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Arsenal duo sidelined, Chelsea set to shuffle pack, Hammers star pushing for recall
The 2020/21 Premier League season is in its final week, and there are some crucial fixtures taking place over the next two days. The battle to qualify for the Champions League will take centre stage, with three teams holding a realistic chance of joining the two Manchester clubs in next season’s competition. Two of those are in action on Tuesday, with Chelsea and Leicester City going head-to-head at Stamford Bridge. The Foxes are two points ahead of Chelsea heading into the game, with Liverpool a further point adrift with two matches remaining. Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel is expected to shuffle his pack following his team’s defeat against Leicester in Saturday’s FA Cup final. Edouard Mendy is set to return in goal, while Ben Chilwell is likely to start after impressing off the bench at W...
Arsenal’s stunners and that Gerrard goal: the best FA Cup final goals of the 2000s
The FA Cup final is one of the highlights of the English football calendar. It’s the world’s oldest football competition and has produced several incredible moments – from the endless amount of giant killings to those big days out at Wembley Stadium. Some argue that it has lost its magic over the years, but Saturday’s clash between Leicester City and Chelsea proved otherwise. With fans back in attendance for the first time in ages, the Foxes emerged victorious after one moment of magic (and a little bit of controversy). But it wasn’t the first time we’ve seen a screamer in the FA Cup final. Here are some more just from the turn of the millennium. Youri Tielemans – Leicester City 1-0 Chelsea [embedded content] With all the hysteria of the last 30 minutes, it’s easy to forget just how dull t...
Fabrizio Romano: Palace have joined Leeds & David Moyes in race for £50m hitman
Crystal Palace have joined the race for Slavia Prague forward Abdallah Sima ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Sky Sports journalist and transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Crystal Palace are still in contact with Frank Lampard and his agente as potential new manager – talks progressing. Abdallah Sima from Slavia Praga is among the options as new signings, also in case Lampard will be appointed. 🔴🔵 #CPFC — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 17, 2021 Leeds United and West Ham United are also keen on the 19-year-old who has been in explosive form in 2020-21. Sima, 19, has scored 19 goals in 36 games across all competitions for the Czech Republic outfit, and Everton, Arsenal, Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus are keeping tabs on him too. Slavia...
Three Things: Shankly would be horrified, West Ham blow chance, Leeds on the rise
It’s Monday morning again, which means it’s time to roll out our latest ‘Three Things’ column. Thankfully there wasn’t much diving going on over the weekend, so we’ll have to focus on other stuff. Let’s start things off by getting stuck into Liverpool. When is the open-top bus parade? “If you are first, you are first. If you are second, you are nothing.” Former Liverpool manager Bill Shankly’s iconic comment perfectly summed up his attitude to football. If Shankly had been around today, he’d have been horrified by the wild celebrations that followed Alisson’s late winner at West Bromwich Albion on Sunday. Sure, a goal scored by a goalkeeper is a rare occurrence. However, this was a goal against a relegated club that moved Liverpool from fifth to, erm, fifth position in the Premier League. ...
‘Saved us’, ‘Big impact’ – Some West Ham fans lavish praise on 25-yr-old after 1-1 draw
West Ham United were held to a 1-1 draw against Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League last night. Late goals from Danny Welbeck and Said Benrahma ensured that the points were shared between the two sides. The draw was a major blow to West Ham’s Champions League hopes, and they will now concentrate on securing their place in the Europa League next season. The Londoners have had an impressive campaign, and David Moyes would have expected a better showing from his players last night. Midfielder Benrahma scored his first Premier League goal for West Ham, and his late strike could prove to be crucial in the race for Europa League qualification. The Algerian came on after the hour mark and made an immediate impact for the visitors. Apart from his goal, the 25-year-old added flair and cr...
Sam Allardyce: Premier League is becoming boring
Press Association Sam Allardyce has warned that the Premier League is in danger of becoming boring because teams have been “brainwashed” into using the same playing style. The English top-flight has opened up to different tactical approaches over the last decade, with an influx of coaches coming from elsewhere in Europe. However the West Brom manager fears coaches are being prevented from sticking to their preferred style and that the league is suffering as a result. He said to Sky Sports: “What’s the point of playing out from the back against Man City and Liverpool, the best high-pressing team in this country. If they drop off, you play out from the back. Where’s the space? Exploit the space. I tried to get the players to think about that. It’s a simple game that’s been complicated far to...
Hammers reportedly join Man City & Ancelotti in race for £30m England international striker
West Ham United are keen on Southampton striker Danny Ings, according to Sunday Mirror. The Hammers are looking to sign a number 9 after not replacing Sebastien Haller in January and have identified striking targets ahead of the summer transfer window. Southampton are hoping Ings would sign a new deal with just a year left on the current contract of the England international. However, they would demand £30 million for his signature should he insist on leaving. West Ham are not the only ones keen on Ings, though, with Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur and Everton also monitoring developments ahead of the summer transfer window. Pep Guardiola wants a new striker with Sergio Aguero leaving the Etihad Stadium at the end of the season, and Ings appears to have caught his eyes. The 28-year-old ...
West Ham boss won’t rule out re-signing Marko Arnautovic
West Ham boss David Moyes won’t rule out re-signing Marko Arnatovic. Reports have surfaced linking forward Arnautovic, who thrived under Moyes during his first spell in charge of West Ham, with a return to the club. Moyes said: “Marko was great for me. I loved having him at the club because I liked the challenge of trying to manage him. “He’s someone who maybe wasn’t easy at times but I actually quite enjoyed it. “I would never rule Marko out – but I’m trying to move forward. I’m trying to build towards a new team, a new West Ham. I’m trying not to go back if I can help it. “It’s not to say that I would never go there. I would do, of course. We might get a chance to see how Marko plays in the Euros. I hope I do because I really like him.” Get more stories like this on Twitter You Deserve t...
Leeds recall key duo, Spurs defender out, Toffees sweating on playmaker’s fitness
The 36th round of fixtures in the Premier League features some vital matches at the top end of the EPL table. We’ll update this story with reports, results, highlights and the latest Premier League standings throughout the weekend. The action got underway on Friday evening, with Manchester City winning 4-3 at Newcastle United – Ferran Torres (3) and Joao Cancelo got their goals. Leeds United demolished Burnley 4-0 at Turf Moor in the early kick-off on Saturday – Rodrigo (2), Mateusz Klich and Jack Harrison were on the scoresheet. Southampton vs Fulham and Brighton & Hove Albion vs West Ham United completes the Saturday line-up. There are four games on Sunday, three of which could have a major bearing on who qualifies for Europe this season. Liverpool have a golden opportunity to move j...
Hammers reportedly ahead of Spurs in race for chart-topping star Southgate dubbed ‘very good’
West Ham United have moved ahead of Tottenham Hotspur in the race for West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Sam Johnstone, according to Football Insider. The Manchester United academy graduate is expected to remain in the top-flight following the Baggies’ relegation, and he is not short of suitors amongst the teams in the top half of the Premier League table. Sportslens View Spurs want to bring in a replacement for Hugo Lloris with just a year left on his current deal, and they reckon Johnstone would be perfect for the job. However, their lack of a permanent manager appears to have given West Ham a chance in the race. Leeds United have also been linked with the 28-year-old who currently tops the charts for most saves made (148) in the Premier League this term, but it is the Hammers that are now ...
SL View: Leeds could strike gold as they eye £50m hitman on Man Utd radar
Leeds United are interested in Slavia Prague forward Abdallah Sima ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Football Insider. The 19-year-old has been in fine form this term, scoring 19 goals in 36 games across all competitions. Sima’s form has not only attracted Leeds, with Everton, Arsenal, Manchester United, West Ham United, Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus also keen on the Senegalese. Slavia have already received a £25 million bid for the forward from an unnamed club, but they value him at £50m after slapping that price on his head in January. However, they are expected to accept a lesser fee this summer, and Leeds should not hesitate to go after his signature. Sima has excelled playing on the wings for the Czech giants, and Whites head coach Marcelo Bielsa could utilise his q...
Borussia Dortmund reportedly big admirers of West Ham attacker as they eye move
According to The Sun, Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund are big admirers of West Ham United loanee Jesse Lingard and are eyeing a summer swoop. The Manchester United attacking midfielder has caught the eyes of suitors since impressing with the Hammers. Lingard has nine goals and three assists in 13 Premier League appearances for West Ham since joining in January, and while manager David Moyes would love to sign the £20 million-rated England international permanently, his £100,000-a-week deal could hamper a deal. Man Utd could now use the attacker in a deal to bring Jadon Sancho to Old Trafford should the Hammers opt against a permanent deal at the end of the season. Dortmund want around £100m for the winger, but that price could be brought down significantly with the inclusion of Lingard...
