Howard Webb has faced criticism after revealing what he told the referee during a controversial decision involving Arsenal’s William Saliba in their recent Premier League game against Bournemouth. Webb, head of PGMOL, apologized to Arsenal supporters, stating that the referee’s action did not align with his guidance. His comments have reignited debates over VAR and officiating standards in English football. The incident occurred during the first half, when Saliba was initially shown a yellow card by referee Rob Jones for fouling Bournemouth’s Evanilson. However, after a VAR review, the card was upgraded to a red for denying a clear goal-scoring…
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Manchester City forward Jack Grealish revealed that his new goal celebration is dedicated to his newborn daughter after scoring in England’s 3-1 Nations League win against Finland. Grealish netted the opening goal for England in the first half, finishing off a brilliant pass from Angel Gomes. His celebration, where he sucked his thumb at the camera, was a tribute to his newborn daughter, Mila Rose, an emotional gesture for his girlfriend, Sasha Atwood, who gave birth at the end of September. Grealish publicly shared the news last week. Speaking to ITV Sport after the match, Grealish said, “Yeah, that celebration…
Pep Guardiola praised Adama Traore after Manchester City’s 3-2 victory over Fulham. City’s win came from two goals by Mateo Kovacic and one by Jeremy Doku, while Fulham responded with goals from Andreas Pereira and Rodrigo Muniz. Traore, however, had several chances that could have changed the game. In the first half, he outran Rico Lewis and had a clear shot on goal but missed, hitting the crossbar minutes later. In the second half, he also beat Kyle Walker in a sprint but couldn’t get past Ederson in a one-on-one. After the game, Guardiola said, “Adama was unstoppable today. Whenever…
Reports suggest that Txiki Begiristain’s departure from Manchester City had been expected for some time, especially following the club’s remarkable treble-winning season in 2022-23. While his exit seemed inevitable, the decision to part ways with Begiristain was finalized over the summer, giving City sufficient time to search for a replacement. Begiristain played a pivotal role in shaping the club’s recruitment strategy, and Sporting CP’s director of football, Hugo Viana, has emerged as the frontrunner to succeed him. Despite the significance of Begiristain’s exit, Fabrizio Romano reports that it will not affect manager Pep Guardiola’s future. Although Begiristain and Guardiola share…
Barcelona is currently awaiting Paul Pogba’s decision on a possible transfer after his suspension ends, generating significant interest due to his existing contract with Juventus and the prospect of a move to the Catalan club. Reports from Spanish sources suggest a potential implicit agreement, or “collusion,” between Barcelona, Pogba, and his agent. This has drawn attention in the football world, as such dealings could indicate behind-the-scenes efforts to facilitate the transfer while remaining within official rules. In this context, “collusion” implies discreet cooperation among the parties to achieve a shared goal, possibly bypassing standard transfer processes. Speculation around Pogba’s future…
Manchester City, the current Premier League champions, are facing a significant Financial Fair Play (FFP) case, with 115 charges brought against the club. As the hearing progresses, the club awaits the outcome, which could have major implications for their future in English football. There has been much speculation about the potential consequences if City are found guilty. The harshest penalties being considered include expulsion from the Premier League or even the English Football League (EFL). Other possible sanctions, such as a substantial points deduction or a transfer ban, could severely affect the club’s performance. However, City continue to maintain their…
Chelsea will face Liverpool at Anfield later this month without key defenders Marc Cucurella and Wesley Fofana, who are both suspended after receiving their fifth yellow cards of the season. This will force manager Enzo Maresca to make adjustments to his lineup for the challenging match against the Premier League leaders. In defense, Tosin Adarabioyo is the favorite to replace Fofana at center-back alongside Levi Colwill, though Axel Disasi and Benoit Badiashile are other options. At left-back, while Ben Chilwell could return, new signing Renato Veiga, who impressed with a goal in Chelsea’s recent 4-2 win over Gent, is more…
Pep Guardiola emphasized that Manchester City must manage Erling Haaland carefully, even if it means playing with less certainty. Shortly after securing a calm finish following a rounding of the goalkeeper in City’s Champions League win over Slovan Bratislava, Haaland had an extended conversation with Guardiola as they left the field together. Although Guardiola would prefer to keep Haaland on the pitch for the entire match, he must account for the demanding schedule. After a physical encounter at St. James’ Park over the weekend, Haaland decided it was enough in Slovakia. “I would keep him playing all the time, but…
Some might argue that Arsenal’s recent Champions League win over Paris Saint-Germain was a defining moment, highlighting their strength on the European stage. However, club legend Thierry Henry remains unconvinced. Although Arsenal controlled much of the match and deserved the win, Henry is reluctant to call it a true statement victory. While he acknowledges the team’s solid performance, he believes they need to do more to prove their credentials. Arsenal’s Champions League campaign started with a 0-0 draw against Atalanta in Italy, where goalkeeper David Raya made a crucial double save from a penalty to secure the clean sheet. Following…
Rodri’s injury during Manchester City’s match against Arsenal has sparked concern, as the midfielder may face an extended spell on the sidelines. The injury occurred following a series of physical challenges, beginning with a collision with Arsenal’s Kai Havertz early in the game. Just two seconds into play, Havertz’s shoulder hit Rodri, briefly knocking him unconscious for about two minutes. Despite this, Rodri continued playing, only for the situation to worsen later in the match. City fans were frustrated when Rodri appeared to be fouled during a corner, with many calling for a penalty. This incident came shortly after Erling…