Premier League
Unai Emery’s bizarre response to Arsenal’s draw with Wolves: Tactically it worked!
Unai Emery is facing fresh scrutiny from Arsenal supporters after his side’s 1-1 draw at home to Wolves, after claiming the match had panned out how he had wanted it to be tactically. With Granit Xhaka dropped from the squad and Mesut Ozil returning for just his second Premier League appearance of the campaign, the Gunners […]
Frank Lampard explains how ‘Infectious’ Jorginho became key for Chelsea
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard insisted he knew Jorginho had the quality to be an important player for the blues even before he became head coach. The Italy international has been on superb form this campaign, having suffered criticism for his performances under Maurizio Sarri last season at the club. In an exclusive interview with Soccer […]
Klopp hails Arsenal player Gabriel Martinelli as a ‘talent of the century’
Jurgen Klopp has described Arsenal star Gabriel Martinelli as a ‘talent of the century’ after his two goals against Liverpool at Anfield in the Carabao Cup. Although the 18-year-old was viewed as a signing for the future when he arrived from Brazilian club Ituano over the summer, he has quickly established himself as a huge […]
Antonio Rudiger declares himself fit to play for Chelsea this weekend
Antonio Rudiger is set to make a long-awaited return for Chelsea after the German defender declared himself fit to play. The 26-year-old has endured an injury-plagued start to the season, with a groin issue derailing his bid to impress manager Frank Lampard. But after a week’s worth of training, and no further aggravation for the […]
Granit Xhaka finally explains anger at Arsenal fans who booed him
Arsenal captain Granit Xhaka has offered an explanation to the club fans over the furious scenes that accompanied his substitution in their draw against Crystal Palace. Xhaka was taken off by Unai Emery towards the end of game, which saw the hosts throw away a 2-0 lead in the derby. With the Emirates Stadium’s jeers ringing in […]
Frank Lampard reveals return date for N’Golo Kante
Frank Lampard has revealed N’Golo Kante is set to return back to training this week as he steps up his recovery from a groin injury. The Frenchman missed Chelsea’s 2-1 loss against Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday and hasn’t featured for the Blues since a 4-1 victory away at Southampton on October 6th. […]
Jurgen Klopp threatens to boycott Carabao Cup over fixture pile-up
Liverpool may boycott their Carabao Cup quarter-final game unless a suitable date can be organised for the match, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. The Reds progressed to the last eight of the competition after twice coming from two goals down to beat Arsenal on penalties after a 5-5 draw at the end of 90 minutes. […]
Mason Mount reveals he ignored plea from his father for him to leave Chelsea
Mason Mount promised his father he would be a Chelsea regular after his dad pleaded with him to leave the club aged 14. Before this campaign, the blues had not had an academy graduate become a starter since former England defender John Terry. Frank Lampard has changed that, in part due to a transfer ban, […]
Jose Mourinho wants Arsenal job due to key personal motive
Jose Mourinho wants to become the first head coach to win major trophies at three English teams — which could interest Arsenal. The Portuguese manager is interested in returning to the Premier League and the Emirates could be one destination with Unai Emery under intense pressure. Jose Mourinho won the Europa League and the League Cup […]
Lampard hits back at Sean Dyche over Hudson-Odoi diving blast
Chelsea head coach Frank Lampard insists there has been no need to speak to Callum Hudson-Odoi in the wake of his controversial yellow card for diving against Burnley – which was described as “shambolic” by Sean Dyche. BHudson-Odoi was initially awarded a penalty for going down in the box during the 4-2 victory at Turf […]