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The Final English Premier League Matchday – Trophy, Europe and survival at stake
There is so much to play for on the final week of what has been a very long and eventful season in England. The title is yet to be decided with Manchester City and Manchester United locked on the same number of points.
The battle for the final two Champions League spots is very tight between Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United whereas the hunt is over for 2011/12 UEFA Champions League finalists Chelsea.
Meanwhile, way down the table, one more team will join Blackburn Rovers and Wolverhampton Wanderers out of the English Premier League. Will it be Queens Park Rangers or Bolton Wanderers?
Liverpool vs Chelsea: How Andy Carroll’s disallowed “goal” could haunt the Blues
Andy Carroll’s 84th minute header, which never stood as a goal according to the referee, has divided concerned football fans. While some believe the match officials’ decision was correct, others insist that the ball crossed the line. Even camera technology cannot settle this case with a final general opinion.
While debates over Carroll’s denied equalizer at Wembley continue to hit football forums, the truth is that Liverpool enter Monday’s battle as beaten FA Cup finalists. The Merseyside Reds have absolutely nothing to play for in the English Premier League but pride.
They may want to remain in the top half of the table and prove to their fans that the club’s spirit is not dead regardless of the many disappointments they have encountered this season.
Match-day 37: All too stiff between Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United
Arsenal seemingly had it all wrapped up- they had been winning game after game leaving Tottenham, Chelsea and Newcastle in their wake. They had even beaten the current top side in the league Manchester City. Unfortunately, points have been hard to come by recently and Arsenal now finds themselves in a tough battle to keep hold of the spot.Their next opponent is Norwich. Norwich is led by former Champions League winner (in 1997 with Borussia Dortmund) Paul Lambert. Under Lambert, they went up to as high as eighth in the league and were never in danger of being relegated. They currently sit fourteenth in the table.
Fourth-spot hunters Newcastle set to spoil title race for Manchester City
Will St. James Park be a speed bump in Manchester City's title aspirations?
As the English Premier League heads into its final two matches for the 2011/12 campaign, the title is still very much up for grabs. Newcastle, looking to build off a very moralizing victory mid-week at Stamford Bridge, will host a Manchester City side looking to claim three points and remain in first place.
On Wednesday night Alan Pardew led his men into Stamford Bridge in front of 41,559 spectators and walked out of their with a 0-2 victory. Two stunning goals from Papiss Cisse helped move the Magpies into fifth place along with Chelsea, both even on 65 points, just one behind third placed Arsenal.
Fourth-place hunt truly on for Barcelona killers Chelsea in the Premier League
Sixth-placed Chelsea are looking to capture the maximum 12 points from their last 4 games at stake. The task on Sunday will be to close the gap against fourth-placed Newcastle United from 4 points to a single one.
Victory for the Blues will temporarily put them above Tottenham Hotspur. The latter will be in action at home to Blackburn Rovers in the day’s 15:00 GMT (11:00am EST) kick-off.
Chelsea have a lot of experience in the English Premier League having won the competition a few times in the 21st century. The big question now is the following: how well can they use their resources to make a very late comeback in the top 4 this season?
Wenger delighted by Arsenal’s vital 2-1 win over Newcastle
A few weeks ago, Arsenal were 10 points behind Tottenham Hotspur. Now, the Gunners are only 1 point behind. The battle to steal the third and last automatic Champions League spot away from Spurs is very much alive.“I have never questioned our spirit. It was a game of absolute commitment from both sides,” Arsene Wenger told reporters after the game at the Emirates Stadium.
Thanks to Robin Van Persie’s first-half goal and to Thomas Vermaelen’s 95th minute winner, Arsenal hit 52 points on Monday night. Commenting on the victory, Wenger continued:
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Team News
Younes Kaboul is doubtful due to a knee problem. Rafael Van der Vaart is suffering from a calf problem currently and might not play. Both Aaron Lennon and Jermain Defoe are doubtful for the match due to hamstring problems. William Gallas and Tom Huddlestone have already been ruled out for Tottenham.
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Chelsea vs Manchester United kicks off live on FOX this Sunday
Stamford Bridge will be on fire this weekend. The home crowd will be behind the Blues who face the prospect of grabbing their 8th win on home soil. Meanwhile, the Red Devils will try to force Chelsea to their 4th defeat at the Bridge.
The full 90 minutes of action will be available live on FOX. On January 22, 1.3 million people reportedly followed Arsenal vs Manchester United which ended 2-1 in favor of the away team.
Chelsea vs Manchester United may draw as many viewers as the race for the English Premier League title is tight. Manchester United could be 3 points behind current league leaders Manchester City before Sunday’s match.
Errors to Basel, Palace, Blackburn & now the Toons: Where are Man United heading?
No more Champions League glory hopes
Already, their hunt for UEFA Champions League glory is dead. The Red Devils’ new generation of players couldn’t survive the existing pressure in the group phase of the tournament. Dropping points to Portuguese giants Benfica in the process seemed understandable, but losing to FC Basel in the Round of 16 decider was something too alarming to believe.
This defeat relegated Fergie’s team to the UEFA Europa League and provoked jeers among the Red Devils’ army of haters. But in typical fashion, battered Manchester United fans vowed to cheer their lads all the way to Europa League glory.
Manchester United’s title bid stutters as they are beaten 3-0 at Newcastle United
With City beating Liverpool 3-0 the previous day, the Red Devils traveled to Newcastle knowing only a win would be good enough to keep pace with the league leaders.The game had a frantic opening, with both teams struggling to get to grips with the windy conditions.
Manchester United had the first chance to take the lead when Dimitar Berbatov got on the end of an Antonio Valencia cross, but the Bulgarian striker’s header bounced back off the goalpost.
Newcastle began to gain the upper hand as the game wore on, with central midfielder Cheick Tiote exerting a lot of influence on the game. The Geordies took a deserved lead at the 33 minute mark when Shola Ameobi flicked on, and Demba Ba hooked the ball past Anders Lindegaard for his 15th Premier League goal of the season.
Newcastle United vs Manchester United: Can the Red Devils keep pace with Man City?
Following Manchester City’s convincing 3-0 victory over Liverpool on Tuesday, the pressure is on Sir Alex Ferguson’s Red Devils to clinch a positive result at the Sports Direct Arena. Manchester United are currently sandwiched in second place, three points behind the Citizens and three points above Spurs, as the hunt for the English Premier League trophy is starting to look more like a three-horse race. Tottenham Hotspur maintained their hopes alive, thanks to a 1-0 defeat of West Bromwich Albion at White Hart Lane yesterday. Harry Redknapp’s men are ready to take advantage of the Red Devils’ slips; Manchester United cannot afford to draw yet again against the Magpies and Phil Jones has not lost hope.
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard makes goal-scoring return in 3-1 win over Newcastle United
Newcastle had taken a first half lead through a Daniel Agger own goal, but two goals by Welsh striker Craig Bellamy put the Reds in charge. Gerrard then sealed the win with a good finish that lifted the roof off Anfield.Liverpool dominated possession in the early stages without creating any clear cut chances, but the Magpes stunned Anfield by taking a 25th minute lead against the run of play.
Ryan Taylor’s probing cross was flicked on by Yohan Cabaye, and Danish defender Agger deflected the ball past Jose Reina and into his own net.
The goal brought an almost immediate response from Liverpool. Charlie Adam sent in a low cross that was only half cleared by Cheick Tiote. Bellamy seized upon the clearance, and beat Tim Krul with a low finish into the corner.
Chelsea, Liverpool and Arsenal in fight to win their last game of the year 2011
Remarkably, Liverpool have never lost at Anfield in the league but they haven’t managed to pick up enough points on home soil either. From a possible 27 points, the Merseyside Reds have won just 15. This is the result of their 3 victories and 6 draws at Anfield.
“If you want to be really positive you could say we are undefeated at home but we've said before we don't want to set our standards that low,” Kenny Dalglish miserably told reporters on Thursday.
“We want to be winning our home games as often as we possibly can and we've certainly given ourselves opportunities to have won every home game. We haven't done that but we will keep going and we believe we will do.”
Arsenal, Liverpool & co after the transfer window: what will match-day 4 produce?
The matches that will draw more attention are those involving Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur—all for different reasons. At the very top of the English Premier League table, the Mancunian rivalry is boiling. Only goal difference puts the Red Devils above the Sky Blues; both can boast about possessing a perfect record thus far.
Liverpool and Chelsea—locked on 7 points—follow closely behind whereas Wolverhampton Wanderers are the early surprise package. Newcastle United are also doing well enough to earn the 6th spot in the table. The Magpies’ goalless draw against Arsenal on the first match-day apparently contributed in Newcastle United’s remarkable start.
The Big 4 EPL Debate: What’s your take on Liverpool and 10-man Arsenal’s draws?
The 2011/12 English Premier League season everyone was dreaming of so badly finally kicked off on Saturday with 2 of England’s traditional Big 4 in action. Liverpool entertained Sunderland at Anfield whereas Arsene Wenger’s under-pressure Arsenal travelled to Newcastle to face the Magpies.
No goals but a red card: have Arsenal lost their status as giants?
The camp of the Gunners have been rocked by transfer reports concerning the career of the club’s top 2 stars, captain Cesc Fabregas and play maker Samir Nasri. The pair didn’t make it for Saturday’s late kick-off away to Newcastle United; Fabregas and Nasri seem well on their way to FC Barcelona and Manchester City, respectively.
Arsenal Vs Liverpool: Andy Carroll Confident Of Ending Red's Curse At The Emirates
Liverpool are currently engaged in a battle for European spots with City and Spurs while Arsenal are living their dreams of overturning a seven point lead for Manchester United to lift the Premier League title. Nevertheless, both teams are set to face off in an all important match at the Emirates tonight.Speaking of the Emirates, Liverpool have never won a game there ever since Arsenal shifted to their new stadium. However, one Liverpool player who has had the experience of winning at the Emirates is confident that his side will be able to break their duck later tonight.
Newcastle United Snap Up Shefki Kuqi
The Magpies have been on the look for a new striker since Andy Carroll left for Liverpool in a 35 million deal. Although there were reports that Newcastle were ready to sign Brazilian Ewerthon, they finally signed Kuqi much to the shock of fans around the globe.Manager Alan Pardew said: "We needed another option up front because we are a little light there due to the temporary loss of Shola, and Shefki will provide us with something different. He's match-fit and knows the English game well having been in the country for the best part of 10 years. He is ready straight away and that's what we wanted.
"Shefki is a good, honest pro who will give us a strong physical presence from the bench.'
Transfer News: Andy Carroll Was Not Forced To Leave Newcastle, Says Pardew
Just as Liverpool fans celebrate the coming of ‘King Carroll’, the player himself has revealed that it wasn’t his personal choice to land at Anfield. The 22-year-old striker, who is now the most expensive British player, made a few revelations as he told The Sun:“The managing director, Derek Llambias, asked me to hand in a transfer request. So, I was pushed into a corner and I had no choice.
“I wasn’t wanted by them and they made it clear that they wanted the money. I flew down in Mike Ashley’s helicopter.
“I didn’t want to leave. I’m gutted that I wasn’t wanted at my home team, after everything I’ve done and the progress I’ve made.
The Top 10 Football Transfers: Fernando Torres To Chelsea And More
The following list is not only about the most lucrative deals; it also includes some of the most shocking moves. In the end, one of the questions that will only be best answered through time is this: Which teams and players have been smart, lucky or doomed?
Fernando Torres: Permanent Transfer Done From Liverpool To Chelsea
Moved from Atletico Madrid to Liverpool for around £20M in 2007.
Moved from Liverpool to Chelsea for £50M in January 2011.
That must be THE transfer of January – if not of the year 2011. On the private life front, Fernando Torres is well on his way to being complete. Being married and having a child, what more could the 26-year-old ask for? At the club football career level, however, Torres seems to have more difficulties achieving his goals.
Andy Carroll Claims Newcastle Set Up Liverpool Transfer Just For Money
Owner Mike Ashley has not seen his club budging in the ideal way in terms of finances, lately. Clearly, the club needs to be revitalized through the unloading of heavy amounts in its reservoirs; and the January transfer window came out as a crucial opportunity to better the Toon’s status among the other Premier League partakers.With Andy Carroll being in great form this season and Liverpool showing interest in the forward, this was definitely a good chance for Newcastle United to fill their pockets. Although the Magpies highly valued Carroll, it appears they preferred to sacrifice him to prevent the club from sinking deeper in scarcity.