As the final whistle sounded at Anfield on the night of May 7, a cacophony of noise broke out as the football world soaked up one of the most incredible nights. Against all odds, Liverpool had clawed back a three goal deficit to win 4-0 and knock the mighty Barcelona out of the Champions League. For the second time in as many seasons, the Blaugrana were outplayed and outfought away from home after Roma dumped them out of Europe in 2018. As Lionel Messi trudged despondently off the pitch, an inquest began and the plans for next season began to be hatched. Frenkie De Jong was already on his way…

Odds have been slashed on Steve Bruce to become the next Newcastle manager as it has been reported he is under consideration for the job. The Magpies are still searching for their replacement for Rafael Benitez after he left at the end of his contract. Click Here: fjallraven kanken backpack Several high profile names have been linked to the job including Jose Mourinho and Steven Gerrard. Sky Sports News reporter Keith Downie posted on Twitter about Bruce being looked at by the club. He said: “We understand Steve Bruce is one of the names under consideration to take over at Newcastle United. “He’s been backed in to 9/4 favourite with…

Edu has been appointed as Arsenal’s new technical director, the club announced on Tuesday. The former Gunners midfielder leaves a similar role with the Brazil national team to join up with the north London club. Ian Wright talks about Aaron Ramsey leaving Arsenal and David Dein's exit Edu spent five seasons at Arsenal before leaving for Valencia in 2005. The club confirmed the appointment on Tuesday afternoon, with Edu set to link up with the squad when they travel to the United States to begin their pre-season tour later this week. It is the first time they have employed someone in a technical director role. “In his role as technical…

Gareth Bale had a dire end to the 2018/19 season with Real Madrid. Following the reappointment of Zinedine Zidane in March, Bale struggled to nail down a regular starting place. The Wales star was an unused substitute as Real suffered a final-day 2-0 home defeat to Real Betis. And in his post-match press conference, Zidane refused to answer whether Bale would be a Real player next season. He said: “I’m sorry he didn’t get to play, but no one knows what will happen. “If I think a player doesn’t fit in the team I have to do what I think works best. No one can change what Bale has done…

Manchester United do not have to sell anyone, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says. His comments come a day after wantaway midfielder Paul Pogba’s agent, Mino Raiola, told talkSPORT he hopes the player’s future can be sorted soon. Pogba has made no secret of his desire to move on and in his first press conference since last season, Solskjaer fielded questions about the happiness of United’s record signing. “There has been loads of talk and speculation, of course, about all our players or many of our players, both ins and outs,” he said. “For me, it’s business as usual. When you’re Man United, you expect all these things to pop up…

Neymar can leave Paris Saint-Germain if the right offer is made but Barcelona has yet to make a bid, says sporting director Leonardo. PSG signaled the club will take “appropriate action” against Neymar after he failed to report for training Monday. Neymar’s father and agent then said to Fox Sports the club was made aware he would not be returning to Paris for another week. Click Here: cheap pandora Rings But the forward appears to be nearing the Parc des Princes exit after Leonardo gave an explosive interview. “Neymar can leave PSG, if there is an offer that suits everyone,” he told Le Parisien. “But to date, we do not…

Russell Westbrook’s tenure in Oklahoma City could be coming to an end soon. The 30-year-old star “welcomes the idea” of the Thunder trading him, according to a report from ESPN, which cites unidentified league sources. The Heat have expressed interest in dealing for Westbrook and the destination “appeals” to him, the report says. The Thunder appear like they’ll be entering a rebuild after sending Paul George to the Clippers this weekend in exchange for five first-round selections, two pick swaps, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Danilo Gallinari. Kawhi Leonard then signed a max deal with Los Angeles. Oklahoma City also sent forward Jerami Grant to the Nuggets on Monday and received another…

The Chicago Blackhawks knew they were getting a top forward prospect in Kirby Dach when they took him third overall in the 2019 NHL Draft. They officially welcomed him to the NHL ranks Monday with a three-year, entry-level contract that pays $925,000 a season. Dach is coming off an impressive year with the WHL’s Saskatoon Blades where he racked up 25 goals and 73 points in 62 games. He also had eight points in 10 playoff games for the Blades. The 18-year-old was one of many elite forwards available in the draft, and though he was projected to go between fifth and 10th overall, the Blackhawks decided to take him…

Eden Hazard’s move to Real Madrid did not play a part in Maurizio Sarri’s decision to leave his role as Chelsea manager, according Gianfranco Zola. But the former Blues number two admits he was ‘surprised’ by his fellow Italian’s departure to Juventus. Hazard ended years of transfer speculation by finally sealing a move to the Bernabeu for £89m (€100m) last month. And boss Sarri followed him out of the club just over a week later, succeeding Massimiliano Allegri to become the new manager of Juventus. There were claims Sarri made his decision to leave Stamford Bridge after they allowed his talisman player to go. But, asked if Hazard’s move to…

Manchester and London derbies kick off the new Women’s Super League season and games will be held at the Etihad and Stamford Bridge respectively. On September 7, City entertain Manchester United, while Chelsea take on London rivals Tottenham. Premier League grounds will host the games with the men’s top-flight on an international break and tickets to Chelsea’s clash is free of charge to supporters. Fans can claim up to four free tickets for the London derby, while City are offering up to three free tickets for under-16s per paying adult, with adult tickets at £7. Any additional child’s ticket will cost £2. City reportedly considered making the game free of…