Over his young career, the Arsenal star has already played with and against some of the world’s top players, and he has assembled a diverse team for a kickaround. Arsenal star Bukayo Saka has named a star-studded five-a-side line-up ahead of the World Cup. The young Gunners star looks a certainty to be included in Gareth Southgate ’s England squad for the upcoming tournament in Qatar and will be hopeful of writing himself into Three Lions’ folklore having previously starred for the Three Lions as they reached the Euro 2020 final. Ahead of the World Cup, Saka was tasked with naming his dream five-a-side team and predictably picked some…
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Both Mikel Arteta and Arsene Wenger have stated their admiration for Mohamed Elneny, and despite Unai Emery informed him he may leave Arsenal, the Egyptain is still alive and well over four years later. Mohamed Elneny’s run as Arsenal’s longest-serving player will continue after he penned a one-year contract extension, but things could have been very different had Unai Emery had his way. Elneny has now donned the Arsenal shirt under three different Gunners’ managers in the form of Arsene Wenger, Emery and current boss Mikel Arteta. In that time, the Egyptian international has divided opinion, with the former and the latter clear fans of the midfielder, but the same cannot be…
Erling Haaland is well on his way to break the record for most goals in a Premier League season, but what exactly is that record? The Norwegian has taken to English football like a superpowered duck to water, getting 27 goals in his first 24 league games for Manchester City. All the talk now is about whether he’ll score more goals this season than any player has before across a campaign, so let’s take a look at the numbers he’s chasing. The most Premier League goals scored in a 42-game season The Premier League consisted of 22 teams in the first three…
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard paid tribute to Oleksandr Zinchenko after the Ukrainian took over the armband for Saturday’s Premier League win at Leicester. Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard paid tribute to Oleksandr Zinchenko after the Ukrainian took over the armband for Saturday’s Premier League win at Leicester Ahead of the game, Arsenal announced Zinchenko would replace Odegaard as skipper for the afternoon ‘as a mark of respect and love on the first anniversary of the conflict in Ukraine.’ Gabriel Martinelli scored the only goal of the game as the Gunners left the King Power Stadium with a victory that maintains their two-point lead at the top of…
Chelsea have a number of managers they could appoint straight away if they decide to sack Graham Potter. The Blues suffered another defeat on Sunday to London rivals Tottenham to pile more pressure on their current boss. Zinedine Zidane is a potential option to replace Graham Potter Chelsea have now won just one of their last 11 matches in all competitions. Second-half goals from Oliver Skipp and Harry Kane condemned Potter to more misery at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Potter has continued to be backed by the Chelsea board despite a poor run of results. But it may soon get to a…
Jurgen Klopp was disappointed by Liverpool’s dull stalemate with Crystal Palace, and Virgil van Dijk has been criticised for his recent performances as the Reds continue to struggle. Jurgen Klopp was left frustrated after Liverpool’s draw with Crystal Palace Liverpool’s woes continued after slumping to a 0-0 draw away to Crystal Palace on Saturday. The Reds moved up to seventh place with the forgettable draw which showed how far Jurgen Klopp’s men have to go in their search to rediscover their world-class form. Off the pitch, it’s not much more exciting for Liverpool supporters, with owners Fenway Sports group confirming that they aren’t seeking a…
On Sunday, Manchester United will meet Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley Stadium. Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson and Erik ten Hag (right). After sending Barcelona packing in the Europa League on Thursday night, Manchester United will be dreaming of ending their six-year drought without a trophy when they face Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley this afternoon. The Reds, who will face Real Betis in the last-16 of the Europa League as a reward for getting the better of La Liga’s table-toppers, will be determined to continue their excellent run of form…
Marcus Rashford has credited his stunning goal-scoring form to mental toughness and positioning himself in scoring spots where his teammates can find him. Rashford spoke to The Manchester Evening News where he discussed a number of issues including his rich vein of form, his past shoulder injury and the upcoming Carabao Cup final against Newcastle United. The Englishman told The MEN, “Football is probably 95 per cent to do with your mentality. For me, that’s everything, that gives you the baseline to go and perform. Without that side, you’re just playing off ability.” “At top level, it’s not enough to win consistently.…
Pep Guardiola defended his Manchester City tactics and the notion that the Blues do not take enough chances. Erling Haaland has struggled to find the back of the net in recent games Manchester City are playing to their strengths, Pep Guardiola insists, even if that may come across as a side that doesn’t take enough risks to find Erling Haaland in recent games. City have lost just once in eight games, but have been held by both Nottingham Forest and RB Leipzig this week despite having 35 attempts on goal in the two 1-1 draws. In both games, City have struggled…
Chelsea will want to snap a five-game losing skid when they face London rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League. Thiago Silva will be hoping for a recall to the Chelsea squad by Graham Potter to face Tottenham Chelsea return to Premier League action today against London rivals Tottenham in search of a much-needed Premier League win after going four games in all competitions without a victory. Graham Potter has seen pressure increase on his job in west London after a barren spell in 2023 where the Blues have scored just four goals, resulting in one victory. The Chelsea head…
Leandro Trossard’s performance against Leicester on Saturday thrilled Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta. His remarks might jeopardize Eddie Nketiah’s chances of making the team again. Leandro Trossard impressed against Leicester Nketiah had played every minute of every Arsenal match since the World Cup. However, he dropped to the bench at the King Power Stadium ahead of a busy run of fixtures. There is no injury for the striker but he was given a rest due to a heavy workload. However, he may not come straight back into the starting XI against Everton on Wednesday if Arteta’s post-match quotes are anything to…
Erling Haaland has been on fire since joining Manchester City, but there are still those who are wary of the squad because he is only in the side for a short period of time. Pep Guardiola told reporters Erling Haaland cannot turn a game on his own like Lionel Messi Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola insisted Erling Haaland “needs the team” to score goals, unlike Lionel Messi. Haaland has enjoyed a prolific first campaign in the Premier League, helping himself to 27 goals and contributing four assists in 23 league appearances. He has already surpassed the 23 goals joint-golden boot winners Mohamed Salah and Son Heung-min fired last season.…