Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle has insisted he still retains the total backing of the club's board despite a dismal run of form that has left the Magpies languishing in 13th place. The German tactician finds himself under increasing scrutiny following a string of defeats and reports of a fractured dressing room at St. James' Park.
Former Aston Villa senior scout Bryan King has questioned whether summer signing Zion Suzuki has done enough to justify his £30 million transfer fee following a costly error against Fulham. The 24-year-old Japan international fumbled a corner into his own net during Saturday's 1-1 Premier League draw despite pulling off several earlier saves.
Unai Emery could not hide his disappointment after Aston Villa were forced to settle for a point in a frustrating 1-1 draw against Fulham at Villa Park. Despite taking the lead, the Villans failed to capitalise on their early dominance, leaving the manager to rue a series of missed opportunities.
Liverpool will host Bournemouth in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals, while holders Manchester City take on League One side Bradford City. Fleetwood Town, who knocked Arsenal out on penalties, will welcome Everton or Newcastle United, and Crystal Palace face Sunderland in an all-Premier League tie, with all four games set for the week commencing December 14.
Oscar Bobb struck a superb late winner as Fulham beat relegation rivals Coventry 1-0 on Saturday to climb out of the Premier League’s bottom three. The winger’s first top-flight goal for the club handed Alvaro Arbeloa’s side their first away victory in nine attempts, while Frank Lampard’s Coventry were left second-bottom after a second successive defeat.
The Costa Rican Football Federation (FCRF) has officially appointed legendary former captain Bryan Ruiz as the permanent manager of the men's national team following an impressive interim spell in the dugout. The 41-year-old ex-Fulham playmaker has been tasked with guiding his country back to the World Cup finals in 2030.
Fulham head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has been hit with a significant financial penalty following his outspoken criticisms of match officiating. The former Real Madrid defender found himself in hot water with the Football Association after a heated Premier League encounter against Manchester United.
Former Tottenham Hotspur boss Thomas Frank has been positioned at the top of Fulham's managerial wishlist if they decide to relieve Alvaro Arbeloa of his duties. The struggling Spanish tactician is facing immense scrutiny at Craven Cottage after a winless opening run left the west London outfit languishing at the bottom of the Premier League table.
Manchester United continue to see questions asked of their defensive unit, so could that situation see their transfer radar turn back in the direction of USMNT and Fulham left-back Antonee Robinson? Ex-Cottagers striker Bobby Zamora has told GOAL why a deal could make sense, with the Red Devils forever in the market for players with proven Premier League pedigree.
Bayern Munich are reportedly stepping up their efforts to secure a long-term succession plan for Manuel Neuer, with a former Arsenal star emerging as a shock candidate. The Bundesliga giants are scanning the market for experienced reinforcements to stabilise their goalkeeping department as their legendary number one approaches the twilight of his career.
Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa has been hit with a misconduct charge by the Football Association following his explosive comments about officiating during the recent clash with Manchester United. The Spaniard suggested that match officials were determined to protect the Red Devils from defeat at Craven Cottage.
Chelsea have been formally charged by the Football Association following allegations of discriminatory chanting during their West London derby victory over Fulham earlier this season. The governing body is investigating reports of sectarian abuse that occurred during the match at Craven Cottage in August.
Josh King’s star continues to rise at Fulham, but will the teenage wonderkid go on to be as good as fellow creative influences Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers and Morgan Gibbs-White? That trio all have senior England caps to their name, with King eager to tread a similar path. Former Cottagers midfielder Ray Houghton has told GOAL why a future transfer may help to unlock full potential.
Marcus Rashford has been heavily criticised for his recent performances, with his body language and overall mentality coming under intense scrutiny after Manchester United played out a frustrating draw against Fulham. The forward is currently struggling to make a positive impact following his return to Old Trafford and has failed to register a single goal contribution so far.
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has expressed major concern over the fitness of Benjamin Sesko after the striker was forced to miss the Premier League clash with Fulham. The Slovenian forward is struggling with a recurring shin issue that previously plagued his start to life at Old Trafford.
Gary Neville has urged Michael Carrick to stop protecting his Manchester United players following a dismal 1-1 draw against Fulham. The former defender branded the team's performance a "disgrace" and warned that the new manager could soon find himself under intense pressure.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick found himself in the firing line on Sunday as traveling supporters voiced their frustration at Craven Cottage. Despite a late rescue act from Matheus Cunha, the tactical choices of the Red Devils boss became the main talking point of a stuttering afternoon in West London.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has moved to shut down Matheus Cunha's suggestion that his squad is struggling with fitness levels following a disappointing 1-1 draw against Fulham. The Red Devils required a late intervention to avoid another defeat in what has become their most difficult opening to a Premier League campaign in over a decade.
Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha has admitted his side required a stroke of fortune to beat an "unbelievable" Bernd Leno during their 1-1 draw with Fulham. The Brazilian's late deflected effort cancelled out a disastrous Lisandro Martinez own goal to ensure Michael Carrick's men avoided a third straight defeat.
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