Al Riffa won the title in Bahrain last season with a couple of games remaining to be played in the league, and they are in excellent form at this moment as well despite drawing a few days ago at home 2-2 with city rivals East Riffa in the King's Cup it was just the first leg as there will be a return leg and they have what it takes to qualify further from there, while in the league in their last game they demolished Al-Hala with no less than 5-0 at home as they are aiming once more to win the title. Rumours of angered players forced to arrange high-intensity, secret training sessions behind Ancelotti's back spread like wildfire. Supposed quotes from players criticising the Italian's relaxed methods were vehemently denied but, according to what club president Uli Hoeness told Radio FFH after sacking the manager, Ancelotti had turned five important players against him. As Ancelotti explained in an interview with Kicker: "I'm not a coach, who kills his players in training. The hosts have major issues up front, with the goals drying up for them at home. While Swansea have scored 11 goals in nine home matches, they’ve hit only three across their last six. The Welsh side create plenty of chances here, but they are too wasteful. They’ve converted just 8% of their attempts at home, while Fulham on the road have conceded just 7% of the shots they’ve faced. Lawro's prediction: 2-1Hugh's prediction: 2-2Matthew's prediction: 2-1 Aston Villa v Man City (16:30 GMT)I said a little while back that I thought Manchester City have got their mojo back, and they showed it with their Carabao Cup win over Manchester United. Probably because of how good Liverpool have been, Kevin de Bruyne has not really had the acclaim that he should have. He has been absolutely fabulous in the City midfield. Abha played 6 games at home so far this season from which 5 games in the first league level in this country and have a record of 4-2-0 at home so far so they are yet to taste defeat at home and have scored in all those home games, just that the guests have been a top team in Saudi Arabia last season and if I am not mistaken they won the cup in this country last season and want to keep their trophy and progress forward. While the home side remain in the chase for the top six, but there are signs that they are running out of steam. the Swans have had massive problems in front of their own fans, having lost three of their last four at home ahead of this meeting with Fulham. Their playoff push is now relying on their strong away record, but will their form at the Liberty haunt them here? However, Fulham were pre-season contenders for the top flight, while Swansea are a surprise package in the promotion race. There’s certainly a gulf in ability and squad depth despite their similar positions. Will those two vital factors tell following a busy week for both sides? The end of 2019 is almost upon us, and what a year in football it has been. Manchester City won the Premier League title for a second consecutive year, Liverpool became European and world champions and Jamie Vardy turned into Benjamin Button to produce one of his most prolific 12 months of his career. So, as this time is usually a period to reflect upon the good and the bad of the year gone by, we here at BBC Sport consider some alternative football awards. Next up, Wolves visit Jurgen Klopp's league leaders on Sunday while City host Sheffield United. A dejected Raheem Sterling of Manchester City reacts during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Manchester City at Molineux on December 27, 2019 in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom. Getty Images TALKING POINT No ton and no title for Pep, but VAR rears its ugly head again. That poor run from the Swans should cost them in this clash. The Cottagers have found their feet in recent weeks, with three straight wins behind them in the league. They’ve managed to climb into the mix for the playoffs as a result, but that’s all we really expected from a side as talented as Fulham’s. The visitors come here with a strong side and that makes them worthy favourites. The hosts are one of the most defensive minded teams in Egypt, they defend at home even against weak opponents for example Wadi Degla who had really poor results in this start of the season came here and dominated the game from start to finish even missing a penalty kick just before half-time while in the second half they got a well deserved goal and won the games with odds on the away win being 4.00 in that fixture, as Arab simply can not dominate games with their tactics. Queens Park Rangers against Nottingham Forest here, meeting of the EFL English soccer championship which is played tomorrow night at 8.45pm. Favorite hosts for the victory of the match come from a 2-1 away defeat by Fulham while the hosts are back from an external draw with white nets against Bristol City. The Nottingham has not lost for 4 matches and played well in all of them and the hosts do not win by 5 so I expect a very balanced match that could even end in a draw; let's try a sign 2 AH +0.25 and Good Luck to all of you! Swansea City vs Fulham predictions for this meeting in the Championship on Friday. Can the Cottagers add to Swansea's misery at home of late? Read on for our free Championship predictions and betting tips. The 31-year-old Spaniard suffered the injury to his right thigh and had to be substituted before halftime. Javi will be unavailable for at least six weeks, it's a major muscle injury. It's very bitter," Flick told reporters. Bayern added in a statement https://fcbayern. Martinez will miss their Jan. Doha and is a doubt for the clash at Hertha Berlin next month when the Bundesliga restarts following the winter break. By beating three German clubs, including Bayern Munich, on their way to the 2014 Champions League final, Ancelotti changed attitudes, renewed confidence and bettered his players to create the La Decima-winning side. It is no wonder his set of 'Galacticos' burst into his news conference after the win to sing "Como no te voy a querer" (How am I not going to love you) to him. It was a song Bayern Munich's players were probably never going to sing upon his move in 2016, and his reputation as the great man-manager took a hit in Germany. After a busy midweek schedule, the Championship returns on Saturday with a huge clash in the playoff chase. Both Swansea and Fulham sat in the top five after their midweek results, but the pair go head to head this week in search of vital points towards their push for the Premier League. It was always going to be difficult to take over from Pep Guardiola at Bayern. The Spaniard had won over his squad and created arguably the most beautiful football ever witnessed in the Bundesliga. Ancelotti, the pragmatist, may have finally won a league title again, but he lost the battle with the players. At Napoli in 2018, Ancelotti was expected to take the club that had challenged Juventus so closely for the title that one step further. It was a tough ask. Napoli operated on a smaller budget and were overachieving in terms of results. With players nearing the end of their contracts and looking for gratitude, there was a limit to what could be managed. Struggling to convert the many chances they created, Napoli were suffering - but when president Aurelio de Laurentiis ordered the players to attend a week-long training camp after they slipped 211 points behind Juve, he effectively broke them. We are in the semi final of the Carabao Cup and the teams that are playing against each other are the 2 Manchester; Manchester United host this match against Manchester City. This match is played at Old Trafford. Going to the game, eighth placed Tottenham have managed 20 points and Burnley, who are 12th on the standings have 18 points. Both sides are coming from defeats to Manchester teams; Burnley fell at home 4-1 to Manchester City and Spurs lost 2-1 away to Manchester United. The loss to Manchester United was the first in Jose Mourinho’s era as Spurs manager and it brought to an end a three-match winning run. The club's worst result in its 134-year existence equalled the biggest thumping in Premier League history and left Saints mired in the relegation places. Prior to the November international break, Southampton had taken just eight points from their opening 12 fixtures. Fast forward to 2020 and only runaway Premier League leaders Liverpool - having made the best ever start to a Premier League campaign - and reigning champions Manchester City stand above Hasenhuttl's revitalised side in the form table over the past 10 games. A motivator more than an astute tactician. United are great on the break. Therefore, the set-up of teams of the calibre of Manchester City or Liverpool suit United. These sides aim to dominate territory and possession, leaving them open to teams on the break. However, against lesser teams who sit back, United struggle - bar breaking at speed, United have no tactical plan. Not only did he go over Ancelotti's head and interfere with team affairs, but the president then went on to fine the players for not abiding by his rules. While Ancelotti has a history of working with tough presidents, they have largely trusted his work. As soon as they have interfered, Ancelotti and his teams have suffered. At Real Madrid, he effectively blamed his substitution of Gareth Bale in a game for his eventual sacking, admitting it led to a huge row with president Florentino Perez, while De Laurentiis's interference with coaching matters largely created the disharmony that overwhelmed Napoli. How To Watch Manchester City vs Fulham When: Sunday at 04:59 p.m. ET Where: Etihad Stadium TV: CBS Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free) Follow: Eurosport Ticket Cost: $149.00 Odds The Manchester City are a -point favorite against the Fulham, according to the latest England. FA Cup odds. The line on this game has moved quite a bit since it opened, as it started out with the Fulham as a 8-point favorite. Over/Under: 49 See England. FA Cup picks for every single game, including this one, from SportsLine's advanced computer model. Get picks now. If I didn't, I would not be re-signing. Liverpool lost only one game in the Premier League last season as they amassed 97 points but missed out on the title by a point to Manchester City. This time around, they are unbeaten in the league - having won 15 and drawn one of their 16 games - and hold an eight-point lead over second-placed Leicester City and a 14-point advantage over Manchester City. The Reds host Watford on Saturday at 12:30 GMT before their main squad head off to Qatar to play in the Fifa Club World Cup. Since Rodgers replaced Claude Puel in February, no other team outside of Liverpool and City have amassed as many points. FULL STORY 13:30 - Dyche hopeful on Taylor Burnley's injury problems mounted on Monday as defender Charlie Taylor could be ruled out of the Premier League match against champions Manchester City on Tuesday with a hamstring strain, although manager Sean Dyche is hopeful it is not too serious. The hosts have pulled away from the relegation zone at this moment thanks to winning several games in a row at home and also a recent success for them on the road as well, it was a 3-2 win for them but they had the lead 3-0 I do not quite remember the name of the opponent I think it was Bursaspor, and striker Romanian, Rusescu has been scoring goals from the club been signed from FCSB a couple of months ago he is very good for this league level despite his advancing age.
Al Riffa won the title in Bahrain last season with a couple of games remaining to be played in the league, and they are in excellent form at this moment as well despite drawing a few days ago at home 2-2 with city rivals East Riffa in the King's Cup it was just the first leg as there will be a return leg and they have what it takes to qualify further from there, while in the league in their last game they demolished Al-Hala with no less than 5-0 at home as they are aiming once more to win the title. Rumours of angered players forced to arrange high-intensity, secret training sessions behind Ancelotti's back spread like wildfire. Supposed quotes from players criticising the Italian's relaxed methods were vehemently denied but, according to what club president Uli Hoeness told Radio FFH after sacking the manager, Ancelotti had turned five important players against him. As Ancelotti explained in an interview with Kicker: "I'm not a coach, who kills his players in training. The hosts have major issues up front, with the goals drying up for them at home. While Swansea have scored 11 goals in nine home matches, they’ve hit only three across their last six. The Welsh side create plenty of chances here, but they are too wasteful. They’ve converted just 8% of their attempts at home, while Fulham on the road have conceded just 7% of the shots they’ve faced. Lawro's prediction: 2-1Hugh's prediction: 2-2Matthew's prediction: 2-1 Aston Villa v Man City (16:30 GMT)I said a little while back that I thought Manchester City have got their mojo back, and they showed it with their Carabao Cup win over Manchester United. Probably because of how good Liverpool have been, Kevin de Bruyne has not really had the acclaim that he should have. He has been absolutely fabulous in the City midfield. Abha played 6 games at home so far this season from which 5 games in the first league level in this country and have a record of 4-2-0 at home so far so they are yet to taste defeat at home and have scored in all those home games, just that the guests have been a top team in Saudi Arabia last season and if I am not mistaken they won the cup in this country last season and want to keep their trophy and progress forward. While the home side remain in the chase for the top six, but there are signs that they are running out of steam. the Swans have had massive problems in front of their own fans, having lost three of their last four at home ahead of this meeting with Fulham. Their playoff push is now relying on their strong away record, but will their form at the Liberty haunt them here? However, Fulham were pre-season contenders for the top flight, while Swansea are a surprise package in the promotion race. There’s certainly a gulf in ability and squad depth despite their similar positions. Will those two vital factors tell following a busy week for both sides? The end of 2019 is almost upon us, and what a year in football it has been. Manchester City won the Premier League title for a second consecutive year, Liverpool became European and world champions and Jamie Vardy turned into Benjamin Button to produce one of his most prolific 12 months of his career. So, as this time is usually a period to reflect upon the good and the bad of the year gone by, we here at BBC Sport consider some alternative football awards. Next up, Wolves visit Jurgen Klopp's league leaders on Sunday while City host Sheffield United. A dejected Raheem Sterling of Manchester City reacts during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Manchester City at Molineux on December 27, 2019 in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom. Getty Images TALKING POINT No ton and no title for Pep, but VAR rears its ugly head again. That poor run from the Swans should cost them in this clash. The Cottagers have found their feet in recent weeks, with three straight wins behind them in the league. They’ve managed to climb into the mix for the playoffs as a result, but that’s all we really expected from a side as talented as Fulham’s. The visitors come here with a strong side and that makes them worthy favourites. The hosts are one of the most defensive minded teams in Egypt, they defend at home even against weak opponents for example Wadi Degla who had really poor results in this start of the season came here and dominated the game from start to finish even missing a penalty kick just before half-time while in the second half they got a well deserved goal and won the games with odds on the away win being 4.00 in that fixture, as Arab simply can not dominate games with their tactics. Queens Park Rangers against Nottingham Forest here, meeting of the EFL English soccer championship which is played tomorrow night at 8.45pm. Favorite hosts for the victory of the match come from a 2-1 away defeat by Fulham while the hosts are back from an external draw with white nets against Bristol City. The Nottingham has not lost for 4 matches and played well in all of them and the hosts do not win by 5 so I expect a very balanced match that could even end in a draw; let's try a sign 2 AH +0.25 and Good Luck to all of you! Swansea City vs Fulham predictions for this meeting in the Championship on Friday. Can the Cottagers add to Swansea's misery at home of late? Read on for our free Championship predictions and betting tips. The 31-year-old Spaniard suffered the injury to his right thigh and had to be substituted before halftime. Javi will be unavailable for at least six weeks, it's a major muscle injury. It's very bitter," Flick told reporters. Bayern added in a statement https://fcbayern. Martinez will miss their Jan. Doha and is a doubt for the clash at Hertha Berlin next month when the Bundesliga restarts following the winter break. By beating three German clubs, including Bayern Munich, on their way to the 2014 Champions League final, Ancelotti changed attitudes, renewed confidence and bettered his players to create the La Decima-winning side. It is no wonder his set of 'Galacticos' burst into his news conference after the win to sing "Como no te voy a querer" (How am I not going to love you) to him. It was a song Bayern Munich's players were probably never going to sing upon his move in 2016, and his reputation as the great man-manager took a hit in Germany. After a busy midweek schedule, the Championship returns on Saturday with a huge clash in the playoff chase. Both Swansea and Fulham sat in the top five after their midweek results, but the pair go head to head this week in search of vital points towards their push for the Premier League. It was always going to be difficult to take over from Pep Guardiola at Bayern. The Spaniard had won over his squad and created arguably the most beautiful football ever witnessed in the Bundesliga. Ancelotti, the pragmatist, may have finally won a league title again, but he lost the battle with the players. At Napoli in 2018, Ancelotti was expected to take the club that had challenged Juventus so closely for the title that one step further. It was a tough ask. Napoli operated on a smaller budget and were overachieving in terms of results. With players nearing the end of their contracts and looking for gratitude, there was a limit to what could be managed. Struggling to convert the many chances they created, Napoli were suffering - but when president Aurelio de Laurentiis ordered the players to attend a week-long training camp after they slipped 211 points behind Juve, he effectively broke them. We are in the semi final of the Carabao Cup and the teams that are playing against each other are the 2 Manchester; Manchester United host this match against Manchester City. This match is played at Old Trafford. Going to the game, eighth placed Tottenham have managed 20 points and Burnley, who are 12th on the standings have 18 points. Both sides are coming from defeats to Manchester teams; Burnley fell at home 4-1 to Manchester City and Spurs lost 2-1 away to Manchester United. The loss to Manchester United was the first in Jose Mourinho’s era as Spurs manager and it brought to an end a three-match winning run. The club's worst result in its 134-year existence equalled the biggest thumping in Premier League history and left Saints mired in the relegation places. Prior to the November international break, Southampton had taken just eight points from their opening 12 fixtures. Fast forward to 2020 and only runaway Premier League leaders Liverpool - having made the best ever start to a Premier League campaign - and reigning champions Manchester City stand above Hasenhuttl's revitalised side in the form table over the past 10 games. A motivator more than an astute tactician. United are great on the break. Therefore, the set-up of teams of the calibre of Manchester City or Liverpool suit United. These sides aim to dominate territory and possession, leaving them open to teams on the break. However, against lesser teams who sit back, United struggle - bar breaking at speed, United have no tactical plan. Not only did he go over Ancelotti's head and interfere with team affairs, but the president then went on to fine the players for not abiding by his rules. While Ancelotti has a history of working with tough presidents, they have largely trusted his work. As soon as they have interfered, Ancelotti and his teams have suffered. At Real Madrid, he effectively blamed his substitution of Gareth Bale in a game for his eventual sacking, admitting it led to a huge row with president Florentino Perez, while De Laurentiis's interference with coaching matters largely created the disharmony that overwhelmed Napoli. How To Watch Manchester City vs Fulham When: Sunday at 04:59 p.m. ET Where: Etihad Stadium TV: CBS Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free) Follow: Eurosport Ticket Cost: $149.00 Odds The Manchester City are a -point favorite against the Fulham, according to the latest England. FA Cup odds. The line on this game has moved quite a bit since it opened, as it started out with the Fulham as a 8-point favorite. Over/Under: 49 See England. FA Cup picks for every single game, including this one, from SportsLine's advanced computer model. Get picks now. If I didn't, I would not be re-signing. Liverpool lost only one game in the Premier League last season as they amassed 97 points but missed out on the title by a point to Manchester City. This time around, they are unbeaten in the league - having won 15 and drawn one of their 16 games - and hold an eight-point lead over second-placed Leicester City and a 14-point advantage over Manchester City. The Reds host Watford on Saturday at 12:30 GMT before their main squad head off to Qatar to play in the Fifa Club World Cup. Since Rodgers replaced Claude Puel in February, no other team outside of Liverpool and City have amassed as many points. FULL STORY 13:30 - Dyche hopeful on Taylor Burnley's injury problems mounted on Monday as defender Charlie Taylor could be ruled out of the Premier League match against champions Manchester City on Tuesday with a hamstring strain, although manager Sean Dyche is hopeful it is not too serious. The hosts have pulled away from the relegation zone at this moment thanks to winning several games in a row at home and also a recent success for them on the road as well, it was a 3-2 win for them but they had the lead 3-0 I do not quite remember the name of the opponent I think it was Bursaspor, and striker Romanian, Rusescu has been scoring goals from the club been signed from FCSB a couple of months ago he is very good for this league level despite his advancing age.
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