Carlo Ancelotti highlights the significance of Everton breaking into top four
Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti believes getting into the top four this week could be psychologically important for his players.
Premier League
‘We can do better’ – Pep Guardiola won’t let Man City stars relax for one second
Pep Guardiola insists he will not allow his Manchester City players to relax for even one second as they chase glory on four fronts.
Richarlison effort enough as Everton’s Champions League dreams remain on track
Everton’s Champions League dreams remain on track thanks to Monday night’s 1-0 victory over a Southampton side anxiously looking on the other end of the Premier League table.
Victims of paedophile football coach in legal action against Newcastle
Victims of a predatory paedophile who worked with Newcastle’s youth players are taking legal action against the Premier League club, their solicitor has said.
Sean Dyche accepts criticism and eyes improvement from Burnley
Sean Dyche insisted he had no problem with Burnley’s critics after their 4-0 defeat at Tottenham on Sunday.
Nathan Ake is Manchester City’s only notable absentee ahead of Wolves clash
Premier League leaders Manchester City have a near fully-fit squad available as they host Wolves at the Etihad Stadium.
There’s always something to lose – Nuno dismisses idea Man City match a free hit
Nuno Espirito Santo says Wolves will not tackle the task of trying to halt Manchester City’s record-breaking winning streak with the mentality that they have nothing to lose.
Pep Guardiola cannot take in Manchester City’s record-breaking exploits yet
Pep Guardiola claims Manchester City have no time to enjoy being record breakers.
Brendan Rodgers believes injury-hit Leicester are exceeding expectations
Brendan Rodgers believes Leicester are enjoying a better season than last year as he continues to contend with an ever-growing injury list.
Premier League talking points ahead of midweek action
Runaway Premier League leaders Manchester City are seeking to extend their remarkable winning run, while reigning champions Liverpool take on Chelsea in the battle for a top-four finish.
Crystal Palace defender Gary Cahill ‘feeling good’ and not planning to retire
Former England centre-back Gary Cahill is relaxed about his contract situation at Crystal Palace and has no plans to retire.
Man Utd have no wins and just one goal from seven matches against ‘big six’
Manchester United drew a blank in another high-profile game on Sunday, drawing 0-0 with Chelsea.
Thomas Tuchel urges Tammy Abraham to fight for Chelsea place
Thomas Tuchel has told Tammy Abraham to fight for his Chelsea place after leaving the England striker out of Sunday’s squad to face Manchester United.
Granit Xhaka urges Arsenal to string together winning run
Granit Xhaka called for Arsenal to build on their impressive win at Leicester.
Gareth Bale ignores critics as he returns to form for Tottenham
Tottenham’s Gareth Bale insists he has not listened to his critics as he looks to be back to his best.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say The Mirror reports Harvey Barnes is getting plenty of interest around the league after a run of form in which he has scored nine goals in 25 games while also setting up four more. The attention of Manchester United and Liverpool has seen Leicester begin talks with the one-cap England winger about a new contract, despite him already being on the books at King Power Stadium until the end of the 2023-24 season. Barnes was carried off on a stretcher during Sunday’s defeat to Arsenal and is set to be out for at least six weeks with a knee injury.
‘Never any doubt about their togetherness’ – Jurgen Klopp hails Liverpool unity
Jurgen Klopp said he never doubted Liverpool’s unity after a 2-0 win at Sheffield United ended a four-game Premier League losing streak and Curtis Jones dedicated his goal to bereaved team-mate Alisson Becker.
‘We’re leaving everything on the pitch’ – Declan Rice confident West Ham can fly
Declan Rice felt West Ham proved they are the real deal in the race for the Champions League in their 2-1 defeat at Manchester City.
Pep Guardiola will take his time with Sergio Aguero
Pep Guardiola admits he has a dilemma over Sergio Aguero.
Ralph Hasenhuttl urges ‘too nice’ Southampton to change their behaviour
Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl wants his team to stop being “too nice” as they look to get their Premier League campaign back on track at Everton.
Liverpool end losing streak with comfortable win at Sheffield United
Liverpool returned to winning ways in the Premier League with a 2-0 victory over Sheffield United at Bramall Lane.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer claims ‘managers try to influence referees’ over penalties
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes rival managers are trying to influence referees not to award penalties to Manchester United.
Glenn Roeder: A quiet, unassuming young Hammer who realised his childhood dreams
Glenn Roeder went from being a regular in Upton Park’s famous ‘Chicken Run’ to stepping out as manager of his childhood club, but he was never the type to take his football fortune for granted.
Chelsea frustrated in push for top four return as Manchester United force draw
Chelsea missed the chance to climb back into the Premier League’s top four after grinding out a goalless draw with Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.
Former West Ham boss Glenn Roeder dies aged 65
Former West Ham manager Glenn Roeder has died aged 65 after a long battle with a brain tumour.
Jose Mourinho says Gareth Bale is ‘better than ever’ after he batters Burnley
Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho is revelling in Gareth Bale getting his mojo back and said any manager in the world would want him with the form he showed against Burnley.
Gareth Bale bags a brace as he inspires Tottenham to victory against Burnley
Gareth Bale appeared back to his best as he produced a devastating display that included two goals and an assist in Tottenham’s 4-0 win over Burnley.
Scott Parker likes what he sees from Fulham but knows an end product is needed
Scott Parker is confident the goals will come for Fulham after they extended their unbeaten run in the Premier League to five games with a 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace.
Mikel Arteta calls for consistency from ‘clearly improving’ Arsenal
Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal are finally moving in the right direction after an impressive 3-1 comeback win at Leicester.
Arsenal’s revival continues with impressive win at Leicester
Arsenal continued to breathe fresh life into their season after an impressive 3-1 win at Leicester.