After two tumultuous seasons, Chelsea has finally regained its confidence under new coach Maresca and even had a glimpse of hope in the Premier League title race. However, over the past three rounds, Chelsea has encountered setbacks, drawing with Everton and losing consecutively to Fulham and Ipswich, falling 10 points behind league leader Liverpool, effectively ending their title challenge. Chelsea has no time to mourn, as they face Crystal Palace this weekend in the 20th round of the Premier League, away from home. Crystal Palace is only five points above the relegation zone, facing significant pressure to avoid relegation. In the last 15 encounters between the two sides, Chelsea has maintained an unbeaten record with 14 wins and one draw, which is why fans generally favor the Blues to win. In this match, Palmer scored early, but Chelsea wasted several opportunities, allowing Mateta to equalize in the 82nd minute, resulting in a 1-1 draw, marking Chelsea's fourth consecutive winless game. Maresca continued with the 4231 formation for this game, with Jackson as the lone striker, Palmer supporting from behind, Sancho and Neto on the wings, and Enzo and Kessie, both worth 100 million, forming the midfield barrier. The defense was composed of Cucurella, Colwill, Gusto, and the 18-year-old Achanpong, with Sanchez guarding the goal. After the game started, Chelsea quickly took control and broke the deadlock soon after. In the 14th minute, Colwill passed from the back, Sancho turned elegantly to dribble through, sent a low cross from the left, and Palmer followed up to push the ball into the…

On the evening of January 4th to the early hours of January 5th, Beijing time, the 20th round of the Premier League continued, with Tottenham, Manchester City, and Chelsea, three major clubs, taking the stage. Tottenham Hotspur 1-2 Newcastle United In the last 7 league matches, Tottenham has only managed one victory, which was against the bottom-placed Southampton. In their last 5 home league games, Tottenham conceded a staggering 15 goals, struggling to secure a single win. Postecoglou's position as manager is once again under threat. Tottenham has fallen to the lower half of the table, ranking only 11th, just two points ahead of Manchester United. Newcastle United, on the other hand, has been soaring thanks to the efficient performance of Isak. They have won all four of their recent league matches without conceding a single goal. The Magpies have quietly climbed to fifth place in the standings, surpassing Manchester City. Unlike previous matches, Son Heung-min was placed on the bench. Just four minutes into the game, Brennan Johnson played the ball back to Porro on the right flank, who then crossed it directly. Solanke headed the ball powerfully into the net, giving Tottenham a dream start. However, before the Tottenham fans could even celebrate, Newcastle equalized the score. This goal was highly controversial as Beriwahl's pass from the back hit Joelinton's hand, causing a deflection. Following this, Guimaraes provided an assist, and Gordon scored, with the referee ruling the goal valid. In the 38th minute, Tonali passed the ball to the right flank, where Murphy made a low cross.…

On the morning of January 5th, Beijing time, a match in the 20th round of the Premier League was held, with Manchester City hosting West Ham United at home. In the first half, Manchester City unleashed their firepower, with Savigno assisting Haaland to score and also causing Cao Far to score an own goal; in the second half, Savigno assisted Haaland again to score, Foden expanded the lead, and Firkruge pulled one back. Ultimately, Manchester City defeated West Ham United 4-1, achieving their first two consecutive victories in over two months. In the past two months, Manchester City's performance has been poor, with 2 wins, 3 draws, and 9 losses in 14 matches across all competitions, especially in the Premier League where they have 2 wins, 1 draw, and 6 losses in 9 rounds, causing their ranking to plummet. Not only were they surpassed by more than ten points by Liverpool, but they also fell out of the top five, making it impossible for them to defend their title this season. In the previous round, Manchester City won 2-0 away against Leicester City, ending their streak of five winless matches. This round, they returned home to face West Ham United, who suffered a 0-5 defeat at home to Liverpool in the previous round. After the game started, Manchester City's defense faced frequent dangers as West Ham United launched fierce attacks. In the 7th minute, West Ham United broke through Manchester City's left flank, with Kudus shooting inside the penalty area and hitting the side netting. Then in the 8th minute,…

Manchester City has recently been in a dire situation, losing matches left and right since the past few months. They can't even defeat relegation-threatened teams, causing Pep Guardiola to be constantly worried and frustrated, and the fans are so angry they want to swear. This once-mighty club now seems like a pile of mud, unable to get up. Kyle Walker used to be fast and tough in defense, but now he's just like an old man, strolling around on the field. When opponents speed up, they leave him three meters behind, making people anxious. His condition is getting worse day by day. Bayern Munich wanted to sign him last season, but Guardiola insisted on keeping him. Now, this decision seems to have backfired. Every time Walker steps onto the field, it's like a ticking time bomb, ready to cause an own goal for the team at any moment. This veteran is now struggling with basic defense. When opponents make a slight move, he can't keep up with the rhythm. The clean tackles he used to make are gone, replaced by various pulling and tugging fouls. Fans are furious at his performance, with constant criticism on social media, demanding that he be sold as soon as possible. This state is indeed untenable, and he is becoming less and less helpful to the team. Walker is now just a decoration, barely able to serve as a substitute. Every time he plays, it's a disaster. There are countless defensive lapses, and offensively, he can't even make a decent cross. His salary is not…

Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho was once a key player in the team's youth training and Ten Hag's absolute mainstay. However, since Ruben Amorim took office, he has rarely been able to start. He was even excluded from the squad for last month's derby victory over Manchester City, with reports suggesting that the real reason was his disagreement with the head coach and ignoring his requirements. After the Manchester derby, Amorim told the British media that Garnacho and Rashford were excluded because they did not meet his standards in many aspects, including their choice of attire, interaction with teammates, and of course, their performance on the pitch. Garnacho returned to the bench in subsequent games but did not start. The Daily Mail explained that Garnacho lost his place after ignoring tactical instructions from the coach before the Europa League match against Manchester City. It was reported that during the Europa League match against Viktoria Plzen, Amorim issued instructions from the technical area, but Garnacho ignored him and walked away. Liverpool legend Graeme Souness mocked Manchester United, saying that the dressing room is now filled with disrespectful "vipers," and the players always fail to stay calm, needing to find some real men. The 20-year-old Garnacho denied disrespecting the coach, with his agent claiming it was a misunderstanding. Manchester United officials declined to comment, with insiders stressing that there was no conflict between Amorim and Garnacho. Garnacho improved his attitude and was given another chance to play. He listened more attentively when the coach arranged tactics before his appearance. However, Manchester United…

For Manchester City, after the glory of winning the Premier League four times in a row last season, the team's state has taken a big nosedive this season. The main reason is Rodri's serious injury and the aging of the main lineup. Even a coach as strong as Pep Guardiola cannot stop the continuous decline of Manchester City. In the last 14 matches in various competitions, Manchester City only won 2 games and lost 9 of them, with all-round collapses in various records, making Manchester City fans very worried. However, with the opening of the winter transfer window, Manchester City has ushered in a great opportunity to make up for loopholes. In the current squad of Manchester City, there are as many as 9 players aged 30 or above, including De Bruyne at the age of 33. After recovering from injuries this season, his form has declined, lacking the style of being the world's best midfielder during his peak period, leaving only frequent mistakes and struggling steps. De Bruyne's contract expires this summer, and Manchester City has not yet negotiated a renewal contract with him. Judging from Manchester City's current performance, it is highly likely that De Bruyne will leave the team this summer. It is reported that multiple teams from Saudi Arabia and the MLS are interested in introducing De Bruyne. Since Gundogan returned to Manchester City from Barcelona, his state has been average, scoring only 2 goals and 1 assist in 24 appearances in various events. Gundogan's contract also expires this summer, and the probability of him continuing…

Liverpool is gradually improving, leaving only Manchester United in a sorry state, with Manchester City showing zero tolerance. Guardiola wakes up to the mainstream trend of the Premier League!‌ Abstract: Beijing time on Monday morning, ushering in the first leg of the double red meeting this season; browsing various predictions and revelations, tend to support Liverpool's home victory, stable occupation of a great advantage; This article stands in the perspective of the intricate interpersonal and resource relations of the Premier League alliance, comparing Klopp V Guardiola and Sloot V Amorim. It is necessary to be highly vigilant against the so-called hot and easy to fall! The city derby Amorim is in high spirits. How will this double red meeting perform? At Beijing time on Monday morning, we are about to usher in the first leg of the double red meeting this season; Looking at the predictions of major platforms in the past two days, they almost stand on the side of the home team Liverpool, and even firmly believe that Manchester United will lose its face and no longer see its loyal supporters; Of course, there are also a few stubborn cold snap parties who try their best to promote "Amorim is a big scene man, or unexpectedly defeat Sloot" and so on! Roughly summarize the focus of the dispute between the two sides, which actually focuses on the probability distribution, nothing more than the result of the game falls on the high or low end; It seems to respect reality, but deliberately ignores objective laws. What does it mean?…

Manchester City's 5-0 Victory Over West Ham Sets a 9-Year Record, with Pep Guardiola Eyeing a 26-Year-Old Winger in the Winter Transfer Window Introduction Network: The English Premier League continues to be exciting as we enter 2025. The first match of the new year will kick off at 23:00 Beijing time on January 4th. Manchester City will face West Ham United at home in an intense battle, providing a great opportunity for City to demonstrate their strong comeback and consecutive victories. The match will be broadcast live throughout by CCTV5, and fans are eagerly anticipating this game. Manchester City has experienced its lowest point in nearly a decade, even a powerful coach like Pep Guardiola was once helpless. The team was mired in consecutive defeats, with embarrassing records piling up, and the defense faced unprecedented challenges. However, at the beginning of this season, City continued their stable performance from last season, remaining unbeaten for 13 matches and securing the top spot. But then their form dipped, causing the team's ranking to slip, and they are now fighting for a Champions League qualification. In the previous Premier League match, Manchester City won 2-0 away against Leicester City, ending their embarrassing streak of eight winless away games. This victory boosted City's morale, with Haaland breaking his goal drought and Savigno contributing, as the team gradually found their rhythm. Pep Guardiola is facing a moment of potential resurgence, and the opponents he faces at this time are mostly weaker teams, so the pressure on City is relatively less. West Ham United's performance has…

Manchester City is looking to strengthen their squad during the winter transfer window, which is no longer a secret within the industry. Pep Guardiola aims to bring in a defensive midfielder to compensate for the absence of Rodri. It has been reported that Guardiola has identified a suitable candidate in the Premier League, Brighton's 20-year-old midfielder, Balaba. In the last Premier League match, Manchester City secured a 2-0 victory away against Leicester City. Although the team has not yet returned to its best form, this win brought great joy to Guardiola. What made him even happier was the arrival of the January transfer window, as it finally allowed him to make new signings. Since Rodri's ACL injury and subsequent absence, the team has been struggling to piece together a starting lineup. Without the Ballon d'Or winner, Manchester City's performance has significantly declined. Guardiola hopes to reinforce the midfield in January and has already pinpointed a young Premier League midfielder as his transfer target. According to Spanish media outlet fichajes, under Guardiola's leadership, Manchester City has set its sights on Carlos Balaba, the Cameroonian prodigy currently playing for Brighton. The 20-year-old Balaba has become one of the most eye-catching players in the Premier League, successfully attracting the interest of Manchester City. Balaba joined Brighton from Lille Airport in August 2023 and has continued to improve in his performances. This season, he has played over 1000 minutes, participating in 17 matches across various competitions, contributing 3 goals and 2 assists. His experience in the Premier League makes him an ideal target for…

Argentina's men's football team has been one of the most successful national teams in recent years, winning the World Cup, two Copa Americas, and the South American-European Super Cup. With their outstanding achievements, Argentine players have become highly sought after. Even though Messi has retired from European leagues, his Argentine successors, such as Alvarez, Enzo, McAllister, and De Paul, have shone brightly in European leagues. With the winter transfer window open, more Argentine players are making their way to European leagues. Congratulations to the Argentina team! Two frontline stars have landed in Europe: a 19-year-old genius reinforcing Manchester City, and Lyon adding strong support. Manchester City had already secured the signing of Argentine player Echeverri from River Plate last year, with the player joining City in January this year for a transfer fee of 18.5 million euros. According to reports from Romano, Echeverri's arrival at City has been delayed, and the club has agreed to let him participate in the upcoming U20 Copa America. He is expected to start playing for City in February. Echeverri, standing at 1.7 meters tall, is known for his free-roaming forward play and core playstyle. He is capable of dribbling, passing, and shooting, earning him the nickname "New Messi." In the U17 World Cup held in 2023, Echeverri scored five goals, helping the Argentine team reach the semi-finals. His current market value is 18 million euros. City's performance this season has been poor, and they need Echeverri to provide additional firepower. On January 3rd, according to reports from French newspaper L'Équipe, Argentine player Almada, who…