Newcastle not safe from relegation yet warns Benitez

Fabian Schar and Sean Longstaff’s goals help pulled the Magpies seven points clear of the relegation zone Rafael Benitez has warned Newcastle United are far from certain of Premier League survival despite Tuesday’s 2-0 win over Burnley. Goals from Fabian Schar and Sean Longstaff sealed the victory at St James’ Park, which moved the Magpies …

Klopp rubbishes Henderson bust-up suggestions as 'bullsh*t'

The club captain appeared to snub the German after being replaced in the second half of the 0-0 draw with Manchester United Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has dismissed suggestions he had a dressing-room bust-up with captain Jordan Henderson. The England midfielder and the Reds boss were involved in a heated touchline exchange when the midfielder was …

Solskjaer backs Fred to take his Manchester United chances

The club’s big-money signing must be given time to settle in, according to his new manager Six weeks after playing his last minutes for Manchester United, Fred is set to be handed another chance by manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on Wednesday against Crystal Palace. With the Red Devils plagued by injuries, Solskjaer hinted Fred’s exile could be …

'It might take 5-10 years' – Pochettino says Spurs need to develop mentality for title challenge

The Tottenham boss says this past weekend’s defeat shows that his side doesn’t have the mindset to challenge just yet Mauricio Pochettino says it could take between five and 10 years for Tottenham to develop the mentality to legitimately push for the Premier League title. Spurs fell 2-1 to Burnley over the weekend and now …

Why Solskjaer's Man Utd injury crisis is partly Mourinho's fault

The Norwegian could be without 10 players on Wednesday, but it is a natural consequence of demanding more from his squad than his predecessor did “My injury record is very low,” boasted Jose Mourinho on the day he was unveiled as Manchester United manager in July 2016. “So I never promote because of a need. …

'It's exciting times' – Leicester players excited to work with Rodgers, says Maguire

The manager’s arrival has left the the squad excited for the final months of the Premier League season, the defender says Leicester City’s squad are looking forward to kicking on from Tuesday’s 2-1 win over Brighton and Hove Albion under the leadership of Brendan Rodgers, says Harry Maguire. The Foxes, who sacked Claude Puel on …

'He wanted the first or fifth penalty' – Pep gushes over Sterling's thirst for responsibility

Click:B27055-1 The England international made evident his fearlessness in a time of great pressure, something his Catalan coach was quick to praise Raheem Sterling showed ‘courage’ in stepping up to convert the decisive penalty in Manchester City’s Carabao Cup final victory, earning the admiration of manager Pep Guardiola in the process. City return to action …

It's 'survival of the fittest' at Man Utd – Solskjaer

The United caretaker-boss insists there will be no compromise in approach as he comes to terms with the absence of 10 injured players Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has called life as a Manchester United player “survival of the fittest” as he comes to terms with an injury crisis which leaves him without 10 players heading to …

'I don't care if fans boo me, Chelsea are training harder than ever before' – Sarri

A fine start to life in the Premier League has turned sour for the Italian boss, whose Blues side courted even more controversy in Sunday’s cup clash Maurizio Sarri has called on Chelsea fans to give more support to their players and insists that the atmosphere in the camp remains positive, despite doubts over his …

Mkhitaryan turning a corner and proving Arsenal don't need Suarez

The Armenian had failed to set the world alight having signed from Manchester United and watched on while injured as Unai Emery signed Denis Suarez It’s not been easy for Henrikh Mkhitaryan to make his mark at Arsenal, but he is beginning to turn a corner. Since being restored to the team after a metatarsal …