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Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has once again proven how pivotal he is in Michael Carrick’s tactical jigsaw. The youngster didn’t make a single Premier League start this season under Ruben Amorim. On the contrary, he’s been omnipresent in the lineup since Michael Carrick’s appointment in mid-January. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL […] The post Not only Bruno – 8/10 star made ‘enormous’ difference for Man Utd; They can’t do without him appeared first on Stretty News.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has sent a simple three-word message to his players ahead of Sunday’s huge game away to Manchester City. When asked in his pre-match press conference if he had a “final message” for his players, Arteta stated simply that he wants them to “go for it” at the Etihad Stadium. DOWNLOAD THE […] The post Mikel Arteta’s three-word “final message” to Arsenal players ahead of Man City game appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Mason Mount was not exactly Mr Popular as he returned to his former club Chelsea with Manchester United in Saturday evening’s Premier League clash. The England international was once a real fan-favourite at Stamford Bridge, but he has clearly soured his relationship with Blues supporters since leaving to join Man Utd back in 2023. DOWNLOAD […] The post Chelsea fans will be furious at Mason Mount gesture during Man United win at Stamford Bridge appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Atletico Madrid have responded well to twice going behind in the Copa del Rey final, and they have levelled late on against Real Sociedad at La Cartuja. It was the start of dreams for La Real, as Ander Barrenetxea headed them in front after 15 seconds, which was the fastest goal in Copa del Rey […] The post WATCH: Stunning Julian Alvarez strike sends Copa del Rey final to extra time appeared first on Football España.

This is the big one – it’s Manchester City vs Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium this Sunday in what increasingly feels like winner-takes-all in this season’s Premier League title race. The Gunners go into the game top of the table, albeit only with a slender lead that Man City can cut into, while Pep Guardiola’s […] The post Manchester City vs Arsenal: Six things to watch in winner-takes-all title race showdown appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Manchester United are leading at Stamford Bridge thanks to Matheus Cunha’s opener, with Alejandro Garnacho unintentionally helping his former employers. Chelsea dominated possession during the first period and had several chances to score, but they failed to find the back of the net. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & […] The post “Too easy” – Man Utd fans delighted with Garnacho’s ‘assist’ appeared first on Stretty News.

Atletico Madrid responded well to going behind early in the Copa del Rey final, but they are still trailing with 45 minutes to go against Real Sociedad at La Cartuja. It was the start of dreams for La Real, as Ander Barrenetxea headed them in front after 15 seconds, which was the fastest goal in […] The post WATCH: Atletico Madrid equalise in Copa del Rey final before Mikel Oyarzabal restores Real Sociedad lead appeared first on Football España.

Wolves fans were left angered after a 3-0 defeat to Leeds, and a late Brighton equaliser keeps Spurs in the drop zone. Daniel Farke’s Leeds took a huge step towards safety thanks to goals from James Justin, Noah Okafor and Dominic Calvert-Lewin. They sit 15th with 39 points from 33 games, 8 points above the […] The post Wolves fans angered after defeat to Leeds; late Brighton equaliser keeps Spurs in drop zone appeared first on Fan Banter.

The deadlock has been broken inside the opening 15 seconds of the Copa del Rey final, and it is Atletico Madrid that have fallen behind at La Cartuja, with Real Sociedad scoring a record-breaking goal to hit the front. When these two teams met in La Liga last month, a match won 3-2 by Atleti […] The post WATCH: Real Sociedad score fastest ever Copa del Rey final goal to lead Atletico Madrid after 15 seconds appeared first on Football España.

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard could reportedly have a chance of playing against Manchester City tomorrow as he’s been included in the travelling squad for the game. The Norway international has been struggling with an injury in the last couple of games, having been taken off in that 1-0 win away to Sporting Lisbon in the […] The post “Final decision tomorrow” – Arsenal star given hope of returning vs Manchester City appeared first on CaughtOffside.

By: Ben Dixon Ahead of AC Milan’s clash against Hellas Verona tomorrow afternoon, the podcast regulars have provided their score predictions. Tomorrow’s game is more than important. Three points would settle a lot of nerves for the Champions League race, where Milan remain the favourites. However, another disappointing result would well and truly close the gap. In the […] The post Watch: “They’ve got to turn this around” – Score predictions for Hellas Verona-Milan appeared first on SempreMilan.

Tottenham were so close to a vital three points against Brighton this afternoon before a late equaliser by Georginio Rutter. It wasn’t great defending by Spurs as they held onto a 2-1 lead late on, with Kevin Danso losing the ball in his own penalty area, allowing the ball to be squared to Rutter, who […] The post Video: Tottenham defensive howler gifts Brighton stoppage time equaliser & keeps Spurs in bottom 3 appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Yet more astonishing scenes as Rochdale score 99th minute winner to stop York from winning promotion and take it to the final day. After Braintree had made it 1-1 on 91 minutes, which looked as though York, who were 3-0 up at home to Yeovil, were about to win the title, Rochdale then scored in […] The post Rochdale score 99th minute winner to stop York from winning promotion and take it to final day appeared first on Fan Banter.

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Arsenal are reportedly one of the clubs in the mix for a surprise potential transfer swoop for Tottenham midfielder Xavi Simons this summer. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAY The Netherlands international only joined Spurs from RB Leipzig less than a year […] The post Arsenal linked with shock €50m transfer raid on PL rivals for star midfielder appeared first on CaughtOffside.

There were dramatic scenes after Exeter keeper Jack Bycroft scores a 96th minute equaliser against Stockport to ensure Cardiff go up. The Bluebirds are back in the second tier at the first time of asking with a 3-1 win over Reading, and helped by a 3-3 draw at Exeter, who also boost their survival hopes. […] The post Exeter keeper scores 96th minute equaliser against Stockport to ensure Cardiff go up appeared first on Fan Banter.

Daryl Dike’s first goal of the EFL Championship season came at a vital time for West Bromwich Albion. Dike came off the bench to score the Baggies’ second goal in Saturday’s 2-0 road victory over Preston North End at Deepdale. The result moved James Morrison’s side five points clear of the relegation zone with three ... Read more

Leicester City midfielder Harry Winks has been filmed angrily shouting at a fan after today’s defeat to Portsmouth that puts the club in serious danger of relegation from the Championship. The Foxes have endured a nightmare campaign after being relegated from the Premier League last season, with it now looking increasingly likely that they’re heading […] The post “Shut the f**k up!” – Harry Winks in angry exchange with Leicester fan as shock relegation looms appeared first on CaughtOffside.

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Leeds United are moving closer to sealing Premier League safety this spring and Brenden Aaronson is playing his part along the way. Aaronson assisted once on Saturday in the Lilywhites’ 3-0 home victory over Wolves, moving Leeds United nine points clear from the relegation zone. The U.S. men’s national team midfielder now has assists in ... Read more

Aston Villa are reportedly preparing a concrete move to seal the transfer of Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones this summer. Jones came up through Liverpool’s academy, but has not quite lived up to his potential, and no longer commands a regular first-team place at Anfield. According to TEAMtalk, Villa are now emerging as strong contenders to […] The post Club preparing “concrete move” to sign Liverpool star, Slot has hinted he wants to keep him appeared first on CaughtOffside.

‘The pirate’ has been a domineering presence for RCD Mallorca since arriving at the club back in 2022, and helping them to survive relegation. Since, he has been to a Copa del Rey final with Los Bermellones, and last weekend, he became their top scorer ever in La Liga. As Mallorca romped to a 3-0 […] The post VIDEO: Samuel Eto’o congratulates Vedat Muriqi after surpassing RCD Mallorca goal record appeared first on Football España.

As Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad prepare for Copa del Rey final that will go down in history for one of them, here’s your guide to what to look out for. How did they get here? Atletico Madrid Los Colchoneros are always one of the favourites for the competition, but the truth is it has […] The post Atletico Madrid-Real Sociedad: Where will the Copa del Rey final be won and lost? appeared first on Football España.

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Anthony Gordon transfer speculation is now surely set to intensify even further as he’s been left out of the Newcastle United matchday squad today. The Magpies are taking on Bournemouth at St James’ Park, but Gordon is not involved for what has officially been reported as a slight hip injury. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP […] The post “Not a great look…” – Liverpool & Arsenal target left out of squad as transfer talk intensifies appeared first on CaughtOffside.

There were scenes at Fratton Park as Portsmouth boost their survival hopes and leave Leicester ‘staring third tier in the face’. The first half was rather uninspiring, one talking point in Sky Sports’ half time analysis looked into a penalty claim for Leicester. Conor Shaughnessy decides he got the ball, when footage shows Daka’s heel […] The post Portsmouth boost survival hopes and leave Leicester ‘staring third tier in the face’ appeared first on Fan Banter.

Stuttgart are seemingly preparing for life after Angelo Stiller, who could become Manchester United’s next deep-lying playmaker. The Red Devils will part ways with Casemiro at the end of the season, while Manuel Ugarte will likely be sold for the right offer. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING […] The post Falk: Club finds replacement for £43m ‘world-class’ distributor Man Utd are ‘serious’ about appeared first on Stretty News.

Barcelona are moving towards the signing of promising defender Patricio Pacifico. The Uruguayan, who can play at left-back or in central defence, joined the club’s reserve side Barca Atletic on in the January transfer window from Defensor Sporting in Montevideo, where he came through. Arriving late in the January window, Pacifico has made a total […] The post Barcelona decide to go through with signing of 20-year-old left-back appeared first on Football España.

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After exiting the Champions League in agonising fashion, Barcelona are already turning their focus to their summer plans. The Blaugrana still have to secure a LaLiga title that will make good on a season after disappointments in Europe and the Copa del Rey, but have a nine-point lead going into the final seven games against […] The post Barcelona transfer plans focused on four signings this summer appeared first on Football España.

Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad will face off in the Copa del Rey final at 21:00 CEST in La Cartuja in Seville, with both sides seeking their first silverware in five years. Los Colchoneros are back in the Copa final for the first time since they last won it in 2013, while La Real lifted […] The post Copa del Rey final Predicted Teams Atletico Madrid-Real Sociedad: Few changes for Diego Simeone appeared first on Football España.

Fans react after Barnsley announce the decision to part ways with Conor Hourihane at the end of the 2025/26 season. He will take charge of the final five matches of the season, with the club sitting 12th in League One with 55 points from 41 games played. The timing of this announcement was a surprising […] The post Fans react after Barnsley announce decision to part ways with Conor Hourihane at end of season appeared first on Fan Banter.

Good morning. It’s Saturday and there’s a big game tomorrow, but I don’t really want to talk about it today. I can’t lie and say it’s not at the very forefront of my mind, but I also have to preview the game in tomorrow’s blog so I don’t really want to get into it too […] The post Saturday miscellany: Tactics, strikers, archives, fundraisers appeared first on Arseblog ... an Arsenal blog.

Coventry City are back in the Premier League for the first time in 25 years. The Sky Blues sealed promotion to the English top-flight with a 1-1 draw at Blackburn Rovers on Friday. Manager Frank Lampard described his side’s promotion as a ‘unique’ achievement. He told Sky Sports: “To go and get promotion automatically as […]

A key element of the transfer strategy employed by Manchester City is to buy players for the future. City has made a habit of signing young players who have the potential to develop into first-team players at the club. Manchester City’s recent signings of Claudio Echeverri, Vitor Reis, Sverre Nypan, and American wonderkid Cavan Sullivan […] The post Manchester City seem set to snap up another bright young talent appeared first on Esteemed Kompany.

Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson has fueled speculation regarding a potential summer departure from Selhurst Park after officially switching his representation to a new agency. The 29-year-old shot-stopper has signed with Unique Sports Group (USG), a move that often precedes a major transfer or contract negotiation. The timing of the switch is particularly notable given […] The post Crystal Palace star linked with Tottenham makes surprise agency switch behind the scenes appeared first on CaughtOffside.

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Bournemouth have reached an agreement in principle to appoint former Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig boss Marco Rose as their new head coach, following the shock announcement that Andoni Iraola will depart the club this summer. The deal, which is expected to be finalised before the end of the current campaign, will see the 49-year-old […] The post Bournemouth reach agreement to appoint two time league winner to replace Iraola appeared first on CaughtOffside.

The latest Premier League TV selections have been announced by TNT and Sky Sports for the months of April and May. The deadline has come for a batch of TV picks to be made, so that clubs can inform match going supporters, who have to sort out tickets and travel arrangements. There had been plenty […] The post Latest Premier League TV selections announced for April and May appeared first on Fan Banter.

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Non league club Ramsgate receives huge backlash on social media for ‘the most bizarre sacking statements ever’. Lee Martin guided them to 10th in the Isthmian League Premier Division side, but his time has come to an end despite achieved his remit of avoiding relegation and also cited his underspending of their budget. Ramsgate say […] The post Non league club receives huge backlash for ‘the most bizarre sacking statements ever’ appeared first on Fan Banter.

Dorking Wanderers fume after player Brennan Camp gets punished for an ’empty water bottle’ throw, publishing a video of it too. The National League South side criticised the FA for issuing the defender with a £900 fine, for chucking a empty water bottle too far, which the club insists was accidental. On the 17th of […] The post Dorking Wanderers fume after player gets punished for ’empty water bottle’ throw appeared first on Fan Banter.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided some mixed injury news ahead of his side’s huge game away to Manchester City this weekend. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAY The Gunners take on City at the Etihad Stadium for what is being billed […] The post “Quite close…” – Mikel Arteta provides mixed injury update ahead of Man City vs Arsenal appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Michael Carrick has announced that he will be without Lisandro Martinez for the trip to Stamford Bridge tomorrow night, confirming Manchester United were unsuccessful in their red-card appeal. As a result, it has been set in stone that both Martinez and Harry Maguire will be suspended following their respective dismissals, leaving only Ayden Heaven and […] The post Michael Carrick confirms line-up change for Chelsea game with quartet ruled out and Mainoo a doubt appeared first on Stretty News.

Elliot Anderson posts a touching tribute to his mum and Morgan Gibbs-White fights back tears in his post match interview. Thursday night’s victory against Porto was more than just a win. Forest booked a place in the Europa League semi final, winning 2-1 on aggregate. Before the game, a club statement was issued, confirming Elliot […] The post Elliot Anderson posts tribute to his mum; Morgan Gibbs-White fights back tears in interview appeared first on Fan Banter.

Barcelona are looking to bring in a centre-forward this summer, and for some time it has been reported that their preferred choice for the number nine spot is Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez. For some time, Los Colchoneros have been adamant that he is not for sale, but now it seems the Catalan side have […] The post Barcelona interested in shock move for second Atletico Madrid forward appeared first on Football España.

Written by Harry Gillies. “What did you think of the sending off?” The Spanish press lobbed the question at Bayern’s manager, as they had to every passing player, but Vincent Kompany just smiled and said, “If you look at the game we can talk about some other situations as well.” Not that his words will […] The post Analysis: As Real Madrid career towards premature end to season, what’s left at the end of it? appeared first on Football España.

Barcelona are keen to improve their backline after conceding in every single one of their Champions League games this season, and their primary target is Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni. The Catalan side are trying to find ways to bring the price tag down for the Italy international though, with Inter reportedly looking to bring in […] The post Inter ‘very interested’ in Barcelona player as part of potential swap deal for Alessandro Bastoni appeared first on Football España.

Fans react with Hartlepool United on the search for a new manager as Nicky Featherstone steps down after six months in charge. The club sit 9th in the National League table, with 62 points from 43 games, unable to get in the playoffs, sitting 13 points behind. Hartlepool have however held initial discussions with the […] The post Fans react with Hartlepool on search for new manager as Nicky Featherstone steps down appeared first on Fan Banter.

Real Madrid will not be appointing Jurgen Klopp as manager this summer, despite strong interest from Los Blancos in recent months. Advisor Anas Laghrari has been advocating for the German’s appointment for a number of years, but it seems this will not be the summer he arrives at Real Madrid either. After Xabi Alonso’s sacking […] The post Jurgen Klopp not an option for Real Madrid ahead of Alvaro Arbeloa meeting appeared first on Football España.