Craig Shakespeare praises Riyad Mahrez professionalism despite desire to leave Leicester City

Shakespeare praised his wantaway midfielder, after the 26-year-old Algerian assisted two goals in his teams 2-0 victory over Brighton on 19 August. The beginning of the Premier League season has been marred by a number of high profile players handing in transfer requests and not playing for their clubs, including Liverpools Phillipe Coutinho and Southamptons Virgil Van Dijk.  Aug 21, 2017

Antonio Conte Defends Making Courtois Take A Penalty In Community Shield

Antonio Conte says he has no regrets about making Courtois take a penalty against Arsenal in the Community Shield on August 6. With the match finishing 1-1, Arsenal eventually won the game on penalties after Chelsea goalkeeper Courtois skied the ball over the crossbar and Morata had his effort saved.  Aug 7, 2017