FORMER Chelsea star John Obi Mikel has revealed that Kevin De Bruyne was “always moody” during his spell at the club. De Bruyne was considered a flop while he was at Stamford Bridge as he failed to become a consistent first team player. Kevin De Bruyne flopped at ChelseaCredit: Getty The Belgian midfielder started to show his potential after leaving for Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga. He then moved to Manchester City in 2015 and has gone on to become one of the best midfielders in the world. Due to how his career has panned out, many have wondered why it did not work out for…
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TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD is one of the three best right-backs in the world, according to Brazil legend Cafu. The 52-year-old played in three World Cup finals in a row on the right of a back four between 1994 and 2002, so is well qualified to judge today’s very best. Trent Alexander-Arnold has some high-profile admirersCredit: Getty And Liverpool star Alexander-Arnold cuts the mustard for Cafu… when the Selecao legend can remember him. Asked about his favourite right-backs by Marca in 2021, he said: “I really like Achraf (Hakimi), from PSG, and (Dani) Carvajal. Dani seems very good to me.” Further quizzed on why he likes Carvajal,…
DIDIER DROGBA scored 164 goals in eight trophy-filled years at Chelsea. And former Stamford Bridge team-mate Florent Malouda has labelled the Ivorian striker the best player he has ever played with. Didier Drogba scored 164 goals in 381 games for ChelseaCredit: AP:Associated Press Florent Malouda and Drogba won the Champions League together with the BluesCredit: Getty Drogba, 42, won four Premier League titles, four FA Cups, three League Cups and the Champions League with Chelsea. But Malouda, 42, also saw Drogba up close in France when they played together for Guingamp. The pair played together 188 times over the years. Speaking…
Erling Haaland’s quick-fire hat-trick for Manchester City against RB Leipzig on Tuesday broke a goalscoring record previously held by Kylian Mbappe. WHAT HAPPENED? The big Norwegian scored a first-half hat-trick as City took control of their Champions League last-16 early on at the Etihad. While Haaland’s efforts will help his team progress further in the competition, it also represented an impressive individual feat. At 22 years and 236 days old, the City forward became the youngest player to reach 30 goals in the competition’s history. THE BIGGER PICTURE: That puts him ahead of Kylian Mbappe, who previously held the record at 22 years and…
DAVID BECKHAM has revealed that he cried when told he was going to be Manchester United’s No7. The prestigious number has a rich history at Old Trafford, as Becks was fully aware having been brought up by a United-mad dad. David Beckham wore Man United’s iconic No7 shirtCredit: Getty Cristiano Ronaldo is the shirt’s current incumbent Credit: Getty In a film produced by United and adidas explaining the importance of the shirt, Becks opened up about his emotional reaction. He said: “I’d had probably one of the best seasons of my career in the number ten shirt. “Phone rings, ‘David it’s the boss.…
ARSENAL’S £30million splurge on Martin Odegaard looks to be one of the best bargains in recent Premier League history. The 24-year-old playmaker was instrumental in the Gunners’ push for a top-four finish last season and has been a key cog in their well-oiled machine this campaign. Martin Odegaard has been one of Arsenal’s star men this seasonCredit: Getty The midfielder has scored four goals so far this seasonCredit: Getty Playmaker Odegaard was once called the ‘Norwegian Messi’Credit: Getty Odegaard’s fine form this season – in which he scored eight goals and provided five assists – has helped Arsenal top the Premier League…
Both icons have been getting more bench practice than they hoped this season. Cristiano Ronaldo sticks to a careful fitness regime, including gym work, but his legendary abilities at leg-press have been usurpedCredit: Getty Man Utd’s Brazil midfielder Casemiro has proved a surprise package in the gym as he’s been labelled as ‘strong as an ox’Credit: Getty But they played the whole of Sunday’s 1-0 Premier League win at home to West Ham – showing their strict regime is worth the weight. It’s claimed Casemiro can leg-press 300kg “with his eyes shut” whereas Ron is known to push 30 reps of 250kg.…
Liverpool players were put through their paces on Tuesday afternoon as they prepare for the Champions League second-leg vs Real Madrid Liverpool attacker Luis Diaz returns to training following injury. (Image: Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images) There were three notable absentees as Liverpool prepared for their Champions League last-16 second-leg against Real Madrid on Tuesday. The Reds are looking to overturn the 5-2 scoreline from the reverse clash with the reigning European champions after a brace each for Vinicius Jr and Karim Benzema inflicted one of the club’s worst defeats at Anfield. Eder Militao was also on the scoresheet for Los…
Carlos Tevez has spoken about the moment he told Sir Alex Ferguson that he was leaving Manchester United for cross-town rivals Manchester City. Of all the players to have played for both the red and sky-blue halves of Manchester, Tevez’s story is arguably the most infamous. After controversially saving West Ham from relegation in 2006/07, Tevez joined United on loan and became an instant hit at Old Trafford. In his debut season the Argentine striker scored 19 goals in all competitions as United completed a league and Champions League double, but during his second year things began to unravel. A few miles…
Angelina Jolie once revealed that she had a major crush on Johnny Depp after his film Edward Scissorhands. The two starred in 2010 film The Tourist. Angelina Jolie and Johnny Depp’s still from The Tourist.ByHT Entertainment Desk Angelina Jolie and Johnny Depp are among the most popular names of Hollywood. They starred together in their 2010 film The Tourist and have always maintained a good equation. But, did you know Angelina once had a major crush on Johnny? According to Angelina’s memoir, she was once ‘smitten’ by Johnny Depp. Angelina: An Unauthorised Biography mentions how Angelina grew up with a…
Man Utd midfielder Casemiro was sent off for a second time this season during the Reds’ goalless draw with Southampton. Casemiro has been sent off twice for United this season (Image: Panenka) Casemiro could not hold back the tears after being sent off during Manchester United’s goalless draw with Southampton at the weekend. The Brazilian midfielder was visibly upset as he walked off the pitch, knowing he was once again facing a spell on the sidelines through suspension – having only just returned from his last ban. The Reds ace was given his marching orders for a challenge on Southampton’s Carlos…
Manchester United have identified the England captain as their primary target to replace Cristiano Ronaldo. Manchester United have identified Harry Kane as their prime target. (Image: Visionhaus via Getty Images) Harry Kane might be getting a sense of déjà vu as speculation over his future continues to mount. It has somehow been two years since Manchester City were priced out of a move for the England captain by Tottenham chairman and fearsome negotiator Daniel Levy – but the cards are no longer stacked in Levy and Spurs’ favour, with Kane only having 15 months left to run on his contract amid outlined interest from Manchester United.…