Football News Report: Euro 2024, Champions League, FIFA World Cup, Women’s World Cup, Africa Cup of Nations, Premier League, EFL Cup, EFL Championship, EFL One, EFL Two, and FA Cup
In the latest Merson Says, football expert Paul Merson dissects several key talking points in the world of football, including the upcoming FA Cup final between Manchester United and Manchester City, Erik ten Hag’s future at Old Trafford, and Rodri’s recent comments about Arsenal’s mentality in the Premier League title race.
Merson believes Manchester City are the clear favorites to win the FA Cup, stating that the Etihad outfit are “head and shoulders above” their local rivals. He emphasizes that Manchester United will need “the game of their lives” to lift the trophy, as City’s quality and depth will be difficult to overcome.
“Manchester City are head and shoulders above their local rivals. Manchester United will need the game of their lives to lift the FA Cup trophy.”
Regarding Erik ten Hag’s future, Merson suggests that the Manchester United manager already knows whether he will remain at the club, regardless of whether he has been officially informed or not. The football pundit believes Ten Hag’s fate will be determined by the manner of United’s FA Cup final defeat, with a spirited performance potentially earning him more time to continue his rebuilding project.
Merson also weighed in on Rodri’s recent criticism of Arsenal’s mentality, labeling the comments as “harsh.” The former Arsenal player believes this will only serve as additional motivation for Mikel Arteta’s side, who will be eager to prove their resilience and determination when the new Premier League season begins.
Elsewhere in the world of football, the build-up to Euro 2024, the Champions League, the FIFA World Cup, and the Women’s World Cup continues, while the Africa Cup of Nations standings and the domestic league and cup competitions in England, including the Premier League, EFL Cup, EFL Championship, EFL One, EFL Two, and FA Cup, remain a focus for fans and pundits alike.
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