Crystal Palace manager Alan Pardew knows that notching away wins will help his club stay in the Premier League. http://ift.tt/1zrM5B2
Saturday, February 28, 2015
Gus Poyet: Referees must get better after Man United-Sunderland penalty
Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal was pleased with his team's performance in the second half. ESPN FC's Alejandro Moreno recaps Manchester United's sloppy victory against Sunderland highlighted by Wayne Rooney's brace. Gus Poyet hit out at the standard of refereeing in England after he was left baffled by Roger East's decision to dismiss Wes Brown in Sunderland's 2-0 defeat at Manchester United. Sunderland were on course for a 0-0 draw at Old Trafford before Wayne Rooney scored from the penalty spot in the 66th minute. East awarded the penalty after Radamel Falcao went down in the box, though replays showed John O'Shea had pulled the Colombian back and Brown swept around the side of the striker as he fell to the... http://ift.tt/1K0xRlPSouthampton 'not focused' on position
Southampton manager Ronald Koeman says his side are not focused on their position in the table and have lost a bit of quality over the past few weeks. http://ift.tt/1wz6xQ9
Tony Pulis praises Saido Berahino for buying into West Brom's plans
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Saido Berahino (2') West Brom 1-0 Southampton An early goal from Saido Berahino was all West Brom needed to defeat Southampton. Tony Pulis sung the praises of Saido Berahino for guiding West Brom past Southampton in a 1-0 win on Saturday. Berahino was heavily linked with a move away from the Hawthorns in the winter transfer window, but after the striker stayed on Pulis says he has rededicated himself to West Brom. West Bromwich Albion Southampton 1 0 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats The 21-year-old needed just 70 seconds to score his 17th goal of the season with a rasping half-volley from the edge of the box, but limped off in the second half with a foot injury. He, along with Brown Ideye,... http://ift.tt/1N3lynXRodgers: Preparation for City not ideal
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers admits his side haven't had a good amount of time to prepare for Sunday's Premier League clash with Manchester City, having arrived back from their UEFA Europa League tie in the early hours of Friday. http://ift.tt/1FIHDTg
Sherwood: we need confidence
Aston Villa manager laments his side's 1-0 loss that keeps them in the relegation zone. http://ift.tt/1N3lwMK
Pellegrini: Liverpool missing Suarez
Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini says Liverpool have missed Luis Suarez this season, ahead of their Premier League clash at Anfield on Sunday. http://ift.tt/1FIHDTc
Sunderland face relegation reality despite Man Utd red card controversy
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Wayne Rooney (84') Manchester United 2-0 Sunderland ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Wayne Rooney (66') Manchester United 1-0 Sunderland ESPN FC's Alejandro Moreno recaps Manchester United's sloppy victory against Sunderland highlighted by Wayne Rooney's brace. Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal was pleased with his team's performance in the second half. We'll get to the bizarre decision-making of referee Roger East but the more important thing to say about Sunderland's defeat at Old Trafford is that Gus Poyet's side are lucky not to have slid deeper into relegation trouble. Saturday's consolation was that Aston Villa, Hull City and Burnley all lost, too, but Poyet cannot rely on other strugglers and has serious problems to address. In truth, East's blunder, which saw him appear to incorrectly send off Wes Brown instead of John O'Shea (although the... http://ift.tt/1N3lvsjTim Sherwood plans to put pressure on Aston Villa's players
Alan Hutton and Aston Villa again found themselves on the wrong foot in Saturday's defeat. Aston Villa boss Tim Sherwood tried to see the positives and said he would put more pressure on his players after they failed to score in a seventh successive league defeat, 1-0 to Newcastle on Saturday. Villa have found the net just 13 times in 27 games but seemed to be getting closer to finding their form since Sherwood was announced as manager on on Feb. 14. Sherwood watched on the sideline as Villa beat Leicester 2-1 in the FA Cup, but the two Premier League matches under his watch -- including... http://ift.tt/1FIHDT8Arsenal picking up the pieces after Champions League horror show
The ESPN FC panel discuss the necessary elements to a potential Arsenal victory over Everton. Arsenal's disappointment in the wake of Wednesday's Champions League disaster has been palpable. Striker Olivier Giroud described himself as "hurt and embarrassed" after his profligacy in front of goal was made all the more costly by defensive lapses that the team had worked hard to cut out of their game. Arsene Wenger, meanwhile, was the brunt of heavy criticism for not being able to overcome what was, for once, an opponent in the first knockout round that the Gunners could realistically expect... http://ift.tt/1N3lwwqVan Gaal pleased with performance
Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal was pleased with his team's performance in the second half. http://ift.tt/1FIHC1G
Man United's Louis van Gaal defends Angel Di Maria, praises Adnan Januzaj
Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal was pleased with his team's performance in the second half. ESPN FC's Alejandro Moreno recaps Manchester United's sloppy victory against Sunderland highlighted by Wayne Rooney's brace. Louis van Gaal insists Angel Di Maria needs more time to adapt to the Premier League despite substituting the British record signing at half-time during Manchester United's 2-0 win over Sunderland. Di Maria, 27, endured a difficult opening 45 minutes at Old Trafford on Saturday before being replaced for Adnan Januzaj at the interval, who played a part in Wayne Rooney's second goal of the game. The Argentine has struggled to recapture the form he showed at Real Madrid since signing for United for... http://ift.tt/1vKKxGVReferee Roger East insists Wes Brown was correct Sunderland player sent off
It appeared John O'Shea made more contact with Radamel Falcao, but Roger East sent off Wes Brown. Referee Roger East has told match officials' body PGMOL it was not a case of mistaken identity when he sent off Sunderland's Wes Brown at Manchester United today East decided to dismiss Brown after awarding the spot-kick from which Wayne Rooney broke the deadlock in Man United's 2-0 win, even though John O'Shea was clearly the man who pulled back Radamel Falcao in the penalty box. But East said he believed both Brown and John O'Shea made contact with Falcao in the incident. More to follow... http://ift.tt/1LXcfTcSouthampton have lost confidence, says Ronald Koeman
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Saido Berahino (2') West Brom 1-0 Southampton Southampton fell victim to an early goal and have one just once in their past five league games. Boss Ronald Koeman admits Southampton must rebuild their waning confidence as they try to cling on to their European dream. The Saints have won just once in their last five Premier League games and have failed to score in their last three outings after Saturday's 1-0 defeat at West Brom. West Bromwich Albion Southampton 1 0 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats They remain fifth in the table, but Liverpool will go above them on Sunday if they beat Manchester City. Southampton host Crystal Palace on Tuesday and Koeman insists they have to improve. "The whole team's form... http://ift.tt/1aCMdJvJohn Carver salutes Papiss Cisse for Newcastle's match-winning goal
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Papiss Cisse goal (37') Newcastle 1-0 Aston Villa Manager John Carver was grateful for Newcastle's decision not to sell striker Papiss Cisse in January after he fired the club to their first home win of 2015 against Aston Villa. Newcastle United Aston Villa 1 0 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats The Senegal international was the subject of interest from the Middle East during the winter transfer window, but the Magpies hierarchy supported Carver's desire to keep him and were rewarded when he struck to secure a 1-0 victory at St James' Park with his 11th goal of the season. Carver said: "His goal ratio is fantastic... http://ift.tt/1wyGSY6Sean Dyche: Burnley flat in Swansea defeat after Chelsea furore
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Kieran Trippier (64') Burnley 0-1 Swansea City Burnley boss Sean Dyche suggested his side's high-profile week could have been a factor in a "flat-footed'' performance as the Clarets lost 1-0 at home to Swansea to remained rooted in the relegation dogfight. Despite generally having the better of the play and chances for the likes of Ashley Barnes, George Boyd and substitute Sam Vokes, Dyche's men never truly convinced in their battle to break the deadlock and Kieran Trippier's chaotic 54th-minute own goal proved enough for Garry Monk's... http://ift.tt/1EA0ZfbYoung and Rooney star while Di Maria struggles for Manchester United
ESPN FC's Alejandro Moreno recaps Manchester United's sloppy victory against Sunderland highlighted by Wayne Rooney's brace. Manchester United were sloppy, disjointed, sterile and dull but still managed to squeeze a victory out of an accommodating Sunderland side. The decisive moment of the match came when Old Trafford old boys John O'Shea and Wes Brown combined to give United a penalty, after which the latter was sent of when the former should have been. Prior to that second half breakthrough and despite having James Wilson and Juan Mata on the bench, Louis van Gaal was, ludicrously, set to turn to Marouane Fellaini to... http://ift.tt/1K05WCyGarry Monk eyes Swansea league points record after Burnley win
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Kieran Trippier (64') Burnley 0-1 Swansea City Swansea boss Garry Monk hailed his side's march to the 40-point barrier after their gruelling 1-0 win over Burnley at Turf Moor. Kieran Trippier's chaotic 54th-minute own goal proved enough for Monk's men to hit the mark with 11 games to spare -- and now he has his side's previous Premier League best of 47 in his sights. Burnley Swansea City 0 1 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats Monk said: "40 points is the first point of call for any club in this league outside the biggest ones and it was the target for us to reach. "Forty-seven is the best we have ever... http://ift.tt/1zriFDeSam Allardyce rues West Ham's failures to defend set pieces
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Glenn Murray goal (63') West Ham 0-3 Crystal Palace ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Enner Valencia goal (76') West Ham 1-3 Crystal Palace West Ham boss Sam Allardyce rued his side's inability to deal with set pieces as they fell 3-1 at home to Crystal Palace. West Ham United Crystal Palace 1 3 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats Enner Valencia's first Premier League goal in four months reduced the deficit for West Ham, but the defeat means Allardyce has now only seen his side win one of their last 10 league outings. Crystal Palace opened the scoring as Glenn Murray rose to head home a corner, and West Ham were two behind as Scott Dann did the same after half-time. Murray scored his second by redirecting... http://ift.tt/1wyzxrxAlan Pardew hails 'terrific' Glenn Murray after his brace in Palace victory
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Glenn Murray goal (41') West Ham 0-1 Crystal Palace ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Scott Dann goal (51') West Ham 0-2 Crystal Palace ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Glenn Murray goal (63') West Ham 0-3 Crystal Palace Alan Pardew hailed the "terrific" Glenn Murray after the Crystal Palace striker scored a brace in a convincing win at West Ham. The 31-year-old scored two headers either side of a Scott Dann goal before being sent off for two bookable offences. West Ham United Crystal Palace 1 3 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats Murray had already drawn a number of saves out of Adrian before opening the scoring with a huge stroke of luck as his header was sliced into his own goal by the unwitting Aaron Cresswell. He then headed home Jason Puncheon's free kick to put the game beyond... http://ift.tt/18ysObGResult is all that matters for United
ESPN FC's Alejandro Moreno recaps Manchester United's sloppy victory against Sunderland highlighted by Wayne Rooney's brace. http://ift.tt/1LWIjZd
Rooney doubles inspires Manchester United to victory over Sunderland
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Wayne Rooney (66') Manchester United 1-0 Sunderland ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Wayne Rooney (84') Manchester United 2-0 Sunderland MANCHESTER, England -- Three thoughts on Manchester United's 2-0 win vs. Sunderland in the Premier League. 1. United labour to another win It was yet another day when all would seem perfect at Manchester United if you looked just at the result and avoided the actual performance. There remains this deep disconnect between the two, as well as the feeling that it has to snap at some point. At the same time, it is to their huge credit that they keep persevering, keep going and keep staying in those Champions... http://ift.tt/189f2v5Liverpool and Manchester City can declare Premier League intentions
Jordan Henderson makes a special appearance in the latest HWTLU to announce his name change. Also, the very angry Alan Tikitally continues his reign of Scottish terror. Premier League Spotlight previews the weekend's top-flight fixtures, highlighting the key points to keep an eye on as the action unfolds. Weekend fixtures Saturday West Ham vs. Crystal Palace Burnley vs. Swansea City Manchester United vs. Sunderland Newcastle vs. Aston Villa Stoke City vs. Hull City West Brom vs. Southampton Sunday Liverpool vs. Manchester City Arsenal vs. Everton Battle of the Weekend: Liverpool vs. Manchester City The fixture that was promoted -- incorrectly as it transpired -- as a title decider when these two sides met at Anfield last April carries almost as much significance this time around. A resurgent Liverpool are presented with the chance to conclusively confirm they are ready to mix it up with the Premier... http://ift.tt/1woJ7x1West Bromwich Albion 1-0 Southampton
West Bromwich Albion Southampton 1 0 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats West Brom took a giant leap towards safety after Saido Berahino condemned stuttering Southampton to a 1-0 defeat.The striker scored his 17th goal of the season with a brilliant half-volley after just 70 seconds to settle the game.The Saints dominated possession but rarely threatened the Albion goal as the Baggies kept their seventh clean sheet in 10 games under head coach Tony Pulis.The closest Southampton came to an equaliser was when Chris Brunt deflected Ryan Bertrand's second-half cross just... http://ift.tt/1wxvu47
Manchester United 2-0 Sunderland
Manchester United Sunderland 2 0 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats Wayne Rooney scored his first league goals in over two months to give Manchester United a 2-0 victory over 10-man Sunderland.But while it was a good day for the United captain, referee Roger East had a Saturday afternoon to forget.East bizarrely decided to dismiss Sunderland's Wes Brown after awarding the spot-kick from which Rooney broke the deadlock, even though John O'Shea was clearly the man who pulled back Radamel Falcao in the penalty box.The mistake came on the day football's lawmakers delayed... http://ift.tt/1zqTnFb
Super sub Crouch heads home winner
Stoke City Hull City 1 0 FT Game Details GameCast Lineups and Stats Peter Crouch scored the winner a minute after coming off the bench as Stoke defeated Hull 1-0 at the Britannia Stadium.Crouch made an instant impact after being thrown on by Potters boss Mark Hughes with 20 minutes to go as the striker rose in the box to meet a fine delivery from fellow substitute Charlie Adam and send a header over Allan McGregor into the net for his ninth goal of the season and fourth in four appearances in all competitions.Adam - following his introduction at half time - had already... http://ift.tt/1zqTnoI
Papiss Cisse nets Newcastle winner to beat Tim Sherwood's Aston Villa
Newcastle United Aston Villa 1 0 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats Papiss Cisse's 11th goal of the season handed Newcastle a first home win of 2015 and plunged Aston Villa deeper into Premier League relegation trouble. The Senegal international's assured 37th-minute finish, which came against the run of play at St James' Park, was enough to secure a 1-0 victory, just the second of head coach John Carver's reign. However, Villa will feel desperately aggrieved not to have left Tyneside with something to show for their efforts after enjoying the better of the game... http://ift.tt/1zqTlx5Man United beat Sunderland thanks to two Wayne Rooney goals
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Wayne Rooney (84') Manchester United 2-0 Sunderland Man United climbed above Arsenal into third in the Premier League table for 24 hours at least with a 2-0 win at home to Sunderland. But while it was a good day for the United captain, referee Roger East had a Saturday afternoon to forget. East bizarrely decided to dismiss Sunderland's Wes Brown after awarding the spot-kick from which Rooney broke the deadlock, even though John O'Shea was clearly the man who pulled back Radamel Falcao in the penalty box. The home fans at Old Trafford grew increasingly... http://ift.tt/1Dm4wJBSlipping Trippier boosts Swans
Burnley Swansea City 0 1 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats A chaotic own goal from Burnley defender Kieran Trippier sealed another grim afternoon for the hosts as Swansea won 1-0 to steal the points at Turf Moor.Trippier turned the ball past his own goalkeeper after a mighty goalmouth scramble in the 64th minute which largely summed up an untidy and uninspiring affair.Not that it will matter to Garry Monk's buoyant visitors who seized their chance to build on last week's famous win over Manchester United and maintain their hopes of a top-10 finish.Bafetimbi... http://ift.tt/1EzIKGJ
Prem: Rooney -- Man United goal (84')
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Wayne Rooney (84') Manchester United 2-0 Sunderland http://ift.tt/1EzIKqm
Prem: Trippier -- Burnley own goal (64')
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Kieran Trippier (64') Burnley 0-1 Swansea City http://ift.tt/1vK1qlk
Prem: Rooney -- Man United PK goal (66')
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Wayne Rooney (66') Manchester United 1-0 Sunderland http://ift.tt/18yahMM
Prem: Near own goal for Sunderland
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: John O'Shea (25') Manchester United 0-0 Sunderland http://ift.tt/1EVW9XK
Prem: Berahino -- West Brom goal (2')
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Saido Berahino (2') West Brom 1-0 Southampton http://ift.tt/1AFaBU8
West Ham United 1-3 Crystal Palace
West Ham United Crystal Palace 1 3 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats Alan Pardew returned to Upton Park and saw his Crystal Palace side put West Ham to the sword to increase the pressure on Sam Allardyce.The 53-year-old spent three years as Hammers' boss and, whilst he has been back on several occasions, this will be one of the most memorable as Jason Puncheon inspired the Eagles to a 3-1 win - although the victory was tainted as two-goal hero Glenn Murray was sent off in the second-half.Murray had threatened on no less than three occasions before he opened the scoring... http://ift.tt/1vJDfDm
Prem: Valencia -- West Ham goal (76')
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Enner Valencia goal (76') West Ham 1-3 Crystal Palace http://ift.tt/18xNzo9
Prem: Murray -- Crystal Palace goal (63')
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Glenn Murray goal (63') West Ham 0-3 Crystal Palace http://ift.tt/1wx2Avp
IFAB delay live video technology trial, triple punishment rule change agreed
ESPN FC's Shaka Hislop discusses why the idea of video technology is unpopular among members of FIFA. Football's lawmakers have delayed live trials of video technology at matches for at least 12 months. The Dutch FA had wanted to use its system in the Dutch Cup next season, but the International FA Board (IFAB) meeting in Belfast wants more information before giving the green light. Football Association chairman Greg Dyke had been keen to push forward live trials but other delegates were more cautious, which means it will be at least another year before the go-ahead can be given. Meanwhile a move... http://ift.tt/18xKF2wEverton's Roberto Martinez doubts psychological setback for Arsenal
The ESPN FC panel discuss the necessary elements to a potential Arsenal victory over Everton. ESPN FC analysts Janusz Michallik and Steve Nicol predict the outcome of Sunday's three biggest matches. Everton striker Steven Naismith reacts after his side's 3-1 triumph over Young Boys on Thursday puts them in the last 16 of the Europa League. Everton boss Roberto Martinez has no doubt his side will face an Arsenal outfit who are mentally prepared despite the hefty blow the Londoners suffered in the Champions League earlier this week. The Gunners' chances of progressing to the quarterfinals of the continental competition look slim after they were beaten 3-1 at home by Monaco in their round of 16 first leg on Wednesday. It left Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger hitting out at the "weak mentality" of his team, and on Friday the Frenchman admitted... http://ift.tt/1wx2HqVPrem: Dan -- Crystal Palace goal (51')
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Scott Dann goal (51') West Ham 0-2 Crystal Palace http://ift.tt/1EzqAVF
Prem: Murray -- Crystal Palace goal (41')
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Glenn Murray goal (41') West Ham 0-1 Crystal Palace http://ift.tt/1Ezpaug
Manuel Pellegrini: Man City must change Anfield record vs. Liverpool
Jordan Henderson makes a special appearance in the latest HWTLU to announce his name change. Also, the very angry Alan Tikitally continues his reign of Scottish terror. The ESPN FC panel discuss the latest Soccer Power Index results and odds for this weekend's dire Premier League clash between Manchester City and Liverpool. Manuel Pellegrini knows all too well the dangers European football can pose on a domestic campaign, and notes that Liverpool may be feeling a strain following their Europa League defeat. Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini knows his side must address their poor record at Anfield to turn up the heat in the title race. With Chelsea involved in the Capital One Cup final this weekend, the champions can cut the gap at the top of the Premier League to two points with victory at Liverpool on Sunday. But history is not on their side with City having not won at the home of the Reds in any of their last 11 league visits -- seven of which they have lost -- and Pellegrini feels it is about... http://ift.tt/188I127Rodgers upbeat despite Europe exit
Liverpool Manchester City 12:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers admits their Europa League exit may yet prove to be a blessing in disguise.The Reds' run in the competition, having dropped down from the Champions League, lasted just one round as they lost to Besiktas on penalties on Thursday.Rodgers insists there was no psychological damage from the first European penalty shoot-out defeat in the club's history and believes it may end up working in their favour.Last season, without the demands of Europe, his side hit top form after... http://ift.tt/18xAHOC
Manchester United's Ander Herrera: I wish I could play every game
The ESPN FC crew discuss Manchester United's chances of defeating Sunderland following their crushing loss to Swansea. ESPN FC's Craig Burley questions whether or not Manchester United will be able to stay in the top four. Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal says Sunderland will not be an easy proposition, ahead of their Premier League encounter at Old Trafford. Ander Herrera has told The Telegraph that he wants to play every game for Manchester United, but acknowledges that Louis van Gaal has no "pecking order" and will pick his in-form players. Herrera, 25, joined United from Athletic Bilbao for 28.8 million pounds last summer, but has made just 14 Premier League appearances with injuries and Van Gaal's tactics affecting his hopes of a starting role. MANCHESTER UNITED LATEST - Payne: Nani shows United what they're missing - Pereira could follow Pogba to Juventus - Okwonga: 10 expiring Man Utd contracts: Stay or go? - Mitten: Season starts now in Champions League push - Patterson: Defence proving costly to Man Utd season - FC TV: What is Man United's identity? The Red Devils fell to defeat at Swansea last weekend despite Herrera opening the scoring, with the midfielder... http://ift.tt/1vJi0lfBrendan Rodgers: Europa League exit could be blessing for Liverpool
Manuel Pellegrini knows all too well the dangers European football can pose on a domestic campaign, and notes that Liverpool may be feeling a strain following their Europa League defeat. LIVERPOOL -- Liverpool's Europa League exit could be positive for the club as it frees them up from potential fixture congestion, manager Brendan Rodgers says. Rodgers' side went out of the competition at the round of 32 stage on penalties to Turkish side Besiktas on Thursday. The Reds did not arrive home until 4.30 a.m. on Friday, leaving them little time to prepare for Sunday's Premier League home match against title contenders Manchester City. Liverpool's fixture list has been packed since the... http://ift.tt/1aAQI77Arsenal v Everton
Arsenal Everton 2:05 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Arsenal (WWLWW) v Everton (DWDLD)Last season: Everton 3 Arsenal 0, Arsenal 1 Everton 1Arsenal go into this one on the back of five wins in their last six Barclays Premier League matches after holding on for a 2-1 victory at Crystal Palace last time out.Everton were far from convincing at home to Leicester in their last match and are lying six points off the relegation zone following the 2-2 draw.Back Arsenal to claim the three points against the out-of-sorts Merseysiders with a 2-1 success and Santi... http://ift.tt/1Am2BCX
Daniel Sturridge, Jordan Henderson fit for Liverpool against Man City
Manuel Pellegrini knows all too well the dangers European football can pose on a domestic campaign, and notes that Liverpool may be feeling a strain following their Europa League defeat. Daniel Sturridge has been cleared to play in Liverpool's Premier League clash with Manchester City on Sunday. The striker was substituted as a precaution during Thursday's Europa League round of 32 second leg defeat at Besiktas and he is still regaining full match fitness, having returned in late January after five months out with thigh and calf problems. Brendan Rodgers has admitted that he has to manage the 25-year-old England international's fitness to ensure he suffers no further problems. The... http://ift.tt/1zpspOfBoot Room: Premier League
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Jordan Henderson makes a special appearance in the latest HWTLU to announce his name change. Also, the very angry Alan Tikitally continues his reign of Scottish terror. Nick Miller looks at five key talking points regarding Sunday's clash between Liverpool and Manchester City at Anfield. 1. Will this game prove crucial for Manuel Pellegrini? Another season and, barring something thoroughly implausible in the Camp Nou, another European disappointment for Manchester City. One of the theories behind Manuel Pellegrini replacing Roberto Mancini as manager was that he could bring Champions League success to this expensively-assembled squad. But in truth they don't... http://ift.tt/1ATMoZdTim Sherwood open to all options to keep Aston Villa in the Premier League
Aston Villa manager Tim Sherwood spoke to the media on Thursday, ahead of Saturday's English Premier League trip to Newcastle United. Tim Sherwood has left the door open for a sports psychologist to aid Aston Villa's survival fight. The Villa Park chief insisted, though, his players must rediscover their character for the relegation run-in. They go to Newcastle on Saturday second bottom of the Premier League after six straight defeats. They have scored just 13 goals in 26 league games this season, the lowest in the top flight, and boss Sherwood would explore all options to improve their confidence and help Villa stay up. Newcastle United Aston Villa 3:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats "If there's... http://ift.tt/1DkFH0AFriday, February 27, 2015
Kolo Toure says Liverpool will be ready for Manchester City
Besiktas manager Slaven Bilic believes Liverpool were the UEFA Europa League favourites before they were eliminated in Istanbul. Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers believes a defensive lapse cost his side a place in the last 16 of the Europa League at the hands of Besiktas. The ESPN FC panel answer your questions on what Liverpool's priorities are for the remainder of the season, whether small clubs get enough praise for upset wins and more. Defender Kolo Toure has dismissed worries about fatigue as Liverpool look to pick themselves up from a disappointing Europa League exit. After 120 minutes of football and then a penalty shoot-out defeat to Besiktas in Istanbul the squad touched down in the UK at 4.30 a.m., just under 56 hours before they host title-chasing Manchester City. Manager Brendan Rodgers had already expressed his concern about the tight timeframe -- Sunday's Premier League match kicks off at noon with City having had two... http://ift.tt/1BIwioUMourinho sparks Matic row, Qatari Christmas, Premier League humbled
The ESPN FC crew give their take as to why some of the top Premier League clubs are struggling in European competition. ESPN FC's Craig Burley criticises Jose Mourinho's latest comments on a conspiracy against Chelsea. ESPN FC's Gab Marcotti answers what would happen if clubs fight FIFA and refuse to release their players for a winter World Cup. Fabio Cannavaro will appeal a 10-month prison sentence for breaching orders to keep out of his house after it was seized by authorities. Alessandro Lucarelli says that the Parma team will pay the coach and hotel for the away game against Genoa as computers are removed from the training centre in Parma, Italy. This week's roundup of the biggest news stories features Jose Mourinho starting another row, a potentially unconventional festive season and the Premier League being put in its place. 1. Christmas in Qatar Another step in the agonising process toward football's first winter World Cup was made on Tuesday when a FIFA task force recommended that the 2022 tournament in Qatar be held in November and December of that year, with some reports suggesting the event would only end two days before Christmas. That... http://ift.tt/18vhnSn
Prem: United highlight Saturday action
Manchester United host struggling Sunderland at Old Trafford on Saturday. http://ift.tt/1Bnnkvq
Carver targets climb up table
Newcastle United Aston Villa 3:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Newcastle head coach John Carver is looking upwards rather than over his shoulder as the Barclays Premier League season enters its final phase.The Magpies sit in 11th place in the table ahead of Saturday's home clash with struggling Aston Villa, 10 points clear of the drop zone, but four short of the top 10.But with Carver in temporary charge following Alan Pardew's January exit and the FA Cup having come and gone with barely a whimper on Tyneside, disgruntled fans are already writing off the season.However,... http://ift.tt/1AByzQe
Premier League's best weekend bets
James Milner and Manchester City meet Raheem Sterling and Liverpool on Sunday. It's been a difficult week for Premier League clubs in European competition, with Manchester City and Arsenal suffering defeats at the hands of Barcelona and Monaco, respectively, in the Champions League, and then Liverpool and Tottenham crashing out of the Europa League on Thursday night. The biggest challenge here for some of England's leading clubs could be putting those setbacks behind them and re-focusing on domestic matters -- such as Liverpool and Manchester City, who meet on Sunday. Here's a look at the best value bet for that match as well as three others, including Manchester United-Sunderland, Newcastle-Aston Villa and Stoke City-Hull City. Manchester United (home) vs. Sunderland Asian handicap: Man Utd -1.25 (-122) vs. Sunderland +1.25 (+114) 3-way line: Man Utd -282 / Sunderland +988 / Draw +427 PickCenter public consensus money line pick: 82 percent picked United Total: 2.5 (Over -116, Under +106) You need a masochistic streak to back Manchester United this season. Just when you think Louis van Gaal's side have turned a corner, they hit the wall, or drive into a dead end. ... http://ift.tt/1ABywUGManchester United's David de Gea: Talk of row with Louis van Gaal 'a lie'
ESPN FC's Steve Nicol believes Robin van Persie's injury will finally bring consistency to Louis van Gaal's strike partnership. Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal gives an update on Robin van Persie's ankle injury as he looks ahead to their Premier League match against Sunderland. ESPN FC's Stuart Holden believes Louis van Gaal's downfall has been not finding a consistent lineup. Former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson says David Moyes would have been sacked by now if he had been in charge of Manchester United this season. ESPN FC's Stuart Holden believes that Manchester United will be able to bounce back from their recent poor performance. Manuel Pellegrini's side was able to close the gap on Chelsea to a five-point difference in the Premier League. Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has dismissed speculation he has fallen out with manager Louis van Gaal. One report in Spain this week claimed De Gea had not spoken to the United boss in "a few months." But De Gea rejected that notion out of hand during an interview with MUTV on Friday. "Everything that has been written in the press about us not getting on is a lie," De Gea said. "We both want the best for the club and the team, and the stories are complete lies.'' http://ift.tt/1JVuuwvNicol: RVP injury a blessing
ESPN FC's Steve Nicol believes Robin van Persie's injury will finally bring consistency to Louis van Gaal's strike partnership. http://ift.tt/1E4wdMn
Newcastle's pride at stake in clash with Aston Villa
On Saturday, versus Aston Villa, Newcastle goalkeeper Tim Krul will be hoping his day will not be as busy as it was last week at Manchester City. There's no love lost between Newcastle United and Aston Villa. Period. When Newcastle were sent crashing into the Football League by virtue of their 1-0 loss at Villa Park six years ago, it inflicted plenty of wounds on Geordie fans. It was bad enough seeing an expensively assembled team mis-managed for the previous six months by Joe Kinnear, who laid the foundations for the drop. Therefore the last thing Newcastle supporters needed was to have their noses rubbed in it further by Aston Villa... http://ift.tt/1FFxc2TUEFA to probe Monaco financial fair play, closes Liverpool case
Besiktas manager Slaven Bilic believes Liverpool were the UEFA Europa League favourites before they were eliminated in Istanbul. Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers believes a defensive lapse cost his side a place in the last-16 of the UEFA Europa League at the hands of Besiktas. The ESPN FC panel answer your questions on what Liverpool's priorities are for the remainder of the season, whether small clubs get enough praise for upset wins and more. Relive the most memorable moments from Wednesday's Champions League Round of 16 action, highlighted by Monaco's 3-1 win over Arsenal. Five-time European champion Liverpool have been cleared of any breaches of financial fair play but Hull have been fined 145,000 pounds, UEFA has announced. UEFA on Friday ordered further probes into the accounts of Champions League contender Monaco for possible overspending on player transfers and wages. UEFA said its club finance panel also wants more scrutiny of Inter Milan, Roma, Sporting Lisbon and Monaco for potentially breaking Financial Fair Play rules. UEFA investigated the clubs' accounts... http://ift.tt/1E4wb7lPulis: Baggies lucky to have Foster
West Bromwich Albion Southampton 3:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Tony Pulis has hailed West Brom's Ben Foster as one of the top flight's best goalkeepers as he prepares for his showdown with Fraser Forster.The Baggies ace has kept 10 clean sheets this season - with Southampton and England rival Forster two ahead on 12 in the race for the golden glove.The pair are battling for the national number two spot behind Joe Hart and meet when Saints visit The Hawthorns on Saturday.Boss Pulis managed Foster at Stoke, although he never made a first-team appearance, and believes... http://ift.tt/1Expwld
Liverpool cleared of financial fair play breaches but Hull City fined
The ESPN FC panel answer your questions on what Liverpool's priorities are for the remainder of the season, whether small clubs get enough praise for upset wins and more. Besiktas manager Slaven Bilic believes Liverpool were the UEFA Europa League favourites before they were eliminated in Istanbul. Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers believes a defensive lapse cost his side a place in the last-16 of the UEFA Europa League at the hands of Besiktas. Liverpool have been cleared of financial fair play (FFP) breaches but Hull City have been hit with a fine, European football's governing body confirmed in a statement on Friday. The Reds had been one of several clubs absent from European competition last season under investigation by UEFA's Club Financial Control Body (CFCB). The CFCB met on Friday and announced that its investigations into Liverpool had -- as expected -- ended without any sanctions being brought against the Merseyside club. But... http://ift.tt/185XZKtEuropa League fan incident doesn't worry Everton boss Roberto Martinez
Everton striker Steven Naismith reacts after his side's 3-1 triumph over Young Boys on Thursday puts them in the last 16 of the Europa League. Dynamo Kiev escape a late challenge from Guingamp to advance to the round of 16. Two Dynamo Kiev red cards and two second-half goals for Guingamp highlighted a 2-1 game in France. Guingamp head coach Jocelyn Gourvennec spoke on Wednesday ahead of their Europa League Round of 32 game against Dynamo Kiev on Thursday. LIVERPOOL -- Roberto Martinez said he has no worries about fan trouble when his Everton side face Dynamo Kiev in the Europa League last 16. The Ukrainian Premier League leaders are being investigated by UEFA after violent scenes marred their round of 32 second leg victory over Guingamp in Kiev on Thursday. Reports have suggested that the NSC Olimpiyskiy Stadium match on March 19 could be played behind closed doors as a result of the trouble, which forced the referee to suspend play for 15 minutes. Everton... http://ift.tt/1Expw4DVan Gaal: Van Persie out for a long time
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal gives an update on Robin van Persie's ankle injury as he looks ahead to their Premier League match against Sunderland. http://ift.tt/1ExnVvw
Van Gaal: Van Persie out for a long time
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal gives an update on Robin van Persie's ankle injury as he looks ahead to their Premier League match against Sunderland. http://ift.tt/1ExnVvw
Fantasy preview: Week 27
ESPN FC's Mark Donaldson previews a busy week of Premier League fixtures ahead, and suggests top ELP fantasy picks. For the first time this season, all 20 Premier League teams will not be in action for a league game week because of the Capitol One Cup Final. Cup finalists Chelsea and Tottenham are idle as are Leicester and QPR. There is one game to check announced lineups in Week 27 before the ESPNFC fantasy game locks: West Ham-Crystal Palace. Saturday, Feb. 28 West Ham vs. Crystal Palace West Ham blew a two-goal lead at Tottenham for a disappointing draw in their last game on Feb. 22. Still, some impressive... http://ift.tt/1DhOJeTRomelu Lukaku fit for Everton clash vs. Arsenal, says Roberto Martinez
A brace from Romelu Lukaku sends Everton through to the Europa League round of 16 with a 7-2 aggregate triumph over Young Boys. A hat trick from Romelu Lukaku propelled Everton to a 4-1 victory over Young Boys in Bern, Switzerland. ESPN FC's Craig Burley thinks the pressure on Romelu Lukaku stems from his big contract and the expectations to produce for his team. LIVERPOOL -- Romelu Lukaku will be fit for Everton's Premier League trip to Arsenal on Sunday despite a Europa League hamstring scare. The 21-year-old striker took his goal total for the season to 15 by scoring twice in a 3-1 round of 32 second-leg win over Swiss side Young Boys at Goodison Park on Thursday, helping the Toffees to a 7-2 aggregate win. He limped off early in the second half with suspected hamstring trouble, but manager Roberto Martinez says there is no reason for concern. Martinez... http://ift.tt/1AB06kRHughes aiming for successive wins
Stoke City Hull City 3:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Stoke boss Mark Hughes believes his side can virtually assure a top-10 finish by winning their next two matches.The Potters have successive home games, against Hull on Saturday and Everton on Wednesday, and if they can take all six points on offer Hughes believes they will end the season in the top half of the Barclays Premier League table.They head into the weekend four points clear of 11th-placed Newcastle, unlikely to trouble the European spots and clear of relegation strife.But Hughes insists... http://ift.tt/1DhJEn0
Pellegrini looking to close gap on Chelsea
Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini on Friday looked ahead to his team's trip to Anfield to play Liverpool in the English Premier League on Sunday. http://ift.tt/1AAUXcv
Van Gaal: Sunderland victory vital
Manchester United Sunderland 3:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Louis van Gaal cannot bear to think about failing to escape from the frantic "rat race" he is currently involved in.Despite a run of two defeats in 16 Barclays Premier League matches, Manchester United's place in the top four does not look as solid as it did at the turn of the year.Although Southampton have dropped to fifth they remain just one point behind United while Liverpool's upturn in form has pushed them to within two points of their rivals.Liverpool's exit from the Europa League should aid... http://ift.tt/1AAUYNE
Arsene Wenger urges fans to stand with Arsenal after Monaco loss
ESPN FC's Paul Mariner believes Arsene Wenger and staff are putting together a strong squad, while Shaka Hislop thinks the Gunners boss should have left after winning the FA Cup. LONDON -- Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has urged the club's supporters to stand by his team after their latest hugely disappointing result in the Champions League against Monaco. Arsenal's 3-1 home defeat in the last-16 of Europe's elite competition sparked a fresh wave of criticism for Wenger and his players, but he hopes the Emirates Stadium faithful will continue to back the players as they head into Sunday's Premier League game against Everton. Arsenal AS Monaco 1 3 FT Leg 1 Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats "You are not a fan for one game, you are a fan... http://ift.tt/1AAUYgEEmre Can, Martin Skrtel and Mamadou Sakho combination key for Liverpool
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers believes a defensive lapse cost his side a place in the last-16 of the UEFA Europa League at the hands of Besiktas. It's fair to say that while the Capital One Cup final between Chelsea and Tottenham will be the main event in English football this weekend, the Premier League meeting of sixth-placed Liverpool and title holders Manchester City closely follows. Both sides will be looking to bounce back from disappointing results in Europe in midweek but it's the Reds whose exploits may well have been most damaging come the weekend. Were it not for the fact that not only did Liverpool play two days after City's narrow... http://ift.tt/1ExczI0Mauricio Pochettino hints that Tottenham goalkeeper pick done
Chelsea captain John Terry believes Nemanja Matic's absence from the English League Cup final is "a big miss" and added that he expects "a tight game" against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino was disappointed to be knocked out of the Europa League ahead of his side's match against Chelsea in th e Capital One Cup final. Second-half goals from Mario Gomez and Mohamed Salah propelled Fiorentina past Tottenham into the Europa League round of 16. The big question ahead of the Capital One Cup final is whether Hugo Lloris or Michel Vorm will start in goal for Tottenham -- a decision head coach Mauricio Pochettino suggests he has already made. The north Londoners have the chance to end a seven-year wait for silverware on Sunday when they take on Chelsea at Wembley. Spurs' strength in depth means Pochettino has some tough choices to make but none bigger than whether to stick with understudy Vorm. The Dutch goalkeeper played in all five Capital... http://ift.tt/1ExcBjc2022 World Cup final will be on or before Dec. 18, says Sepp Blatter
ESPN FC's Gab Marcotti answers what would happen if clubs fight FIFA and refuse to release their players for a winter World Cup. FIFA president Sepp Blatter has insisted the 2022 World Cup in Qatar will finish no later than Dec. 18 -- a move which could protect English football's traditional Boxing Day games. UEFA has proposed playing the final at the tournament on Dec. 23, just two days before Christmas, to lessen disruption to its own international matches. That sparked uproar in Britain as it would threaten the traditional festive club programme. Blatter, speaking for the first time since a FIFA task force confirmed November/December... http://ift.tt/1Gz5BBwSakho relishing run of derbies
West Ham United Crystal Palace 12:45 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Diafra Sakho is looking forward to three more London derbies in the coming weeks, starting with the visit of Crystal Palace.The Senegal striker tops West Ham's goalscoring charts and has already found the back of the net nine times in the Premier League since his summer arrival from Metz.Having gone three games without a goal, Sakho scored to put the Hammers 2-0 up at Tottenham last weekend, only for Sam Allardyce to see his side concede two late goals and have to settle for a point.The game at White... http://ift.tt/1AAzd0u
Louis van Gaal: Manchester United have to win the rat race
ESPN FC's Stuart Holden believes Louis van Gaal's downfall has been not finding a consistent lineup. Former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson says David Moyes would have been sacked by now if he had been in charge of Manchester United this season. Louis van Gaal has said he is aiming to win the "rat race" by steering Manchester United into the Champions League. With Chelsea and Manchester City appearing certain to finish as the Premier League's top two, United are locked in a five-way battle for the remaining two places in top four with Arsenal, Liverpool, Southampton and Tottenham. United, who have budgeted to finish third, had only lost once in a run of 19 games before they were defeated 2-1 by Swansea last week, which has left United fourth,... http://ift.tt/1ARgfBCDyche embraces Burnley popularity
Burnley Swansea City 3:00 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats Sean Dyche is feeling the love from fans of other clubs as he attempts to defy the odds and keep Burnley in the Premier League.The Clarets have the smallest budget of any team in the top flight but go into the final 12 games of the season separated from safety only by goal difference.Burnley have covered more miles than any other team this season and matched the global superstars of Manchester City and Chelsea away from home with a squad consisting predominantly of British and Irish players.If Dyche... http://ift.tt/1AAzctw
Busy fixture slate hampers English teams in Europe - Manuel Pellegrini
As Manchester City's hope of advancing in the UEFA Champions League was severely deflated by FC Barcelona, the ESPN FC crew debate whether or not Manuel Pellegrini should be sacked based on his side's UCL form. MANCHESTER -- Manuel Pellegrini believes English football's heavy winter workload helps account for the poor performance of Premier League teams in Europe. The Chilean's Manchester City were beaten 2-1 by Barcelona on Tuesday and were one of four of England's top seven sides to suffer setbacks in continental competitions this week. Arsenal lost 3-1 at home to Monaco before Tottenham went down 2-0 to Fiorentina and Liverpool were knocked out of the Europa League by Besiktas on penalties after being... http://ift.tt/1AAzaSfManuel Pellegrini: Manchester City have advantage over Liverpool
Jordan Henderson makes a special appearance in the latest HWTLU to announce his name change. Also, the very angry Alan Tikitally continues his reign of Scottish terror. MANCHESTER -- Manuel Pellegrini believes Manchester City have been handed an advantage against Liverpool by the Merseysiders' draining workload in the Europa League. Liverpool played 120 minutes against Besiktas in Istanbul on Thursday before losing on penalties, only arriving back in England in the early hours of Friday morning, and then kick off at midday local time on Sunday. Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers had said even before the game that the scheduling gave City an advantage, and Pellegrini... http://ift.tt/1G0BeWZTerry: Matic will be missed
Chelsea captain John Terry believes Nemanja Matic's absence from the English League Cup final is "a big miss" and added that he expects "a tight game" against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. http://ift.tt/1wqdSSd
Diego Costa warned by Jose Mourinho following ban for stamp
ESPN FC's Craig Burley criticises Jose Mourinho's latest comments on a conspiracy against Chelsea. Jose Mourinho says Diego Costa has to be "careful" with referees and other players because of the reputation he has developed with them, but reiterated that the Spain striker does not have to change his behaviour. Mourinho, who has suggested there is a "campaign" against his side, feels there is a victimisation of Chelsea's top scorer Costa, following the suspension for an adjudged stamp in the League Cup semifinal against Liverpool. The Portuguese said: "He has to be careful but not with his behaviour,... http://ift.tt/1vFP39JWenger expecting a reaction
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is expecting to see a response from his side against Everton on Sunday after their shock UEFA Champions League defeat to Monaco on Wednesday. http://ift.tt/1zlrwGx
Garry Monk's Swansea are capable of springing tactical surprise on Burnley
Swansea City manager Garry Monk spoke to the media on Thursday, looking ahead to his side's English Premier League trip to Burnley. After a historic victory over Manchester United last Saturday, the fixture list insists that Swansea come down from cloud nine and back to reality. Relegation-threatened Burnley aren't as illustrious an opponent as United, but with the title a two-horse race, the Clarets arguably have more to play for -- their Premier League status. Swansea will once again need to prove they can match a top-drawer performance against top-drawer opposition with the same level of concentration against a smaller side. The... http://ift.tt/1zlrzC6Robin van Persie sidelined for two weeks or more with ankle injury
ESPN FC's Stuart Holden believes that Manchester United will be able to bounce back from their recent poor performance. ESPN FC's Stuart Holden believes that Louis Van Gaal's downfall has been not finding a consistent lineup. Former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson says David Moyes would have been sacked by now if he had been in charge of Manchester United this season. Robin van Persie faces at least two weeks sidelines with an ankle injury and will miss Manchester United's FA Cup quarterfinal against his former club Arsenal. The Netherlands international suffered the injury during the 2-1 defeat at Swansea last weekend, leaving the Liberty Stadium on crutches. Swansea City Manchester United 2 1 FT Game Details Highlights GameCast Lineups and Stats United manager Louis van Gaal told a news conference: "He is injured. It is an ankle problem. I do not think it is very heavy, but ankle problems can take a long time -- it is not one or two weeks." It... http://ift.tt/18tSZjVArsene Wenger should stand by crestfallen Olivier Giroud vs. Everton
The ESPN FC crew debate the lack of quality shown by English clubs in the Champions League and why the Premier League's best seem to falter against 'inferior' opposition. When the No. 12 was raised aloft on the fourth official's board during Arsenal's 3-1 loss to Monaco on Wednesday, you feared for Olivier Giroud. His performance had drawn groans of frustration from an Emirates crowd that is famously unforgiving -- just ask Emmanuel Eboue, Andrey Arshavin and Nicklas Bendtner, who were both booed when coming off after disastrous displays. Fortunately, the crowd were relatively sympathetic to Giroud. There was an initial outburst of relief when they saw he was... http://ift.tt/1GyYYyZPremier League team news: All the Injuries and suspensions
Jordan Henderson makes a special appearance in the latest HWTLU to announce his name change. Also, the very angry Alan Tikitally continues his reign of Scottish terror. Get all the latest team news and information for the latest Premier League action. SATURDAY'S MATCHES West Ham United Crystal Palace 12:45 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats PREDICTION: A 1-1 draw. FANTASY PICK: Diafra Sakho KEY STAT: Marouane Chamakh has scored in both of his Premier League games for Palace against the Hammers. - WEST HAM Nene is in line to make his West Ham debut. The 33-year-old forward has yet to feature since joining the Hammers but, with Andy Carroll (knee) and Carlton Cole (hamstring) reducing Sam Allardyce's options in attack, the former... http://ift.tt/1AgicUtEnglish football's arrogance explains failure in Champions League, Europa
The ESPN FC crew give their take as to why some of the top Premier League clubs are struggling in European competition. The TV revenues are sky-rocketing, the transfer fees and wage bills will surely follow this summer. English football has never had it so good. But despite all their wealth, the Premier League's European representatives have endured a humiliating week. Is anyone really getting what they paid for? In the Champions League, Liverpool were knocked out in the group stage, while Manchester City and Arsenal are unlikely to last much longer in the knockouts. Chelsea will be quietly satisfied with their away... http://ift.tt/1EwTSnT#FCDebate: Should City sack Pellegrini?
As Manchester City's hope of advancing in the UEFA Champions League was severely deflated by FC Barcelona, the ESPN FC crew debate whether or not Manuel Pellegrini should be sacked based on his side's UCL form. http://ift.tt/185dJx6
Fantasy Focus: Busy week ahead
ESPN FC's Mark Donaldson previews a busy week of Premier League fixtures ahead, and suggests top ELP fantasy picks. http://ift.tt/1EwTSnE
Premier League team news: All the Injuries and suspensions
Jordan Henderson makes a special appearance in the latest HWTLU to announce his name change. Also, the very angry Alan Tikitally continues his reign of Scottish terror. Get all the latest team news and information for the latest Premier League action. SATURDAY'S MATCHES West Ham United Crystal Palace 12:45 PM GMT Game Details PickCenter GameCast Lineups and Stats PREDICTION: A 1-1 draw. FANTASY PICK: Diafra Sakho KEY STAT: Marouane Chamakh has scored in both of his Premier League games for Palace against the Hammers. - WEST HAM Nene is in line to make his West Ham debut. The 33-year-old forward has yet to feature since joining the Hammers but, with Andy Carroll (knee) and Carlton Cole (hamstring) reducing Sam Allardyce's options in attack, the former... http://ift.tt/1AgicUt
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