Premier League
Van de Beek starts in three changes | Predicted Manchester United line-up (4-2-3-1) vs Wolves
Manchester United make the trip to the Midlands for Sunday’s Premier League clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers. The Red Devils started their season in fine form with a 5-1 thumping of Leeds United, but struggled at Southampton last week. They settled for a disappointing 1-1 draw at St Mary’s and could have easily lost the game if not for David de Gea’s saves. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will hope for a strong reply from his players, but it won’t be easy against Wolves on the road. The games between the clubs have been closely fought in recent years, with the largest winning margin being just one. Formation: 4-2-3-1 Predicted Line-up: De Gea has been under pressure recently, but he has proved a point with key saves. He is widely expected to start in goal. The backline could see a solitary chang...
Darren Bent makes it very clear who should replace Arteta as Arsenal get Man City hammering
Darren Bent took to Twitter today as Arsenal got battered 5-0 by Manchester City at the Etihad. The Gunners fan pleaded for Antonio Conte to be handed the reigns at the Emirates: Antonio Conte please 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 — Darren Bent (@DarrenBent) August 28, 2021 Arsenal were so poor against City this afternoon. The defending was as shambolic as it was comical at times. Mikel Arteta is under real pressure now. The Spaniard has spent a lot of money at Arsenal this summer – more than any other Premier League manager. Amazingly though, the Gunner...
‘Good day to be a Spurs fan’ – Jamie O’Hara and Gary Lineker react to Man City win vs Arsenal
Arsenal have suffered a humiliating 5-0 defeat against champions Manchester City on Saturday in the Premier League. The Gunners’ miserable start to the new Premier League campaign continued as they now find themselves at the bottom of the league, with zero points from their opening three games. Mikel Arteta’s side have yet to find the net as well. Popular talkSport pundit, Jamie O’Hara, has mocked Arsenal on Twitter, saying it’s a good day to be a Spurs fan. He is a former Tottenham player, and it seems he is rejoicing at Arsenal’s poor form. 0 points 0 goals bottom of the league, it’s a good day to be a Spurs fan 😂 #arsenal #spurs — Jamie Ohara (@Mrjamieohara1) August 28, 2021 Former great England striker Gary Lineker was also watching the game, and he has stated his reaction...
Atletico Madrid star Saul Niguez makes Chelsea transfer decision – report
Atletico Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez has opted against a move to Chelsea, 90min reports. The Blues are searching for a new midfielder, and it was recently reported that they had made an official loan bid for Saul with an option to buy. However, it appears that the deal is unlikely to materialise. The Spaniard has snubbed the Blues’ advances due to concerns over playing time. The 26-year-old has failed to receive assurances of regular game time by Thomas Tuchel. Sportslens view: The west London giants currently have N’Golo Kante, Jorginho and Mateo Kovacic as their regular midfield options under Tuchel. They also have Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Ethan Ampadu and Ross Barkley in the squad despite loaning Billy Gilmour to Norwich City. With the excellent form of Kante and Jorginho earlier this year...
Report: Aston Villa prepared to pay £25 million for ‘outstanding’ talent
Aston Villa are prepared to pay €30 million (£25 million) to sign Juventus star Weston McKennie, according to Corriere dello Sport (print edition, August 26, page 6). However, there is a problem for the Villans. The 22-year-old midfielder isn’t keen on a move to Villa Park. Dean Smith has been a very busy man in the transfer market already this summer. McKennie is a transfer target for Aston Villa Villa have signed the likes of Emiliano Buendia, Danny Ings and Leon Bailey. However, it seems as though Smith is far from finished with his business. McKennie being chased by Aston Villa The Midlands outfit are prepared to meet Juventus’s £25m asking price for the United States international. As things stand, the Juve man doesn’t want to join Villa. Who knows, the lure of Premier League foo...
Report: Aston Villa could sign Belgium international serial winner for absolute bargain fee
Aston Villa are interested in signing Borussia Dortmund midfielder Axel Witsel, according to Tuttosport. Central midfield is an area where Villa boss Dean Smith wants to strengthen at Villa Park before the transfer window closes. The Villans are also believed to be chasing Juventus ace Weston McKennie. Witsel is a transfer target for Aston Villa this summer However, Smith is seemingly casting his net far and wide. Witsel on Aston Villa radar Tuttosport claims that the Villans are ‘very active’ on the 114-capped Belgium international. The 32-year-old is vastly experienced and has an extensive history of winning. He has three league titles to his name from his time with Zenit Saint Petersburg and Standard Liege. The Belgian specialises in breaking up the opposition’s play and is a very ...
Five changes, Lokonga starts: Predicted Arsenal line-up (3-4-2-1) vs Manchester City
Arsenal make the trip to the Etihad Stadium for Saturday’s Premier League clash against Manchester City. The Gunners have not registered a point after their opening two games of the new league campaign. They secured a resounding 6-0 win over West Bromwich Albion in the second round of the Carabao Cup in midweek. The result was expected against a weakened Baggies outfit, but it should give them confidence for the City clash. The Gunners have failed to pick up a single point in the last eight league meetings against the reigning English champions. However, they beat them in the FA Cup semi-final last year, with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang bagging a brace. The club captain scored a sublime hat-trick on Wednesday. He needs to be at his best for the Gunners to avoid another loss. Formation: 3-4-2...
‘We are aware’: Thomas Tuchel speaks on Chelsea transfer plans before Tuesday’s deadline
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has provided an update on the club’s potential transfer activity before Tuesday’s cut-off time. The Blues have made just one marquee signing this summer with Romelu Lukaku, who returned from Inter Milan for €115 million. The Belgian has already made an impact with a match-winning display against Arsenal. There is the anticipation of more signings. Speaking ahead of the Liverpool game, Tuchel confirmed that negotiations are ongoing behind the scenes and refused to rule out new arrivals. He told football.london: “Well, hoping is maybe. We have still some ideas, and we are trying and not all decisions are taken regarding also to our squad. “So, there are some negotiations going on, and we are aware of all the situations. “Hoping in meaning that we need somet...
Sterling and Jesus start, Predicted Manchester City line-up (4-3-3) vs Arsenal
Manchester City host Arsenal in Saturday’s early Premier League kick-off at the Etihad Stadium. The Cityzens picked up their first victory of the campaign last weekend with a convincing 5-0 triumph over newly-promoted Norwich City. They are firm favourites for the upcoming meeting against the Gunners, with their dominating league record against them since 2017. They have beaten the Gunners in the last eight league encounters. Their only defeat during this period came in the 2020 FA Cup semi-final. Formation: 4-3-3 Predicted Line-up: Ederson has been the undisputed starter in goal for the league and European games. He is expected to start between the sticks ahead of Zack Steffen. John Stones has been working on his fitness in recent weeks after his late return to training after his internat...
Kante and Lukaku start, Predicted Chelsea line-up (3-4-2-1) vs Liverpool
Chelsea travel to Anfield for Saturday’s late Premier League kick-off against Liverpool. The Blues have made the perfect start to the season with successive wins, and they are only behind West Ham United on the table in terms of goals scored. They are scheduled to face the Reds on the road tomorrow. Their recent league record is not great against them, but they won at Anfield earlier this year. Jurgen Klopp’s side were missing several key defenders including Virgil Van Dijk. The tussle between Van Dijk and Romelu Lukaku will be one to watch out for. Formation: 3-4-2-1 Predicted Line-up: Edouard Mendy has started the season with successive shutouts, and he has been faultless with the limited shots at him. He is expected to start in goal ahead of Kepa Arrizabalaga. No changes are likely in t...
‘We are here’: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer open to sensational Cristiano Ronaldo return
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has refused to rule out a possible return for Cristiano Ronaldo before Tuesday’s transfer deadline. The 36-year-old has decided to leave Juventus after three seasons, and it has been widely reported that he could join United’s arch-rivals Manchester City. There has not been an official bid from the English champions yet, and when asked about Ronaldo, Solskjaer described him as a legend of the club. Ronaldo played for six seasons at Old Trafford between 2003 and 2009. Solskjaer refused to rule out a stunning comeback for the 36-year-old. He told Manchester Evening News: “Don’t want to speculate too much – he is a legend of this club, the greatest player of all time if you as me. “I was fortunate enough to play with him, to coach him. Let’s see,...
Report: Liverpool now want to sign £43m giant touted as ‘Van Dijk 2.0’
Liverpool are showing interest in signing Lille ace Sven Botman, according to TuttoMercatoWeb. Reds boss Jurgen Klopp has already bolstered his central defensive ranks at Anfield this summer. Ibrahima Konate arrived from RB Leipzig a couple of months ago for around £36 million. However, it seems as though Klopp could be eyeing further centre-back reinforcements. Sven Botman in action for Lille Liverpool targeting Botman? TMW reckon that the 21-year-old Lille defender is on the Reds’ radar. Standing at 6ft 4in tall, the young Dutchman cuts an imposing figure. He has very similar attributes to his fellow countryman Virgil van Dijk. In fact, he has been touted as the next Van Dijk by Who Scored. He’s a very good player and has so much talent and potential. In 37 Ligue 1 outings for Lille...
