Focue Provides the Latest and Most Up-to-Date News, What You Focus On is What You Get.
⎯ 《 Focue • Com 》
Tottenham 2-1 Sheffield United: Player ratings as Spurs seal win with two stoppage-time goals
Tottenham 2-1 Sheffield United: Player ratings as Spurs seal win with two stoppage-time goals
Player ratings and match report from Tottenham 2-1 Sheffield United in the Premier League.
2023-09-17 00:25
Aston Villa leave it late to beat Crystal Palace as Roy Hodgson misses match
Aston Villa leave it late to beat Crystal Palace as Roy Hodgson misses match
Aston Villa scored two stoppage-time goals to complete a late turnaround as they won 3-1 against Crystal Palace, who were without their unwell manager Roy Hodgson. The 76-year-old was taken ill on Saturday morning and did not travel to Villa Park, but looked like he was going to receive the perfect tonic as his side led through Odsonne Edouard’s early second-half goal. But Jhon Duran fired home an exquisite equaliser in the 87th minute and then Douglas Luiz struck from the penalty spot in the eighth minute of added time after the decision had survived a rigorous pitchside monitor check by referee Darren England. Leon Bailey’s goal two minutes later sealed what was a worthy victory for the hosts, who bossed the majority of the game. It was their ninth home league win in a row, which equals their best post-war record as things continue to look up under Unai Emery. Palace did not say how poorly their manager was before the game, but did confirm he would be in touch with first-team coaches Paddy McCarthy and Ray Lewington throughout the encounter. But his mood would not have been improved after the chaotic end to the match where his side conceded three times in 13 minutes. Palace also endured a tough opening, with Villa’s pace and running causing them problems. They did not make it easy for themselves either and Joel Ward presented Ollie Watkins with a golden chance to open the scoring as he misplaced a pass and the Villa striker went clean through on goal but Sam Johnstone produced a good save to rescue his captain. Hodgson would not have enjoyed what he was seeing remotely and it looked like they fell behind in the 34th minute. Moussa Diaby, living on the shoulder of the Palace backline, was superbly picked out by Pau Torres and the France international raced clear and clinically fired home. However, he was marginally ruled offside by VAR and Palace again escaped. There were more sighs of relief soon after as Matty Cash miskicked his shot after good work by Nicolo Zaniolo and then the Poland right-back headed over another good chance. Palace had barely threatened in the first half, but went ahead inside two minutes of the restart. Jean-Philippe Mateta spun Torres on the right and sent in an inviting cross for Edouard to slide past Emiliano Martinez, who had slipped but would have been out of position anyway. It was the 25-year-old striker’s fourth Premier League goal of the season and gave Palace a lead out of nowhere. Palace threatened to build on that advantage and should have gone 2-0 up on the hour-mark but Ward could only divert Joachim Andersen’s header wide of the post from close range. They could have done with that going in as Villa launched an assault in search of an equaliser. Duran fired straight at Johnstone with his first touch after coming on before the hosts came within inches of levelling. Watkins and Bailey both had shots blocked in quick succession and the ball again went to Watkins, and his first-time curling effort hit a post before rebounding off Johnstone and just wide. The breakthrough eventually came three minutes from time as Duran superbly controlled Lucas Digne’s cross on his chest and then lashed in a fierce left-footed shot. Five minutes later they were awarded a penalty when Chris Richards brought down Watkins, with referee England taking nearly three minutes in front of the monitor to decide a foul had been committed after the Palace defender impeded his opponent. Luiz stroked home from 12 yards and then Bailey sealed the win at the end after converting from close range. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live Richarlison ends difficult week by inspiring dramatic comeback win for Tottenham Late Bernardo Silva and Erling Haaland goals keep Manchester City top Manchester United’s challenging fortnight ends with home defeat to Brighton
2023-09-17 00:25
Man United fans jeer as Rasmus Hojlund is substituted by Erik ten Hag in game against Brighton
Man United fans jeer as Rasmus Hojlund is substituted by Erik ten Hag in game against Brighton
Loud jeers rang around Old Trafford as Manchester United fans reacted to Erik ten Hag’s decision to take off new signing Rasmus Hojlund with the team trailing 2-0 to Brighton at the time
2023-09-16 23:44
EU scrambles to address Italy island migrant surge
EU scrambles to address Italy island migrant surge
The EU said Saturday that its top official Ursula von der Leyen would visit the Italian island of Lampedusa, as Rome called on Brussels for help after...
2023-09-16 21:23
Hundreds protest against the Malaysian government after deputy premier's graft charges were dropped
Hundreds protest against the Malaysian government after deputy premier's graft charges were dropped
Hundreds of people rallying in the Malaysian capital have ended their protest peacefully after several hours, despite police saying the gathering was unlawful
2023-09-16 20:42
Will Lionel Messi play for Inter Miami against Atlanta United?
Will Lionel Messi play for Inter Miami against Atlanta United?
An explanation as to whether Lionel Messi will play for Inter Miami against Atlanta United after picking up a suspected injury while on international duty with Argentina.
2023-09-16 20:30
Fiji banking on Tuisova 'power' to beat Australia
Fiji banking on Tuisova 'power' to beat Australia
Fiji are banking on the bullocking power-running of centre Josua Tuisova to keep their Rugby World Cup hopes alive against Australia, assistant coach...
2023-09-16 20:05
Body found in search for UK fighter Daniel Burke in Ukraine, say police
Body found in search for UK fighter Daniel Burke in Ukraine, say police
Daniel Burke, from Manchester, had been fighting for Ukraine in the war against Russia since 2022.
2023-09-16 19:59
How tall is Aaron Rodgers? NFL star's delayed growth spurt nearly made him quit football
How tall is Aaron Rodgers? NFL star's delayed growth spurt nearly made him quit football
Despite having impressive passing records for his high school football team, Aaron Rodgers faced several college rejections due to his height
2023-09-16 17:23
Olivia Dunne was in 'disbelief' after being named Sports Illustrated cover girl: 'It was surreal'
Olivia Dunne was in 'disbelief' after being named Sports Illustrated cover girl: 'It was surreal'
When Livvy Dunne shared her immense excitement and joy on being named the SI Swimsuit cover girl
2023-09-16 17:04
'The Killing Kind' interrogates coercive control and abuse. But are these portrayals helpful?
'The Killing Kind' interrogates coercive control and abuse. But are these portrayals helpful?
The true crime genre may have captivated us all with grisly podcasts and shocking documentaries,
2023-09-16 17:00
Rain reaches New England, Atlantic Canada as Hurricane Lee pushes north
Rain reaches New England, Atlantic Canada as Hurricane Lee pushes north
As rainfall arrives to coastal Massachusetts and Maine on Saturday, Hurricane Lee also threatens to bring damaging winds to parts of southeastern New England and Atlantic Canada.
2023-09-16 14:55
«229230231232»