Barcelona did the impossible and proved the world wrong tonight. It was no mean feat.
The Spanish giants made history tonight after their emphatic victory over Paris Saint Germain (PSG) at the Round of 16 return leg 2 of their Champions League clash. The Catalans overturned a 4-0 deficit to send PSG out of the competition with three goals in the final seven minutes. The biggest comeback in football history.
A late goal by Sergi Roberto at the 95th minute produced an incredible feat for the Blaugranas and chiefly secured a 6-5 aggregate win over their rivals.
Enrique’s men have now made it to the Champions League quarter-finals. They become the first side in Champions League and European Cup history to overturn a first-leg 4-goal deficit.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Tyrone Mings charged with violent conduct
The FA have charged Zlatan Ibrahimović and Tyrone Mings with violent conduct following the incidents that happened during Saturday’s match versus Bournemouth at Old Trafford. The spat started after Mings landed a boot to the head of the Swede, Zlatan retaliated by launching an elbow to the face.
While Zlatan has been handed a 3 game-ban, the Cherries star could be banned for 6 games.
Zlatan will miss the FA Cup clash against Chelsea as well as EPL games against Middlesbrough and West Bromwich Albion.
Both players have until 6pm tomorrow to appeal the charge.
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Sanchez should leave Arsenal – Ian Wright
Arsenal legend, Ian Wright has implored Alexis Sanchez to leave club as the gunners struggle to stay on top 4. The former Barcelona player who was not in the starting lineup against Liverpool over reports that he had a bust-up with some of his colleagues, a claim denied by his boss, Arsene Wenger, has been advised to pitch his tent in a better club.
Ian Wright told BT Sport’s Premier League Tonight, “When there’s unrest, why do I want to stay? We’re not challenging for anything – there’s a good chance Arsenal will go out of the Champions League. He is a sought-after player. I would be sitting in the dressing room as Sanchez was and I’m sure his agent is making phone calls now.”
He continued, “With Arsenal’s form at the moment I do worry for them. I just watched a game where the best player in our squad has been left out. When he come on he showed a difference, and I’m trying to think ‘if we leave him out, then who’s coming in to inspire the team?’ So you have to worry for Arsenal finishing in the top four.”
He continued, “With Arsenal’s form at the moment I do worry for them. I just watched a game where the best player in our squad has been left out. When he come on he showed a difference, and I’m trying to think ‘if we leave him out, then who’s coming in to inspire the team?’ So you have to worry for Arsenal finishing in the top four.”
Alex Ferguson, Ryan Giggs named best manager&player in Premier League's 20-year history.
Manchester United legends, Sir Alex Ferguson and Ryan Giggs have been named the best manager and best player in the Premier League’s 20-year history. The received the homour at a ceremony held in central London few days ago. Ferguson’s award was picked on his behalf by the chief executive, David Gill picked up the award on his behalf.
Giggs who is the most decorated player in England made 909 appearances for the Red Devils, he beat the likes of Thierry Henry, Paul Scholes and Dennis Bergkamp to clinch the prize. vote from a panel of experts.
Ferguson on the other hand who won 12 Premier League trophies during his spell at the club edged out Arsène Wenger, José Mourinho, Harry Redknapp and David Moyes to scoop the prize.
Giggs who is the most decorated player in England made 909 appearances for the Red Devils, he beat the likes of Thierry Henry, Paul Scholes and Dennis Bergkamp to clinch the prize. vote from a panel of experts.
Ferguson on the other hand who won 12 Premier League trophies during his spell at the club edged out Arsène Wenger, José Mourinho, Harry Redknapp and David Moyes to scoop the prize.
Antonio Conte named London manager of the year.
Chelsea manager, Antonio Conte has been named London Manager of the year 2017.
The Italian fought off competition from Tottenham FC manager, Mauricio Pochettino and Slavisa Jokanovic of Fulham, Millwall’s Neil Harris and AFC Wimbledon manager Neal Ardley. The 47 year-old who is steadily steering Chelsea to another Premier League glory joined The Blues last summer after taking over from interim manager, Guus Hindink.
Torres discharged from the hospital following head injury
Fernando Torres has been released from hospital after suffering a head injury in Atletico Madrid’s 1-1 draw at Deportivo La Coruna on Thursday. The former Liverpool man clashed with Deportivo’s Alex Bergantinos in the 84th minute and hit his head on the ground. He was stretchered off into an ambulance shortly after. Spanish doctors have however confirmed that he is stable, conscious and talking this morning.
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Atletico released a statement on Friday morning that he has been discharged.
“A magnetic resonance done in the spine has corroborated that Fernando Torres has no alterations or traumatic injuries after the blow he suffered to the head in Riazor just as the CT scan done on the player had confirmed, Having spent the night under observation, Torres left the La Coruna hospital this morning. He will have to rest for the next 48 hours.” the club tweeted.
The ex Chelsea player allayed fears about his injury. “Everything is well. I want to thank everyone, the Atletico and Deportivo players for the reaction they had, the fans, the medical staff in the hospital that took great care of me. I remember everything before the collision. I recovered consciousness in the ambulance. Fortunately, it was just a care and I’m just counting the days to return to play. In a couple of days’ time I will be able to train with my teammates,” He said.
Luis Enrique to quit as Barcelona manager next season
After a 3-year spell at the club, Luis Enrique has announced he will not continue as manager of Barcelona FC next season. The Spaniard made the announcement in a press conference shortly after his side beat Sporting de Gijon 6-1 :
“I won’t be Barcelona coach next season. I need to rest. The way I do this job is why I have to leave. There are very few hours to rest. I would like to thank the Club. They have been three unforgettable years.” He said
Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu said, “We accept the decision of Luis Enrique. He has been a great coach. He has given us successes, but still can bring us more. The players are motivated to do it. We will try to announce Luis Enrique‘s successor on July 1 and focus on the trophies at hand for now.”
The former player joined the Blaugrana in the summer of 2014, following the exit of Gerardo Martino and has won 8 trophies at the club. He is the second manager in European history (after Guus Hiddink) to win a Treble and follow it with a Double.
Victor Moses commits to Chelsea
Chelsea wing-back, Victor Moses has signed a two-year contract extension with Chelsea, keeping him at the club until 2021. The Nigeria international who was on loan in Liverpool, Stoke City and West Ham United, having joined Chelsea from Wigan in 2012 put pen to paper a new contract worth £75,000-a-week.
“I feel very excited,” said Moses. “I’m delighted to be here for another few years now and to sign a new deal. Now it’s time to concentrate on the team and keep working hard to make sure we win games and try to win the Premier League this season.
“We’re having a great season, I’m enjoying my football and we have a good manager here that has given every single one of us confidence. I just want to keep on enjoying it and working hard for the team.”
Victor Moses Premier League season by numbers:
70% take-on completion
29 tackles won
18 chances created
3 goals
2 assists
Neymar and Messi may be barred from UK.
If Barcelona (by stroke of luck) turn around their 4-0 deficit in the second leg game against PSG and get through to the Champions League final, the Spanish giants will be without the attacking duo of Lionel Messi and Neymar who might be denied entry into the UK due to their ongoing tax evasion cases.
UEFA President, Aleksander Ceferin made the revelation in a recent interview with New York Times. He said the duo will not be allowed to play at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium in June as a result of the Brexit issue. Once Britain leaves the European Union, people with existing legal issues could be banned from coming into the country, and Messi and Neymar fall into that category.
Recall that, PSG defender, Serge Aurier was denied entry into the UK for their game against Arsenal at the Emirates last November.
“Neymar and Lionel Messi both have procedures going on. This year, the Champions League final is in Cardiff. Imagine if they did not let them in. That is a big thing for us, if players from England can travel anywhere but players from other teams cannot travel to England. With free movement in Europe, it is much better.
Even in 2020, if ‘Brexit’ has happened, then it can be a big problem for fans. That stays firm, and we will speak to the British government, and I am sure the English Football Association will help us.” Aleksander Ceferin revealed.
Mario Götze removed from all football related activities indefinitely
Borussia Dortmund midfielder, Mario Götze has been told to withdraw from all football related activities indefinitely by his club following diagnosis of ‘metabolic disturbances’.
A statement on the club’s website read: “Borussia Dortmund will continue to be without midfielder Mario Götze for the time being. The 24-year-old World Cup winner has continually suffered with muscular problems in the last few months, prompting a comprehensive internal investigation into the possible causes. Those investigations revealed the player has metabolic disturbances, rendering it absolutely necessary to withdraw him from team training for the time being.”
Speaking on his condition, Götze said: “I’m currently undergoing treatment and will do everything in my power to be back in training and helping my team to achieve our common goals as soon as possible.”
We wish him speedy recovery.
We wish him speedy recovery.