October 2020 – Page 9 – Football Flame

Month: October 2020

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SERIE A

Five-goal Atalanta crush Cagliari, Juve v Napoli under coronavirus cloud

Alejandro Gomez of Atalanta BC celebrates his goal with his team-mates during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and Cagliari Calcio at Gewiss Stadium on October 4, 2020 in Bergamo, Italy. Papu Gomez extended his scoring streak as Atalanta crushed Cagliari 5-2 for a third consecutive win this season, but champions Juventus's clash against Napoli later Sunday remains in doubt after coronavirus cases at both clubs. Atalanta struck hard in their first home game this season in Bergamo, bringing their tally to 13 goals in three games played, to sit top of the Serie A table. "This team is going through an excellent period," said coach Gian Piero Gasperini. "They did not suffer much, the goalkeeper was not very busy. The score could have been much bigger. "We've given the maximum ...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

Djenepo and Romeu on the scoresheet as Southampton beat West Brom

Oriol Romeu of Southampton celebrates after he scores a goal to make it 2-0 during the Premier League match between Southampton and West Bromwich Albion at St Mary's Stadium on October 04, 2020 in Southampton, England. Southampton secured their second Premier League win of the season with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over West Brom at St Mary’s. West Brom goalkeeper Sam Johnstone had made three diving saves before Moussa Djenepo put Southampton ahead on the brink of half-time in difficult conditions. Oriol Romeu then volleyed the ball into the back of the net in the second half to double the home side’s advantage and seal all three points for Saints. Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl had said before the game he wanted his side to concentrate and be clinical for the full 90 minute...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

Leeds punish Manchester City gaffe to secure thrilling draw

Raheem Sterling of Manchester City runs with the ball under pressure from Stuart Dallas of Leeds United during the Premier League match between Leeds United and Manchester City at Elland Road on October 03, 2020 in Leeds, England. Manchester City and Leeds United played out an enthralling 1-1 draw with United's Rodrigo pouncing on an Ederson error to earn Marcelo Bielsa's men a deserved equaliser. City, hammered 5-2 at home by Leicester City last weekend, made a blistering start in driving rain at Elland Road and Raheem Sterling deservedly put them in front. Leeds grew into a pulsating contest, though, and record signing Rodrigo opened his account for the promoted side soon after coming on when goalkeeper Ederson made a mess of trying to deal with a corner. Rodrigo also hit the c...
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LALIGA

LaLiga: Real Betis climb to top of league table with win over Valencia; Villarreal hold Atletico Madrid to goalless draw

Luis Suarez of Atletico de Madrid reacts battle for the ball with Pau Torres Villarreal CF during the La Liga Santader match between Atletico de Madrid and Villarreal CF at Estadio Wanda Metropolitano on October 03, 2020 in Madrid, Spain. The excitement and euphoria over Luis Suarez didn't last very long for Atletico Madrid. Two consecutive scoreless draws quickly dampened the hype surrounding Atletico’s new attack after they had opened the season with an impressive 6-1 victory over Granada. Atletico and Suarez struggled again on Saturday, being held by Villarreal at home in a Spanish league match which it finished with no shots on target. “Sometimes it's hard to explain these situations when you try everything but can't create opportunities,” said Diego Simeone, who was seekin...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

James Rodriguez-inspired Everton reclaim Premier League top spot

James Rodriguez of Everton celebrates after scoring his team's third goal during the Premier League match between Everton and Brighton & Hove Albion at Goodison Park on October 03, 2020 in Liverpool, England. Everton maintained their 100% record and reclaimed their spot at the top of the Premier League after a 4-2 win over Brighton today. Summer signing James Rodriguez was key to the victory, scoring twice, while there was worrying news from an Irish perspective, as Seamus Coleman went off injured. In-form Dominic Calvert-Lewin also celebrated his first England call-up by scoring in a fourth successive Premier League. The 23-year-old’s ninth of the season makes him the leading scorer in Europe’s top five leagues and his first-half header took him to 41 goals for the club, one...
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BUNDESLIGA

Reyna shines in Sancho’s absence, Haaland scores twice for Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund players celebrate after Felix Passlack of Borussia Dortmund scores their team's teams fourth goal during the Bundesliga match between Borussia Dortmund and Sport-Club Freiburg at Signal Iduna Park on October 03, 2020 in Dortmund, Germany. Borussia Dortmund’s Giovanni Reyna and Erling Haaland combined perfectly to help crush Freiburg 4-0 on Saturday as they bounced back in style from a disappointing week. Reyna, the 17-year-old American, served up three assists in the absence of their top provider Jadon Sancho, sidelined with an infection. Norwegian forward Haaland scored two of those goals either side of Emre Can’s 47th minute header, to take his tally to 17 goals from 18 Bundesliga games this year. Haaland then set up Felix Passlack for their fourth in stoppage...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

Chilwell gets goal and assist, Jorginho nets late penalty double as Chelsea ease past Palace

Ben Chilwell of Chelsea celebrates with teammate Tammy Abraham and Timo Werner after scoring his sides first goal during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge on October 03, 2020 in London, England. Ben Chilwell scored and assisted on his debut for Chelsea in the Premier League as Frank Lampard's side saw off a stubborn Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea had been left frustrated after the first half ended goalless, but the full-back popped up in the right area to give the hosts a scrappy lead five minutes after the restart. Chilwell had impressed in Chelsea's Carabao Cup ties but had to be patient for his first league appearance following a heel injury. And he made up for lost time as he set up Chelsea's second, with his cross inch...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp provides Jordan Henderson injury update

Trent Alexander-Arnold and Jordan Henderson captain of Liverpool during a training session at Melwood Training Ground on September 16, 2020 in Liverpool, England. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has delivered a promising injury update on Reds captain Jordan Henderson ahead of this weekend’s game against Aston Villa. Henderson has been sidelined since picking up a muscle injury during the first half of the 2-0 at Chelsea on September 20. The England international was back in training on Friday though as Liverpool gear up to face Villa on Sunday. And Klopp revealed that Henderson appeared to be injury free, meaning he could well be up for selection this weekend. “Hendo will be part of parts of the training today,” said Klopp. “He will start with warming up, maybe some passing, ma...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard slammed for making ‘dangerous’ transfer mistake with one star

Ross Barkley of Chelsea during a training session at Chelsea Training Ground on September 25, 2020 in Cobham, England. Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has been criticised for sending Ross Barkley out on loan to Aston Villa, with Paul Merson declaring that the Blues boss has offloaded "a superstar". Barkley joined Chelsea from Everton in 2018 but the 26-year-old has struggled to establish himself as a first-choice midfielder under either Maurizio Sarri or Lampard. He has racked up 86 appearances, scoring 11 goals and laying on 11 assists, in his two years at the club but has only started 26 times in 52 Premier League games across that time. And the west London outfit have allowed him to leave on loan for Villa, with it appearing unlikely the England international will play for Chelsea aga...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

Carlos Vinicius vows to ‘bring home silverware’ after joining Spurs

Tottenham Hotspur unveil new signing Carlos Vinicius at Tottenham Hotspur Training Centre on October 02, 2020 in Enfield, England. New Tottenham signing Carlos Vinicius has vowed to help end the club’s long wait for silverware after arriving on a season-long loan from Benfica. Spurs confirmed the deal on Friday night, ending their search for striking reinforcements to ease the burden on star forward Harry Kane. While the loan is initially for the season, for a fee of £2.7million, Tottenham have the option of making the deal permanent next summer for £38.2m. Reports have claimed that the 25-year-old has already agreed a contract until 2025 should Spurs activate their option to buy. Carlos Vinicius finished the 2019-20 season as the joint-top scorer in Portugal last season, and ...
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TRANSFERS

Manchester United considering Lucas Ocampos move

Lucas Ocampos of Sevilla FC controls the ball during the La Liga Santander match between Cadiz CF and Sevilla FC at Estadio Ramon de Carranza on September 27, 2020 in Cadiz, Spain. Manchester United are reportedly weighing up a move for Sevilla winger Lucas Ocampos. The Red Devils seem determined to land a new right-sided attacker before the transfer window shuts on October 5, and with a move for Jadon Sancho appearing dead in the water, United have been forced to seek out alternative options. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men have been tipped to move for Barcelona's Ousmane Dembele, but United reportedly have their eye on another prolific La Liga forward. According to ESPN, the Red Devils are seriously considering a late swoop for Ocampos, who could be allowed to depart Sevilla for a f...
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TRANSFERS

Barcelona beat Bayern Munich to signing of Dest from Ajax

Sergino Dest of Ajax during the Dutch Eredivisie match between Ajax v RKC Waalwijk at the Johan Cruijff Arena on September 20, 2020 in Amsterdam Netherlands. The 19-year-old United States international has signed a five-year contract with a €400m buyout clause, while the deal could eventually cost Barca €26m. Barca faced stiff competition for the Ajax academy product, with Bayern Munich said to be also keen on his signature, but his signing for the Blaugrana appeared a formality after he was spotted arriving in Catalonia on Tuesday. Dest broke into the Ajax senior side just last season, playing 35 times across all competitions as he established himself as an alternative to Noussair Mazraoui. An attack-minded full-back, Dest was originally a winger when he first joined Ajax, but h...
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TRANSFERS

Barcelona say Manchester United can’t have Dembele

Ousmane Dembele of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the during the pre-season friendly match between FC Barcelona and Girona at Estadi Johan Cruyff on September 16, 2020 in Barcelona, Spain. Barcelona insisted on Friday that French attacker Ousmane Dembele is not heading to Manchester United. "There are no negotiations with Manchester United," said sporting director Ramon Planes. "He is a player we are counting on." The transfer window closes on Monday, October 5. After Barcelona's disastrous finish to last season, Planes, who was named in his post in August, has been conducting a squad overhaul with new manager Ronald Koeman. The 23-year-old Demebele, who has suffered a series of hamstring injuries since arriving from Dortmund in 2017, has been linked with a move away. ...
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PREMIER LEAGUE

Mourinho not out for ‘revenge’ as Spurs travel to Man United

Jose Mourinho, Manager of Tottenham Hotspur gives his team instructions during the UEFA Europa League play-off match between Tottenham Hotspur and Maccabi Haifa at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 01, 2020 in London, England. Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho says his side have "no excuses" at Manchester United as they reach the end of a gruelling run of games. Spurs head to Old Trafford on Sunday for their fourth game in eight days, having booked their place in the Europa League group stages on Thursday. Mourinho has previously complained about player welfare and said his players' efforts have been "inhuman", but he is gearing his side up for one last push before the international break. "I am used to it. It's the last one, the last match," he said. "I don't want to moan. I moane...
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NEWS

Europa League draw in full

In this photo illustration the UEFA Europa League logo seen displayed on a smartphone. Dundalk can look forward to a trip to London after being paired against Arsenal in the Europa League group phase. The Irish side secured their place with a victory over Faroese side KI Klaksvik in the final qualifying round, and will now face the Gunners home and away in Group B. The other two sides in the group are Austrian club Rapid Vienna and Molde from Norway. Tottenham have been drawn alongside Ludogorets, LASK and Royal Antwerp in Europa League group J. Celtic and Rangers were drawn against sides with great European pedigree, with the Hoops facing seven-times European Cup winners AC Milan and the Light Blues taking on two-time champions of Europe Benfica from Portugal. Celtic, who ...
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NEWS

Europa League: Harry Kane scores hat-trick as Tottenham ease past Maccabi Haifa; AC Milan beat Rio Ave

Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates after scoring his team's sixth goal during the UEFA Europa League play-off match between Tottenham Hotspur and Maccabi Haifa at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 01, 2020 in London, England. AC Milan reached the Europa League group stage after a nervy 9-8 penalty shootout win over Portuguese club Rio Ave on Thursday, having netted a fortunate last-gasp equalizer in extra time. Milan trailed 2-1 in extra time until Toni Borevkovic gave away a penalty in the 121st minute with a careless handball, allowing Hakan Calhanoglu to level from the spot.  Rio Ave then had three chances to win the penalty shootout but missed each time, before Milan goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma made the decisive save to send his team through. The shootout ...
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LALIGA

LaLiga: Ansu Fati scores again as 10-man Barcelona beat Celta Vigo for second straight win; Sevilla, Real Madrid too register victories

Ansu Fati of Barcelona celebrates with his team mates after scoring his team's first goal during the La Liga Santander match between RC Celta and FC Barcelona at Abanca-Balaídos on October 01, 2020 in Vigo, Spain. Teenager Ansu Fati scored again to help give Barcelona a second straight win to start the Spanish league season with a 3-0 victory at Celta Vigo on Thursday. Barcelona won comfortably despite playing more than half the game with 10 men after defender Clement Lenglet was sent off before the break. “I'm proud of how the team played in this match,” Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman said. “We played with a lot of discipline with a man down.” Fati also scored twice to lead Barcelona to an opening win against Villarreal on Sunday.  The 17-year-old forward found the net ag...
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NEWS

Joe Willock takes Arsenal through in shootout drama with Liverpool

Arsenal players crowd Joe Willock as they celebrate him scoring the winning penalty in the shoot-out during the Carabao Cup Fourth Round match between Liverpool and Arsenal at Anfield on October 1, 2020 in Liverpool, England. Mikel Arteta kept his domestic cup record intact as Arsenal proceeded to the last eight of the Carabao Cup on penalties, Joe Willock scoring the crucial kick in the sudden-death phase after Harry Wilson had seen his effort saved. That was hard on Wilson, making his first start for Liverpool since returning from loan, though Divock Origi and Mohamed Elneny also saw shots saved in the earlier section, and Arsenal goalkeeper Bernd Leno deserved something for his saves in normal times that took the contest to a shootout decider. Liverpool and Arsenal must be tired ...
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NEWS

Polish footballer Robert Lewandowski named UEFA player of the year

Robert Lewandowski of FC Bayern Muenchen walks with the ball during the Supercup 2020 match between FC Bayern München and Borussia Dortmund at Allianz Arena on September 30, 2020 in Munich, Germany. Polish soccer star Robert Lewandowski has been named UEFA Men's Player of the Year for the 2019/20 season, beating short-listed finalists German goal keeper Manuel Neuer and Belgium's Kevin De Bruyno. Lewandowski, who plays for German club Bayern Munich, was also recognised as the best striker. The results of the plebiscite were announced at a ceremony during the draw for the 2020/21 Champions League season in Geneva on Thursday.  Although the event was scaled down due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Lewandowski was present to receive the award in person from UEFA President Ale...
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UCL

Liverpool drawn against Ajax in Champions League

Premier League champions Liverpool will face Ajax in the Champions League group stage this season. Chelsea are in a group with Europa League winners Sevilla, while Manchester City will face Porto. Manchester United have been drawn against Paris St-Germain, who they knocked out in the last 16 in 2018-19. Meanwhile Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are set to face each other after Juventus and Barcelona were drawn in Group G. The draw in Geneva is taking place without club officials present due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. This year's group stage begins on Tuesday, 20 October while the final is on Saturday, 29 May at the Ataturk Stadium in Istanbul. 2020-21 CHAMPIONS LEAGUE GROUP STAGE DRAW IN FULL Group A: Bayern Munich, Atletico Madrid, Red Bull Salzburg, Lokomoti...
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