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Rudiger blasts Edouard Mendy Ballon d’Or snub after Brentford masterclass

Rudiger blasts Edouard Mendy Ballon d’Or snub after Brentford masterclass

Premier League
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. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Malang Sarr was handed his Premier League debut, while Trevor Chalobah was given another chance to impress after his eye-catching start to the new campaign. Man Utd’s stance on sacking Solskjaer after Leicester City defeat Man Utd’s stance on sacking Solskjaer after Leicester City defeat Ronaldo names the favourite player to win Ballon d’ Or this year The Blues coped admirably with Brentford’s physical threat in the ope...
Hansi Flick gives Rudiger injury update ahead of World Cup qualifying game

Hansi Flick gives Rudiger injury update ahead of World Cup qualifying game

Premier League
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. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Speaking ahead of the game via iMiaSanMia, Flick confirmed that Rudiger missing training was more of a precaution than any serious injury. Thomas Tuchel names the player who deserves to win Ballon d’Or this year Portugal manager raises Cristiano Ronaldo concern after being rested by Solskjaer How rich are Newcastle compared to Chelsea, Man City & PSG "We have all the players on board. I assume that everyone can play. Antonio Rudiger didn't train as a precautionar...
Ferdinand names Chelsea star as the best defender in the Premier League

Ferdinand names Chelsea star as the best defender in the Premier League

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 goal, has been described as ‘immense’ by the former Man United. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Despite Chelsea having several defensive options in Trevoh Chalobah, Azpiliqueta, Christensen, Reece James and Thiago Silva, Rudiger has been a starter at the club this term after been out of the team while Lampard was in charge. Pochettino reveals what Lionel Messi told him after furious reaction to PSG sub Michael Owen blasts Jesse Lingard...
Rudiger rejects new Chelsea contract amid interest from PSG & Real Madrid

Rudiger rejects new Chelsea contract amid interest from PSG & Real Madrid

Transfer Info, Premier League
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. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Foreign teams are allowed to begin pre-contract negotiations with the defender when his deal enters the last six months, in January, and he already has a number of European giants queuing up. Chelsea opened discussions with Rudiger’s camp over a new contract months ago, though The Telegraph claim that he is unwilling to accept their offer of £140,000-a-week – which is a £40,000 increase on his curren...
Antonio Rudiger’s stance on Chelsea future amid possible move to Real Madrid

Antonio Rudiger’s stance on Chelsea future amid possible move to Real Madrid

Premier League, Transfer Info
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 the club. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The German star is now a regular again for the London side and they have opened negotiations with Rudiger’s representatives to extend his contract, which is set to expire at the end of the campaign. PSG boss Mauricio Pochettino names the most dangerous team in the Champions League Chelsea chiefs have ‘total belief’ that loanee will become first-team player Man Utd board told to sack Solskjaer an...
Antonio Rudiger makes decision on Chelsea future after talks with Thomas Tuchel

Antonio Rudiger makes decision on Chelsea future after talks with Thomas Tuchel

Premier League
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. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But Rudiger has established himself as one of the first names in the starting XI since Tuchel took over from Lampard and played a vital role as Chelsea secured a top-four finish in the Premier League before lifting the Champions League trophy. There has been uncertainty over Rudiger’s future, though, given the player is entering into the final 12 months of his contract with Chelsea and they risk losing him on a free transfe...
Pogba speaks out on Rudiger bite after France beat Germany

Pogba speaks out on Rudiger bite after France beat Germany

EURO 2020
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. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But Rudiger caused controversy just before half-time after he was caught biting Pogba when they were together off the ball. The Manchester United midfielder complained to the Spanish referee Carlos del Cerro Grande, who took no action, while VAR also did not review the incident. And Pogba wants the Chelsea centre-back to avoid punishment. He said: ‘In terms of Tony, we’re friends. There was nothing big. Pogba, who was named m...
Antonio Rudiger bites Pogba during France’s Euro 2020 game with Germany

Antonio Rudiger bites Pogba during France’s Euro 2020 game with Germany

EURO 2020
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 very vulnerable on the break. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Rudiger appeared to show his frustration before the break, trying to take a chomp out of Pogba as the two Premier League players tussled. The Frenchman gave a scream and appealed to the referee, but the incident was not looked at further by VAR and Rudiger was able to escape unpunished. ‘When you see Pogba’s reaction, it felt like a bite,’ said Patrick Vieira on ...
Rudiger sends warning to Mbappe & France attackers ahead of Germany clash

Rudiger sends warning to Mbappe & France attackers ahead of Germany clash

Premier League
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. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Both teams make up a tough Group F alongside Portugal and Hungary, who also play their match on Tuesday. And Chelsea defender Rudiger believes Germany need to adopt a more physical approach against the tournament favourites in their first Euro 2020 game. ‘Of course, they have good forwards, we have to be ready to win the one-on-one challenges,’ said Rudiger. ‘We have to be a little dirty, not always be nice or try to play nice footbal...
Antonio Rudiger slammed by Roberto Martinez over Kevin De Bruyne injury

Antonio Rudiger slammed by Roberto Martinez over Kevin De Bruyne injury

Premier League
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. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); And that trip to Porto, resulted in a double blow for de Bruyne. Not only did top European honours elude the Belgian and his teammates once again, but he had to be substituted on the hour-mark after the challenge from Rudiger - who has since apologised - left him with facial injuries. Rudiger said on Twitter: ‘I’m really sorry for @DeBruyneKev’s injury. ‘Of course this was not intentional f...
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