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Much-improved Mudryk performance offers Chelsea fans glimpse of true potential

by Ben McAleer at Tuesday, Sep 19 2023 12:30
Much-improved Mudryk performance offers Chelsea fans glimpse of true potential Having persisted with a three-man defence in the opening weeks of the Premier League campaign, Mauricio Pochettino finally reverted to his bread-and-butter system in Chelsea's 0-0 draw at Bournemouth. While it was a lopsided 4-2-3-1 with Levi Colwill operating at left-back and Malo Gusto on the oppo...
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In Malo Gusto, Chelsea finally have sufficient wing-back cover for Reece James

by Ben McAleer at Friday, Sep 15 2023 14:55
In Malo Gusto, Chelsea finally have sufficient wing-back cover for Reece James When Reece James limped off in Chelsea's opening weekend 1-1 draw with Liverpool, Mauricio Pochettino suggested he was withdrawn due to tiredness rather than injury. A few days later, the Blues boss confirmed James had sustained a hamstring problem. It's a hamstring. It's not a few days, a few weeks...
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Why Scotland showings offer McTominay hope of reviving Man Utd career

by Ben McAleer at Sunday, Sep 10 2023 16:35
Why Scotland showings offer McTominay hope of reviving Man Utd career Familiar names lead the top scorer charts in Euro 2024 qualifying. Rasmus Hojlund, Romelu Lukaku and, er, Scott McTominay each sit on six goals apiece at the time of writing as they seek to help their respective nation book their spot at next summer's tournament in Germany. The former pair's inclusi...
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Man Utd stars feature in Euro 2024 qualifying team of the round

by Ben McAleer at Sunday, Sep 10 2023 09:50
Man Utd stars feature in Euro 2024 qualifying team of the round Manchester United and Tottenham fans will be pleased to see the Euro 2024 qualifying team of the round, with the Premier League pair represented in the XI following impressive showings by Sweden, Denmark, Scotland and Croatia. Elsewhere, Spain, Poland and Slovenia also have four players between them...
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Who is Antonio Nusa? The Norwegian star-in-the-making courted by Chelsea

by Ben McAleer at Friday, Sep 8 2023 15:22
Who is Antonio Nusa? The Norwegian star-in-the-making courted by Chelsea It took Antonio Nusa just 10 minutes to score on his Norway debut. The Lions eased to a 6-0 win over Jordan on Thursday evening, with the teenage winger taking no time at all to open his account for the national team. No wonder Chelsea sought to sign the winger on deadline day. Reports suggest the B...
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How Postecoglou will maximise Son's talent as Tottenham's Kane replacement

by Ben McAleer at Thursday, Sep 7 2023 14:35
How Postecoglou will maximise Son's talent as Tottenham's Kane replacement Son Heung-Min had only managed five shots in his opening three league outings this season ahead of Tottenham's trip to Burnley last weekend. Spurs have made a great start to the campaign under Ange Postecoglou, yet the attack wasn't clicking. That wasn't a surprise when you consider Harry Kane left ...
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Arsenal and Barcelona forwards among potential international debutants this month

by Ben McAleer at Wednesday, Sep 6 2023 09:00
Arsenal and Barcelona forwards among potential international debutants this month The first international break of the season is upon us, and with it; a number of players have received callups to their respective national team. Here we pick out 10 who will hope to win their first cap this month, with stars from Arsenal, Barcelona and Tottenham all featuring.Eddie Nketiah - Englan...
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Bissouma heads Tottenham trio in Premier League Team of the Month

by Ben McAleer at Tuesday, Sep 5 2023 12:25
Bissouma heads Tottenham trio in Premier League Team of the Month Tottenham dominate the Premier League team of the month for August having made a fine start under Ange Postecoglou, with three Spurs players making the cut. Brentford, Manchester City and Brighton all have two representatives each in the XI, while Fulham and Crystal Palace round off the side.Bernd L...
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Son leads Tottenham quartet in Premier League Team of the Week

by Ben McAleer at Monday, Sep 4 2023 10:40
Son leads Tottenham quartet in Premier League Team of the Week Tottenham are the dominant side in the Premier League team of the week following their resounding 5-2 win at Burnley on Saturday. Liverpool, West Ham, Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace, Everton, Brighton and Manchester City are also represented in the XI.Alisson (Liverpool) - 7.46Liverpool cruised t...
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Jude Bellingham and Real Madrid proving a match made in heaven

by Ben McAleer at Sunday, Sep 3 2023 11:30
Jude Bellingham and Real Madrid proving a match made in heaven In the grand re-opening of the Santiago Bernabeu, David Soria sought to spoil the party. Getafe made the short trip across the capital to take on their illustrious neighbours Real Madrid in what many expected to be a routine win for Los Blancos. However, Soria had other ideas. The 30-year-old made a...
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