Phil Jones Reveals He Decided to Leave Man Utd After Just 20 Minutes Under Erik ten Hag Phil Jones recently opened up about his decision to leave Manchester United after just 20 minutes of his first training session under Erik ten Hag. The former defender, who had spent 12 years at the club, admitted that his knee injury and the physical demands of professional football were too much to handle. After struggling to complete a simple warm-up drill during that session, Jones realized he couldn’t continue playing at that level. On the High Performance podcast, Jones revealed that his excitement…
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Frank Lampard Ranks Chelsea’s Top 4 Chances Under Enzo Maresca, Arsenal and Liverpool as Man City’s Main Rivals Frank Lampard has expressed his admiration for Enzo Maresca’s strong start at Chelsea, suggesting that the club is now in a “good position” to compete for a top-four spot in the Premier League. After several years of upheaval at Chelsea, including managerial changes and an overhaul of the squad, Lampard is optimistic about the club’s future under Maresca’s leadership. Chelsea’s recent struggles saw them finish sixth under Mauricio Pochettino last season and 12th in the 2022/23 campaign. However, a sense of optimism…
Chelsea’s Nightmare Fixture Run After Carabao Cup Draw: Seven Games in 22 Days Chelsea are bracing for a challenging seven-match run after the October international break, a stretch that could significantly define their season. After Newcastle United secured their place in the Carabao Cup fourth round, Chelsea now face the prospect of playing Eddie Howe’s side twice within three days, adding to an already intense fixture list. Here’s a breakdown of Chelsea’s tough run of fixtures: With key matches against title contenders and European competitions, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca will need to manage the squad carefully to navigate this demanding…
Man City & Man United Face Major Transfer Shake-Up as FIFA’s System Set for Overhaul Amid Diarra Case Verdict A major overhaul in football’s transfer system could be imminent, as FIFA braces for a crucial ruling from the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) regarding the case of former Arsenal and Chelsea player Lassana Diarra. The case stems from a dispute between Diarra and Lokomotiv Moscow over contract breaches, which resulted in FIFA imposing a ban on the player and a hefty compensation demand. Diarra’s legal team has challenged the legitimacy of FIFA’s regulations, arguing that the current…
Arsenal’s Champions League Fixtures: Key Tests Against Inter Milan, Sporting CP & Shakhtar Donetsk Arsenal’s next few fixtures in the Champions League are set to challenge their depth and resilience as they look to progress in the new-look league stage. Having just defeated Paris Saint-Germain 2-0 at the Emirates, the Gunners sit eighth in the table. Here’s how their upcoming games compare to those of the other competition favorites like Real Madrid, Liverpool, Barcelona, and Manchester City: Arsenal’s Next Fixtures: Other Contenders’ Upcoming Matches: Manchester City: City have a relatively straightforward schedule before facing Sporting away. Their biggest test will…
Mikel Arteta Reflects on Special PSG Connection Ahead of Champions League Clash Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is set to face Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) on Tuesday night at the Emirates Stadium in the UEFA Champions League, marking a reunion with his former club from his playing days. Arteta spent the 2001-02 season on loan at PSG from FC Barcelona, where he made 53 appearances, scoring five goals and providing five assists. Reflecting on his time in Paris, Arteta recalled the star-studded team he played with, which featured legends like Ronaldinho, Jay-Jay Okocha, and Mauricio Pochettino. “It’s very special for me, mainly…
Graham Potter Reflects on Chelsea Tenure: ‘Naive’ to Expect Culture Change Under New Ownership Graham Potter has reflected on his time as Chelsea manager, acknowledging that he was naive in thinking the club’s new ownership would bring about a cultural shift after the departure of Roman Abramovich. He became the first manager appointed by the new owners, Todd Boehly and his team, following Abramovich’s long tenure marked by a high turnover of managers. Potter had previously enjoyed success at Brighton and believed that the new management would adopt a different approach. However, he quickly realized that the club’s demands for…
Manchester United Players Expect Erik ten Hag Sacking Amidst Growing Concerns After Tottenham Defeat According to a recent report, senior members of Manchester United’s squad believe that Erik ten Hag could be sacked in the coming weeks following a dismal performance against Tottenham. The team’s 3-0 defeat marked their second consecutive loss by the same scoreline at Old Trafford, prompting speculation about Ten Hag’s future. With the next international break starting on October 7, Ten Hag is under pressure to secure positive results against FC Porto and Aston Villa in the coming days. Despite some support from the players, many…
Arsenal Predicted XI vs PSG: Injury Boost for Mikel Arteta as Calafiori Set to Start Arsenal is gearing up to face Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Emirates, with manager Mikel Arteta benefiting from a nearly fully fit squad as Riccardo Calafiori has overcome his injury concerns. Following a dramatic late win against Leicester, where they scored twice in injury time, the Gunners are feeling confident heading into this crucial Champions League match. Calafiori played the entire match against Leicester but picked up a knock, raising doubts about his availability. However, he is expected to start against PSG. The only significant…
Mikel Arteta Confirms Double Injury Boost Before Arsenal vs PSG as Ousmane Dembele Dropped Mikel Arteta has confirmed a double injury boost for Arsenal ahead of their Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Both summer signings, Mikel Merino and Riccardo Calafiori, are back in training. Arsenal has received a boost with the return of Mikel Merino to training, while Riccardo Calafiori has also overcome injury concerns. The Gunners are set to face Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) on Tuesday night in their second Champions League match of the season. Calafiori had initially worried fans after appearing to injure himself while celebrating…
Levi Colwill Praises Cole Palmer’s Scary Potential and Thanks Enzo Maresca for Chelsea Success Levi Colwill has expressed admiration for Cole Palmer, predicting that the Chelsea forward has the potential to reach even higher levels despite his impressive start in West London. Palmer, who joined Chelsea from Manchester City in 2023, had an outstanding debut season, scoring 25 goals and providing 15 assists in 45 appearances. He also made it into the England squad, where he scored in the Euro 2024 final against Spain. Palmer has carried this form into the new season, scoring six goals and providing four assists…
Gary Neville Reveals Major Dressing Room Issues at Man Utd After Christian Eriksen’s Alarming Admission Gary Neville has expressed concerns about Manchester United’s dressing room environment after Christian Eriksen’s candid remarks following a disappointing draw against Twente in the Europa League. Eriksen indicated that the team lacked desire and intensity compared to their opponents, a worrying admission from such a senior player. Neville, reflecting on Eriksen’s comments and Manchester United’s subsequent poor performance in their defeat to Tottenham, suggested that deeper issues may be at play within the squad. He highlighted that when a seasoned professional like Eriksen openly admits…
Simone Inzaghi Emerges as Top Contender to Replace Erik ten Hag as Manchester United Boss Amid Poor Run Manchester United are reportedly considering Simone Inzaghi as a potential replacement for Erik ten Hag if the Dutch manager’s struggles continue. Following a crushing 3-0 defeat to Tottenham, Ten Hag’s future is in doubt, especially as United have only won two of their last seven matches across all competitions and sit 12th in the Premier League. While Ten Hag was given a contract extension earlier this year, co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly contemplating a change, consulting with fellow owners the Glazers,…
PSG’s Luis Enrique Hails Arsenal as One of Europe’s Best Ahead of Champions League Showdown with Mikel Arteta Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has expressed his admiration for Arsenal ahead of their upcoming Champions League match, calling them “one of the best teams in Europe.” Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Enrique praised Arsenal’s style of play, both with and without the ball, noting that they have a “real identity” and are among the best teams in the world defensively. He also compared PSG’s style to Arsenal’s, highlighting similarities but acknowledging key differences. Enrique, who briefly played alongside Mikel Arteta…
Enzo Fernandez Transfer Vindicated: Chelsea Star’s Crucial Role Highlighted After Brighton Victory Enzo Fernández’s growing importance to Chelsea was once again highlighted after their 4-2 victory over Brighton. While Cole Palmer grabbed headlines with four first-half goals, Fernández also played a pivotal role in the team’s performance. The 23-year-old midfielder has been a mainstay under Enzo Maresca this season, starting all five Premier League games for which he’s been available, missing only the win over Bournemouth due to illness. His impact goes beyond goals and assists, although he did register one assist in the Europa Conference League qualifier against Servette.…
Bukayo Saka is on the Verge of Premier League History Against Leicester City Bukayo Saka has been instrumental for Arsenal at the start of the season, and this weekend’s match against Leicester presents him with a unique opportunity to make Premier League history. So far, Saka has started all five of Arsenal’s league games, contributing an impressive assist in each match. His assist for Gabriel’s header against Manchester City last weekend made him only the second player in Premier League history to achieve five assists in the first five games, a feat previously accomplished by Arsenal legend Thierry Henry. With…
Chelsea Pursue Teen Sensation Francis Onyeka as Transfer Interest Heats Up Chelsea, under head coach Enzo Maresca, are reportedly showing renewed interest in Bayer Leverkusen’s 17-year-old prodigy, Francis Onyeka. The teenager has been making waves in Leverkusen’s youth system, scoring eight goals and providing one assist in 24 matches for their U-19 side. Despite not yet debuting for the first team, his performances have drawn the attention of several top clubs, including Chelsea and Tottenham. Maresca, who is said to be a big admirer of Onyeka, had his scouts monitor the player even during his time at Leicester City. The…
Man Utd Set to Quadruple Kobbie Mainoo Wages as New Contract Talks Begin Kobbie Mainoo has been a rare bright spot for Manchester United recently, emerging as one of the most exciting young midfield talents in Europe. The 19-year-old has become a regular starter under Erik ten Hag, impressing with his performances and earning a call-up to Gareth Southgate’s England squad for the upcoming Euros. In light of his rapid rise, United are reportedly preparing to offer Mainoo a new contract with significantly improved terms. According to reports from Sky Sports and Fabrizio Romano, the club is eager to secure…
Erik ten Hag Defies Solskjaer Advice on McTominay and Maguire Amid Man Utd Struggles Erik ten Hag has reportedly disregarded the advice of his predecessor Ole Gunnar Solskjaer regarding the roles of Scott McTominay and Harry Maguire at Manchester United. Both players were key figures under Solskjaer, with Maguire even being made captain during his tenure. However, under Ten Hag, McTominay was sold to Napoli this summer, and Maguire was stripped of the captaincy, finding himself largely out of the Dutch manager’s plans. Despite Ten Hag’s changes, Solskjaer had previously praised both players for their professionalism and leadership qualities. In…
Kovacic Praises Chelsea Despite Premier League Success with Manchester City Mateo Kovacic has quickly become a significant player for Manchester City since his summer move from Chelsea. With six appearances in City’s eight games so far this season, the Croatian midfielder has seamlessly integrated into Pep Guardiola’s squad. Kovacic, who arrived at the Etihad for £25 million, made an immediate impact, particularly with his performance against his former club, Chelsea, in City’s 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge. Reflecting on his time at Chelsea, Kovacic expressed deep appreciation for the club that he spent five years with, winning four European titles.…