Villa continue turnaround under Emery as Leeds extend winless run
Aston Villa's rise under Unai Emery continued with a 2-1 win over Leeds United at Villa Park on Friday.
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Aston Villa make wasteful Leeds pay
Leon Bailey and Emi Buendia struck early in either half as Villa bounced back from a shock FA Cup exit to League Two Stevenage last weekend. Patrick Bamford pulled a goal back for Leeds seven minutes from time, but defeat leaves Jesse Marsch's men still just two points above the relegation zone. The visitors were left to rue a host of wasted chances, the first of which led to the opening goal as Marc Roca failed to connect when unmarked from a corner.
Chelsea must be positive and move forward, says Potter
Chelsea manager Graham Potter called on his side to be positive when they take on Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Sunday as the pressure mounts on him to halt a dismal run of form.
Relegation battle ‘realistic’ for Everton, admits Lampard
Everton manager Frank Lampard said on Friday he expected another relegation battle after narrowly avoiding the drop last season.
Arsenal, Man City face Premier League derby dates
Arsenal’s English striker Eddie Nketiah (R) celebrates after scoring his team second goal during the FA Cup third round football match between Oxford United and Arsenal at the Kassam Stadium in Oxford, west of London, on January 9, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS / AFP) //
Joao Felix suspension a big blow for Chelsea, admits Graham Potter
Graham Potter believes Joao Felix's red card and subsequent three-match suspension is a "big blow" for Chelsea as they look to revive their disappointing Premier League campaign.
Messi headlines shortlist for FIFA Best Men's Player award
Argentina featured heavily in shortlists for FIFA's Best awards following their World Cup triumph, with forwards Lionel Messi and Julian Alvarez, goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez and coach Lionel Scaloni receiving nominations in their categories.
Potter's misery mounts as Fulham beat Chelsea after Felix red card
Graham Potter pleaded with his Chelsea players to "stay together" after a shock 2-1 defeat at Fulham that saw Blues forward Joao Felix sent off on his debut before a decisive blunder from Kepa Arrizabalaga.