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[ad_1] Manchester United and Newcastle compete for the first piece of major domestic silverware on Sunday afternoon in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley. The competition has recently been dominated by Manchester City since Pep Guardiola took charge, but their shock defeat at Southampton in the quarter-finals this season meant their monopoly over the League Cup, which has been known by many different sponsor names, wouldn’t continue in 2023. Liverpool lifted the trophy last season after City had won six of the previous eight competitions. The significance of the upcoming final between United and Newcastle can’t be understated given the situations of both clubs. EachRead More →

[ad_1] Graham Potter has been described as a ‘slow burner’ of a coach who will effect change but only after a period of players adjusting to his methods. That was certainly the case at Brighton, although time is a luxury only enjoyed by the mid-table clubs when it comes to the Premier League. Chelsea, meanwhile, seem to regard Potter as their ‘project’ manager. Thomas Tuchel was sacked for allegedly not sharing the vision of owner Todd Boehly, whatever that might have been. A relentless quest to sign every player under the sun to an eight-year contract or something, presumably. The Blues owners are said toRead More →

[ad_1] A group of La Liga clubs have come together to voice their concern towards the ‘Negreira case’ – Barcelona’s past payments to a former referee chief. The ongoing investigation into the club’s financial dealings revealed payments to then vice-president of Spanish football’s Technical Committee of Referees, Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira, between 2016 and 2018, prompting concerns over alleged bribery and bias. With an investigation ongoing, a committee of La Liga clubs have published a statement to voice their concerns over what these payments could mean. A La Liga statement read: “The Delegated Commission of La Liga met today (made up of Atletico de Madrid,Read More →

[ad_1] Leeds United have announced that Javi Gracia has been appointed as their new head coach. The Whites have been looking to replace Jesse Marsch following an unsuccessful season thus far, being dragged back into another relegation battle. 90min first reported on Monday that Gracia was on Leeds’ radar along with former Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez, before revealing on Tuesday morning that he would be unveiled as their new boss. And on Tuesday afternoon, Leeds confirmed the arrival of Gracia. A statement read: “Leeds United are delighted to announce the club have agreed terms with Javi Gracia to become men’s first team head coach, subjectRead More →

[ad_1] Chelsea have confirmed that Cesar Azpilicueta has been discharged from hospital after suffering a concussion in Saturday’s loss at home to Southampton. Azpilicueta was struck by Sekou Mara’s boot when the striker attempted an overhead kick late in the day at Stamford Bridge and spent a lengthy amount of time receiving treatment on the pitch. He managed to wave at fans while being stretchered off to reassure his wellbeing before being transferred directly to hospital. Chelsea have now released a statement regarding Azpilicueta’s injury, explaining: “Following a concussion injury sustained during Saturday’s game against Southampton, Cesar Azpilicueta has been discharged from hospital and isRead More →

[ad_1] The most thrilling period in the footballing calendar began in rather tame fashion last week as the Champions League knockouts got under way. Just five goals were scored in the opening four round of 16 first legs, but the tight nature of each of the ties – barring Club Brugge vs Benfica – means it’s all to play for in the reverse fixtures. The excitement will hopefully be ramped up this time around with fans being treated to a pair of highly-anticipated knockout ties on Tuesday night as last season’s finalists do battle at Anfield and Europe’s hottest outfit travel to a hostile GermanRead More →

[ad_1] Barcelona forward Ansu Fati has discussed his future plans after being heavily linked with a move away from the club. Still only 20 years of age, Fati is widely seen as one of world football’s brightest prospects. He has already scored 25 goals in 91 games in Barça’s first team. The youngster was entrusted to inherit the famous number 10 shirt vacated by Lionel Messi following his 2021 move to Paris Saint-Germain, though has consistently struggled to remain fit. Fati was linked with the likes of Arsenal, Manchester United, Tottenham and Bayern Munich towards the end of the January transfer window, but ended upRead More →

[ad_1] One of the biggest obstacles facing Manchester United in the immediate is how to redevelop Old Trafford to bring the world famous stadium up to the modern standards set by the like of Manchester City, Tottenham and Arsenal in recent years. Old Trafford was previously unrivalled in the Premier League. But while it remains the largest by capacity, the ground first opened in 1910 has fallen into disrepair due to a lack of investment since the last major project began in 2005, at the same as other clubs have spent hugely on stadiums. The south stand, renamed the Sir Bobby Charlton Stand in 2016,Read More →

[ad_1] 90min rounds up the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip circulating around the world… The agent of Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic blocked an £89m move to Manchester United in January. He is in line to leave Serie A in the summer and Real Madrid could beef up their interest. (AS) Neymar is not interested in leaving PSG in the near future with his contract set to run until 2027. The Brazilian forward has been linked with a move to Chelsea in recent weeks. (L’Equipe) Barcelona winger Ansu Fati has attracted interest from the likes of Arsenal, Tottenham and Bayern Munich recently, but the youngster has insistedRead More →

[ad_1] Championship fans were treated to a Monday night spectacle as Watford and West Brom played out a 3-2 thriller at Vicarage Road. Two strikes from Ken Sema – one heavily deflected – alongside Ismaila Sarr’s strike proved too much for the Baggies to overcome. The visitors had drawn level twice during the game through Conor Townsend and Jed Wallace. The clubs have been Premier League regulars over the years but it is Watford who appear the more likely to return to England’s top flight sooner than West Brom at this stage. At the top of the Championship remain Vincent Kompany’s Burnley. The Clarets haven’tRead More →