Sterling not in Blues’ plans
At Chelsea, not much to remember after the 0-2 defeat against Manchester City except for Maresca’s statement about Raheem Sterling. Mirror reports that the Chelsea manager has admitted that the winger’s departure is a possible option. Left out of the squad for this match, Chelsea need to slim down and Sterling’s salary is a problem. Despite the strong competition and this exclusion, the player’s entourage assures that he wants to honor his contract and establish himself with the Blues. Juventus have in any case come forward to get him back in the event of a departure.
Naples in the middle of a storm
After Napoli’s heavy 3-0 defeat against Hellas Verona, Antonio Conte did not mince his words as highlighted The Sports Gazette on its front page: ” My heart is bleeding, I apologize. I am ashamed of myself and our performance. “A defeat that symbolises Naples’ free fall since its championship title. In addition to this setback, the club from the south of Italy lost its star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to injury.
Refereeing error between Brentford and Crystal Palace
Of all the matches in England yesterday, the one between Crystal Palace and Brentford was the one that got people talking because of a refereeing error. As the Daily MailEze had scored a goal from a free-kick but referee Mr Barrott whistled a foul in the box before the ball hit the net, considering that Hughes had pushed Collins to the ground. Replays showed that there was no contact or at least very light. There was a brief VAR check but it was impossible to overturn the referee’s decision already taken. The main person concerned himself admitted to having made a mistake, and Olivier Glasner warmly praised his honesty.
