All posts by h716a5.icu

Loris Karius played in his first Premier League game in six years as he keeps goal for Newcastle against Arsenal at the Emirates.

Article continues below

Article continues below

Article continues below

Karius replaces Martin Dubravka in goalOnly his second appearance for Newcastle Eddie Howe has explained stopper's selectionWHAT HAPPENED?

Eddie Howe selected Karius to play in goal due to an illness being suffered by Dubravka. He has not played in the Premier League since May 2018, when he was still playing for Liverpool, and his first appearance for the Magpies came in the Carabao Cup final against Manchester United last season.

AdvertisementWHAT HOWE SAID

Howe revealed on Dubravka: "He has not been feeling very well for a couple of days so hopefully he is on the mend."

Asked about Karius' selection, he added: "He has trained every day for a long period of time. He had a slight shoulder injury at the start of the season but since then he has been fine. He has played in games behind closed doors so he is match ready.

"The last game he played of course was the cup final so he is used to big games and at Liverpool he had many big matches so I have no doubt about his temperament and we are relying on his big-game experience."

Getty ImagesTHE BIGGER PICTURE

Karius has been in the spotlight previously for all the wrong reasons, as he made two vital mistakes in the Champions League final when Liverpool lost 3-1 to Real Madrid. That was his final game for the Reds, and he was subsequently sent on loan to both Besiktas and Union Berlin, before making the move to the Magpies as an experienced back-up to the currently injured Nick Pope and Dubravka.

ENJOYED THIS STORY?

Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting

GettyWHAT NEXT?

If Dubravka's illness does not clear up, Karius will hope to play in Newcastle's next fixture, in the FA Cup against Blackburn Rovers on Tuesday. Their next Premier League game comes against Wolves next weekend.

[ad_pod ]

Nottingham Forest fans have taken to Twitter in annoyance, after The Mirror revealed that Ben Osborn could be involved in a swap deal that would see James McClean team up with Martin O’Neill and Roy Keane once again in a move to The City Ground.

O’Neill is hoping to sign the 29-year-old whom he managed whilst as manager of the Republic of Ireland national team, as per The Mirror, where McClean arguably played some of his best football.

Osborn, however, came through the academy at the City Ground and has made over 200 appearances for the Reds, as per Transfermarkt, becoming somewhat of a fans’ favourite during that time as a result. The 24-year-old can also be used as a full-back as well as on the wing, so his versatility is especially useful to Forest.

Thogden has ranked his top 5 sets of Championship away fans for Pl>ymaker FC. Did your club make the list? Find out in the video below…

As a result of the aforementioned facts, fans of the play-off chasers are livid that he could potentially leave the club, if their reactions on Twitter are anything to go by…

Arsenal star Beth Mead has made her return to the Lionesses after coming on as a substitute against Netherlands.

Article continues below

Article continues below

Article continues below

Mead suffers ACL injuryReturns after one yearSparks England comebackGettyWHAT HAPPENED?

Mead, 28, was brought on by Sarina Weigman at half-time during their UEFA Nations League clash, with her team down 2-0 at the break to the Netherlands.

Mead's return to the pitch in an England sparked a dramatic comeback in the must win game, with England levelling the score-line just after the hour mark, thanks to goals from Georgia Stanway and Lauren Hemp.

AdvertisementTHE BIGGER PICTURE

The return arrives just over a year since her last appearance for England, which was a 4-0 victory against Japan in November 2022, after suffering a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury.

WHAT MEAD SAID

Speaking to last month regarding her comeback from injury, Mead opened up on her struggles throughout the last year. “In January I lost my Mum and because of the injury I couldn’t play football, which was always my escape, my happy place," she said. "Moments when people thought I was fine because of my outgoing personality, were very dark.

“It’s been a tough process to understand. Teammates, people at the club, family and friends that supported me were so important, without them I could have been in a far darker place. I want to help create an environment in which it’s totally normal to address mental health. There’s not a perfect way of dealing with it, but if you feel you’re not alone it helps so much. We need to normalise mental health and in doing so that would go a long way.”

ENJOYED THIS STORY?

Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting

GettyWHAT NEXT FOR MEAD

Following the Nations League fixtures with England against Netherlands and Scotland, Mead will return to Arsenal and prepare for the upcoming clash against Chelsea on December 10. Emma Hayes' squad currently sit at the top of the Women's Super League, with a three point gap on Arsenal in second.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has warned Alejandro Garnacho that he was "not good enough" in his previous starts this season.

Article continues below

Article continues below

Article continues below

Garnacho scored against Crystal PalaceWinger has made three starts this termTen Hag warns 19-year-oldWHAT HAPPENED?

The 19-year-old has made six appearances this season and he scored his first goal of the campaign in the 3-0 Carabao Cup win over Crystal Palace. His start against the Eagles marked his third of the season, having started the opening two Premier League games, and been benched since.

AdvertisementGetty ImagesTHE BIGGER PICTURE

Ten Hag has now warned the teenager that his performances earlier this season were not up to scratch, insisting that he simply was not good enough. It comes amid an ongoing spat with Jadon Sancho; Ten Hag publicly called the England international out, and he responded by insisting he was being made a "scapegoat".

WHAT THEY SAID

Ten Hag said after the win over Palace: “You have seen at the start of the season we played him and then his contribution was not good enough.

“But he also had some good actions. You see always he is a threat in the game even when he is not playing that well.

“He has to learn when he does his job in defending he will always have his moment and he will always be decisive because he has great qualities.

“As well, it’s not only off the ball. But I want to see like today, he is entering the box in the right spot to finish. But I think it is quite normal for a player of his age that there is space for a lot of improvement.

“Everyone likes him, the fans like him, the team likes him, I like him but we also have to demand from him and push him because he can act on a very high level but he has to show it every day.”

ENJOYED THIS STORY?

Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting

(C)Getty ImagesWHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

United face Palace again in the Premier League this weekend.

Endrick pulled out the iconic 'griddy' celebration after scoring another vital goal to fire Palmeiras to their 12th Brazilian league title.

Article continues below

Article continues below

Article continues below

Endrick in stellar form for Palmeiras Scored against Cruzeiro to seal championship Hit the Griddy to celebrate his goal WHAT HAPPENED?

The teenager, who will head to Real Madrid in the summer, once again proved his mettle at the highest level as it was his strike in the 21st minute against Cruzeiro that sealed the second successive Brazilian championship for the . It was his fifth goal in the last seven matches and after hitting the Bull's eye, Endrick pulled out the Griddy which sent fans into a frenzy at Estadio Mineirao on Wednesday evening.

AdvertisementWATCH THE CLIPTHE BIGGER PICTURE

Endrick's performance this season for Palmeiras vindicates Real Madrid's decision to pay €60 million (£52m/$64m) for the youngster, with €35m due upfront and a further €25m in add-ons. The Spanish giants even congratulated the player on their social media handles and wrote: "Congratulations, @Endrick, on winning your second consecutive Brasileirão! Your goal in the last match helped your team @palmeiras win a much-deserved title. We’re very proud of you!"

ENJOYED THIS STORY?

Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting

Cesar Greco/PalmeirasWHAT NEXT FOR ENDRICK?

Endrick finished with 11 goals to his name to surpass Neymar's tally of 10 strikes and remained just one shy of Ronaldo Nazario's record of 12 goals in a single campaign as a 17-year-old. Madrid feels that the teenager is destined for greatness and the Santiago Bernabeu awaits with bated breath for his arrival in June. His contract runs until 2027 but there is a clause which can see it extended through to 2030.

According to reports in Italy, Roma striker Tammy Abraham's agents have met up with AC Milan brass at the club's headquarters.

Article continues below

Article continues below

Article continues below

Abraham's agents meet AC MilanRoma set €30m (£25.6/$32.4m) price tagMilan looking for new striker in the summerGettyWHAT HAPPENED?

The information regarding the striker comes via Italian journalist Carlo Pellegatti as relayed by Football Italia. The report suggests that the striker’s agent travelled to Milan over the last few days to meet the Rossoneri directors at Casa Milan. Roma's reported asking price for the striker is €30 million (£25.6/$32.4m).

AdvertisementTHE BIGGER PICTURE

The Rossonerri are currently on the hunt for a striker as they will likely lose the service of former Arsenal forward Oliver Giroud, who has been linked with a move outside of Europe. While Milan are in conversation with Abraham, it is believed that their main striker target for the summer will be Bologna sensation Joshua Zirkzee who has set the league alight this season.

Getty ImagesDID YOU KNOW?

The 26-year-old has been a mainstay in the starting lineup for Roma since his permanent move from Chelsea for a reported fee of €41 million (£35.1m/$44.3m). He has played 107 games with the Giallorossi and has scored 36 goals and provided 12 assists in that time.

ENJOYED THIS STORY?

Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting

WHAT NEXT FOR ABRAHAM?

The striker is recuperating from a knee injury that has kept him on the sidelines since June 2023. It is expected that the Englishman could return to action this month but a lack of rhythm could be a reason for the Rossonerri to move away from signing him this summer.

Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong has hit out at the media over reports about his salary and a potential summer exit.

De Jong angry with recent speculationLinked with move away from Barcelona againInsists he wants to stayWHAT HAPPENED?

De Jong hit out at the media amid speculation that he may be sold in the summer to help ease the club's difficult financial situation as he's Barcelona's highest earner. The midfielder once again reiterated his desire to stay with the Catalan giants and insisted recent reports about his salary are wide of the mark.

AdvertisementGettyWHAT FRENKIE DE JONG SAID

He told a press conference: “If I’m honest, I am getting quite irritated lately. I am very angry at what you (media) write or say about me. There are a lot of stories that are simply not true. I simply can’t get my head around it. Some of you write lies all the time and I don’t get how you are not ashamed about it.

“There’s a lot of talk about my contract situation and my salary. There’s a lot of smoke in there and plenty of lies. You the media are saying that I earn around €40m per year… this is really far from the truth. I am not going to reveal figures, but that’s simply lying. I am really happy here. Barcelona was and is the club of my life, it was my dream to play here and it still is. I am not happy with the press and everything that surrounds the club because, as I’ve been saying, it’s full of lies.”

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Reports in Spain have claimed Barcelona have told De Jong to sign a new contract or bring an offer so they can sell him in the summer. Tottenham, Manchester United and PSG have all been linked with the Netherlands international but it seems he has little interest in a move as things stand. Yet Barcelona's financial situation will make the club vulnerable to large offers for key players as they need to raise revenue to comply with La Liga's financial rules for the 2024-25 campaign.

ENJOYED THIS STORY?

Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting

WHAT NEXT FOR DE JONG AND BARCELONA

Xavi's side are currently in Italy preparing for the first leg of their Champions League last 16 tie with Napoli on Wednesday. The Nerazzurri changed managers just 48 hours before the game, sacking Walter Mazzarri and bringing Francesco Calzona.

Pep Guardiola considers Chelsea to be a better side than Arsenal after Manchester City drew 4-4 against the Blues.

Article continues below

Article continues below

Article continues below

Guardiola considers Chelsea to be better than ArsenalChelsea held Man City to a 4-4 drawGuardiola happy to be leading the tableGetty WHAT HAPPENED?

Chelsea and Manchester City produced a Premier League classic on Sunday as Cole Palmer's last-gasp penalty goal helped the hosts hold the reigning champions to a 4-4 draw at Stamford Bridge. Pep Guardiola, though, did not have any regret despite not being able to return home with all three points as he lauded Mauricio Pochettino's team's performance. He even claimed that the Blues were a better team than Arsenal.

AdvertisementGettyTHE BIGGER PICTURE

Although Pochettino's men are currently 10th on the points table, they have managed to remain unbeaten against three of the top four teams in the league at the moment. While they drew 2-2 and 4-4 against Arsenal and the Cityzens, respectively they comfortably beat Tottenham 4-1.

Getty ImagesWHAT DID PEP GUARDIOLA SAY?

Speaking to after the match, Guardiola said, "They are a really good team so there's no doubt. Liverpool couldn't win. They were much, much better than Arsenal and in the end, Arsenal drew. So you know, it's Chelsea, they won't go away. I always have to think about what we can do to get better. It's not going to happen that we come here and win 7-0. They are trying to rebuild. We have no complaints.

"We go into [the break] top of the league and I didn't expect that after the Arsenal defeat. The next games are really tough."

ENJOYED THIS STORY?

Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting

WHAT NEXT?

The Premier League will go into a hiatus due to the international break and will return to action on November 25 with Manchester City taking on Liverpool in the very first game after the break.

Xavi angrily punched his seat after seeing his Barcelona side concede an equaliser against Granada just two minutes before half-time.

Article continues below

Article continues below

Article continues below

Lamine Yamal gave Barca leadRicard Sanchez levelled proceedingsXavi erupts with furyGettyWHAT HAPPENED?

Lamine Yamal put Barca ahead after just 14 minutes in the La Liga clash, and Xavi's men dominated possession thereafter, albeit while struggling to create any further clear chances. They were eventually made to pay for a lack of cutting edge when Ricard Sanchez capitalised on some static defending to turn home a brilliant first-time volley, and Xavi couldn't contain his frustration in the dugout.

AdvertisementWATCH THE CLIPGettyTHE BIGGER PICTURE

Xavi announced his decision to step down as Barcelona manager at the end of the season after his team's 5-3 defeat to Villarreal last month. He also described coaching the reigning La Liga champions as "cruel and unpleasant" amid persistent criticism of his tactics and selections, with his impressive first full season in charge now a distant memory as the Blaugrana scramble for consistency.

ENJOYED THIS STORY?

Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting

WHAT'S NEXT FOR BARCA?

Barca have already begun to search for Xavi's successor, with Bayer Leverkusen's Xabi Alonso among those reportedly in the frame, but the Spaniard is clearly still struggling with the stress of the job. His team are already way behind Real Madrid in the La Liga title picture this season and suffered a quarter-final exit in the Copa del Rey, which leaves the Champions League as their only route to a trophy left.

The hit documentary series 'Welcome to Wrexham' has been renewed for a third season after "wild global success".

Welcome to Wrexham renewed for a third seasonThe first two seasons were massive hitsAired for the first time in August 2022WHAT HAPPENED?

The first two seasons of the Wrexham documentary show received massive love across the world, which has prompted it's creators – American television network FX – to renew for a third season.

AdvertisementGetty/FXTHE BIGGER PICTURE

The series follows the events that have transpired since the acquisition of Wrexham AFC by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney in 2020. The first season documented the Welsh club's attempt to secure promotion back to the Football League.

The pilot episode, 'Dream', was aired on August 24, 2022, and after the massive success of season one, the second season, which centres around Wrexham's National League title-winning season in 2022-23, was released on September 12, 2023, in the U.S., and in the UK it was released a day later.

WHAT WAS SAID

President of FX Entertainment, Nick Grad, has said of the third season renewal: "The wild global success of Welcome to Wrexham is a testament to the courage and vision of Rob and Ryan, the dogged spirit of the Red Dragons, and the hope and devotion of the people of Wrexham.

"It’s a story that has only begun to be told and one that everyone can continue to follow along with in the third season. Our thanks to the creative team who captured these thrilling moments and everyone who achieved what seemed impossible only a short time ago."

ENJOYED THIS STORY?

Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting

GettyWHAT NEXT FOR WREXHAM?

The high-flying Red Dragons will be next seen in action in League Two on Saturday as they take on Accrington Stanley. Wrexham are currently second in the table, five points behind leaders Stockport.