Ivory Coast midfielder Seko Fofana has officially announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to a highly successful chapter with the Elephants. The 31-year-old former Manchester City academy prospect confirmed the news on social media following a career highlighted by continental glory.
Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has issued a public challenge to his forward line, demanding they provide more support to a midfield that has come under heavy fire. The Reds boss is looking for an immediate response after his side were held to a frustrating goalless draw by Fulham at Anfield on Saturday.
Alvaro Arbeloa celebrated a hard-fought return to Anfield as Fulham held Liverpool to a frustrating goalless draw, providing the Cottagers with a much-needed morale boost. The former Reds defender saw his side execute a disciplined game plan to stifle a star-studded Liverpool attack that failed to find their rhythm throughout the afternoon.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola admitted his side lacked the necessary energy to break down a resilient Fulham on Saturday afternoon. The Reds were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw at Anfield, leaving the Spanish coach still searching for his first home win in the Premier League.
Andoni Iraola has challenged his Liverpool players to eliminate their habit of starting games slowly when they host Fulham at Anfield on Saturday. Despite remaining unbeaten since taking the hotseat, the Spaniard is wary of the physical and mental toll required to constantly fight back from losing positions.
Thomas Frank impressed many Premier League observers at Brentford, but then suffered a 38-game flop as head coach of Tottenham. He has been out of work since severing ties with Spurs, but Clinton Morrison has explained to GOAL why the Danish tactician’s reputation has not been tarnished. He is expected to return to the dugout at some point in the not too distant future.
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