The Champions League duel between Barcelona and Bayern Munich, played on Wednesday at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, bore huge significance for both teams due to the fact that they both had grounds to make up after suffering relatively surprising defeats at the hands of AS Monaco and Aston Villa, respectively. Another loss would’ve arguably raised concerns about round-of-16 qualification …
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One spot, three players – Barcelona coach faces major selection dilemma ahead of El Clasico
After securing a statement victory over Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League last night, Hansi Flick’s Barcelona will now look to repeat the feat when they face off against arch-rivals Real Madrid this week. Indeed, the German tactician will face his first official El Clasico on Saturday when Real Madrid host Barça in a monumental top-of-the-table La Liga clash. …
Read More »Jose Mourinho had words with Man United’s Andre Onana at halftime
Jose Mourinho chats with Man United star Andre Onana. (Pictures by TNT Sports) Man United remain winless in Europe this season after drawing 1-1 with Fenerbahce in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday night and a big part of that result was the performance of Andre Onana, who impressed Jose Mourinho. With Man United holding a 1-0 lead towards the …
Read More »Marcus Thuram reveals who his dad will support when Juventus faces Inter Milan
Lilian Thuram is set to experience a unique and emotional moment this Sunday when Juventus faces Inter Milan in the highly anticipated Derby d’Italia. As a former Juventus player, Lilian finds himself in the difficult position of having to choose between supporting his two sons, Marcus and Khephren, who represent opposing clubs in this significant match-up. Marcus Thuram plays for …
Read More »Jose Mourinho sees red as Fenerbahce and United play out draw
Fenerbahçe’s coach Jose Mourinho was sent off against his former club Manchester United on Thursday. The 1-1 draw meant the Red Devils tied all their first three Europa League games. Underwhelming United ahead at the break As expected, Mourinho picked Manchester United’s former players Fred and Sofyan Amrabat in the middle of the park. Youssef En-Nesyri, a two-time Europa League …
Read More »Wayne Gretzky Backing Alex Ovechkin To Break His Goal Record
Alex Ovechkin is closing in on Wayne Gretzky’s goal record in the NHL and says that the ice hockey legend is backing him to overtake his scoring record soon. Alex Ovechkin Closing In On NHL Goal Record Wayne Gretzky currently holds the record for most goals scored in the history of the NHL, but Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is closing …
Read More »Spurs maintain perfect start in Europe
Tottenham took themselves to the top of the Europa League standings after beating AZ Alkmaar 1-0 in North London. It was a very uninspiring first half for the hosts, who waited until after the break to kick into gear. Young Mikey Moore looked sharp on the wing, and Spurs had their moment when James Maddison won his side a penalty. …
Read More »Andre Onana causes Jose Mourinho to lose his mind on the sidelines
Andre Onana produces brilliant reaction from Jose Mourinho (Pictures by TNT Sports) Andre Onana was the main reason Man United took a 1-0 lead into the halftime break of their Europa League clash against Fenerbahce as the goalkeeper produced a double save which led to Jose Mourinho losing his mind. The game in Turkey was another pressure match for Erik …
Read More »Brazil dominate Copa Libertadores with Botafogo and Atletico Mineiro taking big semi-final leads
October 24 – Once again the Copa Libertadores is heading for an all-Brazilian final after Botafogo and Atletico Mineiro won the first legs of their semi-finals convincingly. On Wednesday, the Rio club dispatched Penarol of Uruguay 5-0 with all goals coming in the second half to all but qualify for their first-ever Libertadores final. The hosts were nervous in the …
Read More »Agbohlahor slams Joshua Zirkzee amid reports of a January loan move
Manchester United summer signing Joshua Zirkzee has found himself under criticism, with former Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor raising concerns about the Dutchman’s form since his arrival at Old Trafford. During a talkSPORT segment previewing Manchester United’s Europa League fixture against Fenerbahce, Agbonlahor expressed doubts about Zirkzee’s performances this season. He questioned whether the 23-year-old has what it takes to …
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