Tag: Interview
Toti Gomes interview: Wolves defender on being mentally strong and taking his opportunity under Gary O’Neil | Football News
It was the clever footwork of Wolves defender Toti Gomes that brought their breakthrough goal against Fulham last time out in the Premier League. He controlled the ball with his left foot and passed the ball to Rayan Ait-Nouri with his right. Two perfect touches, but it was not even his best assist of the…
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Christian Horner: No resolution to Red Bull investigation into team principal after first interview | F1 News
Red Bull’s investigation into allegations of inappropriate behaviour against Christian Horner is set to continue after no resolution was reached during a first interview with the Formula 1 team principal on Friday. Red Bull GmbH, the Austrian parent company of the F1 team, launched an independent investigation after allegations of controlling and coercive behaviour were…
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Nuno Espirito Santo exclusive interview: Nottingham Forest boss on rebalancing the squad and defending set pieces | Football News
Nottingham Forest supporters saw another side to Nuno Espirito Santo when he smiled with relief and declared himself a happy man in his interview after the penalty shootout win over Bristol City in the FA Cup on Wednesday evening. Even now, he is thrilled. “It was massive for us,” he tells Sky Sports. “I consider…
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Ederson exclusive interview: Man City goalkeeper on becoming a leader, Pep Guardiola’s future, and chasing Liverpool | Football News
There were 75 minutes on the clock at the Etihad Stadium when Ederson switched from goalkeeper to bodyguard, charging shoulder-first into Burnley’s Connor Roberts then dragging him away as he tried to square up to the 19-year-old Rico Lewis. “I will back up my team-mates under any circumstances,” Ederson tells Sky Sports as he reflects…
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John McAtee exclusive interview: Barnsley forward on December wonder strikes and the Tykes’ promotion push | Football News
As Barnsley look to continue their relentless promotion charge, following play-off disappointment last season, John McAtee has become a mainstay for the south Yorkshire club. The 24-year-old forward – on a season-long loan from Premier League newcomers Luton – has chipped in with nine goals and three assists in all competitions during his time at…
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Mike Williamson exclusive interview: MK Dons’ head coach not yet targeting promotion from League Two | Football News
This season, the one after relegation back down to League Two in May, started with such promise for MK Dons. The vastly experienced Graham Alexander, appointed in late May, said he would work “every single minute to give the MK Dons supporters a team that had been successful” and, initially, he stayed true to his…
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Lois Openda interview: RB Leipzig forward on scoring at Man City, idolising Didier Drogba and aiming for the top | Football News
Quiz question. Who is the only player to score twice in the first half of a Manchester City game at the Etihad Stadium this season? Perhaps surprisingly, the answer is not Erling Haaland. It is not even Julian Alvarez. The player is RB Leipzig forward Lois Openda. The Belgium international has been a revelation in…
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James Garner exclusive interview: Feeling at Everton under ‘old school’ Sean Dyche different after rollercoaster start | Football News
James Garner says Sean Dyche’s positive mentality has created a “different feeling” as Everton seek to ease relegation fears this weekend. Aston Villa visit Goodison Park on Sunday, live on Sky Sports, with the midfielder looking to end the club’s five-game run without a victory in all competitions. Back in August, Garner admits he and…
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Kalidou Koulibaly interview: Senegal captain wants to win Africa Cup of Nations to prove you can play in Saudi Arabia and be competitive | Football News
On the eve of the Africa Cup of Nations, Kalidou Koulibaly leans forward and makes a big statement. “This AFCON will be one of the best,” he tells Sky Sports from Senegal’s camp in the Ivory Coast. It is perhaps unusual for the captain of the tournament holders to lavish praise on his team’s competition.…
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Max Crocombe interview: Burton Albion goalkeeper on rude awakenings, New Zealand caps, and why Alisson is the best | Football News
Max Crocombe has had to be patient. He made his League One debut for Burton Albion just days after turning 30 – but it came 14 long years after making his senior debut for Buckingham Town as a 16-year-old goalkeeper in the Union Counties League. “I remember my first game,” Crocombe tells Sky Sports. “I…
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