Inter Milan secured a hard-fought win over Arsenal thanks to a crucial penalty from Hakan Calhanoglu, moving them to 10 points in the Champions League group stage and keeping their unbeaten run intact. Football Italia, present at San Siro, rated Inter players highly for their grit and adaptability. Goalkeeper Yann Sommer received a 6.5, holding strong against Arsenal’s set-piece threats and making a critical late save against Kai Havertz. Benjamin Pavard also earned a 6.5 for his assertive defense and close marking, which were key in containing Arsenal’s forwards. Stefan de Vrij received a 7 for his commanding defense, with…
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Neymar believes one player has a bright future ahead with Chelsea. Currently, Chelsea has set itself up well for long-term success. Since Todd Boehly took ownership two years ago, the club has heavily invested in top young talents. Their approach aims to outbid rival clubs for top prospects, and they have often succeeded. Recently, Chelsea’s signing of 17-year-old Kendry Paez, already a star on Ecuador’s national team, was considered a standout move. However, that spotlight shifted when the club officially announced the signing of Estevao Willian over the weekend. Estevao, highly regarded in Brazil, has caught the attention of many,…
A Shocking Twist: Pep Guardiola Set to Let De Bruyne Join Liverpool! In an unexpected turn of events, reports have emerged suggesting that Pep Guardiola is ready to approve Kevin De Bruyne’s sensational move to Liverpool this January. The news has stunned football fans worldwide, as De Bruyne, the creative engine behind Manchester City’s dominance, looks set to join their fierce rivals. With rumors circulating that his jersey number has already been confirmed, the football world is bracing for the transfer to be finalized soon. This transfer would do more than just shake up the Premier League; it could take…
Manchester City suffered a heavy defeat against Sporting in the Champions League, marking their first European loss since April 2022 due to a poor second-half performance. Phil Foden put City ahead early, but despite dominating the first half and missing several chances, City allowed Sporting to equalize through a Viktor Gyokeres breakaway. Just 22 seconds into the second half, Sporting earned a penalty, following an early goal that stunned City after the restart. Gyokeres further extended the lead with another goal later, while Erling Haaland capped City’s difficult night in Lisbon by hitting the bar on a penalty. Here are…
Manchester City has just one match remaining before the November international break. City has now suffered three consecutive losses for the first time since 2018. Last Saturday, they experienced their first Premier League defeat of the season, falling to Bournemouth by the same scoreline as their earlier 2-1 Carabao Cup loss to Tottenham Hotspur. Most recently, Pep Guardiola’s side was defeated 4-1 by Sporting CP in the Champions League on Tuesday, after squandering a 1-0 lead. Following this loss, a commentator speculated on how Guardiola might approach his team selection for Saturday’s upcoming Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove…
Manchester City has now suffered three consecutive losses, putting Pep Guardiola in the midst of a mini-crisis. Many believe this downturn has been brewing for weeks, as the team has not been performing at their usual level. City started well in Lisbon, taking an early lead through Phil Foden. However, Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres leveled the score after City missed several opportunities. In the second half, City’s defense completely collapsed, conceding two quick goals. Sporting went ahead 2-1 thanks to Max Araujo’s goal, followed by Gyokeres converting a penalty after a reckless foul by Josko Gvardiol, who struggled throughout the match.
Ruben Amorim, the new head coach of Manchester United, bid farewell to his home fans in style as Sporting thrashed Manchester City 4-1. City took the lead early with a goal from Phil Foden, and Pep Guardiola’s side started the match strongly. However, Viktor Gyokeres equalized before halftime, and City collapsed in the second half, conceding two quick goals. Erling Haaland missed a chance to level the score and then gave away a penalty, leading to City’s heaviest defeat since 2020. Below are the players’ ratings: **Ederson:** Made a smart save to deny Gyokeres early, but was left exposed by…
It’s understandable for Bournemouth fans to be thrilled after defeating the Premier League champions, though Manchester City isn’t usually on the receiving end of such celebrations. Andoni Iraola’s team will need to build on this momentum. City’s first league loss of the season was a stark reminder of their current struggles. Following a midweek cup loss to Spurs, which ended their unbeaten streak, Pep Guardiola’s side finds itself facing challenges. Those who thought the title race was settled after Arsenal’s loss to Newcastle may need to reconsider, as City remains in the mix despite the 2-1 defeat, where Josko Gvardiol’s…
After the game, Guardiola spoke with TNT Sports and praised two players, which might surprise some, considering how disorganized and exposed City was throughout the night. “The first half was really, really good,” he commented on the game’s result. “From my perspective, we created a lot of plays and scored a goal. But sometimes we miss simple things every day. They had space to run, which gave us a bit of trouble. It’s possible.” “We need to avoid that after the third and fourth goals.” He added, “That young man [Simpson-Pusey] played great. Rico did as well. When you’re playing…
Real Madrid’s fans openly expressed their frustration during the Champions League match against AC Milan at the Santiago Bernabéu on Wednesday. The crowd made their disappointment clear as the team’s performance, particularly in the first half, was viewed as lackluster and below par. The match brought Carlo Ancelotti’s side back into European competition against a competitive Milan team. However, Real Madrid’s efforts were largely underwhelming, leaving fans disheartened and vocal about their discontent. Despite entering the game as Spanish champions and one of Europe’s elite teams, Real Madrid appeared far from their dominant form of last season. A series of…