Premier League

William Saliba Could Risk Further Injury For Arsenal’s Title Run-In

William Saliba Could Risk Further Injury For Arsenal’s Title Run-In

Arsenal defender William Saliba could put his body on the line to play in the Premier League title run-in, even with concerns of injury complications if he is rushed back. Saliba has missed four weeks after suffering a lower back injury during the Gunners’ home clash against Sporting CP in the Europa League in March. His absence has coincided with a recent dip in form for Arsenal, causing them to drop crucial points in their bid for the Premier League title. Saliba's recovery is entering a crucial period, with the next few days key in determining his availability for Friday’s…
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Premier League Refers Everton Over Alleged Financial Breach

Premier League Refers Everton Over Alleged Financial Breach

Everton have been referred to an independent commission by the Premier League over an alleged breach of financial fair play rules. The Premier League did not reveal the specifics of the club's rule breach, other than saying it occurred in the period ending with the 2021-22 season. However, Everton have posted financial losses in several recent seasons. The Toffees denied wrongdoing and said they were "prepared to robustly defend" their position. In their statement, Everton added: "The club strongly contests the allegation of non-compliance and together with its independent team of experts is entirely confident that it remains compliant with…
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Premier League Unveil Shortlist For February Player Of The Month

Premier League Unveil Shortlist For February Player Of The Month

The Premier League have published their six-player shortlist for February's Player of the Month award. January's winner, Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, has been nominated once again and is among the favourites to win the prize for a third time this season after bagging five goals in four games for Erik ten Hag's side. Rashford scored in each of his four appearances in February, including two victories over Leeds, a triumph over Crystal Palace and a two-goal haul against Leciester City to cap off an undefeated month for United. Competing with Rashford for the award is Tottenham right-back Emerson Royal,…
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Can Man Utd Win A Quadruple? Wout Weghorst Targets All Trophies In Premier League, FA Cup, Carabao Cup & Europa League Bids

Can Man Utd Win A Quadruple? Wout Weghorst Targets All Trophies In Premier League, FA Cup, Carabao Cup & Europa League Bids

Wout Weghorst considers Manchester United to be in a quadruple hunt this season, with the Dutch striker admitting “it’s about the trophies”. Red Devils without silverware since 2017 Still in the hunt for domestic honours Also have European trophy in their sights WHAT HAPPENED? The Red Devils have failed to collect a major honour since 2017, during Jose Mourinho’s time at the helm, and intend to bring that six-year barren run to a close in the current campaign. Erik ten Hag’s side are well on course to do that, with a run through to the final of the Carabao Cup…
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Mikel Arteta Explains Why Man City Defeat Has Given Him ‘More Belief’ In Arsenal’s Title Hunt

Mikel Arteta Explains Why Man City Defeat Has Given Him ‘More Belief’ In Arsenal’s Title Hunt

Mikel Arteta has admitted he feels more confident in Arsenal's chances of winning the Premier League title even after Wednesday's 3-1 defeat to reigning champions Manchester City. City have climbed above the Gunners into first place, having played one game more, but were not always comfortable during the game and finished with a stunningly low 36% possession in the game - almost unheard of for a Pep Guardiola side. With Arsenal also guilty of sloppy errors for City's goals, Arteta was confident in his side's ability to go toe-to-toe with England's best team of the past five years. “I have…
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Premier League Confirm Findings Of Investigation Into Man City Finances

Premier League Confirm Findings Of Investigation Into Man City Finances

The Premier League have confirmed they have submitted a list of over 100 alleged financial rule breaches from Manchester City to an independent commission for a final ruling. City have been under investigation by the Premier League for a number of years following accusations of financial mismanagement related to inflated commercial figures which allowed them to navigate UEFA's Financial Fair Play regulations. Now, the Premier League have publicly accused City of numerous rule breaches, beginning as far back as the 2009/10 campaign. Between 2009/10 and 2017/18, City have been accused of failing to accurately report their financial information in each…
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Erik ten Hag Hails Mikel Arteta As The Premier League’s Best Manager

Erik ten Hag Hails Mikel Arteta As The Premier League’s Best Manager

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag believes Arsenal counterpart Mikel Arteta is currently the Premier League's best coach. The Gunners sit five points clear at the top of the table having taken 47 points from their opening 18 games so far this season. United could move to within five points of the summit should they emerge victorious from their matchup with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. Speaking to Sky Sports ahead of that clash, Ten Hag was full of praise for Arteta and the job he's done in north London. "I think in the Premier League there are…
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Pep Guardiola Provides Kevin De Bruyne Update Ahead Of Man City vs Tottenham

Pep Guardiola Provides Kevin De Bruyne Update Ahead Of Man City vs Tottenham

Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Manchester City star man Kevin De Bruyne will be available for the Premier League clash with Tottenham on Thursday night. The midfielder was not at training on Tuesday, sparking rumours of an injury. However, in his pre-match press conference on Wednesday ahead of City's meeting with Tottenham Hotspur, Guardiola confirmed that the Belgian was back in training after one day on the sidelines. “He had a personal issue and was not training [on Tuesday]. Today he is back," the boss said. Along with the news regarding De Bruyne, Guardiola also provided an update on the…
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Guardiola Explains Why Erling Haaland Struggled During Man City’s Derby Defeat To Man Utd

Guardiola Explains Why Erling Haaland Struggled During Man City’s Derby Defeat To Man Utd

Pep Guardiola revealed the reason why Manchester City star Erling Haaland failed to deliver in the club's derby defeat against Manchester United. Guardiola explains Haaland's dip in form Manchester United beat Manchester City Haaland has not scored in last three games WHAT HAPPENED? After scoring a hat-trick in his first-ever Manchester derby back in October, Haaland had an underwhelming outing when the two rivals met again on Saturday. He hardly had an impact upfront as Manchester City went down 1-2 against their rivals. While Guardiola admitted that the Norwegian needs to be more effective, especially when teams fall back and…
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Graham Potter Reacts To Joao Felix Red Card

Graham Potter Reacts To Joao Felix Red Card

Graham Potter has lamented Joao Felix's sending off in his Chelsea debut, calling it 'another blow' for the Blues. Chelsea had drawn level thanks to a Kalidou Koulibaly goal at the start of the second half after Fulham had taken the lead through Willian in the first, before Felix saw red and Carlos Vinicius subsequently grabbed the winner for the home side - further adding pressure to under-fire manager Potter. The result leaves the Blues in 10th place in the league having lost as many games as they've won in the Premier League this season (seven). Speaking after the game…
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