Mexicans Abroad: Lozano goal finishes off Ajax, Guardado assists in Betis rally

“El Chucky” found the back of the net against PSV’s rival for the first time in three matches, bringing his goal total this season to five After being humbled midweek in the Champions League by Barcelona, things were back to normal for the most in-form Mexican player in the world. Hirving Lozano played a part in the …

Failed drug test the latest turn in Giuseppe Rossi's sad soccer tale

The striker who once turned down his native United States has seen his career hit another low after he failed a drug test in Italy Giuseppe Rossi’s roller-coaster career had already had its fill of brutal lows, which often overshadowed his highs, and his latest setback could be the one that signals the end for him …

'I believe in this team' – Lamela confident Tottenham will overcome rough patch

The Argentine says that Spurs have the belief and quality in their squad to turn their poor form around Erik Lamela has no concerns over Tottenham’s ability to halt their poor run of form, but acknowledged that Mauricio Pochettino’s side must change if they are to improve. Spurs surrendered the lead to fall to a 2-1 …

Ronaldo sent off in tears on Champions League debut for Juventus & may miss Man Utd return

The star man’s first game in Europe’s top club competition for his new side ended in less than a half hour after he was shown a red card Cristiano Ronaldo has been sent off in his first Champions League game for Juventus after an apparent clash with Jeison Murillo, which means the star may miss a return …

Sokratis claims fellow Arsenal summer signing Torreira 'becomes crazy on the pitch'

The Greek defender hailed the contribution of his Gunner’s team mate so far this season, saying the Uruguayan thrives in the thick of the action Arsenal’s Lucas Torreira “becomes crazy” when he enters the pitch and the defensive midfielder’s shift in mentality is “like Transformers”, according to Sokratis Papastathopoulos. Since joining the club for €30million from …

Mourinho's bus escort complaints dismissed by police after Man Utd's Champions League kick-off delay

Greater Manchester Police have argued that the Red Devils knew the situation well in advance and hinted they should have been better prepared Claims from Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho that his side were denied a police escort prior to their Champions League group stage clash against Valencia have been rebuffed by the force, who …

Allegri delighted for Dybala but demands more from Juventus

After a 3-0 victory over Young Boys, the Serie A champions’ manager felt his side could have scored even more Massimiliano Allegri felt Juventus should have scored more against Young Boys despite Paulo Dybala grabbing a hat-trick in a comfortable 3-0 win. Dybala’s treble made sure the Serie A champions prospered without the suspended Cristiano …

'I believe in my guys' – Guardiola fearless ahead of Liverpool test

Manchester City put their unbeaten league record on the line when they travel to their closest challengers for the title Pep Guardiola insists his Manchester City team will not travel to Liverpool in trepidation despite their poor recent record at Anfield. The Premier League champions have lost on their last four visits to the red …

Mourinho on Pogba row: No player is bigger than Man Utd

The Portuguese boss went into detail on his relationship with the French midfielder and explained his reasons for relieving him of the vice-captaincy Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has insisted that “no player is bigger than the club” while addressing a reported bust-up with Paul Pogba. The 55-year-old was speaking ahead of United’s trip to …

Pulisic and Bradley headline USMNT roster for October friendlies versus Colombia and Peru

The long-time U.S. captain is with the USMNT for the first time since the team’s World Cup qualifying failure versus Trinidad and Tobago a year ago Christian Pulisic is back with the U.S. national team, and after almost a full year away, so is Michael Bradley. The U.S. national team captain, who last appeared for …