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Robert Lewandowski ruled out of PSG clash through injury
Robert Lewandowski has been ruled out of Bayern Munich’s clashes with Paris Saint-Germain due to a knee injury sustained during the international break, reports Christian Falk on Twitter. The Poland international has had a breathtaking season in front of goal, netting 35 goals in 25 Bundesliga outings, as well as a further five in the Champions League. Due to this form, he has emerged as one of the leading candidates for the Ballon d’Or. Lewandowski has been brilliant this season News recently emerged that Lewandowski suffered an injury during Poland’s World Cup qualifier with Andorra, in which the forward bagged a brace. This injury was confirmed to keep him out of the upcoming clash with England. And now the extent of the problem has been revealed, with Christian Falk reporting via Twitt...
‘Great news’: Some Man United fans react to 26-year-old’s early return from int’l duty
A selection of Manchester United fans on Twitter have expressed their delight after learning that Bruno Fernandes has returned early from international duty. The 26-year-old midfielder has been the Red Devils’ standout performer this term, registering a stunning tally of 23 goals and 13 assists from 45 appearances. Fernandes featured in Portugal’s World Cup qualifiers against Azerbaijan and Serbia last week, but he is suspended for the Luxembourg clash tomorrow after reaching the yellow card limit. Ahead of the game, the Red Devils star was not part of the travelling squad, and Mais Futebol reports that he has already headed back to Manchester. Fernandes could have still trained with Fernando Santos’ side, and his early return to the club has pleased some of the club’s faithful. I’m ...
Spurs dealt injury blow as defender withdraws from international squad due to knock
Tottenham Hotspur have been dealt an injury blow as Matt Doherty has withdrawn from the Republic of Ireland squad due to a knock. 🚨 BREAKING 🚨 Tottenham’s Matt Doherty & Sheffield United’s Enda Stevens have withdrawn from the Republic of Ireland squad due to injury pic.twitter.com/QktzGffiyS — Football Daily (@footballdaily) March 29, 2021 The Spurs right-back was substituted at half-time during his country’s 1-0 loss to Luxembourg on Saturday and will now miss tomorrow’s trip to Hungary for the friendly clash against Qatar. Tottenham head coach Jose Mourinho will be hoping that the injury is not a serious one ahead of the resumption of Premier League action. The north Londoners lost Welsh left-back Ben Davies to an injury at the beginning of the international break, an...
‘So happy’, ‘Improving’: Some Chelsea fans praise 22-year-old’s display on int’l duty
A selection of Chelsea fans were delighted with Mason Mount’s display during England’s 2-0 win over Albania in a World Cup qualifier on Sunday. The 22-year-old had come for criticism from some Blues supporters in the past for his inability to convert chances in the final third of the pitch. However, he showed a significant improvement in that aspect and prior to the international break, he registered three goals from six league starts. Mount recently bagged an assist in the Three Lions’ 5-0 triumph over San Marino. He created eight chances in his 45-minute appearance, which was the most in a World Cup qualifier since Xavi for Spain in 2008. He carried his fine form into the Albania game where he scored after the hour mark to make it 2-0 for Gareth Southgate’s side. Harry Kane, who opened t...
‘Just a matter of time’: Fabrizio Romano provides contract update on Man City star
Manchester City are convinced that Kevin De Bruyne will put pen-to-paper on a new contract in the near future, reputed Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano claims. The Belgium international had a superb 2019/2020 campaign with the Cityzens with 16 goals and 23 assists as he was named the PFA Player of the Year. In the current season, he has been hampered by a couple of muscle injuries, but he has still excelled with seven goals and 16 assists from 31 outings. His contract with the Cityzens does not expire until June 2023, but the club are keen to reward him with an extension at the earliest possibility. Talks have been underway for a while and Romano has said that it is only a matter of time before he signs a fresh deal with the runaway Premier League leaders. Manchester City are convinced t...
Lucas Torreira open to playing for Arsenal again on one condition
Uruguayan midfielder Lucas Torreira would be open to playing for Arsenal next season if he is assured regular playing time by manager Mikel Arteta, The Athletic reports. The 25-year-old fell out-of-favour under Arteta following the project restart last term, and he was loaned out to Atletico Madrid before the summer transfer deadline. His time with the Madrid giants has been a frustrating one with just 629 minutes of playing time, and they are unlikely to consider the option to buy him this summer. It is now reported that Torreira is open to re-establishing himself within the Gunners ranks next term, but he will want the assurance of regular game time. Sportslens view: Arteta has shown that he is prepared to hand opportunities to fringe players, and Mohamed Elneny has been a prime example ...
Everton’s new stadium plans approved by government
The government have approved Everton’s plans to build a new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, the club have confirmed via their official website. Everton currently play their football at Goodison Park, which holds a capacity of 39,414. This is the tenth biggest stadium in the Premier League and the 13th biggest in England. Goodison Park, Everton’s current home The club have made plans to move out of Goodison Park and build a new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, which would hold an increased capacity of 52,888. This would be the seventh-largest stadium in the top flight of English football. And now the club have announced that the plans have been approved by the government. The plans were initially approved unanimously by the Liverpool City Council’s Planning Committee on February 23 and have si...
Spurs warned transfer target’s value will have skyrocketed after what Southgate did
Former Tottenham Hotspur right-back Alan Hutton has told the North London club that they might have to pay more than they have bargained for West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Sam Johnstone following his England call-up. With Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford sidelined, Three Lions manager Gareth Southgate decided to call-up the West Brom star for this month’s World Cup qualifiers. He could earn an England cap if he impresses the coaches in training. Spurs are reportedly keen on signing Johnstone as Hugo Lloris’ potential replacement this summer, and Hutton reckons they could have a repeat of the Jack Grealish transfer saga on their hands should the goalie become an England international. Tottenham refused to meet Aston Villa’s news demands for the midfielder back in the summer of 2018, with...
Spurs handed potential huge Dybala boost after Juve reportedly reach decision
According to Football Italia, Juventus have refused to meet the contract demands of Paulo Dybala, and a summer exit is becoming increasingly likely. The news will come as a huge boost to Tottenham Hotspur who tried to land him during the last two transfer windows. According to the Daily Star, Spurs will be offered the chance to sign Dybala this summer, although the £40 million fee may put them off. Juventus have offered the Argentina international a take-it-or-leave-it offer worth €10m per season, including performance-related bonuses, and they are now ready to cash in on him with his contract expiring at the end of next season. Chelsea, Barcelona and Paris St-Germain will also be offered the opportunity to sign the 27-year-old, and more suitors are likely to emerge at the end of the seaso...
Arsenal star down with hamstring knock, to miss country’s game tomorrow
Arsenal midfielder Bukayo Saka will miss England’s World Cup qualifying clash against San Marino tomorrow as a precautionary measure. Bukayo Saka misses #eng v San Marino. Still at #afc having assessment on hamstring. Southgate hopes Saka will link up at Pennyhill Park later this week. Rashford #mufc not out training this morning, continuing (ankle) rehab indoors; tbh should have been rested from this squad. — Henry Winter (@henrywinter) March 24, 2021 The youngster is currently with the Gunners as he is still having an assessment on his hamstring, and Three Lions manager Gareth Southgate is hoping that he will join up with the rest of the squad later this week. England are in Group I of the European qualifiers for Qatar 2022 World Cup, and they face San Marino, Albania and Poland this mon...
‘Has he done enough?’ – English striker questions Southgate’s decision to call up Spurs star
West Bromwich Albion striker Charlie Austin has questioned the decision of England manager Gareth Southgate to invite Tottenham Hotspur defender Eric Dier for this month’s World Cup qualifiers. The Three Lions are in Group I of the European qualifiers for Qatar 2022, and they face San Marino, Albania and Poland this month. Southgate’s 26-man squad had some few surprises upon its announcement, with Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold omitted while Leeds United striker Patrick Bamford was also missing despite being thePremier League’s current fifth top-scorer with 13 goals. Austin, currently on loan at Queens Park Rangers, believes that someone like Dier only made the squad because he plays for a big side and not based on current form. “There is favouritism to bigger clubs,” the Engl...
‘I’m so sad’ – Ian Wright sends Odegaard message to Arsenal
Arsenal went into the international break on the back of a 3-3 draw at West Ham United, and manager Mikel Arteta will be hoping his players can continue from where they stopped when they host Liverpool immediately Premier League action resumes. The Gunners found themselves 3-0 down 32 minutes into the clash with the Hammers, but they bounced back in style, leaving the London Stadium with a hard-fought point. Real Madrid loanee Martin Odegaard played a huge role in the comeback, playing a part in all of Arsenal’s three goals. The 22-year-old was also very impressive in the earlier and crucial victories over Olympiacos and Tottenham Hotspur, and the Gunners would hope to retain his services beyond the end of the campaign. Odegaard joined Arsenal on loan till the end of the season in January,...
