City Defeat Highlights Newcastle’s Entry into a High-Stakes Arena | Andy Brassell – SCCG Management
In terms of tangible achievements, domestic cups might be the peak following the Carabao Cup semi-final first-leg defeat. Experiencing something for the first time is unparalleled, especially when it’s within recent memory. Among all the advancements Newcastle has made since the Saudi acquisition in 2021, the Carabao Cup remains a magical milestone. While Champions League […]
The three ages of Michael Carrick … and what they say about Manchester United
From his competitive debut to his first spell as interim, the former midfielder has seen much at Old Trafford over the past two decades 23 August 2006, Charlton 0-3 Manchester United The 25‑year‑old new signing was eased into United’s midfield as a second-half substitute in the second game of the season, having picked up a small […]
AFCON 2025 semi-finals: Predictions & betting picks
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has delivered an intriguing tournament so far, and only the very best remain in the hunt for a place in the final. This semi-final lineup features four of the continent’s five highest-ranked nations according to the latest FIFA World Rankings, underlining the quality on display. Many of the teams […]
Arteta Laments Arsenal’s Injuries Ahead of Carabao Cup Semi-final at Chelsea – SCCG Management
Manager seeks ‘solution’ for defensive issues Saliba and Trossard uncertain for Wednesday’s first leg Mikel Arteta admitted Arsenal needs to address their defensive injuries to continue their pursuit in four competitions. Arteta made the comments after disclosing that William Saliba may not play in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final against Chelsea on […]
Arteta rues Arsenal’s injury list before Carabao Cup semi-final trip to Chelsea
Manager hopes to find ‘solution’ to defensive problems Saliba and Trossard doubts for first leg on Wednesday Mikel Arteta has acknowledged that Arsenal must overcome their injury problems in defence if they are to maintain their challenge in four competitions. Arteta spoke after revealing that William Saliba is a doubt for the first leg of […]
Liam Rosenior to hold talks with Sterling and Disasi over Chelsea futures
Players had been frozen out under Enzo Maresca Chelsea’s preference would be to move players on Liam Rosenior will hold talks with Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi before deciding whether the pair have a future at Chelsea. The head coach, who wants to assess his new squad before concluding whether signings are required this month, […]
Lord Coe backs Jamaica track with $100K donation
Prime Minister of Jamaica, Andrew Holness. Jamaica Information Service / Yhomo Hutchinson World Athletics President Lord Sebastian Coe announced a US$100,000 donation to support Jamaican track and field members affected by Hurricane Melissa during his two-day visit to the island. The announcement came last Tuesday at the Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association headquarters in Kingston during […]
Football Bet of the Day: Dutch delight for goal-backers on Wednesday
After seeing Tuesday’s column in Hamburg postponed, Wednesday’s Football Bet of the Day sees me focus on the KNVB Beker, and I’ve highlighted a goals-based selection in one of the fixtures. ⚽️ AZ vs Ajax 🇳🇱 KNVB Beker ⏰ Wednesday 14 January, 20:00 AZ welcome Ajax to the AFAS Stadion on Wednesday night in the […]
Wednesday’s football tips: Chelsea star Enzo 3/1 for a card in semi-final clash with the Gunners
Liam Rosenior got off to a flying start as Chelsea boss at the weekend but now faces his first major test as the Blues host Arsenal in the EFL Cup semi-finals tonight. An FA Cup tie away to Charlton was a potential banana skin for Rosenior but his dugout debut ended in a 5-1 victory. […]
Semenyo and Cherki give Manchester City edge over Newcastle after VAR storm
Eddie Howe was not exactly overjoyed to learn that, instead of being cup-tied, Antoine Semenyo was free to play for Manchester City. Sure enough the Newcastle manager’s worst fears were realised as Semenyo – who had played in the competition this season for Bournemouth – scored City’s opener and had an another “goal” disallowed before […]