Chelsea legend Joe Cole has lavished praise on Enzo Fernandez, labelling the midfielder a "warrior" following his match-winning performance in the FA Cup semi-final tie against Leeds. The Argentine found the net to secure the Blues a hard-fought 1-0 victory at Wembley, silencing critics after a turbulent period for the club.
Manager-less Chelsea earned the right to salvage something from their waning season by battling past Leeds in the FA Cup semi-finals at Wembley on Sunday, courtesy of Enzo Fernandez's first-half header. Interim head coach Calum McFarlane can now prepare to lead his side out against Manchester City in the showpiece in May.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin found himself at the centre of a refereeing storm during Leeds United's FA Cup semi-final clash against Chelsea at Wembley. The striker appeared to pull the hair of Blues defender Marc Cucurella, yet escaped any formal punishment despite a lengthy VAR review. The incident comes just two weeks after Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez was sent off for the same offence on Calvert-Lewin in a Premier League clash against Leeds.
Manchester United have failed in their attempt to overturn Lisandro Martinez’s red card following a hair-pulling incident involving Leeds United striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin. The FA has upheld the three-match ban, leaving interim boss Michael Carrick with a major defensive headache.
Manchester United are weighing up a surprise move for Leeds United midfielder Ao Tanaka. The Japan international caught the eye during Leeds’ recent win at Old Trafford, prompting internal discussion over a potential summer approach.
Roy Keane has accused Michael Carrick of using Lisandro Martinez’s red card as a "distraction" to mask a poor Manchester United performance against Leeds United. The former Red Devils captain believes the interim manager should have focused on his side's sluggish start to the match rather than officiating decisions following the 2-1 home loss.
Liam Rosenior is beginning to feel the heat at Stamford Bridge after a disappointing run of form left Chelsea's European ambitions in serious jeopardy. Despite growing pressure and reported unrest among senior members of the squad, the club's hierarchy has reached a definitive conclusion regarding the manager's immediate future.
Manchester United have officially decided to appeal the controversial red card shown to Lisandro Martinez during their frustrating 2-1 defeat to Leeds United on Monday. The Argentine defender was dismissed for violent conduct after momentarily pulling Dominic Calvert-Lewin's hair, but the club are determined to overturn the decision to avoid a lengthy suspension.
Bruno Fernandes echoed the famous words of Jose Mourinho as he vented his frustration following Manchester United's home defeat to Leeds United. The captain was left incensed by the dismissal of Lisandro Martinez, refusing to discuss the performance of referee Paul Tierney for fear of facing disciplinary action from the authorities.
Michael Carrick was left incensed by officiating standards after Manchester United fell to a home defeat against Leeds at Old Trafford. The manager hit out at a "shocking" VAR intervention that saw Lisandro Martinez sent off, marking a significant setback for his side in their quest for a top-four Premier League finish.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin has addressed the controversial incident that saw Lisandro Martinez sent off during Leeds United's historic 2-1 victory over Manchester United. The striker insists he holds no resentment towards the defender following the bizarre hair-pulling altercation, instead choosing to focus entirely on the crucial three points secured in their relegation fight.
Manchester United sunk to their first home defeat under Michael Carrick as the Red Devils were beaten 2-1 at home by local rivals Leeds United on a dramatic and feisty evening at Old Trafford. Noah Okafor struck twice in the first half after defensive errors from Leny Yoro and Lisandro Martinez, who was then sent off early in the second period.
Manchester United's evening at Old Trafford went from bad to worse as Lisandro Martinez was shown a straight red card for a bizarre incident involving Dominic Calvert-Lewin. The defender was dismissed after appearing to pull the striker's hair during a physical exchange, leaving his side with an impossible mountain to climb.
Manchester United interim boss Michael Carrick has revealed that he is already spearheading the club's strategy for the upcoming summer transfer window. Despite the ongoing search for a permanent successor to Ruben Amorim, the 44-year-old is playing a central role in shaping the squad's future.
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has insisted he will not be forced into gambling on Lisandro Martinez's fitness for Monday's high-stakes clash against Leeds United. Despite a defensive shortage at Old Trafford, the Red Devils boss is determined to take a long-term view regarding the Argentine's return to competitive action.
Leeds United are prepared to sanction a permanent exit for Mateo Joseph this summer as the forward sets his sights on a long-term future in Spain. Despite the youngster's potential, he does not figure in Daniel Farke's plans as the Whites look to reshape their squad for another Premier League campaign.