Recently, Cricket Exchange reports that Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino publicly praised José Mourinho, calling him one of the best coaches in the world. Ahead of Tottenham’s FA Cup semifinal clash with Manchester United, Pochettino took the opportunity to defend both his own players and his managerial peer. Reflecting on their recent loss to Manchester City, where goalkeeper Hugo Lloris made a few high-profile mistakes, Pochettino stood firmly by his captain, saying, “To me, that wasn’t a mistake.” Pochettino emphasized that Lloris is among the world’s top goalkeepers, having consistently performed at the highest level for the past four years....

Cricket Exchange sheds light on Tiemoué Bakayoko’s current situation at Chelsea, a story marked by high expectations, cultural adjustment, and the ongoing pressure to perform. Despite his £40 million transfer from Monaco, Bakayoko’s first season at Stamford Bridge hasn’t gone as planned, and questions around his form continue to grow louder. But as former Chelsea defender William Gallas emphasized in an interview with Goal.com, judgment may be premature. “You can prove people wrong by performing well next season,” Gallas explained. “Football today is incredibly impatient—fans want instant results. But we have to remember Bakayoko just came from Monaco. English...