Tottenham’s indifferent start to the season continued as they managed to throw away a 2-0 lead to finished with just a point against Stoke, who were inspired by substitute and forgotten man Stephen Ireland into a stirring comeback at White Hart Lane. And United’s...
The former Stoke No 1, playing in place of the suspended Thibaut Courtois, made several crucial saves against Manchester City but was unable to stop the Blues crumbling to a 3-0 defeat against Manchester City on Sunday.
New Tottenham Hotspur signing Toby Alderweireld has been impressed by the recruitment of Saturday’s opponents Stoke City but remains confident Spurs have too much quality for Mark Hughes’ men.
First-half goals by Shinji Okazaki and Riyad Mahrez put Leicester in control and although the host hit back through Dimitri Payet after the break, West Ham was unable to fix the damage at Upton Park.
Spurs looked on course to secure their first three points of the campaign after first-half goals from Eric Dier and Nacer Chadli had given the hosts a commanding advantage.
Those comments have drawn a withering response from Peter Coates, the Stoke chairman, and Hughes, who have both argued that Shaqiri’s arrival is proof of their progress.
Milner’s previous team were on the receiving end of a spectacular Coutinho goal last season and the England worldwide believes the Brazilian has set the tone for a commanding individual campaign.
Liverpool playmaker Adam Lallana has revealed that he has set some targets for himself for the new season, but he won’t delve into the details and will concentrate on doing his best for the team.