Brazil recall Chelsea’s Joao Pedro as Ancelotti drops Alisson and Cunha
Joao Pedro has been handed an immediate route back into the Brazil squad after Carlo Ancelotti left him out of the World Cup, but the latest selection comes with several major surprises. The Chelsea forward was controversially omitted from Brazil’s World Cup squad under Ancelotti, with the decision coming under even greater scrutiny after the […]
Carabao Cup: Alonso admits risk after Chelsea survive Leeds United scare
Xabi Alonso has admitted he took a major risk with his Chelsea line-up after making nine changes for their chaotic Carabao Cup clash with Leeds. The Blues eventually escaped with a thrilling 6-3 victory, but the scoreline does not tell the full story. Chelsea looked well below their best in the first half and went […]
Hall reveals Newcastle United’s remarkable change under Matthias Jaissle
Lewis Hall believes Matthias Jaissle has already transformed the atmosphere at Newcastle after revealing the club was surrounded by “a lot of negativity” before the new head coach arrived. The mood could hardly be more different now. Newcastle continued their unbeaten start under Jaissle with a hard-fought 1-0 Carabao Cup victory over Millwall at The […]
Valverde sounds Real Madrid warning after Inter Milan Champions League thriller
Fede Valverde may have been named MVP, but the Real Madrid captain was not interested in celebrating blindly after a dramatic Champions League victory over Inter Milan. Valverde played a decisive role in the contest, scoring Real Madrid’s second goal and helping his side secure a crucial win in their Champions League opener. Yet, rather […]
Champions League: Courtois sends Real Madrid warning after Inter Milan thriller
Thibaut Courtois has delivered a blunt warning to Real Madrid despite their winning start to the Champions League campaign. The Belgian goalkeeper produced another outstanding European performance as Real Madrid defeated Inter Milan at the Santiago Bernabéu, but he believes the Spanish giants made the game far more difficult than it needed to be. Madrid […]
Manchester City’s Maresca hails “very good” Ayyoub Bouaddi after impressive debut
Manchester City may have found another youngster ready to make a serious impact. Enzo Maresca has singled out Ayyoub Bouaddi for special praise after the 18-year-old midfielder produced an assured performance in his first full Manchester City appearance. Bouaddi played 75 minutes as City secured a 2-0 Champions League victory over Porto at the Estádio […]
Fernandez makes Erling Haaland promise after Manchester City’s Porto masterclass
Enzo Fernandez has already discovered one of the biggest weapons at his disposal at Manchester City — and he cannot wait to use it again. The Argentine midfielder made an instant connection with Erling Haaland during City’s 2-0 UEFA Champions League victory over FC Porto, delivering the cross that helped the Norwegian striker open his […]
Emery hails Aston Villa Champions League win over Club Brugge
Unai Emery believes Aston Villa took a major step forward after opening their Champions League campaign with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Club Brugge in Belgium. Villa delivered when the pressure was highest, producing a ruthless attacking display in the first half before showing enough composure to survive a spirited Brugge fightback after the break. […]
Haaland brace fires Manchester City past Porto in Champions League opener
Manchester City began life in the Champions League without Pep Guardiola in charge with a statement 2-0 victory over Porto, as Erling Haaland once again delivered when it mattered most. Enzo Maresca’s first Champions League game as City’s manager ended in victory at the Estádio do Dragão, although the visitors had to work harder than […]
Mac Allister reveals Liverpool contract blow ahead of Atletico Madrid clash
Slug: alexis-mac-allister-liverpool-contract-blow-atletico-madrid Heading: Mac Allister Opens Up on Liverpool Contract Disappointment Alexis Mac Allister has revealed the painful truth behind his Liverpool contract situation, admitting he was left “very, very sad” after the club decided not to offer him a new deal. The Argentina international opened up about the situation ahead of Liverpool’s Champions League […]
