The England star forced an own goal early but the Blues were swiftly pegged back as Brighton came from behind to progress in the FA Cup. Carlo Ancelotti's side showed heart in the second half, with their star Frenchman snagging a point in a fierce rival clash. City's old guard bailed out their younger and inexperienced team-mates as they made it out alive of a tricky cup tie in east London.
GOAL gets the measure of the latest from the football zeitgeist, from CR7's big birthday to a fresh boot drop from Nike. The defender haunted his old club after the Argentine winger sparked the Red Devils back into life following a typically drab first half. There remains a worrying lack of maturity about a wonderfully talented team that could prevent them from winning a major trophy.
Manchester City have confirmed that Khadija Shaw has returned to training after withdrawing from the Arsenal game in light of receiving online abuse. GOAL takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from around the world.
Enzo Maresca insists Chelsea do not 'miss' Joao Felix following the forward's loan move to AC Milan, despite attacking injuries since his departure. Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs believes that Marcus Rashford must rediscover his love of football if he is to succeed at Aston Villa. Antony scored his first Real Betis goal in only his second game for the club as the Brazilian matched an embarrassing Manchester United record. French midfielder Julien Maggiotti almost fell prey to a scam transfer on the January transfer deadline day, he has revealed.
Roberto Firmino will not be eligible to play in the Saudi Pro League again this season after Al-Ahli de-registered him from their squad. Inaki Pena has been left frustrated at Barcelona after manager Hansi Flick explained his decision to drop the goalkeeper, per a new report.
