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As revealed by Mirror.uk... Manchester United and Chelsea have the ugliest fans in the Premier League, according to a new survey of football followers. United fans are least attractive to supporters of other clubs, with one in 11 (nine per cent) refusing to date a Red Devil. But Bournemouth and Southampton supporters are the best looking in the top flight, suggests the research.

Piers Morgan despite being an Arsenal fan has been a long time campaigner for Arsene Wenger's exit from the club. Sometimes he even goes as far as asking opposition coaches and players such as Mourinho and Kompany if they would cross-carpet to Arsenal. This time, following Arsenal's loss last night in the Champions League against Olympiakos, he used the opportunity to say what he thinks he hasn't said yet. Lol...

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal among all the changes he has brought to Old Trafford even gets to decide who goes first for lunch???  At least that's what reports claim. A source said: 'The manager likes to mix it up and choose the order of who goes up for their food. He does it on a table by table basis and the players are trying to figure out the logic of it.' 

We wish a very Happy birthday to Nigeria Super Eagles midfielder Prince Aggreh! We wish him more success stories in his career. Meanwhile, coach Sunday Oliseh has invited Efe Ambrose in place of injured Kenneth Omeruo ahead of October friendlies. The NFF shared the news on their official twitter account...

See what this Arsenal fan that claims he is a stand -up comedian said about everything Chelsea - from owner Abramovic to coach Mourinho to captain Terry and even their fans while portraying Arsene Wenger as the good guy being knocked around by the Chelsea bullies. In his rant during an hour long Arsenal podcast, he describes Abramovich as one that ‘cruises clear in ugly legitimacy’, Mourinho as a ‘narcissistic personality’, Terry as a 'racist criminal' and the fans as 'impressionable children'...and Diego Costa of course is not left out.

Defender Martin Caceres has been temporarily suspended by the Serie A Juventus champions after he crashed Ferrari early on Tuesday morning in Italy. Caceres crashed his Ferrari 458 Italia into a bus stop taking two parked cars along after he lost control of his vehicle, a little after midnight.

Lol...So on a much lighter note...Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini forgot his passport as his team were on their way to Germany. (Why am I not surprised??) The Chilean had to make an emergency run back home to retrieve his passport after forgetting it on their way to Germany for their Champions League clash with Borussia Monchengladbach on Wednesday night.

Following lots of drama - last minute goals, goalkeeping and even refereeing howlers at the end of match day two for teams in Groups E, F G & H, lets look at table standings. Some teams look like they are up for a survival fight already especially the premiere league teams. The question now is, would this be a season where the premiere league performs so awfully that no team gets out of the group stage? Only time will answer that.

Rio Ferdinand believes Chelsea's current poor form this season can be attributed to Jonh Terry's absence on the pitch. He feels the current squad lack any form of inspiration or leadership with the absence of 'senior' players such as Lampard, Drogba and Terry as Mourinho had in the past. Do you agree with him?

Dear Arsenal fans, following today's 3:2 loss against Olympiakos please what do you think the team lacked today? What do you think is wrong with the team??? Please feel free to vent your thoughts and frustrations here...

Dear Chelsea fans, please help me vent your frustrations about today's match against Porto. What do you think is wrong with the team???

Chelsea have invited goalkeeper Marco Amelia on trial. Jose Mourinho has identified the former AC Milan goalkeeper as a back-up to Asmir Begovic with Thibaut Courtois out until January. Amelia who has not played any professional game since be left the Milan club in 2014 however, has been invited by Chelsea on trial and if Chelsea sign him, and play him immediately they would not be breaking any Barclays Premier League rules. Amelia 33, was part of Italy's 2006 world cup wining squad as the third choice goalkeeper. Meanwhile, Manchester United are ready to terminate goalkeeper Victor Valdes contract as long as he does not join another Premiere League club. The former Barcelona number one has seen his chances of featuring for the first team limited especially with the return of David de Gea and friction with coach Van Gaal.

Mikel's partner Olga shared this picture of her post pregnancy body on instagram... She and Mikel welcomed their twin babies two weeks ago. Nice one by her...

In another excerpt from revelations in his new book, Steven Gerrard revealed details of his unofficial role as 'chief convincer' for Liverpool Football Club. In this role, he bore the responsibility of convincing top players being courted by big clubs to choose Liverpool as their first choice. One of such players he has revealed was Chelsea's midfield engine, Willian...and Toni Kroos the summer he moved to Real Madrid from Bayern! Lol, how he and the bosses at the club could have imagined his wish to happen is beyond me. Anyways, below is what he narrated...

Jack Warner is a former Fifa vice-president who has now been banned from football for life by the football governing body. The 72-year-old is from Trinidad and used to be head of Caribbean & North and Central American football (CONCACAF), until he quit FIFA in 2011.

Cristiano Ronaldo is the current world best footballer, a contender for the all-time best and already a glamorous superstar on the pitch, apparently that is not enough. Now the Real Madrid man is set to become a movie-star as well.

With the absence of star man Lionel Messi, Barcelona took to their instagram page to announce that Jordi Alba would be available for selection for their Chamions League match against Bayer Leverkusen tonight. Adriano however, has not recovered in time for the match.

Liverpool Jamie Carragher believes Liverpool have the second best striker in the Premier League. The Kop legend believes Daniel Sturridge is currently the second best striker in the league despite his injury woes and Carragher has insisted that Manchester City 's Sergio Aguero is the only one better.

Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney has come out to deny claims that he handed in a transfer request at Manchester United. The 29-year-old wanted to leave Old Trafford in 2010 and most recently 2013 to join Mourinho at Chelsea but he has now come out to say despite his desire to leave, he never made it official.

Jose Mourinho has issued a final warning to his first team stars stating that if results do not improve in the league, he would dump the for academy kids. The current Premier League champions are 14th in the table after winning just two of their first seven games. Mourinho has for some reason chosen the eve of his return to Porto to issue a brutal assessment yet of the dismal start to their title defence and he is adamant that he will axe players with negative attitudes.

According to reports in The Telegraph, Manchester United are considering renewing their interest in Borussia Dortmund's Marco Reus and could make a January bid for the midfielder. It is believed that they would bid using Belgium's Januzaj who is current on loan at the German club alongside some cash. Reus for Januzaj???  Am not yet convinced.

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard recently released his book titled "Steven Gerrard". In it he revealed explosive details on different incidents not just in his career but in the club. Excerpts of the book will be revealed on this blog. First up is that famous stamp on Manchester United's Ander Herrera that brought about his 38 seconds dismissal after coming off the bench last season. See what he wrote below... On the morning of the game, I felt like a caged animal. As I warmed up on the afternoon last March, the United fans opened their throats. They pelted me with abuse — and their favourite song echoed around the away end: 'Steve Gerrard, Gerrard... he slipped on his f****** arse, he gave it to Demba Ba... Steve Gerrard, Gerrard...'

People can just be so crazy...lol During South Africa's 46-6 victory over Samoa an uninvited guest took it upon himself disrupt the game. The intruder dressed in jeans and South Africa jersey came into the action for whatever reasons best known to him, but was swiftly taken down by Vavao Afemai during the closing minutes at Villa Park.

Ahead of a reunion and Jose Mourinho's homecoming in the Champions league mach between FC Porto and Chelsea on Tuesday, daily mail has released details of what they believe to be the cause of the rift between the Portuguese manager and current Porto goalkeeper Iker Casillas - a phone call.

See what Aston Villa defender Charles N'zogbia wore recently. N'zogbia though has been known to have a serious controversial dress sense but I guess this time captain Micah Richards could not take it anymore...see the latest one he posted on instagram...

Manchester City coach Mauel Pellegrini has shown the level of pressure he is under by snapping at reporters and demanding that they stop asking him stupid questions. City lost 4-1 to a youthful energetic Tottenham side on Saturday despite the Manchester club taking the lead through new boy Kevin De Buyne. City's recent form has been indeed disappointing with three loses in the last four matches in all competitions.

Romania rugby player proposed to his girlfriend on the Wembly pitch in England. Florin Surugiu took to the pitch to pop the question after his side lost to Ireland 44-10 during the ongoing Rugby World Cup on Sunday night.

According to reports, Liverpool target Jugen Klopp has agreed to cut short his sabbatical to take the Anfield job, however, he has issued certain conditions. The former Borussia Dortmund boss has been touted alongside former Chelsea coach Carlo Ancelotti to take over from embattled boss Brendan Rogers in recent times following Rogers' current struggles at the helm. The Reds have managed just three wins in the league all season.

Real Madrid have been stopped from scoring at home for the first time in 56 games. Cristiano Ronaldo and his teammates tried to beat Cameroon international Carlos Idriss Kameni a whooping 31 times with the current world best responsible for 13 out of the lot, unfortunately, it wasn't to be especially not against a resolute 10-man malaga.

Chelsea's Ramirez took to twitter to dedicate is stunning 25tard goal and Chelsea's first to his son. He shared the picture on twitter with the caption 'That goal was for you my boy!!!' Chelsea went on to draw 2:2 away at Newcastle. thanks to Brazilian substitutes Ramirez  and Willian.

Barcelona star Lionel Messi has been ruled pout for 8 weeks according to reports by the club. The four time Ballon dór winner is believed to have torn his internal collateral ligament of his left knee on their way to a 2-1 win over Las Palmas.

Alan Pardew has slammed Manchester United due to how Wilfried Zaha was 'treated'. Zaha moved to United in 2013 under Ferguson, but the Scots retirement and David Moyes reign meant Zaha barely got a opportunity to show why he made a big money move to the English giants. A year later he was back to Crystal Palace on a permanent transfer.

Repots claim Barcelona star, Neymar has seen his assets frozen by the Brazilian authorities following his failure to pay tax. It is also believed that he could be facing jail time if he fails to pay the outstanding debt. This alleged fraud has lingered since last year which saw then Barcelona President Sandro Rosell step down from his duties to relieve the club of the wanted attention.

Super Eagles striker Emmanuel Emenike yesterday shared pictures of a new tatoo of his dad who he lost some months back. He posted the collage below on instagram and captioned it "Saddest Moment". ...

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has apologised for his inability to attend the Rugby World Cup clash between England and Wales at Twickenham. The two British countries meet in what some consider to be one of the biggest Rugby World Cup matches in history. The macth kicks off just some minutes after Chelsea’s match at St James' Park against Newcastle on Saturday.

Former Manchester United coach Sir Alex Ferguson has hailed Old Trafford's newest star Anthony Martial and has even claimed the striker çan be anything'. Ferguson, while speaking in Manchester to promote his new book 'Leading', praised the impact the 19-year-old has made in such a short space of time. Martal has already scored four times in four appearances in all competitions.

Arsenal's Gabriel has been suspended for one match the FA has confirmed. The defender had seen the three match ban that comes with his red card as issued by Mike Dean reversed but has now been charged with a one match ban and fined 10,000 pounds for improper conduct which is believed to be his failure to leave the pitch following the sending off.

Lool, see this picture of Van Gaal and Dick Advocaat. The picture was taken when the two were PSV and Ajax coaches respectively. Ahead of their premiere league clash between Manchester United and Sunderland, I stumbled onto the picture and found a couple of this about it...do you see anything? At least two at the first glance...

Midfield maestro Juan Mata has revealed Manchester United players have finally started getting used to the 'Van Gaal way'. The Dutchman is knownto be very particular about his methods which include planning, meetings, analysis, and meticulous drills in the training ground.

Welcome to another weekend of mouthwatering fixtures...from Tottenham vs Manchester City to Newcastle vs Chelsea - lets remember that was where the champions got their first trashing last season...even with the current Newcastle form, it wont be a walk in the park. Tomorrow morning I would put up my score predictions for some matches...stay tuned *wink*

Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger has returned the favour by aiming what is believed to be a sly dig at last weekend's opposite number Jose Mourinho. During the routine press conference and ahead of his side's game against Leicester city, where he reunites with former Chelsea coach Claudio Ranieri.

Brazilian wonder and Barcelona player Neymar has revealed that he could have been plying his trade in England and in the colours of Manchester United.

The ongoing investigation into football's governing body FIFA seems to have taken another disappointing twist after it was announced that criminal proceedings into its long time president Sepp Blatter has begun.

Jose Mourinho during his press conference today has again taken a swipe at long time rival Arsene Wenger. The Chelsea boss accused the Frenchman - although without mentioning names- of receiving  fairer treatment than his colleagues.

Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola walked out of a press conference on Friday ahead of his sides clash with Mainz on Saturday.

Rumor has it the former Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp is being linked with the Liverpool job and it is believed the German is ready to cut short his sabbatical after just four months.

Nawah oh, and some people are complaining about Costa and his theatrics. Giorgio Chiellini has admitted that he overreacted to Luis Suarez's bite during the 2014 World Cup, Vice president of  FIFA’s appeal court Fernando Mitjans has said.

Chelsea first choice goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois took to twitter to update fans on the progress of his recovery.

Chelsea's third choice striker Lioc Remy has voiced his dissatisfaction over lack of game time especially in the Premier League. The Frenchman has played just eight minutes in the league this season due to Mourinho's preferred choice of Diego Costa and Radamel Falcao.

19-year-old Academy graduate Pereira, has thanked teammate Juan Mata for giving him the opportunity to justify the manager's faith in him. Pereira curled in a free-kick around the wall for United's second goal after an hour during what was only his third appearance and first start for the first team.