Prior to the start of the new season, the midfield was believed one of the weak areas for FC Barcelona, largely due to a lack of depth following the exit of multiple stars, including Ilkay Gundogan. However, once the next international break is over, new coach Hansi Flick may have a welcome problem on his hands. Nine players competing for …
Read More »Arsenal v Southampton – live blog
Join us for live blog coverage of our Premier League clash with Southampton, kick-off 15.00 We’ve got up to the second live text commentary, updates, goal clips, observations and occasionally witty asides. If you want to join the chat, register an Arseblog Live account. To do that, go to Arseblog Live – click login on the top right, and then …
Read More »Jota goal extends Reds’ lead at top of Premier League table
Diogo Jota’s ninth-minute strike sent Liverpool four points clear at the top of the Premier League as the Reds held off a spirited second-half fightback from Crystal Palace to extend their perfect away record this season. On his 100th start for the club, Jota’s expert run allowed the forward to evade his markers and fire in Cody Gakpo’s cross for …
Read More »Arsenal vs Southampton Predicted Lineups: Premier League
Arsenal will face Southampton at the Emirates Stadium in a Premier League clash on Saturday, 5th October 2024. This match comes right before the international break, with Arsenal aiming to continue their strong form following a 2-0 Champions League win over Paris Saint-Germain. The Gunners are third in the Premier League, level on points with Manchester City, while Southampton have …
Read More »Pavan says its good news that Italy didn’t call up Gatti
Juventus has three players in the current Italy squad for the October international break, but one surprising omission is Federico Gatti. Gatti was initially expected to struggle for playing time under Thiago Motta, yet he has managed to impress the new Juventus manager and has become a regular starter for the club. His solid form has been a key factor …
Read More »Barcelona director scouts two players, including €45m goalkeeping target, during Porto vs Man United
Barcelona sporting director Deco was in attendance when FC Porto locked horns with Manchester United in the Champions League this midweek. According to Miguel Rico (h/t FCB World), Deco was keeping close tabs on two players in particular: Nico Gonzalez and Diogo Costa. Diogo Costa: A long-term goalkeeping solution? Barcelona are short-staffed in the goalkeeping department right now following Marc-Andre …
Read More »Paul Merson releases Everton vs Newcastle prediction
Paul Merson has predicted Newcastle United’s trip to Everton to end in a 1-1 draw tonight, labeling Eddie Howe’s side as a ‘funny team’ who have been fortunate this season. There was a return to our intense style of play we are all so used to under Howe in last Saturday’s draw with Man City, but our away form has …
Read More »Alaves manager in awe of Barcelona rising star – ‘He is going to mark an era’
Barcelona dropped three points during their last La Liga outing and were lucky that Real Madrid could not capitalise on their slip-up. Looking ahead to the team’s clash against Deportivo Alaves on Sunday, the Catalans still have a three-point lead at the top of the table and are back to winning ways after a thumping win in the UEFA Champions …
Read More »Juventus considering terminating Pogba’s contract despite ban reduction
Paul Pogba’s ban for a failed drug test has been reduced, making the midfielder eligible to play again next year, which presents Juventus with a fresh dilemma. The Bianconeri had placed him on minimum wage during his suspension and patiently waited for his appeal, although the club was not optimistic about his chances of receiving a lighter sentence. This is …
Read More »Jota goal puts ‘sensational’ Reds ahead after early scare
Diogo Jota’s fourth goal of the season on his 100th start for his side gave Liverpool the lead at Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday. After a first-minute Eddie Nketiah goal for Palace was ruled out for offside, Kostas Tsimikas sent Cody Gakpo away on the left, whose cross met Jota’s run to allow the Portugal international to …
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