Gabriel appears to have reached the transitional stage Giggs referred to earlier. Apart from the opening match in Helsinki, the youngster was involved in every United pre-season tour this summer. However, his only appearance came as a late replacement against Atletico Madrid in Stockholm. His first contribution ended with a heavy challenge from behind by […]
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When Christos Tzolis moved infield from the left and surged towards the box, Kai Havertz sensed that a familiar pattern was unfolding. Tzolis had produced an almost identical move on his competitive Arsenal debut against Manchester City in the Community Shield weeks earlier. He attacked the full-back, shifted inside and sent a dangerous ball towards […]
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Several of Chelsea’s emerging attackers have found regular starts difficult to secure, as Palmer and Rogers have been named in the starting line-up for every match. Joao Pedro has started each of the three league fixtures, while veteran forward Danny Welbeck spearheaded the attack against Luton. Consequently, Emmanuel Emegha, who arrived from Strasbourg during the […]
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With Lawrence Shankland sidelined through injury, who should spearhead Rangers’ attack? Charlotte Cohen, Rory Loy and Michael Grant examine Derek McInnes’ choices before the important meeting with an in-form St Mirren side, including whether Kevin Kelsy is prepared to take responsibility up front. They also consider if St Mirren can maintain their strong opening and […]
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Rangers may have to spend no less than £15m to recruit Bologna and Scotland midfielder Lewis Ferguson in January. (Football Insider), external Estrella Football Group, an organisation with investments in clubs in Portugal and Italy, has reopened discussions with the owners of financially troubled Greenock Morton regarding a possible rescue package. (Herald – subscription required), […]
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Cristian Volpato’s immediate eligibility to represent the Socceroos will be determined by Football Australia after NSW Police confirmed that a follow-up test returned a positive result for cocaine. Police stopped Volpato on Sydney’s Anzac Bridge on 24 July, where an initial roadside screening indicated the presence of cocaine. The 22-year-old later arranged an independent examination […]
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However, matters at West Ham are rarely that simple. Questions still surround Amanda Staveley’s plans. Her agreement with former co-chair Vanessa Gold in July activated West Ham’s pre-emption rights procedure. The outcome allowed Kretinsky and Sullivan to expand their holdings, while fellow investors Tripp Smith and Terry Brown also increased their shares. In principle, Staveley […]
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Captain Jarrod Bowen struck twice as West Ham defeated Bolton 3-2 to move to the top of the Championship on goal difference. The England forward broke the deadlock in the 13th minute before scoring again with 13 minutes remaining to secure his team’s first victory at Bolton in 31 years. Wanderers, who suffered their fourth […]
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Football can be absurd, confusing and wonderfully entertaining all at once. On an evening that produced 37 attempts and 13 often remarkable saves, José Mourinho’s current club defeated his former side Inter as he returned to the Champions League with Real Madrid. Explaining exactly how they managed it is difficult, although Thibaut Courtois provided much […]
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The away side held a convincing and fully deserved lead at the interval, with McGinn’s opening goal taking his European tally for the club to a record 12. Buendia also found the net before Jackson scored his first Villa goal, taking advantage of an ill-judged charge from Yann Sommer to put the visitors firmly in […]
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