Michael Black
Sports Editor
EPL Table 2020/21: Premier League Results & Standings Week 20
Michael Black • Jan 28 2021The 20th round of fixtures in the Premier League features some intriguing matches at both ends of the EPL table. We’ll update this story with reports, results, highlights and the…
Redknapp shows he is out of touch with comments on new Chelsea boss
Michael Black • Jan 26 2021Harry Redknapp’s views on Thomas Tuchel’s managerial ability undoubtedly provided one of the comedy moments of the current Premier League season. Speaking on Sky Sports, Redknapp claimed that the new…
Odegaard completes medical, Arsenal loan move edges closer to completion
Michael Black • Jan 26 2021Martin Odegaard has passed his medical and an announcement about his loan move to Arsenal is expected in the next 24 hours. According to Sky Sports, the 22-year-old will complete…
Manchester United suffer massive revenue drop, Liverpool return to top five in the rich-list
Michael Black • Jan 26 2021Liverpool have joined Manchester United among the top five clubs in the Deloitte Football Money League for 2019/20. Barcelona and Real Madrid top the list, with Bayern Munich third and…
Newcastle and Celtic told to forget about appointing Rafa Benitez
Michael Black • Jan 24 2021Spanish football expert Guillem Balague says that Rafa Benitez will not be the next manager of Celtic or Newcastle United. Benitez left his role as boss of Chinese side Dalian…
Chelsea urged to consider Hasenhuttl as Lampard’s replacement
Michael Black • Jan 23 2021Chelsea have been urged to consider Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl as a replacement for Frank Lampard. The Blues have slipped down to eighth in the Premier League after a disappointing…
‘He will certainly help us win a few games’: Bruce eyeing return to form
Michael Black • Jan 22 2021Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce says that Allan Saint-Maximin’s return from injury could help to turn around the club’s fortunes. Saint-Maximin last played against Chelsea during November and Newcastle’s form…
Chelsea manager needs a reality check – media have given him an easy ride
Michael Black • Jan 22 2021Frank Lampard appears to have been taking lessons in diplomacy from Neil Lennon judging by his antics at his press briefing on Friday. Speaking ahead of the FA Cup tie…
Ex-Rangers star doesn’t trust current Celtic management to spend money
Michael Black • Jan 22 2021Kris Boyd says that he wouldn’t trust the current management at Celtic to successfully rebuild the club’s squad. The Hoops are currently 20 points behind Rangers at the top of…
FA Cup Fourth Round 2020/21: Results, Report & Highlights
Michael Black • Feb 19 2021The FA Cup rumbles on this weekend, with the fourth round line-up featuring some enthralling ties over the next four days. We’ll update this story with reports, results and highlights…
FA Cup 4th Round Fixtures 2020/21: Preview, TV Info & Live Stream
Michael Black • Feb 19 2021The fourth round of the FA Cup takes centre stage this weekend, with some intriguing ties taking place over the next four days. The standout game is on Sunday as…
Arsenal manager backs Lampard, but Chelsea boss is still under the cosh
Michael Black • Oct 25 2022Frank Lampard’s future at Chelsea has been a big topic for debate over the last few days following the club’s recent run of poor form. The Blues’ 2-0 defeat at…
Liverpool boss drops big hint over transfers, puts board in the spotlight
Michael Black • Jan 22 2021Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp dropped a huge hint that there may be tension behind the scenes following his team’s home defeat against Burnley on Thursday. During a post-match press conference,…
More misery ahead for Celtic as Neil Lennon digs in
Michael Black • Jan 21 2021“I won’t walk away, absolutely not. I’ve put too much into this.” Celtic fans reading Neil Lennon’s comments on the Sky Sports website must be absolutely delighted with this little…
Leeds United urged to follow up their interest in Rodrigo de Paul
Michael Black • Jan 20 2021Leeds United have been urged to ramp up their pursuit of Udinese midfielder Rodrigo de Paul. The Premier League club agreed personal terms with player last summer, but the move…