Quang Hai prepares to face former Man United midfielder; MU suffers heavy losses after defeat to PSG
(Baonghean.vn) - Lingard and Martial's consecutive injuries are a big loss for the Red Devils; Cong Phuong will debut for his new team on Valentine's Day; Zaniolo scores a double, Roma defeats Porto; Chelsea finalizes a coach to replace Sarri... are today's interesting sports news.
Cong Phuong will debut for his new team on Valentine's Day
According to information from Hoang Anh Gia Lai Club, striker Nguyen Cong Phuong has completed the necessary procedures to go to Korea for a medical examination today (February 13).
The curly-haired striker is expected to debut for his new team on Valentine's Day, February 14. Furthermore, the leaders of Incheon United Club have sent an invitation to Coach Park Hang-seo with the hope that the head coach of the Vietnam National Team can attend this ceremony.
Coach Park Hang-seo was given a car
According to Korean media, the strategist of the Vietnam National Team recently received many "huge" sponsorship and companion programs in his home country. BMW Company gave Mr. Park a BMW X4 for convenient travel in Korea. The selling price of this car in Vietnam is about 2.5 billion VND. A year ago, Mr. Park was given a Kia Optima car by a business in Vietnam.
Quang Hai prepares to face Fellaini's club
- With the victory over Bangkok United, Hanoi FC will enter the final qualifying round of the AFC Champions League. Quang Hai and his teammates will face Shandong Luneng FC. This club has just signed Mauroane Fellaini - former Man United midfielder.
Notably, Shandong Luneng Club has just signed midfielder Mauroane Fellaini, who was once a favorite of Jose Mourinho.
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| Fellaini left MU to join Shandong Luneng. |
Shandong Luneng immediately jumped in to recruit the Belgian player for £10.5 million in the winter transfer window.
The match between Hanoi FC and Shandong Luneng will take place at 3:30 p.m. on February 19. Meanwhile, Bangkok United has also secured a spot in the AFC Cup.
MU suffered heavy losses after defeat against PSG
The Red Devils suffered a double defeat in their first defeat under Solskjaer as Lingard and Martial left the field early due to injury, while Pogba was suspended for the return leg in Paris.
Jesse Lingard suffered a serious hamstring injury late in the first half during a sprint. The 26-year-old midfielder sat down in pain before being substituted at the end of the first half.
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Lingard suffered a serious hamstring injury. |
The same was the case with Anthony Martial. After a lackluster first 45 minutes, the Frenchman showed signs of muscle strain, forcing Solskjaer to take him off early.
The two substitutes, Alexis Sanchez and Juan Mata, were both disappointing. Therefore, MU had to sadly lose 0-2, after accurate finishes from Kimpembe and Mbappe.
The consecutive injuries of Lingard and Martial are a big loss for the Red Devils, especially in the context that they are facing an extremely difficult schedule.
Early next week, MU will face Chelsea in the 5th round of the FA Cup. Then, they return to Old Trafford to welcome Liverpool in the Premier League.
Coach Solskjaer hopes that both Lingard and Martial will recover from their injuries soon so they can play the second leg of the Champions League round of 16 against PSG on March 5.
In the rematch at the Parc des Princes, MU will also be without the services of conductor Paul Pogba. The French midfielder will be suspended after receiving two yellow cards in the last match.
MU buys 80 million Euro star to pair with Pogba
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| Midfielder Ndombele. Photo: Getty |
Zaniolo scores twice, Roma defeats Porto
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| Zaniolo (right) celebrates a goal with his two attacking partners: Dzeko (left) and El Shaarawy (middle). Photo: Reuters |
Despite their ups and downs in Serie A, AS Roma showed a different side when they hosted Porto in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie. Having pressed the field for most of the match, Roma finally made a difference within six minutes of the second half. The man who brought joy to Roma was new signing Nicolo Zaniolo. The Italian scored two goals in the 70th and 76th minutes to put Roma 2-0 up. What Porto did was reduce the score to 1-2 through Adrian Lopez in the 79th minute. Winning 2-1 on aggregate, Roma took the advantage ahead of the return leg in Portugal.
Chelsea finalizes coach to replace Sarri
According to Metro, Chelsea legend Zola will be appointed to replace coach Sarri if the Italian coach is fired by The Blues. Many sources confirm that Mr. Sarri will be fired this February. Zola is currently Sarri's assistant at Chelsea.
Ramos reaches 600 matches
If he plays in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 against Ajax (early morning of February 14), Sergio Ramos will have played 600 matches for Real Madrid in all competitions. In 599 previous matches for Real, Ramos has scored 84 goals, a very impressive number for a defender.
Legend Gordon Banks dies at 81
Legendary goalkeeper of England's 1966 World Cup-winning team Gordon Banks has passed away at the age of 81. Gordon Banks' family confirmed that he passed away peacefully in his sleep. During his career, in addition to the 1966 victory, Banks won two League Cups with Stoke City and Leicester City. A series of famous former players and football stars, including Pele, sent their condolences to Gordon Banks' family.