Bompastor confirms Bright blow but Buchanan returns for FA Cup clash
Chelsea head coach Sonia Bompastor has delivered mixed team news ahead of Sunday’s Women’s FA Cup fifth-round showdown with Manchester United, confirming captain Millie Bright will miss out, while defender Kadeisha Buchanan edges closer to a long-awaited return. Bright was absent from Chelsea’s 2-0 Women’s Super League victory over Liverpool after picking up a contact […]
Real Madrid stand firm with Vini Jr. after Lisbon racism incident
Real Madrid have taken decisive action following the racist abuse directed at Vinicius Junior during last Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League play-off clash away to SL Benfica on February 17. The match in Lisbon was briefly overshadowed when Vini Jr. was subjected to racist remarks from one of the home side’s players, prompting on-field discussions and […]
Slot hails Liverpool improvement ahead of Nottingham Forest clash
Arne Slot has hailed Liverpool’s improvement in front of goal after a difficult spell, as they prepare to face relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest in the Premier League this weekend. The Reds suffered a tough spell earlier in the season when their attacking outputs reduced, but have improved in recent outings. The Premier League champions have scored […]
Axel Disasi opens up on ‘bomb squad’ status at Chelsea
Axel Disasi is pleased to have ended his exile at Chelsea after joining West Ham United on loan until the end of the season during the winter transfer window. The French defender joined the Blues in 2023 from Monaco, but fell out of favour with former manager Enzo Maresca. The 27-year-old alongside some other players […]
Howe hails Woltemade’s midfield role in Newcastle’s rout of Qarabag
Eddie Howe has praised the performance of Nick Woltemade in a makeshift midfield position as Newcastle eased to a 6-1 win at Qarabag in the first leg of their playoff encounter. The German forward was deployed in midfield due to the club’s injury crisis with the likes of Joelinton, Lewis Miley and Bruno Guimaraes unavailable […]
Leicester’s Rowett sets the tone as the Foxes begin a new chapter
Gary Rowett has outlined his vision after being unveiled as the new manager of Leicester City, stressing the importance of unity as the club heads into a decisive phase of the season. Speaking with clear purpose and belief, Rowett expressed his pride at taking charge and his eagerness to get to work straight away. With […]
Russo excited as Arsenal set for “unreal” Chelsea Champions League last-eight
Arsenal forward Alessia Russo has made no secret of her excitement as the Gunners prepare for a heavyweight Women’s Champions League quarter-final clash against Chelsea. With momentum firmly on Arsenal’s side, Russo believes the upcoming all-English tie is a thrilling marker of just how far the team has come in Europe. Speaking ahead of the […]
Inter’s Chivu stays defiant after defeat to Bodo/Glimt in UCL play-off
Inter Milan face an uphill task in the playoffs after slipping to a 3-1 first-leg defeat away to Bodo/Glimt, but head coach Cristian Chivu remains convinced the tie is far from over. On a difficult night at the Aspmyra Stadion, the Nerazzurri were tested from the opening exchanges. The hosts struck first through Brunstad Fet, […]
Arteta admits second-half lapse cost Arsenal after sharing spoils with Wolves
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta cut a frustrated figure after seeing his side surrender a two-goal lead in a 2-2 draw away to Wolverhampton Wanderers, admitting a below-par second-half showing proved decisive. The Gunners looked firmly in control at Molineux after first-half goals from Bukayo Saka and Piero Hincapie put them 2-0 up against the Old […]
Van Dijk tips Szoboszlai for future Liverpool captaincy role
Virgil Van Dijk says Dominik Szoboszlai has the qualities to become his successor as Liverpool captain in the future. The Hungarian captain has been the Premier League champions’ best player so far this season, shuffling between multiple roles and providing consistent performances. The former RB Leipzig midfielder has played in the midfield and also had […]
