Arsenal are flat-track bullies and will miss out on top four – Merson

The former Gunners midfielder remains unconvinced by Unai Emery’s side, with there a feeling that they will come up short in a Champions League bid Arsenal have been billed as “flat-track bullies” by Paul Merson, with the former Gunners midfielder expecting Unai Emery’s side to come up short in their bid to secure a top-four finish. …

'Ronaldo not doing what he's done in the past' – Juventus star told Champions League performances have dipped

Italy boss Roberto Mancini has seen the Portuguese star in Serie A, but the Bianconeri are waiting on an inspirational showing in European competition Cristiano Ronaldo has been told he is not doing “what he’s done in the past” when in Champions League action, with Roberto Mancini seeing more success for the Juventus star in …

Griezmann names de Jong as best player he's played against

The Atletico Madrid star picked out the future Barca midfielder as the top opponent he’s taken on Antoine Griezmann says Frenkie de Jong is the best player he’s played against while also naming Diego Costa as his favourite team-mate to play with. Griezmann and France took on de Jong and the Netherlands in the UEFA …

Former Arsenal midfielder Diaby confirms retirement

After a career riddled by injuries, former Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby has confirmed his retirement. Former Arsenal and France midfielder Abou Diaby confirmed his retirement on Monday after a career riddled by injuries. Diaby, 32, last played competitively in August 2016, when he lined up for Marseille in Ligue 1. However, injury woes disrupted and …

Liverpool lacked 'a spark' against Man Utd, says Robertson

The defender wants improvement from his team, who lacked a bit of energy at Old Trafford Andy Robertson accepts Liverpool have lacked a “spark” as their Premier League title bid stutters. Jurgen Klopp’s men are a point clear at the top after a 0-0 draw at Manchester United on Sunday, although they have now won …

'I want to work with people I love' – Mourinho looking to avoid conflict at next job

Sacked by Manchester United in December, the manager wants to avoid internal conflict wherever he ends up next Jose Mourinho revealed his next job in management would include working with people that he loves. The Portuguese tactician has been without a coaching job since he was sacked by Manchester United in December. He’s taken charge …

'It was such a great decision' – Adams relishing RB Leipzig chance

The U.S. national team midfielder has fit in seamlessly with his new club Tyler Adams is off to an impressive start to his Bundesliga career, and the U.S. national team midfielder says his move to RB Leipzig already feels like its paying dividends. The midfielder moved to the Bundesliga after becoming a standout with the …

Quadruple bid will be tough for Man City, says Pellegrini

Competing for three more trophies will be tough for the cub, according to the Chilean manager Manuel Pellegrini warned former club Manchester City of the difficulties they face later in the season in their bid for a quadruple. City won the Carabao Cup on Sunday and are still in contention for the Premier League, Champions …

Chicago Fire 2019 season preview: Roster, projected lineup, schedule, national TV and more

After contending in 2017, the club took a step back last season due to a number of glaring weaknesses It’s safe to say the 2018 season did not go as planned for the Chicago Fire. After contending in 2017 thanks to the introduction of Bastian Schweinsteiger, the Fire took a considerable step back in 2018, …