When Liverpool were drawn with Manchester City in the quarter finals of the Champions League, a sudden shift in mood was evident.
Talk of City’s potential treble was more muffled and the narrative that Pep Guardiola’s side was the best English football had ever seen stalled somewhat. People who thought that City were unstoppable now all of a sudden started to say “I fancy Liverpool here.”
They were right, as it turned out.
What had changed was the feel around City. They no longer seemed quite so invincible, and after a few injuries the sheen had come off slightly.
They are still a wonderful football team, though. And after a 3-0 win in the first leg of a Champions League quarter final – which would signal game over for most, if not all, other ties – this one still seems somehow alive.
That might be because Manchester City have won eight of their 14 home Premier League games by a margin of three or more goals – including against Liverpool in September. Or it might be because, well, if Liverpool can do it, why can’t the team 18 points ahead of them in the table?
Indeed, that same good vibe that many people had around Liverpool just before they played City on Wednesday night, some now seem to have around Guardiola’s team: ask anyone after a 3-0 first leg defeat and they’ll tell you it’s game over, but few have the same thoughts about next week’s match.
This weekend, both teams have derbies they probably wish were left until next weekend or later. Both City and Liverpool would surely love to go into a derby game wanting to win just because they want to beat their city rivals. And yet both could be forgiven for resting some of their players in derbies which – beyond the fact they’re derbies – don’t matter a great deal.
And yet the wounds are there: back in December, Sam Allardyce’s Everton managed a draw at Anfield in a game in which they deserved nothing but a sound thrashing. Resting Roberto Firmino saw Jurgen Klopp draw the ire of the media as well as some of his own fans.
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That shouldn’t be happen this time if Liverpool are to play a weakened side – everyone knows what’s at stake on Tuesday night – but that doesn’t mean Klopp wasn’t bitten last time or will not be shy this time.
City not have nothing to lose. They are freed of expectation and inhibition and are in a mindset where they know that controlling the second leg and nicking three (probably four) goals to win the tie is their sole aim. And just as the mood changed around Liverpool before the tie started, the Reds have to ensure that mood doesn’t change and solidify in City’s minds on Tuesday night.
Known as the ‘friendly derby’, the all-Merseyside clash is one of the most eagerly anticipated games in English football.
Everton and Liverpool have very much been on the up over the course of the past few years, and the games nowadays seem to have genuine meaning in the battle for spots at the upper end of the table – albeit this season is a little more complicated.
Last time out at Anfield Phil Jagielka’s stunning last minute drive saw the game end 1-1, and the visitors this time around will be desperate to avenge the shared points and maintain their impressive 2015 form. But, who would make the ultimate combined XI?
We think this lot are the pick of the red and blue troops in a 4-3-3 set-up… Agree? Disagree?
Tim Howard
Simon Mignolet may have revived a little of late, but rather like microwaving a cold cup of tea, he can’t quite be saved! Howard has also been off the pace lately, but the currently injured American has proven himself in the Premier League through the years and well and truly shone at the World Cup over the summer.
Tall, imposing and commanding, Howard is a good foundation for a solid defence.
Seamus Coleman
This term may not be looking like the success last season was for Coleman, but the Irish ace is still an excellent right-back. Everton’s defensive struggles and the lack of pace his centre-backs possess may be hindering the 26-year-old, and we’re willing to give him the benefit of the doubt and a spot in this all-Mersey XI.
Martin Skrtel
The big Slovakian may love to get involved in a bit of penalty area wrestling, but he’s actually a very adept centre-back. Quicker than he’s given credit for, brave, fierce in the tackle and a threat from attacking set-pieces, Skrtel was a key member of the Liverpool side that so nearly claimed the league title last season, and has impressed this term since Rodgers’ decision to switch to a back three.
Mamadou Sakho
An all-Liverpool centre-back combo is completed by Sakho. The Frenchman’s last derby day is one he’ll want to forget – he allegedly stormed out of Anfield after being dropped from the squad – but this time around it could be a much more positive 90 minutes for the ex-PSG captain. Although he looks a little leggy and appears to be one second away from a catastrophic error, a pass completion record of 89% suggests that he’s actually an adept footballer!
Leighton Baines
The back four is rounded off with Baines who, although not performing to his very best this term, is one of the best left-back in English football. Excellent from crossing situations and deadly from set-pieces, the ex-Wigan man’s solid defensive attributes and will to win often get overlooked.
Steven Gerrard
How could any Merseyside XI be complete without Stevie Gerrard? This looks to be the last time ‘Captain Fantastic’ takes to the field against Everton, and although his powers are fading, there is still magic in those boots, and he’ll surely be eager to show it at Goodison Park. A true hero of the modern game and one of the best midfielders to have ever been produced in England.
Ross Barkley
From the past to the future, Barkley has already been compared to Gerrard, and the potential he has is truly frightening. Although a little naïve defensively, the marauding midfielder is a breath of fresh air going forward, where his exuberance comes to the fore through driving runs and wicked shots from distance. Injuries have hindered him of late, but this XI will always have space for Ross.
Philippe Coutinho
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At the apex of this midfield three Coutinho will be pulling the strings. A little frustrating at times, the Brazilian has a sprinkling of stardust in his boots and is capable of the spectacular – as he showed against Bolton earlier this week. Like many Samba stars, the No. 10 appears to have the ball glued to his feet when moving at full flight, and his silky skills have truly been on show since the turn of the year alongside Raheem Sterling.
Kevin Mirallas
Now to the exciting stuff… the front three. Both Mersey clubs have real talent in the final third, and Mirallas is one of the best in the North West region. The Belgian can blow hot and cold, but when he’s hot, he’s on fire! Able to drift past his marker and rifle the ball at goal with deadly accuracy and power, the ex-Olympiakos man will be a threat this weekend.
Raheem Sterling
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Fresh from his mid-winter holiday in Jamaica, Sterling has been excellent of late. There seems to be no position on the field the youngster cannot operate in, but for the purpose of this team he’s on the right flank where his pace and lightening feet are lethal. Although a little wasteful in front of goal, Sterling looks like he’s destined for the very top.
Daniel Sturridge
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Score. Dance. Repeat. Having Sturridge back has lifted the mood on the red half of Merseyside, while the blue sector must have been quietly hoping for a minor set-back to keep him out of the derby. Now a talisman for his side, Sturridge is prolific in front of goal and seems ready to step up following Luis Suarez’s exit, although he’s only had five chances to show that so far!
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini praised the performance of QPR’s Julio Cesar during their 0-0 draw.
The Brazilian made a succession of fine saves to earn the visitors a point, and frustrate title chasing City.
Mancini, who coached Cesar at Inter Milan, congratulated the stopper on a fine performance, but believes his team should have taken all three points:
“Julio is one of the top keepers in the world and he saved his team and I’m very happy for him because I know him very well but I’m very frustrated for us,” he told Sky Sports.
“I think that now QPR is a different team, they don’t concede a lot of space, it is difficult to play against them now because they play with 10 players behind the ball, if you don’t score or find a good solution like we had today in the first half it’s difficult.
“We missed a good chance tonight. We played well, we didn’t concede, but in football you need to score.”
Despite the result, the big story from the City camp was Mario Balotelli’s departure to AC Milan.
The Italian is expected to move to the San Siro ahead of the transfer deadline after a disappointing season with City.
Mancini admitted that he will be sad to see Balotelli leave, but that he believes a move will suit the striker:
“We are very sorry because we love Mario. But I think that he had this big chance to go back to Italy and to play for another top club like Milan.”
With Balotelli’s imminent exit Mancini could be short of attacking options for the rest of the season.
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Despite this, he played down talk of drafting in a replacement before the end of the week:
“I don’t know, we have three strikers, we will see, we only have two days it is difficult to get the player now.”
Leeds fans want to see some of the Under-23 side in the first team this season, after the youngsters continued their fine form on Friday night.There hasn’t been much to cheer about at Elland Road since Christmas, but the U23s now sit third in their division after four straight wins, and fans want the youngsters to see some first team action against Bolton next weekend.Carlos Corberán’s side have come on leaps and bounds in recent weeks, and two players in particular have caught fans’ eyes.Sam Dalby impressed once again in Friday’s 3-0 win over Cardiff, grabbing the opening goal just before half time. The towering striker was signed from Leyton Orient in January, and scored twice in last week’s 3-2 win against Ipswich.[ad_pod ]Jack Clarke was another one that made a lasting impression, providing two assists in Friday’s win.The 17 year-old winger signed his first professional deal with the club earlier this season, having been promoted to the U23 side following some fantastic performances for the U18s.Fans have been reacting to the performances on Twitter, and plenty are calling for the star duo to make an impact in the first team, particularly Dalby.Some of the best Twitter reactions can be found below…
It looks set to be another action-packed Premier League weekend, including such blockbuster fixtures as Liverpool vs Stoke, West Ham vs Newcastle and Everton vs Tottenham.But the pick of the bunch? Undoubtedly Manchester City’s visit to Southampton during Sunday’s lunch-time kick-off.The remodeled Saints have bounced back tremendously from their infamous summer exodus of key players, skyrocketing their way to second in the Premier League table, albeit six points behind Chelsea.Meanwhile, the third-place Citizens have some catching up to do if they plan on successfully defending the English title this season. They not only need to leapfrog Southampton but also close the eight-point gap between themselves and the west Londoners.Matches of such quality, importance and velocity however often come down to which side dominates the individual battles.With that in mind, here’s FIVE that will decide the result on Sunday afternoon.
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MORGAN SCHENIDERLIN VS YAYA TOURE
Since Southampton’s top flight ascension in summer 2012, Morgan Scheniderlin has continually proved himself to be one of the Premier League’s top midfield enforcers. Once again, he’s in the Premier League’s top ten for successful tackles this term:
And the 25 year-old’s added goals to his game this season, netting three times since the summer – including this absolute stunner against Newcastle:
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That being said, Yaya Toure represents as tough a challenge a midfielder can face in the Premier League, boasting an eclectic mix of pace, power, creativity and goals.
The 31 year-old’s been somewhat below his usual standards this season but let’s not forget what he’s capable of. Toure was the Premier League’s third-top scorer with 20 goals last season:
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And the Ivory Coast international will be keen to impact at St. Marys, having watched from the sidelines as Manchester City beat a ten-man Bayern Munich in midweek through suspension.
Schneiderlin is also the Saints’ water-carrier in midfield:
So he’ll need to find an ideal equilibrium between ball retention, supporting attacks and nullifying the world-class threat Toure represents.
Quickly attracting interest from many of Europe’s top clubs due to his sensational form however, Schneiderlin will relish facing the City talisman on Sunday. The last time these two met in the Premier League, this happened:
GRAZIANO PELLE VS VINCENT KOMPANY
An absolute gem for any Fantasy Football enthusiasts out there, Southampton striker Graziano Pelle has emerged as one of the Premier League’s best value-for-money acquisitions since joining the South Coast outfit from Feyenoord in the summer.
In fact, his form – as detailed below – has been so impressive that the 29 year-old received his first call-up to the Italy squad back in October, now boasting one goal and two caps:
He’s not the most influential in open play but comes with classy feet and is absolutely clinical in front of goal. Here’s some of Pelle’s highlights this season:
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He’ll be up against a rather daunting challenge in Vincent Kompany however, unquestionably one of the best centre-backs in the European game.
City’s defensive record isn’t too bad this season – conceding 13 in 12 – and they’ve kept three clean sheets in the Belgium international’s presence, including against Manchester United.
Kompany likes to physically dominate from the first minute to last and will have to assert that early-on against Pelle, especially in the air. The Italian’s 3.9 successful aerial duels per match is only bettered by two Premiership strikers; Peter Crouch and Burnley’s Lukas Jutkiewicz.
DUSAN TADIC VS PABLO ZABALETA
Another sensational find from the Southampton scouting team, former FC Twente star Dusan Tadic has established himself as amongst the Premier League’s most potent creators since joining the St. Mary’s ranks this summer.
Indeed, he’s bagged six assists in 12 appearances for the Saints, featuring in nearly every minute of their league campaign, and although the 26 year-old hasn’t scored or assisted since mid-October, he’s stiill at pole position in the chances created charts, beating the likes of Cesc Fabregas and Angel Di Maria:
Tadic can feature on either flank so it remains to be seen how Roland Koeman will see fit to utilise him against the Citizens.
But his most influential role this season has been on the left-wing, as detailed below, and working on that assumption, he’ll directly face Argentine World Cup finalist Pablo Zabaleta on Sunday.
The 29 year-old is a ferocious competitor and battle-hardened warrior, famed for his soundness defensively. This season however his influence is more predominant going forward:
So Tadic will have to ensure he’s not leaving Ryan Bertrand exposed by letting the City defender run off the back of him.
FRASER FORSTER VS SERGIO AGUERO
Southampton boast the best defensive record in the Premier League. They’ve conceded just six times in twelve fixtures and kept an incredible seven clean sheets.
Resultantly however, Fraser Forster has faced the fewest shots of any Premier League goalkeeper, perhaps explaining this absolute clanger against Aston Villa on Monday evening:
The England international will have to shake off that ring-rust in time for the Citizens’ visit; only Cristiano Ronaldo has scored more league goals than City front-man Sergio Aguero this season:
Southampton’s defensive organisation is impeccable but it’s inevitable that the Argentina international will get chances on Sunday.
Also averaging 5.3 shots per match – the second most of any player in Europe’s five leading top flights – with an accuracy ratio of 66%, Forster will have to be in top form to prevent the 26 year-old from getting on the score sheet. Here’s a clip of Aguero, currently the Premier League’s top scorer, in action this season:
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NATHANIEL CLYNE VS JAMES MILNER
It’s been a sensational season for Southampton right-back Nathaniel Clyne. He’s emerged as England’s first-choice No.2 during the recent international break, netted this absolute stunner against Aston Villa on Monday night to bag his second goal of the season:
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… and currently boasts the best tackling return in the Premier League:
Indeed, the 23 year-old appears to be improving by the game and will relish the challenge of facing Manchester City on Sunday.
With David Silva out injured for the St. Marys’ visit, Clyne will likely be up against new-found England team-mate James Milner.
The stocky midfielder has become better famed his spoof Twitter alter ego over the last few years:
But Milner is amid an impressive revival of form this season, as detailed below:
And Clyne must make sure his ability to contribute going forward isn’t nullified by the 29 year-old’s world-class industry and defensive contribution.
West Ham are set to sign Marouane Chamakh on loan from Arsenal, according to reports from the Daily Mail.
The striker is thought to be surplus to requirements at the Emirates Stadium, following a disastrous spell in North London.
After notching only eight goals in 40 Premier League appearances with the Gunners, the club are thought to happy to allow the Moroccan to leave, and will even subsidise his £65,000-per-week wages for duration of his time at Upton Park.
Hammers boss Sam Allardyce is keen to draft in attacking options and sees Chamakh as an ideal source of back-up to Carlton Cole whilst Andy Carroll recovers from injury.
If the temporary move is successful, the East Londoners may even attempt to draft him in as a permanent replacement for Cole, who is out of contract at the end of the season.
Reports suggest that deal is close to being finalised, but it is thought that he will be unable for West Ham’s FA Cup clash with Manchester United on Saturday.
Tottenham, Everton, Blackburn and Espanyol have all been previously linked with a move, whilst his former club Bordeaux are thought to have had multiple bids rejected.
Arsenal beat Liverpool to Chamakh’s signature in 2010, when he was regarded as one of the finest talents in Europe.
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However, he has failed to adapt to the rigours of the Premier League, managing only a few of impressive displays.
The writing had been on the wall for Mauricio Pellegrino for some time at Southampton.
The Argentine was sacked on Monday evening following a dismal record in the Premier League.
In the summer, the Saints opened a new chapter by bringing in Pellegrino to replace Claude Puel, but the task did not go to plan.
In 30 top-flight matches, the coastal club won just five under Pellegrino’s leadership, which has left them one point above the relegation zone with eight games left to play.
Southampton fans have been unhappy for some time about the manager’s style of play, and his sacking would have come as no surprise to them.
Now, potential replacements have been filling the newspaper columns, with former Stoke City boss Mark Hughes believed to have held talks regarding the position, according to BBC Sport.
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While fans mull over the prospect of welcoming a new manager, they will also be digesting what Pellegrino has had to say about his dismissal.
In a statement released via the club’s official website, the Argentine said:
“As you know, my period in Southampton has finished. From the beginning I tried to do my best every single day, I tried to give back to the club and tried to represent the club with pride. Some moments we managed this, some moments we couldn’t, but we have been living a difficult season for many reasons. The manager is the face of a lot of decisions and actions, but I always tried to put the club first with my technical staff and the board behind me.
“I am really happy with the hospitality of the people of Southampton and the respect you have shown me in every moment during this experience. The fans have been behind us even in difficult games and I am really grateful for your support in those situations.
“I feel so sorry to leave the club in this situation, but when you don’t get results I understand the decision the club has to take. I wish everyone all the best for the rest of the season, I have enjoyed an amazing experience and I know that Southampton has everything required to move forward.”
There were numerous doubters amongst the footballing world about Southampton this season.
After losing a host of big name stars that were influential in their fantastic eighth placed Premier League finish last season, the Saints were one of the favourites to be relegated when the 2014/2015 campaign began. Replacing players like Rickie Lambert, Adam Lallana, Luke Shaw, Calum Chambers, Dejan Lovren and manager Mauricio Pochettino, Southampton looked like they had a mountain to climb.
This has not proved to be the case thus far. New gaffer Ronald Koema, has arrived and rejuvenated a beleaguered Southampton side, who only five years ago were lying in 22nd place in League One. The former Feyenoord coach has also made some very shrewd signings in order to replace the key players that got them back into England’s top flight.
The stand out players has been Italian target man Graziano Pelle and winger Dusan Tadic, both of whom were signed from Koeman’s native Netherlands. Other new recruits such as goalkeeper Fraser Forster, left back Ryan Bertrand and striker Shane Long resulted in the South Coast club spending an astonishing £57.9m after generating players’ sales just short of the £100m mark.
One rising star that cost a hefty £10m is winger Sadio Mane. Questions were immediately asked about the wisdom of the St. Mary’s outfit spending that amount of money on a 21-year-old coming from Red Bull Salzburg and the less competitive Austrian league.
However, Mane is already starting to justify his £10m price tag, making a significant contribution in the 2-1 Capital One Cup win away at Arsenal, as well as notching two domestic goals already, in the 8-0 thrashing of Sunderland and the narrow 1-0 against Stoke City.
So who is Sadio Mane?
The Senegalese midfielder started his footballing life with French side FC Metz, and in the 2011/2012 season scored two goals in 22 appearances. This prompted a move to Austria, moving to Red Bull Salzburg for £4m, the third biggest transfer fee FC Metz had received.
His time in Austria just showed why Koeman was eager to snap him up immediately. In 63 games, Mane scored an eye-catching 31 goals. While playing in the Austrian league, Mane was also testing himself across Europe in the Europa League. This showed that the tricky winger loves to take on defenders, completing 38 successful dribbles in the competition, more than any other player in the Europa League last season.
The Austrian Bundesliga and Austrian Cup winner also had the privilege of representing his country at the 2012 Olympics in London. Making four appearances for Senegal, Mane helped his team qualify out of the group, finishing above Uruguay, before being knocked out in the quarter finals by eventual winners Mexico.
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His impressive goal record and young age is the main reason why Southampton signed him when they had the chance. On this basis, considering the impressive start the Saints have made, Mane could become a top class winger in the Premier League.
It’s been something of a turbulent week for Arsenal FC, which saw the Gunners knocked out of the Capital One Cup on Tuesday at the hands of League 2 side Bradford City at Valley Parade.
Prior to that, Arsene Wenger’s men took on West Brom in the Premier League at the Emirates Stadium and, while Arsenal won 2-0, the match was not without controversy.
Mikel Arteta scored twice from the spot, with the first penalty wrongly awarded after Arsenal’s Santi Cazorla dived when challenged by Steven Reid.
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Arsenal’s decision to move for Borussia Dortmund’s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in the January transfer window has come in for some criticism, partly owing to the fact that Arsenal already possessed a wealth of attacking options bolstered by the purchase of Alexandre Lacazette in the summer.
Add in Arsenal’s woeful defending in recent games, which has seen them lose 3-0 to Manchester City in the League Cup final and 2-1 to Ostersunds in the second leg of their Europa League last 32 tie, and you begin to realise why Gunners fans aren’t particularly happy with manager Arsene Wenger’s focus on buying attacking players.
We asked Arsenal fans yesterday whether they thought they had paid over the odds when they splashed out £56m on Aubameyang, but just 36% of them believed that they had.
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To the Gabonese forward’s credit, he did score a debut goal in the 5-1 demolition of Everton earlier this month and he came closest to scoring for Arsenal in their cup final defeat at the weekend – only to have Kyle Walker snuff out the opportunity at the last second.
Furthermore, Transfrmarket values Aubemeyang a shade higher than his transfer fee at £58.5m.
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