Despite being 37-year-old, Brazilian defender Thiago Silva continues to be world-class and has been leading the Chelsea backline with distinction and flair. BBC Journalist Garth Crooks has named Thiago Silva in his Premier League Team of the Week for Round 28. The Brazilian centre-back was in top form during the visit to Turf Moor last weekend. Although the scoreline ended in a 0-4 victory for Chelsea, the match was closer than the score suggests. Burnley had several attempts to go into the half-time break ahead and they’d have probably found the back of the net had it not been for…
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The burden of defeat in the Euro 2020 Final fell on Bukayo Saka’s shoulders; the youngster missed the spot-kick that gave Italy the cup. However, his club manager Mikel Arteta thinks that that miss turned out to be a blessing in disguise for the forward. Saka scored one and assisted one as Arsenal saw Watford off at the Vicarage Road to go fourth in the Premier League. Those were the Englishman’s eighth goal and fifth assist of the season – such has been his key influence in the current Arsenal side. However, at one point, it looked like the forward…
With the 2022 season just around the corner, cricket fans are already trying to make sure they have plenty of ways to watch IPL live and support their favorite team. Out of all the national cricket leagues, the Indian Premier League is the most-anticipated event that brings together fans of the sport from all around the globe. This will be the 15th season of the IPL and for some Indian fans, it’s bigger than football. This season is special since it introduces two new franchises to the competition and there’s a lot of excitement around this event. And since the…
The Dutchman has openly fired shots at President Joan Laporta for facilitating club legend’s Lionel Messi departure in the summer. Ronald Koeman also mentioned that the club’s president Joan Laporta was unwilling to give him the time to change things around this season. Speaking for the first time publicly since being unceremoniously sacked as head coach of the Blaugrana, Koeman has questioned Barcelona’s 55 million euro signing of Ferran Torres following everything that took place in the summer transfer window. Barcelona had to cut their ties with club legend Messi who arrived to the club as a 13-year-old and went on to become one…
Bengaluru drew the curtains on their Indian Super League campaign this season with a 1-0 win over SC East Bengal who finished at rock bottom of the table. Hyderabad, meanwhile, continued their winning march and eliminated Mumbai City from the playoffs race. East Bengal had another season to forget in the Indian Super League as they finished at the bottom of the table with just a single win to their name in 20 games. The managerial change in the middle of the season did little to change the tide of the red and gold brigade who suffered their 11th defeat…
Despite going 0-1 down against Real Sociedad, La Liga table toppers Real Madrid showed plenty of character to complete a wonderful comeback. The visitors stunned the Santiago Bernabeu after Mikel Oyarzabal put them into the lead from 12 yards inside the first 10 minutes. David Silva was fouled inside the box by Eder Militao and the Spain international made no mistake from the penalty spot. While Real Sociedad looked in an extremely comfortable position, they had to surrender their first-half advantage after two quick goals from Los Blancos towards the closing stages of the first half. Exciting French signing Eduardo Camavinga restored parity after a brilliant strike that…
Leeds United began life under new manager with a loss to Leicester City. It has been a disastrous season for them as they’re battling to maintain their distance from the relegation zone. Sadio Mane’s goal proved to be the difference between Liverpool and West Ham. Chelsea put four past Burnley despite all the off-field noise surrounding the club. It has been a disastrous season for Leeds who have struggled to get into rhythm due to frequent and long-term injuries to several key players. As a result, they had to part ways with legendary manager Marcelo Bielsa, who earned them promotion…
Following recent threats of sanctions by the UK President after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Chelsea’s Russian owner Roman Abramovich has decided to put the club up for sale after 19 years in charge. Several names have emerged with Turkish billionaire Muhsin Bayrak also revealing his plans to buy Chelsea. The Turkish has become the latest high-profile bidder to enter the race according to widespread reports in England. Chelsea have also received several significant offers and the London-based club also expecting more official bids to be submitted. Muhsin Bayrak is a construction, energy and technology magnate in Turkey and has also…
Former Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri is keen on reuniting with his ex-colleagues from his time in London. As per reports, the Lazio boss is eyeing moves for Kepa Arrizabalaga, Callum Hudson-Odoi, and Emerson Palmieri. Maurizio Sarri’s year in Chelsea might have dragged over the finish line, but it ended with a flourish. The Italian led the Blues to triumph over rivals Arsenal in the UEFA Europa League – winning his first professional silverware in the process. Two of those who started the final – along with one who didn’t, albeit due to a long-term injury – are now on his…
Jurgen Klopp is entering the twilight of his Liverpool managerial career, that is, if the words of Klopp himself are to be believed. The German tactician is planning on leaving the club in 2024 – if he does not have the energy to continue anymore. Jurgen Klopp, in a recent media interaction, claimed his plan to leave Liverpool upon the expiration of his contract in 2024 remains in place. The Reds find themselves in a particularly productive period with Klopp at the helm, during which they have won the Premier League, the Champions League, the Super Cup, the Club World…