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Chelsea have bested their London rivals in two of the last three Premier League seasons but for a variety of reasons, none of the trio harbour title ambitions right now. So, which side will be crowned the Kings of London in 2020?
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Roberto Firmino netted a brace, while Trent Alexander-Arnold and substitute James Milner were also on the scoresheet in an inspired second-half display as Liverpool extended their commanding lead atop the Premier League to 13 points after a comprehensive 4-0 away victory over closest title rivals Leicester City.
Their fate has been decided. All three have qualified with no issues. But after Monday’s last-16 draw, which of the La Liga powerhouses has the strongest case to go all the way this season? Continue reading “Barcelona, Real or Atletico: Which La Liga team has the best chance of UCL success this season?”
Former Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta agreed to become the club’s new head coach and his arrival has finally been confirmed, having signed a three-and-a-half year deal to succeed Unai Emery – who was sacked on November 29.
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After he enjoyed a breatkhrough campaign in the Champions League, Liverpool have pounced to confirm the signing of RB Salzburg’s Japanese international Takumi Minamino for a £7.25m fee. The deal will be made official on January 1. Continue reading “Liverpool confirm £7.25m signing of RB Salzburg winger Takumi Minamino”
Dan Gosling’s brilliant late overhead lob ensured a dilligent Bournemouth display confined Chelsea to a fourth Premier League defeat in their last five matches, as Frank Lampard’s men struggled while failing to create many chances during another forgettable result. Continue reading “Chelsea 0-1 AFC Bournemouth: 5 Talking Points and Tactical Analysis”
Schalke’s talented creative midfielder Amine Harit has today put pen-to-paper on a contract extension which ties him down to Gelsenkirchen until the summer of 2024. Continue reading “Barca and Liverpool target Amine Harit signs new Schalke deal until 2024”
Divock Origi netted a brace, while there were goals for Xherdan Shaqiri, Sadio Mane and Georginio Wijnaldum as Premier League leaders Liverpool cruised to a record-breaking 5-2 win over Merseyside rivals Everton, placing more pressure on beleaguered boss Marco Silva. Continue reading “Liverpool 5-2 Everton: 5 Hits and Flops”
Lionel Messi pipped Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk to win a record sixth Ballon d’Or title on Monday night, with the Barcelona superstar’s achievements celebrated on an evening packed with awards and surprise top 30 placings too.
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Less than twelve hours after Mauricio Pochettino’s abrupt dismissal as Tottenham manager, Jose Mourinho was announced as his replacement on Wednesday morning. Here are five first-team players who could benefit from his shock arrival in north London…
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Tonight, Tottenham have sacked manager Mauricio Pochettino after five-and-a-half years in charge and are already planning to confirm his replacement this week. Reports claim former Chelsea, Manchester United and Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho is widely expected to replace the Argentine imminently.
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In an unforgiving sport, football’s fickleness and fan entitlement has intensified – both with managers and their players when results or performances don’t match expectations. This weekend’s events saw Tottenham scrape a home draw against Sheffield United, with Dele Alli again a victim of an issue refusing to go away.
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