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Oct302018 by JBNo Comments

Nemanja Matic: ‘Martial does not understand how good he is’

Premier League

Manchester United winger Anthony Martial can become one of the best players in England if he realises his potential, according to Nemanja Matic. The France international has forced his way back into the team under Jose Mourinho, and has scored four goals in his last three Premier League matches. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Martial's latest goal came in the 2-1 victory over Everton, winning a first half penalty before netting the important second goal after the break with a curling strike. The impressive run of form comes amid talks over a new contract for the 22-year-old, who has rejected United's latest contract offer according to reports. Matic has been impressed by Martial's recent form but concedes he needs consistency in the future. “Ant...

Oct92018 by JBNo Comments

Nemanja Matic pulls out of Serbia team with back injury

Premier League

Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic has pulls out of Serbia's squad for their UEFA Nations League games in Montenegro and Romania due to an injury. The back injury means he is a doubt for United's Premier League match against former club Chelsea on October 20, according to Sky Sports. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); United confirmed Matic has returned to the Aon Training Complex to complete his rehabilitation under the guidance of the club, having left for international duty after he featured in United's 3-2 victory over Newcastle. The 30-year-old has played eight games in all competitions for Jose Mourinho's side this campaign, but could miss the chance to face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Matic made more than 150 appearances for Chelsea befo...

May92018 by JBNo Comments

Yaya Toure names Man United ‘b*stard’ as toughest opponent

Premier League

Yaya Toure has named Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic as his toughest opponent in the Premier League. The 34-year-old is set to bring an end to his career at Manchester City at the end of the season, having played a part in three different title-winning seasons. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It was revealed last month that the former Barcelona midfielder wants to continue playing in England, meaning he could once again lock horns with Matic who has impressed at the heart of United’s midfield after his move from Chelsea last transfer summer. MORE: FOOTBALL ‘I hate him, this bastard!’ Yaya Toure joked. ‘He’s such a difficult player to play against. ‘Tall and strong as well. It’s been fun to play against him, even though it’s difficult. H...

Feb242018 by JBNo Comments

Conte regrets selling Matic to Man United

Premier League

Antonio Conte admits that he regrets allowing Nemanja Matic join Manchester United in the summer transfer window. Nemanja Matic was part of the Chelsea team that won the Premier League title last season but he was allowed to join United in a £40m deal. The Serbia international is expected to start against Chelsea at Old Trafford on Sunday and Conte has claimed the transfer was ‘unfortunate’. Asked about facing Matic, Conte said: ‘About this player I can talk only really well because he played with us last season. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‘I think he was one of the key players in winning the title. Now Matic, unfortunately, is playing for Manchester United. I wish for him the best. Not on Sunday, but in the future.’ Tiemoue Bakayoko, who was...