THE best-run club in the Premier League defeated the worst-run club in the Premier League and the only surprise was that anyone was surprised. To me, Manchester United 1 Brighton 2 was genuinely the most predictable result of the weekend. I watched it in the press room at West Ham and when the Seagulls raced into a two-goal lead, nobody looked shocked. Even the Manchester City media team didn’t snigger. United are a shell of a football club hiding behind a crumbling facade of historic grandeur. Their supporters are revolting against the Glazer ownership. Their Galactico, Cristiano Ronaldo , wants out. Their captain, Harry Maguire, is gone at all levels. Their central-midfield duo, McFred, are a running joke. And of their three promising young England forwards, two — Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho — are shot of confidence and the other, Mason Greenwood, is on police bail on suspicion of rape and threats to kill. READ MORE FOOTBALL … [Read more...] about Ronaldo rebelling, fans revolting, stars not signing and McFred still playing… United are now Clickbait FC
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Why Steven Gerrard may have blundered by freezing out Tyrone Mings
In less than three months, Tyrone Mings has lost his place in the England squad, been relieved of the Aston Villa captaincy and now been dropped from the team’s starting XI. They were decisions that might individually have been understandable but, taken together, would test the confidence of even the most resilient character. It was curious, and questionable, then to hear Steven Gerrard put the onus so firmly back on Mings after a limp opening day defeat in which his team hardly oozed character and leadership (scroll down for match report). “I think the easy thing to do after defeat is to look at the people who weren’t on the pitch,” said Gerrard, upon being asked about his decision to leave out Mings and pair £26 million new signing Diego Carlos in central defence with Ezri Konsa. Then came the passage that provoked considerable debate among Aston Villa fans after it was posted by the BBC West Midlands reporter Steve Hermon. “I'm confident and have full belief [that] when Tyrone … [Read more...] about Why Steven Gerrard may have blundered by freezing out Tyrone Mings
Tottenham told they have major advantage over Man City after Conte’s side backed for title
Antonio Conte knows Tottenham are still a long way off competing for title SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Tottenham have a better front three than back-to-back Premier League champions Manchester City , claims Rangers legend Ally McCoist. Spurs got off to a flying start to the new season at the weekend and have even been tipped to challenge for the title this term. Related articles Tottenham respond to Zaniolo conditions amid 'separate' Roma talks Tottenham transfer plan obvious as Conte to seal seventh signing Antonio Conte's side beat Southampton 4-1 in north London on Saturday. Neither Harry Kane or Heung-min Son were on the scoresheet, to outline the goalscoring threat Spurs have in their … [Read more...] about Tottenham told they have major advantage over Man City after Conte’s side backed for title
Bournemouth confident of signing defender Marcos Senesi
Bournemouth are confident of buying highly-rated defender Marcos Senesi after completing the signing of goalkeeper Neto as the newly-promoted club finally responds to Scott Parker’s demands to strengthen his threadbare squad . Following Saturday’s encouraging 2-0 win at home to Aston Villa Neto, the 33-year-old Barcelona back-up goalkeeper arrived in Bournemouth to sign a 12-month contract after being allowed to leave on a free transfer. His signing will come as a relief to Parker who only has inexperienced Will Dennis, who has just one first-team appearance, as under-study to first-choice Mark Travers. This is an extraordinary state of affairs for a Premier League club. Bournemouth will follow up the signing of the Brazilian with the arrival of Senesi who is due to fly to England to complete a £12.6 million move from Feyenoord, who reached the final of last season’s Europa Conference League. The 25-year-old Argentinian centre-back – who made his international debut earlier … [Read more...] about Bournemouth confident of signing defender Marcos Senesi
Love Island winner Davide heads out for lads’ night out in Manchester without Ekin-Su 400 miles away in Essex
LOVE Island star Davide Sanclimenti has been spotted enjoying a lads' night out in Manchester without girlfriend Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu. The Italian stallion headed home after TWO months away from home as a contestant on the ITV2 dating show. Love Island star Davide, 27 , could be seen 400 miles away from his girlfriend, and enjoying a night on the town with his boys. Meanwhile, Ekin-Su revealed on Instagram she was back home in Essex with her family. The series winner - who was crowned the public's favourite on Monday night - looked handsome in a yellow shirt that was undone to reveal his toned pecs. Davide also kept things casual with ripped jeans and white trainers. READ MORE ON Davide HOME SWEET HOME Davide welcomed home with sweet party in his apartment PDA Love Island winners Ekin-Su and Davide kiss on first date night out of the villa His mates also looked smart, and they cut a cool crew as they … [Read more...] about Love Island winner Davide heads out for lads’ night out in Manchester without Ekin-Su 400 miles away in Essex
Millions owe debt to Betty Ford, mourners say
PALM DESERT, Calif. -- First ladies, past and present, and others who called the White House home remembered Betty Ford on Tuesday, not just for her decades-long work against substance abuse but for her contributions to a political era when friendship among lawmakers helped them govern. Speakers, including former first lady Roslynn Carter and journalist Cokie Roberts, also hailed her as a force of nature whose boundless energy and enthusiasm, coupled with a steadfast determination to do what was right, pushed the country toward a commitment to equal rights for women and other causes. Ford, who died at the age of 93 on Friday, reshaped the role of first lady with her plain-spoken candidness. In doing so, she helped bring such previously taboo subjects as breast cancer into the public discussion as she openly discussed her own battle with the disease. She was equally candid about her struggles with drug and alcohol abuse, and her spearheading of the creation of the Betty Ford … [Read more...] about Millions owe debt to Betty Ford, mourners say