Messi wins UEFA's Goal of the Season award for stunning free-kick against Liverpool

The Barcelona talisman has won the accolade for his trademark set-piece against the Reds in the Champions League semi-final first leg on May 1 Lionel Messi has been awarded UEFA’s Goal of the Season award for his superb 30-yard free-kick against Liverpool at Camp Nou last season. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner scored twice in…

Emery hints Pepe, Lacazette will not feature for Arsenal against Newcastle

Gunners fans may have to wait to see the club’s record signing in the starting XI, as the Spanish boss suggests he is not fit enough to start Unai Emery has hinted that new Arsenal signing Nicolas Pepe and striker Alexandre Lacazette are unlikely to start their Premier League opener against Newcastle United on Sunday….

‘Kick him in training!’ – Giggs wants Pogba treated like Ronaldo as Man Utd exit talk rages

The Red Devils legend believes tough treatment will bring the World Cup winner in line as his Old Trafford future remains unclear Paul Pogba continues to see his future at Manchester United called into question, and Ryan Giggs believes he knows how to bring the Frenchman back in line – kick him in training. Speculation…

My calves are fine! – The 'other' Alison Becker teases Liverpool fans with injury update

American actress Alison Becker teased Liverpool fans with an ‘injury update’ regarding her almost namesake Liverpool fans desperate for good news on goalkeeper Alisson’s injury had their wish granted on Twitter – or so they might have thought. American actress and writer Alison Becker sent social media into a spin when, amid a torrent of…

Chelsea won't regret David Luiz sale – Arsenal legend Petit

The Brazilian defender boasts a wealth of experience but won’t be missed by the Blues, according to the World Cup winner Chelsea will not regret selling David Luiz to London rivals Arsenal, according to Gunners legend Emmanuel Petit. The Brazilian joined the north London club on deadline day for £8 million ($9.7m) after the defender…

'Egotist' Ronaldo not a worthy successor to Beckham at Man Utd, says Forlan

The former Red Devils forward was less than impressed with the attitude of the Portuguese superstar during their days as team-mates at Old Trafford Click Here: true religion jean short Cristiano Ronaldo was “an egotist” in the Manchester United dressing room who “always wanted to be near a mirror”, according to Uruguay legend Diego Forlan. Furthermore,…

'Exemplary professional' Sanchez will get back to his best at Inter, says former Udinese team-mate Di Natale

The Serie A legend thinks the Chilean and former Manchester United team-mate Romelu Lukaku can build a frightening partnership at San Siro Alexis Sanchez is an ‘exemplary professional’ and will rediscover his top form at Inter, according to former team-mate Antonio Di Natale. The Chile international could bring his Manchester United ordeal to an end…

Betis coach Rubi hoping Messi catches a cold ahead of Barcelona clash

The Argentine star is set to return from injury, much to his opposing manager’s despair ahead of their La Liga clash Real Betis coach Rubi has joked he hopes Barcelona star Lionel Messi comes down with a cold ahead of his expected return from injury in La Liga on Sunday.  Messi missed the Catalans’ season opener…