Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea & Pedro impress in Spurs win

Chelsea’s players showed they are still behind their under-pressure boss, impressing in a crucial victory over Spurs at Stamford Bridge “It’s a choice. It’s a message for my group,” stated Maurizio Sarri before kick-off as the under-fire Chelsea coach explained his decision to drop his record signing against Tottenham Hotspur. Kepa Arrizabalaga was left out Read more about Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea & Pedro impress in Spurs win[…]

'There aren't many players capable' – Valverde wowed by Suarez's Clasico performance

The Barca boss thinks his forward’s record against Real Madrid is one any footballer would be proud to have Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde says there are few players who could match the scoring record of Luis Suarez against Real Madrid, after he inspired his side to a Clasico victory. The Copa del Rey holders reached Read more about 'There aren't many players capable' – Valverde wowed by Suarez's Clasico performance[…]

Leicester confirm Rodgers appointment from Celtic following Puel sacking

The former Liverpool boss has been appointed as the Foxes’ new manager, leaving his post at the Scottish champions Leicester City have confirmed the appointment of Brendan Rodgers as their new manager on a deal until June 2022. The Foxes sacked Claude Puel on Sunday following a 4-1 home defeat to Crystal Palace, with Rodgers Read more about Leicester confirm Rodgers appointment from Celtic following Puel sacking[…]

I don't know the meaning of Sarriball – Chelsea boss focused on results

The Blues manager dogged adherence to his style of football is not making life easy at Chelsea and he does not like its shorthand name Chelsea head coach Maurizio Sarri believes the label given to his playing style is meaningless, saying he doesn’t know “what Sarriball is.” ‘Sarriball’ is coming in for increasingly harsh reviews in Read more about I don't know the meaning of Sarriball – Chelsea boss focused on results[…]

Demanding schedule to blame for De Bruyne injury, says Guardiola

The Belgian was forced off during City’s 1-0 win at Bournemouth and the manager fears more injuries as the season reaches its climax Kevin de Bruyne’s injury is a product of Manchester City’s gruelling schedule, says manager Pep Guardiola.  The Belgian was forced off the pitch during the Sky Blues’ 1-0 victory at Bournemouth on Saturday. Read more about Demanding schedule to blame for De Bruyne injury, says Guardiola[…]

AEK Athens hit with suspended ban from European competition

UEFA has punished the Greek side over incidents in a Champions League game against Ajax AEK Athens have been hit with a one-season ban from European competition after fan violence in a Champions League game against Ajax, but UEFA has suspended the punishment for two years. Home fans were pictured throwing flares and other missiles Read more about AEK Athens hit with suspended ban from European competition[…]

Move over Ronaldo? ‘Portugal’s biggest star’ has become Guardiola's untouchable

Bernardo Silva has made himself undroppable for the Blues’ biggest games because of his quality and industry, and he is incredibly popular to boot When Pep Guardiola is invited to praise one of his Manchester City players, he will usually say they need to lay off social media, work harder or focus better. But mention Read more about Move over Ronaldo? ‘Portugal’s biggest star’ has become Guardiola's untouchable[…]

Coutinho running out of time to prove he can be Barcelona star

The Brazilian is yet to justify the faith and money invested in him and runs the risk of losing his place permanently to Ousmane Dembele The weeks go by, and the jury is still out. Philippe Coutinho’s talent is not in question but the Brazilian star continues to flounder when taking the pitch for Barcelona. Read more about Coutinho running out of time to prove he can be Barcelona star[…]