Tottenham star Harry Kane can keep on improving - Mauricio Pochettino

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Harry Kane goal (64') West Brom 0-3 Tottenham ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Harry Kane goal (15') West Brom 0-2 Tottenham ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Christian Eriksen goal (6') West Brom 0-1 Tottenham Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino expects Harry Kane to get even better as his superb season continued with two goals at West Brom, and is confident the striker will sign a new deal at White Hart Lane. Kane, 21, scored his 19th and 20th goals of the campaign as Spurs ran out comfortable 3-0 winners at The Hawthorns in the Premier League. West Bromwich Albion Tottenham Hotspur 0 3 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats Kane has emerged as one of the hottest young talents in the English game and Pochettino believes there is plenty more to come from him. Pochettino told his postmatch... http://ift.tt/1yTRTmi

Player Ratings: Daley Blind the star man as United ease past Leicester

ESPN FC's Craig Burley breaks down Manchester United's comfortable win over Leicester City. Manchester United needed a convincing win against Leicester and that's what they got, more or less. They played very well in the first 45 minutes, looking well worth their 3-0 lead at halftime, and all the talk of defensive and boring football looked to have forced Louis van Gaal to shake things up a bit. It was business as usual in the second half though, with United taking their foot off the gas and allowing Leicester back in to the game. The decision to replace Robin van Persie with Paddy McNair... http://ift.tt/1vlMmu5

Brendan Rodgers glad Daniel Sturridge has returned for Liverpool

ESPN FC's Craig Burley reacts to Daniel Sturridge's return in Liverpool's victory over West Ham. Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers insists expectations still need to be handled carefully regarding Daniel Sturridge but he was delighted that the fit-again striker is back and scoring. The England international ended a five-month injury absence by coming off the bench to score the Reds' second in a 2-0 win against West Ham after Raheem Sterling had opened the scoring early in the second half. Liverpool West Ham United 2 0 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats Sturridge's return has been long-awaited with the side struggling for a cutting edge and while Rodgers... http://ift.tt/1BFU9Q7

Falcao needed goal for Man United over Robin van Persie - Louis van Gaal

ESPN FC's Craig Burley breaks down Manchester United's comfortable win over Leicester City. MANCHESTER -- Louis van Gaal said it gave him more pleasure to see Radamel Falcao score than Robin van Persie after both strikers netted in Manchester United's 3-1 win against Leicester on Saturday. United's top scorer Van Persie broke the deadlock with his ninth goal of the season before Falcao, who was loaned from Monaco in September, added just the fourth of his loan spell at Old Trafford. Manchester United Leicester City 3 1 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats And Van Gaal told MUTV: "I am more happy that Falcao scored because Robin has already scored enough goals.... http://ift.tt/1BFU8eT

Darren Fletcher's West Ham move has broken down - Sam Allardyce

The Scotland international now looks set to stay at Old Trafford until the summer. West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has told Sky Sports that negotiations to sign Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher have broken down. Fletcher, 30, has been heavily linked with a move to the Hammers during the January transfer window, with sources telling ESPN FC that United have allowed the Scotland international to leave Old Trafford on a free transfer with his contract up in the summer. But despite Fletcher's desire for more playing time, Allardyce -- whose side lost 2-0 at Liverpool on... http://ift.tt/1yTrpBo

Prem: Silva -- Manchester City goal (45')

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West Brom reject bid for Ideye Brown, sources say

Ideye Brown could still leave to raise funds for West Brom, sources say. West Brom have rejected a bid from Qatar's Al Gharafa for Ideye Brown, sources have told ESPN FC. Baggies boss Tony Pulis has said he is willing to listen to offers for Brown, who has struggled to impress since his arrival at The Hawthorns. Ideye has scored two goals since arriving from Dynamo Kiev for a club record 10 million pounds. Pulis is determined to bring in a striker to add to his attacking options, and Ideye could leave to raise funds. A number of foreign clubs are thought to have enquired... http://ift.tt/1vlyu30

Prem: Remy -- Chelsea goal (41')

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Loic Remy goal (41') Chelsea 1-0 Manchester City http://ift.tt/1uN0dDT

Player Ratings: Eriksen, Kane and Lloris shine for Spurs at West Brom

Harry Kane scored his 19th and 20th goals of the season as Tottenham eased past West Brom at the Hawthorns. Tottenham's 3-0 win at West Brom was exactly the performance the manager and fans had been waiting for. Once again Christian Eriksen, Harry Kane and Hugo Lloris were the stand-out players as Spurs cruised it. There was no finger-biting finale or major lapses in concentration -- and the three goals scored meant the game was as good as over by the 63rd minute. Spurs may have many tougher games than this coming up, starting with next weekend's derby against Arsenal, but this was a big improvement with... http://ift.tt/1uMYBdk

Burley: Sturridge return mean Reds are back

ESPN FC's Craig Burley reacts to Daniel Sturridge's return in Liverpool's victory over West Ham. http://ift.tt/1BJc9eW

Blind shines in United win

ESPN FC's Craig Burley breaks down Manchester United's comfortable win over Leicester City. http://ift.tt/1CXVd6r

Walters treble sees off Rangers

Stoke City Queens Park Rangers 3 1 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats QPR remain without an away point this season and second-bottom of the Barclays Premier League after Jonathan Walters' hat-trick condemned them to a 3-1 defeat at Stoke.Sloppy play from Rangers was punished twice in the first half as Stephen Ireland teed up strikes for Walters in the 21st and 34th minutes.Harry Redknapp's side quickly replied through Niko Kranjcar's close-range finish, and, as they searched for an equaliser after the break, skipper Joey Barton struck the crossbar with one free-kick... http://ift.tt/1KgitwB

Crystal Palace 0-1 Everton

Crystal Palace Everton 0 1 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats Alan Pardew's honeymoon period as Crystal Palace manager was ended as an early Romelu Lukaku goal earned Everton a much-needed 1-0 victory at Selhurst Park.Having won his first four games at the helm, returning hero Pardew was unable to inspire yet another comeback as Lukaku struck inside two minutes to claim all three points and hand Roberto Martinez and Everton their first Premier League victory since December 15.Palace had won from losing positions in both of Pardew's opening league fixtures in... http://ift.tt/1yYrzMp

Daniel Sturridge scores on Liverpool return in win over West Ham

Liverpool West Ham United 2 0 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Daniel Stuurridge (80') Liverpool 2-0 West Ham ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Raheem Sterling (51') Liverpool 1-0 West Ham Raheem Sterling appears to have been fouled in the box, but no call was made. Striker Daniel Sturridge enjoyed the perfect return from injury as he scored within 12 minutes of coming off the bench to give Liverpool's Champions League ambitions a timely boost. The 25-year-old had been missing for five months -- 33 matches and 3,030 minutes of football in total -- with thigh and calf injuries but showed he had lost none of his clinical finishing skills with an angled strike past Adrian to complete a 2-0 victory over West Ham. His short-term stand-in Raheem Sterling had scored... http://ift.tt/1Kgitwr

Robin van Persie on target as Manchester United beat Leicester City

Manchester United Leicester City 3 1 LIVE 90' +2' Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Robin van Persie (27') Manchester United 1-0 Leicester City ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Radamel Falcao goal (31') Manchester United 2-0 Leicester City ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Wes Morgan own goal (44') Manchester United 3-0 Leicester City ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Marcin Wasilewski goal (80') Manchester United 3-1 Leicester City Robin van Persie ended his dry spell with a spectacular finish that propelled Manchester United to a comfortable 3-1 win over Leicester. Van Persie scored his first goal for over a month to put United ahead and Radamel Falcao got on the scoresheet before Wes Morgan's own goal sealed the win, which moves Louis van Gaal's men up to third in the Barclays Premier League. Marcin Wasilewski scored in the second half, but the Foxes were unable to pull off another great comeback like they did in the reverse... http://ift.tt/1Kgitg9

Jermian Defoe nets first Sunderland goal in home win over Burnley

Sunderland Burnley 2 0 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Jermain Defoe (34') Sunderland 2-0 Burnley ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Connor Wickham (20') Sunderland 1-0 Burnley Jermain Defoe's first goal for Sunderland helped to secure just a second home win of the Premier League season for a delighted Gus Poyet. The January signing struck from close range 34 minutes into the game to leave visitors Burnley, who were already trailing to Connor Wickham's 20th-minute header, with a mountain to climb, and it proved to be one they were incapable of scaling as the Black Cats cruised to a 2-0 victory. There were boos from the home fans at the Stadium of Light a week ago after... http://ift.tt/1KgitfZ

Manchester United ease past Leicester, Liverpool beat West Ham

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Robin van Persie (27') Manchester United 1-0 Leicester City ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Radamel Falcao goal (31') Manchester United 2-0 Leicester City ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Wes Morgan own goal (44') Manchester United 3-0 Leicester City ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Marcin Wasilewski goal (80') Manchester United 3-1 Leicester City Manchester United gained revenge on Leicester City as they eased to victory at Old Trafford. Manchester United Leicester City 3 1 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats Leicester had secured a surprise 5-3 victory when hosting United in September, but Nigel Pearson's men did not come close to threatening a similar result at Old Trafford. United made the breakthrough on 27 minutes as Robin van Persie fired in a superb half-volley from Daley Blind's chip over the top, although there were suspicions of offside. Six minutes later, Radamel Falcao increased their lead when Mark... http://ift.tt/15URAAZ

West Bromwich Albion 0-3 Tottenham Hotspur

West Bromwich Albion Tottenham Hotspur 0 3 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats Tottenham's Harry Kane further enhanced his growing reputation with two goals in a convincing-looking 3-0 win over West Brom in the Barclays Premier League.The 21-year-old, whose form reportedly has Spurs ready to rip up a contract signed just five months ago to offer an improved one, took his season's tally to 20 after Christian Eriksen opened the scoring at The Hawthorns.Eriksen struck after just six minutes with a trademark free-kick, maintaining his fine recent form for the Capital One Cup finalists.... http://ift.tt/1LvE7Ar

United are a work in progress, and Wayne Rooney in midfield is wrong

MANCHESTER, England -- Three thoughts on Manchester United's 3-1 win over Leicester to move up to third in the Premier League. 1. Odd and unconventional, but United winning again They rarely look comfortable, they are certainly not orthodox, but Manchester United have a habit of winning games regardless. With a formation that defied numerical description and with several players out of position, Louis van Gaal's team comfortably defeated Leicester City at Old Trafford. Demons were exorcised here.... http://ift.tt/1LvE5IM

Prem: Wasilewski -- Leicester goal (80')

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Marcin Wasilewski goal (80') Manchester United 3-1 Leicester City http://ift.tt/1zkn1AG

Prem: Kane -- Tottenham goal (64')

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Harry Kane goal (64') West Brom 0-3 Tottenham http://ift.tt/1zkmZIS

Prem: Kranjcar -- QPR goal (36')

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Niko Kranjcar goal (36') Stoke City 2-1 QPR http://ift.tt/1ySHPdl

Steve Bruce: Players may be put off Hull move

Steve Bruce feels Hull's form may cost them in the transfer market. Hull boss Steve Bruce has admitted his side's 3-0 capitulation to Newcastle at the KC Stadium could have jeopardised his chances of signing Tottenham winger Aaron Lennon and Lokomotiv Moscow's Dame N'Doye. Bruce revealed fees have been agreed for Lennon and N'Doye but, after goals from Remy Cabella, Sammy Ameobi and Yoan Gouffran gave the visitors the simplest of wins, Bruce said he would not be surprised to find either player having second thoughts. Bruce said: "Both [the deals] are up to... http://ift.tt/1ySHOWH

Wenger calls for committed Gunners

Arsenal Aston Villa 1:30 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has warned his side they cannot afford to lose focus and take the threat of goal-shy Aston Villa lightly on Sunday.The Gunners signalled a return to form with a battling 2-0 win at Manchester City before then securing safe passage past Brighton into the fifth round of the FA Cup.With the likes of Theo Walcott and Mesut Ozil now back in contention, each having scored in the 3-2 win over the Seagulls, the mood within the squad is very much positive as they prepare for... http://ift.tt/1yYiOly

Steve Bruce: Hull sloppiness gave Newcastle win

Ahmed Elmohamady tries to recreate Diego Maradona's 'hand of god' goal but the ref was keen to it! ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Yoann Gouffran goal (78') Hull City 0-3 Newcastle ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Sammy Ameobi goal (50') Hull City 0-2 Newcastle ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Remy Cabella goal (40') Hull City 0-1 Newcastle Steve Bruce blamed "sloppiness" after Hull were beaten 3-0 by Newcastle and admitted Ahmed Elmohamady's goal was a clear handball. Hull have now lost three Premier League games in succession after goals from Remy Cabella, Sammy Ameobi and Yoan Gouffran gave Newcastle boss John Carver his first win. The visitors took the lead five minutes before the break as Cabella was gifted a pass by the home defence just outside the area and fired the ball home with a powerful left-footed shot on the edge... http://ift.tt/1ySHOpI

Prem: Morgan -- Leicester own goal (44')

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Prem: Walters -- Stoke City goal (34')

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Prem: Walters -- Stoke City goal (21')

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Jonathan Walters (21') Stoke City 1-0 QPR http://ift.tt/1yYiNy9

Prem: Falcao -- Manchester United goal (31')

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Prem: van Persie -- Manchester United goal (27')

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Prem: Kane -- Tottenham goal (15')

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Prem: Eriksen -- Tottenham goal (6')

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Christian Eriksen goal (6') West Brom 0-1 Tottenham http://ift.tt/1Abhv4J

Mike Williamson: Newcastle win over Hull shows support for John Carver

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Yoann Gouffran goal (78') Hull City 0-3 Newcastle ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Sammy Ameobi goal (50') Hull City 0-2 Newcastle Ahmed Elmohamady tries to recreate Diego Maradona's 'hand of god' goal but the ref was keen to it! ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Remy Cabella goal (40') Hull City 0-1 Newcastle Mike Williamson spoke of his delight as Newcastle returned to winning ways with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Hull at the KC Stadium. John Carver celebrated his first win as head coach as the Magpies bounced back from last weekend's 2-1 home defeat to Southampton to move into the top half of the Premier League table thanks to goals from Remy Cabella, Sammy Ameobi and Yoan Gouffran. Hull City Newcastle United 0 3 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats Following his side's first triumph of the year, Williamson decided to dedicate the win to Carver and told BT Sport... http://ift.tt/1AbhuOd

John Carver up and running as Newcastle ramp up pressure on Hull

Remy Cabella scored in an impressive performance as Newcastle won 3-0 away at Hull City. Newcastle beat Hull City 3-0 at the KC Stadium on Saturday afternoon, claiming their first win of the John Carver era with a very solid performance. In the weeks since Alan Pardew left it has been regularly written and said that Newcastle fans are desperate for a Geordie manager to replace the outgoing Londoner. When the rumour mill was in overdrive about who would be the next boss, Steve Bruce's name was mentioned as an appointment that would satisfy the fans. There was no mention of his relevant... http://ift.tt/1CLnV9X

Prem: Lukaku -- Everton goal (2')

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Romelu Lukaku goal (2') Crystal Palace 0-1 Everton http://ift.tt/1vkPTJ5

Newcastle United ease past Hull City as John Carver gets first win

Hull City Newcastle United 0 3 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats Ahmed Elmohamady tries to recreate Diego Maradona's 'hand of god' goal but the ref was keen to it! ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Yoann Gouffran goal (78') Hull City 0-3 Newcastle ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Sammy Ameobi goal (50') Hull City 0-2 Newcastle ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Remy Cabella goal (40') Hull City 0-1 Newcastle Second-half strikes from Sammy Ameobi and Yoan Gouffran ensured John Carver's reign as permanent Newcastle head coach got off to a flying start with a 3-0 victory over Hull at the KC Stadium. Carver, without a win in four games in caretaker-charge, watched Frenchman Remy Cabella open his Magpies account after pouncing on an Andy Robertson error 10 minutes before half-time. Ameobi's long-range second and a late strike from substitute Gouffran confirmed a third straight defeat for the hosts and plunged... http://ift.tt/1HxSJQm

Prem: Gouffran -- Newcaslte goal (78')

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Yoann Gouffran goal (78') Hull City 0-3 Newcastle http://ift.tt/1JWJFlG

Champions League dream still on for Ronald Koeman's stylish Southampton

Ronald Koeman is wary of the threat posed by Swansea ahead of his Southampton side's clash against Garry Monk's men. After the disappointment of an FA Cup exit at the hands of Crystal Palace, a record Premier League finish, European qualification and perhaps even Champions League remain very much in Ronald Koeman and Southampton's sights. A home clash against a Swansea City team without both Wilfried Bony and Gylfi Sigurdsson looks to be the ideal tonic to last week's woes. It's time to get the season back on track. That isn't to say it will be easy though and Saints themselves will be without several key players. Southampton Swansea City 4:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Toby... http://ift.tt/1zjIE3S

Premier League Boot Room: Live chat and updates from all the matches

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Real Madrid's Paul Clement plays down Gareth Bale-David De Gea swap

ESPN FC's Sid Lowe indicates a return to Spain is an option David de Gea has considered and believes Real Madrid would be tempted to sell Gareth Bale. Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti believes Ronaldo's suspension will provide an opportunity for the star forward to overcome any niggling injuries. Carlo Ancelotti's assistant coach Paul Clement says that Gareth Bale is settled at Real Madrid amid speculation of a potential summer swap deal involving Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea. Bale, 25, joined Real for 85 million pounds in the summer of 2013, and scored vital goals in both the Copa del Rey and Champions League finals to ensure a successful debut campaign at the Bernabeu. WINTER TRANSFER WINDOW LATEST - Infographic: How a transfer works - Karlsen: Premier League club-by-club needs - Carter: Top 10 transfer targets in England - Window Shopping: Club-by-club guide - Delaney: Top free agents next summer - Delaney: What January holds in store The Wales international has been criticised at times this season by the Spanish press and Bernabeu crowd... http://ift.tt/1vkBpJh

Prem: Ameobi -- Newcastle goal (50')

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Prem: Elmohamady's 'hand of god'

Ahmed Elmohamady tries to recreate Diego Maradona's 'hand of god' goal but the ref was keen to it! http://ift.tt/1yRQEE8

Arsene Wenger warns against Arsenal complacency against Aston Villa

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger speaks ahead of his side's match against Aston Villa on Sunday. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has warned his side they cannot afford to lose focus and take the threat of goal-shy Aston Villa lightly on Sunday. Arsenal signalled a return to form with a battling 2-0 win at Manchester City before beating Brighton 3-2 to reach the fifth round of the FA Cup. With the likes of Theo Walcott and Mesut Ozil now back in contention, each having scored in the win over Brighton, the mood within the squad is very much positive as they prepare for the defining period of the... http://ift.tt/1yRQBbs

Prem: Cabella -- Newcastle goal (40')

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Man City's Frank Lampard eyes future Chelsea role

ESPN FC's Alison Bender previews Chelsea's clash with Manchester City, where Diego Costa will be absent but Frank Lampard makes his historic return to Stamford Bridge. Frank Lampard has told Sky Sports that Jose Mourinho and Chelsea are keen to take him "home" after his retirement. On Saturday, Lampard will be heading back to Stamford Bridge in Manchester City colours as he looks to help his current club reduce Chelsea's five-point lead at the top of the Premier League. The former England international spent 13 years at Chelsea and, although Mourinho has said it was "the right decision" to allow the midfielder to leave on a free transfer, the Portuguese is keen... http://ift.tt/1tKciOS

Andy Carroll: Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers was messing with my head

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers says Daniel Sturridge is close to a comeback, as they prepare to face West Ham United in a crucial Premier League match. West Ham striker Andy Carroll has criticised Brendan Rodgers' treatment of him while at Liverpool, telling The Times that he lost respect for the Anfield coach due to his "mixed messages." Carroll, 26, was signed by then-Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish from Newcastle for 35 million pounds on deadline day of the 2011 January transfer window, but struggled to adapt to life at Anfield. Rodgers took over in the summer of 2012, and Carroll joined West Ham on loan for the season before completing a permanent... http://ift.tt/1tKcii4

Chelsea-bound Juan Cuadrado says goodbye to Fiorentina supporters

ESPN FC's Janusz Michallik analyses how Juan Cuadrado would fit within Chelsea's starting XI. Fiorentina winger Juan Cuadrado has sent a message to the club's fans as he prepares to complete his move to Chelsea. Cuadrado, 26, arrived in London on Saturday morning for his medical ahead of putting pen to paper on his transfer to the Premier League leaders. Viola coach Vincenzo Montella said on Friday that the sale of the player was inevitable this window, admitting his club could not turn down the offer. And Cuadrado posted on Instagram to thank his supporters at his soon to be former club. The... http://ift.tt/16a7qbQ

Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge says he was fit to play against Chelsea

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers says Daniel Sturridge is close to a comeback, as they prepare to face West Ham United in a crucial Premier League match. Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has revealed he could have played in the club's Capital One Cup semifinal second leg defeat at Chelsea. The England international told the Daily Telegraph that, despite travelling with Brendan Rodgers' squad for the 1-0 defeat at Stamford Bridge, he was frustrated to miss out on playing. "I could have played in that semifinal, and it was the most difficult thing for me," Sturridge said. "I went to London with the team. I wanted to push myself and I wanted it so... http://ift.tt/1DgX2sw

Injuries and suspensions: All the Premier League team news

ESPN FC's Craig Burley believes controlling David Silva is the key for Chelsea to beat Man City on Saturday in their big Premier League clash. Get all the latest team news and information from the weekend of Premier League action. Hull City Newcastle United 12:45 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats PREDICTION: A 1-1 draw FANTASY PICK: Moussa Sissoko KEY STAT: Newcastle have scored more goals through their substitutes than any other team in the top flight this season (8). - HULL CITY Hull City should welcome back strikers Nikica Jelavic and Abel Hernandez. The duo were both forced off in the early exchanges of the FA Cup defeat to Arsenal at the beginning of the month with... http://ift.tt/1se6XrN

Arsenal have turned a corner since Aston Villa's last visit to the Emirates

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger speaks ahead of his side's match against Aston Villa on Sunday. An Arsenal fan urges Arsene Wenger to spend following Aston Villa's 3-1 win at the Emirates last season. He promptly landed Mesut Ozil for a club-record fee. Last season, Arsenal's match at home to Aston Villa represented the nadir of Arsene Wenger's time at the club. A dispiriting 3-1 defeat on the opening day of the 2013-14 campaign saw fans' frustrations with the manager spill over into open revolt. However, Wenger is able to approach this fixture with a sense of genuine optimism -- Arsenal have won their last four games and finally have something resembling a complete squad to call upon. Arsenal Aston Villa 1:30 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Rewind 18 months ago, and there was very little to feel positive... http://ift.tt/1zqAnda

Jack Cork turns down Southampton deal to join Swansea

Jack Cork will join Swansea from Southampton, Garry Monk confirmed on Friday. Swansea manager Garry Monk has expressed surprise that he has been able to capture Jack Cork from Southampton. Cork is on the brink of completing his move to Swansea and was due to have a medical on Friday afternoon in south Wales to put the finishing touches on the 3 million-pound deal. Southampton Swansea City 4:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Swansea head to Southampton on Sunday for a Premier League game but Cork's signing will come too late for the 25-year-old to make his debut for the club at St Mary's. "We're just trying to finalise things and hopefully... http://ift.tt/1639fGr

Frank Lampard will get 'best reception' on Chelsea return

The ESPN FC panel debate whether the match between Manchester City and Chelsea could be an early title decider. Big, big, big, big game in the Premier League. The boys report from Stamford Bridge, speak to Frank Lampard and play a game of snakes and ladders ahead of Chelsea's clash with Manchester City. ESPN FC's Craig Burley believes controlling David Silva is the key for Chelsea to beat Man City on Saturday in their big Premier League clash. MANCHESTER -- Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini has said he expects Frank Lampard to get a great reception when he makes his first return to Stamford Bridge this weekend. The Chilean believes Lampard, Chelsea's 211-goal record scorer, may also be their most important-ever player. On Saturday, the midfielder goes back to his former club in City's colours. THE LATEST FROM CHELSEA AND MANCHESTER CITY - Darke: Pellegrini must decide on approach - Smith: Costa to remain controversial, essential - Jolly: Zabaleta vs. Ivanovic crucial on Saturday - Curtis: It's now make-or-break for Manchester City - No happy Lampard return, says Hazard - Bony and Toure miss Stamford Bridge clash - Fabregas, Luis injury doubts for Chelsea Lampard was applauded by Chelsea fans in the reverse fixture at the Etihad Stadium in September -- in which he scored City's late equaliser... http://ift.tt/1yLHIA7

Pellegrini: Costa needs to calm down

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini says he hopes Diego Costa learns from his three-match ban for stamping Emre Can. http://ift.tt/1yeQ0Bq

Van Gaal not expecting arrivals as Fletcher nears exit

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal is not expecting to make any signings in the January transfer window. http://ift.tt/1tFiwQ2

Stoke's Robert Huth banned by FA for two games over explicit Twitter posts

Huth will miss Stoke's matches against Newcastle and Manchester City. Stoke City defender Robert Huth has been given a two-game suspension and fined 15,000 pounds after he admitted breaching rules on social media comments, the Football Association has announced. The FA charges related to Huth, 30, responding to a Twitter account that posts sexual images of individuals and asks users to guess their gender. Robert Huth will serve a two-match suspension after he admitted breaching rules in relation... http://ift.tt/1A714GC

McManaman in West Brom squad

West Bromwich Albion Tottenham Hotspur 3:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats New signing Callum McManaman goes straight into the squad for West Brom's Barclays Premier League game with Tottenham at The Hawthorns following his arrival from Wigan this week.McManaman has vowed to be remembered for all the right reasons to finally remove a two-year-old stigma that continues to hang over him.Following boss Tony Pulis' arrival at The Hawthorns earlier this month, talented winger McManaman became the Welshman's first signing.Pulis has hailed the 23-year-old as a player with "so... http://ift.tt/1EU42x3

Poyet focused on Clarets clash

Sunderland Burnley 3:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Sunderland head coach Gus Poyet has challenged his players to make Saturday's Barclays Premier League showdown with Burnley the turning point in their season.The Uruguayan was left with more questions than answers after seeing his team scrap out a 0-0 FA Cup fourth-round draw with Sky Bet Championship Fulham at the weekend in front of a deeply unimpressed home crowd at the Stadium of Light.A replay on February 3 will give them a further chance to progress in a competition which added Manchester City... http://ift.tt/1EU40Fq

Can Chelsea cope without Costa? Five questions for Chelsea vs. Man City

Big, big, big, big game in the Premier League. The boys report from Stamford Bridge, speak to Frank Lampard and play a game of snakes and ladders ahead of Chelsea's clash with Manchester City. Nick Miller asks and answers five key questions ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Manchester City at Stamford Bridge. 1. Can Chelsea cope without Diego Costa, and possibly Cesc Fabregas? The good thing about having the perfect striker for your system of play is that when he's there, things run in perfect, smooth harmony, players neatly complementing each other and slotting together like it was meant to be. The bad thing is, when he's not there then things are thrown... http://ift.tt/1EU42wV

Who's better: Costa or Aguero?

Manchester City's Sergio Aguero (14 goals) and Chelsea's Diego Costa (17 goals) are the top-two scorers in the Prem. By all accounts, either Chelsea or Manchester City will win the Premier League title this season, and both teams are led by world-class forwards. Diego Costa and Sergio Aguero, once teammates at Atletico Madrid, have been key cogs in their teams' success and rank first and second, respectively, in the Prem scoring race. Despite their similarly lethal scoring abilities, Costa and Aguero employ two very different styles. Costa is a physical presence at 6-foot-2 and 178 pounds, and plays a more powerful style that forces defenders to expend extra energy trying to keep him off the ball. Aguero, who stands just 5-7 and 154 pounds, is more adept at beating defenders with his speed and quickness in the attacking third of the field. Though Costa won't be in action Saturday when the two clubs meet -- his three-game ban for violent conduct was upheld on Friday -- which striker has been better this season? Earlier in the 2014-15 campaign Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho said that Costa had the upper hand, adding that though the Spaniard previously was in Aguero's shadow at Atletico, he's grown significantly since. Here is a breakdown of how Costa and Aguero stack up based on goal scoring, the ability to create chances and defensive contributions. Goal scoring Costa is a more direct, powerful player than Aguero inside the penalty area, and this gives him a distinct advantage in his goal-scoring capabilities. Costa spends most of his time jostling for position with opposing central defenders, and creating space to get on the end of chances generated by creative midfielders like Cesc Fabregas and Eden Hazard. This season, Costa has been particularly efficient in this role, and has needed just 61 shot attempts to score his league-high 17 goals. ... http://ift.tt/1CHsTEW

John Terry is the Premier League's best central defender this season

The ESPN FC crew debate whom they believe is the best defender in the English Premier League, and settle on Chelsea as the best defensive unit in the league with John Terry at the helm. Big, big, big, big game in the Premier League. The boys report from Stamford Bridge, speak to Frank Lampard and play a game of snakes and ladders ahead of Chelsea's clash with Manchester City. ESPN FC's Janusz Michallik analyses how Juan Cuadrado would fit within Chelsea's starting XI. Ask any English football fan for their opinion on Chelsea captain John Terry, and you'll probably receive a somewhat blunt response. The first answer is very rarely "complete defender." Terry appears almost universally despised among English football fans, with Chelsea supporters an obvious exception. Disliking Terry has become something of a national sport and, you could argue, with good reason. Controversies from earlier in Terry's career range from somewhat trivial to the significantly more... http://ift.tt/1CHsWk4

Carrick blow for United

Manchester United Leicester City 3:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Midfielder Michael Carrick has been ruled out for at least four weeks with a muscle injury and will therefore miss Manchester United's home game against Leicester on Saturday.Wing-back Ashley Young is closing in on a return from a hamstring injury, but midfielder Darren Fletcher has been omitted from the squad as his transfer to West Ham nears completion.Defenders Jonny Evans and Chris Smalling could return after missing the 0-0 draw against Cambridge.Louis Van Gaal's team lost 5-3 against the Premier... http://ift.tt/1CHoEsS

Downing return could haunt Rodgers

Liverpool West Ham United 3:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers knows his decision to sell Stewart Downing could come back to haunt him again when he comes up against the West Ham star on Saturday.Few questioned Rodgers' decision to sell Downing to West Ham last season, as despite arriving at Anfield with a B£20million price tag on his shirt, Downing struggled to hold down a first-team place with the Reds and often ended up filling in at left-back.Eighteen months on, Downing has become one of the most effective midfielders in... http://ift.tt/1wIAzjq

Hull close in on loan deal

Hull City Newcastle United 12:45 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Hull boss Steve Bruce says the club are close to agreeing a loan deal for a Premier League player - but does not expect them to arrive in time to face Newcastle.Bruce has made no secret of the fact he wants to recruit some fresh faces to counter the threat of relegation with particular emphasis on bolstering a forward line hampered by injuries to Nikica Jelavic and Abel Hernandez.But Bruce admits Saturday's game at the KC Stadium may come too early for the as yet un-named addition."It's always nice... http://ift.tt/1wIABaZ

Man United sign Sadiq El Fitouri three weeks after Salford City debut

Sadiq El Fitouri will now be plying his trade at Old Trafford. Salford City defender Sadiq El Fitouri has described his move to Manchester United as "a dream come true." El Fitouri, 20, was previously on the books at Manchester City, but signed an 18-month deal with the Premier League side on Friday after impressing on a week-long trial (including a behind-closed-doors match) at the club's training complex. Incredible story on @SalfordCityFC on Sadiq El Fitouri. Well done to Phil and Scholesy for showing belief in a lad who was out of the game! - Gary Neville... http://ift.tt/1wIAzjm

Leicester stunned Manchester United once - can lightning strike twice?

Leonardo Ulloa scored in Leicester's incredible 5-3 win over Manchester United back in September. Leicester must treat Saturday's trip to Old Trafford like a cup tie. The Foxes should risk a drubbing by Manchester United in order to try and win the game. If they succeed they could move off the bottom of the table and even out of the relegation zone. Leicester's best chance of a shock victory is in an open game. We surely won't see a repeat of City's astonishing 5-3 victory at the King Power Stadium last September -- their best ever Premier League display -- but it's unlikely to be a tight encounter... http://ift.tt/1wIAzjg

Mutch ado about Palace

Crystal Palace Everton 3:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Crystal Palace midfielder Jordon Mutch is set to make his debut against Everton in the Barclays Premier League on Saturday after joining the Eagles from QPR.Mutch is fit and ready to play against the Toffees but fellow new signing Shola Ameobi will need longer to regain match fitness after leaving Turkish side Gaziantep in December.Manager Alan Pardew believes Mutch will bring the goals and guts to rescue the Eagles from relegation this season.Mutch only moved to QPR last summer but injuries hindered... http://ift.tt/15PimLa

Costa banned for Blues

Chelsea Manchester City 5:30 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Chelsea striker Diego Costa will miss the Premier League leaders' showdown with Manchester City on Saturday as he starts his three-match suspension for violent conduct.Cesc Fabregas (hamstring), Filipe Luis (calf) and Branislav Ivanovic (foot) are doubts after suffering injuries in Tuesday's Capital One Cup semi-final defeat of Liverpool, in which Costa was adjudged to have stamped on Emre Can.Gary Cahill is expected to be a substitute once more, with Kurt Zouma continuing in defence, while Andre... http://ift.tt/15PikCU

Aaron Lennon in talks with Hull over Tottenham loan move - sources

Aaron Lennon has not been in favour at White Hart Lane. Hull City are in talks with Tottenham Hotspur over a possible loan deal for Aaron Lennon, sources have told ESPNFC. Talks are set to continue between both clubs over the weekend as Hull look to try and finalise the loan move before the transfer window slams shut on Monday. Hull boss Steve Bruce is desperate to bring in some new faces and as revealed by ESPN FC the club have agreed a fee with Lokomotiv Moscow striker Dame N'Doye. Lennon's future at Tottenham has been the subject of speculation all... http://ift.tt/1yL3qnO

Injuries and suspensions: All the Premier League team news

ESPN FC's Craig Burley believes controlling David Silva is the key for Chelsea to beat Man City on Saturday in their big Premier League clash. Get all the latest team news and information from the weekend of Premier League action. Hull City Newcastle United 12:45 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats PREDICTION: A 1-1 draw FANTASY PICK: Moussa Sissoko KEY STAT: Newcastle have scored more goals through their substitutes than any other team in the top flight this season (8). - HULL CITY Hull City should welcome back strikers Nikica Jelavic and Abel Hernandez. The duo were both forced off in the early exchanges of the FA Cup defeat to Arsenal at the beginning of the month with... http://ift.tt/1se6XrN

Manuel Pellegrini hopes Diego Costa learns from three-game ban

The ESPN FC panel debate whether or not the match between Manchester City and Chelsea could be an early title decider. MANCHESTER -- Manuel Pellegrini believes the three-match suspension Diego Costa incurred for stamping on Liverpool's Emre Can should prompt the Chelsea striker to change his ways. The Premier League's top scorer is banned for the potential title-decider against Manchester City on Saturday after the FA took retrospective action against the Spain international for a challenge in Tuesday's Capital One Cup semifinal. And City manager Pellegrini, who admires Costa as a footballer, thinks the 17-goal forward... http://ift.tt/164LPRV

Danny Ings not joining Liverpool, Burnley insist

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers says Daniel Sturridge is close to a comeback, as they prepare to face West Ham United in a crucial Premier League match. Burnley will not sanction a deal to sell Danny Ings to Liverpool and then take him back on loan because it is against Premier League rules, chief executive Lee Hoos has said. Sources have told ESPN FC that Liverpool are interested in buying Ings, 22, before the transfer window shuts on Monday. Burnley manager Sean Dyche told a news conference on Thursday that the striker would be staying at Turf Moor until the end of the season, when his contract runs out. Dyche has stated repeatedly that he does... http://ift.tt/164LRsW

Who will win when Chelsea play Manchester City?

The FC TV panel think the title race could be over if Chelsea win but what do you think? Vote now! The Premier League top two teams meet at Stamford Bridge on Saturday and we want to know who you think will be celebrating -- the current leaders or the defending champions? Who will win? Chelsea Man City Draw 60% Chelsea 20% Man City 20% Draw $('.article-module.poll[data-poll-id="4685512"]').each(function(i) { var pollId = $(this).data('poll-id'); FC.Poll.polls[pollId] = new FC.Poll().init($(this), pollId); }); Hosts Chelsea enter the game with a five-point lead over Manchester City at the top of the table and are unbeaten in the last three league games between the two clubs, the most recent of which was a 1-1 draw at the Etihad Stadium in September. That day, Andre Schurrle put Jose Mourinho's side in front only for Chelsea's... http://ift.tt/1Hre7GQ

Danny Ings' rumoured move to Liverpool must not distract Burnley

Danny Ings' contract at Burnley expires in the summer and he has been linked with a switch to Liverpool this month. Speculation regarding Danny Ings' future has been in the background all season, but widespread reports that Liverpool are preparing a bid for the striker takes it to a new level. Ings has shown a remarkably mature ability to ignore all the paper talk and keep his focus on the pitch, but with a possible transfer suddenly a top news story it would be easy and understandable for him to be distracted ahead of a huge match at Sunderland on Saturday. Sunderland Burnley 3:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats The 22-year-old has scored in each of his last three... http://ift.tt/1yKNOAU

Van Gaal code proving difficult to break for Manchester United players

ESPN FC's Craig Burley contends that this poor display from the Red Devils is a sign that tough times are on the way. Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal says questions over his formations are misplaced, and playing 4-4-2 fails to give his team the right balance. Manchester United striker Robin van Persie says it is vital for the club to win the FA Cup, which represents their best chance of silverware this season. When Louis van Gaal receives questions from the media, he usually greets them with a pause, perhaps a nod of acknowledgement, and for testing queries a simple "yes," before delivering his answer in a schoolmasterly but occasionally wild-eyed fashion. Van Gaal, who is deaf in one ear according to his biographer Hugo Borst, has not taken extra English lessons since arriving at Manchester United. His self-assurance is such that he believes he does not need to, yet cracking "the Van Gaal code" is proving... http://ift.tt/1CTfyK0

Wenger: our target is consistency

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger speaks ahead of his side's match against Aston Villa on Sunday. http://ift.tt/1CTfyJT

Wenger sees 'great quality' in Gabriel

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is excited by the prospect of working with new signing Gabriel and expects the Brazilian to be the last signing of this transfer window. http://ift.tt/1wIaWiw

Louis van Gaal rules out Man United January deals, Darren Fletcher to leave

West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce spoke to the media on Thursday ahead of his side's Premier League trip to Liverpool on Saturday. Manchester United striker Robin van Persie says it is vital for the club to win the FA Cup, which represents their best chance of silverware this season. Manchester United striker Robin van Persie says it is vital for the club to win the FA Cup, which represents their best chance of silverware this season. Louis van Gaal has ruled out any further signings for Manchester United in the January transfer window while Darren Fletcher looks set to exit the club. The Red Devils have made one addition to their squad by bringing in goalkeeper Victor Valdes after a successful spell training with the club. MANCHESTER UNITED LATEST - Payne: Van Gaal is falling below expectations - Mitten: Van Gaal's 'awful' football - Okwonga: Three solutions for United's problems - Patterson: RVP must earn United future - Player Ratings: Falcao struggles again vs. Cambridge - Rewind: When Cantona attacked a fan  - Gareth Bale: No to United move - Scout's Notebook: Dragovic a fit for United? But while sources have told ESPN FC that United are interested in Borussia Dortmund centre-back Mats Hummels and Athletic Bilbao defender Aymeric Laporte, Van Gaal insisted the only transfer business at Old... http://ift.tt/1CGXF0y

Prem: Title contenders square off

Chelsea host Manchester City in what will be a crucial fixture in the hunt for the Premier League title. http://ift.tt/1wIaT6r

Scott Sinclair joins Aston Villa on loan with view to transfer from Man City

Aston Villa midfielder Fabian Delph was pleased to extend his contract with Villa. Scott Sinclair has joined Aston Villa on loan from Manchester City for the rest of the season with a view to a permanent deal. The two clubs arranged a loan move after Villa refused to pay City's asking price for a long-term transfer, and 25-year-old Sinclair becomes Villa's second January signing after Valencia winger Carles Gil. SINCLAIR ARRIVES: The full story of Scott Sinclair signing. Read it here: http://t.co/CyVFxZaQKr... http://ift.tt/1yKvTdx

#FCDebate: Title deciding match?

The ESPN FC panel debate whether or not the match between Manchester City and Chelsea could be an early title decider. http://ift.tt/1Lqdlcv

Man United's Michael Carrick out for 'around 4 weeks' with muscle rupture

The Red Devils midfielder has been laid off for a second lengthy spell this season. Louis van Gaal has confirmed that Michael Carrick will miss up to a month of action for Manchester United after rupturing a muscle. Louis van Gaal tells #MUTV that Michael Carrick will miss around 4 weeks with a muscle rupture but Ashley Young is closer to full fitness. - Manchester United (@ManUtd) January 30, 2015 More to follow... http://ift.tt/1yKoWcg

QPR policy under scrutiny again after odd move to sell Mutch to Palace

QPR boss Harry Redknapp admits he is finding it difficult to find a way to end his side's winless record away from home. Queens Park Rangers are desperately short of players ahead of Saturday's match at Stoke -- they need to bring a couple in as the transfer window approaches its end. They are being hampered by the fact they still have a handful of last season's Championship squad playing week in, week out. Manager Harry Redknapp needs more youthful exuberance and goals from someone other than star striker Charlie Austin. Stoke City Queens Park Rangers 3:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats All those complaints come from Redknapp, who has just sold 23-year-old goalscoring midfielder... http://ift.tt/1uIzQPn

Louis van Gaal's Manchester United not the same since Leicester loss

ESPN FC's Craig Burley reckons Manchester United are facing troubled times following their abject 0-0 draw away at League Two Cambridge. Leicester's Jamie Vardy has a lot to answer for. In September, Angel Di Maria put Manchester United ahead 2-0 with a stunning lob and all looked right with the world. Fast-forward an hour later and Vardy, a thorn in United's side that day but who has done nothing since, put Leicester ahead 5-3 and Louis van Gaal has not been the same since. MANCHESTER UNITED LATEST - Payne: Van Gaal is falling below expectations - Mitten: Van Gaal's 'awful' football - Okwonga: Three solutions for United's problems - Patterson: RVP must earn United future - Player Ratings: Falcao struggles again vs. Cambridge - Rewind: When Cantona attacked a fan  - Gareth Bale: No to United move - Scout's Notebook: Dragovic a fit for United? Prior to the Leicester debacle, Van Gaal's new signings Di Maria and Ander Herrera scored in a 4-0 thumping over QPR while Daley Blind and Marcos Rojo impressed... http://ift.tt/1yQOCc9

Chelsea's Diego Costa loses appeal, suspended for 3 games

ESPN FC's Fernando Palomo delves deeper into the conundrum that is, Diego Costa following the Chelsea striker's recent charge for violent conduct. Chelsea striker Diego Costa has been suspended for three games after losing his appeal against his violent conduct charge for stamping on Liverpool's Emre Can. Diego Costa suspended for three games after Independent Regulatory Commission upholds charge http://t.co/qlnUii21kk http://ift.tt/161ubO4 - The FA (@FA) January 30, 2015 Costa will miss the Premier League games against Manchester City, Aston Villa and Everton... http://ift.tt/1LpZtiw

Dame N'Doye close to joining Hull from Lokomotiv Moscow - sources

Hull City manager Steve Bruce noted that his side's goalkeeping error directly lead to their slim loss to West Bromwich Albion. Steve Bruce says Hull's away form could be pivotal to their survival hopes as they prepare to face Sunderland in the Premier League. Hull have agreed a three million-pound fee with Lokomotiv Moscow for forward Dame N'Doye, sources have told ESPNFC. WINTER TRANSFER WINDOW LATEST - Infographic: How a transfer works - Karlsen: Premier League club-by-club needs - Carter: Top 10 transfer targets in England - Window Shopping: Club-by-club guide - Delaney: Top free agents next summer - Delaney: What January holds in store Tigers boss Steve Bruce has been searching for striking reinforcements and is thought to be close to landing the Senegal international. N'Doye is out of contract at Lokomotiv in the summer and the Russian club are ready to cash in on the 29-year-old now rather than risk losing him for nothing when his deal expires. The former Panathinaikos and FC Copenhagen striker has been given permission... http://ift.tt/1LpZseo

Angel Di Maria is struggling at Manchester United and here's why

ESPN FC's Craig Burley reckons Manchester United are struggling under Louis van Gaal. What has happened to Angel Di Maria while at Manchester United? He arrived at Old Trafford for the sum of almost 60million pounds, a British transfer record, and in excellent form. Playing his early games at a thrilling tempo, he was central to everything exciting that United did. His peak in those early days came in the first half against Leicester, a game that his team would remarkably go on to lose 5-3, but his sumptuous lob to make it 2-0 gives fans a good memory from an otherwise terrible day. MANCHESTER UNITED LATEST - Payne: Van Gaal is falling below expectations - Mitten: Van Gaal's 'awful' football - Okwonga: Three solutions for United's problems - Patterson: RVP must earn United future - Player Ratings: Falcao struggles again vs. Cambridge - Rewind: When Cantona attacked a fan  - Gareth Bale: No to United move - Scout's Notebook: Dragovic a fit for United? However,... http://ift.tt/1CSSGKx