Tag: Roberto Firmino

Top Performances from Premier League – Week 11

Vyom Chaudhary

There is no stopping Manchester City this season, as they cemented their position at the top of the table with an important 3-1 win over Arsenal. Kevin De Bruyne produced another impressive performance for City and scored the opening goal in the game. Meanwhile, Manchester United lacked a match-changing individual performance as they lost 1-0 at Chelsea. Elsewhere, Liverpool and Tottenham registered wins in their respective matches, and Everton and Bournemouth also claim critical wins to move out of the drop zone. There were some fine individual performances during the…

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Highlights: Zlatan’s bicyle kick, Origi and Firmino dribbles

Vincent Van Genechten

Chelsea, Leicester City, Liverpool and Manchester United were all in friendly action against quality opposition, as they edged closer to the start of the 2016-2017 Premier League season. The following events were the biggest highlights: Talk about an instant impact! #ZlatanTime Switch over now to watch live on #MUTVHD. https://t.co/C8QYQI3308 — Manchester United (@ManUtd) 30 juli 2016 Rashford’s run and Zlatan’s applause Rashford’s run! 👊 Zlatan’s reaction! 😄 Watch the game again on #MUTVHD at 23:00 BST. https://t.co/WgEtobj8W5 — Manchester United (@ManUtd) 30 juli 2016 Hazard’s double Hazard goal.pic.twitter.com/9ETsMnCWJj —…

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Liverpool vs Watford – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

With their sights now set on the final of the Europa League, Liverpool will look to end their domestic season in positive fashion over the course of a final week that begins with a home encounter with a Watford side that took them to the cleaners back in December. For the last Premier League outing at Swansea City, manager Jurgen Klopp was clearly prioritising the second leg against Villarreal as he made numerous changes and saw his Liverpool side outplayed for long periods, conceding some sloppy goals along the way. The one plus…

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Roberto Firmino dazzled at Anfield with this killer move [Video]

Vincent Van Genechten

Liverpool are through to the Europa League final after beating Villarreal 3-0 in their semi-final return encounter on Thursday. An own goal by Bruno Soriano, and goals from Daniel Sturridge and Adam Lallana made Anfield dance. However, it was Roberto Firmino who dazzled at Anfield with one killer move against Tottenham flop Roberto Soldado:

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Former Tottenham star has been most prolific striker in 2016, Liverpool player leads Premier League

Vincent Van Genechten

He might not stay at Real Madrid beyond this season, but Los Blancos have seen the best of Gareth Bale in 2016. The Welshman joined the Primera Division giants during the summer of 2013 from Tottenham for an amazing £75.75 million transfer fee, but has seen a load of criticism from the typically harsh Real fans. Bale has missed seven league games in 2016 due to a disrupted calf muscle, but the 26-year-old has proven to be the most prolific player in Europe this year, according to the statistics from…

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Liverpool vs Sunderland – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Liverpool will be looking to win at home for the first time since Boxing Day when they entertain struggling Sunderland, who have not won at Anfield since 1983. It was a very open game for long periods, but the presence of Jamie Vardy was simply too much for the Liverpool defenders to handle as they went down to a 2-0 defeat at leaders Leicester City in midweek; a result that represented another setback for Jurgen Klopp as he attempts to instil some consistency into his side. A sensational opening goal…

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Top 10 Premier League summer transfers of 2015

Vincent Van Genechten

The winter transfer period is in full effect, but with the Premier League season passed the halfway point, it’s a good time to evaluate the best summer transfers of 2015. 1. Kevin De Bruyne (Man City) Performance: 5 goals + 9 assists The Belgian joined City from Wolfsburg for a record £51.8m this summer. He once escaped from Chelsea, but has not disappointed one bit at the Etihad, scoring five goals and recording nine assists. No other new player has been involved in more goals this season than De Bruyne.…

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Liverpool vs Man Utd – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Liverpool will be desperate to end a three-match losing streak against arch rivals Manchester United when they meet on Sunday, with both sides coming into it off the back of six-goal thrillers in midweek. The opening half hour against leaders Arsenal saw the Reds play close to their best, with their high pressing resulting in a dominance of possession, which they used to play high-tempo attacking football. Roberto Firmino stepped up to the mark with a terrific brace as he finally gave a clear indication of why the club splashed out £29m…

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Liverpool vs Swansea – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Liverpool will be searching for their first home win in the league under Jurgen Klopp as they entertain a Swansea City side that is in the midst of their worst sequence of results for nearly two years. If the Reds can replicate the kind of performance which saw them outplay then leaders Manchester City and come away with a sensational 4-1 win, then the Anfield crowd will be in for a treat. Roberto Firmino gave a real indication as to why the club splashed out £29m to secure his services…

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Liverpool star snubbed from Dunga’s Brazil squad despite sensational opening day strike

Jordan Harris

Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho has sensationally been left out of Dunga’s Brazil squad to face Costa Rica and USA at the start of next month, the Daily Express report. Despite only making 11 appearances for his country since his debut in 2010, the playmaker had seemingly become an important part of the side, having featured regularly during the recent Copa America. And although it is too early in the season to make any assessments about a player’s form, the 23-year-old gave a huge indication that he was ready to carry…

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Which of the Premier League heavyweights boasts the strongest second XI? Man United, Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea analysed

Jordan Harris

With the new Premier League season in its infancy, fans of each club will get to see their side’s strongest XI, and start dreaming of where that talented crop can take them. However, it is when the campaign is truly in full swing, and injuries begin to become a factor that the title favourites will become more obvious. With that in mind, here’s a look at some of the top flight’s heavyweights’ second XI: Chelsea While most sides would kill for a front two like Chelsea’s, there are serious concerns…

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(Video) Liverpool star Roberto Firmino nets hat-trick in 5-1 friendly win

Jordan Harris

Liverpool playmaker Roberto Firmino may have been overshadowed by his countryman during the Reds’ 1-0 victory over Stoke City yesterday, but he gave fans a glimpse of his quality as he scored a hat-trick during a training ground friendly over Welsh Premier League champions TNS, the Liverpool Echo reports. The Brazilian – who arrived from Hoffenheim earlier in the summer – only played 12 minutes of the victory at the Britannia Stadium, and thus was included in the squad for the fitness game at Melwood. Fellow new signing Danny Ings…

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Stoke vs Liverpool Premier League preview: Reds look to avenge last day drubbing

Stephen Donovan
adam stoke

Liverpool begin the new season where they ended the last, but will hope to fare rather better this time at the Britannia Stadium after their 6-1 humiliation back in May. It looks like it is going to be another great season. Check out the latest Premier League odds and make your predictions. It was a result that said as much about the progress Stoke have made as how shambolic Liverpool’s showing was. The home side achieved their highest Premier League points tally last term and are showing a real ambition to break into the…

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Liverpool owner tells Brendan Rodgers improvements are needed after £80m spending spree

Steve Green

Liverpool chairman Tom Werner has told Brendan Rodgers that he expects to see results on the pitch improve this season after laying out £80m on new players this summer, according to the Metro. The Reds have been one of the Premier League’s most active clubs in the transfer window so far bringing in seven players, two of whom – Christian Benteke and Roberto Firmino – cost a combined total of £62m (via the Metro). The flurry of activity was in response to the lacklustre season the club endured last term,…

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The SIX summer signings that will take the Premier League by storm: Man United new boy tops the list

Steve Green

There have been a number of high profile comings and goings in the Premier League so far this summer, but there are six deals in particular that stand out as exceptionally good business. With the Premier League season set to kick off this weekend, we’re highlighting those six players as ones to watch for the upcoming campaign. Memphis Depay – Manchester United The 21-year-old is well on his way to being the complete forward, and at such a young age, too. Pace, power and an eye for goals, United fans…

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Liverpool 2015/16 season preview: Brendan Rodgers under pressure to banish memories of difficult campaign

Jordan Harris

Liverpool endured a very challenging year last season, one which culminated in the 6-1 humiliation at the Britannia on the final day. Luckily, an impressive unbeaten run in the middle of the campaign meant that they still qualified for the Europa League, despite the embarrassing finish. Brendan Rodgers oversaw big changes this summer to try and ensure that their miserable day at Stoke is not repeated. Cruelly perhaps, they travel back to the same ground on the opening day of this season. But, what should be their hopes for the…

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(Video) Roberto Firmino gives first interview as a Liverpool player

Steve Green

Liverpool released the video of their first interview with new signing Roberto Firmino on Thursday, in which he spoke about his excitement upon joining the club. The £29m man highlighted the possibility of working with compatriot Philippe Coutinho as one of the main reasons behind his switch before later describing himself as a “great character” with a “big heart”. He made sure to reference ‘that night in Istanbul’ early on, but spent the entire seven-minute interview talking about himself in the third person. See the video below… Firmino: The First…

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Is THIS Liverpool’s BEST starting XI next season: Benteke and Firmino to slot in well

Steve Green
rodgers liverpool

Liverpool have set the pace in the transfer market so far this summer. With news that Christian Benteke is set to become the latest new face to join the Reds manager Brendan Rodgers now has some serious options for how he can set up his side over the next nine months. Below, is what we feel will be Liverpool’s strongest starting XI for the 2015/16 season. GK: Simon Mignolet The Belgian recovered from an early season wobble to reaffirm his status as the club’s undisputed first choice goalkeeper. RB: Nathaniel…

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Roberto Firmino admits the thought of playing at Anfield is giving him goosebumps

Steve Green

Liverpool new boy Roberto Firmino has revealed what prompted him to sign for the club by claiming that the thought of playing in front of the Anfield faithful is giving him goosebumps. The 23-year-old joined the club in a £29m move from Bundesliga giants Hoffenheim earlier this month but has been given extra time off to recuperate following his exploits in the Copa America. And he has now revealed what his main motivation behind making the move was as well as giving an insight into how much he is looking…

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Liverpool gossip: TWO release fees met as £54m DOUBLE swoop for Benteke and Pedro is on

Steve Green

Friday’s biggest Liverpool gossip and transfer rumours. Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke, 24, will not play in Friday’s friendly against Sporting Braga in Portugal with his £32.5m move to Liverpool set to be completed, the Daily Mirror reports. The money received from the Raheem Sterling deal has now funded the move for the Belgian international, though they may still have to fend off interest from Manchester United for his signature. Should Benteke join Liverpool, it would free up striker Rickie Lambert, 33, to leave Anfield for West Brom, the Daily…

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Lucas Leiva believe Roberto Firmino will be Liverpool’s ‘new Luis Suarez’

Steve Green
firmino

Liverpool midfielder Lucas Leiva is already getting excited about the prospect of lining up alongside new signing Roberto Firmino by claiming that the Brazilian can have the same impact on the club that Luis Suarez did, the Metro reports. The Reds pounced earlier this month to bring Firmino in from German side Hoffenheim in a £29m deal (via the Metro) and his arrival is already making waves at Anfield. And though players and staff usually want to avoid putting too much pressure on new signings, Lucas wasted now time in…

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Liverpool gossip: Reds WILL NOT pay £32.5m for target, while Inter Milan star wants to stay

Jordan Harris
benteke villa

Here is Wednesday’s news and gossip concerning Liverpool: Brendan Rodgers remains interested in signing Aston Villa forward Christian Benteke, but still does not want to pay £32.5m for the Belgian, the Metro report. The Reds are still confident that a deal can be done for the 24-year-old. Liverpool’s chances of completing a deal for Inter Milan’s Mateo Kovacic have been dashed, after the midfielder confirmed that he wants to stay at San Siro, ESPN report. The 21-year-old only signed a new contract in January, and revealed that he intends to…

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Liverpool confirm 2015/16 squad numbers for new signings

Steve Green

Liverpool have confirmed the squad numbers for four of their summer signings ahead of the 2015/16 season. As reported on the club’s official website the Reds have given their new faces their new numbers so fans can get started on getting their shirts printed. Having already welcomed the likes of Roberto Firmino, Danny Ings, James Milner, Nathaniel Clyne, Adam Bogdan and Joe Gomez to the club, they are all joined by last summer’s arrival Divock Origi, who has now linked up with the side following a year back on loan…

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Five players NOT TO BUY in your Premier League fantasy teams this summer: Stay away from Arsenal star!

Steve Green

With the world of Premier League fantasy football soon to be springing into life, we thought we’d get the jump on the others to give you some advice on who NOT to sign in your team this summer. We’re not saying don’t ever sign these five names, but this summer, for reasons we’ll explain, they’re best off avoided… Alexis Sanchez – Arsenal Sanchez may have enjoyed a strong debut season at the Emirates last year, and is widely expected to do so again in 2015/16. However, following a year of…

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Roberto Firmino COMPLETES Liverpool move following successful medical

Jordan Harris
firmino

Roberto Firmino has finally completed his move to Liverpool, after successfully undertaking a medical. READ MORE: Liverpool News and Gossip Former Barcelona star would love to move to Liverpool says agent Two Liverpool players take to Twitter to discuss possible transfers According to the Daily Mirror, the Reds’ club doctor Andy Massey flew out to Brazil to conduct the tests on the 23-year-old, who has already agreed a £29m move from Hoffenheim. The Mirror report that the playmaker has signed a five-year deal on Merseyside, however he will not link…

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