Referee Chris Kavanagh swiftly disallowed the goal, believing Manuel Akanji fouled Alisson during the corner kick. Akanji’s slight nudge affected Alisson’s grip on the ball, prompting Kavanagh’s decision. Despite Man City’s hopes for VAR intervention, it upheld Kavanagh’s on-field call, a stance challenged by former players Craig Pearce and Dean Saunders on talkSPORT. Trent Alexander-Arnold’s subsequent equalizer intensified the debate. Pearce noted the minimal contact, deeming it non-foul-worthy elsewhere on the pitch but acknowledging contemporary refereeing trends. Saunders countered, insisting Akanji’s actions constituted a clear foul by grabbing Alisson’s arm and leaning on him. TalkSPORT commentator Sam…
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Mauricio Pochettino expressed his dissatisfaction with Reece James’ red card incident, acknowledging his disappointment without placing excessive blame on the captain for Tottenham’s poor performance against Newcastle. The coach acknowledged that such occurrences are part of football, emphasizing the need for Chelsea to accept the red card and its consequences, urging the team to move forward. Despite the textbook nature of the cards, Pochettino’s disappointment seemed more rooted in the fact that his own player committed the mistake. Pochettino refrained from openly blaming his captain, recognizing that publicly criticizing the leader would serve no purpose at this point.…
Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira expressed immense admiration for a standout performance by an Arsenal midfield maestro during their recent 1-0 Premier League triumph over Brentford. This exceptional player, acquired from West Ham United last summer, showcased remarkable skills, highlighted by a crucial goalline clearance that thwarted Bryan Mbeumo’s potent strike. Despite a momentary lapse by goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, the maestro’s vigilance ensured the opponent’s effort was blocked. Commanding the midfield, he boasted 83 touches, completed 65 passes with a flawless 100% accuracy, and triumphed in all ground duels, securing two clearances. Amid initial skepticism surrounding Arsenal’s record-breaking investment…
Jeremy Doku faced criticism for his performance in Manchester City’s 1-1 draw with Liverpool, with analyst Craig Burley highlighting a rare off day and suboptimal decision-making. Despite Glenn Murray expressing enthusiasm for Doku, some found his lack of a finished product and decision-making disappointing. Burley argued that Doku deceived Liverpool and suggested a risk for Trent Alexander-Arnold and Joel Matip successfully handling the winger. Burley contended that Doku’s approach resembled that against weaker teams, emphasizing the need for improved decision-making. After two home losses for City, Burley acknowledged Doku’s recent impactful performances but criticized his attempts to do…
Reece James, Chelsea’s captain, faced severe criticism from fans following a 4-1 defeat to Newcastle United, where his second yellow card led to an expulsion. Raheem Sterling equalized for Chelsea after Alexandre Isak’s opener, but quick goals from Joelinton and Jamaal Lascelles tilted the game. James received his second yellow card in the 73rd minute, leaving Chelsea with 10 players. The situation worsened when Gordon secured Newcastle’s victory in the 83rd minute. Fans expressed discontent on social media, with one calling James the “worst captain at Chelsea” and another labeling his actions as “stupid.” On X, formerly known as…
Manchester United stands as one of just two teams possibly entangled in the Financial Fair Play (FFP) controversy in the Premier League. Following Everton’s loss of 10 points for violating the league’s financial regulations during the international break, the focus now shifts to two additional clubs potentially facing repercussions. The deduction places Sean Dyche’s team in the relegation zone, sparking discontent among football enthusiasts who believe the Premier League should hold Everton accountable for their transgressions. In response, Everton issued a robust statement, expressing keen interest in the outcomes of other cases involving the league’s profit and sustainability rules.…
Following Captain Reece James’ dismissal, Anthony Gordon netted the fourth goal for the home team, pushing Chelsea 10 points behind fourth-placed Tottenham, who won’t play until Sunday. Due to a touchline ban, Pochettino had to witness the game from the stands, expressing frustration at his team’s performance, deeming it “so easy” for Newcastle and subsequently canceling their day off. In an interview with Premier League Productions, the Argentine coach labeled it their worst game of the season, emphasizing the lack of passion and drive. Even with the score at 1-1, they missed an opportunity to force Newcastle to…
Piers Morgan expressed his frustration with VAR, claiming it’s “wrecking football” after Brentford’s goal against Arsenal was disallowed. The disallowed goal occurred when Leandro Trossard scored from a Bukayo Saka cross, but VAR intervened, ruling Trossard offside by a small margin as he headed in the rebound from Gabriel Jesus’s attempt. Despite the controversy, Arsenal fans, including Morgan, voiced their discontent on social media. Morgan, a vocal Arsenal supporter, took to Twitter (now called X) to exclaim, “FFS… VAR destroying football once more. I really dislike it.” Many Arsenal supporters echoed this sentiment, with some declaring that “VAR hates…
Jurgen Klopp downplayed the altercation between Pep Guardiola and Darwin Nunez following the 1-1 Premier League tie between Liverpool and Manchester City at the Etihad. Klopp intervened to defuse the situation, emphasizing that it was a moment of strong emotions rather than indicative of a deepening rivalry between the teams. Klopp dismissed the notion of animosity, stating, “It’s not about how much we hate each other; we’re just peers.” He questioned the concept of a tough rival and pointed out that such intensity is part of the game. The Liverpool manager clarified that the post-game incident was unrelated to…
In the aftermath of Saturday’s 1-1 draw between Manchester City and Liverpool, tensions flared as Darwin Nunez and Pep Guardiola engaged in a post-game altercation at the Etihad Stadium. The precise trigger for their heated exchange remains unclear, but it led to Jurgen Klopp stepping in to separate Nunez from Guardiola. Izzy Christiansen, a former England midfielder, suggested on BBC Radio 5 Live that Klopp’s intervention might have spared Guardiola from further frustration, emphasizing Liverpool’s satisfaction with securing a point in the challenging match. City seemed destined for victory after Erling Haaland’s first-half goal, but Trent Alexander-Arnold’s late…