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Willian’s touch of class leads Fulham to win over Sheffield United
Willian’s touch of class leads Fulham to win over Sheffield United
Willian rolled back the years as Fulham cruised to a 3-1 victory over Sheffield United. The 35-year-old Brazilian produced a stunning display, cementing his side’s win with a third goal following Bobby De Cordova-Reid’s strike and an unfortunate Wes Foderingham own goal. United’s only goal also came when Antonee Robinson put into his own net. Fulham – looking to bounce back from their 2-0 defeat to west London rivals Chelsea on Monday – started strongly and in the sixth minute Willian picked the ball up on the left and beat his man on the outside before De Cordova-Reid failed to convert his inch-perfect delivery. Willian was off the pace on Monday but he looked to make up for it with surging runs forward, one which nearly set up Vinicius before his own shot inside the box was saved by Foderingham after 19 minutes. Play halted for an extended period after Blades skipper Chris Basham suffered a serious ankle injury which saw him carried off on a stretcher with the score at 0-0. But the Willian show resumed immediately and Fulham went close when the former Chelsea winger combined with Vinicius on the break before a quality defensive tackle denied the hosts taking the lead after 40 minutes. Sheffield United were being outfought, they rarely had meaningful touches in Fulham’s territory and their first-half performance begged the question as to where their chances would come from. Their hosts always looked the favourite to get the first goal. And Fulham should have done just that but they squandered the best chance of the match so far during 14 minutes added-time. Willian ghosted his marker with his explosive acceleration before he produced another exceptional cross to the feet of countryman Andreas Pereira who somehow found a way to sky his chance from six yards out. Fulham’s wasted chances were a reminder as to why their five league goals are the joint-lowest in the Premier League this season. But in the 53rd minute the Cottagers took a deserved lead through De Cordova-Reid. Fulham transitioned quickly and a splitting pass from Pereira set the Jamaica international through before he held his nerve to convert past Foderingham and give the hosts a 1-0 advantage. But in the 67th minute Sheffield United forced an own goal to level the score at 1-1. Fulham’s Issa Diop went down injured but the Blades refused to kick the ball out and Yasser Larouci’s dangerous cross cannoned off Antonee Robinson into his own net. The goal was far from deserved but the Cottagers paid the price for their earlier missed chances which opened the door for the opportunistic visitors to strike. However substitute Tom Cairney bailed his side out when his long shot forced an own goal and gave Fulham the lead. The Scot let fly, hitting the crossbar and the ball bounced on to the back of the well-beaten Foderingham and into the net as Fulham took a 2-1 lead in bizarre circumstances. Willian got the goal he deserved in the eighth minute of stoppage time with a powerful shot that beat Foderingham and settled the game. Read More Scott McTominay’s brilliant rescue act cannot camouflage abject Man United’s lack of plan and purpose Raheem Sterling makes Chelsea statement as Mauricio Pochettino’s plan starts to take shape
2023-10-08 01:25
'Team with best bowlers' will win World Cup, says Pakistan's Shadab
'Team with best bowlers' will win World Cup, says Pakistan's Shadab
Pakistan's spin bowling all-rounder Shadab Khan Sunday said the team with the strongest bowling unit, capable of stemming the runs on India's batting-friendly pitches...
2023-10-02 01:29
Spain World Cup win reality check for Wiegman and triumph for Vilda
Spain World Cup win reality check for Wiegman and triumph for Vilda
England went into the Women's World Cup final dreaming of global domination but their 1-0 loss to Spain -- and the nature of it -- was a reality check that...
2023-08-21 07:45
How 2 critical Aaron Boone mistakes cost the Yankees against the Rangers
How 2 critical Aaron Boone mistakes cost the Yankees against the Rangers
Yankees skipper Aaron Boone might have blown the first game of their series vs the Rangers because of these managerial mishapsThroughout his stint as the Yankees manager, Aaron Boone has picked up a lot of heat from Yankees fans due to poor team performance, bad bullpen management, bench/injury ...
2023-06-24 21:52
Cleveland Sports Radio Dials It Up to 11 After Crushing Browns' Loss
Cleveland Sports Radio Dials It Up to 11 After Crushing Browns' Loss
The Cleveland Browns allowed a golden opportunity to slip out of their hands by failing to preserve a late lead against the Seahawks in Seattle afternoon. P.J.
2023-10-30 20:59
Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister joins Liverpool from Brighton
Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister joins Liverpool from Brighton
Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has signed for Liverpool for a reported initial fee of 35 million pounds ($43.6 million) to mark the start of an expected rebuild by the club
2023-06-08 18:52
College Football Playoff committee also prepared to kill Pac-12 with 12-team plans
College Football Playoff committee also prepared to kill Pac-12 with 12-team plans
The College Football playoff is planning to ignore the Pac-12 when it comes to playoff consideration. What else can this conference endure before it completely dissolves?
2023-08-29 05:20
FPL Gameweek 10: Best midfielder replacements for Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes
FPL Gameweek 10: Best midfielder replacements for Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes
The best FPL replacements for Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes in Gameweek 10, including Bukayo Saka and Son Heung-min.
2023-10-27 05:58
Draisaitl stars as the Oilers beat the Predators 6-1 for their first win of the season
Draisaitl stars as the Oilers beat the Predators 6-1 for their first win of the season
Leon Draisaitl had two power-play goals and two assists, and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Nashville Predators 6-1 for their first win of the season
2023-10-18 11:21
Kaka's perfect teammate
Kaka's perfect teammate
Kaka selects the best teammates he's ever had throughout his legendary footballing career.
2023-06-06 19:21
Luis Rubiales accused of sexual assault and coercion by Spanish state prosecutor
Luis Rubiales accused of sexual assault and coercion by Spanish state prosecutor
Spanish state prosecutors have accused Luis Rubiales of sexual assault and coercion for kissing a player on the lips without her consent after the Women’s World Cup final, the country’s prosecutors’ office said Friday.Rubiales, the now-suspended president of the Spanish soccer federation, kissed Jenni Hermoso on the lips during the awards ceremony after Spain beat England to win the title on Aug. 20 in Sydney, Australia.Prosecutors presented a case against Rubiales to Spain’s National Court in Madrid two days after Hermoso formally accused him of sexual assault.According to a sexual consent law passed last year, Rubiales could face a fine or a prison sentence of one to four years if found guilty of sexual assault. The new law eliminated the difference between “sexual harassment” and “sexual assault,” sanctioning any unconsented sexual act.Prosecutors added Friday that Rubiales could have committed an act of coercion when, according to Hermoso, he pressured her to speak out in his defense immediately after the scandal erupted regarding his behavior. Rubiales has insisted the kiss was consensual. Hermoso has denied that in statements issued by her and her players’ union.Prosecutors have asked the judge that Rubiales appear before a court to give preliminary testimony.If the National Court judge agrees the hear the case, it would lead to a formal court investigation that will end with a recommendation for the case to either be dismissed or go to trial.Hermoso, a 33-year-old forward, now plays for Mexican club Pachuca after a long career with top Spanish and European clubs, including Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Atletico Madrid. She returned to her Mexican club on Thursday.The 46-year-old Rubiales faces threats other than a possible criminal trial. He was suspended from his post by Fifa on Aug. 27, a day after he refused to step down when he delivered a defiant speech to the general assembly of his federation in which he said he was victim of a “witch hunt” by “false feminists.” Rubiales was banned from his post for 90 days while Fifa disciplinary judges consider his case. Soccer’s governing body can impose sanctions on individuals ranging from warnings and fines to suspensions from the sport.Rubiales also faces action from the Spanish government. A government legal panel overseeing sports has opened a probe to determine if he abused his authority by kissing Hermoso or tainted the image of Spain with his conduct. He faces being deemed unfit to hold his post for up to two years.Rubiales’ behavior at the final, which included a lewd crotch grab while next to dignitaries including Spain’s queen and teenage princess, combined with his controversial speech have tarnished the Women’s World Cup title and damaged his own federation.Spain’s women’s players have said they won’t play again for their nation until big changes are made in the federation. The federation fired coach Jorge Vilda, but the players have yet to say if they consider that sufficient. Read More Luis Rubiales could face criminal charges after Jenni Hermoso accuses Spanish FA president of sexual assault Dear men, a kiss is never just ‘a kiss’ Spanish soccer player Jenni Hermoso accuses Luis Rubiales of sexual assault for World Cup kiss
2023-09-08 20:51
Will Luka Modric leave Real Madrid in January?
Will Luka Modric leave Real Madrid in January?
90min looks at whether Luka Modric could leave Real Madrid in the January transfer window after the Croatian midfielder expressed concerns over his lack of playing time.
2023-10-14 19:55