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“Tough victory puts Chelsea fifth in top four race” – Maresca
“Remontada” has been the most used word in football in the last few weeks, and on Sunday, Chelsea fans got the opportunity to use it with respect to their team. Matchday 33 saw the Blues take the short trip to the home ground of their West London rivals, Fulham, for the latest iteration of their…
Read MoreLiverpool icon explains why Trent Alexander-Arnold should be on the bench
Jamie Carragher has advised Arne Slot to play without Trent Alexander-Arnold for the rest of the season, despite the fullback still being an important cog in their machine. The Real Madrid-bound England international got their sole goal over the weekend in the Premier League to keep them ahead of the pack and within touching distance…
Read MoreLate drama turns despair into jubilation at Old Trafford
With just over 109 minutes played at Old Trafford, Alexandre Lacazette appeared to end Manchester United’s hopes of progressing in Europe. His goal gave Lyon a 4-2 lead on the night and a 6-4 advantage on aggregate. Thousands of home supporters began to leave, convinced the tie was over. TNT Sports commentator Rio Ferdinand captured…
Read MorePostecoglou defiant after Spurs reach Europa League semi-finals
Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou says he will be around “a little bit longer” after guiding his side to a 1-0 win away at Eintracht Frankfurt on Thursday night. The result secured a place in the Europa League semi-finals, where they will face Bodo/Glimt from Norway. Just a day earlier, the Australian coach admitted he…
Read MoreBodo/Glimt edge past Lazio on penalties in dramatic quarter-final
Bodo/Glimt made history by becoming the first men’s club from Norway to reach a European semi-final after a tense penalty shootout win against Lazio in the Europa League. The tie finished 3-3 on aggregate, but the visitors triumphed 3-2 on penalties after a gripping second leg in Rome. Their reward is a semi-final clash with…
Read MoreGunners book spot in Champions League semi-finals
Bukayo Saka experienced a rollercoaster night as Arsenal advanced to the Champions League semi-finals with a 2-1 result at the Santiago Bernabeu, sealing a 5-1 aggregate victory over Real Madrid. The visitors were awarded a penalty just 13 minutes into the match after Mikel Merino was brought down by Raul Asencio. Saka stepped up, but…
Read MoreInter edge past Bayern to reach Champions League semi-finals
Inter Milan secured a place in the Champions League semi-finals following an eventful draw with Bayern Munich at San Siro. Holding a 2-1 lead from the first leg, the Italian side were briefly pegged back when Harry Kane fired in a precise finish early in the second half. That equalizer jolted Inter into action. Lautaro…
Read MoreNewcastle strike early to blow past Palace
Newcastle United surged into third place in the Premier League after a dominant performance saw them dismantle Crystal Palace 5-0 at St James’ Park. With Eddie Howe still recovering from illness, assistants Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones guided the Magpies to another emphatic result. The home side flew out of the blocks, and Jacob Murphy…
Read MoreMbappe eligible for second leg
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti made it clear that his team will rely heavily on Kylian Mbappe as they attempt to overturn a 3-0 deficit against Arsenal in the Champions League quarter-final. The reigning titleholders are facing a daunting task after a heavy loss at the Emirates Stadium, and only a spectacular comeback at the…
Read MoreVilla come close to historic comeback against PSG
Aston Villa nearly produced a remarkable turnaround against Paris St-Germain but ultimately exited the Champions League after a dramatic quarter-final second leg at Villa Park. Starting the night with a 3-1 disadvantage from the first leg in Paris, the English side found themselves in an even more difficult position after conceding twice within the first…
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