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Chelsea’s Maurizio Sarri insists he can avoid being sacked
Maurizio Sarri insists he expects to avoid being sacked as Chelsea manager if his troubled side can put together a sustained winning run.
Chelsea consider Zinedine Zidane, Frank Lampard to replace under-fire Maurizio Sarri
Pressure on the Italian is growing after a poor run of results in which the Blues have dropped to sixth in the table, been knocked out of the FA Cup by Manchester United and been humiliated in a 6-0 defeat at Manchester City.
Fashion world mourns death of ‘Kaiser’ Karl Lagerfeld
The fashion world has been plunged into mourning by the death of legendary designer Karl Lagerfeld, the rapier-witted dandy who ruled over the industry for half a century.
Juventus’ Sami Khedira diagnosed of heart problem
Juventus have been left worrying over the future of Sami Khedira after the Germany midfielder was diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat.
Chelsea hold discussions over Maurizio Sarri’s future
Senior figures at Chelsea have held discussions over Maurizio Sarri's future as head coach, according to a report.
Maurizio Sarri set to be in charge for Chelsea’s game against Malmo
Chelsea boss coach Maurizio Sarri is set to be in charge for the Europa League game against Malmo on Thursday.
Under-fire Maurizio Sarri doesn’t fear the sack
Maurizio Sarri insists he isn’t worried about being sacked as Chelsea manager despite his troubled side’s lacklustre FA Cup surrender against Manchester United.
Sarri: Chelsea played confusing football against Manchester United
Maurizio Sarri has admitted that his side played “confusing football” in their 2-0 FA Cup defeat to Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on Monday.
Maurizio Sarri: I’m not worried about sack
Maurizio Sarri insists he isn’t worried about being sacked as Chelsea manager despite his troubled side’s lacklustre FA Cup surrender against Manchester United.
Orlando City signs former Manchester United star Nani
Orlando City has announced the signing of former Manchester United star Nani, who joins from Sporting CP in Portugal.
Franck Kessie lauds AC Milan win over ‘strong’ Atalanta
Franck Kessie has described AC Milan's 3-1 win over his former side Atalanta in Saturday's Serie A encounter as a very important result.
Uganda deports MTN chief executive over security concerns
Uganda’s security agencies and immigration department have deported the chief executive of the largest telecommunications company in the country over security reasons.
David Luiz: Everyone at Chelsea believes in Maurizio Sarri
David Luiz says that Maurizio Sarri has the backing of the Chelsea dressing room amid rumours of discontent after recent high-profile away defeats.
Orji Okonkwo joins Montreal Impact on loan
Nigerian forward Orji Okonkwo has joined Major League Soccer (MLS) side Montreal Impact on loan for the 2019 season.
Chelsea in need of morale boost on Europa League trip to Sweden
The Europa League might not be top of Chelsea’s priorities this season, but in the current circumstances Thursday’s last 32, first leg away to Malmo in Sweden takes on extra importance for Maurizio Sarri’s side.
Aaron Ramsey must rise to challenge after hitting Juventus jackpot
Aaron Ramsey has joined European football’s monied elite after agreeing on a lucrative move to Juventus, but doubts remain about the Arsenal midfielder’s ability to justify his jaw-dropping salary.
Eden Hazard backs under-fire Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri
Chelsea forward Eden Hazard has hailed the work done by Blues manager Maurizio Sarri amid increasing speculation regarding the former Napoli boss' future.
Nicolo Zaniolo strikes twice for AS Roma to beat FC Porto
Two goals from teenager Nicolo Zaniolo earned AS Roma a 2-1 win against FC Porto in their UEFA Champions League last 16 first leg fixture on Tuesday.
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