Mikel Arteta has defended his substitution of captain Martin Ødegaard in Arsenal’s 0-0 draw against Everton by insisting it was a “tactical decision.” The Gunners were held in a stalemate at Emirates Stadium during which, despite chasing a goal, Arteta replaced influential playmaker Ødegaard in the 62nd minute for teenager Ethan Nwaneri. Editor’s Picks 2…
Steven Fletcher was on the scoresheet for Wrexham. Photo by Ben Roberts Photo/Getty Images Wrexham’s automatic promotion hopes were dealt a blow on Saturday as Cambridge United scored a late equaliser to see Phil Parkinson’s side drop points at home for only the second time this season. Dan Nlundulu’s 89th-minute penalty rescued a point for…
Liverpool twice came from behind to draw 2-2 with Fulham at Anfield on Saturday afternoon in the Premier League. The Cottagers got themselves in front in the 11th minute when Andreas Pereira converted from Antonee Robinson‘s cross, with an effort that was helped into the goal by Andrew Robertson‘s block. The Scotland international featured heavily…
By Lori Ewing LIVERPOOL, England, Dec 14 (Reuters) – Liverpool’s Diogo Jota bagged a last-gasp equaliser to salvage a breathless 2-2 Premier League draw for the 10-man Reds at Anfield on Saturday, with Arne Slot’s men twice roaring back from a goal down. Liverpool remained top of the table on 36 points and with a…
Arsenal spurned several chances as they were held to a 0-0 draw at home by a defensively resilient Everton in the Premier League on Saturday. The hosts dominated possession but lacked their typical intensity and were often left frustrated by goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, who made a string of fine saves, while Everton barely troubled David…
Dec 14, 2024, 11:23 AM ET Mikheil Kavelashvili, the only candidate nominated by the ruling Georgian Dream party, was selected as Georgia’s president. Davit Kachkachishvili/Anadolu via Getty Images Former Manchester City player Mikheil Kavelashvili became president of Georgia on Saturday. Kavelashvili, 53, was the only candidate on the ballot and easily won the vote given the…
Lee Jae-sung scored two goals for Mainz in their Bundesliga clash against Bayern Munich. Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images Mainz’ Lee Jae-Sung scored either side of the break as the hosts stunned Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich 2-1 on Saturday to snap their unbeaten league run this season. South Korea international Lee struck four minutes before the…
Atalanta set a club record with their 10th consecutive Serie A win when they beat Cagliari 1-0 on Saturday and extended their advantage at the top of the standings thanks to Nicolò Zaniolo‘s goal and their keeper’s heroics. Cagliari were the better side in the opening half but Atalanta’s Marco Carnesecchi kept the game scoreless…
Dec 14, 2024, 09:50 AM ET AC Milan’s players need to improve their attitude and live up to the rich history of the club, manager Paulo Fonseca said on Saturday ahead of a Serie A game against Genoa on Sunday which will mark the Rossoneri‘s 125th anniversary. Fonseca ripped into his side on Wednesday, questioning…
Dec 14, 2024, 08:59 AM ET Leicester City held Chelsea to a 1-1 draw in the WSL. Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images Leicester City held Chelsea to a 1-1 draw in the WSL. Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images Leicester City put a stop to Chelsea’s perfect start in the Women’s Super League (WSL) on Saturday as the…