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Christian Falk explains how close Liverpool came to appointing Amorim before ‘bitter’ plot twist

In a parallel universe, we could now be talking about Ruben Amorim rather than Arne Slot as the next head coach of Liverpool. For most of April, the Sporting Lisbon boss had seemed the leading contender to take over from Jurgen Klopp this summer, but that proposed move ultimately didn’t happen.

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Ethan Wheatley delighted being named U18 Man Utd Player of the Year.

Ethan Wheatley is delighted being named U18 Manchester United Player of the Year. The striker was granted the Jimmy Murphy Award this week. Wheatley told manutd.con: "It's a great club with a massive history, especially in the Academy as well.

Soccer News / Tribal Football / 10 minutes ago

Man Utd midfielder Casemiro: I play at centre-half to help my teammates

Manchester United midfielder Casemiro says he's willing to continue to fill in at centre-half. Casemiro has had to play out of position due to injury issues with the centre-halves.

Manchester United News / Tribal Football / 15 minutes ago

Man Utd boss Ten Hag: We must repay fans for never losing faith

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag is convinced by the strong bond between the fans and players. United won their final game at Old Trafford for the season against Newcastle in midweek.

Manchester City News / Tribal Football / 10 minutes ago

Man City boss Guardiola: My critics gave me energy

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is happy to have proven his critics wrong. Guardiola is on the brink of an unprecedented fourth consecutive Premier League title triumph.

Chelsea FC News / Tribal Football / 23 minutes ago

Chelsea boss Pochettino: Fans need to trust us

Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has urged fans to keep "trusting" him and is staff. Victory against Bournemouth tomorrow will secure a sixth place finish for the Blues.

Chelsea FC News / Tribal Football / 29 minutes ago

Chelsea boss Pochettino: We need to back and trust James

Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino is keen for Reece James to get a full preseason under his belt. James was sent off in victory at Brighton, having only made his return last week.

Tottenham Hotspur News / Tribal Football / 11 minutes ago

Tottenham boss Postecoglou insists no second thoughts

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou insists he's not had any second thoughts about the job after defeat to Manchester City. Spurs were beaten in a game where Postecologu let loose on the state of the club in the aftermath.

Arsenal FC News / Tribal Football / 12 minutes ago

Arsenal boss Arteta insists it's title or bust

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta insists it's title or bust tomorrow. The Gunners must beat Everton tomorrow and hope Manchester City are defeated by West Ham in order to win the Premier League title.

Everton FC News / Tribal Football / 32 minutes ago

Dyche doesn't like Everton being title spoiler

Everton boss Sean Dyche doesn't like the idea of being a title spoiler. Arsenal need to beat Everton on Sunday and hope Manchester City lose to West Ham to win the Premier League title.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / 4 minutes ago

Watch: Carragher declares ‘Klopp is the Shankly of this era’ in fitting tribute

Jurgen Klopp’s imminent departure from Liverpool is leading to an understandable amount of praise for the boss, with Jamie Carragher adding his thoughts.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / 14 minutes ago

Losing the EPL title on the Final day – Why it’s happening and what can Arsenal do about it?

It won’t happen this year unfortunately. I knew it after the Villa game, but I got sucked in again. I thought maybe Spurs could do us a favour and, credit to them, they played better than I expected them to.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / 13 minutes ago

'I can say that…': €80m-rated midfielder reacts to Tottenham transfer interest

Morten Hjulmand has now responded to links with a move to Tottenham Hotspur on the back of an impressive season with Sporting CP. Tottenham Hotspur are looking to reinforce their squad ahead of next season as they look to provide Ange Postecoglou with the needed resources to take them to the next level.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / 16 minutes ago

Manchester United Predicted Lineup vs Brighton for May 19

Manchester United conclude their Premier League campaign away at Brighton this coming Sunday, May 19. Kick-off is at 4 PM at the Amex Stadium. It has been a chaotic and indifferent season for the Red Devils, with European football on the line on the final day.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / 24 minutes ago

Could Manchester City look to restock their defence this summer?

As Manchester City continue their preparations for Sunday’s pivotal game against West Ham, the summer transfer window is looming in the background. It has the potential to be a busy summer window for the world champions.

Skidding Whitecaps in search of quality vs. rival Sounders

The Vancouver Whitecaps opened the month of May vying for first place in Major League Soccer's Western Conference. But Vancouver (5-4-3, 18 points) has failed to score a goal in three matches this month and has dropped into seventh entering its Cascadia Cup clash Saturday at the Seattle Sounders (3-6-4, 13 points).

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / 1 hour ago

Manchester City have received a massive boost ahead of Sunday’s must win match against West Ham

Manchester City has received a major boost ahead of Sunday’s must win game against West Ham. Pep Guardiola’s side must beat the Hammers to clinch a fourth consecutive Premier League title.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / 41 minutes ago

Lionel Messi likely to return when Inter Miami face D.C. United

Lionel Messi looks set to return to Inter Miami's lineup on Saturday night when the Herons host D.C. United in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Messi missed Wednesday night's scoreless draw at Orlando City with a knee issue, marking the fifth league match he has failed to appear in for Eastern Conference-leading Miami (8-2-4, 28 points).

Aston Villa News / Esteemed Kompany / 4 minutes ago

Manchester City are preparing for more final day drama

Manchester City are currently continuing their preparations for the final Premier League game of the season. Pep Guardiola’s side will face West Ham on Sunday at the Etihad Stadium.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / 7 hours ago

St. Louis City eyes bounce-back at streaking FC Cincinnati

Like most MLS teams this weekend, St. Louis City FC and host FC Cincinnati will have to manage the rigors of a short turnaround when they meet Saturday night.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / 45 minutes ago

Agent says Tottenham star would be perfect for Manchester City

Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky Van de Ven has emerged as a standout performer in his debut Premier League season, seamlessly integrating into Ange Postecoglou’s XI.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / 12 minutes ago

Blow for Tottenham: Ange confirms midfielder is now a doubt for the final game

Tottenham Hotspur have struggled big time in the final stretch of the season, losing 5 out of their last 6 Premier League games. As a result, Spurs missed the chance to secure a coveted Champions League spot, failing to capitalise on Aston Villa’s inconsistent form.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / 5 minutes ago

Why is Arsenal letting Arthur Okonkwo leave despite his fine form at Wrexham?

Arthur Okonkwo is reportedly set to leave Arsenal as a free agent despite his heroics in goal for Wrexham in League Two. He joined them on loan this season as he searched for game time.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

NYCFC vs. New York Red Bulls: Where MLS' Hudson River derby could be won or lost

The Hudson River Derby kicks off on Saturday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m. ET.

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Aston Villa News / Last Word On Sports / 14 minutes ago

Manchester City Confirm Major Injury Concern Ahead of Season Finale

Manchester City might have to play without Kevin De Bruyne in their title-deciding clash against West Ham on Sunday. The star midfielder was forced off with an ankle injury against Tottenham in mid-week.