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Newcastle United step up interest in Dusan Vlahovic
Dusan Vlahovic has been in inspiring form for Fiorentina and his performances have alerted many top clubs in Europe. Dusan Vlahovic is a wanted man! The likes of Tottenham, Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain have already been linked with the young Serbian striker but it appears that these three might have to battle it out with a new emerging power. According to Sports Illustrated, Newcastle United have identified the 21-year-old as one of their primary targets for the upcoming January transfer window. The Magpies have embarked upon a new era under Saudi management and have big plans for the future. However, the club is currently facing a fight for its survival and in order to avoid relegation to the Championship, have started identifying targets that will help Eddie Howe have a great ...
Spartak Moscow vs Napoli preview, team news, betting tips & prediction
Napoli will be looking to get close qualifying for the next stage of the Europa League when they meet Russian giants Spartak Moscow. The Italians would definitely be eager to set the record straight after seeing their unbeaten Serie A streak come to an end in their recent league encounter with Inter Milan. The Russians on the other hand, have a mountain to climb and only recently posted their first points in the group phase following a 3-1 win over Napoli. Rui Vitoria’s side had a great encounter with Leicester City where they were initially leading 2-0 but eventually lost the game 4-3. Nonetheless, Quincy Promes and co will be eager to make things difficult for Napoli who haven’t had the greatest European campaign. Spartak Moscow vs Napoli team news Spartak Moscow go into this encounter w...
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Liverpool vs Porto preview, team news, betting tips & prediction
Liverpool will be hoping to continue their impressive run of form in the UEFA Champions League with a win over FC Porto this week. The two sides meet at Anfield on the 24th of November, at 20:00 pm BST. The Reds are coming into this game on the back of a 4-0 win over Arsenal and they will be full of confidence. Jurgen Klopp’s men have a 100% win record in the Champions League group stages so far this season and they will be hoping to extend that run with a win here. Porto are currently second in their group and they will have to pick up a win here if they want to keep their chances of qualification to the knockout rounds alive. Liverpool vs Porto team news Liverpool possible starting line-up: Alisson; Williams, Konate, Matip, Tsimikas; Oxlade-Chamberlain, Henderson, Thiago; Salah, Origi, M...
Anthony Davis Reveals He Was Dealing With an Illness Prior To Most Recent Los Angeles Lakers Loss
In yet another loss for the Los Angeles Lakers, mostly due to the lack of LeBron James in the starting lineup, it was reported that the team was facing even greater obstacles as it was revealed that Anthony Davis was actually quite ill on the day of the match against the New York Knicks. Just a few weeks prior, AD was also battling another illness and actually had to throw up in the middle of the game. Yesterday, the Lakers lost to the Knicks 106-100 and Lakers’ reporter Mike Trudell said that it was part in due to the fact that AD still made the decision to go on the court despite not feeling well. He said, “Davis basically had to sit in his room all day, hoping his fever would break. He arrived late to the arena, and said it was almost like AAU where he just showed up and had to start pl...
Manchester City vs Paris Saint-Germain preview, team news, betting tips & prediction
Manchester City host Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League this week and they will be hoping to extend their lead at the top of the group with a win. The two sides meet at the Etihad Stadium on the 24th of November at 20:00 PM BST. Manchester City are one point clear at the top of their group and they will be hoping to stay there with a positive result at home. The Premier League side have been in outstanding form in their last three outings and they will be confident heading into this game. Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain will be aiming to secure a top spot in their group and a win here could certainly help them achieve that. Manchester City vs Paris Saint-Germain team news Manchester City possible starting line-up: Ederson; Walker, Dias, Laporte, Cancelo; Silva, Rodri, Gundogan...
Pochettino wants two signings at Manchester United
Mauricio Pochettino does seem likely to become a Manchester United manager whenever it happens and the Argentine has a list of demands. While Pochettino is unlikely to leave his post at Paris Saint-Germain at the moment, the Argentine tactician is considered a favorite for the managerial seat at Old Trafford. The former Tottenham manager was close to signing for a Red Devils a few years ago before United handed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer the job on a permanent basis. This time around though, United are not going to go down that road and while currently they are happy with bringing in an interim manager, they have identified Pochettino as their next full-time manager. And if the scenario does unfold, the Argentine tactician is going to have a few requests in the transfer market. The PSG tactician...
Chelsea Injury News: Ben Chilwell could miss the remainder of the season
Chelsea have been dealt a major injury blow with defender Ben Chilwell set to be sidelined for the remainder of the year. According to the Telegraph, the England international is waiting to find out whether he has suffered anterior cruciate ligament damage. “Ben [Chilwell] was in a lot of pain at the time on the pitch, but now he feels a little better. “Hopefully we will get away with not-too-bad news.” – Thomas Tuchel pic.twitter.com/HVek3ROsoZ — Simon Phillips (@siphillipssport) November 24, 2021 Chilwell hurt his knee during the Champions League win over Juventus on Tuesday night and the Blues will be hoping to have him back in action as soon as possible. The player underwent a scan on Wednesday and he might have to undergo surgery if the injury is serious. It could ru...
Next Manchester United manager: Ralf Rangnick linked with Old Trafford move
Manchester United have been linked with a move for Ralf Rangnick. The German is currently the head of sports and development at Russian club Lokomotiv Moscow and Manchester Evening News are reporting that he is the Premier League club’s preferred option to take over if the Red Devils fail to lure Mauricio Pochettino away from Paris Saint-Germain. Manchester United recently sacked Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after a disappointing start to the season and former midfielder Michael Carrick has been appointed as the interim manager. There is no doubt that the Red Devils will need to bring in a more experienced candidate to replace the Norwegian and Rangnick would be a massive upgrade on Carrick. Ralf Rangnick is willing to leave his role as head of sports and development at Lokomotiv Moscow to join #m...
Andrew Mount’s Horse Racing Tips – Thursday November 25th
Leading racing advisor Andrew Mount is a contributor to the Racing Post, Racing Post Weekender, Racing & Football Outlook and the GG.co.uk website. He is also a regular pundit on William Hill Racing Radio. Andrew has uncovered some interesting stats-based selections for Thursday’s action. Join SBK now and get a £20 risk free bet if the first bet loses via their new customer offer refund bonus. Andrew found a 20-1 winner earlier this week and has five selections at Lingfield, Chelmsford and Wolverhampton on Thursday November 25th: LINGFIELD 1.45 ROCK OF FAME (systems – Venetia Williams break returners over hurdles & Venetia Williams Flat to low-grade hurdles switch) The Venetia Williams-trained ROCK OF FAME could be worth chancing on her hurdles debut despite the 449-day absence. Si...
Long Distance Hurdle 2021 Preview, Predictions & Betting Tips – Can Cheekpieces Provide Paisley Park with Newbury Spark?
The feature race on day one of the Winter Carnival at Newbury on Friday, 26 November is the 3m Grade 2 Ladbrokes Long Distance Hurdle (3:00). Past winner Paisley Park tries to regain his crown in this staying race and comes into it off the back of a run unlike when successful two years ago. Although all leading horse racing betting sites have no hesitation making him favourite, only two of the last eight market leaders delivered in this race. Multiple winners of the Long Distance Hurdle have been common. The great Big Buck’s took this in four consecutive years (2009-12). Before that, Inglis Drever hit a hat-trick (2005, 2006 and 2007). Baracouda and Unowhatimeanharry are other staying greats that enjoyed more than one success at Newbury, so it’s possible. Race fitness for Paisley Park and ...
Manchester United sound out Ernesto Valverde
The Red Devils have started discussions with Ernesto Valverde over the vacant managerial post. Manchester United’s search for a new manager has led them to Valverde who is currently unemployed and waiting for the right opportunity to present itself. According to Goal, the Red Devils have drawn up a long list of targets who can manage the club on an interim basis for the remainder of the current campaign. Among those touted, is former Barcelona manager who has been out of a job since the start of 2021. The Basque native is reportedly eager to come onboard and believes that he can help the club get back to winning ways. While Manchester United still prefer to bring in long-term target Mauricio Pochettino, there’s an understand among the club’s hierarchy that prizing away the Argentine tactic...
