Arsenal expert Charles Watts has cast doubt over Raheem Sterling’s long-term future at the club, despite the winger having recently joined on loan from Chelsea. Sterling, a well-established Premier League star with a decorated career, hasn’t quite lived up to expectations in his short stint at the Emirates so far, according to Watts. Watts shared his thoughts exclusively in his latest Daily Briefing column for *CaughtOffside*, highlighting that Sterling’s time at Arsenal is likely to be short-lived. While Sterling has been a notable figure in English football, his performances at Arsenal suggest that he may be past his prime. The…
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Manchester United are reportedly exploring the option of sending Brazilian winger Antony out on loan during the upcoming January transfer window, with the potential for a permanent move in the summer. The 24-year-old, who joined United in the summer of 2022 for a substantial fee of up to £86 million, has found it difficult to meet the high expectations set upon his arrival at Old Trafford and has seen his playing time significantly reduced under manager Erik ten Hag this season. Antony’s transfer to Manchester United came with great anticipation, largely due to his strong connection with Ten Hag from…
Arsenal’s Premier League title ambitions suffered a significant setback as they were defeated 2-0 by Bournemouth on Saturday evening at the Vitality Stadium. Goals from Ryan Christie and Justin Kluivert secured a well-deserved victory for the home side, leaving Mikel Arteta’s men in a precarious position as they continue to chase the top spot in the league. Arsenal entered the match as clear favorites, but their fortunes took a sharp turn when they were reduced to 10 men in the first half. Despite holding on for a considerable portion of the game, the Gunners ultimately crumbled in the 70th minute.…
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has lauded Jude Bellingham for his strong character and courage after the English midfielder had a heated exchange with teammate Vinicius Junior during their 2-1 victory over Celta Vigo. The incident, which occurred towards the end of the first half, saw Bellingham visibly upset with Vinicius for not passing the ball to him in what seemed like a sure goal-scoring opportunity. At the time, Real Madrid was leading 1-0, and Vinicius chose to go for goal himself rather than pass to Bellingham, much to the midfielder’s frustration. Bellingham was seen venting his anger towards Vinicius…
Manchester United is reportedly considering a move for Lazio’s goalkeeper, Ivan Provedel, as per sources from Footballwave. The 29-year-old has earned a reputation as one of Serie A’s standout goalkeepers, and his performances have secured him a regular spot in Italy’s national team. Provedel’s rise to prominence this season has been driven not only by his shot-stopping abilities but also by a rare and remarkable achievement for a goalkeeper—scoring a goal on the international stage. His most memorable moment came during the Champions League group stage when he scored a last-minute equalizer in a match against Atletico Madrid. His 96th-minute…
Kyle Walker, the 34-year-old full-back currently playing for Manchester City, may be nearing the end of his time at the Etihad Stadium. With his contract set to expire in 2026, it appears increasingly unlikely that the club will offer him a new deal. Walker, a key player for the reigning Premier League champions, has enjoyed a successful stint at City since joining from Tottenham Hotspur in 2017. However, rumors suggest that his future may lie away from England, with the Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli reportedly eyeing the England international for a high-profile transfer. Nearly 18 months ago, Walker was…
Fans are convinced that Chelsea should have been awarded a penalty during their recent Premier League clash against Liverpool, as a new angle of Trent Alexander-Arnold’s challenge on Jadon Sancho has surfaced. The incident occurred during the match on Sunday afternoon at Anfield, where Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea side was aiming to secure a top-three spot in the league standings. The controversy stems from a penalty that was awarded to Liverpool earlier in the game. Just before the 30-minute mark, Chelsea defender Levi Colwill fouled Curtis Jones inside the box, leading to a penalty. Mohamed Salah calmly converted the spot-kick to…
The Premier League’s Match Centre has clarified why Manchester City’s stoppage-time goal against Wolves was allowed to stand after initially being disallowed for offside. The dramatic moment occurred when John Stones scored a header in the 95th minute, giving City a 2-1 lead. The City fans erupted in celebration, but those celebrations were briefly paused when the goal was ruled out, as Bernardo Silva was deemed to be offside and obstructing Wolves goalkeeper Jose Sa’s view. However, following a review of the incident, the on-field referee, Chris Kavanagh, was instructed by the VAR to review the footage. After being sent…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has acknowledged that his team must take responsibility for their 2-0 loss to Bournemouth, citing costly mistakes made during the match. The defeat, Arsenal’s first of the season, came as a result of goals from Ryan Christie and Evanilson, who capitalized after William Saliba was sent off in the first half for a professional foul. Saliba’s red card was the result of a poorly executed pass from Leandro Trossard, which left the French defender in a difficult position. Arteta also pointed out that Gabriel Martinelli missed a key chance in front of goal, calling it another…
William Saliba’s red card, which had been issued during Arsenal’s recent match against Bournemouth, has been officially overturned, allowing him to participate in the club’s upcoming crucial fixture against Liverpool. This decision came after a review conducted by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) earlier this morning, much to the delight of Arsenal fans who had expressed frustration over the initial ruling. The incident occurred when referee Rob Jones initially gave Saliba a yellow card for bringing down Bournemouth’s Evanilson during the first half of the match. However, after a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) review, the yellow card was…