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Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi staying positive after ‘frustrating’ Fulham draw
Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi staying positive after ‘frustrating’ Fulham draw
Roberto De Zerbi was frustrated with Brighton’s 1-1 draw against Fulham but insisted there were positives to their performance at Amex Stadium. Joao Palhinha’s stunning 65th-minute equaliser cancelled out Evan Ferguson’s opener as Fulham fought to earn a point on the road. And De Zerbi believes the Seagulls lacked a cutting edge on a day where they rued missed first-half opportunities. “I am really frustrated and disappointed with the result,” De Zerbi said. “I think we played a great game, especially three days after the Ajax game at home (a 2-0 win in the Europa League). It was a fantastic first half but we could have scored more. “In the second half we played well. We conceded a goal only in one moment and when we lost distances we lost balance and then there was only one team on the pitch (Fulham). “Last season we lost three points against Fulham and this season we dropped another two points and we are frustrated with the result.” Ireland international Ferguson scored Brighton’s opener with a quality finish past goalkeeper Bernd Leno and into the bottom corner. But boss De Zerbi insisted his striker is not playing at his full capacity despite scoring five times in 10 appearances in the Premier League. He added: “Ferguson is not in his best moment but he’s a different player for us and a different type of striker we have in the squad and I think he could play better but he’s not in the best moment, he played a good game.” Fulham boss Marco Silva believes Fulham were not at their best and showed Brighton “too much respect”. He said: “In the first half we did not reach the standards we should if we want to compete at this level. We were not sharp enough to play the way we would like to play. “We were not aggressive and showed them too much respect. They won most of the challenges and we were not at the level with the pressure. “They won most of the second balls, we cannot be erratic if we want to play under pressure and make the right decisions. The goal we conceded is a good example and we have to make better decisions and be less erratic. “I have to give credit to the players in the second half in the way they believed and they expressed themselves on the pitch.”
2023-10-30 01:45
AC Milan vs Newcastle - Champions League: TV channel, team news, lineups & prediction
AC Milan vs Newcastle - Champions League: TV channel, team news, lineups & prediction
Preview of Milan's Champions League meeting with Newcastle, including team news, how to watch on TV and live stream, predicted lineups and score prediction
2023-09-17 20:29
Jude Bellingham injures Atletico Madrid player during derby defeat
Jude Bellingham injures Atletico Madrid player during derby defeat
Jude Bellingham is suspected to have caused Angel Correa's knee ligament injury with a strong tackle during the Madrid derby.
2023-09-27 22:20
Ex-world number one Wozniacki announces return to tennis
Ex-world number one Wozniacki announces return to tennis
Former world number one Caroline Wozniacki announced Thursday she is set to return to professional tennis, three years after retiring...
2023-06-29 22:57
Virginia RB Perris Jones walks out of Louisville hospital after spinal surgery, rehab
Virginia RB Perris Jones walks out of Louisville hospital after spinal surgery, rehab
Virginia running back Perris Jones is leaning on memories of his days as a walk-on for the Cavaliers to remind him that patience is essential, and rewarding
2023-11-29 08:25
Man United midfielder Casemiro will miss the team's next Premier League match because of injury
Man United midfielder Casemiro will miss the team's next Premier League match because of injury
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro will miss the Premier League game against Sheffield United because of injury
2023-10-19 23:46
Ange Postecoglou’s four new signings breathe fresh life into different Tottenham
Ange Postecoglou’s four new signings breathe fresh life into different Tottenham
Something is different at Tottenham: check the table, they are top and playing like league leaders as well. Ange Postecoglou’s side returned there after confidently asserting their superiority over Fulham in this comfortable 2-0 win in north London. Tottenham extended their best start to a season since 1960 with a helping hand from the visitors, who were hapless, and Calvin Bassey, who was culpable for both goals and fortunate it wasn’t more. Spurs, in essence, scored the same goal twice, with Bassey giving away possession with a loose pass into midfield and Micky van de Ven sharply intercepting on the half-way line. Son dispatched the first on 36 minutes after dancing past Bassey and curling into the top corner; then Son set up James Maddison to double their lead shortly after half-time. The finish, again, was ruthless. Spurs could have been out of sight long before then had Richarlison and Dejan Kulusevski been as clinical, but a seventh victory out of nine so far in the Premier League never felt in doubt after Son continued his own excellent start to the campaign. Spurs enjoyed periods of control and flowed forward dangerously. There was, significantly, a sense that Tottenham’s players were enjoying this. Clearly, that is mirrored in the stands as well: if Postecoglou has arrived and convinced Tottenham they can be something new, the fans chosen to be fun and carefree. It is not surprising, therefore, that that spirit has been brought by those who did not play here under Antonio Conte or Nuno Espirito Santo or Jose Mourinho, and who embody the fresh start that Postecoglou has been able to make. The Australian’s four summer signings who started against Fulham, in Maddison, Van de Ven, goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario and Destiny Udogie, were all outstanding again. If Postecoglou’s presence has lifted Spurs, they are the ones who carry his message onto the pitch. Maddison’s quality is obvious in every touch, as is the idea that he has taken responsibility to drag Tottenham out of the existential crisis they faced here last season. The centre-back Van de Ven has become an unlikely fan favourite, bringing an energy and enthusiasm into every defensive action. Tottenham’s two goals would not have been scored without him and it was an illustration of why the German has become so appealing to the fans here: he wants this, and he’s doing it for you. Add in the quality that was already here and this Tottenham side has the makings of something exciting: how good this team really is remains to be seen, but another remarkable aspect of the transformation under Postecoglou is how those who appeared beaten and washed out last season have been revived. Son is devastating again, Kulusevski threatening with every touch, his dribble returning to such a fine, gliding motion. Perhaps most extraordinarily of all, Cristian Romero has emerged as the calm head guiding the defence. Yet in the first half, it was Udogie who shined brightest in spells, the 20-year-old a fearless example of what Tottenham are now all about. In his hybrid role from full-back, the Italian is already becoming vital to this attacking, dangerous Spurs, often playing further forward then Maddison when Postecoglou’s side have possession. Udogie, with his ability to receive the ball with back to goal, absorb pressure, and then shrug it off like a discarded cloak, offered a threat that Fulham struggled to pin down – the visitors breathed a sigh of relief when he was removed as Tottenham went 2-0 up. Udogie went off to a standing ovation. Son turned and beckoned for more. Meanwhile, there is Vicario, who looks as if he won’t concede a goal ever again. Already with the best save percentage in the Premier League before Monday night, the Italian has stepped in to give Tottenham a secure and reassuring presence. The goalkeeper appears built to handle the nervy moments that invariably come with playing for Tottenham, a part that Hugo Lloris, for all his years here, never felt quite fit for. Because for all that Tottenham were dominant against Fulham and the only team who ever looked capable of winning, there have previously been times where such a script has gone wildly off course. On 12 minutes, Vicario was there with an excellent leap and strong left arm to deny Palhinha’s free header, in what was the visitors’ first attack. It was a moment that came after a spell of overwhelming Tottenham dominance, and therefore a natural point for them to concede. But Fulham barely threatened again until it was too late. Silva’s side were a mess at the back, the absence of Issa Diop at the back compounded by Bassey’s woefully inaccurate performance. Fulham teased Tottenham with their reckless play into midfield: it may have worked in the past, against a passive Spurs, but Van de Ven and the excellent Pape Matar Sarr snapped into challenges and from there Fulham leaked chances like a sieve. And so, Postecoglou’s different Spurs left the Premier League table looking as it did at the start of the weekend: Tottenham are back at the top and looking down. Read More Tottenham Hotspur vs Fulham LIVE: Latest Premier League updates Ange Postecoglou hopes Tottenham can offer fans ‘escape’ from Israel-Hamas conflict Tottenham reveal Rodrigo Bentancur injury update as key midfielder nears return Can Tottenham’s best-ever Premier League start really go the distance? 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2023-10-24 05:51
Rovanpera takes Estonia Rally lead as penalised Tanak dominates
Rovanpera takes Estonia Rally lead as penalised Tanak dominates
World champion Kalle Rovanpera swept into the lead in the Estonia Rally on Friday taking the two stages that desperate local driver...
2023-07-22 01:46
Infantino defends FIFA decision to expand Women's World Cup
Infantino defends FIFA decision to expand Women's World Cup
FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Friday hit back at critics of the decision to expand the Women's World Cup to 32 teams, saying, "I'm sorry...
2023-08-18 15:15
Castellanos, Boston College put 2-game winning streak on the line against Haynes, Georgia Tech
Castellanos, Boston College put 2-game winning streak on the line against Haynes, Georgia Tech
Two programs enjoying offensive success with transfer quarterbacks will match 3-3 overall records when Boston College visits Georgia Tech. The Eagles are led by former UCF quarterback Thomas Castellanos and will put their two-game winning streak on the line
2023-10-20 02:20
AEW Full Gear 2023: How to watch, times and match card
AEW Full Gear 2023: How to watch, times and match card
All Elite Wrestling's Full Gear pay per view takes place on Saturday November 18th from the KIA Forum in Inglewood, California and will be the company's penultimate big show of the year. The show is headlined by AEW Champion Maxwell Jacob Friedman, aka MJF, defending the championship against the leader of Bullet Club Gold Jay White. MJF will also compete on the Zero Hero pre-show where he defendes his Ring of Honor Tag Titles with Samoa Joe against White's stablemates The Gunns. Other big matches on the card include a Texas Death Match as part of the bitter feud between Adam 'Hangman' Page and Swerve Strickland, a number one contenders tag team match with The Young Bucks taking on their friend Kenny Omega and his new partner Chris Jericho. Elsewhere, AEW owner Tony Khan has promised the unveiling of a new signing which Khan has teased to be 'one of the best wrestlers in the world.' With that in mind here is all the information you need in order to enjoy the show. How to watch: In the United States, Full Gear will be available to order on BR Live. Elswhere it is available on DAZN or FITE. In Canada it is also available on PPV.com. Full listings and prices below. United States - BR Live ($49.99) Canada - DAZN, PPV.com ($49.99) UK - DAZN, FITE (£16.99) Ireland - DAZN, FITE (€18.99) Australia - DAZN,FITE ($29.99) What time is Full Gear on? Full Gear will have a 'Zero Hour' pre-show starting one hour before the main card starts. United States and Canada - Zero Hour (7PM ET, 4PM PT), Main Show (8PM ET, 5PM PT) UK and Ireland - Zero Hour (12AM GMT), Main Show (1AM GMT) Australia - Zero Hour (11AM AEDT) Main Show (12PM AEDT) AEW Full Gear Match Card: AEW World Championship: MJF (C) vs. Jay White Ladder Match for AEW World Tag Team Championship: Ricky Starks and Big Bill (C) vs. FTR vs. Kings of the Black Throne vs. La Faccion Ingobernable TBS Championship: Kris Statlander (c) vs. Skye Blue vs. Julia Hart The Golden Jets vs The Young Bucks Texas Death Match: Adam 'Hangman' Page vs Swerve Strickland AEW International Championship: Orange Cassidy (c) vs. Jon Moxley AEW Women's World Championship: Hikaru Shida (c) vs. Toni Storm Sting, Darby Allin and Adam Copeland vs. Christian Cage, Luchasaurus and Nick Wayne Zero Hour: Ring of Honor World Tag Team Championship: MJF (c) and Samoa Joe vs The Gunns Ring of Honor World Championship: Eddie Kingston (c) vs Jay Lethal Claudio Castagnoli vs Buddy Matthews
2023-11-18 19:52
Bronny James plays piano, dines out in video, photos emerging days after he suffers cardiac arrest
Bronny James plays piano, dines out in video, photos emerging days after he suffers cardiac arrest
Bronny James is playing piano and dining out with his family in video and photos posted days after he suffered cardiac arrest
2023-07-30 01:45