Aaron Ramsey knows reaching Wembley is a big boost for Arsenal as their FA Cup quarter-final victory over Lincoln ended a forgettable week in the club’s season. The Gunners eased to a 5-0 win against the non-league outfit after losing to both Liverpool and Bayern Munich in the preceding week, leading to their elimination from the Champions League and dropping severely off the pace in the Premier League title race.
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Ronaldo expecting twins?
Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo poses with his mother Dolores Aveiro and the club’s president Florentino Perez after a ceremony for Ronaldo’s contract renewal at Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid, Spain, November 7, 2016. Photo: Reuters File Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is about to become the father of twin boys, The Sun quoted a ‘family source’ as saying.
Christian Eriksen backs Tottenham to see off rivals and win FA Cup
Christian Eriksen insists Tottenham can go all the way in the FA Cup, even if it means having to beat the big guns of the Premier League. Spurs host Millwall in the quarter-finals on Sunday as they look to take one step closer to lifting the club’s first trophy since 2008.
Toronto FC, Philadelphia Union battle to 2-2 draw
C.J. Sapong scored the equalizer two minutes after Philadelphia gave up a goal and the Union tied Toronto FC 2-2 on Saturday. Sapong took a perfect feed from Fabian Herbers that left him one-on-one with goalkeeper Clint Irwin.
Arsenal reach FA Cup semi-finals to end Lincoln’s dream
Arsenal ended a miserable week on a relative high as they easily saw off non-league Lincoln 5-0 to reach the semi-finals of the FA Cup. The cup competition has offered solace to under-fire manager Arsene Wenger in recent seasons and the Frenchman needed this win as their Premier League and Champions League hopes died in the preceding week.
Still proud of the Imps: Lincoln City lose 5 – 0 to Arsenal in historic FA Cup match
Lincoln City’s long and historic FA Cup run finally came to an end this evening in front of a sell-out crowd at the Emirates Stadium, home of Arsenal. Manager Danny Cowley has led the Imps on a fantastic journey, and has battled against the odds time and time again.
The manager was speaking after watching his side claim their fourth win from five matches
Steve Bruce reckons there was one negative from Aston Villa’s win over Sheffield Wednesday – that Barry Bannan wasn’t wearing claret and blue. The diminutive midfielder didn’t have his best game for Wednesday but his involvement was a timely reminder of the mistakes made by the previous regime, particularly in the transfer market.
Listen to Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce’s verdict after the victory over Sheffield Wednesday
Jonathan Kodjia scored twice to take his tally for the season to 15 Championship goals, but it was not until a first-half change from Bruce that Villa started to take control. Rather than throwing on specialist centre half Tommy Elphick, Bruce introduced Alan Hutton to a right midfield role and put Mile Jedinak at the back alongside James Chester.
Sergio Aguero strikes again as Manchester City reach FA Cup semi-finals
David Silva and Sergio Aguero were on target as Manchester City powered into the FA Cup semi-finals with a 2-0 win at Middlesbrough. Silva put Pep Guardiola’s men on their way to Wembley with the opener after just three minutes before Aguero’s sixth goal in five games cemented victory in the second half.
Silva, Aguero send Man City into FA Cup semis with Boro win
Manchester City’s Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring his side’s second goal of the game during the English FA Cup quarter final at the Riverside Stadium in Middlesbrough, England, Saturday March 11, 2017.
Chelsea’s leading lights set sights on league and cup double
Chelsea are 10 points clear at the Premier League summit with 11 games to play and face Jose Mourinho’s Manchester United in the FA Cup quarter-finals on Monday. Kante, who won the championship with Leicester last season before moving to Stamford Bridge, told Chelsea TV: “We’re going to try to win everything.
Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea to scout Moussa Dembele
Silva and Aguero on target to seal Guardiola’s return to Wembley as Manchester City beat Middlesbrough to book FA Cup semi spot LIVE: Bournemouth v West Ham, Everton v West Brom and Swansea v Hull… all the Premier League action as it happens Spurs need to show they aren’t a stepping-stone club if they want to stop Alli following Bale to Spain SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: England should beat Scotland with ease… but if Farrell doesn’t play it could be very close Alli and Kane don’t need to leave for Man United to win titles like I did… they can do it with Spurs, says Sheringham ‘I expected something dodgy and this has proved it’: Varnish not surprised by British Cycling’s cover-up following sexism claims ‘You’re either God and you walk on water or you are the Devil.
David Silva, Sergio Aguero send Manchester City into FA Cup semifinals
David Silva and Sergio Aguero scored in each half as Manchester City became the first team to reach the FA Cup semifinals with a comfortable 2-0 win at Middlesbrough on Saturday . A dominant City cruised into the last four after Silva gave them a third-minute lead and Aguero struck in the 67th minute, with the visitors missing numerous chances to win by a bigger margin.
No reason for me to leave Atletico Madrid – Griezmann
Atletico Madrid star, Antoine Griezmann has responded to report linking him with a move to Jose Mourinho’s Manchester United. Conventional wisdom holds that France teammate and confidant Paul Pogba will be key to recruiting Griezmann to Old Trafford.
Manchester City mocked (again) for empty seats at the Etihad
City had the chance to cut the gap at the top to Premier League leaders Chelsea, who they still have to play, to eight points, but Guardiola’s side struggled as they lost ground in the title race. It was a strangely subdued performance by City, the result perhaps of Guardiola having opted to rest David Silva and Raheem Sterling from his all-star cast of attacking talent.
Middlesbrough v Man City, FA Cup football LIVE score
JAMIE CARRAGHER ON XABI ALONSO: Why he was Liverpool’s pass master, the wounds that never healed with Benitez over Barry and his gloating call from Euro 2008 after Spain’s historic victory ‘They have to go’: Varnish calls for British Cycling board to resign as she considers legal action after shocking sexism claims cover-up Spurs need to show they aren’t a stepping-stone club if they want to stop Alli following Bale to Spain ‘United are in great form… jumping all the way from sixth to sixth’: Chelsea mock Mourinho’s men ahead of cup clash SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: England should beat Scotland with ease… but if Farrell doesn’t play it could be very close ‘I expected something dodgy and this has proved it’: Varnish not surprised by British Cycling’s cover-up following sexism claims ‘You’re either God and you walk on water or you are the Devil.
Academy column: High expectations and learning from Adam Lallana
In our latest Academy column, we speak to Liverpool U23s’ head of development and assistant coach Tim Jenkins about supporting Mike Garrity and why the club’s hopeful youngsters can learn from watching Adam Lallana. We have some very talented young players here at the Academy and we want to give them the best chance they can possibly have of making a career in the game, with the number one target being to play for Liverpool’s first team.
Two ex-Rangers stars are among the best players Scott Brown has played with
… the finest footballers he has lined up with. The two former Rangers stars he picked in his #One2Eleven shown on Sky Sports’ The Fantasy Football Club were both young players with him during his time at Hibs. The first was former Rangers right back …
Rumour Mill: 5 clubs to scout Dembele | Sumaila to Rangers? | Lennon hails ‘big-game’ Cummings
Chelsea and PSG among clubs set to watch Dembele in Old Firm clash; Pedro Caixinha eyes first Gers signing and Lennon hails Cummings but chides him for ‘stupid’ red card Jason Cummings scored a sublime goal to give Hibernian an eventual win at Tannadice last night – but copped two yellow cards in three minutes, including one for this deliberate handball. Chelsea and PSG will be joined by representatives from Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City to run the rule over Moussa Dembele in this weekend’s Old Firm clash.
Manchester City Vs Middlesbrough Live Stream: Watch The FA Cup Online
… fans will be hoping that he stays with them for a few more years to come. This should be an intriguing cup clash. Sports fans can see this exciting Third Round FA Cup matchup via Fox Sports (after they enter in their cable information) CLICK TO …
Klopp rules out move for Hart – We have ‘really, really’ good keepers already
Linked with a move for Joe Hart, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said he was happy with the goalkeepers he had. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp insists he is happy with his goalkeepers, indicating he has no interest in signing Joe Hart.
Milan livid after Juve win with stoppage time penalty
AC Milan came within seconds of ending Juventus’ 17-month run of home league wins before a hugely controversial penalty gave the Serie A leaders a 2-1 win in a stormy match on Friday. The penalty was awarded for handball by Mattia De Sciglio although Stephan Lichtsteiner’s cross hit him at point-blank range and, in any case, appeared to strike his stomach rather than his hand.
Corry Evans and Craig Cathcart named in Northern Ireland squad to face Norway
Corry Evans has been included in a Northern Ireland squad that has also been boosted by Craig Cathcart’s return for the home World Cup qualifier with Norway later this month. Midfielder Evans has not played in over two months with his ongoing groin issue but his club Blackburn are fine with his selection, while Watford defender Cathcart is available for the first time since the summer’s European Championships having battled his own injury problems.
Mertesacker urges Arsenal to treat Lincoln with respect
Arsenal captain Per Mertesacker admits Lincoln demand respect for their FA Cup exploits this season as the pair meet on Saturday for a place in the semi-finals. The Gunners host the Vanarama National League leaders and go into the match as heavy favourites, despite a recent run of poor form.
Norwich sack Alex Neil after five games without a win
Powering their way to glory: Costa leads Chelsea stars in the gym as they bulk up in hunt for Premier League and FA Cup trophies British hero John Surtees – the only man to win both the F1 and MotoGP world titles – dies in hospital aged 83 Are Brighton ready for Premier League?From slick football in a stunning stadium to free kits for kids turning 7, here’s how they are shaping up for shot at big time ‘United are in great form… jumping all the way from sixth to sixth’: Chelsea mock Mourinho’s men ahead of cup clash Ferrari on fire! Raikkonen goes ever faster than team-mate Vettel just a day after he set new record lap time From Bayern Munich to Lincoln City! Grumpy Sanchez trains with Arsenal as they bid to avoid FA Cup shock by minnows From Shearer throwing ashtrays into the sea to his love of five-a-side, James Brown on how his book became the most popular read on the sport in the … (more)
Revealed: What Jose Mourinho whispered to Rostov star after the final whistle
Jose Mourinho was spotted whispering into the ear of Tomofei Kalachev after the final whistle of Manchester United ‘s 1-1 draw with Rostov in the Europa League – but it was all fun and games. The Red Devils were held in the first-leg tie as Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s opener in the 35th minute was cancelled out by Aleksandr Bukharov’s equaliser just after half-time.
B/R Experts: Big Game Predictions, March 10-13
After a thrilling round of European action which took the breath away, domestic football takes centre stage at the weekend. Premier League and the FA Cup dominate the headlines in England, while we also have league action in Spain, Germany and Italy.
Harry Kane: Millwall loan made me a man
Tottenham striker Harry Kane has admitted his time on loan at Millwall turned him into a man ahead of the teams’ FA Cup quarter-final on Sunday. Kane spent the second half of the 2011-12 season at the Den when he was yet to break through at Spurs and proved an instant hit with the Lions.
Baines: The Kids Are Alright
Leighton Baines has been enthused by the attitude as much as the talent of the young players who have broken into Everton’s first-team this season. Baines, 32, is the second longest-serving player in the squad, joining less than a month after captain Phil Jagielka arrived at Goodison Park in July 2007.
Rio Ferdinand names the player who will replace Lionel Messi as the world’s best
Former Manchester United captain Rio Ferdinand believes Neymar is the ‘heir’ to Lionel Messi and will replace the Argentine as the best player on the planet. Neymar, 25, inspired Barcelona to a stunning comeback against PSG on Wednesday night when he scored twice and grabbed an injury time assist for Sergio Roberto’s all-important sixth goal.
From glory to humiliation: PSG loses in dramatic style
… them the game,” PSG right back Thomas Meunier said. “We made an enormous amount of errors.” Shortly after the loss, sports daily L’Equipe’s website carried the headline “A Historic Disaster” along with a picture of midfielder Marco Verratti lying on …
Barcelona receive more penalties than anyone else – and here is the proof
The stats show that over the past five seasons the Catalans have benefited more from penalties won and conceded than any of their rivals Who is favoured more by referees Barcelona or Real Madrid? It is a question that has been debated furiously by fans of Spain’s two biggest clubs for decades and is once again in the spotlight following the events of Tuesday night in the Champions League. Barca completed the greatest comeback in Champions League history at Camp Nou, overturning a 4-0 first-leg deficit to destroy Paris Saint-Germain 6-1 on the night.
Are Conte’s Chelsea as good as Mourinho’s team featuring Robben, Lampard & Terry?
The Blues boss has shocked everyone with his transformation of a club that finished tenth last season, but how does his achievement compare to Jose’s? Antonio Conte and Jose Mourinho prepare to do battle for the second time since the Chelsea manager came to English football, as the Blues take on Mourinho’s Manchester United in the FA Cup. After Manchester City’s 1-1 draw at home to Stoke City, Chelsea’s gap at the top of the Premier League stays at 10 points with only 11 games left to play.
Harry Redknapp: Jose Mourinho wants Chelsea revenge and this is how…
That’s the opinion of Harry Redknapp who believes the Manchester United manager will want to avenge the 4-0 loss earlier in the season at Stamford Bridge. Redknapp told the Evening Standard : “There was no love lost between Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte at the end of Manchester United’s last visit to Chelsea .
Jamie Carragher makes surprising claim about top four race: Th…
And the Liverpool legend insists missing out on the Champions League will have major repercussions for whatever teams miss out this season. “There’s four or five, maybe even six top managers in this league who are going to be criticised if they don’t win the league.
Barcelona Made Champions League History With Huge Comeback Win Over PSG
Barcelona fans thought their chances to advance into the quarter finals of the Champions League was futile, considering the team’s humiliating 4-0 defeat against Paris St-Germain in the first match of the last-16 round just last month. But thanks to the powerhouse that is MSN – Messi , Suarez and Neymar Jr. – BarA a was able to overcome and make history.
Man City frustrated in goalless draw with Stoke
… table-toppers. Stoke remain ninth on 36 points. “Frustrated is a tough word,” City boss Pep Guardiola told Sky Sports. “We didn’t win but we didn’t lose. We created a lot of chances and they didn’t. We tried. We made everything and fought like never …
Hammer Antonio looks forward to second bite at Cherries
West Ham United’s leading scorer Michail Antonio is looking forward to getting back on the pitch for Saturday’s Premier League game Bournemouth, the team he scored against to open his account for the season back in August. Britain Football Soccer – Watford v West Ham United – Premier League – Vicarage Road – 25/2/17 West Ham United’s Michail Antonio shouts towards the assistant referee Action Images via Reuters / Andrew Couldridge Livepic REUTERS: West Ham United’s leading scorer Michail Antonio is looking forward to getting back on the pitch for Saturday’s Premier League game Bournemouth, the team he scored against to open his account for the season back in August.
Millwall boss Neil Harris wants fans to do club proud against Tottenham
Millwall manager Neil Harris has urged supporters to do the club proud with the way they behave at Tottenham on Sunday. The Lions face Spurs at White Hart Lane in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup amid concerns of potential unrest between fans of the two London teams.
Barca mounts 6-1 comeback to oust PSG; Roberto nets winner
Barcelona completed the biggest comeback in Champions League history by beating Paris Saint-Germain 6-1 to reach the quarterfinals on Wednesday, scoring the decisive goal of a 6-5 victory on aggregate in the fifth minute of stoppage time. Barcelona scored three times from the 88th minute, with Sergi Roberto’s dramatic late goal sending the Nou Camp fans wild and making their team the first to overturn a 4-0 first-leg defeat since the Champions League format started in the 1992-93 season.