Discussions have started about fans attending Premier League matches again, says chief executive Richard Masters. The English top flight restarts on Wednesday after a 100-day break because of the coronavirus pandemic with fixtures played behind closed doors. Masters did not put a timeframe on a return of fans to stadiums but said talks had begun with the government. The Premier League is back but it won't be fully back until we get those fans back inside the stadium," he said.
Grotta has so far not looked strong this year. In the Fotbolti.net Cup they won only 1 of the 4 matches and in this cup they also have only a 1-2-1 record so far. And in the last 7 games they have also conceded a total of 17 goals.
Rüdiger is the first defender to score a brace for Chelsea in the Premier League since John Terry against Fulham in April 2013; both of his goals that day were also headed. Barnes has scored in three consecutive league matches for the first time; he only scored in two of his previous 39 league appearances before this.
And the host's rate as fantastic value at around evens for this Saturday morning's fixture. Granotas have been largely reliable on home turf this season and have been in much better form than their opponents throughout the past few weeks.
The draw did extend the Seagull's recent unbeaten streak to three matches – a stretch that included a haul of four points from two games against Arsenal and Wolves. Back in the familiar surroundings of the Amex Stadium this weekend, Brighton will be confident that they can prolong that positive sequence against Sheffield United.
Remaining fixturesCrystal Palace (h) - 14 MarchLeicester (a) - 25 AprilWolves (a) - 22 MarchMan City (a) - 2 MayNewcastle (h) - 4 AprilSouthampton (h) - 9 MayMan Utd (a) - 11 AprilEverton (a) - 17 MayTottenham (h) - 18 AprilGracenote fact: Bournemouth took 59% of their points this season in their first 12 matches. After 12 games, the Cherries were ninth. Watford - 36% chance of relegationLeague positionPointsGames played17th2729Goal differencePoints per matchPoints per match (last 10)-170.
West Brom have averaged over a goal against them per game this term, so we expect Chaplin to add to his good form. He should lead a Barnsley side who have averaged close to two goals per home game this term. The only issue for the hosts is that they’ve also conceded 24 times in 12 starts here, which has seen 67% of their home matches finish with over 2.5 goals scored.
Juventus have an impressive 48 points from 19 games -- 15 wins, three draws and a defeat -- and a two-point lead over Inter Milan but their style of play has suggested they have changed Sarri rather than vice-versa. I don't know if Juventus has changed me, my wife tells me I'm just as obstinate as before," said Sarri, who previously turned Napoli into Serie A's most entertaining team.
Maybe he is exactly what they need for the last couple of months of the season - an experienced head to come into the side and carry on a bit of momentum to get them over the line. Man Utd - 41 pointsLast five league games: LLDWWThis weekend: Everton (a)Highest/lowest position: 2nd/15thDays in top four: 17/203 41 points is Man Utd's lowest total after 27 league games since 1990-91 (also 41)Sutton: "Bruno Fernandes seems to hold the key for United to finish the season on a high note.
Soon the economy will change, and that's at all levels: The TV rights will be less, players and coaches will earn less, tickets will cost less because people will have less money. I repeat, what matters now is to fight the virus effectively. Then, of course, if it will be possible to continue the season.
English Premier League. Team Southampton will play with team Wolverhampton Wanderers. Hosts have a great shape. They did 3 wins at last 3 matches played. There also was a victory with team Leicester from home. Guests did 2 draw games and defeat at last 3 matches played. On this week they lost away game with team Manchester Utd. But my bet will be on them. On this week Wolverhampton have a birthday. For English teams it is very important. They lost match with MU as I wrote. But today they must to give a pleasure for their fans. I recommend to try my bet !
Five others scored in their milestone match - Sol Campbell, Teddy Sheringham, Robbie Keane, Jermain Defoe and Christian Eriksen. The goal was also Kane's ninth against West Ham, meaning he is the fourth player to score at least 30 Premier League goals in London derbies (Thierry Henry, Teddy Sheringham and Frank Lampard complete the list). And if Kane does reach 200 goals, he would become just the third player in Premier League history to do so, following in the footsteps of Alan Shearer (260) and Wayne Rooney (208).
It was in these sub-zero conditions that the British record was set for the most postponements of a single match, with the Scottish Cup clash between Airdrie and Stranraer failing to be completed 33 times before the former ran out 3-0 winners at the 34th time of asking. With clubs having up to 70 days between fixtures, some took off for warmer climates, with Chelsea travelling to Malta for training.
It's going to be an expensive summer again for United, but it is probably needed. Read the full story United happy to let Lingard leave Staying at Old Trafford, Goal report that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is happy to let academy graduate Jesse Lingard leave this summer. United are interested in bringing in a new attacking midfielder in the shape of either James Maddison or Jack Grealish, so Lingard is set to become surplus to requirements at his boyhood club.
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Lazar Samardzic replaces Alexander Esswein. SubstitutionPosted at 88' Substitution, Hertha Berlin. Arne Maier replaces Marko Grujic. Posted at 88' Raphael Guerreiro (Borussia Dortmund) wins a free kick in the attacking half. Posted at 88' Foul by Jessic Ngankam (Hertha Berlin). Posted at 86' Foul by Achraf Hakimi (Borussia Dortmund). Posted at 86' Vladimír Darida (Hertha Berlin) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Everyone knows what Glenn brings to the club, and he's an important member of the squad - on and off the pitch - and he showed that in abundance on Saturday at West Ham," manager Graham Potter said. I've always said he's got a big part to play here. He's happy and settled, he loves this club, and he's been the ultimate professional on and off the pitch. Murray first joined Brighton in 2008 and won the League One title with the club in 2011.
Benfica have been in woeful form in recent months and they're running out of time to save their title charge. Wins against Maritimo have been routine in the past that it seems like an ideal fixture for the champions to recover their form. Back Benfica to win to nil.
As football games are played behind closed doors, football figures contract the disease, and some countries enter lockdown, it is tough to see how far the disruption will go. Paper Round’s view: The coronavirus is a deadly event and there is no sign that it has even reached its peak. The economic damage it can do with its disruption is enormous, but if it is not properly handled then it will do even more damage to humanity.
Alaves have conceded just twice at Mendizorroza in seven outings which has to be respected, so considering our fancy for a close first half but Real to edge the points at full time, 0-1 is our pick in the correct score market – a prediction also backed up by the fact that Los Blancos have kept three clean sheets in their last four league fixtures.
The promotion thriller in Liga 3 is strikingly exciting. Almost half the league still has chances to get promoted and these two are part of this thrill. Unterhaching recently dip in form with 1 draw and 3 defeats in last 4 and Waldhoff is the only league team that remained unbeaten until the last away game.
No positive results in latest Premier League coronavirus testsView more on twitterAt Old Trafford, Harry Maguire captained a 'home' Manchester United team against an 'away' side led by Bruno Fernandes. It marked the first time Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men had played on home soil since their 2-0 win over derby rivals Manchester City on 8 March - their final match before lockdown. It had been even longer since Marcus Rashford and Paul Pogba had done so, last featuring for United on 26 December and 15 January respectively before long injury lay-offs.
Rotherham have also struggled to be consistent at home this season. Paul Warne's men have won just one of their last five at New York Stadium, where they are yet to pick up back-to-back wins. They're not overly poor at either end of the pitch, nor are they ever well beaten, but they seem to have a habit of not being able to do enough to get the three points. Before drawing with Fleetwood when last in action at this venue, Rotherham had defended well at home, conceding just two goals in over 270 minutes of football, though they'd scored just once during that time.
As a manager I need to make sure that mentally my players are ready to give their all for the club if selected," he told BBC Three Counties Radio. Fleetwood are a very good side. We know we're up against it. As soon as the play-offs were confirmed the bookies made us outsiders, after jumping from eighth to third. All these things seem to make Wycombe the team that won't win the play-offs - for no reasons.
Subs - Mariano 4, Vinicius 4, Rodrygo 5. Atletico Madrid: Oblak 6, Trippier 7, Felipe 7, Gimenez 6, Lodi 5, Thomas 6, Saul 5, Morata 5, Felix 6, Herrera 5, Correa 5. Subs - Arias 4, Llorente 4, Vitolo 5, Savic 5. KEY MOMENTS 17’ Chance for Morata! Mendy lost the ball out wide, giving Morata the chance to round Courtois in the Real Madrid goal.
Dundee fail to confirm SPFL vote stanceThistle claim Dundee vote should standDundee's main desire, though, is for league reconstruction, saying that is the "only aspect" that helps them. They insist a working group should be convened with an agreed set of goals, that takes into account "current and future wants and needs of media; member clubs' financial benefits; and sporting integrity". It is our belief that after speaking to numerous clubs that the appetite for reconstruction is there and the intention is to set up an immediate and focused working group to take on this task," Dundee said.
They remain eighth, two points behind sixth-placed Wolves, with the prospect of European football next season looking out of their hands. Reaction to Thursday's Premier League actionThomas and Vardy shine as Leicester impressThe hosts have struggled since the Premier League's re-start, but this was a vastly improved display after their chastening 4-1 loss at relegation-threatened Bournemouth and it was engineered by an impressive blend of youth and experience in their side.
Post updateAttempt missed. George Hirst (Leicester City) right footed shot from outside the box is close, but misses to the left. Assisted by Demarai Gray. Post updateKelechi Iheanacho (Leicester City) wins a free kick on the left wing. Post updateFoul by Serge Aurier (Tottenham Hotspur). SubstitutionSubstitution, Tottenham Hotspur. Gedson Fernandes replaces Son Heung-Min. Post updateAttempt missed.
Neymar has always been a top level player and different to the rest. He is unpredictable, he takes players on and he scores lots of goals. On a sporting level Neymar is one of the best in the world and I'd love for him to come back. Neymar formed a mesmeric partnership with Messi and Luis Suarez for three seasons, including winning a remarkable treble in 2015.
If he goes on loan it's a situation he wants and we wish him all the best," Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo said. It's a tough window to work but it's about rebalancing the squad. The deal will enable Leicester's Croatian centre-back Filip Benkovic to take up a loan move, possibly to Bristol City. Bennett has made 74 appearances for Wolves in all competitions since joining the side in 2017. He previously played for Norwich City and Peterborough.
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Posted at 94' Foul by Florian Lejeune (Newcastle United). Posted at 93' Attempt saved. Allan Saint-Maximin (Newcastle United) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the bottom left corner. Assisted by Isaac Hayden. Posted at 91' Attempt missed. Cameron Brannagan (Oxford United) left footed shot from the centre of the box is high and wide to the left. Assisted by Daniel Agyei. Posted at 91' Attempt blocked.
Eintracht Frankfurt have conceded over three goals in their last four games. They have scored in three of their last five games. They will face Freiburg who have only scored in two of their last five games against union berlin 3:1 and RB Leipzig 1:1. In their previous match encounters both teams have scored in Eintracht Frankfurt last three home games against Freiburg. Eintracht Frankfurt are currently on a five game losing streak they will try to search for win while Freiburg will need points to reach Europa league qualification. I expect an open game where both teams will create chances and score.
That's because they are nine points behind their opponents, second placed Porto and that's a gap that can't widen any longer. Only the top two in the league go into next season's Champions League, so the last thing Sporting want to do is see that gap go into double figures. Sporting have won three and lost two of their last five league matches.
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Slavia Prague were the underdogs in this group right from the day the draw was done, and they have not surprised. Here they take on an Inter side in good form and though they are playing at home, this may not matter a lot. Slavia Prague have back to back home losses in the competition and face a side enjoying good form. Inter may not have the best results away from home, but they will sure be dominant here. We will go with a win for Inter in this clash.
Chambers suffered the injury to his left knee in the 2-1 defeat to Chelsea on Sunday. Arsenal said the surgery was successful. The rehabilitation process is expected to take between six to nine months. Everyone at the club will be supporting Calum to ensure he is back on the pitch as soon as possible," Arsenal said in a statement.
Assisted by Steven Bergwijn. Posted at 83' Attempt saved. Harry Kane (Tottenham Hotspur) right footed shot from the left side of the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Son Heung-Min. SubstitutionPosted at 82' Substitution, Tottenham Hotspur. Steven Bergwijn replaces Lucas Moura. Goal!Posted at 81' Goal! Tottenham Hotspur 2, Arsenal 1. Toby Alderweireld (Tottenham Hotspur) header from the centre of the box to the top right corner.
Shaw's torrid performance epitomised United's display. Their defence was all over the place and in midfield they couldn't string a pass together. Solskjaer was hoping for a third consecutive victory which would have marked United's best run since his initial hot-streak but from the first whistle it was evident this wasn't going to be their day.
The current rules state that their employment is intended to "make a significant contribution to the development of football at the highest level in England". BBC Sport understands a meeting will take place next week between the FA and Premier League to discuss the criteria for EU players, which will not necessarily match the current rules for non-EU players. Ways to enhance opportunities for home-grown players are also expected to be discussed.
Long read: Marcus Rashford's campaign to make change happenRashford seeks more change after food voucher campaign success'The system isn't built for families like mine' - Rashford's plea to MPsUnited legends Sir Alex Ferguson and Sir Bobby Charlton have previously received the award from the university. Rashford said: "When you look at the great names that have been awarded this doctorate in the past, it's humbling.
The Aquile make this trip with eight straight victories in Serie A, while they secured a huge win in their final match of the year after beating Juventus 3-1 in the Supercoppa Italiana. Landing that silverware was proof that Lazio are capable of mixing it with the league’s elite. Now they sit just six points off the top with a game in hand, so the title is a possibility for them in 2020.
Posted at 63' Attempt missed. Dwight McNeil (Burnley) left footed shot from outside the box is close, but misses the top left corner from a direct free kick. BookingPosted at 62' João Cancelo (Manchester City) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul. Posted at 62' Foul by João Cancelo (Manchester City). Posted at 62' Matej Vydra (Burnley) wins a free kick in the attacking half. SubstitutionPosted at 61' Substitution, Manchester City.
Ante Rebic has scored 11 goals in his last 15 appearances in all competitions. Napoli have won seven of their last eight Serie A matches. AC Milan have won four of their last five Serie A matches. A real contender for match of the weekend takes place at Stadio San Paolo this weekend when Napoli host AC Milan in Serie A.
At the other end of the table, Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich will look to protect their one-point advantage with a win at strugglers Cologne. The Bavarians, on 43 points, are eager to bounce back from last week's goalless draw against RB Leipzig, who are second and host relegation-threatened Werder Bremen.
I have noticed it develop in the past few years, since Klopp has taken over. The way Liverpool play, with his high-energy football, lifts the fans. It makes them want to sing and makes them want to get behind the team. The supporters understand the importance of the role they play and the impact they have on the players - that was evident on their way to winning the Champions League last season, when the support behind the team was just incredible.
I believe in a home win here as the hosts finished inside the top 3 places in the league in Algeria last season and finally got their chance to play in the Champions League where they made it past a couple of qualifying rounds and made it to the group stage where they defeated Vita Club 1-0 at home but lost a few days ago also with 1-0 away from home at Esperance Tunis the title holders of this competition.
Tom Adams Trent Alexander-Arnold’s quickly taken corner against Barcelona. It was a moment of ingenuity from a precocious young English player and helped orchestrate one of the great Champions League comebacks. Liverpool had already clawed back three goals at Anfield to draw level on aggregate in their Champions League semi-final on a quite remarkable night at Anfield – before Trent’s moment of genius caught Barca napping.
