Author: JB

Cristiano Ronaldo will remain at Manchester United for another campaign and trusts the club’s hierarchy will appoint a world-class manager this summer, according to reports. The Portuguese forward had delivered some rather poor displays since the turn of the year and there were even claims interim boss Ralf Rangnick was considering dropping him. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But Ronaldo bagged a hat-trick against Tottenham last week to remind everyone just how potent he can still be – even if he followed that up with a peripheral performance against Atletico Madrid. United’s Champions League exit at the hands of Diego Simeone’s side means they will extend their wait for a trophy to five years – with a top-four finish the only prize on offer this campa...

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel would welcome an approach from Manchester United, if the uncertainty engulfing the Blues lingers for a prolonged period. The German’s stock was already high having masterminded last year’s Champions League triumph, but the way in which he has handled Chelsea’s current crisis is believed to have impressed senior figures at Old Trafford. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Red devils are expected to accelerate their plans to hire a new manager after Tuesday night’s Champions League elimination against Atletico Madrid. Pochettino and Erik ten Hag have been the leading contenders but PSG’s own European exit has tarnished the former Tottenham manager’s credentials, while the Ajax boss was coy on his own future after the defeat a...

Chelsea supporters clashed with French riot police ahead of last night’s Champions League 2-1 victory in Lille. The crisis-hit Premier League side advanced to the quarter finals after a 4-1 aggregate win over Lille, but the game was largely overshadowed by the trouble that preceded it. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Gendarmes in full riot gear were forced to launch tear gas canisters at a group of supporters who had been drinking throughout the day in close proximity to Lille-Flanders station. ‘We were called to the bar following complaints about the behaviour of the supporters,’ said a local police spokesman, who added the violence started soon after 6.30pm.      (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‘Roads around the area hav...

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp hailed Trent Alexander-Arnold for nullifying ‘talented’ Gabriel Martinelli in their win over Arsenal. In-form Brazilian attacker Martinelli was a constant threat for Arsenal but England right-back Alexander-Arnold more than held his own. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Gunners impressed in the first half and should have taken the lead after the break when Thiago Alcantara gave the ball away in a dangerous position. However, Martinelli decided to pass to Martin Odegaard rather than take on Liverpool’s Alisson Becker and the goalkeeper denied the playmaker superbly.      (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Liverpool impressed after and two goals within eight minutes from Diogo Jota and Roberto ...

Andy Robertson has praised Arsenal stars Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka after Liverpool secured a win at the Emirates to boost their Premier League title hopes. Second-half goals from Diogo Jota and Firmino gave Liverpool, now only one point behind Premier League leaders Manchester City, a 2-0 victory over top-four contenders Arsenal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Gunners were on top for much of the first half and had a huge chance to take the lead after the break as Thiago Alcantara gave the ball away in a dangerous position, but Alisson denied Martin Odegaard from close-range. Jota put Liverpool ahead three minutes later after beating Aaron Ramsdale at his near post, and Firmino put the game to bed shortly after with a neat finish from Rober...

Marcus Rashford has conceded ‘emotion got the better’ of him after the Manchester United player reacted to being heckled by a supporter on Wednesday. After United’s Champions League exit against Atletico Madrid, a result that confirmed a fifth straight trophy-less campaign for the club, the squad were met with criticism by fans who had gathered at the exit as they left the stadium. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Video footage shows Rashford reacting to one supporter and turning to face the crowd before being ushered back to the team bus by security. Rashford’s comments were not clearly picked up in the video but the England star has denied claims on social media that he swore at the group.      (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({...

West Ham United defender Kurt Zouma will be prosecuted under the Animal Welfare Act after being filmed kicking his cat. The RSPCA has already begun the prosecution process against Zouma and his brother, Yoan, who was also filmed in the incident that happened. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); An RSPCA spokesperson said: ‘Following a full and thorough investigation, we have started the process of bringing a prosecution against Kurt Zouma and Yoan Zouma under the Animal Welfare Act. ‘The two cats continue to be cared for by the RSPCA. We will be in a position to release more information once a court date is confirmed.’      (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A brief statement from West Ham United said: ‘We are aware of the RSPC...