As the Ruud Van Nistelrooy "era" (if you can really call it that) nears its end, the Ruben Amorim era draws near. So change is coming, but in the meantime, we have some changes in the team injury/fitness situation too. Christian Eriksen will be out for an indefinite time, with an injury that hasn't been disclosed. "We're still hoping and working hard to get Christian part of … [Read more...] about Man United Team News vs POAK: Christian Eriksen, Harry Maguire
Chelsea FC Starting XI Prediction vs Noah (Conference League)
Chelsea FC are set to take on Noah this Thursday, and no, it's not Joakim, or Yannick. When it comes to Noah, we first think of the tennis legend turned pop star, and then also his son, a former NBA All-Star, because the football club is that obscure. Noah, an Armenian professional football club based in Armavir, is so obscure that when you Google them, you don't even see … [Read more...] about Chelsea FC Starting XI Prediction vs Noah (Conference League)
Chelsea Team News vs Noah: Cole Palmer, Jadon Sancho
Cole Palmer is ineligible to feature for Chelsea on Thursday night, because the Blues did not include him in their Conference League squad. So the clash vs Noah this midweek will tell us nothing about his current injury status. Cole Palmer suffered a minor knee injury on Sunday, stemming from a nasty challenge from Lisandro Martinez in the score draw with Manchester … [Read more...] about Chelsea Team News vs Noah: Cole Palmer, Jadon Sancho
Coach Walz: Tim Walz Makes Pitch to NFC North, Big Ten Country
Of the four leading characters in the high-stakes, non-stop drama that is the 2024 U.S. presidential election, it is undoubtedly Tim Walz that has the best "big sports fan" vibes. His individual brand reflects his personal history, as Coach Walz. CNN political commentator Kristen Soltis Anderson, the week of the Democratic National Convention, may have said it best- "the … [Read more...] about Coach Walz: Tim Walz Makes Pitch to NFC North, Big Ten Country
Aston Villa FC Starting XI Prediction at Club Brugge (Champions League)
England dominates the UEFA Champions League standings right now, as places #1-#3 are occupied by English clubs. The overall top spot...Aston Villa themselves. This has got to give the side yet another layer of morale boost heading into the continental clash at Club Brugge. By the way, the fourth English club in UCL? It's Arsenal, and they're further down the table, although … [Read more...] about Aston Villa FC Starting XI Prediction at Club Brugge (Champions League)
Arsenal FC Starting XI Prediction at Inter Milan (Champions League)
The bad news for Arsenal FC is, obviously, the tough loss they suffered this past weekend at St. James Park. The good news is that they can very quickly invert the mood and the vibe, as the next fixture is nearly here already. Yes, Newcastle United, in the Premier League, is the past. Inter Milan in the Champions League, is the now. It's another trip to a very hostile … [Read more...] about Arsenal FC Starting XI Prediction at Inter Milan (Champions League)
Arsenal at Inter Milan Team News: Odegaard, Gabriel, White, Augusto
Martin Odegaard may finally be back to match fit, and if so, his long-awaited return could come Wednesday night at Inter Milan. The Gunners captain and Norwegian midfield maestro has been out of commission since suffering an ankle injury on international duty in September. Will Odegaard play? Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been pretty coy about his status for Wednesday … [Read more...] about Arsenal at Inter Milan Team News: Odegaard, Gabriel, White, Augusto
FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction at Red Star Belgrade (Champions League)
FC Barcelona are obviously heavily favored to beat Red Star Belgrade on Wednesday night, and for good reason. Barcelona are absolutely rolling right now, and they will look to keep their red hot form going in continental competition. Meanwhile Red Star Belgrade are way down near the bottom of the (expanded this year) UEFA Champions League standings. On paper this should be a … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction at Red Star Belgrade (Champions League)
FC Barcelona Team News at Red Star Belgrade: Ferran Torres, Eric Garcia
Ferran Torres missed FC Barcelona's win over Espanyol yesterday due to reasons that go beyond fitness/injury. While he was set to miss fifth straight game on Sunday, due to a hamstring injury, he had still been with the team on match day. That changed yesterday, and Barcelona manager Hansi Flick explained why. "I completely understand why Ferran Torres didn’t come to the … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Team News at Red Star Belgrade: Ferran Torres, Eric Garcia
Man City Starting XI Prediction at Sporting Lisbon (Champions League)
When Manchester City head to Sporting Lisbon tomorrow night, they'll do so with a squad that is really banged up at the back. With a significant amount of defenders out injured, it is pretty clear cut who manager Pep Guardiola will select in his first team for this match. Because he just doesn't have a lot of options, to be honest. … [Read more...] about Man City Starting XI Prediction at Sporting Lisbon (Champions League)
