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Mauricio Pochettino makes staunch defence of Chelsea's transfer policy
Mauricio Pochettino makes staunch defence of Chelsea's transfer policy
Mauricio Pochettino has defended Chelsea's transfer policy, admitting he was aware of the plans for the squad before he joined the club.
2023-08-26 02:28
Wolves stun Manchester City to end the champions’ winning run at Molineux
Wolves stun Manchester City to end the champions’ winning run at Molineux
Gutsy Wolves stunned Manchester City to pull off a shock 2-1 win and end the champions’ winning run. Hwang Hee-chan’s second-half winner earned the hosts a brilliant battling victory at Molineux. Julian Alvarez’s free-kick cancelled out Ruben Dias’ early own goal but Pep Guardiola’s side were unable to find a way back from Hwang’s strike. They were aiming to win their first seven Premier League games for the first time but instead were beaten by a combative and fired-up Wolves. Defeat puts a fresh spin on next Sunday’s trip to Arsenal, with the Gunners now a point behind the leaders, after Wednesday’s Champions League game at RB Leipzig. For Wolves boss Gary O’Neil it represents vindication for his methods, with the manager having come under early fire this season. Few, though, would have expected the result to come against City. Erling Haaland went close to Matheus Nunes’ cross as, predictably, the visitors dominated early but found Wolves tough to break down. Nunes was the obvious pantomime villain, having effectively gone on strike to force his eventual £53million deadline-day move to City from Wolves. So there was even more delight from the home fans when Wolves stunned Guardiola’s men after 13 minutes. Mateo Kovacic’s loose pass hit Phil Foden which allowed Pedro Neto to seize on the mistake and tear past Nathan Ake. He powered his way down the right, avoiding Ake’s desperate lunge, to race into the area and Dias deflected his cross past Ederson from close range. Neto remains Wolves’ man of the moment, their spark, having given Liverpool nightmares two weeks ago and scored in the 1-1 draw at Luton, but Wolves had been in this position before and faltered. They faded badly after a fine first half against Liverpool to lose and a promising display on O’Neil’s debut at Manchester United yielded nothing. Wolves needed results to back up their grit and determination but Rayan Ait-Nouri gifted Foden a way through in a sloppy moment to underline the fragile nature of their lead. City were left frustrated, Jeremy Doku was haphazard and Haaland engaged in a physical battle with Craig Dawson, while Foden and Nunes were ineffective. As expected, City had plenty of the ball but the Wolves wall stood firm and there was even a degree of control from the hosts when in possession. Guardiola, in the stands serving a touchline ban, had seen enough and hauled Nunes off for Oscar Bobb at the break. Opposite number O’Neil continued to conduct his men from the sidelines as Wolves dug in, while weak Haaland and Alvarez efforts did little to trouble Jose Sa. Yet the hosts’ resistance was broken after 58 minutes. Wolves were still fuming Matheus Cunha’s demands for a free-kick were turned away after a quick break. City went up the other end and Joao Gomes barged into the back of Bobb 20 yards out for Alvarez to then curl his free-kick into the top corner. It was the cue for the visitors to ramp up the pressure in a barnstorming half and Dawson cleared off the line before Sa turned Manuel Akanji’s shot wide. They proved crucial as Hwang turned up the heat on City to grab the winner after 68 minutes. Nelson Semedo was sent dashing down the right and his cross was cleared as far as Hwang, whose shot was blocked by Dias. It fell for Cunha to keep his cool and lay the ball off to Hwang to sweep in from six yards. Molineux erupted and then braced for the expected City onslaught. Kalvin Phillips curled wide and Kyle Walker shot at Sa, yet there was no comeback as Wolves deservedly held on. Read More Pep Guardiola takes positives from Man City display despite Carabao Cup exit Man City’s Carabao Cup exit reveals an Erling Haaland problem Newcastle substitutes take charge to end Man City’s quadruple dream at the first hurdle Kai Havertz off the mark for Arsenal in rampant 4-0 win at Bournemouth West Ham too strong for sorry Sheffield United as Bowen and Soucek set up win Only action from players will prompt changes to brutal schedules – Pep Guardiola
2023-10-01 00:56
Miami Heat, NBA investigating allegation that Conor McGregor assaulted a woman at Finals game
Miami Heat, NBA investigating allegation that Conor McGregor assaulted a woman at Finals game
The NBA and the Miami Heat are investigating an allegation that former UFC champion Conor McGregor sexually assaulted a woman inside an arena bathroom after Game 4 of the NBA Finals
2023-06-16 06:22
Harden sits out third straight game, Embiid gets the start for 76ers in home opener
Harden sits out third straight game, Embiid gets the start for 76ers in home opener
James Harden was out for the 76ers
2023-10-30 08:26
NBA’s Local TV Rights Draw Interest From Tech Giants, Disney
NBA’s Local TV Rights Draw Interest From Tech Giants, Disney
Walt Disney Co., Apple Inc., Amazon.com Inc. and YouTube have expressed interest in streaming local NBA games, potentially
2023-08-08 17:56
Josh Jacobs agrees to one-year deal worth up to $12 million with the Raiders, AP source says
Josh Jacobs agrees to one-year deal worth up to $12 million with the Raiders, AP source says
Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs has agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $12 million, according to a person with knowledge of the deal
2023-08-27 02:15
New NFL Rule Allows Maxx Crosby to Take the Football From You Whenever He Wants
New NFL Rule Allows Maxx Crosby to Take the Football From You Whenever He Wants
VIDEO: Maxx Crosby's great strip of Craig Reynolds.
2023-10-31 10:47
Ranking the Cowboys top training camp priorities after Zack Martin mess
Ranking the Cowboys top training camp priorities after Zack Martin mess
Zack Martin is threatening to hold out of Dallas Cowboys training camp. With the front office juggling multiple contract negotiations, let's rank Dallas' priorities as camp gets underway.As the Dallas Cowboys gear up for the new season, Zack Martin is here to infuse some stakes into Je...
2023-07-22 10:55
NJ total gambling revenue up 9.5% in April but in-person casino revenue was down 1.6%
NJ total gambling revenue up 9.5% in April but in-person casino revenue was down 1.6%
New Jersey’s casinos, racetracks that accept sports bets and their online partners won over $462 million in April, an increase of 9.5% from a year earlier
2023-05-17 03:29
Antetokounmpo had knee surgery this offseason, should be ready for training camp, Bucks coach says
Antetokounmpo had knee surgery this offseason, should be ready for training camp, Bucks coach says
Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo had surgery on his left knee during the offseason
2023-07-06 05:24
Cardinals get AL Cy Young runner-up Sonny Gray to anchor revamped starting rotation
Cardinals get AL Cy Young runner-up Sonny Gray to anchor revamped starting rotation
The St. Louis Cardinals agreed with AL Cy Young runner-up Sonny Gray on a three-year contract Monday to anchor their staff heading into next season
2023-11-28 07:51
Rangers' Nathan Eovaldi set to start against his former team at Fenway Park on Thursday
Rangers' Nathan Eovaldi set to start against his former team at Fenway Park on Thursday
Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi is now set to face his old team on Thursday night at Fenway Park
2023-07-05 02:21