Author: Jhon Kaung

Ruben Amorim has suggested that Chido Obi could be in line for his first Manchester United start in the near future following his eye-catching performance off the bench against Fulham. The 17-year-old provided one of the few bright spots for United in their FA Cup exit, showcasing his potential as a first-team option. Obi, who joined United from Arsenal last summer, made just his third senior appearance for the club and came close to marking it with a goal. The young forward had three notable opportunities—dragging one shot wide from a tight angle, narrowly missing another from close range, and…

The decision-making process behind Manchester United’s penalty takers has come under scrutiny following their FA Cup exit at the hands of Fulham. Manager Ruben Amorim has shed light on why Victor Lindelof took a pivotal spot-kick and hinted at possible changes to his attacking lineup. United’s hopes of defending their FA Cup title ended in heartbreak after a dramatic penalty shootout at Old Trafford. After a 1-1 draw in regulation time—courtesy of Bruno Fernandes’ late equalizer following Calvin Bassey’s opener—extra time failed to produce a winner. The subsequent shootout saw Lindelof and Joshua Zirkzee miss crucial penalties, allowing Fulham to…

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti didn’t hide his frustration following his team’s disappointing 2-1 loss to Real Betis in La Liga on Saturday. With a crucial Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid looming, the Italian coach warned that if his squad replicates this performance, victory will be out of reach. Madrid initially looked sharp, taking the lead within the first 10 minutes at Estadio Benito Villamarín. Brahim Díaz finished off an impressive attacking sequence involving Kylian Mbappé and Ferland Mendy. However, Betis responded before halftime as Johnny Cardoso equalized with a well-placed header. The comeback was completed early in the…

Ruben Amorim believes Harry Maguire is deserving of an England recall and has backed the Manchester United defender to play a key leadership role under new Three Lions manager Thomas Tuchel. Maguire, who faced uncertainty at Old Trafford after losing the captaincy and being linked with a move to West Ham, has reestablished himself as a crucial figure in Amorim’s defensive setup. His resurgence was highlighted by a decisive headed goal against Ipswich on Wednesday night. The 31-year-old, who has been instrumental in England’s recent major tournament runs—including a World Cup semi-final and a European Championship final—missed last summer’s Euros…

Liverpool is edging closer to securing the Premier League title following their recent win against Newcastle, but the summer could bring significant changes for manager Arne Slot’s squad once the title is officially theirs. With a commanding 13-point lead at the top of the Premier League after their victory over Newcastle on Wednesday, Liverpool is just a few results away from clinching the title. Arsenal, their nearest challengers, suffered another setback, leaving their hopes of a late comeback hanging by a thread. However, while Liverpool will naturally focus on their impending success, attention is also turning to potential player exits.…

Jose Mourinho, the manager of Fenerbahce, has been handed a four-match suspension and fined by the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) following controversial remarks he made about Turkish referees after a recent match against Galatasaray. The TFF announced on Thursday that Mourinho, 62, was fined 1.6 million Turkish lira (approximately $44,000) after he publicly criticized the officials in a post-match press conference. This followed a goalless draw in the Super Lig on Monday. Mourinho served the first match of his suspension on Thursday, as he was absent from the touchline during Fenerbahce’s 4-1 victory over Gaziantep in the Turkish Cup. According…

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim intends to have a conversation with Alejandro Garnacho following the winger’s reaction to being substituted during United’s 3-2 victory over Ipswich. Garnacho was taken off two minutes before halftime after Patrick Dorgu received a red card, with Noussair Mazraoui replacing him. The Argentina international walked straight down the touchline to the dressing room instead of taking a seat on the bench. Heavy rain at Old Trafford may have played a role in his decision, as he appeared to signal that he wanted to remove his soaked shirt. It remains unclear whether he returned to…

Major League Soccer has handed Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi an undisclosed fine following an altercation with a New York City FC assistant coach during Saturday’s 2-2 draw. The incident occurred as Messi was leaving the field after the final whistle, having just received a yellow card for arguing with referee Alexis Da Silva. Messi exchanged words with NYCFC assistant coach Mehdi Ballouchy, covering his mouth as two Miami staff members intervened. As Messi started to walk away, he turned back toward Ballouchy and placed his right hand on the coach’s neck, applying enough pressure that it appeared to startle…

Manchester United’s injury woes have intensified ahead of their home clash with Ipswich Town on Wednesday night, with the team set to be without eight players for the match. Manager Ruben Amorim is facing a growing crisis as several key players remain sidelined, further challenging United’s depth. Having gone three matches without a Premier League win, United are desperate to return to winning ways against Ipswich. However, Amorim will have to navigate this crucial game with a depleted squad, as the injuries continue to mount. The team drew 2-2 with Everton in their last outing, despite missing several key figures.…

Jamie Carragher has responded sharply to Rio Ferdinand’s recent criticism over his remarks about the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), calling the former Manchester United defender a “clown” in the process. The debate began after Carragher made comments that downplayed the significance of the AFCON while discussing Mohamed Salah’s Ballon d’Or prospects. The Liverpool forward has been in phenomenal form, adding another goal and assist to his tally in a 2-0 victory over Manchester City on Sunday, making this year a strong contender for Salah’s best chance to win the prestigious award. However, when assessing Salah’s chances on Sky Sports,…