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- Manchester United fired more attempts (9 vs 8 shots).
West Ham defeated Manchester United 3-1 in Premier League. The fixture is part of the Regular Season - 7 stage in the 2018 season. The match was played at London Stadium in London. Michael Oliver, England officiated the match. The full-time result capped a West Ham vs Manchester United meeting in Premier League with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for West Ham and Manchester United. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
Premier LeagueRecorded meetings: 4 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
West Ham defeated Manchester United 3-1 in Premier League. The fixture is part of the Regular Season - 7 stage in the 2018 season. The match was played at London Stadium in London. Michael Oliver, England officiated the match. The full-time result capped a West Ham vs Manchester United meeting in Premier League with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for West Ham and Manchester United. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
Premier LeagueRecorded meetings: 4 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Leeds United will lock horns with Nottingham Forest at the City Ground this Saturday as they hope to secure maximum points on the road in the Premier League. The Whites managed to earn a dominant 4-0 ...
Matthias Jaissle has told his players to shut out the 'negativity' around Newcastle United ahead of their season opener against Liverpool.
Former Arsenal midfielder Paul Merson (Picture: Sky Sports) Paul Merson believes neither Manchester City nor Manchester United are capable of rivalling Arsenal in this season’s Premier League title race. Arsenal will begin their title defence on Friday against newly-promoted Coventry City at the Emirates. Mikel Arteta’s side have added more depth this summer with the signings of Bruno Guimaraes, Christian Tzolis and Illan Meslier, with Ezri Konsa also expected to sign for the defending champions in the coming days. The Gunners have already laid down a marker with their comprehensive win over Manchester City in the Community Shield last weekend. Exclusive Premier League previews Get ahead of the start of the season with our weekly football newsletter. Sign up now for free. And Merson believes that his former side are ‘comfortable’ favourites heading into the new season. ‘I just can’t see anybody stopping Arsenal,’ he told Sky Sports. ‘They’ll win it quite comfortably. I don’t see a single weakness in them regarding the Premier League. ‘They do have a few weaknesses in the Champions League but for the Premier League, they remind me of when Manchester City first started dominating the league: two players in every position. Arsenal are the defending champions (Picture: Getty) ‘William Saliba and Gabriel are unbelievable but then Cristhian Mosquera comes in and you wouldn’t even think Saliba was missing. Jurrien Timber is out but Ben White comes in [against City] and keeps Jeremy Doku quiet. ‘I just don’t see anybody touching Arsenal at the moment. The only ones who can beat Arsenal are themselves.’ It has been a busy off-season for virtually all of Arsenal’s potential title rivals, with a slew of managerial changes ahead of the new season. Enzo Maresca is back at Manchester City, while Andoni Iraola and Xabi Alonso have been tasked with improving the fortunes of Liverpool and Chelsea after their respective poor domestic campaigns last season. Enzo Maresca has replaced Pep Guardiola (Picture: AFP) But Merson believes that City may find it hard to adapt to life without Pep Guardiola and midfield maestro Rodri following his departure to Barcelona. ‘After watching the Community Shield, I said the one thing Manchester City cannot do is sell Rodri,’ he added. ‘And they did it after the game. ‘I just don’t see them competing with Arsenal this season. ‘There were some positives for them in that game, but over 38 games, I just don’t see how Manchester City will be able to live with Arsenal.’ Manchester United are preparing for life back in the Champions League (Picture: PA) Paul Merson's predicted top-six for this season Arsenal Liverpool Chelsea Manchester City Tottenham Manchester United Similarly, Merson finds it hard to envisage a title challenge from United as they prepare for their first full season with Michael Carrick at the helm. No team picked up more points than United in the league following Carrick’s appointment in January, earning 39 points from his 17 games. But Merson fears that a lack of squad depth and the added pressures of Champions League football will take its toll, insisting: ‘I just worry about Manchester United with Europe. ‘We saw it last season at times – their squad is wafer thin. ‘If Bruno Fernandes got injured, then you’d really worry. And yes, they have Youri Tielemans in there but I don’t see a dominant midfield. ‘Manchester United will have their ups and downs – and I don’t expect them to be challengers. It’s too early for that.’ For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
Newcastle have agreed a deal for Gençlerbirliği midfielder Ousmane Diabate as confirmed by journalist Resat Can Ozbudak. Providing details on the exclusive news, Turkish journalist Resat Can Ozbudak revealed that the 18- year-old midfielder has secured a 4+1 year agreement with Newcastle United. Under the terms of the transfer, Diabate will stay on loan at […] The post Newcastle agree deal to sign midfielder after losing Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Curtis Jones wanted to explore a new opportunity in Italy - and Liverpool did not want to stand in his way. Last summer, it was Trent Alexander-Arnold who left his boyhood club for Real Madrid. This summer, it is Jones who has done the same, although his destination is Milan.
A sensational move to Inter Miami has been floated as a possible next chapter for the Frenchman, although the situation surrounding his future is far more complicated than the glamorous destination might suggest. Lionel Messi could soon find himself sharing a dressing room with Karim Benzema, the former Real Madrid superstar who once played alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and is now one of his biggest rivals in the Saudi Pro League. A sensational move to Inter Miami has been floated as a possible next chapter for the Frenchman, although the situation surrounding his future is far more complicated than the glamorous destination might suggest. Benzema’s situation has become one of the most intriguing stories of the Saudi transfer window. With his future at Al-Hilal increasingly uncertain, speculation has naturally turned toward where the 38-year-old could continue his career if he leaves the club. Reports from Diario AS and Sky Sports indicate that Benzema is negotiating a possible contract termination with Al-Hilal. The French striker is reportedly out of Simone Inzaghi’s plans, while the club has already identified Aston Villa forward Ollie Watkins as a potential replacement. The situation became even more complicated after Benzema expressed his frustration at being substituted during Al-Hilal’s 4-2 victory over Al-Faisaly. Despite scoring in the match, the veteran forward was replaced in the second half, fueling further speculation about his relationship with the new manager. 🎥 BREAKING! Terjadi keributan antara Simone Inzaghi dan Benzema saat pertandingan Al-Hilal vs Al-Fasaily berlangsungBenzema yg ditarik keluar di menit 70 seperti terlihat tidak terima kalau dia harus digantikan ditengah pertandingan dam terlibat adu mulut dengan Inzaghi.… pic.twitter.com/jla1dkERK3— Dokter Gooners (@DokGooners) August 15, 2026 Inzaghi, however, attempted to calm the situation afterward. “We talked about that after the match. It’s normal that he wants to play every match, and I understand him because I was a striker too,” Inzaghi said, according to Saudi media reports. The Italian coach added that he has a respectful relationship with Benzema, describing him as “not only a great champion, but also a very great professional.” The financial problem blocking Benzema’s exit The biggest obstacle to Benzema leaving Al-Hilal is reportedly financial. The striker wants the full value of the final year of his contract, while Al-Hilal and the relevant Saudi soccer authorities are unwilling to simply pay the entire amount to terminate the agreement. Benzema’s contract structure makes matters even more complicated because part of his salary is reportedly covered through bodies connected to the Saudi Pro League. As a result, ending the deal could require approval from multiple parties rather than being a straightforward agreement between the player and the club. That issue has effectively put the next stage of the veteran striker’s career on hold. Al-Hilal wants to free up a foreign-player spot for a new striker, but it cannot fully move forward until Benzema’s contractual situation is resolved. Karim Benzema of Al Hilal during the AFC Champions League Elite. Could Messi and Benzema really unite in Miami? That uncertainty has opened the door to speculation about a stunning move to Major League Soccer. Inter Miami has been mentioned as a potential destination for Benzema, with the possibility of the Frenchman joining Messi, Luis Suarez and several other established stars creating an irresistible storyline, as per Saudi outlet Midan Al Yaum. The idea would reunite two of the most decorated forwards of their generation. Messi and Benzema spent years competing against each other in European soccer, particularly during Benzema’s Real Madrid career, but could now potentially become teammates in the United States.
CHRIS WHEELER: Carrick says it's 'ridiculous' to suggest United have been handed an easy start to the season - and admits it's asking a lot for his team to be considered title challengers.
Atletico Madrid fans chanted against Julian Alvarez, and coach Diego Simeone didn't defend the player amid the situation. Atletico Madrid kicked off their 2026-27 LaLiga campaign with a 2-0 win over Malaga, though Julian Alvarez‘s situation still found its way into the conversation at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium. The Argentine forward, whose future at the club has been thrown into doubt amid persistent links to Barcelona, didn’t feature in the match as he continues working toward full match fitness, and a section of Atletico supporters didn’t hold back their frustration with him, with chants targeting the striker ringing out from the stands. Asked directly about the chants after the match, Diego Simeone chose not to come to his player’s defense. “I respect our fans very much,” the Argentine coach responded shortly during the press conference, declining to elaborate further or address Alvarez’s situation at the club. The brief, pointed response did little to calm the situation. Rather than distancing himself from the supporters’ behavior or backing his forward publicly, Simeone’s answer was widely read as tacit approval of the fans’ anger, deepening the sense that the relationship between Alvarez and the Atletico faithful may have reached a breaking point. 🗣️ “There were some isolated chants from a very specific section of the fans insulting Julián Alvarez…”.🔴⚪️ Diego Simeone: “I’m very respectful toward our people”. pic.twitter.com/BjxVcEI8hX— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 19, 2026 Alvarez appears set to stay at Atletico this season Despite the tension and noise surrounding him, Julian Alvarez appears increasingly likely to remain at Atletico Madrid through the rest of the transfer window. The Argentine was back on the training pitch on Thursday as part of his individual fitness program, and Diego Simeone could hand him a place in the squad for the club’s next match, against Villarreal on Sunday, August 23. Adding to the sense that his Barcelona move may no longer be on the table, reports indicate the Catalan club have shifted their attention toward Lautaro Martinez as a fallback striker option, a move that would effectively close the door on any imminent deal for Alvarez.
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Hull City at the MKM Stadium (kick-off 12:30 BST). Marcus Rashford returned "fantastically" to the side and the forward "looks strong, sharp and ready to play football". Carrick added that Rashford, who has not played a Premier League fixture for United since December 2024, is "enjoying his football" and could be an option "through the middle".
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Leeds United will lock horns with Nottingham Forest at the City Ground this Saturday as they hope to secure maximum points on the road in the Premier League. The Whites managed to earn a dominant 4-0 ...
Matthias Jaissle has told his players to shut out the 'negativity' around Newcastle United ahead of their season opener against Liverpool.
Former Arsenal midfielder Paul Merson (Picture: Sky Sports) Paul Merson believes neither Manchester City nor Manchester United are capable of rivalling Arsenal in this season’s Premier League title race. Arsenal will begin their title defence on Friday against newly-promoted Coventry City at the Emirates. Mikel Arteta’s side have added more depth this summer with the signings of Bruno Guimaraes, Christian Tzolis and Illan Meslier, with Ezri Konsa also expected to sign for the defending champions in the coming days. The Gunners have already laid down a marker with their comprehensive win over Manchester City in the Community Shield last weekend. Exclusive Premier League previews Get ahead of the start of the season with our weekly football newsletter. Sign up now for free. And Merson believes that his former side are ‘comfortable’ favourites heading into the new season. ‘I just can’t see anybody stopping Arsenal,’ he told Sky Sports. ‘They’ll win it quite comfortably. I don’t see a single weakness in them regarding the Premier League. ‘They do have a few weaknesses in the Champions League but for the Premier League, they remind me of when Manchester City first started dominating the league: two players in every position. Arsenal are the defending champions (Picture: Getty) ‘William Saliba and Gabriel are unbelievable but then Cristhian Mosquera comes in and you wouldn’t even think Saliba was missing. Jurrien Timber is out but Ben White comes in [against City] and keeps Jeremy Doku quiet. ‘I just don’t see anybody touching Arsenal at the moment. The only ones who can beat Arsenal are themselves.’ It has been a busy off-season for virtually all of Arsenal’s potential title rivals, with a slew of managerial changes ahead of the new season. Enzo Maresca is back at Manchester City, while Andoni Iraola and Xabi Alonso have been tasked with improving the fortunes of Liverpool and Chelsea after their respective poor domestic campaigns last season. Enzo Maresca has replaced Pep Guardiola (Picture: AFP) But Merson believes that City may find it hard to adapt to life without Pep Guardiola and midfield maestro Rodri following his departure to Barcelona. ‘After watching the Community Shield, I said the one thing Manchester City cannot do is sell Rodri,’ he added. ‘And they did it after the game. ‘I just don’t see them competing with Arsenal this season. ‘There were some positives for them in that game, but over 38 games, I just don’t see how Manchester City will be able to live with Arsenal.’ Manchester United are preparing for life back in the Champions League (Picture: PA) Paul Merson's predicted top-six for this season Arsenal Liverpool Chelsea Manchester City Tottenham Manchester United Similarly, Merson finds it hard to envisage a title challenge from United as they prepare for their first full season with Michael Carrick at the helm. No team picked up more points than United in the league following Carrick’s appointment in January, earning 39 points from his 17 games. But Merson fears that a lack of squad depth and the added pressures of Champions League football will take its toll, insisting: ‘I just worry about Manchester United with Europe. ‘We saw it last season at times – their squad is wafer thin. ‘If Bruno Fernandes got injured, then you’d really worry. And yes, they have Youri Tielemans in there but I don’t see a dominant midfield. ‘Manchester United will have their ups and downs – and I don’t expect them to be challengers. It’s too early for that.’ For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
Newcastle have agreed a deal for Gençlerbirliği midfielder Ousmane Diabate as confirmed by journalist Resat Can Ozbudak. Providing details on the exclusive news, Turkish journalist Resat Can Ozbudak revealed that the 18- year-old midfielder has secured a 4+1 year agreement with Newcastle United. Under the terms of the transfer, Diabate will stay on loan at […] The post Newcastle agree deal to sign midfielder after losing Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Curtis Jones wanted to explore a new opportunity in Italy - and Liverpool did not want to stand in his way. Last summer, it was Trent Alexander-Arnold who left his boyhood club for Real Madrid. This summer, it is Jones who has done the same, although his destination is Milan.
A sensational move to Inter Miami has been floated as a possible next chapter for the Frenchman, although the situation surrounding his future is far more complicated than the glamorous destination might suggest. Lionel Messi could soon find himself sharing a dressing room with Karim Benzema, the former Real Madrid superstar who once played alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and is now one of his biggest rivals in the Saudi Pro League. A sensational move to Inter Miami has been floated as a possible next chapter for the Frenchman, although the situation surrounding his future is far more complicated than the glamorous destination might suggest. Benzema’s situation has become one of the most intriguing stories of the Saudi transfer window. With his future at Al-Hilal increasingly uncertain, speculation has naturally turned toward where the 38-year-old could continue his career if he leaves the club. Reports from Diario AS and Sky Sports indicate that Benzema is negotiating a possible contract termination with Al-Hilal. The French striker is reportedly out of Simone Inzaghi’s plans, while the club has already identified Aston Villa forward Ollie Watkins as a potential replacement. The situation became even more complicated after Benzema expressed his frustration at being substituted during Al-Hilal’s 4-2 victory over Al-Faisaly. Despite scoring in the match, the veteran forward was replaced in the second half, fueling further speculation about his relationship with the new manager. 🎥 BREAKING! Terjadi keributan antara Simone Inzaghi dan Benzema saat pertandingan Al-Hilal vs Al-Fasaily berlangsungBenzema yg ditarik keluar di menit 70 seperti terlihat tidak terima kalau dia harus digantikan ditengah pertandingan dam terlibat adu mulut dengan Inzaghi.… pic.twitter.com/jla1dkERK3— Dokter Gooners (@DokGooners) August 15, 2026 Inzaghi, however, attempted to calm the situation afterward. “We talked about that after the match. It’s normal that he wants to play every match, and I understand him because I was a striker too,” Inzaghi said, according to Saudi media reports. The Italian coach added that he has a respectful relationship with Benzema, describing him as “not only a great champion, but also a very great professional.” The financial problem blocking Benzema’s exit The biggest obstacle to Benzema leaving Al-Hilal is reportedly financial. The striker wants the full value of the final year of his contract, while Al-Hilal and the relevant Saudi soccer authorities are unwilling to simply pay the entire amount to terminate the agreement. Benzema’s contract structure makes matters even more complicated because part of his salary is reportedly covered through bodies connected to the Saudi Pro League. As a result, ending the deal could require approval from multiple parties rather than being a straightforward agreement between the player and the club. That issue has effectively put the next stage of the veteran striker’s career on hold. Al-Hilal wants to free up a foreign-player spot for a new striker, but it cannot fully move forward until Benzema’s contractual situation is resolved. Karim Benzema of Al Hilal during the AFC Champions League Elite. Could Messi and Benzema really unite in Miami? That uncertainty has opened the door to speculation about a stunning move to Major League Soccer. Inter Miami has been mentioned as a potential destination for Benzema, with the possibility of the Frenchman joining Messi, Luis Suarez and several other established stars creating an irresistible storyline, as per Saudi outlet Midan Al Yaum. The idea would reunite two of the most decorated forwards of their generation. Messi and Benzema spent years competing against each other in European soccer, particularly during Benzema’s Real Madrid career, but could now potentially become teammates in the United States.
CHRIS WHEELER: Carrick says it's 'ridiculous' to suggest United have been handed an easy start to the season - and admits it's asking a lot for his team to be considered title challengers.
Atletico Madrid fans chanted against Julian Alvarez, and coach Diego Simeone didn't defend the player amid the situation. Atletico Madrid kicked off their 2026-27 LaLiga campaign with a 2-0 win over Malaga, though Julian Alvarez‘s situation still found its way into the conversation at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium. The Argentine forward, whose future at the club has been thrown into doubt amid persistent links to Barcelona, didn’t feature in the match as he continues working toward full match fitness, and a section of Atletico supporters didn’t hold back their frustration with him, with chants targeting the striker ringing out from the stands. Asked directly about the chants after the match, Diego Simeone chose not to come to his player’s defense. “I respect our fans very much,” the Argentine coach responded shortly during the press conference, declining to elaborate further or address Alvarez’s situation at the club. The brief, pointed response did little to calm the situation. Rather than distancing himself from the supporters’ behavior or backing his forward publicly, Simeone’s answer was widely read as tacit approval of the fans’ anger, deepening the sense that the relationship between Alvarez and the Atletico faithful may have reached a breaking point. 🗣️ “There were some isolated chants from a very specific section of the fans insulting Julián Alvarez…”.🔴⚪️ Diego Simeone: “I’m very respectful toward our people”. pic.twitter.com/BjxVcEI8hX— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 19, 2026 Alvarez appears set to stay at Atletico this season Despite the tension and noise surrounding him, Julian Alvarez appears increasingly likely to remain at Atletico Madrid through the rest of the transfer window. The Argentine was back on the training pitch on Thursday as part of his individual fitness program, and Diego Simeone could hand him a place in the squad for the club’s next match, against Villarreal on Sunday, August 23. Adding to the sense that his Barcelona move may no longer be on the table, reports indicate the Catalan club have shifted their attention toward Lautaro Martinez as a fallback striker option, a move that would effectively close the door on any imminent deal for Alvarez.
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Hull City at the MKM Stadium (kick-off 12:30 BST). Marcus Rashford returned "fantastically" to the side and the forward "looks strong, sharp and ready to play football". Carrick added that Rashford, who has not played a Premier League fixture for United since December 2024, is "enjoying his football" and could be an option "through the middle".
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