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Mourinho says appealing Terry’s red card would be a waste of time

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho refused to blame John Terry after his dismissal at West Brom – but believes appealing the red could be a waste of time. The defender was sent off early in the second half for pulling back Salomon Rondon to continue his difficult start to the season. Chelsea hung on for a […]

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/ 3991 days ago

Everton vs Manchester City; team news and predicted lineups

Manchester City will hope to continue their 100% start to the season when they play Everton at Goodison Park on Sunday. The Citizens have won both their games so far including the big game last weekend where they underlined their title credentials by beating Chelsea 3-0. The victory moved City five points above Chelsea, which […]

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/ 3992 days ago

Ultimate guide to watching soccer on TV and streaming

For the past six months, World Soccer Talk writer Chris Moore and I have spent tens of hours researching, writing and compiling our notes to create an ultimate guide to watching soccer live and legally, to share with you. The comprehensive guide gives readers in the US all the details you need to know where […]

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/ 3992 days ago

Manchester United set to table £100 million bid for Gareth Bale

Manchester United is preparing a world record bid of £100 million for Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale, according to the Sunday World. The story from the British publication comes on the heels of manager Louis van Gaal's statement earlier today that his side does not need to add any more firepower before the close of […]

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/ 3992 days ago

Louis van Gaal denies Manchester United need more firepower

Louis van Gaal denied he was in urgent need of attacking reinforcements despite watching his Manchester United team record a disappointing goalless draw against Newcastle. United's 100 per cent record fell by the wayside after a wasteful performance from Van Gaal's team. United dominated the opening stages, making six attempts at goal in the first […]

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/ 3992 days ago

Chelsea complete signing of Brazilian forward Kenedy for £6.7 million

Chelsea have announced the completion of the signing of Brazilian teenager Kenedy. The 19-year-old joins from Fluminense, who permitted him to take part in the Blues' pre-season tour to North America prior to the formalities of the deal being concluded. None of the terms of the deal were disclosed. The Brazil under-20 international, a left-footed […]

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/ 3992 days ago

Memphis Depay will be a star, but he’s not ready to be Manchester United’s talisman yet

After Memphis Depay runs out at Old Trafford for Manchester United in mid-week for the return leg against Brugge, expectations will be lifted. After a dazzling display on the left-wing in a 3-1 win over Club Brugge in midweek and a decent performance in a 0-0 draw against Newcastle, already there’s plenty of chatter about the Dutchman. […]

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/ 3993 days ago

Manchester United vs Newcastle United – team news and predicted lineups

Manchester United will be aiming to maintain their 100% record in the new Premier League campaign when they host Newcastle United at Old Trafford on Saturday. The Red Devils won both of their first two games against Tottenham and Aston Villa via a 1-0 scoreline but will be looking to score some more goals in […]

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/ 3993 days ago

Manchester United's frustrating summer transfer window

In case it escaped your notice, Manchester United made a major signing a couple of days ago. The Old Trafford club have struck a deal with Donaco International, making them United’s official casino resort partner. Oh yes and there’s the business of Pedro signing for Chelsea right under the noses of Ed Woodward and Louis van […]

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/ 3993 days ago

How Pedro's big move has secured the future of one Spanish third-division club

Four hundred thousand Euros won’t cover a month’s wages for the world’s best soccer players, but for one Spanish third division club, that relative windfall — its proceeds from Pedro Rodriguez’s move from Barcelona to Chelsea — could mean a new future, one that’s debt-free and stable. That’s because the €410,000 Tenerife club Raqui San […]

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/ 3993 days ago

Wenger says Arsenal ‘not close’ to new signings

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says he is "not close" to making any new signings and will not do so just for the sake of it. The Gunners continue to be linked with Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema, but so far neither club has gone public about any interest. In contrast, Arsenal's Premier League title rivals […]

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/ 3993 days ago

Contract extension puts Pepe in line to reach 10 years at Real Madrid

Four days after announcing Sergio Ramos’ new deal, Real Madrid has confirmed the team’s other starting center back, Pepe, will also stay put. Extending a contract that was set to expire in June, the Portugal international has agreed to a deal which will run through the 2016-17 season, giving the 32-year-old a change to reach a full decade […]

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/ 3993 days ago

Norwich City come up short in bid for Jonathan Walters

Stoke have rejected a bid from Norwich for forward Jonathan Walters, Press Association Sport understands. It is understood the Canaries made a £1.5 million offer for the 31-year-old Republic of Ireland international which was turned down by the Potters. The news, emerging on Friday, comes a day before the two clubs play each other at […]
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/ 3993 days ago

Pellegrini fears Zabaleta out one month, has Delph, Fernando, Otamendi available

Manchester City defender Pablo Zabaleta could be out of action for a month with a knee injury, manager Manuel Pellegrini has revealed. The Argentina right back, who has not yet featured this season after returning late following summer international duty, was hurt in training this week. Pellegrini, speaking at a press conference to preview Sunday's […]

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Everton remain firm on Stones while closing in on Funes Mori

Everton manager Roberto Martinez has tempered talk of John Stones looking to hand in a transfer request and stressed he will not hesitate to select the defender for Sunday's home clash with Manchester City. After Chelsea had preseason bids of £20 million and £26 million for Stones rejected, Everton on Tuesday refused to comment on reports […]