The English defender unfortunately put the ball into the back of his own goal after a well-worked Fulham attack. Goodison Park has turned into a fortress for Sean Dyche’s side ever since the club were deducted 10 points in the Premier League. But they have conceded early on at home against Marco Silva’s Fulham with a driven cross deflecting off …
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US soccer media’s reaction to MLS abandoning US Open Cup
The soccer social media world was ablaze on Friday when it was announced MLS intends to leave the US Open Cup. Heated reactions to the news came fast and furious, and have continued ever since. Disappointment, head-scratching confusion, and downright anger have been vented by many who follow the sport in the US. MLS has in the past been dismissive …
Read More »Aaron Rodgers Hopes To Play Until He Is At Least 42 Years Old
It was unclear how much Aaron Rodgers had left in the tank entering the 2023 NFL season. He was coming off of what was arguable the worst season of his career in 2022, throwing the most interceptions since his first year as a starter and leading the Packers to a 9-8 record. His age was becoming a factor, as there …
Read More »Aston Villa prepare documents to sign England striker who scored twice this weekend
Unai Emery reportedly wants to bring Championship striker Jonathan Rowe to Villa Park next month. Aston Villa have shocked everybody this season as they find themselves in the unfamiliar position of third in the Premier League table. A huge part of Emery’s success has been their home form, as they have won 15 out of 15 at Villa Park, one …
Read More »Endrick was ‘interested’ in Chelsea before joining Real Madrid
Brazilian teenage prodigy Endrick has admitted that he was “very interested” in Chelsea before ultimately signing with Real Madrid. The LaLiga giants agreed to a deal with Palmeiras in December of 2022 for an initial fee of about $38 million. At the time, he was widely considered as the top teenage prospect in the world. Palmeiras could also grab $27 …
Read More »West Ham’s £22m deal for Brazilian wide of the mark says reporter
After a successful summer transfer window, West Ham will be hoping that their potential winter purchases have the same effect as the likes of James Ward-Prowse, Mohamed Kudus, Edson Alvarez and, to a slightly lesser extent, Konstantinos Mavropanos. It isn’t clear if David Moyes will still be the West Ham manager after this season, so any new signings would surely …
Read More »Ronald Araujo bestows respect on legendary Barcelona captain: “Reference for me”
When it comes to safeguarding the goal, few players can match the assurance Ronald Araujo exudes in repelling opposition attacks. Despite Barcelona’s recent form causing concerns, Araujo proceeds to be one of the untouchable players in the squad, as is testified by his captaincy status. Speaking to the media recently, he touched upon several topics, including his future ambitions, ongoing …
Read More »Tottenham midfielder emerges as transfer target for Serie A giants
Tottenham’s Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg has emerged as a potential January transfer target for Serie A giants Juventus. Since Ange Postecoglou took over the club in the Summer, the Danish international has had his minutes in the starting eleven limited. This is due to the radical change that has occurred in the Spurs midfield with the resurgence of Yves Bissouma and Pape …
Read More »Three talking points ahead of Barcelona vs Almeria | La Liga
17 games, 12 losses, five draws, zero wins. Such is the situation of La Liga’s lowest-ranked team, Almeria, heading into Matchday 18 where they take on Barcelona at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys. Barcelona themselves are not in a pleasant situation heading into the final game before the Christmas break. They are winless in three matches, have their participation in the …
Read More »One change from Pochettino for Newcastle test
Carabao Cup commitments take centre-stage for Chelsea on Tuesday evening, as they take on a Newcastle side looking to go one better than being last season’s runners-up. The Magpies have been a lot more free-flowing than the Blues during the 2023/24 season, however, the fact that there are no Premier League points at stake might see Chelsea’s stars start to …
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