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Premier League: Liverpool snap Man City’s 23-match winning streak at home | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: An 80th-minute goal from Trent Alexander-Arnold secured Liverpool a 1-1 draw as Jurgen Klopp's side snapped leaders Manchester City's 23-match winning run at the Etihad on Saturday.With the draw Liverpool salvaged a point while City's remarkable winning stretch at home across all competitions came to an end. City however remain top the table on 29 points after 13 games.Liverpool have 28 points.Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp made his displeasure clear at the early kick-off time on the back of an international break where both sides had players who had been in World Cup qualifying action in South America little over 72 hours ago.Fatigue appeared a factor as the expected fireworks failed to materialise.The best chances before the break came from City pouncing on sloppy Liverpool pa...
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Pep Guardiola defends Manchester City in financial fair play case, says the team must be considered innocent until proven guilty

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has claimed he is a “big fan” of financial fair play and that clubs who break its rules must be punished. There has been tremendous pressure on his club Manchester City of late regarding financial fair play rules, with them more than 100 charges of contravening the Premier League’s regulations. After Everton were deducted 10 points for a single breach, there has been speculation that if City’s charges are proven they may face more serious action, including relegation. City however continue to deny wrongdoing and Guardiola said on Friday he would not walk out on his contract, which runs to the end of next season, even if they were demoted to League One. Guardiola was asked whether he would consider his position should City be found guilty and releg...
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Erik Ten Hag and his rocky year at Manchester United

“An era can come to an end,” Erik Ten Hag had said over a year ago about Man City and Liverpool’s duopoly when he was passed the mantle of Manchester United coach. On Wednesday night, as his United players stood broken and battered at the end of a 0-3 drubbing to Newcastle United which eliminated them from the League Cup, he must have realised that this particular ‘era’ at Old Trafford is a long way from being over. Last year, after the 10th matchday, United were 7th with five wins, two draws and three losses. This year, they are 8th, having already lost five matches. So what has changed in this one year for the club? If you believe the murmurs around, United have only regressed as a team with no signs of improvement forthcoming. Damning stats like Erling Haaland having scored 11 times ...
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Premier League: Tottenham Hotspur hold on to top spot thanks to arch-rivals Arsenal’s win over Manchester City

Arsenal finally ended its 12-game losing streak to Manchester City in the Premier League after Gabriel Martinelli scored in the 87th minute Sunday to secure a 1-0 win over the defending champion. In a cagey match that featured few quality chances for either side, substitutes Kai Havertz and Martinelli combined for a late winner that made the Emirates crowd erupt. Havertz laid the ball off for Martinelli whose shot from outside the area took a deflection to wrongfoot City goalkeeper Ederson. It was a goal that put an end to six years of demoralizing league defeats against City — including a 3-1 loss at home last season that helped Pep Guardiola’s team finish five points above Arsenal. The team’s 12-match losing streak against City in the league was the longest against any opponent in the...
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Arsenal vs Manchester City: A season-defining game awaits

The last time Arsenal secured full three points against Manchester City, in the Premier League, the days before the Christmas of 2015, Arsene Wenger was in charge. His side were in hunt for the title, but eventually finished 10 points behind fairytale artistes Leicester City. Pep Guardiola had not yet made up his mind to descend next season at the Etihad. The game extended City’s abysmal record at the Emirates to one win in 19 bouts. Wenger, in a profusion of optimism, said this “victory could fuel the title charge.” Seven years and 15 meetings later, Arsenal are yet to taste a victory in the league against a club that is vaulting into the hall-of-famer territory, if they already have not. Until last year, when Arsenal demonstrated their title-contending prowess until crash-burning towa...
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Cole Palmer, Nicolas Jackson, and Raheem Sterling on scoresheet as Chelsea thrash Burnley 4-1 | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Chelsea showcased their resurgence by securing consecutive Premier League victories for the first time since March, overcoming an early setback to trounce Burnley 4-1 in Saturday's encounter.Eager to put an end to their streak of four consecutive home defeats upon their return to the top flight this season, newly promoted Burnley sprang into a surprising 15th-minute lead, with Wilson Odobert scoring his inaugural goal in English football, leaving the visitors momentarily stunned.Chelsea initially struggled to respond until, in the most unfortunate circumstances, Ameen Al Dakhil netted an own goal just three minutes before halftime, levelling the score for Mauricio Pochettino's squad.Having previously notched a win in their last 19 matches when conceding the opening goal in th...
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Fans go berserk as Scott McTominay scores twice in injury time to earn Manchester United 2-1 win vs Brentford | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Scott McTominay emerged as the hero for Manchester United, netting two crucial late goals to rescue his team from what could have been another humiliating defeat.The match against the visiting team took an unexpected turn when Mathias Jensen secured the lead for them during the first half. Manchester United's makeshift defence appeared vulnerable against the opposition's offensive prowess. Goalkeeper Andre Onana had an opportunity to make a better save but only managed to get a feeble hand on the ball. At halftime, Casemiro was substituted for Christian Eriksen in an attempt to bolster United's efforts, but the team continued to struggle to regain control of the game.Scott McTominay thought he had finally secured a late equalizer for United, but the goal was ultimately ruled ...
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Premier League: Early twist in title race as Manchester City go down to Wolves as Arsenal hammer Bournemouth, Manchester United lose

Hwang Hee-chan scored the winner as Wolverhampton Wanderers ended champions Manchester City’s perfect start to the Premier League season with a shock 2-1 home win on Saturday. The defeat at Molineux was City’s second loss in five days, after Newcastle United dumped them out of the League Cup, and dashed the leaders’ hopes of stretching their season-opening run to seven league wins in a row. A Ruben Dias own goal sent Wolves 1-0 up in the 13th minute, Pedro Neto’s shot deflected in off the Portuguese player’s knee, but Julian Alvarez levelled the score with a bending free kick in the 58th. Thanks for your support, City fans 🩵 🐺 2-1 ⚪️ #ManCity pic.twitter.com/79h8gabDFq — Manchester City (@ManCity) September 30, 2023 Hwang restored the home side’s lead against the run of play in the 66t...
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Premier League: Bruno Fernandes’ stunning strike lifts Manchester United in 1-0 win over Burnley | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Manchester United found relief in a crucial 1-0 victory against Burnley on Saturday, ending a three-game losing streak and alleviating the early-season crisis that had enveloped the club. The match's defining moment came courtesy of United's captain, Bruno Fernandes, whose stunning strike just before half-time secured the much-needed win.Fernandes showcased his match-winning quality when he expertly volleyed the ball into the net after receiving a pinpoint long pass from Jonny Evans. The goal marked a return to form for the Portuguese midfielder and breathed new life into Manchester United's campaign.The victory propelled the Red Devils to eighth place in the Premier League table, offering some respite for manager Erik ten Hag, who had faced mounting pressure in recent weeks....
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Premier League: Man United humbled at home by Brighton – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Manchester United's woes deepened as Brighton secured a surprising 3-1 victory at Old Trafford in Saturday's Premier League showdown.Erik ten Hag's team was rattled by a first-half strike from former United forward Danny Welbeck, followed by goals from Pascal Gross and Joao Pedro in the second half, extending Brighton's lead.Hannibal Mejbri's first goal for the club was no consolation for United, who were booed off at the final whistle.It was United's second successive defeat after their 3-1 loss at Arsenal before the international break.With three defeats in five league games already this season, United are languishing in 12th place and have the look of a club in turmoil on and off the pitch.Ten Hag appeared to have stabilised United last season when he ended the club's six-...
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Premier League: Manchester City storm back to beat West Ham 3-1 | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Jeremy Doku, Bernardo Silva, and Erling Haaland found the net in the second half as Manchester City staged a comeback from a one-goal deficit to defeat West Ham United 3-1 at the London Stadium on Saturday, reclaiming the top spot in the Premier League table.Liverpool had briefly taken the lead with a 3-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, but Manchester City mounted a strong second-half performance in an exhilarating match to secure the crucial three points.City should have gone ahead in the seventh minute, but a goal-line clearance by Tomas Soucek and a good save from Alphonse Areola kept the game scoreless.The visitors spurned another great opportunity when Josko Gvardiol whipped a ball across the box but Haaland swept his effort wide of the goal, much to the relief of ...
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Declan Rice strikes in stoppage time as Arsenal leave it late to sink Manchester United | Football News – Times of India

LONDON: Arsenal's record signing Declan Rice opened his Arsenal account with a goal deep in stoppage time before Gabriel Jesus wrapped up a thrilling 3-1 victory against Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday.It looked as though both sides would have to settle for a point when United had a late goal disallowed after Arsenal had earlier seen a penalty overturned, but Rice sent the home fans into delirium with a deflected shot in the 96th minute.Brazilian striker Jesus then produced a sublime finish after a counter-attack with United having committed everyone forward.The home fans serenaded Rice after the game as the England midfielder provided his most telling contribution since signing from West Ham United for a reported 105 million pounds ($132 million)."I think I controlled...
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Salah scores in Liverpool’s 3-0 win over Aston Villa as speculation swirls about his future

Mohamed Salah put aside intense speculation about his future by scoring again for Liverpool in its dominant 3-0 win over Aston Villa that made it three straight victories in the Premier League for Jürgen Klopp’s team on Sunday. Salah, the subject of a reported bid on Friday worth 150 million pounds (USD188 million) by Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia, tapped home a finish in the 55th minute to round off the scoring at Anfield as Liverpool built on recent wins against Bournemouth and Newcastle. Dominik Szoboszlai drove in the opening goal in the third minute before Villa right back Matty Cash unwittingly guided the ball into his own net in the 22nd after Darwin Núñez hit the post and the ball rebounded out. Liverpool stayed unbeaten and on 10 points from four games heading into the internation...
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EPL: Liverpool maintain unbeaten start with dominant win over Aston Villa | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Liverpool displayed shades of their dominant Jurgen Klopp era as they secured a resounding 3-0 victory over Aston Villa at Anfield on Sunday, extending their unbeaten start to the new Premier League season.Goals from Dominik Szoboszlai, netting his first for the club, and the prolific Mohamed Salah, combined with Matty Cash's unfortunate own goal, secured three crucial points for Liverpool.This victory narrows the gap between the Reds and league leaders Manchester City to just two points, positioning Liverpool as strong contenders early in the campaign.The manner of the victory and a commendable tally of 10 points from their challenging opening four fixtures have rekindled hopes of a title challenge among Liverpool supporters.In the seasons following Liverpool's long-awaited ...
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EPL: Erling Haaland’s hat-trick helps Manchester City thrash Fulham 5-1 | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Manchester City's prolific striker Erling Haaland showcased his goal-scoring prowess by netting a second-half hat-trick, leading his team to a resounding 5-1 victory over Fulham on Saturday. The Premier League leaders continued their impeccable start to the season, maintaining a perfect 100% record.The champions wasted no time asserting their dominance as Julian Alvarez and Nathan Ake found the back of the net early on, setting the tone for the match. City has now triumphed over Fulham in their last 15 league meetings and top the Premier League table with an impressive 12 points from four games.However, it was Haaland who once again stole the spotlight with his clinical finishing. Haaland's predatory instincts were on full display at the Etihad Stadium, where he scored a memo...
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Everton ends Premier League goal drought in 2-2 draw with Sheffield United

Everton finally ended its Premier League goal drought in a 2-2 draw at Sheffield United on Saturday, with both teams earning their first point of the season. Arnaut Danjuma equalized for the visitors in the 55th minute and Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford made a double save in stoppage time to preserve the draw.Most Read 1 India vs Pakistan Live Score, Asia Cup 2023: Showers in Pallekele ahead of Pakistan’s chase of 267 2 Masaba Gupta says people thought father Vivian Richards left her ‘hundreds of crores’, so she didn’t need to work See More Everton was the only team to not score a single goal in the opening three rounds but Abdoulaye Doucoure bundled in the rebound after a corner to put Sean Dyche’s team ah...
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Liverpool’s Konate, Thiago out for Villa match – Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konate and Thiago will miss this weekend’s Premier League game at home to Aston Villa due to injuries, manager Juergen Klopp said, while giving little away on the club’s possible transfer activity on Friday’s deadline day. France centre back Konate is battling a muscle issue and missed last weekend’s comeback win over Newcastle United, while Brazil midfielder Thiago underwent hip surgery before the start of the season and has suffered a setback in his recovery. Liverpool will also be without captain Virgil Van Dijk for Villa’s visit to Anfield on Sunday after the centre back was sent off for a foul on Newcastle’s Alexander Isak. “Ibou (Konate) will not be ready for the game,” Klopp said. “Curtis (Jones) is back in training fully. Thiago started training with the tea...
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EPL: Darwin Nunez grabs 2-1 win for 10-man Liverpool against Newcastle | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Darwin Nunez's impactful performance from the bench propelled Liverpool to a thrilling 2-1 victory over Newcastle United in the Premier League on Sunday. The victory showcased Liverpool's resilience after captain Virgil van Dijk received a straight red card early in the first half.The match began with an unexpected twist as Trent Alexander-Arnold, who had already received an early yellow card, inadvertently gifted Newcastle United the lead in the 25th minute. A mis-controlled ball allowed Anthony Gordon to capitalise and slide it past goalkeeper Alisson Becker.Liverpool's situation took a further blow just after two minutes later when Virgil van Dijk was shown a straight red card by referee John Brooks for a challenge on Alexander Isak just outside the penalty area. With the ...
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EPL: Manchester City’s unbeaten start continues with win over Sheffield United | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Manchester City's unbeaten start to the Premier League season was extended on Sunday when Rodri sealed a 2-1 victory over Sheffield United after Erling Haaland scored once and missed a chance for the champions.Haaland hit the post with a penalty attempt in the first half before his header put City ahead after the break at Bramall Lane.City were on the verge of dropping points when Jayden Bogle levelled against the run of play with just five minutes remaining.Rodri saved City with a stunning strike three minutes later, sending Pep Guardiola's team to the top of the table after three victories in a row.City's latest triumph came without Guardiola, who was watching on television while recovering from back surgery in Barcelona.The City manager was in close contact with his deputy...