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Archives for September 2017

Ander Herrera Playing Mind Games With Manchester City Already

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Ander Herrera is at it again, trying to play mind games with Manchester City. The Spaniard has taken a page from his manager Jose Mourinho's hand book, by doing the "they have the weight of expectations" maneuver on their intracity rivals. Read this quote, and then ask yourself, "doesn't this sound like something Mourinho would say?" (Of course for Mourinho the preferred … [Read more...] about Ander Herrera Playing Mind Games With Manchester City Already

Eden Hazard to Start For Chelsea in League Cup Tie vs Forest

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Chelsea star Eden Hazard has officially completed the final step in his rehabilitation and convalescence. Blues manager Antonio Conte has indicated that his wide midfielder will start for the team tomorrow night in the League Cup third round tie against Nottingham Forest. "I think for Eden now is the right moment to start the game, and to try and play the whole game," Conte … [Read more...] about Eden Hazard to Start For Chelsea in League Cup Tie vs Forest

United League Cup Injury Report vs Burton: Pogba, Tuanzebe, Rojo, Ibrahimovic

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Manchester United commence the defense of their League Cup trophy Wednesday night by welcoming Championship side Burton Albion FC to Old Trafford. The Brewers sit 19th in England's second tier, so this will be a great chance for several United players to see their first minutes this season. Midfielder and Captain Michael Carrick, left-back Luke Shaw, goalkeeper Sergio Romero … [Read more...] about United League Cup Injury Report vs Burton: Pogba, Tuanzebe, Rojo, Ibrahimovic

Manchester United Starting XI Prediction vs Burton Albion (League Cup)

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Manchester United begin defense of their League Cup title tomorrow night with a home tie against Championship side Burton Albion FC. The 67 year old club currently sit 19th in England's second tier, so Mourinho will have a chance to rest a lot of his regulars, and still likely come away with a very commanding victory over the Brewers in this one. Mourinho has already … [Read more...] about Manchester United Starting XI Prediction vs Burton Albion (League Cup)

Man United Seeking Advice After Romelu Lukaku Chant Deemed Racist

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A Manchester United supporter chant about Romelu Lukaku has been deemed offensive and racist by Kick It Out, a group that combats discrimination in football. "Kick It Out is aware of footage of alleged racist chanting by supporters of Manchester United that emerged on Wednesday evening (13 September)," a Kick It Out spokesman said. … [Read more...] about Man United Seeking Advice After Romelu Lukaku Chant Deemed Racist

Eden Hazard Says Chelsea Can Play with their Eyes Closed

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Chelsea star Eden Hazard says that manager Antonio Conte drills his tactics into his team so strongly that they could actually play with their eyes closed. Conte certainly has a reputation for being a hard-nosed, strict, authoritarian kind of leader, so naturally his training sessions would be the sort that would appeal to a Type A personality. The effectiveness of his style … [Read more...] about Eden Hazard Says Chelsea Can Play with their Eyes Closed

Trevor Siemian “Swagging on Them Boys,” Says London Fletcher

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Saturday night, during a stoppage in play at Northwestern's Ryan Field, Trevor Siemian received a major show of support from the home crowd. During a break in the midst of the Wildcats' 49-7 Bowling Green Massacre (#NeverForget) this past weekend, the stadium video board showed a montage of current #B1GCATS in the NFL. For some, like Zach Strief with the New Orleans Saints, … [Read more...] about Trevor Siemian “Swagging on Them Boys,” Says London Fletcher

Henrikh Mkhitaryan Admits United are in a “Very Difficult” Spot Without Paul Pogba

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Manchester United attacking player Henrikh Mkhitaryan admits that his club is in a "very difficult" spot now that they'll be without midfielder Paul Pogba for an elongated period of time. The Armenian national team captain said it's going to be "hard" as they'll be without the Frenchman for, as some reports have suggested, 12 weeks. United Manager Jose Mourinho, following … [Read more...] about Henrikh Mkhitaryan Admits United are in a “Very Difficult” Spot Without Paul Pogba

Mauricio Pochettino Very Candid About Tottenham Competitive Priorities

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During a press conference, Tottenham Hotspur Manager Mauricio Pochettino stated the club's competitive priorities this season. He was blunt about the fact that Spurs are focusing on two competitions- the English Premier League and UEFA Champions League. He said that Spurs would like to win the two domestic cups, and will try hard to do so, but those competitions are just not … [Read more...] about Mauricio Pochettino Very Candid About Tottenham Competitive Priorities