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MU tipped for DISMAL finish by supercomputer despite Amorim's imminent arrival

Manchester United have been tipped to finish in the bottom half of the Premier League while City will narrowly pip Arsenal to the title in a thrilling three-way race.That is according to the latest predictions from a supercomputer, via JeffBet, which has determined the most probable places for each side at the end of the season. Manchester United have been tipped to finish in the bottom half of the Premier League while City will narrowly pip Arse...

Liverpool 2-1 Brighton PLAYER RATINGS: Who was 'unusually quiet' for the Reds?

Liverpool moved to the top of the Premier League on a successful Saturday for the Reds as they came from behind against Brighton.Ferdi Kadioglu put a spanner in the works for the away side, who had impressed early on, but the Reds turned on the style in the second half to ensure they took all three points. Liverpool moved to the top of the Premier League on a successful Saturday for the Reds as they came from behind against Brighton. Ferdi Kadiog...

City 'could not handle' Bournemouth, says Guardiola after shock defeat

Pep Guardiola admitted Manchester City "could not handle" the intensity of Bournemouth after falling to a 2-1 defeat on the south coast.Goals from Antoine Semenyo and Evanilson saw City fall to a 2-0 deficit for the first time since January 2023 (against Tottenham), before Josko Gvardiol headed in what proved to be a consolation late on. Pep Guardiola admitted Manchester City "could not handle" the intensity of Bournemouth after fa...

Ex-Inter Milan president Moratti in talks to buy SPAL

SPAL are now in Serie C, though are well placed in the promotion battle at this stage in the season.Moratti is in negotiations with their American owner Joe Tacopina, with an agreement close. SPAL are now in Serie C, though are well placed in the promotion battle at this stage in the season. Moratti is in negotiations with their American owner Joe Tacopina, with an agreement close. The former Inter owner is fronting a group of investors ready to ...

Bayer Leverkusen chief doubles down over Xabi Alonso exit rumours

Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso remains on the radars of Real Madrid and Manchester City for 2025.The former Spanish international saw his stock rise at the back end of last season as he guided Leverkusen to a first-ever Bundesliga title. Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso remains on the radars of Real Madrid and Manchester City for 2025. The former Spanish international saw his stock rise at the back end of last season as he guided Leverkusen t...

PL hits and misses: Liverpool take advantage as Arsenal and Man City stumble

<h3>Toothless Arsenal crying out for Odegaard return</h3>Mikel Arteta said before the game that his Arsenal team thrive when they "show their teeth". Instead, this was a toothless display on the road. Toothless Arsenal crying out for Odegaard return Mikel Arteta said before the game that his Arsenal team thrive when they "show their teeth". Instead, this was a toothless display on the road. One shot on target, none from open play and ...

Former PL striker's son nets 20-minute hat-trick after coming on at half-time

Manchester City remained top of Premier League 2 - an Under-21 development league for academies - on Friday night by earning a crushing 5-0 win over Norwich.The home side had been 1-0 up at half-time through Emilio Lawrence's strike, but blew their opponents away in the second half. Manchester City remained top of Premier League 2 - an Under-21 development league for academies - on Friday night by earning a crushing 5-0 win over Norwich. The...

Real Madrid eye more 24/25 season silverware at next months Intercontinental Cup

On 18 December in the Qatari capital, Carlo Ancelotti’s men will face Pachuca, Al Ahly or the Libertadores champion in the 2024 FIFA Intercontinental final.Two decades after its last edition was played to make way for the Club World Cup, FIFA have resurrected the Intercontinental Cup to maintain the annual clash between the continental champions of the six confederations, now without a host. On 18 December in the Qatari capital, Carlo Ancelotti’s...

Boss pushes Marcelo back to bench after Brazil legend refuses his pre-sub tactic

REAL MADRID and Brazil legend Marcelo was stopped from coming on by his OWN MANAGER after appearing to argue with the coach's tactics.The five-time Champions League winner, 36, left the Bernabeu in 2022 after 15 hugely successful years in the Spanish capital. REAL MADRID and Brazil legend Marcelo was stopped from coming on by his OWN MANAGER after appearing to argue with the coach's tactics. The five-time Champions League winner, 36, left the Ber...

Ruben Amorim verdict delivered by former Man United star Nani

Nani has delivered his assessment of Ruben Amorim as the Sporting Lisbon boss prepares to follow his path from the Portuguese giants to Manchester United.Amorim was officially announced as Man United's new head coach on Friday, with the 39-year-old old taking up the position during the international break on November 11. Nani has delivered his assessment of Ruben Amorim as the Sporting Lisbon boss prepares to follow his path from the Portuguese g...

Amorim begins Sporting farewell tour with 5-1 thumping of Estrela

RUBEN AMORIM is heading to Old Trafford - and now Manchester United should sign Viktor Gyokeres.On the night Amorim started his three-game farewell tour at Sporting, former Coventry striker Gyokeres maintained his stunning record at the club with a hat-trick in the first 42 minutes before grabbing the fourth in the second half. RUBEN AMORIM is heading to Old Trafford - and now Manchester United should sign Viktor Gyokeres. On the night Amorim sta...

Newcastle 1-0 Arsenal PLAYER RATINGS: Who was the host's bright spark?

A superb first half goal from Alexander Isak proved enough for Newcastle to earn an impressive 1-0 home win against Arsenal.The Swedish international rose to head in a superb cross from Anthony Gordon in the 12th minute to put the hosts ahead at St James' Park. A superb first half goal from Alexander Isak proved enough for Newcastle to earn an impressive 1-0 home win against Arsenal. https://img.allfootballapp.com/www/M00/5A/07/720x-/-/...

Why Real Madrid’s problems go beyond just Ancelotti after El Clasico defeat

Just as much as what you see and hear in every narrative, the absence of what is not there plays an equally large role in making it seductive, intriguing, or shocking. When Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha and Lamine Yamal vacuumed the sound out of the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday night, punctuated solely by the shouts of a few Barcelona fans meant to be hidden in the corner, that silence and everything you feel with it is one that few other spectac...

Arsenal fans’ list of conspiracies including red cards, ‘bizarre’ VAR calls

PLENTY of Arsenal fans are convinced the Premier League and its referees are set out to derail their title ambitions.So much so that they claim there is a whole "laundry list" of conspiracy theories going against them. PLENTY of Arsenal fans are convinced the Premier League and its referees are set out to derail their title ambitions. So much so that they claim there is a whole "laundry list" of conspiracy theories going against them. Of course, ...

Barcelona boss Flick calls for LaLiga suspension after Spanish floods

Barcelona are in high spirits ahead of Sunday's derby against Espanyol, though Hansi Flick does not think LaLiga matches should be played this weekend.Barca thrashed Real Madrid 4-0 at the Santiago Bernabeu last weekend to establish a six-point lead in LaLiga but their city rivals Espanyol are 20 points behind and languishing in 17th place, a point above the relegation zone. Barcelona are in high spirits ahead of Sunday's derby against Espanyol, ...

Arsenal deserved to lose against Newcastle, says Arteta

Mikel Arteta was left frustrated by Arsenal's performance in their 1-0 defeat away to Newcastle United on Saturday.The defeat left them third in the Premier League, though they could be up to eight points behind Manchester City by the end of the day. Mikel Arteta was left frustrated by Arsenal's performance in their 1-0 defeat away to Newcastle United on Saturday. The defeat left them third in the Premier League, though they could be up...

Robin Le Normand steps up Atletico Madrid return after bizarre injury

Robin Le Normand has taken a step closer to recovery from injury in Atletico Madrid training this week.The Spain international has not featured since a clash of heads with Real Madrid star Aurelien Tchouameni in the final seconds of Los Rojiblancos’ 1-1 derby draw last month. Robin Le Normand has taken a step closer to recovery from injury in Atletico Madrid training this week. The Spain international has not featured since a clash of heads with ...

Nistelrooy admits he had 'mixed feelings' about being Man Utd's interim manager

Ruud van Nistelrooy said he enjoyed every second of his Manchester United managerial debut but admitted that he had 'mixed feelings' when he first learned he had landed the job.The former United striker was appointed as interim manager on Monday after fellow Dutchman Erik ten Hag had been sacked. Ruud van Nistelrooy said he enjoyed every second of his Manchester United managerial debut but admitted that he had 'mixed feelings' when he first learn...

14 jaw-dropping transfers unbelievable nearly happened: Maradona to Sheff Utd…

Former Chelsea, Barcelona and Real Madrid stars are among the players who came close to completing bizarre moves to the likes of Leeds United, Aston Villa and Blackburn Rovers.The likes of Pep Guardiola, Diego Maradona and Johan Cruyff have all been involved in some of the best ‘nearly-transfers’ you could imagine. Former Chelsea, Barcelona and Real Madrid stars are among the players who came close to completing bizarre moves to the likes of Leed...

Preston 1-3 Bristol City: Nahki Wells and Max Bird score as Robins win

Yu Hirakawa controversially gave Bristol City a helping hand in their 3-1 victory over Preston in the Sky Bet Championship.The 23-year-old used his hand to take the ball away from Preston goalkeeper Freddie Woodman to score a sixth-minute opener for the visitors. Yu Hirakawa controversially gave Bristol City a helping hand in their 3-1 victory over Preston in the Sky Bet Championship. The 23-year-old used his hand to take the ball away from Prest...

AC Milan open to selling Barcelona target Rafael Leao

Barcelona president Rafael Leao has a list of dream targets that he wants to sign for the Catalan giants, and in recent weeks, it is believed that Rafael Leao has been added to that for the left-wing position. Barcelona president Rafael Leao has a list of dream targets that he wants to sign for the Catalan giants, and in recent weeks, it is believed that Rafael Leao has been added to that for the left-wing position. Earlier this week, it was repo...

Damien Duff attempts to call Jose Mourinho after League of Ireland title success

Former Chelsea winger Damien Duff was left hanging by Jose Mourinho after attempting to call his former manager to celebrate Shelbourne's League of Ireland title.Duff - who won the Premier League twice with Chelsea during his playing career - went into the final day of the League of Ireland season with his side holding a two-point lead over Shamrock Rovers. Former Chelsea winger Damien Duff was left hanging by Jose Mourinho after attempting to ca...

Carragher casts further doubt on Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Liverpool future

Jamie Carragher is “worried” about Trent Alexander-Arnold's future amid links with Real Madrid.The Reds academy graduate is out of contract at the end of the season. He would be eligible to open talks with foreign clubs as soon as January regarding a free transfer at the end of the campaign. Jamie Carragher is “worried” about Trent Alexander-Arnold's future amid links with Real Madrid. The Reds academy graduate is out of contract at the end of th...

UEFA consider legal action on rumors about Ceferin’s Vinicius Ballon d’Or remark

UEFA have confirmed the potential for legal action against individuals involved in false quotes attributed to president Aleksander Ceferin.The update relates to the fall out following the Ballon d’Or after Vinicius Junior controversially missed out on the award. UEFA have confirmed the potential for legal action against individuals involved in false quotes attributed to president Aleksander Ceferin. The update relates to the fall out following th...

Man Utd decision was 'now or never' for Amorim

Ruben Amorim says the decision to move to Manchester United during the season was made for him, after he was told it was "now or never".The 39-year-old Sporting Lisbon coach is set to make the move to Manchester on November 11, despite wanting to wait until the end of the season to make the switch. Ruben Amorim says the decision to move to Manchester United during the season was made for him, after he was t...

Rylee Foster: Former Liverpool ace reflects on her journey to the WSL

"If you die and come back to life, you can overcome anything."Three years on from a car crash that left Foster and many others questioning whether she would walk again, the Canada-born shot-stopper is back playing at the highest level and is enjoying every second of it. "If you die and come back to life, you can overcome anything." Three years on from a car crash that left Foster and many others questioning whether she would walk again, the Canad...

Amorim press conference in full: New Man Utd manager gives very honest answers

RUBEN AMORIM held his first press conference since being confirmed as the new Manchester United manager on Friday night.Strangely, though, that came after his current side Sporting smashed Estrela Amadora 5-1. RUBEN AMORIM held his first press conference since being confirmed as the new Manchester United manager on Friday night. Strangely, though, that came after his current side Sporting smashed Estrela Amadora 5-1. Amorim will take charge of tw...

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone joins growing discontent against La Liga

In the last 24 hours, a number of notable figures across Spanish football have criticised La Liga’s decision to go ahead with the MD12 fixture schedule, in the wake of the devastating Storm Dana that struck the Valencia community earlier this week. Valencia-Real Madrid and Villarreal-Rayo Vallecano were both postponed, although the other eight matches are on. In the last 24 hours, a number of notable figures across Spanish football have criticise...

Slot lauds Liverpool's 2nd-half turnaround after being 'outplayed' by Brighton

Arne Slot commended Liverpool's second-half comeback, but acknowledged his side were "outplayed" in the opening 45 minutes of their 2-1 win against Brighton.Just 128 seconds separated Cody Gakpo and Mohamed Salah's goals after Ferdi Kadioglu had given the Seagulls a 14th-minute lead with a stunning finish. Arne Slot commended Liverpool's second-half comeback, but acknowledged his side were "outplayed" in the opening 45 minutes of their ...

Amorim to Man Utd: Outgoing Sporting boss explains decision to move

Ruben Amorim revealed he asked to delay his Manchester United start time until the end of the season but was told it was "now or never" – as he passionately defended his exit to Sporting fans.Amorim was confirmed as United boss on Friday and will take Sporting's games against Manchester City and Braga next week before taking over at Old Trafford on November 11. Ruben Amorim revealed he asked to delay his Manchester United start time until the end...

Fabio Paim claims he was BETTER than Ronaldo, but ended up as a PORNSTAR!

Over the past two decades, Cristiano Ronaldo has established himself as one of the greatest footballers to ever play the game. But there was a time in his young career when he may not even have been the best player in his academy team. Over the past two decades, Cristiano Ronaldo has established himself as one of the greatest footballers to ever play the game. But there was a time in his young career when he may not even have been the b...

QPR 0-0 Sunderland: Jobe Bellingham sent off as Black Cats held

Jobe Bellingham was sent off as Sky Bet Championship leaders Sunderland were held to a 0-0 draw at QPR.Bellingham was shown the red card 13 minutes into the second half for a crude challenge on Zan Celar as the Black Cats midfielder was trying to retain possession after a heavy touch. Jobe Bellingham was sent off as Sky Bet Championship leaders Sunderland were held to a 0-0 draw at QPR. Bellingham was shown the red card 13 minutes into the second...

La Liga give reasoning behind decision not to postpone MD12 fixture schedule

On Thursday, La Liga confirmed that this weekend’s matches in the Valencia region would not be played because of the devastation caused by Storm Dana. Five fixtures in total were postponed, with two (Valencia-Real Madrid and Villarreal-Rayo Vallecano) being from the top division. On Thursday, La Liga confirmed that this weekend’s matches in the Valencia region would not be played because of the devastation caused by Storm Dana. Five fixtures in t...

Ipswich Town 1-1 Leicester City: Late Ayew strike denies hosts first win

Jordan Ayew's stoppage-time equaliser snatched a point for Leicester City, who held 10-man Ipswich Town to a 1-1 draw.The Foxes substitute cancelled out Leif Davis' volley earlier in the second half to deny the hosts' the first win of the season at Portman Road. Jordan Ayew's stoppage-time equaliser snatched a point for Leicester City, who held 10-man Ipswich Town to a 1-1 draw. The Foxes substitute cancelled out Leif Davis' volley earlier i...

Arsenal fans rage at duo who can’t start together, both hooked in Newcastle loss

ARSENAL fans have been left raging at Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard following the devastating defeat to Newcastle.The Gunners limped to a 1-0 defeat at St James' Park in a horrific blow to their Premier League title hopes. ARSENAL fans have been left raging at Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard following the devastating defeat to Newcastle. The Gunners limped to a 1-0 defeat at St James' Park in a horrific blow to their Premier Lea...

Southampton 1-0 Everton: Armstrong scores winner to hand Saints first victory

Adam Armstrong’s late winner earned Southampton their first Premier League victory of the season in a dramatic finale at St Mary’s.Armstrong fired The Saints ahead after 85 minutes just moments after Everton substitute Beto had hit the crossbar. Adam Armstrong’s late winner earned Southampton their first Premier League victory of the season in a dramatic finale at St Mary’s. https://img.allfootballapp.com/www/M00/5A/0B/720x-/-/-/CgAGVWcmYleAGStQA...

Barcelona could target Lille’s Lucas Chevalier in summer shakeup

According to a report from Sport, FC Barcelona have taken steps to find out more information about Lille OSC’s Lucas Chevalier (22) as they consider bringing in an elite goalkeeper this summer. According to a report from Sport, FC Barcelona have taken steps to find out more information about Lille OSC’s Lucas Chevalier (22) as they consider bringing in an elite goalkeeper this summer. The injury to Marc-André ter Stegen (32) and reported doubts s...

Kompany not focused on Champions League pressure after Union Berlin victory

Vincent Kompany said he is not focused on the pressures of qualifying for the knockout stages of the Champions League after Bayern Munich's 3-0 win over Union Berlin.Bayern moved temporarily top of the Bundesliga standings thanks to a brace from Harry Kane and Kingsley Coman's third goal in as many league games. Vincent Kompany said he is not focused on the pressures of qualifying for the knockout stages of the Champions League aft...

Mikel Arteta admits Arsenal 'DESERVED to lose' against Newcastle

Mikel Arteta admitted his Arsenal side deserved to lose against Newcastle United as their title hopes were dealt a hammer blow.Alexander Isak’s first-half header subjected the Gunners to a third consecutive league match without a win. It follows the 2-2 draw against Liverpool and 2-0 defeat to Bournemouth, which now sees the north London club on the edge of crashing out of title contention. Mikel Arteta admitted his Arsenal side deserved to lose ...

Pep Guardiola admits his tired players 'couldn't handle' Bournemouth's onslaught

Pep Guardiola blamed a lack of ‘intensity’ from his injury-hit side after Manchester City surrendered their place at the top of the Premier League with a shock 2-1 loss at Bournemouth.Goals from Antoine Semenyo and Evanilson, before a late reply from Josko Gvardiol, inflicted City’s first top-flight defeat since December 6 and their second straight loss in all competitions after the Carabao Cup exit to Tottenham on Wednesday. Pep Guardiola blamed...

Inigo Martinez labels Barcelona teammates as “absent-minded”

Inigo Martinez has been one of several revelations for Barcelona this season. At the end of the previous campaign, he was considered to be fourth-choice centre-back, and while that could still be the case once Ronald Araujo and Andreas Christensen once they return from long-term injuries, he has thrown down the gauntlet to be a nailed starter. Inigo Martinez has been one of several revelations for Barcelona this season. At the end of the previous...

Amorim should SACK Van Nistelrooy in his bid to fix 's***show' at Man United

Troy Deeney has urged Ruben Amorim to brutally sack Ruud van Nistelrooy in order to begin fixing the 's***show' at Manchester United.Amorim was officially announced as the Red Devils' new head coach yesterday but will take charge at Old Trafford on November 11, allowing him to oversee Sporting Lisbon's next two matches. He has signed a contract until June 2027. Troy Deeney has urged Ruben Amorim to brutally sack Ruud van Nistelrooy in order to be...

‘OM has a place in my heart’ – Wesley Fofana on Marseille’s summer approach

Wesley Fofana (23) has revealed in an exclusive interview with Téléfoot that he was approached by Olympique de Marseille’s sporting advisor Medhi Benatia over the summer.There was some uncertainty about Fofana’s future at Chelsea as the club was beginning a new project with the departure of Mauricio Pochettino and the arrival of his successor Enzo Maresca. The centre-back had missed the entire 2023/24 campaign and there was no guarantee that Mare...

AC Milan boss offers update on Rafael Leao to Barcelona rumours

Barcelona are reportedly ready to launch a transfer push for AC Milan star Rafael Leao in 2025.Links to the Portugal international have rocketed in recent weeks following speculation of Barcelona looking at Plan B options to Nico Williams. Barcelona are reportedly ready to launch a transfer push for AC Milan star Rafael Leao in 2025. Links to the Portugal international have rocketed in recent weeks following speculation of Barcelona looking at Pl...

Inside Gerrard's stunning mansion as Liverpool legend battles to save Saudi job

Steven Gerrard issued a defiant message this week that he wants to carry on as manager of Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq, despite calls for his resignation.Gerrard is 16 months into his £15.2m-a-year contract at Al-Ettifaq, and led the club to sixth place in the Saudi Pro League last season. Steven Gerrard issued a defiant message this week that he wants to carry on as manager of Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq, despite calls for his...

Guardiola & Walker highlight lack of recovery after shock defeat to Bournemouth

Pep Guardiola suggested the fact Man City had less time recovery time played a part in their shock defeat to Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium.Antoine Semenyo and Evanilson struck to seal a deserved 2-1 victory for the Cherries, who had never before beaten the Cherries in the league in their history. Pep Guardiola suggested the fact Man City had less time recovery time played a part in their shock defeat to Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium. ...

Atletico breathe sigh of relief as key player’s injury scare is not serious

Atletico Madrid have had a tough few weeks, and a pick-me-up will be required against Las Palmas on Sunday. Their chances of returning to winning in La Liga aren’t as high as they’d like them to be, especially as the Gran Canaria-based side have won their last two league matches (three in all competitions). Atletico Madrid have had a tough few weeks, and a pick-me-up will be required against Las Palmas on Sunday. Their chances of returning to win...

Wilson eyed by FOUR Premier League clubs for January move despite his injury

Newcastle striker Callum Wilson is reportedly being eyed by four Premier League clubs in January.Wilson has been at St James' Park since joining from Bournemouth in September 2020.The 32-year-old was very much Newcastle's main man up front initially but his role has been reduced slightly following the arrival of Alexander Isak in August 2022. Newcastle striker Callum Wilson is reportedly being eyed by four Premier League clubs in January. Wilson ...

Keown blasts Arsenal 'didn't play like champions' after Newcastle defeat

Martin Keown was not impressed with Arsenal after his former club lost 1-0 at Newcastle United on Saturday.Arsenal dominated possession at St James' Park with 64 per cent but Alexander Isak scored the only goal of the game in the 12th minute when he headed home following a cross from Anthony Gordon. Martin Keown was not impressed with Arsenal after his former club lost 1-0 at Newcastle United on Saturday. Arsenal dominated possession at St J...

Flick delivers verdict on La Liga decision not to suspended matches amid Storm

This week, Spain – and the Valencia community in particular – has been devastated by Storm Dana. Over 90 people have denied as a result of the damage caused by the adverse weather, and it also led to two La Liga matches (Valencia-Real Madrid and Villarreal-Rayo Vallecano) being postponed. This week, Spain – and the Valencia community in particular – has been devastated by Storm Dana. Over 90 people have denied as a result of the damage caused by ...

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