Liverpool prepared to swoop for Arsenal youngster Balogun
Liverpool are reportedly preparing a bid for young Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun in 2021. The 19-year-old has enjoyed a good start to his Arsenal career this season, scoring against both Molde and Dundalk. Those performances have seen him tipped as a future Gunners star. They’ve also alerted other clubs in the Premier League, however. FEATURE:…
Arteta wants ‘really big win’ to be Arsenal’s ‘turning point’
Mikel Arteta is hoping Arsenal’s Boxing Day win over London rivals Chelsea can prove to be a “turning point” for his side. The Gunners boss had not tasted victory in the Premier League since November 1 but watched his side run out 3-1 winners at home to Chelsea. Alexandre Lacazette opened the scoring from the…
Horner impressed by Albon ‘resilience and class’ amid struggles
Alex Albon failed to secure for himself a second full season with Red Bull, but amid the struggles, the 24-year-old’s “resilience and class” earned him the esteem of team boss Christian Horner. As a burgeoning young talent, Albon was seen as the ideal teammate to Red Bull leader Max Verstappen when he was promoted from…
Details On Viewership For WWE's "Tribute To The Troops" Special On NBC
Based on overnight ratings, WWE’s “Tribute To The Troops” special on NBC on Saturday night drew 2.31 million viewers. Compared to last year’s Troops special, this was a boost in numbers, as last year’s special, which was an edited replay of a show that first-aired on the USA Network, was among the lowest rated NBC…
Big Names Confirmed To Miss RAW Tonight, Bobby Lashley Update, More
– You can officially rule out the WWE Tag-Team Champions from appearing on tonight’s live WWE RAW show from Richmond, Virginia. Cody Rhodes noted on Twitter that he will be wrestling Antonio Cesaro at the WWE non-televised live event in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, which takes place tonight as well. – Former WWE Superstars Bobby Lashley…
Pundit accuses Mourinho of ‘killing’ Spurs star’s confidence
Jamie O’Hara thinks Spurs boss Jose Mourinho is “killing” Dele Alli’s confidence after they beat Stoke 3-1 in the Carabao Cup. Tottenham booked their place in the last four thanks to goals from Gareth Bale, Ben Davies and Harry Kane against the Championship club and they are now just two wins away from winning the…
Potter ignores xG to focus on ‘reality’ of league table
Brighton boss Graham Potter admits his struggling side cannot complain about their current predicament and must not feel sorry for themselves. Albion have regularly received plaudits for their slick style of football but have been far less impressive at picking up points. The 17th-placed Seagulls are hovering just above the Premier League relegation zone ahead…
Dyche refuses to rise to ‘style over substance’ Bielsa bait
Burnley boss Sean Dyche dismissed suggestions Leeds counterpart Marcelo Bielsa is putting style over substance. Leeds have adopted a fevered, high-pressing methodology under Bielsa, who has earned praise and a little criticism for his brand of football which has seen his side involved in plenty of high-scoring matches this season. The contrasts have been there…
Man Utd target Pochettino lined up to replace Tuchel at PSG
Former Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly ready to take over at Paris Saint-Germain, despite links with the Man Utd hot seat. PSG are on the search for a new manager after sacking Thomas Tuchel earlier today. Pochettino has now become the favourite to take over in the French capital, according to Manchester Evening News.…
Tuchel ‘interested’ in Arsenal, Man Utd jobs after PSG sack
Thomas Tuchel has been sacked by Paris Saint-Germain with the former Borussia Dortmund boss ‘interested’ in the Arsenal and Man Utd jobs, according to reports. His sacking comes off the back of a huge 4-0 victory over Strasbourg yesterday, although the French club do sit in third place in Ligue 1, one point behind Lyon…