English Premier League Info

There's No Instant Solution to Raise Chelsea

2015-12-26T06:35:00.002-08:00

London - Chelsea Guus Hiddink has warned fans not to put excessive expectations after he was appointed as interim manager. According to him, problems in the body of the Blues will not be completed in a jiffy.
Occupies Hiddink as manager after Chelsea parted company with Jose Mourinho last week. This is the second time Hiddink deal with Chelsea having previously done the same thing in 2009.
Hiddink duties now not at all easy. Dutch man must be lifted Chelsea, who now occupies the 15th position in the Premier League standings and 20 points adrift of Leicester City who now leads.
"If you're a little look to last season where the team great success by winning the title, then of course you will enter next season with the same target. The main target is the league champions again though in the Premier League is not easy. Targets other course Champions League and FA Cup, "said Hiddink as quoted by Soccerway.

"Sometimes after a competition is finished, you may be somewhat relax as a team and then you get a lashing from somewhere in September. However, the situation is they are just within a point of the relegation zone last week, which makes everyone in club afraid, "he said.

"It's not easy to say 'I'm here, and tomorrow the problem solved'," said Hiddink.

Hiddink countless successful on the first occasion coached Chelsea. He then drove Chelsea finished third in the final standings, qualifying to the semi-finals of the Champions League and won the FA Cup trophy.

Specials Christmas for Klopp

2015-12-26T06:29:00.000-08:00

Liverpool - On Christmas Day in previous years, Jurgen Klopp could go on vacation and spend time with his family. But, because now working in the Premier League, the German man had to get used to remain busy in the Christmas period.

Klopp could be slightly relaxed in the Christmas period when it was still train Mainz and Borussia Dortmund. Because the Bundesliga had a winter holiday for a long time.

However, Klopp feels different from this year. He even had to work hard as a team that practiced now, Liverpool, had a busy schedule on Christmas and New Year period.

Just a day after Christmas, Liverpool will face Leicester City. Afterwards, the Reds will meet Sunderland (30/12), West Ham United (2/1), Stoke City (5/1) and Exeter City (8/1).

"Usually I try to go to church on a day like this," said Klopp was quoted Soccerway.

"However, I will celebrate Jesus Christ, does not matter, and prepare for the Boxing Day game," he added.

Liverpool currently occupy ninth position in the Premier League standings with 24 points from 17 matches. They are within five points of Tottenham Hotspur, who finished fourth.

"Of course we had to go to the field and our best ability when other people want to eat, drink, and watch a movie. It's harder for the players than for me because I previously had often enjoy Christmas," said Klopp.

"This is not the most emotional Christmas I ever had, but it was still very special," he said.

Leicester Inspires Other teams in the Premier League

2015-12-26T06:25:00.000-08:00

Liverpool - What is displayed Leicester City in the first half of the season seems to inspire other teams in the Premier League. This was disclosed by the Everton manager, Roberto Martinez.

Driven by Jamie Vardy and Riyad Mahrez, Leicester made a big surprise. Until the 17th week, The Foxes still top the Premier League standings. They beat established teams such as Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United. In fact, in the Christmas period last year, they are occupants bottom of the standings.

In the matches that they went through, Leicester only lost once. In the last two games, the team made by Claudio Ranieri beat defending champions Chelsea 2-1 and winning 3-2 at home to Everton.

"They were able to overcome all the things that confronted them. How they find the source of a goal they have now is quite impressive," said Martinez told Sky Sports News HQ.

"It changed every team in this division psychologically. It gives you confidence if you can perform at its best then you can beat any team and why not as Leicester, who was not expected to be in the top four and leads the standings," added Martinez.

"I've worked in the Premier League for seven seasons and there is always a combination of tactics and style of play approach that is different. That is why the Premier League is always challenging and a competitive league," he said.

Keep Running, Leicester!

2015-12-24T21:12:00.001-08:00

Leicester - Leicester City manager, Claudio Ranieri, was convinced his team can go further this season. Ranieri was then likens The Foxes like Tom Hanks in the movie Forrest Gump.

Premier League passed up to 17 weeks, no one thought Leicester could be at the top as it is now. They were on top of the standings with 38 points, ahead of teams sorts of Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United.

Leicester so tempting sensation this season considering the Christmas period last year, they are still stranded in the distended position of the table and then saved from degradation and undergo a positive trend as it is now.

The question is now whether Leicester can survive and advance further? Considering they did not have the experience to compete at the top before. Not to mention about the issue of the transfer of two stars, Jamie Vardy and Ryad Mahrez, which constantly tempted the big teams.

Questioning the resilience of Leicester, Ranieri believes his side still have petrol to continue to step on the gas and drove as long as possible at the top of the standings.

Likened to Forrest Gump, famous Hollywood movies that tell men with low intelligence but have strong stamina to run, Leicester were without star player can do the same.

"Why do not we continue to run, run, run ?. We like Forrest Gump - Leicester is Forrest Gump," Ranieri said as quoted by Soccerway.

"I'm very confident because if Leicester is able to save themselves from relegation within two months, it means that their stamina is fantastic," he continued.

"We have to continue to play well and work hard. We know very well that our staminan very nice and good for our stamina, we can compete with anyone."

"Our fans will really enjoy this Christmas and this is great," he concluded.

The next exam for Leicester is a Boxing Day game against Liverpool at Anfield on December 26.

Liverpool vs Leicester On Boxing Day

2015-12-24T21:08:00.001-08:00

Liverpool - Stadium in England at Christmas will remain heated exciting matches of the Premier League. The the top standings, Leicester City, will be facing Liverpool at Anfield.

Unlike other competitions in Europe, the Premier League does not recognize the break at Christmas. Christmas start to the new year, clubs in England are confronted with the busy schedule.

Anfield will be one of the arenas that stage a fun game. The host, Liverpool, going against the surprise team that was leading the standings, Leicester City, Saturday (26/12/2015).

Both teams are in the opposite situation. Liverpool failed to win in his last three games to swallow two defeats and one draw, while Leicester continued to win in the last three games.

More than that, Leicester unbeaten in their last 10 games in the league. Claudio Ranieri's troops posted eight wins and only twice recorded draws. They were firmly on top of the standings with 38 points, two points ahead of Arsenal in second place.

See the composition of the current standings, three points would be a target for both teams. Liverpool are stuck in ninth with 24 points certainly do not want more and more away from the European zone. While Leicester chasing victory to maintain its position at the top.

Liverpool will be aware of the threats they face from Jamie Vardy et al. Therefore, the Reds are ready to perform all-out in order to reap the full points.

"They will not only survive and wait for a mistake. They will play and show that they have the quality. That's why they're there in the first position," said the Liverpool striker Christian Benteke.

Of course we have to respect them but when we played them, we must do everything to get the three points, "he said.

Of the other match, Manchester United's attempts to get back to winning ways will be tested at home to Stoke City. 'Red Devils' have not won in the last four games in the Premier League, or six games in a row in all competitions.

MU certainly hunting for a win to immediately cut the rate without a victory. Three points from the Britannia Stadium will also lift the load from peak Louis van Gaal whose future middle speculated.

Meanwhile, Manchester City were in the previous week midweek Arsenal a chance to get up and keep pace in the path of champions. The Citizens will host a team that is struggling in the relegation zone, Sunderland.

Arsenal was in a high confidence following the victory of the City will pay a visit to Southampton. Given the pace of Southampton who lost four of his last five games, 'Gunner' have a chance to continue to stick to Leicester at the top of the standings.

From West London, Chelsea awaits the first touch of Guus Hiddink. Dutchman appointed to replace Jose Mourinho for the first time will lead John Terry et al. this season at home to Watford.

Benteke Must Be Starter, Klopp!

2015-12-24T04:08:00.000-08:00

Liverpool - Liverpool striker, Christian Benteke, not often be the starter when handled Juergen Klopp. The German manager was asked to play the striker from Belgium since the beginning.

Since Klopp deal with Liverpool last October, Benteke played eight times in the Premier League. Four of them as a starter, while the rest became a substitute.

In eight that occasion, Benteke has not significantly contribute to the team. He has scored two goals for The Reds.

With a minimal donation goal, it is natural for Liverpool did not give credence to Benteke. However, Klopp asked to give credence to Benteke during busy period at the end of December.

Liverpool will be against Leicester City on Saturday (26/12/2015). Then will travel to Sunderland four days later.

Ex-Liverpool midfield player, Jan Mølby, suggested that Benteke played as a starter in the game.

"Christian Benteke should be a front-line starter in Liverpool against Leicester City," said Molby in the Liverpool Echo.

"When you play well and Liverpool it is time to try something new or play players out of position. False nine strategy did not work against Watford."

"Benteke will give Liverpool become resolver opportunity and way to play," he added.

Hiddink to Players: Please go If Not Determined in Chelsea

2015-12-24T03:56:00.001-08:00

London - Chelsea interim manager Guus Hiddink, gave warning to his players. Players who do not seriously play with the Blues was asked to leave.

Chelsea is still slumped on the bottom board of the Premier League standings. They were in position 15 standings with a collection of total 18 points.

Poor performances over Chelsea, who already fired manager, Jose Mourinho, had pointed out that there was a Chelsea player who betrayed his tactics in the field.

When Chelsea against Sunderland last weekend, Diego Costa, Cesc Fabregas, and Eden Hazard getting scorn from supporters of The Blue because it is considered to be the cause of less impressive performances at Chelsea this season.

Hiddink also said that he had held a meeting with the Chelsea players. He also had a warning for the entire Chelsea squad.

"Yesterday I spoke to the whole squad. I told them, many things happen in football and I asked them to look in the mirror, not just for two seconds but longer, and see to what extent they have contributed," said Hiddink in the Standard.

"I spoke to them as a professional to look into the mirror and be ultra-critical. They must have a desire to play. If you do not have it, knock on my door and we will talk ... in brief," he added.

Busy period for Manchester City

2015-12-24T03:49:00.000-08:00

Manchester - Manchester City will face a heavy opponents from closing two matches this year. The Citizens of their manager, Manuel Pellegrini, calling it a crucial match.

Boxing day match at Etihad Stadium on Saturday (12/26/2015), the opener against Sunderland into a busy period for the City.

Four days after that, the City will come to the King Power Stadium to face the champion candidate, Leicester City.

By the fact that the City has just defeat of Arsenal, then the game will be an opportunity for the City cut the points from the standings.
City is currently in third position with 32 points, six points different from the Foxes in the first position.

"After against Sunderland, we played Leicester in the last match of the year, the final fight in the first round, so we have a chance to reduce the difference in points," Pellegrini said in the Guardian.

"If we win the next two matches, we could be in a better position when half of the season. I think it's very important to continue to engage with the leaders, as we do today, but you should be up there when the last match . "

"We lost a crucial point at Arsenal and it was disappointing. But, even if it means six points, it is still not a decisive match. You never win the title in December," he added.

Young: MU Soon Rise Again

2015-12-24T03:43:00.000-08:00

Manchester - Manchester United are currently in a bad period. Manchester United midfield player, Ashley Young, said that the 'Red Devils' have enough spirit to rise up.

In the last six games, Manchester United never win. The details, they draw three times and swallowing three successive defeats.

Young clearly disappointed with the result. Moreover, the results make them should be thrown out of the top four Premier League and also knocked out of the Champions League.

MU was then vowed to immediately rise, the game against Stoke City in the fight boxing day be the closest match to missions MU revival.

"No victory in the last six games for the club as we were really disappointing," Young said on MUTV.

"We are not accustomed to not win the game, everyone in the locker room is a winner and we want to get back to winning ways, that's what we're doing."

"Obviously everyone was disappointed with the last few games, but I always say that the spirit that we have is fantastic," he added.

Van Gaal Angry at Media

2015-12-24T03:37:00.001-08:00

Manchester - Manchester United manager, Louis van Gaal, expressed his upset at the media in England. He take it out on the game ahead of the trip to Stoke City.

In recent weeks, Van Gaal was reportedly going to lose their jobs as a coach. Poor results obtained by the 'Red Devils' being the main reason.

Manchester United has not won in six games, with a record of three draws and three defeats in all competitions. As a result, Manchester United knocked out of the top four and also knocked out of the Champions League.

About the future of Van Gaal, even some gambling houses make a bet. In fact, the successor was mentioned, namely Jose Mourinho.

"Is there anyone in this room who have the feeling of wanting to apologize to me? Nothing anyone who has that feeling? That is why I am surprised," said Van Gaal on Soccerway.

"I thought I was fired, I've read, I've been fired."

"Do I want to talk to the media today? I'm here because the rules of the Premier League," he said.

Caballero: City Can Bring Messi

2015-12-23T11:49:00.002-08:00

Manchester - Willy Caballero, revealed the fantastic claims. He believes the Citizens will be able to bring Messi.

Some recent times, Messi often reportedly going to go from the Barcelona squad. The issue of salary tax that incessantly haunt him become one of the driving factors Agrentina player was going to go.

In speculation, City is also touted to be one of the interested Messi. With strong financial support, City apparently did not have a problem If want to bring La Pulga.

"The subject was widely discussed and inevitable to continue not to think or talk about it right," said Chaballero in Sports Mole.

"And when you think that the Kun (Sergio Aguero) in this club and he is a good friend of Messi."

"But, until Messi signed a contact then it is definitely better from a rumor. But I understand that it might be because the club has the economic power still," he added.

Since it was purchased by a businessman from Tumur-Central City does have the financial power of okay. To the front lines, they just bring Raheem Sterling and Kevin De Bryune price is quite expensive.

Wenger Defends Van Gaal

2015-12-23T11:43:00.002-08:00

London - Arsene Wenger said he did not like the insults given to Louis van Gaal. According to him, did not deserve to talk about a replacement when Van Gaal was serving as manager of Manchester United.

Van Gaal later it is highlighted. Not just because United had not won the last six matches in all competitions, but the style of play that he applied to the team also criticized.

In the hands of managers from the Netherlands, United was dominant in terms of possession. However, many times they are difficult to penetrate the opponent's defense. Their dominance become sterile and endless nothing.

As a result, after United's lost from Norwich City last weekend, Van Gaal was heavily rumored to be thrown out. He referred to will be replaced by several candidates, among them was Ryan Giggs and Jose Mourinho.

Wenger, who also asked about the future of Van Gaal, said he did not like speculation on the future of a manager.

"I think, many many who commented about this and I do not need add-nambahinya. I do not want anyone to lose their jobs," said Wenger as reported by Soccerway.

"You all know how I think about it, is never pleasant to hear someone lose their job. I do not want to speculate. I have respect for Louis van Gaal and what is happening now is very inappropriate."

"He has worked in football for 30 years and what he produces is remarkable. Therefore, what happens to him nowadays is so inappropriate."

"Of course, he needs to be given more time," said Wenger.

Some reports in the British media said Van Gaal had been given an ultimatum. If United fail to achieve good results in the game against Stoke City and Chelsea, he would be thrown out.

Leicester is the Second EPL favorite team

2015-12-23T05:15:00.000-08:00

Leicester - In the midst of inconsistency big teams of the Premier League, Leicester City emerged as a surprise. Leicester the fairy-tale story is called will make their second favorite team of British people.

Leicester bring surprises to the Premier League standings at Christmas. The Foxes lead with 38 points from 17 games and only lost once.

Leicester outperformed the big teams like Arsenal subscriptions top, Chelsea, and two teams of Manchester. The situation is clearly different from the last season in which Leicester slumped at the bottom of the table at Christmas.

Although Leicester are top, Claudio Ranieri is still not willing to talk about his championship chances. Until recently, the first target is to collect 40 points, the number of which is considered safe from degradation.

What is displayed Leicester this season assessed Ranieri good for English football. If you can get through a heavy period that will face up to the new year, Leicester called Ranieri will get more supporters.

"This is good for English football. I think if we continue to pass through fantastic moments because now we will face Liverpool, Manchester City, and Bournemouth are also in a good performance, then Tottenham (in the FA Cup) maybe if we were still on top after that, not just the Leicester fans will support us, but also a lot of British fans because I think Leicester is a team that is favored, "said Ranieri was quoted as saying by the Guardian.

"Maybe the people say: 'If my team did not win, I am very happy if Leiceseter win.' And this is a good thing, "said the Italian man.

In the Christmas period until after the new year, Leicester had awaited crucial matches. They row will face Liverpool (26/12), Manchester City (2912), Bournemouth (02/01), and Totteham Hotspur in the FA Cup (10/01).

Underdog Surprising EPL

2015-12-23T05:03:00.001-08:00

London - Leicester City at the top of the table, Crystal Palace on the verge of the big four, Watford and Bournemouth in seventh position with surprising victories. They were labeled underdogs barked loudly in this season.

From the clubs mentioned above, Bournemouth and Watford status promotion team this season. While Leicester back to the Premier League last season.

At the beginning of 2015/2016 period is absolutely no one thinks they will be able to compete in the middle of the board, even took the title. I tell you, Leicester placed in position 1: 2000 to be a champion by one betting house before the league rolling.

Around Christmas, a condition that occurs never imagined before. The Foxes decisively in the top position, while the Eagles flying high in sixth place same with points Tottenham Hotspur (29) who is now in fourth position. Watford did not want to miss because they are now in seventh position and only within a point of the Champions League zone.

Bournemouth, though still struggling in the bottom, grabbed some surprising victories. Their 3-3 draw with Everton won 2-1 at home and frustrate Chelsea 1-0 at Stamford Bridge.

From the rise of the underdog, they have the same inspiration: the spirit and determination. Small clubs shows on their rulers Premier Lague how to play with limited funds, while still providing an entertaining show. An insinuation to Manchester United and Chelsea.

Inconsistency experienced big clubs have given great room for underdogs to undermine their dominance. And it was put to good use by Claudio Ranieri, Alan Pardew, and Quique Sánchez Flores to bring the respective teams working against 'stability' at the top.

Daily Mail noted that four teams last season was in the top four in total have now lost 20 times this season. Some defeat incurred by the underdog: Bournemouth beat Manchester United and Leicester beat Chelsea. Do not forget also the absolute advantage over Liverpool at Watford last weekend.

Of internal teams, there are some things that make the underdog that could make a big surprise until the end of this year.

Starting from Leicester. Besides Jamie Vardy and Riyad Mahrez, Leicester also rely heavily on the work N'Golo Kante to escort them in the top spot. If Vardy and Mahrez responsible for scoring affair (both already make 28 goals, surpassing the number of goals 15 Premier League clubs in the other), Kante had a major role keeping the opponent's attack did not enter into the defending area of Leicester.

The Mali midfielder has made 60 successful intercept and 74 tackles. With the statistics Kante transformed into one of the best midfielders in the Premier League, and even in Europe until the turn of the year.

Different conditions occur in the Palace because they do not have a dominant scorer. Yohan Cabaye make a new one becomes top scorer with five goals, behind which there is Yannick Bolasie with four goals and Scott Dann with three goals.

Key for their success could be in a position right now is a solid rearguard. Palace total makes 89 blocks throughout this season, the highest among other Premier League teams. Palace also have statistics clearence okay in which so far has made a 507, the third highest in the Premier League.

Palace only conceded 16 times so far, which puts them in the top three as the club with most minimal amount of goals.

Another thing, the squad made by Alan Pardew also has a counter-attack that okay, that makes them as the club with the best away record in the whole 2015. From 16 away matches in the calendar year 2015, Palace won 11 victories. Including when playing at Stamford Bridge and Anfield.

Cabaye may not have a shiny appearance like Mahrez, but his role in midfield Palace remains very important. He had a 85% accuracy pass and makes 24 keys pass.

Watford there Odion Ighalo who become collecting primary goal. 26-year-old Nigerian attacker had been made 12 goals from 17 appearances this season. Including two that he made against Liverpool.

Up to 17 matches passed, Watford listed as the fifth best promotion team in the history of the Premier League. They were originally predicted to become a prisoner in the relegation zone now even be in the euro zone.

Not yet half the Premier League competition. That means a lot of things can still happen, including Leicester chances to survive at the top or the Palace and Watford go in the Champions League zone.

History records that had not happened since 1977 a new club promotion to the Premier League champions. When the Nottingham Forrest to do it with coach Brian Clough. Leicester City at this year could repeat such a surprise, even though they've been since last season's promotion.

Ayoze Perez Claims Wanted by MU & Spurs

2015-12-23T04:35:00.000-08:00

Newcastle - Newcastle United's young striker Ayoze Perez claims are being targeted by Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur. But for now he is still the focus to the team.

Ayoze starts to rise in the last season, which was his first season at Newcastle since joining from Tenerife. In that season he relied directly on the front line and scored seven goals from 36 appearances in the Premier League.

This season the 22-year-old player showed his potential by scoring four goals and two assists in 15 games in the league. That performance apparently enough to invite a number of the club's interest.

Manchester United and Spurs touted want him and then confirmed by Ayoze himself. Both clubs are indeed currently in need of the center forward position because both minimal stock.

MU only have Anthony Martial and Wayne Rooney in pure striker position. The need for a new striker increasingly urgent if you see the performance of Rooney who was not okay, only scored two goals in 13 league appearances. While Martial currently got four goals from 12 games.

While at Spurs, only the name of Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min that can be relied. Kane looked impressive so far with nine goals from 17 matches, while Son make a goal from nine games. Ayoze arrival will give Mauricio Pochettino relatively qualified replacement for Kane, as well as providing an internal competition for the Son which could boost the performance.

"There is truth in the discussion related to the interest in me. It was beneficial for me," said Ayoze told Radio Club Tenerife.

"There's a lot of truth in news of interest from Tottenham and Manchester Untied, but where I am currently in Newcastle," he said as quoted by the Standard.

Bony Disappointed Not Being a starter in the Emirates

2015-12-23T04:22:00.000-08:00

Manchester - Wilfried Bony was disappointed only be a backup when Manchester City visit to Arsenal. According to him, he more than deserves to be the starter than Sergio Aguero who had just returned from injury.

During Aguero sidelined due to injury in the game against Southampton, Bony be the choice of Manuel Pellegrini to become a striker. Ivory Coast striker appeared as a starter in three of four games City in all competitions and scored three goals.

However Bony start the match at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday (22/12), on the bench. To fill the front lines City, Pellegrini opted to play Aguero. It was a comeback Aguero after aside for almost three weeks because of injury.

In the end, Aguero who has difficulty showing his best performances were pulled out in the 63rd minute and was replaced by Bony. City themselves end the game with a 1-2 defeat of from the Gunners.

Bony was disappointed not selected by Pellegrini to be a starter in the match. Bony rate him more fit than Aguero who is recovering from injury.

"I'm disappointed I did not become a starter," Bony said as quoted by Soccerway. "I'm not the coach. The coach did what he thought was best for the team. He just had to choose 11 players."

"But I think I deserve to play, Aguero back from injury. He has not played for several weeks."

Bony said he would talk with the situation related Pellegrini. However the 27-year-old striker was ready to continue to work hard to help the team.

"My gut feeling is that I will be discussing this with the manager. I will continue to work hard, prepare well and then depending on the coach who he is down," said Bony.

"When I get in I just tried to do my best to score goals or provide assists to help the team win," he added.

Liverpool Without Skrtel For Six Week

2015-12-23T04:14:00.001-08:00

Liverpool - Problems in the Liverpool back line increases with the injury suffered by Martin Skrtel. Skrtel got a hamstring injury and will be sidelined for six weeks.

Skrtel pulled out in the first half when Liverpool were defeated Watford 0-3 on Sunday (20/12/2015). Slovakian defender had to be carried by the medical staff of the Reds out of the field.

Skrtel was thought to be sidelined for up to three months due to a hamstring injury he suffered. But, he muffled rumors.

"After all the rumors, I want to say that I would not be out of action for three months. After I suffered a torn tendon in the hamstring and I, I will be out for six weeks," wrote Skrtel on his Instagram account.

"I will work hard in the recovery process and will do everything in order to return to play as soon as possible and even stronger than ever! Thank you for your support," said the 31-year-old man.

If estimates Skrtel right, then he will miss the Premier League match against Leicester City, Sunderland, West Ham, Arsenal, Manchester United and Norwich City. In addition, he will also miss the League Cup semi-final match against Stoke City and the FA Cup match against Exeter City.

Skrtel injury will increasingly dizzying manager Juergen Klopp, who have lost Dejan Lovren until January. He now only has Mamadou Sakho, who has recovered from a knee injury, and Kolo Toure to fill the position of central defender.

Regular sleep, One of Key for Good Appearance Ozil This Season

2015-12-23T04:09:00.001-08:00

London - Mesut Ozil contribute greatly to the good pace of Arsenal this season. Many factors make German international players perform better this season. One of them, a regular sleep.

Ozil added two more assists in the Premier League this season when Arsenal face Manchester City. Now he collected 15 assists from 16 matches along 17 this week.

Contribution was greatly helped pace this season Arsenal were constantly harassed injury. Ozil himself for the appearance while improving his record last season by only making five assists and four goals.

Apparently, he changed a few small habits in this season. In addition, he calls his appearance could not be separated from the cooperation with the other players.

"The big change started when I was injured last season. I change the diet and little habits in my daily life," said Ozil was quoted as saying by the Guardian.

"For example, I have physiotherapy on the weekends I try to exercise and regular sleep. Two things it is quite crucial in the English league. It's a league the fastest and often requires us to play twice a week with no winter break.

"In addition, I remember how nostalgic I was on the football when it came to recovering from injury. I do not want it to happen again. That's why I tried to do everything to prevent it from happening again. I mean as if each player, including myself, look good then I will be more confident.

"This season the team is also more mature and more consistent. I'm getting help from friends in the field. Thanks to help them I could come up with the best performance," he explained.

Ranieri Confident Chelsea Soon Risen Also Impressed with Wenger

2015-12-23T00:07:00.001-08:00

Leicester - Leicester City existence at the top of the Premier League called the manager, Claudio Ranieri, as anomalies that will be disturbed by the big clubs.

Up to 17 Premier League matches so far Leicester capable entrenched in the top position of the standings with 38 points, two points ahead of Arsenal, who became the closest pursuer.

Manchester City was not long distances in third 32 points, with Manchester United, who finished fourth last season are now in fifth position with 29 points.

Defending champion Chelsea still fixated ranked 15th with 18 points, although the change of manager seemed to have a positive impact with the London club's 3-1 win over Sunderland last weekend.

"At this moment we are anomalies, also thanks to the fact that none of the big clubs who play at an appropriate level, but will not always like that," said Ranieri to dagospia.com quoted by Football Italia.

"I'm sure right with it, for example, Chelsea will soon be back on his way to the top and I was also impressed with my friend Arsene Wenger at Arsenal," he said.

Became King in Leicester, Mahrez Believed Not going anywhere

2015-12-23T00:02:00.000-08:00

Leicester - Riyad Mahrez steal attention because of the brilliant performance along with Leicester City. Mahrez believed would not be tempted to move to another club because he had become king in The Foxes.

Leicester success of the Premier League standings until now could not be separated from the major contribution Mahrez. Winger Algeria that has contributed 13 goals and seven assists for his team. Number of goal just lost teammate in Leicester, Jamie Vardy, who already make 15 goals.

Mahrez impressive performance that made a number of big clubs touted to recruit him. In addition to the big clubs of the Premier League, two French clubs are reportedly also interested in the 24-year-old player, the Paris Saint-Germain and Marseille.

However, Mahrez believed to be comfortable in Leicester. This belief was expressed by the Leicester manager, Claudio Ranieri.

"He will remain with us. He wants to stay with us. We want to keep him," said Ranieri on Sky Sports.

"He should be better and when he's better, he will make the team get better and when he makes the team so it's better, why would he want to go? He is the king here," added Ranieri.

"It is important for him to cope with the pressure because everyone is talking about him," he said.

Ranieri about Mourinho: About Disappointment, Fear, and Hugs

2015-12-23T00:01:00.000-08:00

Leicester - Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri judge there are times Jose Mourinho afraid to ranieri until scorn. But Ranieri not revenge.

Ranieri is now going through good times together with Leicester who was sitting atop the Premier League standings. Mourinho otherwise unemployed after leaving Chelsea after that London club's poor performance. The fact that Chelsea announced the separation after the defeat of Leicester adds an interesting relationship with Mourinho Ranieri.

Previously Mourinho ever replace Ranieri at Chelsea (2004). Then in Italy they also became a direct rival, the moment when Mourinho coached Inter Milan (2008-2010), while Ranieri at Juventus handle the same period (2007-2009) and then AS Roma (2009-2011).

Afterwards Ranieri also coached Inter (2011-2012), although not directly replace Mourinho, there is a ranges of Rafael Benitez, Leonardo, and Gianpiero Gasperini among their era.

Well, in the journey of the years that Mourinho with his trademark style also several times threw scorn to Ranieri who claims did not hold a grudge.

"You want to know the full truth? I am very disappointed in him," said Ranieri told dagospia.com quoted by Football Italia.

"He used to say things like that because he is afraid of me. That is what Mourinho, that his method to the opponent that he wanted to beat."

"Then my arrival at Leicester, he was the first to send a welcome message. When I hugged him at the end, I sincerely do," he said.

Leicester Not Ready to Compete For EPL Trophy

2015-12-22T09:56:00.003-08:00

Leicester - Leicester City manager, Claudio Ranieri, still low profile despite his team now lead the Premier League standings. According to Ranieri, Leicester are not yet ready to compete to be the champion.

The fate of Leicester at Christmas last year and this year is 180 degrees different. If last year The Foxes languished at the bottom of the standings, now they enthroned at the top.

Leicester so far get 38 points from 17 matches that they went through. They are two points ahead of Arsenal who are in the second position.

Ranieri reaffirmed that the target of the team this season is to avoid degradation by collecting at least 40 points. If the target has been reached, he would want to talk about other targets, including the possibility of seizing the title.

"We were not ready. We were not ready to compete to be the champion. But football is fantastic for this reason. The best team does not always win. This is not tennis," said Ranieri told Sky Sports.

"I am proud of my players and our fans. Our fans are dreaming and I do not want to wake them. We have to enjoy it, play out and without pressure. If the world is talking about you, then you enjoy it and continue to play," said manager origin Italian.

Leicester will face a tough test in the next two games, which come to the headquarters Liverpool (26/12) and host Manchester City (29/12).

"Anything can happen. If we win the next two games, we will have 44 points. In Liverpool, there is a very good atmosphere and we have to show our best game if you want to win there," said Ranieri.

"I really appreciate Jurgen Klopp. I see him in the winter break last season and see how he works. Liverpool have a very good manager," he said.

It has been three years in Liverpool, Coutinho: Time Wins Trophy

2015-12-22T09:48:00.000-08:00

Liverpool - January, exactly three years after Philippe Coutinho with Liverpool. In this third year, the Brazilian midfielder is hoping to win a trophy.

Coutinho joined Liverpool on January 26, 2013 ago from Inter Milan. Since then, has 121 appearances at various events listed in the 23-year player with a record 21 goals and 24 assists.

"Three years is wonderful. As I have said, in the beginning I get a very warm welcome from the fans, the teams, all who work here," he said on the club's official website.

"So I am very grateful to the club and now I hope I can help this team won trophies. It is important to continue to fight."

"We learned little at a time. When you arrive here, football is very different. The style of play, more intense, More use your body more quickly as well."

"These things I have developed since it's already arrived, because I come from a different style of football. And I hope to continue to grow," he added.

If there is one thing that may block Coutinho, it probably is a trophy that has not yet obtained along with 'The Red'. That's what determined the accomplishment in this third year.

Liverpool themselves are still very likely to win a trophy this season. They are still active in four competitions. If you consider the chance in the Premier League, small as it is still stuck in the top nine of the 17 weeks, there is still a chance in the League Cup, FA Cup and Europa League.

In the League Cup, Liverpool has reached the semi-finals and will be against Stoke City. The journey in the FA Cup is still far enough because it has recently reached the third round, where the team made by Juergen Klopp will face Exeter City.

While in the Europa League, the Anfield Gank currently exist in the last 32. They will fight agains Augsburg to qualify for the next round.

"We are in a good position. It is the goal of all involved here, we all focus on fighting for trophies and it was like we had a good chance in the competitions that we follow this year. We will fight for it and I hope we won the trophy this year, "said Coutinho.

Pedro Refutes Not Happy at Chelsea

2015-12-22T09:38:00.001-08:00

London - Less than a season at Chelsea, Pedro reportedly already not like at Stamford Bridge. But the issue was denied. Pedro also claimed to have been looking forward to working with Guus Hiddink.

Pedro brought Chelsea in the transfer market last summer. 28-year-old striker was brought from Barcelona for a fee of 21.4 million pounds.

But until now Pedro is still not shining. In the Premier League, the Spanish international has scored only two goals in 13 appearances.

Pedro then touted unhappy at Chelsea, especially after Jose Mourinho dismissed. Pedro reportedly wants to return to La Liga with Atletico Madrid as his goal.

But the news was denied by Pedro. He actually looking forward to working with Hiddink appointed as a replacement for Mourinho.

"I'm happy here. I am unhappy that the information was wrong. I am very pleased at this club," said Pedro to the Evening Standard as quoted by Sky Sports.

"I'm happy with the fans and the team. Obviously the situation is not good but together it is possible to climb the standings."

"Guus Hiddink is a coach who is very nice and I'm sure the club sure of himself. He spoke to me after the game against Sunderland for one minute in Spanish and I have a feeling that good. For me it was perfect. She said happy here and also with team, "he said.

Ivanovic: Forget PSG, Focus Fixing Position in standings

2015-12-22T09:32:00.000-08:00

London - Chelsea have not been in ideal conditions in the Premier League. Branislav Ivanovic demanded Chelsea in order to forget the match against Paris Saint-Germain for a moment to focus on improving the position in the standings.

The Blues were the winning track after defeating Sunderland 3-1 at the weekend, which marks the first game after the sacking of manager Jose Mourinho. Three figures obtained by lifting Chelsea to 15th with 18 points or two points adrift of the relegation zone and 12 points from Tottenham Hotspur in fourth position.

The pace of Chelsea in local and European competitions inversely. In the Champions League, Chelsea actually triumphed by winning Group G so that it will meet with PSG in the last 16, the two teams meeting for the third time in a row.

However, the game against PSG will be held in mid February. Now is the time for Chelsea to concentrate on the domestic competition.

"It's strange to play against the same team again, for the third time in a row but we'll have plenty of time to think about the match against Paris," said the Chelsea defender, who quoted Standard.

"Champions League totally different competition from the Premier League this season. We played okay and finish first in the group. But it does not benefit us against PSG because we will play a difficult game. However, we do not flinch in facing the team anywhere with the quality we have, "said Ivanovic.