Welcome to another Arsecast Extra, the Arsenal podcast, with myself and James from @gunnerblog. In this episode we look back on the 2-0 win at Wolves on Saturday evening which put us back on top of the Premier League. We discuss how Arsenal had to dig deep after a difficult week, but put in a performance that belied the tired …
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Despite a difficult team for the team, wherein they lost to PSG and Real Madrid, it appears that Xavi Hernandez is considering a major U-turn over his decision to leave Barcelona. The Barça head coach announced his decision to leave back in January but is now seemingly reconsidering his stance and could be open to staying on. Reports suggest that …
Read More »‘Plays his own football’ – Barcelona defender slammed over performance vs Real Madrid
Barcelona defender Joao Cancelo had a tough evening during his team’s 2-3 loss to Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu. The Portuguese player struggled defensively when Lucas Vazquez made it 2-2 for Real Madrid in the 73rd minute, scoring from a cross by Vinicius Jr. on the right wing. In their analysis for the Dutch channel Ziggo Sport (h/t Mundo …
Read More »The Premier League superstars that are set to become a free agent this summer
While the Premier League might have once again shattered a string of financial records last summer, there are a host of top-flight superstars that are set for a free switch at the end of the season. With a host of top-flight stars watching their current contracts tick away, there are plenty of ongoing battles behind the scenes. Ahead of what …
Read More »Xavi asks for a meeting with Barcelona hierarchy to discuss future, open to staying
In a major update, Marta Ramon of RAC1 reports that Xavi Hernandez has requested a meeting with the Barcelona leadership to discuss his possible continuity at the club beyond this season. Xavi announced his decision to step away from the Barcelona job once the season is over back in January after the harrowing defeat against Villarreal. Since then, though, the …
Read More »Caressa believes Juventus will sacrifice Bremer or Vlahovic
Italian journalist Fabio Caressa expects Juventus to ring some changes in the summer, but their plans could include a major sacrificial lamb. Despite the woeful run, the Bianconeri are still expected to reach the next edition of the Champions League. Afterwards, Juventus Football Director Cristiano Giuntoli will have a busy summer in store, as he’ll be working tirelessly to enhance …
Read More »What went wrong for Barcelona in El Clasico?
Real Madrid came back twice from compromised positions and eventually found a late winner in stoppage time to take three points from Barcelona and establish a massive lead in La Liga. With six games to go, the men in white now have an 11-point advantage over their eternal rivals, who were ironically the better side on the night. More importantly, …
Read More »Explained: Why La Liga does not have goalline technology following Barcelona vs Real Madrid controversy
Concerns are being raised about La Liga’s choice to omit goal-line technology following a disputed moment during last night’s El Clasico between Real Madrid and Barcelona. During the 28th minute of the game, Lamine Yamal redirected a corner kick from Raphinha towards the goal. It appeared that the ball had crossed the line entirely before Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin …
Read More »Jim Ratcliffe’s new dig at Newcastle during BBC interview – Embarrassing for Man Utd
After completing the London Marathon on Sunday, Man Utd co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe spoke to BBC presenter and Newcastle fan Gabby Logan. The 71-year-old took his chance to have another dig at Newcastle, proving once again that the Red Devils’ wait to appoint Dan Ashworth really is living rent free in his head. Ratcliffe claimed ‘one of the biggest problems …
Read More »Del Piero comments on Juventus future, Allegri dilemma, Milan vs Inter
Legendary Juventus captain Alessandro Del Piero discussed a variety of topics in a new interview, including the fate of Max Allegri. The Bianconeri have been enduring a woeful run since February, dropping points at almost every corner. Therefore, the voices calling for the manager’s head are growing ever louder, and many sources believe that the hierarchy will oblige at the …
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