Barry joined Everton last summer at a time when the club was laying the foundations for a more promising future. Before his arrival, the Toffees had appointed several different managers, each of whom had been drawn into a fight against relegation. The club had also received a points penalty for failing to comply with the […]
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Inter opened their Serie A title defence with an emphatic 4-1 victory at home to Monza. The newly promoted visitors recovered from an early setback to reach half-time level, but the reigning champions dominated after the interval. Hakan Calhanoglu gave Inter the lead in the sixth minute, although the home side became too relaxed after […]
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Last season was Aston Villa’s finest since their European Cup triumph in 1982. They added a second continental honour by winning the Europa League, although their fourth-place Premier League finish would have earned them a Champions League place regardless. Villa endured a dreadful opening, failing to win any of their first five league matches. Yet […]
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Antonin Kinsky: A difficult outing for Tottenham’s new first-choice goalkeeper. His failure to deal cleanly with Jensen’s effort allowed Janelt to score, while his distribution was often inaccurate. 5 Archie Gray: Became the youngest captain in Tottenham’s history, although there was little reason to celebrate. Filling in at right-back, he understandably looked uncomfortable in the […]
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Gianni Infantino may have jeopardized support from several Concacaf countries whose votes he wants for his re-election bid after using a Caribbean Football Union (CFU) meeting to unveil millions of dollars in Fifa-backed regional development funding that had been held up for months. Several people present at the CFU gathering in the Dominican Republic said […]
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Mateta’s contract dispute marks another dramatic chapter in what has been an eventful spell for the French forward at Crystal Palace. The 29-year-old has earned cult status among the Eagles faithful, partly through his signature celebration of kicking the corner flag as supporters shout “boom”. He also netted the decisive goal in last season’s Conference […]
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The Tigers fielded a balanced combination of established EFL players and recent arrivals in their opening fixture. Just three of the club’s 11 summer recruits were named in the starting line-up. They included the two biggest signings, Greece goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis and Senegalese defender Mendy, who together cost more than £20m. Sweden winger Elliot Stroud […]
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Michael Carrick insists he will keep a measured perspective, although he has demanded a better display after Manchester United opened their campaign with a 2-0 loss at Hull. It was United’s fourth opening-day defeat in seven years, with Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy capitalising on weak set-piece defending. The United head coach remained composed in […]
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Aston Villa are nearing an agreement to recruit Germany midfielder Leon Goretzka on a free transfer. The 31-year-old became a free agent after departing Bayern Munich this summer, and discussions with Villa have reportedly progressed well. Manager Unai Emery wants to strengthen his midfield because Amadou Onana is expected to remain sidelined until next year […]
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Konstantinos Tzolakis: Produced an outstanding one-handed stop to keep out Mbeumo’s angled effort and confidently dealt with high deliveries. An excellent debut. 8. Lewie Coyle (off 70): His early deep delivery toward McBurnie from the right wing-back channel showed Hull’s intention to threaten from wide positions. 7. Semi Ajayi (off 63): Reacted quickly to fire […]
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