Defending champions Manchester City trail Premier League leaders Liverpool by 14 points and midfielder Bernardo Silva stated the title hopes for his side is over. The Cityzens emerged champions for a record fourth successive time last season, but have struggled this season as they sit sixth on the log after winning just two of their last 10 games. Pep Guardiola’s side have had a worrisome spell of injuries this season with Ballon d’Or winner Rodri out for the rest of the season and many other players spending time on the sidelines. “Right now it’s about accepting reality. I’m not looking…
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Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti shared his sentiments on how this seasons LaLiga title race could unfold with rivals Barcelona and Atletico Madrid in the thick of things. The Los Blancos gaffer believe there will be a heated race — with Barcelona leading since August and slipping off top spot to third, following the 2-1 loss to Atleti last month, and after winning just one in their last seven league games. Ancelotti’s Real have a chance to temporarily move to top spot when they visit 19th-placed Valencia on Friday, as they sit a point behind Diego Simeone’s Atletico side who…
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire admitted the transition period of the club from Erik ten Hag to being under Ruben Amorim is not going to be easy as both managers are very different, but insists the team has faith in the new gaffer. The Portuguese coach, who prefers a back three system, has won four and drawn one while suffering six defeats in 11 games since taking charge from Ten Hag in November. The Red Devils have struggled for form in the league, as they sit 14th on the log, with five losses in their last six games. “The thing…
New AC Milan gaffer Sergio Conceicao insisted he is prepared for the difficulty of the job as he intends to transform the club to a team fitting of the club’s history. Conceicao was hired on Monday, following the sacking of Paulo Fonseca, with the side sitting eighth on the Serie A log and distant in the title race, as they sit 14 points behind leaders Atalanta, with just seven wins from their opening 17 games. “I’m proud to take on this adventure. The emotions are temporary because we need to work,” Conceicao said. “We need to have a warm heart…
Referees will provide explanation for VAR decisions to stadium crowd in what will be a trial measure set to be used in the semi-final of the League Cup next week, according to the English Football League (EFL). As part of the trial, referees will make use of the stadium’s public address system to announce their final decision once a visit to the VAR pitchside monitor is concluded, or after decisions made on situations like accidental handball by a goalscorer or offside decisions. “The new pilot forms part of PGMOL’s broader commitment to transparency and embracing technological advancements for the benefit…
Manchester United youngster Amad Diallo has expressed his desire to “make history” with the club despite their current struggles. The Red Devils have lost five in the first 10 of new gaffer Ruben Amorim’s games in all competitions since his arrival from Sporting Lisbon to replace the ousted Erik ten Hag. Miserable defeats to Wolves, Bournemouth and Tottenham in the last three outings have further increased pressure on Amorim ahead of the visit of Newcastle on Monday. United are in uncommon territory in 14th place on the log, eight points above the relegation zone — but Diallo shown promise as…
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has urged his teammates to “create their own history” in light of comparisons to the club’s last Premier League-conquering side. Arne Slot’s side top the league – six points off second-place Arsenal – with a game in hand ahead of Sunday’s clash at West Ham. On the hunt for a first top flight crown since 2020, the Merseysiders have mounted themselves as favourites to win the English title after losing just once and winning 13 out of their first 17 league matches. Most of the Liverpool faithful are already drawing comparisons if Slot’s current team are…
Napoli head coach Antonio Conte is keeping a level head ahead of their game against Venezia, warning that a win against their visitors would be tricky, as they hope to commence their New Year celebrations ahead of time. The 2022-23 champions have returned to fine form under Conte this season as they sit second on 38 points. “We hope to close out 2024 with some more joy for the fans, for ourselves, to celebrate New Year’s Eve in style,” Conte, who took over in June, said in his press conference. “These have been five very intense months, lived to the…
Manchester United’s poor form under manager Ruben Amorim continued following their 2-0 loss at Wolverhampton Wanderers. It was also the fourth consecutive game which Marcus Rashford was left out of the matchday squad by Amorim — who is not flinching nor going back on his decision to leave the striker out of his plans. Rashford was initially left out of the squad weeks ago against rivals Manchester City, and then stated he wanted a new challenge — and the Portuguese gaffer’s comments after the loss to Wolves suggested there is still no change to the situation. “It’s always the same…
Manchester City’s stunning slump in form continued after star striker Erling Haaland’s second half penalty was saved in the 1-1 draw with Everton at the Etihad. Being crowned champions of the last four Premier League campaigns, the reigning champions have won just one of their last 13 matches in all competitions. Iliman Ndiaye cancelled out Bernardo Silva’s opener, to salvage a point for the Merseyside outfit, who moved five points off the relegation zone in 15th place. City gaffer Pep Guardiola also had admitted that his side were at risk of failing to qualify for the Champions League for the…