Leonardo Bonucci can’t defend – Capello
Former AC Milan boss Fabio Capello says Leonardo Bonucci “can’t defend” and was fortunate to play in a system that suited him at Juventus.
Kane proud of Messi & Ronaldo-like numbers
Harry Kane called it an “honour” to rival two of the “best players ever” in Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of his goal-scoring exploits over the last year.
Firmino nets double as Liverpool run riot
Liverpool recaptured fourth place in the Premier League table with a comfortable 5-0 victory over rock-bottom Swansea City on Tuesday.
Lingard brace rescues Mourinho’s men
Manchester United’s lingering Premier League title hopes were dealt another blow despite them coming from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 with Burnley on Tuesday.
Morata, Alonso grounds Brighton
Goals from Alvaro Morata and Marcos Alonso gave Chelsea a 2-0 win over Brighton and Hove Albion and moved the reigning Premier League champions to within a point of second-placed Manchester United.
Records tumble for inspirational hat-trick hero Kane
Record-breaking Harry Kane stole the show with a second hat-trick in as many games as Tottenham smashed Southampton 5-2 at Wembley, the striker setting a new record of 39 Premier League goals in a calendar year in the process.
Burnley can contend in Europe – Mourinho
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho believes fellow Premier League side Burnley can challenge for a European place this season.
Guardiola plays down City ‘fatigue’ concerns
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola dismissed concerns tiredness could prove to be the undoing of his high-flying side.
Great to end year with El Clasico win – Messi
Lionel Messi revelled in Barcelona’s El Clasico victory over LaLiga titleholders Real Madrid as he shared his joy on social media.
Shearer confident Kane will break Premier League record
Alan Shearer said with confidence that Harry Kane will break his Premier League record as he raved about the free-scoring Tottenham star.