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Manchester United icon Rio Ferdinand has shared his forecast as Arsenal takes on Real Madrid in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final.  The Gunners’ hopes of winning the Premier League are nearly finished as Mikel Arteta’s team trails 13 points behind leaders Liverpool before their last six games of the season.  Arsenal is now focused entirely on securing the Champions League, with Arteta's team creating an excellent opportunity to make it to the semi-finals.  Two stunning free-kicks from Declan Rice and a goal from Mikel Merino resulted in Arsenal defeating Real Madrid 3-0 in the first leg as they travel to the Bernabeu on Wednesday.  Ferdinand remarked on his YouTube channel: “If Madrid gets the first goal and there’s about thirty minutes left… rah! My backside will be voicing for you all [Arsenal]!  “I believe Arsenal will advance, believe me.” I do. I believe it will be excessive. I believe Arsenal will advance. I believe they have excessive...

Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano asserts that he has “verified” that Man Utd “intends” to permit two players to depart in the summer transfer window.  The Red Devils are enduring a dismal season, with Ruben Amorim’s team now assured of being the worst Manchester United squad in Premier League history.  Man Utd is presently in 14th place in the Premier League and has no chance of earning a European spot from their league standing, having secured only ten victories throughout the season.  However, they have an opportunity to compete in the Champions League next season if they succeed in winning the Europa League against Man Utd, as they face Lyon in the second leg of their Europa League quarter-final on Thursday.  Once their outcome in that contest is determined, Man Utd can begin to prepare for the upcoming season with several players rumored to join Old Trafford, while others may depart.  Romano has disclosed that Manchester United has already reached a concl...

Jude Bellingham expressed confidence in Real Madrid’s ability to stage an incredible Champions League comeback against Arsenal on Wednesday night, referring to it as “a night destined for Real Madrid.”  Real Madrid were dismantled by an impressively efficient display from Arsenal last week, as Declan Rice scored two free kicks to give Arsenal a 2-0 lead before Mikel Merino sealed the deal.  Even with the challenging task ahead, the 20-year-old midfielder believes that his team can reverse the deficit at the Santiago Bernabéu and achieve a remarkable comeback.  "I mentioned to someone recently that it has felt like a strange atmosphere over the past few days." It's among the most disappointing outcomes we could envision when playing away, and for some reason, everyone believes it's certain that we'll return.  “I must admit, it feels rather pleasant.” It signifies a strong belief in our abilities. It signifies that you're in a nightclub that is one of a kind, th...

Unai Emery has urged his Aston Villa squad to achieve Champions League qualification once more after their exit from the tournament on Tuesday night.  On Tuesday night, Aston Villa was eliminated from the Champions League, even after a 3-2 win against Paris Saint-Germain at Villa Park.  Nuno Mendes’ last-minute goal in the first leg last week proved crucial, as Emery’s team rallied from a 2-0 deficit on the evening to defeat the French champions 3-2.  Villa exerted all their effort and beyond to resist and create a nail-biting conclusion for PSG – who eliminated the anticipated Premier League champions in the last round.  Villa's Champions League campaign was commendable, finishing in the league phase's top eight, which secured automatic qualification for the last 16, and they easily eliminated Club Brugge to arrange a match against Luis Enrique’s team.  Head coach Emery, energetic as always on the sideline throughout the match, highlighted the significance of s...

Barcelona almost gave us a massive Champions League meltdown at Borussia Dortmund in The Other Game of the night, and just when it appeared they had their act together, they pulled us back in. A persuasive 4-0 win at home last week put Hansi Flick’s team on the verge of the Champions League semifinals, yet they chose to complicate matters significantly against what is likely the weakest team remaining in the tournament.  Serhou Guirassy's penalty in the 11th minute likely didn't cause much concern for any Barcelona supporter, but his second goal just four minutes into the second half would have prompted fans of the La Liga powerhouse to start paying serious attention.  In just four minutes, the slight anxieties of a major breakdown vanished due to a Ramy Bensebaini own goal. We believed Barcelona would cruise through the remainder of the match with their opponents deflated, but Guirassy demonstrated that Dortmund wouldn't surrender with a powerful finish, benefiting from an...

If you had suggested to Aston Villa supporters a close, painful quarter-final loss to PSG in the Champions League in the spring of 2025 when Steven Gerrard was dismissed for his failures in October 2022 while the team was embroiled in a relegation struggle, they would have a) laughed, b) laughed again, and then c) yanked your arm out of its socket in an effort to secure the deal before the outrageous proposal was retracted.  Aston Villa left Europe, there should be little sorrow among fans who – precisely three years earlier – faced the prospect of four consecutive Premier League losses, including a 4-0 home loss to Spurs for which Gerrard deserved to be quickly dismissed, not merely for acquiring Philippe Coutinho and choosing Danny Ings.  The transition from that point to this one has been magnificent, so supporters should hold no lasting regret, understanding that we are in a golden era with a remarkable manager. They have reached the FA Cup semi-finals, competing for a Cha...

David Ornstein from The Athletic has mentioned two players that Liverpool intends to sign when the summer transfer window begins.  Arne Slot’s beginning as Reds manager couldn't have gone much better, as Liverpool is on track to claim their 20th English top-tier title.  Their 2-1 victory against West Ham on Sunday increased their advantage over second-placed Arsenal to 13 points, and it would require an extraordinary decline from Liverpool for the Gunners to re-enter the title race at this point.  Liverpool can now anticipate the summer and the players they will be signing following Mohamed Salah’s decision to extend his contract last week.  Virgil van Dijk is anticipated to join in the next few days, and Ornstein has disclosed a few names that might accompany the Liverpool captain and Salah at Anfield next season.  Ornstein informed NBC Sports on Sunday: “This summer is set to be extremely active with recruiting.”  “I believe they are considering Dean Hui...

  Jamie Carragher criticized one “absurd” Chelsea player for his contribution to the draw against Ipswich on Sunday and pointed out the “disconnect” that may lead to Enzo Maresca losing his position at Stamford Bridge.  Chelsea have only secured five victories out of their 16 Premier League matches and have fallen to sixth place in the league, missing out on Champions League qualification, following consecutive draws with Brentford and Ipswich.  Maresca’s team took 34 shots against Ipswich, the highest tally they've achieved under the Italian manager, and demonstrated resilience by coming back from two goals down to earn a draw.  However, the Blues supporters expressed their annoyance during the match, after which Maresca held them responsible for affecting his players and causing them to “alter the strategy.”  Carragher highlighted Ben Johnson’s goal, the second in the match, for examination on Monday Night Football to demonstrate that “there is no connection” ...

Man Utd may need to retain Andre Onana as their top goalkeeper for another year since expectations of “a profit are nearly non-existent.”  The Red Devils have endured a season to dismiss as their 4-1 loss to Newcastle on Sunday places Man Utd at 14th in the Premier League standings, beneath David Moyes’ Everton.  A player who has been notably underperforming lately is Onana, leading Ruben Amorim to exclude the Cameroon international from the team to confront the Magpies over the weekend.  That occurred after Onana made mistakes leading to both Lyon goals during Man Utd's 2-2 draw with the French team in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final.  Justifying his choice to leave Onana out, Amorim said to Sky Sports on Sunday: “Certainly, it’s important to consider the context.” It is a common occurrence. At times, you need to encourage the player to rejoin the game, while other times, it's necessary to allow him to take a break.  "Tomorrow, he is schedule...

It is difficult to criticize Arsenal and Mikel Arteta for focusing on their Champions League quarter-final second leg against Real Madrid. Their initial leg win was among the most unforgettable evenings the Emirates Stadium has ever seen, highlighted by a stunning brace of free-kicks from Declan Rice.  Rice and Bukayo Saka both hobbled off against the current European champions with the victory secured, and the latter wasn't risked initially, while the former was and ultimately he was the standout player on the field once more.  It was a game characterized by irony. Brentford, a team that frequently punishes rivals on the counterattack, experienced the opposite, as a lethal forward netted for the guests. In the meantime, both goals in the 1-1 tie resulted from corner kicks by the Bees.  In these matches, one typically anticipates the underdog to exploit their stronger rivals during counter-attacks, and Thomas Frank’s team aimed to do just that, earning a corner from a qui...

The Crystal Palace players took some time to understand they were merely supporting roles in The De Bruyne Show. What a display from the finest midfielder in the Premier League.  Oliver Glasner dismissed claims that he might depart Crystal Palace for RB Leipzig after the season prior to this match, and the basis for the Bundesliga club's interest became strikingly clear after thirty minutes at the Etihad. The city was shattered by rapid changes while attempting to penetrate the tight defense, with those two crucial elements of Palace’s play, which have propelled them into European contention and helped them start strong here, also defining the top Leipzig squads.  Whether strategized based on a match-up with Nico O’Reilly, who was entering just his third Premier League start, or merely because he was the clear choice, Palace ensured the ball reached Daniel Munoz as swiftly as possible. Although the wing-back is outstanding, he didn't have to be exceptional to cut through City,...

Chelsea might supposedly 'pursue' Mathys Tel if Tottenham opts against securing him permanently this summer, and it's possible that Spurs could have no influence whatsoever.  Tel signed with Spurs on a six-month loan in January, with the north London club having the option to secure his transfer permanently for £45 million. His winter destination was uncertain after he initially declined Tottenham but ultimately agreed to the transfer.  Since that time, the forward has netted only two goals in 10 matches, but the management of the north London club reportedly acknowledges that he arrived during a challenging phase.  At the moment, it appears uncertain whether they will sign him, and as per GIVEMESPORT, Chelsea is prepared to step in if they don't.  It is said they ‘might pursue’ Tel if he departs Tottenham, as their enduring interest continues following early discussions for the Bayern Munich striker.  Chelsea view Tel as a suitable player for Stamford Bridge, a...

Liverpool icon Mohamed Salah has been outstanding this season, and he plans to remain.  Certainly, the Egyptian has finalized a new two-year deal at Anfield.  Here are the most astonishing statistics from his illustrious career.  • Mohamed Salah has netted 243 goals and provided 110 assists in 392 matches for Liverpool.  • Salah scored 320 goals for his club in 646 games.  • Include 159 assists at the club level as well.  • Just TWO players have netted more goals for Liverpool following their goals against Manchester City in February (Ian Rush, Roger Hunt).  • Hodgson (1.56) is the sole Liverpool player with a superior games-per-goal ratio.  He holds the record for the most goals scored by an African player in Premier League history, with 184 goals.  • Salah is tied for sixth place on the Premier League all-time scoring list with Sergio Aguero. The only players with more are Andy Cole (187), Wayne Rooney (208), Harry Kane (213), and Alan Shea...