Articles By Michael Black (1956)

EPL Table 2020/21: Premier League Results & Standings Week 20

Author image Michael Black  •  Jan 28 2021

The 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…

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Redknapp shows he is out of touch with comments on new Chelsea boss

Author image Michael Black  •  Jan 26 2021

Harry 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…

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Odegaard completes medical, Arsenal loan move edges closer to completion

Author image Michael Black  •  Jan 26 2021

Martin 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…

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Manchester United suffer massive revenue drop, Liverpool return to top five in the rich-list

Author image Michael Black  •  Jan 26 2021

Liverpool 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…

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Newcastle and Celtic told to forget about appointing Rafa Benitez

Author image Michael Black  •  Jan 24 2021

Spanish 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…

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Chelsea urged to consider Hasenhuttl as Lampard’s replacement

Author image Michael Black  •  Jan 23 2021

Chelsea 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…

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Newcastle United

‘He will certainly help us win a few games’: Bruce eyeing return to form

Author image Michael Black  •  Jan 22 2021

Newcastle 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…

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Chelsea manager needs a reality check – media have given him an easy ride

Author image Michael Black  •  Jan 22 2021

Frank 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…

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Celtic

Ex-Rangers star doesn’t trust current Celtic management to spend money

Author image Michael Black  •  Jan 22 2021

Kris 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…

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FA Cup

FA Cup Fourth Round 2020/21: Results, Report & Highlights

Author image Michael Black  •  Feb 19 2021

The 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…

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FA Cup 4th Round Fixtures 2020/21: Preview, TV Info & Live Stream

Author image Michael Black  •  Feb 19 2021

The 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…

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Arsenal manager backs Lampard, but Chelsea boss is still under the cosh

Author image Michael Black  •  Oct 25 2022

Frank 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…

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Liverpool boss drops big hint over transfers, puts board in the spotlight

Author image Michael Black  •  Jan 22 2021

Liverpool 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,…

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Celtic

More misery ahead for Celtic as Neil Lennon digs in

Author image 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…

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Leeds United

Leeds United urged to follow up their interest in Rodrigo de Paul

Author image Michael Black  •  Jan 20 2021

Leeds 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…

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