Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has heaped praise on striker Alexander Isak ahead of their Premier League encounter with Crystal Palace. Isak scored his seventh goal of the campaign in midweek and looks to improve his record at Selhurst Park.
Unai Emery has raised eyebrows across the football world by suggesting that Manchester United currently operate at the same elite level as La Liga champions Barcelona. Despite the Red Devils’ dismal form under Michael Carrick, the Aston Villa manager remains wary of the trip to Old Trafford as he looks to break a personal hoodoo at the Theatre of Dreams.
Manchester United's managerial search has taken a fresh twist as club chiefs reportedly turn their attention toward the Bundesliga for a potential Michael Carrick successor. While Eddie Howe was once considered a leading candidate for the Old Trafford hot seat, the INEOS-led hierarchy is now thought to be exploring more unconventional options in Germany.
England head coach Thomas Tuchel has named Fulham youngster Josh King in his 25-man squad for upcoming Nations League fixtures. King earns his first official senior call-up alongside Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham as the Three Lions prepare to face Croatia and Spain.
Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are reportedly preparing to end their recent institutional feud when the two Spanish giants meet at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano this Sunday. Following a summer of heated public exchanges and accusations, both boards are eager to restore a professional working relationship.