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Deserved award? Fans debate coronation of Benni McCarthy as PSL Coach of the Season

Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has won the Premier League's Player of the Month award for the second straight month, following a showstopping June for the Portuguese midfielder. Bruno has played no small part in United's recent resurgence that has some tentatively touting the club for a 2020/21 title challenge. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looked written off earlier this season but his January addition from Sporting CP has helped revitalise the club, who now look like a good bet to...
Original author: Robbie Copeland
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FIFA 21: Who are the best free agents in the game?

nals The draws for the quarter-finals and semi-finals of the 2019 Champions League have been made ahead of the delayed competition’s scheduled restart in early August. The explosion of the coronavirus crisis in March forced UEFA to put the competition on hold while some last 16 ties were still to be completed. But the date for resumption is now nearing. Only Atletico Madrid, who knocked out holders Liverpool in the last 16, Atalanta, RB Leipzig and Paris Saint-Germain are currently assured of...
Original author: Jamie Spencer
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Caf confirms date for 2022 Africa Cup of Nations draw in Cameroon

News A red-hot Manchester City travel to Brighton on Saturday evening, hoping to pick up their fourth win in five games. The Citizens rebounded from their disappointing loss to Southampton with a resounding 5-0 victory over Newcastle on Wednesday evening, and will fancy their chances of racking up another three points on their travels south. City's David Silva celebrates his goal against Newcastle on Wednesday Meanwhile, the Seagulls are coming off a 3-1 loss to Premier League champions...
Original author: Josh Sim
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Champions League Matchday 4 briefing: what you need to know

Nuno Espirito Santo has fought off competition from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Steve Bruce and Frank Lampard to claim the Premier League Manager of the Month award for June. Chasing a Champions League place this season, Wolves' impressive form since the top flight football resumed saw them go unbeaten in the month of June, winning four of their five matches and keeping three clean sheets. 5️⃣ matches ? 4️⃣ wins ? 1️⃣ draw ? 7️⃣ goals ⚽️ 3️⃣ clean sheets ⛔️ ? @Wolves head coach Nuno Espirito Santo...
Original author: Ross Kennerley

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Marcus Rashford is finally becoming the talisman Man Utd need

Say what you like about the ethically ambiguous, reportedly-exploitative decision-makers over at Amazon - but they know a football story when they see one. When they chose to do a documentary on Manchester City in 2017, it just so happened that Pep Guardiola's side went on to register a league record 100 points, winning the Premier League by a league record margin and generally being one of the best teams English football has ever seen. When they chose to do a documentary on Tottenham Hotspur...
Original author: Robbie Copeland
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'They didn't give him confidence' - Brahim Diaz agent criticises Real Madrid ahead of midfielder's Milan move

nals The draws for the quarter-finals and semi-finals of the 2019 Europa League have been made ahead of the delayed competition’s scheduled restart in early August. The explosion of the coronavirus crisis in March forced UEFA to put the competition on hold while last 16 ties were still to be completed. But the date for resumption is now nearing. Man Utd have a 5-0 aggregate lead against LASK in the last 16 Manchester United are already virtually assured of their place in the quarter-finals by...
Original author: Jamie Spencer
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Aston Villa Set to Wrap Up £16m Move for Nottingham Forest Defender Matty Cash

The Premier League has admitted to making errors - both awarding and not awarding penalties - in all three of the top flight's Thursday fixtures. Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes won a penalty for his side in their away clash to Aston Villa, James Ward-Prowse likewise for Southampton with a spot-kick against Everton, while Harry Kane should have won his side a penalty after being shoved in the back by Josh King at the Vitality Stadium. If Spurs don't win this game, DO NOT let Mourinho see...
Original author: Ross Kennerley
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Sources: Chelsea face CWC venue uncertainty

Manchester City could mathematically seal their place in the top four when they travel to the AMEX Stadium to face 15th placed Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday. Pep Guardiola's side will return to Brighton with fond memories having wrapped up the title there 14 months ago with an emphatic 4-1 victory over the Seagulls. City finished just one point ahead of Liverpool in a thrilling title race With their title hopes long gone, and top four almost confirmed, it would make sense for Guardiola...
Original author: Charlie Stewart
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Video: Crystal Palace stun Manchester United

Whether a corner has been turned at Arsenal or not, there is the small matter of a north London derby to contend with on Sunday - the Gunners' first ever visit to the new home of their bitter rivals. Recent weeks would suggest that the current trajectories of both clubs are leading towards different paths, but for matches such as these, the 'form book goes out of the window' phrase always comes into play. Tottenham vs. Arsenal is such an engrossing Premier League fixture that rarely...
Original author: Ross Kennerley
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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Reveals Key Change Behind Upturn in Man Utd Performances

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said that the mentality and morale of the dressing room is ‘miles better’ than it was only a few short months ago, which is one of the main factors why Paul Pogba appears increasingly likely to stay at the club. For over a year, Pogba had been heavily rumoured to be on his way out of Old Trafford, a frustrated figure who could no longer handle the burden of trying to carry a disjointed team on his back. Pogba has returned to a team that is...
Original author: Jamie Spencer
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Osimhen or Iheanacho: Why not go with both?

Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson is a potential doubt to miss the start of next season as a result of the knee injury he suffered against Brighton, with the Reds said to fear ligament damage. With Liverpool chasing Manchester City’s all-time points record set in 2017/18, Henderson scored early in the 3-1 win over the Seagulls. But a collision in the closing stages left the midfielder in pain and he was replaced by James Milner for the final 10 minutes. Liverpool fear Henderson has suffered...
Original author: Jamie Spencer
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Caf Champions League: How Mamelodi Sundowns could start against Al Ahly

adidas have unveiled a classic-look Celtic home kit for the upcoming 2020/21 season, which they identify as the most important in the club's history. German sports giants adidas take over as kit suppliers to the Scottish champions this summer, having signed a record-breaking five-year deal to replace New Balance back in March. The deal, estimated to be worth around £25m is thought to be the biggest in the history of Scottish sport. The new kit is, of course, dominated by the iconic green and...
Original author: Andrew Headspeath
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Sevilla striker Coleman joins Nambia camp for Angola friendlies

The rejuvenation of Daniel William John Ings, or Danny Ings to his friends, has been one of the most uplifting subplots of the season. Injuries have plagued the Southampton forward's career in the past and witnessing the former Liverpool man complete a full campaign without any fitness issues has been joyous. However, Ings hasn't just made up the numbers, he's also been one of the most lethal frontmen in the Premier League and he continued his unlikely charge for the Golden Boot with a fine...
Original author: Matt O'Connor-Simpson
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The Juventus lineup that should start against Napoli

News Champions Liverpool host late bloomers Burnley this Saturday afternoon in a clash that has more on the line than you might imagine. Liverpool are chasing the coveted 101 points that would see them take the record of the highest tally in Premier League history from Man City. Burnley, meanwhile still have European ambitions after a strong second half to the season. Jay Rodriguez hit the winner against West Ham Liverpool despite losing to Manchester City heavily last week, recovered well to...
Original author: Duncan Mitchell
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Kaizer Chiefs player ratings as Ngcobo and Castro save Soweto giants against Stellenbosch FC

News We are into the final four games of the Premier League season and there is still plenty at stake. The surprise package of the season, Sheffield United, play host to an improving Chelsea side in the early evening kick-off on Saturday, with both sides' European ambitions still very much alive and in their own hands. The Blues have put disappointment behind them with consecutive wins, after their defeat to West Ham. The latest of which was an enthralling encounter at Crystal Palace on...
Original author: Duncan Mitchell
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Chaos & Division at Barcelona as Hierarchy Is Split Over Possible Xavi Appointment

In the ridiculously partisan world of football Twitter, it's rare that an event can bring together all sides of the debate in near universal agreement. Rival fans are usually too busy flinging insults at each other to find any sort of common ground but in a unlikely moment of communality, supporters banded together in outrage over Manchester United's award of a penalty against Aston Villa on Thursday night. 27' | Goal. Moments after Trezeguet hit the post at the other end, Bruno Fernandes...
Original author: Matt O'Connor-Simpson
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Guardiola hails 'almost perfect' Stones after Man City triumph

Liverpool eased fears of a serious post-title hangover with back-to-back wins over Aston Villa and Brighton over the past week. Sean Dyche's stout Burnley unit are next on the agenda for Jurgen Klopp's champions as they go about setting the tone for next season with a strong string of results to round off an unforgettable campaign. Klopp's team selection had previously been pretty predictable before the three-month hiatus but with games coming thick and fast following the resumption last...
Original author: James Cormack
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Hansi Flick: The Man at the Heart of Bayern Munich's Incredible Transformation

To say that Luke Jovic's inaugural season at Real Madrid has been underwhelming would be an understatement. Since completing a €60m move from Eintracht Frankfurt in the summer, Jovic's Real career has lurched from one disaster to the next. He has returned just two goals, two assists and has been so disappointing that Los Blancos are now set to cut their losses and try and move him on as quickly as possible. Although he has struggled in La Liga, Jovic's performances lit up the Bundesliga during...
Original author: Matt O'Connor-Simpson
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LIVE: Arsenal face test at Brighton

Win Bournemouth and Tottenham played out a turgid 0-0 at the Vitality Stadium on Thursday evening, as VAR intervention (or lack of it) once again dominated proceedings. A dismal first half had little in the way of action, with a strong Harry Kane penalty claim following a clash with Josh King the only talking point of note. However, it was turned down by the officials. The second half sparked into life with just a minute left on the clock, with Callum Wilson wheeling away in celebration having...
Original author: Ross Jackson
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Leeds United in talks to sign PSG's Arnaud Kalimuendo

tory Manchester United plunged Aston Villa deeper into relegation trouble with a routine 3-0 win at Villa Park on Thursday night. Surprisingly, struggling Villa started brightly with Trezeguet striking the post early on. However, the home side's good work would be undone when they conceded a (very) controversial penalty which was calmly dispatched by Bruno Fernandes just before the half hour mark. After this, United took control of the game and doubled their advantage via a fine strike from...
Original author: Matt O'Connor-Simpson
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