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James Lloyd

Sports Editor

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James is a sports writer specialising in football news, betting, and statistics. He also writes about various other sports, including tennis, boxing, and MMA. His work has been featured on multiple online sports platforms, including Sports Lens and Breaking The Lines. James holds a Master's degree in Sport & Exercise Physiology and currently works as a Video Scout for 360 Scouting.

Articles by James Lloyd (242)

Pep Guardiola Admits “A Break Would Do Me Good” Amid Struggling Manchester City Form

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has opened up about the toll of football management and his aspirations for life beyond the game, admitting that stepping away from the sport eventually “would do me good.” Guardiola is currently experiencing a rare struggling period at City, having recently signed a two-year contract extension despite his side suffering […]

James Lloyd  •  1H
Arsenal Targeting Dan Ashworth as Edu Replacement Following Manchester United Exit

Arsenal are reportedly eyeing a shock move for Dan Ashworth as their new sporting director after his abrupt departure from Manchester United. The Gunners are looking for a replacement for Edu following his resignation and have identified Ashworth as a prime candidate for the role, according to reports. Ashworth’s exit from Old Trafford, confirmed on […]

James Lloyd  •  3H
Premier League Referee David Coote Sacked By PGMOL Following Thorough Investigation Into Conduct

Premier League referee David Coote has been sacked by the PGMOL after a thorough investigation was conducted on his behaviour. The decision comes after two damning videos surfaced, including one showing Coote making offensive remarks about Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool and another allegedly showing him sniffing a white powder. PGMOL Sack David Coote The PGMOL […]

James Lloyd  •  20H
Manchester City Hearing Over 115 Premier League Financial Rule Breaches Concludes, Verdict Looms

The long-awaited conclusion to the Premier League’s investigation into Manchester City’s alleged breaches of financial rules has drawn nearer, as the hearing into 115 charges against the reigning champions wrapped up on Friday. Closing arguments were delivered at London’s International Dispute Resolution Centre, leaving a three-man panel to deliberate on the evidence before delivering a […]

James Lloyd  •  22H
Arsenal vs AS Monaco Preview, Prediction, Team News And Predicted Lineups

Arsenal host Monaco in the Champions League on Wednesday night, and we’ve got the latest team news and predicted lineups, as well as a preview and a prediction for the match. Arsenal vs AS Monaco Preview The two clubs, forever connected through Arsene Wenger and Thierry Henry, are locked in a battle for automatic qualification […]

James Lloyd  •  23H
Former Teammate of Cristiano Ronaldo Backs the Portuguese Superstar to Return to the Premier League

Cristiano Ronaldo has been backed by a former teammate to make a remarkable return to the Premier League. Former Manchester United star Louis Saha believes that the Portuguese legend’s next move is unpredictable, suggesting that “perhaps a chairman wants to take a chance” on the ageing superstar. Ronaldo’s first stint at United—from 2003 to 2009—saw […]

James Lloyd  •  09 Dec 2024
Former Manchester United Star and Four-Time Premier League Winner Nani Announces Retirement from Football

Former Manchester United and Portigal winger icon Nani has officially retired, drawing the curtain on a remarkable 19-year career. The 38-year-old announced his decision in a heartfelt video on social media. Nani began his journey in Sporting Lisbon’s youth academy before joining Manchester United in 2007 at just 20 years old. Following in the footsteps […]

James Lloyd  •  09 Dec 2024
Merseyside Derby Postponed As Everton and Liverpool Cancelled Due To Storm Darragh

This weekend’s Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool has been POSTPONED due to Storm Darragh lashing the region with gale-force winds and heavy rain. Scheduled for a 12:30pm kick-off on Saturday at Goodison Park, the match is set against the backdrop of an amber weather warning issued by the Met Office, warning of “danger to […]

James Lloyd  •  07 Dec 2024
Conor McGregor Ordered to Pay Additional $1.58 Million in Sexual Assault Case, Faces Potential Penalties for Court Conduct

UFC star Conor McGregor has been ordered to pay an estimated $1.58 million to cover legal costs incurred by Nikita Hand, who successfully pursued a civil claim accusing McGregor of raping her in a Dublin hotel in 2018. This ruling comes two weeks after a High Court jury found the MMA fighter liable for the […]

James Lloyd  •  06 Dec 2024
Mikel Arteta Embraces Comparisons to Stoke City, Calls Arsenal’s Set-Piece Mastery a “Compliment”

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has welcomed comparisons between his side and the physical, set-piece-dominant style of former Premier League side Stoke City. The comparisons arose following Arsenal’s 2-0 victory over Manchester United on Wednesday – a match in which defenders Jurrien Timber and William Saliba both scored from corners. Arsenal’s tally of 22 goals from […]

James Lloyd  •  06 Dec 2024