Clattenburg says Atkinson was ‘powerless’ with what he could do Former Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg has explained why Emile Smith Rowe’s bizarre goal against Manchester United was awarded. In the 13th minute, Arsenal’s corner was headed away by a United defender, however, goalkeeper de Gea went down injured in the process after team-mate Fred […]

4 years ago

“Jonny Evans was allowed to leave. Jonny Evans is better than any centre-half they have now.” Graeme Souness has criticised Manchester United’s decision to sell Jonny Evans in 2015, suggesting that he is a better player than Harry Maguire. Evans – who came through the club’s academy – left Old Trafford in August 2015, signing […]

4 years ago

“I admired him as a player but he’s a bit of a bully.” Sir Rod Stewart has criticised Roy Keane for being a ‘bully’ during his on air row with Jamie Carragher last weekend. Sky Sports pundits Keane and Carragher were involved in a debate about why Manchester United signed Cristiano Ronaldo, with the Portuguese […]

4 years ago

It comes amid surging coronavirus infections in Germany Borussia Dortmund have cancelled the advance ticket sale for their Bundesliga clash against Bayern Munich on Saturday amid surging coronavirus infections in Germany. Due to the uncertain situation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, Dortmund have cancelled the advance ticket sale for the game. The clash at Signal Iduna […]

4 years ago

“It is true that I told Kylian Mbappe he should leave PSG.” Zlatan Ibrahimovic has revealed that he has urged Kylian Mbappe to leave Paris Saint-Germain and join Real Madrid. The Swedish international spent four seasons at the Parc des Princes between 2012 and 2016, but believes that Mbappe needs to leave PSG in order to add […]

4 years ago

The homophobic chanting occurred during Tuesday’s match Leeds United have condemned homophobic chanting aimed at Crystal Palace midfielder Conor Gallagher during Tuesday’s game at Elland Road, as per The Athletic. The 21-year-old was subjected to chants of “Chelsea rent boy” from a section of home fans during the first half of Leeds’ 1-0 win against […]

4 years ago

Mancini won the 2011/2012 Premier League title with Man City Roberto Mancini has emerged as a surprised candidate to take over as manager at Manchester United next summer, according to reports. The Italy manager is reportedly one of several contenders that the Red Devils hierarchy is considering for the permanent role at Old Trafford. Roberto […]

4 years ago

Kennedy scored 72 goals in 393 appearances for Liverpool Liverpool legend Ray Kennedy has died at the age of 70. The Englishman scored 72 goals in 393 appearances for the Reds during seven-and-a-half years at Anfield, also making 17 appearances for England, scoring three goals. We are mourning legendary former player Ray Kennedy, who has […]

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Juventus are under investigation for 42 transfers that took place between 2019 and 2021 Juventus could reportedly be relegated and stripped of their most recent Serie A title for their transfer dealings, according to Italy’s consumer rights watchdog Codacons. The Old Lady have been accused of fake accounting, with their offices in Turin and Milan raided […]

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“These lads have done what I predicted and thrown him under the bus, and that’s what they do.” Roy Keane has doubled down on previous comments that the Manchester United players were always going to ‘throw Ole Gunnar Solksjaer under the bus’. Solskjaer’s time as United manager came to an end after the Red Devils were […]

4 years ago

Neville couldn’t help but react to the heated debate Gary Neville took to Twitter to react to Jamie Carragher and Roy Keane’s heated debate after Manchester United’s draw at Chelsea. Carragher and Keane were arguing about the role of Cristiano Ronaldo at United, particularly what he brings to the team. The Portugal captain was a second-half substitute […]

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“I disagree with everything he said in that interview.” Roy Keane had stated that he ‘disagrees’ with everything Michael Carrick said following Manchester United’s 1-1 draw at Chelsea on Sunday. The former Red Devils captain took issue with Carrick saying he was “proud” of his players’ performance in the match at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea 1-1 […]

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“The game’s about scoring goals.” Roy Keane and Jamie Carragher clashed on Sky Sports following Manchester United’s draw at Chelsea, arguing about the role of Cristiano Ronaldo at Manchester United. The Portugal international was a second-half substitute for the Red Devils, having been dropped to the bench after starting against Villarreal in the Champions League […]

4 years ago

“These lads have done what I predicted and thrown him under the bus, and that’s what they do.” Roy Keane has doubled down on previous comments that the Manchester United players were always going to ‘throw Ole Gunnar Solksjaer under the bus’. Solskjaer’s time as United manager came to an end after the Red Devils were […]

4 years ago

“I’ve been here when managers have left and they just pack their stuff and go out the door.” Marcus Rashford has revealed that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said goodbye to the Manchester United players twice after his dismissal was confirmed. The Norwegian was sacked after United’s embarrassing 4-0 defeat at Watford and before leaving, he gave an […]

4 years ago

Madrid made two significant offers for Mbappe in the summer Kylian Mbappé is reportedly ‘getting closer’ to securing his dream move to Real Madrid next summer, with Paris Saint-Germain pessimistic over their chances of signing him to a new contract. He could be joined there by Erling Haaland. The Frenchman – who is in the […]

4 years ago

Rangnick is set to become the interim manager at Old Trafford A number of Manchester United players have reportedly been left ‘unimpressed’ with the way the club have handled the imminent appointment of Ralf Rangnick, according to reports. The former RB Leipzig boss has agreed to become Man United’s interim manager for the remainder of […]

4 years ago

Haaland has scored 70 goals in 72 appearances for Dortmund. Rio Ferdinand has urged Liverpool to sign Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland ahead of title rivals Manchester City. The Norwegian striker is currently one of the most sought-after players in world football and at the end of the season, his £64million release clause can be activated. […]

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Sutton was also banned from Ibrox in September BT Sport have released a statement after Celtic legend Chris Sutton was once again denied access to Rangers’ stadium. The pundit is thought to have been banned from Ibrox and was refused access to work for BT Sport at the ground on Thursday night. With both Celtic […]

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Can’t blame him for wanting to save that message Frank Lampard has revealed that he received a voice note from Pep Guardiola after Chelsea lost to Liverpool in the 2019 Super Cup. Liverpool won the final after securing a 5-4 victory on penalties, with the game finishing as a draw at the end of full-time […]

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“I have said this so often.” Former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Rafael van der Vaart has slammed Manchester United captain Harry Maguire, calling him “really s**t” on live television in the Netherlands. The Dutchman also admitted that he was baffled when United paid £80m to sign the England international from Leicester City in August 2019. Rafael […]

4 years ago

Schmeichel couldn’t help but have a little nibble Peter Schmeichel hit back at Jamie Carragher after the former Liverpool defender made a cheeky dig about Schmeichel signing for Manchester City when he was asked if he would take the Manchester United job on an interim basis. United are currently looking to appoint an interim manager […]

4 years ago

He has been given a one-year suspended jail term. Real Madrid and France striker Karim Benzema has been found guilty of conspiring to blackmail a fellow French footballer with a sex tape. Benzema was given a one-year suspended jail term and ordered him to pay a €75,000 (£63,000) fine. The 33-year-old was one of five […]

4 years ago

McKenna was promoted by Jose Mourinho. Manchester United players are unhappy with first-team coach Kieran McKenna’s ‘dry and school-teacherly’ approach, according to reports. Man United are currently looking to appoint an interim manager following the dismissal of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at the weekend, with Michael Carrick being named caretaker boss. Man United squad reportedly unhappy with coach […]

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“I would be embarrassed being on the staff now after what happened to Ole.” Paul Scholes has claimed that he would be ’embarrassed’ to be part of Manchester United’s staff after the dismissal of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at the weekend. The Norwegian’s time at Old Trafford came to an end following United’s 4-1 defeat at […]

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“I’m putting money on Pochettino, for the end of the season.” Rio Ferdinand believes that former Manchester United coach Carlos Quieroz would happily become the interim manager at Old Trafford, suggesting that Paris Saint-Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino would not join until the summer. Man United dismissed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at the weekend following the 4-1 […]

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“I did it on purpose. I’m not ashamed to say it because he did something stupid to my player.” Zlatan Ibrahimovic has explained why he floored Cesar Azpilicueta with a vicious off-ball shoulder charge during Sweden’s recent game against Spain. The AC Milan striker was caught bringing Chelsea’s Azpilicueta to the ground with a forceful […]

4 years ago

“In terms of myself, I’m committed to this club until I’m told otherwise.” Wayne Rooney has ruled himself out of the running for the Manchester United job after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was dismissed on Sunday. The former Man United captain also criticised the club’s players for how they have performed over the last few weeks. […]

4 years ago

“I want to give a major shout out, and a huge thank you to the living legend that is Ole Gunnar Solskjær!” Conor McGregor has paid tribute to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after the Norwegian was dismissed as Manchester United manager. Solskjaer was dismissed after United’s 4-1 defeat to Watford on Saturday. The Red Devils have […]

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“Give it Keane until the end of the season!” Jamie Redknapp, Micah Richards and Robbie Keane have joked that Roy Keane and Gary Neville could take over as manager and assistant manager at Manchester United. The pundits were speaking after the Red Devils dismissed first-team boss Ole Gunnar Solskjær following Saturday’s 4-1 defeat against Watford. […]

4 years ago

“It’s one of those things you dream of in your life.” Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has spoken out for the first time since he was dismissed as Manchester United manager on Sunday. The Norwegian’s time in charge came to an end after United’s 4-1 loss against Watford on Saturday, with the Red Devils securing just one […]

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“Leopards don’t change their spots.” Roy Keane has been proved right as an old clip where he predicted a Manchester United dressing room revolt has resurfaced. On Sunday, Solskjaer’s time as United manager came to an end after the Red Devils were embarrassed 4-1 by Watford at the weekend. The hammering at Vicarage Road means United have […]

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‘Go and do your magic.’ A number of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pre-match platitudes have been revealed after Manchester United dismissed the Norwegian following Saturday’s 4-1 defeat to Watford. Solskjaer was dismissed after United’s 4-1 hammering against the Hornets, with the defeat at Vicarage Road leaving the Red Devils with just one win in their last seven […]

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Ronaldo and Enrique have never actually worked together. Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly keen for the current Spain boss Luis Enrique to become Manchester United manager following the dismissal of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, according to Sky Sports. It is thought that the Red Devils are considering Enrique as a possible replacement for Solksjaer, who left his […]

4 years ago

United have won just four times in 13 matches Manchester United have called an emergency board meeting to discuss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s future as manager following the humiliating 4-1 loss against relegation-threatened Watford, according to The Sunday Times. The report states that a virtual meeting has been scheduled for 7 pm on Saturday evening, where […]

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What an amazing gesture from both parties Kim Kardashian and Leeds United have helped an Afghan junior women’s football team arrive safely in the UK after fleeing the Taliban. Kardashian paid for a flight that brought around 130 people – including 30 teenage girls and their families – to England. After the Taliban took control […]

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“Things aren’t going well so maybe there needs to be a change to improve things.” Rio Ferdinand has doubled down on his previous comments that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should be sacked by Manchester United. United have lost four of their opening 11 Premier League fixtures and currently sit in sixth position – nine points off […]

4 years ago

Van Bronckhorst made 117 appearances for Rangers. Giovanni van Bronckhorst has been appointed Rangers manager after Steven Gerrard left the club to become Aston Villa boss last week. The Scottish Premiership champions have been searching for a replacement head coach after Gerrard joined Villa last week, following three years at the helm. Van Bronckhorst – who […]

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Kamba was pronounced ‘dead’ in 2016. Former Schalke player Hiannick Kamba has been jailed for nearly four years after faking his own death in a car crash in Congo. The 35-year-old, and also his wife who is only reported as ‘Christina von G’ due to privacy laws, have been sentenced to three years and 10 […]

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Talk about a decent late birthday present. Former Sheffield United and Harrogate Town defender Terry Kennedy has been filmed celebrating the moment he found out that he had won £1million on the lottery. The 27-year-old was forced to retire early from being a full-time footballer due to persistent injury problems. Former Sheffield United defender Terry […]

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“Honestly, it’s shocking that she’s missing.” Novak Djokovic has described Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai’s sudden disappearance as “shocking.” The Chinese tennis star has not been seen since posting allegations of sexual assault against a former senior Chinese official. Peng – a former world number one doubles player – posted on Chinese social media site […]

4 years ago

Harvey Neville played for Inter Miami’s feeder team this season. Inter Miami manager Phil Neville has cut 10 players from his playing squad after failing to reach the play-offs, while also promoting his teenage son Harvey to the first team. The American side – who are co-owned by England legend David Beckham – failed to qualify […]

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“I think he’s bullying him.” Gabby Agbonlahor has accused Roy Keane of ‘bullying’ Harry Maguire after the former Manchester United captain criticised the defender for his goal celebration, on Friday night. Maguire scored England’s opener in the 5-0 win against Albania, but later came under brutal criticism from Keane for his celebration. The current United […]

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Richards and Terry have both defended Maguire John Terry has come out in defence of Harry Maguire after the England and Manchester United defender’s controversial celebration on Friday night. Maguire opened the scoring for the Three Lions as they cruised to a 5-0 win over Albania, but despite Harry Kane scoring a perfect hat-trick, it was […]

4 years ago

This takes mind games to another level Sinead Kavanagh has revealed that Cris Cyborg was leaving her ‘Squid Game cards’ ahead of their featherweight title fight at Bellator 271. The pair faced off for the featherweight title at Bellator 271, on Friday night, with Cyborg scoring a TKO win near the end of the first […]

4 years ago

Adcock shared his story in October Referee James Adcock has opened up about his experience of being an openly gay man in football, stating that he is pleased with the positive response to his coming out interview. Adcock, who has officiated in Premier League matches, as well as amateur games, recently shared his story with […]

4 years ago

Klopp has always been keen to voice his opinion Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has criticised Prime Minister Boris Johnson and former politician Nigel Farage, saying they shouldn’t be trusted to ‘lead any kind of group of people’. It is not the first time that the German has entered the political world with his opinion, previously […]

4 years ago

Southgate took charge of England in 2016 Gareth Southgate is set to sign a two-year contract extension that would see the England manager lead the Three Lions to the end of Euro 2024, as per The Telegraph. It is believed that Southgate’s improved deal could see the 51-year-old earn an additional £5million in bonuses, including a […]

4 years ago

“I still haven’t been able to get a response.” Former Manchester United forward Dwight Yorke has revealed that he didn’t get a response from Aston Villa after submitting an application for the managerial vacancy recently filled by Steven Gerrard. On Thursday (11 November), Villa confirmed the appointment of Gerrard as their new manager, following the sacking […]

4 years ago

“I think they are more physical than in the Premier League.” Paris Saint-Germain manager Mauricio Pochettino has claimed that Ligue 1 is the most physical league in the world. The Argentine was named PSG boss in January 2021, winning 37 of his first 52 matches in charge of the Parisian side. The French outfit currently […]

4 years ago