Fulham 1-1 Tottenham (5-3 on pens): Ange Postecoglou is handed his first defeat as Marco Silva’s hosts eliminate Spurs from the Carabao Cup Fulham beat Tottenham to progress to the second round of the Carabao Cup Micky van de Ven gave Fulham the lead after scoring a first-half own goal Spurs responded as Richarlison levelled the […]
Will it be third time's a charm at Roma for Lukaku and Mourinho?
Romelu Lukaku once said he’d ‘run through brick walls’ for Jose Mourinho, a coach who understands the Belgian ‘needs love’… after their mixed time together at Chelsea and Man United, will third time be a charm at Roma? Chelsea outcast Romelu Lukaku landed in Rome on Tuesday ahead of loan move The Belgian striker will […]
CRAIG HOPE: Jamaal Lascelles entered Newcastle's ZOMBIE ZONE
Jamaal Lascelles entered Newcastle’s ZOMBIE ZONE after staying out until 4am…the city is a great place to live, play and party but can turn ugly in the early hours Video footage shows the Newcastle defender involved in a brawl on a night out A group of ‘six to eight men’ allegedly attacked the 29-year-old Magpies […]
Romelu Lukaku lands in Italy as he prepares to join Roma
Romelu Lukaku is given a hero’s welcome by fans in Rome as the Belgian lands in the Italian capital ahead of £5m loan from Chelsea… with Jose Mourinho set to reunite with the former Man United striker Romelu Lukaku has landed in Italy to complete his move to join Roma The Belgian will sign a […]
Rio Ferdinand reveals Arsenal star messaged him after 'rash' criticism
Rio Ferdinand has revealed that Gabriel Magalhaes messaged him after he criticised the Arsenal star’s performances last season. Arsenal news, exclusives and analysis The Manchester United legend has been critical of the centre-back a few times in the past over his occasionally ‘rash’ decision making that has, or nearly has cost his side valuable points. […]
Man Utd have six-man shortlist to replace Luke Shaw including World Cup winner
Football Digest: Analysing Man Utd's failed recruitment Manchester United’s late summer transfer priority appears to have shifted to a left-back, despite relentless cries for the club to recruit a new midfielder and forward. Luke Shaw may face months on the sidelines through injury, joining Erik ten Hag’s only other senior left-back, Tyrell Malacia, out of […]
Virgil van Dijk facing additional ban as Liverpool captain is hit with FA charge
Virgil van Dijk is facing an additional ban for his reaction to his red card in Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Newcastle United on Sunday. The new Liverpool captain was dismissed in the first half at St James’ Park for denying a clear goalscoring opportunity after fouling Alexander Isak. Van Dijk, who will serve a one-game […]
New footage disproves Spanish FA president's World Cup kiss claims
There have been yet more twists in the controversy that surrounds Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales, with fresh footage from the Women’s World Cup final disapproving claims Jenni Hermoso lifted him up. At a heated assembly meeting on Friday, the 46-year-old football chief repeatedly refused to resign over his forced kiss on Hermoso and […]
Chelsea ‘propose Emile Smith Rowe swap deal’ as Arsenal reject opening offer
Chelsea are open to a swap deal involving Arsenal star Emile Smith Rowe, according to reports. The Blues are claimed to have seen an opening offer for the attacking midfielder rejected by their London rivals. Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino is keen to strengthen in attack before Friday’s 11pm deadline. Smith Rowe is one of several players linked […]
Chelsea’s Academy stars can rise to Carabao Cup challenge – Mauricio Pochettino
Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Thanks for signing up to the Football email Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino is confident the club’s Academy stars can rise to the challenge when handed a chance to impress in Wednesday […]