Champions League qualification may be required if Newcastle United is to secure two potential signings, it appears. Newcastle’s hopes of qualifying for European football’s top domestic competition were significantly boosted last weekend when they defeated Nottingham Forest 4-3 in a thriller at St. James’ Park to reclaim fifth place in the table. Newcastle sit a point ahead of Bournemouth and Chelsea, who both lost on Saturday, and level on points with Premier League holders Man City. Nuno Espirito Santo’s side now within arms reach, just three points above the Toon. Two targets could be keen? According to Mark Douglas of…
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Rangers have appointed Barry Ferguson as Head Coach until the end of the season. The iconic former Rangers captain, 47, will be joined by Ibrox veterans Neil McCann, Billy Dodds, and Alan McGregor in an Ibrox dream squad backroom crew. Moroccan coach Issame Charai, who was due to take command of the Scottish Premiership match against Kilmarnock on Wednesday, will also remain on the staff. Rangers announce Barry Ferguson. Rangers have announced Barry Ferguson and the rest of the Ibrox icons to their backroom staff through official club channels. Rangers have fired Philippe Clement and three of his coaching staff…
Forest is battling with Manchester City, Newcastle, Chelsea, and Aston Villa for the top of the Premier League. Gary Neville has given his assessment of Nottingham Forest’s top four Premier League hopes following their defeat to Newcastle United. Nottingham Forest remain in third position in the Premier League despite losing 4-3 against Newcastle on Sunday. However, they are only three points ahead of Manchester City in fourth place and Newcastle in fifth. Their next two Premier League matches are against Arsenal and Manchester City. On his Sky Sports podcast, Neville stated: “I think Nottingham Forest have been absolutely amazing, the…
Leeds United won the last time they played Sheffield United at Elland Road. However, this time around at Bramall Lane, things might be very different. Home advantage is often a significant element in such vital games like the one between Leeds United and Sheffield United at the top of the Championship on Monday. Leeds have the third-best away record in the league, while Sheffield United have the second-best home record, trailing only Leeds, who are now in first position in the Championship table, with the Blades in second. Both teams are in good form and coming off great victories, with…
Following Philippe Clement’s dismissal, the rumour mill has already gone into overdrive. We still have till the summer for a permanent appointment! Barry Ferguson is expected to be hired as Gers manager on a temporary basis, with plans to take over until the end of the season. Rangers have reportedly already spoken with Steven Gerrard and Sean Dyche about potential successors to the Belgian. Gerrard was also set to be floated, but there are plenty other names being considered. Alan Pardew, the former Premier League Manager of the Year, has also expressed interest, saying “of course” when asked if he…
Rangers could hire a new temporary manager in a “whirlwind” 24 hours after Philippe Clement was fired. Clement’s tenure at Rangers came to an end on Sunday (February 23), when his departure was confirmed. After losing 2-0 to St Mirren on Saturday (22 February), the Belgian had no way back, even with little to play for this season. Rangers ready for Barry Ferguson appointment. With Clement out, the Gers are looking for a new manager to help them stabilize the ship at Ibrox. Despite the fact that the Gers hierarchy previously supported the manager, it appears that fan demands made…
There was a fleeting moment of relief when Philippe Clement’s stint with Rangers came to an end. For just five minutes, fans were unified, with thoughts instantly moving to who the next Rangers manager could be once Clement’s dismissal was confirmed. Then the discussions began about who the Rangers should appoint, as a number of names emerged as potential interim candidates. Barry Ferguson has a chance to become the Rangers’ assistant. Steven Gerrard and current assistant manager Issame Charai are both contenders, but when Barry Ferguson’s name came up, it raised some eyebrows. Ferguson had the opportunity to get a…
Leeds United and Sheffield United face off in South Yorkshire on Monday night, for what might just be the best Championship game of the season so far. It’s certainly going to be the game between the two best teams in the league, and the game between the two teams in the best form right now. Leeds United go into this one on a 15-game uneaten run in the Championship, fresh off the back of a 2-1 comeback win against Sunderland in their last outing. Chris Wilder’s Sheffield United meanwhile have won their last four in the league and have won seven of their…
Head coach Nuno Espirito Santo rued a costly first-half spell as Nottingham Forest suffered a third successive away defeat in the Premier League. The Reds had taken the lead against Newcastle United courtesy of a Callum Hudson-Odoi strike with six minutes on the clock. However, their opponents turned the game around by scoring four goals in 11 minutes to take a comfortable lead into the break. Forest put in a better performance in the second half and mounted a good response. Nikola Milenkovic and Ryan Yates reduced the deficit and gave the visitors a chance of snatching a draw. But with only three…
Many believe Liverpool’s forward line will be overhauled due to Mohamed Salah’s uncertain future. With Salah’s future at Liverpool still uncertain, the Reds appear to be preparing a backup plan in case the Egyptian leaves Anfield this summer. Liverpool have been linked with a whole host of attackers, with the most high profile of those links coming in the shape of a potential move for Alexander Isak. Despite Newcastle valuing Isak at £150m, Liverpool’s interest in the striker hasn’t gone away, with Daniel Sturridge recently revealing why the Reds should sign the Swedish forward. Daniel Sturridge praised Liverpool target Alexander…