Mata braced for ‘difficult month’ at Man Utd

Juan Mata is gearing up for Manchester United’s tough fixture list, which includes games against Chelsea, Juventus and Manchester City.

Essien tells Loftus-Cheek to stay and fight for Chelsea chance

Michael Essien has told Ruben Loftus-Cheek to stay at Chelsea and fight for his place after a frustrating start to the season.

Mourinho charged for post-match comments by FA

Manchester United’s late win over Newcastle United in the Premier League may have come at a cost for Jose Mourinho.

Messi would struggle in this Manchester United team – Scholes

Paul Scholes has bemoaned a lack of world-class quality at Manchester United, while suggesting Lionel Messi would struggle in the side.

Birthday boy Ozil is the most creative player in Europe

Mesut Ozil seems to frustrate Arsenal fans as much as thrill them, with many citing his lack of consistency since his arrival in 2013.

Van Dijk fit for Liverpool return – Koeman

Virgil van Dijk is fit to feature in Liverpool’s Premier League clash with Huddersfield Town on Saturday, according to Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman.

The Messi, Ronaldo era is phenomenal – Guardiola

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola believes the football world is witnessing an era of ‘two phenomena’ with the exploits of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Salah suffered strain not rupture, says Egypt assistant

Liverpool will be breathing a sigh of relief after Egypt confirmed Mohamed Salah’s injury is not a serious one.

Modric will win Ballon d’Or – Hazard

Luka Modric will win the Ballon d’Or as a reward for his ‘wonderful season’, according to Belgium and Chelsea star Eden Hazard.

Hazard to Real Madrid? It’s not like other cases, says Morata

Eden Hazard might want to join Real Madrid but the Belgium star will not try to force through a move, according to Chelsea teammate Alvaro Morata.