Soccer-Bullet point previews of Premier League matches
(Reuters) - Match-by-match facts and statistics ahead of the 32nd round of the Premier League from April 8-10 (all times in GMT):
Chelsea Sport News
Thibaut Courtois reacts to Chelsea fans booing him and Edouard Mendy's mistake vs Madrid
Thibaut Courtois brushed off the boos from Chelsea’s supporters during Real Madrid’s Champions League win at Stamford Bridge and admits he has sympathy for Edouard Mendy following his mistake.
Chelsea v Real Madrid player ratings: Havertz 7, Mendy 4; Benzema 9.5, Vinicius Jr 9
Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema scored another Champions League hat-trick as the Spanish side defeated Chelsea 3-1 in Wednesday's quarter-final first leg at Stamford Bridge.
Seven players Manchester United are tipped to sign during summer transfer window
Change is on the horizon at Old Trafford as Manchester United prepare to appoint their next permanent manager and promptly turn their attentions to the summer transfer window. Erik ten Hag remains a preferred candidate for the hot seat and Mauricio Pochettino is also in the mix.
Champions League: "Fantastic" Karim Benzema Treble Puts Real Madrid In Command Against Chelsea
Carlo Ancelotti hailed Karim Benzema's "fantastic" hat-trick as he fired Real Madrid to a 3-1 win against Chelsea that put the Champions League holders on the brink of elimination after Wednesday's quarter-final first leg. Benzema produced a masterclass at Stamford Bridge as the France striker netted twice in the first half with two perfectly-taken headers. Kai Havertz reduced the deficit before the interval, but Benzema punished a woeful mistake from Chelsea keeper Edouard Mendy in the second half to complete his treble.
Mendy and Rudiger criticised by Joe Cole after costly mix-up
Hapless Chelsea duo Edouard Mendy and Antonio Rudiger were singled out for criticism by Joe Cole after their mix-up resulted in a third goal for Real Madrid.
Chelsea 'wonderkid' gives Thomas Tuchel perfect answer to weird contradiction that creates issue
Thomas Tuchel has been left to rue his decision to drop Mateo Kovacic in Chelsea's Champions League quarter-final clash against Real Madrid. The 27-year-old, who despite his spritely displays this season, was relegated to the bench and made way for a double pivot of N'Golo Kante and Jorginho.
Chelsea news: Thomas Tuchel's tactics slammed, Blues destroyed by Karim Benzema
Arteta refutes claims pressure of top-four race got to Arsenal at Palace