Benfica ban five fans after racist incident in Real Madrid clash

Benfica have taken firm disciplinary action after suspending five supporters for racist behaviour during their recent UEFA Champions League play-off first-leg defeat to Real Madrid. The incident occurred earlier this month when Real took the lead through Vinicius Junior, whose celebration in front of the home supporters resulted in a booking from referee Francois Letexier […]

Arteta hails Gyokeres rise as confidence clicks at Arsenal

Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta believes the recent upturn in form from Viktor Gyokeres is the result of patience, belief and the striker finally feeling at home in north London. After a testing start following his £63.5m summer move from Sporting CP, Gyokeres has begun to deliver, most notably with a brace in last week’s […]

Barry’s late winner seals dramatic win for Everton at Newcastle

Thierno Barry scored a late goal as Everton sealed a 3-2 victory against Newcastle United in a dramatic Premier League showdown at St James’ Park on Saturday. The Toffees had taken the lead in the clash through Jarrad Branthwaite, but Jacob Ramsey equalized for the home side. Beto had put the visitors back in front […]

Tudor promises fitness overhaul as Spurs battle to stay fit

Tottenham Hotspur head coach Igor Tudor has admitted his squad are short on physical sharpness but insists a fitness boost is on the way as Spurs fight to preserve their Premier League status. Taking charge with Tottenham deep in trouble, Tudor has inherited a side locked in a relegation scrap for the first time in […]

Rosenior aims to end Chelsea’s coaching career with long-term vision

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has spoken openly about his desire to bring much-needed stability to Stamford Bridge, insisting he wants to be part of a long-term project after years of upheaval. Rosenior’s appointment makes him the ninth figure, including caretakers, to take charge of the Blues in the six years since Mikel Arteta began […]

Edwards hails Wolves’ performance after shock win over Aston Villa

Wolves recorded only their second league win of the season following their 2-0 triumph over Aston Villa on Friday night, to the delight of manager Rob Edwards. The West Midlands club had only won once from their first 28 matches, but grabbed a vital three points as they continue an unlikely battle for survival. The […]

Rogers slams Aston Villa’s display after shock defeat at Wolves

Morgan Rogers has expressed disappointment at Aston Villa’s performance after they fell to a shock 2-0 defeat at bottom-side Wolves in Friday night’s Premier League clash. Villa, who were in contention for the league title as at last month, have seen results dip in recent weeks which has left them in a battle to even […]

Mauricio Pochettino opens door to potential Tottenham return

Mauricio Pochettino has opened the door to a potential return to Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur after the FIFA World Cup in the summer. The former Chelsea manager will lead the USMNT to the upcoming tournament in the summer and could seal a sensational return to Spurs after the tournament. Pochettino became the head coach […]