defenders

Ronaldo vs Traore: EPL defender, Willems names 'toughest' player to mark

Premier League defender, Jetro Willems, has named Wolves winger, Adama Traore as the toughest player to mark than Juventus forward, Cristiano Ronaldo. Willems, who currently plays for Newcastle United in England, said this ahead of his side's Premier League

EPL: Arsenal defender, David Luiz gives condition to cut his hair

Arsenal defender, David Luiz, has said he will only cut his hair if he becomes a manager. At 33 years, Luiz is already looking forward to life after playing. The Brazil international has committed to another year with the Gunners, despite a shaky stint since

Ex-Chelsea defender, Ashley Cole reacts to his new coaching job

Chelsea hero, Ashley Cole, has expressed happiness after been appointed as the new assistant manager of England's U21 team. Cole described his new coaching job as a special feeling, adding that he can't wait to get started. We earlier reported that Cole will

Man Utd defender, Dorgu banned for Arsenal clash, two more games

Manchester United defender, Patrick Dorgu, will serve a three-match ban after being shown a straight red card during their 3-2 win over Ipswich on Wednesday night. Dorgu only arrived from Lecce during the January window. The 20-year-old was making only his

Boniface reveals three toughest defenders he has faced

However, none of their defenders really stood out for him. Rather, he picked Bayern Munich's duo of Upamecano and Min-Jae, and his Leverkusen teammate Tah as the toughest he has played against.

Liverpool vs Man City: Defender, Alexander-Arnold admits handling the ball

Liverpool defender, Trent Alexander-Arnold has admitted that the ball struck his arm during their 3-1 win over Manchester City on Sunday. The England international said he was worried about being penalised, especially with the use of VAR. With Man City on

Messi called me a donkey - Former Liverpool defender, Jamie Carragher

Former Liverpool defender and Sky Sports pundit, Jamie Carragher, has revealed that Lionel Messi called him a "donkey" after he suggested the Argentine was not a smart signing for Paris Saint-Germain last summer. Messi apparently didn't appreciate the opinion

France and England's Greatest Defender, Midfielder, and Attacker of All-time

French legend, Lilian Thuram, who is the father of Paris Saint-Germain star, Marcus Thuram is the greatest defender in the history of France. The 51-year-old spent the best part of his career playing for Parma, Juventus, and Barcelona. He also played 142 games

EPL: Mourinho told me I was rubbish - Chelsea defender, Zouma

Chelsea defender, Kurt Zouma, has said Jose Mourinho once called him "rubbish" during their time together at the club. Mourinho brought Zouma as a 19-year-old to Stamford Bridge from St Etienne in 2014. Following a performance he was not impressed with, the

Real reason why Man Utd snubbed move for Ajax defender, De Ligt

Manchester United dropped their pursuit of Matthijs de Ligt before Ajax's run to the Champions League semi-finals, because of concerns about his weight, ESPN reports. The 19-year-old defender is believed to be on his way to Barcelona this summer. Even before

FIFA grants German-born defender, Torunarigha's request to play for Super Eagles

The Federation of International Football Federation, FIFA, has reportedly granted defender, Jordan Torunarigha request to switch nationality. The KAA Gent of Belgium star was born to Nigerian parents but represented Germany at various youth levels. The 26-

Lionel Messi Names the World's Best Defender, Sparking Debate on Social Media

Lionel Messi has named Cristian Romero as the world's finest defender following his outstanding display for Argentina against Ecuador. Download the Sports Brief App Now to Stay Updated on Fresh Sports News! Messi once again emerged as Argentina's hero on Thursday

EPL: Guardiola identifies four defenders to buy ahead of next season

City have spent more than £300million on defenders since Guardiola arrived in 2016

Former PSG defender, Jean-Pierre Adams dies after 39 years in coma

Former France defender, Jean-Pierre Adams, has died at 73 after spending 39 years in a coma. Adams, who played for Nice and Paris Saint-Germain, had been in a vegetative state since 1982, following a routine knee operation that went wrong. During the surgery

Chelsea told to sign Man City defender, sell problem player, Alonso immediately

Arsenal hero, Paul Merson, has urged Chelsea to sign Manchester City defender, John Stones, and sell "problem" player, Marcos Alonso, this summer's transfer window. Chelsea have impressed under manager, Frank Lampard's first season at Stamford Bridge as they

Antonio Rudiger Says Only Two Defenders Can Stop Erling Haaland

As the Premier League continues to witness Haaland's goal-scoring exploits, defenders will be taking note of Rudiger's words of wisdom.

EPL: Chelsea's Rudiger, Silva named among best defenders in the world

But discussing the best defenders in the game, the Netherlands International singled out Rudiger and Silva among PSG's Sergio Ramos, and Barcelona's Gérard Pique. "There's so many good defenders out there," van Dijk told Sky Sports.

How I nearly committed suicide after FIFA suspension - Ex-Arsenal defender, Eboue

Former Ivory Coast and Arsenal defender Emmanuel Eboue,, has narrated his struggles with mental health after his suspension by FIFA. The 36-year-old opened up on French television about his battle with depression and admitted he had even considered suicide