Blackpool ran out shock 3-0 victors over Tottenham Hotspur this evening thanks to goals from Charlie Adam, DJ Campbell and Brett Omerod. After their fine display in Milan last weekend Tottenham Hotspur struggled to replicate their European triumphs on the Premier League stage as hosts Blackpool put in an assured display in front of their home crowd at Bloomfield Road this evening. Blackpool were strong from the outset and highly-sought after midfielder Charlie Adam was the man to give his side the lead as he calmy converted a Blackpool penalty following a clumsy Sebastien Bassong … [Read more...]
Ancelotti Denies Ray Wilkins Departure Has Affected Chelsea
Chelsea Manager Carlo Ancelotti has today denied any accusation that the sacking of ex-assistant manager Ray Wilkins has had a detrimental affect on his side. After Chelsea crashed out to Everton on penalties Saturday afternoon, more and more evidence is stacking up to suggest that Ray Wilkins' departure last year is the main reason behind Chelsea's poor performances in both cup competitions and the Premier League. Whilst speaking to BBC Football after the FA Cup fourth round replay tie, Ancelotti remained positive about player morale in the club and denied any link between Ray Wilkins' … [Read more...]