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      Brighton confirm transfer of Celtic star Matt O’Riley for TWENTY TIMES what Scottish giants paid for Danish midfielder

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      BRIGHTON have completed the £30million signing of Matt O’Riley from Celtic.The midfielder signs for 20 times what the Scottish giants paid for him.Brighton have completed the £30million signing of Matt O’Riley from CelticCredit: X/ OfficialBHAFCO’Riley moves for 20 times the fee Celtic signed him from MK Dons for in 2022Credit: X/ OfficialBHAFCO’Riley has penned a five-year deal through to 2029 with the Seagulls after two years at Celtic.His arrival takes Brighton’s summer spending to £200million as their eighth signing.Fabian Hurzeler’s spending spree is set to continue this week too with the imminent arrival of Turkey international Ferdi Kadioglou.The O’Riley deal sees Celtic receive 20 times what they paid for O’Riley in 2022.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe signed from MK Dons for just £1.5million, having started his career with Fulham.During his time at Celtic Park, the 23-year-old scored 27 goals and provided 35 assists in 124 appearances.He has also won two caps for Denmark after switching his international allegiance from England.O’Riley played for the Three Lions at youth level after being born in London.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHowever, he is eligible for Denmark through his mum, but did miss out on a place in their Euro 2024 squad.He arrives at the Amex fresh from winning Celtic’s Player of the Year award last season as they won their third league title in a row.Emotional Matt O’Riley opens up on Celtic transfer exit as he leaves ‘family club’ for new challenge at BrightonAs for Brighton, the Seagulls have made a winning start to the campaign with two wins from two matches.Saturday’s late win over Manchester United leaves Hurzeler’s side second ahead of this weekend’s trip to Arsenal. More

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      EA FC 25 ratings leaked as Cole Palmer given one of the biggest upgrades in history but Marcus Rashford sees huge drop

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      COLE PALMER looks set to receive one of the biggest upgrades in Ultimate Team history on EA Sports FC 25.The official ratings have not been released yet but already plenty of trustworthy leaks have emerged as Marcus Rashford is set to drop.Cole Palmer is set to reap the benefits of his stunning debut campaign for ChelseaCredit: GettyThe England ace will likely enjoy one of the biggest upgrades in Ultimate Team historyCredit: Credit: DonkTradingIt appears as though Chelsea and England ace Palmer will be getting his rating bumped up enormously after a breakthrough Prem debut season.The leaked ratings come from X user DonkTrading, who is known for serving his 500,000 followers reliable Fifa embargoed details each year.Last year, Palmer still had a silver card and was 66 rated.But the 22-year-old’s overall rating will leap 19 places to 85 – which will place him fourth on the list of the biggest updates in EA history.Most read in FootballAnd it makes sense too, after Palmer hit 25 goals in 45 appearances in all competitions last season – which nabbed him the PFA Young Player of the Year award.Palmer’s shooting will reportedly jump 19 points from a 66 to 82 rating, while his dribbling improves by 16 and his physicality by nine.Brazilian midfielder Doka Madureira leads the table with a growth of 27 points between 2015 and 2016, while Eden Hazard and Paul Pogba sit second and third respectively.Meanwhile Rashford’s rating is set to slump by four points – from 85 to 81 – which still leaves him with a gold coloured card.Most read in FootballRashford’s new alleged Fifa card shows the winger is set to slip by four overall pointsFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe Manchester United winger, 26, has marginally dropped in pace, shot accuracy, dribbling, defending and physicality.In fact, despite showing fans on his Instagram that he’s working on his physique earlier this year, Rashford will likely drop by 10 in this area – from 74 to 64. Top 10 highest-paid Premier League starsPalmer’s compatriot Jude Bellingham, who is this year’s cover star, has also received a tidy upgrade.The Real Madrid star has gone up four marks from 86 to 90 and been handed drastic increases to shooting and dribbling.His iconic armed stretched celebration from used in the El Clasico last season is being used as the featured picture, replacing Erling Haaland.Elsewhere, Kobbie Mainoo, 19, is set to receive a huge 15 point upgrade from 62 to 77 – which means he’ll go from bronze to gold.But 32-year-old fellow United midfielder Casemiro’s pace rating will likely drop by 25 after a dismal campaign.The next game in the EA FC franchise will be available worldwide on September 27.Changes to the Premier League for 2024/25NOTHING stays the same forever.And that includes the Premier League, which is making a number of tweaks this season.Team news will now be released 75 MINUTES before kick-off, 15 minutes earlier than had been the case before.Things could get crowded on the touchline, with the number of substitutes permitted to warm-up boosted from three players per team to FIVE.There’s also a change to how added time is calculated when a team scores a goal, an update to the ‘multiball’ system and the introduction of semi-automated offsides – but not straight away.Go here to read about all the changes to the Premier League for 2024/25. More

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      Man Utd outcast Jadon Sancho edges closer to Juventus transfer with ‘private jet scheduled to fly winger to Italy’

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      JADON SANCHO is edging closer to a move away from Manchester United.A private jet has reportedly been scheduled to fly the winger to Italy amid interest from Juventus.A private jet has reportedly been scheduled to fly Jadon Sancho to Italy ahead of a move to JuventusCredit: RexThe Serie A side have been strongly linked with a loan move for Sancho before the transfer window closes.According to the Manchester Evening News, United are prepared to sell the 24-year-old this summer.Erik ten Hag is said to be happy with his squad depth even if Sancho leaves the club.A permanent exit would also help the Red Devils’ profit and sustainability calculations.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, Juventus are only interested in a loan, according to Sky Sports News.The club have already made their stance clear to United, the report adds, as Sancho prepares to fly to Italy.Chelsea have also been linked with a move for the Englishmen before the window closes.Sancho has yet to play in the Premier League this season after being left out of the matchday squad for both fixtures so far.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe did travel with the team for Saturday’s loss to Brighton, though, but was not involved.It comes after he played seven minutes off the bench in the Community Shield.Did Mazraoui Just Solve Man Utd’s Attacking Problems? | Tactics ExposedSancho, who is out of contract in 2026, spent the second half of last season on loan at Borussia Dortmund.He re-joined the German club in January before going on to score three goals in 21 appearances.Manchester United are prepared to sell Sancho before the transfer window closesCredit: Reuters More

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      Supercomputer predicts final Premier League table as Chelsea shoot up SEVEN PLACES but awful news for Man Utd

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      A SUPERCOMPUTER has predicted the final Premier League table following Chelsea’s rampant 6-2 win at Wolves.But it’s awful news for Manchester United after they suffered a stoppage time 2-1 defeat to bogey team Brighton.Chelsea have shot up SEVEN places in the power rankings after Noni Madueke’s hat-trick inspired performanceCredit: GettyBut United were again beaten by Brighton during their second GameweekCredit: AFPThe Opta analyst’s power rankings are a global team ranking system which assigns an ability score to nearly 13,500 domestic football teams.Chelsea’s dominant victory saw them climb a shocking SEVEN places with a new world rating of 90.4.This means the AI boffins have them tipped to finish fourth, with the club currently sitting eighth after two games.Chelsea shrugged off their season opening defeat to Manchester City to award fans with a stunning second-half performance at the Molineux.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAnd their form could be set to continue as they face Crystal Palace, who have lost two-in-two, Bournemouth and West Ham in their next three games.But it’s nasty news for those at Old Trafford as the club dropped four places in the rankings with a rating of 88.9.Their last-gasp defeat to the Seagulls at the Amex left the AI convinced they will come seventh come May with 57 points.Erik ten Hag – who remained at United despite calls for him to be sacked – wanted to push on after winning the FA Cup after the club finished eighth, their lowest-ever finish in the Prem.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe supercomputer has United finishing below Newcastle and Spurs in fifth and sixth.The Toon enjoy a 89.7 rating, while Spurs are marginally lower at 89.2.Chelsea release new pink and black ‘punk-inspired’ third kit for 2024-25… but fans all reckon ‘Nike tick is drunk’However, the algorithm claims Champions League qualifiers Aston Villa will plummet before eventually finishing behind Ten Hag.Villa fell to a 2-0 home defeat to Arsenal on Saturday, who are predicted to miss out on the title for the third successive season.The result moved Unai Emery’s side down two places.Manchester City’s 100.0 rating remains intact, as Pep Guardiola stays top after their 4-1 thrashing of newly-promoted Ipswich.At the other end of the table, Southampton dropped seven places to finish bottom after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest.While Ipswich and Leicester make up the other relegation places.Chelsea ratings vs Wolves: Madueke and Palmer on fire as Blues run riot… but Mudryk has shockerNONI MADUEKE bagged himself a second-half hat-trick courtesy of Cole Palmer as Chelsea fired to a 6-2 victory away at Wolves.Palmer’s three assists and first half strike capped off a wonderful afternoon for the England ace and a game that at times resembled a basketball match.Here’s how SunSports’ Katherine Walsh rated the Blues stars…Robert Sanchez – 7/10Solid display. Held firm and kept Wolves at bay in the first half.Brilliant long ball distribution cross-pitch to Jackson who assisted Palmer’s goal and Chelsea’s second.Malo Gusto – 5Out of position for Matheus Cunha’s 26th minute equaliser and didn’t get forward enough.Failed to have an influence on the game after a quieter second 45 minutes from Wolves.Wesley Fofana – 6Had his back to goal for Wolves’ second equaliser before half-time.The ball had been guided in by a free-kick and Jorgen Strand-Larsen cleverly guided it home with his right foot.Levi Colwill – 6Not a particularly noticeable performance from the 21-year-old in a positive or negative sense.Suppose it was a solid showing but was also caught ball watching for Cunha’s goal.Pulled Cucurella away from the third brawl of the match.Marc Cucurella – 6Worked hard and found himself centre of multiple fights with Wolves players throughout the 90.Solid as ever, needing to be alert with Wolves lethal in the first half.Moises Caicedo – 6Quiet afternoon for the midfielder. Didn’t do much right or wrong.Enzo Fernandez – 7Often in the right place at the right time after clearing two Wolves’ attempts from inside the box.Battled to win the ball for Madueke’s third goal and frequently recovered possession for the visitors.Cole Palmer – 9A brilliant goal and THREE assists finished off a sensational performance from the No10 position.Somehow managed to outshine hat-trick scorer Madueke after providing all of his goals. His own notch came against the run of play just after receiving a yellow.Picked up the ball 20 yards from goal after a long Sanchez kick and lobbed Wolves keeper Jose Sa just when the visitors were hanging on.Mykhailo Mudryk – 4Enzo Marseca said he needed time and coaching to get his Chelsea career on track. But failed to make an impact against Wolves.Didn’t notice him being shipped off at half-time for former Wolves star Pedro Neto.Noni Madueke – 9The star man scored THREE in the second half after bagging against Servette on Thursday.Chelsea’s best player in the first half. The young winger has bundles of ability and energy.Looked lively and won several free-kicks in promising positions.Worth a note that he silenced the home fans who were heavily booing him throughout after his social media comments earlier today.Nicolas Jackson – 8Opened the scoring with a post header inside two minutes.But let himself down with silly antics while arguing with Cunha twice.Most non-penalty goals for Chelsea in the Premier League since the start of last season: 15.And assisted Palmer’s brilliant goal and Chelsea’s second.SUBSPedro Neto 7Put a shift in after coming on at half-time on his first return to the Molineux.Bagged himself an assist in the 80th minute.Joao Felix – 7Scored on his Chelsea 2023/24 debut after joining from Atletico Madrid for £42.6m.Combined with other new signing Neto for the goal.Christopher Nkunku – N/ARenato Veiga – N/AKiernan Dewsbury-Hall – N/A More

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      What is Marc Guiu’s goal celebration?

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      MARC Guiu is quickly emerging as one of football’s most exciting young talents.From his memorable debut at Barcelona to his high-profile move to Chelsea, his journey is one that fans and followers of the sport won’t want to miss.Marc Guiu is a rising football starCredit: AlamyWho is Marc Guiu?Marc Guiu Paz is a Spanish professional footballer born on January 4, 2006, in Granollers, Barcelona, Catalonia. He plays as a striker for Chelsea in the Premier League. Marc’s early football journey began at Penya Barcelonista Sant Celoni, a fan club of FC Barcelona, before joining Barcelona’s renowned La Masia academy in the 2013–14 season.His development at La Masia caught the attention of the senior team, leading to his call-up for pre-season matches in June 2023.read more on ChelseaHe made his unofficial debut for Barcelona in a friendly against Vissel Kobe.His competitive debut for Barcelona was memorable, as he scored the winning goal just 23 seconds after coming on as a substitute in a 1–0 La Liga victory over Athletic Bilbao.This made him the youngest and fastest debutant to score for Barcelona in the league.Following his impressive performances, Marc made his UEFA Champions League debut. Most read in FootballHis talent and potential were recognized by Chelsea, who signed him in July 2024 for a reported €6 million fee. Marc made his Premier League debut in August 2024 against Manchester City.On the international stage, Marc has represented Spain at various youth levels.What is Marc Guiu’s goal celebration?Marc Guiu’s goal celebration has garnered significant attention due to its unique connection to the popular anime Jujutsu Kaisen. After scoring, Marc mimics the signature move of the character Gojo Satoru by holding up two fingers on each hand.Marc isn’t the first player with Chelsea ties to showcase an anime-inspired celebration. Dominic Solanke, another anime enthusiast and former Chelsea player, has a celebration inspired by the character Kakashi Hatake from Naruto.He celebrated by briefly donning an orange mask similar to Kakashi’s. Dominic told BBC’s Football Focus: “A lot of my friends watch it, so they were pressurising me to watch it, and at first, I wasn’t really into it.”But then I watched Naruto first, and I just couldn’t stop watching it.”And Chelsea’s Cole Palmer also has a distinctive goal celebration, where he rubs his arms as though he’s chilly or cold.How many goals has Marc Guiu scored for Chelsea?As of August 2024, Marc Guiu has yet to score for Chelsea. He joined the club in July 2024 and debuted as a substitute in a Premier League match against Manchester City on August 18, 2024, ending in a 2-0 defeat.Marc has scored a total of 8 goals across his club career. READ MORE SUN STORIESDuring the 2023–24 season with Barcelona, he netted 6 goals in 17 appearances.For Barcelona’s senior team, he added 2 more goals in 7 appearances. More

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      Chelsea release new pink and black ‘punk-inspired’ third kit for 2024-25… but fans all reckon ‘Nike tick is drunk’

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      CHELSEA have channelled their inner Johnny Rotten after releasing a daring new black third kit inspired by 1970s punk rock.But fans mostly love the shirt but noticed the oddly shaped Nike tick, after the Blues thrashed Wolves 6-2 in the Premier League on Sunday.Chelsea stars Mykhailo Mudryk and Lucy Bronze model the new kitCredit: Instagram @chelseafcMoises Caicedo models the design which is based on the ‘punk rock’ explosion born in ChelseaCredit: Instagram @chelseafcThe anthracite grey and black shirt and shorts are complemented by illuminous pink and yellow trim.There is also a particular nod to the women’s game, with an upturned vertical Nike swoosh intended as a symbol celebrating its progress.The jersey also includes a fabric with ripped-up, clashing punk patterns, but the Stamford Bridge club have not confirmed a sponsor yet.Other changes see the Chelsea lion emblem coming in to replace the club’s traditional badge.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSNew women’s signing Lucy Bronze, who also wore a punk scarf, featured alongside Moises Caicedo and Chelsea flop Mykhailo Mudryk for the promo pictures.Chelsea have said the kit is based on the ‘punk rock explosion’ that was born in Chelsea five decades ago.A club statement said: “Born in Chelsea, punk was all about youth, trailblazing energy and standing out – being not like anybody else. It’s part of who we are.​”The West London outfit first introduced a black shirt as their away shirt in 2002/03 and have regularly featured the colour in kits ever since.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSIt was debuted by Chelsea Women in a pre-season fixture with Arsenal in the United States on Sunday.Fans both love and hate the shirt, with one saying: “The Nike tick is drunk.”Noni Madueke says ‘I’m sure Wolverhampton is a lovely town’ after Chelsea star’s accidental X-rated postA second wrote: “What the hell happened to that Nike logo?”Before another added: “Were Nike drunk when they made this Chelsea 3rd kit? Just can’t fathom why the tick is vertical?”But another X user declared: “Damn Nike cooked.”A fifth replied: “This unbelievable. I like it more than our other kits this year.”Fans were enraged with the new home shirt when it was released in June.The new home jersey takes the blue base, but features various swirls of lighter colours to replicate the effects of a paintbrush or oil spill.Chelsea ratings vs Wolves: Madueke and Palmer on fire as Blues run riot… but Mudryk has shockerNONI MADUEKE bagged himself a second-half hat-trick courtesy of Cole Palmer as Chelsea fired to a 6-2 victory away at Wolves.Palmer’s three assists and first half strike capped off a wonderful afternoon for the England ace and a game that at times resembled a basketball match.Here’s how SunSports’ Katherine Walsh rated the Blues stars…Robert Sanchez – 7/10Solid display. Held firm and kept Wolves at bay in the first half.Brilliant long ball distribution cross-pitch to Jackson who assisted Palmer’s goal and Chelsea’s second.Malo Gusto – 5Out of position for Matheus Cunha’s 26th minute equaliser and didn’t get forward enough.Failed to have an influence on the game after a quieter second 45 minutes from Wolves.Wesley Fofana – 6Had his back to goal for Wolves’ second equaliser before half-time.The ball had been guided in by a free-kick and Jorgen Strand-Larsen cleverly guided it home with his right foot.Levi Colwill – 6Not a particularly noticeable performance from the 21-year-old in a positive or negative sense.Suppose it was a solid showing but was also caught ball watching for Cunha’s goal.Pulled Cucurella away from the third brawl of the match.Marc Cucurella – 6Worked hard and found himself centre of multiple fights with Wolves players throughout the 90.Solid as ever, needing to be alert with Wolves lethal in the first half.Moises Caicedo – 6Quiet afternoon for the midfielder. Didn’t do much right or wrong.Enzo Fernandez – 7Often in the right place at the right time after clearing two Wolves’ attempts from inside the box.Battled to win the ball for Madueke’s third goal and frequently recovered possession for the visitors.Cole Palmer – 9A brilliant goal and THREE assists finished off a sensational performance from the No10 position.Somehow managed to outshine hat-trick scorer Madueke after providing all of his goals. His own notch came against the run of play just after receiving a yellow.Picked up the ball 20 yards from goal after a long Sanchez kick and lobbed Wolves keeper Jose Sa just when the visitors were hanging on.Mykhailo Mudryk – 4Enzo Marseca said he needed time and coaching to get his Chelsea career on track. But failed to make an impact against Wolves.Didn’t notice him being shipped off at half-time for former Wolves star Pedro Neto.Noni Madueke – 9The star man scored THREE in the second half after bagging against Servette on Thursday.Chelsea’s best player in the first half. The young winger has bundles of ability and energy.Looked lively and won several free-kicks in promising positions.Worth a note that he silenced the home fans who were heavily booing him throughout after his social media comments earlier today.Nicolas Jackson – 8Opened the scoring with a post header inside two minutes.But let himself down with silly antics while arguing with Cunha twice.Most non-penalty goals for Chelsea in the Premier League since the start of last season: 15.And assisted Palmer’s brilliant goal and Chelsea’s second.SUBSPedro Neto 7Put a shift in after coming on at half-time on his first return to the Molineux.Bagged himself an assist in the 80th minute.Joao Felix – 7Scored on his Chelsea 2023/24 debut after joining from Atletico Madrid for £42.6m.Combined with other new signing Neto for the goal.Christopher Nkunku – N/ARenato Veiga – N/AKiernan Dewsbury-Hall – N/A More

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      Arne Slot savages Jamie Carragher with six-word put down in brutal moment on live TV after Liverpool win

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      LIVERPOOL manager Arne Slot left club legend Jamie Carragher in stitches with a brutal comment following his Anfield debut.The Reds earned a 2-0 win over Brentford on Sunday thanks to goals from Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah.Arne Slot said: ‘Does anyone ever listen to him?’ while pointing at Jamie CarragherCredit: Sky SportsCarragher found it hilariousCredit: Sky SportsNew boss Slot was in high spirits at full-time and took a moment to poke fun at Carragher before being interviewed live on Sky Sports.While the ex-Liverpool defender was discussing his former team’s performance, presenter Kelly Cates chimed in to say: “I’m not even listening, Arne Slot’s here,” before reaching out to shake the Dutchman’s hand.Slot was then quick to joke: “Does anyone ever listen to him?”Carragher found it hilarious, as did fellow pundits Izzy Christiansen and Jamie Redknapp.Read More in FootballHe even shared the clip on social media with a caption that read: “Arne Slot just putting me away on his Anfield debut!!”Fans were quick to comment, with one person writing: “Arne is brilliant!”Another wrote: “Arne Slot my GOAT.”While a third said: “My manager!!!”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSlot was thrilled with his team’s performance at full-time.Asked what he thought during his post-match press conference, the Dutchman said: “Positive for many reasons.Arne Slot casually swears in middle of Liverpool press conference as fans say ‘I love him already’ “I think Brentford showed last week with their first goal, but in general also in their first game, that they can play out from the back really good.”They tried to do this here as well, sometimes it worked better than other moments but they are also really threatening on the counter-attack and they are obviously a big threat on set-pieces, and I think the only threat they had today was the set-piece where Alisson saved us in the second half.”It was also pleasing to see that from their set-piece we could score our first goal.” More

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      Watch Wan-Bissaka ‘turn into prime Cafu’ in first game after leaving Man Utd as fans joke he’s escaped ‘curse’

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      FOOTBALL fans were impressed with Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s West Ham debut following his summer move from Manchester United.The 26-year-old joined Julen Lopetegui’s side in a £15million transfer earlier this month.Aaron Wan-Bissaka impressed on his West Ham debutCredit: GettyFans said he was like ‘prime Cafu’Credit: GettyHe did not feature in last weekend’s Premier League opener against Aston Villa.But he came off the bench to make his West Ham debut against Crystal Palace on Saturday.Wan-Bissaka was introduced in the 62nd minute to replace Michail Antonio.And it took just five minutes for the right-back to have an impact on the match.Read More in FootballWan-Bissaka skipped past two Palace players before dribbling the ball deep into the opposition half and passing to Jarrod Bowen.The passage of play ended with Tomas Soucek firing the ball past Dean Henderson, putting West Ham 1-0 up.Fans praised Wan-Bissaka for his role in the goal, with one person likening him to legendary Brazilian full-back Cafu.They took to X to comment: “Aaron Wan-Bissaka turning into prime Cafu the moment he leaves Manchester United.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother wrote: “I’m never getting over that run from AWB.”A third said: “AWB is a beast! And a gent for not celebrating against his old side.”Did Mazraoui Just Solve Man Utd’s Attacking Problems? | Tactics ExposedWhile a fourth joked: “Wan-Bissaka lifting the curse of being a Man U player…”West Ham went on to win 2-0 thanks to goals from Soucek and Bowen.They next face Manchester City in the Premier League on Saturday. More