Ferdinand explains why Lingard is ‘going nowhere near Arsenal’

Rio Ferdinand thinks Arsenal fans would “rip the place apart” if they signed Manchester United winger Jesse Lingard in the summer transfer window. Lingard annoyed Gunners fans in January 2019 when he celebrated scoring their second goal in a 3-1 FA Cup victory by moonwalking before posting on social media that the Emirates Stadium was […]

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‘Game over’ – Rio writes off Liverpool in Champions League

Former Manchester United star Rio Ferdinand has written off Liverpool ahead of their Champions League second leg against Real Madrid. The Reds lost 3-1 to Zinedine Zidane’s side on Tuesday and have it all to do at Anfield in the return leg next week. Liverpool were 2-0 down after 36 minutes following goals from Vinicius Junior […]

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Rio urges Chelsea to make more of ‘fantastic’ star’s movement

Rio Ferdinand has urged Mason Mount’s Chelsea teammates to look earlier for the “immaculate” midfield star. Mount opened the scoring for the Blues with an “exquisite” turn and finish as Chelsea secured a 2-0 win over Porto in Seville. Mount received the ball from Jorginho on the edge of the Porto box, before turning brilliantly […]

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Rio blasts Van Gaal for selling three ‘good people’ at Man Utd

Rio Ferdinand thinks Louis van Gaal should’ve held on to Rafael, Javier Hernandez and Danny Welbeck instead of selling them during his time as Man Utd boss. Radamel Falcao came in as a replacement for Welbeck – who was sold to Arsenal in 2014 for £16m – but the Colombia international flopped at Old Trafford. […]

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Rio Ferdinand predicts where Liverpool will finish after thumping win over Arsenal

Rio Ferdinand predicts where Liverpool will finish after thumping win over Arsenal – originally posted on Sportslens.com Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand believes Liverpool have a strong chance of finishing in the top four after a stunning performance against Arsenal on Saturday. The Reds have struggled with their form since the turn of the year, […]

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Rio explains why he ‘feels sorry’ for Arteta and his Arsenal youngsters

Rio Ferdinand blames the experienced players at Arsenal for their terrible season with the former Manchester United defender expressing his sympathy for Mikel Arteta and his younger players. A brace from substitute Diogo Jota either side of a Mohamed Salah strike saw Liverpool ease past the Gunners on Saturday evening with a comfy 3-0 win. It […]

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‘No chance’: Rio Ferdinand believes key Manchester United star won’t stay next season

‘No chance’: Rio Ferdinand believes key Manchester United star won’t stay next season – originally posted on Sportslens.com Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand believes goalkeeper David de Gea could push for a new challenge away from the Red Devils if he plays second fiddle to Dean Henderson for the rest of the campaign. The Spaniard […]

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Ferdinand, Ole pick out one Man Utd man for special praise

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Rio Ferdinand were unanimous in their praise of Mason Greenwood on Sunday as Man Utd came from behind to beat Brighton 2-1. The Seagulls took the lead through Danny Welbeck in the first half but second-half strikes from Marcus Rashford and Greenwood saw the Red Devils turn the match on its head. […]

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Ferdinand recalls how Aguero left him feeling ‘floored and devastated’

Rio Ferdinand has reflected on how Sergio Aguero made him feel “distraught and devastated” during his time as a player for Manchester United. Aguero joined Man City in 2011 for around £35m from Atletico Madrid. He shone for his new club in 2011/12 as he netted 30 times from his 48 outings in all competitions. […]

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Rio would ‘take’ Lampard over Gerrard and Scholes

Rio Ferdinand says he would choose Frank Lampard over Paul Scholes and Steven Gerrard if he had the chance to select one of the trio as a manager. Ferdinand played with all three at either club or international level, but plumped for Lampard due to his goals and assists record, while paying tribute to both […]

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