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Watch The Premier League’s Documentary On Ghana’s Adam Wharton Who Was The First Black Professional Footballer

Watch The Premier League’s Documentary On Ghana’s Adam Wharton Who Was The First Black Professional Footballer

The Premier League has paid tribute to Adam Wharton, who was the first black man to play football professionally. Adam Wharton was born on October 28, 1865, at Jamestown in Accra, Ghana. His father, Henry Wharton, was a missionary from Grenada, while his mother, Annie Florence Egyiriba, was a Fante. Adam Wharton’s footballing career started in 1882 when he moved to England to further his education. Adam Wharton’s football career commenced at Darlington FC. He went on to play for English clubs such as Preston North End (PNE), Rotherham Town, Sheffield United, Stockport County, Stalybridge Rovers, and Ashton North End.…
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Change Needed To ‘Protect’ Academy Players – Maresca

Change Needed To ‘Protect’ Academy Players – Maresca

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has called on the Premier League to change their financial rules so clubs do not feel “compelled” to sell academy players. When clubs sell academy graduates the entire transfer fee goes down as ‘pure profit’ in their accounts and can help them navigate the top flight’s strict profit and sustainability rules. Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher, 24, who has been at the club since he was eight, has agreed to join Atletico Madrid in a £33m deal. Mason Mount (£55m), Lewis Hall (£28m), Ruben Loftus-Cheek (£15m), Ian Maatsen (£35m), Callum Hudson-Odoi (£5m) and Billy Gilmour (£7.5m) are among…
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Villa’s Coutinho Joins Vasco Da Gama On Loan

Villa’s Coutinho Joins Vasco Da Gama On Loan

Aston Villa midfielder Philippe Coutinho has joined Brazilian Serie A side Vasco da Gama on a season-long loan. The Brazil international has been loaned out again after spending last season at Al-Duhail in Qatar. Coutinho still has two years left on the contract he signed when he joined Villa permanently from Barcelona for £17m in 2022, six months after initially signing on loan. The 32-year-old made just two substitute appearances last term before moving to Doha and has scored six goals in 43 games for Villa. Coutinho, who has also played for Inter Milan and Liverpool, made an instant impact…
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Kudus, Isak, and Gomes: Arsenal’s Dream Transfer Targets

Kudus, Isak, and Gomes: Arsenal’s Dream Transfer Targets

As the latest Profit and Sustainability cycle for Premier League clubs ends, the transfer market is expected to heat up. Arsenal fans are eagerly anticipating decisive moves similar to last year's signings of Kai Havertz, Declan Rice, and Jurrien Timber. In this episode of Extra Time Show, we explore Arsenal's potential dream signings: Mohammed Kudus, Alexander Isak, and Joao Gomes. Kudus' versatility, Isak's goal-scoring prowess, and Gomes' midfield potential could transform the Gunners' squad. Curious about how these players could impact Arsenal? Watch our latest video for an in-depth analysis and expert insights! Watch the full video here: 
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Premier League Clubs’ £1Bn Of Losses In 11 Charts

Premier League Clubs’ £1Bn Of Losses In 11 Charts

It has been called “the season of asterisks” but, with Premier League charges and points deductions dominating the news agenda, understanding football finances has become crucial for fans. Everton and Nottingham Forest’s rule breaches off the pitch could have a big say in the relegation battle on it, while Wolves, Aston Villa and Leicester have posted eye-watering losses in recent weeks. With the help of football finance expert Kieran Maguire and his database of club accounts up to 2023, BBC Sport attempts to break down the overall Premier League picture in 11 charts. At the time of publication, full 2023 accounts were…
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Transfer deadline day: All you need to know about deals in EPL, LaLiga, Serie A

Transfer deadline day: All you need to know about deals in EPL, LaLiga, Serie A

September 1 is the transfer deadline day for most clubs in Europe’s top leagues. The Premier League window closes at 11pm tonight, which means Deadline Day will run late into the evening. It is similar in Scotland where the window closes at midnight, while LaLiga clubs have until 11pm to do their business. France’s window shuts at 10pm but clubs in Italy will have to get their business done by 7pm, whereas the Bundesliga window closes at 5pm. However, the Saudi Arabian window is open until September 7. This means clubs still run the risk of losing players to the…
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EPL: Zinchenko names best defensive midfielder in Premier League

EPL: Zinchenko names best defensive midfielder in Premier League

  Arsenal defender, Oleksandr Zinchenko has named Thomas Partey as the best defensive midfielder in the Premier League. He said the Ghanaian is the most underrated player in the top flight of English football. Partey was key as Arsenal attempted to win the Premier League title last season. Surprisingly, Arteta has opted to play the Ghana international at right-back this season, following the arrival of Declan Rice in the summer. Zinchenko rates his Arsenal teammate above the likes of Casemiro of Manchester United and Rodri of Manchester City. Zinchenko was speaking with former Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand on Vibe…
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Chelsea Sign Romeo Lavia From Southampton

Chelsea Sign Romeo Lavia From Southampton

Belgian youngster Romeo Lavia has sealed a move to Chelsea after successful negotiations, the club has announced. The midfielder had a great campaign with Southampton last season appearing in 29 Premier League games which triggered the interest of a number of teams including Liverpool and Chelsea. The 19-year-old however, opted to join Chelsea in a £58m deal which would see him join a plethora of talents in midfield including the two British record signings Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez “I’m really happy to join Chelsea and be a part of this exciting project. It’s an amazing football club with a…
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Gabriel Jesus To Miss Start Of Premier League Season

Gabriel Jesus To Miss Start Of Premier League Season

Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has had minor knee surgery and will miss the start of the Premier League season. Jesus did not play in Wednesday’s pre-season win over Monaco and manager Mikel Arteta confirmed afterwards that the Brazil forward will be out “for a few weeks” after a “little procedure”. The 26-year-old’s injury is related to the knee problems he had last season, which also required surgery. “It’s a big blow because we had him back to his best,” said Arteta. Speaking after Arsenal beat Monaco 6-5 on penalties following a 1-1 draw at Emirates Stadium, the Gunners boss said…
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2023/34 PL Season: Opening Five Fixtures For Man City, Arsenal And Rest Of ‘Big Six’

2023/34 PL Season: Opening Five Fixtures For Man City, Arsenal And Rest Of ‘Big Six’

The fixture schedule for the 2023/24 Premier League season has been released, with league champions and treble winners, Manchester City going away to Burnley. Man City, on August 11, will meet a familiar face at Turf Moor, where Vincent Kompany is boss. Meanwhile, Arsenal return to Nottingham, where they lost last season’s title race. The Gunners, who are currently chasing a deal for Declan Rice, will be looking to avenge that 1-0 defeat on August 12. Chelsea and Liverpool will headline the opening weekend as the first ‘Big Six’ clash. Both clubs had underwhelming terms last season, and will look…
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