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Despite returning to form in recent weeks, it’s not all good news for Eddie Howe and Newcastle United, who have been dealt another injury blow in what is already a squad which lacks strength in depth.

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The Magpies were slow out of the blocks, but have since returned to winning ways at the same time that Alexander Isak has returned to the scoresheet in no coincidence. The Swede has helped fire Howe’s side to recent victories over both Arsenal and high-flying Nottingham Forest even as doubts emerge over his long-term future at St James’ Park.

Losing a player of Isak’s quality is not something that Howe will want to think about. Those at St James’ Park already got a glimpse of life without their star striker earlier in the campaign when Anthony Gordon was forced to lead the line to little success compared to his teammate.

Isak’s earlier injury is one of several that Newcastle have already had to deal with in the current campaign. As things stand, they’re still without Callum Wilson, Kieran Trippier and now one other versatile defender following the latest injury news.

As reported by The Shields Gazette, Emil Krafth is now set to miss multiple Newcastle games through injury after suffering a broken collarbone in the build-up to victory over Nottingham Forest. The ill-timed blow has seen the defender pull out of international duty with Sweden and could keep him sidelined until 2025.

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With Sven Botman not expected back until the new year, Newcastle once again find themselves short on numbers defensively, creating only more regret over their failure to sign Marc Guehi in the summer. Nonetheless, Howe must now turn towards the likes of Lloyd Kelly to step up against West Ham United after the international break.

Newcastle paying the price for summer failure

Squad depth was an issue for Newcastle last season, but the summer transfer window gave them ample opportunity to solve that problem even amid profit and sustainability concerns. Instead, their full focus remained on Guehi, who they failed to sign before settling for the options they now find themselves juggling. The January transfer window simply must end differently.

In the meantime, Howe must cope without a player whose versatility has become more and more important at St James’ Park. Krafth’s ability to play both centre-back and right-back has been invaluable throughout injuries to Jamaal Lascelles and Botman, but now Newcastle must come up with a different solution.

Howe has rightly been full of praise for the Swede, telling reporters as relayed by The Shields Gazette earlier this month: “Krafu maybe originated from some of our players in the squad and maybe one of the coaches as well adopted many nicknames for Krafty.

“He’s such an unassuming, brilliant professional, very hard working and so dependable. When you meet him, you see that solid character and also a very, very good player. Probably very underrated by the outside world.

“Internally we love him, we all see his qualities. He can play multiple positions for us and this year he’s been brilliant at centre-half and at full-back. I always say it’s really important to have players like that.”

Arne Slot’s Liverpool tenure has gotten off to the best possible start. They have been in superb form in both the Premier League and Champions League, having lost just once, to Nottingham Forest at Anfield. In the top flight, they are top of the table, on 18 points from seven games so far, having conceded the fewest number of goals in the competition, with just two.

This all comes off the back of a quiet transfer window, where the Reds made just one signing; winger Federico Chiesa joined the club from Juventus for just £12.5m. Despite a slow first transfer window in Slot’s first summer, they have already been linked with their first signing in 2025.

Liverpool target Bundesliga winger

The player in question here is Borussia Dortmund and Germany winger Karim Adeyemi. The 22-year-old has impressed so far this term for the German giants and could depart the club within the next 12 months.

According to a report from Sky in Germany, Liverpool are the side showing an early interest in the attacker. The report states that the Reds see him as a replacement for legendary winger Mohamed Salah.

However, they are not thought to be alone in this chase for Adeyemi. Sky in Germany state that several other clubs are interested, but do not go as far as naming those sides. At this stage, a price is unclear, although Spanish sources indicated that a fee of €50m (£42m) could be required.

Why Adeyemi would be a good signing

It has been a wonderful start to the new season for German international Adeyemi. He has played eight games in all competitions so far, scoring five goals and grabbing five assists in that time. That includes two goals and three assists in five Bundesliga appearances, and a Champions League hattrick against Celtic.

Adeyemi is a superb option to replace Salah, whose contract is up next season. Whilst he is one of their all-time great players, scoring 217 times and registering 94 assists in 359 games, there are some similarities between the pair.

The most obvious one is the fact that both are left-footed and whilst the German has predominantly played on the left wing for Dortmund, a switch to the right-hand side should not be too difficult to make, especially if Slot wants to keep the same dynamic as he has with Salah.

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Adeyemi is an electric player, described as “devastating” by football analyst Ben Mattinson. Indeed, this is true given his pace; the Germany international is one of Europe’s quickest players. He has clocked in at 36.3km/h this season, the fifth-quickest player in the continent, as per Speeds Database.

The 22-year-old could also become the new version of former Liverpool winger Sadio Mane. The Senegalese attacker is one of the great Premier League players in the modern day, and scored 120 goals with 42 assists in 269 games in that famous red shirt.

Not only is he a quick, tricky winger, just like Adeyemi, but their career paths are also remarkably similar. Before moving to one of Europe’s big five leagues, with Mane joining Southampton and the German moving to Dortmund, they both played for Austrian outfit RB Salzburg. Both players had a fantastic record for the club during their time there.

Adeyemi would certainly hope to replicate Mane should he join Liverpool. Like with Salah, there are key similarities, including a likeness in profile and the fact they have both played for Salzburg. The youngster would surely love to have as good of a record as Mane in Red, and win major trophies, including the Premier League and the Champions League.

For ‘just’ £42m, this signing seems like it could be a masterstroke from Liverpool. Adeyemi is one of the most exciting talents in Europe and could become even better if he switches to Anfield.

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By
Angus Sinclair

Oct 9, 2024

Liverpool were made to work for their hard-fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea at Anfield on Sunday afternoon. Arne Slot’s side put in an impressive performance to ensure they earned all three points and stayed at the top of the Premier League table, ahead of early title rivals Manchester City and Arsenal.

Liverpool took the lead against the Blues on Sunday via a Mohamed Salah penalty. The Egyptian legend slotted home from 12 yards following a foul from England international defender Levi Colwill.

Chelsea, however, got themselves back into the game through Senegalese striker Nicolas Jackson. The Blues number 15 latched onto a pinpoint through ball from Moises Caicedo to equalise for the West London outfit. It was originally given offside, but after a VAR check, the striker was deemed onside.

The goal did not hinder Liverpool much at all, and just three minutes after Jackson’s strike, they managed to take the lead again. This time, it was Curtis Jones who found the back of the net, converting a well-placed cross from Salah.

Despite late pressure from Enzo Maresca’s team, Liverpool managed to hold on for all three points at Anfield. There were some eye-catching performances, although Jones was a standout player.

Jones’ stats vs. Chelsea

Liverpool academy graduate Jones has become an important player in Slot’s short tenure at the club so far. The 23-year-old has played seven times in all competitions this term, but Sunday’s performance was perhaps his very best all season.

The midfielder starred against the Blues, capping off a wonderful showing with his goal. He met Salah’s deep cross to the back post before Robert Sanchez in the Chelsea goal could react, taking a touch and lifting the ball over him to win the game.

Outside of that, the former England under-21 was superb off the ball, working hard and often coming out on top in duels. He also won the penalty which led to Salah’s opener.

His impressive showing was reflected in his stats from Sofascore, with the midfielder creating two chances and winning six from his eight attempted ground duels.

Stat

Number

Touches

56

Pass accuracy

90%

Passes completed

37/41

Ground duels won

6/8

Tackles won

3/4

Chances created

2

Penalties won

1

Jones’ performance earned him a deserved 9/10 rating from Mark Delgado, journalist for This Is Anfield. He explained the Reds number 17 ‘played an important role’ in helping to nullify the impact of Chelsea star Cole Palmer.

As good as Jones was against the West Londoners on Sunday, there were several players who were just as effective, including striker Darwin Nunez.

Nunez’s stats vs. Chelsea

The 2024/25 season has not really seen Nunez get much of an opportunity in that famous Red shirt. He has played eight games in all competitions but has just 367 minutes under his belt, equal to four full 90-minute games.

Sunday afternoon, however, provided him with the perfect chance to show why he deserves more game time. Diogo Jota unfortunately picked up an injury and was subbed off after 30 minutes, giving Nunez the platform he needed to shine.

It is fair to say the Uruguayan attacker took it with both hands. He received an 8/10 rating from Delgado, who was full of praise for the striker. He explained the Reds number nine ‘looked very locked in’ at Anfield, praising him for a ‘hard-working display’ against Chelsea.

His stats from the game certainly reflected his all-round performance. The 25-year-old won seven from 12 ground duels and two from five aerial duels he contested. On top of that, he won three from four tackles and four fouls.

It was not a classic striker’s performance from Nunez, although he has proven he can find the back of the net, despite some inconsistency at times. With a busy schedule coming up for Liverpool, this performance will no doubt be a massive confidence booster.

He is a player who can make a huge impact on the game, even if he is not scoring. Former Manchester United right-back and Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville explained in 2023 that the Uruguayan would “frighten” him as a defender.

Next up, the Reds face RB Leipzig away from home in the Champions League tonight. Slot could well decide to start Nunez whether or not Jota is injured, as he looks to find his best form under the Dutchman and continue on from Sunday’s impressive performance.

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He’s on fire so far this season.

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Aston Villa recorded their sixth win of the season in midweek, defeating Wycombe Wanderers 2-1 in the EFL Cup.

The match gave Unai Emery the ideal chance to give some youngsters an opportunity to showcase their ability in the starting XI. This led to the likes of Sils Swinkel and Kadan Young, who both enjoyed productive senior debuts.

The Spaniard also handed Jhon Duran his first start of the season against Wycombe, and he didn’t disappoint, getting on the scoresheet once again.

Jhon Duran’s game in numbers vs Wycombe

Having made appearances from the bench in every Premier League match of the season, scoring four times in the process, it perhaps wasn’t a surprise to see him unleashed from the first whistle in midweek.

The Colombian enjoyed another positive display, registering six total shots during the match, along with winning a penalty, missing a big chance and winning 100% of his aerial duels.

The youngster lost possession 13 times, however, and it is clear he still has plenty to learn, that’s for sure.

Goals

1

Assists

0

Total shots

6

Lost possession

13

Total duels (won)

10 (5)

Touches

47

Via Sofascore

Despite a solid performance, Emery could drop him back to the bench in order to unleash one of the best players in his squad – Ollie Watkins.

Why Ollie Watkins should be unleashed

The Spaniard is lucky enough that he can call upon strikers such as Watkins and Duran. For now, the Colombian will have to resort to gaining the majority of his game time from the bench.

This isn’t due to his ability, but rather to how good Watkins has been over the previous 12 months.

Last term, the Englishman shone under Emery, scoring 27 goals while also showcasing his selfless side, registering 13 assists in the process, emerging as one of the best centre-forwards in the Premier League.

In six games this term, Watkins – who has been dubbed a “nightmare to play against” by former England colleague Conor Coady – has scored three times while chipping in with a further two assists, continuing where he left off in May.

The striker has registered a 23% goal conversion percentage this season, along with creating a big chance and averaging 0.8 key passes per game.

This has all come after a summer in which he was part of the England squad that reached the final of Euro 2024, scoring the winner against the Netherlands in the semi-final clash. This means he has taken a few weeks longer than usual to return to his high standards.

Goals in the last two league matches have certainly gone a long way to demonstrating that he is back to his best and unleashing him in the starting XI will give Emery the best chance to lead his team to another three points.

Duran is a wonderful option to call upon from the bench, but until Watkins suffers a dip in form, the Colombian isn’t going to have many chances to lead the line from the start.

Whoever starts against Ipswich, all Emery requires is another win.

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ByRoss Kilvington Sep 28, 2024

Despite a frustrating transfer window that has left several gaps in the Newcastle United first team, Eddie Howe will be delighted with his side's start to the Premier League season.

A draw against Bournemouth on the south coast is sandwiched between St. James' Park victories over Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur, taking seven points from a possible nine into the September international break.

Newcastle failed in their bid to sign top target Marc Guehi, with Crystal Palace standing firm in their resolve to keep the centre-back. Lloyd Kelly was brought in to shore up the backline but more is needed, it is felt. Despite this, captain Kieran Trippier could soon leave, despite the transfer window having slammed shut.

Why Trippier is set to leave Newcastle

According to Sky Sports, Newcastle could part ways with Trippier this month since the 33-year-old has lost his place in the starting line-up to rising star Tino Livramento – who shone in the 2-1 win over Spurs.

While the majority of European transfer streams have closed off, the Turkish Super Lig is still open for business, and Besiktas, Fenerbahce and Eyupspor have all made enquiries.

Trippier is in the penultimate year of his £120k-per-week contract, placing him among the Toon's highest earners. This is not justifiable given his stark decline last year, making three fatal errors across his 28 Premier League appearances.

Though he's still one of the most creative right-backs in the business, the former England international is not the complete package anymore, and given that he wishes to play regular football from the outset, it's probable that he will move on soon.

Should that occur, Newcastle may well regret not signing a new right-back. Emil Krafth has been called to the centre with Fabian Schar suspended and Sven Botman recovering from an ACL injury that has ruled him out for the rest of 2024.

Michael Kayode was linked with a move to Tyneside, and perhaps Howe wishes his side took the leap and snapped the talent up.

Newcastle must rue not signing Trippier replacement

Trippier is 34 in two weeks, and though he's led a storied career and been a stalwart for Newcastle, he was noticeably on the decline last season and has now been replaced by Livramento.

He would be an excellent back-up, but Newcastle should have moved to sign Kayode from Fiorentina. As per Corriere dello Sport back in July – via Sport Witness – Newcastle were the latest of a long line of English clubs to take an interest in the 20-year-old.

Having enjoyed an exemplary breakout campaign on the senior stage, he had been tagged at €30m (£25m) by La Viola, but no outfit met the demands and he has stayed put to continue his development.

Matches (starts)

26 (22)

Goals & assists

2

Clean sheets

6

Pass completion

87%

Key passes*

0.6

Ball recoveries*

4.0

Tackles*

2.0

Clearances*

1.5

Dribbles*

0.8 (51%)

Ground duels won*

3.6 (63%)

Hailed as a "duel monster" by data analyst Ben Mattinson, Kayode is actually considered to be a similar-styled player as Livramento, as per FBref, with a steely defensive game and a technical sharpness that would play to the strengths of a team like Newcastle, seeking fluency and forward movements.

With physical strength and high-level athleticism blending with a defensive aptitude that suggests he would survive the test of the Premier League, and perhaps even thrive, Kayode could be a real superstar.

The Italian looks like he's only got better over the summer too, having made his seasonal introduction off the bench against Parma and dazzled. He was only on the field for 17 minutes, but the barrelling star won all five of his duels and completed each of his three dribbles.

There's so much to like, and given his quality, it seems likely that one top suitor or another will snap him up before too long. Might Newcastle rue their decision not to act down the line?

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If fit, Mustafizur Rahman and Liton Das could come back to the visitors’ playing XI for the decider

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Big pictureIt is rather apt that a series that has had almost every shade of drama possible, including a touch of the inexplicable when, in Friday’s game, there was the hit-wicket-that-wasn’t, should have a finale of some sort. That is what we have now, after Zimbabwe beat Bangladesh by 23 runs in the second of three T20Is to set things up nicely for the final fixture.Zimbabwe have pushed Bangladesh hard all along. They have squandered strong positions on three occasions after their bowlers had given them a chance, they have thrice suffered batting collapses, and they failed to defend 298 in the last of the three ODIs. All of those have proved that Bangladesh are the superior side on the whole, but they faltered on Friday, losing it on the fielding stakes. They let go two catches and had another catch fall between two fielders, while Zimbabwe defended 166 by holding on to all their nine chances.Related

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On Friday, Blessing Muzarabani provided the early strikes before left-arm spinner Wellington Masakadza took three wickets, including those of Mahmudullah and Shakib Al Hasan. Luke Jongwe and Tendai Chatara then finished off the job. And earlier, Wessley Madhevere, batting deep into the innings, scored 73 in 57 balls, and Dion Myers and Ryan Burl made important contributions. That’s the sort of team effort Zimbabwe need one more time.Bangladesh, meanwhile, have pulled off wins this series from difficult positions, which should please them, particularly with the likes of Nurul Hasan, Afif Hossain and Mohammad Saifuddin starring in some of those results.Saifuddin’s three-wicket burst after being carted for 87 runs in the third ODI, after having helped Shakib pull off a come-from-behind chase in the previous game, suggests good things. Nurul and Hossain are white-ball specialists who have played their part in chases. Mustafizur Rahman has played through an ankle injury to bowl well in two crunch moments.Those performances, plus the fact that Bangladesh do have Shakib and Mahmudullah in their midst, make them favourites to leave Zimbabwe with all three trophies – after winning the one-off Test and sweeping the three-ODI series.Form guide
Zimbabwe WLLWL
Bangladesh LWLLLShoriful Islam’s emergence has been a big plus for Bangladesh•BCB / Raton Gomes

In the spotlightWessley Madhevere played a match-winning innings in the second T20I, with his 73 setting Zimbabwe on the path to a competitive total. He had nearly won them the second ODI last week when he made a fifty, took a wicket and a good catch, and Zimbabwe would be hoping for another all-round effort from him in the deciding game.Shoriful Islam has so far taken five wickets in two T20Is, to complement the four-wicket haul in the second ODI. Islam has used the back-of-the-hand slower delivery to good effect, and could be the perfect foil for Rahman, if both left-arm quicks play together in the last game.Team newsBarring any injuries, Zimbabwe are unlikely to change their playing XI.Zimbabwe (probable): 1 Regis Chakabva (wk), 2 Tadiwanashe Marumani, 3 Wessley Madhevere, 4 Dion Myers, 5 Sikandar Raza (capt), 6 Milton Shumba, 7 Ryan Burl, 8 Donald Tiripano, 9 Luke Jongwe, 10 Blessing Muzarabani, 11 Tendai ChataraIf fit, Rahman and Liton Das could return to the Bangladesh XI. If not, there shouldn’t be any changes.Bangladesh (probable): 1 Soumya Sarkar, 2 Mohammad Naim, 3 Shakib Al Hasan, 4 Mahmudullah (capt), 5 Nurul Hasan (wk), 6 Afif Hossain, 7 Shamim Hossain, 8 Mahedi Hasan, 9 Mohammad Saifuddin, 10 Taskin Ahmed, 11 Shoriful IslamPitch and conditionsThere have been no demons in the pitch. The breeze is known to trouble the bails around these parts, and the day is expected to be dry.Stats and trivia Mahmudullah has now gone 64 innings in T20Is without a duck. He is, however, some way behind MS Dhoni’s record of 84 innings. Bowling out Bangladesh in the second T20I was only the sixth time Zimbabwe have bowled out a side in T20Is.Quotes”It is nice to win a trophy. Bangladesh have won trophies in two formats, so it will be nice to keep one in Harare. Some people would say it is another game but it is the final. Champions are made in the big games. We will also treat it like a final.”

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O futebol avassalador do ataque do Flamengo foi comprovado em campo mais uma vez no Brasileirão. Com gols de Gabigol e Andreas Pereira, o Rubro-Negro precisou de dez minutos para derrotar o Internacional por 2 a 1 na noite deste sábado, no Beira-Rio (Taison fez o gol colorado), e chegar aos 66 pontos na competição. A equipe comandada por Renato Gaúcho segue na “caça à liderança” (está a oito pontos do Atlético-MG). Já o Internacional segue com 47 pontos.

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O Flamengo volta a campo nesta terça-feira (23) para encarar o Grêmio, na Arena do Grêmio, também pelo Brasileirão. Depois, volta suas atenções para a final da Copa Libertadores, no sábado que vem (27), diante do Palmeiras.

DEZ MINUTOS FULMINANTES

O Internacional ensaiou uma tentativa de tomar a iniciativa do jogo, apostando em lançamentos para Taison e Patrick. Mas o Flamengo precisou de poucos minutos avassaladores para abrir uma vantagem segura.

Em arrancada iniciada por Andreas Pereira, Vitinho passou e, após corta-luz de Michael, Gabigol bateu colocado no fundo da rede. Diante de um adversário desconcentrado, o Rubro-Negro teve cautela para ampliar o marcador logo depois. Em um contra-ataque, Vitinho esticou para Everton Ribeiro. O camisa 7, de primeira, lançou e Andreas Pereira surgiu livre para completar.

COM O PÉ NO ACELERADOR!

Aos poucos, a equipe colorada se organizou ofensivamente e trouxe perigo para o Flamengo. Depois de uma bola alçada, Taison exigiu Diego Alves. Em seguida, o camisa 1 se desdobrou para evitar tentativa de Palacios à queima-roupa. Porém, por mais que o Inter se esmerasse ir à frente em investidas de Patrick e Edenílson, o Rubro-Negro era mais incisivo.

Os comandados de Renato Gaúcho aproveitavam os espaços adversários e engatavam sucessivos contra-ataques com Michael e Vitinho. Em um deles, Everton Ribeiro caiu na área e o Flamengo pediu pênalti após choque com Mosiés. Em seguida, Michael e Vitinho exigiram Marcelo Lomba. Everton Ribeiro encontrou Vitinho e o camisa 11 serviu para Gabigol. Porém, o centroavante finalizou para fora.

INTER REAGE E DEIXA JOGO ‘FRANCO’

O fôlego foi a arma para o Internacional mostrar seu poderio ofensivo. Taison se lançou no contra-ataque, fez a tabela com Palacios e bateu rasteiro na saída de Diego Alves.

Em seguida, Saravia abriu caminho para Edenilson, mas o meia finalizou sem força e viu o goleiro rubro-negro defender. Diante de um Flamengo hesitante na marcação, o Inter teve nova oportunidade com Palacios. A reta final rendeu novo momento de pressão. Após lançamento de Dourado, Edenilson escorou e Diego Alves saltou para defender. Na sobra, Patrick emendou de primeira, mas David Luiz se desdobrou para salvar em cima da linha.

INTER LUTA E FLA PERDE CHANCES

A volta do intervalo trouxe um Internacional mais organizado e que batalhava para retomar as rédeas da partida. Além da forte pressão e buscar investidas com Patrick e Palacios, o time da casa assustou em cobrança de falta de Moisés e em jogada na qual Taison concluiu rente à trave.

Mesmo diante do novo panorama, o Flamengo continuava a colecionar chances desperdiçadas. Filipe Luís cruzou e Gabigol cabeceou para fora. Vitinho concluiu, a bola chegou a desviar em Cuesta, mas Marcelo Lomba defendeu. O goleiro colorado também salvou chance de Gabigol.

Michael tentava arrancadas, mas se atrapalhava ao se desvencilhar de Saravia. Em boa investida, Vitinho passou como quis pela esquerda, só que chutou muito mal. Em nova brecha nas costas de Saravia, Gabigol lançou e Kenedy encheu o pé. Marcelo Lomba saltou para salvar.

PRESSÃO, VAR E… VITÓRIA DO FLAMENGO!

As alterações aumentaram o ímpeto ofensivo do Internacional na reta final. Em cobrança de escanteio, Patrick desviou de cabeça e, diante de Diego Alves obrigou William Arão a se desdobrar para salvar de chaleira. Em seguida, Taison encheu o pé e a bola passou rente à trave de Diego Alves.

Com as mudanças promovidas por Renato Gaúcho (inclusive De Arrascaeta voltando a campo), o Flamengo chegou a comemorar um gol. Matheuzinho desceu pela direita, Gabigol desviou e Marcelo Lomba fez a defesa. Na sobra, Kenedy mandou para a rede. Contudo, o VAR anulou a jogada por impedimento do camisa 9 rubro-negro.

Os comandados de Diego Aguirre continuaram a lutar, mas tropeçavam em seus erros e abriam caminhos para contra-ataques. Com um início de jogo impecável e postura impetuosa, o Rubro-Negro garantiu os três pontos e se mantém na “caça” à liderança do Brasileirão. Além disto, ganhou ainda mais moral perto da decisão da Libertadores.

FICHA TÉCNICA
INTERNACIONAL 1×2 FLAMENGO

Data-Hora: 20-11-21 – 21h30 (de Brasília)
Estádio: Beira-Rio, em Porto Alegre (RS)
Árbitro: Savio Pereira Sampaio (DF)
Assistentes: Daniel Henrique da Silva Andrade (DF) e Jose Reinaldo Nascimento Junior (DF)
VAR: Wagner Reway (VAR-Fifa/PB)

Cartões amarelos: Bruno Méndez, Moisés (INT), Gabigol (FLA)

Gols: Gabigol, 4/1T (0-1), Andreas Pereira, 9/1T (0-2), Taison, 40/1T (1-2)

INTERNACIONAL: Marcelo Lomba; Saravia (Heitor, 30/2T), Bruno Méndez, Cuesta e Moisés; Rodrigo Lindoso, Rodrigo Dourado (Maurício, 30/2T), Edenilson e Patrick (Gustavo Maia, 43/2T); Taison e Palacios (Matheus Cadorini, 30/2T). Técnico: Diego Aguirre

FLAMENGO: Diego Alves; Isla (Matheuzinho, 33/2T) Rodrigo Caio, David Luiz e Filipe Luís (Ramon, 38/2T); Willian Arão, Andreas Pereira e Everton Ribeiro (De Arrascaeta, 33/2T); Michael (Rodinei, 33/2T), Vitinho (Kenedy, 24/2T) e Gabigol. Técnico: Renato Gaúcho

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Eram cravados 52 minutos do segundo tempo quando a finalização de Róger Guedes ultrapassou a linha fatal. Gol no último milésimo de segundo, que deu a vitória por 1 a 0 ao Corinthians sobre a Chapecoense, lanterna do Campeonato Brasileiro, pela 29ª rodada, na última segunda-feira (1º). E tudo isso só foi possível por conta de uma torcida que é Fiel e empurra o time até mesmo quando quer vaiar.

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Mas essa torcida que impulsiona jogadores a colocarem bolas para dentro não calça chuteiras, ou nem sempre pelo menos. Não porque não quer, mas porque as vezes não é possível. Portanto, a função dessa análise é quebrar um pouco do romantismo da vitória corintiana diante da Chape e voltarmos à realidade de um Corinthians que ainda precisa evoluir bastante.

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Ok, teve a simbiose de uma torcida, que há mais de 600 dias não poderia lotar a Arena, teve o fervor de uma vitória no último suspiro, mas não da para tratar como epopeia um triunfo na bacia das almas contra um time que só venceu um jogo no Brasileirão e é virtual rebaixado praticamente desde o início da competição.

Em sua entrevista coletiva, o técnico Sylvinho, amplamente questionado por uma ala mais ortodoxa da torcida corintiana, justificou a dificuldade em fazer gols contra a Chapecoense por conta da imposição defensiva do adversário. Contudo, isso já era esperado e mesmo assim o Time do Povo não soube lidar.

O Corinthians tinha em sua faixa central e ofensiva atletas de um nível técnico ímpar, como Giuliano, Renato Augusto, Róger Guedes e até mesmo os garotos Gabriel Pereira e Du Queiroz, que vêm se destacando, então não é possível engolir tamanha a dificuldade corintiana em criar chances claras de gols e encontrar alternativas em meio ao ferrolho chapecoense.

A ausência de repertórios para explorar um leque gigante de defeitos do adversário mostra que o Corinthians tem muito a melhorar e a vitória, a base da torcida, nem sempre tenderá a acontecer.

O Timão precisa se encaixar, principalmente na questão meio-campo, pois com as peças individuais que tem é muito capaz da equipe do Parque São Jorge ter amplo domínio nas ações centrais. Mas isso não vem acontecendo, e incomoda.

Newcastle United midfielder Lewis Miley was handed a key role in the club’s first-team last season after various injury issues to key members of Eddie Howe’s squad.

Joelinton missed large parts of the 2023/24 Premier League campaign with a thigh issue, with the Brazilian missing over four months of the season before returning to full fitness in the final few outings.

Big-money signing Sandro Tonali only made eight league appearances after his 10-month suspension for breaking betting rules, but the Italian could return in the next couple of weeks.

That allowed 18-year-old Miley to make a total of 26 appearances in all competitions, scoring his first professional goal in the victory over Fulham at St James’ Park.

However, he could be replaced in Howe’s side this season by one player, with the Magpies previously linked with a move to sign the international star before the transfer window closes on August 30th.

Newcastle could land £68m talent this summer

After his stellar tournament for Turkey at Euro 2024 which saw him register three goal contributions, Arda Güler was linked with a move to Newcastle ahead of the upcoming campaign.

It was reported that the 19-year-old Real Madrid ace was the subject of a £68m offer from the Magpies – a deal that would’ve surpassed the fee paid for striker Alexander Isak back in the summer of 2022.

Whilst it’s undoubtedly a huge fee for such a young and inexperienced talent, he would provide a great deal of quality to the Magpies side, with his record of six goals in just ten LaLiga appearances an example of quality he possesses.

Given his latest cameo, it would be an exceptional piece of business, allowing Howe’s side to sign their own version of a player who has burst onto the European scene in recent years.

Why Guler could be Newcastle’s own Bellingham

Since 2020, Jude Bellingham has enjoyed a meteoric rise that has taken him from Championship side Birmingham City to Real Madrid, becoming a crucial player under Carlo Ancelotti at the Bernabeu.

He also starred for England at Euro 2024 this summer, scoring two goals as he helped his nation reach a second successive European Championship final – eventually falling to defeat to Spain.

The 21-year-old may have enjoyed a successful tournament but was unable to better the young Turkish star in numerous key areas for a midfielder – with FBref, ranking the duo as similar players based on their respective figures from the competition.

The “world-class” Guler, as described by talent scout Jacek Kulig, registered the same number of goals and assists despite featuring in two fewer matches, whilst also averaging more progressive passes per 90 – showcasing his ability to create opportunities for his teammates.

Games played

5

7

Goals + assists

3

3

Progressive passes

5.3

4.9

Shot-creating actions

4.5

2.6

Tackles attempted

2.4

2

Take-on success

47%

46%

Interceptions

0.8

0.5

He also averaged more shot-creating actions whilst completing more of his attempted take-ons, handing Howe that attacking edge from a deep-lying position.

However, the youngster also beat his teammate defensively, making more tackles whilst also completing more interceptions – making him an excellent box-to-box option for the Magpies.

Whilst a deal may cost Howe and Co a huge sum, it certainly would be an excellent pickup, with the 19-year-old easily able to cement himself as a regular starter.

It’s a scary prospect looking at how impressive he’s been in the early stages of his career, potentially reaching the next level should he gain a move to the Premier League this summer. As Micah Richards claimed earlier this year, he's "going to be the next big thing".

Guler has the potential to be a pivotal part of the club’s hunt for a return to the Champions League, possibly able to be a key component to their project over the next decade and beyond.

Miley may have made his mark for the Magpies last season, but it is fair to say that Guler is just a class above.

The next Ben Arfa: Newcastle could land "world-class" £13m sensation

He would be a huge coup for the Magpies.

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Arsenal chiefs believe a £200,000-per-week player will quit the north London club this summer, with further departures on the horizon as sporting director Edu Gaspar continues to reshape the squad.

Players who could still leave Arsenal before deadline day

Albert Sambi Lokonga and Nuno Tavares, who both sealed loan moves away from the Emirates Stadium, are two of Arsenal's latest confirmed exits – but many more could follow the duo out.

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Tavares sealed an initial loan to Lazio, which will become permanent next summer for around £7.5 million, while Lokonga put pen to paper on a temporary deal at Sevilla – which includes a buy-option set at around £10 million.

Both men join young striker Mika Biereth, who sealed a permanent switch to Sturm Graz for around £4 million. Mohamed Elneny and Cedric Soares also left north London when their contracts expired on June 30, with a few more interesting names tipped to leave as well.

Aaron Ramsdale, Kieran Tierney, Reiss Nelson, Eddie Nkeitah and Emile Smith Rowe have all been linked with high-profile exits too. Nelson is said to have agreed a move to West Ham on personal terms, and the Hammers are pushing to do a deal for him soon.

Meanwhile, reports claim that Arsenal have set a £40 million price tag for Nketiah, amid interest from Marseille in Ligue 1. Tierney is not in Arteta's plans at Arsenal moving forward, and the club are prepared to accept offers for the Scotsman.

There is also the matter of midfielder Thomas Partey. The 31-year-old made just 14 Premier League appearances under Arteta last season, which was largely down to fitness issues, but he's also entered the final year of his contract.

Arsenal risk losing Partey for nothing next summer, which could be something they're willing to do, given just how important he's been in recent years. An experienced figurehead and proven back-up option like the Ghanaian could be invaluable for Arteta, yet Emirates Stadium chiefs could also be tempted to sell if a reasonable bid comes in.

Arsenal expect Thomas Partey to leave this summer

It's been a while since we've had any definitive update on his future at London Colney, but The Boot Room and journalist Graeme Bailey have now provided some clarity on the situation.

The outlet claims Arsenal chiefs expect Partey to leave and are confident he will go, amid rumoured interest from Saudi Arabian and Turkish sides. However, if the club are unable to find a buyer for the £200,000-per-week African, then they would also be happy to keep him in the squad for another season ahead of another Premier League title race with Man City.

Partey has made 115 appearances for the club since joining for £45 million from Atletico Madrid in 2020, with La Liga expert Gerry Armstrong calling him "sensational".