Fan Reactions: Middlesbrough’s New 2016/17 Home Kit Met With Disgust

By BF Staff | May 21, 2016

Middlesbrough have revealed their new home and away kits for the upcoming 2016/17 season.     Here’s what fans are saying about it: https://twitter.com/itsjesss_/status/733621434409488384 https://twitter.com/kingsleychapman/status/733602295133310977 I'm probably gonna get the home kit but when tucked in, will it look I wear my shorts like Cattermole?! #utb pic.twitter.com/PtNU337NrL — Neil Grainger (@GraingerNeil) May 20, 2016 https://twitter.com/D4vidHolly/status/733598621132689408…

TRANSFER ROUNDUP: Besiktas Want Martin Skrtel, Chelsea Open Talks With Lukaku, And More

By BF Staff | May 20, 2016

Juventus And Manchester United Asked To Pay €40m For Their Brazilian Transfer Target Juventus and Manchester United have been asked to cough up €40 million if they are to sign Palmeiras’ Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus. Gabriel Jesus is one of the best emerging talents from Brazil, and is being targeted by major European clubs. And as per Gazzetta dello Sport, Serie A…

Jose Mourinho And Louis Van Gaal To Work Together At Manchester United

By Kush | May 20, 2016

Jose Mourinho is all set to join Louis van Gaal at Manchester United, according to SunSport. Louis van Gaal’s Manchester United team has been consistently under performing throughout the season, especially in front of goal, much to the fans’ displeasure, as they are used to seeing a free-flowing Manchester United instead of what they have been calling…

Granit Xhaka On His Way To London To Complete Arsenal Transfer

By Kush | May 19, 2016

Granit Xhaka is on his way to North London to complete his transfer to Arsenal, according to the player’s close friend and journalist Artan Muhaxhiri. Xhaka has been on Arsenal’s wishlist for quite some time, and it is believed that Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger identifies him as the perfect long-term replacement for the departing Mikel Arteta as well as…

Saul Niguez Extends His Contract With Atletico

By Kush | May 19, 2016

Saul Niguez has extended his contract with Atletico Madrid, as per the club’s official website. The midfielder has committed his long term future to the club, and the contract extension will keep him at the Vicente Calderon until 2021. Niguez joined the Atletico Madrid academy in 2007, and moved up through the ranks before finally…

Jamie Carragher Blasts Alberto Moreno On Twitter

By Kush | May 19, 2016

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher absolutely blasted Reds’ left-back Alberto Moreno on twitter due to the Spaniard’s performance in the Europa League final, which Liverpool ended up losing to Sevilla by 3-1. Moreno was mainly at fault when Liverpool conceded their first goal of the night. Sevilla right-back Mariano Ferreira Filho managed to nutmeg Liverpool’s Spanish left-back…

Sevilla Beat Liverpool To Win Their Third Consecutive Europa League

By Kush | May 19, 2016

Sevilla have won the Europa League title for a third time in a row by beating Liverpool 3-1 in the final. Liverpool looked set to win the final and claim a place in next season’s Champions League after Daniel Sturridge opened the scoring for the Reds with a superb strike using the outside of his foot just…

Chelsea Captain John Terry Signs New Contract With Chelsea

By Kush | May 18, 2016

John Terry has signed a new one-year contract with Chelsea FC, thereby ending all the speculation over his future. Chelsea captain and legend John Terry looked set to leave the club after spending 21 years and making 703 appearances for the Blues. The 35-year-old joined the club back when he was 14, and has won the Champions League, Europa…

TRANSFER ROUNDUP: Eighteen Clubs Want Ben Arfa, Mario Balotelli Off To La Liga, And More

By BF Staff | May 18, 2016

Manchester United Legend Urges The Club To Sign Zlatan Ibrahimovic Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel has urged the club to complete the signing of Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Ibrahimovic’s contract with Paris Saint-Germain expires this summer, making him the hottest free agent in the upcoming transfer window. The Swede has been linked with potential moves to clubs all over the world,…

Romelu Lukaku Set To Leave Everton This Summer, Claims His Father

By Kush | May 18, 2016

Romelu Lukaku’s father Roger Lukaku has all but confirmed that his son will leave Everton this summer. Romelu Lukaku scored 25 goals in 46 games for Everton in all competitions this season, but couldn’t help the Toffees secure a finish in the top half of the Premier League table, with his side finishing at the 11th place. However,…

Germany’s Provisional Squad For Euro 2016 Announced

By Kush | May 17, 2016

Alle Spieler auf einen Blick: Das ist unser vorläufiger Kader für die #EURO2016! #DieMannschaft #JederFuerJeden pic.twitter.com/WGaLEdakOn — DFB-Team (@DFB_Team) May 17, 2016 Germany manager Joachim Low has announced the Provisional 27-man German squad for Euro 2016. The squad is as follows: GOALKEEPERS: Manuel Neuer (Bayern Munich), Bernd Leno (Bayer Leverkusen), Marc-Andre ter Stegen (Barcelona). DEFENDERS: Jerome…

Sought After German International Says He Would Love A Man United Move

By Kush | May 17, 2016

Hannover 96 goalkeeper Ron-Robert Zieler has stated that he would love to make a return to Manchester United. Zieler joined the Manchester United academy back in 2005 and spent five years at the club, but failed to make a first team appearance for the English giants. He then moved to German side Hannover 96 in April 2010, signing a two-year…

Hodgson Names 26-Man Squad For Friendlies Prior To Euro 2016

By Kush | May 17, 2016

26 players. One team. #TogetherForEngland pic.twitter.com/MCIJtK8WCX — England (@England) May 16, 2016 England manager Roy Hodgson has announced a 26-man squad for their international friendlies against Turkey and Australia. The squad will later be trimmed down to 23 players for Euro 2016. The 26-man squad is as follows: GOALKEEPERS: Fraser Forster (Southampton), Joe Hart (Manchester…

Antoine Griezmann Opens Up About His Future

By Vishal Singh | May 16, 2016

Atletico Madrid star Antoine Griezmann has opened up and revealed where his future lies, in an interview with French television network Canal Plus. Antoine Griezmann has been in fine form this season, scoring 32 goals in 53 appearances and playing a humongous role in taking his side to the UEFA Champions League Final. His stand-out performances have attracted the…

TRANSFER ROUNDUP: PSG Want Martial, Pochettino Target Polish Goalkeeper, And More

By BF Staff | May 16, 2016

Arsenal Midfielder Considering Shock Offers From Manchester City And Tottenham Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta is considering shock offers from Premier League rivals Manchester City and Tottenham, according to The Daily Mail. The Arsenal captain has spent most of the season injured, and with his contract with Arsenal set to expire this summer, the 34-year-old looks ready…

Manchester United Starlet Cameron Borthwich-Jackson Agrees New Four-year Deal

By Kush | May 16, 2016

Manchester United youngster Cameron Borthwick-Jackson has agreed a new four-year deal with the club, according to Tom Hopkinson’s report in the Sunday People. Borthwick-Jackson, who joined Manchester United as a six year old, made his first team debut against West Brom in November 2015, and has since made 13 appearances for the senior side under manager Louis…

Controlled Explosion Carried Out At Old Trafford After A Bomb Scare

By Kush | May 15, 2016

Manchester United’s final game of the Premier League season against Bournemouth was abandoned due to an apparent bomb threat, as per reports. A ‘Code Red Alert’ was circulated around Old Trafford 15 minutes prior to the kick-off time, and the game was abandoned altogether about 20 minutes later, and the stadium was completely evacuated after a suspicious…

Barcelona Win The La Liga Title With One Point

By Kush | May 15, 2016

FC Barcelona have been crowned the Champions of Spain for the 24th time after their 3-0 away victory over Granada on the final day of the 2015-16 La Liga season. It was a tense start to the game for the Catalan giants, especially due to Cristiano Ronaldo’s early goal against Deportivo La Coruna which took Real Madrid 2…

TRANSFER ROUNDUP: Zlatan’s Next Destination Confirmed, Real Madrid Identify Rodriguez Replacement, And More

By BF Staff | May 15, 2016

Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s Next Destination 90% Confirmed Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s next destination has been 90% confirmed by Sky Italia journalist Alessandro Alciato. Zlatan’s contract with Paris Saint Germain expires this summer, and the Swede star has been linked with numerous clubs such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, AC Milan, as well as outfits from the MLS and Chinese Super League.…

PSG Game Stopped In Tenth Minute To Honour Zlatan Ibrahimovic

By Kush | May 14, 2016

Standing ovation pour Zlatan à la 10e minute !! https://t.co/JBGG3HEG7A — Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_inside) May 14, 2016 Zlatan Ibrahimovic joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2012, and spent 4 glorious seasons at the club, scoring 154 goals in 179 appearances for the French giants. He also played a major role in helping PSG win four consecutive Ligue 1 titles…

Real Madrid Fans Killed By Anti-Football Terrorist In An Attack In Iraq

By Kush | May 14, 2016

A group of Real Madrid fans were massacred when the ISIS attacked their supporters club’s headquarters in Balad, a city 50 miles north of Baghdad, as per Spanish newspaper AS.  According to the report, some men armed with AK-47 rifles stormed the cafe in which 50 members of Real Madrid supporters club were gathered. The attack resulted in 16 people losing…

Mourinho To Manchester United A Done Deal, Claims Liverpool Legend

By Kush | May 14, 2016

Jose Mourinho to Manchester United is a done deal, Liverpool legend Phil Thompson has claimed. Jose Mourinho, who has publicly stated that he will be returning to management next season, has been heavily linked with Manchester United ever since he got sacked by Chelsea 5 months ago. But with United CEO Ed Woodward wanting Louis van Gaal…

TRANSFER ROUNDUP: North London Rivals To Fight For Suarez, Higuain To Replace Costa At Chelsea, And More

By BF Staff | May 14, 2016

Manchester United’s Michael Carrick To Make A Shock Move Outside Europe Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has been approached by A-League club Perth Glory, according to Four Four Two Australia. Carrick moved to the Theatre of Dreams from Spurs back in 2006, and has now been playing wearing the Red of United for around 10 years. However, his contract…

Watford Manager Set To Leave The Club At The End Of The Season

By Kush | May 13, 2016

QUIQUE: #watfordfc Head Coach thanks the fans & says he’s looking forward to Sunday’s final game of the season.https://t.co/G10RuhVjG1 — Watford FC (@WatfordFC) May 13, 2016   Watford manager Quique Sanchez Flores will leave the club after Sunday’s final Premier League match of the season against Sunderland. Quique Sanchez Flores succeeded Slavisa Jokanovic as the Watford…

Real Madrid Star Seen House-Hunting In Manchester

By Kush | May 13, 2016

Real Madrid star James Rodriguez has begun house-hunting in the Manchester area amidst reports linking him with a potential £60 million move to Manchester United, according to the Express. Having lit up the 2014 World Cup, James Rodriguez arrived from Monaco to Real Madrid for a fee of £63 million, and managed to bag 13 goals and 13…

Newcastle And Norwich Relegated After Sunderland Beat Everton

By Kush | May 12, 2016

Newcastle United and Norwich City have been relegated from the Premier League after Sunderland ensured their own survival by beating Everton 3-0 at the Stadium of Light. Sunderland managed to relegate not one but two teams – including their fiercest rivals – in the space of 90 minutes, as their win over the Toffees took…

Jose Mourinho Refuses To Rule Out Manchester United Move

By Kush | May 12, 2016

There has been a new development in the prolonged saga of Jose Mourinho becoming the next Manchester United manager, after the Portuguese refused again, to rule out the possibility of replacing Louis van Gaal once this season comes to an end. The ‘Special One’ has openly stated his intention of returning to management this summer,…

Bayern Munich Sign Mats Hummels And Renato Sanches

By Kush | May 11, 2016

Bayern Munich have completed the signing of Benfica midfielder Renato Sanches and Borussia Dortmund centre-back Mats Hummels. Renato Sanches has been consistently linked with a move to Premier League, and especially Manchester United, with numerous outlets reporting Benfica chairman’s presence in Manchester to complete the deal. However, Bayern appear to have swooped in and have…

TRANSFER ROUNDUP: Arsenal In For Swiss Midfielder, Chelsea Handed Mkhitaryan Boost, And More

By BF Staff | May 11, 2016

Chelsea Handed Boost In Henrikh Mkhitaryan Chase Chelsea have been handed a boost in their pursuit to sign Borussia Dortmund’s Henrikh Mkhitaryan. Mkhitaryan has been in staggering form, having scored 18 goals in all competitions this season, and thereby attracting the interest of English giants Chelsea, amongst other clubs. And now, Chelsea’s hopes of landing the…

WATCH: Insane Footage From Inside The Attacked Man United Bus

By BF Staff | May 10, 2016

  This video, taken by Jesse Lingard, shows the Manchester United players cowering around the team coach as it was attacked, outside the Boleyn Ground. In the video, Lingard can be seen shouting “Oh s***, oh f***. Oh mummy. Oh mummy!” Following their 3-2 comeback win, West Ham said in a statement: “It was an extraordinary…

TRANSFER ROUNDUP: Arsenal Planning A Swoop For Leicester Duo, Matic To Man United, And More

By Kush | May 9, 2016

Zlatan To Move To Man United Only After Official Mourinho Annoucement Manchester United are still the favourites in signing Zlatan Ibrahimovic, whose contract with Paris-Saint Germain expires this summer. Zlatan is all set on joining Jose Mourinho, who is confident of replacing Louis van Gaal as Manchester United manager as soon as this season comes…

Some Big Premier League Legends Set To Cover Euro 2016 For BBC

By Kush | May 9, 2016

Euro 2016 is set to kick off in a month, and the tournament, which is to be held in France, appears to be one of the most exciting ones of recent times. Earlier today, the BBC announced their new coverage team for the 26 games that will be telecasted live on the BBC, along with 24 days…

Anthony Martial Set To Miss Crucial Game Against West Ham

By Kush | May 9, 2016

Anthony Martial is set to miss Manchester United’s crucial Premier League clash against West Ham United on Tuesday. The French international was pulled up whilst warming up prior to United’s 1-0 win over Norwich City at Carrow Road on Saturday afternoon. Further reports have confirmed that the 20-year-old has injured his hamstring, and will not only miss the…

TRANSFER ROUNDUP: Wenger Pursues Another World-class Striker, Juventus Eyeing Oscar, And More

By Kush | May 9, 2016

Liverpool Interested In Stuttgart Defender Antonio Rudiger Liverpool are interested in signing Stuttgart defender Antonio Rudiger, who is currently on loan at Italian outfit AS Roma. Rudiger is mainly a center back, but can effectively play in the right back position as well. The 23-year-old has made 36 appearances for the Italian giants this season, and has also chipped in…

Torres Matches A Milestone He Last Achieved At Liverpool

By Kush | May 8, 2016

Fernando Torres was a gem of a striker back when he played for Liverpool, and scored 65 goals in 102 appearances for the Reds. But, even since his £50 million move to Chelsea in January 2011, the Spaniard hasn’t been quite the same. However, Torres seems to have gotten resurrected under Diego Simeone at Atletico Madrid, and is…

£170m Promotion: Middlesbrough Secure Promotion To The Premier League

By Kush | May 8, 2016

Middlesbrough have secured promotion to the Premier League after their 1-1 draw with Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday. Middlesbrough needed just one point to guarantee a second place finish in the table and secure automatic promotion to the top tier of English football, having been absent from the Premier League for seven years. Aitor Karanka’s…

TRANSFER ROUNDUP: Zidane Wants Hazard, Juventus To Make A Shock Swoop For Arsenal Star, And More

By Kush | May 7, 2016

Manchester United To Snatch Gomes Away From Juventus Manchester United may snatch Valencia midfielder André Gomes away from Italian giants Juventus. According to Tuttosport, both Juventus and Manchester United have been keeping an eye out for André Gomes, and Valencia, who won’t be playing any European football next season, may get ready to part ways with their midfielder for a…

Martial Laughs At Januzaj For Getting Sent Back To The Bench

By Kush | May 7, 2016

Manchester United ace Anthony Martial was seen laughing at his fellow teammate Adnan Januzaj, as the Belgian international was sent back to the bench by manager Louis van Gaal during the Red Devils’ Premier League clash against Norwich, which they won 1-0. Adnan Januzaj has featured for merely 21 minutes in United’s first team since returning…

Video: Stunning Volley From Sunderland’s Khazri Against Chelsea

By BF Staff | May 7, 2016

What a goal by Sunderland’s Wahbi Khazri – how important could this be in the fight against relegation? #SUNCHE pic.twitter.com/Z35XWbi1dt — Sporting Index (@sportingindex) May 7, 2016   Wahbi Khazri scored a sensational long-range volley against Chelsea on Saturday. The Tunisian midfielder, who joined Sunderland from Bordeaux in January, levelled the scoreline right after Diego…

Louis Van Gaal Set To Make Huge Changes At Manchester United

By Kush | May 7, 2016

Louis van Gaal wants to make huge changes at Manchester United’s Carrington training ground by having a 26ft fence built around it, as per reports. The Dutchman apparently wants to improve the security measures at the Aon training complex, and therefore wants to construct fences that are expected to be a mix of 26ft and 16ft in…

TRANSFER ROUNDUP: Ben Arfa To Barcelona, Ibrahimovic To Return To Milan, And More

By Kush | May 6, 2016

Hatem Ben Arfa In Talks With Barcelona Nice president Jean-Pierre Rivere has confirmed that Barcelona are interested in signing Hatem Ben Arfa at the end of the season. Ben Arfa made 86 appearances for Newcastle United, where he showed glimpses of exceptional top-class ability, but then left the Magpies unceremoniously, moving to Hull City on a disappointing…

Sturridge Posts Video About The Drug Test Following Victory Over Villareal

By Kush | May 6, 2016

Daniel Sturridge was Liverpool’s hero in their 3-0 win over Villareal last night, as his goal and assist were crucial in sending the Reds into the Europa League final. Manager Jurgen Klopp handed Sturridge a start after having previously overlooked him in the first leg of the semi-final, and the English forward rewarded his boss by scoring the…

Arsene Wenger Confirms Bizarre Rumours About Guardiola’s Next Assistant Manager

By Kush | May 6, 2016

Arsene Wenger has confirmed the possibility of Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta joining Pep Guardiola at Manchester City next season. The 34-year-old Arsenal midfielder has spent most of the season injured, and his contract with the Gunners is set to expire this summer. His injury-prone nature coupled with his unclear future may lead the Spaniard to consider…

TRANSFER ROUNDUP: Mahrez To Join A ‘Big Club’, Man United Sign New Goalkeeper, And More

By Kush | May 5, 2016

Manchester United Set To Sign Promising Goalkeeper Manchester United are on the verge of signing highly-rated young goalkeeper Kacper Chorazka, according to the promising starlet’s father. The 17-year-old goalkeeper, who currently plays for Wisla Krakow, will most likely start featuring for United’s U18 side from next season onwards if the deal goes through, whilst maintaining high ambitions of…

Jamie Carragher Heavily Criticizes Manchester City’s Performance Against Real Madrid

By Kush | May 5, 2016

Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher has heavily criticized Manchester City for their poor performance in the Champions League semi-final’s second leg, in which they lost 1-0 to Real Madrid. The Citizens went to the Santiago Bernabeu following a goalless draw at the Etihad in the first leg, and needed a win, or even a scored…

TRANSFER ROUNDUP: PL Champions Leicester To Sign Liverpool Forward, Arsenal Monitoring Icardi, And More

By Kush | May 4, 2016

Jurgen Klopp Wants Joe Hart At Liverpool Jurgen Klopp is reportedly interested in bringing England’s #1 Joe Hart at Liverpool, according to France Football. Manchester City’s new incoming manager Pep Guardiola apparently does not want Joe Hart as his goalkeeper, and will be selling the Englishman as soon as he takes charge at the Etihad. Guardiola…

James Wilson Adamant On Proving Himself At Manchester United Next Season

By Kush | May 4, 2016

Manchester United youngster James Wilson is adamant on proving himself at Manchester United next season. James Wilson made his Manchester United first team debut in a 3-1 win over Hull City on 6th May, 2014, in which he managed to score a brace. The youngster has since been viewed as a promising prospect by the Old…

TRANSFER ROUNDUP: Valdes Set To Return To Spain, Hazard To Join PSG And More

By Kush | May 3, 2016

Victor Valdes To Join RCD Espanyol Manchester United goalkeeper Victor Valdes wants to return to Spain and could join La Liga outfit RCD Espanyol, according to Don Balon. The 34-year-old returned early from a loan spell at Standard Liege after helping them win the Belgian Cup, as they decided to give their younger players more opportunities at the…

Everton Rejected The Chance To Sign Saul Niguez, Claims Guillem Balague

By Kush | May 3, 2016

Everton and Manchester United turned down the chance to sign Atletico Madrid starlet Saul Niguez, according to Sky Sports’ Spanish football expert Guillem Balague. Saul Niguez has been one of Atletico Madrid’s best performers this season. The 21-year-old has scored 4 goals and bagged 2 assists in the La Liga this season. The Spaniard has…

Hillsborough: The Latest Twist In The 27 Year Old Saga

By Vishal Singh | May 3, 2016

On the 15th of April 1989, an FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool FC and Nottingham Forest was taking place at the latter team’s home ground. Just before the match, the crowd started a stampede onto the pitch, resulting in the death of 96 people, as well as injuring hundreds. Investigations have been ongoing ever since…