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.
Ben Chilwell produced an instant impact on his Crystal Palace return, firing home a spectacular late winner in a 3-2 victory over Fulham. The former Chelsea defender was subsequently targeted by a heckling home supporter at full-time, but he quickly silenced the taunt by flashing a cheeky gesture to celebrate the derby triumph.
Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa faced the wrath of the Craven Cottage faithful as his side fell to a third consecutive Premier League defeat on Saturday afternoon. Despite taking the lead twice, the Cottagers ultimately collapsed to a 3-2 loss against Crystal Palace, leaving them rooted to the bottom of the table.
Fulham have completed the permanent signing of midfielder Manuel Angel from Real Madrid on a three-year contract for an initial fee of £3 million. The move sees the 22-year-old link up with manager Alvaro Arbeloa at Craven Cottage, becoming the third prospect to swap the Santiago Bernabeu for West London during a frantic summer recruitment drive.
GOAL sat down with the American star to discuss his roles with club and country, being a mentor to Zavier Gozo, and why the last few years have helped him believe more is possible.
Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage pulled no punches regarding his squad's lacklustre display following a comprehensive 4-1 home defeat against Manchester City. Braces from Erling Haaland and Rayan Cherki condemned the Eagles to the foot of the Premier League table, with the French tactician left furious by a costly second-half drop in intensity.
GOAL previews the biggest storylines of U.S. internationals playing abroad this weekend, including if Aaronson and Leeds can keep their strong start going.
Cole Palmer has credited Xabi Alonso for unlocking his true potential at Chelsea, suggesting that he was tactically shackled by his previous managers at Stamford Bridge. The England international enjoyed a stellar performance in Monday's victory over Fulham, finding the net and showcasing a level of freedom he claims was absent during the previous campaign.
A small group of elite players have stepped in front of a microphone to follow another passion, looking every bit as comfortable in a studio environment as on the pitch
Xabi Alonso enjoyed a winning start to his Premier League tenure as Chelsea secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage. The Blues' record signing Morgan Rogers marked his debut with a crucial goal, while the afternoon was marred by a hostile atmosphere for substitute Enzo Fernandez.
Gary Neville has delivered a blunt assessment of Chelsea's goalkeeping situation, insisting that Robert Sanchez is actively "undermining" the progress of Xabi Alonso's new-look side. Despite the Blues securing a thrilling 3-2 victory over Fulham in their Premier League opener, the Spaniard’s erratic performance has sparked immediate calls for a high-profile replacement at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has provided clarity regarding the absence of Moises Caicedo and Marco Palestra from the matchday squad for the Premier League opener against Fulham. The Blues boss revealed that both players were sidelined due to late fitness issues, forcing a reshuffle in his first competitive starting XI.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has lauded summer signing Marco Palestra for offering "something different" ahead of their Premier League opener against Fulham. The Spanish tactician praised the versatile defender's tactical education in Italian football and positive dressing-room influence as the Blues prepare for Monday's London derby at Craven Cottage.
Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa insisted his longstanding friendship with Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso will be set aside when the West London rivals clash on Monday night. Both former Liverpool team-mates are preparing for their Premier League managerial debuts at Craven Cottage, adding an intriguing subplot to an already intense opening London derby.
Xabi Alonso has broken his silence regarding the future of Enzo Fernandez as transfer speculation continues to swirl around the Argentine midfielder. The Chelsea head coach insisted that the 2022 World Cup winner remains a core part of his plans despite heavy links with a move to Premier League rivals Manchester City.
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Premier League clubs Arsenal, Crystal Palace, and Fulham have all identified Brest centre-back Raphael Le Guen as a primary transfer target this summer. Crystal Palace are currently leading the race for the defender, but Mikel Arteta's Arsenal could launch a late bid as they urgently seek defensive cover for William Saliba following his recent injury.
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