'He is available now' – Wenger ready to give Wilshere more chances with Arsenal

The Gunners boss believes the midfielder is ready to play again after he impressed in in the club’s win over Doncaster Rovers Jack Wilshere’s performance in his first start for Arsenal since May 2016 left Arsene Wenger convinced that the midfielder is ready for a return to Premier League action. The 25-year-old was influential throughout …

Mourinho praises 'extremely professional' showing from Manchester United

The hard-nosed efficiency demonstrated by his side in beating Burton Albion was gratifying for the Portuguese manager Man Jose Mourinho lauded Manchester United’s professionalism after they began their EFL Cup defence with a comfortable 4-1 win over Burton Albion. Hosting a Championship side showing nine changes from their weekend fixture hardly represented the strongest challenge …

Record-breaker Rashford can become a Manchester United great

The England striker continued his great run of form in front of goal in the 4-1 Carabao Cup victory over Burton Albion Manchester United strolled to victory in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday, with Marcus Rashford netting two early goals and later grabbing an assist in the 4-1 win over Burton Albion at Old Trafford. The …

Carabao Cup draw: Chelsea host Everton as Man Utd take on Swansea in fourth round

Two all-Premier League ties catch the eye for the next round of the cup competition, while Arsenal face Championship side Norwich City Chelsea have been drawn against Everton at Stamford Bridge while Manchester United will take on Swansea in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup. The two Premier League giants went through with ease …

Magical Musonda leads the way for Chelsea's young stars

Antonio Conte saw his side dominate their lower league opponents as he handed debuts and overdue starts to a host of younger players Michy Batshuayi’s hat-trick and a set of dazzling displays from several youngsters, including Charly Musonda Jr., meant Chelsea eased to victory in a perfect night for the club.  Antonio Conte’s dream would have …

Jack's back! Wilshere shows Arsenal what they've been missing

493 days after his last start for Arsenal an impressive Wilshere continued his return to the first team at the heart of midfield May 15, 2016 was the last time Jack Wilshere started a competitive match for Arsenal. It’s been a long, arduous journey for the one-time poster boy of English football, who has seen several …

Wilshere goes full 90 for Arsenal for the first time in nearly three years

The midfielder played out a full match for the Gunners for the first time in nearly three years Jack Wilshere played a rare full match for Arsenal in Wednesday’s narrow 1-0 win over Doncaster Rovers.  The oft-injured midfielder, who spent last season on loan to Bournemouth, had not played a complete game for the Gunners …

Ethan Ampadu becomes youngest Chelsea player in over a decade

The Blues had 17-year-old Ethan Ampadu make his debut to become the youngest player for the club in over 10 years Ethan Ampadu has become the youngest debutant for Chelsea in over a decade after making his first appearance for the club at the tender age of 17 years and six days old.  Michael Woods …

Gundogan goes off injured in Manchester City's Carabao Cup match

The midfielder recently returned from injury but may now face another spell on the sidelines after going down following a tackle Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan appears to have suffered another injury after being substituted in the Citizens’ Carabao Cup match against West Bromwich Albion. Gundogan went down after a challenge from Claudio Yacob, who picked …

Man Utd defender Lindelof wasn't strong enough for Birmingham – Rowett

The former Blues boss said he considered signing the young defender but opted against it because of the player’s physical shortcomings Birmingham City passed up the opportunity to sign Manchester United defender Victor Lindelof because he was not strong enough, according to former Blues manager Gary Rowett. The Red Devils signed the 23-year-old Sweden international …