The recent signing at Lyon has not forgotten his former colleagues, taking to Twitter to congratulate the goalkeeper after he came on against Wigan Lyon winger Memphis Depay has sent a congratulatory message to former team-mate Joel Pereira after he made his debut for Manchester United. The Portuguese goalkeeper came on as a second-half substitute in Sunday’s FA Cup clash with Wigan Athletic, a game the hosts comfortably won 4-0.
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Manchester United make a 80m Griezmann their top transfer target
The Old Trafford outfit are keen to recruit the 25-year-old and Atletico may need to sell to fund the move to their new stadium Manchester United have made Antoine Griezmann their top transfer target and will tempt Atletico Madrid with an offer in the region of a 80 million in the summer. Manager Jose Mourinho is still looking to improve his side’s attack in order to compete with the best in the Premier League and Europe, and the Portuguese sees the 25-year-old France forward as a player who can provide quality across a number of positions at Old Trafford.
Wenger expecting ‘very quiet’ deadline day as he puts faith in Arsenal squad
Arsene Wenger has called on his Arsenal players to prove he is correct not to strengthen the squad in the January transfer window. The Gunners have yet to make any major acquisitions this month and Wenger has again reiterated he has no intention to buy before Tuesday’s 2300 deadline.
Sport24.co.za | Schweinsteiger staying at United – Mourinho
One-time outcast Bastian Schweinsteiger appears to be back in favour with Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho, who insisted Sunday the World Cup winner was staying at Old Trafford despite having yet to appear in the Premier League this season. The 32-year-old former Bayern Munich lynchpin started his first game in over a year on Sunday and scored his first goal since November 2015 as they beat second-tier Wigan 4-0 in the FA Cup.
Chelsea player confirms he wants to leave Stamford Bridge: Thi…
Begovic has started just five games in all competitions this season – all coming in the FA Cup and EFL Cup. 50. David Luiz – Luiz’s return to Chelsea came as one of the biggest surprises of the 2016 summer window The goalkeeper, 29, is wanted by Bournemouth and could reportedly move to the Cherries before Tuesday night’s deadline – providing the Blues can sign a replacement.
Jose Mourinho: I expect Man United to complete this transfer b…
Young has been linked with a move to the Chinese Super League as well as West Brom or a return to Watford . THERE are only three days left of the January transfer window, but plenty more deals should get over the line.
St Kitts-Nevis ranks number one in CARICOM in 2016 doing business report
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Vincent Kompany: The day I give in to my injuries is the day I…
Kompany, who has suffered 35 different injuries during his time at Manchester City , admits his fitness problems date all the way back to when he was just 14. But the City skipper, who is still only 30, has no intention of quitting the game he loves because he is certain he still has the qualities to play for one of the best teams in the world. Kompany made his first appearance since damaging knee ligaments more than two months ago as goals from Raheem Sterling, Leroy Sane and Yaya Toure sunk sorry Crystal Palace .
Tuchel frustrated with Dortmund draw
The BVB coach rued his side’s profligacy after they were held to a tie away from home, losing further ground on the Bundesliga leaders Thomas Tuchel voiced his frustration with Borussia Dortmund’s inability to put the game to bed after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Mainz. Marco Reus put Dortmund into an early lead after some good work from Andre Schurrle and they created a number of chances to double the advantage.
Tuchel frustrated with Dortmund draw
The BVB coach rued his side’s profligacy after they were held to a tie away from home, losing further ground on the Bundesliga leaders Thomas Tuchel voiced his frustration with Borussia Dortmund’s inability to put the game to bed after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Mainz. Marco Reus put Dortmund into an early lead after some good work from Andre Schurrle and they created a number of chances to double the advantage.
Premier League sides Hull, Watford upset in FA Cup
Hull City’s Abel Hernandez wins a second penalty after being brought down by Fulham goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli during the English FA Cup, Fourth Round match, Fulham vs Hull City at Craven Cottage, London, Sunday Jan. 29, 2017. Fulham’s Ryan Sessegnon celebrates scoring his side’s third goal of the game with Sone Aluko, right, during the English FA Cup, Fourth Round match, Fulham vs Hull City at Craven Cottage, London, Sunday Jan. 29, 2017.
Aitor Karanka sees bright future for Middlesbrough newboys Bamford and Gestede
Middlesbrough head coach Aitor Karanka has promised there is much more to come from new signings Patrick Bamford and Rudy Gestede. Former Chelsea frontman Bamford and Aston Villa’s Gestede have arrived at the Riverside Stadium this month for a combined total of 12million as Karanka attempts to re-shape his squad by adding more goals and creativity.
West Ham agree fee for sale of Dimitri Payet
West Ham’s wantaway playmaker Dimitri Payet has moved a step closer to rejoining French side Marseille after the two clubs agreed a fee of 25million. The 29-year-old has expressed his desire to leave the Hammers and has not appeared for Slaven Bilic’s side since refusing to play against Crystal Palace on January 14. A statement on West Ham’s Twitter page said: “West Ham United can confirm that a 25m fee has today been agreed for the transfer of Dimitri Payet to Olympique de Marseille.”
Late Steve Morison strike sees Millwall knock Watford out of the FA Cup
League One Millwall capped a significant week in their existence with a 1-0 home victory over Watford that took them into the fifth round of the FA Cup. Another convincing performance was finally rewarded with the goal it deserved when Steve Morison’s late, close-range finish ensured Watford became the second Premier League team the hosts have eliminated this season.
Andy Edwards resigns as Leyton Orient manager to take up FA role
Edwards announced his departure in a statement on Orient’s official website and the Sky Bet League Two club are now looking for their fourth manager of the season. “It is with regret that I have made the decision to stand down as manager of Leyton Orient FC,” Edwards said.
Celtic 4-0 Hearts: Match Report
Celtic beat Lisbon Lions record after comfortable win over Hearts Celtic went one better than the Lisbon Lions with a convincing 4-0 Ladbrokes Premiership win over Hearts at Parkhead. Midfielder Callum McGregor, who only started because Stuart Armstrong pulled up injured in the warm-up, opened the scoring with a well-taken goal on the half-hour mark.
Fringe players fail to impress Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino admitted he was left feeling underwhelmed by his fringe players following their narrow 4-3 FA Cup victory over League Two Wycombe Wanderers. Son Heung-min, who was among nine changes to the Tottenham team which drew at Manchester City in the Premier League last Saturday, netted a stoppage-time winner to spare the home side’s blushes.
Former West Brom man blasts Tony Pulis – ‘To play for him, I think I needed a pair of high heels’
Former West Bromwich Albion defender Cristian Gamboa has blasted Tony Pulis saying that he would have needed to wear high heels to get a game at The Hawthorns. The Costa Rica international arrived at Albion in 2014 off the back of an impressive World Cup with his country and began life as a regular under Alan Irvine.
Burton Albion analysis: five things from QPR win, no Nottingham Forest distraction
After a sluggish start to 2017, Burton Albion got their Championship account ticking over once again with an important 2-1 win at Queens Park Rangers. With the spotlight focused on Albion manager Nigel Clough following the approach from Nottingham Forest over their current managerial vacancy, Clough’s players made themselves the centre of attention with an effective performance.
Benny Feilhaber among US vets getting 2nd chance under Arena
This Aug. 29, 2015 photo shows Sporting KC midfielder Benny Feilhaber in the second half of an MLS soccer match in Commerce City, Colo. Feilhaber is one of several veteran players who thought their U.S. national team careers were over until they got a second shot under new coach Bruce Arena.
Red hot Adelaide thrash Sydney
ADELAIDE United’s W-League side completely ruined Sydney FC’s pending premiership party when the Reds belted the Sky Blues 5-2 in inferno-like conditions at Hindmarsh on Sunday. The Reds ended its season in style after recording a hat-trick of consecutive wins taking two top four scalps along the way including Sydney and Perth Glory 2-1 last weekend.
Graeme Macpherson: Ian Cathro needs to show both nous and mettle as Hearts head into key period
A large gust of wind swept around Tynecastle just after 10pm on Wednesday night. It was Ian Cathro exhaling a deep sigh of relief.
Lazio lose to Chievo despite dominating Serie A match
” Lazio’s hopes of qualifying for the Champions League took a blow as it conceded a late goal to lose 1-0 at home to Chievo Verona, whose goalkeeper Stefano Sorrentino was in imperious form on Saturday. Lazio dominated but failed to score without suspended striker Ciro Immobile, who has netted three goals in his last four matches, and it was made to pay for its missed opportunities.
FA Cup: Wolves shocks Liverpool, Son saves Spurs from upset
Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Richard Stearman, celebrates scoring his side’s first goal of the game with his team-mates during the English FA Cup, fourth round match Liverpool vs Wolverhampton Wanderers at Anfield, Liverpool, Engla… . Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Richard Stearman, celebrates scoring his side’s first goal of the game with his teammates during the FA Cup, fourth round soccer match between Liverpool and Wolverhampton Wanderers, at Anfield, in Liver… LONDON – Liverpool’s season continues to implode after second-tier side Wolverhampton Wanderers inflicted the latest setback in the FA Cup on Saturday.
Marine v Stafford Rangers Team News | Boro make Three changes to starting Xi, including a debut
Boro are looking to bounce back from losing to Grantham Town in their last league game, and as they look for goals, new signing Steven Craig comes in for his debut. He starts alongside Kyle Perry in a 4-4-2 formation, with Kris Taylor dropping to the bench.
Rumour Mill: Rangers bid for Jak Alnwick | Celtic ‘make offer for…
RANGERS have made a 250,000 bid for Port Vale keeper Jak Alnwick; Celtic have reportedly made an offer for Fenerbahce left back Hasan Ali Kaldirim; Hearts have beaten Hibs to the signing of striker Dylan Bykey; Motherwell have taken goalkeeper Russell Griffiths on loan from Everton and more in Saturday’s Rumour Mill Rangers are reported to have made a A 250,000 bid for Port Vale keeper Jak Alnwick in a bid to replace back-up keeper Matt Gilks who is a target for Wigan. Port Vale chairman Norman Smurthwaite claimed that though they received a bid for the player, “the terms were not acceptable”, so an agreement has yet to be reached.
Gomis scores hat trick as Marseille beats Montpellier 5-1
Marseille’s forward Bafetimbi Gomis, center, scores his second goal, despite Montpellier’s defender William Remy, left , during the League One soccer match between Marseille and Montpellier, at the Velodrome Stadium, in Marseille, southern France, Friday, Jan.27, 2017. Marseille’s forward Bafetimbi Gomis, right, challenges for the ball with Montpellier’s defender William Remy, during the League One soccer match between Marseille and Montpellier, at the Velodrome Stadium, in Marseille, southern France, Friday, Jan.27, 2017.
Meier fires Frankfurt 3rd in Bundesliga with win at Schalke
Schalke’s Guido Burgstaller reacts disappointed during the German Bundesliga soccer match between FC Schalke 04 and Eintracht Frankfurt in Gelsenkirchen, Friday, Jan. 27, 2017. Frankfurt’s head coach Niko Kovac reacts during the German Bundesliga soccer match between FC Schalke 04 and Eintracht Frankfurt in Gelsenkirchen, Friday, Jan. 27, 2017.
Wes Morgan, centre, earned Leicester an FA Cup replay with Derby
Wes Morgan gave Leicester an FA Cup lifeline after his late equaliser denied Derby in a 2-2 draw at Pride Park. The former Nottingham Forest defender headed home with four minutes remaining when it looked like Craig Bryson’s lovely individual goal just before half-time would send the Premier League champions crashing out.
‘I don’t want to regret not staying longer’ – Lampard fears early retirement
While the former England international is keen to return to Chelsea one day in a non-playing capacity, he is determined to keep going while he can Frank Lampard has no plans to retire, adamant that he does not want to feel that he “should have stayed a bit longer” after eventually calling it a day. The 38-year-old left New York City FC when his contract expired, having led Patrick Vieira’s side to the Eastern Conference semi-finals where they were eliminated 7-0 by Toronto FC in the play-offs.
Rakitic: There is no such thing as a replacement for Xavi
The 28-year-old fends off comparisons to his midfielder predecessor and reiterates his commitment to Barcelona despite reduced playing time this term The Croatian signed for the Catalans in 2014 – what proved to be Xavi’s last season at Camp Nou – and won a treble of La Liga, the Champions League and Copa del Rey that term. He went on to form a key part of Luis Enrique’s plans in his first two seasons, while he has made 14 league appearances this season as Barcelona seek a third straight title.
Man arrested by detectives investigating ‘historical abuse’ in football
… came forward to say they were victims of sexual abuse as youngsters. The NPCC said 22 referrals relate to other sports including rugby, gymnastics, martial arts, tennis, wrestling, golf, sailing, athletics, cricket and swimming. Police said due to …
Christian Eriksen has shone for Tottenham in recent months
Mauricio Pochettino has hailed Christian Eriksen as one of the top creative players in the top flight – but believes there is still more to come. After a slow start to the campaign, Eriksen has blossomed into a key member of Tottenham’s push for the Premier League title.
Arsene Wenger hails Arsenal’s refusal to give in ahead of Southampton trip
Arsene Wenger thinks Arsenal’s tenacity was overlooked in their recent win against Burnley as his own conduct overshadowed a dramatic late win. The Gunners boss said he would request a personal hearing following a Football Association misconduct charge after being dismissed from the dugout in the dying stages of Sunday’s Premier League victory.
I had no interest in Barcelona, but I would move t
Over the past year or so Barcelona had been clear, that they wanted a striker to add quality in depth behind Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Neymar. Playing alongside the trident is a privilege, something that all of the Barcelona squad have commented on at some stage.
Forest make Clough approach
Nottingham Forest have approached Burton Albion over permission to speak to Nigel Clough about the vacant manager’s job, Sky sources understand. The move comes 37 years after his father, the legendary Brian Clough, won back-to-back European Cups with Nottingham Forest.
Steven Gerrard: Set for Liverpool return
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says that he will do all he can to help Steven Gerrard’s dream of becoming a manager. The Champions League-winning former Reds captain, who retired in November after a spell in the United States, is due to take up his new role next week.
Ilkay Gundogan spotted in Manchester on crutches
He’s sorely missed by Manchester City at present and it appears Ilkay Gundogan’s return from injury is coming along slowly as they battle for a place in the top four. The Germany midfielder was spotted out in Manchester on Thursday afternoon on crutches as he battles back from a knee injury.
Dortmund defender Neven Subotic joins Cologne on loan
Dortmund says the 28-year-old Subotic, who has yet to play a Bundesliga game this season because of numerous injuries, still holds a contract through 2018 with the club. Subotic, who joined Dortmund from Mainz in 2008, says “I have a smile on my face today and am really looking forward to a new challenge at a new club.
Colorado Rapids 2017 Desert Diamond Cup Preview
Can you believe we are less than a month away from the 2017 MLS Preseason and the Desert Diamond Cup? It’s always an exciting time for the fans because it gives us a chance to see which players to keep an eye on before the real deal begins. This years is the 6th anniversary of the Desert Diamond Cup tournament, founded in 2011.