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Manchester United forward Wout Weghorst has provided further explanation as to why he touched Liverpool’s famous ‘This Is Anfield’ sign prior to last week’s 7-0 thrashing. The Red Devils suffered their worst ever Premier League defeat at the hands of their biggest rivals on a humiliating day on Merseyside. Finger-pointing was rife among fans and pundits post-match and when footage emerged of Weghorst tapping Anfield’s historic signpost, United supporters were understandably unhappy. The Dutchman explained in a post on social media that he was trying to wind up Netherlands teammate and Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk, who touches the sign before every home game. READRead More →

Karim Benzema’s public war with Didier Deschamps has continued after the France boss insisted it was the striker’s call to leave their 2022 FIFA World Cup squad early. The Real Madrid star headed to Qatar as the reigning Ballon d’Or holder, but was a doubt for to prominently feature at the tournament due to a series of injuries to his muscles and hip. Shortly prior to France’s World Cup opener, it was announced that Benzema would have to completely withdraw from the squad as he would not be able to return to fitness in time. He received a silver medal as he was not officiallyRead More →

90min rounds up the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip circulating around the world… Kylian Mbappe informed Real Madrid last summer that he regretted signing a new contract at PSG and would like Los Blancos to make another bid to sign him. (Marca) Mbappe, along with Richarlison and Goncalo Ramos, are on Real Madrid‘s shortlist of long-term successors to Karim Benzema. (Mundo Deportivo) Richarlison is currently in a war of words with Tottenham head coach Antonio Conte, and after admitting he’s had a ‘s**t’ debut season in north London, he could be handed an exit route by Juventus. (Calciomercato) Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United are all keepingRead More →

Cristiano Ronaldo was the centre of attention during Al Nassr’s 1-0 loss to Al Ittihad in their Saudi Pro League title showdown. Al Nassr looked to be holding on to claim a 0-0 draw at the home of their title rivals, but a late goal from Romarinho saw Al Ittihad – managed by former Tottenham and Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo – take the points to usurp them at the top of the table. Ronaldo has scored eight goals in seven Saudi Pro League games since making his move to the Middle East this winter, and while clips of his goals have gone viral, soRead More →

The BBC have announced that Match of the Day will go ahead as planned on Saturday evening but without studio punditry after host Gary Lineker was forced to temporarily step back from his role. Lineker recently criticised the government’s use of language when describing their new asylum policy, comparing it to “that used by Germany in the 30s”. Though the situation appeared to be resolved earlier this week, the BBC announced on Friday afternoon that Lineker would be ‘stepping away’ from his duties while they sought a resolution to his use of social media. However, Sky News then reported that Lineker did not consent toRead More →

Brentford will not allow David Raya to leave the club this summer if they do not receive an acceptable offer for him and are prepared to let him walk away for free in 2024, sources have told 90min. Raya, whose contract at the Gtech Community Stadium expires at the end of next season, recently revealed he has turned down two fresh offers of a new deal from the Bees, citing ambitions to compete for titles and play in Europe. The Spain international has developed into one of the Premier League’s best goalkeepers since Brentford achieved promotion to the top flight in 2021. His progress hasRead More →

Nottingham Forest midfielder Lewis O’Brien will join Major League Soccer’s D.C. United on loan for the remainder of the 2023 campaign. Sources close to 90min confirm that the two parties have already agreed to terms for the loan spell, after head coach Wayne Rooney convinced O’Brien of the project at D.C. United. The player’s future was initially at risk, after failing to secure a transfer to Championship high-fliers Blackburn Rovers during deadline day. Director of football Gregg Broughton revealed Rovers experienced “internal and external” reasons that led to late submission, and the club appealed the decision in the hope of the move being ratified. ButRead More →

Barcelona will look to increase their lead at the top of La Liga on Sunday night when they visit Bilbao to face Athletic Club. Barca are back in form following victories over Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey and Valencia in league action. Athletic have struggled in recent weeks, sitting ninth, and have only beaten Barca in one of their last 18 La Liga games. Here’s what you need to know ahead on Sunday night’s fixture. Athletic Club vs Barcelona H2H Results (Last Five Games) Current Form (Last Five Games) Country Television Channel/Live Stream United Kingdom Viaplay Sports 1, Viaplay UK, LaLigaTV United StatesRead More →

Chelsea manager Graham Potter has confirmed that right-back Reece James will miss Saturday’s trip to Leicester through illness. James has only just returned from a knee injury and his rediscovery of his best form has coincided with Chelsea recording consecutive victories for the first time since October. Unfortunately, Potter confirmed that James is back on the sidelines for a little while. “Reece has been ill so hasn’t trained today,” Potter told his pre-match press conference on Friday. “He won’t make the game tomorrow.” READ NEXT Asked for further team updates, Potter continued: “Raheem [Sterling] has had a little feeling in his hamstring, tightness if anything,Read More →

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has confessed he ‘cannot ignore’ David de Gea’s struggles with the ball at his feet. De Gea lost his place in the Spanish national team after manager Luis Enrique decided he was not strong enough in possession and those weaknesses were on full show in Thursday’s 4-1 victory over Real B*tis. It’s something that United and Ten Hag have long been wary of. 90min understands a new goalkeeper could be signed in 2023, with Porto’s Diogo Costa regularly watched by scouts. Asked about De Gea’s struggles against B*tis, Ten Hag conceded: “From [the game], I can’t ignore it, butRead More →