A seven-year VAR analysis reveals the Premier League clubs with the biggest positive and negative decision balances, with Newcastle and Wolves at opposite ends of the table. The Video Assistant Referee, VAR, was introduced to the Premier League to reduce major refereeing mistakes, but seven seasons later, the technology remains one of the most debated…
Real Madrid’s dramatic win over Elche highlighted Arda Guler’s rise, Carlos Espi’s growing impact, Vinicius Junior’s uncertain position and Mourinho’s concerns over his side’s second-half collapses. Real Madrid extended their perfect start to the La Liga season with a dramatic 3-2 victory away to Elche, although Jose Mourinho’s side made life unnecessarily difficult for themselves…
Michael Carrick faces a selection headache as Manchester United prepare for Brighton with several first-team players unavailable and Luke Shaw still a doubt. Manchester United head into Wednesday’s Carabao Cup meeting with Brighton at Old Trafford with Michael Carrick facing a number of selection problems after a difficult opening to the season. The biggest doubt…
Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel has stunned the club by requesting the cancellation of his registration, just days after making history with a Youth League hat-trick. Manchester United have been rocked by a surprise request from teenage sensation JJ Gabriel, who has asked for his registration to be cancelled and wants to leave the club…
Raheem Sterling has pleaded guilty to dangerous driving, possessing nitrous oxide and failing to provide a specimen following a Lamborghini crash in Hampshire. Raheem Sterling has pleaded guilty to dangerous driving after crashing his Lamborghini Urus in Hampshire earlier this year, adding another difficult chapter to the former England winger’s recent struggles. The 31-year-old appeared…
Spanish midfielder Rodrigo Hernandez ‘Rodri’ has revealed that Barcelona’s sporting project and the influence of Hansi Flick and Deco ultimately convinced him to turn down Real Madrid. Rodri has opened up about the difficult decision that saw him choose Barcelona over Real Madrid after both Spanish giants competed for his signature during the summer, with…
The VAR officials responsible for controversially awarding Erling Haaland’s winning goal in the Manchester derby have been stood down after an admitted error of judgement. The video assistant referee at the centre of the disputed goal that decided Sunday’s Manchester derby has been left out of the officiating roster for this coming weekend’s Premier League…
Vincent Kompany has openly backed Harry Kane and Michael Olise for the Ballon d’Or, admitting his support is inevitably influenced by his position as Bayern Munich manager. Vincent Kompany has thrown his support behind Bayern Munich stars Harry Kane and Michael Olise in the 2026 Ballon d’Or race, admitting that his choice is naturally influenced…
Mikel Arteta’s anger over Sunderland’s penalty decision overshadowed Arsenal’s hard-earned victory, with David Raya’s save proving crucial in keeping the Gunners on course. Mikel Arteta has launched a furious criticism of the refereeing after Arsenal survived a major scare to beat Sunderland 2-0 at the Stadium of Light, insisting the controversial penalty awarded against his…
Bruno Guimaraes silenced Sunderland fans who booed him over his Newcastle ties by scoring a stunning goal in Arsenal’s 2-0 victory at the Stadium of Light. Sunderland fans booed Bruno Guimaraes after the midfielder came off the bench for Arsenal to inspire a 2-0 win at the Stadium of Light with his first goal in…