Tag: England
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EPL: Pochettino slams Chelsea flops after Burnley draw
Mauricio Pochettino admitted Chelsea lacked hunger and energy during their dismal 2-2 draw with 10-man Burnley on Saturday. Pochettino’s side were booed off yet again as frustrated Chelsea fans let rip following their latest stumble at Stamford Bridge. When Cole Palmer drilled into the bottom corner from Raheem Sterling’s flick with 12 minutes left, Chelsea…
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Fernando Torres has returned to Liverpool
Liverpool fans were treated to a rare spectacle as former striker Fernando Torres returned to the club to spend a day learning from manager Jurgen Klopp. Torres, who currently manages Atletico Madrid’s Under-19s, had the opportunity to shadow Klopp and assistant manager Pep Lijnders during their training session ahead of the Brighton match on Sunday.…
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Sheikh Jassim Nearing Man Utd Takeover a Year After Glazers’ Sale Offer
According to report ‘Sheikh Jassim Nearing Man Utd Takeover a Year After Glazers’ Sale Offer’ Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani is reportedly close to finalizing a takeover of Manchester United, nearly a year after the Glazers put the club up for sale. The Qatari royal seems to have outpaced competitors like Sir Jim Ratcliffe…
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Man City vs Nottm Forest: Preview – team news, head-to-head
Manchester City will hope to continue their fine form this season, winning all games so far. Nottingham Forest, on the other hand, has had a decent performance this season, with two wins, two losses, and one draw. The Reds will go into the game in eighth place, their highest ever in the Premier League since…
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Sophie Turner sues Joe Jonas for children’s return to England
British actress Sophie Turner has sued her singer ex-partner Joe Jonas – requesting he return their two children to their “habitual residence” England. The celebrity couple announced earlier this month that they were divorcing after more than four years of marriage. They described the split at the time as “amicable”. However on Thursday, lawyers for…
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Man City recover from Red Star shock for winning Champions League start
Julian Alvarez saved Manchester City’s blushes after Red Star Belgrade took a shock lead at the Etihad as the holders began their Champions League defence with a 3-1 win on Tuesday. The visitors’ goal had been bombarded before they stunned Pep Guardiola’s men when Osman Bukari opened the scoring in first half stoppage time. However,…
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Erik Ten Hag admits he’s under pressure at Man Utd after 3-1 defeat to Brighton
Manchester United boss, Erik ten Hag has admitted he is under pressure following the team’s worst start to a Premier League campaign for nearly a decade. The Red Devils lost 3-1 to Brighton at Old Trafford on Saturday. Ten Hag’s men have now lost three of their opening five league games this season and sit…
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John Terry gets first managerial job
Chelsea legend, John Terry is ‘set to make first managerial breakthrough’ by joining Al-Shabab. According to the UK Sun, Terry was approached by the Saudi Pro League side two months ago and a deal was verbally agreed. The 42-year-old was offered an initial contract of at least two years. However, this could go up to…
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Van Dijk slams Van Gaal for claiming 2022 World Cup was ‘fixed’ for Messi
Liverpool captain, Virgil van Dijk, has said he doesn’t believe the 2022 World Cup was fixed by FIFA for Argentina’s Lionel Messi to win it. Van Dijk’s former manager at the national team, Louis van Gaal, had made the claim. Van Gaal, who coached the Netherlands at the tournament in Qatar, raised eyebrows by suggesting…
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Transfer: Ten Hag to take Man Utd spending to £200m with deal for defender
Manchester United is close to signing Jean-Clair Todibo from Nice in a deal worth £34.1m, according to L’Equipe. Red Devils boss, Erik ten Hag, wants to bolster his defence this summer, despite failing to offload Harry Magure. United had targeted Bayern Munich’s Benjamin Pavard when it seemed Maguire would join the Hammers. But the Frenchman…
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EPL: Fiorentina gives Man Utd deadline to complete Amrabat’s transfer
Manchester United have until Friday to complete a deal for Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat after the Serie A club set a deadline for the player’s departure. Amrabat has agreed personal terms with Man United over a move to Old Trafford but the Red Devils are yet to bid for the Morocco international. This is because…
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Transfer: Harry Kane set for Bayern Munich medicals
Tottenham Hotspur striker, Harry Kane is set to undergo his medicals with Bayern Munich ahead of a possible transfer this summer, The Athletic reports. Both clubs have reached an agreement on a £100million deal for the England captain on Thursday night. After reaching a deal in principle with Spurs chairman Daniel Levy, the Bundesliga champions…
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2023 WWC: I’m sorry – Lauren James apologises to Alozie
Lionesses midfielder Lauren James has apologised to Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie after she stepped on her buttocks during the Round of 16 clash between England and Nigeria on Monday. BUZZFEEDAFRICA reported that James was sent off in the 87th minute after she brought Alozie to the ground and stepped on her. The incident elicited…
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Onana under fire for raging at Maguire during Man Utd’s defeat
Former Aston Villa striker, Gabby Agbonlahor, has hit out at goalkeeper Andre Onana for raging at his teammate Harry Maguire during Manchester United’s recent pre-season friendly 3-2 defeat against Borussia Dortmund in Las Vegas. Onana made his second appearance for Man United since joining the Premier League giant from Inter Milan,, coming on for Tom…
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Nice try – Bruno Fernandes clears air on snubbing Onana during Real Madrid defeat
Manchester United captain, Bruno Fernandes, has slammed suggestions that he ignored new team-mate Andre Onana, during their pre-season defeat to Real Madrid. The Portuguese midfielder has been accused of petulance in the past and was criticised for an incident during Thursday’s game. In the 35th minute, Madrid were awarded a corner and Onana began to…
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Transfer: Man United star, Elanga gives reason for leaving Ten Hag’s squad
Manchester United winger Anthony Elanga has said that it was the right time to leave the club as he departed Old Trafford on Tuesday. The winger has completed a permanent move to Nottingham Forest. Forest confirmed the player’s transfer in a statement on their official website on Tuesday. The 21-year-old signed a five-year contract after…
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Nottingham Forest sign Nigeria defender Ola Aina
Nottingham Forest signed Nigeria defender Ola Aina on a free transfer on Saturday after his departure from Torino. Aina agreed a one-year contract with Forest as he returns to the Premier League after his spell in Italy. Aina spent nearly five years with Torino after initially moving there on loan from Chelsea in 2018. The…
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Transfer: Burnley agree deal with Espanyol for Nigerian winger
Nigerian winger, Luca Koleosho is going to switch Espanyol for Premier League new boys, Burnley, this summer, according to the Telegraph. Koleosho will move to the Turf Moor from Spanish club, Espanyol. The 18-year-old has already made six senior appearances for Espanyol. Burnley will pay €3m for the player, who made his senior debut for…
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Pre-season: Arsenal thrash MLS All-Stars 5-0 in friendly
Arsenal were in a rampant mood on Thursday morning as they hammered a Major League Soccer selected XI 5-0 in Washington DC. Gabriel Jesus and Leandro Trossard opened the scoring for Mikel Arteta’s side with two stunning finishes from outside the box before half time. Moments after the second half kicked off, Jorginho rolled in…
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EPL Transfer: Rashford signs new contract at United
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has signed a new deal at the club. A market transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, broke the news on Monday via his verified Twitter handle. Romano said a club statement is expected soon following the signing of the contract. According to him, the deal will see Rashford play with the Red…
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Odumodublvck reacts as Arsenal use his song to announce Declan Rice signing
Nigerian rapper, Odumodublvck, beamed with joy after English Premier League giants, Arsenal, used one of his hit tracks to announce their new signing, Declan Rice. BuzzFeed reported that the Gunners signed the England international from West Ham for a club-record fee of £105m. Announcing his arrival via Twitter, Arsenal shared a video of the 24-year-old…
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Ancelotti to coach Brazil from 2024 — Report
Real Madrid’s Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti will take over as head coach of Brazil’s national team for the 2024 Copa America, a source at the Brazilian Football Federation told AFP on Tuesday. The federation had announced earlier that Fluminense’s Fernando Diniz would take charge of the team in the interim period. Ancelotti has a season…
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Transfer: I want to go somewhere else – Arsenal midfielder tells Arteta
Arsenal midfielder, Sambi Lokonga, has said he wants to leave the club this summer. Lokonga moved to the Emirates from Anderlecht in 2021, but has struggled for game time under Mikel Arteta. The Belgian spent half of last season at Crystal Palace, where he made only nine appearances. The 23-year-old has been linked with a…
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Fireworks rain as Americans mark 247th US Independence Day anniversary
The United States celebrates its 247th day of independence today amid pomp and display of fireworks. Fireworks remain at the centre of American Independence Day, celebrated on 4 July. Thirteen American colonies got freedom from British rule on this day, which is known as Independence Day or the Fourth of July. This day is imbued…
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Transfer: Brighton confirms signing of new goalkeeper
Premier League club, Brighton & Hove Albion have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper, Bart Verbruggen from Belgian Pro League side, Anderlecht. The 20-year-old penned a five-year deal with the Seagulls. The club in a tweet on Monday, wrote, “We’re delighted to announce the signing of goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen from Anderlecht on a five-year contract until…
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SPORTTransfer: Chelsea terminates Azpilicueta’s contract, new club revealed
Chelsea has communicated to Cesar Azpilicueta that his contract will be terminated. Although the Spaniard still has one year left in his current year, the Blues are willing to allow him leave as a free agent. Azpilicueta, who was heavily linked with a move to Inter Milan, is now close to joining Atletico Madrid. This…
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Man United agree deal to sign Mason Mount from Chelsea
Manchester United have reached an agreement to sign Mason Mount from Chelsea on a five-year contract for £55m, plus £5m in add-ons. The England midfielder will be Erik ten Hag’s first signing of the summer as he looks to strengthen his side following United’s qualification for next season’s Champions League. Chelsea spent £600m last season…
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N’golo Kante buys football club after leaving Chelsea for Al-Ittihad
Former Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kante has bought a Belgian club, the Royal Excelsior Virton. This comes after the Frenchman recently left Chelsea to join Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ittihad. Royal Excelsior Virton has played in the Challenger Pro League (Belgium Second Division) in the past. The Belgian club is from the town of Virton, very close to…
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Transfer:Pochettino orders Chelsea to terminate Azpilicueta’s contract
New Chelsea manager, Mauricio Pochettino, has given the green light for club captain Cesar Azpilicueta’s contract to be terminated, so he can leave on a free transfer this summer, despite his contract having a year left to run. Blues owner, Todd Boehly, had blocked Azpilicueta from leaving for Barcelona last year. However, Pochettino is eager…
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Man Utd make contact with Brighton over signing of Ecuador midfielder Moises Caicedo
Manchester United make contact with Brighton over signing of Ecuador midfielder Moises Caicedo; 21-year-old issued transfer request in January amid Arsenal interest before it was later rescinded; Man Utd still have £55m offer on table for Chelsea’s Mason Mount Manchester United are expected to formally approach Brighton with regard to midfielder Moises Caicedo after making…
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Manchester City have pulled out of the race to sign West Ham midfielder Declan Rice after Arsenal submitted a third bid worth £105m.
City had a £90m offer rejected by West Ham on Tuesday after the Premier League champions bid £80m up front, plus £10m in add-ons for the England midfielder. But Pep Guardiola’s side have decided to not match or surpass Arsenal’s £105m bid for Rice with the Gunners offering a £100m initial fee, plus £5m in…
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Olise injured after netting winner for France U21s
PSG target Michael Olise has suffered a hamstring injury while on duty with France U21s, casting doubts over the rest of his tournament and pre-season preparation. The Crystal Palace trickster immediately signalled to be hauled off after sustaining the injury in a collision with Norway goalkeeper Kristoffer Klaesson. Just minutes earlier, the 21-year-old had put…
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Wizkid becomes first African artiste to headline UK’s biggest festival, Glastonbury [Video]
Grammy award-winning Nigerian music star, Ayodeji Balogun, aka Wizkid, on Friday night made history as the first African musician to headline the United Kingdom, UK’s biggest music festival, Glastonbury. The ‘Ojuelegba’ crooner headlined the “Other Side Stage” of the festival which was held in Somerset, England. The festival had over 210,000 attendees. Wizkid performed a…
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EPL: Reo-Coker names club Declan Rice will join between Man City, Arsenal, Chelsea, United
Former Premier League midfielder, Nigel Reo-Coker, expects West Ham United captain Declan Rice to join Manchester City ahead of the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United. Rice has attracted interest from Premier League top clubs and some of the biggest clubs in Europe, with West Ham already confirming the midfielder will likely be sold.…
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UCL: We don’t spend on players like Chelsea, Arsenal – Man City boasts after beating Real
Manchester City has maintained that their success in the Premier League and the Champions League is not because they are the most invested in players. The chief executive officer of the club, CEO Ferran Soriano said this while hitting back at suggestions that Pep Guardiola’s side are only successful because of the money they have…
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EPL: Manchester Utd identify three strikers to sign if Kane deal fails
Manchester United have identified three alternative strikers to sign if a deal for Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane fails, according to Four Four Two. Kane is Man United manager Erik ten Hag’s priority target this summer, with the Dutchman keen to add a world-class No. 9 to his ranks ahead of next summer. The England captain…
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Nurses In England Walk Out As Dispute Intensifies
Nurses in England walked out again Monday, with some critical services due to be hit for the first time. The industrial action is the latest stoppage in an increasingly bitter dispute with the government over pay and conditions. The 28-hour strike, which started at 8:00 pm (1900 GMT) on Sunday, comes after members of the…
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Tottenham fire interim coach Stellini after Newcastle thrashing
Tottenham fired interim manager Cristian Stellini on Monday after chairman Daniel Levy branded Sunday’s 6-1 defeat at Newcastle “wholly unacceptable”. Stellini, who was only put in charge last month after his former boss Antonio Conte left the club, would be replaced by Ryan Mason with immediate effect. Conte’s long-term assistant won only one of his…
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Manchester United make first move to sign Harry Kane
Tottenham Hotspur’s English striker Harry Kane (L) celebrates after scoring his team first goal during the English Premier League football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on February 5, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. NO USE WITH UNAUTHORIZED AUDIO, VIDEO, DATA,…
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Champions League: I can’t sleep ahead of Man City vs Bayern clash – Tuchel
Bayern Munich manager, Thomas Tuchel has admitted he’s unable to sleep ahead of Tuesday night’s Champions League clash at Man City. Tuchel, who replaced Julian Nagelsmann at the Bundesliga champions in March, revealed this in a chat with TribalFootball. “The best preparation is sleep but sometimes it is hard to get that sleep when you’re…