Football is the world’s greatest sport. I think almost all of its lovers are in agreement that football has made them feel things that can be described as heavenly. On the occasions that it has brought unmitigated tears, the whole fabric of the beautiful game remains intact. The most vital component of football is undoubtedly […]

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An intriguing midweek clash between two teams possessing the capability to make it into Europe if a good stretch of form arrives. Leicester City have had all three of their league matches in January postponed due to COVID issues. Consequently, the only action their players have seen came in the 4-1 win over Watford in […]

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Wayne Rooney is nothing if not a fighter. The Manchester United and England stalwart with Evertonian roots represented all three teams with great distinction during a record-breaking playing career. The Three Lions’ top-scorer in history, who has also spent time in the MLS, began his managerial career in a part-time capacity in November 2020 with […]

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There is really no other way to state this: Everton are in crisis. The Toffees suffered the ignominy of being the second club to lose to Norwich City in the Premier League last evening. That means they have won just one of their last 11 matches and Rafa Benitez has unsurprisingly gotten the sack. Everton […]

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Many United fans see him as the potential answer to their midfield problem, insisting one day he will slot into one of the central positions and fit like a glove. Fans have compared Hannibal to Paul Pogba. The swagger and technical elegance is reminiscent of United’s current no.6. But coaches see Hannibal emulating another Manchester United academy graduate instead - Paul Scholes

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The defending champions hosted the champions of Europe in a pivotal clash for the summit of the Premier League. Chelsea knew a win is the only option to stop Manchester City cantering to the title already. It was an even contest over the first 15 minutes as both teams cancelled each other. City saw John […]

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A top of the table six-pointer on Saturday as league leaders Manchester City welcome nearest rivals, Chelsea. The defending champions have been ruthless in going about their business, sitting 10 points clear at the top. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙏𝙞𝙩𝙡𝙚 𝙍𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙪𝙚𝙨… 🍿#ManCity pic.twitter.com/mak25OKIHT — Manchester City (@ManCity) January 13, 2022   Pep Guardiola’s side are undefeated in […]

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It’s the most awaited matchday in North London. One of the hottest derbies in the PL writes another Chapter on Jan.16 when Arsenal travel to the Tottenham Hotspur stadium to play their North London rivals. While the emotions in this one always run high, there are added stakes this time, with both clubs closely contesting […]

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10-man Arsenal held Liverpool to a 0-0 draw in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semifinal on Thursday night as Granit Xhaka was sent off early in the first half.   A hard-fought draw at Anfield. Onto the second leg – 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿! ✊ 🏆 #CarabaoCup — Arsenal (@Arsenal) January 13, 2022   Under an […]

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