over League One Wigan.As they should have, United dominated a side 53 places below them, and the only complaint would be that they did not convert more of their 33 attempts on goal.As it was, Dalot’s 22nd-minute curler and a second-half penalty...Full Story »
Manchester United should have made more of chances in cup win – Diogo Dalot
Posted Tuesday, January 09, 2024 by PA
Diogo Dalot feels Manchester United produced a controlled performance to book their place in the FA Cup fourth round with a 2-0 win at Wigan.Dalot put the visitors in front after 22 minutes, with Bruno Fernandes later converting a second-half penalty.United dominated against the Sky Bet League One side, making 33 attempts on goal, which Dalot accepted they should have made more from.Job done! ...Full Story »
7M Daily Laugh - Arsenal 0-2 Liverpool (FA Cup)
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by 7M Sport
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Liverpool knock Arsenal out of the FA Cup. Arsenal's season is taking a dip
Arsenal 0-2 Liverpool (FA Cup)
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Real Madrid's Plan for The Summer 2024‣ Sign a Galactico Fo...Full Story »
PAIGE TURNER Paige Spiranac sends fans into meltdown in ‘really sexy dress’ and teases with very cheeky caption
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk
The golf influencer loves to upload snaps of herself from various courses around the world.
Paige Spiranac posed in a figure-hugging black dressFans love Paige's social media contentPaige has nearly four million Instagram followers
She has gathered an enormous fanbase on social media, boasting nearly four million Instagram followers.
For her most recent upload, Paige posed in a figure-hugging...Full Story »
KNOCKOUT Boxing ring girl Apollonia Llewellyn dazzles on festive trip to Paris as fans hail ‘gorgeous goddess’
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk
This time Apollonia jetted off to Paris for Christmas and struck some of her signature poses next to the Eiffel Tower.
Apollonia Llewellyn took social media by storm once more
The social media model also visited some of the most luxurious restaurants and spas the French capital has to offer.
Apollonia posted the following caption on Instagram: "Christmas in Paris."
The 23-year-old's 574,000 ...Full Story »
REAL DIL Glamorous sports presenter Diletta Leotta dubbed ‘most beautiful woman on planet earth’ as she dazzles at Juventus clash
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk
Leotta covered the Serie A clash between Juventus and Napoli at the Allianz Stadium on Friday.
Diletta Leotta stood out at Juventus vs Napoli with her silver outfit
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Leotta shares a series of glam pics across her social media channelsLeotta has attracted a...Full Story »
Man Utd, Newcastle in Barcelona contact for Christensen
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com
Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen is being linked with a return to England.
The Dane is in his third season with Barca, but has lost his first-choice status with the Blaugrana.
Sport says Christensen's situation has alerted major Premier League clubs.
Manchester United and Newcastle United are both in contact with Barca about Christensen.
However, any move is more likely at the end of...Full Story »
Rasmus Hojlund 'could define an era at Manchester United' says teammate
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by fourfourtwo.com
Casemiro believes Rasmus Hojlund has what it takes to become an era-defining player for Manchester United.
Signed for £72m from Atalanta last summer, Hojlund had to wait until his 15th Premier League appearance to score his first goal in the competition – a well-taken late winner in the 3-2 comeback win over Aston Villa on Boxing Day.
The Denmark striker's lack of goals has been n...Full Story »
Kylian Mbappe 'to join Real Madrid' with agreement finally reached to sign PSG star
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by Dailystar.co.uk
Kylian Mbappe has agreed to join Real Madrid when his PSG contract expires at the end of the season.
The Frenchman has been linked with a move to the Bernabeu for years and it appears Los Blancos have finally got their man, as per Foot Mercato. It's understood the two parties reached an agreement a few days ago, with Mbappe free to talk to clubs from New Year's Day due to his contractual situ...Full Story »
Bayern Munich boss Tuchel coy on Dier deal
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com
Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel is tightlipped is on their pursuit of Tottenham defender Eric Dier.
Dier is said to be moving to Bayern for £5m.
However, Tuchel laughed off the reports when it was put to him by local reporters.
Asked how Dier sounds, Tuchel replied: "English!"
He then added: "Have you already asked the sporting director? There will be no comment from me."Full Story »
Juventus to open contract extension talks with Weston McKennie as USMNT star gets just reward for rediscovering his best form in 2023-24
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by Goal.com
GOAL can confirm that Juventus are ready to open contract extension talks with USMNT midfielder Weston McKennie.
WHAT HAPPENED?McKennie's future was the subject of much speculation last summer, as he returned to Juventus following an ill-fated loan spell at Leeds. The American struggled to convince in the Premier League as the Whites suffered relegation, but rather than give the green light f...Full Story »
Some players can't handle Man United pressure - Ten Hag
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by ESPN
Erik ten Hag has suggested some players can't handle the pressure of representing Manchester United but insists signing for the club is still "the best challenge" for any footballer.
Ten Hag has sanctioned Donny van Beek's loan move to Eintracht Frankfurt in the January window while Jadon Sancho is set to return to former club Borussia Dortmund, also on loan.
Van de Beek was on a Ballon d'Or...Full Story »
Ex-Man Utd midfielder Lingard offered to Barcelona
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com
Former Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard has been offered to Barcelona.
Lingard has been offered to Barcelona, says Sport.
Tthe 31-year-old has emerged as a possible option for cash-strapped Barça to sign in the January window.
Lingard has trained with Al-Ettifaq and Everton as a free agent. The midfielder was released by Nottingham Forest over the summer.
The former England ...Full Story »
Jordan Henderson back to Liverpool? Jurgen Klopp admits he's spoken to England midfielder amid dismal form for Al-Ettifaq as Premier League transfer rumours ramp up
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by Goal.com
Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp has admitted that he has spoken to Jordan Henderson amid reports the midfielder wants to leave Al-Ettifaq.
WHAT HAPPENED?The England international is reported to be eager for a January transfer just six months after he moved to Saudi Arabia from Liverpool. A Premier League return may be on the cards and Klopp was asked about the prospect of him re-joining the Reds...Full Story »
Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Kylian Mbappe to snub Real Madrid move as Liverpool given real hope of mega deal for PSG forward
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by Goal.com
Report claims Mbappe has agreed Real move
In a sensational transfer twist, a new report from Footmercato has arrived that claims that Kylian Mbappe has reached an agreement with Real Madrid and will join them in the summer.
Earlier, The Times reported that Mbappe is reportedly unhappy with Los Blancos setting a deadline for the player and is planning to head to the Premier League with Liverp...Full Story »
‘We need to reset’ says Mikel Arteta as fading Arsenal exit FA Cup to Liverpool
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
Mikel Arteta admitted Arsenal need a psychological “reset” after they could not capitalise on chances in their 2-0 FA Cup third-round loss to Liverpool at the Emirates.The Gunners dominated the first half but Jakub Kiwior conceded an own goal after 80 minutes before Luis Diaz’s neat finish in second half added-time was enough for Jurgen Klopp’s men to claim victory.Arteta...Full Story »
‘It was a huge win’ says Trent Alexander-Arnold as Liverpool progress at Arsenal
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
Trent Alexander-Arnold hailed Liverpool’s late victory after their 2-0 win over Arsenal in the FA Cup third round.Jakub Kiwior conceded an own goal after 80 minutes before Luis Diaz’s neat finish in second half added-time was enough for Jurgen Klopp’s men to claim victory.Liverpool struggled to get going in the opening 45 before they found their rhythm late on to book their pla...Full Story »
Liverpool increase Arsenal’s misery with late double in FA Cup
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
Liverpool continue to battle on four fronts after Jakub Kiwior’s own goal and a stoppage-time strike by Luis Diaz sent them through to the FA Cup fourth round with a 2-0 win at Arsenal.Jurgen Klopp’s side were without captain Virgil van Dijk and Mohamad Salah, but after they were able to ride their luck in north London, stand-in skipper Trent Alexander-Arnold’s excellent late c...Full Story »
West Brom boss Carlos Corberan says Daryl Dike’s goal on return ‘a massive step’
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
West Brom boss Carlos Corberan saluted the returning Daryl Dike after the striker ended his eight-month injury nightmare.The United States international, out since April with a serious Achilles injury, scored as the Baggies cruised past Aldershot 4-1 in the FA Cup third round.First-half goals from Nathaniel Chalobah Jovan Malcolm also made it a Sunday stroll for the hosts before Tom Fellows&rsqu...Full Story »
Daniel Farke hails Patrick Bamford’s ‘world-class’ strike in Leeds’ FA Cup win
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
Delighted Leeds boss Daniel Farke believes Patrick Bamford is getting back to his best after a “world-class” strike in the 3-0 FA Cup win at Peterborough.Bamford’s stunning volley early in the second half helped Leeds smoothly negotiate a potential banana skin at the Sky Bet League One title chasers.The 30-year-old’s first goal of the campaign arrived in his first start o...Full Story »
These guys win games – Pep Guardiola welcomes return of ‘unique’ Kevin De Bruyne
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
Pep Guardiola hailed Kevin De Bruyne as exceptional and unique after his impressive return to action in Manchester City’s FA Cup stroll against Huddersfield.The Belgian playmaker appeared as a 57th-minute substitute and set up a goal as the holders breezed past the Championship strugglers 5-0 in a one-sided third-round tie at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.It was De Bruyne’s first outi...Full Story »
Phil Parkinson dedicates FA Cup win at Shrewsbury to Wrexham supporters
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson said it was “a day for our supporters” after his side beat Shrewsbury 1-0 to secure their place in the FA Cup fourth round.The Croud Meadow witnessed something of an upset as the Sky Bet League Two side got the better of the League One Shrews thanks to a Thomas O’Connor goal.Parkinson said: “Today was a day for our supporters and not just the o...Full Story »
It changes plan – Nuno Espirito Santo bemoans lack of break as Forest get replay
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo said his side’s winter break plans were in disarray after they were forced to an FA Cup third-round replay by Blackpool at the City Ground.Forest needed to come from two goals down to earn a 2-2 draw with the League One side, who beat them 4-1 at this stage last season, meaning the tie will be decided at Bloomfield Road in the week commencing Janu...Full Story »
Injuries are part of football – Moyes stands by decision to play strongest team
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
David Moyes saw his injury worries mount up as West Ham were held to a 1-1 FA Cup draw by Bristol City.Lucas Paqueta set up Jarrod Bowen’s goal after just four minutes, but limped off shortly after with a recurrence of a knee injury.Defender Konstantinos Mavropanos was also forced off with a shoulder problem before half-time.Lucas Paqueta (left) limped out of the action (Jonathan Brady/PA)...Full Story »
York snatch late equaliser against Boreham Wood
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
Adam Crookes grabbed an injury-time equaliser for National League draw specialists York, levelling after a long-range strike from Boreham Wood’s Chris Bush.Bush let fly from distance in the 83rd minute, summoning enough power to beat the best efforts of Minstermen goalkeeper George Sykes-Kenworthy for his first of the season.That looked to be enough to seal back-to-back victories for Luke ...Full Story »
Wrexham upset League One Shrewbury thanks to Thomas O’Connor strike
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
Thomas O’Connor’s goal secured Wrexham a 1-0 FA Cup win at Shrewsbury as they reached the fourth round for the second year running.The hosts went close midway through the first half when Jordan Shipley floated a cross to the back post for Tunmise Sobowale to run on to but he skied his effort over the bar.Wrexham had an effort just after half-time through Paul Mullin, who won the ball...Full Story »
Luton frustrated by League One promotion hopefuls Bolton in FA Cup
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
Luton were frustrated by League One high-flyers Bolton as the teams played out a drab goalless draw in the FA Cup third round at Kenilworth Road.Rob Edwards fielded a near-full strength side in spite of the hosts’ ongoing fight to survive in their debut Premier League campaign, but they were unable to break down the side currently sitting second in the third tier.Alfie Doughty struck a pos...Full Story »
West Brom thrash National League Aldershot to reach FA Cup fourth round
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
West Brom cruised into the FA Cup fourth round after a first-half blitz against Aldershot.Early goals from Nathaniel Chalobah and Jovan Malcolm set the Baggies on course for a 4-1 win and ended any thoughts the National League visitors had of a shock.Daryl Dike – making his first appearance since April following a serious Achilles injury – added a third before half-time with the gulf...Full Story »
Kevin De Bruyne returns as Phil Foden inspires FA Cup rout of Huddersfield
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
Kevin De Bruyne made an eye-catching return and Phil Foden struck twice as holders Manchester City thrashed Huddersfield 5-0 in the FA Cup third round.Julian Alvarez and Jeremy Doku were also on target as City – further aided by an own goal – swept aside their Championship opponents in a one-sided third-round tie at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.The impact of the in-form Foden was aga...Full Story »
Forest battle from two goals down to earn FA Cup replay against Blackpool
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
Nottingham Forest had to come from two goals down to avoid FA Cup third-round history repeating itself as they earned a 2-2 draw with League One Blackpool.Forest looked like heading out to the Seasiders at this stage for a second straight year when they conceded twice in three first-half minutes, with Jordan Lawrence-Gabriel and Albie Morgan getting the goals.But the Premier League outfit hit ba...Full Story »
Tommy Conway equaliser earns Bristol City an FA Cup replay against West Ham
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
David Moyes faces a trip back to his former club after West Ham were held to a 1-1 FA Cup draw by Bristol City.The Hammers looked on course for a comfortable afternoon when Jarrod Bowen fired them into an early lead.It proved to be anything but, however, after a second-half equaliser from Tommy Conway secured a replay for the rocking Robins.West Ham’s squad would have been given a whole a ...Full Story »
Patrick Bamford’s stunning strike helps Leeds to victory at Peterborough
Posted Monday, January 08, 2024 by PA
Patrick Bamford’s moment of brilliance lit up Leeds’ smooth FA Cup passage as they eased to a 3-0 win at Peterborough.The forward was handed only his second start of the campaign as boss Daniel Farke rang the changes.And Bamford responded by delivering a stunning strike shortly after half-time to double an advantage provided by Ethan Ampadu’s first goal in Leeds colours.Captain...Full Story »
SLICK VIK Ex-Premier League Wag and ‘world’s sexiest woman’ stuns as she shares ‘after hours’ pictures in revealing black dress
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk
The former Premier League Wag has gathered a huge Instagram following in recent years.
Viktoria Varga stunned in a black dressThe social media star visited Dubai on holidayViktoria has over 600,000 Instagram followersThe model regularly delights her followers with her Insta snaps
Viktoria wed former Southampton star Graziano Pelle in July 2022.
And the Hungarian model has long been a hit with...Full Story »
HAVING A BALL Thibaut Courtois’s gorgeous Wag Mishel Gerzig shows off her incredible figure in revealing purple lingerie
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk
The 25-year-old Israeli did national military service from 18.
Mishel Gerzig models lingerie for Dutch form Hunkemoller
Mishel — seen here modelling for Dutch firm Hunkemoller — said: "I was captain of rescue ships with 15 soldiers under my command. It allowed me to meet wonderful people."
She is married to Real Madrid goalie Thibaut Courtois, 31 — who took her to a Christma...Full Story »
Wild life of ex-Stoke star Jese – Big Brother revenge, sex scandal
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by Dailystar.co.uk
Jese Rodriguez endured a less than productive one year loan spell at Stoke City
When he first appeared on the scene, Jese Rodriguez was billed as Real Madrid's long-term replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo.
If his football ability was anything close to his capacity for grabbing negative headlines and drama, he would have surpassed anything the five-time Ballon d'Or winner achieved. At the age of...Full Story »
7M Daily Laugh - Welcome to Tottenham : Timo Werner
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by 7M Sport
Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.
Arsenal and Liverpool see each other three times in 44 days. Can't escape each other
57'—Chelsea 0-0 Preston FT—Chelsea 4-0 Preston
Welcome to Tottenham : Timo Werner
TIME FLIES BY VERY QUICKLY...
What are You Most Excited to Watch?
Which TEAM would You Rather Prefer? — TEAM "ALPHA" ...Full Story »
DONE DEAL: Roma sign Juventus defender Dean Huijsen
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com
Roma have signed Juventus defender Dean Huijsen.
Huijsen joins Roma on-loan for the remainder of the season.
"I was immediately impressed by the welcome I received," Huijsen told the Roma website.
“It was not difficult for me to choose Roma. I'm joining a great club with a great coach and many champions with whom I'll have the privilege of sharing the changing room. I hope that we can...Full Story »
Tottenham agree terms with RB Leipzig for Timo Werner
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com
Tottenham have reached terms with RB Leipzig for Timo Werner.
The former Chelsea striker is joining Spurs on-loan to June. The agreement includes a permanent option.
Werner may undergo a medical in London today ahead of signing terms.
"It's right that Timo wants to go on loan. Timo would like to go to the European Championship," RBL coach Marco Rose told Sky Germany.
"We wish him all the b...Full Story »
Chelsea boss Pochettino: Sign Henderson...?
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com
Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has played down early talk of a move for Al-Ettifaq midfielder Jordan Henderson.
The former Liverpool captain is being linked with a January return to England.
Pochettino, asked about signing Henderson, said after their FA Cup win against Preston: "To be honest we didn't talk about names. At the moment we are not talking about bringing players.
"I saw Behdad...Full Story »
Liverpool enquire about signing £20.5m Leeds ace
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by Caughtoffside.com
Leeds United star Crysencio Summerville is attracting interest from several Premier League clubs ahead of the 2024 summer transfer window and Liverpool are one side that have joined the race.
According to Anfield Watch, the Reds are interested in the Leeds star who has been exceptional in the Championship this season.
The winger has scored 12 goals and assisted a further six across 23 match...Full Story »
Arsenal ready to make £60m summer move for long-term target with nine assists this season
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by Caughtoffside.com
Arsenal have held a long-term interest in Wolves’ Pedro Neto and the Gunners will reportedly make a move for the winger next summer.
The Portuguese star will not be going anywhere during the current window, reports Todofichajes, but the Wolves star is expected to be the subject of bids from Arsenal and Man City during the summer transfer window.
Mikel Arteta has held a long-term interest...Full Story »
Man Utd draw up 'same transfer plan' for Mason Greenwood and Jadon Sancho
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by Express.co.uk
Manchester United stars Jadon Sancho and Mason Greenwood are in the same boat.
Jadon Sancho and Mason Greenwood's fates will be decided in the summer (Image: GETTY)
Manchester United will reportedly make a final decision on Jadon Sancho and Mason Greenwood's futures in the summer, by which point a new sporting director is expected to have their feet under the table at Old Trafford.
According ...Full Story »
Tottenham dream January transfer window - Low-ball Chelsea deal, £25m defender, Juve talks
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by Express.co.uk
Tottenham and Ange Postecoglou need a busy January transfer window to reignite the season (Image: GETTY)
With the crunch middle section of the football season fast approaching, Tottenham and manager Ange Postecoglou know some pivotal decisions have to be made to keep lofty ambitions alive.
Spurs enter the new year sitting fifth in the Premier League table, just six points adrift of leaders Liv...Full Story »
Man Utd eye sensational move for Michael Olise involving Aaron Wan-Bissaka swap deal as Liverpool join race for highly-rated Crystal Palace winger
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by Goal.com
Manchester United are plotting a bid for Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise and are prepared to offer Aaron Wan-Bissaka as part of the deal.
United eye move for Crystal Palace star
Willing to send Wan-Bissaka back to Eagles
Liverpool also in for French winger
WHAT HAPPENED?The Red Devils will propose giving the full-back back to the Eagles in part of a bid to bring Olise to Old Trafford...Full Story »
Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Timo Werner seals Premier League return as Tottenham reach agreement with RB Leipzig for ex-Chelsea star
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by Goal.com
Spurs in talks to sign star Chelsea midfielder
Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly initiated talks with Chelsea to sign Conor Gallagher in the January transfer window, according to Football Insider.
Gallagher, who has 18 months left in his existing contract, could be allowed to leave if the North London side are willing to pay a transfer fee in the region of £45-50million.
Al-Hilal eyein...Full Story »
Unai Emery impressed by Aston Villa maturity after late winner at Middlesbrough
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by PA
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery hailed his side’s mentality as they beat Middlesbrough 1-0 in their third-round FA Cup clash at the Riverside.The Premier League high-flyers reached the fourth round thanks to Matty Cash’s deflected winner in the 87th minute.Villa had chances in the first half from Jhon Duran and Leander Dendoncker before threatening in the first 15 minutes of the secon...Full Story »
Sheff Wed boss Danny Rohl grateful for double penalty-saving hero Cameron Dawson
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by PA
Sheffield Wednesday boss Danny Rohl was grateful to Cameron Dawson after the goalkeeper’s penalty-saving heroics helped seal a 4-0 FA Cup win against Cardiff.Dawson kept out quickfire spot-kicks from Cardiff skipper Ryan Wintle and Callum Robinson inside the opening seven minutes after Josh Windass had given Wednesday a second-minute lead.The Owls keeper was in inspired form for his hometo...Full Story »
Mauricio Pochettino pushes Armando Broja to fulfil his potential at Chelsea
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by PA
Mauricio Pochettino praised Armando Broja as one of the most promising young strikers in Europe after his goal helped Chelsea to a 4-0 FA Cup third-round win over Preston.The 22-year-old started in place of Nicolas Jackson, who is away at the Africa Cup of Nations, and netted his team’s opening goal early in the second half at Stamford Bridge.Preston had done a fine job in the first period...Full Story »
There were some positives – New boss Luke Williams happy with Swansea’s victory
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by PA
New Swansea manager Luke Williams was satisfied with his side’s 2-0 FA Cup third round win against Morecambe.Second-half goals from Charlie Patino and Jerry Yates saw the Sky Bet Championship club into the fourth round despite a somewhat laboured performance.Williams was only unveiled two days ago, joining from League Two Notts County after the Swans hierarchy took more than a month to app...Full Story »
Cameron Dawson saves two Cardiff penalties and helps send Sheff Wed through
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by PA
Sheffield Wednesday goalkeeper Cameron Dawson saved two penalties inside the opening seven minutes in his side’s 4-0 FA Cup win against Cardiff.Josh Windass fired the Owls ahead in the second minute in a whirlwind start to this third-round tie at Hillsborough before Dawson kept out quickfire spot-kicks from Ryan Wintle and Callum Robinson.The 28-year-old keeper was in inspired form for his...Full Story »
Swansea ease past Morecambe to progress in Luke Williams’ first match in charge
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by PA
Swansea eased their way into the FA Cup fourth round with a 2-0 win against Sky Bet League Two strugglers Morecambe.Second-half goals from midfielders Charlie Patino and Jerry Yates saw the Sky Bet Championship side safely into the hat and secured victory in new manager Luke Williams’ opening match in charge.While Swansea were never seriously troubled, they were laboured at times and made ...Full Story »
Chelsea produce second-half goal blitz against Preston to progress in FA Cup
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by PA
Chelsea scored three times in 11 second-half minutes to ease into the fourth round of the FA Cup with a 4-0 win over Preston at Stamford Bridge.A frustrating showing from Mauricio Pochettino’s side, in which they hogged the ball throughout the first half but carved few openings, burst to life 13 minutes after the break with Armando Broja heading in his second goal of the season from Malo G...Full Story »
Matty Cash’s late deflected strike earns Aston Villa FA Cup win at Middlesbrough
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by PA
Matty Cash’s late winner saw Aston Villa progress to the fourth round of the FA Cup as they beat Middlesbrough 1-0.Carabao Cup semi-finalists Boro were denied another cup run when Cash’s deflected strike found the bottom corner in the 87th minute.The Premier League side had threatened from corners in the second half and a set-piece ultimately proved to be Boro’s undoing as Unai...Full Story »
Troy Deeney criticises players after Forest Green let rare win slip at Salford
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by PA
Troy Deeney expressed his anger as he was denied a first Forest Green win in a dramatic 2-2 draw at Salford, whose new manager Karl Robinson saw red in his first game in charge.New Ammies boss Robinson was sent off 14 minutes into his Moor Lane bow to set the tone for an action-packed afternoon.The hosts had handed their new head coach – who was appointed on Friday – a dream start th...Full Story »
Valerien Ismael pleased with Watford’s second-half reaction against Chesterfield
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by PA
Watford head coach Valerien Ismael was pleased at the second-half reaction from his side, as they spared their FA Cup blushes with a 2-1 win over Chesterfield.A goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time from Tom Dele-Bashiru broke the hearts of the National League leaders, who would have felt they deserved at least a replay.Watford won their first FA Cup third-round tie at home since 2018, and p...Full Story »
Roberto De Zerbi wants more from two-goal Brighton hero Joao Pedro
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by PA
Brighton head coach Roberto De Zerbi admits he will demand more from Joao Pedro even though only Erling Haaland and Mohamed Salah have scored more this season.The Brazilian’s late double in a 4-2 victory at Stoke avoided a potential FA Cup upset and took his personal tally to 15 in his maiden campaign for the Seagulls.It equalled Glenn Murray’s 15-goal haul from the 2018-19 season an...Full Story »
Scott Lindsey hails ‘unbelievable character’ as Crawley triumph at Bradford
Posted Sunday, January 07, 2024 by PA
Scott Lindsey praised Crawley’s character after they scored twice in stoppage time to clinch a dramatic 4-2 win at Bradford.The visitors had been trailing 2-1 before Adam Campbell’s 85th-minute equaliser.They then went on to complete a stunning comeback with Danilo Orsi and Klaidi Lolos scoring in the 10 added minutes.Manager Lindsey said: “It was a big victory. We showed unbel...Full Story »