Soccer

Subterms

    More stories

    • 313 Shares98 Views

      in Soccer

      Man City vs Man Utd LIVE RESULT: City STUNNED as Amad and Bruno score two in just TWO MINUTES to turn derby on its head

      by

      MANCHESTER UNITED scored two goals in just TWO MINUTES to STUN derby rivals Manchester City.Pep Guardiola’s side had been leading until the 89th-minute when a Matheus Nunes horror show saw City concede a penalty and Bruno Fernandes coolly strike home.But United weren’t finished there as Amad Diallo produced a wonderful touch to round Ederson and slot home a second goal.Follow all the action with our live blog below…Ruben Amorim on Amad DialloMan Utd boss Ruben Amorim on match-winner Amad Diallo.Amorim said to the BBC: “He is eager for more. When you do the right things you get your chances, you get goals, you get momentum. He has been really good for us. “I want to keep him under the radar so that he goes still more and more because I want Amada to do this ever game.”We know we have a quality team but not everyone has shown their quality at its best.”Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedMore from Bernardo SilvaCutting post-match interview with Sky Sports from Bernardo Silva, saying in the final minute Man City played like “under 15s”.The City midfielder said: “We deserved what happened. At this level a game or two is unlucky. We can’t say this is lucky or unlucky – 10 games it’s not about that.”Minute 87 in a derby, winning 1-0 and our corner ends in a penalty for them, if we make these stupid decisions with three or four minutes to go you deserve to pay for that. Looking at the game I think there was only one team that could win the game, but at the end we lost.”It’s not one game, it’s a lot of games lately. We have to look at ourselves. You can say oh t’s a bit unlucky, no. It’s the decisions you make. Today in the last minute we played like under-15s.”Copy linkCopiedHojlund trolls WalkerRasmus Hojlund has trolled Kyle Walker with this poetic Instagram post.The pair clashed earlier in the first half with Walker seemingly going down very easily after contact with Hojlund’s forehead…Copy linkCopiedBernardo Silva reactionMan City midfielder Bernardo Silva has been speaking to Sky Sports, and says City must be “more experienced and smarter” after their most recent collapse today.Silva said: “When it happens in 10 games, we have to look at ourselves and see what we can do better. There needs to be communication for us to play short or to keep the ball in the corner or something. “At least if the ball ends up with one of our midfielders, just put it in the corner. Not put yourself under pressure. It’s not just the pass from Matheus to the keeper. It’s everything, how the ball ends up from Ruben to Matheus and Kyle we have to do better. Be more experienced, smarter, at this level even if you’re better than the opponent. You deserve to lose the game.”It’s quite normal that we’re not very happy at the minute. Not just this game but the last month. We have to do better individually and collectively because it’s not the standards of Manchester City.”Copy linkCopiedRuben Amorim speaksMan Utd manager Ruben Amorim has been speaking to BBC, and hailed his team for their “deserved” win.Amorim said: “It was incredible. I think we deserved it. It was a very tough match but we believe until the end. We managed to score, we needed that win, it was important for us and for our fans.”We were in the game for 90 minutes and that is very good. We talk about the Arsenal game, we played well in the first half but they were not believing that we could win. Today was so much more different.”I also believe. Then we have Fergie time and we put the things together and something magic happened. It was a good day for us.”Copy linkCopiedPhil Foden reactionPhil Foden has been speaking to the BBC after the game, and has said City have to stick together through this time, with now one win in their last 11 games.Foden said: “Massively disappointed – game was in our hands. 1-0 up we were controlling the game. We had a lot of possession. Seems to be the story at the moment I don’t know what happens but we switch off and they score two goals. It keeps happening at the moment. We have to stick together now, rebuild and go again.”We’ve not been used to losing this amount of games in a short period. But sometimes you have to experience this in life, you can’t always win. When things go wrong they then seem to go worse. We have to stick together and regroup.”Copy linkCopiedBruno Fernandes speakingBruno Fernandes has been speaking with Sky Sports post-match alongside player of the match Amad Diallo.Fernandes said of Diallo: “He has been doing well, he has been doing great things and there is a still a lot to come from him.”He showed again today he is always alive. That is why he gets the penalty, why he gets the goal. He has been brilliant. When he is like this he is unstoppable.”I just want him to keep working, that is what he has been doing. It is great what he did today but I am sure he can do this every week. We want this week in, week out. He is now getting his chances, deservedly.”Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedMatch stats from the EtihadManchester City did not have a single shot on target in the second half – and they were made to pay by Amad’s mad late show.Copy linkCopiedFull time – Man City 1-2 Man UtdAn extraordinary end to the most ordinary of matches.Mundane and mistake-ridden for the most part, this Manchester derby was meandering towards a 1-0 home win until Amad Diallo stepped in.Capitalising on a catastrophic error from Matheus Nunes, the young winger first won a penalty that Bruno Fernandes dispatched, and then won the contest just seconds later with a moment of class and composure.United celebrate as Manchester is painted red this evening. For City, it’s another defeat that has Pep Guardiola scratching his head.Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-2 Man Utd90+5. Joshua Zirkzee wins possession and heads for the corner flag.That’s surely it now…Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-2 Man Utd90+4. There were just 54 seconds between the two Manchester United goals. Just astonishing.Manchester City win a corner and load the penalty area, but Grealish’s delivery is awful and is headed clear by the first man.It’s seconds now for United.Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-2 Man Utd90+2. We’re inside five minutes of stoppage time at the Etihad, and neither set of fans can believe what they have just witnessed.Neither can Pep Guardiola, who has never known the like.United throw on Victor Lindelof for the remainder as the likely matchwinner Amad makes way.Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-2 Man Utd90. An astonishing end to an awful game! Amad Diallo has surely won it for Manchester United right at the death!Not content with winning the penalty that has drawn his team level, the 22-year-old sets off on a darting run between Josko Gvardiol and Matheus Nunes that is met by a glorious pass from Lisandro Martinez.With Ederson bearing down on him, Amad lifts the ball over the goalkeeper with a delicate touch and then finishes first time from an acute angle.It’s absolutely incredible!Copy linkCopiedUNBELIEVABLE!Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-1 Man Utd89. So the Manchester derby is headed for a draw.Or is it…?Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-1 Man Utd88. There’s no mistake this time from Bruno Fernandes – the captain is spot on from 12 yards!He’s made to wait before taking it, but when Anthony Taylor blows his whistle, Fernandes plants the penalty to Ederson’s left as the City goalkeeper dives the wrong way.Manchester United have nicked a point right at the end.Copy linkCopiedEqualiser!Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-0 Man Utd85. A penalty to Manchester United!And it’s an absolute disaster for Matheus Nunes!The makeshift left-back leaves a backpass towards Ederson short, and that allows Amad to sneak in and collect.There’s still plenty for the United forward to do, but the panic has already set in among the hosts.In his desperation to get back and atone, Nunes clatters straight into Amad and gives Anthony Taylor little choice.The referee points to the spot, and with just minutes remaining, United have a chance to draw level.Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-0 Man Utd83. A half-chance for Mainoo, who finds himself in space to Martinez’s cross from the left.The substitute tries to lift it on towards the back stick, but doesn’t get enough pace on the ball to trouble the City goalkeeper or defence.Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-0 Man Utd81. Inside the final ten minutes now. It’s the perfect time for somebody to make themselves a local hero.But there’s been little courage on display, and many of these players are perhaps more concerned by not making the mistake that costs them the derby.Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-0 Man Utd79. Ruben rolls the dice.The new United gaffer sends on Joshua Zirkzee, Antony and Leny Yoro for Rasmus Hojlund, Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui.Copy linkCopied Man City 1-0 Man Utd77. Pep Guardiola makes his second switch of the game, introducing Jack Grealish into the contest. Jeremy Doku makes way.It doesn’t look as though that’s the end of the changes through with Ruben Amorim preparing a triple substitution.Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-0 Man Utd76. Is the game opening up?Foden finds room inside the United penalty area, and crosses to Kovacic. The substitute takes a loose touch, but it falls nicely into the path of Haaland on the turn.His shot is bravely blocked by Martinez.Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-0 Man Utd74. Bruno Fernandes! Big chance! Big miss!In a rare moment of invention, Rasmus Hojlund slips a ball through the City defence and into the path of his captain, who had timed his run perfectly.With just Ederson to beat, Fernandes dinked his shot over the sliding goalkeeper……and just wide of the far post.Was that United’s moment?!Copy linkCopiedMan City 1-0 Man Utd72. This may not be a great advert for the Premier League, but I bet some walking football clubs will be fielding phonecalls in the morning.Copy linkCopied More

    • 213 Shares197 Views

      in Soccer

      Premier League release statement as Man Utd are denied penalty after Ruben Dias’ challenge on Rasmus Hojlund

      by

      THE Premier League addressed Manchester United’s appeal for a penalty during the derby with arch rivals Manchester City.United ace Rasmus Hojlund went down inside the box during a challenge with City star Ruben Dias, who appeared to put his leg in front of the striker on 64 minutes at the Etihad.Man Utd’s Rasmus Hojlund went down during a challenge by Man City’s Ruben Dias inside the areaThe Premier League claimed there was ‘normal contact’However, referee Anthony Taylor waved play on and a VAR check agreed with him while the game was 1-0 in favour of the Citizens after Josko Gvardiol’s opener on 36 minutes.And the Prem released a statement also backing Taylor as they deemed there was “normal contact” between Dias and Hojlund.The statement read: “The referee’s call of no penalty for the challenge between Hojlund and Dias was checked and confirmed by VAR, deeming it was normal contact.”That led to a furious reaction from United fans who stormed social media during the game with Man City.Read More on Man UtdOne supporter tweeted: “Someone explain to me why that isn’t a penalty…?Another commented: “Normal contact in the box WTF.”A third wrote: “Normal contact is wrapping your leg around someone’s waist now.”Another fan said: “What does normal contact mean?? He tripped him.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWhile one stated: “Cool. So defender can take out attacker without getting near the ball.”However, that controversial call didn’t cost Man Utd as they managed to turn the game around in a dramatic comeback and win the Manchester derby with a score of 2-1.’It doesn’t look good’ – Roy Keane tips Marcus Rashford for Man Utd transfer exit after he is DROPPED for City clashThe Red Devils equalised just two minutes before full-time when Matheus Nunes gave the ball away to Amad Diallo and then fouled him inside the area before Bruno Fernandes scored from the spot.And the visitors turned the game on its head only two minutes later when a stunning ball from Lisandro Martinez found Amad who flicked it over Ederson and sealed the three points with a fine finish.Man Utd player ratings vs Man City as sensational Amad Diallo turns derby on its headAMAD DIALLO left Manchester City stunned as he turned the derby on its head.The flying winger won a penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, in the dying embers to level it up.But the best was yet to come as Amad flicked past an onrushing Ederson before expertly slotting in a dramatic winner from a tight angle deep into injury time.Here’s how SunSport’s Neil Custis rated the Man Utd players…Andre Onana – 6He just does not fill you with confidence. Does not command his area and as we found out midweek in Plzen, his distribution from the back is a major plus for the opposition.Wasn’t tested that much however.Lisandro Martinez – 7Looking a calmer presence under Amorim than he did before when he seemed to want to live up to his nickname from his Ajax days of ‘The Butcher of Amsterdam’.Great through ball at the end to pick out Amad’s run for the winner.Harry Maguire – 8Had a great battle with Erling Haaland which the United man won.The right call to bring the former captain in for such a big game. Looks like he suits the position in the centre of that back three.Matthijs de Ligt 78′ – 7A decent enough performance. Looked more comfortable alongside Maguire than other centre-back partners.Diogo Dalot – 5Mistimed his jump to be beaten to the ball by Josko Gvardiol for the City opener. Did not create enough going forward from his wing-back role.Bruno Fernandes – 8Missed a big chance after being put through by Hojlund and clipping the ball wide.But when the moment comes from the penalty spot he is a cool head in the hottest of atmospheres sending Ederson the wrong way to equaliseManuel Ugarte – 7Sat in front of the back four and negated much of what Phil Foden was trying to do for the home side.Noussair Mazraoui 78′ – 8The best of the summer buys. Used as the right wing back on this occasion and is able to adjust to whatever is asked of him. One of United’s bets performers on the day.Mason Mount 13′ – 6Looked very close to tears when he had to come off after early in the game. He is just getting no luck whatsoever with injuries and has not had a decent run since joining the club.Amad Diallo 90′ – 9The greatest moment of his career so far with a memorable derby winner. A brilliant run first of all to meet Martinez pass, he then clipped the ball past Edersonn and while it was a scuffed finish he got it on target.Had almost grabbed an equaliser with a flick header before that which was well saved by Ederson.Then was alert to Nunes back pass to win the penalty that did lead to United drawing level.Rasmus Hojlund 78′ – 6Most we saw of him was a head to head confrontation with Walker when the City player slumped to the ground and a little fall of his own when he tried to win a pen.But then he provided a great through ball for Fernandes which should have brought the equaliser.SubsKobbie Mainoo 13′ – 6Did a solid job as he came on ina deeper role than Mount and Fernandes moved forwardJoshua Zrikzee 78′ – 6Not the man who is going to come on and change a game, but he did well to hold onto possession in the closing seconds.Antony 78′ – 6Came on to try and make a difference but is lacking the confidence which a lack of starts brings.Leny Yoro 78′ – 6Continues to ease himself back to full fitness after that summer injury.Victor Lindelof 90′ – 6No time to have any influence on the game. More

    • 213 Shares98 Views

      in Soccer

      Man Utd scout Olympiacos wonderkid, 17, who’s already a European champion but face transfer battle for striker

      by

      MANCHESTER UNITED are scouting Olympiacos wonderkid Charalampos Kostoulas ahead of the January transfer window.Kostoulas, 17, is considered by many as the next big thing in Greek football after a stunning campaign with his club’s Under-19s last season and his current success with the senior squad.Manchester United are scouting Olympiacos wonderkid Charalampos KostoulasCredit: ReutersMan Utd sent scouts to watch Kostoulas during Olympiacos’ latest Europa League matchCredit: APSunSport can confirm that the striker’s impressive displays have led to interest from United who sent scouts to Piraeus to watch him in action against Twente in the Europa League last Thursday.Reports from Greece suggest Bayern Munich, Juventus, Fiorentina and Borussia Monchengladbach are also keeping tabs on the Greece Under-21 international.The same reports claim all the aforementioned clubs, bar Bayern, also sent representatives to watch the teenage sensation in action but SunSport can’t confirm at this time.Nevertheless, Olympiacos have big plans for their young star as they will offer him a new contract once he turns 18 in May after becoming a key member of Jose Luis Mendilibar’s squad – his current deal runs out in 2026.Read More on FootballAnd those close to Kostoulas, who counts two goals and an assist in 10 league matches, want him to remain focused and enjoy the holidays with his loved ones without getting distracted from the transfer rumour mill.The centre-forward put together a man-of-the-match performance during the goalless draw with Twente at Georgios Karaiskakis and even earned a penalty kick that Ayoub El Kaabi wasted.The versatile forward, who can lead the attack but also cover the wings and play behind the centre-forward, has already made history despite his young career.Kostoulas was part of Olympiacos’ reserve squad that won last season’s Uefa Youth League after beating AC Milan 3-0 in the final.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThat side also defeated the likes of Inter Milan, Lens and Bayern on their way to becoming the first ever Greek club to win a European title last April.The Under-19s completed that triumph one month before the seniors won the Europa Conference League by beating Fiorentina in the final that took place in Athens.Man Utd team-mates in furious on-pitch argument at final whistle after Red Devils scrape past Viktoria PlzenKostoulas was a focal point for Olympiacos’ young side as he registered five goals and two assists in eight appearances in the Youth LeagueThat led to Greek football chiefs awarding him as last season’s best young player in Greece’s second division, where Olympiacos’ B team compete.Kostoulas has stood along with fellow Youth League champion Christos Mouzakitis, who recently became the youngest ever ace to play for Greece in a competitive game at 17 years, 10 months and 23 days old.Man Utd have been investing a lot in young talent lately with the likes of Alejandro Garnacho, Kobbie Mainoo and Amad Diallo breaking into the starting line-up.Man Utd player ratings vs Man City as sensational Amad Diallo turns derby on its headAMAD DIALLO left Manchester City stunned as he turned the derby on its head.The flying winger won a penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, in the dying embers to level it up.But the best was yet to come as Amad flicked past an onrushing Ederson before expertly slotting in a dramatic winner from a tight angle deep into injury time.Here’s how SunSport’s Neil Custis rated the Man Utd players…Andre Onana – 6He just does not fill you with confidence. Does not command his area and as we found out midweek in Plzen, his distribution from the back is a major plus for the opposition.Wasn’t tested that much however.Lisandro Martinez – 7Looking a calmer presence under Amorim than he did before when he seemed to want to live up to his nickname from his Ajax days of ‘The Butcher of Amsterdam’.Great through ball at the end to pick out Amad’s run for the winner.Harry Maguire – 8Had a great battle with Erling Haaland which the United man won.The right call to bring the former captain in for such a big game. Looks like he suits the position in the centre of that back three.Matthijs de Ligt 78′ – 7A decent enough performance. Looked more comfortable alongside Maguire than other centre-back partners.Diogo Dalot – 5Mistimed his jump to be beaten to the ball by Josko Gvardiol for the City opener. Did not create enough going forward from his wing-back role.Bruno Fernandes – 8Missed a big chance after being put through by Hojlund and clipping the ball wide.But when the moment comes from the penalty spot he is a cool head in the hottest of atmospheres sending Ederson the wrong way to equaliseManuel Ugarte – 7Sat in front of the back four and negated much of what Phil Foden was trying to do for the home side.Noussair Mazraoui 78′ – 8The best of the summer buys. Used as the right wing back on this occasion and is able to adjust to whatever is asked of him. One of United’s bets performers on the day.Mason Mount 13′ – 6Looked very close to tears when he had to come off after early in the game. He is just getting no luck whatsoever with injuries and has not had a decent run since joining the club.Amad Diallo 90′ – 9The greatest moment of his career so far with a memorable derby winner. A brilliant run first of all to meet Martinez pass, he then clipped the ball past Edersonn and while it was a scuffed finish he got it on target.Had almost grabbed an equaliser with a flick header before that which was well saved by Ederson.Then was alert to Nunes back pass to win the penalty that did lead to United drawing level.Rasmus Hojlund 78′ – 6Most we saw of him was a head to head confrontation with Walker when the City player slumped to the ground and a little fall of his own when he tried to win a pen.But then he provided a great through ball for Fernandes which should have brought the equaliser.SubsKobbie Mainoo 13′ – 6Did a solid job as he came on ina deeper role than Mount and Fernandes moved forwardJoshua Zrikzee 78′ – 6Not the man who is going to come on and change a game, but he did well to hold onto possession in the closing seconds.Antony 78′ – 6Came on to try and make a difference but is lacking the confidence which a lack of starts brings.Leny Yoro 78′ – 6Continues to ease himself back to full fitness after that summer injury.Victor Lindelof 90′ – 6No time to have any influence on the game. More

    • 275 Shares177 Views

      in Soccer

      Roy Keane looks disgusted as he watches Kyle Walker dive and rages ‘I don’t know the guy and I’m embarrassed for him’

      by

      ROY KEANE watched on in disgust and said Kyle Walker should be “EMBARRASSED” for his theatrics against Manchester United.Walker’s City were leading United 1-0 in the Manchester derby when tensions flared minutes before the break.Roy Keane watching Kyle Walker’s ’embarrassing’ diveKeane fumed at Walker’s theatricsRasmus Hojlund and Walker were shown yellowWalker had fouled Hojlund off the ballThe England full-back, 34, was involved in a furious clash when he tripped up Man Utd striker Rasmus Hojlund.Hojlund, 21, reacted furiously to the challenge and immediately leapt up and sprinted to Walker – clashing with him forehead to forehead.After a couple of seconds, Walker threw himself to the ground despite minimal contact, clutching his face as Hojlund watched on in bemusement.It sparked a melee as Harry Maguire charged over to scream at Walker on the ground, before being jostled away by Erling Haaland.READ MORE ON MAN UTDSky Sports brilliantly replayed the moment to Keane during half-time and included a pop out screen to show the United legend’s reaction. Unsurprisingly the Irish hardman was less than impressed with Walker’s antics.Keane grimaced and said: “You don’t mind a bit of this, this is going to happen in the game. A bit of argy-bargy, of course.”But I look at it, he’s obviously been blocked but Walker, of course it’s a foul and a free-kick and Hojlund’s not happy, that’s fine. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”And he goes over, how can Walker… Walker must be embarrassed. He must be embarrassed to go down like that.”An experienced player, listen there is no contact. Look at this, I don’t know the guy and I’m embarrassed for him. It’s embarrassing.”Man Utd player ratings: Amad Diallo experiences greatest moment of his career but Diogo Dalot doesn’t do enough vs CityMicah Richards interjected: “He’s better than that.” Keane, who showed off his shaved hair cut in studio, responded: “Is he? Not so sure.” Both Hojlund and Walker were booked for the incident.United came into the game with Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho surprisingly DROPPED from the squad. And manager Ruben Amorim appeared to suggest it was down to performances on the training and match pitch.He said: “We try to evaluate everything training performance, game performances, engagement with team-mates, push their team-mates up.Look at this, I don’t know the guy and I’m embarrassed for him. It’s embarrassing.Roy Keane”Everything is on the line when we analyse and try to choose the players. It is my selection. Simple.“I don’t want to send a message it is simply an evaluation and they know it. The players are really, really smart.”Everybody understands my decision and I have to choose. It is simple selection.“Of course the context is difficult because we have to win games and we have a difficult situation now.Man Utd player ratings vs Man City as sensational Amad Diallo turns derby on its headAMAD DIALLO left Manchester City stunned as he turned the derby on its head.The flying winger won a penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, in the dying embers to level it up.But the best was yet to come as Amad flicked past an onrushing Ederson before expertly slotting in a dramatic winner from a tight angle deep into injury time.Here’s how SunSport’s Neil Custis rated the Man Utd players…Andre Onana – 6He just does not fill you with confidence. Does not command his area and as we found out midweek in Plzen, his distribution from the back is a major plus for the opposition.Wasn’t tested that much however.Lisandro Martinez – 7Looking a calmer presence under Amorim than he did before when he seemed to want to live up to his nickname from his Ajax days of ‘The Butcher of Amsterdam’.Great through ball at the end to pick out Amad’s run for the winner.Harry Maguire – 8Had a great battle with Erling Haaland which the United man won.The right call to bring the former captain in for such a big game. Looks like he suits the position in the centre of that back three.Matthijs de Ligt 78′ – 7A decent enough performance. Looked more comfortable alongside Maguire than other centre-back partners.Diogo Dalot – 5Mistimed his jump to be beaten to the ball by Josko Gvardiol for the City opener. Did not create enough going forward from his wing-back role.Bruno Fernandes – 8Missed a big chance after being put through by Hojlund and clipping the ball wide.But when the moment comes from the penalty spot he is a cool head in the hottest of atmospheres sending Ederson the wrong way to equaliseManuel Ugarte – 7Sat in front of the back four and negated much of what Phil Foden was trying to do for the home side.Noussair Mazraoui 78′ – 8The best of the summer buys. Used as the right wing back on this occasion and is able to adjust to whatever is asked of him. One of United’s bets performers on the day.Mason Mount 13′ – 6Looked very close to tears when he had to come off after early in the game. He is just getting no luck whatsoever with injuries and has not had a decent run since joining the club.Amad Diallo 90′ – 9The greatest moment of his career so far with a memorable derby winner. A brilliant run first of all to meet Martinez pass, he then clipped the ball past Edersonn and while it was a scuffed finish he got it on target.Had almost grabbed an equaliser with a flick header before that which was well saved by Ederson.Then was alert to Nunes back pass to win the penalty that did lead to United drawing level.Rasmus Hojlund 78′ – 6Most we saw of him was a head to head confrontation with Walker when the City player slumped to the ground and a little fall of his own when he tried to win a pen.But then he provided a great through ball for Fernandes which should have brought the equaliser.SubsKobbie Mainoo 13′ – 6Did a solid job as he came on ina deeper role than Mount and Fernandes moved forwardJoshua Zrikzee 78′ – 6Not the man who is going to come on and change a game, but he did well to hold onto possession in the closing seconds.Antony 78′ – 6Came on to try and make a difference but is lacking the confidence which a lack of starts brings.Leny Yoro 78′ – 6Continues to ease himself back to full fitness after that summer injury.Victor Lindelof 90′ – 6No time to have any influence on the game.”I pay attention to everything, the way you eat, the way you put your clothes to go to a game. Everything. I make my evaluation and then I decide.”United were then hit with further misery when Mason Mount hobbled off injured before 15 minutes. Josko Gvardiol had opened the scoring on 36 minutes – but United sensationally turned the game around.Amad Diallo won a penalty on 88 minutes – converted by Bruno Fernandes – before the forward scored the winner just moments later.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd rubbing salt into the wounds, Hojlund later posted a savage poem on Instagram after United’s come-from-behind victory.He wrote:  “Manchester is red. Violets are blue. What a brilliant performance. But the Oscar goes to…”Hojlund and Walker square up to each otherCredit: ReutersIt sparked a kick-off between the two teamsCredit: ReutersBoth players were bookedCredit: AlamyAmad Diallo turned the game aroundCredit: AFP More

    • 275 Shares157 Views

      in Soccer

      ‘It doesn’t look good’ – Roy Keane tips Marcus Rashford for Man Utd transfer exit after he is DROPPED for City clash

      by

      ROY KEANE reckons leaving Manchester United could be Marcus Rashford’s best option after his shock axing for today’s Etihad derby.Old Trafford legend Keane believes “it doesn’t look good” for the striker’s future and thinks his attitude is rightly being questioned.Marcus Rashford was axed for the derby, as was Alejandro GarnachoCredit: GettyRoy Keane believes Rashford being left out is ‘no surprise’Credit: X @SkySportsPLRashford and Alejandro Garnacho were omitted from Sunday’s clash at an equally-troubled City side.United boss Ruben Amorim insisted he was not “sending a message” with his selection.But Amorim did say: “We try to evaluate everything – training, performance, game performances, engagement with team-mates, push their team-mates up.”And considering all that, Keane claims Rashford being dropped should be “no surprise”.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHe told Sky Sports: “We need to see how they react to this big disappointment of being left out of the squad in a big game – a big call from the manager… he’s putting a marker down to these players.”I feel probably a move for Marcus definitely would suit the player.”He’s been at the club a long time, a new challenge (would be good).”The ex-midfield hardman also suggested the situation with Rashford, 27, has been brewing for months.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSKeane added: “Whatever the talent, at a big club if your attitude is not right and his certainly hasn’t been great recently…Sometimes it’s good to part ways.”The former Sunderland and Ipswich manager knows it will be a huge talking point to leave out a Mancunian in such a match.Ruben Amorim on shock Rashford, Garnacho exclusionsKeane said: ” It’s a setback for him. We’ve seen it coming. “We’ve been talking about Marcus for a year or two, the attitude, the off the field stuff, a couple of issues going in.”The other night in Europe when he came off, the body language on the bench, all these little signals.”You’ve got a new manager, new staff have come into the club. They’ll be picking up on all that stuff.”It will be a big talking point because he’s been involved in all the other games.”He (Amorim) has obviously seen something he doesn’t like, and he’s had a look at it.”He (Rashford) has probably had a clean slate since he’s come in but he (Amorim) obviously doesn’t like what he’s seen.”Man Utd player ratings vs Man City as sensational Amad Diallo turns derby on its headAMAD DIALLO left Manchester City stunned as he turned the derby on its head.The flying winger won a penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, in the dying embers to level it up.But the best was yet to come as Amad flicked past an onrushing Ederson before expertly slotting in a dramatic winner from a tight angle deep into injury time.Here’s how SunSport’s Neil Custis rated the Man Utd players…Andre Onana – 6He just does not fill you with confidence. Does not command his area and as we found out midweek in Plzen, his distribution from the back is a major plus for the opposition.Wasn’t tested that much however.Lisandro Martinez – 7Looking a calmer presence under Amorim than he did before when he seemed to want to live up to his nickname from his Ajax days of ‘The Butcher of Amsterdam’.Great through ball at the end to pick out Amad’s run for the winner.Harry Maguire – 8Had a great battle with Erling Haaland which the United man won.The right call to bring the former captain in for such a big game. Looks like he suits the position in the centre of that back three.Matthijs de Ligt 78′ – 7A decent enough performance. Looked more comfortable alongside Maguire than other centre-back partners.Diogo Dalot – 5Mistimed his jump to be beaten to the ball by Josko Gvardiol for the City opener. Did not create enough going forward from his wing-back role.Bruno Fernandes – 8Missed a big chance after being put through by Hojlund and clipping the ball wide.But when the moment comes from the penalty spot he is a cool head in the hottest of atmospheres sending Ederson the wrong way to equaliseManuel Ugarte – 7Sat in front of the back four and negated much of what Phil Foden was trying to do for the home side.Noussair Mazraoui 78′ – 8The best of the summer buys. Used as the right wing back on this occasion and is able to adjust to whatever is asked of him. One of United’s bets performers on the day.Mason Mount 13′ – 6Looked very close to tears when he had to come off after early in the game. He is just getting no luck whatsoever with injuries and has not had a decent run since joining the club.Amad Diallo 90′ – 9The greatest moment of his career so far with a memorable derby winner. A brilliant run first of all to meet Martinez pass, he then clipped the ball past Edersonn and while it was a scuffed finish he got it on target.Had almost grabbed an equaliser with a flick header before that which was well saved by Ederson.Then was alert to Nunes back pass to win the penalty that did lead to United drawing level.Rasmus Hojlund 78′ – 6Most we saw of him was a head to head confrontation with Walker when the City player slumped to the ground and a little fall of his own when he tried to win a pen.But then he provided a great through ball for Fernandes which should have brought the equaliser.SubsKobbie Mainoo 13′ – 6Did a solid job as he came on ina deeper role than Mount and Fernandes moved forwardJoshua Zrikzee 78′ – 6Not the man who is going to come on and change a game, but he did well to hold onto possession in the closing seconds.Antony 78′ – 6Came on to try and make a difference but is lacking the confidence which a lack of starts brings.Leny Yoro 78′ – 6Continues to ease himself back to full fitness after that summer injury.Victor Lindelof 90’ – 6No time to have any influence on the game.Josko Gvardiol had opened the scoring on 36 minutes of Sunday’s clash – but United sensationally turned the game around.Amad Diallo won a penalty on 88 minutes – converted by Bruno Fernandes – before the forward scored the winner just moments later.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd Rashford posted a message of support to Diallo and his team-mates from his home in Manchester.He posted: “Yesssssssss! Love it lads.” More

    • 238 Shares108 Views

      in Soccer

      Fuming Harry Maguire confronts Kyle Walker in huge row as Man Utd’s clash at Man City descends into chaos

      by

      THE Manchester derby descended into chaos after a coming together involving England team-mates Kyle Walker and Harry Maguire.The pair had a blazing row after Walker took a dramatic tumble to the ground after a clash with Rasmus Hojlund.Kyle Walker and Rasmus Hojlund clashed after a challengeCredit: ReutersWalker dropped to the floor acting as if he was hurtCredit: AFPHarry Maguire quickly intervened to have a go at his England team-mateCredit: GettyHe had to be held back by City playersCredit: GettyWalker caught Hojlund with a late challenge and the Danish striker quickly got to his feet to confront the Manchester City defender.The pair went face-to-face and pushed their heads into one another, causing Walker to throw himself to the floor.Maguire was far from happy with his playacting and quickly got involved.He stormed over to berate his England team-mate but was soon stopped in his tracks by Erling Haaland and Ederson.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThat sparked a huge melee between both sets of players with Maguire having to be held back.Gary Neville and Roy Keane both slammed Walker’s behaviour as “embarrassing” as there was minimal contact between him and Hojlund.Neville said during commentary: “I did this in a derby against McManaman many years ago and got sent off for it,’ Neville said. ‘It’s whether he’s made that rock of his head forward.”Walker’s pushed him over and tripped him. I’m not sure, no. It’s poor from Walker, the initial contact he doesn’t go down on. He’ll be a little bit embarrassed when he sees that back.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSKeane said at half-time: “You don’t mind a bit of this, this is going to happen in the game. A bit of argy-bargy, of course.”But I look at it, he’s obviously been blocked but Walker, of course it’s a foul and a free-kick and Hojlund’s not happy, that’s fine.Ruben Amorim on shock Rashford, Garnacho exclusions”And he goes over, how can Walker… Walker must be embarrassed. He must be embarrassedto go down like that.”An experienced player, listen there is no contact. Look at this, I don’t know the guy and I’m embarrassed for him. It’s embarrassing.”Both players were booked for their role in the incident with some fans claiming Walker was lucky to avoid a red card, given he went unpunished for his initial challenge.One fan said: “Should be sent off. That’s two yellows. The kick and the simulation.”Man Utd player ratings vs Man City as sensational Amad Diallo turns derby on its headAMAD DIALLO left Manchester City stunned as he turned the derby on its head.The flying winger won a penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, in the dying embers to level it up.But the best was yet to come as Amad flicked past an onrushing Ederson before expertly slotting in a dramatic winner from a tight angle deep into injury time.Here’s how SunSport’s Neil Custis rated the Man Utd players…Andre Onana – 6He just does not fill you with confidence. Does not command his area and as we found out midweek in Plzen, his distribution from the back is a major plus for the opposition.Wasn’t tested that much however.Lisandro Martinez – 7Looking a calmer presence under Amorim than he did before when he seemed to want to live up to his nickname from his Ajax days of ‘The Butcher of Amsterdam’.Great through ball at the end to pick out Amad’s run for the winner.Harry Maguire – 8Had a great battle with Erling Haaland which the United man won.The right call to bring the former captain in for such a big game. Looks like he suits the position in the centre of that back three.Matthijs de Ligt 78′ – 7A decent enough performance. Looked more comfortable alongside Maguire than other centre-back partners.Diogo Dalot – 5Mistimed his jump to be beaten to the ball by Josko Gvardiol for the City opener. Did not create enough going forward from his wing-back role.Bruno Fernandes – 8Missed a big chance after being put through by Hojlund and clipping the ball wide.But when the moment comes from the penalty spot he is a cool head in the hottest of atmospheres sending Ederson the wrong way to equaliseManuel Ugarte – 7Sat in front of the back four and negated much of what Phil Foden was trying to do for the home side.Noussair Mazraoui 78′ – 8The best of the summer buys. Used as the right wing back on this occasion and is able to adjust to whatever is asked of him. One of United’s bets performers on the day.Mason Mount 13′ – 6Looked very close to tears when he had to come off after early in the game. He is just getting no luck whatsoever with injuries and has not had a decent run since joining the club.Amad Diallo 90′ – 9The greatest moment of his career so far with a memorable derby winner. A brilliant run first of all to meet Martinez pass, he then clipped the ball past Edersonn and while it was a scuffed finish he got it on target.Had almost grabbed an equaliser with a flick header before that which was well saved by Ederson.Then was alert to Nunes back pass to win the penalty that did lead to United drawing level.Rasmus Hojlund 78′ – 6Most we saw of him was a head to head confrontation with Walker when the City player slumped to the ground and a little fall of his own when he tried to win a pen.But then he provided a great through ball for Fernandes which should have brought the equaliser.SubsKobbie Mainoo 13′ – 6Did a solid job as he came on ina deeper role than Mount and Fernandes moved forwardJoshua Zrikzee 78′ – 6Not the man who is going to come on and change a game, but he did well to hold onto possession in the closing seconds.Antony 78′ – 6Came on to try and make a difference but is lacking the confidence which a lack of starts brings.Leny Yoro 78′ – 6Continues to ease himself back to full fitness after that summer injury.Victor Lindelof 90’ – 6No time to have any influence on the game.Another added: “Should be a yellow for the foul and another yellow for the dive. Refs never have the bottle to make a decision like that though.”And a third wrote: “That should be a straight red for simulation. Best way to get that c*** out of the game.”READ MORE SUN STORIESHojlund later posted a savage poem on Instagram after United’s come-from-behind victory. He wrote:  “Manchester is red. Violets are blue. What a brilliant performance. But the Oscar goes to…” More

    • 200 Shares157 Views

      in Soccer

      Man Utd in row with Arsenal as they ‘complain about FA Cup third-round tie fan allocation’

      by

      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly embroiled in a row with Arsenal over their FA Cup ticket allocation.The two clubs are set to meet in the third round on Sunday January 12.Man Utd have contacted the FA over a dispute with ArsenalCredit: GettyUnder FA rules the away side is granted 15 per cent of the ticket allocation, meaning there could be 9,000 Red Devils packed inside the Emirates, which is a 60,000-capacity stadium.But United have been given just under 8000 tickets according to the Daily Mail, which is not acceptable for club officials.As a result, they have raised the issue with the FA with the aim of getting their full allocation.United reportedly raised concerns with Arsenal and gave them time to address the issue, but a solution has not been reached.READ MORE ON MAN UTDSources at the club are said to feel that the match being brought forward to 3pm should avoid any crowd problems.The Red Devils have even had to delay placing their tickets up for sale, which was initially scheduled to take place on December 13.They blamed Arsenal for the delay in a statement which read: “Arsenal have not provided us with the relevant information required to open applications as planned at 8am tomorrow for our away game in the FA Cup.”We’ll update here as and when this is received and will also add updates to our game information on the ticketing website.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSArsenal v Man Utd FA Cup historyAFTER drawing each other in the third round of the FA Cup, it will be the 17th time Arsenal and Manchester United have faced off in the competition.They previously met in the 1997 and 2005 finals, both won by Arsenal.The last match came in 2019, which was won by United.Overall Arsenal have six wins while United have eight, while they share two draws.United’s tally of 22 goals is also superior to Arsenal’s 20 in these games.Wayne Rooney is the top scorer in the fixture, with three of his goals against the North London side coming in the FA Cup.Bukayo Saka leads Arsenal’s tally at the moment with six goals, though these have all been in the Premier League.United’s trip to the Emirates is the biggest tie of the third round and is a baptism of fire for Ruben Amorim, who will be managing his first game in the competition.The two clubs have a lengthy history in a tournament and this will be their 17th meeting.Arsenal’s SET-PIECE COACH gets very own mural outside Emirates Stadium as fans say ‘this is just tragic… game’s gone’Two of those matches came in the final, with the Gunners coming out on top on both occasions, in 1979 and 2005. More

    • 263 Shares98 Views

      in Soccer

      Amorim fires bizarre warning to Man Utd stars as he tells them he watches everything including the way they GET DRESSED

      by

      RUBEN AMORIM has bizarrely revealed that he watches the way his Manchester United squad gets DRESSED.The new Red Devils manager has endured a difficult start to his tenure at Old Trafford.Ruben Amorim has missed a bizarre warning to his playersCredit: GettyThe former Sporting Lisbon boss has won two from two in the Europa League to match the records of Sir Alex Ferguson and Sir Matt Busby.But Amorim, 39, has tasted victory just once in the Premier League since he replaced the sacked Erik ten Hag.And he shocked fans by DROPPING both Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho from the matchday squad for Sunday’s crunch Manchester derby vs Man City.Explaining his decision in an interview with Sky Sports, Amorim was quick to warn his stars that him and his staff are watching “everything” – from how they get dressed to what they eat.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHe said: “We try to evaluate everything training performance, game performances, engagement with team-mates, push their team-mates up.”Everything is on the line when we analyse and try to choose the players. It is my selection. Simple.”I don’t want to send a message it is simply an evaluation and they know it.”The players are really, really smart. Everybody understands my decision and I have to choose. It is simple selection.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Of course the context is difficult because we have to win games and we have a difficult situation now.”I pay attention to everything, the way you eat, the way you put your clothes to go to a game. Everything. I make my evaluation and then I decide.Roy Keane fumes at ’embarrassing’ Kyle Walker dive during Man City’s clash against Man UtdMan Utd player ratings vs Man City as sensational Amad Diallo turns derby on its headAMAD DIALLO left Manchester City stunned as he turned the derby on its head.The flying winger won a penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, in the dying embers to level it up.But the best was yet to come as Amad flicked past an onrushing Ederson before expertly slotting in a dramatic winner from a tight angle deep into injury time.Here’s how SunSport’s Neil Custis rated the Man Utd players…Andre Onana – 6He just does not fill you with confidence. Does not command his area and as we found out midweek in Plzen, his distribution from the back is a major plus for the opposition.Wasn’t tested that much however.Lisandro Martinez – 7Looking a calmer presence under Amorim than he did before when he seemed to want to live up to his nickname from his Ajax days of ‘The Butcher of Amsterdam’.Great through ball at the end to pick out Amad’s run for the winner.Harry Maguire – 8Had a great battle with Erling Haaland which the United man won.The right call to bring the former captain in for such a big game. Looks like he suits the position in the centre of that back three.Matthijs de Ligt 78′ – 7A decent enough performance. Looked more comfortable alongside Maguire than other centre-back partners.Diogo Dalot – 5Mistimed his jump to be beaten to the ball by Josko Gvardiol for the City opener. Did not create enough going forward from his wing-back role.Bruno Fernandes – 8Missed a big chance after being put through by Hojlund and clipping the ball wide.But when the moment comes from the penalty spot he is a cool head in the hottest of atmospheres sending Ederson the wrong way to equaliseManuel Ugarte – 7Sat in front of the back four and negated much of what Phil Foden was trying to do for the home side.Noussair Mazraoui 78′ – 8The best of the summer buys. Used as the right wing back on this occasion and is able to adjust to whatever is asked of him. One of United’s bets performers on the day.Mason Mount 13′ – 6Looked very close to tears when he had to come off after early in the game. He is just getting no luck whatsoever with injuries and has not had a decent run since joining the club.Amad Diallo 90′ – 9The greatest moment of his career so far with a memorable derby winner. A brilliant run first of all to meet Martinez pass, he then clipped the ball past Edersonn and while it was a scuffed finish he got it on target.Had almost grabbed an equaliser with a flick header before that which was well saved by Ederson.Then was alert to Nunes back pass to win the penalty that did lead to United drawing level.Rasmus Hojlund 78′ – 6Most we saw of him was a head to head confrontation with Walker when the City player slumped to the ground and a little fall of his own when he tried to win a pen.But then he provided a great through ball for Fernandes which should have brought the equaliser.SubsKobbie Mainoo 13′ – 6Did a solid job as he came on ina deeper role than Mount and Fernandes moved forwardJoshua Zrikzee 78′ – 6Not the man who is going to come on and change a game, but he did well to hold onto possession in the closing seconds.Antony 78′ – 6Came on to try and make a difference but is lacking the confidence which a lack of starts brings.Leny Yoro 78′ – 6Continues to ease himself back to full fitness after that summer injury.Victor Lindelof 90′ – 6No time to have any influence on the game.”There is a communication after the last training.”They are alright. They had training this morning and I was there. They trained really well.”Rashford was hauled off in Man Unted’s win over Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League on Thursday.Josko Gvardiol had opened the scoring on 36 minutes of Sunday’s derby – but United sensationally turned the game around.Amad Diallo won a penalty on 88 minutes – converted by Bruno Fernandes – before the forward scored the winner just moments later.And Rashford posted a message of support to Diallo and his team-mates from his home in Manchester.He posted: “Yesssssssss! Love it lads.” More