EXCLUSIVE: Michael Essien looking forward to coming ‘home’ to Chelsea
Michael Essien is looking forward to returning “home” to Chelsea this summer and expects to be part of the Blues’ plans for next season. The…
Premier League Archives: 05/2013
Arsenal transfers: QPR’s Julio Cesar focusing on Confederations Cup
Julio Cesar says his future beyond the summer is still unclear as the Queens Park Rangers goalkeeper prepares for the Confederations Cup in his native…
West Ham United: Olympic Stadium ‘will exceed fans’ expectations’
West Ham United vice-chairman Karren Brady believes the club’s move into the Olympic Stadium in Stratford will deliver a ground that “exceeds” supporters’ expectations. The…
Rafael Benítez leaves Chelsea with his reputation enhanced
Rafael Benítez leaves Chelsea with his reputation enhanced after weathering a Stamford Bridge storm and leading the club to Europa League glory. The 53-year-old was,…
Frank Lampard: I thought I’d be leaving Chelsea this summer
Frank Lampard admits he thought he was set to leave Chelsea this summer before he agreed a one-year contract extension last week. Speculation had been…
Rafael Benítez: It would be ‘quite difficult’ for me to take Everton job
Rafael Benítez admits that he would find it “quite difficult” to take over at Everton should he be offered the job this summer. The Spaniard,…
He’s a great role model! Redknapp hails Man United legend Beckham
Harry Redknapp has hailed former England captain David Beckham as a “great role model” after the midfielder announced his retirement. The 38-year-old, who lifted the…
Liverpool’s Jamie Carragher: I wish I’d won the Premier League
Jamie Carragher has admitted his disappointment at Liverpool’s failure to win the Premier League title during the centre-half’s 16-year Reds career. The 35-year-old will captain…
Roberto Mancini paid the price for transfer failures at Man City
Roberto Mancini’s sacking is harsh treatment for the manager who guided Manchester City to their holy grail but the Italian has paid the price for…
No more pussyfooting! Redknapp vows to discipline QPR squad
Harry Redknapp has vowed to shake up his Queens Park Rangers squad and sort out the club’s disciplinary problems ahead of next season. The Hoops…
David Moyes is the perfect choice for Man United, says Harry Redknapp
Harry Redknapp believes Everton manager David Moyes is the “perfect choice” to succeed Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United. The 71-year-old Red Devils boss is…
Mark Hughes remains tight-lipped on Everton speculation
Mark Hughes has refused to rule himself out of the running to replace David Moyes should the Everton boss succeed Manchester United manager Sir Alex…
Chelsea 2 Tottenham 2: Player ratings
Chelsea Petr Cech Could probably have done better – or at least something – for Emmanuel Adebayor’s goal but did little else wrong and should…
Man United’s Sir Alex Ferguson set to retire at the end of the season
Sir Alex Ferguson will retire at the end of the season after a 26-year reign at Manchester United. The 71-year-old has won a staggering 38…
Rafael Benítez defends David Luiz after Old Trafford controversy
Rafael Benítez has launched a staunch defence of David Luiz after the Chelsea defender was pictured smiling moments after hitting the deck against Manchester United.…
QPR’s Harry Redknapp eyes an immediate return to Premier League
Harry Redknapp is eyeing an immediate return to the Premier League and says he will take a pay cut to extend his reign at Loftus…
Juan Mata wary of ‘amazing’ Gareth Bale ahead of top-four showdown
Juan Mata has warned his Chelsea team-mates that they must keep Gareth Bale quiet when Tottenham travel to Stamford Bridge on Wednesday. Spurs head to…
Liverpool 0 Everton 0: Three lessons as Gerrard shines at Anfield
Gerrard excels With Philippe Coutinho employed in the pocket behind Daniel Sturridge, Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard was asked to slot in beside Lucas Leiva as…
Chelsea high on confidence ahead of Man United clash, says Benítez
Rafael Benítez says Chelsea will head to Manchester United on Sunday full of confidence as they look to take another step towards Champions League qualification.…
It’s not Warnock’s fault! Fernandes accepts blame for QPR’s relegation
Tony Fernandes says he is to blame for Queens Park Rangers’s relegation from the Premier League – and not former manager Neil Warnock. Earlier this…
He wasn’t laughing! QPR’s Harry Redknapp defends Jose Bosingwa
Harry Redknapp insists Jose Bosingwa was “choked up” by Queens Park Rangers’s relegation after the defender was accused of laughing at his club’s plight. The…