Oleksandr Zinchenko, the £32 million Arsenal player, received commendation from Arsenal icon Lucy Ward for his performance during the Champions League match against Lens. Ward noted that Zinchenko’s relentless efforts in driving the ball forward were a positive aspect for Arsenal in the game, suggesting that without him, Lens might have scored more than two goals. Despite not showcasing his best form, Zinchenko was described as attempting to take control of the game and propel Arsenal forward during the challenging tie. He made 69 accurate passes and demonstrated effort in advancing the ball up the pitch. Ward also praised Zinchenko’s…
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Mauricio Pochettino, the Chelsea manager, shed light on the decisions to substitute Mykhailo Mudryk and Moises Caicedo during the game against Fulham at Craven Cottage, which ended in a victory for Chelsea. In the match, Mykhailo Mudryk showcased his prowess by netting his inaugural Premier League goal for Chelsea, capitalizing on Levi Colwill’s cross within the opening 18 minutes. However, despite this early success, Mudryk had to be substituted off at halftime due to discomfort in his quad. Pochettino emphasized that they would conduct further assessments to ascertain the extent of Mudryk’s injury. The hope remains that it’s a…
Jarrad Branthwaite, a 21-year-old Everton player, has drawn comparisons to Manchester City’s John Stones, igniting interest from the City camp. Branthwaite, who recently returned to Goodison Park after a loan stint at PSV Eindhoven, has made a notable impact, featuring in five Premier League matches this season and impressing with consistent 90-minute performances. The prospect of Branthwaite joining Manchester City and possibly becoming their next John Stones has sparked intrigue in football circles. Drawing parallels to Stones, who was acquired by City from Everton for £50 million in 2016, adds an exciting dimension to the situation. Stones, despite initial…
Pep Guardiola, acknowledging Arsenal’s potential, admitted they might surpass Manchester City in the Premier League this season and gave them credit. He highlighted three reasons why City might struggle against Arsenal. Gary Neville echoed this sentiment, expressing optimism in Arsenal’s chances, especially after City’s recent losses. Manchester City faced consecutive defeats, exiting the Carabao Cup and losing to Wolves. Meanwhile, Arsenal’s victory over AFC Bournemouth placed them just a point behind City after seven games. Last season, Arsenal contended for the Premier League title, holding the top spot for a record 248 days without ultimately winning. Guardiola’s tenure…
Frank Lampard, the former Chelsea manager and the club’s all-time leading scorer, recently expressed his support and belief in Mauricio Pochettino’s capabilities as the current manager of the struggling Chelsea football team. Pochettino took over from Lampard as the manager earlier this year. Despite Chelsea’s challenging start to the season, Lampard emphasized the need for patience and time for Pochettino to make an impact and turn things around for the club. Lampard acknowledged the difficult start to the season that Chelsea had faced under Pochettino’s management, with only one Premier League win in their first six matches. However, Lampard…
Declan Rice, an Arsenal star, expressed disappointment over the team’s performance in their recent match against Lens in the Champions League. Despite taking an early lead with a goal by Gabriel Jesus, Arsenal ultimately suffered a 2-1 defeat, with Adrien Thomasson and Elye Wahi scoring for Lens. In his analysis of the game, Rice highlighted Arsenal’s lack of clinical finishing and missed opportunities. He acknowledged that Lens was a tough opponent and credited their defense and center-backs for their solid performance. Despite dominating the match, Arsenal struggled to capitalize on their chances, ultimately contributing to their defeat. Rice…
Manchester United is dissatisfied with Andre Onana’s performance and is considering acquiring Jan Oblak from Atletico Madrid with a potential £43 million bid. Sergio Reguilon’s notable signing has caught Manchester United’s interest, prompting thoughts of making his loan from Tottenham Hotspur a permanent arrangement. Liverpool is open to entertaining a significant offer for Thiago Alcantara in January. Newcastle’s imminent long-term deal with Bruno Guimaraes hasn’t deterred Liverpool’s interest in the player. Bayern Munich is keen on strengthening their midfield and is prepared to offer between €100 million (£87 million) and €120 million (£104 million) to sign Pedri from Barcelona next…
Mikel Arteta acknowledged an error in starting a £30M Arsenal player over a teammate, attributing a loss of 3 points to mistakes made during the Champions League clash with Lens in France. Despite an initial lead from Gabriel Jesus’ goal, Lens staged a comeback, with Adrien Thomasson and Elye Wahi’s strikes leading to Arsenal’s first defeat of the campaign. Arteta didn’t place sole blame on goalkeeper David Raya for the equalizer but noted that such errors are inevitable in football. The Arsenal manager emphasized the need to be clinical in both attack and defense, especially in Champions League matches…
Arsenal faced a disheartening defeat, losing 2-1 to Lens in the Champions League and thus ending their unbeaten streak for the season. Gabriel Jesus, a seasoned player with Champions League experience from his time with Manchester City, demonstrated his prowess by scoring a well-executed goal, bringing hope to the Gunners’ camp. However, their lead was short-lived as Adrien Thomasson netted an impressive equalizer just ten minutes later. Arsenal’s troubles escalated with Bukayo Saka’s unfortunate injury, leaving the team in a vulnerable position. Lens completed a remarkable comeback with Elye Wahi’s lethal strike, sealing Arsenal’s first loss of the campaign. …
Manchester United is set to initiate discussions regarding a contract extension for their manager, Erik ten Hag, as reported by 90min. Ten Hag, who joined the team in 2022, guided United to third place in the Premier League and secured the Carabao Cup in his debut season. Although the current season commenced with a few setbacks, including four losses and off-field issues, the team rebounded with two recent victories, notably a 3-0 triumph against Crystal Palace. Ten Hag’s initial contract with United extends until June 2025, with a provision for a one-year extension. Discussions about renewing his contract were…