Harry Redknapp has entirely absolved himself of blame for Birmingham’s potential 12-point deduction. The Championship club have breached the English Football League’s profitability and sustainability rules and are currently under official investigation. They could face a points deduction or transfer ban for lavish spending that dates back to the reigns of Gianfranco Zola and … [Read more...] about Redknapp entirely absolves himself of Birmingham blame
Cote d’Ivoire eyeing Afcon glory after 2018 World Cup disappointment – Maxwel Cornet
The Elephants are one of the top teams to have qualified for the continental showpiece with a game to spare … [Read more...] about Cote d’Ivoire eyeing Afcon glory after 2018 World Cup disappointment – Maxwel Cornet
Where are they now? Eng U21s from first game at new Wembley
On March 24, 2007, England Under-21s drew 3-3 with Italy in the first game at the new Wembley Stadium – but what has come of the 11 players to start that day? Giampaolo Pazzini scored both the first goal and the first hat-trick at the ground – and he went on to win 25 caps for Italy’s senior team, too. But what happened to the England XI? A couple made the step up to the senior … [Read more...] about Where are they now? Eng U21s from first game at new Wembley
Barca ‘willing to discuss €80m offers’ for Man Utd target Coutinho
Barcelona are ready to consider offers of €80million for Philippe Coutinho, according to reports. The Brazilian has been linked heavily with a move back to the Premier League with recent reports suggesting he ‘issued a come-and-get-me plea to Manchester United’. Liverpool and Chelsea have also been credited with some interest in Coutinho, while Paris Saint-Germain are the main … [Read more...] about Barca ‘willing to discuss €80m offers’ for Man Utd target Coutinho
Man United legend aims huge dig at ‘silent’ Liverpool fans
Rio Ferdinand has slammed “silent” Liverpool fans “that have come back out of the woodwork after 20 years” this season. Liverpool are top of the Premier League table with seven games remaining, holding a two-point lead over Manchester City. The reigning champions have a game in hand on their rivals but Liverpool are starting to feel that a first top-flight English title since … [Read more...] about Man United legend aims huge dig at ‘silent’ Liverpool fans