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  • John Terry hits back at Rio Ferdinand over Premier League defenders ranking

    John Terry hits back at Rio Ferdinand over Premier League defenders ranking

    ‘Opinions are great but stats don’t lie…’ Chelsea legend John Terry appeared to hit back at Rio Ferdinand after the former Manchester United man named Virgil van Dijk and Jaap Stam ahead of him when ranking the best defenders in Premier League history. Speaking to Liverpool centre-back Van Dijk on his YouTube show ‘Between the Lines’, […]

    4 years ago

  • Noel Gallagher left ‘covered in blood’ after headbutt from Ruben Dias’ dad

    Noel Gallagher left ‘covered in blood’ after headbutt from Ruben Dias’ dad

    “I’ve got two black eyes and Pep asks, ‘What’s up with your face?!’” Former Oasis star Noel Gallagher has revealed he needed stitches after being accidentally headbutted by Ruben Dias’ dad while celebrating Manchester City’s title triumph at the weekend. Pep Guardiola’s men secured their sixth Premier League title – and fourth in five years […]

    4 years ago

  • Erik ten Hag casts doubt on major overhaul of Man United squad

    Erik ten Hag casts doubt on major overhaul of Man United squad

    ‘This team was second in the Premier League’ Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has cast doubt over a major overhaul of the squad in the summer after pointing out that they were ‘good enough’ to finish second in the 2020/21 season. United had been expected to embark on a significant revamp of their squad […]

    4 years ago

  • Ralf Rangnick nicknamed ‘specs’ and subject to ‘bully behaviour’ at Man Utd

    Ralf Rangnick nicknamed ‘specs’ and subject to ‘bully behaviour’ at Man Utd

    The German had his decisions openly described as ‘bad’ by one player Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick was reportedly nicknamed ‘specs’ this season, while some players ‘didn’t give a s**t about his advice’. Erik ten Hag, who was unveiled to the press on Monday afternoon, has a number of challenges ahead of him as […]

    4 years ago

  • ‘Paris is my house!’ – Kylian Mbappe signs biggest contract in world football

    ‘Paris is my house!’ – Kylian Mbappe signs biggest contract in world football

    The Frenchman is staying in Paris Kylian Mbappe has signed a contract extension at Paris Saint-Germain after months of speculation which suggested he would move to Real Madrid. The Frenchman, whose contract was set to expire in the summer, looked destined to join La Liga giants at the end of the season, but he has […]

    4 years ago

  • La Liga chief brands PSG ‘an insult to football’ after Kylian Mbappe contract news

    La Liga chief brands PSG ‘an insult to football’ after Kylian Mbappe contract news

    ‘They are as dangerous as the Super League’ LaLiga president Javier Tebas has branded Paris Saint-Germain an ‘insult to football’ after Kylian Mbappe snubbed Real Madrid in favour of remaining in France. Mbappe’s contract was due to expire next month and he looked destined to sign for Madrid in the summer – with the Spanish […]

    4 years ago

  • Kylian Mbappe asked PSG to sell Neymar and replace him with Ousmane Dembele

    Kylian Mbappe asked PSG to sell Neymar and replace him with Ousmane Dembele

    Madrid are going to sign Neymar out of spite, aren’t they? Kylian Mbappe reportedly asked Paris Saint-Germain to sell Neymar and replace him with international teammate and Barcelona attacker Ousmane Dembele. As reported by Spanish journalist Sergio Santos, the Frenchman asked the Parisians to ‘let Neymar go’, with the Ligue 1 champions now working to find […]

    4 years ago

  • Florentino Perez tells Real Madrid squad of Kylian Mbappe transfer U-turn

    Florentino Perez tells Real Madrid squad of Kylian Mbappe transfer U-turn

    Mbappe is set to sign new PSG contract Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has reportedly told the Madrid dressing room that Kylian Mbappe will not be signing for the club. As reported by Spanish journalist Guillem Balague, Perez went in to the home dressing room after Los Blancos’ 0-0 draw against Real Betis on Friday […]

    4 years ago

  • Why Aston Villa could pocket £12m for helping Liverpool win Premier League title

    Why Aston Villa could pocket £12m for helping Liverpool win Premier League title

    Villa can still secure a top-half finish this season Aston Villa could reportedly earn a £12million windfall if they defeat Manchester City and finish in the top half of the Premier League table at the weekend. While Steven Gerrard’s side will play a role in which team is crowned Premier League champions on Sunday, there […]

    4 years ago

  • Ashley Barnes claims referees want Burnley to get relegated for ‘ugly style’

    Ashley Barnes claims referees want Burnley to get relegated for ‘ugly style’

    ‘I think people, even referees, want us gone from the league’ Burnley striker Ashley Barnes has claimed that some referees want Burnley ‘gone’ from the Premier League due to an undeserved reputation for playing ugly. The Clarets have been on the wrong end of a couple of contentious penalty and red card decisions in each of […]

    4 years ago

  • Juan Mata reveals he’ll talk to Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag about his future

    Juan Mata reveals he’ll talk to Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag about his future

    Mata’s contract expires in June Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata has revealed that he has a ‘conversation pending’ with incoming manager Erik ten Hag about his future at the club. The Spaniard is expected to leave Old Trafford when his contract expires in June after agreeing to a 12-month extension with the Reds Devils last summer. […]

    4 years ago

  • OPINION: Pitch invasions have taken on a sinister edge, it needs to stop

    OPINION: Pitch invasions have taken on a sinister edge, it needs to stop

    When Patrick Vieira walked across the Goodison Park pitch last night, he should at no point have had to worry about his safety Pitch invasions aren’t a new thing. They have happened for decades and regularly feature morons taking it too far, but in recent months the general feeling when they occur has grown increasingly […]

    4 years ago

  • Nemanja Matic claims Man United players are ‘doing their best’ this season

    Nemanja Matic claims Man United players are ‘doing their best’ this season

    ‘I just want the fans to know that, at the training ground, we’re doing our best.’ Nemanja Matic has sent a message to Manchester United fans insisting that the players are “doing our best” as he prepares to leave the club in the summer. The 33-year-old will depart Old Trafford at the end of the […]

    4 years ago

  • Liverpool forward Divock Origi agrees personal terms with AC Milan

    Liverpool forward Divock Origi agrees personal terms with AC Milan

    Origi signed for Liverpool in 2014. Liverpool striker Divock Origi has agreed personal terms with AC Milan, as reported by The Athletic. While the 27-year-old has not yet officially signed a contract or completed a medical, Milan are confident that Origi will complete a move to the San Siro when his Liverpool contract expires this […]

    4 years ago

  • Man jailed for headbutting Sheffield United captain Billy Sharp

    Man jailed for headbutting Sheffield United captain Billy Sharp

    The 30-year-old man was jailed for 24 weeks A man has been jailed for headbutting Sheffield United captain Billy Sharp at the end of Nottingham Forest’s play-off match against the Blades on Tuesday night. After Forest beat United 3-2 on penalties to progress to the Championship play-off final against Huddersfield Town, hundreds of home supporters […]

    4 years ago

  • PSG offer Kylian Mbappe ‘complete control’ with insane contract offer

    PSG offer Kylian Mbappe ‘complete control’ with insane contract offer

    Surely even PSG wouldn’t go through with this? Surely? Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly offered Kylian Mbappe control of sporting operations at the club in a desperate attempt to keep him in France. The 23-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season, with reports suggesting that he is close to officially confirming a […]

    4 years ago

  • Liverpool to hold victory parade even if they don’t win another trophy this season

    Liverpool to hold victory parade even if they don’t win another trophy this season

    The Reds have already won the FA Cup and Carabao Cup. Liverpool have announced that they will hold a victory parade next weekend, even if they fail to win the Premier League title or Champions League final. Jurgen Klopp’s men still have the opportunity to secure an unprecedented quadruple this season, with two trophies up […]

    4 years ago

  • Oli McBurnie: Police investigating video of alleged ‘stamp’ on Nottingham Forest fan

    Oli McBurnie: Police investigating video of alleged ‘stamp’ on Nottingham Forest fan

    The Sheffield United forward replied to a post on Twitter Sheffield United forward Oli McBurnie has denied stamping on a pitch-invader after shocking footage emerged from Tuesday’s Championship play-off semi-final. Police are investigating the incident, according to the BBC. Paul Heckingbottom’s side were beaten on penalties by Nottingham Forest in the second leg at the […]

    4 years ago

  • Boris Johnson slams Jurgen Klopp for defending Liverpool fans booing national anthem

    Boris Johnson slams Jurgen Klopp for defending Liverpool fans booing national anthem

    ‘They wouldn’t do it if there wasn’t a reason’ Downing Street has criticised Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp for suggesting fans had a reason to boo the national anthem during the FA Cup Final. The German defended the Reds’ supporters following the controversy at the weekend, insisting that they were “wonderful people” after MPs criticised the […]

    4 years ago

  • Pep Guardiola reveals what he said to Mark Noble during touching embrace

    Pep Guardiola reveals what he said to Mark Noble during touching embrace

    It was a wonderfully awkward embrace Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has revealed what he told Mark Noble as the pair shared a heartwarming embrace on Sunday. Noble, who was making his final home appearance before retiring at the end of the season, struggled to hold back the tears as he said farewell to the […]

    4 years ago

  • Philippe Coutinho ‘accepts 70% wage cut’ to complete Aston Villa move

    Philippe Coutinho ‘accepts 70% wage cut’ to complete Aston Villa move

    Coutinho was earning £470,000-a-week at Barcelona. Philippe Coutinho has reportedly agreed a staggering 70 per cent wage cut in order to complete his £17m move to Aston Villa from Barcelona. Villa confirmed that they had agreed a permanent deal to sign the Brazil international on a four-year deal earlier this week, with the attacking midfielder […]

    4 years ago

  • Jurgen Klopp admits he ‘feels for’ Chelsea after second cup final loss this season

    Jurgen Klopp admits he ‘feels for’ Chelsea after second cup final loss this season

    Classy from Klopp after the game. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has admitted that he ‘really feels’ for Chelsea after their ‘heartbreaking’ FA Cup final defeat to the Reds. Klopp’s men kept their slim hopes of securing an unprecedented quadruple alive after once against beating Chelsea on penalties at Wembley. The Reds – who overcame the […]

    4 years ago

  • Leaked photos show Cristiano Ronaldo wearing new Man United kits

    Leaked photos show Cristiano Ronaldo wearing new Man United kits

    Does this mean Ronaldo is staying at Old Trafford? Photos have emerged on social media of Cristiano Ronaldo wearing the leaked Manchester United kits for next season, with people speculating about the forward’s future at Old Trafford. The images, shared by The United Stand, show the 37-year-old posing in three shirts – one red, one […]

    4 years ago

  • Why Chelsea have chosen to wear yellow kit in FA Cup final vs Liverpool

    Why Chelsea have chosen to wear yellow kit in FA Cup final vs Liverpool

    Never say footballers aren’t superstitious. Chelsea will wear their yellow away kit against Liverpool in Saturday’s FA Cup final, despite the fact that there is no kit clash with their opponents. Liverpool, like they did when the two sides clashed in this season’s Carabao Cup final, will stick with their traditional red kit. Chelsea to […]

    4 years ago

  • Jamie Carragher admits Sadio Mane tweet from 2016 ‘hasn’t aged well’

    Jamie Carragher admits Sadio Mane tweet from 2016 ‘hasn’t aged well’

    ‘That tweet has not aged well.’ Jamie Carragher has admitted that his reaction to Sadio Mane’s transfer to Liverpool in 2016 “has not aged well” after he questioned the fee. The Senegal international signed for the Reds from Southampton during Jurgen Klopp’s first summer of recruitment. Despite impressing for the Saints, many people – including […]

    4 years ago

  • Romelu Lukaku appears to slam own agent amid Chelsea transfer talk claims

    Romelu Lukaku appears to slam own agent amid Chelsea transfer talk claims

    The Belgian forward was not best pleased. Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku appeared to criticise his own agent amid claims that he was set to talk about his Blues future with the club’s incoming owners. Lukaku’s agent, Federico Pastorello, suggested that the Belgian striker was planning to meet with the London club’s prospective Chelsea owner Todd […]

    4 years ago

  • Amir Khan announces his retirement from boxing at 35

    Amir Khan announces his retirement from boxing at 35

    Khan thanked his fans for their support during his career Amir Khan has announced his retirement from boxing at the age of 35. The Briton’s last fight came against Kell Brook in February this year, with the pair settling their differences after a rivalry that had lasted for over a decade. Khan suffered defeat to Brook […]

    4 years ago

  • Pep Guardiola tears into Dimitar Berbatov and Patrice Evra with Barcelona jibe

    Pep Guardiola tears into Dimitar Berbatov and Patrice Evra with Barcelona jibe

    Pep woke up and chose violence. Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has fired back at former Manchester United players Dimitar Berbatov and Patrice Evra after recent criticism of his team. Speaking ahead of City’s Premier League clash with West Ham United on Sunday, the Spaniard responded to comments from Berbatov and Evra about him being […]

    4 years ago

  • Antonio Conte fires back at ‘complaining’ Mikel Arteta after North London Derby

    Antonio Conte fires back at ‘complaining’ Mikel Arteta after North London Derby

    ‘I think he has to be focused more on his team and not complaining.’ Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte told Mikel Arteta to ‘stop complaining’ after Spurs beat the Gunners 3-0 in a controversial north London derby. Harry Kane scored twice in the first half and Son Heung-min bagged in the second period to move Conte’s […]

    4 years ago

  • Sean Dyche breaks silence on Burnley sacking in first interview since departure

    Sean Dyche breaks silence on Burnley sacking in first interview since departure

    ‘I didn’t make excuses then and I’m not going to now.’ Sean Dyche has broken his silence on being sacked by Burnley, suggesting that he was surprised by the timing of the decision but understands that he had not won enough matches. The 50-year-old was sacked by the Clarets in April after nine and a half […]

    4 years ago

  • Michael Carrick emerges as shock managerial candidate for Lincoln City

    Michael Carrick emerges as shock managerial candidate for Lincoln City

    Carrick is looking for his first full-time role. Former Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has emerged as a surprise contender for the vacant head coach’s job at a League One club. As reported by The Daily Mail, Carrick is being targeted by Lincoln City, with the 40-year-old looking for his first full-time managerial job. The […]

    4 years ago

  • ‘Reckless’ Dan James sent off for horror tackle on Mateo Kovacic

    ‘Reckless’ Dan James sent off for horror tackle on Mateo Kovacic

    James was sent off in the 24th minute. Graeme Souness has criticised Leeds United winger Dan James for his shocking challenge in the first half of the Whites’ Premier League clash against Chelsea on Wednesday night. Chelsea opened the scoring against Jesse Marsch’s men in the fourth minute through Mason Mount, with the 23-year-old finishing […]

    4 years ago

  • Chelsea decided against Erling Haaland transfer after scouts ‘raised concerns’

    Chelsea decided against Erling Haaland transfer after scouts ‘raised concerns’

    The Blues were ‘concerned’ about his style of play Chelsea were reportedly interested in signing Erling Haaland from Borussia Dortmund before club scouts raised concerns over his playing style. The 21-year-old officially signed for reigning Premier League champions Manchester City on Tuesday and will move to the Etihad in the summer after the two clubs reached […]

    4 years ago

  • The FootballJOE Pub Quiz: Week 36

    The FootballJOE Pub Quiz: Week 36

    Week 36 Wow. What a week, hey? The European football season is starting to come to an end, but there’s still plenty to look forward to. But, if you are feeling a bit bored today, why not cheer yourself up with this week’s quiz? You know you want to. We’ve got rounds on the English […]

    4 years ago

  • Man United fans slam club for Ajax title tweet

    Man United fans slam club for Ajax title tweet

    Probably not the best timing from United. Manchester United supporters have reacted angrily to a now-deleted tweet about incoming manager Erik ten Hag’s title hunt at Ajax. The Red Devils posted an update on Ajax’s quest to become Eredivisie champions for the 36th time, tweeting about the Dutch outfit’s 2-2 draw away at AZ Alkmaar […]

    4 years ago

  • Pep Guardiola apologises to reporter for how difficult supporting Man United must be

    Pep Guardiola apologises to reporter for how difficult supporting Man United must be

    ‘I’m sorry, James’ Pep Guardiola jokingly apologised to a Manchester United-supporting journalist for how difficult it must be to follow the Red Devils at the moment. City thrashed Newcastle United 5-0 at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, moving three points clear of Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table. Despite the emphatic victory, […]

    4 years ago

  • Pep Guardiola bizarrely claims ‘everyone in this country’ supports Liverpool

    Pep Guardiola bizarrely claims ‘everyone in this country’ supports Liverpool

    ‘Everyone in this country supports Liverpool, the media and everyone’ Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has claimed that ‘everyone in this country’ supports Liverpool after his side thrashed Newcastle United, on Sunday afternoon. City managed to get over the disappointment of their Champions League semi-final exit at Madrid to batter Newcastle 5-0 and open a […]

    4 years ago

  • Manchester United stars set for 25 per cent wage cut after Brighton thrashing

    Manchester United stars set for 25 per cent wage cut after Brighton thrashing

    Ronaldo’s weekly wages could drop from £385,000 to around £288,000 Several Man United players are set to be hit with a salary reduction after the Red Devils failed to qualify for the Champions League next season. Manchester United can no longer finish in the Premier League top four this campaign following their 4-0 thrashing at […]

    4 years ago

  • Cristiano Ronaldo holds secret meeting with Alex Ferguson over Man United future

    Cristiano Ronaldo holds secret meeting with Alex Ferguson over Man United future

    The pair have always enjoyed a close relationship. Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly discussed his future at Manchester United with former manager Alex Ferguson in a number of secret meetings. As reported by the Mirror, the Portuguese international, who lives close to Ferguson in Cheshire, has been involved in a number of conversations with the 80-year-old […]

    4 years ago

  • How Toni Kroos helped Carlo Ancelotti mastermind late comeback, from the bench

    How Toni Kroos helped Carlo Ancelotti mastermind late comeback, from the bench

    Kroos looks destined for a career in management. Toni Kroos has revealed that he helped Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti decide who he should bring off the bench to inspire their stunning comeback against Manchester City in the Champions League semi-final. The German international was substituted with 22 minutes remaining, with Brazilian forward Rodrygo replacing […]

    4 years ago

  • Ralf Rangnick defends decision not to hand Jesse Lingard Old Trafford send-off

    Ralf Rangnick defends decision not to hand Jesse Lingard Old Trafford send-off

    ‘This will not be to the liking of everybody, but it’s also part of the game.’ Ralf Rangnick has defended his decision not to give Jesse Lingard an Old Trafford send-off before he leaves Manchester United as a free agent at the end of the season. The Red Devils’ interim boss opted to bring on Edinson […]

    4 years ago

  • Jose Mourinho burst into tears after guiding Roma to Europa Conference League final

    Jose Mourinho burst into tears after guiding Roma to Europa Conference League final

    ‘Why did I shed a tear? Because I feel what they all feel.’ Jose Mourinho shed a tear at full-time after leading Roma to their first European final for 31 years following their victory over Leicester City. Former Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham’s goal in the 11th minute was enough to send the Serie A outfit […]

    4 years ago

  • Real Madrid accused of inadvertently motivating Liverpool with t-shirts

    Real Madrid accused of inadvertently motivating Liverpool with t-shirts

    Could this come back to haunt Madrid? Several fans have suggested that Real Madrid have inadvertently motivated Liverpool to go on and win the Champions League final after the LaLiga side wore celebratory shirts after their semi-final win over Manchester City. Carlo Ancelotti’s side secured a sensational comeback win over Pep Guardiola’s men in the […]

    4 years ago

  • Real Madrid punish Grealish misses as Man City implode in chaotic climax

    Real Madrid punish Grealish misses as Man City implode in chaotic climax

    FOOTBALL. WOW. Real Madrid progressed to the Champions League final thanks to a stunning comeback victory over Manchester City in the semi-final on Wednesday night. Pep Guardiola’s side came into the tie against Madrid with a 4-3 lead after the first leg in Manchester, and looked set for a place in the final against Liverpool having […]

    4 years ago