Tag: star

Young star Johan Manzambi proving his worth for rising Aston Villa
18 October 2026 Off

Young star Johan Manzambi proving his worth for rising Aston Villa

By Total Football News

Among players in the Bundesliga in his position last season, Manzambi ranked first for progressive carries of 10 metres or more (116), shot-ending carries (13) and fouls won (78).

He then impressed in the World Cup, scoring twice in the 4-1 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina, getting a goal and an assist in the 2-1 victory over co-hosts Canada and also registering an assist in the 2-0 success over Algeria.

Unfortunately for

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Morgan Rogers: Why £117m Chelsea star failed at Bournemouth
5 October 2026 Off

Morgan Rogers: Why £117m Chelsea star failed at Bournemouth

By Total Football News

“I don’t think there’s such a thing as a bad loan,” Rogers’ first loan manager at Lincoln City, Michael Appleton, told BBC Sport.

Appleton had worked in West Brom’s academy and knew Rogers was one of the most highly rated prospects there. He made it his mission to bring him to Sincil Bank in League One.

He remembers Rogers having a big personality and speaking up in team meetings despite

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Odegaard and Saka star – player ratings for Arsenal v Chelsea
6 September 2026 Off

Odegaard and Saka star – player ratings for Arsenal v Chelsea

By Total Football News

Emiliano Martinez: There was concern when the Argentina goalkeeper was accidentally kicked in the head by Gabriel early on, but he was beaten too easily at his near post for Havertz’s equaliser. He later made a high-quality save from Saka in the second half. 5

Josh Acheampong: Often dragged into uncomfortable areas by Tzolis from a tactical perspective, but handled his individual defensive duties well. 6

Maxence Lacroix

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Fulham 2-3 Chelsea: Rogers and Palmer star as Sanchez struggles – how the players rated
25 August 2026 Off

Fulham 2-3 Chelsea: Rogers and Palmer star as Sanchez struggles – how the players rated

By Total Football News

Robert Sanchez: An early kicking error gifted Fulham a corner. He should have saved King’s equaliser at his near post, while his initial save for Fulham‘s second was parried into a dangerous area, allowing Garcia to score. 3

Josh Acheampong: The 20-year-old produced a fine double clearance and block in the 27th minute and looked solid throughout. 6

Maxence Lacroix: Remarkably involved in both of Chelsea

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Rodri injury: Man City and Spain star to have back surgery as Enzo Maresca brushes off transfer speculation
24 July 2026 Off

Rodri injury: Man City and Spain star to have back surgery as Enzo Maresca brushes off transfer speculation

By Total Football News

World Cup winner Rodri will have surgery on a back issue on Monday, new Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has confirmed.

The 30-year-old Spain captain guided his country to World Cup glory last week and was named the Golden Ball winner as player of the tournament.

But the midfielder’s last two seasons at club level were heavily disrupted – an anterior cruciate ligament injury leaving him sidelined for the majority

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World Cup 2026: Elliot Anderson’s rise to England star and Manchester City move
25 June 2026 Off

World Cup 2026: Elliot Anderson’s rise to England star and Manchester City move

By Total Football News

Anderson, who played 55 times in all competitions for Newcastle United, made his debut in an FA Cup defeat by Arsenal in January 2021 before joining Bristol Rovers on loan a year later.

It was here that he completed a vital part of his education – while also figuring in what might still be the most remarkable match of his career.

Former Republic of Ireland international Glenn Whelan was player-coach

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Southampton star says fans ‘deserved better’ as Spygate appeal dismissed
21 May 2026 Off

Southampton star says fans ‘deserved better’ as Spygate appeal dismissed

By Total Football News

Saints and Sinners: What we know about Spygate

Southampton will now miss out on a game dubbed the richest in world football, with the winners of the play-off final guaranteed a minimum £110m in Premier League broadcast revenue.

What rules did Southampton break?

The EFL charged Saints with breaking two regulations.

  • EFL Regulation 3.4, which requires clubs to act towards each other with
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Premier League predictions: Chris Sutton v England Gaming star Daniel ‘Stingray’ Ray – and AI
12 December 2025 Off

Premier League predictions: Chris Sutton v England Gaming star Daniel ‘Stingray’ Ray – and AI

By Total Football News

This is another big game at the bottom of the table.

I am so pleased for Leeds boss Daniel Farke because I was fed up with the rubbish being talked about how he cannot manage in the Premier League.

Leeds have had a tough run of games against Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool and it felt like there were people out there who were waiting and even wishing for

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