Als Beckham Ziege ausstach: Bournemouths denkwürdige Vorgänger

Am Mittwochabend hat Bournemouth einen denkwürdigen 4:3-Heimsieg nach 0:3-Rückstand zur Pause eingefahren. Zweimal gab es das in der Premier-League-Geschichte schon.

Jubelfaust geballt: David Beckham feiert sein 5:3 gegen Tottenham im September 2001.

Jubelfaust geballt: David Beckham feiert sein 5:3 gegen Tottenham im September 2001.

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So mancher Fan von Bournemouth wird am Mittwochabend darüber nachgedacht haben, ob er den Fernseher bereits zur Pause ausmacht. Im Heimspiel gegen Aufsteiger Luton Town lagen die Cherries nach 45 Minuten verdient mit 0:3 hinten. Speziell defensiv offenbarte die Mannschaft von Trainer Andoni Iraola große Defizite.

Allerdings machte der Baske seinem Team in der Kabine wohl derart Dampf, dass sie im Anschluss einen nicht für möglichen gehaltenen 4:3-Comebacksieg einfuhr. Was besonders die geärgert haben dürfte, die bereits zur Pause abgeschaltet hatten. Denn im Vitality Stadium stieg plötzlich doch noch eine große Party. Wegen eines historischen Sieges – auch eines einzigartigen?

Die einfache Antwort: Nein. Zweimal bereits hatte in der Premier-League-Geschichte eine Mannschaft einen 0:3-Pausenrückstand noch in einen Sieg verwandelt.

Zu frühe Party an der White Hart Lane

Drei Premier-League-Comebacks

Die Premiere war Manchester United vorbehalten, das am 29. September 2001 als amtierender englischer Meister an der White Hart Lane vermeintlich baden ging.

Das Team von Trainer Sir Alex Ferguson lag nach der ersten Hälfte deutlich hinten, den Treffern von Dean Richards und Les Ferdinand hatte der 72-malige deutsche Nationalspieler Christian Ziege in der 45. Minute einen weiteren folgen lassen. Die Party in Nordlondon hatte begonnen – allerdings zu früh. Nach dem Seitenwechsel sorgten fünf verschiedene Torschützen auf Seiten der Red Devils für einen nicht möglich gehaltenen 5:3-Sieg der Gäste: Andy Cole, Laurent Blanc, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Juan Sebastian Veron und David Beckham machten die schwache erste Hälfte vergessen.

Das Molineux steht Kopf

Im Oktober 2003 waren es dann die Wolverhampton Wanderers, die im Kellerduell mit Leicester City Pfiffe und ein 0:3 mit in die Kabine genommen hatten. Doch das Molineux sollte eine denkwürdige zweite Hälfte erleben: Doppelpacker Colin CameronAlex Rae und Henri Camara drehten den Spieß tatsächlich noch um. Der Doppelpack von Les Ferdinand – der 2001 schon fürs unterlegene Team getroffen hatte – und das Tor von Riccardo Scimeca waren wertlos.

Manchester United wurde am Ende “nur” Dritter, Wolverhampton stieg als Tabellenletzter – punktgleich mit Leicester und Leeds (alle 33) – ab. Und wo landet Bournemouth in der Endabrechnung dieser Premier-League-Saison?

Gerlinger geht zu Lyon-Eigner

Neuer Job für den langjährigen leitenden Mitarbeiter des FC Bayern: Dr. Michael Gerlinger steigt bei der Eagle Football Holdings ein und wird dort in Bälde vorgestellt werden als Global Football Director.

Von 2005 bis 2023 beim FC Bayern tätig: Dr. Michael Gerlinger.

Von 2005 bis 2023 beim FC Bayern tätig: Dr. Michael Gerlinger.

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Zuerst hatte die L’Equipe die Nachricht vermeldet, deren Bericht sich mit kicker-Informationen deckt. Die Firma des US-amerikanischen Geschäftsmanns John Textor, der jüngst mit kritischen Aussagen zu den Finanzregeln der Verbände für Aufsehen sorgte, hält Beteiligungen an verschiedenen Fußballklubs: Olympique Lyon, RWD Molenbeek, Botafogo Rio de Janeiro und Crystal Palace. Beim Premier-League-14., der kürzlich den ehemaligen Frankfurter Titeltrainer Oliver Glasner unter Vertrag nahm, hat neben Textor auch David Blitzer investiert, der über die Bolt Football Holding mittelbar knapp 45 Prozent an der Kapitalgesellschaft des FC Augsburg hält.

Bereits im Herbst des vergangenen Jahres waren Gerüchte aufgekommen, wonach Gerlinger bei Olympique Lyon einsteigen würde. Nun also übernimmt der 51-Jährige sozusagen eine Ebene höher, in der Führungsstruktur des Multiklub-Netzwerkes Eagle, einen zentralen Posten.

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Auch der FC Bayern hat sich jüngst internationaler aufgestellt. Zum einen über sein Red-and-Gold-Joint-Venture mit dem Los Angeles FC, der wiederum mit Wacker Innsbruck und dem Grashopper Club Zürich zwei Klubs in Europa übernommen hat. Zum anderen über Red and Gold mit eigenen Auslandsaktivitäten mit Klubs auf anderen Kontinenten wie den Gambinos Stars Africa in Gambia und dem Racing Club de Montevideo in Uruguay. Gerlinger war maßgeblich am Aufbau der Partnerschaft mit LAFC beteiligt, ehe er und der Rekordmeister sich im September 2023 trennten.

Zuvor war Gerlinger, der auch zentrale Rollen in der Großklubvereinigung ECA bekleidete und zwischenzeitlich auch als möglicher neuer CEO des Joint Ventures zwischen UEFA und ECA im Gespräch war, 18 Jahre lang für die Münchner tätig gewesen. Zunächst als Direktor Recht, ab Juli 2021 dann als Vize-Präsident “Sports Business and Competitions”. Im Januar hatte der Funktionär im kicker-Interview auf die Frage nach seiner konkreten Zukunft noch zurückhaltend geantwortet: “Schaun mer mal. Ich führe Gespräche.” Diese sind nun offenbar finalisiert.

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Luton grab late draw at Palace, Bournemouth earn point against Sheffield United

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Luton grab late draw at Palace, Bournemouth earn point against Sheffield United

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United face battle to sign Palace defender Guehi – Paper Round

Palace prepare for Guehi exit

Manchester United are just one of the teams interested in signing Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi this summer.

The Sun suggests that other clubs are keen on the centre-back, with Arsenal and Tottenham two more who are keen.

The paper states: “Crystal Palace are preparing for Marc Guehi’s potential departure in the summer with Manchester United and other Premier League giants keeping tabs.

“Guehi, 23, has been among the Prem’s brightest defenders since joining Palace from Chelsea in 2021 following an £18million deal, which led to 108 appearances at Selhurst Park.

“The centre-back’s performances have sparked immense interest from the likes of United… while Tottenham and Arsenal have also enquired in the past.”

Ten Hag may not stay at United

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is far from certain he will stay on at Old Trafford.

As part of the Old Trafford overhaul by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Ten Hag’s position could be at risk depending on what Ratcliffe and Sir Dave Brailsford decide.

The Mirror writes: “Erik ten Hag has been given no assurance he will remain as Manchester United boss beyond this summer.

“The pressure on Ten Hag intensified with Sunday’s 3-1 derby defeat at Manchester City, which has left United in sixth spot, 11 points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa, with 11 games left. Ten Hag’s future depends on whether he is able to secure Champions League football for next season, but with that looking increasingly unlikely, candidates for the United job have emerged.

“Representatives of managers are understood to have put their clients in the frame for the Old Trafford job should Ten Hag – who has one more season left on his contract – be sacked at the end of the season. Despite the uncertainty surrounding his position, Ten Hag is said to have had positive discussions with new United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his right-hand man Sir Dave Brailsford.”

United expect Ashworth arrival

The Daily Mail believes that Dan Ashworth will not have to be on gardening leave for too much longer.

The proposed director of football for Manchester United has 18 months to wait before he can move, but Sir Jim Ratcliffe is not interested in paying a big compensation fee to hurry his arrival.

The paper reports: “It seems only a matter of time before Dan Ashworth becomes United’s new director of football.

“Ashworth is currently on gardening leave at Newcastle after indicating that he wants to quit Tyneside for Old Trafford, and United refused point-blank to pay between £10-20million in compensation.

“Sir Jim Ratcliffe says it’s ‘absurd’ to expect the 52-year-old to kick his heels for the next 18 months, but Ashworth is expected to be in position much sooner than that to lead the club’s recruitment this summer.

“United are happy to bide their time while Newcastle have to continue paying Ashworth’s salary and choose his successor. Steve Nickson is filling the role at the moment and is set to get the job on a permanent basis.”

Sheffield United plan clearout

The Telegraph thinks that Sheffield United are likely to get rid of 10 players in the summer in the event that they go down.

The bottom-place club look set to be relegated this summer and that could lead to cost-cutting.

The paper explains: “Sheffield United are set to undergo a summer clearout with 10 first-team players out of contract from their disastrous return to the Premier League and several of them without options to stay.

“Wes Foderingham, Oli McBurnie, Oliver Norwood, Ben Osborn, George Baldock, Jayden Bogle are out of contract from the players who faced Mikel Arteta’s team, with John Egan, Max Lowe and Daniel Jebbison also with expiring terms.

‘Chris Basham is out of contract and has admitted the horror injury suffered in October could be career-ending and he is fighting to play again.

“While the club have options on some players such as Bogle and Osborn, many of their first-teamers such as Foderingham, McBurnie and Norwood can leave on free transfers.

‘Blades will also see loans end for Mason Holgate, James McAtee, Ben Brereton Diaz and Yasser Larouci and they will be expected to return to their parent clubs, while Aston Villa are understood to have a buyback option on Cameron Archer.”

Tor-Premiere mit Vorgeschichte: Werner dankt Teamkollegen

Mit seinem ersten Tor im Tottenham-Trikot leitete Timo Werner die Wende gegen Oliver Glasners Crystal Palace ein. Eine andere Szene konnte er so leichter ertragen.

Erleichterter Jubel: Timo Werner nach seinem 1:1 gegen Crystal Palace.

Erleichterter Jubel: Timo Werner nach seinem 1:1 gegen Crystal Palace.

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Seit er bei Tottenham spielt, sei er viel fröhlicher geworden, hatte Timo Werner Mitte Februar gesagt. Und tatsächlich darf man zumindest darüber spekulieren, ob der 57-malige Nationalspieler das Tor, das er am Samstag gegen Crystal Palace erzielte, in der Hinrunde auch im Trikot von RB Leipzig geschossen hätte.

Denn dass er in der 77. Minute erstmals für die Spurs traf, als er eine flache Hereingabe von Brennan Johnson zum 1:1 ins Netz lenkte und damit die Wende einleitete, hatte eine Vorgeschichte: In der ersten Hälfte, in der bei den Spurs wenig zusammengelaufen war, hatte Werner eine dicke Chance leichtfertig vergeben. Nachdem er fast von der Mittellinie aus allein auf Torhüter Sam Johnstone zugelaufen war, hatte er vergeblich versucht, diesen zu umkurven.

“Es wäre schrecklich gewesen, wenn ich zwei solche Chancen vergeben hätte”

Doch Werner ließ sich nicht verunsichern – auch dank der Teamkollegen. “Sie sind in der Halbzeitpause hinter mir gestanden und haben gesagt, dass ich einfach weitermachen soll”, berichtete Werner nach dem 3:1-Heimsieg, den Cristian Romero (80.) und Kapitän Heung-Min Son (88.) perfekt gemacht hatten. “Es fühlt sich immer toll an, wenn man eine Gruppe um sich hat, die nichts dazu sagt. Sie haben mich unterstützt, und das hat mir und der ganzen Mannschaft geholfen. Es wäre schrecklich gewesen, wenn ich in einem Spiel zwei solche Chancen vergeben hätte.”

Werner hatte letztmals am 28. Oktober beim Leipziger 6:0 gegen den 1. FC Köln getroffen, damals per Elfmeter. In der Premier League jubelte der Ex-Chelsea-Profi im 62. Einsatz zum elften Mal. Trainer Ange Postecoglou, der auch noch in den kommenden Wochen auf Angreifer Richarlison verzichten muss, lobte seine Leihgabe für eine “sehr gute Leistung”. Werner sei “eine ständige Gefahr” für die Gäste um Neu-Coach Oliver Glasner gewesen.

Während sie in allen Pokalwettbewerben bereits ausgeschieden sind, kämpfen die Spurs in der Liga noch um eine Champions-League-Teilnahme. Bei einem Spiel weniger fehlen fünf Punkte auf den Tabellenvierten Aston Villa, der sich bei Luton Town mit 3:2 durchsetzte – und am kommenden Sonntag Tottenhams nächster Gegner ist.

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Werner, Son lead Spurs to late comeback victory over Palace

Heung-Min Son completed an inspired Tottenham turnaround as they came from behind to beat Crystal Palace 3-1.

Spurs trailed after Eberechi Eze’s delightful free-kick, but struck three times in the final 13 minutes through Timo Werner and Cristian Romero before Son sealed the victory that closes the gap on the Premier League’s top four to just two points.

Back in action after a two-week break, Ange Postecoglou’s side dominated the first half with over 80% of possession and should have taken an 18th-minute lead when Werner was denied by Sam Johnstone.

However, it was Palace who broke the deadlock against the run of play just before the hour mark. They did so in spectacular fashion, too, with the returning Eze whipping a delicious 25-yard free-kick beyond Guglielmo Vicario.

Nevertheless, Spurs turned the match on its head with two goals in the space of three minutes. First, Werner tucked away Brennan Johnson’s square pass, before Romero nodded home a James Maddison cross.

Son, who hit the post earlier in the contest, put the icing on the cake two minutes from time, racing away from the Palace defence before sliding past Johnstone.

More to follow.

Spurs to battle Man City for Palace winger Eze – Paper Round

Tottenham face battle for Eze

Tottenham face competition for Eberechi Eze, with Manchester City also keen on the Crystal Palace winger.

However, the Independent suggests that means they will instead turn to Wolves’ forward Pedro Neto.

The outlet writes: ”Tottenham are aiming for a wide forward as their major summer signing, with Wolves’ Pedro Neto and Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze currently the two main targets.

“The decision may be made for them, however, as Manchester City are currently seen as the likeliest destination for Eze.

“Ange Postecoglou’s adventurous approach has been largely based on expanding the pitch through pace out wide, which has been a key focus of his transfer business so far.

“Spurs still plan to go bigger on this position in the summer, with Neto and Eze identified as the players who best fit their profile.

“City also want to make a signing in that area, and have been trailing Eze for a long time.”

Barcelona to miss out on Arteta

The Mirror believes that Barcelona will no longer attempt to recruit Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta.

The Catalans are searching for a replacement for Xavi Hernandez, who will be leaving at the end of the season.

“Barcelona have given up hope of prying Mikel Arteta away from Arsenal in time for the Spaniard to succeed Xavi next season,” the paper reports.

“Club legend Xavi surprised everyone associated with the Blaugrana when he confirmed he’d be stepping down from his role as manager, less than 12 months after winning the La Liga title. Since his announcement last month, Barcelona have been linked with several big names, including Gunners boss Arteta.

“Arteta has just 18 months left to run on his current Arsenal deal and some sections of the Emirates faithful are concerned that interest from elsewhere could turn their manager’s head if his contract isn’t extended sooner rather than later.

“With that being said, Arteta did issue an emphatic response when asked about the rumours touting him as Xavi’s successor. He told reporters: “That’s totally fake news.

“Thomas Tuchel and Julian Nagelsmann are two names that have been linked instead.”

Zidane open to United job

The Evening Standard claims that Manchester United could now succeed in appointing a previously reluctant Zinedine Zidane to the manager’s job at Old Trafford.

Erik ten Hag is under pressure as his team struggles in his second season in charge.

The newspaper states: “Zinedine Zidane has opened the door to a potential move to Manchester United amid reported interest from Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

“The three-time Champions League-winning manager has been out of work since 2021 after leaving Real Madrid for the second time, the only club he has coached.

“Zidane has previously suggested that a move to an English club is a non-starter as he is not fluent in English. He told L’Equipe in 2022, a year after leaving Real Madrid: ‘If I go to a club, it’s to win. I say this in all modesty. That’s why I can’t go anywhere.’

“Fast forward 18 months or so to this week and Zidane, filmed for a recent documentary about the life of Italian football legend Marcello Lippi, has confirmed that he will return to management.

“Asked whether he will return to coaching, Zidane replied: ‘Why not? Anything can happen. But at the moment I’m doing something else.’”

Real to sign two Mbappe brothers

Kylian Mbappe will be joined by his teenage brother Ethan at Real Madrid next season.

That’s according to The Sun, who report that with both players out of contract, the older brother has requested the team also sign the 17-year-old.

They write: “The 25-year-old French superstar is out of contract at Paris Saint-Germain this summer.

“Despite technically being free, the World Cup winning forward’s signing will not come cheap.

“Now a fresh update has claimed that Madrid are willing to sign the star’s younger brother Ethan, 17, in order to help finally get their man.

“The midfielder is also currently at PSG but is mainly part of their youth side and has featured for them in the UEFA Youth League.”

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Spurs to battle Man City for Palace winger Eze – Paper Round

Tottenham face battle for Eze

Tottenham face competition for Eberechi Eze, with Manchester City also keen on the Crystal Palace winger.

However, the Independent suggests that means they will instead turn to Wolves’ forward Pedro Neto.

The outlet writes: ”Tottenham are aiming for a wide forward as their major summer signing, with Wolves’ Pedro Neto and Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze currently the two main targets.

“The decision may be made for them, however, as Manchester City are currently seen as the likeliest destination for Eze.

“Ange Postecoglou’s adventurous approach has been largely based on expanding the pitch through pace out wide, which has been a key focus of his transfer business so far.

“Spurs still plan to go bigger on this position in the summer, with Neto and Eze identified as the players who best fit their profile.

“City also want to make a signing in that area, and have been trailing Eze for a long time.”

Barcelona to miss out on Arteta

The Mirror believes that Barcelona will no longer attempt to recruit Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta.

The Catalans are searching for a replacement for Xavi Hernandez, who will be leaving at the end of the season.

“Barcelona have given up hope of prying Mikel Arteta away from Arsenal in time for the Spaniard to succeed Xavi next season,” the paper reports.

“Club legend Xavi surprised everyone associated with the Blaugrana when he confirmed he’d be stepping down from his role as manager, less than 12 months after winning the La Liga title. Since his announcement last month, Barcelona have been linked with several big names, including Gunners boss Arteta.

“Arteta has just 18 months left to run on his current Arsenal deal and some sections of the Emirates faithful are concerned that interest from elsewhere could turn their manager’s head if his contract isn’t extended sooner rather than later.

“With that being said, Arteta did issue an emphatic response when asked about the rumours touting him as Xavi’s successor. He told reporters: “That’s totally fake news.

“Thomas Tuchel and Julian Nagelsmann are two names that have been linked instead.”

Zidane open to United job

The Evening Standard claims that Manchester United could now succeed in appointing a previously reluctant Zinedine Zidane to the manager’s job at Old Trafford.

Erik ten Hag is under pressure as his team struggles in his second season in charge.

The newspaper states: “Zinedine Zidane has opened the door to a potential move to Manchester United amid reported interest from Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

“The three-time Champions League-winning manager has been out of work since 2021 after leaving Real Madrid for the second time, the only club he has coached.

“Zidane has previously suggested that a move to an English club is a non-starter as he is not fluent in English. He told L’Equipe in 2022, a year after leaving Real Madrid: ‘If I go to a club, it’s to win. I say this in all modesty. That’s why I can’t go anywhere.’

“Fast forward 18 months or so to this week and Zidane, filmed for a recent documentary about the life of Italian football legend Marcello Lippi, has confirmed that he will return to management.

“Asked whether he will return to coaching, Zidane replied: ‘Why not? Anything can happen. But at the moment I’m doing something else.’”

Real to sign two Mbappe brothers

Kylian Mbappe will be joined by his teenage brother Ethan at Real Madrid next season.

That’s according to The Sun, who report that with both players out of contract, the older brother has requested the team also sign the 17-year-old.

They write: “The 25-year-old French superstar is out of contract at Paris Saint-Germain this summer.

“Despite technically being free, the World Cup winning forward’s signing will not come cheap.

“Now a fresh update has claimed that Madrid are willing to sign the star’s younger brother Ethan, 17, in order to help finally get their man.

“The midfielder is also currently at PSG but is mainly part of their youth side and has featured for them in the UEFA Youth League.”

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