CHELSEA defender Antonio Rudiger and goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga had to be pulled apart after a 'pushing match' in training. Thomas Tuchel sent his German compatriot in early after tempers boiled over during a session on Easter Sunday. Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger had to be 'pulled apart' from Kepa Arrizabalaga after a training ground bust-up The Telegraph revealed that the argument was ...Full Story »

Frank Lampard fell out with the Chelsea board over their decision to keep Antonio Rudiger over Fiyako Tomori. Club legend Lampard was dismissed over a fortnight ago after a poor run of form saw Chelsea slipping out of contention for the top-four. Prior to his sacking, according to The Athletic, Lampard was at odds with the Chelsea hierarchy over their treatment of Tomori. The 23-year-old wa...Full Story »

MICHAIL ANTONIO left fans with their jaws on the floor after tweeting 'I love you with all my willy' in a hilarious Valentine's Day message to his wife. The West Ham star, 30, joined the hoards of loved-up couples in sharing a message for their other half on February 14. I love you with all my willy, I would say my heart but my willy is bigger 🤣 Happy vday everyone ❤️ #stolenquote #toog...Full Story »

TAMMY ABRAHAM has come to the defence of teammate Antonio Rudiger after the Chelsea star was criticised on social media in the wake of Frank Lampard's sacking. The Telegraph claims Rudiger was one of the most vocal players in Chelsea's Cobham training ground despite not featuring much under Lampard. Tammy Abraham has defended Antonio Rudiger after he was criticised in the wake of Frank Lampard...Full Story »

Michail Antonio snatched another victory for West Ham and denied former boss Sam Allardyce a precious point towards West Brom’s survival bid.Antonio, who scored the only goal of the game against Burnley at the weekend, struck again as the Hammers climbed to seventh following a 2-1 win.West Ham led through Jarrod Bowen but were pegged back by Matheus Pereira, Albion’s double-penalty h...Full Story »

Michail Antonio will lead the line for West Ham against West Brom.The 30-year-old faces his third game in eight days, despite only just returning from a hamstring injury, as he is the club’s only recognised forward.Arthur Masuaku is still sidelined after knee surgery.Sam Johnstone may return for West Brom after being sidelined with coronavirus.The goalkeeper missed Saturday’s 3-2 der...Full Story »

David Moyes was impressed by the performance of fit-again Michail Antonio as he fired West Ham to a 1-0 victory over Burnley.Antonio, back in the team after a couple of months out with hamstring problems, grabbed his fourth goal of the season as West Ham sank the Clarets.Hammers boss Moyes said: “Michy was very good for someone just coming back from injury.“He’s shown a great l...Full Story »

Premier League star Michail Antonio says playing football has been “easier” without fans in stadiums. The West Ham frontman believes having grounds empty due to Covid-19 restrictions has led to more goals. Players can hear each other when they shout instructions and feel more relaxed on the pitch. But he says it is harder to come back from a losing position because there are no su...Full Story »

West Ham will be without Arthur Masuaku and Michail Antonio for the visit of Crystal Palace.Wing-back Masuaku is sidelined after a knee operation and Antonio is still recovering from a hamstring injury.Said Benrahma is set to make his second start since joining from Brentford following an encouraging display in the win at Leeds last week.Mamadou Sakho faces a late fitness test ahead of Crystal P...Full Story »

West Ham will be without Michail Antonio for the visit of Manchester United.The striker has suffered another hamstring problem so record signing Sebastien Haller will get another chance up front.Winger Andriy Yarmolenko is back in training after self-isolating but full-back Ryan Fredericks has a groin issue.Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is a doubt due to a shoulder complaint.The 23-y...Full Story »

Franchi dreaming of PSG future Paris Saint-Germain have locked in academy goalkeeper Denis Franchi on a three-year deal and the player has revealed his shock at securing his dream. "When my agent told me about a PSG proposal, I couldn't believe it," Franchi told Le Parisien. "I said yes right away. PSG are one of the strongest teams in the world. It's a great place to grow up. My dream is ...Full Story »

West Ham manager David Moyes could be handed a boost with the possible return of joint-top goalscorer Michail Antonio on Monday.The forward has been suffering from a hamstring injury which has kept him on the sidelines for over a month.Antonio started the season with three goals from his first six matches and his return could be imminent.Midfielder Ross Barkley remains out for Aston Villa after ...Full Story »

Antonio Conte concedes his job at Inter Milan is in doubt. Conte was asked by reporters if he will be in charge over the winter break. "There is a lot of work to be done, but if I don't eat the panettone, it'll be because I didn't deserve to," replied Conte. However, when asked if the team was working against him, his mood became more irritable. "That's a stupid question."Full Story »

Chelsea have an incredibly bloated squad and it’s very easy to link players with a former manager, so it does feel like most of the fringe players at Chelsea have taken it in turns to be linked with a move to Inter Milan. There could be more incentive for some of them to leave in January after seeing little playing time, while some will be worried about their international futures if th...Full Story »

West Ham will be without Michail Antonio and Mark Noble for the visit of Fulham.Antonio is ahead of schedule in his recovery from a hamstring problem but will not be fit in time, while captain Noble suffered a rib injury in training.On-loan striker Said Benrahma, who scored a brace against Fulham for Brentford in the Carabao Cup last month, could make his full debut.Cottagers boss Scott Parker c...Full Story »

Phil Foden came off the bench to secure Manchester City a 1-1 draw at West Ham.The young midfielder, on at half-time to replace Sergio Aguero, took just six minutes to haul Pep Guardiola’s side level.West Ham had taken a first-half lead through a spectacular bicycle kick from Michail Antonio.Phil Foden earned Manchester City a point with his goal at West Ham (Justin Tallis/PA)City, transfo...Full Story »

Antonio Rudiger has revealed he rejected multiple offers to stay at Chelsea. Tottenham, AC Milan and Roma tried to sign Rudiger after he fell out with Frank Lampard. The German has not played for Chelsea this season but insists he is now ready to fight for his place. "The club didn't tell me that it was absolutely necessary for me to find a new club and that they definitely didn't have me i...Full Story »

Michail Antonio was on the scoresheet again away from home for West Ham as they brushed aside a lacklustre Leicester 3-0 at the King Power Stadium.The 30-year-old opened the scoring early on and became the first Hammers player to score in five consecutive top-flight away matches since Mike Small in 1991.Pablo Fornals doubled the lead before half-time and Jarrod Bowen added some shine to the vict...Full Story »

PSG have made a loan offer for Chelsea defender Toni Rudiger. The French champions proposed a loan with option to buy the Germany international centre back, says the Daily Mail. Chelsea are considering whether to sell the 27-year old outright with other clubs showing interest. The German has been left out of Chelsea's matchday squads for their past two games against Liverpool and Barnsley. ...Full Story »

Frank Lampard has played down Toni Rudiger’s Chelsea omission despite the Germany defender eyeing a loan move away from Stamford Bridge.Chelsea thumped Barnsley 6-0 in the Carabao Cup third round in west London, with Kai Havertz bagging a fine hat-trick.Rudiger was omitted for his second Chelsea match in a row, with the 27-year-old understood to be open to leaving the Blues.Thiago Silva st...Full Story »