Rory Jennings wants the football public to apologise, insisting he was ‘right’ about his controversial Erling Haaland verdict. Jennings made headlines when, three years ago, he infamously predicted Haaland would fail to live up to expectations ahead of his move to Manchester City. 5 Despite a blistering start to the campaign, Haaland has struggled for … Read more
Ruben Amorim has failed to give Manchester United the ‘new manager bounce’ they were hoping for – and has instead created unwanted history. The 39-year-old saw his side lose 2-0 at Wolves on Boxing Day to leave the Red Devils languishing in 14th spot after 18 matches. 6 United continue to disappoint under new boss … Read more
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has confirmed a fracas down the St James’ Park tunnel led to assistant manager Jason Tindall’s bizarre red card. The Magpies ran out 3-0 victors over Aston Villa at St. James’ Park in what was their fourth straight win ins all competitions. 5 Goals from Anthony Gordon, Joelinton and Alexander Isak … Read more
A sharp, anxious intake of breath, followed by a round of applause that carries a mixture of quiet admiration and, more than anything, relief. On other occasions, it ends with supporters shaking their heads and asking why. We are talking about the crowd reaction to — and I’m borrowing this description from a colleague who … Read more
Top 10 revealed ©TM/IMAGO There’s little doubt that 2024 has been an extremely eventful year in the world of football and here at Transfermarkt we have strived to cover the biggest and most interesting stories for our global audience. Whether it be market value updates of smaller divisions in every region of the world, or … Read more
Pep Guardiola’s list of symptoms is long and unsettling. He has trouble sleeping. He can only take light meals in the evening. On some days, he does not eat at all. He finds it difficult to read because his mind keeps wandering. He feels, at times, intensely lonely. Things can get so bad that they … Read more
Liverpool sit top at Christmas having mauled Tottenham and fans are dreaming of more title glory. However, it remains to be seen whether they keep up their lightning start to finish top of the pile come May. 4 Arne Slot couldn’t have wished for a better start after succeeding Jurgen Klopp at AnfieldCredit: Getty The … Read more
Manchester City have the chance to finally end their dreadful form on Boxing Day when they host Everton, live on talkSPORT. After losing to Aston Villa last weekend, Pep Guardiola’s side have now only won one game in their last 12 in all competitions. 3 Man City just can’t shake their terrible formCredit: Getty It’s … Read more
Arsenal’s quest for a first Premier League title since 2004 is already in jeopardy – with the January transfer window coming at a perfect time. The Gunners currently sit six points behind leaders Liverpool at the top of the table, with Arne Slot’s men also boasting a game in hand. 7 Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal side … Read more
Manchester United are in desperate need of a response when they travel to struggling Wolves on Boxing Day, live on talkSPORT. Ruben Amorim will need to bounce back from his side’s humbling 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth that continued his mixed start to life as boss. 4 It’s a concerning time for Amorim at Man UnitedCredit: … Read more