morata speaks on ac milan victory

Morata speaks on AC Milan victory: “we had to fight like lions’’

AC Milan striker Alvaro Morata was happy after the club’s Champions League victory at former team Real Madrid. Morata scored in the shocking 3-1 victory on Tuesday night.  He later said, “It was an important match, for us, for the fans and for the club. We had to fight like lions and today we played a great match. We were both clear-headed with the ball and suffered together. “Let’s stay on the same page, we don’t have to set off fireworks. It’s important to win here. “Right emotion, 300 kilometres from here people are going through hell. Happy for my team, but it’s a group match.” On man-of-the-match Rafael Leao, Morata added: “We never had any doubts. He can make football history, it has to be like this every game and we are happy for Rafa.”

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Benfica legend afraid to lose Carreras to Manchester United

Former Benfica defender Alvaro Magalhaes has some worries about losing Alvaro Fernandez Carreras, a key player for the club. The Primeira Liga side signed Carreras from Manchester United permanently during the summer transfer window.  Considering his noteworthy performance in local games, Magalhaes believes that Manchester boos Ruben Amorim will trigger a buy-back clause to get Carreras back to Old Trafford in January.  Magalhaes, while speaking to A Bola, said: “I only fear that Ruben Amorim will take him to Manchester United. “It seems to me that he has the quality to be one of the first options and looking at the squad I believe that with the new coaching staff he could be a possibility again, especially because the new coach knows him very well from what he saw of him at Benfica.” “The decision is not just in the club’s hands,” Magalhaes said.

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enrique admits to turning down atletico madrid

PSG coach Enrique admits turning down Atletico Madrid

Ahead of PSG meeting Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, Les Parisiens coach Luis Enrique recalled turning down a job from Madrid in 2011.  “The interest was true, but I had already given my word to another club. Although Atlético was very lucky because I would not have been half of the years it has been with Simeone. I don’t have that energy. Luck had the love of Atlético,” smiled Enrique. “Tomorrow I will see Mr. Simeone again with him. I already coincided as a player. He is a top coach. I admire when I see that a coach has been in a big club for so many years. I know how difficult it is to convince his players and when he is there for so many years he can only be a top coach. “It will be a very difficult game that collectively knows what they play and individually they have a lot of quality.” He added, “We arrived at the equator of a competition in which we do not know what can happen. We focus on tomorrow’s game and do things better than the rival to be closer to victory.”

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inter miami boss martino end rumours about a neymar reunion

Inter Miami boss Martino end rumours about a Neymar reunion

Inter Miami coach Tata Martino cannot promise that Al Hilal player Neymar will join his club. Although Neymar just bought property in Miami, his former Barca coach has played down the possibility of a reunion.  Martino said: “The thing is that we are throwing names around for the sake of it. You can’t talk so easily and freely about footballers who might or might not come. I think that when we talk about this, we need another kind of support. “We can’t talk and mention a player just because he bought a house or because he started dating a girl from Fort Lauderdale. It would be nonsense. First, we have to analyze what the league offers and if this is really possible. Based on that, today this is impossible, so there is no more continuity in the conversation.” The Argentine also said: “If all those who buy a house are going to come and play for Inter, we are in trouble, so they should close the real estate agency.” (He joked). I arrived at Barcelona at the same time as Ney, it was a good year and for me being able to manage players of such high standing will be a special memory, but nothing more than that.”

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buffalo sabres vs ottawa senators

NHL Predictions Today: Buffalo Sabres VS Ottawa Senators Expert Picks

The Buffalo Sabres and Ottawa Senators will meet tonight at the KeyBank Center to play a Sabres VS Senators division match.  Use MatchPlug to get the NHL Predictions today for the Sabres VS Senators game. You can trust the Prediction today, picks, odds, and analysis we laid out in this preview. Betting Preview For Buffalo Sabres VS Ottawa Senators  Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On The Buffalo Sabres The Buffalo Sabres lost their third consecutive match over the weekend when the Detroit Red Wings beat them 2-1 at home. They led 1-0 into the third period, but Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen conceded two power-play goals in the last period. Buffalo, which entered that match 31st on the power play, could not score on two of their power plays.  Right wing Alex Tuch delivered the Sabres lone goal, his fourth one of the year. The team’s offense has struggled recently, failing to pass three goals in three straight matches.  Betting On The Ottawa Senators  The Ottawa Senators have two of their last three matches, plus a 3-0 win over the Seattle Kraken at home on Saturday. Anton Forsberg stopped all of Seattle’s 22 shots on the nerve to guard the shutout. The Senators were 1-0 in the first period on a backhanded goal by Adam Gaudette and didn’t look back. Brady Tkachuk and Tim Stuzle also scored for Ottawa. The team had just 25 hits versus only 14 for the Kraken. Their goalies have played well recently, stopping their rivals on two goals or less in three consecutive contests.  MatchPlug Prediction On Buffalo Sabres VS Ottawa Senators  The last three matches between the Sabres and Senators at KeyBank passed the predicted goal total, with eight pucks entering the net in their last match. Every sign points to a high-scoring affair in Buffalo today. Back over in this game.  Final Prediction: Over 6.5

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nhl predictions today: carolina hurricanes vs philadelphia flyers

NHL Predictions Today: Carolina Hurricanes VS Philadelphia Flyers Expert Picks

Carolina Hurricanes and Philadelphia Flyers will clash at a Metropolitan Division event at PNC Arena. Philadelphia is eighth position in the division, while Carolina is 3rd position. Watch Hurricanes VS Flyers.  MatchPlug has a Sure Win Prediction Today for the Hurricanes VS Flyers. Use the Prediction today, picks, odds, and analysis we laid out in this preview. Betting Preview for Carolina Hurricanes VS Philadelphia Flyers  Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On The Carolina Hurricanes  The Carolina Hurricanes are playing exceptionally well so early in the season as they are 3rd in the Metropolitan Division. They have a record of 8-2-0 and will face a struggling side, which means they’ll pull out all the stops here. Their recent match at home against Washington Capitals, a 4-2 win, shows that they are good enough to play stronger teams. Carolina’s offense unit has been remarkable so far, with the club flourishing in 5th position in the NHL for goals scored, they averaged 3.90 goals per match. The Hurricanes’ power play is operating at a 26.5% success rate, and their penalty kill at 84.6%, show the parts of the game to continue on if they want to keep winning.  Betting On The Philadelphia Flyers  The Philadelphia Flyers are 8th in the Metropolitan Division with a 4-7-1 record, they enter this match winning 3 of their last five matches ahead of this fixture. Their latest match against the Boston Bruins 3-0 at home in a defeat is a sign that things could get very hard for them against teams that intend to make the playoffs.  Philadelphia’s offense has done a poor job of scoring in the opponent’s nets. They average 2.50 per match, which is 29th in the NHL. Their weak offensive attack has reared its head recently as they only scored four goals in their last three matches.  MatchPlug Prediction For Carolina Hurricanes VS Philadelphia Flyers  The Flyers have struggled to score goals, while the Hurricanes have scored four goals in all of their last five matches. Carolina’s ability to avoid the penalty box has been a huge factor with only 92 penalty minutes, then Philadelphia has 145 total penalty minutes. Expect the Hurricanes to win multiple goals here.  Final Prediction: Carolina Hurricanes SPREAD -1.5. 

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montreal canadiens vs calgary flames

NHL Predictions Today: Montreal Canadiens VS Calgary Flames Expert Picks

Fans can expect a thrilling non-conference NHL matchup as the Calgary Flames visit Montreal Canadiens tonight at Bell Centre. Don’t miss Canadiens VS Flames. MatchPlug has the NHL Predictions for the Canadiens VS Flames. Use the Prediction today, picks, odds, and analysis we laid out in this preview. Betting Preview for Montreal Canadiens VS Calgary Flames  Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On The Montreal Canadiens The Montreal Canadiens have been fighting on the offensive side of the ice as they are 23rd in the league with 33 goals scored right now. Center Nick Suzuki has been leading the Canadiens since he scored 13 points (four goals, nine assists) to begin the season and has secured 6 points in the last 5 matches.  Cayden Primeau will guard the post for Montreal and has performed terribly, as he is  1-2-1 with a .861 save percentage and 4.38 goals permitted per match. Primeau struggled the last time he goaltended against the Washington Capitals as he conceded 6 goals on 34 shot attempts in a defeat. As a team, Canadiens ranks 29th in the league with 50 goals allowed too.  Betting On The Calgary Flames  The Calgary Flames started well this season as they hope to keep recording points. The Flames are 20th in hockey with 35 goals scored so far. Defenseman Rasmuns Andersson leads the team with 11 points (four goals, seven assists) so far but only had one point in his last four matches.  Dusty Wolf is doing a great job early this season and will be the goalkeeper for this match. So far this campaign he is 3-1-0 with 3.19 goals conceded per game and a .907 save percentage. In his most recent match against the Utah Hockey Club, he permitted 5 goals on 28 shot attempts.  MatchPlug Prediction For Montreal Canadiens VS Calgary Flames  The Canadiens and Flames defenses have been on two different paths recently. Calgary is allowing 3.5 goals in their last four matches while Montreal conceded 5.7 goals in their last three matches. Take the Flames to win here.  Final Prediction: Calgary Flames Moneyline. 

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toronto maple leafs vs boston bruins

NHL Predictions Today: Toronto Maple Leafs VS Boston Bruins Expert Picks

The Boston Bruins will visit the Toronto Maple Leafs tonight to play out a Maple Leafs VS Bruins matchup.  MatchPlug has a NHL Predictions today for the Maple Leafs VS Bruins. Use the Prediction today, picks, odds, and analysis we laid out in this preview. Betting Preview for Toronto Maple Leafs VS Boston Bruins  Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On The Toronto Maple Leafs The Toronto Maple Leafs come home after a two-match skid that saw them lose to the St. Louis Blues and Minnesota Wilds. In the defeat to Minnesota, the Maple Leafs scored a power-play goal that came in OT, and had a defensive fault that took Matt Boldy on a breakaway and scored the winner.  Mitch Marner leads Toronto, he has 14 points. Up next is William Nylander with 13 points, Auston Matthews and John Tavares share 11 points, while Matthew Knies has 7 points. Anthony Stolarz might start for the Maple Leafs. He has 4-2-2 with a 2.38 GAA and a .919 SV%, at home he is 3-1 with a 2.02 GAA and a 9.32 SV%.  Betting On The Boston Bruins  The Boston Bruins won the Seattle Kraken 2-0 last Sunday. Jeremy Swayman stopped all the 23 shots fired at him. The Bruins, picked up a 2-0 lead after the first period and maintained this score for the rest of the match to emerge victors. Justin Brazeau and Charlie Coyle scored for them. David Pastrnak leads Boston with 11 points, Brad Marchand has 10 points, Elias Lindholm has 8 points, while Mark Kastelic and Cole Koepke share 7 points. Jeremy Swayman will start for the Bruins. He is 4-4-1 with a 3.16 GAA and a .895 SV%. On the road this campaign, Swayman is 0-2-1 with a 4.35 GAA and .884 SV%.  MatchPlug Prediction For Toronto Maple Leafs VS Boston Bruins  The Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins have been inconsistent this year, but the Bruins are a worthy underdog. Swayman had a slow start to the season due to him missing training camp and preseason, but he has played well recently. Toronto has struggled too and will not fare well against Jerry, especially with a weak offense. Take Boston to win.  Final Prediction: Boston Bruins Moneyline. 

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nhl predictions today: new york islanders vs pittsburgh penguins

NHL Predictions Today: New York Islanders VS Pittsburgh Penguins Expert Picks

The NHL season continues its packed 11-match slate tonight. One of the main games to look at is Islanders VS Penguins. The Pittsburgh Penguins and New York Islanders will clash in the Metropolitan Division.  Use MatchPlug to get the NHL Predictions today for the Islanders VS Penguins game. You can trust the Prediction today, picks, odds, and analysis we laid out in this preview. Betting Preview For New York Islanders VS Pittsburgh Penguins  Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On The New York Islanders The New York Islanders have struggled this season with a record of 4-6-2. The Islanders offense has disappointed, and they can’t close out matches down the stretch. All of this has put them in 7th place in the Metropolitan division.  When it comes to form, New York has dropped 4 of their last 5 matches. The defeats were to the Florida Panthers (6-3), Anaheim Ducks ((3-1), Columbus Blue Jackets (2-0), and Dallas Stars, while the single victory was a 4-3 win on the road against the Buffalo Sabres.  Betting On The Pittsburgh Penguins  The new season has been a challenging one for Mike Sullivan and the Pittsburgh Penguins, as they are only 5-7-1 out of the gate. The Penguins already took a six-game skid, but they got back on track and delivered two victories. Pittsburgh’s recent victories were at home, when they defeated the Ducks (2-1 OT) and Canadiens (3-1), recently.  Offensively, the Penguins have ranked 19th (2.9 GPG) so far this year and 31st defensively (3.54 GAA). They are priced at +340 to make the playoffs (-450 to miss). MatchPlug Prediction On New York Islanders VS Pittsburgh Penguins  The Penguins are gathering momentum, as they have secured two wins in a row. Despite many early defensive challenges, Pittsburgh permitted just one goal in all of their recent victories. Provided they can maintain their good defense and goaltending, they wouldn’t need much to win against the New York Islanders today.  Final Prediction: Pittsburgh Penguins Moneyline. 

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NHL Predictions Today: Minnesota Wild VS Los Angeles Kings Expert Picks

The Minnesota Wild will visit the Los Angeles Kings at Xcel Energy Center. LA has a 6-3-3 record, while Minnesota has an 8-1-2 record. Watch Wild VS Kings.  MatchPlug has a NHL Predictions for the Wild VS Kings. Use the Prediction today, picks, odds, and analysis we laid out in this preview. Betting Preview for Minnesota Wild VS Los Angeles Kings  Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On The Minnesota Wild  The Minnesota Wild have had a good offense this term. They scored 3 or higher goals in eight of the previous 10 matches. Minnesota is 8th in goals per game and 18th in shots per game. Kirill Kaprizov leads them with 21 points.  Minnesota’s defense and goaltending have been good for them this year. The Wilds are fourth in goals against per game and 16th in shots against per game. Filip Gustavsson has a 6-1-1 record with a GAA of 2.12 and .924 SV%. Marc-Andre Fleury has a record of 2-0-1 with a 2.93 GAA and .899 SV%.  Betting On The Los Angeles Kings  The Los Angeles Kings’ offense has been great so far this campaign. The Kings scored 3 or more goals in 7 of their last 10 matches. They are 13th in goals per match and 11th in shots per game. Anze Kopitar leads the club with 13 points. LA’s defense has been impressive, but the goaltending scores are below average this season. The Kings are 22nd in goals against per game and 3rd in shots against per match. Darcy Keumper is 3-0-3 with a 3.11 GAA and .890 SV%. David Rittich has a record of 3-3-0 with a 3.09 GAA and .870 SV%.  MatchPlug Prediction For Minnesota Wild VS Los Angeles Kings  The Wild are playing at home with a Kings team that has been on back-to-back matches. Minnesota will win this match with two goals or more.  Final Prediction: Minnesota Wild 1-5. 

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