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The English Premier League played several pivotal matches this past weekend that could have significant ramifications in determining the outcome of this season’s title race. One of the biggest surprises was Nottingham Forest managing to beat Manchester City for the first time in 30 years. Meanwhile, Liverpool secured its own very narrow victory that keeps its title hopes alive. Also, the transfer market is buzzing, with a number of clubs linked to several big names from around Europe.
History Made: Nottingham Beats City on the Football Pitch
When the result came in that Nottingham Forest had beaten Manchester City 2–1 in the Premier League, and it was announced that this was the first time the team in red had celebrated a victory over City in 30 years, I’m not sure which of the reporters following the club was more shocked: those who cover Forest or those who cover City. This was a huge blow to City’s title hopes, with the team in strong contention to repeat as champions.
According to Pep Guardiola, the team has had issues defensively of late, and this might be a tip-off as to why. City desperately needs to right the ship, especially for the types of matches they will be facing in the next month.
Liverpool Survives: A Win Is a Win
It might not have looked very much like a victory, but somehow Liverpool managed to win 1–0 against an awful Tottenham team that somehow is still in the Premier League. The match could’ve gone several other ways, but in the end, the team that is managed by Jurgen Klopp and plays in red came out on top. This bunch of Reds looks a whole lot better now than the teams we were watching on the pitch two months ago.
Also, and this is very related, the transfer market appears to be a very, very serious concern for some key players.
Manchester United: What Is the Deal?
Part One: Who Buys Whom?
The Red Devils are mentioned as a club that might have a real financial wrecking ball effect take place in the summer. Reports this past week indicated that a number of key players might be sold off for a decent sum of money. It appears United has quite a number of serious, serious financial concerns. Rumors have been swirling for quite some time that the club has also been looking at a number of big transfer targets who could also come in at a high price.
Part Two: It Is Not All Happy Days for Employees
A not-so-happy report came out indicating just how much unhappy staff at Manchester United claim that the negative atmosphere has seriously affected morale and productivity ever since Erik ten Hag came in to manage the club. Apparently, the situation has gotten so bad that some club insiders are very worried about just how harmed the club’s overall image might be right now.
Everton: In the Euro Hunt
The Premier League team playing in blue seems to have turned a corner. Manager Sean Dyche is a man with his very own kind of calm, even in trying circumstances. That is apparently something very few people have when stuck in the labor force at Manchester United.
Transfer Rumors: A Main Event
For several key pieces, number one on the key piece list might be a player whose indicated value is now somewhere between €125 million and €145 million. (That’s a huge range!) Transfer speculation is right up there with any gossipy tabloid story in terms of how much energy and electricity it can generate.
Conclusion and Upcoming Matches
The Premier League provides everything I love about dramatic sports: teams that are evenly matched struggling to figure out ways to win against each other. Also, it’s time to start thinking about the next round of matches.
