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[ad_1] Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has insisted that his side have never been the favourites to win the Premier League title after their 3-1 defeat to Manchester City saw them slip off the top of the table. The Gunners had been comfortably ahead but a stumbling run of three games without a win – and four in all competitions – has opened the door to City, although Arsenal do still have a game in hand and remain in control of their own destiny. A win over Aston Villa in Saturday’s early kick-off would see Arsenal return to top spot, perhaps only temporarily as City travelRead More →

[ad_1] Paris Saint-Germain’s next step to break out from their mini crisis will see them host Lille on Sunday. Three straight defeats across all competitions have ramped the pressure up on everyone at Parc des Princes and Christophe Galtier’s side could do with building up some momentum ahead of a massive return meeting with Bayern Munich next month. Before then, however, PSG will have to take on Lille, who are on the cusp of challenging for a Champions League spot. Here’s all you need to know about this one. PSG vs Lille H2H Results Current Form (Last Five Games) Country Television Channel/Live Stream United KingdomRead More →

[ad_1] Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad bin Jaber Al Thani has confirmed he has lodged a bid to buy Manchester United. Al Thani, chairman of one of Qatar’s biggest banks, has long been expected to lodge a bid for United and has now spoken publicly to confirm his bid. “Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani today confirmed his submission of a bid for 100 per cent of Manchester United Football Club,” a statement read. “The bid plans to return the Club to its former glories both on and off the pitch, and – above all – will seek to place the fans at the heart ofRead More →

[ad_1] Sheffield United forward Billy Sharp has been charged by the Football Association for his comments regarding the refereeing of the recent FA Cup meeting with Wrexham. After the game, in which Sharp scored to help secure a 3-1 victory for the Championship side, the veteran striker didn’t hold back in his criticism of the conduct of Wrexham’s squad and even hit out at the referee of the tie. “They are doing well in their league and we are doing well in ours, but I wasn’t happy with a few of their players there,” Sharp told ITV. “The way they’ve been as a club beforeRead More →

[ad_1] DC United head into 2023 looking for vast improvements on the last few miserable years. The Black and Red have failed to qualify for the MLS Cup Playoffs in each of their last three seasons and even finished bottom of the overall standings in 2022, taking just 27 points from 34 games. However, head coach Wayne Rooney has now had plenty of time to get to grips with his roster, making some key additions he’ll hope will quickly turn their fortunes around. Nevertheless, plenty of hard work still remains. So, here’s everything you need to know about DC United ahead of the new MLS season, includingRead More →

[ad_1] Newcastle United’s season is stuttering slightly after a worrying number of draws in the Premier League and some fans may be concerned Champions League qualification is going to slip away. Those fears would be quickly swept aside if they can get all three points against Liverpool at home on Saturday evening, but they are without plenty of players and there are others that are trying to recover soon enough from injury. Here is the side Eddie Howe may call upon this weekend to ensure Newcastle get back to winning ways after three Premier League draws in a row and four in the last five.Read More →

[ad_1] Pep Guardiola has warned Manchester City not to read too much into their newfound status as Premier League leaders, admitting the team “must be better” if they are to compete for major silverware this season. Wednesday’s 3-1 victory over previous leaders Arsenal saw City climb up into first thanks to their superior goal difference, although the Gunners still have a game in hand and remain in the driver’s seat in the title race. Instead of getting carried away at the top of the table, Guardiola challenged City to start putting together a win streak and create some much-needed momentum. “Arsenal have one game inRead More →

[ad_1] Columbus Crew are pushing for a return to the MLS Cup Playoffs in 2023. With Wilfried Nancy arriving from CF Montreal to replace Caleb Porter on the sidelines, and a number of longtime players leaving – including Pedro Santos, Artur, and Jonathan Mensah – we’re set to see a very different team take to the field on February 25. The Crew have missed out on the Playoffs in three of the last four seasons though, of course, they did go all the way in 2020. Even so, they’ll be keen to improve on that record and re-establish themselves among the MLS elite. So, here’sRead More →

[ad_1] A football fan has admitted attacking Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale at the conclusion of the north London derby at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last month. Joseph Watts, 35, from Dalston, Hackney, appeared at Uxbridge Magistrates’ Court where he pleaded guilty to assault by beating. Ramsdale was kicked in the back following his side’s 2-0 win at Spurs in mid-January, having made a number of pivotal saves to keep his side’s healthy lead in tact. The court heard the England international was celebrating Arsenal’s victory and gathering his possessions before the attack. Tottenham supporter Watts ran towards the pitch, climbed on an advertising banner, kicked RamsdaleRead More →

[ad_1] Chelsea have confirmed January signing Malo Gusto will stay with the club for the next few months to recover from a hamstring injury. Gusto joined the Blues late in the winter window and was sent back to Lyon on loan. The 19-year-old has been a regular at right back for the Ligue 1 outfit but suffered the knock in just his second game after signing for Chelsea. A statement reads: “Malo Gusto is to spend time at Cobham rehabilitating from an injury. “The right-back, who signed for Chelsea in January, returned on loan to his previous club Lyon but having now been ruled outRead More →