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.
Ilkay Gündogan and two other professionals are said to have been sidelined at Galatasaray. According to a newspaper report, they are set to leave the Turkish champions in the winter. Is Gündogan heading to MLS?
Since his eagerly awaited arrival in Europe, Franco Mastantuono has so far struggled to adapt to the new surroundings and has only rarely been able to show his talent. Perhaps the 19-year-old found the spark he needed on Friday.
Chelsea’s defensive struggles reached a historic low on Saturday afternoon as the Blues slumped to a 2-2 draw against Hull City at Stamford Bridge. Despite a bright start in west London, their inability to keep the opposition at bay has now seen the club reach an unwanted statistical landmark they have not touched in over six decades.
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.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has delivered a blunt assessment of his team's performance following a frustrating 2-2 draw against Hull City. Despite taking an early lead, the Blues were forced to settle for a point after a series of defensive lapses allowed the visitors to remain unbeaten.
Hull City manager Sergej Jakirovic has hailed his side's resilient performance following an enthralling 2-2 draw against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. The Tigers recovered from an early deficit to lead at the break, eventually securing a point that maintains their impressive unbeaten start to the Premier League season.
