Tag: Wembley

Man Utd vs Southampton – EFL Cup Final Preview

Stephen Donovan

An intriguing match-up in the EFL Cup final at Wembley sees two managers appointed last summer aim to secure the first trophy of their respective tenures, as Jose Mourinho’s Manchester United take on Claude Puel’s Southampton. It is a meeting that brings about recollections of when the sides met in the 1976 FA Cup final, where a Bobby Stokes goal gave the then Second Division Saints the proudest moment of their history. And although victory here would not be quite as much of an upset, the South coast club are…

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Liverpool vs Man City – Capital One Cup Final Preview

Stephen Donovan

It promises to be a titanic tussle at Wembley on Sunday afternoon as Jurgen Klopp aims to win his first trophy as Liverpool boss as they contest the Capital One Cup final with Manchester City, who are looking to win the competition for the second time in three years. Success in 2014 was Manuel Pellegrini’s maiden piece of silverware at City and this one could well be his last, as it has already been confirmed that he will be leaving the club at the end of the season. Currently fourth…

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Chelsea and Tottenham to share Wembley?

Vincent Van Genechten

Both Chelsea and Tottenham are looking to revamp their stadium, with a ground share at Wembley looking to become a reality, according to The Daily Mail. White Heart Lane and Stamford Bridge are set for some changes. Therefore, the Spurs and the Blues have been looking out for alternatives during the proceedings. Chelsea looked to be set on a three season deal (2017-2020) at Wembley worth £15 million per season, but are now facing competition from Tottenham. The Blues want an exclusive use of the national stadium but are now…

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Chelsea gossip: Blues target gets confirmed exit and Mourinho vows to stay at Stamford Bridge

Steve Green

Saturday’s biggest Chelsea news and transfer rumour roundup. Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho says it was not his decision to sign defender Papy Djilobodji, 26, from Nantes on transfer deadline day, The Independent reports. The 26-year-old moved to Stamford Bridge in a £4m deal in an effort to bolster the Blues’ defensive options after they failed to sign Everton centre back John Stones, despite tabling several bids for the Englishman. Tottenham Hotspur are open to entering a Wembley ground share agreement with Chelsea to avoid the London clubs trying to outbid…

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Chelsea news: Stones move could now be easier, and Pogba reportedly agrees pre-contract move

Jordan Harris

Here is Thursday’s news and gossip concerning Chelsea: The Blues have been dealt a major blow in their pursuit of Paul Pogba, after the Daily Express suggested that the Juventus man had reportedly agreed a pre-contract deal with Barcelona. The Catalan side’s transfer ban means that a deal can only go through in January. John Stones could be about to sign a new contract with Everton, but the 21-year-old is keen to ensure that the fresh terms make a Stamford Bridge switch easier, according to the Daily Mirror. The England international…

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Chelsea news: Players-plus-cash deal planned for Pogba, but Stones refuses to demand move

Jordan Harris
pogba juventus

Here is Sunday’s news and gossip concerning Chelsea: The Blues are planning to offer both Juan Cuadrado and Ramires in a bid to land Juventus talisman Paul Pogba, according to the Daily Star. The pair’s futures at Stamford Bridge appear to be very uncertain following the arrival of Barcelona winger Pedro. Chelsea’s hopes of landing Everton defender John Stones appear to have been a dealt a blow, after the Daily Star claimed that the 21-year-old does not plan to hand in a transfer request. Jose Mourinho plans to test the…

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Chelsea gossip: Blues to SHARE Wembley with Spurs and fresh Stones bids expected

Steve Green
stones

Sunday’s biggest Chelsea news and transfer rumours. Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has warned Everton he will not stop bidding for England defender John Stones, 21, despite having one £20m offer rejected, the Daily Mirror reports. The Blues made an offer for the England international on Friday, only to see it knocked back. Mourinho says his Premier League-winning team does not need major surgery although he has told his players they will have to perform even better than they did last season, the Observer reports. Much of Mourinho’s transfer dealings may…

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Arsenal vs Aston Villa – FA Cup Final Preview

Stephen Donovan

An intriguing FA Cup final sees Arsenal aim to win the competition for a record 12th time against an Aston Villa side for whom success would be their first since 1957. Arsenal will be the favourites to retain the crown they won in dramatic fashion by beating Hull City a year ago, but they never seem to make it easy for themselves at Wembley. The semi-final against Championship strugglers Reading was a prime example as the Gunners struggled for fluency and needed an enormous goalkeeping error to win in extra…

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