The experienced manager has indicated he wishes to stay on at the Emirates Stadium for as long as he feels he "can give more to the club"

Arsene Wenger has insisted that winning another trophy before he leaves Arsenal is not an obsession for him.

The Frenchman celebrates 20 years at the helm of the north London club on Saturday but has experienced less success in recent years than he was used to for a long period.

Since 2005, the Gunners have won only two FA Cups, which comes in sharp contrast to the seven major honours they claimed in the seven preceding years.....
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The Premier League leaders have set England alight so far, but their Catalan manager says the best is yet to come as long as he is given the time to build

Pep Guardiola has warned the rest of the Premier League that his Manchester City team is only going to get better and that he is open to staying beyond the three years in his contract.

The Spaniard has taken England by storm since his arrival, with City winning all six of his Premier League games in charge – including a 2-1 win at Old Trafford against bitter rivals Manchester United.

Guardiola is adamant this is only the start, however, recalling his respective spells at Barcelona and Bayern Munich as proof that City are going to be far superior in his third season in charge.... ‹‹‹‹ read more ››› www.sportbliznews. com

Memphis Depay, who was an unused substitute and has only played 88 minutes of competitive football so far this season.

Competition for places is intensifying, with Mourinho saying that Phil Jones is now the only injured player in his squad and that the club is in "fine" shape.

"I need time. I need the players to play," Mourinho told reporters. "I need to see them in different circumstances and I need to understand more about them. There are so many and so much to learn about the players.

"Only when you work with them for a long time do you know them well. There is always a surprise behind the door when you work for the team for three or four or five months..... ‹‹‹ read more ››› www.sportblitznews.com

The super-agent insists that the Liverpool manager failed to treat his client with respect during the summer before disregarding the German's talents as a coach

Mino Raiola has launched a fresh attack on Jurgen Klopp following Mario Balotelli's Liverpool exit.

The striker ended his disastrous spell at Anfield with a free transfer to Nice on deadline day, having been excluded from first-team affairs at Liverpool after returning from a poor loan spell at former club AC Milan...... <<< continue reading >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The hosts made it two wins from two under new coach Tite thanks to the Barcelona star, who struck after Miranda's early header had been cancelled out by a Marquinhos own goal

Neymar was the hero for Brazil as the home side overcame Colombia 2-1 in World Cup qualifying on Tuesday.

The 24-year-old, fresh off guiding Brazil to gold at the Olympic Games in Rio, netted the match-winner with 16 minutes remaining in Manaus.

Brazil had a dream start after Miranda opened the scoring in the second minute at the Arena da Amazonia.

The Inter defender headed the home side into the lead courtesy of Neymar's early corner, but Colombia struck back in the first half..... .<<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The hosts made it two wins from two under new coach Tite thanks to the Barcelona star, who struck after Miranda's early header had been cancelled out by a Marquinhos own goal

Neymar was the hero for Brazil as the home side overcame Colombia 2-1 in World Cup qualifying on Tuesday.

The 24-year-old, fresh off guiding Brazil to gold at the Olympic Games in Rio, netted the match-winner with 16 minutes remaining in Manaus.

Brazil had a dream start after Miranda opened the scoring in the second minute at the Arena da Amazonia.

The Inter defender headed the home side into the lead courtesy of Neymar's early corner, but Colombia struck back in the first half..... .<<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The U.S. national team is onto the final round of qualifying for the 2018 World Cup in Russia thanks to two goals and an assist from the Toronto FC star.

The U.S. is onto the final round of qualifying for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

The U.S. Men's National Team clinched a spot in the six-team CONCACAF qualifying round Tuesday with a 4-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago at EverBank Field in Jacksonville, Fla.

T&T had already qualified for the next round, but the U.S. now has the coveted top spot by winning Group C. USA will play Mexico on Nov. 11 to begin the CONCACAF Hex. .... <<< read more >> www.sportblitznews.com

Jhon Jairo Velasquez, who was nicknamed 'Popeye' and killed around 300 people and ordered the murder of thousands more, saluted the Uruguay forwards through a video message

Uruguay duo Luis Suarez and Edinson Cavani have received a message of support from Pablo Escobar's former hitman.

Jhon Jairo Velasquez, nicknamed 'Popeye', killed around 300 people and ordered the murder of thousands more, for which he spent 22 years in prison before being paroled.

'Popeye' has since reinvented himself as a YouTube star, with a channel called Popeye Arrepentido - which translates as Remorseful Popeye - and has amassed over 166,000 subscribers..... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The Algeria international was linked with a summer move to Camp Nou, but the former Spain international is happy the winger opted to stay at Leicester City

Former Barcelona midfielder Xavi believes Riyad Mahrez is good enough to play for the Liga champions.

After being named the PFA Player of the Year for 2015-16, the Algeria international was linked with a move to Camp Nou as well as Arsenal.

But the winger instead opted to stay at Leicester City and sign a new long-term contract with the Premier League champions..... .<<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The Manchester United forward was deployed in a exceedingly deep role in the World Cup qualifier against Slovakia, and his manager must find a quick solution to his troubles

How do you solve a problem like Wayne Rooney?
England’s most experienced campaigner, the player with all the status, all the medals, all the goals, Rooney has for so long been an automatic starter for both club and country. The Manchester United captain inherited the armband at international level under Roy Hodgson, and Sam Allardyce has allowed him to keep it, as he wants both an on-pitch leader and an off-pitch example.

Yet Rooney is fast becoming a millstone around England’s neck. There are few players in the Premier League with such a diverse range of achievements. He has proved himself at the highest level time and again, both in the domestic game and on the European stage. Yet internationally Rooney has thrived just once; in that balmy 2004 summer, as he burst onto the stage as a barrel-chested teenager, bullying defenders and scoring brilliant goals..... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The Catalan side had first refusal on the sale of the 20-year-old Brazil international and insist Santos breached the contract when they sent him to Inter

Barcelona are considering taking legal action against Santos over the transfer of Gabriel 'Gabigol' Barbosa to Inter, according to Globo Esporte.

The Catalan side had first refusal on the Brazil international after reaching an agreement with the Brazilian club in 2013..... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The midfielder recently took up the number for Germany and is confident of doing similar at Arsenal after his team-mate moved to Bournemouth on loan

Mesut Ozil has insisted he will "definitely" have the No.10 shirt at Arsenal following Jack Wilshere's loan move to Bournemouth.

The German playmaker has worn the No.11 since arriving from Real Madrid for a club-record fee in 2013, with Wilshere handed No.10 when Robin van Persie left for Manchester United 12 months earlier.

Ozil recently took up the No.10 shirt for Germany following Lukas Podolski's international retirement and now, with Wilshere spending the 2016-17 season at Dean Court, is confident of wearing the same number at the Emirates Stadium.... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The Italian feels too much loyalty towards his former side Real Madrid to coach one of their fierce rivals in La Liga, just as he will not take charge of Inter or Lazio

Carlo Ancelotti insists he could never coach Atletico Madrid or Barcelona out of respect for Real Madrid's rivalry with the two clubs.

The Bayern Munich boss spent two years in Madrid, with his side beating Atletico in the Champions League final in 2014.

And Ancelotti believes that his managerial history means that any return to Spain would have to come at Santiago Bernabeu.... <<< read more >>< www.sportblitznews.com

The attacking midfielder had to be taken off injured midway through his side's friendly with Czech Republic after picking up a thigh problem, which could take 10 days to heal

Henrikh Mkhitaryan could miss the Manchester derby after the Armenian FA revealed he has picked up a thigh injury which could rule him out for up to 10 days.

The Manchester United midfielder had to be withdrawn midway through Armenia's friendly affair against Czech Republic after picking up the problem in a collision with Marek Suchy.

And Armenian football's governing body has since confirmed test results were “not encouraging” as Mkhitaryan bids to be fit to face Manchester City in one of the biggest games of the season..... .<<< read more>>> www.sportblitznews.com

The French midfielder swapped Premier League champions Leicester City for the Blues in the transfer window but has revealed he could have been playing at Old Trafford

Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante revealed Jose Mourinho tried his utmost to lure him to Manchester United, but he could not turn down Antonio Conte at Stamford Bridge.

Kante, 25, swapped Premier League champions Leicester City for Chelsea during the transfer window, the only major player to leave the Foxes... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The Barcelona star was the Albiceleste's hero as the nations' all-time goalscorer inspired them to a 1-0 win over rivals Uruguay

Lionel Messi says he "did not deceive anybody" after making his first appearance for Argentina since reversing his decision to retire from international football.

Messi shocked the footballing world with his decision to retire from the Argentina national team following their loss to Chile in the Copa America Centenario final in June.

The defeat was the third in three years Messi and Co. had suffered in the final of a major international tournament.

However, after a meeting with new Argentina coach Edgardo Bauza - who flew to Europe to meet with Messi - the Barcelona star elected to return to the national team.

And on Thursday he proved to be Argentina's hero, scoring the only goal of the game in a 1-0 win over Uruguay to move top of the CONMEBOL World Cup qualification standings. .... .<<< read more>>> www.sportblitznews.com

The Colombian put behind constant speculation over his future at Santiago Bernabeu to impress off the bench, and his coach affirmed he was not going anywhere

Zinedine Zidane singled out James Rodriguez for praise after Real Madrid battled to a 2-1 victory over Celta Vigo.

Madrid's 14th consecutive LaLiga win came courtesy of Toni Kroos' strike nine minutes from time after Fabian Orellana had levelled Alvaro Morata's opener.

James has been heavily linked with an exit after being left out of Zidane's starting XI for all three of the club's games to start the new season, following a 2015-16 campaign that saw him restricted to only 17 league starts..... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

Unable to sign new players for the next two windows, Real surprisingly chose to stick with what they had this summer. But will they live to regret it?

Unlike last year, deadline day came and went without incident at Real Madrid. In 2015, the club were left red-faced after failing to sort out the paperwork to sign David De Gea. This time, there was little activity all summer as only Alvaro Morata was bought. But with a transfer ban around the corner, should Los Blancos have spent like Barcelona did in 2014?

Barca's ban was handed out by FIFA for irregularities in the signing of young players in April of 2014, but put back by a window during the appeal, allowing the Catalan club to strengthen for Luis Enrique's debut season. Conscious that they would be unable to register new footballers for the next year, the Blaugrana brought in Luis Suarez, Ivan Rakitic, Claudio Bravo, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Jeremy Mathieu and more to entirely reshape their squad. And they ended up winning the treble..... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

This season's revealation joined los Blancos in 2014 but he has come out to say his future could have been a lot different, while he discussed his starting role in Zinedine Zida...

Real Madrid breakout star Marco Asensio has revealed he could have made the move to arch-rivals Barcelona.

Asensio has quickly established himself in Madrid's starting XI after excelling and impressing coach Zinedine Zidane in pre-season.

It has been a rapid rise for the 20-year-old in the start of the campaign, who returned from a successful loan spell at Espanyol.

The starlet joined Madrid from Mallorca in 2014, but he stated could have ended up at Camp Nou.

"I like both, they're the best," he said in an interview with Cadena Ser after being asked whether he prefers the Spain or Madrid shirt...... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The Brazilian could seek an exit from the Camp Nou if he is not afforded enough game time in 2016-17, though insists he wants to fight for his place

Barcelona midfielder Rafinha concedes he could move on from the Spanish champions if he does not get enough playing time this season.

Barca boss Luis Enrique has boosted his midfield ranks in the off-season, bringing in Denis Suarez and Andre Gomes.

That could potentially mean less minutes on the field for the 23-year-old Rafinha, who spent a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to a knee injury last season.

The Brazilian - part of the men's team that won gold at the Olympic Games in Rio - said he could move away from the Camp Nou in search of regular football. ... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The Spain international is seen as surplus to requirements at Stamford Bridge and Antonio Conte is willing to let him move to San Siro as part of a deal for the Inter star

Chelsea have offered Cesc Fabregas to Inter in a bid to complete a move for Marcelo Brozovic, according to Gazzetta dello Sport... <<< continue reading >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The Argentina star is under contract until 2018 but the Camp Nou club are keen to offer him fresh terms, the Blaugrana chief confirmed

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu said talks are already underway for Lionel Messi to sign a new contract.

Messi is under contract until 2018 but Barcelona are keen to offer him fresh terms, following reports in July that a new deal had been agreed.

And according to Bartomeu, it appears only a matter of time before the 29-year-old officially signs a new deal.

"Messi has two years of contract but we will talk with him to renew because we want him to continue," Bartomeu told Catalunya Radio.

Messi - battling a hamstring injury as Argentina prepare to face Uruguay and Venezuela in World Cup qualifiers - has made an impressive start to the LaLiga season..... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

Antonio Conte has reportedly turned his attentions to the Spaniard having missed out on top targets Kalidou Koulibaly and Alessio Romagnoli

Chelsea are closing in on Fiorentina defender Marcos Alonso, according to Marca.

The former Sunderland loanee is a target for Antonio Conte, who is determined to bolster his defensive options before the transfer window shuts on Wednesday and is willing to stump up £25 million to complete a deal..... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The Argentine's foul on the centre-back was missed by referee Andre Marriner, and a retrospective suspension would see him miss the Manchester derby next month

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero could face a ban from the Football Association after elbowing West Ham defender Winston Reid.

Television replays showed the Argentina international aiming his arm towards the centre-back during Sunday's Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium, though referee Andre Marriner missed the incident.... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The baby-faced Norwegian stepped off the bench for the first time two decades ago, with his achievements since then making him an Old Trafford legend

On August 25, 1996, Manchester United trailed 2-1 at home to Blackburn Rovers. In his time of need Sir Alex Ferguson called upon an unknown substitute wearing number 20 who had never previously played outside of his native Norway, and was rewarded within six minutes with an equalising goal.

Less than three years later, the same baby-faced assassin would repeat the trick by scoring the most famous goal in Manchester United’s long history.

It is fair to say that the signing of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer did not catch the imagination of the media, with Alan Shearer’s world-record £15 million move from Blackburn to Newcastle stealing the majority of the headlines in that summer of 1996.

But it was on this day 20 years ago that the No.20 set about making a noise unbecoming of a young man with childlike facial features and a quite unassuming manner. A total of 126 goals for United brought Solskjaer more than his fair share of attention.

Goal number one earned United a 2-2 draw with Ray Harford’s Rovers at Old Trafford. A long ball forward was flicked on by the head of Jordi Cruyff and Solskjaer stole in to get a touch ahead of Jeff Kenna, poking a shot towards Tim Flowers’ goal. The England international managed to bundle the effort away only for Solskjaer to react quickest, rifling inside the near post with his second attempt..... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The Portugal international has been out of action since a premature end to the Euro 2016 final, but he said on Instagram that recovery was going well

Cristiano Ronaldo has pledged to be back soon after stepping up his work at Real Madrid's Valdebebas training base.

Three-time Ballon d'Or winner Ronaldo suffered a knee injury during the early stages of Portugal's Euro 2016 final triumph over France last month... <<< read more. >>> www.sportblitznews.co.

The forward reckons he is more than worthy of scooping the individual gong after taking both Atletico Madrid and France to the brink of glory during the 2015-16 season

Atletico Madrid and France star Antoine Griezmann believes he deserves to win UEFA's Best Player in Europe award ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale.

Griezmann enjoyed an excellent 2015-16 campaign, scoring seven goals and 13 games to help Atletico reach the Champions League final.

The 25-year-old forward also scooped the golden boot as his six goals fired France to the Euro 2016 final on home soil.

And Griezmann feels his stellar efforts in front of goal make him more than worthy of scooping the lucrative individual gong.

"I am proud to be a finalist, that means I am on the right track and have to continue that way," Griezmann told 24sata..... <<<read more. >>> www.sportblitznews.com

With negotiations for Napoli's Koulibaly seemingly going nowhere, the Blues have turned their attention to the Rossoneri's defensive starlet

Chelsea have seen a £30 million bid for AC Milan's Alessio Romagnoli rejected, according to Sky Italia.

Romagnoli, who has already been compared to Serie A greats such as Alessandro Nesta, joined the Rossoneri last season for a fee of £21m...... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

With negotiations for Napoli's Koulibaly seemingly going nowhere, the Blues have turned their attention to the Rossoneri's defensive starlet

Chelsea have seen a £30 million bid for AC Milan's Alessio Romagnoli rejected, according to Sky Italia.

Romagnoli, who has already been compared to Serie A greats such as Alessandro Nesta, joined the Rossoneri last season for a fee of £21m...... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

With rumours surrounding the pair's exit to Arsenal and Barcelona respectively growing stronger, the coach put on a brave face after a disappointing Liga opener on Monday

Pako Ayestaran has insisted that neither Shkodran Mustafi nor Paco Alcacer are up for sale during the current transfer window.

The German defender has been strongly linked with Arsenal, while Alcacer's name has come up repeatedly in connection with a move to Barcelona.

Valencia need to sell in order to meet Financial Fair Play regulations, but their coach is adamant the pair have a future at the Mestalla. .... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The Chelsea coach, who has already admitted that the behavior of Diego Costa could be a problem, took his press conference in defense.

Heroes of the Blues victory against West Ham last Monday (2-1), Diego Costa was reported by an ugly gesture. Indeed, the Spanish international should have been sent off half an hour before the end of the meeting, because already warned in the first period, it was severely tackled Adrian, the goalkeeper and the referee had preferred to whistle a free kick without him inflict second yellow card from the pitch.

However, after the meeting, the striker Chelsea had justified the criticism, referring to ESPN mistreatment in the Premier League: "I can not ask anything, the crowd here always liked me this. support that I appreciate very much. But I'll be honest, I'm focused here by the referees, people ... if I do something, it will be totally different if another player does it. be aware that I am concerned. " .... <<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com

The new Manchester City manager was happy with the performance of his players during their 4-1 victory over Stoke City on Saturday but he feels there is still room for improvement

Pep Guardiola "liked everything" about Manchester City's 4-1 win at Stoke City on Saturday although he believes his team can still improve.

Sergio Aguero netted twice in the opening stages - the first from a controversial penalty award - to give City a comfortable lead at half-time, before Bojan Krkic pulled one back from the spot, referee Mike Dean again at the centre of the action, early in the second period.

A late Nolito double eventually settled the game to hand City their second win in as many Premier League games this season..... <<<< read more >>> www.sportblitznews.com