Новости за 11.12.2017

Huddersfield Town manager David Wagner says he was not sounded out over the possibility of returning to Borussia Dortmund as head coach. Dortmund sacked Peter Bosz on Sunday following a poor run of results and immediately appointed former Cologne boss Peter Stoger. Wagner, who spent four years in charge of the club's reserve side, had been linked as a possible replacement in recent weeks. But the 46-year-old dismissed any suggestion he was in the running to replace Bosz. "No. No contact," Wagner... Читать дальше...

Jose Mourinho put a magnifying glass to Manchester City's apparent eagerness to deceive match referees by diving before Sunday's enthralling Manchester derby, but as it turns out, United are by no means angels in that respect. The Portuguese coach claimed that City players just needed "a little bit of wind and they fall", clarifying his remark after initially saying that "one thing that I don't like a lot is that they lose their balance very easily". But, ironically enough, referee Michael Oliver's... Читать дальше...

80. Niklas Süle (Bayern Munich)Süle's potential was obvious early, thanks to his outstanding performances under Julian Nagelsmann at Hoffenheim: his quick reading of situations and powerful edge made him ripe for Bundesliga success.After helping Nagelsmann's side qualify for the Champions League and reaching the 100th Bundesliga game landmark, the Frankfurt-born stopper earned a five-year deal at champions Bayern Munich.In six months, 22-year-old has become a regular under both Carlo Ancelotti and Jupp Heynckes. Читать дальше...

The 26-year-old national team captain posted pictures on Instagram of the march that took place in Machakos ahead of Tottenham's 5-1 thrashing of Stoke on Saturday.Banners reading "get well soon Wanyama" were prominent, while a number of those in the paradewore t-shirts with the slogan: Team #BigVic#.Wanyama has been out with a knee injury since pre-season, but he has told his followers he has taken inspiration from the Tottenham Supporters' Cluband vows to return to the pitch as soon as possible.The former Southampton midfielderwrote... Читать дальше...

Heavy snow has taken over the majority of England, which wasn't ideal for the former Liverpool and Man United striker as he wasset to drive to the train station before covering the Merseyside and Manchester derbies for the Premier League world feed.His very own 'Super Sunday'got off to a terrible start as his genius plan of parking his car under a tree the night before horribly backfired.Owen stepped out of his house to find thetree had fallen on top of his luxuriousBentley.The BT Sport pundittweeted... Читать дальше...

90. Gianluigi Donnarumma (Milan)As he closesin on a century of appearances for Milan, it’s hard to believe that Donnarumma is still only 18. Having made his debut for the club in 2015/16, aged 16, he’s since established himself as the true heir to Gianluigi Buffon’s goalkeeping throne.Of course, 2018 hasn’t all been plain sailing. He took his time before extending his contract with the Rossoneri, enraging supporters as he flirted with the idea of a move away. He has also looked shaky at times, most... Читать дальше...

Ostersunds coach Graham Potter has no fears over meeting Premier League heavyweights Arsenal in the Europa League round of 32. The unheralded Swedish side were handed a dream tie for their maiden appearance in the knockout stages of a European competition, having progressed through a tricky Group J. Founded in 1996 - shortly after Arsene Wenger had taken charge at Arsenal - Ostersunds have enjoyed a stunning rise under Potter. The former Stoke City and West Bromwich Albion defender guided the... Читать дальше...

Sam Allardyce has declared himself “shocked and appalled” by Jurgen Klopp's ungentlemanly language during the Merseyside derby this weekend.Everton manager Allardyce, who has long stood out in the hyper-masculine world of the Premier League as a beacon of bashful sensitivity, was reportedly left in tears by Klopp's outburst, which onlookers described as 'earthy to the point of boorishness'."No sooner had those dirty words left [Klopp's] naughty mouth, Sam went pale and welled up," said Everton assistant boss Sammy Lee. Читать дальше...

Two-time Champions League winner Xabi Alonso believes Real Madrid will enjoy the chance to take on Paris Saint-Germain in a blockbuster last-16 tie. The reigning champions were drawn against Neymar's men on Monday after their second-placed finish in Group H denied them a seeded berth. Madrid comfortably accounted for Borussia Dortmund and APOEL home and away, but managed only a point from their two meetings with Tottenham. And despite them sitting fourth in LaLiga – eight points off leaders Barcelona ... Читать дальше...

Antonio Conte says Chelsea must embrace the challenge of being handed a daunting Champions League tie against Barcelona. Chelsea were pitted with the leaders of LaLiga when the draw for the last 16 took place in Nyon on Monday. "Our reaction must be positive," said head coach Conte in a news conference ahead of Tuesday's Premier League meeting with Huddersfield Town. "As we know very well, when you are in this stage you must be ready to face every team. In this case we must be ready to face Barcelona. Читать дальше...

Paris Saint-Germain boss Unai Emery is upbeat over his side's chances of getting past Real Madrid and advancing to the Champions League quarter-finals. Despite topping Group B, the runaway Ligue 1 leaders were dealt perhaps the toughest possible hand in drawing the reigning champions. PSG were dumped out in the round of 16 by Barcelona last term as their 4-0 first leg advantage was spectacularly overturned in a 6-5 aggregate defeat. Emery is undaunted by a similar challenge this time around. "I think it is a good draw. Читать дальше...

Roma legend Francesco Totti has warned his former club to keep its priorities straight after drawing Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League's last 16. Surprise winners of Group C, Roma avoided the possibility of drawing either Real Madrid or Bayern Munich for what will be their second appearance in the knockout stages in seven seasons. Ukrainian champions Shakhtar finished second behind Manchester City in Group F, winning of four of six matches to advance ahead of Napoli. While hopeful of progression... Читать дальше...

Ninety minutes can seem a long time in football (cue lots of Sunderland nodding vigorously), so 10 full years is practically an eternity.Yet in other ways, it isn’t. As we rank the 100 Best Players in the World 2017, we thought it’d be fun to look back at our list from a decade ago – and plenty of the names here are still active and even present on the list in 2017. Impressive durability!Of course, others are long gone, including most of the 13English players who made the cut. That’s not FFT bias... Читать дальше...

The Italian striker continues to impress on his French adventure, and scored his 13th goal in 19 appearances in all competitions for 2017/18 on Sunday.With the game tied at 1-1, Balotelli delivered the necessary moment of magic to put the visitors into the lead.On the counter-attack, Balotelli picked up Alain Saint-Maximin's pass and caught everybody off guard –including goalkeeper Anton Tatarusanu, crucially – by striking the ball first-time into the bottom corner.The 27-year-old's celebration,... Читать дальше...

100. Christian Pulisic (Borussia Dortmund)2017 was a humdinger for Christian Pulisic. His speed, agility and constant desire to drive forward with the ball at his feet has lifted Borussia Dortmund and bamboozled opponents.The American was thrust into the role of being Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's supply man afterOusmane Dembele left for Barcelona ahead of the 2017/18 season –and the 19-year-old responded. He has shown maturity in handling more responsibility and seamlessly become one of Dortmund's... Читать дальше...

Barcelona against Chelsea has got everyone's mouths watering in the Champions League last 16, but Lionel Messi would probably have preferred a different opponent. Messi is unquestionably one of the best ever to play the game with 525 goals for Barcelona since his debut in 2004. In that time he has won 29 major trophies with the Catalan giants, including eight LaLiga titles and four Champions Leagues. Individual honours have come his way too with five Ballons d'Or and four European Golden Shoe awards. Читать дальше...

AC Milan's fervent activity in the transfer market ahead of the 2017-18 season may be responsible for destabilising the club in Serie A, says CEO Marco Fassone. After finishing outside of the European places for a fourth successive campaign last season, the Rossoneri embarked a spending spree to bolster Vincenzo Montella's squad. Milan spent in excess of €194million as 11 new faces arrived at San Siro, including Leonardo Bonucci, Andre Silva and Hakan Calhanoglu. It has done little to improve their fortunes... Читать дальше...

Two-time defending champions Real Madrid will face big-spending Paris Saint-Germain in the standout tie of the Champions League last 16. Madrid were a daunting prospect in Monday's draw after finishing second in Group H behind Tottenham, and it is PSG who have pulled the short straw. The two-legged ties will see Neymar renew his rivalry with Real Madrid, the former Barcelona striker having scored three times against them during his time in LaLiga. Neymar will also be keen to get the better of... Читать дальше...

The Football Association has confirmed it is seeking information from both Manchester clubs following a reported incident in the Old Trafford tunnel after Sunday's derby. Players and officials from both clubs are said to have been involved,  but referee Michael Oliver did not witness the incident and has not filed a report. Manchester City ultimately edged their rivals United 2-1 courtesy of goals from David Silva and Nicolas Otamendi, stretching their lead at the top the Premier League to 11 points. Читать дальше...

The draw for the last 16 of the 2017/18 Champions League has been made– and handed Tottenham and Chelsea particularlyunwelcome picks.Spurs' reward for claiming the most points of any team in the group stage is a tough tussle with Juventus, while Chelsea's pre-draw fears of getting Barcelona – the chances were a high 43% –were confirmed.But Manchester City will be much more pleased to be facing Basel – among the weaker sides still left in the competition –while Liverpool and Manchester United will also both be happy with their lots... Читать дальше...

The 2005 Ballon d'Or winner returned to his native Brazil for a latest charity matchin Sao Paulo which featureda number of former players, sportsmen and celebrities.And, as he usually does, the 37-year-old showed he was a class above the rest by unleashing a strike from behind the halfway line which dipped under the bar and into the net.What a great bloke, we know.At a recent press conference, Ronaldinho admitted he is close to hanging his boots up for good – but with moments like thiswe're sure... Читать дальше...

Jack Wilshere believes Olivier Giroud is one of the best strikers in the Premier League after the Frenchman came off the bench to rescue a point for Arsenal at Southampton on Sunday. Giroud has found himself serving as a bit-part player this season since the arrival of record signing Alexandre Lacazette, the 31-year-old yet to start in the league, making 13 substitute appearances. Sunday's strike at St Mary's was his fourth of the campaign and saw him equal Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's record of 17 goals... Читать дальше...

Manchester United have to quickly move on from their derby defeat to City if they are to keep their slim Premier League title hopes alive, says Juan Mata. United suffered their first Premier League defeat at home since City's last visit in September 2016, Jose Mourinho's side beaten 2-1 on Sunday. Goals from David Silva and Nicolas Otamendi secured all three points for City, a record 14th successive win in a single top-flight campaign, giving them an 11-point lead at the summit. Despite the "painful" defeat... Читать дальше...

Heavy snow across Germany caused plenty of disruption to aprogramme of Bundesliga fixtures on Sunday –and that wasn't more evident than in Cologne.Kick-off at the RheinEnergieStadion had to be delayed by half an hour due to a snowstorm which forced the club's groundsman to clear it from allpitch markings. As a result, the lines were painted red – but they forgot about re-doing the penalty spot.So, whenSehrou Guirassy was brought down inside the box by Julian Schuster in the 18th minute, referee Robert... Читать дальше...

Julian Nagelsmann should honour his contract at Hoffenheim rather than leave the club for Bayern Munich or Borussia Dortmund at the end of the season, says Ottmar Hitzfeld. The 30-year-old is regarded as the hottest property in the Bundesliga after guiding them away from relegation in 2015-16, and then securing a fourth-place finish – earning a European berth. After 15 games of the current campaign Hoffenheim sit sixth in the table, but how long Nagelsmann – who signed a deal until 2021 in June ... Читать дальше...