Marcus Rashford has rubbished suggestions that Manchester United’s English players have formed a “clique” in opposition to Cristiano Ronaldo’s dressing room influence. The England forward took to social media to shoot down a claim from German journalist Christian Falk that a split was developing in Ralf Rangnick’s squad. Falk posted on Twitter: “The English Players […]
City talent McAtee signs new deal until 2026
Manchester City have announced highly-rated youngster James McAtee has signed a new contract. The 19-year-old is now tied to the club until 2026, with City securing the future of one of their most promising young players. McAtee, a gifted attacking midfielder, made his first-team debut off the bench in City’s 6-1 Carabao Cup defeat of […]
Woodgate hopes Howe gets time to build Newcastle team after ‘very good’ January
Jonathan Woodgate hopes Newcastle United stay patient with Eddie Howe in their long-term bid to become contenders in the Premier League. Newcastle have refocused their sights on the top of the table after a lucrative takeover by a consortium backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, the richest owner in world football. For now, however, […]
Ronaldo has emerged as an injury
Cristiano Ronaldo has emerged as an injury doubt for the Premier League match between Manchester United and West Ham on Saturday. The Portugal star played 71 minutes of the 3-1 win at Brentford on Wednesday before being substituted – a decision with which he was clearly annoyed. Interim manager Ralf Rangnick insisted he had no […]
Manchester City welcome Chelsea to the Etihad on Saturday
Manchester City welcome Chelsea to the Etihad on Saturday lunchtime in a huge clash at the top of the Premier League. Both squads are brimming with world-class players capable of producing moments of magic in the blink of an eye. But who would feature in a combined XI? We have had a crack at picking […]
Red Devils downed by Moutinho
Joao Moutinho’s late strike downed an insipid Manchester United as Wolves recorded a 1-0 win in the Premier League on Monday. Wolves had not played since December 19 due to COVID-19 issues but dominated the opening proceedings at Old Trafford, United only holding on thanks to David de Gea repeatedly thwarting Bruno Lage’s side. Substitute […]
Barca newcomer Torres says Pep taught him so much
New Barcelona signing Ferran Torres thanked Pep Guardiola for his teachings as he admitted he always planned to return to LaLiga from Manchester City. Torres was presented as a new Barca player on Monday after securing a move to Camp Nou in a deal that could be worth €65million. The Spain international, who is recovering […]
United star Ronaldo ‘very happy’ at Old Trafford
Cristiano Ronaldo is “very happy” at Manchester United despite reports of a lack of chemistry in the Red Devils dressing room, according to the player’s agent Jorge Mendes. Ronaldo ended a three-year association with Juventus to return to Old Trafford and has since scored 14 times in all competitions to lead the Premier League and […]
Chelsea have announced £145.6million post-tax losses
Chelsea have announced £145.6million post-tax losses for the financial year ending June 30, 2021. The Blues reported a £36.4m profit in the preceding year, but the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the club’s finances. Chelsea’s turnover rose from £387.8m to £416.8m due to increase broadcasting revenue, but matchday income dropped from $53.2m […]
Cavani strike gives Newcastle unwanted Premier League record
Newcastle United set a record no club would want when they conceded an 80th Premier League goal of the year in Monday night’s clash with Manchester United. The Magpies came into the game having leaked 79 goals in 41 games, matching the highest total shipped by a team in a calendar year during the Premier […]