Tag: FA Cup

Bukayo Saka signs new Arsenal deal to 2031 and becomes club’s top earner

Bukayo Saka
February 2026

Bukayo Saka has signed a new long-term Arsenal contract through 2031, replacing his previous deal that ran to 2027. The extension reportedly makes him the club’s highest-paid player on more than £300,000 per week, ending lengthy negotiations. Saka had verbally agreed terms earlier in the year and has now signed formally. Arsenal have also secured other key renewals in the last 12 months, and Arteta can now focus on a run of fixtures across multiple competitions, with Saka recently trialed centrally as a No.10 in the FA Cup win over Wigan.

Van Dijk flags Szoboszlai as future Liverpool captain option amid leadership questions

Dominik Szoboszlai
February 2026

irgil van Dijk said Dominik Szoboszlai could develop into a leadership figure capable of captaining Liverpool, with the midfielder’s form and versatility standing out during an inconsistent season. Szoboszlai has reached 10 goals this season, scoring again in Liverpool’s 3-0 FA Cup win over Brighton, and has filled multiple roles including a stint at right-back. With uncertainty around Robertson’s long-term future, Van Dijk said Szoboszlai is “leading by example” but still has steps to make as a leader.

Rooney Slams FA Cup Officiating After VAR-Free Controversy

Wayne Rooney
February 2026

Rooney criticised officiating standards after Newcastle beat Aston Villa 3–1, highlighting multiple controversial calls in a match played without VAR. He pointed to a handball incident involving Digne that resulted in a free kick instead of a penalty, calling it one of the worst decisions he had seen. Additional disputed moments included an offside goal and disciplinary calls, reinforcing arguments for VAR use.

Arsenal’s Kai Havertz Hit by Fresh Muscular I

Kai Havertz
February 2026

Havertz is set for another spell out after sustaining a muscular injury, continuing an injury-disrupted 2025-26 season.
How: After returning in January from a long layoff earlier this season, he has now picked up a new issue. He is expected to miss Brentford (Thu), Wigan (FA Cup, Sun), Wolves (next Wed), and Tottenham (next Sun).

Paul Green Leaves Chelsea Women Role After 13 Years and 19 Trophies

Paul Green
February 2026

Chelsea confirmed Paul Green has left his Head of Women’s Football role, ending a 13-year spell that included major recruitment influence and a trophy haul of 19. Green joined in 2013 and helped build the programme through sustained domestic dominance, including multiple league and cup titles and a Champions League final appearance. He also contributed to appointing Bompastor as Hayes’ successor, with Bompastor delivering an unbeaten domestic treble in her first season.

Arsenal Concerned Havertz Knee Setback Could Require Ongoing Minutes Management

Kai Havertz
January 2026

Arsenal are reportedly concerned about Havertz’s long-term knee condition after a flare-up during his return, raising the prospect of careful workload control for the rest of the season and possibly beyond. Havertz has not started since August 17, returned in limited minutes in cup games, and was unexpectedly unused in a Champions League match as Arsenal balance his recovery after reported ligament damage and renewed discomfort.

Casemiro Confirms Manchester United Exit at Season End as Contract Runs Out

Casemiro
January 2026

Manchester United and Casemiro confirmed he will leave in the summer when his contract expires, ending a four-season spell at Old Trafford. United’s statement highlighted 146 games, 21 goals, plus Carabao Cup 2023 and FA Cup 2024 success, with a final home tribute planned versus Nottingham Forest. Reporting notes a one-year extension clause tied to a starts threshold that became unrealistic after cup eliminations.

Tottenham Weigh Frank Future After West Ham Loss and Fan Backlash

Thomas Frank
January 2026

Reports say Spurs are considering sacking Frank after a 2-1 home defeat to 18th-placed West Ham and a run of one win in eight, with home fans turning on the manager. Spurs conceded an injury-time winner and the pressure intensified after recent cup disappointment and a mounting injury list, while Frank insisted he still feels backing internally and pointed to effort levels as proof the squad has not checked out.

Paqueta Pushes for West Ham Exit After Asking Not to Play

Lucas Paqueta
January 2026

Paqueta reportedly asked not to be selected for the QPR cup match and is pushing for a transfer, with Flamengo prepared to bid around €40m. He is said to be disillusioned after a long betting-investigation saga (cleared in 2025) and wants to return to Brazil; West Ham are reluctant mid-relegation battle but may be forced if he insists.

Lacey Apologises After Petulant Red Card in FA Cup Loss

Shea Lacey
January 2026

Lacey apologised after being sent off in United’s 2-1 defeat, saying he “let everybody down” after two yellow cards in three minutes. He was booked for a late tackle, then received a second yellow for slamming the ball into the ground in frustration after a throw-in decision went against him, reducing United to 10 men.

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