The Eagles battled their way to a 1-0 win over Bournemouth in mid-week, a result that was made all the more impressive by the fact that Palace played over 70 minutes of the contest with 10 men following the early dismissal of Mamadou Sakho.
They go to this game unbeaten in their last six matches, having won five of those. In their last 10 matches Fenerbahce have two losses only, and six clean sheets. They have three straight clean sheets going to this game and have scored in 12 of their last 15 matches. Fenerbahce have conceded two or more goals in four of their last 15 matches but scored two or more in 11 of their last 15.
Uncertainty over Eriksen's future has been one of the dark clouds hanging over Tottenham since the Champions League final. Out of contract next summer and out of sorts on the pitch, Mourinho dismissed a pre-match question about continuity being the reason for the Dane's absence by stating that he needed to know "what is in his mind and his heart". Mourinho has never been one for accepting passengers on his managerial journey and evidently, he is not about to start now.
MAN OF THE MATCH - Lionel Messi (Barcelona) There was a level of intrigue over how and where Messi would play in a Setien team. The Argentine still had something of a free reign to roam wherever he liked, but was largely positioned as the man to lead the line through the centre. This gave Messi the kind of influence he hasn’t had for a number of years.
Cantwell has impressed for Norwich this season and it could have been a different result had he taken his chance just before the interval, opening up his body and curling a shot that was pushed out by De Gea. They shocked champions Manchester City earlier in the season at Carrow Road but could not repeat the result this time as they were thoroughly outplayed and have now conceded 45 league goals, more than any other team.
The Telegraph reports that players are confused by the Spaniard's selections, tactics and instructions, and that there is a growing sentiment inside the squad that Emery should be sacked to get Arsenal back on track. A source told Telegraph Sport: “The problem is the coach. He still makes bad decisions and changes his tactics.
BOUNCES JUST WIDE! That must have been just INCHES away from finding the back of the net with Duarte getting on the end of a corner kick, but his header bounces just past the post. Ter Stegen wasn't sure about that. GOAL! Barcelona 3-1 Alaves (Messi). It's that man again! He has saved Barcelona and has scored the goal that surely seals the points in the bag for his side! Messi! Messi! Messi! What a goal from the Argentine! He had four Alaves players around him on the edge of the box, but he strikes from distance and makes it 3-1! 74’ PENALTY KICK TO BARCELONA! The referee has decided that it was indeed a handball from Ximo and points to the spot.
It was just not needed for people who are not involved in football trying to tell footballers what to do with their money. I found that so bizarre. Tennis Legends Special! In a very special 'lockdown' edition of the Tennis Legends vodcast, defending Wimbledon champion Simona Halep gives her views on the cancellation of the tournament this summer.
Eintracht Frankfurt are set to host an out-of-form Wolfsburg side this Saturday at Commerzbank-Arena in the German Bundesliga. Wolfsburg enjoyed an impressive 9-game unbeaten run at the start of the Bundesliga season. However, their form has dropped considerably in recent weeks, losing both of their last two Bundesliga games.
No teenager has ever scored more goals in a single season in all competitions for United than Greenwood (17 - level with George Best in 1965-66, Brian Kidd in 1967-68 and Rooney in 2004-05). West Ham's Antonio has scored eight goals in the Premier League since the restart, the joint-most of any player alongside Raheem Sterling. He now has 10 Premier League goals this season - his best tally in a single campaign in the competition.
Lovren has helped the club to this year's Premier League title, making 10 appearances in the top flight during the campaign. Overall, he has made 131 league appearances for Liverpool, scoring five goals, and also won the 2019 Champions League with the club. Zenit and other clubs are thought to have believed Lovren's deal ran out in summer 2021 but the option of a further year on his contract means Liverpool may be able to command a bigger fee for him.
Brisbane Roar and Adelaide United will face each other in the upcoming match in the A League. Brisbane Roar this season have the following results: 5W, 4D and 6L. Meanwhile Adelaide United have 8W, 0D and 7L. This season both these teams are usually playing attacking football in the league and their matches are often high scoring.
Six League One clubs, including Sunderland, Portsmouth and Ipswich, have said they want to continue the season. We think it's the right thing to do," Portsmouth chief executive Mark Catlin told BBC Radio 5 Live. The Premier League are currently trying to do it, the Championship are starting next week with regards to commencing training, and we think that we've got a moral obligation to our supporters, stakeholders, sponsors, a whole array of people.
Kevin Maguire: In New Zealand you couldn't play with out a referee and couldn't challenge for the ball from behind or the side of the player in possession. Ed Waddington: Indeed, that is still a rule. I've come to like it though, as it removes the usual brawls associated with five-a-side. Steve Doig: I manage a Wednesday night eight-a-side team. I have always loved soccer but since I turned 41 I love it more, playing with mates under the lights is what it's all about.
SubstitutionPosted at 82' Substitution, Bologna. Gianmarco Cangiano replaces Nicola Sansone. Posted at 81' Offside, Bologna. Stefano Denswil tries a through ball, but Rodrigo Palacio is caught offside. Posted at 80' Attempt missed. Riccardo Orsolini (Bologna) left footed shot from outside the box is close, but misses to the left. Assisted by Rodrigo Palacio. SubstitutionPosted at 79' Substitution, Juventus.
Individuals have also been at the forefront of the fundraising charge. AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic launched a "Kick the Virus Away" campaign on Thursday, putting in the first 100,000 euros himself, and his fund has passed the 250,000 euros mark. Others, including SPAL striker Andrea Petagna, Napoli captain Lorenzo Insigne, Torino forward Simone Zaza and Juventus winger Federico Bernardeschi, have raised or donated more than 430,000 euros between them.
The 35-year-old has shown no signs of letting up which poses the question as to whether one more move might be on the cards? Video - Juve 'desperate' to sell Ronaldo quickly due to coronavirus crisis - Euro Papers01:30 STUNNING STATISTICS In terms of statistics, Ronaldo has picked up from where he left off last season notching 25 goals in 32 appearances across all competitions.
Everton with Carlo Ancelotti needs a win here to fight for a place in Europa League next season and after a loss against Manchester City last week and after the lose in derby of Liverpool against Liverpool in midweek in Cup they needs a win here. Against Brighton I think they will win. Everton is in 11th place with 25 points while Brighton is in 14th place with 24 points.
This will be one of the most interesting matches today in Spain Primera and I believe that we will see here at least even four goals. I was watched both rivals a lot of times this season but also and in Super cup in Saudi Arabia, in last two weeks. I think that Barcelona is better team and they are closer to win, but Valencia on the other side is team who is traditionally making a lot of problems to them. We will see what will happen this time, but I believe, as I said before in at least four goals here.
Lampard has given youth a chance this season with Mason Mount, a regular starter, also impressive against Liverpool. The diminutive Gilmour really caught the eye though with his incisive passing, tackling and fearlessness on the ball. Lampard could hardly contain the smile when asked about the player snapped up from the Rangers academy.
| Team | Events |
Wins | Draws |
Losses | Goal difference |
Points |
1 | Bayern Munich |
19 | 15 |
1 | 3 |
43 | 46 |
2 | Borussia Dortmund |
19 | 13 |
1 | 5 |
20 | 40 |
3 | Union Berlin |
19 | 8 |
7 | 4 |
3 | 31 |
4 | Hoffenheim |
19 | 9 |
4 | 6 |
10 | 31 |
5 | Freiburg |
19 | 8 |
6 | 5 |
8 | 30 |
6 | Bayer Leverkusen |
18 | 8 |
5 | 5 |
12 | 29 |
7 | FC Koeln |
19 | 7 |
7 | 5 |
-2 | 28 |
8 | RB Leipzig |
19 | 8 |
4 | 7 |
13 | 28 |
9 | Mainz 05 |
19 | 8 |
3 | 8 |
6 | 27 |
10 | Eintracht Frankfurt |
18 | 7 |
6 | 5 |
2 | 27 |
11 | Bochum |
19 | 7 |
2 | 10 |
-10 | 23 |
12 | Borussia Moenchengladbach |
18 | 6 |
4 | 8 |
-9 | 22 |
13 | Hertha Berlin |
19 | 6 |
4 | 9 |
-17 | 22 |
14 | Wolfsburg |
19 | 6 |
3 | 10 |
-13 | 21 |
15 | Augsburg |
18 | 4 |
6 | 8 |
-11 | 18 |
16 | VfB Stuttgart |
19 | 4 |
6 | 9 |
-11 | 18 |
17 | Arminia Bielefeld |
18 | 3 |
8 | 7 |
-8 | 17 |
18 | Greuther Fuerth |
18 | 1 |
3 | 14 |
-36 | 6 |