Sentences with phrase «after unconvincing»

United will be relieved it did not come back to haunt them after an unconvincing first - half display in West Yorkshire, despite making a superb start.

After an unconvincing campaign, in which Daniele Rugani impressed when given the opportunity, and with 30 - year - old Benatia no longer able to call upon the vitality of youth, it was a decision that demonstrated a considerable level of faith on the part of the coach.

Messi's hamstring strain meant the visitors were without their talisman and after an unconvincing qualifying campaign, Jorge Sampaoli's side have now lost two of their last three games, conceding 10 goals in the process.

Manchester City moved into third after an unconvincing 2 - 1 win over Leicester on Saturday afternoon.

Arsenal could do with improving in that area after an unconvincing start to the season, with injuries keeping the likes of Laurent Koscielny and Per Mertesacker out of most of their games so far.

Although United have already signed Memphis Depay from PSV (a deal all but completed according to BBC Sport), there's no doubt they could still do with more top class attacking players after unconvincing seasons from the likes of Angel Di Maria and Radamel Falcao.

Sterling now seems a priority target for City, who could do with more variety in attack after unconvincing performances from the likes of Samir Nasri and Jesus Navas out wide.

United could do with a new centre - back of his quality after some unconvincing form from the likes of Chris Smalling and Phil Jones this term, and landing such a proven player on a free would be a huge boost.

David ospina is definitely my no 1 choice in goal for us now, after that unconvincing display by szczesny today!

Pulis says the saga has distracted Evans after some unconvincing form so far this season, but was also quoted in the Daily Mirror as saying he has no problem with the player as he provided some update on the prospect of him signing a new contract with the club.

According to Don Balon, the Catalan giants want to strengthen at right - back after an unconvincing first season at the Nou Camp from Nelson Semedo, with Ernesto Valverde largely preferring Sergi Roberto in that role.

There is no doubt the Gunners need improvements in goal after unconvincing seasons from both Wojciech Szczesny and David Ospina, with the Colombian international replacing the Pole as first choice for the time being.

United already have plenty of options in attack but could arguably do with more after an unconvincing start by Alexis Sanchez since his move in January, as well as some inconsistent displays from Romelu Lukaku in his first season at Old Trafford.

United look like they need more up front after some unconvincing recent form from Romelu Lukaku, while the ageing Zlatan Ibrahimovic is yet to make much of an impact since returning from a lengthy injury.

That kind of form would also be a big boost for Spurs, who were not able to break into the top four and who look in need of improvements in that area after some unconvincing form from players like Younes Kaboul and Federico Fazio.

According to Gol Digital, Atletico are looking to invest up front in the winter after an unconvincing start to the season, with Salah one of their priority targets.

The Gunners look in particular need of bolstering their defensive options after some unconvincing form from Shkodran Mustafi this season, while Per Mertesacker is due to retire at the end of the campaign.

Still, the Premier League champions could perhaps be well advised to invest in central midfield this winter after their unconvincing start to the season.

Still, the latest from Don Balon is that Sergio Ramos and Cristiano Ronaldo have their doubts over signing Pogba after his unconvincing form for United.

The exciting young midfielder can operate in a variety of roles and looks just what Arsenal need in the middle of the park after some unconvincing form from the likes of Granit Xhaka, Aaron Ramsey and Francis Coquelin of late.

United could certainly do with strengthening at the back after some unconvincing recent form from the likes of Chris Smalling and Phil Jones, and Diario Gol have suggested Varane would cost around # 52million.

City are also in need of new signings in defence this winter after an unconvincing start in that department, and it looks as though Manuel Pellegrini will make Hummels his top target.

Liverpool could certainly do with a little more in midfield after some unconvincing form from Jordan Henderson this term, while Emre Can's future at the club is in serious doubt.

Liverpool are in clear need of signings in central defence after some unconvincing displays from the likes of Dejan Lovren, Martin Skrtel and Mamadou Sakho so far, and could revive their interest in one - time target Inigo Martinez.

United have not won the Premier League since Sir Alex Ferguson's final season in 2012/13 and many will question if Mourinho is really the right man for the job at Old Trafford after an unconvincing first two years in charge.

The 30 - year - old has a strained relationship with the Madrid fans after some unconvincing recent form, and has previously spoken of his desire to play for United again before the end of his career.

Not exact matches

After seeing Foxx singlehandedly tackling a slave - owning Leonardo DiCaprio in «Django Unchained,» his part in «The Amazing Spider - Man 2» feels wildly unconvincing by comparison.

After accepting this argument for many years, I now find it unconvincing.

United are surely now well - placed to grant him this wish in January, with Jose Mourinho certainly in need of reinforcements at left - back after freezing out Luke Shaw and rotating between unconvincing options in Ashley Young, Daley Blind and Matteo Darmian in that position.

After a slightly unconvincing first season, Mesut Ozil improved this time around and should see a small rise from 86 to 88 for FIFA 16.

Liverpool clearly need an upgrade in goal themselves after a series of unconvincing displays from Simon Mignolet and Loris Karius this season, and Navas would surely fit the bill.

Liverpool don't look in the best shape right now after another crushing defeat at the weekend, with a more defensive - minded midfield player perhaps ideal to offer more protection to the Reds» unconvincing back four.

The Red Devils take on the Spanish side at Old Trafford tomorrow evening and are not yet assured of qualification after a 0 - 0 draw and an unconvincing performance in the away leg.

It did seem like the other top clubs were taking turns lifting the trophy though while our players were busy taking selfies after even unconvincing wins...

(I think it is time to start planning for life after Xhaka because he will not rule a midfield like a Vidic or Kante — he is utterly unconvincing to me).

Manchester City defender Vincent Kompany has been slated on Twitter once again after more unconvincing defending in today's game against Liverpool at Anfield.

Barcelona may have won this battle over Real Madrid, but some of the club's hardcore fans will be scratching their heads after what should have been a memorable victory came in the most unconvincing and un-Barcelona way possible.

It is a sad fact that after last season's unconvincing form, it has taken a long time for him to regain Wenger's trust, and in the six games he has started in this campaign he has been substituted in five of them!

Even after spending so much today's their performance was unconvincing...

After a poor performance against Wigan and an unconvincing (though far from terrible) one against Chelsea, it would take a brave man to confidently predict a smooth run - in from here.

The Brazilian did well during his cameo appearance and Ramsey, who has also come under fire from fans following an unconvincing start to the campaign, faces some important decisions after the international break.

Aberdeen made unconvincing progress in the Europa League after a 1 - 0 defeat by Fola Esch in Luxembourg.

Former manager Vincenzo Montella began with a 4 -3-3, but as calls grew louder for a three - at - the - back formation after a string of unconvincing performances, he switched to a 3 -5-2 (or 3 -4-2-1).

Manchester United's victory at Crystal Palace may have been unconvincing, but Louis van Gaal's men will not mind after edging closer to a Champions League return.

The shot - stopper has been criticised quite a bit from the fans after displaying unconvincing performance for his side.

After experimenting with Rooney in a midfield role last season, most notably as part of his unconvincing and unpopular attempts to bring a back three - based system to Old Trafford, the Dutchman has returned the conundrum that neither Sir Alex Ferguson nor David Moyes were able to solve.

An unconvincing start from Jose Mourinho's team contributed to goals from Andros Townsend and Patrick van Aanholt — the second shortly after half - time — but after repeatedly threatening they snatched all three points through Chris Smalling, Romelu Lukaku and then Matic.

The match against Swansea saw Sam's boys play as unconvincing as they did in their 2 - 0 defeat at Arsenal and the Big Boss admits that he made an error by not making two changes after that defeat.

David Cameron for THAT honours list, after blundering by calling an EU referendum, fighting an unconvincing campaign and quitting as PM and then as an MP, despite saying he'd stay in the Commons.

Poll after poll confirms a public appetite for further controls on incomers, while Labour MPs are unconvincing in this minefield.