'We'll fight for the title until the end' – Guardiola delighted to avoid Premier League champions curse

Click:endless sling Recent years have seen English title winners crumble in the following season, a fate that has not befallen last term’s victors Pep Guardiola is “delighted” by the strength of Manchester City’s title defence and said a win over Chelsea on Sunday will ensure his side challenge  all the way for the Premier League trophy. City …

'I always say the same thing: get the ball to Anthony and we will win!' – Mata gushes after stellar Martial performance

The winger found the net in sensational style on Saturday, while also bagging an assist as his side cruised at Craven Cottage Juan Mata has heaped praise on Manchester United’s Anthony Martial in the aftermath of Saturday’s 3-0 win over Fulham, singling out the Frenchman as a player who can win matches on his own. United …

Man City leaning on experience in title race against Liverpool – Silva

The midfielder has won three Premier League titles since 2010 and the Manchester City star believes that experience will prove beneficial David Silva is using the experience of past glory to help Manchester City in their Premier League title race with Liverpool and Tottenham. Defending champions City have the chance to move level alongside Liverpool …

Solskjaer: Mbappe-Rashford comparisons are understandable

The Man Utd boss believes comparisons between his young star and PSG’s World Cup winning forward are easy to make Manchester United caretaker manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer likened Marcus Rashford to Paris Saint-Germain sensation Kylian Mbappe as he hailed both players ahead of the looming Champions League tie. All eyes will be on forwards Rashford …

Fernandinho has all the qualities needed for centre-back – Guardiola

The veteran played an unconventional role in Manchester City’s win over Arsenal last week, but his manager believes he can succeed in the position Pep Guardiola believes Fernandinho can thrive as a centre-back during the final years of his career as the influential Manchester City midfielder prepares to make an international return with Brazil. Guardiola …

Liverpool's shirt sponsors & classic kits in Premier League history & beyond

As Liverpool’s current deal with supplier New Balance is set to run out next season, Goal takes a look at their sponsorship details Liverpool are known for their trademark all-red kits from their shirts all the way to their socks. Liverpool’s kits are synonymous with the club itself, and last year experienced the club’s highest-selling …

Sarri: Chelsea need to change tactics to beat Man City & the best midfield in the world

The Blues’ biggest tactical departure this season was at home against Pep Guardiola’s side and they now prepare for round two at the Etihad Stadium Maurizio Sarri thinks the way Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City play forces Chelsea to change tactics, leading to Eden Hazard playing in the central striker role. Hazard has expressed his preference …

‘Today he was a different class’ – Robertson hails Keita after ‘best’ Liverpool performance

The midfielder has struggled in his debut season at Anfield but his team-mate backs him to settle in and build off a strong outing Andy Robertson hailed “fantastic” Naby Keita’s performance in Liverpool’s 3-0 win over Bournemouth, and believes the under-fire midfielder just needs time to settle in with the side. Much was expected of …

Silva wants answers from Probert after Zouma red

The French defender was sent off after the full-time whistle as the Toffees slumped to a 1-0 defeat at Vicarage Road Everton boss Marco Silva pledged to seek answers from referee Lee Probert after Kurt Zouma was sent off after full-time of the 1-0 loss at Watford. The Everton players fumed as Andre Gray’s 65th-minute goal …

Klopp hails 'outstanding' Salah as Liverpool star hits landmark in Bournemouth win

The Egyptian forward looked back to his best against the Cherries at Anfield to earn the praise of his manager Jurgen Klopp felt Mohamed Salah turned in a masterful all-round performance as he brought up 20 goals for the season in Liverpool’s 3-0 win over Bournemouth. Salah put the game beyond the visitors after 48 …