Antonio Rudiger
Rudiger blasts Edouard Mendy Ballon d’Or snub after Brentford masterclass
Antonio Rudiger demanded an explanation for Edouard Mendy’s Ballon d’Or snub after his man of the match performance against Brentford on Saturday. Thomas Tuchel was forced to make changes in defence in the absence of his German compatriot Rudiger and most experienced central defender Thiago Silva. Malang Sarr was handed his Premier League debut, while […]
Hansi Flick gives Rudiger injury update ahead of World Cup qualifying game
Germany manager Hansi Flick has provided an injury update regarding Antonio Rudiger ahead of the country’s World Cup qualifying game against North Macedonia. The Chelsea central defender had missed Germany’s final training session ahead of the fixture. Speaking ahead of the game via iMiaSanMia, Flick confirmed that Rudiger missing training was more of a precaution […]
Ferdinand names Chelsea star as the best defender in the Premier League
Rio Ferdinand believes that Chelsea’s Antonio Rudiger has been the best central defender in the Premier League since the arrival of Thomas Tuchel last campaign. Rudiger, who has been part of the Chelsea team who have started the league season with four wins and a draw in their opening five games, while only conceding a […]
Rudiger rejects new Chelsea contract amid interest from PSG & Real Madrid
Antonio Rudiger has reportedly rejected Chelsea’s latest contract offer worth £140,000-per-week and feels it falls short of his expectations. The German star has been a vital part of Thomas Tuchel’s back-line since he took charge in January, though he will be out of contract next summer when he can leave on a free transfer. Foreign […]
Antonio Rudiger’s stance on Chelsea future amid possible move to Real Madrid
Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger is open to staying at Stamford Bridge but only if his demands are met, with the player aware of the interest from Real Madrid & PSG. The defender had looked set to leave last January but the appointment of Thomas Tuchel to take over from Frank Lampard revived Rudiger’s career at […]
Antonio Rudiger makes decision on Chelsea future after talks with Thomas Tuchel
Antonio Rudiger has already informed Thomas Tuchel he wants to stay on at Chelsea next campaign, according to reports. The 28-year-old had looked destined for the exit door at the club after falling out of favour under Frank Lampard, with PSG, AC Milan and Tottenham all monitoring the player’s situation. But Rudiger has established himself as one of the first names in […]
Pogba speaks out on Rudiger bite after France beat Germany
Paul Pogba has played down Antonio Rudiger’s bite after France’s 1-0 victory over Germany at Euro 2020 and has called on UEFA to not suspend the defender over the incident. France made a good start to their Euro 2020 campaign as Mats Hummel’s first-half own goal sealed a win at the Allianz Arena. But Rudiger caused controversy just […]
Antonio Rudiger bites Pogba during France’s Euro 2020 game with Germany
There were bizarre scenes at the end of the first half of France’s Euro 2020 match with Germany as Antonio Rudiger appeared to bite Paul Pogba’s back. The World Cup holders took a 1-0 lead in Tuesday’s huge clash in Munich courtesy of an own goal from Mats Hummels, with the hosts struggling to break down France’s defence and looking […]
Rudiger sends warning to Mbappe & France attackers ahead of Germany clash
Antonio Rudiger has sent a warning to Kylian Mbappe and France’s attackers that Germany will have to play ‘a little dirty’ in their first game of the European Championship. Germany will begin their Euro 2020 campaign against the reigning world champions, France in Munich on Tuesday evening. Both teams make up a tough Group F alongside […]
Antonio Rudiger slammed by Roberto Martinez over Kevin De Bruyne injury
Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez has slammed Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger for his reckless challenge which has cast doubt over Kevin de Bruyne’s Euro 2020 dreams. The midfielder turned ‘false nine’ captained Man City as they slipped to a defeat at the hands of his former team Chelsea in the UEFA Champions League final on Saturday. And that trip […]