After forcing his way into the England squad by shining on-loan at Crystal Palace last term, Conor Gallagher wants to make Chelsea an undisputed home once and for all. As the Blues’ pre-season campaign gets underway Stateside, now the 22-year-old has the licence to do it.
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Punished for profligacy: Neal Maupay spoils Palace’s party with sucker punch strike
On a night where Conor Gallagher’s praises were sung, Wilfried Zaha capped his 400th appearance with a 70th Crystal Palace goal and the hosts revelled in halting Brighton’s brilliant start to the Premier League campaign, Neal Maupay pounced on a half-chance to expertly convert his fourth goal of the season deep into stoppage time to snatch a share of the points. Continue reading “Punished for profligacy: Neal Maupay spoils Palace’s party with sucker punch strike”
Europa League Group Stage Previews: Bayer Leverkusen, Arsenal among those in action
A look ahead to three contrasting group stage fixtures from MD1 as the Europa League returns on Thursday. Last year’s quarter-finalists Bayer Leverkusen welcome Nice back to the competition after a two-year absence, Arteta’s Arsenal travel to Austria with Rapid Vienna first up while Maccabi Tel Aviv host Qarabag. Which players will impress this week? Continue reading “Europa League Group Stage Previews: Bayer Leverkusen, Arsenal among those in action”
Thierry Henry named Montreal Impact head coach: A necessary means to progress
Thierry Henry has been appointed head coach of Major League Soccer side Montreal Impact on a two-year deal. The legendary former France and Arsenal striker will look to emulate compatriot Patrick Vieira’s US success after being sacked following a brief, tumultuous spell with Monaco back in January. Continue reading “Thierry Henry named Montreal Impact head coach: A necessary means to progress”
Mario Balotelli seals loan move to Marseille until season’s end
Mario Balotelli has finally agreed terms to join Marseille on a six-month loan deal from rivals OGC Nice, after talks had broken down over a proposed move last summer.
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Mario Balotelli to remain at Nice for another season, despite desire to leave
The 28-year-old Italian, who has impressed during his spell at Nice, is set to remain in Ligue 1 for at least another league campaign – despite previously stating the desire to leave and seek pastures new.
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