Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who maintains that his team is definitely not concerned with the Premier League title race right now, has provided an explanation on why we've seen so many different lineups from him this season. We're entering the final days of festive fixtures, where the games come fast and furious, and that means all managers must do some … [Read more...] about Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Explains His Starting XI Rotations
Archives for December 2020
West Ham at Everton Team News: James, Allan, Richarlison, Antonio
Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti has joined his Liverpool and Manchester United counterparts in downplaying the Premier League title talk. Asked if his side is really in the mix for winning that massive trophy, he responded: “No. I think realistically, we have to say no. We are really pleased to be where we are, but I think that our target hasn’t changed. There’s a lot of … [Read more...] about West Ham at Everton Team News: James, Allan, Richarlison, Antonio
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Jurgen Klopp Both Downplay League Title Race Talk
On Wednesday we learned that when Manchester United visit Liverpool in a little over two weeks, there will not be any fans allowed. That January 17 clash at Anfield is looming quite large right now as United, who have played one game fewer than their arch-rivals, can equal Liverpool's current point total should they beat Aston Villa on New Year's Day. Yes, United are second, … [Read more...] about Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Jurgen Klopp Both Downplay League Title Race Talk
Citrus Bowl Preview: #14 Northwestern Wildcats vs Auburn Tigers
After the #14 Northwestern Wildcats fell to the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Big Ten title game, NU coach Pat Fitzgerald gave this memorable soundbite: "we’re going to look at a couple of plays, and my great friend Bill Curry says “the pain of discipline or the pain of regret, you choose.” Now comes a Citrus Bowl matchup with a 6-4 Auburn team that is starting over with a new … [Read more...] about Citrus Bowl Preview: #14 Northwestern Wildcats vs Auburn Tigers
#1 Alabama vs #4 Notre Dame: College Football Playoff Semifinal Preview
Notre Dame, and this applies to the Oklahoma Sooners as well, have become the Washington Generals of the top tier. While that can be taken as a pejorative, hey, at least they're getting into the top tier, which is more than you can for 125 or so other college football programs. The ACC title game, which ND lost 34-10 (a late, meaningless touchdown window dressed the final … [Read more...] about #1 Alabama vs #4 Notre Dame: College Football Playoff Semifinal Preview
Man United at Liverpool to Play be Played Behind Closed Doors
Manchester United and Liverpool FC, the two teams that comprise the El Clasico of England rivalry, are set to meet Jan 17 at Anfield. As we learned today, that match will be played without any fans. The city of Liverpool had been in Tier 2 when it comes to coronavirus restrictions, a designation that meant they could allow up to 2,000 supporters into Anfield. Now, with the … [Read more...] about Man United at Liverpool to Play be Played Behind Closed Doors
Manchester United Starting XI Prediction vs Aston Villa
New Year's Day brings an end to 2020 (thank goodness!) and also a Premier League fixture between two sides that are very much in form right now. Manchester United are bonafide title contenders, as they sit second, just two points behind table topping Liverpool. Aston Villa are 5th, six points off the top of the table pace, but they have a game in hand on everybody above … [Read more...] about Manchester United Starting XI Prediction vs Aston Villa
Notre Dame to ACC? Jim Phillips Could be the Guy to Make it Happen
We're not saying Notre Dame football will join the ACC on a permanent basis, but if it's going to happen, then 2021 is the year that the ball could get rolling. Will we ever see Fighting Irish football in a conference? Well, this is the time that the stars are aligning to potentially make that possible. Jim Phillips completes his stint as Northwestern Athletic Director next … [Read more...] about Notre Dame to ACC? Jim Phillips Could be the Guy to Make it Happen