In the 19th round of the Premier League, Arsenal faced Brentford away from home. Although they conceded the first goal, Arsenal managed to turn the game around with goals from Jesus, Merino, and Martinelli, securing a 3-1 victory. This winning streak of three matches has propelled Arsenal back to second place in the league. They are currently six points behind Liverpool, having played one more game. For Arteta's team to compete for the title, they must continue to win while hoping that Liverpool makes mistakes in their upcoming matches. From the content and process of the game, Arsenal's advantage was quite evident. Although both teams had an equal share of possession, Arsenal's ability to create chances was significantly stronger. They had 14 shots on goal, scoring three times, while Brentford only managed five shots. This reflects the true gap in strength between the two sides. Despite not having a complete squad, Arteta's team still possesses competitive power in the Premier League, with a broader selection of players than Frank's. Compared to their recent performance, Arsenal's ability to create and seize opportunities has improved since the return of Odegaard and Jesus. Currently, although there is still room for improvement in breaking through tight defenses, the team has shown progress. Jesus has scored six goals in his last four games, maintaining his form and dispelling doubts about his abilities. However, if Arsenal wants to go further, signing a true number 9 player could bring about a significant change for the team. In recent matches, the standout player has been Thomas, the 31-year-old…

On December 31st, the Premier League witnessed an unexpected upset as Chelsea suffered a 0-2 defeat at the hands of Ipswich Town in an away match. The result was hard to believe, as no one could have anticipated that this Chelsea team, with a value close to 1 billion euros, would be defeated by a mid-table team like Ipswich. The game started with Chelsea seemingly in high spirits, but their offense failed to pose the expected threat. Instead, it was Ipswich who took the initiative, with Chelsea goalkeeper Jorgensen committing a foul in the penalty area in the 12th minute. Ipswich's Drapp calmly converted the resulting penalty, putting Chelsea behind early on. At that moment, no one could have predicted how the game would unfold. Looking at Chelsea's expensive lineup, with star players like Nkunku, Felix, and Palmer, one would expect them to deliver some impressive performances. However, it was Ipswich who took the lead instead. Despite having a host of attacking players, Chelsea's offensive play only looked threatening on the surface. What threats could they create? It was just average. In the 21st minute, Palmer's shot hit the post, and Nkunku's follow-up shot was saved by Ipswich goalkeeper Walton. Chelsea had several chances to equalize, but they always fell short. Then, Felix's goal was ruled offside, and Kaisedo's long-range shot went just over the bar. So many opportunities were wasted without scoring a single goal, no wonder the fans were getting restless. The turning point of the game came in the second half. In the 53rd minute, Chelsea defender…

In recent times, Jesus' performance has been quite outstanding, not inferior to the likes of Isak and Salah during the same period, and even stronger than Haaland. In the last four games, the Brazilian striker has scored six goals for Arsenal. However, according to former Arsenal midfielder Petit, Jesus and Martinelli are not doing enough. "Martinelli almost entered the first team at the same time as Saka but has made no progress. Jesus has been performing well recently, but he is not doing enough. Some of Arsenal's current players are not good enough to help the team compete for the championship." With one more game played and six points behind, Arsenal is not without hope, but they need Liverpool to falter while not faltering themselves. During the winter transfer window, Arsenal's owner will continue to give Arteta full support, and this time, they may really buy a powerful center forward. According to journalist Rudy Galetti, Arsenal has identified the 24-year-old Serbian center forward Vlahovic as their top target for the winter window. In the 2020-21 season, Vlahovic scored 21 goals in Serie A for Fiorentina. In January 2022, Juventus spent 83.5 million euros to bring in Vlahovic. According to Italian legendary center forward Vieri, Vlahovic is second only to Haaland among center forwards born after 2000. However, at Juventus, Vlahovic has made little progress, which is also related to the coach's tactics. Motta is not satisfied with him and prefers his old guard from Bologna, the Dutch center forward Zirkzee, who has been like a "dud" at Manchester United this…

Recently, reports from multiple media outlets suggest that Arsenal has shown a strong interest in RB Leipzig's forward, Benjamin Sesko. The Slovenian rising star has become a sought-after target for many top European clubs due to his impressive performances and immense potential. However, securing the young striker will likely come at a significant cost for Arsenal. According to Todo Fichajes, Leipzig is firm in their stance regarding Sesko's transfer, refusing to let go of the star player for less than €70 million. This figure is substantial for any club, especially for Arsenal, which has been relatively cautious in the transfer market in recent years. Nonetheless, considering Sesko's abilities and potential, the transfer fee may not be excessive. Sesko's appeal largely stems from his extraordinary football talent. As Leipzig's forward, he has made a remarkable impact in the Bundesliga, impressing with his lightning speed, technical prowess, and excellent shooting and positioning skills. Such a player is highly coveted by any team aiming for titles. Arsenal's interest in Sesko is not unfounded. In recent years, the Gunners have struggled with inconsistency in their attacking play, particularly lacking a consistent goal-scoring leader at the center-forward position. Consequently, finding a reliable and outstanding center-forward has become Arsenal's primary objective in the transfer market. Sesko's style complements Arsenal's existing tactical system. He is tall and robust, with outstanding physical attributes that allow him to dominate in physical battles. Additionally, his technical finesse and solid footwork enable him to exert significant influence in fast-paced attacks. For Arsenal, such a player is an ideal addition, enhancing offensive…

In the fierce competition of the Premier League, Arsenal, as a traditional powerhouse, has always been carrying the infinite expectations of fans. However, Arsenal's performance on the leaderboard this season has been disappointing, once lagging behind competitors like Liverpool. French football legend Petit, in an interview, conducted a profound analysis of Arsenal's current situation and pointed out that two rising stars in the team - Jesus and Martinelli - have not performed well in key moments. So, why is Arsenal's road to the championship so difficult? Are these two rising stars really unable to carry the flag of the team? Seasonal Turmoil and Mistakes Arsenal's performance at the beginning of this season was indeed worrying. Petit pointed out that the team appeared too nervous in the games, making many foolish mistakes, and even being easily sent off in some key matches, resulting in a heavy price in terms of points. These mistakes not only reflect the instability of the players' mentality but also expose the team's shortcomings in tactical execution and player coordination. Looking back at Arsenal's games at the beginning of this season, it is not difficult to find that the team's defensive performance was particularly poor. For example, when facing opponents with not-so-prominent strength, Arsenal often lost goals due to defensive negligence, leading to unsatisfactory game results. These defensive errors not only disappointed the fans but also caused the team's ranking on the leaderboard to plummet. Impact of Core Players' Absence When Odegaard and Saka, the two best players in Arsenal's squad, were absent due to injury, the…

In the fiery green battleground of La Liga, the clash between Real Madrid and Sevilla is a visual feast of passion and skill intertwined. As the opening whistle blows, Real Madrid emerges like a ferocious tiger out of the mountains, with fierce attacks. In the 10th minute, Rodrigo moves as agile as a cunning rabbit, weaving through the defense before making a clever pass. Mbappe, understanding perfectly, unleashes a powerful shot that flies like a cannonball into the bottom right corner of the goal. Real Madrid takes the lead 1-0, and the Bernabeu erupts in celebration, the waves of cheers almost lifting the roof off the stadium. Real Madrid scores again through a lightning-fast counterattack. Valverde receives the ball on the edge of the penalty area and without hesitation, unleashes a shot that streaks like a meteor across the moon, grazing the underside of the crossbar and into the net. Fernandez can only watch in awe as the score becomes 2-0. The game takes another turn when Rodrigo, like an artist on the field, makes a slight adjustment after receiving the ball outside the box and unleashes a stunning world-class goal. The ball flies like a guided missile into the top corner, putting Real Madrid ahead 3-0. In the 35th minute, Sevilla's Romero shines, connecting with a precise cross from the flank and leaping high to head the ball into the net, making it 1-3! Real Madrid then scores again through a team effort, with Diaz pushing the ball into the net for a 4-1 lead. At a crucial moment,…

1 - Milan's new coach wants to buy new players to support himself According to All-Juventus, Conceicao has requested that Milan loan in Chiesa or Zirkzee. After taking office, Conceicao has made some transfer requests to Milan. He specifically requested to loan Xiao Chiesa from Liverpool or Zirkzee from Manchester United, who failed to establish himself and may be destined to return to Serie A. Zirkzee left a good memory during his time at Bologna. His goal-scoring ability can be utilized by Milan in the second half of the season, and San Siro could be his ideal stage. 2 - Milan has a great chance to buy Okolo According to sports journalist Skira, AC Milan hopes to sign Venice attacker Okolo. Skira wrote on social media, "AC Milan has started negotiations with Venice to try to sign Okolo for Milan's future team (AC Milan B team). Milan has offered a loan plus purchase option. Venice requires a direct sale of this young attacker for a fee of 1.2 million to 1.5 million euros." Okolo was born in Italy on March 26, 2005, plays as a left winger, and can also play as a center forward. He comes from the Venice youth training system and is currently on loan to Pesaro (competing in Serie C B like Milan's future team), where he has played 18 games in all competitions this season, scoring 4 goals and providing 2 assists. 3 - Little Inzaghi talks about Conceicao's issue "It's a pity that we coaches are always judged. I feel sorry for Fonseca because…

Recently, the transfer activities of Shandong Taishan team have attracted attention, especially the Serie A midfielder Gracy, who is somewhat similar to the former Brazilian foreign aid Moises, has suddenly been rumored to possibly join Taishan team. Now everyone is guessing, how true is this news? Let's take a look at what kind of person Gracy is and whether he can shoulder the burden of Taishan team's midfield. Gracy is currently the midfielder of Empoli in Serie A, and he is not young, 29 years old. You see, his technical characteristics are somewhat similar to Moises, capable of both attack and defense, and the transition between attack and defense is quick, basically a versatile player. Like the current midfield players of Taishan team with imbalanced attack and defense, he can well make up for it. Many fans of Taishan team hope that he can join, and Taishan team really lacks an organizational core like Moises recently. The problem comes, although Gracy's technology is very suitable, but his price is a bit high, according to the data of German transfer market, Gracy's price is about 1.8 million euros. To be honest, this price is definitely not a small amount for Taishan team, it can even be said to exceed their budget. Everyone thinks about it, before Taishan team spent only about 850,000 euros when introducing Crescencio. Looking at these years, Taishan team's investment in recruitment has basically not exceeded 1 million euros, it can be said that their recruitment budget is relatively tight. So calculated, the price of 1.8 million euros…

Real Madrid has as many as three superstars worth up to 180 million this season, with English star Bellingham and French captain Mbappe both valued at 180 million euros (according to Transfermarkt). Vinicius Jr., who recently won the FIFA World Footballer of the Year award, is even more valuable at 200 million euros. It is this 2024 FIFA World Footballer of the Year award that will change the annual salary of some stars in the Galaxy Battleship. Mbappe joined the team for free from Paris Saint-Germain this summer, earning a hefty signing fee and becoming the highest-paid player in the team with an annual salary of 15 million euros. However, this situation is set to change soon. According to recent reports from Spanish media outlet AS, Brazilian star Vinicius Jr. will surpass Mbappe to become the highest-paid player in the team. Vinicius last renewed his contract with Real Madrid in October 2023, but the renewal was actually successful as early as 2022, with the announcement being delayed by a year. The two parties signed a five-year contract with a total post-tax salary of 75 million euros, which translates to an annual salary of 15 million euros. This originally put him on par with newly joined Mbappe as the top earner in the team. However, during negotiations for the contract renewal, Vinicius' agent, Pena, included clauses for bonuses if he were to win the Ballon d'Or or the FIFA World Footballer of the Year (5 million euros per year). With Vinicius winning the 2024 FIFA World Footballer of the Year, this…

The issue of selecting a head coach at the start of Milan's season has been a hindrance to their development, and the poor results produced by new coach Fonseca have led to significant dissatisfaction among the upper management. After an intense conflict, he was forced to step down, causing Milan to suffer a setback. Initially, they considered inviting Conceicao to coach, but he did not want to come, which led to some reservations from the Milan management, giving Fonseca the opportunity. However, the problem is that he proved to be unreliable and did not fulfill the trust placed in him. Subsequently, Milan invited their old acquaintance Conceicao again, and this time he did not reject Milan, accepting the offer and becoming the new owner of San Siro. Conceicao's agent Mendes had multiple conversations with Milan owner Cardinale, laying the foundation for their cooperation. It is reported that Conceicao sent a positive signal to Milan, wanting to make up for his regret of not coming to San Siro in the past. The Milan owner was also speechless, but this summer, Milan ultimately made a big mistake by choosing to hire Fonseca. According to Conceicao himself, after joining Milan, he will manage strictly, which has led many media outlets to question him. It should be noted that the main problem with Theo and Leo at Milan is their disobedience. If Conceicao is even stricter than Fonseca, it is unknown how they will consider this issue. According to reports from journalists, he shouted loudly during his first training session at Milan, showing great…