Sheila Parr

Forest punish negativity as Dyche’s plan sinks Liverpool at Anfield Nottingham Forest stunned Liverpool with a 3-0 win at Anfield. It was back to back league wins for Forest against Liverpool, a rare feat at this stadium. Sean Dyche implemented a blunt plan that nullified the hosts high pressing. Long balls and compact blocks forced…

Everton boss Moyes says United needed a rebuild in 2013 ahead of Old Trafford return David Moyes says United needed a long term rebuild when he succeeded Sir Alex Ferguson in 2013. Nevertheless, he suggested the upheaval at Old Trafford since Ferguson’s exit marks a departure from United’s values. Speaking before Everton’s return to Old…

Alejandro Garnacho anchors Chelsea on the left as Turf Moor tests nerves; Semenyo on form for Bournemouth and Isak must deliver for Liverpool Alejandro Garnacho is settling into Chelsea’s left wing after a summer move from Manchester United. He demonstrated range with a sharp assist for Pedro Neto before the international break. The move has…

Arsenal and Crystal Palace move weekend fixtures ahead of Carabao Cup quarter final Arsenal and Crystal Palace have asked the Premier League to move their weekend fixtures. This request relates to their Carabao Cup quarter final. The cup clash is scheduled for the Emirates on Tuesday 23 December. The teams were due to play at…

O Reilly stakes England claim as City defender shines; Canvot steps up for Palace; Sesko unsettled Nico O’Reilly has been named in England’s camp. The City full back showed tenacity against Salah as he closed space and won duels. The camp tests will decide if Guardiola trusts him in the biggest matches. Myles Lewis-Skelly was…

Everton edge Fulham as Gueye and Keane strike in the snappy fashion Moyes demanded Following Moyes’s call for more goals from midfield and defence, Everton started with purpose. Gueye and Keane answered with a deserved win over Fulham. Fulham offered little attacking threat, and their top scorer this season has been an own goal. A…

Everton need more edge in attack as Richarlison fights for minutes at Spurs Time is running out for Richarlison. Injuries to Solanke and Kolo Muani gave him a consistent starting run earlier this season. However, with Kolo Muani fit again, Richarlison has been benched. He missed a penalty against FC Copenhagen in midweek. Competition for…

Everton edge Sunderland in a frantic Stadium of Light clash as Ndiaye and Xhaka strike By Sheila Parr Iliman Ndiaye’s stunning solo goal was canceled out by Granit Xhaka at the Stadium of Light. At seven minutes, Dewsbury-Hall reached the byline and pulled the ball back to Ndiaye near the post. His shot was blocked,…

Moyes returns to Stadium of Light as Sunderland earn draw with Everton David Moyes returned to the Stadium of Light on familiar ground. This time the club looked brighter than eight years ago. Sunderland, under Régis Le Bris, rose to fourth after a 1-1 draw. Everton were Moyes’s visitors, and Iliman Ndiaye opened the scoring.…

Managerial churn, bold gambles and a restless weekend in the Premier League Vítor Pereira has been dismissed by Wolverhampton Wanderers after 45 days into a new three-year contract. The sacking is the fourth mid-season departure this campaign, a Premier League record for this stage of the year. The decision highlights owners willingness to pull the…