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West Ham v Man City Result: City slipped to a 2-2 Draw as the Epl title comes alive

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4 years ago

May 16, 2022

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Manchester City failed to win all three points against West Ham on Sunday after playing a 2-2 draw at the London Stadium.

West Ham v Man city Match Report: The draw by the table-toppers consequently keeps the Premier League title race open as Manchester City are now four points ahead of Liverpool that will play Southampton on Tuesday night.

Guardiola’s side would have secured their sixth English Premier League title if they win the game against West Ham but they were deprived by the home team who are seeking to secure a Europa League qualification.

The game started with Manchester City having the full confidence of winning following the superb form that saw them scoring ten goals in two matches. Although, playing away from home may somehow turn sour which the visiting team does not want to believe will be their case.

Unfortunately, Jarrod Bowen is not a respecter of the citizens. Bowen scored a brace in the first half to keep the home team a 2-0 lead.

City needed not to be told that the title is already slipping off their hands. City had been sitting on the top of the Premier League table since October, will face the greatest embarrassment if they fail to win the title.

The second half started on a lighter note for the visiting team when Jack Grealish scored an equalizer in the 49th minute restoring the hope of the citizens.

West Ham were tensed, and all effort by the home team to contain the attacking force of Man City proved abortive when Vladimir Coufal’s own-goal in the 69th minute.

With the scoreline being 2-2 with 20 minutes left to play, City’s hope of securing a victory was rekindled. The visiting team kept mounting pressure on West Ham until it paid off. In the 85th minute, Gabriel Jesus drove right into the opponent’s box and was carelessly brought down by Craig Dawson.

Initially, the Referee thought it to be a dive but after a thorough review by the VAR, the Referee Anthony Taylor awarded a penalty by pointing to the penalty spot.

Riyad Mahrez stepped forward and sent the ball in the direction Fabianski dived it. What a miss!

West Ham never let such an expensive mistake repeat itself as they ensured the points are shared at the London Stadium as it ended 2-2. Man City are now four points ahead of Liverpool at the top of the Premier League Table.

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What The Draw Mean To Liverpool

With the draw at West Ham, Liverpool will be looking forward to closing the gap to a point when they play Southampton on Tuesday evening.

Regardless of Liverpool’s result against Southampton, a victory against Aston Villa at Etihad stadium in the final day fixture will guarantee City their sixth Premier League title.

Villa’s manager Steven Gerard being a Liverpool legend is up to do Liverpool a huge favour by defeating the Guardiola’s side at Etihad.

The England legend will put in everything possible to ensure that his former club had the best possible chance of winning the English Premier League title.

The Permutation Ahead of Title Race

Man City drew at London Stadium but it does not mean the EPL title is off their grip. The citizens now have 90 points with one game at hand before the end of the season. Second-placed Liverpool, with a game in hand, currently have 89 points and can make it 92 points before the final day game.

If the Jurgen Klopp’s side wins at Southampton on Tuesday evening, City will need a victory or to at least match Liverpool’s final day result against Wolves when they host Aston Villa at the Etihad to guarantee the title.

However, if Liverpool loses against Southampton, it means Man City are automatically the winners of the 2021/22 English Premier League title. A draw will make it almost an assurance for City, which means Liverpool can still win the title if they drew against Southampton and won on a high goal margin against Wolves and Man city loss their final game against Aston Villa.

Match Analysis: City Comeback Spirit

The team supporter experienced the best feeling at the London Stadium after Bowen’s second goal to mark an emotional tribute to their captain Mark Noble, as he played his last game for the club.

Knowing fully well what is at stake to the Guardiola’s side, everyone expected a sure victory for the visiting team which will at least take them six points above second-placed Liverpool with one game remaining. But West Ham had a better plan in their quest to secure Europa League qualification.

Bowen’s shocking double sent a cold sweat down the spine of Pep Guardiola and his men. Man City had not trailed a Premier League game since February – let alone to be trailed by two goals. No doubt, West Ham served them a dose of their own medicine.

Injuries were Man City’s major rivals even before the game at London Stadium, City had lost Ruben Dias, John Stones, and Kyle Walker all to injuries, leaving them with a backup selection in the defense line which West Ham succeeded in overpowering in the first 45 minutes.

However, City were quick in their response after the break as Grealish succeeded in pulling one back before Coufal’s own goal brought them level.

The visiting team walked off the pitch at the end of 90 minutes in a disappointing mood despite securing a point away at the London Stadium, Mahrez’s penalty miss made the draw seems like a missed opportunity rather than a creditable comeback.

What Next?

Manchester City face Aston Villa in the final day fixture of the English Premier League with Liverpool looking forward to overpowering Southampton and Wolves. West Ham will travel to Brighton with the hope that Manchester United will lose or drop a point in their final day of the Premier League season on Sunday at 4pm.

Man City’s Next Fixture

May 22 – Aston Villa (H) Premier League

Liverpool’s Remaining Fixtures

May 17 – Southampton (a) Premier League, live on Sky Sports

May 22 – Wolves (H) Premier League

West Ham’s Next Fixture

May 22 – Brighton (A) Premier League

Mark Noble Appreciates an “Emotional” Send-Off

Unfortunately, the game against City was a send-off for West Ham’s captain Mark Noble. Noble was a childhood fan of West Ham United and has been with the club for the past 18 years. The English midfielder joined the West Ham United’s Academy in 2003 and has been in the club since then.

Noble was all in tears in his farewell speech to the club fans before the game against Man City. His passion and love for the club cannot be overstated.

He said “It was a fantastic send-off from the fans today. It’s been a long lead-up to this game because I announced it last season and what a season it’s been.

“I couldn’t have asked for a better send-off. Very rarely at this level of football do you get to make your own exit and I’ve been lucky enough to do that.

“It’s the right time now to go and spend time with the family. I’ll always be associated with West Ham.

“They’ve made it clear to me, the board, the owners, and the boss that they want me to stay but I’m definitely going to have a holiday and see what happens in the future.”

West Ham v Man City Player Ratings

West Ham:

Fabianski (9)

Coufal (6)

Kurt Zouma (7)

Craig Dawson (7)

Cresswell (6)

Rice (8)

Tomas Soucek (7)

Lanzini (7)

Fornals (8)

Jarrod Bowen (9)

Michail Antonio (8)

Subs: Noble (6).

Man City:

Ederson (6)

Joao Cancelo (6)

Fernandinho (6)

Laporte (6)

Zinchenko (6)

Rodri (8)

De Bruyne (7)

Jack Grealish (8)

Bernado Silva (7)

Riyad Mahrez (6)

Gabriel Jesus (7).

Subs: None.

Man of the match: Jarrod Bowen.

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Adrie van der Poel deelt verontrustend bericht over Mathieu

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2 weeks ago

January 3, 2026

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Wout van Aert kende een dramatische afloop aan de cross in Mol, maar ook Mathieu van der Poel kwam niet ongeschonden uit deze wedstrijd. De Nederlander had het bijzonder koud, en kwam zelf eerder ook ten val. Vader Adrie zag daar een probleem.

Valpartij had invloed

Nochtans maakte Van der Poel duidelijk dat hij geen schade heeft overgehouden aan zijn tuimeling: “Eigenlijk viel ik zelfs nog zacht”, aldus de Nederlander. “Ik kreeg gewoon mijn voet niet uit mijn klikpedaal in het zand, waardoor ik stomweg omviel. Maar ik heb er gelukkig geen last van.”

Zo zag vader Adrie het echter niet tijdens de wedstrijd. In een interview met Sporza stelde hij immers dat Van der Poel last ondervond van zijn eerdere valpartij, eerder nog dan van de koude. Al voegde Adrie er ook wel aan toe dat zijn zoon niet bepaald staat te springen voor een koers in de sneeuw.

Van der Poel viseert enkel de koude

Reken daarbij nog de haast ondragelijke koude, en we kregen een verkleumde Van der Poel te zien na de finish. In zijn interviews achteraf stond hij nog steeds te bibberen, en maakte de wereldkampioen duidelijk dat hij behoorlijk hard had afgezien.

“Het was geen aangename cross. Ik heb het nu al een beetje warmer, maar ik heb zeker veel koud geleden vandaag”, luidde het bij MVDP. “Je weet ook dat wanneer je nadien weer opwarmt, het vijf minuten echt veel pijn gaat doen. Met dat gevoel was ik de laatste rondes al bezig.”

Voor Van der Poel was de conclusie dan ook duidelijk: “Dit was de moeilijkste wedstrijd van het jaar. Na een tijd hadden mijn handen en voeten zo veel koud dat het niet meer vanzelf ging.” Nu maar hopen dat vader Adrie toch geen gelijk krijgt over een mogelijke blessure, die door onderkoeling mogelijk onder de radar zou zijn gebleven.

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Manchester United vs Chelsea: Match Preview, Head-to-Head, Injury Update, and Prediction Tips

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4 months ago

September 25, 2025

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Manchester United vs Chelsea: Get the detailed Preview, Head-to-Head, Team news and Prediction Tips here as the Red Devils welcome Gunners.

The Red Devils will be hosting visitors Chelsea at Old Trafford in the Premier League fixture on Thursday

Here is a thorough match preview on the recent performance, Current form, Head-to-Head, and statistics for Manchester United vs Chelsea – along with the latest betting tips.

Manchester United

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Manchester United have not been in their best performance in recent time. The red devils have only one win in their last six matches. They will be hoping to return to winning ways after the 3-1 Premier League defeat in their last game at Emirates Stadium.

In their away match at Emirates Stadium, Manchester United were outclassed by the Gunners, as the Red Devils managed 45% possession and 14 shot attempt with only 5 of them on target. Cristiano Ronaldo came to the rescue in 34th-minute after the visitors were 2-0 down.

While Arsenal on the other hand enjoyed 55% ball possession, had 14 shots with 7 on target. Two early goals from Nuno Tavares in the 3rd minute, and Bukayo Saka in the 32nd minute gave the gunners a comfortable lead. Bruno Fernandes failed to convert a spot-kick as Granit Xhaka sealed the victory for Arsenal in the 70th minute.

Manchester United’s recent performance has been worse than usual. They have conceded in all of their last 6 matches, amounting to 12 goals conceded in 6 matches. This is the kind of record every Chelsea fan will like to hear right now.

PRE-MATCH FACTS

The Red Devils have not lost any of their league matches against Chelsea in their last 8 matches. That is quite a long run between the two clubs without a loss.
However, despite their 8 matches unbeaten run against the Blues, they haven’t won against Chelsea in their last 3 premier league matches.
And lastly, Manchester United haven’t lost against Chelsea in their previous 7 league matches at home.

Chelsea

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Chelsea are heading into the match against Manchester United as the favorite contenders. The blues recorded a slim 1-0 victory against West Ham United in the Premier League fixture on Sunday

Chelsea who welcomed West Ham United enjoyed a 67% possession and 26 shots attempt with only 5 on target. Despite the large possession of the ball, the blue’s attack was blunt firing 21 shots off-target. Thanks to Christian Pulisic’s stoppage-time goal that secured the victory for the home team. West Ham United tried to get at least a point off the current world champions, managed 33% ball possession, and got 6 attempts with only 2 on target.

Looking at their last 6 premier league fixtures, Chelsea have won 4 and loss 2 scoring 15 goals. Remarkably, the blues scored in all of their last 6 premier league matches and conceded 9 goals.

PAST MEETINGS WITH MANCHESTER UNITED

In their previous meetings, Chelsea have not won against Manchester United at Old Trafford in the previous 8 league matches. Also, Chelsea have not been defeated in their last 5 away league matches

HEAD-TO-HEAD

This fixture is one of the biggest matches in the English Premier League. Looking at their head-to-head meetings in the Premier League stretching from the 2018/2019 season to date, both teams have met six times, Manchester United won 2 of these games while Chelsea won 1, and a record of 3 draws.

INJURY UPDATE: Manchester United

According to Manchester United coach Ralf Rangnick, the following players will not be available for the match against Chelsea at Old Trafford.

Paul Pogba (Calf Injury)

Fred (Problems with the hip flexor)

Edinson Cavani (Calf Injury)

Luke Shaw (Leg Injury)

INJURY UPDATE: Chelsea

According to Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel, only Ben Chilwell who suffered a Ruptured cruciate ligament, and will not be available for the trip to Old Trafford.

Prediction

Considering their recent performance, Manchester United will need a miracle to win all 3 points against this Chelsea side. I think the best the Red devils can do is to pick a point.
I’m tipping over 1.5 goals for this match.

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Talking Soccer Florida : Best Reviews and all you need to know

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3 years ago

October 23, 2022

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