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Brazil vs Ecuador – Copa America 2021 Preview, Head To Head, Players to Watch & Predicted Line-ups
Brazil and Ecuador will trade tackles at the Estadio Olimpico Pedro Ludovico on Sunday in the final round of the Copa America 2021 Group B fixtures. The Brazilians have already nailed down the top place in Group B as they continue to build momentum ahead of the knock-out stages. Meanwhile, the Ecuadorians could miss out on the tournament’s quarter-finals for the second time in a row if they fail to secure a positive result here. Brazil Preview Brazil staged a stunning second-half comeback to beat Colombia 2-1 last time out and maintain their perfect start to Copa America 2021. Even though they have already sealed a top place in Group B, the Selecao won’t be lacking motivation against Ecuador as they look to conclude a group stage at Copa America with a 100% record. Brazil’s attacking set-u...
‘Yes, definitely’ – Journalist confirms Liverpool want £42m int’l this summer
After addressing their defensive problems by signing Ibrahima Konate this summer, Liverpool have turned their attention to making additions to other areas of the squad. Signing an attacking midfielder is a priority. With Xherdan Shaqiri, Harry Wilson, and Divock Origi likely to depart, the Reds need to add more depth in that position. Liverpool are reportedly tracking Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman and have already made an approach. The Frenchman has spent six successful seasons with the German giants (two years on loan) and is under contract until 2023. He has won six Bundesliga titles at Bayern. Coman is a highly talented player, but his poor injury record is a big concern. It has been claimed Liverpool have submitted an offer of €35 million (£30m) for the 25-year-old winger&nb...
Report: Tottenham keen to sign 28-year-old West Ham target…need to submit “mega offer”
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing Dutch striker Wout Weghorst, according to Sport Bild (h/t Sky Germany live blog). Spurs striker Harry Kane has been linked with Manchester City, and he could leave after the European Championships. The north London club have already rejected a £100 million bid from City, but Spurs could be tempted to sell him for £150m. Bild claim that Spurs are interested in signing Weghorst from Wolfsburg. He has a contract until 2023, and it will take a “mega offer” to lure him away from the German club. Weghorst will change clubs this summer if “something big” arrives. Roma are also interested in signing him, but no offers have yet been received. Interest from West Ham According to The Athletic, the Wolfsburg star could be allo...
Real Madrid will show patience to sign €160m star, waiting for player’s public statement
Real Madrid are prepared to show patience in the pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe, Mundo Deportivo reports. The Frenchman had a superb 2020/21 campaign for Les Parisiens, registering a stunning 42 goals and 11 assists from 47 appearances. Despite his efforts, the club were beaten by Lille to the Ligue 1 title while they were eliminated in the Champions League semi-final. Mbappe has another 12 months left on his contract, and he has yet to give the green light over a possible extension with the club. Madrid are keeping a close eye on the situation but don’t want to anger Les Parisiens by making a formal approach for the player. They are prepared to wait for Mbappe to make a public statement over his future and give signs that he wants to join them this summer. Sportslens vi...
Manchester United make formal contact to sign €55m Arsenal midfield target – report
Manchester United have officially expressed an interest in signing Rennes midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, RMC Sport journalist Mohamed Bouhafsi reports. The Red Devils are searching for a new midfielder, and it was recently claimed that the club had joined the race for the France international. The club have now made formal contact with Rennes, and they will hold negotiations with the player’s entourage next week to convince him. Camavinga, who has just one year left on his contract, is eager to join Paris Saint-Germain, but United are optimistic about luring him to the club. Sportslens view: Camavinga is regarded as one of France’s best young midfielders, and he is reportedly a priority target for Premier League rivals Arsenal. The Red Devils appear to have made the first move for the teena...
Manchester United make formal contact to sign €55m Arsenal midfield target – report
Manchester United have officially expressed an interest in signing Rennes midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, RMC Sport journalist Mohamed Bouhafsi reports. The Red Devils are searching for a new midfielder, and it was recently claimed that the club had joined the race for the France international. The club have now made formal contact with Rennes, and they will hold negotiations with the player’s entourage next week to convince him. Camavinga, who has just one year left on his contract, is eager to join Paris Saint-Germain, but United are optimistic about luring him to the club. Sportslens view: Camavinga is regarded as one of France’s best young midfielders, and he is reportedly a priority target for Premier League rivals Arsenal. The Red Devils appear to have made the first move for the teena...
Bundesliga forward bags again, Juventus man’s nightmare – Netherlands 0-2 Czech Republic Player Ratings
Czech Republic pulled off a shock victory in the round of 16, knocking out Netherlands with a 2-0 win on Sunday. The Dutch began the game on the front foot, dominating possession in the middle of the park. They almost took the lead when Matthijs de Ligt’s back-post header missed the target, although replays showed that the Juventus man was offside anyway. Czech Republic worked their way back into the game, with Tomas Soucek glancing a header wide and Antonin Barak having a shot deflected over by De Ligt. The two sides went in goalless at the break, but it was an open half nonetheless. Early in the second half, Netherlands had a huge chance to take the lead. Donyell Malen skipped past two defenders and went through on goal but was tackled when he tried to round goalkeeper Tomas Vaclik....
Bundesliga forward bags again, Juventus man’s nightmare – Netherlands 0-2 Czech Republic Player Ratings
Czech Republic pulled off a shock victory in the round of 16, knocking out Netherlands with a 2-0 win on Sunday. The Dutch began the game on the front foot, dominating possession in the middle of the park. They almost took the lead when Matthijs de Ligt’s back-post header missed the target, although replays showed that the Juventus man was offside anyway. Czech Republic worked their way back into the game, with Tomas Soucek glancing a header wide and Antonin Barak having a shot deflected over by De Ligt. The two sides went in goalless at the break, but it was an open half nonetheless. Early in the second half, Netherlands had a huge chance to take the lead. Donyell Malen skipped past two defenders and went through on goal but was tackled when he tried to round goalkeeper Tomas Vaclik....
Serie A giants want to sign €20m-rated Arsenal defender on loan – report
Inter Milan are weighing up a loan move for Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin as they look to replace Achraf Hakimi, Gianluca Di Marzio reports. Hakimi had a superb debut season for the Nerazzurri last term, registering seven goals and 11 assists from 45 appearances across all competitions. Despite this, the club have agreed to sell him to Paris Saint-Germain as they need to balance their books before the end of the month. They are now lining up a replacement and it is reported that they are interested in landing the services of Bellerin from the Gunners. Bellerin is valued at €20 million by the Gunners. The Nerazzurri are exploring a season-long loan deal with the option to buy next summer. Sportslens view: Bellerin fell out-of-favour under Mikel Arteta in the final months of last sea...
Serie A giants want to sign €20m-rated Arsenal defender on loan – report
Inter Milan are weighing up a loan move for Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin as they look to replace Achraf Hakimi, Gianluca Di Marzio reports. Hakimi had a superb debut season for the Nerazzurri last term, registering seven goals and 11 assists from 45 appearances across all competitions. Despite this, the club have agreed to sell him to Paris Saint-Germain as they need to balance their books before the end of the month. They are now lining up a replacement and it is reported that they are interested in landing the services of Bellerin from the Gunners. Bellerin is valued at €20 million by the Gunners. The Nerazzurri are exploring a season-long loan deal with the option to buy next summer. Sportslens view: Bellerin fell out-of-favour under Mikel Arteta in the final months of last sea...
Former Premier League men star, Ronaldo quiet – Belgium 1-0 Portugal Player Ratings
Belgium reached the quarter-finals of Euro 2020 after a tight 1-0 win over Portugal. The first chance of the game fell to Portugal, and they will have been disappointed with the end result. Renato Sanches embarked on a brilliant driving run before feeding Diogo Jota, but the Liverpool man dragged his shot well wide. For much of the first half, Belgium were struggling to create anything of note, finding themselves limited to an ambitious effort by Thomas Meunier. But they managed to take the lead shortly before half time in fine fashion. Thorgan Hazard picked up the ball from 25 yards out and unleashed a powerful strike into the far corner. Although the ball moved a lot in the air, Portuguese goalkeeper Rui Patricio will feel like he should have done better. There was an early blow in the s...
West Ham and Leeds set to miss out on 23-year-old star, he’s close to joining PL rival – report
West Ham United and Leeds United are set to miss out on Romain Perraud. According to The Athletic, both Premier League clubs had been chasing the 23-year-old this summer. Newcastle United were also in the hunt for his signature, but Southampton are now closing in on the signing of the Stade Brest defender. The deal is at an advanced stage, and the only way the move will fall through is if the player’s medical is unsatisfactory or if another club makes a late attempt to sign him. Ralph Hasenhuttl has met with the left-back, and it is understood that Perraud has made it clear that he wants to join the Saints. Leeds are looking to sign a new left-back, with Ezgjan Alioski’s future in doubt. He is a free agent this summer and is yet to pen a new deal at the club. The Hammers are...
