Arsenal legend Ian Wright has urged Raheem Sterling to seize the opportunity presented by the club’s current injury crisis, or risk letting his career fizzle out. Sterling has struggled for consistent game time since joining Arsenal on loan from Chelsea at the end of the summer transfer window, having fallen out of favor at Stamford Bridge. The 30-year-old, a four-time Premier League champion, enjoyed a productive spell at Manchester City, scoring 79 goals over three seasons, before being sold in 2022. With Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus both out for the rest of the season, Arsenal are without a striker.…
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Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman is set to make his return to Atalanta’s squad for their crucial UEFA Champions League second-leg playoff against Club Brugge. Lookman, who sustained a knee injury during a training session last month, has missed the team’s last six matches across all competitions. After weeks of rehabilitation, he participated in part of Sunday’s training session, raising hopes for his comeback. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, he is expected to be fit for Tuesday’s match at Gewiss Stadium, where Atalanta will look to overturn a 2-1 deficit from the first leg. Lookman has been a key player…
Referee Michael Oliver, who has officiated in the Premier League since 2010, has been banned from taking charge of the Carabao Cup final between Liverpool and Newcastle United next month. This decision comes after Oliver, a lifelong Newcastle fan, declared his allegiance to the club, which prevents him from officiating in any matches involving them. Oliver, 39, who grew up in Northumberland, has been seen wearing Newcastle’s black and white colors and previously stated in an interview with the Daily Mail that all referees must disclose any team allegiances to the PGMOL. As a result, he is prohibited from refereeing…
Despite Manchester United’s recent struggles, including a tough 1-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur that left them mid-table in the Premier League, many supporters still stand firmly behind manager Ruben Amorim. Their faith in him is grounded in several key aspects of his approach to the team and his management style. 1. Commitment to Youth Development One of the main reasons fans remain optimistic is Amorim’s focus on integrating young talent into the first team. In the recent match against Tottenham, 17-year-old Chido Obi made his senior debut, which demonstrated Amorim’s trust in youth development. Players like Obi, Sekou Kone, and…
Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski converted a first-half penalty to secure a narrow 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano on Monday, sending his team to the top of the LaLiga table. The win allowed Barcelona to capitalize on dropped points by Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid over the weekend, moving them from third to first place in the standings. Barcelona is now tied on 51 points with Real Madrid but leads on goal difference. Atletico Madrid trails by one point, while Rayo Vallecano sits sixth with 35 points. Barcelona had to work hard to end Rayo’s nine-match unbeaten streak in the league.…
Real Madrid is reportedly considering the possibility of leaving LaLiga due to growing frustration over refereeing standards, with Jude Bellingham’s controversial red card against Osasuna further intensifying their dispute with the league. Bellingham, the English midfielder, was sent off for alleged foul and abusive language towards referee José Luis Munuera Montero, a decision that Madrid vehemently disputes. The incident occurred during Madrid’s 1-1 draw with Osasuna, when Bellingham was shown a straight red card in the 39th minute. The referee’s report claimed Bellingham shouted “f*** you” towards him, but Bellingham maintains that he said “f*** off” in frustration at himself,…
Chelsea legend John Mikel Obi believes Victor Osimhen could still make a dream move to the Premier League giants, Chelsea. Osimhen was close to joining the Blues last summer, but the deal fell through, and the 26-year-old striker eventually moved to Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray on loan from Napoli. With Chelsea still struggling for firepower up front, Mikel expressed hope that Osimhen could make the move to Stamford Bridge at the end of the season. “Chelsea has always been his club,” Mikel said on the Obione podcast. “He’s openly said it’s his childhood club, and he’s always wanted to…
As of February 18, 2025, the UEFA Champions League is set for an action-packed day of knockout phase second-leg playoff matches, where the final teams will secure their places in the Round of 16. Today’s Fixtures: Current Standings and Format: The 2024/25 UEFA Champions League has introduced a new format, expanding to 36 teams, each playing eight matches (four home and four away). The top eight teams from the league phase automatically advance to the Round of 16, while teams finishing 9th to 24th enter two-legged playoffs for a chance to qualify. Liverpool FC led the league phase with seven…
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has expressed his intention to stay at the club until his contract expires in 2026. Despite facing limited playing time under new manager Ruben Amorim, the Brazilian is committed to honoring his contract. Casemiro was included in United’s starting XI for their 1-0 loss at Tottenham on Sunday due to injuries within the squad. Prior to that, he had been benched for 10 of the previous 11 league matches. The 32-year-old remains professional and focused on seeing out his deal at Old Trafford. “I have to keep doing what I’m doing, with respect and good behavior,”…
James Maddison marked his return to the Tottenham Hotspur lineup with the match-winning goal in a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in Sunday’s Premier League clash. Maddison, along with goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, made his comeback after injury, with Vicario returning from a three-month layoff following a fractured ankle sustained in November’s 4-0 win over Manchester City. Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou also welcomed Brennan Johnson, £30m summer signing Wilson Odobert, and Destiny Udogie back into the matchday squad. In contrast, United’s lineup was severely depleted, with a series of injuries and illnesses forcing them to field a bench full of eight…