Goal Zone: November 2014

Sunday, November 30, 2014

Ander Herrera: 'I want to establish myself at Manchester United'

Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera has admitted that he wants to establish himself at Old Trafford, despite speculation...

Arsenal interested in Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane

Arsenal have entered the race to sign Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane in the next transfer window, according to reports.The...

Albert Riera refutes Udinese poker sacking allegations

Former Liverpool winger Albert Riera has claimed that his departure from Udinese was a mutual arrangement, rather than being...

Atletico Madrid 2-0 Deportivo La Coruna : Atleti cruise past Deportivo

Goals either side of half time from Saul and Arda Turan were enough for Atletico Madrid to beat Deportivo La Coruna and...

Louis van Gaal: 'I have improved Wayne Rooney'

Louis van Gaal has claimed that Wayne Rooney has improved since he took charge at Manchester United this summer.The striker...

Liverpool's Glen Johnson to consider Roma free transfer

Serie A outfit Roma are eager to agree a deal for Liverpool right-back Glen Johnson to move to Italy in the summer, according...

Sebastian Giovinco wanted by Torino

Torino have reportedly expressed an interest in signing Juventus forward Sebastian Giovinco.The 27-year-old has struggled...

Gerard Pique: Cristiano Ronaldo the "perfect machine"

Barcelona defender Gerard Pique has described Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo as the "perfect machine" and praised the Portugal...

Nissan: 'No Africa Cup of Nations concerns'

Nissan's global director Andreas Sigl has told Sports Mole that the motor company has no concerns regarding their sponsorship...

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard: 'No fallout with Brendan Rodgers'

Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard has rubbished reports of a fallout between him and Reds manager Brendan Rodgers.Recent...

Manchester City 'will not be bullied into Sergio Aguero sale'

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini has warned potential suitors that the club have no intention of selling star striker...

Tim Krul to miss "four or five games"

Alan Pardew has revealed that Newcastle United will be without Tim Krul for "four or five games" after the goalkeeper picked...

Arsenal to launch £15m bid for Newcastle United's Moussa Sissoko

Arsenal are looking to make a £15m bid for Newcastle United midfielder Moussa Sissoko in January, according to reports.Arsene...

Jose Mourinho unconcerned by Diego Costa absence for Tottenham Hotspur visit

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has played down the significance of losing talisman Diego Costa to suspension for Wednesday's...

Sunderland plan Christian Atsu bid

Sunderland have reportedly identified Christian Atsu as a transfer target for January's window, despite the striker currently...

Arsenal to launch £15m bid for Newcastle United's Moussa Sissoko

Arsenal are looking to make a £15m bid for Newcastle United midfielder Moussa Sissoko in January, according to reports.Arsene...

Glenn Hoddle: 'Yaya Toure form is affecting Manchester City'

Glenn Hoddle believes that Manchester City are playing well below par this season due to the form of Yaya Toure.Manuel Pellegrini's...

Manchester City 'make £17m move for Layvin Kurzawa'

Manchester City have launched a surprise £17m bid for Monaco left back Layvin Kurzama, according to reports.The Daily Star...

Manchester United 'give Radamel Falcao April deadline'

Manchester United have reportedly given striker Radamel Falcao until April to his worth in the Premier League before deciding...

Ander Herrera backs David de Gea to become 'world's best goalkeeper'

Ander Herrera has claimed that his Manchester United teammate David de Gea has every chance of becoming "the best goalkeeper...

Brendan Rodgers: 'Incredible Simon Mignolet answered critics'

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has hailed under-fire goalkeeper Simon Mignolet for his performance in this afternoon's...

Paul Lambert: "We should have won it"

Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert believes that his side should have taken all three points from their Premier League clash...

David Beckham's Miami 'want Everton's Tim Howard'

Everton keeper Tim Howard is reportedly set to be David Beckham's first signing for his MLS franchise in Miami.The former...

Real Sociedad manager David Moyes 'targets deal for Charlie Adam'

New Real Sociedad manager David Moyes could attempt to lure Stoke City's Charlie Adam away from the Premier League in Janaury,...

Jose Mourinho unconcerned by Diego Costa absence for Tottenham Hotspur visit

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has played down the significance of losing talisman Diego Costa to suspension for Wednesday's...

Manchester City to make January move for Wilfried Bony

Manchester City are reportedly interested in signing Swansea City's Wilfried Bony when the transfer window reopens in the...

Albert Riera sacked by Udinese after playing poker

Former Liverpool winger Albert Riera has been sacked by Serie A side Udinese after going AWOL to play a game of poker.The...

Wigan Athletic line up Ryan Giggs to replace Malky Mackay

Wigan Athletic have reportedly added Ryan Giggs to their shortlist of candidates to replace Malky Mackay if the current...

Leicester City line up Tony Pulis to replace Nigel Pearson

Leicester City are reportedly lining up Tony Pulis as a replacement for Nigel Pearson as the board grow increasingly frustrated...

Manuel Pellegrini: 'We will make Frank Lampard decision in December'

Manuel Pellegrini has revealed that Frank Lampard's Manchester City future will be decided in the next month.The 36-year-old...

Louis van Gaal: 'Robin van Persie can play better'

Louis van Gaal has admitted that he was "pleased" to see Robin van Persie end his goal drought in Manchester United's 3-0...

Ruud Gullit: 'Chelsea should be disappointed with Sunderland display'

Ruud Gullit feels that Chelsea should be disappointed with their level of performance in their 0-0 draw against Sunderland.The...

Aaron Ramsey: 'We have regained our momentum'

Aaron Ramsey feels that Arsenal have regained their momentum in their season following back-to-back wins this week.The Gunners...

Ander Herrera: 'Manchester United are lucky to have Radamel Falcao'

Ander Herrera believes that Manchester United are extremely lucky to have a player of Radamel Falcao's ability at their...

Manuel Pellegrini not worried by nine-point Chelsea deficit

Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini has admitted that he is not concerned by his side's nine-point deficit to Chelsea...

Arsenal in £8m January swoop for Tyrone Mings

Arsenal are reportedly ready to turn to Ipswich Town defender Tyrone Mings if they fail in their bid to land Borussia Dortmund's...

Mauricio Pochettino: 'I have confidence in Roberto Soldado'

Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino has insisted that he has faith in striker Roberto Soldado.The 29-year-old has...

Jose Mourinho lifts Chelsea's Christmas ban

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has lifted the club's Christmas party ban after being impressed with his team's recent performances.The...

Swansea City hitman Wilfried Bony has hinted that his proposed move to Liverpool was nothing more than speculation.The Ivory...

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has hinted that he would jump at the chance to return to the club in a coaching capacity.The...

Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal wants Robin van Persie to have more influence on games if he is to keep his place...

Sunderland winger Adam Johnson feels that his side can use the belief given to them by their performances against the top...

Arsenal arrive at the Hawthorns off the back of a fine 2-0 victory against Borussia Dortmund in midweek and will hope to...

Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew has admitted that he would like to re-sign Yohan Cabaye, but does not believe that the...

Joleon Lescott: 'Sergio Aguero as good as any striker'

West Bromwich Albion defender Joleon Lescott has praised former teammate Sergio Aguero, having said that he is 'as good...

Malaga vs. Real Madrid Preview

Real Madrid travel to take on Malaga this weekend looking to put some points between themselves and the chasing pack in...

Hertha Berlin vs. Bayern Munich Preview

Bayern Munich take on Hertha Berlin in the Bundesliga this weekend looking to return to winning ways following a disappointing...

Rennes vs.AS Monaco Preview

Just two points separate Rennes and Monaco in the Ligue 1 table as they prepare to go head to head on Saturday. This weekend's...

Paris Saint-Germain vs. Nice Preview

A victory over Nice this weekend will keep Paris Saint-Germain hot on the heels of Ligue 1 leaders Marseille. Laurent Blanc's...

Arsene Wenger defends "committed" Nacho Monreal

Arsenal manger Arsene Wenger has defended Nacho Monreal, claiming that the Spanish defender does not get enough credit. Monreal...

Jose Mourinho reveals Andre Schurrle illness

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has revealed that German winger Andre Schurrle has been struggling with an illness in recent...

Alan Pardew: 'December will be a crucial month'

Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew believes that December will be the defining month in the season for his side and the other...

Swansea City hitman Wilfried Bony has hinted that his proposed move to Liverpool was nothing more than speculation.The Ivory...

Arsene Wenger won't rush into transfer market

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has insisted that he will not be rushed into bringing new players into the club in January, despite...

Marseille extended their lead at the top of Ligue 1 to four points with a 2-0 victory over Nantes tonight.First-half goals...

Real Sociedad have won their first home match under new manager David Moyes after Carlos Vela scored a hat-trick in their...

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has claimed that finishing fourth in the Premier League table is the minimum requirement...

Gus Poyet has described Chelsea as "by far the best" side in the Premier League this season ahead of their visit to the...

Jermaine Jenas joins BBC Sport on full-time contract

Former England midfielder Jermaine Jenas has signed a two-year contract to become a full-time football pundit with the BBC.The...

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has brushed off rumours concerning his future at Anfield after bookmakers tipped him to...

Radamel Falcao, Marcos Rojo in line for Manchester United return

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has revealed that striker Radamel Falcao is in contention to return from injury...

A move to Manchester United appears to be in doubt for Former Barcelona goalkeeper Victor Valdes as he has reportedly stopped...

Antonio Valencia has said that he is happy to play in a variety of positions while Manchester United are short of players...

Everton manager Roberto Martinez has insisted that James McCarthy's recurring hamstring issue is a "serious problem".The...

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has confirmed that Mario Balotelli remains out of contention for tomorrow's match against...

Younes Kaboul, Danny Rose, Nacer Chadli, Etienne Capoue and Emmanuel Adebayor all returned to Tottenham Hotspur training...

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has brushed off rumours concerning his future at Anfield after bookmakers tipped him to...

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has warned Robin van Persie that he is not immune from being dropped.The former...

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has laughed off reports linking Lionel Messi with a move to Stamford Bridge.The Barcelona...

David Silva, Edin Dzeko remain absent for Manchester City

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini has insisted that there have been "no complications" regarding David Silva's recovery...

Alan Pardew "surprised" by Newcastle United form

Alan Pardew has admitted that he is "surprised" by Newcastle United's turnaround in form in the Premier League in recent...

FIFPro, the worldwide players’ union, and FIFA today announced the 15 midfielders shortlisted for the FIFA FIFPro World...

Sunday, November 30, 2014

Saturday, November 29, 2014