In 1986, when Ferguson became the manager of Manchester United, he once boasted, "One day, I will definitely push Liverpool off their damn throne!" At that time, Manchester United had won 7 top-flight league titles, while Liverpool had 16; Manchester United had won 1 UEFA Champions League title, while Liverpool had 4. By 1990, Liverpool's top-flight league titles had reached 18, while Manchester United remained at 7. In 2011, Ferguson achieved his goal, leading Manchester United to win their 19th English top-flight league title, surpassing Liverpool. Before retiring in 2013, Ferguson led Manchester United to win the top-flight league title 20 times, which was not excessive but rather significant. In 2020, Klopp led Liverpool to win their first Premier League trophy, and Liverpool found that they still had one less top-flight league title than Manchester United. When Ferguson retired, he certainly did not expect that the legacy he had accumulated through half a lifetime of effort would be squandered by his successors in just over a decade. In the 2024-25 Premier League season, Liverpool, the arch-rival of Manchester United, has been leading for a long time, with a six-point lead after half the season and one game fewer played. Sloot's team is currently the biggest favorite to win the Premier League title. If they can maintain their lead until the end, they will have 20 top-flight league titles, equaling Manchester United. Who will be knocked off the throne? Manchester United is seven points above the relegation zone at the halfway point of the season. Given their current losing streak, it…

On the morning of January 5th, Beijing time, the 20th round of the Premier League ended with multiple matches, showcasing a night of joy and sorrow. Manchester City defeated West Ham United 4-1, Arsenal drew 1-1 with Brighton, Chelsea drew 1-1 with Crystal Palace, and Tottenham was reversed by Newcastle 1-2, making for an exciting night. At the same time, the league standings also experienced changes. As the defending champions, Manchester City ended their five-game winless streak after defeating Leicester City away in the previous round. Returning home to face West Ham United, Guardiola's team continued their impressive form. New signing Savigno scored three goals in just 45 minutes and provided two assists for Haaland to score, ultimately securing a 4-1 victory over West Ham United, achieving their first double-win in more than two months. After the victory, Manchester City reached 34 points and remained in sixth place, which is related to Newcastle's win as well. In this round, Newcastle came from behind 0-1 away, relying on joint goals from Gordon and Isak, eventually reversing Tottenham 2-1, achieving a five-game winning streak, accumulating 35 points to firmly occupy fifth place, while only being one point behind fourth-placed Chelsea. Originally ranked second, Chelsea has recently been winless, drawing 1-1 away with Crystal Palace in this round, marking their fourth consecutive winless game, dropping to fourth with 36 points at a critical moment. With both Manchester City and Chelsea gradually falling behind, only Arsenal has the opportunity to catch up with the leaders, Liverpool. Before challenging Brighton away, Arsenal had played one…

In the fiery battleground of the Premier League, Arsenal faced off against Ipswich Town (I-town) in an intense and thrilling match. With their tenacious fighting spirit and exquisite tactics, Arsenal emerged victorious with a narrow 1-0 win over I-town, propelling them to second place in the league standings and delivering an exhilarating feast of football to their fans. From the outset of the game, the Arsenal players charged forward like valiant warriors, brimming with ambition and courage, launching fierce assaults on I-town's defense. Trossard, agile as a cheetah, darted through the flanks with lightning speed, using his exceptional dribbling skills to repeatedly pierce through the opponent's lines, eliciting gasps from the stands. Odegaard, stationed in midfield, commanded the game like a maestro, orchestrating the team's attacking rhythm with pinpoint passes, each one carrying a lethal threat, aiming to create golden scoring opportunities for his frontline teammates. However, I-town was not one to give up easily. Their defense stood firm like an impregnable fortress, with the players united in their determination and resilience, repeatedly thwarting Arsenal's sharp attacks. The two sides were locked in a stalemate, with intense battles and exciting transitions between attack and defense constantly unfolding, yet unable to break the deadlock on the field, as the tension hung over the stadium like a dark cloud. The tide turned when Arsenal's coach, akin to a brilliant strategist, made a subtle tactical adjustment that injected new vitality into the team. Around the 23rd minute of the game, Arsenal finally seized their chance. Havertz, like a cannonball out of the barrel,…

The football transfer market is always full of surprises, and recently Arsenal midfielder Jorginho has been making quite a stir. It seems that this Italian international is set to leave the Premier League, with Inter Milan covertly observing the veteran's movements, after all, everyone wants to take advantage of a free transfer. Serie A has already gone through more than half of the season, and Inter Milan's midfield problems have yet to be resolved. Frattesi's performance has been less than impressive, leading the team management to consider bringing in new midfielders. However, with a limited budget for the winter window, they can only look for free agents. Maltagliati has been closely monitoring Jorginho's situation. This Italian international has not been having an easy time at Arsenal, with Arteta using him less and less. The player's age and speed have indeed become issues, but his technical skills and experience are still commendable. What Inter Milan lacks most right now is an experienced midfielder. Since Brozovic left, the team has struggled to find a suitable replacement. Jorginho's arrival could potentially solve this problem. The team plans to sell Frattesi in the summer window, freeing up some salary space. Although Jorginho is older, his demands should not be too high, and a contract of one plus one year should suffice. Jorginho was outstanding during his time at Chelsea, with top-level passing and organizational abilities in the Premier League. Although his form has dipped, he should still be able to contribute in the slightly slower-paced Serie A league. Inter Milan currently employs a 3-5-2…

Recently, commemorative coins and bills for the Year of the Snake have been very popular domestically. For collectors, they are a beloved item, while for scalpers, they represent an opportunity to make money. In the sports field, there have also been precedents of issuing commemorative coins for certain star athletes, and recently, such news has emerged regarding Cristiano Ronaldo (C罗). Portuguese media recently revealed that the central bank of Portugal is considering issuing a commemorative coin featuring Ronaldo, with a face value of 7.5 euros. However, in the early hours of today, the Portuguese central bank issued a statement clarifying that this news is false. They have no plans to issue any commemorative coins or bills related to Ronaldo. They also stated that the approval authority for the issuance plan lies with the national printing bureau's mint. Although this is false news, for many fans of Ronaldo, the president's status is already great enough, and there is no need to prove it by issuing currency. Currently, the president's focus is still on Saudi Arabia. In a recent interview with the official Saudi League, he revealed that his goal is to help Al-Nassr win the AFC Champions League title. In recent years, the Saudi league has made significant progress, with many international superstars joining. He hopes that in the next five to ten years, Saudi football can continue to develop. However, if Al-Nassr wants to win the championship, they must strengthen their lineup. During the winter transfer window, they also let go of Brazilian forward Talisca. However, for his new coach…

Before the match, everyone knew it would be a thrilling encounter, as both teams boasted world-class players and formidable lineups. However, the final outcome still managed to surprise and captivate all spectators. Al-Hilal emerged victorious at home with a 3-1 win over Al-Gharafa, with Cristiano Ronaldo once again stealing the show with his performance. This match was not only a testament to Ronaldo's individual brilliance but also to the team's collaboration and execution. From the opening whistle to the final whistle, Al-Hilal showcased their prowess through excellent attacking and defensive play, securing a significant victory, especially with Ronaldo's brace, which added an extra layer of excitement to the match. The game took place at Al-Hilal's home ground, where despite Al-Gharafa's equally strong lineup, the most captivating aspect was undoubtedly Ronaldo's display. His two goals, scored through precise headers and a spectacular dribble followed by a powerful shot, sealed the deal for his team. Each goal was a classic, providing immense satisfaction for viewers and causing fans to marvel at Ronaldo's enduring form, which remains on par with that of younger players. The match started with intense action, as both sides engaged in rapid exchanges of attack and defense. However, it was Ronaldo who broke the deadlock in the 30th minute with a header during a corner kick. His precise positioning, agile leap, and the ball's trajectory into Al-Gharafa's net electrified the atmosphere. For Ronaldo, such goals are characteristic of his signature attacking style, relying on his physical prowess and keen sense of timing to always be in the right place…

This season, Arsenal's performance has been relatively average. In the situation where the four-time Premier League champions Manchester City suddenly slumped, Arsenal did not seize the great opportunity to compete for the Premier League title. They have played more rounds in the Premier League but are six points behind the top team Liverpool. The head coach, Arteta, has also recently faced criticism from the outside world. Since taking over Arsenal in December 2019, Arteta has spent more than 700 million pounds on transfers, with stars such as Rice, Thomas, Odegaard, and Jesus becoming core players of Arsenal. However, despite spending such a huge transfer fee, he has only won the English FA Cup championship in his debut season and has not won any other major championships, especially the Premier League title that the team management most hopes to obtain. According to English media reports, Arsenal's management believes that this season is the best opportunity to win the Premier League title. In the past two seasons, Arsenal has been just one step away from the Premier League title, especially last season when they missed the championship by only two points, giving the Arsenal management hope of winning the Premier League title. And this season, Manchester City's sudden drop in form has raised higher expectations for this season from Arsenal's management. They hope to win the coveted Premier League title this season. Undoubtedly, Arteta faces tremendous pressure, and if he still fails to win any titles this season, it will not be impossible for him to be sacked. To this end, Arsenal…

The third round of the King's Cup brought a match with Atletico Madrid visiting Marbella. This season, Atletico Madrid has performed exceptionally well in the league, achieving 12 wins, 5 draws, and 1 loss in 18 league matches. With one less game played, they are only two points behind Real Madrid, ranking second and pushing Barcelona to the back. Since November, Atletico Madrid has entered a crazy winning streak mode, with 12 consecutive victories in various events before this, surging on three fronts, which is incredible. This time, on the King's Cup stage, Atletico Madrid faced the Xijiajia team Marbella. As a result, Atletico Madrid narrowly advanced! In this game, Atletico Madrid lined up in a 442 formation. Griezmann and Alvarez partnered as the double forwards. Gallagher, Barrios, De Paul, and Simeone formed the four midfielders. Havi Garlan, Lenglet, Lenoirman, and Molina started as the four defenders. Musso served as the starting goalkeeper. Atletico Madrid broke through Marbella's goal in the 16th minute. Little Simeone's powerful shot from the right side of the penalty area was blocked by the goalkeeper, and Griezmann fell to the ground for a shot, scoring a close-range rebound. Taking the lead early allowed Atletico Madrid to play more calmly. Four minutes later, Griezmann had another chance, but his long-range shot was too straight, and the goalkeeper easily grabbed the ball. In the 28th minute, Griezmann broke into the right side of the penalty area. Instead of choosing a small-angle shot, he crossed the ball, but Alvaro, who was covering at the door, failed to complete…

The registration dilemma of Olmo has once again turned Barcelona into a laughingstock. On the evening of January 4th, La Liga and the Spanish Football Association jointly announced that they had rejected Olmo's registration. It is reported that Olmo is very angry about this, while Laporta stated that he would appeal. Due to their failure to complete Olmo's registration before January 1st, Barcelona has recently been in a passive position. Although they urgently raised 100 million euros by selling seats at the Camp Nou, their re-application for Olmo's registration was rejected by La Liga and the Football Association. Barcelona is very disappointed with this outcome. It is reported that Laporta is particularly furious. Originally, he was supposed to have a lunch gathering with the opponent club before the King's Cup match and hold a reception. However, upon learning of Olmo's failed registration, he refused to attend these two major events. For Olmo, this result is undoubtedly a disaster. In the next six months, he will be unable to play football. Moreover, according to relevant regulations, he cannot even be called up to the national team. In recent days, Olmo has consistently stated that he will not leave Barcelona and wants to continue playing for them. However, he now faces two difficult choices: 1) Stay with the team, likely to go half a year without playing, wasting precious time; 2) Leave the team, terminate his contract with Barcelona, but he will not receive a penny of salary until 2030. Spanish media outlet AS revealed that Olmo feels that Barcelona deceived him.…

A match in the third round of the King's Cup saw Barcelona face off against Bawastro. Barcelona has fallen behind in the league, trailing Real Madrid by 5 points and Atletico Madrid by 3 points, only able to rank third. It is surprising how quickly Barcelona, which played so well at the beginning of the season, has declined. In the last seven league matches, Barcelona has won only one game, which is quite unbelievable. In the last two games, Barcelona lost both, first to Leganes and then to Atletico Madrid. This time, on the King's Cup stage, Barcelona faced Bawastro, a team from the Xieyi League. This was a must-win game for Barcelona. As a result, Barcelona swept Bawastro and advanced to the next round. In this game, Barcelona lined up in a 4231 formation. Lewandowski led the attack upfront. The attacking trio of Fermin Lopez, Pedri, and Torre worked together. Eric Garcia and De Jong formed the double pivot in midfield. Gerard Martin, Inigo Martinez, Araujo, and Kounde started as the four defenders. Szczesny was the starting goalkeeper. Soon after the start of the game, Barcelona created a threat, with Kounde heading for goal, but unfortunately, he missed. Four minutes later, Lewandowski headed for goal from the middle of the penalty area, also missing. In the 19th minute, Barcelona used a corner kick opportunity to create a chance, with Araujo heading close-range, but the goalkeeper reacted quickly and saved the ball. In the 21st minute, Barcelona finally scored. Araujo received a cross in the penalty area, headed the ball…