Новости за 18.02.2019

Pep Guardiola’s side are the reigning Premier League champions, but the former Red Devils midfielder believes the history between United and the Merseyside club gives their meetings an extra edge.Liverpool are currently level on points with City at the summit of the table, but they face a trip to Old Trafford on Sunday in a big test of their title credentials against Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s resurgent side."I think it's the biggest rivalry in English football," Scholes said to Sky Sports."In a few years... Читать дальше...

At the height of the rivalry, FC Hollywood were the James Bond villain. If that made Jurgen Klopp 007, this was a rare instance when there was no happy ending for the intrepid hero. It was the 2013 Champions League Final and Bayern Munich, having discovered Klopp’s capacity to produce compelling teams and conjure memorable phrases, exacted revenge. Perhaps aided by what Klopp deemed underhand methods, they beat his Borussia Dortmund 2-1.Now the most successful German club ever, and the most significant German club manager of his generation... Читать дальше...

Beleaguered Alexis Sanchez is still some way from successfully putting on his shin pads and is increasingly cutting a forlorn figure, team-mates have admitted.The ex-Arsenal man has visibly lost confidence over the last few months and appears to now doubt his ability to do things he once took for granted.During an insipid performance against Paris Saint-Germain, Sanchez looked off the pace and ill at ease in possession, even seeming to forget the word for 'ball' when calling tentatively for team-mates... Читать дальше...

Singapore’s Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) said on Monday that the 18-year-old had failed to report for National Service, an offence that could earn him a conviction of up to three years in jail and a fine of up to $10,000 (around £5,700).The midfielder signed a two-year deal with the Cottagers last summer, becoming the first Singaporean to pen a professional contract with a Premier League club.He applied to defer his enlistment in national service but was rejected, with authorities saying he didn’t... Читать дальше...

Pep Guardiola’s side are still in contention for the Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League, and they could lift their first trophy of the season when they face Chelsea in the League Cup final on Sunday.Mills, who played for the Citizens from 2004-09, admitted they are the team most likely to challenge on four fronts, but believes they will need luck as well as ability in order to achieve the unprecedented feat."It's very, very difficult to win three, all four is virtually impossible,” he told Sky Sports News.“A mistake... Читать дальше...

The 22-year-oldmidfielder is on the books at Anfield but is spending this season on loan atBundesliga outfit Hertha Berlin.Jurgen Klopp led the Reds to the final of the Champions League last season and has them competing for the Premier League title this term.Grujic, speaking ahead of the first leg against the German champions on Tuesday, believes Liverpool are looked at differently now than they were when he signed from Red Star in January 2016.“It's changed," the midfielder told ESPN FC. "Now everybody is like... Читать дальше...

The Holland international joined the Championship leaders last summer after making just five first-team appearances for Brighton the season after his St James’ Park departure in August 2017.Krul has played every minute of the Canaries’ league campaign this season and believes the change of scene has given him fresh motivation after his career stagnated with the Magpies.“Maybe I felt a bit too comfortable at Newcastle,” he told AD.“I found the real hunger that I now have again the last couple of years.“I... Читать дальше...

All the best players start somewhere, but some seem to begin earlier than others. Here, in association with our pals atYouthHawk, we've put together the 50 hottest prospects in English football today.Our parameters are simple: we looked for teenagers who are quite fineat football and contracted to English clubs right now. That's it (sorry, Jadon).Some clubs have a thriving youth setup that'sconstantly churning out a new generation of would-be world-beaters,if not always providing them with the platform to show what they can do. Читать дальше...

Jordan Henderson has backed Liverpool to cope in Virgil Van Dijks absence when they host Bayern Munich on Tuesday and declared himself ready to play at centre-back if asked.Key man Van Dijk will be missing from the Reds defence for the Champions League last-16 first leg as he serves a one-match suspension.Dejan Lovren (hamstring) is a doubt while Joe Gomez (broken leg) is sidelined, and boss Jurgen Klopp may deploy midfielder Fabinho alongside Joel Matip in central defence. Reds captain Henderson said of Van Dijk on Monday... Читать дальше...

West Ham have announced plans to improve the matchday experience at the London Stadium by bringing supporters closer to the pitch. The club moved into the stadium, which was originally built for the 2012 London Olympics, at the start of the 2016-17 season. Supporters have been unhappy with the atmosphere generated in the stadium, though, and many have cited the distance between the pitch and stands as a primary concern. However, the club have now said that the Sir Trevor Brooking and Bobby Moore stands ... Читать дальше...

Not many footballers invite you to their luxury apartment to conduct an interview. But then, not many riff on every question for minutes on end like an indulgent ageing rocker, unabashedly spilling their feelings.In the end, though, FFT doesn’t get to see Mark Bosnich’s oh-so-central Sydney flat, as our photographer decides on a launderette in the posh Australian suburb of Paddington to set up the ‘clean sheets’ gag.When ‘Bozza’ arrives, he hands over his iPhone, cigarettes and lighter (all white)... Читать дальше...

Jordan Henderson believes Liverpool have enough quality to complete a Premier League and Champions League double this season. The Reds are involved in a pulsating domestic battle with Manchester City and Tottenham for the title, but next host Bayern Munich in the first leg of their last-16 tie in Europe. Speaking to the media ahead of Tuesday's game, Henderson described the clash with Niko Kovac's side as "the biggest of the season" and has revealed that a similar mindset will be adopted to every game from now on. Читать дальше...

The Czech Republic great, who won the Ballon d’Or in 2003, decided to stay with the Turin club after their demotion rather than movingto his English club of choice, Manchester United.Nedved remained with the Old Lady until his retirement in 2009 and has since become a director at the club, but he has now revealed that another path was available to him.“I’ve always appreciated English football and the Premier League, I’ve always liked it,” he told The Telegraph.“My agent received some offers and I... Читать дальше...

Marvin has been a professional footballer since April 2009, making over 250 appearances for the likes of Watford, Bolton, Burnley,Burton Albion and current club Northampton Town. Hehas played in England's top four divisions, won 14 caps for England's under-21s andturned out for Team GB at the 2012 Olympics. --‘Professional football player’ may be my job title, but it doesn’t define who I am.There are numerous cases where a player’s performance level has dipped and their extracurricular activities are brought to light. Читать дальше...

Leeds United have confirmed top goalscorer Kemar Roofe is facing a spell on the sidelines with a knee injury. The 26-year-old was hurt in the 2-1 Championship win over Swansea City on at Elland Road on Wednesday. The club say Roofe damaged knee ligaments but would not put a time frame on his recovery. "Roofe will now work hard with the medical team at Thorp Arch to return to action as quickly as possible," they said on Monday. Roofe has scored 14 goals in 26 league games this season to help Marcelo... Читать дальше...

The Norwegian has transformed the Red Devils’ fortunes since replacing Jose Mourinho on a caretaker basis in December, leading them to 10 victories in his first 11 games in charge.Asked by The Guardian if he thinks that Solskjaer should be handed the job on a full-time basis, the current Wales boss said: "I do.“We’ve messed around far too long. When you’ve got someone who knows the club, who is tactically astute, clearly has the players and fans on board, that gives you lots of momentum.“There will... Читать дальше...

Jurgen Klopp says he will have to wait "minute by minute" before making a decision on whether Dejan Lovren can face Bayern Munich in Tuesday's Champions League tie. Croatia centre-back Lovren has not played since injuring his hamstring in the FA Cup third-round defeat to Wolves on January 7. With Joe Gomez injured and Virgil van Dijk suspended for the last-16 first-leg tie at Anfield, having Lovren available would be a major boost for the Reds. But Klopp told Liverpool's official website it is too soon to make a decision. Читать дальше...

Chelsea take on Manchester United in the FA Cup tonight, in a match-up that has become one of the most hotly-contested rivalries in English football.Both teams may be out of the title race this season, but there have been a number of classic cup matches between the sides in recent years – including three FA Cup finals since 1994.With this the most anticipated tie of an otherwise underwhelming fifth round, we decided to look at this fine fixture more generally from years gone by.So to prepare you for tonight’s kick-off... Читать дальше...

Juventus have made an enquiry to Inter to learn whether Mauro Icardi would be interested in a move, chief football officer Fabio Paratici has confirmed. Icardi's future has been thrown into doubt after he was stripped of the Inter captaincy last week. Wanda Nara, his wife and agent, insisted on Sunday that the Argentina striker does not want to leave but there are suggestions the club could look to sell before next season. Paratici says Juve have informed Inter of their possible interest but has... Читать дальше...

The German champions travel to Anfield on Tuesday for the first leg of their last-16 meeting and the Bayern right-back is not feeling confident.Jurgen Klopp led his side to the final last season,where they were beaten by Real Madrid, while this term they have set a ferocious pace in the Premier League by losing just once in 26 league games.Bayern, meanwhile, trail Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga title race and the Germany international believes the Reds’ superior domestic form puts them in the... Читать дальше...

The Wales international signed a pre-contract agreement with the Italian champions last week and will join the Turin club as a free agent at the end of the season.“It will be an interesting move for Ramsey, he’s a player with great drive going forward,” Wenger said.“His main quality is that he can give the final ball, but he makes many interesting runs from deep.“You don’t find many players today who can make midfield runs off the ball. He will be an interesting addition, but a loss as well for Arsenal.”The... Читать дальше...

Shaun Harvey will step down as chief executive of the English Football League (EFL) at the end of the season. The organisation announced on Monday that Harvey will be leaving after nearly six years in the role. "I am proud of what we have achieved since then, in what have not always been easy circumstances," he said in a statement published by the EFL. "Consistently during my time, I have always looked to push boundaries to make the maximum positive impact for clubs, whether this be from a financial... Читать дальше...

Xherdan Shaqiri has proved his doubters wrong with his performances for Liverpool this season, former Switzerland team-mate Tranquillo Barnetta believes. The forward joined Jurgen Klopp's side for a reported £13.5million following Stoke City's relegation from the Premier League last season and has shown himself an able back-up in attack. The 27-year-old has scored six times in 20 appearances in the top flight, including a match-winning double against Manchester United in December in a 3-1 win that... Читать дальше...

Chelsea, Manchester United, Real Madrid and PSG were among the clubs to belinked with a move for the playmaker last summer.But, speaking ahead of Juve’s Champions League last-16 first-leg clash trip to face Atletico Madrid, the Bosnian underlined that his future is in Turin.“There was some interest, it’s true, but I had no reason to change club,” he told Il Giornale.“I don’t know if Juventus will be my last big club, because transfers don’t just depend on the player, but also on the club and who... Читать дальше...

Bayern Munich will be without defender Jerome Boateng for the Champions League last-16 first leg against Liverpool. The centre-back is missing from the travelling squad for Tuesday's game at Anfield due to illness, head coach Niko Kovac has said. Franck Ribery was also absent from the group heading to England early on Monday, but he is expected to travel later, after the birth of his fifth child overnight. "Boateng is missing because of a gastrointestinal infection," Kovac said ahead of Bayern's flight from Munich. Читать дальше...