Plenty of Everton fans have reacted to some recent footage of former striker James McFadden, who celebrated his 36th birthday on Tuesday.

Former Scotland international had two spells over his playing career at Goodison Park, but he is fondly remembered for his first period at the club during the years of 2003 and 2008.

Costing Everton £1.25m from Motherwell, McFadden immediately impressed on Merseyside, and he netted a total of 18 games during his initial five-year spell at the club.

Leaving the club in 2008, McFadden would then move on for a spell with Birmingham City, before returning to Everton for a short period which would see him make just eight league appearances over one season.

Now retired, McFadden ended his career with spells at boyhood club Motherwell, St Johnstone and Queen of the South.

Although McFadden’s goalscoring ratio with Everton was arguably not the best, fans of the club do remember his ability to score classy goals, including his strike against Charlton Athletic in 2007.

Reacting to McFadden’s birthday with footage of that goal via the club’s official Twitter account, and fans have responded with fond memories.

Below are just some of the responses from Everton fans to that memorable strike against Charlton…

Everton fans, how good was James McFadden for you? Let us know below…

West Ham United will be able to land Nottingham Forest duo Joe Worrall and Matty Cash for a cut-price £25m this summer, according to Football Insider.

What does the report say?

Worrall and Cash have both played important roles this season from their centre-back and right-back roles respectively, forming a key part of the side’s resolute defence under Sabri Lamouchi.

Only Brentford and Leeds United have conceded fewer goals in the Championship than Forest this season, with the club sitting fifth overall.

According to Football Insider, their form has attracted the interest of the Hammers who could look to take advantage of their financial worries facing Championship clubs and secure the two youngsters for a combined fee of £25m.

Both players have shown plenty of promise and have already gained plenty of experience at Championship level, with Worrall making 37 league starts this season and Cash starting 34 times.

West Ham reportedly made a £12m approach for Cash in January but were knocked back, although it now appears financial necessity could force Forest to part with two of their prized assets.

Looking to youth

Moyes said this week that he has been using the lockdown as an opportunity to look at the club’s recruitment plans and it appears as though West Ham will be looking at more young players going forward.

The Hammers have made plenty of expensive mistakes in recent seasons and their league position is not reflective of some of the transfer fees they have paid out.

With three goals and four assists, Cash is the sort of attacking full-back the club needs, while alongside Michael Dawson, Worrall has formed one of the most effective central defensive partnerships in the second tier.

The world misses the Premier League

With the Premier League season still under suspension, one of the biggest questions that have remained on every football lover’s lips is when the restart is likely to be.

Although in the face of the ongoing pandemic, such questions might be considered to be rather sensitive and selfish, considering that people are testing positive for the virus every minute, while several others are dying every day.

But can we really blame these fans for missing their beloved league so much?

No, we cannot.

The bromance between the EPL and its global community is just too strong to be broken by any pandemic.

No disrespect COVID-19, but that’s just the truth.

As the most-watched league in the world, the premier league has been a hotspot for football lovers for many years now. And that’s thanks in no small parts to its nonstop delivery of mouthwatering fixtures, exciting matchups, and several other intriguing actions.

But football lovers aren’t the only ones who miss the glamour and glitz of the Premier League.

Talk of the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) fans, Monday Night Football (MNF) lovers, and even those bettors betting with Agen Bola Terpercaya like Spbobet all miss the excitements, money-making potential, and entertainment of their beloved league.

What we know about the suspension of the Premier League

In the wake of Mikel Arteta testing positive for the COVID-19 virus back in March, the football bodies in England decided to halt all footballing activities, including weekend matchups, FA Cup games, and even lower league fixtures.

But with most clubs still having at least 9 matches to play before the season wraps, there’s a growing sense that the few remaining games might just be played behind closed doors.

How long has the Premier League been suspended for?

Back in March, the match between Manchester City and Arsenal had to be called off because some of the members of the Arsenal team were feared to have been in direct contact with the disease, having met the president of the Greek club Olympiakos a while before. The rescheduling of that match marked the beginning of a process that would soon eventually result in the indefinite suspension of the whole league.

From the time of suspending the Manchester City vs. Arsenal game, a match earlier scheduled to hold on March 11, the Premier League has been made to sit in the stands and watch as the world continues to fight its unseen enemy for exactly 34 days and still counting.

When is the Premier League likely to resume?

After a meeting between all 20 clubs on Friday, April 3, it was announced that the Premier League would not resume in early May as previously planned.

The situation is clearly evolving day-by-day, and it remains to be seen when the league will be able to get back underway. The Premier League remains determined to complete the current season and avoid it being written off completely.

A league statement read: “The Premier League will not resume at the beginning of May – and the 2019/20 season will only return when it is safe and appropriate to do so.

“The restart date is under constant review with all stakeholders, as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic develops, and we work together through this very challenging time.

“The Premier League is working closely with the whole of professional football in this country, as well as with the Government, public agencies, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure the game achieves a collaborative solution.

“With this, there is a combined objective for all remaining domestic league and cup matches to be played, enabling us to maintain the integrity of each competition.

“However, any return to play will only be with the full support of Government and when medical guidance allows.”

Will the Premier League season be voided?

One very popular opinion amongst football lovers is the idea of voiding the current premier league season and declaring it as null and nonexistent and then waiting until the whole Coronavirus drama passes before starting a new season.

But guess what? There’s not a chance in heaven of that happening.

Not only will a cancellation send a wrong impression about the league’s management to the public, but it could also result in the league incurring losses up to £1billion, according to chief executive Richard Masters.

Sky, BT, and overseas rights holders have already paid the Premier League for their full season’s broadcast rights, despite a quarter of the campaign left to play.

So scrapping the campaign will mean broadcasters will look to recoup millions.

What else has the Premier League said?

As well as supporting the NHS and promoting public health messages, the Premier League detailed its discussions regarding its players and clubs in lower leagues.

The April 3 statement continued: “In the face of substantial and continuing losses for the 2019/20 season since the suspension of matches began, and to protect employees throughout the professional game, Premier League clubs unanimously agreed to consult their players regarding a combination of conditional reductions and deferrals amounting to 30 percent of total annual remuneration.

“This guidance will be kept under constant review as circumstances change.

It added: “Discussions also took place regarding financial relief for clubs in the short term, and while there is no single solution, measures are to be put in place to immediately deal with the impact of falling cash flow.

“Critically, the league unanimously voted to advance funds of £125 million to the EFL and National League as it is aware of the severe difficulties clubs throughout the football pyramid are suffering at this time.”

A legendary player who made 558 league appearances for Arsenal over 17 seasons with the club, as well as earning 68 caps for the Republic of Ireland, David O’Leary dipped his toe into management for the first time at Leeds United.

Having ended his career as a player at Elland Road, O’Leary worked at the club as an assistant before taking on the job full-time.

In his stint at the club he certainly helped bring success, with a Champions League semi-final appearance and the record of Leeds never finishing outside of the top five in the Premier League while he was at the helm.

However, despite significant expense in the transfer market, O’Leary never earned the club a trophy and his departure was followed by a steep and dramatic decline in the club’s fortunes, with a series of important players moving on and Leeds being relegated.

Here, we look back on O’Leary’s spell and see how much of it you can remember with 10 tough questions.

Name: Tyler Onyango

Club: Everton

Date of Birth: 4 March 2003

Position: Midfielder (Central/Defensive)

Tyler Onyango – his career so far

Luton-born teenager Tyler Onyango is a life-long Everton fan that was scouted and signed by the club at the age of just eight. And even though he has been at the club for a really long time now and his talents were never really a big secret, he started to get everyone’s attention only in recent times.

The now 17-year-old midfielder is Kenyan but was born in England and has been long touted as one of the next big things to come out of the Blues’ academy. Even since his arrival, he was always among the best and most valued performers, clawing his way up the ladder and through the youth ranks with ease.

So much so that in October 2019, when he was aged only 16, Everton decided to fast-track and promote him to their U23 side and he made his grand debut in the Toffees’ 1-1 draw with PSV Eindhoven in the Premier League International Cup.

Still, the exceptional gem would first tally 16 appearances for the U18s before joining up with the older squad, tallying five goals and one assist there in the process as well. So far, he could also muster nine appearances for the U23 squad and has one assist under his belt along the way.

Needless to say, these are impressive stats for a young 17-year-old midfielder who’s mostly been playing with lads older than himself. But despite his obvious talent and quality even at such an early stage of his career, Onyango is still patiently waiting for his senior team call-up.

But with all the potential hiding behind the rough edges of the midfield gem, that should just be a matter of time by this point.

Transfer latest

Whenever there is an update on Onyango out there in the media, it’s almost always some really exciting Everton news for the fans. The youngster has been tipped for greatness on multiple different occasions and seems to be on the right path towards potential stardom in the not so distant future.

As of right now, there are no transfer rumours or transfer news that should be concerning the Toffees as Onyango doesn’t seem to be on the radar of other big teams that could potentially make a swoop for the young talent.

Both Paul Tait and David Unsworth heaped praise on him, highlighting his abilities and both his on and off the ball contributions to the team. With that in mind, his senior call-up should be just around the corner. If he can keep developing properly, that is.

Even though it’s really difficult to make such huge claims for a 17-year-old player, Onyango definitely seems like one of the stars in making and Everton should ensure his talents are further developed at Goodison Park and not somewhere else.

Only time will tell, however.

Player profile

The thing that stands out the most about the young midfielder is definitely his imposing physique and presence he brings onto the pitch. Standing at 6ft 3in, Onyango usually makes quick work of the opposition’s attackers, utilising both his great sense of positioning and pure physical strength to shrug them off the ball.

But it’s not just the things the does out of possession but also when he has the ball at his feet and Everton are on the attack. Even though it’s not always his primary task nor does he perform it brilliantly every game but the 17-year-old has the ability to receive in tight spaces, pass when under pressure and switch the play when necessary.

This makes him a great modern defensive midfielder in making and once these things get polished enough, he should be ready for his big step-up. With that being said, however, Onyango can and sometimes does struggle in tight spaces and when he’s not given the time and space he needs to do his thing.

At the moment, there’s still a long way for him to go but the foundations are certainly there and if he can work on his shortcomings while also highlighting his strengths, the future will certainly look bright for both him and the Toffees.

Manchester United fans have been reacting to the latest update involving reported transfer target Jadon Sancho this week.

According to the Evening Standard, Red Devils boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer still wants to sign the English hotshot in the summer despite claims from Ed Woodward that some clubs will not be able to afford mega-money additions.

It has led to many a supporter discussing the news on social media after the information was relayed by popular Twitter account UtdReport.

United’s executive vice-chairman said: “I cannot help feeling that speculation around transfers of individual players for hundreds of millions of pounds this summer seems to ignore the realities that face the sport.”

Yet Solskjaer is determined to lead a squad overhaul beginning with the likes of Sancho, who could cost in excess of €110m (£96m).

Some supporters have been suggesting audacious swap deals whilst others have, of course, taken a swipe at Woodward.

Here’s what has been said so far…

AND in other news, Man Utd fans react to David Ornstein’s Grealish update…

Everton are reportedly linked with a move for Red Bull Salzburg’s Hwang Hee-chan this summer. 

According to the Liverpool ECHO (posted via @TheGwladysSt), the club are interested in the forward as they make their plans for the upcoming transfer window.

The report states Carlo Ancelotti is prioritising ‘quality over quantity’ and doesn’t expect to land any ‘big money deals’.

Hee-chan has had a terrific season with Salzburg after returning from a loan spell at Hamburg last summer. The 24-year-old has accumulated 13 goals and 16 assists this term, including the goal and assist he bagged against Liverpool in the Champions League (via Transfermarkt).

According to Transfermarkt, Hee-chan is valued at £9 million, indicating a fair asking price should Everton opt to pursue a move for the South Korean international.

Blues fans seem to already be sold on the idea of adding the striker to their ranks. One supporter thinks he would be an ‘absolutely unreal signing’ whilst another remembers his performance against the Reds and has commented ‘looked superb against Liverpool’.

Meanwhile, one fan even compared him to former Toffee Andrey Kanchelskis. They were perhaps referring to the fact that he too was a goalscorer, netting 20 times in 52 appearances for Everton, and that he is a similar stature to Hee-chan with a height of 1.78m compared to the South Korean’s 1.77m.

Read more of the eager Toffees’ fans replies below:

Do you think Everton should sign Hee-chan this summer, Blues? Have your say in the comments below!

Tottenham returned to Premier League action against Manchester United on Friday night – but some of their fans were left flabbergasted about one player who didn’t feature in their 1-1 draw against Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side.

Spurs went into their first game for more than three months trailing the top-four rivals by four points, although Jose Mourinho’s men looked on course to end a six-match winless run in all competitions when January signing Steven Bergwijn fired them into an early lead.

However, with just nine minutes remaining, Paul Pogba won United a penalty that Bruno Fernandes duly dispatched past Hugo Lloris to ensure a share of the spoils in north London.

Tottenham looked leggy in the latter stages, but Mourinho opted to use just two of his five substitutes – keeping record-signing Tanguy Ndombele on the bench, much to the displeasure of a number of Spurs fans on Twitter.

Some were angry, whilst others demanded the Portuguese to start the French midfielder against West Ham on Tuesday.

Check the best tweets below…

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Comparações foram e continuam sendo inevitáveis para Guilherme, que assumiu a camisa 10 de Jadson, mas ainda não caiu nas graças da Fiel como o antigo dono da numeração. Utilizado em 11 de 18 jogos oficiais da temporada, o meia deixou as preocupações com o aspecto físico para trás, mas ainda não convenceu tecnicamente – e ele próprio admite. Nesta quarta-feira, às 21h45, Guilherme terá nova chance de provar que o Corinthians fez um bom negócio ao investir quase R$ 6 milhões em sua contratação. Diante do Santa Fe (COL), no estádio El Campín, o camisa 10 reencontrará um adversário que conhece bem. E nem a fé salva.

Guilherme tem seis gols marcados em cinco participações na Copa Libertadores, e três foram justamente diante da equipe colombiana, em 2014, 2015 e 2016 – os dois primeiros pelo Atlético-MG e o último já pelo Timão, na vitória por 1 a 0 da Arena Corinthians. Carrasco do Santa Fe, o camisa 10 do Timão sorriu quando questionado pelo LANCE! sobre o feito. Apesar da empolgação, ele decidiu não fazer nenhuma promessa para o jogo de hoje, que pode definir a classificação alvinegra para as oitavas de final do torneio continental.

– Ah, é bacana, né? Encaro esses números de forma positiva, não tinha como ser diferente – disse, envergonhado.

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– Precisamos colocar na cabeça que cada jogo é um momento diferente. Então espero poder conseguir marcar gols, jogar bem e o Corinthians conseguir as vitórias, o que é mais importante. Essa coisa de carrasco a gente deixa para lá – completou.
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Guilherme tem só 27 anos, e quase isso de jogos na Libertadores – foram 24. A estreia foi no ano de 2008, com a camisa do Cruzeiro, eliminado nas oitavas de final. Após quatro temporadas fora do país, o meia voltou para defender o Atlético-MG nas edições de 2013, 2014 e 2015. No primeiro ano foi campeão, e depois caiu nas oitavas mais duas vezes. Pelo Timão ele vive sua quinta participação, e sonha com a classificação antecipada para o mata-mata, que pode ser selada hoje. O Santa Fe que se cuide.

– A gente espera vencer, como sempre. O objetivo é sempre buscar a vitória. É um jogo muito difícil, já estive aqui outras vezes e sei como é. Mas são 90 minutos para jogar com sabedoria, mostrar nossas armas e conseguir o resultado – diz o camisa 10.

BATE-BOLA COM GUILHERME
Meia do Corinthians, ao LANCE!

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ADAPTAÇÃO AO CORINTHIANS
Na verdade posso dizer que estou feliz de viver uma situação nova na minha carreira e estar podendo evoluir. É uma função nova sim, algo que eu nunca fiz, que é novo para mim, mas estou me adaptando e as coisas vão acontecer naturalmente.

COMPARAÇÕES E COBRANÇAS
Isso é normal do futebol, mas é questão de tempo, como eu disse. Só fiz dez ou 11 jogos, não sei, então é pouco tempo para ter um julgamento. A gente vai construindo, e o Tite dá muito respaldo para ter tranquilidade e fazer o que a gente sabe. No tempo certo, tudo vai acontecer.

QUINTA LIBERTADORES
É minha quinta vez mesmo, nem tinha me tocado. Gosto de jogar essa competição, me identifico pelo grau de dificuldade que ela exige, preparação mental acaba sendo maior do que no restante dos jogos. Já tenho alguns anos disputando essa competição e isso é especial demais. Espero chegar ao título mais uma vez esse ano.

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Middlesbrough manager Neil Warnock has compared his side’s current situation to that of League One side Sunderland.

Championship side Boro are sat just two points above the drop zone and have three games left to play to keep their second tier status in tact.

Facing Reading on Tuesday evening, Warnock’s side will know that just four points separates 17th place Stoke City and 22nd placed Hull City, meaning anything less than a win could put the former Premier League club in real danger of the drop.

Having replaced Jonathan Woodgate as Boro boss earlier this season, Warnock has now discussed how a relegation to League One would draw comparisons to Sunderland, who dropped out of the Championship in 2018.

Speaking ahead of his side’s game with Reading, Warnock is quoted as saying by Sunderland Echo:“Well the problem Sunderland have is the same problem Middlesbrough would have, is that every team comes to your stadium and it’s like Wembley.“The atmosphere, the crowds, you all want to play above yourselves and that’s what makes it harder for clubs like Sunderland, Middlesbrough, et cetera to come straight back up.“Players do lift themselves 20-30 per cent and it’s hard enough at that level without people playing above themselves against you.“I do realise how difficult it is.”Sunderland failed to gain an automatic promotion or play-off place this term, meaning they will now undergo a third successive campaign in England’s third tier.

Warnock certainly has a point here and it not uncommon for so-called bigger clubs to struggle upon relegation to League One. Sunderland are certainly an example of this having failed to bounce back to the Championship in two successive seasons now, whilst the likes of Sheffield United, Sheffield Wednesday, Leeds United, Nottingham Forest and Norwich City have all found themselves stuck in the third tier in the past.

From Sunderland’s point of view however, they would love their north east rivals to be relegated as it would give them two derby fixtures to look forward to next term.

Do you think Warnock is right in what he says? Let us know in the comments section below…