Tag: surprised

28 April 2025 Off

James Traffford: Burnley goalkeeper not surprised by his success

By Total Football News

Burnley boss Scott Parker described him as “world-class” for his efforts this term, hailing his resolve to become the best stopper in the Championship this term after losing his place in the side at the tail-end of last season.

In addition to his league achievements, Trafford was named in Thomas Tuchel’s first England squad earlier this year, though he is yet to make his full Three Lions debut.

Off the

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20 April 2025 Off

Kevin de Bruyne: Belgian surprised not to be offered a new contract by Manchester City

By Total Football News

De Bruyne has struggled with injuries, having missed almost five months of last season when City won their fourth consecutive Premier League title, playing just 26 games in all competitions, and has started just 19 matches this term.

Announcing his departure on social media earlier this month, he admitted “whether we like it or not, it’s time to say goodbye”, while City manager Guardiola added “it was not easy for

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23 August 2024 Off

Kieran Trippier: Newcastle boss Eddie Howe ‘surprised’ by reports England defender wants to leave

By Total Football News

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe says he has been “surprised” by reports that Kieran Trippier wants to leave the club.

The 33-year-old England international was an unused substitute in the Magpies’ 1-0 win against Southampton on Saturday.

Howe said Trippier “continues to be really valued” by the club.

“The situation is business as usual, Tripps has trained really well this week. I’m surprised by a lot of the stories

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20 May 2024 Off

Daniel Farke: Leeds United boss surprised at team’s progress

By Total Football News

After a large turnover of players in the summer Leeds won just three of their opening nine league matches of the campaign.

However, their form improved thereon and a 10-match winning run at the start of this calendar year propelled them into automatic promotion contention.

Although they tailed off with just one win in their final six games to finish third behind Leicester City and Ipswich Town they are now

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