Liverpool have lost Hugo Ekitike to injury, Mohamed Salah is preparing to depart and Alexander Isak has endured fitness issues, but Michael Owen has explained to GOAL why Robert Lewandowski should not be a short-term fix at Anfield. The prolific Polish striker is preparing to sever ties with Barcelona as a free agent, and has never graced the Premier League, but the Reds are considered to have more pressing issues to address.
While his teammates jubilantly celebrate the club’s championship at FC Bayern Munich’s title party, Michael Olise keeps a low profile, a stance that prompts two questions among the fans.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been told he's "finished" by furious Al-Nassr supporters after a shocking miss from barely three yards out in his latest outing for the Saudi Pro League giants. The 41-year-old scored in Sunday's 4-0 AFC Champions League Two quarter-final win over Al-Wasl, but was left kicking himself after a moment of uncharacteristically poor finishing.
Alex Iwobi has explained what it is like to face all-time greats Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, with the former having an “aura” while the latter boasts a “force field”. Speaking on the Beast Mode On Podcast, former Arsenal midfielder Iwobi - who is now on the books of Fulham - has lifted the lid on how he became the unfortunate star of a Messi-themed compilation reel.
Gary Lineker has jumped to the defence of Arsenal following their 2-1 defeat to Manchester City, insisting he will not listen to claims that the Gunners have "choked" in the Premier League title race. Despite Erling Haaland’s winner putting City just three points behind Arsenal with a game in hand, Lineker believes there is still reason for optimism for Mikel Arteta's side.
Jamie Carragher was forced to endure a hostile reception from Everton supporters as he was ushered away after facing a barrage of insults before the Merseyside derby. The Liverpool legend, who was working as a pundit for Sky Sports, became the centre of an ugly flashpoint as tensions briefly threatened to boil over at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs has thrown his support behind Michael Carrick to become the club’s next permanent manager following an impressive interim spell. The former winger also believes that the club should not turn their back on Rasmus Hojlund, who is set to return from a loan spell at Napoli this summer.
Alvaro Arbeloa has reignited the fire between Real Madrid and Spanish officiating by suggesting it is "easier" for the club to win the Champions League than La Liga. The Blancos coach has suggested that refereeing errors in La Liga often hamper the club’s title ambitions.
The clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Olympique Lyonnais lived up to expectations, but the tension didn't subside after the final whistle. Achraf Hakimi was less than impressed by the uninhibited attitude of the young Brazilian prodigy Endrick, who celebrated in front of PSG fans after scoring the opener in Lyon's 2-1 victory.
Ibrahima Konate has handed Liverpool a massive boost by confirming that he is on the verge of signing a new long-term contract at Anfield. The French powerhouse, who has been linked with a move to Real Madrid, is entering the final months of his current deal but looks set to extend his stay on Merseyside.
Arsenal's Premier League title hopes have taken a significant blow following a defeat to Manchester City, but the post-match fallout has focused on individual failings. Former Watford forward Troy Deeney has led the criticism, identifying six key players who failed to meet expectations in the high-stakes encounter, including his "friend" Declan Rice.
Curtis Jones has delivered a scathing assessment of Everton's mentality following Liverpool's dramatic 2-1 victory in the Merseyside derby. The midfielder mocked the suggestion that the Toffees would have celebrated only being two points behind the Reds had they won the game, after one of the "worst" seasons in recent times for the Anfield club.
Erling Haaland has admitted that his long-term partner, Isabel Haugseng Johansen, is often left unimpressed by the physical toll of his Premier League battles. The Manchester City striker was involved in a bruising encounter with Arsenal's Gabriel Magalhaes during Sunday's' pivotal 2-1 victory at the Etihad. The individual duel has become one of the Premier League's most captivating rivalries in recent years.
Dominik Szoboszlai has admitted that his long-term future at Liverpool is "not really in my hands anymore" as talks over a contract extension hit a standstill. The Hungarian midfielder has been one of the standout performers in an otherwise taxing season for the Reds, but his latest comments suggest that the club has yet to table a formal offer that reflects his importance.
Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon is reportedly "open" to swapping the Premier League for the Bundesliga as Bayern Munich step up their pursuit of the England international. The 25-year-old has emerged as a primary target for the Bavarian side, who are looking to bolster their attacking options this summer with high-level European experience.
Wayne Rooney has hit out at Manchester City’s "premature" celebrations following their crucial 2-1 victory over Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium. The Manchester United legend believes the unrestrained scenes at the final whistle could come back to haunt Pep Guardiola’s side as the Premier League title race enters its final stretch.
Shock for Jonathan Klinsmann: The goalkeeper for Italian second-tier side AC Cesena has suffered a fracture of the first cervical vertebra, the club has confirmed.
Frank Lampard has been named EFL Championship Manager of the Season following his role in guiding Coventry City to promotion. The award serves as validation for a campaign that saw Coventry consistently defy expectations and outpace traditional heavyweights in the division. By winning the title, the former Chelsea midfielder has brought to an end a painful 25-year exile from the top flight of English football.
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice was caught on camera sending a clear message to his team-mates in the immediate aftermath of Sunday's damaging 2-1 defeat to Manchester City. As the full-time whistle blew at the Etihad Stadium, lipreaders spotted the England international issuing a rallying cry despite the Gunners losing their grip on the Premier League title race.
Mikel Arteta is displaying major signs of internal distress as Arsenal’s Premier League title charge continues to unravel after a damaging 2-1 defeat to Manchester City, according to a body language expert. The Spaniard has also been deemed to be distancing himself from his players in a desperate attempt to shift accountability for the Gunners' late-season stumble.
Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva has hailed Erling Haaland's "animal" instincts after the Norwegian striker inspired his side to a vital 2-1 victory over title rivals Arsenal. The result at the Etihad Stadium has blown the race for the Premier League trophy wide open, moving Pep Guardiola's side within striking distance of the Gunners.
Gabriel Jesus was involved in a heated confrontation with Manchester City supporters after being labelled a "Judas" during Arsenal’s Premier League trip to the Etihad Stadium. While warming up on the touchline in the 2-1 loss for Gunners, the Brazilian turned and spoke to fans who were targeting him with negative chants.
Manchester City beat Arsenal in an absorbing contest at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday to draw to within three points of the Premier League leaders. As a result, if Pep Guardiola's men win their game in hand at Burnley in midweek, they'll replace the Gunners at the top of the table on goal difference. Nobody could have envisaged such a scenario unfolding just over a month ago, when Arsenal beat Everton to move 10 points clear of their title rivals.
Real Madrid wonderkid Endrick left Paris Saint-Germain fans fuming after his provocative celebration sparked a heated response during Lyon's shock victory on Sunday. The Brazilian sensation, currently on loan at OL, converted an early chance before taunting the home crowd with a dance that has since gone viral.
The rivalry between Manchester City and Arsenal has reached a boiling point both on and off the pitch, with supporters finding increasingly creative ways to needle their title rivals. After a weekend that saw the momentum swing back towards the Etihad, one fan's viral celebration has become the symbol of Arsenal's mounting anxiety.
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