Last season saw Jose Mourinho become the first Manchester United manager to win a trophy in his first season on the job at Old Trafford. In fact he won three (Community Shield, EFL Cup, Europa League). This season, he can get his first and only piece of silverware May 19 when United take on the Chelsea/Southampton winner at the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium. On the other … [Read more...] about Jose Mourinho Admits Season Will Be Defined By League Finish, not FA Cup
Archives for April 2018
Alexis Sanchez Hails Arsene Wenger as “historical football legend”
There has been a lot of speculation about what kind of relationship Alexis Sanchez had with his Arsenal teammates, and Gunners manager Arsene Wenger, while he was with the club from 2014-17. Sanchez, who moved to Manchester United in January, said he's been in contact with his former boss, whom he hailed as a "football master" and "historical football legend." Yesterday saw … [Read more...] about Alexis Sanchez Hails Arsene Wenger as “historical football legend”
Jurgen Klopp Irate Over Pitch in West Brom’s “Useless Comeback”
The old adage, about a team with nothing to lose being the most dangerous of all, certainly held true today in West Bromwich Albion's 2-2 draw with Liverpool. It was a "useless comeback" according to Reds boss Jurgen Klopp, as West Brom drew level in the 88', snatching a point that will do nothing to avoid regulation, a fate that is nearly inevitable, and could come as early as … [Read more...] about Jurgen Klopp Irate Over Pitch in West Brom’s “Useless Comeback”
Notre Dame Football: Major Takeaways from Blue-Gold Game
Heading into this edition of the Notre Dame football Blue-Gold game, we analyzed several KEY storylines and dissected a few pressing questions. Today, we saw if not some answers, at least some relevant information and evidence that could bring us towards some answers; eventually. The Blue (offense) beat the Gold (defense) 47-44, but it's a spring game, so don't read too much … [Read more...] about Notre Dame Football: Major Takeaways from Blue-Gold Game
Jurgen Klopp Already Sizing Up Next Year’s Competition with Man City
Liverpool met Manchester City four times this season, across all competitions, and they won three times. The men led by Jurgen Klopp ended City's 22 game winning streak in midseason, and they were one of just two sides (Manchester United is the other) to beat the Citizens in Premier League play. While the Reds ousted City from Champions League, and overall looked fantastic … [Read more...] about Jurgen Klopp Already Sizing Up Next Year’s Competition with Man City
BVB Openly Want to Sign Michy Batshuayi from Chelsea Permanently
Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi had a tale of two seasons, as he got playing time and thus regained his scoring touch upon moving to Borussia Dortmund on loan in January. He was buried on the depth chart at Stamford Bridge, but with BVB he scored seven times in ten games, including a brace in his debut. Batshuayi became "the Batsman" again, until a serious ankle injury ended … [Read more...] about BVB Openly Want to Sign Michy Batshuayi from Chelsea Permanently
Antonio Conte Rejects Comparisons of His Record to Jose Mourinho’s
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte rejects the notion that his tenure at Chelsea can or should be compared to Jose Mourinho's first spell with the club. It's not surprising that Conte would distance himself from anything at all connected to Mourinho, given the ugly row, and prolonged war of words between the two men that began 2018. Conte believes that Mourinho's first go around … [Read more...] about Antonio Conte Rejects Comparisons of His Record to Jose Mourinho’s
FA Cup Semifinal Chelsea vs Southampton: Suspension/Injury Report
Chelsea and Southampton will tangle for the second weekend in a row, and this time the stakes are very different. Saints are running out of time and chances to secure Premier League safety, while Chelsea are close to seeing the sun set on their top four finish hopes. Both however, can still acquire a trophy this season, if they win here and then beat the Manchester … [Read more...] about FA Cup Semifinal Chelsea vs Southampton: Suspension/Injury Report
Chelsea and Southampton FC Starting XI Predictions (FA Cup Semifinal)
Chelsea and Southampton will clash for the second time in just eight days when the two sides meet on Sunday in Wembley Stadium for an FA Cup semifinal clash. The Blues came back from a 1-0 halftime deficit to beat the Saints 3-2 this past Saturday at the St. Mary's. Chelsea leads the all time series between the two clubs 43-30, with 28 draws. This will be the last chance for … [Read more...] about Chelsea and Southampton FC Starting XI Predictions (FA Cup Semifinal)
Atrocious Weather the Main Story of Cubs, White Sox Season Thus Far
It's very early, but thus far, the most extraordinary aspect of the 2018 Chicago baseball season has been the weather. Upon conclusion of their first home stand yesterday, the Chicago Cubs are 8-8, and the fourth place team in the NL Central division. The Chicago White Sox are also in fourth, in the AL Central, but with a much worse record, at 4-11. Typically, the weather, … [Read more...] about Atrocious Weather the Main Story of Cubs, White Sox Season Thus Far