Football Blog (Page 134)

[ad_1] The FA Cup is perhaps not quite what is was, but it is still be most beloved domestic club cup competition in the world. Third round day is an especially unique day in the football calendar as all 20 Premier League teams enter the competition, and clubs from the top to the bottom of the English league system are pitted against each other. For viewers in Canada, the competition is also very accessible these days, so no one should be short of an FA Cup match to watch this weekend. Here is how those in Canada can watch the upcoming FA Cup ties. TheRead More →

[ad_1] Mikel Arteta has called on Arsenal to be ‘realistic’ about the club’s title ambitions this season ahead of Premier League clash with Newcastle United on Tuesday. The Gunners going into the game against high-flying Newcastle with a whopping seven point lead over Manchester City at the top of the league table having won their last five on the bounce. Despite the comfortable lead atop of the Premier League standings, speaking to the press ahead of the clash with Newcastle, Arteta was quick temper expectations regarding a potential title challenge. “It is not about trying to stop anybody [getting excited], it’s about being realistic aboutRead More →

[ad_1] Erik ten Hag has provided an update on Man Utd potentially recalling Amad Diallo from his current loan at Sunderland. Amad has been in exceptional form in the Championship this season, scoring six goals for Sunderland and propelling the Black Cats into surprising play-off contention. Due to this form, the 20-year-old has been widely linked with a potential recall by Manchester United during the January window to add some much needed depth into the forward line. When asked about the option to recall Amad early, Red Devils manager Ten Hag told the press: “We consider everything. As long as it’s strengthening the squad. “ButRead More →

[ad_1] Chelsea are on the verge of reaching an agreement with Benfica over the signing of Enzo Fernandez, sources have told 90min. The midfielder was one of the breakout stars of the 2022 World Cup, taking home the Young Player Award as Argentina claimed their third title at the expense of France. Interest in Fernandez’s services has become widespread, and while Liverpool and Manchester United were most heavily linked with him at one point, Chelsea are in pole position and a deal is expected to be wrapped up shortly. Sources close to the deal have told 90min that there is a belief Benfica, who initiallyRead More →

[ad_1] 90min rounds up the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip circulating around the world… Cristiano Ronaldo‘s contract with Saudi side Al Nassr contains a clause which would allow him to join Newcastle United on loan should they qualify for the Champions League. The Magpies currently sit third in the Premier League table. (Marca) Liverpool are ready to make another approach to Matheus Nunes after failing to sign him from Sporting CP last summer. The Reds are hoping to reach a £44m agreement with his new club Wolves. (Daily Telegraph) Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United are unwilling to meet Atletico Madrid’s demands to pay a £10m feeRead More →

[ad_1] From Gtech Community Stadium – Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has hit out at referee Stuart Atwell’s decision to allow Bryan Mbeumo’s goal in the Reds’ 3-1 loss at Brentford on Monday, while he also stated that the Bees know how to ‘stretch the rules’. An own goal from Ibrahima Konate and a header from Yoane Wissa saw Brentford go 2-0 up, before Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain pulled one back just after half-time. Despite Liverpool’s 73% possession, they were unable to carve the hosts open, and Mbeumo sealed the win on the counter in the final five minutes. However, the Reds were furious that this goal wasRead More →

[ad_1] From Gtech Community Stadium – Liverpool’s hopes of finishing in the Premier League’s top four were dealt a blow with a 3-1 loss at Brentford on Monday evening. The Reds deservedly leave west London without the points, an apt punishment for their lazy and rogue defending throughout. It’s been the story of their season. According to Opta, they’ve given up 51 big chances this campaign, up to twice as many as the five teams above them in the table. Liverpool weren’t always this way, and it’s revisionist history to suggest so. While they were indeed fragile defensively in Jurgen Klopp’s early years, the arrivalRead More →

[ad_1] Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti that admitted that the door is open with no hard feelings for any fringe players that wish to the leave the club in the January transfer window. Ancelotti has favoured a relatively settled side so far this season, with 11 members of the squad getting over 1,200 minutes in all competitions. But there are also a handful of big names who have had 500 minutes or less and could be forgiven for growing frustrated. The boss recently explained that new signings in January are not to be expected. But when it comes to potential outgoings, Real are open toRead More →

[ad_1] Arsenal have made another offer to Shakhtar Donetsk for Ukraine winger Mykhaylo Mudryk, sources have told 90min. The Gunners are intent on signing the 21-year-old as Mikel Arteta soughts to add depth and quality to an already fruitful frontline this season. 90min recently reported that Arsenal had made an opening offer of roughly €60m for Mudryk, but this was rejected by Shakhtar. Arsenal have now upped that offer by a further €10m, but this is still short of Shakhtar’s €90m asking price – a value in-part determined by Antony’s move from Ajax to Manchester United for a similar fee. While the Gunners are confidentRead More →

[ad_1] Manchester City could find themselves ten points behind surprise Premier League leaders Arsenal by the time their next Premier League clash rolls around. The Gunners have a big opportunity to extend their lead at the top when they take on the albeit impressive Newcastle at the Emirates on Tuesday night, while City travel to Chelsea on Thursday ahead of a weekend of FA Cup fixtures. The Citzyens have plenty of work to during the second half of the season if they’re to win yet another Premier League title after they once again dropped points at home on the weekend. Pep Guardiola has had plentyRead More →