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'Not a joy to watch' - Slot alarmed by PL's set-piece obsession

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has admitted his "football heart" is struggling to adjust to the ways of a modern Premier League, claiming the division’s growing obsession with set-piece routines is making matches a chore to watch. The Dutchman, who won the title in his first season at Anfield, believes the tactical shift toward crowded goalmouths and physical dead-ball plays has turned the English top flight into an outlier compared to its European counterparts. Despite Liverpool’s own recent success from corners, Slot warned that this "new reality" is set to dominate the landscape for the foreseeable future.

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Nagelsmann criticises Stach but confirms Havertz's Germany return

Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has sent a clear warning to his squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup, suggesting that high-profile names could be left out of his final selection. As the nation prepares for upcoming friendlies against Switzerland and Ghana later this month, Nagelsmann has indicated that club status will not guarantee a seat on the plane to North America, emphasising that team chemistry and specific tactical profiles will take precedence over reputation.

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Revealed: Jover gets bonus for Arsenal set-piece goals

Arsenal's rise to becoming the Premier League’s undisputed masters of the dead ball has been no accident, and it has now been revealed that the Gunners’ highly-rated set-piece coach, Nicolas Jover, has a unique incentive written into his contract. The 44-year-old specialist is reportedly receiving a specific bonus payment every time Mikel Arteta’s side finds the back of the net from a set-piece situation, rewarding the Frenchman for the marginal gains that have kept the north London side at the summit of the table.

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Shearer defends Arsenal over set-piece goals in Chelsea win

Alan Shearer has thrown his weight behind Arsenal’s title charge, insisting that Mikel Arteta’s side have what it takes to fend off Manchester City and claim the Premier League crown. The Gunners maintained their five-point cushion at the summit with a gritty 2-1 victory over Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium, though the nature of the win sparked fresh debate over their reliance on dead-ball situations. Despite the external noise, the Premier League’s all-time record goalscorer believes the north Londoners can get over the line.

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Transfer boost for Arsenal as Goretzka wants PL move

Arsenal have been handed a significant advantage in the race to secure one of Europe’s most decorated midfielders. Leon Goretzka, who is set to leave Bayern Munich at the end of the current campaign, has reportedly set his sights on a move to the Premier League. The news comes as a major blow to Serie A giants Inter, who had been hoping to lure the Germany international to San Siro as part of a midfield overhaul. With the 31-year-old’s contract expiring, his availability on a free transfer has alerted several top-tier clubs across the continent.

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Will Arsenal bottle it? Wright nervous over 'jittery' Gunners

Arsenal legend Ian Wright has admitted he is feeling "nervous" about the Gunners' title credentials following a "jittery" performance in their hard-fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea. Despite moving five points clear at the Premier League summit, the iconic former striker was left concerned by how Mikel Arteta’s side struggled to finish off a 10-man Blues team at the Emirates Stadium. Wright believes the north Londoners are developing a worrying habit of fading in the second half, a trend that could prove fatal as they enter the business end of the season.

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📽️ | Arteta asked if he has black eye after Arsenal win

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta found himself at the centre of one of the season's most bizarre press conference moments following his side’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea on Sunday. While the Spaniard was understandably buoyant after seeing his team restore their five-point lead at the top of the Premier League table, the post-match conversation took an unexpected turn away from tactical analysis.

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Rosenior vents frustration over Chelsea's 'deep lying' disciplinary issues

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior pulled no punches in his assessment of the club's disciplinary standards following a 2-1 defeat to Arsenal on Sunday. The Blues saw Pedro Neto dismissed in the 70th minute at the Emirates Stadium, a moment that effectively ended their hopes of a comeback. The red card was the club's ninth of the campaign across all competitions, including a dismissal for former head coach Enzo Maresca, and Rosenior is adamant that the trend must stop if the team is to progress.

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Ex-Chelsea star slams 'idiot' Neto after Arsenal loss

Chelsea’s disciplinary woes reached a new low on Sunday as Pedro Neto saw red in a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. The Portuguese winger, who has been a key figure for the Blues this season, lost his cool in a frantic second half, leaving his side a man down just as they were chasing an equaliser. The dismissal has sparked a fierce backlash from former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton, who didn't hold back in his assessment of Neto's conduct.

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Arteta gives Rice update after Arsenal star asks to be subbed

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta provided a concerning injury update on Declan Rice after the star midfielder was forced off during a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea. The vital win restored Arsenal's five-point lead over Manchester City in the Premier League title race, but the potential loss of Rice ahead of a busy schedule casts a shadow over the result.

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Explained: Why Odegaard is not in Arsenal squad to face Chelsea

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard was surprisingly left out of the squad for the crucial London derby against Chelsea at Emirates Stadium. Despite training earlier this week and making a recent comeback, Mikel Arteta confirmed a lingering knee injury forced the medical team to take a cautious approach to avoid risking a long-term setback.

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Arsenal on track to celebrate earliest ever St Totteringham's Day

Arsenal are on the verge of making north London history this weekend as they look to secure the earliest St Totteringham's Day on record. For the uninitiated, this is the celebration held by Gunners fans on the exact date it becomes mathematically impossible for bitter rivals Tottenham to finish above them in the Premier League table. With Mikel Arteta’s men currently flying at the summit and Spurs languishing near the foot of the division, the traditional shift in power is set to be confirmed before the clocks even go back.

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Rosenior admits Chelsea can't play the way he wants

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has dropped a significant bombshell ahead of his side’s highly-anticipated Premier League encounter with Arsenal, admitting that he has been forced to compromise on his tactical vision. Since taking the reins at Stamford Bridge in January, the 41-year-old has sought to implement a more expansive style of play, but he has now conceded that the physical demands of his philosophy are currently beyond the reach of his squad.

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Revealed: How much it will cost to sign Newcastle stars

Manchester United, Manchester City and Liverpool, among others, have been told how much it will cost to lure Newcastle's star players away from St. James' Park this summer. A host of key Magpies players have been linked with departures in recent months as Premier League rivals seek to exploit their sub-par season to boost their own respective squads.

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How Arsenal are unlocking potential in 'nightmare' Gyokeres

Arsenal are on the right path to unlocking Viktor Gyokeres' full potential, according to head coach Mikel Arteta. The Swede moved to the Premier League leaders in a deal worth an initial £54.8m last summer having shone for Sporting CP. Gyokeres scored 39 league goals and registered an additional seven assists as the Portuguese powerhouse pipped rivals Benfica to the title.

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Newcastle boss issues irritable response to Gordon exit talk

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has issued a prickly response to rumours linking Anthony Gordon with a big money transfer away from St. James' Park. Gordon is reportedly on Liverpool's radar as the Reds weigh up a move for the England international in a bid to rectify their left wing issues. The defending champions aren't the only side reportedly keen on the former Everton man, however.

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'Not here to give advice to Arteta!' - Guardiola snaps back at reporter

A nonplussed Pep Guardiola dismissed a question from a reporter that related to Mikel Arteta chasing his first Premier League title as a manager, insisting that he had not attended his pre-match press conference to offer advice to the Arsenal boss. Manchester City face Leeds on Saturday evening as they look to close the gap at the top of the table to two points, with the Gunners not in action until Sunday, when they host Chelsea.

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UCL last-16 draw: Man City face Real, Newcastle tackle Barca

Arsenal will face Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League last-16, while Liverpool have been paired with Galatasaray. Manchester City must overcome Real Madrid in order to keep their dreams of European glory in 2025-26 alive and Chelsea face a tough test against title holders Paris Saint-Germain. Newcastle are readying themselves for a clash with Barcelona and Tottenham will seek to put their Premier League struggles behind them when locking horns with Atletico Madrid.

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Arsenal's individual errors WILL cost them in title race

Arsenal couldn't really afford to lose or draw Sunday's north London derby with Tottenham. Their collapse at Wolves four days prior meant that the Premier League title race was now split evenly between themselves and Manchester City - if either side won all of their remaining fixtures, including their crunch meeting at the Etihad Stadium in April, they would be crowned champions.

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Arsenal legend Henry trolls Spurs and tips them for drop

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry insists Tottenham has never been a "tricky game" since they moved into their new stadium, and insists interim manager Igor Tudor faces a "massive job" to avoid relegation from the Premier League. Spurs are just four points clear of 18th-placed West Ham following a 4-1 defeat to the Gunners last time out at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Manchester United were founded in 1878, although under a different name at first - Newton Heath LYR. The name Manchester United was born in April 1902, beating alternative suggestions like Manchester Central and Manchester Celtic.

Manchester United are currently co-owned by the Glazer family, as well as INEOS founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe. In February, Ratcliffe bought an initial 25% stake in the club, ganing control over all the sporting operations.

Manchester United play their home games at the Old Trafford, which is also known as the 'Theatre Of Dreams' among fans and pundits.

Old Trafford has a capacity of 74,310, making it UK's second-biggest football stadium in terms of capacity (behind Wembley).

Manchester United have an impressive haul of 68 trophies in their prestigious history, which includes 20 league titles, three Champions Leagues, as well as 13 FA Cups.

Manchester United have won a record 20 English top flight titles. They have won 13 titles in the Premier League era, all of them coming under Sir Alex Ferguson. United, though, haven't lifted the Premier League trophy since the 2012-13 season.

With 963 appearances to his name, Ryan Giggs holds the record of making the most appearances for Manchester United. Giggs made his debut for the club in March 1991 and spent his entire professional career, spanning 23 years, at Old Trafford.

Wayne Rooney is Manchester United's all-time top goalscorer with 253 goals in 559 games for the club. He spent 13 years at the club, from 2004 to 2017.

Eric Cantona, Cristiano Ronaldo, George Best, Paul Scholes, Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, Edwin van der Sar, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Angel Di Maria, and Denis Irwin are some of the most famous players to have donned the Manchester United colours.

Sir Matt Busby, Sir Alex Ferguson, Jose Mourinho, David Moyes, and Louis van Gaal are among the most famous to have been at the helm at Old Trafford.

Manchester United are famously known as The Red Devils among their fans and rivals alike. The term was introduced by the legendary Sir Matt Busby in the 1960s – after the tragic Munich air disaster – seeking inspiration from a local rugby club from Salford, who were referred to as "Les Diables Rouges" (The Red Devils) when they toured France in 1934.