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RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-21-2019
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EPL: Arteta fires strong warning to Arsenal players during unveiling
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New Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has warned that any player who doesn’t buy into his philosophy, will be considered “not good enough” to represent the club.
Arteta stated this during his official unveiling on Friday.
Ahead of his appointment, senior members of the Arsenal squad voiced concern that the Spaniard wasn’t experienced enough.
Captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang hass been linked with a January move away from the Emirates, along some of his team-mates.
Arteta didn’t name names in his press conference, but did send a message to the players.
“I want to do things my way by convincing them that this is the right way. I want people who are comfortable with what I’m asking them to do,” said Arteta.
“I want people who deliver passion and energy to the football club. Anybody who doesn’t buy into it is not good enough for this club and culture.
“I need to understand how they’re feeling, what they’re lacking. If I reach that point I can help them, they will trust me and follow me.”
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-21-2019
Tottenham vs Chelsea: What Mourinho said about Premier League clash
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Tottenham Hotspur manager, Jose Mourinho has stated categorically that he is ‘100% Tottenham’ ahead of his side’s Premier League clash with Frank Lampard’s Chelsea this weekend.
Mourinho, a former Chelsea manager, said he is going to give everything to Spurs and forget about his old club, Chelsea on Sunday.
Mourinho’s men head to the game following a 2-1 victory over Wolves in their last Premier League encounter.
Speaking at his pre-match press conference on Friday, Mourinho was quoted by Football London as saying: “For me, it’s a game. I am 100% Tottenham, 100% my club always, all my career.
“No space at all for my previous clubs. I gave everything to all of them, my previously. Everything. I kept nothing from them. I gave everything but they are my previous clubs. I give everything to my club – my club is Tottenham.
“For me, it’s so easy for me to play that game. Difficult because of Chelsea’s quality but not difficult from an emotional point of view. Not difficult at all. Easy.”
The kick-off time for the match is 5:30pm.
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-21-2019
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EPL: Unai Emery breaks silence on Arsenal replacing him with Arteta
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Former Arsenal manager, Unai Emery, has spoken about the club’s decision to replace him with Mikel Arteta.
The 48-year-old was sacked last month, after an 18-month spell in charge ended with a seven-game winless run.
Manchester City assistant boss Arteta was announced as the new Gunners boss on Friday.
Emery, speaking to BBC Sport, insists the Gunners are making “a good decision” by appointing his compatriot.
“He really is prepared to make that next jump.
“He has been at Arsenal before, he’s been in the Premier League and he has been working with Pep Guardiola. I do believe this is a good decision and I would also like it to be a good decision,” Emery said.
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-21-2019
Everton announces Carlo Ancelotti as new manager
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English Premiership side, Everton has confirmed Italian Carlo Ancelotti as the Club new manager.
Marcel Brands, Everton’s Director of Football, said: “Following a rigorous process conducted by all of our Directors, it is a pleasure to now welcome Carlo Ancelotti to Everton. He is one of the finest managers in world football and a proven winner, having achieved a remarkable level of success in each of Europe’s major leagues.
Quote:“He is the perfect appointment for us. He embraces our vision for the Club and we are sure that his enthusiasm to take the helm at Goodison together with his tactical abilities and well-renowned man-management will make him successful in this role.Ancelotti, who recently quit Napoli, will attend today’s Premier League match against Arsenal at Goodison as a spectator with the Club’s Owner and Chairman prior to meeting the players and taking up his new role from Sunday.
This was a clear and exciting decision for the Board to make. It was a unanimous choice and one we were all fully united behind throughout.
Carlo has proven time and again, he knows how to build a trophy-winning side and we share the excitement of our fans at the prospect of him leading our team in the years ahead. We’re all greatly looking forward to working with him.”
Ancelotti’s first match in the dugout will be the visit of Burnley to Goodison Park on Boxing Day, the club announced.
Quote:“This is a great club with a rich history and a very passionate fan base. There is a clear vision from the Owner and the Board to deliver success and trophies.
That is something that appeals to me as a manager and I am thrilled at the prospect of being able to work with everybody at the Club to help make that vision a reality.
“I have seen from the performances in the last two weeks that the players are capable of so much. The work Duncan has done is a great credit to him.
Strong organisation, strong discipline and the right motivation are some of the key ingredients in football and I’m pleased that he will be part of my backroom team moving forward,” Ancelotti said.
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RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-21-2019
Iwobi Suffers Injury In His First Game Against Former Club, Arsenal
Alex Iwobi's first appearance against Arsenal since leaving the club lasted only 10 minutes before he had to be taken off due to an apparent hamstring injury.
Recall that the Super Eagles star joined Everton under Marco Silva this campaign for a club record fee.
After ten minutes into the game against his former club, Iwobi was pictured holding his hamstring and was later forced off. He was replaced by Tosun, who goes up front alongside Calvert-Lewin, meaning Richarlison goes out wide.
But later in the game, Iwobi's early replacement Cenk Tosun was substituted by Ferguson for Moise Kean, who suffered the same fate last weekend when he was hauled off at Old Trafford after playing just 19 minutes.
The game ended in a goalless draw in the early kick off.
https://www.reportminds.com/2019/12/iwobi-suffers-injury-in-his-first-game.html?m=1
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-22-2019
Mane, Salah and Mahrez make final three contenders for 2019 African Player of the Year
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The final three contenders for 2019 African Player of the Year have been announced.
Liverpool superstars, Sadio Mane (Senegal) , Mohamed Salah (Egypt), Manchester City and Algeria attacker, Riyad Mahrez made the final three contenders for the award.
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The winner will be decided by votes from head coaches/technical directors and captains of the senior national teams. The winner will be announced at the CAF Awards in Egypt on January 7.
Mohamed Salah has won the African Player of the Year accolade for the past two years, but Sadio Mane is favourite to win the 2019 African Player of the Year.
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-22-2019
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Anthony Joshua Flirted With Rita Mahrez, Riyad Mahrez’s Wife Secretly In Club
READY TO RUMBLE Anthony Joshua enjoyed secret late-night flirtation with Man City ace Riyad Mahrez’s wife Rita
Model and singer Rita, 26, was seen with her hand on the world heavyweight champ’s knee at London club Tape on Friday.
And we can reveal she and Algeria skipper Riyad, 28 — dad to her two kids — have agreed a trial split, and are living 200 miles apart.
A clubgoer said: “Rita bumped into AJ on her way out and he invited her to join him at his table in VIP.
“Rita, who was with a female pal, clearly thought AJ was incredibly hot. They then spent much of the evening laughing and flirting.
“He didn’t have a clue who she was. He simply thought she was a pretty girl and enjoyed their chat.
"But when the club owner pointed out she was Riyad’s wife, AJ got a bit awkward, and totally backed away.
“He explained he didn’t want to step on any toes or cause a scene, and that he’d be stupid to be seen doing anything in public. They left with friends at 3am, but got into separate cars.”
Source: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/10603174/anthony-joshua-riyad-mahrez-wife-flirt/amp/
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-22-2019
Liverpool's Club World Cup Celebration In Qatar (Photos)
Liverpool needed a 99th minute strike from Roberto Firmino to beat Flamengo 1 vs 0 to lift the 2019 FIFA Club World Cup.
The game was stretched to the extra time after both sides failed to find the back of the net.
A pass from Mane to Frimino which the Brazilian calmly controlled in the box and unleashed a shot pass the goal keeper.
https://www.reportminds.com/2019/12/photos-from-liverpool-club-world-cup.html?m=1
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-23-2019
Ronaldo Dragged Online After Super Cup Loss. Pictures!
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-23-2019
Edinson Cavani Signs A 3-Year Contract With Atletico Madrid
EDINSON CAVANI has reportedly agreed a three-year contract to join Atletico Madrid.
The Uruguayan striker will be become a free agent when his deal at Paris Saint-Germain expires next summer.
Cavani has reached an agreement with Diego Simeone’s La Liga giants.
It still remains unclear whether the forward will move next month or whether the switch will occur in the summer.
Cavani is currently injured and looks unlikely to play again until 2020.
PSG‘s all-time leading scorer has figured in just eight Ligue 1 games this campaign and 11 in all competitions due to injury.
Source: https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/10608123/psg-atletico-madrid-edinson-cavani/amp/
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-23-2019
EPL: Redknapp blasts Mourinho after Chelsea’s 2-0 win over Tottenham
December 23, 2019
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Former Premier League star, Jamie Redknapp has criticised Tottenham Hotspur manager, Jose Mourinho for the tactics he used during Spurs’ 2-0 defeat against Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday.
Two goals from Willian gave Frank Lampard’s men all three points against Tottenham.
But Redknapp now believes that Mourinho got his team selection wrong for starting Moussa Sissoko and Eric Dier in the midfield against Chelsea.
“Frank selected a system that Tottenham could not handle, and that’s that,” Redknapp told the Daily Mail.
“When I saw Mourinho’s XI, what stood out to me was the midfield. Eric Dier and Moussa Sissoko started together and I did not think that would be enough to get control of the game.
“Mourinho had good players in Harry Winks and Tanguy Ndombele sitting on the bench.
“The Portuguese tried to fix it at half time, bringing on Christian Eriksen for Dier. But Chelsea imposed their game on Tottenham throughout.
“It was fast-paced, the young players showed their quality, Willian put on a masterclass, N’Golo Kante did what he does in midfield and Spurs had no answer.”
Mourinho’s men will now take on Brighton in their next Premier League fixture on December 26.
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-23-2019
Gary Neville reveals how Son should’ve kicked Rudiger without getting Red carded
December 23, 2019
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Former Manchester United star, Gary Neville has revealed what Tottenham forward, Son Heung-min would have done to Chelsea’s Antonio Rudiger without collecting a red card in their Premier League clash on Sunday.
Son was one of the villains of the piece on Sunday as Jose Mourinho’s Tottenham lost 2-0 at home to Chelsea.
Brazilian forward Willian opened the scoring on 12 minutes with a fine curling effort and scored his second goal from the penalty spot.
Son was sent off in the second half for kicking out at Rudiger after he did not win a free-kick after appearing to be felled by the German defender.
Head coach Jose Mourinho was not happy with the decision to send Son off and aimed a dig at Rudiger saying he hoped the German’s “broken ribs” were ok.
Neville told Sky Sports, “If you’re clever you can do it without making it look like you’re kicking out and extending your leg.
“You can do it, you can, you can just roll over and make it look not too bad, you can do it in a nice way!”
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-23-2019
Oliseh reveals why Lampard defeated Mourinho, singles out one Chelsea player
December 23, 2019
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Former Super Eagles manager, Sunday Oliseh, has said Chelsea defeated Tottenham 2-0, because Frank Lampard opted to put up “an exhibition of proactive football”.
Willian’s first-half brace saw the Blues take all three points on Sunday.
Oliseh, writing on his Twitter account, singled out the Brazilian for his fine display.
“Such a dominant exhibition of proactive football by Chelsea vs Tottenham, epitomized by this exceptional player in Willian.
“Tactically and all other forms, Chelsea players and staff were better in my opinion. Shame racism showed it’s ugly face once again. Bravo Chelsea,” he tweeted.
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-23-2019
EPL: Lampard fires back at Mourinho for saying he used Conte’s tactics
December 23, 2019
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Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard, has hit back at Jose Mourinho’s remarks, that he copied Antonio Conte’s tactics to beat Tottenham on Sunday.
The Blues won 2-0 thanks to a brace from Willian.
Lampard was unimpressed with Mourinho’s swipe at him and insisted his system is different to the one Conte used, when he was in charge at Stamford Bridge.
“No, it didn’t factor in at all,” Lampard told reporters in response to Mourinho’s accusation he copied Conte’s tactics.
“I don’t know if I want to go through all the players, but I’m sure half of them weren’t here [in Conte’s time].
“I know [Fikayo] Tomori wasn’t, [Mason] Mount wasn’t, [Tammy] Abraham wasn’t, and I’m not trying to clone anyone’s system.
“I think Conte’s system was an incredible one that won the league at Chelsea, but the way I play it and the message I give is different.
“It’s not as simple as if you play 3-4-3 you’re cloning somebody else, otherwise you’d all be cloning each other.
“It was more a question of “Can this system help us defensively and offensively against Tottenham and the way they play?”
“It was my choice to play it, not to do with whether players understand it. Having said that, the players took the plan on incredibly well as we all saw.”
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-23-2019
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EPL: John Terry mocks Mourinho, Tottenham after Chelsea’s 2-0 win
December 23, 2019
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Former Chelsea captain, John Terry, has mocked Jose Mourinho’s Tottenham Hotspur, following their 2-0 defeat on Sunday.
Willian scored twice in the first half, as Blues took all three points in the London Derby.
It was a much needed three points, after just one win in five matches for Terry’s former team mate, Frank Lampard.
“@chelseafc 3 point lane,” wrote Terry, beneath Chelsea’s Instagram post on the game.
“Some things never change”
The win consolidated Chelsea’s position in the top four, on a weekend Leicester, Manchester United and Arsenal all dropped points.
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-23-2019
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EPL: Guardiola speaks on leaving Manchester City
December 23, 2019
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Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola, has said that he will try staying at the club for next season before leaving the Etihad.
Guardiola’s contract runs out at the end of next season; and questions are constantly being asked whether the boss would consider extending his deal.
Speaking with the press on Monday ahead of City’s Premier League clash with Wolves, Guardiola said, “This is my fourth season, next season will be the fifth – I’ll try to stay next season.
“It is a long time. I have answered this question recently many times, I am incredibly good here. I have to see if I deserve a new contract…
“The level has increased a lot and expectations are higher and we have to see if we can handle it. It is not just up to me. Now we have a break with the family and prepare for Wolves and the rest. We have time to think about it in the future.”
Asked whether the vision he had when he started at Manchester City was coming to fruition, the Spaniard said, “It’s good. We’re working with the same people. Players change but I didn’t expect much.
“I was curious to see if we could survive in the Premier League but I came with my family, the friends are the same…
“I know people at the club, I know more about the competition than before. I tried to settle quick and do the job.”
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-23-2019
Tottenham v Chelsea: Mourinho reveals action against Son’s red card, blasts VAR operator
December 23, 2019
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Tottenham manager, José Mourinho, has confirmed that the club have appealed against Son Heung-min’s red card during their 2-0 defeat to Chelsea in the Premier League on Saturday.
Son was sent off in the second half after VAR ruled he kicked out at Cheleea defender Antonio Rüdiger.
At first, referee Anthony Taylor overlooked the incident but VAR checked it and deemed he was guilty of violent conduct, ending up with a red card.
Tottenham are now waiting for news from the Football Association to see whether he will be available for Boxing Day’s clash with Brighton.
“I hope Son is not punished five times,” Mourinho said, according to the Guardian UK.
“One time was the foul that Rüdiger did on him. The second is to be sent off. The third would be not to play against Brighton.
“The fourth not to play against Norwich and the fifth not to play against Southampton. So I hope to be punished twice is enough, he doesn’t deserve for the third the fourth or the fifth.
“Mr Paul Tierney decides yes and Mr Anthony Taylor who was in the game, in real time, five metres from the situation, Mr Taylor decided no.
“So who was refereeing the game? Not Mr Taylor. It was Mr Tierney. I think not a red card, VAR was to support football, to bring true football, to bring true to the spectacle and they did that with the penalty decision and they killed the game with Son’s decision. The situation with Son, I think Mr Tierney made it wrong. It’s the wrong call.
“This is England, this is the Premier League, this is the best competition in the world, with characteristics that if we change them we are killing the best league in the world. Mr Taylor had the feeling, he was there, he saw it clearly so I think it’s the wrong call.”
If Spurs are not successful in their appeal, the South Korean, will miss the game. If that is the case, Mourinho says his side will have to fight an “injustice.
“It would be a big loss,” the Portuguese said.
“We don’t have a big squad. We don’t have lots of players.
“This moment is a moment where it is normal to think about rotations and very difficult situations for players to play every game.
“We don’t have [Érik] Lamela and it’s a big loss for us. But if that happens then we have to try to cope with it and to fight against injustice. But the way to fight against injustice is to give our best and the boys that are going to play are going to try and get results in it.”
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-23-2019
La Liga: Highest goal scorers this season unveiled [See top 20]
December 23, 2019
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Following the conclusion of the Spanish La Liga Match Day 18 fixtures on Sunday, below are the highest goal scorers chasing the golden boot in the Spanish top-flight league.
Barcelona captain, Lionel Messi is currently the highest goal scorer in the La Liga with 13 goals after he scored a goal in his side’s 4-1 victory against Alaves over the weekend.
Real Madrid striker, Karim Benzema is in the second position with 12 goals after he failed to score in his side’s 0-0 draw against Athletic Bilbao on Sunday.
La Liga top scorers:
13 goals: Lionel Messi (Barcelona)
12 goals: Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)
10 goals: Luis Suarez (Barcelona)
8 goals: Lucas Perez (Alaves), Gerard Moreno (Villarreal), Loren Moron (Real Betis), Chimy Avila (Osasuna), Angel Rodriguez (Gatefe), Roger Martí (Levante).
7 goals: Antoine Griezmann (Barcelona), Willian Jose (Real Sociedad), Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad), Alvaro Morata (Atletico Madrid), Joselu (Alaves), Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo)
6 goals: Maxi Gomez (Valencia), Daniel Parejo (Valencia), Joaquín (Real Betis), Karl Toko Ekambi (Villareal), Ante Budimir(Mallorca)
The La Liga Match Day 19 fixtures will commence on January 3.
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-23-2019
Cristiano Ronaldo makes confession to Lukaku about Serie A
December 23, 2019
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Inter Milan striker, Romelu Lukaku has revealed that Juventus forward, Cristiano Ronaldo confessed to him that Serie A is the hardest defensive league in the world.
According to Lukaku, Ronaldo, who has played in England and Spain, believes the Italian top-flight league is the toughest place to score goals, than in the Premier League and La Liga.
“He told me this is the hardest defensive league in the world,” Lukaku told the New York Times.
“He said he’d scored goals everywhere, but this was the toughest place to do it.
“And if Cristiano Ronaldo thinks it’s difficult, then it must be really difficult.
“It is harder than England. The football is more intense there, but here everything is pattern of play.”
RE: SPORTS UPDATE - Edoman - 12-23-2019
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EPL: Highest goal scorers in Premier League [See top 19]
December 23, 2019
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Following the conclusion of the English Premier League, EPL, Match Day 18 fixtures on Sunday, below are the highest goal scorers chasing the golden boot in the English top-flight league.
Leicester City striker, Jamie Vardy is presently the highest goal scorer after he scored a goal in his side’s 3-1 defeat against Manchester City over the weekend to take his tally to 17 goals.
Chelsea’s Tammy Abraham has 11 goals after he failed to score in his side’s 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.
Premier League top scorers:
17 goals: Jamie Vardy (Leicester City).
11 goals: Tammy Abraham (Chelsea), Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Arsenal), Danny Ings (Southampton).
10 goals: Marcus Rashford (Man United).
9 goals: Sergio Aguero (Man City), Sadio Mane & Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), Teemu Pukki (Norwich), Harry Kane (Tottenham), Raheem Sterling (Man City).
7 goals: Raul Jimenez (Wolves), Chris Wood (Burnley), Neal Maupay (Brighton).
6 goals: Ashley Barnes (Burnley), Harry Wilson (Bournemouth), Gabriel Jesus & Kevin De Bruyne (Man City), Richarlison (Everton).
The Premier League Match Day 19 will resume on Boxing Day