Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has urged his players to perform better following their 1-1 draw at Manchester United on Sunday. Declan Rice’s second-half goal leveled the score after Bruno Fernandes’ stunning free-kick had put United ahead. The result leaves the Gunners 15 points behind leaders Liverpool, although they have one game in hand. “When we had the first half that we had, which was exceptional, we didn’t test the goalkeeper,” Arteta told Sky Sports. “We had some incredible situations, but we failed to get the final shot or the last pass.” “We didn’t capitalize on those moments, rushed the game,…
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Manchester United raised eyebrows when they signed Robin van Persie from Arsenal, luring Arsène Wenger’s star striker to Old Trafford. Van Persie, who made the high-profile move in August 2012, has now opened up about why he made the decision. The transfer, which saw the Dutch forward leave the Emirates Stadium for £24m and a four-year contract, was met with shock by many. However, the move quickly paid off as he helped secure the Premier League title in his first season under Sir Alex Ferguson, his first major trophy since winning the FA Cup with the Gunners in 2005. His…
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has spoken out about the “sudden” death of the club’s first-team doctor, Carles Minarro Garcia. Garcia tragically passed away on Saturday morning, just hours before Barcelona’s La Liga match against Osasuna. The game was subsequently postponed, with the Blaugrana announcing the news 20 minutes before kick-off. In a statement on Saturday evening, Laporta confirmed that Garcia died earlier in the afternoon “at the team’s training camp,” describing the loss as “sudden and very sad.” “Today, we lost a man who was loved by everyone at Barcelona,” Laporta told the club’s website. “He passed away this afternoon…
Enzo Maresca has revealed that Cole Palmer headed straight down the tunnel after being substituted in Chelsea’s 1-0 win over Leicester City because he had been playing through illness. The Blues’ forward is going through a rare goal drought and missed a golden opportunity to break it when he had a penalty saved by Mads Hermansen in the first half. Palmer’s miss marked the first penalty miss of his senior career. The England international was substituted in the second half, a move that was unusual at Stamford Bridge. After the match, Maresca explained that Palmer had been struggling with illness…
Liverpool extended their lead over title rivals Arsenal to 16 points with a 3-1 comeback victory over bottom-placed Southampton in the Premier League. The Reds were expected to dominate the struggling Saints at Anfield, but they found themselves trailing at halftime due to a costly error. A mix-up between Virgil van Dijk and goalkeeper Alisson allowed Will Smallbone to score into an open net, giving Southampton a surprising lead. However, Liverpool turned the game around quickly after the break. Darwin Nunez, who had been lucky to avoid a red card in the first half for a kick on Kyle Walker-Peters,…
Cristiano Ronaldo has reached another incredible milestone in his legendary career, scoring his 926th career goal. The Portuguese icon achieved this feat during a recent match with Al Nassr, further solidifying his status as one of football’s greatest players. According to Fabrizio Romano’s official Facebook page, Ronaldo’s goal against Al Ta’ee in the Saudi Pro League pushed his career total to 926 goals across club and international football. This achievement only strengthens his place in history as a footballing legend. The goal is a testament to Ronaldo’s remarkable longevity, consistency, and ability to perform at the highest level, even as…
Sean Kanu, the son of Nigerian football legend Nwankwo Kanu, has officially signed with Polish club Klub Sportowy Górnik Polkowice. The 19-year-old forward, eager to follow in his father’s footsteps in European football, joins the club in Poland’s third-tier league, where he hopes to make his mark and build on his family’s celebrated legacy. Nwankwo Kanu, one of Africa’s most decorated footballers, boasts an impressive career that includes winning the UEFA Champions League, Premier League titles, and two African Player of the Year awards. Sean has spent several years developing his skills, including time at Watford FC’s youth academy in England.…
Former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has confirmed that he plans to return to coaching in the summer after taking a break from the game. The 45-year-old Spaniard, who left Barcelona in 2024, has been linked with various managerial roles. However, he has now clarified his intentions. “I plan to return to the sidelines this summer. I am currently enjoying a sabbatical, but I’m eager to get back into coaching,” Xavi told France Football. “I’ve enjoyed watching Ligue 1 this season, especially PSG, Monaco, Lille, Brest, and Marseille. It’s been fascinating to observe the tactical approaches of coaches like Luis Enrique…
Callum Hudson-Odoi scored the crucial goal for Nottingham Forest as they secured a 1-0 win over Manchester City in the Premier League on Saturday. The first half was largely uneventful, with the two top-four contenders struggling to create clear chances. Nico Gonzalez came closest to breaking the deadlock with a powerful shot that struck the outside of the Forest post. However, Hudson-Odoi made the difference in the 83rd minute, calmly finishing past Ederson. The Brazilian goalkeeper had earlier denied the winger with a fantastic save, but he should have done better to stop the shot at his near post. The…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has acknowledged that he had limited involvement in the decision for young talent Chido Obi to leave the club for Manchester United. Reflecting on the transfer, Arteta expressed disappointment but respected the player’s choice. “When a player believes that leaving is the best option for his development, there’s not much you can do,” Arteta said. “It’s unfortunate because we want our academy players to be successful here.” Obi, a highly-rated academy prospect, chose to move to Manchester United in search of greater opportunities. His departure underscores the ongoing challenge for clubs like Arsenal in retaining their…