Ryan Giggs’ iconic goal for Manchester United against Arsenal made Goldie ruin a take of James Bond film The World Is Not Enough
Musician, artist and actor Goldie revealed how he halted the filming of a James Bond film when Ryan Giggs scored his famous FA Cup goal against Arsenal in 1999. The Manchester United legend’s solo strike against the Gunners in the replay of the semi-final is iconic. Goldie was filming The World Is Not Enough, which featured Pierce Brosnan and Robert Carlyle, while the game was going on. I was in a caravan and Giggsy just scored in that remarkable 2-1 win and took his shirt off. Ally McCoist added: “You cannot tell me that Blofeld and Jaws have tried to stop James Bond all this time and it was Giggsy who did it. ” I phone my mate and say ‘is the game on?’ And he says ‘don’t watch it just fast forward it.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang under fire for Arsenal’s poor form but Willian is ‘getting away with murder’, says Gabriel Agbonlahor
Willian should be getting more criticism than Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang for his performances at Arsenal, talkSPORT has been told. The Brazilian has no goals for Arsenal and three assists in all competitions – two of which came on the opening day of the season. He’s come from Chelsea to Arsenal and Arsenal have invested a lot of money in his high wages and he’s not produced for them. For me, Willian is getting away with murder and he’s just not doing it enough. ”
Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool boss praises side after beating Ajax to reach Champions League knockout stage
He is a really good kid, a good player and I am happy to have him around. He is a good shot-stopper as well. "We made that decision but you never know how they are going to cope. I am really happy with how calm he was and how good he was. "Wales right-back Williams has featured in five Premier League and Champions League games for the Reds this season because of injury to Trent Alexander-Arnold. Klopp said he had demanded more from Williams after talking to the player. "We think he has more in the locker than he has shown so far," added the German. "The season started after a difficult summer with lockdown, a short pre-season and then Trent Alexander-Arnold is out. "Neco was not in the best shape but he's on the big stage - tonight he showed glimpses.
Jose Mourinho hopes non-league Marine can get Rossett Park Covid-secure
It's a beautiful thing for everyone and I look forward to it. Mourinho is also confident Kane will be available for the North London derby after a break against LASK.
Neil Lennon admits he would have 'understood' if Celtic sacked him after Ross County defeat
The Hoops have won just two of their last 10 matches in all competitions and sit 11 points behind Premiership leaders Rangers, although they have two games in hand as they bid for their 10th successive title. The Hoops are in freefall and have won just two of their last 10 matches in all competitions 'It is really encouraging and comforting and I have had great support from the players as well. '
Andrei Kanchelskis slams Paul Pogba for wanting to leave Manchester United
Paul Pogba has been told to 'just leave' Man United by former winger Andrei Kanchelskis 'If you want to come and play for Manchester United, you need to open your heart, play 100 per cent. It's a shame as Pogba is a great player. ' But the £89million may has struggled to live up to expectations at United and has suffered from niggling injury problems. Your details from Facebook will be used to provide you with tailored content, marketing and ads in line with our Privacy Policy.
Barcelona confirm injured star Sergi Roberto has tested positive for coronavirus
A statement on the club's website read: 'After the PCR tests carried out on Tuesday, first team player Sergi Roberto has tested positive for Covid-19. Barcelona confirmed on Wednesday that defender Sergi Roberto had tested positive for Covid Roberto is set to be out of action for approximately two months after sustaining the injury at the Wanda Metropolitano.
Man Utd vs PSG: Live stream FREE, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for huge Champions League clash TONIGHT
The Red Devils memorably beat the visitors in the French capital back in October, with Marcus Rashford netting a dramatic winner. You can catch this game live on BT Sport 2 and BT Sport Ultimate. Julian Draxler misses out with a thigh problem and Marquinhos is fighting to get rid of a groin injury but is expected to feature. co. uk/editorial-complaints/
Mourinho reveals Kane injury for Spurs: ‘I don’t want to lie’
Mourinho reveals Kane injury for Spurs: ‘I don’t want to lie’ Harry Kane has emerged as a potential doubt for Sunday’s north London derby after Tottenham head coach Jose Mourinho confirmed the striker missed training on Wednesday with an injury. Spurs take on LASK in Group J of the Europa League on Thursday and vice-captain Kane is not set to be part of the travelling squad. READ MORE: Kelleher’s global renown, Grealish needs Sir Alex and more mails… I don’t want to lie, I don’t want to hide anything in relation to is he going to play or no? We made the changes that we thought we had to make and to give some players some chance that they deserved.
Cristiano Ronaldo wins notoriously tough Golden Foot award – a gong Lionel Messi still hasn’t received
JUVENTUS star Cristiano Ronaldo has fended off competition from Lionel Messi and Robert Lewandowski to win the 2020 Golden Foot award. To be in contention for the award - that was introduced in 2003 for Europe's standout performers - footballers must be at least 28 years of age. And it is Ronaldo that received the most votes from fans across the world after he finished the 2019/20 season with 37 goals in 46 games.
Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock’s Watford ace fiance Andre Gray flouts lockdown rules to hold an illegal poker party
Video footage obtained by The Sun shows Gray behind the posh bar of his sprawling home while friends sit around playing poker on Saturday night. It stinks of arrogance when you think of what the rest of the country is having to go through. ” In hindsight, it was incredibly naïve to do so and is deeply regrettable. co. uk/editorial-complaints/
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta unsure if Thomas Partey will be fit for North London derby at Tottenham
Following Sunday's defeat by Wolves, Arteta claimed that Partey would miss the 'next few games' but he has since admitted the midfielder is trying to do everything he can to play some sort of role in what would be his first ever north London derby. To do this we will link your MailOnline account with your Facebook account. Your details from Facebook will be used to provide you with tailored content, marketing and ads in line with our Privacy Policy.
Juventus vs Dynamo Kiev: Live stream FREE, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for TONIGHT’s Champions League clash
JUVENTUS are up against Ukrainian side Dynamo Kiev in their penultimate Champions League group game this evening. Andrea Pirlo's side are currently second in their group, behind Barcelona, who beat them in Turin 2-0 a month ago. Juve have been inconsistent all season - even with Cristiano Ronaldo in their side, and they're coming off a tough-fought 1-1 draw with Serie A minnows Benevento. co. uk/editorial-complaints/
McTominay: I wouldn’t have made it at a club other than Man Utd
McTominay: I wouldn’t have made it at a club other than Man Utd Scott McTominay says he “wouldn’t have been a footballer” if he had come through at any other football club, McTominay is now a key member of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s first team squad having being first handed an opportunity by Jose Mourinho. The Scotland international is already nearing 100 United appearances having graduated from the United academy. And McTominay lauded the prestigious youth system, claiming he would have “written myself off” if he was at another club. When I look back on it, if I knew in my mind how difficult it is to get to here, I would have written myself off. Let's remember five players who binned the muted celebration in favour of sticking it to them.
Sevilla vs Chelsea: Live stream FREE, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Champions League group match TONIGHT
The Blues can clinch top spot in their group with a win in Seville, but that could be a hard task to pull off. Chelsea have already bagged a qualifying spot in the last-16 of Europe's elite competition, but will want to finish the group stages top of the pile. co. uk/editorial-complaints/
Harry Kane an injury doubt for Tottenham in north London derby against Arsenal as Jose Mourinho reveals Sergio Reguilon and Carlos Vinicius face fitness tests
Harry Kane is in a race against time to be fit for Tottenham’s north London derby this weekend against Arsenal after the England skipper missed training on Wednesday. Speaking ahead of Thursday’s Europa League clash with LASK in Austria, Spurs boss Jose Mourinho confirmed he is sweating on the fitness of a number of first-team stars ahead of the huge Premier League showdown. Lamela is an injury from three weeks, a month ago,” Mourinho said. I don’t want to lie, I don’t want to hide anything in relation to is he going to play or no? In fact, former Spurs striker Jermain Defoe believes there is no better forward pairing in the world right now.
‘Pure maths’: Arteta uses crossing stat to forecast goals
‘Pure maths’: Arteta uses crossing stat to forecast goals Mikel Arteta insists Arsenal’s lack of goals is a problem that has been affecting the club “for years” and used a crossing statistic to provide hope of an imminent upturn in fortunes. Arsenal have scored just ten goals in ten Premier League games this season, leaving them languishing in the bottom half on just 13 points. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has scored a large proportion of the Gunners’ goals in recent seasons and his lack of form is hampering the side. But Arteta then offered a defence of his team’s attacking play, using crossing statistics to explain why their luck in front of goal is going to turn soon.
Digne could miss two months as Everton suffer injury blow
Everton defender Lucas Digne is facing a potentially lengthy spell on the sidelines after sustaining an ankle injury in training. The club are awaiting a full diagnosis on the severity of the problem, the PA news agency understands, with the concern being he may require surgery. Reports in his homeland have claimed the France left-back could be out for two months. Meanwhile, Everton midfielder Andre Gomes admits he is still trying to get back to full fitness after his horrific fracture dislocation to his right ankle 12 months ago. I came from a big injury and tried to get in perfect shape and feel really good on the pitch and work on that. It is part of my job to do my best to get back in the side.
Braga vs Leicester LIVE: Stream FREE, TV channel, team news and kick-off time – Europa League latest updates
Three points will see the Foxes safely through with two games to spare - and they put four past the Primeira Liga side just three weeks ago. The Foxes have made the perfect start to their Europa League campaign having won all of their opening three fixtures, and travel to Portugal having thrashed their opponents 4-0 in their last group game.
'I would NOT sign him!': Barcelona presidential hopeful Toni Freixa would rule out a move for Neymar
Neymar left Barcelona for French side Paris Saint-Germain in a record-breaking move in summer 2017 and is widely seen as one of the world's best players. But Freixa has ruled that move out if he were to be instated as president at the Nou Camp. Neymar spent four years at Nou Camp before leaving for Paris Saint-Germain for a record fee With Messi constantly linked with moves away after his Burofax request to leave the club in the summer and Antoine Griezmann struggling for form, a move for Neymar could have reignited Barcelona's attack.
Diego Maradona death – Legend was ‘cold, pale and felt sick’ just hours before he died as Argentina and Naples mourns
DIEGO Maradona died just hours after telling his family he was feeling sick. According to reports, Maradona came down for breakfast yesterday morning looking pale and complaining about feeling cold. He inspired his country to World Cup glory in 1986, and also helped Napoli win the Italian league title in 1987 and 1990. In his last season there, he was runner-up to Maradona when Napoli won its first Serie A in 1987. Maradona visited Kolkata twice and his connection with the city was cemented in 2017 when he personally unveiled a statue of himself holding the World Cup, in the presence of thousands of fans.
The maddest moments from Diego Maradona's colourful life
But equally, the Argentine legend, who died on Wednesday at the age of 60, will be celebrated for the constant madness that punctuated his extraordinary life. Maradona was given a two-year suspended sentence for shooting a group of journalists with an air rifle outside his Buenos Aires home in 1994, injuring four of them Maradona is arrested by police at his apartment in Buenos Aires for possession of cocaine in April 1991, not long after the Italian football league banned him for 15 months But he was also seen slumped in his seat and was taken to hospital after one game for checks after collapsing.
Nicolas Pepe to get another chance? David Luiz returns – How Arsenal could line up in Europa League clash against Molde
Arsenal can seal their place in the Europa League knockout stage when they take on Molde on Thursday, LIVE on talkSPORT 2. And Mikel Arteta’s men can proceed to the next stage of the competition with two games to spare. However, they’ll be required to better Rapid Vienna’s result against minnows Dundalk in order to achieve this. To say it’s a threat for him to finish his (Arsenal) career, it is not at all like that. He is a player I really like, that I know what he can give, and it is completely up to him. ”
4.45pm Man Utd transfer news LIVE: Fans STILL banned from Old Trafford, Rashford to receive special award at SPOTY
MANCHESTER UNITED are back in the driving seat in the Champions League after a crushing 4-1 win over Istanbul Basaksehir. Get all the latest news, updates and gossip from Old Trafford here. . . Manchester United have released a club statement, following the news that they will NOT be permitted to admit fans from next week, given that Trafford remains in Tier 3. Chukwueze is capable of playing on either flank, and his displays for Villarreal have secured him a whole host of admirers. And according to AS, that has opened up a scramble for his signature among some of the top football agents. And whichever agent wins the chase is set to be in store for a bumper pay day when Camavinga gets his move to one of the European giants.
Military police bribes and missing out on Tottenham stars – the story behind Diego Maradona’s failed transfer to Sheffield United
The football world said goodbye to an icon on Wednesday in Diego Maradona, who died at the age of 60. The numerous tributes that have poured in for the flawed genius show how much of an impact the Argentine had on making people fall in love with the game. Maradona is best known for what he did in a World Cup quarter-final tie against England 1986 which showed both sides of his extraordinary character. His infamous ‘Hand of God’ goal is still rued by England supporters and celebrated in Argentina. He was at his brilliant best when playing for the national side and at Napoli, taking the club from an unfancied Italian outfit to two Serie A titles. That kind of money on a relatively unproven 17-year-old is always a risk but it’s understood Sheffield United were able to pay it.
4.45pm Chelsea transfer news LIVE: Fans back at Stamford Bridge, Giroud Tottenham interest, Thiago Silva contract talks
CHELSEA are buzzing after qualifying for the Champions League knockout stages in thrilling style. Mason Mount was one of the stars of the show and Frank Lampard has called for criticism of the England ace to stop. Follow all the latest Chelsea news below. . . EA Sports told SunSport they are allowed to use the pair’s details due to deals they have in place with AC Milan and the Premier League. We want to keep the good run we have had going, and to do that we need to maintain those high levels in training and in the match itself.
Return of fans on the horizon for some after tier system unveiled
Brighton, Chelsea, Liverpool and West Ham will be able to allow fans into their stadiums for their first Premier League matches in December under the Government’s new tier system in England to tackle the spread of coronavirus. Those clubs are within tier two areas, meaning if the clubs wish to they can welcome in up to 2,000 fans. The Premier League is yet to confirm the scheduling for matches to be played over the weekend of December 5 and 6. In League One, AFC Wimbledon, in tier two, would be allowed supporters in for the visit of Peterborough if the game is rescheduled. Of the matches already scheduled to be played on Wednesday, Luton can allow in fans for the Championship visit of Norwich, as can Wycombe for the match against Stoke.
Brighton v Liverpool: Robertson and high press to hurt the hosts
HomeLiverpool Brighton v Liverpool gets the tactics treatment and we cannot see Brighton coping with the press… Tactical patternGraham Potter plays a progressive brand of possession football that focuses on intelligent passing out from the back, but the problem is he just doesn’t have enough quality in the squad for it to work. Brighton consistently win when forced onto the back foot, as in the victory over Aston Villa last weekend, and consistently fall to heavy defeats when attempting to take the game to big clubs. Back Liverpool to score over 2. 5 goals at 15/8 (Betfair)Odds correct at the time of publication. Liverpool beat Danish champions FC Midtjylland in the Champions League thanks to goals from Salah and Jota.
Molde vs Arsenal LIVE: Stream FREE, TV channel, team news and kick-off time – Europa League latest updates
ARSENAL are in Norway tonight as they face Molde in the Europa League. The Gunners will qualify for the knockout stages of the tournament if they better Rapid Vienna's result against Dundalk. Welcome to our live coverage of the Europa League match between Molde and Arsenal. It’s three weeks since Arsenal defeated Molde 3-1 in London to ensure they sit top of Group B with a maximum of nine points.
Football fans bemoan the North-South divide in new Covid tiers
The majority of Premier League teams unable to welcome back fans are in the north of the UK The R rate is the rate of infection, and measures how quickly the virus is spreading from person-to-person in that region. Current government data shows that the R rate in the North East is between 1. 0 and 1. 1, while in the North West it's between 0. 8 and 1. 0.
Football betting tips: Salah to haunt Brighton again, Calvert-Lewin v Bamford, Lampard to nullify Mourinho in Chelsea v Tottenham – Premier League predictions
Until then, though, here are our top betting tips and predictions for three Premier League games taking place over the next 48 hours, including a monster clash on Sunday. Oh, and Mohamed Salah looks like he’ll be back to start – he’s been directly involved in eight goals in his six Premier League appearances against Brighton, scoring five and assisting three. Their Premier League games have seen a league-high 23 goals in the first half so far this season, with the Reds scoring 12 and conceding 11 goals before half-time. The England captain has been involved in 16 Premier League goals this season (7 goals, 9 assists), more than any other player.
Premier League festive schedule: How to follow on TV & who gets least rest
Time in hours and minutes between kick-offsManchester City, Chelsea, Everton and Crystal Palace have the shortest recovery times to contend with, as all four clubs face two matches in 48 hours. Wolves have an extra 45 minutes. The fixture schedule has, however, been kind to Fulham and Newcastle in particular, with both Scott Parker and Steve Bruce's sides having 99 and 96 hours recovery respectively. Manchester United, Liverpool, Southampton and Arsenal all also have more than three days between their two games. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football.
Coutinho stalls over new Barcelona contract until new president appointed in career U-turn after flop Nou Camp start
PHILIPPE COUTINHO is reportedly stalling over a new Barcelona contract as he wants to wait until the new president is appointed. The former Liverpool midfielder endured a miserable start to his Barca career but has rediscovered his form this season under new coach Ronald Koeman. Coutinho left Anfield in a £142million move to Barca in 2018 but his time in Spain got off to a forgettable start. Coutinho has returned to the Nou Camp and is back in favour after being used by Koeman on the left flank. Coutinho's contract runs until 2023 and there was talk of a new deal but the playmaker reportedly wants to bide his time.
Arteta reacts to reports of Arsenal training ground spat
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta played down a reported training ground spat during the international break between two of his players. Reports suggested David Luiz and Dani Ceballos had been involved in a physical altercation following an argument after an inter-squad training match during the international break. While it was claimed Luiz had drawn blood from Ceballos during the exchange, Arteta said the incident was not unlike any other training ground disagreement. Training is very competitive and issues happen a lot of times. I'm hurt because I don't like any player in my squad not to have the possibility to participate or to compete. . . "
Premier League and EFL are slammed for a 'lack of leadership' by Government
The Premier League had offered a £50million bailout for League One and League Two clubs that was accepted in principle, but the two organisations have still not agreed on the terms of the package – much to the MPs dismay. Premier League, led by Richard Masters, and EFL have been slammed bythe DCMS Committee The make-up of the £50m loan to EFL (led by chairman Rick Parry, pictured) is yet to be agreed The letter criticises both the Premier League and EFL for a lack of leadership and not doing right by the fans, who remain unable to attend any matches from the top flight to League Two. MP Julian Knight criticised both for a lack of leadership and not doing right by the fans
Injury misery for Jurgen Klopp, Pep Guardiola & Co amid controversial international break
And the subsequent fallout has proven the Spurs boss correct as a series of players have been mired with fresh injuries, piling more misery on Premier League coaches as they look to manage their squads in this unusual season. So what is behind the increase in injuries this season? 'Five happened because of the pandemic and the lack of preparations and being in lockdown for three months. And those concerns have been justified, with a number of players hit by coronavirus while away with their countries.
Mikel Arteta confirms Thomas Partey will MISS Leeds United trip through injury as Arsenal boss comments on ‘fight’ between David Luiz and Dani Ceballos
Mikel Arteta has played down rumours of a rift within the Arsenal camp after reports of a fight involving David Luiz and Dani Ceballos. On Thursday, it was reported that Luiz and Ceballos were involved in a physical alteration following an argument after an inter-squad training match during the international break. While it was claimed Luiz had drawn blood from Ceballos during the exchange, Arteta said the incident was not unlike any other training ground disagreement. It is not the first time the Spain international was involved in an alteration with a team-mate. The Ghana international is still recovering from a thigh injury sustained during the 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa.
Football betting tips: Bruno Fernandes on target for Man Utd plus Werner to bag for Chelsea – Premier League predictions
THE international break is behind us and Premier League football is back on our screens this weekend. Back to business and back to the rollercoaster that is the Ole reign at Old Trafford. You never know where you stand with this Man Utd team and they're an absolute nightmare to back with your hard-earned. West Brom are finding life tough back in the top flight and continue to search for that illusive first win of the season.
12pm Chelsea transfer news LIVE: Kai Havertz, Pulisic and Thiago Silva set to miss Newcastle match, Chilwell to return
CHELSEA are back in Premier League action this week as they travel to Newcastle. Follow ALL the latest Chelsea transfer news below. . . LEAD THE WAY LIAM – BREAKING What I do know with my job, the sacrifices you make for family and for your kids growing up is something that I see, maybe not in my 50s, but towards the 60s – I’d love to make it that far, God willing for all of us – I would love to maybe come off it a bit. ” As for us as a team, my job is to dampen what he’s said there and say that we know there’s a long way to go. ” Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Oliver Dowden told talkSPORT: “There is definitely a chance [of that happening].
Derby coach Liam Rosenior is on FA board to decide next chairman
'I'm incredibly proud to lead the selection panel for the new chair of the Football Association.
10 reasons why we're excited for the return of the Premier League this weekend
When we left off a fortnight ago, the season was shaping up to be something of a thriller. The creativity in their midfield with James Maddison, Harvey Barnes and Youri Tielemans is brilliant and 19-year-old Wesley Fofana at the back look like he's played in blue for years. Their manager won't mind that at all and it's a good sign for Spurs and their chances of finally winning something that they have the ability to get over the line even when far short of their best. They're an unfamiliar 10th going into this weekend and were swamped for half-an-hour in their meeting with Liverpool last time out before remembering their class.
Steve Bruce blasts Miguel Almiron’s agent as an ‘amateur looking to make a fast buck’ after Newcastle transfer claims
The Newcastle boss made his opinion of Daniel Campos clear after the Paraguayan’s representative recently claimed the playmaker was looking for a transfer away from St James’ Park. An agent who, two years in, is probably trying to profit again and take him somewhere else, is just hugely disrespectful to all of us basically, and to the club in particular who have served Miguel so well. I will have a conversation with him of course, but Miguel is an unbelievable pro and has a great attitude to everything. Almiron is set to keep his place for Saturday’s lunchtime kick-off against Chelsea but Bruce is definitely without Ryan Fraser, who pulled out of international duty with Scotland due to a hamstring injury.
The story behind the Rashford mural
MOTDx's Timbsy heads to Withington in Manchester to hear the story behind the mural of England and Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford, who has become a leader in the fight against child poverty in the UK. Watch MOTDx now on BBC iPlayer
Merson picks out new Arsenal signing that ‘looks lost’
Merson picks out new Arsenal signing that ‘looks lost’ Paul Merson thinks Arsenal winger Willian “looks lost” at the north London club following his move from Chelsea in the summer transfer window. Signed on a free transfer from London rivals Chelsea in the summer, Willian hit the ground running in Arsenal red when he provided two assists on his debut in a routine win at Fulham. But he has yet to get on the scoresheet for the Gunners and has failed to provide a Premier League assist since his fine display at Craven Cottage He has gone to Arsenal and he looks lost. They are starting to nullify the threat from him from out wide and making life hard for him. Was Bukayo Saka 'overawed' with England or is he actually just really bloody good for them and Arsenal?
12pm Man Utd transfer news LIVE: Sergio Ramos shock target, Raphael Varane switch eyed, Roberto Mancini boss LATEST
On the transfer front, the Red Devils are reportedly weighing up a shock move for Sergio Ramos while we've the very latest on the link with Raphael Varane. Daniel James has vowed to fight for his Manchester United place after less than three hours of league action this season. The Bulgarian is in favour of a front three with Edinson Cavani through the middle and Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford out wide. The time he had at Manchester United, he was so desperate to win trophies and he took a lot of responsibility on his shoulders and probably took a lot of blame, in my eyes, very unfairly.
Youssoufa Moukoko: Meet Borussia Dortmund's 16-year-old 'wunderkind'
" Today, Moukoko turns 16, and is an international sensation thanks to his ridiculous goal rate - he has scored 141 times in 88 youth matches for Borussia Dortmund since 2017. In the summer, Dortmund selected Moukoko for their official Bundesliga squad, knowing they would have to wait a couple of months before the young striker would be eligible to play. When he was 10, he moved to live with his father, who had been based in Germany for many years, and joined the youth set-up at St Pauli. Moukoko went to his first training session in running shoes, as he wasn't used to organised football. Club officials are convinced that Moukoko has earned his spot in the first team not only because of his talent but also because of his work ethic.
12pm Arsenal transfer news LIVE: Luiz and Ceballos in ‘training ground fight’, Isco target, Eriksen for Xhaka ‘exchange’
ARSENAL resume their Premier League campaign with a clash on Sunday against Leeds. Off the field, the Gunners are reportedly in talks with Isco while there are shock reports that David Luiz and Dani Ceballos were in a 'training ground fight'. Former Fulham and Brighton defender Liam Rosenior will help choose the next FA chairman. They are very loyal to their principles, to the way the play and they approach every game the same way, which is to win and to be very aggressive with and without the ball and try to win. But he was let go in 2018 and fell out of love with the club before putting up 221 items for sale. Reiss Nelson, meanwhile, took a knock to the knee in training ahead of the clash with Molde in the Europa League, and is unlikely to be involved.
Ireland manager's 'anti-English' video 'included clips about the Great Famine and Easter Rising'
But the Rising brought republicanism back to the forefront of Irish politics, and support for republicanism continued to rise in the following years. But last week's ploy certainly took some by surprise and appears to have overstepped the mark of political correctness - particularly given a number of players also have English roots - in the eyes of certain individuals. Some players and staff are understood to have privately complained about the video, which is said to have portrayed key moments in the history of English and Irish relations.
FootballShirtFriday 2020: Football shirt quiz
Find out how much you know about Premier League, European and International men's football shirts in our kit-master quiz. . . To enjoy Newsround at its best you will need to have JavaScript turned on. Can these five graduates cope with the pressure?
Klopp: There are eight teams in the Premier League title race
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp thinks there could be up to eight teams in the Premier League title race this season. The Reds romped to victory last season, winning the Premier League title by 18 points from nearest challengers Manchester City. Klopp’s side have started well again this campaign and find themselves top of the pile after eight matches, although it is still tight at the summit. When asked in the Daily Mail about how many teams could be involved in the Premier League title race, Klopp replied: “[I think there could be up to] eight. Liverpool fell one point short of the 100 points that Manchester City achieved in the 2017/18 campaign, which was the most team points achieved in a Premier League season.
Liverpool, Arsenal stars returning to England after positive tests
Egypt’s Premier League stars, Mohamed Salah and Mohamed Elneny, are returning to their clubs having secured a private flight back to England. This comes after the duo tested positive for Covid-19 while on international duty. Liverpool forward Salah missed out on Egpyt’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers this time, after testing positive for coronavirus last Friday. Elneny and Salah will be travelling back to London on Friday, with the Egptian pair travelling on a “medically equipped” plane.
Klopp reveals Liverpool injury reaction; aims fresh dig at Pickford
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has revealed how he reacted to the news that Joe Gomez had sustained a serious injury, while he has made a fresh dig at Jordan Pickford. Matip has had injury problems of his own, having played only three times this season and only just returning from a five-match absence against Manchester City before the international break, and it is generally accepted he cannot play three matches a week. It was because of a very strange decision by one person [Jordan Pickford] which made it hard to deal with. Manchester City see Lionel Messi as 'the final piece in the jigsaw' when it comes to the Champions League.
After an 'unbeaten' run of 159 matches, Mark Lawrenson FINALLY predicts Liverpool to lose a PL game
BBC pundit Lawrenson predicts every Premier League result each matchday week and had predicted that Liverpool would go unbeaten for 1,638 days – which would have been the longest in English football history. However, that remarkable run of results – which if it had actually happened, would have easily eclipsed the real-life achievements by Arsenal's Invincibles, who remained unbeaten for a record 49 games between May 2003 and October 2004 – has come to an abrupt end with Lawrenson forecasting a 2-0 victory for City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. 'Since then, though, Liverpool have been absolutely outstanding and have hardly ever lost a real game either. You can choose on each post whether you would like it to be posted to Facebook.
Ludogorets vs Tottenham - Europa League: live score, lineups and updates
Routine win for Spurs, courtesy of goals from Kane, Moura and Lo Celso. Another chance for Kane, who is teed up by Bale's heading the ball across from the left side of the area. Gareth Bale drives with the ball in midfield before looking up to see the run of Kane.
Rangers score twice in a minute as ex-Man City star Nicolas Otamendi receives RED CARD in Europa League match
Rangers’ Europa League campaign is just going from strength to strength. But it’s unlikely they’ll be involved in a more crazy half of football this season, with Steven Gerrard’s men 2-1 up at Benfica. But the clash at the Estadio Da Luz completely changed just before the 20-minute mark as Benfica centre-back Nicolas Otamendi was shown a straight red card. The former Manchester City star was given his marching orders after bringing down Ryan Kent, who was through on goal. This is the Colombian’s seventh goal of the season.
Manchester United 'approach Mauricio Pochettino about replacing Ole Gunnar Solskjaer'
Solskjaer is under intense pressure following back-to-back defeats by Arsenal in the Premier League and Istanbul Basaksehir in the Champions League and he now leads the bookmakers' sack race. It has been reported previously that Pochettino is keen to manage United at some point and that stance is not believed to have changed. United insist Solskjaer still has their backing and no approach has been made for Pochettino to replace him. Pochettino (left) and Solskjaer on the touchline as United played Spurs in January last year The 48-year-old left Spurs after five-and-a-half years last November to be replaced by former United boss Jose Mourinho.
Premier League clubs vote to DITCH the controversial £14.95 pay-per-view scheme
Selected Premier League matches have been available for £14. 95 on a pay-per-view basis It is understood any change would take effect from the round of matches on November 21 - after the upcoming international break - with a review of arrangements set to take place in mid-January. This weekend's PPV games will remain on the Sky and BT Box Office platforms to honour purchases already made by fans. One option under consideration was to bring the cost of Premier League games in line with the EFL's iFollow charge to watch games in the Championship, League One and League Two.
8pm Man Utd news LIVE: Pochettino ‘approach’, Basaksehir loss reaction, Ferdinand slams flops, Chukwueze transfer
Follow ALL of the latest United transfer gossip and news below. . . SORRY FOR OLE United bring in these big players, and just have no idea of where to play them or what to do with them. Manchester United have reportedly made contact with Mauricio Pochettino and the former Spurs manager could revolutionise Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's squad. If you ran a poll with Manchester United and you say Paul Scholes in his prime or Paul Pogba in his prime, you have to choose one of them, who would you put in your midfield?
Ludogorets Razgrad 1-3 Tottenham Hotspur: Harry Kane scores 200th goal
Match ends, Ludogorets Razgrad 1, Tottenham Hotspur 3. Ivan Yordanov replaces Stéphane Badji. Pierre-Emile Højbjerg (Tottenham Hotspur) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Tanguy Ndombele (Tottenham Hotspur) wins a free kick in the attacking half. Bernard Tekpetey (Ludogorets Razgrad) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Auba claims Arsenal man ‘locked down’ three Man Utd players
Auba claims Arsenal man ‘locked down’ three Man Utd players Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang thinks Thomas Partey “locked down” Manchester United’s midfield at the weekend. Aubameyang added: “I think he locked down three of Manchester United’s midfielders on Sunday – that’s my point of view anyway – and that’s really important for us. Keane criticised Aubameyang for calling Arteta by his first name in his post-match interview. Merson isn't getting carried away with Arsenal after they beat a "terribly, terribly poor" Man Utd side on Sunday.
Arsenal vs Molde LIVE: Stream FREE, TV channel, teams as Aubemayang OUT – Europa League latest updates
Follow our live blog from North London right here. . . IN FOR A CRACKER There are no fans in the stadium, but fireworks can be heard from nearby. Mikel Arteta’s side host Molde this evening, as Arsenal face the Norwegian club for the first time in their history. And for the fact that they have bagged five goals in this Europa campaign thus far, which puts them ahead of tonight’s opponents in the standings, on goal difference.
Harry Kane scores 200th Tottenham goal in Europa League win, Arsenal and Leicester in action, Man United in Mauricio Pochettino approach
All the top sports news, gossip and expert opinion from some star-studded guests. Plus, the very latest goings on at Manchester United, as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer continues to come under serious pressure. And we will also build-up to this evening’s Europa League fixtures with Arsenal, Leicester and Tottenham all in action.
8pm Chelsea news LIVE: Havertz has coronavirus, Werner is now main penalty taker, Rennes victory reaction
But Kai Havertz missed the match after Frank Lampard confirmed the German had test positive for coronavirus, while Werner is now the designated penalty taker instead of Jorginho. And according to reports in Italy, Emerson is a 'priority' target for Napoli, who could make a move in January. He became the first Chelsea keeper since Petr Cech in 2004 to not concede in his opening three Premier League matches.
Simon Jordan for Prime Minister? Watford goalkeeper Ben Foster says outspoken talkSPORT host ‘talks sense’ and should run for office to oust Boris Johnson
However, he has a big fan in Foster, who has insisted that the country is in dire need of a leader who ‘says it how it is’ after listening to Jordan earlier in the day. I listened to Simon earlier and he’s bob on to be honest with you,” Foster said. Foster then added: “You talk sense though and that’s what we need in this country – somebody who talks sense and lays it out exactly how it is. ” You have to pay for something what it’s worth and ultimately it has to be fair and equitable, and it has to be balanced.
8pm Arsenal news LIVE: Aouar transfer UPDATE, Martinelli UPDATE, Aubameyang and Lacazette benched vs Molde
New signing Thomas Partey is getting lavish praise after a strong start in a Gunners shirt, while Bukayo Saka has been included in a list of the top 10 most valuable youngsters in the world. In order to do that we need the players, they are the most important part of that, and we have to be conscious that we have to protect them. Arteta said: “I’m fed up with the situation because we tried to find a way to give him some football in the last days of the transfer window and for many reasons that didn’t happen. William still needs to go through a transition year and with the amount of central defenders that we have, we’ve had to leave him out of the squad which is painful.
Steven Gerrard backs Mo Salah to ‘embarrass’ his Champions League goal record at Anfield
STEVEN GERRARD thinks Mo Salah will 'embarrass' his Champions League goal record having equalled it on Tuesday. Salah scored Liverpool's third in their 5-0 thrashing of Atalanta which put the Egyptian on 21 Champions League goals for the Reds. And with plenty more opportunities ahead of Salah, Rangers manager Gerrard says it's only a matter of time before his record is demolished. "I was very proud to see Mo Salah equal my scoring record for Liverpool in Europe, it was only a matter of time.
Marius Zaliukas dead aged 36: Former Leeds and Rangers star’s wife pays tribute after tragic death
FORMER Rangers and Leeds star Marius Zaliukas has tragically died at the age of just 36, just 11 days before his birthday. The shock news was revealed by his wife Nora Zaliuke and the Lithuanian Football Federation. The thoughts of everyone at #LUFC are with the friends and family of former defender Marius Žaliūkas who has sadly passed away at 36 pic. twitter. com/ph8vmd9NaM "Marius inspired countless young footballers, and his contribution to Lithuanian football will never be forgotten.
Marcus Rashford, Edinson Cavani, and Thomas Partey all start, while Willian returns in place of Nicolas Pepe as Manchester United host Arsenal
The Premier League is all about big games and Manchester United vs Arsenal is one of the biggest in English football history. There is rarely a dull match between the two sides and we could be set for another classic on Sunday at Old Trafford with both desperate for a win. The hosts are now unbeaten in four games since their humiliating 6-1 defeat at the hands of Tottenham, with two impressive Champions League wins against Paris Saint-German and RB Leipzig the standout displays. But again, we will go to Old Trafford with the same mindset to go there and try to win the football match and improve. We are in a process and hopefully we will be a more solid and ruthless team week in and week out. ” He had made his debut in the Champions League win over Paris Saint-Germain but missed games against Chelsea and RB Leipzig due to his result.
Wales star Gareth Bale gives £15,000 for Christmas hampers
Wales football star Gareth Bale has given £15,000 to a campaign to feed struggling families over Christmas. The Tottenham Hotspur winger has donated the cash to the Everyone Deserves a Christmas project in Swansea. The money will fund at least 300 food hampers to be handed out over the festive period. The campaign's organiser, Swansea East MP Carolyn Harris, said: " I can't stop saying thank you Gareth Bale. " Ms Harris had initially written to Bale's agent in the hope he would donate a signed shirt to auction off to raise money for this year's campaign. "I've literally wept at his kindness and knowing that so many families will wake-up on Christmas day to have a special day is truly amazing. " Each hamper is put together by volunteers in the run-up to Christmas, at a cost of £50 each.
Newcastle reportedly agree kit deal with luxury brand Castore after £25million Rangers move in the summer
NEWCASTLE UNITED are reportedly on the verge of agreeing a multi-million pound kit deal with luxury sportswear firm Castore. And the Daily Mail claims the firm, established by Merseyside brothers and former athletes Tom and Phil Deacon, will take over from Puma as the Toon's kit providers. Rangers have reportedly been embroiled in an ongoing court dispute with current Newcastle owner and their former shareholder Mike Ashley.
‘My career as Barcelona manager is over’, says boss Guardiola
‘My career as Barcelona manager is over’, says boss Guardiola Man City boss Pep Guardiola says his ‘career as Barcelona manager is over’ amid rumours linking him with a return to the club. Barca President Josep Bartomeu resigned recently ahead of a move to remove him from the Catalan giants. That’s led to plenty of speculation that Guardiola could return to the Nou Camp and replace Ronald Koeman. He told BT Sport (via BBC Sport): “My career as a manager in Barcelona is over. Dietmar Hamann this week criticised his old club, claiming Pep Guardiola is lucky to still be manager.
Barcelona presidency hopeful Victor Font insists Pep Guardiola WILL return to the club, despite Man City boss saying his time at Nou Camp is ‘OVER’
Pep Guardiola will return to Barcelona ‘sooner rather than later’, insists presidency candidate Victor Font. That is despite the Manchester City boss reiterating on Saturday that his career as a manager at the Catalan club ‘is over’ Speculation over the Spaniard’s future at the Etihad Stadium has been mounting, with his contract at the Premier League side set to expire at the end of the 2020/21 campaign. Now it will be elections in Barcelona and hopefully they can choose the right person and the right board to maintain the incredible club Barcelona is at the highest level. ” Víctor Font (@victor_font) October 31, 2020However, it doesn’t appear to have put Font off his plans, and in response to Guardiola’s comments suggested the former Barca boss and player will return in a different role. But he will come back to his beloved club to help in other roles/capacities https://t. co/1BGW0yc2Po
Man Utd boss Solskjaer joins love-in with Arteta
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has hailed the impact of Mikel Arteta ahead of Manchester United’s clash with Arsenal on Sunday. He reciprocated the sentiments of Arteta, who earlier detailed the improvements United have made under his opposite number. Man United v Arsenal: One big game, five big questions Arteta claims Leicester's change of approach is a positive sign for Arsenal, who face Man Utd on Sunday. Arteta is going through his first notably difficult spell as Arsenal boss, losing three of the last four Premier League games.
Sheffield United 'fan' Kyle Walker explains composed reaction to netting winner for Manchester City
Kyle Walker didn't celebrate for Manchester City as he is still a Sheffield United supporter Former Manchester United centre-back Rio Ferdinand was full of praise for Walker after the game and described him as the standout defender in the Premier League so far this season. Rio Ferdinand stated that Walker will be seen as one of the leaders for Manchester City
Alan Smith says Arsenal overpaid for Nicolas Pepe and admits £72m man is now a ‘problem’ for Mikel Arteta
Alan Smith believes Nicolas Pepe is now a ‘problem’ for Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta. The Ivory Coast international has been underwhelming since joining the Gunners from Lille in the summer of 2019 for a club record fee of £72million. And Gunners icon Smith believes his former club overpaid for Pepe, admitting he is now a ‘problem’ for Arteta. He told 101 Great Goals: “Well Nicolas Pepe is a problem in a way because he cost so much money. However, he’s got to bring more consistency to his game and I just hope that can happen in an Arsenal shirt. ” The culture, the attitude of the players, introducing the winning mentality, the toughness and steel, standards in training and on a matchday.
Liverpool vs West Ham - Premier League: live score, lineups and updates
59 mins: West Ham come forward again, with Cresswell whipping a ball into the near post but Phillips is positioned well to clear that behind for a throw in. 56 mins: Liverpool continue to control the lion's share of possession but West Ham are wily in setting traps and looking to counter attack. 35 mins: Frustration for Salah as he is unable to latch onto a ball in behind due to Cresswell using his body well to defend the attacker, who bundles the full back over and is penalised for a foul 34 mins: Liverpool play it short and waste the opportunity, and West Ham break but are unable to make the threat count as it goes behind for a goal kick. 9 mins: West Ham take a free kick short and Coufal whips a teasing ball in the direction of Haller, but Phillips is there to clear behind for a corner.
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard 'lines up deal for Borussia Monchengladbach defender Matthias Ginter'
Matthaus told Sky Sports Germany: 'Ginter has become a leader at the back, in a similar way to Ramos at Real.
Frank Lampard confirms Christian Pulisic is set for spell on sidelines as images show Chelsea winger storm off in warm-up to Burnley victory
Frank Lampard has confirmed that Christian Pulisic is set for a spell on the sidelines after he tweaked his hamstring in the warm-up to Chelsea’s dominant victory over Burnley. The USMNT international was set to start at Turf Moor before he pulled up in a training drill and was subsequently replaced by Timo Werner in the line-up. Goals from Hakim Ziyech, Kurt Zouma and Werner secured the west London club their second away win of the Premier League season, but Pulisic’s injury was undoubtedly a dampener for Lampard in what was a good afternoon for his side. Asked for an update on Pulisic’s fitness, Lampard said: “Yes, he felt a little something in his hamstring. He’s played three games, we’ve tried to manage him in the week and it’s a small feeling in his hamstring so we’ll have to see how he is over the next 24 hours. ”
Real Madrid 4-1 Huesca: Eden Hazard scores first goal for over a year as Real move top
Match ends, Real Madrid 4, Huesca 1. Foul by Isco (Real Madrid).
The year Marcus Rashford 'changed the country'
To celebrate Marcus Rashford's 23rd birthday, BBC Sport takes a look back at an incredible year for the Manchester United striker.
Burnley 0-3 Chelsea: Home side blown away by top class Blues
Hakim Ziyech scored one and set another up on his full Premier League debut as Chelsea blew struggling Burnley away 3-0 at Turf Moor. The Moroccan winger scored on his first start for the club in midweek, a 4-0 romp at FC Krasnodar, and impressed again as he held his starting spot against the Clarets. Chelsea worked away in pursuit of a second and would have had it just before the break had Kevin Long not slid in front of Werner at the back post. Lampard insists he is happy with his "options" ahead of what will be a hectic winter schedule for Chelsea.
Manchester United 'in concrete talks with AC Milan star Hakan Calhanoglu' over a free transfer
They are qualities United are desperate to add to their team following a failed pursuit of Jadon Sancho in the previous transfer window.
Rio Ferdinand hails Raheem Sterling after Manchester City forward's display at Sheffield United
Sterling has been faced with intense criticism at the start of the season, with just two league goals to his name so far, but partially fired back at his doubters in Yorkshire.
Lampard impressed by ‘complete Chelsea performance’ in victory
Lampard impressed by ‘complete Chelsea performance’ in victory Frank Lampard was impressed with his team’s ‘complete performance’ as they beat Burnley away from home. Hakim Ziyech scored his first league goal for the Blues in the first half. Defender Kurt Zouma doubled their lead after the break. Timo Werner scored Chelsea’s third goal in the 70th-minute with a great finish in the bottom corner. Speaking after the win, Lampard told reporters: “It was a very complete performance from us.
Marius Zaliukas: Former Hearts & Rangers defender dead at age of 36
Condolences to his family. "He was a really, really nice big guy. As Celtic prepare to face Aberdeen in the Scottish Cup semi-final, has their bid for the quadruple treble been pushed into insignificance by the quest for a 10th league title? Panashe Muzambe tells her incredible story from a Zimbabwe girl to the first black woman to play rugby for Scotland. BBC Scotland pundit Michael Stewart analyses a huge week approaching for Celtic after three games without a win. As Scottish lower league football returns this weekend, why not test your knowledge by trying to name all 30 clubs in Scotland's bottom three divisions?
Wilder: Blades ‘need to make opportunities count’ after home loss
Wilder: Blades ‘need to make opportunities count’ after home loss Sheff Utd manager Chris Wilder believes his team ‘need to make opportunities count’, following their loss to Man City. The Blades struggled to control the game from the start, as City dominated possession. If people think we can go toe-to-toe with Man City and have an unbelievable game of football then they’re deluded. We’ve got to look at ourselves in terms of the quality that we didn’t show, to create those opportunities and make them count.
Dele Alli and Gareth Bale dropped, Harry Kane, Heung-Min Son, and Tanguy Ndombele return as Tottenham face Brighton
Next up is a home game against Brighton, and it’s at their new stadium where they have struggled to get wins this campaign. Spurs lost to Everton, drew 1-1 with Newcastle, and then saw London rivals West Ham come from 3-0 down to draw 3-3 in N17. I am worried about playing well and getting points and against Everton the frustration was we probably deserved, I think, a point but we didn’t play well and in other games the feeling was different. We played very well against Newcastle, we played very well against West Ham so let’s try and play very well against Brighton and when you play very well you normally win, so let’s try. ”
Mesut Ozil goes through weight training alone as Arsenal outcast says ‘struggles only shape you for your purpose’
MESUT OZIL posted a video of a lonely weight training session - as the Arsenal outcast wrote a defiant message about his "struggle". The midfielder has been frozen out of the first team and was not included in the 25-man Premier League squad. He has repeatedly clashed with the club's hierarchy and faces months on the sidelines. And the former Real Madrid man is reportedly happy to run down his contract, despite his lack of football.
Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy escapes punishment for rash challenge on Burnley's Ashley Barnes
And fans have questioned why Mendy was not punished for the challenge, with many pointing to the bad tackle from Pickford as reason for the Frenchman to be punished. To say it was pre-meditated and this and that, in my opinion, is too much. 'Jordan is really sad and really disappointed Van Dijk is injured but to say it was pre-meditated, it was stupid, is not fair.
Sheff Utd 0-1 Man City: Walker wins it for Guardiola and City
Kyle Walker marked his 100th Premier League appearance for Man City with the only goal of the game against his former club Sheffield United at Bramall Lane. Pep Guardiola’s team deservedly took the lead in the 28th minute and it was Sheffield-born former Blade Walker who scored. Slow possession with an injection of pace around the penalty area was the order of the day for City and one such example almost brought the opening goal after 12 minutes. "We can really attack the game and play every game like a final," says Man City man.
Edouard Mendy becomes first Chelsea keeper since Cech in 2004 to start with three straight Premier League clean sheets
CHELSEA fans are joking they should only sign keepers from Rennes after Edouard Mendy became their first stopper since Petr Cech in 2004 to launch his Premier League career with three clean sheets. Mendy was hailed as "exceptional" and better than Liverpool's £65million Brazilian Alisson Becker but had little to do in Saturday's 3-0 victory at bottom side Burnley.
Burnley 0-3 Chelsea: Hakim Ziyech scores on his first Premier League start
But the German gratefully seized the unexpected opportunity to play another 90 minutes and score the third goal in one of the easiest wins seen at Turf Moor. Werner was decent but not even one of the stand-out performers given Chelsea’s dominance as they climbed to fifth. In his first Premier League start for Chelsea, Ziyech scored his first Premier League goal. The defender wheeled away to celebrate with Chelsea extending their impressive run of form, and string of clean sheets Ben Chilwell threatened down the left flank for Chelsea and appealed for a penalty after rising to meet Reece James' cross
Dyche ‘not panicking’ as winless run continues for Burnley
Dyche ‘not panicking’ as winless run continues for Burnley Burnley manager Sean Dyche believes there’s no reason to panic as his side got blown away by Chelsea at Turf Moor. The Blues went ahead in the first half thanks to a Hakim Ziyech strike. Dyche will be disappointed with the second goal they conceded. Chelsea] is a top side, the investment is paying them back over time as they learn and they mould. Burnley manager Dyche is remaining positive after his side narrowly lost to Tottenham in the Premier League.
Bristol City 1-3 Norwich City: Teemu Pukki back to his lethal best with two goals
The man who scored 29 times the last time Norwich City secured promotion to the Premier League appears to be hitting his stride once again after a slow start by his standards. Jack Hunt scores for Bristol City to reduce the arrears to 2-1 just a minute after Pukki's second He was taken off for Famara Diedhiou and eye contract with his bench was in short supply as he left the action.
6pm Chelsea news LIVE: Ziyech nets AGAIN in Burnley win, Ginter transfer LATEST, Pulisic injured in warm-up
Christian Pulisic was injured in the warm-up though and it remains to be seen if the American will be forced to miss time. Frank Lampard has used four different formations since arriving at Chelsea last summer – and he has yet to find a regular system that suits his players. The 27-year-old looked to be on his way out of Chelsea in the summer as he sought guarantees over playing time ahead of next summer's Euros. Alaba has less than a year left on his contract in Bavaria and is free to negotiate pre-contract terms with other clubs from January. He’s not necessarily a winger who is going to fly past players all the time, albeit that is in his game.
Thommo: Ignore Rio ‘give it to Ole!’ Ferdinand on Upamecano
Thommo: Ignore Rio ‘give it to Ole!’ Ferdinand on Upamecano Phil Thompson has dismissed Rio Ferdinand’s scathing criticism of RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano, saying the former Manchester United defender has had a few punditry ‘shockers’. Ferdinand laid into Upemecano – linked with Manchester United and Liverpool – for his performance in United’s 5-0 win in midweek, sayingof hat-trick scorer Marcus Rashford: “He was head and shoulders above Leipzig. He’s had a couple of shockers as a pundit, too, we’ve all seen the ‘give it to Ole!’ rant a million times. ” Dayot Upamecano has one demand if Man Utd want to sign him this summer, according to a report. Liverpool and Man United are both tipped to win, while Lord Bamford should score again.
Chelsea make it FOUR clean sheets in a row as Hakim Ziyech dazzles once again to down Burnley at Turf Moor
Hakim Ziyech continued his brilliant start to life in England with a goal and an assist as Chelsea made it FOUR clean sheets in a row to down Burnley 3-0 at Turf Moor. Ziyech, a £33million arrival from Ajax in the summer, looked sharp once again as Frank Lampard’s men breezed to victory against the out of form Clarets. The visitors took the lead in the 27th minute after some good link-up between Tammy Abraham and Ziyech. Burnley were getting forward more and more as they pushed for the leveller and will have been furious to concede from a set-piece to make it 2-0 after 63 minutes.
Burnley 0 Chelsea 3 LIVE REACTION: Ziyech, Zouma and Werner on target as Lampard’s men cruise to win at Turf Moor
CHELSEA heaped more misery on winless Burnley as the Blues cruised to a 3-0 win at Turf Moor. Follow ALL of the latest updates from Turf Moor below. . . THAT'S ALL FOLKS I'm not remotely saying we would of won the game by the way, but you get your nose in front, it gives you a chance and puts them on the back foot slightly. ” If you get the penalty and let's hope you score it, it gives you that little bit more for the team to believe in. ” He's played 3 games and we managed him in the week but he's got a small feeling and we'll see how it is over the next 24 hours. ”
Arteta puts positive spin on Arsenal loss to Leicester
The Foxes secured a 1-0 win at the Emirates Stadium, their first victory away to Arsenal in 47 years, after Jamie Vardy’s late header followed a gameplan where the visitors sat back and frustrated Arteta’s men. We’ve improved on a lot of things in my opinion and we have all the stats to show that,” he said. Now we have to try to change our strategy a little bit and try to train against more certain blocks that I think are going to happen a bit more often. We have made teams think, ‘If we do that, we’ll be in trouble so we have to try to do something else’.
Liverpool vs West Ham LIVE commentary and confirmed teams: Jurgen Klopp’s side can go top with win as David Moyes seeks to end winless record against champions
Liverpool take on West Ham this weekend in another exciting Gameday clash on talkSPORT. Despite their mounting injury problems, Jurgen Klopp’s Reds beat Sheffield United last weekend and won in the Champions League in midweek. They lost Fabinho in their 2-0 win over Midtjylland and will need to dig deep again this Saturday. They host a West Ham side who will be brimming with confidence having claimed back-to-back draws against Tottenham and Manchester City. TV – Listen to talkSPORT through your TV on the following channels: Sky: Channel 0108 Virgin Media: Channel 927 Freeview: Channel 723 Freesat: Channel 731
Burnley 0-3 Chelsea: Hakim Ziyech grabs first league goal in Blues win
Making his first league start for the Blues, Ziyech wrong-footed Burnley keeper Nick Pope, expertly dispatching Tammy Abraham's lay-off in the 26th minute. Defender Kurt Zouma doubled the advantage just after the hour mark, rising highest to head home a Mason Mount corner. Having fired blanks in his first three Chelsea appearances, former Ajax winger Ziyech has now scored two in two. Matthew Lowton (Burnley) right footed shot from outside the box is high and wide to the left. Thiago Silva (Chelsea) header from the centre of the box is saved in the top centre of the goal.
Liverpool vs West Ham LIVE SCORE: Salah levels from spot for Reds – stream, TV channel, Premier League latest updates
LIVERPOOL welcome West Ham to Anfield looking to go top of the early Premier League table. Follow ALL the latest with our blog below. . . LIVERPOOL 1-1 WEST HAM The game is certainly in need of fresh legs and inspiration. . With Bowen in support, the Hammers are two on one in the area, but that one – Andy Robertson – does his job by blocking the shot of the West Ham goalscorer.
6pm Man Utd news LIVE: Wan-Bissaka ‘could play for DR Congo’, Nobby Stiles tributes continue, Arsenal build-up
DR CONGO are reportedly keen to convince Aaron Wan-Bissaka to switch from England and play international football for them. Meanwhile tributes are still pouring in for Nobby Stiles after the Red Devils legend passed away aged 78. Follow ALL of the latest United transfer gossip and news below. . . MARC HIM OUT Gravenberch, 18, played against Liverpool in the Champions League last week and his style has been compared to that of United midfielder Paul Pogba. Arsenal were always going head-to-head with Manchester United for league titles, and that is where the intensity stemmed from and where they have both fell off in recent years, the game has lost its edge. And Mason Greenwood’s England exile is set to continue despite a potential recall for his Icelandic partner in crime Phil Foden, according to The Mirror.
Man City are struggling to score goals - Guardiola
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his side are struggling to score goals after their 1-0 victory against Sheffield United at Bramall Lane. Guardiola also dismisses rumours of a return to Barcelona as manager. MATCH REPORT: Sheffield United 0-1 Manchester City
Real Madrid 4-1 Huesca: Zinedine Zidane's side move top of LaLiga with comfortable win
Bit by bit he is getting back to his best. Hazard linked-up brilliantly with Asensio and Benzema ahead of the third which Fede Valverde scored from Benzema’s cross. Then Rodrygo nodded down a Marcelo cross and Benzema got his second of the game from close range on 90 minutes. Benzema added his second of the afternoon to wrap up the win for the champions on Saturday
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