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Vincenzo Italiano explains his surprising tactical adjustments against Aston Villa, but insists Bologna ‘went beyond...

Los Angeles Galaxy winger Joseph Paintsil has expressed hope that newly appointed Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz will select Ghana’s best players for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled from June 11 to July 19 across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.Ghana has been drawn in Group L alongside Panama, Croatia, and England, setting up an exciting but challenging path for the four-time African champions.Speaking to VamosNetwork, Paintsil emphasized his commitment to representing Ghana, saying his focus is always on making his country proud.“I always need to respect the national team call-up. I’m playing for the people of Ghana, not for an individual person,” Paintsil said. “I’m doing it for Ghanaians to know my worth and that I can deliver whenever I get the chance.”The 26-year-old also voiced optimism that Queiroz — who previously managed Colombia, Iran, and Egypt — will make fair and merit-based selections for the tournament.“We are just hoping and praying that the new coach will do the needful — to take the best players to the World Cup, to perform, and to make Ghanaians proud,” he added.Queiroz took over the Black Stars earlier this week following the dismissal...

Manchester United will welcome Chelsea at Stamford Bridge this Sunday as they look to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Red Devils suffered a tough 2-1 loss against Leeds United recently, so they would be full of confidence going into this game. Michael Carrick will set his team up […] The post Heaven, Dalot And Mainoo To Start | 4-2-3-1 Manchester United Predicted Lineup Vs Chelsea appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Ollie Watkins kickstarted Aston ­Villa’s perfect evening as his 100th goal for the club enabled Unai Emery’s side to cruise into an all-English Europa League semi-final against ­Nottingham Forest. The England striker, seeking a late recall into Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad, tapped home in the 16th minute before goals from Emiliano Buendía and Morgan Rogers, making amends for a spurned penalty, put the tie to bed by half-time.

Bologna continued their disastrous record against Aston Villa, crashing out of the Europa League quarter-final...

Tottenham Hotspur will entertain Brighton and Hove Albion at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this Saturday as they look to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. Spurs suffered a tough 1-0 loss away at Sunderland before the international break, which would keep them in good spirits going into this game. Robert De […] The post Tel, Simons And Danso To Start | 4-2-3-1 Tottenham Hotspur Predicted Lineup Vs Brighton appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

David Moyes took over at Everton in January 2025 with the club sitting just a point above the relegation zone. Meanwhile, Everton have picked up three wins from their last five Premier League matches, netting ten goals and letting in six. That run includes a dominant 3-0 win over Chelsea and a hard-fought 3-2 victory […] The post Former Everton Chief Lays Down Conditions For David Moyes’ Renewal: Should They Back Him? appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Leeds United returned to the Premier League this season after winning promotion from the Championship, and their first campaign back in the top flight has been anything but a smooth ride. The club currently sit on 36 points from 32 games, recording eight wins, 12 draws, and 12defeats across the season. For long stretches of […] The post Former PL Scout Provides Decisive Update On Daniel Farke: Does He Deserve To Lead Leeds United Next Season? appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Celtic are in an interesting spot as the Scottish Premiership moves into the final few weeks. Fans at Celtic Park recently saw the team grind out a 1-0 win over St Mirren, coming right after a tough 2-2 draw with Dundee. Interim boss Martin O’Neill is still in charge, having stepped in to settle things […] The post This 24-Year-Old Celtic Star Has Set His Sights On A PL Move: Should The Bhoys Sanction A Record Sale? appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Watch extended highlights of Celta Vigo and SC Freiburg, player stats, results and goals from UEFA Europa League, April 16, 2026 The post Celta Vigo vs SC Freiburg Highlights and Goals appeared first on DasFootball.

Newcastle United will welcome Bournemouth at St. James’ Park this Saturday as they look to secure a win at home in the Premier League. The Magpies suffered a 2-1 loss at the hands of Crystal Palace recently, so they would be eager to return to winning ways this weekend. Eddie Howe will set his men […] The post Pope, Burn And Elanga To Start | 4-2-3-1 Newcastle United Predicted Lineup Vs Bournemouth appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Chelsea will entertain Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on Saturday as they hope to secure maximum points at home in the Premier League. The Blues suffered a dismal 3-0 loss away at Manchester City recently, so they would be eager to secure a positive result this weekend. Liam Rosenior will set his men up in […] The post Fernandez To Start, Estevao On The Bench | 4-2-3-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup Vs Manchester United appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Leeds United will entertain Wolverhampton Wanderers at Elland Road on Saturday as they look to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. The Whites managed to secure a narrow 2-1 win over Manchester United recently, so they would be full of confidence going into this game. Daniel Farke will set his players […] The post Calvert-Lewin To Lead The Charge | 3-4-3 Leeds United Predicted Lineup Vs Wolves appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Unai Emery insists Aston Villa are ‘so respectful’ when hosting Bologna again in the Europa...

In a recent report, Turkiye Gazetesi claimed that Tottenham Hotspur are keeping tabs on Besiktas forward Hyeon-gyu Oh. It has been mentioned that Spurs are eyeing a move to bring the South Korean talent to North London this summer. Oh’s Impressive Form In Turkish Football Oh has enjoyed a decent run of form at the […] The post Tottenham Hotspur Are Keeping Tabs On This Gifted Forward: What Will Add To De Zerbi’s Attack? appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner admits Fiorentina have a ‘more attacking side than we expected’...

In a recent report on Substack, journalist Simon Phillips claimed that Chelsea are keeping a keen eye on West Ham United star Jarrod Bowen. It is understood that the Blues are eyeing a move to secure the services of the English speedster this summer. Bowen’s Impressive Form In English Football Bowen has enjoyed an up-and-down […] The post Chelsea Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This West Ham United Star: What Will He Bring To Stamford Bridge? appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Brian Robson, 63, had followed the Three Lions for decades and had a ticket for the World Cup final in the United States because he was a 'top capper' with England fans' club.

Ashley Cole won 107 caps for England, seventh on the all‑time list, but says he was "discouraged" by those in the football pyramid from becoming a head coach.

Italian teams have shone in European competition in recent years. Current Serie A league leaders...

Amid a difficult season, Virgil van Dijk has reportedly decided not to renew his contract with Liverpool FC, entering the final year of his deal. As a result, the Reds appear to be leading the race to sign Marcos Senesi as his short-term replacement in the squad. Liverpool are facing one of their most difficult seasons in recent years. Not only are they not in contention to win the Premier League, but they were also eliminated from the UEFA Champions League. In addition, Mohamed Salah and Andrew Robertson have announced their departures. Adding further complications, Virgil van Dijk has reportedly decided not to renew his contract, forcing the club to pursue the signing of Marcos Senesi. According to James Pearce, via The Athletic, Virgil van Dijk has decided not to renew his contract with Liverpool. Although he is an undisputed starter for head coach Arne Slot, the Dutch defender has decided to leave the team at the end of the 2026-27 season, as he has one year remaining on his contract. With this, the Reds could face significant uncertainty, as Joe Gomez’s contract also expires that same season and Ibrahima Konate has not yet renewed his contract. Amid uncertainty surrounding Ibrahima Konaté, the Reds have already secured the signing of Jérémy Jacquet, paying €63.6M to Stade Rennes, with the defender joining Giovanni Leoni as part of the club’s future core. However, the potential departure of van Dijk has forced Liverpool to prioritize the signing of Marcos Senesi, leading the race for his signature ahead of Chelsea and Manchester United, according to Pete Hall and Mark Douglas via The iPaper. At 28 years old and with four years of Premier League experience, Marcos Senesi would represent an immediate solution for the Reds. By securing his arrival, Liverpool FC would add one of the top left-footed defenders in England, who could benefit from a season alongside Virgil van Dijk to fully adapt to the team. Additionally, the Argentine could play a key role in allowing Giovanni Leoni time to develop, as both share a similar left-footed profile. Marcos Senesi of Bournemouth holds of the challenge from Brentford’s Igor Thiago. Virgil van Dijk’s departure could mark the end of an era at Liverpool Following the arrival of Arne Slot, Liverpool have undergone a major squad rebuild, with the departures of Luis Díaz, Darwin Núñez, and Trent Alexander-Arnold among the first. Far from ending there, Mohamed Salah and Andrew Robertson have also announced their exits at the end of the season, losing several key leaders. On top of that, the potential departures of Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker would mark the end of an era at the Reds. With contracts running until 2027, Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker are reportedly not expected to renew and could leave as free agents, meaning Liverpool FC would lose key figures from its leadership core. As a result, the Reds face the difficult challenge of replacing their on-field impact, with Giorgi Mamardashvili seen as the successor to the Brazilian, while Marcos Senesi could step in for the Dutchman. Van Dijk has already pointed to Dominik Szoboszlai as his preferred candidate to become the Reds’ next captain. Still, head coach Arne Slot would need to select two additional leaders, with Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch potentially stepping up. This would mark the beginning of a new era for Liverpool, one that raises questions about the squad’s competitiveness and leadership structure.

Fiorentina are forced into yet more changes with Albert Gudmundsson and Manor Solomon starting in...

Bologna hope Santiago Castro, Jonathan Rowe and Federico Bernardeschi can mount a Europa League quarter-final...

English-Ghanaian defender Ayden Heaven is expected to make his first start for Manchester United under Michael Carrick in the upcoming Premier League game against Chelsea.According to the Manchester Evening News, the highly rated young centre-back is expected to partner Leny Yoro at the heart of defence.Carrick’s options are stretched, with Lisandro Martinez and Harry Maguire both suspended and Matthijs de Ligt still managing a back problem. That situation opens the door for Heaven and Yoro to form an inexperienced but exciting pairing in a fixture that always carries weight for United and their supporters.The duo have yet to start together as a central defensive partnership, but they will come up against a Chelsea side struggling badly in front of goal. The London club have failed to score in each of their last three Premier League games, giving Heaven and Yoro a platform to impress if they stay organised and composed.The 19-year-old defender has played 14 games and assisted one goal in the Premier League this season.

ELLIOT ANDERSON will not feature for Nottingham Forest against Porto following the tragic death of his mum. The England international was set to run the midfield on Thursday night in the second leg of Forest's Europa League tie with Porto. But the club announced ahead of kick-off that he would not be available due to...

Paul Merson has predicted Chelsea vs Manchester United and advised interim boss Michael Carrick on his team selection.

Roberto De Zerbi is using a traditional Italian team-building exercise with Tottenham Hotspur, even though...

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Although his start to the season was strong, Marcus Rashford’s drop in form at Barcelona has been significant, with the club reportedly deciding against signing him permanently. As a result, the Englishman is now open to a return to Manchester United, shifting his stance. Despite his strong start at Barcelona, Marcus Rashford has experienced a noticeable dip in form during the second half of the season. With just 5 goals and 1 assist in 2026, the Englishman has become one of the most criticized players in the squad. After his underwhelming performance against Atlético Madrid, he may have effectively ended his chances of staying with the Blaugrana, opening the door to a potential return to Manchester United. According to El Nacional Cat, Barcelona sporting director Deco has informed Marcus Rashford that the club will not trigger the €30M purchase option from Manchester United. Not only do they consider his valuation to be too high, but they also do not believe he fits the sporting project. After failing to make a decisive impact in the tie against Atlético Madrid, the Englishman has been fully ruled out by the Spanish side. In the absence of Raphinha due to injury, Marcus Rashford took the his place in the starting lineup for the Champions League quarterfinals. Given a major opportunity to shine, the Englishman delivered a heavily criticized performance, missing key chances in the first leg and being relegated to the bench in the second leg. As a result, Barcelona now appear to have decided against signing him, focusing instead toward a young, high-potential left winger. With the reported decision by the Blaugranas, Marcus Rashford has decided to change his stance, expressing openness to a return to Manchester United—a move to which coach Michael Carrick is reportedly quite receptive, reports Simon Stone, via BBC. However, the Reds are unwilling to discuss his return to the roster until they have secured their Champions League spot. The English forward could be a key asset in competing against world-class teams. Marcus Rashford of FC Barcelona smiling prior a game. Marcus Rashford reportedly attracts interest from Juventus Marcus Rashford remains under contract with Manchester United until 2028, meaning he would be expected to return to the club at the end of the season. However, the Red Devils could face difficulties covering his high wages and may look to sell him if they fail to secure a spot in the 2026–27 UEFA Champions League. As a result, Juventus FC are reportedly emerging as a clear solution for the Englishman. According to SportsBoom, the Vecchia Signora are open to signing Rashford if either Manchester United or Barcelona decide not to keep him in their squad. Despite being 29, the English forward could provide a decisive boost to Juventus’ attack, having proven his ability to deliver both goals and creativity. That said, his salary remains a significant hurdle and would likely need to be reduced.

Arsenal have been contacted by a manager's agents as the Gunners are made aware of his desire to move to England, according to reports.

The Sky Blues are reportedly eyeing a loan move.

Do you know how far back the EPL goes? The Premier League, as it exists today, only started in 1992. In the three decades since, it has produced some of the most remarkable individual and team performances in football history. But, for interest’s sake, here’s a deep dive into the history of the EPL for… The post EPL Records and History first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

A prominent Tottenham insider on X has shared a much-needed positive update on James Maddison, suggesting the playmaker is finally on the verge of returning to first-team action. The news comes as a vital lifeline for manager Roberto De Zerbi, whose side is currently sitting in the relegation zone after a 1-0 defeat to Sunderland. […] The post Tottenham handed huge boost as James Maddison return timeline revealed amid relegation fears appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Shumaira Zion “Shim” Mheuka is an 18-year-old forward who is establishing himself as a prospect to watch at Chelsea. He is a striker and a step up as captain for the U21s, and an all-around elite goal scorer. He has the technical ability, physicality, and mature mentality that are often lacking at the youth football… The post Shim Mheuka: Chelsea’s Newest Homegrown Hope first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

As the final whistle blew on Sunday 25th January there was relief, passion and a very happy fanbase. Genoa came back from 2-0 down at home to Bologna in a crazy game, Bologna had goalkeeper Lukasz Skorupski sent off for a final man challenge. That red card changed the complexion of the game. Just over… The post Genoa CFC Flourishing Under Daniele De Rossi first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

‘I hate watching them, they don’t entertain me in the slightest’ It was a tale of two quarter-finals last night in the Champions League, as Bayern Munich beat Real Madrid 4-3 (6-4 on aggregate) in a topsy turvy thriller whereas, in London, Arsenal huffed and puffed their way to a 0-0 draw with Sporting, winning 1-0 on aggregate. They have reached consecutive semi-finals for the first time in their history but, since the turn of the year Mikel Arteta’s men have been accused of having a negative style of play, and it could be argued that it wasn’t easy watching for Arsenal fans and neutrals alike at the Emirates. Does style of play matter as long as you’re getting results? The Football Weekly panel discuss. Subscribe to The Guardian Football Weekly ► https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 Support the Guardian ► https://support.theguardian.com/ Guardian Football Weekly podcast: Apple ► https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-weekly/id188674007 Spotify ► https://open.spotify.com/show/6w8qWe0kjgHEHSWDSDGoLW?si=231c666f7f5a4453 Follow Guardian Football Weekly: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/guardian_footballweekly/ TikTok ► https://www.tiktok.com/@guardian_footballweekly #arsenal #realmadrid #bayern #sporting #championsleague

Aston Villa are monitoring Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford (23) as they consider long-term options in the event Emiliano Martinez leaves the club this summer. According to Sky Sports, Villa…

Marco Senesi, soon to be a free agent as his contract with Bournemouth nears its expiration date, has been linked with a host of top clubs. Juventus and Atletico Madrid are said to be keen on the 28-year-old, while Manchester United and Chelsea are believed to be options for him to remain in England. However, […] The post Liverpool move ahead of competition in Senesi race appeared first on Soccer News.

CHELSEA lead the race for Bournemouth's Alex Scott ahead of this summer's transfer window. The 22-year-old breakout star has attracted attention from several top clubs following an impressive campaign with the Cherries. But, according to The Independent, the Blues are leading the way. Scott - who earned his first England call-up in November - may...

Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon (25) is reportedly considering his future and is keen to explore his options this summer, with interest building from some of Europe’s biggest clubs, according…

Manchester United’s loaned-out forward Marcus Rashford is reportedly open to a surprise return to Old Trafford this summer. The England international is currently on loan at Barcelona for the season, but it remains to be seen his move there will be made permanent. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES […] The post Surprise player open to Manchester United return this summer appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Aston Villa and Fulham are also interested...