Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson was the toast of football on Wednesday, but a key statistic suggests he’s not the best in the world. The Brazilian gloveman was in imperious form for Liverpool in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie away to Paris Saint-Germain. 5 Alisson repeatedly thwarted PSG with a string … Read more
Ruben Amorim has hit back at Wayne Rooney’s suggestion that the Manchester United boss is ‘naive’ to say they’re looking to win the Premier League. The Red Devils failed to defend their FA Cup crown as they lost to Fulham on penalties in their fifth round tie. 4 The United boss’ chances for a trophy … Read more
German pragmatism and discipline. FC Barcelona’s traditional, expressive fair. On paper, there shouldn’t be a sync between the two. At least, not as much as it has. When Hansi Flick was named as Xavi Hernandez’s successor, even the most optimistic of fans wouldn’t have imagined the team to be as explosive and entertaining as it … Read more
Marcus Rashford played with gusto and he certainly played with Malo Gusto. The poor Chelsea right-back could not cope with the speed of thought and movement, and accurate delivery, of Aston Villa’s barnstorming substitute. 6 Rashford is quickly making his mark at Villa following his January moveCredit: Getty The story should really be about the … Read more
Jordan Henderson inserted himself into a mid-match scuffle as Ajax’s Europa League clash against Union Saint-Gilloise turned ugly. Ajax required only a draw to progress to the last 16 after securing a 2-0 win in the first leg of their play-off clash. 4 There was no love lost between Ajax and Union Saint-GilloiseCredit: Getty Boosting … Read more
Raphael Varane lifted the lid on how a ‘robust discussion’ with Erik ten Hag sparked his two-month exile at Manchester United. Varane joined United in 2021 but endured a turbulent debut campaign for the club having to play under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Michael Carrick and Ralf Rangnick. 3 Varane spent three seasons at United and … Read more
Former Premier League star Ben Foster believes clubs need to clone Wrexham’s model if they want to be ‘thriving again’. The Welsh side have enjoyed an upward trajectory ever since Hollywood duo Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds officially completed their takeover of the club in February 2021. 3 Wrexham have enjoyed tremendous success under the … Read more
Swansea City have sacked manager Luke Williams. The Swans’ decision comes two days after a 3-1 loss away to Stoke City. 3 Williams’ time as Swansea City manager is overCredit: Getty The loss to Stoke ensured Williams departed after a ten-game winless streak. “Swansea City can confirm the club has parted ways with head coach … Read more
Troy Deeney eviscerated Southampton defender Jan Bednarek and declared the place ‘toxic’ as the club continues sleepwalking towards relegation. The Saints slumped to their 20th defeat of the season as they lost 3-1 to Bournemouth at St Mary’s on Saturday. 3 The Saints edged closer towards relegation following yet another league lossCredit: Getty Dango Outtara … Read more
Aaron Lennon believes Tottenham’s clash against Manchester United could be a preview of the Europa League final. That’s despite both clubs ‘massively underachieving’ as they struggle in the Premier League. 2 Postecoglou aims to complete a clean sweep over United in the league on SundayCredit: Getty The two floundering giants clash on Sunday afternoon in … Read more