Manchester United finally came correct last night, breaking the cycle of score, stop playing all out, settle for a draw. After three straight stalemates, across two different domestic competitions, they beat Brighton & Hove Albion, 2-0, to improve their UCL qualification chances. According to Interim Manager Ralf Rangnick himself, finishing top four is the best that they … [Read more...] about Manchester United News: Sancho, Shaw, Pogba, Ronaldo, Bruno
Archives for February 2022
The Lowdown On Low-Impact Sports
Pexels. CCO Licensed. All sports fall mainly into one of two categories: high-impact or low-impact. But just what does this mean? And when is it a good idea to choose a low-impact sport? This post explains more. … [Read more...] about The Lowdown On Low-Impact Sports
Chelsea FC Promoting “Equiano Stories,” New Film About Famed Abolitionist
Chelsea football club has done and continues to do a lot when it comes to promoting the ideals of racial and social justice. It's really great that they do so, because, well, some of their supporters sometimes do the polar opposite. And while these episodes tend to receive a lot of media coverage, the good news often gets buried. With that in mind, this Black History Month, … [Read more...] about Chelsea FC Promoting “Equiano Stories,” New Film About Famed Abolitionist
Liverpool FC Team News at Inter Milan (UCL): Henderson, Klopp
Liverpool's quest to win a seventh European Cup continues Wednesday at the San Siro against Inter Milan. The Reds finished Group B with the maximum 18 points, and aim to continue that hot streak. Inter Milan come into the game second in Serie A, just one point behind AC Milan in the table. (For the Liverpool FC starting XI Prediction go here) … [Read more...] about Liverpool FC Team News at Inter Milan (UCL): Henderson, Klopp
Real Madrid at PSG Team News (UCL): Neymar, Herrera, Ramos, Benzema, Bale
Paris Saint-Germain hosts Real Madrid tonight in a UCL round of 16 clash that is absolutely overflowing with storylines. Not only do you have a match-up here that would make a scintillating final, but the individual footballer narratives are prevalent everywhere. Look around and you'll find some guys facing the team: they used to play, they almost joined, were about to join … [Read more...] about Real Madrid at PSG Team News (UCL): Neymar, Herrera, Ramos, Benzema, Bale
Real Madrid at PSG Starting XI Predictions (Champions League Round of 16)
Here we go time! Paris Saint-Germain hosts Real Madrid tonight in a UEFA Champions League match-up that features so much star power and high quality football that it could easily be the final. It's actually only the round of 16, with Paris hosting the first of the two legs on Tuesday night, but PSG boss Mauricio Pochettino agrees that this clash would make a great UCL … [Read more...] about Real Madrid at PSG Starting XI Predictions (Champions League Round of 16)
Rangnick Admits Fourth Place is Man United Ceiling This Season
When Manchester United crashed out of the FA Cup last week, football fans and pundits alike, everywhere, were espousing a similar narrative. "It's going to be five years now without a trophy," the narrative went, as the Old Trafford outfit now found itself out of both domestic cup competitions, and long out of the hunt for the Premier League title. They will begin their … [Read more...] about Rangnick Admits Fourth Place is Man United Ceiling This Season
The Pearl of Bahrain
For centuries Bahrain collected pearls from the seafloor. Nowadays, it has one outstanding gem just in the heart of the desert. At least, that is the way a renowned sports betting expert Tim Harrison refers to Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) — the speedway synonymous with the most incredible racing events. Bahrain, Photo by Charles-Adrien Fournier, UnSplash … [Read more...] about The Pearl of Bahrain
Manchester City Starting XI Prediction vs Sporting Lisbon (Champions League)
Manchester City now turns its attention towards attempting to exorcise their Champions League demons. If they are to finally get their hands on Ol’ Big Ears, they must first defeat Portuguese side Sporting Lisbon in the round of 16. They will look to get put on the front foot for the road leg and hopefully take a lead back home. The treble chasing Sky Blues come into this … [Read more...] about Manchester City Starting XI Prediction vs Sporting Lisbon (Champions League)
Man City Team News vs Sporting CP (UCL): Grealish, Walker, Jesus
Following their convincing victory over Norwich City, Premier League leaders Manchester City now turn their focus to the Champions League. After coming agonizingly close to lifting the trophy last season, there is said to be an obsession with the club about winning this competition. If they are to win the Champions League, then the real journey starts here against … [Read more...] about Man City Team News vs Sporting CP (UCL): Grealish, Walker, Jesus