Europa League last-16 draw: Arsenal land Rennes while Chelsea face Dynamo Kiev

The Gunners have a specialist at their helm in the form of Unai Emery, while the Blues are seeking major silverware in Maurizio Sarri’s debut campaign Arsenal will take on Rennes in the last-16 of the Europa League, while Chelsea have been paired with Dynamo Kiev.  The Gunners, who overcame BATE on Thursday, boast a …

Sissoko happy at Spurs having previously sparked exit talk during testing spell

The France international endured a difficult start to his time in north London, but is thriving in the 2018-19 campaign and feeling much more settled Moussa Sissoko is happy at Tottenham, with his persistence and belief in his own ability having helped him to recover from a testing start and silence any transfer talk. The …

Spalletti dismisses Icardi absence as source of Inter revival following Europa League progression

The Nerazzurri swept aside Rapid Wien 4-0 on Thursday to make it four wins in four, and three without their former captain Inter coach Luciano Spalletti has played down the ongoing absence of striker Mauro Icardi from the side as having inspired a recent upturn in fortunes. The Nerazzurri swept aside Rapid Wien 4-0 in …

What does Chelsea's transfer ban mean for Sarri, Hazard, Higuain and Hudson-Odoi?

Friday’s news that the Blues have been banned for registering players until summer 2020 could have serious ramifications at Stamford Bridge FIFA have announced that Chelsea have been banned from registering players for two transfer windows after being found to have breached rules regarding the signing of players aged under 18. The club have also …

Liverpool players embracing Premier League title race pressure, says Henderson

The Reds midfielder insists his team-mates are enjoying the spotlight that comes with being involved in a title challenge this season Jordan Henderson insists Liverpool are relishing the pressure of being involved in a Premier League title race. The Reds are currently top of the league alongside reigning champions Manchester City with the Merseyside club …

'It's impossible' – Sarri rubbishes Roma rumour

The Chelsea boss dismissed speculation linking him with a switch to the Italian club and admitted to concerns over the victory against Malmo Maurizio Sarri has denied holding discussions with Roma officials about swapping Stamford Bridge for Stadio Olimpico. A report in the former Napoli coach’s native Italy claimed the Chelsea coach recently met with …

'He made the game easier' – Salah hails Klopp for realising Liverpool potential

The Egypt international has once again led from the front alongside his fellow forwards, and has lavished praise on his manager for unlocking them Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah believes that Jurgen Klopp’s tactical nous is what has helped get the best out of him and fellow strike partners Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino at the …

Malmo restores Chelsea confidence ahead of Carabao Cup final, says Oliver Giroud

The 2018 World Cup winner is hopeful their Europa League victory over the Swedish side will help to restore the belief amongst the players Oliver Giroud believes Chelsea’s 3-0 win over Malmo on Thursday night will help give them some much-needed confidence for the rest of the season. The Blues cruised to victory over the …

'We can beat anyone in this competition' – Hudson-Odoi backs Chelsea for Europa League

The teenager hoped he made an impact with his goal in the 3-0 win over Malmo and thinks the club are among the strongest in the competition Callum Hudson-Odoi believes Chelsea can beat any team in the Europa League and also hopes he made an impact with his goal in their victory over Malmo. The …