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Paul Pogba Transfer Rumours: Going to Manchester United? Paul Pogba’s 18-month suspension from professional football officially ended on Tuesday. However, the French midfielder is in no rush to commit to a new club and is expected to delay his decision until the end of the season, as ESPN reports. The former Manchester United and Juventus star has limited options at present, with only Major League Soccer (MLS) and Japan’s J1 League open for transfers. The MLS transfer window remains open until April 23, while Japan’s J1 League window closes on March 26. Pogba Prioritising European Football Return Sources indicate that…
Top International Games to Watch out for in March It is time for another FIFA international break! While it does mean that domestic competitions like the Premier League take a breather, this break comes with some very intriguing matches for football fans of all persuasions to look forward to. This time, the FIFA World Cup qualifiers take centre stage across all confederations, with continents like Africa and South America being way into their qualifiers for the prestigious tournament. There is also the small matter of UEFA Nations League playoffs, which has some very high-profile games coming up. There are loads of…
Premier League VAR: Good or Bad? The introduction of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in the Premier League has been a subject of intense debate among fans, players, and officials. Implemented to enhance the accuracy of refereeing decisions, VAR has undeniably transformed the landscape of English football. After looking at the most important referees in Premier League history, as well as some of the most controversial decisions made this season, today we will talk about VAR and how it has reshaped English football. Applications of VAR in the Premier League VAR was introduced to assist on-field referees in making accurate decisions…
Matchday 29 Awards The EFL Cup final (congratulations, Newcastle!) has left us with a shorter-than-usual matchday as Liverpool, Newcastle and their dance partners were not involved in Premier League action. In the biggest EPL game of the weekend Arsenal narrowly beat Chelsea to trim down the gap at the top of the table to 12 points as we head into this year’s first international break. In the other London derby on Sunday Fulham prevailed over Spurs to keep their European hopes alive, while the teams in the relegation zone – Ipswich, Leicester and Southampton – all lost once again. Elsewhere, Everton drew…
Leicester City vs Manchester United Report Scorers: Højlund 28’, Garnacho 67’, Fernandes 90’ Manchester United cruised to a 3-0 victory over Leicester City in the Premier League, with full league debutant Ayden Heaven playing a key role before being forced off injured. Ruud van Nistelrooy’s struggling Foxes suffered a record seventh consecutive home defeat without scoring, leaving them nine points adrift of safety. Slow Start Before United Take Control The match began cautiously, with Jamie Vardy forcing André Onana into a save with a poked effort in the opening exchanges. However, clear-cut chances were few and far between in the…
Liverpool vs Newcastle EFL Cup Report Scorers: Chiesa 90+7’; Burn 45’, Isak 52’ Newcastle United ended their 70-year wait for a major domestic trophy by defeating Liverpool 2-1 in the EFL Cup final at Wembley. The historic victory secured the Magpies’ first-ever EFL Cup title and marked their first piece of silverware since 1955, while Liverpool suffered back-to-back defeats for the first time this season. Newcastle Dominate First Half as Liverpool Struggle Ahead of the final, Eddie Howe referenced lessons learned from Newcastle’s cup final defeat two years ago, and his side started on the front foot. Harvey Barnes failed to…
Fulham vs Tottenham Report Scorers: Muniz 78’, Sessegnon 88’ Fulham bolstered their push for European football with a 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage, closing the gap to the top four to just four points. The Cottagers’ late show secured an important three points, while Spurs’ inconsistent form continued as they suffered their first away league defeat in three matches. Lack of Cutting Edge in Cagey First Half With Spurs showing signs of fatigue following their midweek European commitments, the early stages of this London derby lacked intensity. The visitors took 20 minutes to pose a real attacking threat,…
Arsenal vs Chelsea Report Scorer: Merino 20’ Arsenal returned to winning ways in the Premier League with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium, snapping a three-match winless streak. The result extended Chelsea’s dismal away league form to seven matches without a win (D2, L5), denting their momentum in the race for UEFA Champions League qualification. Arsenal Take Control as Chelsea Struggle to Settle The Gunners set the tone early, with Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli testing Robert Sánchez in the opening exchanges. Chelsea, missing injured star Cole Palmer, found themselves under constant pressure, particularly down the right…
Best Premier League Position Changes In the dynamic landscape of the Premier League, tactical innovations and managerial insights have often led to players undergoing positional transformations that revitalise their careers and significantly impact their teams. After looking at the best EPL tactical innovations, as well as the most successful defensive tactics in the division’s history, today we talk about some of the most notable instances where Premier League players have flourished following a change in position, underscoring the profound effect such strategic decisions can have on individual performances and team success. Thierry Henry: From Winger to Prolific Striker Thierry Henry’s transition…
Bournemouth vs Brentford Report Scorers: Janelt (OG) 17’; Wissa 30’, Norgaard 71’ Brentford came from behind to defeat Bournemouth 2-1 at the Vitality Stadium, maintaining their unbeaten Premier League record against the Cherries. The victory marked the Bees’ fifth consecutive away win, lifting them to 11th place in the league, just three points behind Bournemouth, who extended their winless streak across all competitions. Bournemouth Start Strong But Brentford Hit Back The hosts made an energetic start, with Milos Kerkez testing Mark Flekken early on before Evanilson and Ryan Christie had efforts blocked. Dean Huijsen also went close, striding forward to unleash…