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MANCHESTER, England (AP) – Manchester City manager Josep Guardiola expects Crystal Palace to be “professional” in their squad selection to face Arsenal on the final day of the Premier League season, which could decide where the title goes.The game at Selhurst Park on May 24th comes three days before Palace face Rayo Vallecano. conference league finalsThat leaves the possibility that Palace manager Oliver Glasner will rest key players ahead of one of the biggest games in the club’s 121-year history.2nd place city They are five points behind Arsenal in the Premier League and coincidentally play Palace on Wednesday.City will need…
Southampton face Middlesbrough in the second leg of the Championship play-off semi-final on Tuesday night as an independent disciplinary panel considers punishment for the spying charges.Southampton have responded to the allegations (Image: David Horton/Getty Images)Southampton’s chief executive has defended the “character” of his staff and stressed the importance of giving the “full picture” amid rumors swirling about allegations of spying at the club. Saints face Middlesbrough in a tense Championship play-off semi-final second leg on Tuesday night.An independent disciplinary committee is currently considering next steps after a member of Southampton’s staff was suspected of spying on Boro’s training session before…
PRAGUE (AP) — Slavia Prague was given a forfeit in a forfeited game against arch-rivals Sparta Prague as punishment for fans storming the pitch in stoppage time of a heated Czech League derby last weekend. The Spartans won 3-0 due to the disciplinary action issued on Tuesday. Slavia were leading 3-2 on Saturday, but hundreds of fans poured onto the pitch seven minutes into stoppage time. Many of the supporters brandished smoke bombs, and some attacked Spartan players, including Slovakia goalkeeper Jakub Slovczyk, defender Jakub Martinec and forward Matiáš Vojta.A total of 10 minutes of stoppage time was scheduled, but…
Players’ Association president Maheta Molango said footballers were “being pushed to their limits” and were discussing taking action. Molango has warned that this summer’s World Cup will be a “survival of the fittest” as players suffer from burnout and face dire conditions, claiming no one is listening to their concerns.”The World Cup should be a culmination of dreams, but the reality is it’s survival of the fittest. That’s not right,” said Professional Footballers’ Association CEO Molango.”Let’s get to the root of the problem. It can’t be survival of the fittest. We’re now seeing games where it’s not the best team…
GENEVA (AP) — Qatar’s veteran forward Sebastian Soria was named to his country’s tournament reserve squad on Tuesday, giving him a chance to become the oldest outfielder to play in the World Cup.Soria was born in Uruguay. 34 player group Qatar coach Julen Lopetegui has selected the squad, which must be cut to no more than 26 players ahead of the World Cup, which starts on June 11.If Soria plays in the World Cup (which Qatar co-hosts in a group with Canada, Switzerland and Bosnia and Herzegovina), he will break Roger Milla’s record as the oldest outfielder in the tournament’s…
Manchester United are planning to make at least five new signings during the summer transfer window, with the possibility of bringing in up to three new central midfielders. The Red Devils are keen to strengthen their squad in preparation for a return to the Champions League, with at least eight games expected to be added to next season’s schedule. Midfield remains United’s biggest concern as they prepare to part ways with Casemiro, whose contract expires in June.Premier League players such as Tyler Adams, Elliott Anderson, Carlos Baleva, Matheus Fernandes, Joao Gomez, Bruno Guimarães, Sandro Tonali and Adam Wharton have been…
Andoni Iraola is clearly ready to take his time before deciding on his next job, despite Manchester United and Chelsea keen on the outgoing Bournemouth managerAndoni Iraola to leave Bournemouth this summer (Image: Getty Images)Andoni Iraola insists he is “in no rush” to make a decision on his next move, amid reports of interest from Manchester United and Chelsea.The Spaniard confirmed his departure from Bournemouth shortly after the win at Arsenal, bringing his three-year spell at the Cherries to an end. He will be heading off to Europe with a bang with the south coast club.Iraola’s stock has continued to…
SOUTHAMPTON, England (AP) — Southampton is Paid He is suspected of spying on Middlesbrough’s training sessions ahead of the team’s match in the Championship play-offs.Southampton said in a statement on Tuesday that it was “fully co-operating” with English football authorities, who were charged with breaching rules on Friday following allegations of unauthorized filming of Middlesbrough training.The English Football League has asked an independent disciplinary committee to hold a hearing “at the earliest opportunity”.The teams drew 0-0 in Saturday’s play-off semi-final first leg, with the return match to be played at Southampton on Tuesday. The winner will face Hull in the…
Arsenal would take a big step towards the Premier League title if they beat West Ham, but any celebrations would be more than justified given their struggles so far.Mikel Arteta’s celebrations after Arsenal reached the Champions League final have been criticized (Image: Jacques Feeney/Offside/Offside via Getty Images)Given the importance of the match at the London Stadium, it is likely that any celebratory police weekend break will be cancelled. Manchester City put the pressure back on with their win over Brentford, but given the last two Premier League games, Arsenal’s win over West Ham would almost guarantee the Gunners the title.Pundits…
Southampton have asked for time to carry out an internal review amid the Spygate scandal. Saints have been charged with breaching EFL regulations after a member of their staff allegedly spied on Middlesbrough training ahead of their play-off semi-final clash.The South Coast side are accused of breaching two regulations: acting with integrity and observing other teams training days before a scheduled fixture.Boro have complained to the EFL about the alleged unauthorized filming on private property and it is claimed club bosses will seek their expulsion. Both teams are currently in even positions heading into the game at St Mary’s.Any hearing…