'I understand the fans but I need to do my work' – Emery defends decision to substitute Lacazette

The Gunners boss insists he did what was best for the team by withdrawing the Frenchman 75 minutes into their New Year’s Day clash with the Cottagers Arsenal manager Unai Emery has defended his decision to substitute Alexandre Lacazette late on against Fulham, which was met with boos from the home crowd. The Gunners secured …

'I do not like to make comparisons' – Herrera thankful to Mourinho but enjoying Solskjaer reign

Click:Custom Georgia Jerseys The Norwegian made it three wins in three against Bournemouth to match his predecessor’s managerial start at Old Trafford Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera says that the club are in a good moment under manager Ole Gunner Solskjaer following their 4-1 win over Bournemouth, adding that the players are enjoying themselves. Former …

Replays scrapped for FA Cup fifth round

Last-16 ties in the Football Association’s flagship competition will be decided with extra-time and penalties if games finish all square FA Cup fifth round ties will not go to replays if they finish all square in this season’s competition. The Football Association has brought forward the change to its flagship knockout competition a year earlier than …

Chelsea host Nottingham Forest in FA Cup and Man City get Rotherham

The reigning holders will welcome the Championship side to Stamford Bridge while non-league sides could await Arsenal and Tottenham Holders Chelsea will begin their FA Cup defence with a home tie against Nottingham Forest, while Arsenal could face non-league opposition in the third round. The Blues beat Manchester United 1-0 at Wembley in May thanks …

What's on at Wembley Stadium? Matches, gigs, NFL & events

The ‘Home of Football’ is a dynamic venue, capable of hosting a number of different sports and events Wembley is one of the most iconic venues in football, having staged so many of the game’s memorable moments. The hallowed turf has witnessed a World Cup final and a European Championship final, as well as hundreds of …

What's on at Anfield stadium? Matches, gigs, Rugby League & events

The home of Liverpool will soon branch out into hosting cultural and non-football events as part of their stadium expansion – so what’s on? Anfield is one of the most iconic football grounds in the UK, not only the main base of Liverpool but also its fans – a stadium Kopites call home. For decades, Anfield …

Barcelona, Man Utd, Belgium & football's 10 greatest comebacks

Stunning victories have been snatched from the jaws of defeat countless times in football. Here, Goal takes a look at some of the best comebacks AFP Newcastle 4-4 Arsenal | Premier League | 2011 The Gunners ran rampant in the opening half hour at St James' Park with Theo Walcott opening the scoring in the …

Jones over 'cr*p' FA Cup final outing as he prepares for Hazard reunion

The Manchester United defender endured a disappointing afternoon against Chelsea at Wembley, but his focus now is on England duty at the World Cup Manchester United defender Phil Jones insists he has put a “cr*p” FA Cup Final performance behind him as he gears up for England’s World Cup campaign. Jones endured a torrid time …

Top 10 biggest VAR controversies: From Confederations Cup chaos to technology breakdowns

The technology is being rolled out with the aim of eradicating refereeing errors, but its introduction has not been without drama Having been trialled in competitions across the planet over the past year and a bit, VAR (Video Assistant Referee) will be in operation on the biggest stage of them all this summer – the World …

Rudiger intends to win at Chelsea, with or without Conte

The Germany international defender insists uncertainty regarding the managerial situation at Stamford Bridge will not impact on player hunger Antonio Rudiger has given his backing to under-fire Chelsea manager Antonio Conte as the Italian’s future at Stamford Bridge remains unclear. Conte marked his debut season in charge by winning the Premier League in 2016-17 but Chelsea’s …