Arsenal battle to stay top of Christmas charts
Could fast-charging Manchester City top the Premier League at Christmas or will Arsenal cling on to the festive number one spot?
Could fast-charging Manchester City top the Premier League at Christmas or will Arsenal cling on to the festive number one spot?
Premier League sides are preparing for their most intense spell of the season over the festive period, but many squads will be depleted by the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Rayan Cherki’s stunning strike put Manchester City on their way to the League Cup semi-finals with a 2-0 win over Brentford, while holders Newcastle beat Fulham 2-1 on Wednesday.
The British Prime minister has warned Roman Abramovich that delays in releasing Chelsea’s sale proceeds cannot continue.
Under pressure and far from fluent, Chelsea overcame a stubborn Cardiff side to reach the League Cup semi-finals and deliver much-needed relief for Enzo Maresca.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed his title-chasers will be without an influential star until the new year due to injury.
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes told Portuguese media the Premier League club had wanted to sell him this summer after receiving interest from Saudi Arabia.
Man United boss Ruben Amorim said his side had inspired the Old Trafford crowd in a pulsating 4-4 draw against Bournemouth, but must be more ruthless to turn draws into victories.
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has played down fears over his future, stressing loyalty to the club following a bruising few days on and off the pitch.
Manchester United close out the Premier League gameweek on Monday night with a fixture that looks routine on paper but has carried unexpected bite in recent seasons.