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There is never a dull match date in MLS. Week seven brought us some exciting matches, where attacking excellence was on display. LAFC, the Seattle Sounders, and the Houston Dynamo, in particular, played games that were pleasing to the eye as a neutral.  Each match was filled to the brim with goals, controversy, and tactical nuance that – oftentimes, some people miss when watching a league a physical as MLS. That said, here are three games from match date three that are worth taking a closer look… The Seattle Sounders brought St. Louis back to reality with a 3-0 win at home. / Joe Nicholson-USARead More →

Many expected Manchester City to waltz to their third consecutive Premier League title this season, but a surprise contender from north London has threatened the Citizens’ domestic supremacy. While Pep Guardiola’s side are now starting to find their very best form, 2022/23 has been all about Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal. After missing out on Champions League football last season, the Gunners recruited well in the summer and further evolved under their exciting new manager to rise to the very top of the Premier League table. They’ve led the way for most of the campaign, but their status at the summit is under threat. Dropped points atRead More →

90min rounds up the latest PSG transfer news, rumours and gossip circulating around the world… Any prospective bids for Paris Saint-Germain‘s prized asset Kylian Mbappe are set to be dismissed for the remainder of his contract, which runs to 2024. (Sport) Mbappe is just one of seven PSG players judged to be non-transferable by the club’s hierarchy, topping a list which also includes Gianluigi Donnarumma, Nuno Mendes, Achraf Hakimi, Danilo Pereira, Marco Verratti and Marquinhos. (Le Parisien) Lionel Messi‘s current deal expires this summer and Inter have emerged as surprise contenders to snap up the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner on a free transfer. (CalcioMercato) Saudi Pro LeagueRead More →

Jurgen Klopp has revealed that Trent Alexander-Arnold’s role as an inverted full-back, most famously executed by Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, was intended to give Liverpool a ‘double six’ when in possession against Arsenal. Alexander-Arnold has long been known for his ability on the ball and was often seen pushing into the centre of midfield for the visit of Arsenal instead of holding his usual wide position. Klopp explained that it gave Liverpool ‘different opportunities’ in the game that eventually finished 2-2 thanks to a late Roberto Firmino equaliser. The Reds might even have taken more from the game but for Mohamed Salah penalty miss andRead More →

Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta has revealed how Thomas Tuchel’s reenergising of the club’s changing room played a huge part in their shock Champions League success in 2021. Tuchel succeeded Frank Lampard as Chelsea boss in January 2021 and less than five months later was celebrating victory in European club’s football primary competition, after beating Manchester City in the Champions League final. Chelsea were a lowly ninth in the Premier League table when Tuchel took over, and although they had progressed through to the knockout stages of the Champions League, the Blues had offered little to suggest they were capable of making it to the latterRead More →

Palmeiras manager Abel Ferreira has called out Manchester United’s Erik ten Hag over his scheduling complaints, insisting the Dutchman does not know the meaning of being overloaded. Marcus Rashford limped off injured during the recent 2-0 win over Everton, after which Ten Hag blamed United’s hectic schedule for the issue and challenged the Premier League to make a change. That was United’s third game in just six days, but Ten Hag found no sympathy from Ferreira who, despite watching his side win the Campeonato Paulista, was in no mood to humour the United man’s concerns. “Football here has some fantastic qualities, but there are othersRead More →

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti says he intends to ‘respect’ his contract at the club, amid continued speculation that he could become Brazil’s new boss. The veteran Italian also moved to deny suggestions that his assistant and son, Davide, will be departing the Bernabeu in the near future. The senior Ancelotti has been the subject of intense speculation, with officials from the Brazilian FA making it abundantly clear that they are keen to hire him at the end of the season, but he has always brushed off the rumours. As 90min reported recently, Ancelotti is keen to remain in Madrid but has not yet receivedRead More →

Gameweek 30 could be the one we look back on when this season comes to an end. There were some massive moments at both ends of the table which could end up deciding the final look of the Premier League table, and as always, the goals didn’t disappoint either. Here are the best strikes from gameweek 30. Breaking the deadlock in style 🔥@McTominay10 x @RemingtonUK#MUFC || #MUNEVE — Manchester United (@ManUtd) April 8, 2023 The goalscoring phenom that is Scott McTominay was back at it again this weekend. A smart run from the Scot, who flashed real composure to fire Man Utd ahead against Everton.Read More →

Manchester United captain Harry Maguire insists he has done himself ‘justice’ with his performances this season, but is adamant that he won’t be satisfied until he plays every game. From being one of the first names on the teamsheet under former manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Maguire has unceremoniously tumbled down the pecking order at Old Trafford this season – Erik ten Hag has preferred a Lisandro Martinez-Raphael Varane partnership and will also often turn to Victor Lindelof from the bench if he wants an extra layer of defensive protection. Maguire was dropped in the wake of the humiliating 4-0 defeat to Brentford back in AugustRead More →

Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) have confirmed they have opened an investigation into an incident involving Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson and one of the assistant referees from Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal. After the half-time whistle was blown, Robertson went to confront official Constantine Hatzidakis, who brushed off the Scot and appeared to catch him in the face. Robertson and Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson furiously reported the incident to lead referee Paul Tierney but their heated protests resulted in a yellow card for the left-back. Now, PGMOL have confirmed they will look into the incident. “PGMOL is aware of an incident involving assistant refereeRead More →