Former England and Newcastle striker Alan Shearer says refereeing standards in the Premier League are deteriorating due to an overreliance on VAR. Shearer spoke out after VAR came in for more scrutiny after Manchester United's 2-2 draw with Bournemouth. Referee Stuart Attwell angered the Red Devils by refusing to award a penalty for a challenge on Amad Diallo and then giving Bournemouth a spot-kick for a similar challenge by Harry Maguire on Evanilson.
Manchester United are prepared to lodge a formal grievance with refereeing body PGMOL following a controversial 2-2 draw at Bournemouth. The Red Devils believe a VAR blunder denied them a crucial penalty that could have altered their Champions League pursuit, dropping two points in Friday's trip to the Vitality Stadium.
Bournemouth face a fight to keep hold of head coach Andoni Iraola, with Athletic Club stepping up their pursuit of the Spaniard. With his contract expiring this summer, the 43-year-old is also attracting serious interest from Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace following a fine three-season spell at the Cherries.
Bruno Fernandes has revealed his fury after Manchester United were held to a 2-2 draw by Bournemouth on Friday evening. The Portugal international scored from the penalty spot in the game, but he was incandescent at the Red Devils being denied a second spot-kick after Amad Diallo was pushed over in the area, especially as Bournemouth were awarded a spot-kick for a similar-looking foul.
Harry Maguire marked his return to the England squad in an unwanted manner as he was sent off in Manchester United's disappointing 2-2 draw at Bournemouth. The Red Devils twice took the lead in the second half, from a Bruno Fernandes penalty and then an own goal by James Hill. But they were pegged back each time and had reason to complain for the Cherries' first equaliser.
The Soweto giants' faithful are frustrated owing to the recent disappointing results posted by their team, and the reality that Amakhosi will end the campaign trophyless. The scenario has been almost the same at Old Trafford, where the Red Devils have not been at their best, prompting regular changes in the technical team.
Premier League side Bournemouth have led the sporting world's tributes to Michael B. Jordan following his historic best actor triumph at the 98th Academy Awards. The 'Sinners' star, who made history as the first person to win the prize for portraying twins, received a warm message from the South Coast club. The connection between the Hollywood icon and the Cherries remains a significant part of the club's ambitious global strategy.
Manchester United have moved to the front of the queue to sign USMNT star Tyler Adams from Bournemouth, according to reports. The Red Devils are looking to bolster their midfield options and view the American as a cost-effective solution.
Manchester United have set their sights on a surprise summer addition as they look to rebuild their attacking ranks. Reports suggest that Bournemouth forward Marcus Tavernier has been added to a growing shortlist of targets designed to solve a specific problem area in the Red Devils' squad. The 26-year-old has caught the eye of scouts at Old Trafford following a series of impressive displays for the Cherries on the south coast.
Jordan Henderson was at the centre of a chaotic scene on Tuesday, as tempers flared after Brentford's 0-0 draw with Bournemouth. The former Liverpool captain appeared to lose his composure as he squared up to a Bournemouth staff member after the final whistle at the Vitality Stadium. Following a frustrating night, the veteran midfielder had to be physically restrained by team-mates and security personnel to prevent a touchline melee from escalating.
Bournemouth's Spanish full-back Alex Jimenez has opened up on his bitter departure from AC Milan, revealing deep frustration with the club's management. The 20-year-old expressed anger over what he perceived as a lack of faith in his abilities from the Italian club's officials, explaining why he felt forced to leave despite his lingering, continuous love for the Rossoneri.
USMNT captain Tyler Adams returned to the Bournemouth starting XI Saturday afternoon, playing his first match since December after spending two months out with a knee injury. The midfielder managed 66 solid minutes in a central role as Andoni Iraola's side battled to a tough away draw with surging West Ham. He could be on track to make the U.S. squad for a duo of March friendlies.
The race for Bournemouth’s defensive lynchpin Marcos Senesi is reaching fever pitch as the Argentine international approaches the final months of his contract. While the Cherries have benefited from his rugged performances in the Premier League, the 28-year-old appears increasingly likely to seek a new challenge as a free agent this summer. With his contract set to expire, Senesi has become one of the most coveted cut-price options on the market, attracting interest from across Europe’s top five leagues.
Ex-Liverpool player Jordon Ibe will appear in court after being charged with actual bodily harm, having initially been arrested at Luton Airport and taken into custody on January 30. According to the Metropolitan Police, Ibe has been charged in relation to an alleged assault on December 14.