Mikel Arteta has expressed his view on Chelsea’s second goal in the 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge, suggesting that it was more of a fluke than a deliberate action, despite some opinions that it was a chipped goal. In the match, Mykhailo Mudryk executed a move on the edge of the Arsenal penalty area, leading to his first goal at Stamford Bridge. David Raya, the Arsenal goalkeeper, had moved out of his goal, and it appeared as though Mudryk had chipped the ball over him. Upon closer examination in the replays, it became apparent that the goal wasn’t intentionally chipped.…
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Reports suggest that the first Premier League manager to be sacked this year could be Andoni Iraola, whose struggles at Bournemouth have put his position in jeopardy. Iraola, a Spanish strategist, took the reins at Bournemouth in the summer, but his tenure hasn’t gone as planned. His team currently languishes in 19th place in the Premier League table and has yet to secure a victory this season. Bournemouth narrowly escaped relegation last season, and they likely aimed to build on that success with improved performances in the current campaign. Iraola appeared to be a promising choice to lead them, but…
Recent developments have shed light on an unexpected twist in the Kylian Mbappe transfer saga, with Liverpool and Chelsea considering significant bids for the star player in January. While Mbappe’s current contract with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) expires at the end of the current season, his future remains uncertain. Mbappe chose not to trigger the one-year extension on his contract during the summer, granting him the freedom to explore his options once the current campaign concludes. PSG was deeply disappointed by this decision and, as a consequence, barred him from joining their preseason activities, sparking significant controversy ahead of the season’s…
The Glazer family, owners of Manchester United, had previously mentioned that they were open to exploring “strategic alternatives,” including partial or complete ownership changes for the club. Earlier this year, potential buyers, INEOS founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani, submitted their respective offers to acquire Manchester United from the Glazers. However, as of now, they have not received any response from the Glazer family regarding the acceptance of their proposals. Recent developments have suggested that Sir Jim Ratcliffe was contemplating the idea of acquiring a minority stake in Manchester United. Manchester United fans,…
The summer appointment of a Spanish tactician at Bournemouth has not unfolded as anticipated. The team currently finds themselves in 19th place in the Premier League standings, with no victories to their name this season. Bournemouth narrowly avoided relegation in the previous Premier League campaign, and they had hoped to build upon that foundation with improved performances in the current season. The new manager, Iraola, appeared to be the ideal candidate to lead this progression. However, his position now appears to be increasingly precarious, as reported by the Daily Mail. The club likely believes that their season can still be…
Luka Modric is undeniably one of the all-time greats in the history of Real Madrid and football as a whole. When discussing him, it’s done with the utmost appreciation and respect. However, the 38-year-old midfielder is currently facing a challenging phase at Real Madrid, as he’s not receiving the playing time he desires under Carlo Ancelotti. Since the beginning of this season, Luka Modric has lost his regular spot in Real Madrid’s starting lineup. This can be attributed, among other factors, to the emergence of numerous talented young players in the Madrid squad, including Jude Bellingham, Aurelin Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga,…
Manchester City is taking a strong stance against fans who engaged in inappropriate chants about the late Sir Bobby Charlton, an iconic figure in Manchester United’s history. The club has threatened lifetime bans for those involved. During Manchester City’s 2-1 win over Brighton, some fans were heard singing disrespectful songs about Sir Bobby Charlton, who passed away at the age of 86 after a long battle with dementia. This behavior drew swift condemnation from Manchester City. In an official statement, the club expressed its extreme disappointment and strongly condemned the offensive chants. Manchester City also issued an unreserved apology to…
There are speculations suggesting that Manchester City might opt not to extend Kevin De Bruyne’s contract at the Etihad Stadium. De Bruyne has been sidelined since the start of the season due to a thigh injury, and it’s unlikely that the 31-year-old will make his return until the New Year. Despite consecutive Premier League losses to Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal, Manchester City has been managing reasonably well in De Bruyne’s absence. The reigning champions regained their form with a 2-1 victory over Brighton, which pushed them back to the top of the Premier League table. Goals from Julian Alvarez and…
Barcelona’s President, Joan Laporta, has clarified the reason behind the club’s decision to reject a substantial €100 million offer for Frenkie de Jong. De Jong, a highly sought-after midfielder, has been linked to Manchester United, and Bayern Munich also expressed interest in the Dutch international. De Jong, who arrived at Barcelona from Ajax in 2019, has been a subject of transfer speculation for a while. Aware of Barcelona’s financial struggles, Bayern Munich approached the club during the summer to explore the possibility of signing the 26-year-old. Currently in his fifth season at Barcelona, De Jong has been a key player…
Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, has provided an explanation for the absence of Ederson from the starting lineup in the match against Brighton & Hove Albion. Following the most recent international break, Manchester City returned to Premier League action with a 2-1 victory over Roberto De Zerbi’s team, featuring goals from Julian Alvarez and Erling Haaland. However, questions emerged about one player’s absence from the starting lineup even before the match kicked off – Ederson. Guardiola was asked about this decision before the game. When questioned about why Ederson wasn’t in the starting lineup against Brighton, Guardiola responded…