Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has revealed that he is not overly concerned by Fernando Torres’ current goal drought. Since netting in Atletico Madrid’s 2-0 victory over Eibar, Fernando Torres has not managed to find the back of the net for more than three months and the striker is currently stuck on 99 goals for the Spanish side. While the fans are desperate for Torres to earn his landmark 100 goals for Atletico sooner rather than later, his current goal drought will certainly come as a cause for concern for manager Diego Simeone. However, Simeone has rejected the notion that he is … [Read more...]
Former Real Madrid and Tottenham boss being touted to replace Mourinho at Chelsea
Chelsea are considering replacing the recently departed Jose Mourinho with former Real Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur manager Juande Ramos, according to reports from the Independent. Chelsea wielded the axe on manager Jose Mourinho on Thursday night following the Blues’ terrible start to the season and the club hierarchy have been very active in their search the right candidate to replace the 52-year old. The likes of Guus Hiddink, Carlo Ancelotti, Brendan Rodgers and Antonio Conte have all been mentioned as potential targets for Chelsea but now according to reports from the Independent, … [Read more...]
Spanish star happy to be linked with Tottenham Hotspur
Newcastle United youngster Ayoze Perez has admitted that he is flattered at being linked with a move to Tottenham Hotspur. Perez joined Newcastle United from Tenerife for a meager £1.5million during the summer of 2014 and the striker was an unknown quantity to fans in England at the time. Fast forward 18 months though, Perez has gone on to be regarded as one of the finest young strikers around in Europe following a host of quality performances for Newcastle. With Perez performing brilliantly, it has been no surprise whatsoever to see the striker being courted by a host of top clubs and it … [Read more...]
Arsenal star to reject Real Madrid by signing whopping deal
Mesut Ozil set to put pen to paper on a record breaking deal at Arsenal, according to reports from Tutto Mercato Web – as cited by Sports Mole. While Mesut Ozil endured a difficult start to life at Arsenal following his record breaking £42.3million move from Real Madrid a few seasons ago, the German superstar has really come to the fore during the current campaign and already has racked up an astonishing 13 assists so far this season. Such stats prove that Ozil has arguably been the best creative midfielder in Europe during the current campaign and there were reports that Real Madrid were … [Read more...]
Manchester United want to sign Liverpool and Barcelona icon
Manchester United are considering a shocking swoop for former Liverpool striker Luis Suarez, according to reports from French publication Buzz Sport – as cited by the Liverpool Echo. Given their terrible performances, it is clear to see that Manchester United are currently in a desperate need to strengthen their attacking options during the January transfer window so as to stand a chance of claiming the Premier League title this season. As a result, it has been no surprise to see United being linked with a host of top names and the likes of Neymar, Gareth Bale, Cristiano Ronaldo … [Read more...]
Luis Enrique’s Chance for Barcelona
When Luis Enrique steps out onto the pitch tonight for the first leg of the Champions League Semifinal he may as well be invisible. With Pep’s return to Nou Camp, the semi-final re-match with Bayern Munich, and the players involved in the game most will not spare a thought for the Barcelona manager. Yet, amongst all who will have a hand in deciding the game, nobody has more invested in the outcome than Luis Enrique. … [Read more...]
Nahuel Leiva: Will the Messi Story be rewritten?
Our story begins with an exciting young Argentine talent, whisked from the footballing hotbed of Rosario to arrive in (an equally) sunny Spain, barely entered into his formative teen years. It doesn’t take too long before the young prodigy begins to showcase his considerable talent, and the interest and attention of scouts and media invariably begin to peak. … [Read more...]
Real Madrid 4-0 Ludogorets: 3 Records Achieved
In a match that saw not one, not two, not three, but four different records at stake, you knew that Real Madrid would actually play for something, yet that still didn't change the fact that with mostly fringe players and never leaving 3rd gear, the reigning European champions easily dismantled the Bulgarian champions. The first record on the line was of course the most consecutive wins by a Spanish club which until last night, Real Madrid shared with Barcelona. But with their 19th consecutive win in all competitions, Real Madrid are now officially the club with the most consecutive wins in the … [Read more...]
Carlos Tevez vs Diego Godin: Why this key battle could decide Juventus vs. Atletico Madrid
Juventus know that a defeat to La Liga champions Atletico Madrid leaves them in a precarious position in Group A of the Champions League, so their main man in attack – Carlos Tevez – will have to be on top form to send the Italian giants through. … [Read more...]
Real Madrid vs Ludogorets: Preview & Stats
The Santiago Bernabeu will play host to the final group stage match for Real Madrid in the Champions League this season vs Ludogorets, a match that might see the reigning European champions set not 1, but 2 records with a win vs the team at the bottom of Group B. The first record is becoming the Spanish club with the most consecutive wins in all competitions in history, a record they currently share with Barcelona as both clubs have 18 straight wins. Beating Ludogorets would push Real Madrid towards their 19th consecutive win and make them outright holders of the coveted record. The second … [Read more...]