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Tension, frustration and a dramatic ending
Pep Guardiola’s emotions were on full display during Manchester City’s 2-1 victory over Aston Villa on Tuesday. The manager, known for his animated presence on the touchline, did not hide his displeasure when referee Craig Pawson awarded a penalty following a VAR review of Ruben Dias’ challenge on Jacob Ramsey. The majority viewed VAR official…
Read MoreForest impress with vital win in London
Nottingham Forest took a major step towards securing Champions League football after a well-earned 2-1 triumph over Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The visitors began the day in sixth place but showed clear intent from the first whistle, knowing that three points would lift them back into the top three. It took just…
Read MorePromotion secured as Leeds return to Premier League
Leeds United have confirmed their place back in the Premier League following a two-year absence. Their promotion was sealed with two games remaining, thanks to Sheffield United’s loss to Burnley, which also guaranteed the Clarets a top-flight return. Earlier that day, Leeds had cruised past Stoke City with a dominant 6-0 victory at Elland Road.…
Read MoreBurnley secure Premier League return
Burnley sealed their immediate return to the Premier League with a vital win, while Leeds United also earned promotion following their dominant display earlier in the day. The result not only confirmed both teams’ top-two finish but also meant that Sheffield United must now navigate the play-offs. Josh Brownhill found the net twice for Burnley,…
Read MoreArteta pleased with Arsenal’s big away victory against Ipswich
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta heaped praise on his attacking stars for their clinical display in front of goal, as the Gunners brushed aside Ipswich Town with a dominant 4-0 victory to cap off a flawless week. Following Arsenal’s sensational win at the Bernabéu on Wednesday, the Gunners delivered another impressive away performance, firing four past…
Read More“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…
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