Barcelona learning from their mistakes? Blaugrana to demand signed guarantee from La Liga that Lionel Messi can be registered
Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by Goal.com
Barcelona will ask La Liga for a guarantee that they'll be able to register Lionel Messi before completing his signing, according to reports.
WHAT HAPPENED? The Catalan club are keen to re-sign the Argentine legend this summer, with it all-but certain that he'll leave Paris Saint-Germain upon the expiry of his contract. But Spanish media outlet Sport claim Barca want assurances from the leagu...Full Story »
Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Manchester United push to sign Adrien Rabiot again
Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by Goal.com
Man Utd leading race to sign Osimhen
Manchester United are currently leading the race to sign Napoli's star striker Victor Osimhen according to Il Mattino.
The report suggests that Chelsea scouts were present during Napoli's Serie A defeat at the hands of Monza and were left unimpressed with the forward's underwhelming performance.
Wrexham extend Paul Mullin's contract
Wrexham have confirm...Full Story »
Tottenham turn to Brentford boss Thomas Frank after cooling interest in Julian Nagelsmann & receiving Vincent Kompany contract blow
Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by Goal.com
Tottenham have reportedly turned their attentions to Brentford's Thomas Frank over the vacant permanent manager's job at the club.
THE BIGGER PICTURE: The club's search for a new long-term boss – with Ryan Mason taking caretaker charge for the rest of the season – has been chequered so far. After sacking Antonio Conte, they've turned down the chance to re-appoint Mauricio Pochetti...Full Story »
Man City not given up on extending Ilkay Gundogan deal - sources
Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by ESPN
Manchester City have not given up hope of agreeing a new contract with Ilkay Gundogan and have not been informed that he intends to leave this summer, sources have told ESPN.
Gundogan's deal is set to expire in June and if fresh terms are not agreed, the Germany international will leave the Etihad on a free transfer.
His contract situation has alerted Barcelona and at least one club in Italy...Full Story »
PSG make key Man City star their number one target to replace Lionel Messi
Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com
Lionel Messi is set to leave Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season and the Ligue 1 leaders are targeting a Man City star to replace the World Cup winner this summer.
Messi is out of contract at the end of the season and his departure will leave PSG without a number 10 – who can also play on the right.
At Man City, Bernardo Silva is a star that can play both roles and his work r...Full Story »
Liverpool won’t let up in battle for top-four spot, says Jurgen Klopp
Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by PA
Jurgen Klopp vowed Liverpool will maintain the pressure in the race for the Champions League after a routine 3-0 win at Leicester.Curtis Jones’ quickfire double and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s fabulous goal kept their push for the top four alive while plunging the Foxes closer to the drop.Second-bottom Leicester are two points from Premier League safety with two games left and go to New...Full Story »
Curtis Jones inspires Liverpool to leave Leicester on the brink
Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by PA
Curtis Jones’ double pushed Leicester to the brink of relegation as Liverpool cruised to a 3-0 win – two years to the day since the Foxes’ FA Cup triumph.The midfielder’s first-half brace and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s stunner eased the visitors to victory as the hosts capitulated to leave them staring at the drop.That it came on the anniversary of their first ever FA...Full Story »
Pochettino needs ‘a miracle’ to keep Mason Mount at Chelsea with relations at all-time low as Arsenal eye £60m transfer
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk
MAURICIO POCHETTINO faces a massive uphill battle to keep Mason Mount at Chelsea.
The incoming boss has targeted the £60million-rated midfielder's contract stand-off as one of his main priorities when he takes over at the end of this season.
Incoming Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino will need a "miracle" to keep Mason Mount
But SunSport understands Pochettino's arrival is coming too late...Full Story »
Alisson only thinking of Liverpool future
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson says he's happily settled at Anfield.
The Brazilian recently earned his 100th clean sheet with the Reds, with many rating him their best keeper since Ray Clemence.
"Ray had over 600 matches for Liverpool (665)," said Alisson. "I don't know if I can play that amount here, but I'm already looking forward to the next 50 or 100 clean sheets, and for the next one in t...Full Story »
Feyenoord clinch Dutch title for first time since 2017 with win over
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by ESPN
Feyenoord wrapped up the Dutch championship with two games to spare after two early goals set them on their way to a 3-0 win over Go Ahead Eagles in Rotterdam on Sunday.
Feyenoord took an unassailable lead at the top of the standings to spark wild celebrations in the port city, as they sealed the title for the first time since 2017.
Oussama Idrissi opened the scoring in the 15th minute, befo...Full Story »
Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Man Utd-linked Ansu Fati wants to stay in Spain
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Goal.com
Liverpool receive boost as Barcelona cool interest in Ruben Neves
A report from Spanish publication SPORT claims that Barcelona have dropped out of the race to sign Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves, with Liverpool getting a significant transfer boost as a result.
The Catalans isn't someone who the sporting management believes to be the ideal successor to Sergio Busquets, who will be leaving the c...Full Story »
Man United set to reignite interest in out of contract French star this summer
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com
Manchester United are said to be reigniting their interest in France and Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot.
That’s according to L’Equipe, with the player’s contract set to expire at the end of the season. This would mean that Rabiot wouldn’t cost the Red Devils a single penny.
Man United were interested in the Frenchman last summer and he looked set to sign, with Sky ...Full Story »
Paul Pogba walks off pitch crying as ex-Man Utd star left devastated after another injury
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Express.co.uk
Former Manchester United star Paul Pogba was reduced to tears after being forced off with another injury as his fitness problems continue to plague him at Juventus. The Frenchman became overwhelmed with emotion after suffering another devastating setback, having only recently returned from a lengthy spell out, as he walked off the pitch in their match against Cremonese on Sunday night.
The 30-y...Full Story »
Barcelona clinch first LaLiga title since Lionel Messi's departure
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by ESPN
Barcelona have been crowned LaLiga champions for the first time since 2019 after winning 4-2 away at Espanyol in Sunday's Catalan derby.
Robert Lewandowski scored twice in the first half either side of Alex Balde's back-post strike to set Barca on their way. Jules Kounde added a fourth after the break as Barca cruised to a win that put them 14 points clear of second-placed Real Madrid to clinch...Full Story »
7M Daily Laugh - Man City close to PL Champion
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by 7M Sport
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BARCELONA WIN LA LIGA FOR THE 27TH TIME
Arsenal 0-3 Brighton
Man City close to PL ChampionEverton 0-3 Man City
Real Madrid have lost interest in signing Kylian Mbappe because they believe Vinicius Junior is better, according to Marca
Just a friendly reminder about who the biggest E...Full Story »
Ex-Barcelona WAG's boobs spill out dress as fans praise 'world's hottest woman'
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk
Former Barcelona WAG Jessica Goicoechea's boobs spilled out of her dress as she attended a red-carpet event.
Goicoechea, who's the other half of Spanish centre-back Marc Bartra, left her fans speechless with a series of revealing photos that left little to the imagination on her Instagram.
The Spanish model, 26, was on her way to a charity event at the Museu Nacional D'art de Catalunya, Barc...Full Story »
World Cup's sexiest fan's miniscule thong has fans begging 'go to Brazzers'
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk
Ivana Knoll – dubbed the 'World Cup's sexiest fan' has left fans drooling with steamy lingerie pictures.
The Croatian beauty showed off her incredible curves as she posed in an all black thong in front of a mirror while out in California. Knoll captioned the Instagram post with a chilli and a flame, with no words necessary to accommodate the sizzling post.
Knoll gained plenty of suppor...Full Story »
Stunning OnlyFans star and ex-footballer Madelene Wright leaves little to the imagination as she strips to her underwear
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk
ONLYFANS star and former footballer Madelene Wright has stripped down to her underwear for her social media followers.
The former Charlton star took to Instagram to share her latest picture.
It showed her in grey matching Calvin Klein underwear as she relaxed on her carpet floor.
And she also shared the link for her OnlyFans.
Madelene, who has shifted her career away from football to becom...Full Story »
Mark Hughes feels Bradford’s win over Carlisle was great advert for League Two
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA
Mark Hughes felt Bradford’s 1-0 play-off semi-final win over Carlisle was a great advert for Sky Bet League Two.The Valley Parade crowd of 20,575 was the highest for this stage in the fourth tier.Jamie Walker scored the only goal after 18 minutes to give the Bantams the edge for the return at Brunton Park next Saturday.Manager Hughes said: “The atmosphere tonight was incredible. It&r...Full Story »
Jamie Walker goal gives Bradford advantage over Carlisle in play-off semi-final
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA
Jamie Walker gave Bradford the first-leg advantage over Carlisle following a 1-0 win in their Sky Bet League Two play-off semi-final.The Scottish midfielder scored the only goal in a close encounter at Valley Parade – a game watched by the largest crowd at this stage in the fourth tier.The 20,575 attendance saw Carlisle pile on the pressure in the second half but Mark Hughes’ Bradfor...Full Story »
Mikel Arteta apologises to fans after Arsenal are blown away by Brighton
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA
A frustrated Mikel Arteta apologised to the Arsenal supporters after a crushing 3-0 loss at home to Brighton all but ended their Premier League title hopes.Second-half goals from Julio Enciso, Deniz Undav and Pervis Estupinan earned the Seagulls a deserved victory at the Emirates that means Manchester City need one more win from their final three games to defend their crown.City could be champio...Full Story »
My club has suffered – Emma Hayes hopes FA Cup win brings ‘joy’ to Chelsea fans
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA
Chelsea boss Emma Hayes praised striker Sam Kerr as she dedicated her side’s third consecutive FA Cup victory to Blues fans in a year in which she feels the wider club has “suffered”.Kerr struck the winner past England goalkeeper Mary Earps to fire Chelsea to a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in front of a crowd of 77,390 at Wembley, a new world record for a women&rsquo...Full Story »
Brighton put the boot into Arsenal’s title hopes with victory at the Emirates
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA
Arsenal’s fading Premier League titles hopes are all but over after second-half goals by Julio Enciso, Deniz Undav and Pervis Estupinan earned Brighton a stunning 3-0 win at the Emirates.The result means Manchester City only need one more victory from their final three games to defend their crown and they could be confirmed as champions as early as Saturday night if Mikel Arteta’s si...Full Story »
It’s not necessary what he does – Pep Guardiola hits out at Everton’s Yerry Mina
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was unhappy with Everton defender Yerry Mina for what he implied were underhand and unsporting tactics during their 3-0 win at Goodison Park.The Colombia international was involved in one visible incident with Aymeric Laporte at a corner in the first half in which the City centre-back slapped his opponent in the stomach following an altercation and Mina fell...Full Story »
West Ham boss David Moyes questions ‘strange’ VAR decision to rule out goal
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA
David Moyes believes West Ham have been on the wrong end of too many strange VAR decisions.Having been denied penalties for handballs against Liverpool and Manchester United in recent weeks, the Hammers had a goal contentiously ruled out in their 2-0 defeat at Brentford.When Said Benrahma’s cross came back off a post it hit Divin Mubama, who had put his hand up to prevent himself from cras...Full Story »
Sam Kerr strike seals third straight FA Cup for Chelsea
Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA
Sam Kerr’s second-half strike was all it took to win the FA Cup for Chelsea as they beat Manchester United 1-0 in front of a world record crowd of 77,390 at Wembley.The sold-out fixture smashed the previous best tally for a women’s domestic club match, 60,739, set when Atletico Madrid hosted Barcelona in 2019.United, who started brightly, were hoping to win their first major silverwa...Full Story »
Ilkay Gundogan at the double as Manchester City maintain march toward title
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Midfielder Ilkay Gundogan continued his scoring streak with another two goals as Manchester City edged closer to a fifth Premier League title in six seasons following a 3-0 win over Everton.Pep Guardiola’s side now only need a maximum of three points from their final three matches to extend their stranglehold on the championship trophy after a straightforward afternoon at Goodison ParkGund...Full Story »
Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa on target as Brentford beat makeshift West Ham
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa fired Brentford to a 2-0 victory in a Sunday stroll against makeshift West Ham.David Moyes’ priorities clearly lie elsewhere despite not being mathematically safe from relegation, with the Hammers boss making nine changes to his side ahead of Thursday night’s Europa Conference League semi-final second leg against AZ Alkmaar.However, if Moyes wa...Full Story »
Michael Carrick ready for second leg with ‘clean slate’ after Coventry stalemate
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick believes his side and Coventry will go into the second leg of their Championship play-off semi-final with a ‘clean slate’ after they played out a 0-0 draw at the CBS Arena.The two teams largely cancelled each other out on a warm afternoon, with the Sky Blues unable to make home advantage count as they failed to register a shot on target.The resul...Full Story »
Coventry and Middlesbrough set for tense second leg after stalemate
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
There was no breakthrough in the first leg of the Championship semi-final between Coventry and Middlesbrough as the two sides played out a cagey 0-0 draw at the CBS Arena.There were few chances over the course of the 90 minutes, with Coventry goalkeeper Ben Wilson required to make a couple of decent saves in the first half.Frustratingly for the Sky Blues, who have waited 22 years for a chance to...Full Story »
Emotion of anniversary got the better of Aberdeen’s players – Barry Robson
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Aberdeen manager Barry Robson felt the emotion of the day got to his players as they held off a dominant Hibernian side to maintain third place in the cinch Premiership.Pittodrie was sold out, with fans paying tribute to the Gothenburg Greats as the club marked the 40th anniversary of their Cup Winners’ Cup triumph, but the Dons were never at the races and had goalkeeper Kelle Roos to than...Full Story »
Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner stuns in plunging crop top and leather trousers leaving England Wags in awe
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk
ANNIE KILNER has left England's Wags in awe after a racy post on Instagram.
Kyle Walker's wife posed in a plunging top leaving little to the imagination while taking the selfie in a bedroom.
Annie Kilner wowed in her recent Instagram postAnd was praised by plenty of other wagsKyle and Annie have been married since 2022Annie is a regular at England matches to show her support
Annie, 30, paired...Full Story »
I’m a former Man Utd masseur – Dwight Yorke went off the rails after treble and used to come in with yellow eyes
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk
DWIGHT YORKE "went off the rails" after Manchester United won the treble in 1999, the club's former masseuse has revealed.
Sir Alex Ferguson's side produced a historic campaign 24 years ago when they claimed the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League.
Dwight Yorke, right, won the treble with Manchester United in 1999He was also known for his party lifestyle and briefly dated Katie Price
...Full Story »
Premier League duo are married to pop stars who represented countries at Eurovision
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk
David de Gea's stunning wife performed at Eurovision
Eurovision rolls back into town on Saturday evening - and this year it's back on these shores with Liverpool selected to host the showpiece.
And as Mae Muller looks to win the UK its first title since 1997, some Premier League players are sure to be tuning in. There will be special interest from Manchester United shot-stopper David de Gea an...Full Story »
7M Daily Laugh - Leeds 2-2 Newcastle
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by 7M Sport
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Chelsea 2-2 Nottm ForestAston Villa 2-1 TottenhamMan Utd 2-0 Wolves
Leeds 2-2 Newcastle
This version of Messi was wild
Thierry Henry
Kun Aguero: "I don't understand Real Madrid, I think they train all season and only think about the Champions League."
Spurs fans seeing the Pochettino to Chelsea news
&nbs...Full Story »
Real Madrid boss Ancelotti provides Eduardo Camavinga injury update ahead of Man City 2nd leg
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by 101 GREAT GOALS
Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti has, late on Saturday, provided an update on the wellbeing of Eduardo Camavinga.
For those not aware, midfield sensation Camavinga set pulses racing across the Real fanbase a short time ago.
This came upon Los Blancos welcoming Getafe to the Santagio Bernabeu, for a La Liga clash.
When all was said and done, the evening's hosts got the job done, albeit...Full Story »
Liverpool legend Souness: I hope Milner forgives me
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com
Liverpool legend Graeme Souness has apologised to James Milner.
When Newcastle boss, Souness was unhappy with Milner's decision to leave for Aston Villa on-loan.
"I was discussing leadership with Simon Jordan. James Milner was one of those I named as a leader I would want in my dressing room. At Newcastle, I knew him as a young boy," Souness wrote in his Daily Mail column.
"He has matured i...Full Story »
Arsenal have 'verbal agreement' with £95m star at the Emirates
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by givemesport.com
Arsenal are now edging ever closer to agreeing a contract extension with Bukayo Saka, CBS reporter Ben Jacobs revealed to GIVEMESPORT.
Jacobs believes the deal is imminent, with Arsenal having been in talks with Saka's representatives for much of the campaign.
Arsenal contract news - Bukayo Saka
According to a report from The Athletic's David Ornstein, Saka has agreed a new long-term contra...Full Story »
Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Chelsea finalise Mauricio Pochettino deal - but he won't take over for Frank Lampard right away
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by Goal.com
Aston Villa and Newcastle tracking Abraham
Tammy Abraham Rom
According to Fichajes, Aston Villa and Newcastle United are interested in making a move for AS Roma forward Tammy Abraham.
AS Roma are open to entertaining offers starting at £40m, claims the report, with Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool, and Manchester United interested in Abraham.
Chelsea finalise Pochettino appointment...Full Story »
RB Leizpig prepared to make Manchester United target highest-paid player at the club – Christian Falk
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com
RB Leipzig remain determined as ever to hold on to star midfielder Dani Olmo beyond the upcoming summer window, offering the Spaniard a contract that would make him the highest-paid player at the club, as was revealed by Christian Falk in his latest exclusive Substack column.
Despite desiring a dream switch to Barcelona, the La Liga outfit's difficult finances could very well lead the Bundesl...Full Story »
Leeds confirm lifetime ban for fan who pushed Newcastle boss Eddie Howe
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by 101 GREAT GOALS
The punishment handed down to the Leeds United supporter who confronted Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe during the meeting between the two clubs has been confirmed late on Saturday evening.
For those who may have missed it, Howe was at the centre of a bizarre scene, late in today's action at Elland Road.
En route to an action-packed 2-2 stalemate, as proceedings rolled into injury time, a mem...Full Story »
Chelsea agree terms with Mauricio Pochettino to become new head coach - sources
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by ESPN
Chelsea have agreed terms with Mauricio Pochettino to become the club's new coach, sources told ESPN.
A contract is yet to be signed but that is now considered a formality with an official announcement expected in the coming days.
Caretaker boss Frank Lampard is set to remain in charge with Pochettino taking over at the end of the season.
Pochettino's backroom staff is expected to include his...Full Story »
Neil Wood pleased to be ahead but knows Salford have work to do at Stockport
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Salford boss Neil Wood knows his team “still have a job to do” after they beat Stockport 1-0 in the League Two play-off semi-final first leg at the Peninsula Stadium.Experienced striker Matt Smith bagged the decisive goal in the first half to hand the Ammies a slender lead ahead of next Saturday’s second clash back at Edgeley Park.Wood said: “I guess I’m pleased wit...Full Story »
Matt Smith gives Salford slender advantage over Stockport
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Salford claimed the advantage over local rivals Stockport with a 1-0 win in the first leg of their League Two play-off semi-final at the Peninsula Stadium.The hosts were much the better side on the night – and the shot statistics bore that out – but all they could muster was the single first-half goal from experienced striker Matt Smith.Neil Wood’s side could well go on to rue ...Full Story »
Tony Mowbray won’t let Sunderland play for a draw in second leg at Luton
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Tony Mowbray has no intention of playing for a draw at Luton after Sunderland earned a hard-fought lead in the first leg of the Sky Bet Championship play-off semi-final.The Black Cats will head for Luton on Tuesday evening with a 2-1 win under their belts, but under orders to follow it up with another victory at Kenilworth Road.Speaking after Saturday’s game at the Stadium of Light, Mowbra...Full Story »
Roy Hodgson: I won’t be telling Southgate to pick Eberechi Eze for England
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson refuses to step on Gareth Southgate’s toes when it comes to Eberechi Eze despite a two-goal afternoon from the England hopeful.The 24-year-old netted either side of half-time at Selhurst Park to lift his side to a 2-0 victory over Bournemouth, who could still secure their mathematical Premier League safety this weekend depending on results elsewhere.Eze was ...Full Story »
Amad Diallo’s stunner and Trai Hume’s header give Sunderland edge over Luton
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Trai Hume headed Sunderland to a comeback victory over Luton to ensure they have a priceless lead to defend in the second leg of their Sky Bet Championship play-off semi-final.Hume’s 63rd-minute effort secured a 2-1 first leg victory at a packed Stadium of Light after on-loan Manchester United midfielder Amad Diallo had cancelled out Elijah Adebayo’s early opener with a stunning stri...Full Story »
Derek McInnes hails Kilmarnock players for showing ‘fire and ice’ in vital win
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Kilmarnock manager Derek McInnes praised his players for displaying both ‘fire and ice’ in a vital 2-0 victory over Livingston which lifted them out of the cinch Premiership relegation zone.After a tense and goalless first half at Rugby Park, the home side secured all three points thanks to Kyle Vassell’s opener and a Danny Armstrong penalty awarded after a VAR check on handbal...Full Story »
Ian Evatt confident after Bolton hit back to draw first leg against Barnsley
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Bolton are in a strong position to book a second Wembley trip in six weeks, boss Ian Evatt insisted after his side’s play-off draw with Barnsley.The EFL Trophy winners failed to secure a first-leg advantage in their semi-final and were grateful as leading marksman Dion Charles scrambled in an equaliser after Nicky Cadden’s 64th-minute opener had put Barnsley in the driving seat ahead...Full Story »
Standards have not been good enough – Ruben Selles on Southampton’s relegation
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Ruben Selles admits standards at Southampton have not been good enough after Premier League relegation was sealed by a limp 2-0 loss to Fulham.Second-half goals from Carlos Vinicius and Aleksandar Mitrovic inflicted a club-record 24th defeat of the season on the division’s bottom side to leave them eight points from safety with two fixtures remaining.Captain James Ward-Prowse conceded at f...Full Story »
Notts County back in EFL with sub goalkeeper Archie Mair the shoot-out hero
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Substitute goalkeeper Archie Mair was the hero as Notts County beat Chesterfield in a Wembley penalty shoot-out to end a four-year absence from the English Football League.Mair, on loan from Norwich and sent on in the final minute of extra time for the spot-kick contest, denied Darren Oldaker and Jeff King with full-length saves as County won 4-3 on penalties after the game had been drawn 2-2 af...Full Story »
‘Huge talent’ Alejandro Garnacho backed to play key role in Man Utd’s run-in
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Erik ten Hag highlighted Alejandro Garnacho’s bravery, maturity and confidence after the Manchester United teenager made a goalscoring return after a two-month injury lay-off.The nascent 18-year-old talent, who recently signed a new deal until 2028, received an excellent reception on his first appearance since sustaining an ankle injury against Southampton on March 12.Garnacho was brought ...Full Story »
Steven Naismith bemoans Hearts’ first-half display at St Mirren
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Hearts interim manager Steven Naismith was critical of his players’ performance despite battling back from two goals with 10 men to claim a point at St Mirren.The Tynecastle side looked to be heading for another defeat after goals from Joe Shaughnessy and Ryan Strain had the hosts two goals to the good at half-time.But strikes from Josh Ginnelly and Lawrence Shankland, either side of Peter...Full Story »
Frank Lampard urges Chelsea to be more ruthless after Nottingham Forest draw
Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA
Frank Lampard called on his players to be killers in attack if they are to emulate Raheem Sterling’s two goals in the 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest and finally vanquish the team’s scoring woes.Chelsea were booed off at the break against struggling Forest, trailing to Taiwo Awoniyi’s header after Edouard Mendy had flapped at a cross on his return to the side.It then took ju...Full Story »