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A look at how Liverpool might lineup when they are hosted by Brentford on January 2 as Klopp considers a midfield reshuffle. While the majority of the injury problems that blighted Liverpool’s first half of the campaign have largely cleared up, Jurgen Klopp is still dealing with a handful of problems as 2023 rolls in. The Reds travel to Brentford on January 2 looking to make it three successive post-Christmas victories and five on the spin in the Premier League dating back to before the break for the World Cup. And while the crippling midfield injury problems have subsided significantly, Klopp is…

Frank Lampard explained what Everton did to help nullify reigning champions Man City, and labelled one opposing player “special”. The Toffees earned a much-needed point at the Etihad, thanks to a battling performance from Lampard’s team and a Demarai Gray wondergoal. Erling Haaland had an enthralling individual battle with Ben Godfrey, with tensions bubbling under the surface throughout after he was smashed by the defender in the early moments of the game. City’s number nine responded emphatically after opening the scoring in the 24th minute, converting an excellent low cross by Riyad Mahrez after he took on two Everton defenders.…

Frank Lampard explained what Everton did to help nullify reigning champions Man City, and labelled one opposing player “special”. The Toffees earned a much-needed point at the Etihad, thanks to a battling performance from Lampard’s team and a Demarai Gray wondergoal. Erling Haaland had an enthralling individual battle with Ben Godfrey, with tensions bubbling under the surface throughout after he was smashed by the defender in the early moments of the game. City’s number nine responded emphatically after opening the scoring in the 24th minute, converting an excellent low cross by Riyad Mahrez after he took on two Everton defenders.…

Monaco defender Benoit Badiashile is set to join Chelsea in a deal worth around £33million. The 21-year-old has impressed for the Ligue 1 side since breaking into the first team in 2018 and despite interest from Newcastle last summer, Chelsea look set to land the starlet. The Athletic report Badiashile has agreed personal terms on a long-term contract and his medical is in the process of being scheduled. The France international fits the bill for Chelsea who are in the market for a left-sided centre-back. Initially, the Blues set their sights on Croatia’s World Cup cup sensation Josko Gvardiol but were unable to agree a…

The Suicide Squad actress revealed her favourite piece of movie memorabilia actually has a practical purpose too. Margot Robbie, 32, has now played the anti-hero Harley Quinn in three separate films, but one prop manages to connect them all. Harley’s notorious weapon of choice, a baseball bat, now sits next to her bed as she told Express.co.uk. Last month, Margot Robbie became one of the youngest actors honoured through a BAFTA’s Life In Pictures event. At the London event, Margot told Express.co.uk and other outlets some of the behind-the-scenes highlights of her career, from Neighbours to Barbie and beyond. When asked if she had ever taken…

Gary Neville believes that Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez will become world class amid his difficult start to life at the Anfield club. Nunez joined Liverpool from Benfica in a deal worth a potential £85 million. So far, he has scored nine times in 20 appearances for the Reds. Despite a more than reasonable goal return, many fans have been critical of Nunez for wasting many chances, like he did against Aston Villa and Leicester in Liverpool’s last two Premier League matches. The Uruguayan started up top against the Foxes at Anfield and was an absolute handful as he caused chaos, but ultimately he…

Pep Guardiola admitted he had to warn Erling Haaland against getting himself sent off in a stormy 1-1 draw against Everton. A frustrated Haaland was booked for a lunge on Vitaliy Mykolenko midway through the first half after previously being caught by Ben Godfrey and then left James Tarkowski on the floor with a flailing arm as he shielded the ball. Guardiola wouldn’t directly criticise referee Andy Madley but hinted that City have come to expect their players not being protected. ‘It was a (deserved) yellow card for Haaland. He was a bit angry for the first action on his ankle (by Godfrey). I told…

Pep Guardiola admitted he had to warn Erling Haaland against getting himself sent off in a stormy 1-1 draw against Everton. A frustrated Haaland was booked for a lunge on Vitaliy Mykolenko midway through the first half after previously being caught by Ben Godfrey and then left James Tarkowski on the floor with a flailing arm as he shielded the ball. Guardiola wouldn’t directly criticise referee Andy Madley but hinted that City have come to expect their players not being protected. ‘It was a (deserved) yellow card for Haaland. He was a bit angry for the first action on his ankle (by Godfrey). I told…

Cristiano Ronaldo left Manchester United during the World Cup. Cristiano Ronaldo has finally found a new club after leaving Manchester United in November. The Portugal forward had his contract terminated following an explosive interview with Piers Morgan. Ronaldo has headed out to Saudi Arabia after signing for Al-Nassr. But if Todd Boehly hadn’t bought Chelsea, the blockbuster star could well have ended up at Stamford Bridge. Ronaldo has enjoyed an illustrious career at the top of the game and has racked up goal after goal wherever he has played. During his first stint at Old Trafford, he won three Premier League titles, the Champions League,…

Marvel Studios’ Doctor Strange sequel – Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness – premiered in theaters in the United States on Friday. The superhero film, which is part of Phase Four of the MCU, promises plenty of high-octane action and supernatural theatrics, as Dr. Stephen Strange, played by Benedict Cumberbatch, joins other familiar cast members Benedict Wong (Wong), Rachel McAdams (Christine Palmer) and Chiwetel Ejiofor (Karl Mordo), who all reprise their roles. This go-around, Elizabeth Olsen is among the newcomers (who reprises her role as Wanda Maximoff / Scarlet Witch from other MCU productions), some seven years after making her MCU debut in 2015’s Avengers:…

Scarlett Johansson wants to make something clear. The majority of her character’s daring stunts in Captain America: The Winter Soldier were performed by her. Only the most dangerous were left to doubles. ‘It’s important people know that,’ she says. ‘If you just hand over to the experts when the going gets tough, I don’t think you are fully embracing the part. ‘I like doing the stunts. Oh, sure, it hurts sometimes. I came into work on Winter Soldier some days aching with bruises and bangs, and Samuel L. Jackson, my co-star, would say: “So why not just hand over that…

Neil Patrick Harris may have been the host, but Sunday night’s Academy Awards ceremony hadn’t even started before John Travolta stole the show. The actor, who famously fluffed Frozen singer Idina Menzel’s name at last year’s Oscars, grabbed all the social media heat again by sneaking up on actress Scarlett Johansson on the red carpet. Travolta, 61, approached Scarlett from behind and kissed her on the cheek, while sliding his hand around her waist. The surprising smooch, and Johansson’s amused reaction, was captured with one click of the camera. And the rest, as they say, was history. Scroll down for…

Margot Robbie attended the 93rd Academy Awards last night looking a little different as she ditched her usual icy-blonde hair for a softer tousled look featuring a full fringe With no red carpet, a stripped-back guest list and a train station venue, the Oscars looked a little different this year. But what the show lacked in glitz and glamour, the stars surely made up for. Margot Robbie, whose production company LuckyChap Entertainment produced the Best Picture nominated Promising Young Woman , took the opportunity to show off her new ‘do as she made an appearance on the pink carpet. In place of…

When the teamsheets were released at Molineux in mid-morning, the positioning of one name took everyone by surprise. Marcus Rashford, who scored three goals at the World Cup in Qatar, who has been in scintillating form since his return and who scored one and set one up in Manchester United’s midweek victory over Nottingham Forest, was listed among the substitutes. When he was asked about it before kick-off, United manager Erik ten Hag said Rashford had been left out of the starting line-up for the game against Wolves for ‘internal disciplinary’ reasons. He did not elaborate. Ten Hag has established…

Marcus Rashford started the day as public enemy No.1, but he came off the bench to hand Manchester United three points – sending them into the Champions League spots Erik ten Hag continued his winning ways against a resolute Wolves side thanks to bad-boy Marcus Rashford. Rashford went from zero to hero after he started the game on the naughty step, only to find himself notching the only goal of the game less than two hours later. Manchester United’s upturn in form continues as they moved into the top four of the Premier League. Ten Hag’s side had to dig deep to earn the three…

Manchester United star Marcus Rashford revealed why he was suddenly dropped for the away match at Wolves – where he came off the bench to score the only goal of the game. Marcus Rashford has admitted he was dropped from Manchester United’s starting line-up against Wolves because he overslept. The 25-year-old was left on the bench after what Erik ten Hag called an “internal disciplinary issue” before the 1-0 win at the Molineux on Saturday. Teenager Alejandro Garnacho started instead of the England international as fans were left scratching their heads prior to kick-off. Rashford came on at half-time and capped off a superb performance by…

Hollywood star Margot Robbie turned down Wolf of Wall Street director Martin Scorsese when he suggested toning down a sex scene while filming the blockbuster movie. Margot Robbie insisted on stripping completely naked to make her The Wolf of Wall Street sex scene more realistic. The 32-year-old Australian actress famously played Naomi Lapaglia alongside Leonardo DiCaprio in the 2013 Hollywood blockbuster. Martin Scorses’ movie helped catapult Margot to fame as she was just starting out at the time. The film is based on the story of controversial stockbroker Jordan Belfor (Leonardo DiCaprio) with Margot playing Belfort’s second wife in the film.…

Manchester City were not expecting to include Julian Alvarez in their squad against Everton but he could now be an option off the bench. Julian Alvarez trained with Manchester City on Friday ahead of their Premier League game with Everton after returning earlier than expected from Argentina. Alvarez had been given time off to celebrate after his role in their World Cup victory in Qatar less than a fortnight ago. The young forward was set to return in the New Year, with Pep Guardiola giving that timescale in his pre-match press conference. However, Alvarez then trained with the group later that afternoon after returning to Manchester earlier…

Pep Guardiola has defended Jack Grealish’s form and says the playmaker ‘doesn’t need goals’ to succeed at the club. The England international came under fire following City’s 3-1 win at leeds United for passing up a number of opportunities in front of goal. Grealish managed just six goals in 39 appearances in all competitions during his debut season at City following a £100m move from Aston Villa. The midfielder has just one goal to his name so far this term and his influence on the side is not what it was when he captained Villa. But, despite criticism, Grealish did provide two…

Kevin de Bruyne has been voted ahead of Paul Scholes, Steven Gerrard and Frank Lampard as the best midfielder in the Premier League’s history. Back in May 2022, De Bruyne produced one of the all-time great individual performances, as he scored four times in Manchester City’s win over Wolves. The Belgian midfielder’s hat-trick was completed in 17 first half minutes, which helped Pep Guardiola’s side take a giant step towards Premier League glory. City ended up being crowned champions after a dramatic final-day comeback victory against Aston Villa. De Bruyne’s performances during the 21/22 season have led to comparisons to the legendary…

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag could be without Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof for his team’s Premier League fixture against Wolves at Molineux due to illness. Manchester United wonderkid Rhys Bennett could be given the nod for the Premier League game against Wolves on Saturday. Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag is facing a selection dilemma at centre-back due to the impact of the World Cup. He was forced to start Luke Shaw in the unfamiliar role against Nottingham Forest on Tuesday due to the unavailability of Lisandro Martinez. The Argentine is expected to be available to play at Molineux, although there are still doubts over Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof due to an illness sweeping through the…

Manchester United star Jadon Sancho isn’t currently involved in the action at Old Trafford. With Manchester United failing to sign Cody Gakpo, and looking unlikely to sign a new forward at the current moment in time, Jadon Sancho could be given a lifeline at the club. The England international has recently returned to action after Erik ten Hag deemed him not physically or mentally capable of playing for the club. But, when he graces the field again, a starring role may beckon… Manchester United expected big things from Sancho when they signed him back in the summer transfer window of 2021 after a four-year pursuit. Jose…

Cristiano Ronaldo agreed a deal to join Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr following his recent departure from Man United. Cristiano Ronaldo has broken his silence after officially signing for Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr on a two-year deal – just over a month since he departed Manchester United. The 37-year-old signed a contract with the Saudi Pro League outfit until 2025, with the club announcing the veteran striker’s signing on Friday evening. According to CBS, Ronaldo has signed a deal in the range of £172million, despite previously expressing his ambition to play in the Champions League once again in his career.…

Chelsea are seriously interested in signing Enzo Fernandez from Benfica in the January transfer window and are willing to pay the £105million release clause in his deal. It’s not even January yet and Chelsea are already conducting plenty of business behind the scenes. David Datro Fofana was confirmed as the Blues’ first signing of the window earlier in the week and the club are wasting no time in bringing their second player in. Chelsea are now working tirelessly in their efforts to sign Enzo Fernandez from Benfica. The west Londoners and the Portuguese club are locked in talks over the 21-year-old midfielder, who…