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Man Utd’s ‘give it to Bruno Fernandes’ tactic pays off as Carrick’s men brush Chelsea aside despite defensive crisis

BRUNO FERNANDES was getting animated on the touchline one minute and was animated in celebration the next. Fernandes had a lengthy discussion with Michael Carrick during the stoppage for Wesley Fofana’s treatment. He was then on Benjamin Sesko’s case, advising the Manchester United striker on his positioning and runs. As soon as the game resumed,...

Fofana And Fernandez Get 7 | Chelsea Players Rated In Poor Loss Vs Manchester United

Chelsea entertained Manchester United at Stamford Bridge earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. The Blues made a bright start to the game and conceded the opening goal in the 43rd minute when Matheus Cunha found the back of the net. The West London giants went […] The post Fofana And Fernandez Get 7 | Chelsea Players Rated In Poor Loss Vs Manchester United appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Chelsea 0-1 Man Utd: Matheus Cunha strike leaves Blues’ UCL hopes in tatters

Manchester United strengthened their push for Champions League qualification with a narrow 1-0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, despite being second best for large spells of the contest. The decisive moment came late in the first half when Matheus Cunha converted from close range after a clever cut-back from Bruno Fernandes. It proved to […]

Chelsea player ratings: Wesley Fofana and Marc Cucurella struggle in dismal Man Utd defeat but Liam Delap keeps fighting

AND THAT, is why fans at Stamford Bridge are so unhappy... Chelsea were forced into an early change when Estevao hobbled straight down the tunnel after 15 minutes with what could only be a muscle injury. The Blues were largely dominant in the first half at home, with Enzo Fernandez coming close, and even got...

Chelsea vs Manchester United Highlights and Goals

Watch extended highlights of Chelsea and Manchester United, player stats, results and goals from Premier League, April 18, 2026 The post Chelsea vs Manchester United Highlights and Goals appeared first on DasFootball.

Reports: Predicted Milan XI vs. Hellas Verona – Allegri considering defensive changes

By: Ben Dixon Ahead of tomorrow’s game against Hellas Verona, Massimiliano Allegri is considering a few changes, including one in the midfield five. After the humiliation suffered at San Siro last weekend, Allegri is expected to revert to the 3-5-2, which has brought him and his team so much success this season. As a result, a few changes […] The post Reports: Predicted Milan XI vs. Hellas Verona – Allegri considering defensive changes appeared first on SempreMilan.

Serie A preview: Hellas Verona vs. AC Milan – Team news, opposition insight, stats and prediction

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan have six games left in the Serie A season, the first of which will come on Sunday afternoon away against Hellas Verona. After being in the title race and firmly in the top four, things have taken a downward turn for Milan since their 24-game unbeaten run was snapped by Parma. Since then […] The post Serie A preview: Hellas Verona vs. AC Milan – Team news, opposition insight, stats and prediction appeared first on SempreMilan.

How Paulo Fonseca got his groove back at Lyon

Paulo Fonseca arrived in Lyon after a negative experience at AC Milan, one that was not entirely his fault, but rather the fault of a nonexistent club, one of the worst in AC Milan’s history, and of a number of players who had never been with him from the start. Despite having proven himself a… The post How Paulo Fonseca got his groove back at Lyon first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

GdS: Allegri has favourites within the Milan squad as he relies on seven ‘pillars’

By: Ben Dixon Massimiliano Allegri is no different to anyone and he has a few favourites at AC Milan. Perhaps it may be clear already, but the seven have been revealed. It is nothing new for managers to have favourites. Whether it is reliability, personality or a mix of other things, it is rather common for people to […] The post GdS: Allegri has favourites within the Milan squad as he relies on seven ‘pillars’ appeared first on SempreMilan.

Fernandez To Start, Estevao On The Bench | 4-2-3-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup Vs Manchester United

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.

A squad to build with an eye on the rules: Where Milan stand relative to UEFA regulations

By: Oliver Fisher With a return to European football looking likely for AC Milan, the management will have to start thinking about the squad list regulations. It is April 15th, so it’s only right that the team and players are fully focused on the final stretch of the season, with six games to go and a top four […] The post A squad to build with an eye on the rules: Where Milan stand relative to UEFA regulations appeared first on SempreMilan.

How Paulo Fonseca got his groove back at Lyon

Paulo Fonseca arrived in Lyon after a negative experience at AC Milan, one that was not entirely his fault, but rather the fault of a nonexistent club, one of the worst in AC Milan’s history, and of a number of players who had never been with him from the start. Despite having proven himself a… The post How Paulo Fonseca got his groove back at Lyon first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

GdS: Gabbia, Tomori, Fofana, 3-5-2 – Allegri returns to tested formula in Verona

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan’s preparations for the trip to Verona resumed today, following a Wednesday off granted by Massimiliano Allegri. After speculation in the media in the days prior suggested that he would, the starting line-ups confirmed Allegri’s decision to switch to a 4-3-3 against Udinese. It featured an attacking trio of Alexis Saelemaekers and Christian Pulisic […] The post GdS: Gabbia, Tomori, Fofana, 3-5-2 – Allegri returns to tested formula in Verona appeared first on SempreMilan.

Evolution not revolution: The tweaks Allegri must make to get Milan over the line

By: Oliver Fisher All of AC Milan’s previous certainties went up in smoke inside 37 first-half minutes in their damaging defeat to Udinese. The build-up to the game was dominated by the attacking struggles that Milan are enduring, which then gave rise to the news that Massimiliano Allegri was considering a switch to playing with three forwards, removing […] The post Evolution not revolution: The tweaks Allegri must make to get Milan over the line appeared first on SempreMilan.

Manchester United Outcast Offered to Top Serie A Clubs

Manuel Ugarte is looking for an escape route, as his role at Manchester United isn’t as prominent as he’d like it to be, and his agent Jorge Mendes is shopping him around and proposed him to Juventus, Napoli, and Milan. The Bianconeri recently scouted him The post Manchester United Outcast Offered to Top Serie A Clubs appeared first on The Cult of Calcio.

Tuttosport: Allegri cannot afford to rest Juventus risks vs. Verona – the six concerns

By: Ben Dixon This weekend, AC Milan will face Hellas Verona in a must-win game for their Champions League hopes. However, it comes with a risk. A few weeks ago, Milan were in a pretty comfortable position. They had a points advantage and confidence was flowing. Now, they are in a perilous one. Another loss could have substantial […] The post Tuttosport: Allegri cannot afford to rest Juventus risks vs. Verona – the six concerns appeared first on SempreMilan.

CM: Milan among clubs keen on Venezia sensation labelled the ‘Italian Pogba’

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan are one of the clubs keeping an eye on Issa Doumbia, who is continuing to make a name for himself at Venezia. Calciomercato.com write that in Venezia’s long pursuit of a return to Serie A, there’s one player whose performances are giving Giovanni Stroppa a huge boost. That player is Doumbia, who operates […] The post CM: Milan among clubs keen on Venezia sensation labelled the ‘Italian Pogba’ appeared first on SempreMilan.

Chelsea given stark warning against summer transfer with Blues ‘unable’ to attract elite stars

Chelsea can no longer attract the Premier League’s hottest prospects, but they have been warned against signing John Stones. The Blues find themselves under increasing pressure to strengthen …

Milan Establish Rich Price Tag for Midfield Cornerstone

Youssouf Fofana is having a solid season, but Milan will be open to evaluating the offers for him in the summer. He has alternated between dynamic performances to boneheaded misses in the box but has always been shielded and utilized regularly by Massimiliano Allegri. The post Milan Establish Rich Price Tag for Midfield Cornerstone appeared first on The Cult of Calcio.

GdS: Back to certainties – Allegri returns to 3-5-2 with Gabbia vying for a spot

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan must bounce back from consecutive defeats by beating Hellas Verona on Sunday, or a Champions League spot is in grave danger. As La Gazzetta dello Sport report, Massimiliano Allegri had his entire squad at his disposal on Monday at Milanello, with no absences. It’s happened rarely this season, but AC Milan can finally say […] The post GdS: Back to certainties – Allegri returns to 3-5-2 with Gabbia vying for a spot appeared first on SempreMilan.

How Paulo Fonseca got his groove back at Lyon

Paulo Fonseca arrived in Lyon after a negative experience at AC Milan, one that was not entirely his fault, but rather the fault of a nonexistent club, one of the worst in AC Milan’s history, and of a number of players who had never been with him from the start. Despite having proven himself a… The post How Paulo Fonseca got his groove back at Lyon first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

Moretto: Midfielder ‘hasn’t adapted very well to Allegri’s Milan’ and could be sold – the situation

By: Oliver Fisher Matteo Moretto has confirmed that AC Milan could listen to offers for Youssouf Fofana this summer, despite his importance. With the end of the season drawing ever closer, the first discussions about the summer transfer market have already begun. The Milan management are making their assessments ahead of the mercato, with several players from the […] The post Moretto: Midfielder ‘hasn’t adapted very well to Allegri’s Milan’ and could be sold – the situation appeared first on SempreMilan.

QS: ‘Everyone under observation’ – Milan face crucial six-game sprint with ‘revolution’ possible

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan have six games to try and secure a spot in the Champions League, then it will be time for some difficult decisions. Milan are three points ahead of fourth-placed Juventus, five ahead of Como in fifth, and six ahead of Roma. There’s no escaping the numbers: the Rossoneri have gone from a long […] The post QS: ‘Everyone under observation’ – Milan face crucial six-game sprint with ‘revolution’ possible appeared first on SempreMilan.

Chelsea vs Manchester City Highlights and Goals

Watch extended highlights of Chelsea and Manchester City, player stats, results and goals from Premier League, April 12, 2026 The post Chelsea vs Manchester City Highlights and Goals appeared first on DasFootball.

Leao and Allegri disasters: Player ratings for Milan-Udinese from Italian papers

By: Isak Möller AC Milan clinched zero points in their game against Udinese last night, and with several players struggling, the newspapers didn’t go easy with their player ratings. It was certainly an evening to forget for Milan and Massimiliano Allegri. We haven’t included his ratings below, but the manager got a 4.5 from Corriere dello Sport and […] The post Leao and Allegri disasters: Player ratings for Milan-Udinese from Italian papers appeared first on SempreMilan.

Player Ratings: AC Milan 0-3 Udinese – Leao jeered; questions for Allegri

By: Isak Möller AC Milan suffered a massive defeat on their home turf, conceding three against Udinese, and the player ratings aren’t exactly filled with positive comments this evening. Milan desperately needed to win after the defeat against Napoli on Easter Monday, which suddenly brought the top-four race back into question. Due to many chances missed and poor […] The post Player Ratings: AC Milan 0-3 Udinese – Leao jeered; questions for Allegri appeared first on SempreMilan.

AC Milan 0-3 Udinese: Disastrous defensive performance damages top four hopes

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan’s top four hopes suffered yet another blow on Saturday evening at San Siro as they were beaten 3-0 by Udinese. It was a nightmare from start to finish, with Arthur Atta’s deflected cross and Jurgen Ekkelenkamp’s header putting Udinese 2-0 up before the break, while Milan continued to miss chances at the other […] The post AC Milan 0-3 Udinese: Disastrous defensive performance damages top four hopes appeared first on SempreMilan.

Official: AC Milan vs. Udinese starting XIs – four changes from Napoli loss

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan head coach Massimiliano Allegri has named his starting line-up for the game against Udinese, with the formation change confirmed. The defeat to Napoli on Easter Monday means the Scudetto race is probably over and done with, but Milan must now focus on defending their spot inside the top four. There is a six-point gap […] The post Official: AC Milan vs. Udinese starting XIs – four changes from Napoli loss appeared first on SempreMilan.

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Hoping for a first since 2001: All the key stats ahead of Milan vs. Udinese

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan will welcome Udinese to San Siro on Saturday evening, with three very important points at stake after the Napoli loss. Milan have played Udinese 108 times across their history in competitive fixtures, with a record of 48 wins, 37 draws and 23 defeats. Last season, the Rossoneri took both games, winning 1-0 at […] The post Hoping for a first since 2001: All the key stats ahead of Milan vs. Udinese appeared first on SempreMilan.

Serie A Preview: Milan vs Udinese – Team News, Lineups & Prediction

Milan will look to get back on track when they take on perennial strugglers Udinese at San Siro in a must-win Serie A clash. After a disappointing return to action from the international break, the Rossoneri will be keen to bounce back on Saturday. The post Serie A Preview: Milan vs Udinese – Team News, Lineups & Prediction appeared first on The Cult of Calcio.

The five key battles that could win or lose the game for Milan against Udinese

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan will play in front of a sold out San Siro again this evening, and they need the backing from the fans to return to winning ways against Udinese. Milan must once again rebound after a negative result, but the most recent is perhaps the most damaging of all. The loss to Napoli on Easter […] The post The five key battles that could win or lose the game for Milan against Udinese appeared first on SempreMilan.

Chelsea told to raid Brighton again for Diego Costa-like star who could ‘make or break’ project

Chelsea have made frequent trips to Brighton in transfer windows, and been tipped to return for another key target. The Inside Chelsea panel on talkSPORT have backed the Blues to sign Jan Paul van …

Repubblica: Not just the attack – why Allegri will also make midfield change vs. Udinese

By: Oliver Fisher A lot of the talk in the build-up to AC Milan’s game against Udinese has been about the attack, but there will be a key change in midfield too. Virtually every major source is reporting that Massimiliano Allegri will finally use a three-man attack from minute one, switching to a 4-3-3 which sees a centre-back […] The post Repubblica: Not just the attack – why Allegri will also make midfield change vs. Udinese appeared first on SempreMilan.

MN: Predicted Milan XI for Udinese clash – Allegri finally changes to 4-3-3

By: Ben Dixon AC Milan will finally line up in a 4-3-3 again with Massimiliano Allegri biting the bullet and making the change after months of requests. Tomorrow night, Milan welcome Udinese to San Siro and they must get back to winning ways if they do not want the Champions League race to become exactly that. Instead, they […] The post MN: Predicted Milan XI for Udinese clash – Allegri finally changes to 4-3-3 appeared first on SempreMilan.

New England vs DC United | Sunday 12 April | Match Preview Sunday Preview Lineups Stats Facts

Explore MFF’s detailed preview for New England vs DC United in the Major League Soccer. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 00:30 BST match.Explore MFF’s detailed preview for New England vs DC United in the Major League Soccer. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 00:30 BST match. Match Details Fixture: New England vs […]

How Paulo Fonseca got his groove back at Lyon

Paulo Fonseca arrived in Lyon after a negative experience at AC Milan, one that was not entirely his fault, but rather the fault of a nonexistent club, one of the worst in AC Milan’s history, and of a number of players who had never been with him from the start. Despite having proven himself a… The post How Paulo Fonseca got his groove back at Lyon first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

Napoli Vs AC Milan [1–0] – Serie A 2025/2026: Antonio Conte Adjustments Break The Deadlock – Tactical Analysis

Napoli hosted AC Milan at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona for Gameweek 31 of Serie A 2025/2026 in a clash that was decisive for the second spot in the league. The match ended with a late 1-0 win for Napoli following an intense tactical contest that saw numerous in-game adjustments from both sides as they tried […] The post Napoli Vs AC Milan [1–0] – Serie A 2025/2026: Antonio Conte Adjustments Break The Deadlock – Tactical Analysis appeared first on Total Football Analysis.

Chelsea files: Fear Acheampong could do a Guehi as Fofana spared awkward reunion

JOSH ACHEAMPONG is one of the highest-rated defensive talents to emerge from Chelsea's illustrious Cobham academy since Reece James. But it seems as though he could face the same fate as Lewis Hall, and Marc Guehi if the Blues are not careful. Of course, for him, that may be just fine. For Chelsea, that should...

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How Paulo Fonseca got his groove back at Lyon

Paulo Fonseca arrived in Lyon after a negative experience at AC Milan, one that was not entirely his fault, but rather the fault of a nonexistent club, one of the worst in AC Milan’s history, and of a number of players who had never been with him from the start. Despite having proven himself a… The post How Paulo Fonseca got his groove back at Lyon first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

#1561 | Chelsea Drop More PL Points.... Burnley Match Review #CFC

Chelsea's Saturday match in the Premier League saw them drop a league leading 19th point from winning positions this season.... The Blues took the lead in the first five minutes, but a second half red card for Wes Fofana and a late equalizer from Burnley saw the result finish in a draw. Join our Discord community! Join Link: https://discord.com/invite/londonbluepod Follow London is Blue, Get in Touch! 📺 Subscribe on YouTube: http://bit.ly/33ZRQ0P ⚽️ Player Interviews – http://bit.ly/2ZrP05n 📷 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/londonbluepod/ 🐦 Twitter – https://twitter.com/londonbluepod 📰 Newsletter – https://londonisblue.beehiiv.com/ 🍎 Apple Podcasts – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/london-is-blue-chelsea-fc-soccer-podcast/id914691565?mt=2 🟢 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5I0NZIy6hdFWj6oRtpL8qI Brandon: https://twitter.com/bbbusbee Dan: https://twitter.com/dandormer Nick: https://twitter.com/nickverlaney 📧 Email us at [email protected] Audio Edited by Jake Perkins: https://www.instagram.com/jeremiahludicrous/ Until next time Chelsea fans, keep the Blue flag flyin’ high! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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