Новости за 17.05.2019

Nicky Clarks controversial penalty sent Dundee United on their way to the Ladbrokes Premiership play-off final with a 3-0 victory over Inverness.Clark slotted home in first-half stoppage-time after Brad McKay was harshly penalised for handball by referee Kevin Clancy.Visiting boss John Robertson was sent to the stand at half-time after making his feelings clear and Osman Sow netted his first goal for United 10 minutes into the second half before Pavol Safranko scored late on to seal a 4-0 aggregate... Читать дальше...

Celtic have branded the Jon Flanagan disciplinary matter a huge embarrassment for Scottish football after the Rangers defender escaped a two-match ban for elbowing Scott Brown.Flanagan was initially yellow-carded for the incident but later issued with a retrospective ban after three former match officials declared his offence violent conduct after it was re-examined by Scottish Football Association compliance officer Clare Whyte.However, Rangers challenged that assessment and an independent panel... Читать дальше...

Tommy Wright insists St Johnstone will be going all out to finish the season on a high at Hamilton as Accies battle to avoid the relegation play-off comes down to the final day.While the McDiarmid Park club have long been safe from relegation and are the best of the bottom half of the table in seventh place, Accies go into their last Ladbrokes Premiership game of the season just one point ahead of St Mirren, who are second-bottom.The Buddies travel to already-relegated Dundee and will swapplaces... Читать дальше...

The Telegraph report that Chelsea are more likley to sign Kovacic now that Ruben Loftus-Cheek has sustained a long-term injury.Loftus-Cheek ruptured his achilles in a pre-Europa League finalfriendly in Boston and is thought to be out for up to a year.Chelsea, who are appealingto the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) to have their ban overturned, thought that Loftus-Cheek might blossom as a benficiary of such a ban.However, they are now reportedly keen to make Kovacic's loan a permanant one to... Читать дальше...

Derek McInnes has cleared the path for Steve Clarke to land the Scotland job after insisting he is only focused on rebuilding his Aberdeen squad.The Dons boss and his Kilmarnock rival Clarke are understood to be the Scottish Football Associations top two choices to replace Alex McLeish as national team manager, with Scotland Under-21 coach Scot Gemmill also a contender.But McInnes has backed Pittodrie chairman Stewart Milnes claim that his focus, for now, remains on the cut and thrust of club management.The 47-year-old said... Читать дальше...

According to AS, Lacazette's varied contribution and 'classy' style of playis seen as the perefect fit for Atletico.Atleti previously came very close to signing Lacazette while he was at Lyon, but the deal fell through because of complications with payment installments.However, it will not be technicalities that prove stumbling blocks this time around, but rather the fact Arsenal reportedly don't want to sell.It was reported recently that Arsenal are looking to extend both Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick... Читать дальше...

According to the Mail, Newcastle could be set to miss out on making a deal for loanee Rondon permanent.Wolves have reportedly opened talks with West Brom as they look to add depth to their striking department.Newcastle, on the other hand, are at the mercy of Mike Ashley and Rafa Benitez, who are believed to be meeting soon to discuss the Spaniard's future.Rondon scored 11 goals and assisted a further 7 whilst on loan at Newcastle last season.The Venezualan has a £16.5m buy-out clause in his contract.NOW... Читать дальше...

Paul McGowan has told Dundee chief John Nelms the answer to his managerial conundrum is sitting under his nose in the shape of James McPake.Managing director Nelms is sifting through more than 150 applications from hopefuls looking to replace Jim McIntyre.The Dens Park outfit moved to axe McIntyre last week after a run of 10 consecutive defeats led to the clubs relegation.Former defender McPake has now been put in caretaker command as they round off their Ladbrokes Premiership campaign at home to... Читать дальше...

Livingston-bound Marvin Bartley has revealed he turned down more lucrative offers in England to sign for the West Lothian club after his spell at Hibernian exceeded all expectations.The midfielder has agreed to a three-year contract with Livingston and will sign off on his Hibs career after Sundays Ladbrokes Premiership visit of Aberdeen.The former Bournemouth, Burnley and Leyton Orient player has won Scottish Cup and Championship winners medals during a four-year spell at Easter Road but, after... Читать дальше...

Swansea have offered manager Graham Potter a new contract in an attempt to ward off interest from Brighton, Press Association Sport understands.The Premier League club want Potter to succeed Chris Hughton, who was sacked on Monday.Swansea rejected Brightons approach to speak to Potter earlier this week and hope an improved deal will persuade the 43-year-old to stay at the Liberty Stadium.Potter was appointed last summer after leaving Swedish club Ostersunds and has two years left on his current contract.It... Читать дальше...

Livingston manager Gary Holt has encouraged his players to remove the shackles and enjoy their showcase game at Fir Park.The stakes are low for the final Ladbrokes Premiership encounter, with Livi guaranteed ninth place, leaving Holt to urge his players to take advantage of the stress-free environment.Holt has given his players licence to entertain as they draw the curtain on a successful first season back in the top flight against a Motherwell side that has handed out thousands of free tickets to children to boost the attendance.Holt said... Читать дальше...

Chelsea could turn their search for a new striker towards Ajaxs David Neres with Luka Jovic poised to sign for Real Madrid.The Blues had been closely tailing Eintracht Frankfurt hitman Jovic, but the 21-year-old Serbia striker should shortly finalise his Madrid move.Chelsea remain hopeful of having their two-window FIFA transfer ban frozen while appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), so are pushing ahead with tentative recruitment plans.David Neres, pictured, has caught Chelseas attention... Читать дальше...

Hamilton goalkeeper Gary Woods believes they can and will enjoy their survival battle against St Johnstone after being given licence to express themselves by head coach Brian Rice.Accies have secured half of their 30 Ladbrokes Premiership points under Rice since the former Hibernian midfielder took charge two thirds of the way through the campaign.A four-match unbeaten run took them to the brink of safety but defeat by St Mirren on Monday, after having Alex Gogic sent off in the first half, has kept Accies in the frame for a play-off.However... Читать дальше...

According to Record, West Ham are very close to sealing a deal for the Malianforward who dreams of playing in the Premier League.The France-born striker has enjoyed a brilliant season in Portugal, scoring 21 goals and assisting another 11.Marega has played 15 matches in the Champions League, scoring six goals this campaign,and West Ham have reportedly moved quickly to secure what they beleive will be an important signing.The 28-year-old is expected to fill a squadgap left by Andy Caroll, who looks... Читать дальше...

According to the Mirror, Dybala's agent–who is also his brother–dropped the news on Argentineradio."Yes, there is a good chance he’ll leave Juventus. Absolutely. He needs a change," Gustavo Dybala is quoted as tellingFutbolemico."I can’t say where he’ll go, but there is a strong chance Paulo will leave."Of course he’s not happy there. Paulo’s not the only one;there are many players who are uncomfortable at Juve"He won’t be the one who will leave Juve this summer."Manchester United have long been linked with a move for Dybala... Читать дальше...

The Telegraphsay thatEverton and Leicester have made informal enquiries about the 21-year-old.Augustin is reportedly edging closer to leaving RB Leipzig and is expected to depart after their DFB-Pokal final against Bayern Munich this month.Everton are looking to add a body up front after Cenk Tosun fell out of favour at Goodison Park.With Leicester facing a huge battle to keep Monaco loanee Youri Tielemans, they may well lookto spend their money more shrewdly elsewhere.Augustin has eightgoals and... Читать дальше...

Get out the cardboard cut-out, tinfoil wrapped trophies: it's FA Cup final weekend!That's right, the oldest tournament in the world reaches its pinnacle again this weekend, as Watford take on Manchester City at Wembley.But can you name every team to ever play in an FA Cup final?No, you can't. Along the way, some long-forgotten teamlike Royal Engineers, Blackburn Olympic or Notts County would trip you up. (Sorry, Notts County. Only joking.)However, you might be able to name every club that has reached a final since 1900. Читать дальше...

Pep Guardiola said he would accept any punishment UEFA may hand down to Manchester City for alleged breaches of financial fair play regulations but reiterated his trust in the clubs hierarchy.A future ban from the Champions League is one of a number of possible punishments after UEFAs club financial control body chief investigator referred City to the European governing bodys adjudicatory chamber over the matter on Thursday.The newly-crowned Premier League champions issued a statement to say they were disappointed... Читать дальше...

Massimiliano Allegri will leave his position as Juventus head coach at the end of the season.The 51-year-old, who has won the Serie A title during each of his five years in charge, had a year remaining on the contract extension he signed in 2017 but he will not see it out as the Bianconeri continue in a different direction.Here, Press Association Sport looks at the contenders to replace Allegri at the Italian giants.Antonio ConteAntonio Conte is a proven winner (David Davies/PA)The former Bianconeri... Читать дальше...

Diego Simeone and Alvaro Morata insist Atletico Madrid should be thankful to Antoine Griezmann as he prepares to leave the club this summer.Twelve months after protracted speculation ended with Griezmann opting to stay at the Wanda Metropolitano, the France forward has now informed the club he wishes to leave this summer after again being linked with Barcelona.Coach Simeone said at a press conference ahead of Saturdays game with Levante, reported by Marca: First of all I am grateful for the footballer we have had. Читать дальше...

Tom Aldred has urged footballers from south of the border to rejuvenate their career in the Ladbrokes Premiership as he sets to bow out at Motherwell.The 28-year-old defender ends an 18-month loan spell from Bury against Livingston at Fir Park on Saturday.Aldred is out of contract and has attracted several suitors with an offer from Brisbane Roar in Australiareportedly on the table.Aldred, who started out at Carlisle with spells at Accrington and Blackpool among several other clubs, has enjoyed the... Читать дальше...

Middlesbrough are considering rivalling West Brom for Lincoln boss Danny Cowley, Press Association Sport understands.Boro have Cowley on their list as they start their search for Tony Pulis replacement.The Baggies are also keen on the Imps manager, who will cost 500,000 to release from his contract at Sincil Bank.Albion are hunting a permanent manager after their Sky Bet Championship play-off defeat to Aston Villa on Tuesday, with Jimmy Shan having been in caretaker charge since March.Press Association... Читать дальше...

Cody Cooke insists there is more excitement than pressure at St Mirren ahead of the crunch Ladbrokes Premiership clash with Dundee on Saturday.The Buddies are in the relegation play-off spot but their 2-0 win over Hamilton on Monday extended their unbeaten run to five games and took them to within one point of Accies with one set of fixtures remaining.While Oran Kearneys side travel to face the already-relegated Dens Park side, Hamilton are at home to St Johnstone and a win for Brian Rices team would... Читать дальше...

Rangers assistant boss Gary McAllister hopes missing out on a Copa America slot will finally convince Alfredo Morelos to clean up his act.The striker has bagged 29 goals this season but that has not been enough to earn a place in the Colombia squad this summer after being left out by boss Carlos Queiroz.Morelos looked well placed to join up with Radamel Falcao and James Rodriguez for the tournament in Brazil after making his first international start against South Korea in March.But just five days... Читать дальше...

On February 16, Aston Villa lost 2-0 at home to West Brom. Their season looked over (full disclosure: I wrote as much), and a fourth consecutive season in the Football League secured. Villa were nine points off the top six, having played two games more. They had conceded more home league goals than any other club in England’s top five leagues.Very few supporters believed that Villa would embark upon such an astonishing run of form (12 undefeated league games, including a club record 10 straight wins),but... Читать дальше...