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Are refs & the FA doing enough to protect players?
The FC crew discuss the recent slew of harsh challenges on Man City players and whether referees and the FA are doing enough to protect players.
Sunday, December 31, 2017
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Man City manager Pep Guardiola reveals fears ahead of January transfer plans
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Man City manager Pep Guardiola reveals fears ahead of January transfer plans
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is aiming to win an unprecedented quadruple this season
Transfer news live: Manchester United chasing midfielder, Cristiano Ronaldo fee set and Liverpool look to spend more
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Transfer news live: Manchester United chasing midfielder, Cristiano Ronaldo fee set and Liverpool look to spend more
All the very latest news, rumours and done deals ahead of the January window
Friday, December 29, 2017
Tired Lukaku needs a rest but I can't give him one - Mourinho
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Tired Lukaku needs a rest but I can't give him one - Mourinho
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho admits striker Romelu Lukaku needs a rest but says he cannot afford to give him one.
Thursday, December 28, 2017
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Derby Victory Will Boost Milan Morale Believes Patrick Cutrone
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Derby Victory Will Boost Milan Morale Believes Patrick Cutrone
After scoring the winner against rivals Inter in the Coppa Italia quarter-final, Patrick Cutrone suggested it could be a turning point.
Manchester United players Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Jesse Lingard praised by Jose Mourinho
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Manchester United players Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Jesse Lingard praised by Jose Mourinho
Jesse Lingard scored twice for Man Utd as they drew their Boxing Day Premier League fixture vs Burnley at Old Trafford.
Tuesday, December 26, 2017
Manchester United line up vs Burnley includes Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Luke Shaw
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Manchester United line up vs Burnley includes Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Luke Shaw
Man Utd vs Burnley Premier League team news includes a start for Marcos Rojo and Chris Smalling is injured.
Monday, December 25, 2017
Firmino to score first against Swans? Man United to storm back vs. Burnley?
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Firmino to score first against Swans? Man United to storm back vs. Burnley?
The FC panel is at odds as to whether Jose Mourinho or his squad is at fault following Man United's late collapse at Leicester.
Another level weekend for the column as after correctly tipping up Barcelona at 9/4 to win at the Bernabeu, West Ham cost us as they slipped to a shock 3-2 defeat at home to Newcastle. There's plenty of betting action on Boxing Day, including Manchester United's clash with Burnley.
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Playing Curry against Cavs would be 'completely irresponsible', says Kerr
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Playing Curry against Cavs would be 'completely irresponsible', says Kerr
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr says Stephen Curry's ankle hasn't healed in time to face the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Jose Mourinho takes aim at 'childish' Manchester United after Leicester draw
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Jose Mourinho takes aim at 'childish' Manchester United after Leicester draw
United had cancelled out Jamie Vardy's opener with Juan Mata's double and then missed chance after chance to put the game to bed, before Harry Maguire struck late to equalise
Saturday, December 23, 2017
Lazio react to Manchester United Sergej Milinkovic-Savic transfer talk
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Lazio react to Manchester United Sergej Milinkovic-Savic transfer talk
Man Utd have been linked with a big-money move for Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and the club have reacted to speculation.
Friday, December 22, 2017
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Victor Wanyama: Tottenham midfielder close to return, says Mauricio Pochettino
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Victor Wanyama: Tottenham midfielder close to return, says Mauricio Pochettino
Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino says midfielder Victor Wanyama is back training and close to making his return.
Wednesday, December 20, 2017
Premier League Manager Sacked On Wednesday Night
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Premier League Manager Sacked On Wednesday Night
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Swansea City are hunting for the third manager in less than 12 months, as the club officials now have formally sacked Paul Clement.
The English gaffer was designated in the hopes of anchoring the Swans to top of the table following a miserable run of 10 defeats in 13 Premier League matches. But the higher-ups have lost their faith in the 45-year-old on grounds that he’s failing to direct a turnaround from the current plight.
Even though the latest sources claim an announcement regarding who’ll be appointed as the new coach will be made within 24 hours, it’s still uncertain as to who will take up the prestigious spot.
With a critical home match against Crystal Palace due on Saturday, Swansea hopes for electing a qualified personal soon enough before it causes any sorts of damage to the team.
Clement managed to keep the team up against the bars the previous season, although he was just elected in January, accumulating 29 points across 19 games to elevate the club away from the relegation zone.
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St Pat's snap up young Villa defender with Premier League experience
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St Pat's snap up young Villa defender with Premier League experience
The news comes after the club confirmed the departure of popular Dutch defender Jordi Balk yesterday.
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
Atleti Report Barcelona Over Griezmann Contact
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Atleti Report Barcelona Over Griezmann Contact
Atletico Madrid have reported Barcelona to FIFA over improper contact with Antoine Griezmann.
Monday, December 18, 2017
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Man City news and transfer rumours LIVE David Silva and Pep Guardiola updates
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Man City news and transfer rumours LIVE David Silva and Pep Guardiola updates
The busy December schedule continues with a trip to Leicester in the League Cup tomorrow.
Contract Offer Revealed: Huge Marco Asensio To Manchester United Update
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Contract Offer Revealed: Huge Marco Asensio To Manchester United Update
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Manchester United’s woes so far this season are due to a lack of consistency in their midfield-attacking link up. A flurry of players have been experimented in the positions by Jose Mourinho to a mixed array of success, none satisfactory.
To add to the dilemma is the apparent ousting of Henrikh Mkhitaryan from the squad despite the Armenian initially showing a glimmer of what a traditional central attacking midfielder must do in the United jersey.
However, this dilemma might find an easy solution in the form of one Real Madrid man who has revealed Mourinho’s interest in his services.
As per Diario Gol, Marco Asensio has informed Real Madrid of an offer from Manchester United in the upcoming January window. The report added that in Asensio, Jose might find the perfect breed of player to keep alive some hope in a title race that quickly seems to be going one-way.
The young Spaniard, despite his decisively skillful arsenal, has been used sparingly by Zinedine Zidane so far this season. This comes as much surprise due to the 21-year-old’s performances with Spain’s U-21 side last season.
To add to the saga, it seems that while Zidane wouldn’t mind letting go of him, President Florentino Perez wishes to keep the youngster a part of Los Blancos owing to his scary potential.
If a move does go through, it is undoubted that he will find regular game time at Old Trafford. The precarious position of things has ensured that creativity is the need of the hour for Mourinho’s side, and Asensio could undoubtedly prove to be the quick fix.
Further, unless Madrid holds out for a last-minute screamer of an amount, he could even be a cheaper and potentially more profitable option in the long run when compared to some of the other older and more expensive players of the sort in the market.
It is high time for United to make such a move, and this could very well lead to a grand saga for the month of January.
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Saturday, December 16, 2017
Stoke 0-3 West Ham: Hammers maintain resurgence
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Stoke 0-3 West Ham: Hammers maintain resurgence
West Ham continued their fine form under David Moyes with a convincing 3-0 win at Stoke City.
Friday, December 15, 2017
Saturday's gossip column - Ancelotti heading back to Chelsea
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Saturday's gossip column - Ancelotti heading back to Chelsea
Ancelotti heading back to Chelsea, Blues want Monaco's Lemar in exchange for Batshuayi, Crystal Palace target Carrillo, plus more.
Thursday, December 14, 2017
RFEF Block Almiron Appointment At Las Palmas
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RFEF Block Almiron Appointment At Las Palmas
Royal Spanish Football Federation has blocked the appointment of Jorge Almiron as coach at Las Palmas.
Guardiola tells fans Man City won't stop after record-breaking win
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Guardiola tells fans Man City won't stop after record-breaking win
Pep Guardiola revelled in his side’s 15th successive Premier League victory on Wednesday.
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
FA give United, City extra time to explain Manchester derby brawl
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FA give United, City extra time to explain Manchester derby brawl
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Man City boss Pep Guardiola has had MORE to say about Man Utd dressing room row
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Man City boss Pep Guardiola has had MORE to say about Man Utd dressing room row
The teams clashed in the tunnel following Sunday's Manchester derby.
Monday, December 11, 2017
Deal Agreed: Neymar Reach Agreement To Join Real Madrid In 18 Months
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Deal Agreed: Neymar Reach Agreement To Join Real Madrid In 18 Months
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Paris Saint Germain shattered the world record when they signed Neymar from Barcelona back in the summer.
However, latest sources claim that the world-class forward might exit the Ligue 1 side sooner than expected.
The Brazil international was signed by the French capital for almost £200 million. Regardless, Real Madrid have been in talks with the Parisiens for a plausible move for the decorated figure recently.
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The Spanish side has been in pursuit of forwards owing to the fact that most of their squad members are getting too aged for the pacy counter-attacking football they always adopt.
Zidane, who wishes to implement more speed and driving force into his squad, believes Neymar could provide him with what he yearns for.
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And the latest reports in Spain indicate the Brazilian has already come to an agreement with Real Madrid. The 25-year-old, according to Diario Gol (via Mirror), will spend another 18 months in France before heading back to Spain.
The talented player is favouring a move to Los Blancos in view of the betterment of the chances of winning a Ballon d’Or, which expresses implicitly how desperate he is to bag the honour.
Real President Florentino Perez had conveyed his plans to pursue the signature of top forwards of the French side, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe, earlier this week.
“Mbappe is 18 years old, let’s leave him to develop and see how far he can go. We have the best players. Recruit Neymar and wait for Mbappe to develop? That’s not a bad idea!” the influential figure told El Partidazo de COPE.
Regardless, Neymar has his prevailing contract extending up to 2022, which could make it hard for the supporters to envisage the prospects of his return to Spain. Nonetheless, none is as persuasive as Perez when it boils down to negotiations.
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Torino Punish Lazio Following Immobile Sending Off
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Lazio's slump in form continued on Monday night following a 3-1 home defeat to Siniša Mihajlović's Torino.
Champions League draw: Manchester City installed as new favourites as Chelsea drift after drawing Barcelona
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Champions League draw: Manchester City installed as new favourites as Chelsea drift after drawing Barcelona
Pep Guardiola's men were handed arguably the easiest draw in the Round of 16
Sunday, December 10, 2017
Man City Champions League draw predictor
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Man City Champions League draw predictor
Manchester City are in the Champions League draw on Monday and Pep Guardiola will be hoping they get drawn against favourable opponents.
Mourinho’s Woes Continue As Top Defender Ruled Out For 6 Weeks
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Mourinho’s Woes Continue As Top Defender Ruled Out For 6 Weeks
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Man Utd had to face defeat at home against league leaders Man City on Sunday which has now created an 11-point gap between them.
However, Red Devils manager Jose Mourinho’s worries seem far from over as Eric Bailly is set to miss the remaining of the features this year.
As per a report from the Sun, the 23-year-old has aggravated a serious groin injury which will keep him off the field for at least six weeks.
This will be a blow to the Portuguese manager who will require his full squad to enhance their game in order to turn the tables around.
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With the former Villarreal player out for the crucial period of Christmas and January, Mourinho would have to reshuffle his centre-backs for the upcoming matches, especially with Phil Jones still recovering from an injury incurred during his international match last month.
Considered one of the Premier League’s top defenders, the Ivorian centre-back was last seen back on November 5 when Chelsea defeated United 1-0.
Bailly, who was scouted by Barcelona’s technical Secretary at the start of the season, has made 10 appearances for the team so far this season.
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Brilliant Otamendi volley extends Manchester City's lead to 11 points in derby win
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Brilliant Otamendi volley extends Manchester City's lead to 11 points in derby win
Pep Guardiola’s side go 11 points clear at the top of the Premier League with their eighth away win of the season.
Weather affects WSL 1 games, rugby union & racing
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Weather affects WSL 1 games, rugby union & racing
Saracens v Clermont Auvergne in the Champions Cup is postponed after succumbing to the wintry conditions, while WSL 1 fixtures and racing are also affected.
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Premier League Sides Considering Moves For Bundesliga Left-Back
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Premier League Sides Considering Moves For Bundesliga Left-Back
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Philipp Max has been showcasing remarkable performances in the German league, which is evidently the sound basis for the interest registered by multiple English giants over the past few weeks.
The 24-year-old joined FC Augsburg on a two-year contract with an option to extend the agreement in 2015, for a reported fee of €3.6 million.
Later on, the German savoured the taste of a silver medal as part of Germany’s 2016 Olympic squad and has been dazzling scouts with his exceptional form in the Bundesliga, mostly during this year’s campaign.
In view of his consistency and increasing number of assists, the versatile left-back has been praised for a place in Germany’s World Cup squad.
Provided the fact that he can operate in an even advanced role, Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham had marked their interest in the defender.
Jose Mourinho has been pursuing multiple left-backs, and the German could be the apt player to contribute his services to the Old Trafford outfit.
Everton have also assigned scouts to monitor the decorated defender, as Premier League sides consider their options for what is becoming a well-demanded position, according to the Daily Mail.
Speculations aside, the player has his current contract extending till 2022, with his value increasing with time. Furthermore, it’s still uncertain whether Max is looking for a transfer as of now. He is seemingly contentful with the football he’s receiving at Augsburg.
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Highly-Rated Winger Contacted By Manchester United Officials
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Highly-Rated Winger Contacted By Manchester United Officials
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Manchester United have offered Vancouver Whitecaps youngster Alphonso Davies a trial, according to reports in The Sun.
The 17-year-old is very highly rated and has been tipped for a bright future, and United appear to be ready to pounce.
The club are said to be waiting on the Whitecaps for a response on whether they will allow him to spend January at the Theatre of Dreams or not.
The Canadian club are believed to be willing to let their starlet have a crack at making it into the academy of one of the world’s best clubs, and could confirm the move soon.
Davies is traditionally a winger, and despite being only 17, he has already been called up to the Canadian national team, where he has managed a quite brilliant record of three goals in six appearances.
His evident potential is displayed further by the fact that he made his debut for the Whitecaps at just 15 years of age.
If he does sign for United, Davies will join up with a number of other fellow rookies whose glowing potentials have been spotted by the club’s scouts.
Tahith Chong, Aliou Traore and Charlie McCann all recently secured moves to Old Trafford, while Eliot Matazo and Lucas Gomes have also been linked to the English giants.
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Wolves held by Chris Coleman's Sunderland but extend Championship lead regardless
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Wolves held by Chris Coleman's Sunderland but extend Championship lead regardless
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West Ham vs Chelsea live: Latest score, what time does it start, where can I watch it, what TV channel
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West Ham vs Chelsea live: Latest score, what time does it start, where can I watch it, what TV channel
Follow the latest from the London Stadium
Friday, December 8, 2017
The Year That Was: 2017 Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
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The Year That Was: 2017 Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
We Revisit Round Six Of The 2017 MotoAmerica Season From Monterey, California.
Man Utd offer Shaw to rivals - Saturday's gossip column
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Man Utd offer Shaw to rivals - Saturday's gossip column
Manchester United offer Luke Shaw to rivals, Thibaut Courtois to Real Madrid, Mauricio Pochettino admits Gareth Bale interest, plus more.
Easier for PSG's Neymar to win Ballon d'Or at Real Madrid - Florentino Perez
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Easier for PSG's Neymar to win Ballon d'Or at Real Madrid - Florentino Perez
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has said that Paris Saint Germain's Neymar would have a better chance of winning the Ballon D'Or ifBallon d’Or Winner Cristiano Ronaldo Explains How Manchester United Helped Him
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Ballon d’Or Winner Cristiano Ronaldo Explains How Manchester United Helped Him
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Real Madrid superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo won the fifth Ballon d’Or of his career to go level with arch-rival Lionel Messi. The Portuguese played a pivotal role in Los Blancos’ successful last season, in which they won both Domestic and European silverware.
Ronaldo’s well deserved accolade completed a decade old rivalry between him and Messi, with both having won the award five times apiece.
It was reported by the Mirror that the 32-year-old winger, after his grand triumph, singled out his former club, Manchester United, and “pinpointed the experience of mixing with the likes of Ryan Giggs and Roy Keane as the moment his belief skyrocketed”.
Ronaldo said, “Since I was 14, 15 or 16 years old I knew that I was different from other kids. I did different things. I realized that I was good at Manchester United, when I played with players like Giggs, Keane or Ferdinand. I had talent.
“The English mentality is different and those people helped me a lot to be what I am now. I have to thank my colleagues in Manchester. ”
CR7 also talked about Lionel Messi and stated that he “hoped” their battle continues for a few more years.
“I hope to play at this level for a few more years, I hope the battle with Messi continues, things happen for a reason,” he added.
“I feel good this season and we’ll see what we win at the end of the year. I’m happy at Madrid, I want to stay there, I would like to finish my career at Madrid if possible.”
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Thursday, December 7, 2017
It's official: David O'Leary's penalty at Italia '90 has been voted Ireland's Greatest Sporting Moment
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It's official: David O'Leary's penalty at Italia '90 has been voted Ireland's Greatest Sporting Moment
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Man City fans think Brahim Diaz could be the next Lionel Messi
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Manchester City starlet Brahim Diaz was compared with Lionel Messi following his promising display against Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League.
Cristiano Ronaldo Winning Ballon d'Or Good For Real Madrid Believes Nacho
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Nacho Fernandez hopes Cristiano Ronaldo wins a fifth Ballon d'Or on Thursday as the impact will be positive for all at Real Madrid.
Shakhtar boss keeps promise and dresses as Zorro after side defy odds in Champions League
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Paulo Fonseca was true to his word after he saw his men beat Man City.
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Born same year as Defoe's first goal - Foden sets Champions League record
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Born same year as Defoe's first goal - Foden sets Champions League record
Manchester City's Phil Foden becomes the youngest Englishman to start a Champions League game.
'Years ago my body didn't feel it but now it starts to feel the strain'
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Lionel Messi believes that rest is vital at this stage of his career.
Moyes targeting players with Premier League experience
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Moyes targeting players with Premier League experience
West Ham boss David Moyes is set to pursue players with Premier League experience when he seeks to boost his squad in January.
Tuesday, December 5, 2017
Twins Class Explained, Part III: What's Approved?
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Real Madrid’s Letter To Duncan Watmore Proves Why Football Is A Beautiful Game
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Real Madrid’s Letter To Duncan Watmore Proves Why Football Is A Beautiful Game
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English U21 International Duncan Watmore’s anterior cruciate ligament injury seems to be an everlasting one as it will keep him out of play for the rest of the season.
The Man Utd academy player suffered a similar injury last season in December while playing against Leicester City in the Premier League. Sadly, he could play only six competitive games before suffering the same injury again.
Chris Coleman, Sunderland manager, expressed his grief in an interview: “This season probably won’t happen for him. Life is frustrating sometimes as he’s desperate to play football and desperate to play for Sunderland.”
“He had surgery today so it’s as we feared and it’ll be another long one for him, but forget me and forget us, he’s a young man with a real good career ahead of him and he’s a good guy who loves his football. He’ll be devastated and we have to take care of him, however long it takes, and he’ll be back I’m sure about that”, the boss further added.
The 23-year-old Sunderland forward received a much-needed boost for his recovery last evening when La Liga giants Real Madrid wrote a letter wishing him a speedy recuperation.
Duncan went to rehab today to find this letter waiting for him. How classy is that from @realmadrid? I now hope they win the Champions League again! pic.twitter.com/0D4rLIw5Wc
— Ian Watmore (@ianwatmore) December 5, 2017
His father, Ian Watmore, shared the picture of the letter sent by the Los Blancos on social media and the polite gesture has made a million football fans happy and proud.
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Zinedine Zidane urges fans to stick by faltering Real Madrid
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Zinedine Zidane urges fans to stick by faltering Real Madrid
Madrid have had to settle for the runners-up spot behind Group H winners Tottenham while their domestic form has been patchy
MLS club joins the race to sign coveted Dundalk star McEleney
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Monday, December 4, 2017
Another season like 2017 "unacceptable" for Lorenzo
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Pep Guardiola faces no action over Nathan Redmond confrontation but 'reminded of responsibilities'
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Pep Guardiola faces no action over Nathan Redmond confrontation but 'reminded of responsibilities'
Guardiola on Friday conceded he should not have approached Redmond in the way he did after last week's win over Southampton
Manchester United’s Transfer Budget For January Window Revealed
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Manchester United’s Transfer Budget For January Window Revealed
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When it comes to transfer windows, more and more often it appears that clubs are more inclined towards proving their financial prowess rather than making smart and economical bargains.
As a result, we have windows filled with underrated players going for insanely high sums, and European powerhouses willingly splashing the cash for these individuals.
Now, the amount that Manchester United will be given to invest in the upcoming winter window has been revealed, and it will be one that will raise several eyebrows.
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According to The Sun, Ed Woodward has assigned £80 million for Jose Mourinho to spend in an effort to better the club’s chances at trumping their neighbors Manchester City to the Premier League title.
The report cited an Old Trafford source to have revealed: “Jose met with some of the clubs top brass including Woodward last week and could have a pretty penny to spend. It sounds like some of the summer budget is being advanced into January.”
It is understood that the positions the Portuguese boss is most eager to fill are those of a left-back, an attacking winger, and a creative no.10 player.
The report also added: “Jose is also looking to get rid of some players. Shaw and Darmian are in the firing line. There’s a few key positions he wants to fill throughout the squad.”
Now, it certainly appears that the Mancunian giants mean business, and will go into the window all guns blazing. However, the stated amount does require some critical thought.
Looking into the inflation that the enormous summer transfers brought into the market, what can United realistically hope to bring for that amount?
Although £80 million would have a couple of years ago brought a minimum of two world-class players, judging by the current trend, United will be lucky to land the likes of Danny Rose and one substandard overhyped youngster for the No.10 role.
However, till the window gets going, one can never fully tell what is the true depth of Mourinho’s war plans.
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Sven Mislintat: Arsenal signed me from Dortmund with 'brutal expectations'
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Sven Mislintat: Arsenal signed me from Dortmund with 'brutal expectations'
Arsenal's new head of recruitment Sven Mislintat has admitted that expectations in him at his new club are "sky high."
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