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Metro
04-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Metro
Leny Yoro names shock ex-Arsenal star as 'toughest striker' he's ever faced
Manchester United defender Leny Yoro has picked out ex-Arsenal star Alexandre Lacazette as the toughest striker he has ever come up against on a football pitch. Though still in the infancy of his career, Yoro has already locked horns with some of the finest attacking talent in world football, including Erling Haaland, Alexander Isak and Kylian Mbappe. And given the French centre-back is not even out of his teens, there are sure to be many, many more daunting challenges ahead of him over the coming years. Yoro could be forgiven for wanting United to bring in a high-class centre-forward of their own this summer, with both Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee badly struggling to live up to expectations at Old Trafford. Prior to his £52million transfer move from Lille to United, the 19-year-old only had one full season under his belt in senior football with his boyhood team. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link so we can send you football news tailored to you. But the second leg of United's Europa League quarter-final with Lyon in April marked the fifth time that Yoro had gone toe to toe with Lacazette – and it's clear he rates his fellow countryman extremely highly. Lacazette has racked up four goals in his those five meetings with Yoro, leaving a strong impression on the youngster. 'The toughest striker [I've faced]? I would say Lacazette, even in Ligue 1. He was very good,' Yoro told Rising Ballers. 'He's got a lot of experience because he played Premier League and Ligue 1. 'And his positioning in games, sometimes it's difficult for defenders, always in your back.' To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Yoro opened his account for United in the first leg of the side's quarter-final with Lyon, directing home Manuel Ugarte's scruffy effort with a precise header from close range. 'Honestly, I was not ready to score!' Yoro joked when looking back on the 2-2 draw at Lyon's Groupama Stadium. 'But I didn't want to celebrate because I wanted to play quick to try to win the game. 'I was really happy because my family was there and after the game, they said they were really happy for me and proud so it was good.' Going forward, Yoro is keen to add another string to his bow by bringing more 'aggression' to his game. Asked which area he most needs to improve, Yoro replied: 'Maybe I would say, sometimes, my aggression, being more aggressive. 'With the ball, I need to improve, of course, but I think I'm good so maybe, sometimes, I need to be more aggressive.' Yoro sees his long-term future at United and is desperate to start adding major trophies to his collection sooner rather than later. Quizzed on where he sees himself in five years' time, he responded: 'I hope I will stay here, for sure, in Manchester. '[Hopefully] I can say that I've won some titles and something has changed, maybe I have a child.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Lisandro Martinez makes Man Utd transfer decision after surprise Napoli links MORE: Sweden boss rubbishes Viktor Gyokeres transfer claim amid Arsenal talks MORE: Ange Postecoglou speaks out on message to Spurs fans during Europa League parade
Metro
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Metro
Tottenham vs Man Utd: Europa League final predicted lineups, team news, injuries
Both Manchester United and Tottenham can salvage silverware in the Europa League final tonight. Two English teams meet in a European final for the fifth time in Bilbao tonight, desperate to rescue something from desperately poor Premier League campaigns. Lifting the trophy will also earn a crucial spot in next season's Champions League. Despite their poor league form, Ruben Amorim's side have remained unbeaten throughout the entire Europa League campaign and eased past Athletic Bilbao in the semi-finals to reach the final. The Red Devils could now lift the trophy for the second time after their triumph under Jose Mourinho back in 2017. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link so we can send you football news tailored to you. Tottenham, meanwhile, saw off the challenge of Norwegian underdogs Bodo/Glimt in the semis and could now win the club's first trophy since the League Cup back in 2008. Despite rotating their squad in recent matches to rest key players, both teams have several injury doubts ahead of Wednesday's final in Bilbao. United will be without Matthijs de Ligt despite the Dutchman making the trip to Spain but Leny Yoro is expected to play. De Ligt has missed the last three games after picking up a fresh knock against Brentford at the start of May, while Yoro limped off during United's defeat to West Ham two weekends ago. Yoro trained on Tuesday along with Diogo Dalot, who is available again after missing six games with a calf injury. There was another surprise return with Joshua Zirkzee back among the group. Yoro, Dalot and Zirkzee are all available tonight, although Amorim did suggest at a press conference on Tuesday their minutes will be limited. Ayden Heaven's cameo appearance against Chelsea – his first minutes since March – provided another boost for Amorim, although it's unclear if fellow centre-back Jonny Evans will be able to be feature after his similarly lengthy lay-off. Toby Collyer could be called upon after making his long-awaited return to United's matchday squad against Chelsea. Tottenham, meanwhile, find themselves short of options in central midfield after James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski and Lucas Bergvall were all ruled out of Wednesday's final. There were additional concerns for Pape Matar Sarr after he limped off during Friday's defeat to Aston Villa, but Ange Postecoglou passed his midfielder fit when he spoke to the press yesterday. Postecoglou rested several key players on Friday, but captain Heung-Min Son did play from the start, managing 74 minutes as he continued his comeback from a foot injury. Vicario, Porro, Romero, van de Ven, Udogie, Bentancur, Bissouma, Odobert, Johnson, Solanke, Son. Onana, Mazraoui, Maguire, Shaw, Amad, Casemiro, Ugarte, Dorgu, Fernandes, Garnacho, Hojlund. The Europa League final between Tottenham and Manchester United will kick off at 8pm on Wednesday, 21 May 2025. More Trending Viewers can tune into the action via TNT Sports 1, with coverage starting at 6pm. The final will also be able to watch for free, with fans simply needing to create a discovery+ account to stream the game at no extra cost. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Tottenham vs Man Utd: Win the Europa League final and Spurs have had a better season than Arsenal – trophies are the priority MORE: Paul Scholes names two Man Utd stars who must start vs Tottenham tonight MORE: Pep Guardiola threatens to quit Man City over transfer strategy change
The Herald Scotland
20-05-2025
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Joshua Zirkzee, Diogo Dalot and Leny Yoro train as Man Utd prepare for EL final
Dalot (calf) has been absent for six matches, while fellow defender Yoro sat out last Friday's 1-0 loss at Chelsea having sustained a foot issue. While that trio were able to take part with their team-mates at Carrington on Tuesday morning – as was Jonny Evans – there was still no sign of Matthijs de Ligt, sidelined for the last three games. United, who also have Lisandro Martinez out of action, face Ange Postecoglu's Spurs at Bilbao's San Mames on Wednesday evening as the sides languishing in 16th and 17th place in the Premier League respectively battle it out for the prize of a spot in next season's Champions League.
Metro
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Metro
Chelsea vs Man Utd: Confirmed team news, predicted lineups and kick-off time
Mount back to face his old club tonight (Picture: Getty) Chelsea welcome Manchester United to Stamford Bridge tonight in their final home game of the Premier League season. The Blues are still fighting to secure Champions League qualification with defeat to Newcastle United on Sunday seeing them slip down to fifth – still good enough for Champions League qualification. But with a trip on the final day of the season to Nottingham Forest, currently sat in seventh just a point behind Enzo Maresca's side, Friday is a must-win game. Chelsea will be without Nicolas Jackson after his daft red card at St James' Park earned him a three-match suspension. Christopher Nkunku remains sidelined while Marc Guiu has not featured since picking up a hamstring injury in February. Get personalised updates on Manchester United every day Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link so we can send you football news tailored to you. Pedro Neto was shifted into a role through the middle during Jackson's recent injury absence and may be asked to do that job again. Jadon Sancho meanwhile is ineligible to take on his parent club while Wesley Fofana will have no further role to play this season. Jackson was shown a straight red last weekend (Picture: Getty Images) With Sancho ruled out, Tyrique George could also be handed a starting role, whether it's in his familiar wide role or through the middle as he did in the Europa Conference League wins over Djurgarden. United meanwhile will have their focus solely on the Europa League final against Tottenham next week. How Chelsea could line up on Friday… Ruben Amorim rested some of his likely starters on Sunday in the dreadful 2-0 defeat to West Ham United but Bruno Fernandes, Noussair Mazraoui and Rasmus Hojlund were among those to still play the full 90 minutes. With their trip to Bilbao in mind, the United boss will surely be taking no further risks on Friday after Leny Yoro was forced off with a concerning injury issue at the weekend. Yoro was forced off against West Ham on Sunday (Picture: Getty) In any case, Yoro will not be involved against Chelsea with Harry Maguire, who came off the bench to replace him, another who could be kept out of the firing line. Matthijs de Ligt is still recovering from a knee injury along with Ayden Heaven. Amorim still hopes to have the trio available next week. How United could line up on Friday… Tyler Fredricson, Harry Amass and Chido Obi could be handed starting roles again while Amorim could also look to the likes of Sekou Kone, Bendito Mantato, Godwill Kukonki and Jaydan Kamason with senior stars rested. Toby Collyer meanwhile has resumed training but the trip to west London may come too soon for the midfielder. Diogo Dalot is still working towards being fit for the Europa League final with Lisandro Martinez, Ayden Heaven and Joshua Zirkzee all sidelined. Predicted Chelsea XI to face Man Utd Sanchez, James, Chalobah, Colwill, Cucurella, Caciedo, Fernandez, Madueke, Palmer, George, Neto Predicted Man Utd XI to face Chelsea Bayindir, Fredricson, Lindelöf, Shaw, Kamason, Eriksen, Ugarte, Amass, Mainoo, Garnacho, Obi Where to watch Chelsea vs Manchester United? Kick-off time and TV channel Chelsea vs Manchester United will kick-off at 8:15pm on Friday 16 May. More Trending The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League and is available to stream on Sky Go and NOW TV for subscribers. Arrow MORE: Liverpool open talks to sign £52m Chelsea flop ahead of Newcastle Arrow MORE: Andoni Iraola makes shock admission over Dean Huijsen to Real Madrid transfer links
The Irish Sun
15-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Ruben Amorim hints Man Utd need a new centre-back in worrying Leny Yoro and De Ligt update ahead of Europa League final
RUBEN AMORIM has suggested Manchester United will enter the market for a new centre-back in the summer. Speaking to media ahead of the Europa League final, 3 Ruben Amorim has suggested Man Utd could sign a new defender in the summer Credit: Getty 3 It comes after injury concerns of Leny Yoro and Matthijs de Ligt Credit: Getty Yoro was seen crying as he limped down the Old Trafford tunnel with a foot injury when he was replaced early in the second half against Meanwhile, De Ligt has not featured since going off injured against Those knocks, along with injuries to Lisandro Martinez and And it has forced the Portuguese boss to ponder over whether he will need to add another central defensive recruit to his already extensive summer shopping list. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL He said: "Leny was the same as Mattha. I was thinking about next year, the squad if we need another guy, if it is a long injury. "That is my concern. It is not just about the final. Of course I want every player fit. "But Yoro in his foot... he had that problem. I was so concerned about the next season, the next squad, the way we build up the squad. "That was my biggest concern. The rest will be ready for the final no matter what." Most read in Football Asked additionally about risks to other stars like Speaking about the five-day gap from them facing Ruben Amorim vows to QUIT Man Utd if horror slump continues as dejected boss identifies 'most dangerous thing' at club He said: "The best way is to face the game like we should face the game, it is to win the game, we need to perform... "The only way I know how to prepare a final is, in the normal game for our league, we must play the same way as a final. "We have to try to recover, the best thing to prepare the final is to play the game and then the players have to understand if you play or don't play against Chelsea, it means nothing to the final. "That is important. I am just preparing for the Chelsea game. That is my focus. We want to win and we want to perform. "I don't know. I know the starting XI I am thinking for Chelsea and then I will see. "Even the way we play there against Chelsea I will see it and it will be important for the next one." 3 Man Utd vs Spurs - Europa League final:
