Henderson should start at the Euros, says ex-England ‘keeper

Manchester United star Dean Henderson is “fearless” and he should start for England at this summer’s European Championships, according to David James. Gareth Southgate will announce his 26-man squad on Tuesday and Henderson is expected to be named as one of three goalkeepers alongside Jordan Pickford and Nick Pope. James, capped 53 times between 1997 […]

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Frank: Past play-off heartache can aid Brentford

Brentford boss Thomas Frank has suggested that their previous disappointment in the play-offs can help them in their second-leg against Bournemouth on Saturday. The Bees, beaten play-off finalists last season, trail 1-0 going into Saturday’s return leg on home turf. Frank said: “Everyone is fit, energised and ready, it’s almost like Christmas Eve. Brentford v […]

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Rodgers ‘optimistic’ Leicester can capitalise if Liverpool, Chelsea slip-up

Brendan Rodgers has insisted that Leicester City’s Champions League hopes are “not over” as they have to ready to capitalise on Liverpool or Chelsea dropping points. The Foxes have slipped to fifth in the Premier League this week after Liverpool overhauled them on Wednesday. They are level on points with last season’s champions and one […]

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Moyes ‘hopeful’ that West Ham can keep Lingard

David Moyes is “hopeful” that West Ham will be able to keep Jesse Lingard, but he concedes that it will be up to Manchester United whether he does. Around 10,000 Hammers supporters will be present when Moyes’ side face Southampton on Sunday looking for the point they need to finish sixth. It has been a […]

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Sir Alex heaps praise on ‘fantastic’ Man United star

Sir Alex Ferguson has suggested that Bruno Fernandes has qualities that Manchester United have missed in attacking areas. Fernandes was a long-term target for the Red Devils before he did eventually join them in January 2020. He signed for them from Sporting Lisbon for an initial fee of around £47m. The midfielder was in fine […]

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Ancelotti: James has not been distracted by Copa America

Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti insists James Rodriguez has not been distracted by this summer’s Copa America after a disappointing end to the campaign. The Colombia playmaker missed Wednesday’s game against Wolves due to “fatigue” and has made just 26 appearances in his first season after being troubled by a calf injury which will keep him […]

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Tuchel: Chelsea securing top four avoids extra pressure on CL final

Thomas Tuchel has insisted that he is keen for Chelsea to secure their spot in the top four to ensure that there is no added pressure on the Champions League final. Chelsea will qualify for next term’s Champions League with a win at Aston Villa in Sunday’s Premier League finale, which would achieve the Blues’ […]

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Parker says Fulham ‘never let anyone down’ this season

Scott Parker wants Fulham fans to get behind a team he insists has “never let anyone down through lack of effort” despite their relegation from the Premier League. Craven Cottage will welcome up to 2,000 supporters on Sunday for the visit of Newcastle, which was heralded as a relegation showdown earlier in the season before […]

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‘It is normal’ – Mason plays down Kane’s comments on Spurs exit

Interim Spurs boss Ryan Mason has insisted that Harry Kane’s comments regarding his future are “normal” as no player wants to finish their career with regrets. Kane has been speaking about his future this week after reportedly telling the club he wants to leave, and made a range of pointed statements which affirmed the notion […]

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‘Excited’ Potter claims Spurs job ‘nothing I have considered’

Brighton boss Graham Potter insists taking over at Tottenham is “nothing I have considered”. Potter remains among the favourites to become the permanent successor to Jose Mourinho at Premier League rivals Spurs. But the 46-year-old, who has received widespread praise for Albion’s slick style of play, says he is fully committed to his current club […]

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