Ronaldo scores as easily as he drinks water – Pogba
The Juventus forward has impressed during his early months in Italy according to the Manchester United midfielder Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba joked about Cristiano Ronaldo’s ability, saying the Juventus star “scores as easily as he drinks water”. Ronaldo, 33, has made a fine start to his Juve career, netting seven goals in 13 games…
Neuer confident despite concerns over Bayern Munich form
Amid questions about his form for club and country, the goalkeeper has dismissed any suggestion that he feels under pressure Manuel Neuer insists he feels confident despite concerns over his form for Germany and Bayern Munich in 2018. The 32-year-old endured a difficult World Cup after returning from a lengthy absence due to a foot…
Alexis Sanchez and five flops snubbed from world's 50 best players
Millions were spent on them and big performances were expected, but some of the world’s biggest names never lived up to the hype in 2018 Some of the biggest names in world football are fighting it out to be crowned the winner of Goal 50 after an exciting year where France triumphed at the World…
'I didn't insult anyone' – Higuain apologetic following red card
The forward apologised to the club and its fans after being sent off during AC Milan’s loss to Juventus. AC Milan forward Gonzalo Higuain apologised for his red card against Juventus, but insisted he did not insult anyone. Higuain endured a miserable outing against his parent club, having a penalty saved before being sent off…
Keown hammers Aubameyang: He wasn't ready mentally & he let Arsenal down
The former Gunners defender wasn’t holding back in his criticism of the 29-year-old for his performance in the 0-0 draw with Sporting CP Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown says Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang let the Gunners down during Thursday’s goalless draw against Sporting CP in the Europa League. Aubameyang was named among the substitutes at the Emirates Stadium but…
Draxler released from Germany squad for Russia on compassionate leave
The Paris Saint-Germain midfielder could yet re-join the squad for the Nations League clash against Netherlands. Julian Draxler will not feature for Germany in their international friendly against Russia after being granted permission to depart the squad on compassionate leave. The 25-year-old has left the group to spend time with his family, though the exact…
How will Mexico line up against Argentina on Tuesday?
El Tri close out the year with another matchup against Argentina, and Tuca Ferretti is expected to make a number of changes from Friday Click Here: true religion jean short The Mexico national team’s 2018 comes to an end Tuesday, with El Tri facing Argentina and looking to bounce back from a 2-0 defeat to…
Romagnoli joins long AC Milan injury list
Reports in Italy have indicated the defender could be out for a month with a calf injury AC Milan defender Alessio Romagnoli has joined the club’s lengthy injury list after the Rossoneri confirmed their captain has a calf injury. Romagnoli sustained the injury during training on international duty on Friday and reports in Italy suggest he…
'Solari has always helped me' – Vinicius hails Real manager's permanent appointment
The Brazilian teenager has impressed under the Blancos coach’s guidance in the first team Talented teenager Vinicius Junior has credited Santiago Solari with providing a crucial calming presence in the formative stages of his Real Madrid career. Real appointed Solari as head coach on a permanent basis this week following a successful audition for the…
'A grave and unacceptable mistake' – Irish club Ballybrack sorry for falsely claiming player's death
A minute’s silence was held in an Irish league over the weekend for a player who turned out to be alive and had been back in Spain for weeks An Irish football club has apologised after falsely reporting a player had died, which prompted the postponement of their own match and a minute’s silence to be…