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What Jack Grealish told Southgate after shock substitution in England’s win over Denmark

EURO 2020

Gareth Southgate explained his decision to take off substitute Jack Grealish was a defensive one during England’s 2-1 victory over Denmark. The Three Lions booked a place in their first major tournament final in 55 years after they came back from a goal down to beat Denmark in extra-time. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Grealish was only introduced in the second half of the match with 20 minutes of normal time but was then hooked in extra-time after Harry Kane scored England’s winning goal. “Jack had a brilliant influence on the game,” Southgate explained. “Raheem [Sterling] was such a threat that it was either going to be Phil [Foden] or Jack to get the solidity without the ball. “We still needed to get that pressure up the pitch. We sank a little bit...

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Chelsea ready to pay £150m for Erling Haaland

Transfer Info, Bundesliga, Premier League

Chelsea are lining up a bid to sign Erling Haaland this summer which they believe Borussia Dortmund will accept, according to reports. The Norwegian star has rose to become one of the world’s most coveted talents. As a result, he has been linked with a move to the Premier League. Manchester United had interest, but their signing of Jadon Sancho has ruled them out – for this summer at least. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Manchester City are also interested, but manager Pep Guardiola has thrown fresh doubt over his team’s chances. Chelsea remain the only Premier League team with strong ties to Haaland’s transfer. And the club owner Roman Abramovich has reportedly made it his mission to sign the player. According to 90min, the London club – aided by tra...

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‘I don’t believe the referee is going to sleep well’ – Mourinho blasts decision to award England a penalty

EURO 2020

Jose Mourinho doesn’t believe referee Danny Makkelie will sleep well after Harry Kane’s controversial penalty saw England advance to the Euros final at Denmark’s expense. The VAR official wasn’t in a position to change the decision, because the on-field decision went in England’s favour. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Maehle made little contact with Raheem Sterling, and Mourinho expressed his disappointment at the decision on talkSPORT after the match. “Yes, amazing game, but I’m not sure you want to listen to my opinion,” Mourinho told talkSPORT. “I say the way I see it, not the way it is. Maybe you don’t like my opinion this time…. “It’s never a penalty. The best team won, England deserve to win. England was fantastic, but for me it’s never a penalt...

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Why VAR didn’t overturn England’s penalty against Denmark

EURO 2020

England’s extra-time penalty against Denmark wasn’t overturned by VAR as Danny Makkelie’s decision to penalise Jannik Vestergaard for making contact with Raheem Sterling wasn’t deemed a clear error. The clash went into extra-time after England were unable to make their domination count against Dennark, who took the lead through Mikkel Damsgaard’s free-kick. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); An own goal from Simon Kjaer helped Southgate's side back into the game but they were unable to find a way through until they were awarded a penalty. Vestergaard made minimal contact with Sterling, but because the on field decision went in the three lions' favour, the VAR official was not in a position to overturn the verdict. As former Premier League referee Peter Wa...

Jul72021 by JBNo Comments

Lyon set low asking price for Arsenal to finally sign Houssem Aouar

Transfer Info, Ligue 1, Premier League

Arsenal are considering reviving their pursuit of Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar but will need to sell at least one more player before making a bid. It is reported that the player is on Arsenal's shortlist but contrary to reports in France, they are yet to make any offer this summer transfer window. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); That is at least in part because the gunners are looking to overhaul their midfield options and need to move some players on before pursuing other key targets. Matteo Guendouzi has signed for Marseille in an initial loan deal which is expected to be permanent while the team are in talks to sell Xhaka to Roma and are also open to offers for Lucas Torreira. Also, Martin Odegaard will not be returning after his loan spell fr...

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Jorginho’s agent sends message to Chelsea director Granovskaia

EURO 2020, Premier League

Jorginho’s agent has revealed that the player has attracted interest from rival teams but wants to open talks with Chelsea over a new deal. The midfielder has established himself as a vital part of the Chelsea team and played a key role in their Champions League triumph last campaign. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Jorginho has also been important for Italy in their Euro 2020 campaign so far, with the player helping guide his nation to Sunday’s final where they will play either Denmark or England. Jorginho’s current contract with Chelsea expires in 2023 and his agent, Joao Santos, is keen to negotiate a new deal with the club’s director Marina Granovskaia. ‘Today, Jorginho’s valuation is around €50 million (£42.8m). If a team arrives… obviously he has...

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England XI vs Denmark ‘leaked’ as Man Utd signing Jadon Sancho dropped

EURO 2020

Jadon Sancho is expected to drop to the bench in the semifinal clash between England and Denmark, according to reports. England's Euro 2020 semi-final lineup has been leaked and there is no space for Manchester United's new signing Jadon Sancho. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sancho agreed a £73m move to United last week and was rewarded with his first start in the competition during the 4-0 win against Ukraine. The attacker was impressive and earned praise for his display but it seems it wasn't enough to convince Gareth Southgate to stick with him for the match against Denmark today. England are expected to be unchanged in defence, meaning Kyle Walker, John Stones, Maguire and Luke Shaw will all start in front of Jordan Pickford, with that back line ...

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Arsenal star Gabriel forced to withdraw from Brazil’s Olympics team due to knee injury

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Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes has withdrawn from Brazil’s team for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics campaign after sustaining a knee injury. Gabriel was given the nod as Andre Jardine named his 18-man team last month, along with players like Dani Alves, Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz and Sevilla defender Diego Carlos. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But the Arsenal centre-back complained of discomfort in his right knee after their first training session. Gabriel started physical therapy and was released from all strength exercises but the pain continued and an MRI scan on Monday confirmed that he was suffering with tendonitis. The former Lille player has already left Brazil’s training camp in Sao Paulo and will continue his rehabilitation with Arsenal...

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Rio Ferdinand reveals Barcelona “abuse” that “made him feel like a Conference player”

EURO 2020, JB's Column

Rio Ferdinand has revealed how Sergio Busquets mocked him during the 2011 Champions League final as Barcelona tore Manchester United apart in a 3-1 victory for Guardiola's side. Barcelona won their second Champions League title in three years by defeating Sir Alex Ferguson's team at Wembley. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Red devils had no answer for Guardiola's style of play, and were often left chasing shadows as Barcelona passed the ball around, something Busquets took great pleasure in. Speaking during the BBC's coverage of Spain's Euro 2020 semi-final clash against Italy, Ferdinand revealed how he was on the receiving end of some light-hearted ribbing from Busquets. He explained: "We were here at Wembley in the final and we actually got abuse...

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Lionel Messi mocks Everton’s Yerry Mina for penalty miss in Copa America semi-final

EURO 2020

Lionel Messi mocked Everton defender Yerry Mina after his crucial penalty miss in Colombia’s Copa America semi-final defeat to Argentina on Tuesday night. Argentina booked their spot in the final to play Brazil after a 3-2 shootout victory after a 1-1 draw in normal time. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Messi provided the assist for Lautaro Martinez in normal time and even came close to finding the winning goal but the game went to shootout. Thankfully for Messi, Argentina progressed and he will now have the opportunity to win silverware with his country for the first time in his career having previously lost two Copa America finals. Messi has Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez to thank for that after his three penalty saves, one of which was from Eve...