À Prague, ce mercredi, le Stade Brestois peut déjà valider sa présence au tour suivant en Ligue des champions, après seulement quatre journées. Il faudra pour cela battre le Sparta, un adversaire à sa portée…
Charlie Miller, a former Rangers star, believes the club is failing to meet the high standards expected by Ibrox supporters. Reflecting on his own playing days, Miller recalls a Rangers team filled with international talent, but insists it was the core of Scottish players that truly defined the success of the 90s squad. He argues that today’s team, under Philippe Clement, lacks that vital local connection, with only two Scots in the lineup during a recent match against Motherwell. Miller believes the club has missed opportunities by not signing top Scottish talent, like Lewis Ferguson and Andy Robertson, which has contributed to their struggles.
Despite reaching the Premier Sports Cup Final, Miller sees the team’s broader performance as deeply concerning. Rangers sit nine points behind rivals Celtic and Aberdeen, and off-field financial issues have only compounded their troubles. Miller criticizes Clement’s tactics, particularly his decision to substitute one striker for another when the team needed a winning goal. He questions whether the current squad, particularly Cyriel Dessers, can lead Rangers to success. For Miller, the priority should be winning domestic trophies, with Europe only serving as a means to sustain the team, rather than a focus in itself.
Shane Duffy refused to blame Norwich City’s defeat on their growing injury list, insisting the underwhelming performance against Sheffield Wednesday was due to costly errors, not missing players. Despite dominating possession, the Canaries lacked attacking purpose and suffered from defensive lapses, leading to two early goals that handed the game to their opponents. Duffy, stepping in as captain, urged his teammates to take responsibility and see this challenging period as an opportunity for others to step up. “This is what having a squad is for,” he stated. “It’s not about who’s missing; it’s about making the most of who’s on the field.”
Football legend Dwight Yorke, a former Sunderland and Manchester United forward, believes Sunderland has the momentum needed for a Premier League comeback. Yorke, who ended his career with the Black Cats, praised the team’s progress and the fervent support of their fans, describing the city as “buzzing” when the club performs well. Highlighting the challenges of the Championship, Yorke shared that Sunderland’s recent strides put them in a strong position, saying, “If they can keep building, a return to the Premier League is definitely within reach.”
Arrivé anonymement en D3 tchèque en mars 2020, Abdallah Sima était vendu huit millions d’euros un an plus tard par le Slavia Prague à Brighton. Une saison vertigineuse pour l’attaquant du Stade Brestois, révélé dans la capitale tchèque…
Sunderland head coach Régis Le Bris has confirmed that Alan Browne will be in the starting lineup for Wednesday’s match against Preston North End at Deepdale. Browne, who played the full 90 minutes in Sunderland’s last game against QPR, steps in as 17-year-old Chris Rigg is sidelined due to a chest issue. Le Bris expressed confidence in Browne’s ability to perform against his former club, emphasizing his experience and leadership qualities.
Discussing the upcoming challenge, Le Bris highlighted the competitiveness of the Championship, stating that even teams at the bottom of the table pose threats. He noted that Preston North End will not be passive, showcasing their intensity and effective man-for-man marking. Le Bris stressed the need for Sunderland to learn from past matches and improve on specific aspects of their game, such as goal-kick restarts and building play under pressure.
Regarding his tactical approach, Le Bris dismissed the possibility of switching to a five-at-the-back formation, preferring to stick with the solid structure they’ve built. He believes in maintaining consistency while being adaptable when necessary, focusing on further developing the team’s references and making improvements as the season progresses.
Arne Engels, a promising talent at Celtic, shares a unique connection with RB Leipzig star Lois Openda, as the two once attended the same boarding school during their formative years at the Club Brugge youth academy. Engels is excited to reunite with his Belgian friend in the high-stakes setting of the Champions League, a platform both players have ascended to after pursuing successful careers abroad. Reflecting on their history, Engels acknowledges the significant journey they’ve each undertaken, particularly admiring Openda’s growth and skill.
Engels reminisced about their time at boarding school, admitting that, as a younger student, he didn’t interact closely with Openda then but still remembers watching him play at an advanced level. Now, it’s a delight for Engels to see familiar faces, including other Belgians like Antonio Nusa, when they cross paths in international competitions. He credits his time at Brugge as crucial preparation for his own move abroad, first to Augsburg and now to Celtic. Reflecting on his early career, Engels recalls the camaraderie that made those days so memorable, explaining how spending time with close friends in a boarding environment helped him mature and prepared him for the challenges of living far from home.
As Sheffield United gears up for the first Steel City derby since 2019, manager Chris Wilder is determined to keep his squad focused on the immediate challenge: Bristol City. Despite the growing anticipation for Sunday’s clash with Sheffield Wednesday, Wilder insists that the Blades can’t afford to look past tonight’s fixture at Ashton Gate. “Our full focus is on Bristol City,” he stated. “They’re a tough side, and if we take our eyes off the ball, we’ll get punished.” With the help of experienced players like Souttar, Robinson, and Kieffer Moore, Wilder aims to ensure his squad stays grounded, taking each match as it comes.
Ashley Phillips returns to Ewood Park this Wednesday, not as a Blackburn player but as a determined Stoke City defender. Starting his career at Blackburn, Phillips has come full circle, now seeking to showcase his growth and Stoke’s progress since his summer 2023 move to Spurs. His loan spell has had its challenges—adjusting to a new coach and bouncing back from a concussion—but he’s found comfort in being closer to home and in a squad that’s beginning to gel. Reflecting on Stoke’s recent 2-1 win over Derby, Phillips noted the “togetherness” and the steady improvements, signs that the team is on an upward path under coach Narcis Pelach. Confident and settled, Phillips is ready to make his mark once more on familiar turf.
“The Rwanda guy [Ntwari] is doing really well; I won’t take that away from him, but Kaizer Chiefs was the club among the whole clubs in South Africa I felt like going to…”
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