Jose Bolu

Apr162018 by JBNo Comments

Thierry Henry slams Paul Pogba after West Brom loss

Premier League

Thierry Henry has opened fire on Manchester United’s Paul Pogba for his poor performance against West Brom. The result gave Manchester City the Premier League title and the display was very different from the roaring performance Pogba put on just a week ago. The France international inspired a second-half comeback against City, but was taken off after 58 minutes against West Brom. Henry questioned Pogba’s ability to maintain top level performances. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); He told Sky Sports: ‘As soon as the game started, something was weird — the atmosphere of the stadium, the team — it’s so weird from what we saw from that team a week ago. ‘The commitment, the desire, and I asked if Pogba can do that all the time, the way he played agains...

Apr162018 by JBNo Comments

Monaco invite bids for Thomas Lemar

Transfer Info, Ligue 1, Premier League

Monaco appear to have opened the door for clubs to make move for French Thomas Lemar in the summer. The France international has severally been linked with a move away from Monaco, with Arsenal and Liverpool linked with moves for the 22-year-old. Arsenal made a stunning £92m bid for Lemar in January, as they attempted to replace Alexis Sanchez with him, and he has also been linked with Manchester City. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But, Lemar rejected the move and speculation has since died down regarding his future. Monaco’s vice-president, Vadim Vasiley, spoke to Telefoot about their summer transfer plans, and he appeared to have told interested clubs that they can make a bid when the window reopens. “A few hours after the match against Paris ...

Apr152018 by JBNo Comments

Why Rudiger has been frozen out by Conte

Premier League

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte left out Antonio Rudiger for his team's 3-2 win over Southampton as punishment for his tactical criticism of his side's collapse at against West Ham United last week. The Germany international had been one of Chelsea's standout performers before he was left out of Saturday's comeback victory, with Gary Cahill preferred. Rudiger is understood not to have been rested for the midweek game against Burnley. Conte was happy with his players "great heart" to comeback. "No (there is no injury), it was a tactical decision," Conte told reporters. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); This is just a week after Rudiger's comments appeared to call Chelsea's ability to see out games, after Hernandez's goal denied them a win last week. "I...

Apr142018 by JBNo Comments

Liverpool meet with £87m midfielder’s agent to discuss transfer

Transfer Info, Premier League

Liverpool have begun talks over a summer transfer for Sporting midfielder Bruno Fernandes, according to reports. The 23-year-old has been one of the club’s most important players this season, scoring 13 goals and registering 18 assists in all competitions this season. Fernandes already has four caps for Portugal and his performances this campaign have put him in contention to secure a place in Portugal's squad for the World Cup this summer. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Liverpool, however, are looking to add to their midfield options having already agreed a deal to sign Naby Keita this summer. According to O Jogo, Liverpool have been monitoring Fernandes this season and have been impressed with his performances. The report claims that Liverpool...

Apr142018 by JBNo Comments

Angry Zidane blasts ‘Real Madrid robbery’ claims

La Liga, UEFA

Zinedine Zidane has furiously attacked claims of a Real Madrid robbery in their controversial Champions League quarter-final victory over Juventus on Wednesday. Real were given a stoppage-time penalty that caused argument between football fans over whether it was deserved, which Cristiano Ronaldo scored after Gianluigi Buffon's red card for his protest against the decision. "I don't mind if people give their opinions about the penalty," he told reporters on Saturday. "But I'm angry with the robbery accusations. "People are upset with our achievements. There are people who are anti-Real Madrid. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "But nobody is going to change the history of the biggest club in the world. They can say or write what they want. "It's not...

Apr132018 by JBNo Comments

Torino steward has spleen removed after being hit by Candreva free-kick

Premier League

An Italian football steward had his spleen removed after being struck by a free-kick in Torino's win over Inter Milan last Sunday. Antonio Candreva sent a wayward shot towards goal that flew high over the bar before hitting Marco Rapisarda who was behind the goal. The steward had been facing the other way and had no time to brace himself for the impact of the shot. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); He was then taken to hospital after suffering from back pain, and was diagnosed with having a ruptured spleen. According to Sky Sport Italian, in order to stop the internal haemorrhage, the steward had to have his spleen removed. The operation went well but the 25-year-old is still in hospital, though he has been sent gifts from both Torino and Inter Mil...

Apr122018 by JBNo Comments

Max Allegri reveals what Sergio Ramos said to trigger heated bust-up

UEFA, La Liga, Premier League

Suspended Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos argued with Massimiliano Allegri over Wednesday’s controversial penalty decision and could now face another ban. The Spain international watched from the stands as Juventus scored three times at the Bernabeu before coming down to the touchline to try and cheer up his teammates. There was a five-minute delay between the penalty being awarded and Ronaldo scoring the penalty, and Allegri could be seen having an heated argument with Ramos in the dugout in the meantime. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After the match, Allegri explained their disagreement: ‘Ramos said the penalty was “claro” (clear) and I told him: “Not so claro, let’s say grey”. ‘I also told him that in the first leg in the 92nd minute there was ...

Apr122018 by JBNo Comments

Gianluigi Buffon angrily insults referee in interview after red card

UEFA, La Liga

Gianluigi Buffon continued to insult referee Michael Olivier in his post-match interview after his red card in Juventus’ Champions League match with Real Madrid on Wednesday. Juventus were hoping to overturn a 3-0 defeat from the first leg and were given hope when Mario Mandzukic struck twice in the first-half. Blaise Matuidi then scored the third goal after a mistake by Keylor Navas in the second half to level the tie. The game appeared to be going to extra time but the referee awarded a penalty to Madrid after Mehdi Benatia brought down Vazquez inside the box. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Juventus’ players were angry with the decision and Buffon saw a red card for his excessive reaction towards Oliver. ‘It was a tenth of a penalty,’ Buffon to...

Apr122018 by JBNo Comments

Marcelo aims dig at Barcelona over Champions League exit

UEFA, La Liga

Marcelo said Real Madrid were never going to capitulate like rivals Barcelona after the Champions League titleholders were able to survive against Juventus. Madrid were able to scale through with a 4-3 aggregate victory over Juventus in the quarter-finals, despite Wednesday's 3-1 loss to the Old ladies. Madrid were widely expected to qualify for the semi-finals following last week's 3-0 win in Turin, only for Juventus to mount a comeback in the return leg as they levelled the tie but Ronaldo's late goal helped them to go through. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Marcelo, the captain in the absence of Sergio Ramos aimed a dig at Barca, who surrendered a 4-1 advantage in a 3-0 collapse against Roma on Tuesday. "We should face and we did everything poss...

Apr112018 by JBNo Comments

Manchester United join Chelsea and Everton in race to sign £40m Richarlison

Transfer Info, Premier League

Manchester United are keeping tabs on Richarlison with Mourinho interested in signing the Watford attacker if Anthony Martial leaves the club in the summer. According to Sky Sports, United are monitoring the Brazilian ahead of a possible move when the transfer window re-opens at the end of the season. Richarlison would be seen as a direct replacement for Martial if the Frenchman decides to leave the Red Devils. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mourinho will be in the market for a replacement for Martial after news broke that the Frenchman rejected a new contract offer. Richarlison started his debut Premier League season in good form by scoring five goals in his first 12 matches. However despite not scoring in recent games since November — Mourinho ...