The Premier League served up another Saturday of drama, with 22 goals and five red cards across seven matches. Leicester City came from two goals down to beat struggling Southampton while ten-man Arsenal suffered their first defeat of the season at the hands of Bournemouth. Tottenham returned to winning ways in convincing fashion and there were impressive wins for Aston …
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Man City, Bayern, Real Madrid and PSG in Wirtz race?
Having played a major role in Bayer Leverkusen’s unbeaten run to the first-ever Bundesliga title last season, Florian Wirtz has attracted plenty of interest from around Europe. Manchester City are currently putting in a strong effort to sign Wirtz as their need to secure long-term successor for Kevin De Bruyne grows, according to Sky in Germany, and the same source …
Read More »Paul Merson names two players who could make or break Crystal Palace
Paul Merson believes Jean-Philippe Mateta and Eberechi Eze must ‘click’ to keep Crystal Palace safe from relegation this season. The Eagles ended the 2023/24 campaign in style with six wins and no defeats in their last seven games, looking unstoppable under Oliver Glasner. However, it’s been the polar opposite at the start of this season, with Palace in the bottom …
Read More »Pulisic’s market value soars in Serie A, McKennie sees drop
Christian Pulisic’s career trajectory has been nothing short of a rollercoaster, but the American forward is now living up to the potential he showed as a teenager at Borussia Dortmund. After a challenging spell at Chelsea, Pulisic has found a new lease of life at AC Milan. His recent performances have cemented his place as one of Serie A’s brightest …
Read More »Stuck with Lewandowski: Haaland to Barca possible from 2026
Barca are in the midst of contemplating their future striking options, with Erling Haaland seen as a potential replacement for Robert Lewandowski. Despite still leading the line at 36 years old, Lewandowski’s career is entering its twilight stage… even if the Polish striker remains Barcelona’s top scorer and a key figure in the team. However, the Catalan club is acutely …
Read More »Arteta laments costly errors as ten-man Arsenal fall to Bournemouth
Mikel Arteta admitted it was two big errors that cost his side as ten man Arsenal fell to a 2-0 defeat to Bournemouth on Saturday. William Saliba was dismissed mid-way through the first half for a tug back on Evanilson after the Brazilian had latched onto Leandro Trossard’s wayward pass. Bournemouth eventually made the numerical advantage pay, with goals from …
Read More »“It’s just impossible” – Seething Mikel Arteta reacts to William Saliba red card in shock Arsenal
Mikel Arteta has bemoaned the red card shown to William Saliba as Arsenal fell to a shock 2-0 defeat away at Bournemouth on Saturday evening. Arsenal arrived at the South Coast unbeaten but after a bright opening, were given an uphill task as William Saliba was sent off in the 30th minute for dragging down Evanilson as he raced through …
Read More »Good news for USMNT: Adams finally back with Bournemouth
Tyler Adams, the USMNT star and Bournemouth midfielder, is finally back in contention for selection after a prolonged injury spell. The Cherries manager Andoni Iraola confirmed in a recent press conference that Adams is now available ahead of the club’s Premier League clash against Arsenal on Saturday. This news brings an end to months of injury woes for the 26-year-old. …
Read More »Madrid, Bayern on alert: City see Wirtz as De Bruyne’s successor
Manchester City are preparing to make a major move for Bayer Leverkusen’s rising star Florian Wirtz, but they will have to beat both Real Madrid and Bayern Munich to the player. The Blues are said to view the young German as the ideal successor to Kevin De Bruyne. The 21-year-old has become one of Europe’s most coveted players. He has …
Read More »Cherries end ten-man Arsenal’s unbeaten start to season
Bournemouth recorded only their second ever Premier League victory over the Gunners as Andoni Iraola’s side ran out 2-0 winners against ten-man Arsenal at the Vitality Stadium The Cherries ended Arsenal’s unbeaten start to the season courtesy of second-half goals from substitutes Ryan Christie and Justin Kluivert after William Saliba had been sent off before the break. Saliba’s dismissal mid-way …
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