The League Two side have incredibly drawn level with Manchester United after an early second-half goal from Will Evans. Many expected the Red Devils to cruise to a routine victory against Newport County and it looked like they would do just that after they scored two goals inside the opening 13 minutes. But the home side kept fighting back and …
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Barcelona management unhappy with youth coach’s statements about replacing Xavi
Rafael Marquez raised a few eyebrows after he admitted his desire to coach Barcelona next season. Shortly after Xavi’s announcement, Marquez was asked about the opportunity to coach the Barcelona first team. He admitted his desire to coach the team, suggesting that he wouldn’t want to miss out on such an opportunity. Barcelona board unhappy with Marquez However, a recent …
Read More »European giants eyeing Yankuba Minteh and Toon target after AFCON trip – Report
According to reports in Spain, Barcelona sent scouts to the African Cup of Nations to watch Newcastle United winger Yankuba Minteh. This comes from Mundo Deportivo, who claim that Barca officials have also been tracking Ivory Coast sensation Ousmane Diomande; the Sporting Lisbon centre-back Newcastle have been linked with repeatedly in recent months. Minteh started in two of Gambia’s three …
Read More »Qatar’s Ali and Afif favourites to burst Palestine’s Asian Cup bubble
January 28 – Confident of their pedigree, Palestine have vowed to saviour the moment as they face host nation Qatar in the last sixteen of the Asian Cup. After their 4-0 win against Hong Kong, a weight has dropped off the shoulders of the Palestinian players and Monday’s match in Al Khor will be something of a coronation for the …
Read More »Tottenham attacker suffers hamstring injury in yet another setback
Tottenham Hotspur have been quite unfortunate this season due to an injury crisis, with the club struggling to find respite. A ridiculous total of 21 players from Ange Postecoglou’s side have been victims of injuries at some point this season, including notable names such as James Maddison, Micky van de Ven, Giovanio Lo Celso, Richarlison, Rodrigo Bentancur, and more. Secure …
Read More »Sandro Sabatini analyses the type of player that Juventus needs
The Bianconeri have recently finalised the acquisition of Tiago Djalo from Lille, addressing their need for new players, particularly in midfield. However, to the surprise of some fans, Juventus sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli announced that the club will not be making any additional signings this month, opting to rely on their existing squad. This decision has raised eyebrows among supporters, …
Read More »Conor Bradley caps off sensational performance with brilliant assist for Liverpool goal
Liverpool are through to the fifth-round of the FA Cup after beating Championship side Norwich 5-2 at Anfield. Goals from Curtis Jones and Darwin Nunez, with a Ben Gibson strike in between, gave the Reds a 2-1 lead going into the halftime break. Diogo Jota would make that 3-1 early in the second half before Virgil van Dijk produced a …
Read More »Fiery Casas says Iraq can win ‘any match in this tournament’
January 28 – Iraq head coach Jesus Casas erupted after his commitment to the team was questioned during the press conference for Iraq’s Round of 16 clash with Jordan tomorrow afternoon. Casas was criticised for featuring on Spanish news whilst his side were competing in the Asian Cup, including high-profile interviews with Marca and Spanish Radio days before his side …
Read More »Bruno Fernandes fires Manchester United in front before Kobbie Mainoo doubles the lead
The Manchester United captain has given his side the lead against Newport County in their fourth-round FA Cup clash. The Red Devils travelled to the League Two side seeking a victory to secure progression to the next round of the only competition they are likely to win. With the club completely out of Europe and 16 points adrift of the …
Read More »Indonesia’s deafening support unable to silence Aussies’ 4-0 win
January 28 – Australia fought off a determined Indonesia to claim the first place in the quarter finals, in the end running out as 4-0 victors in a comfortable match at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium which was filled to the brim with Indonesian supporters. The Socceroos entered the match as heavy favourites, holding a seven-match unbeaten streak. In comparison, …
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