Sentences with phrase «as big favourites»

It's hardly a surprise that Chelsea come into this game as big favourites.

For me that is clearly not a transfer to one of our big rivals in the English Premier League and up until now the Arsenal transfer rumours in the press have Pep Guardiola and Man City as big favourites to land our forward.

A decent draw in the Champions League has us all hoping, if not quite expecting, to get into the quarter - final stage for the first time in five years, while a good result at Old Trafford in a couple of weeks will see Arsenal installed as big favourites to retain the FA cup.

However, the Daily Express report that neither United and PSG will be pursuing their interest in the Netherlands international, leaving Liverpool as the big favourites to snap him up this summer.

Chelsea will start Friday's match as big favourites, having won their last four games in all competitions, scoring 14 goals in the process.

So even though the Gunners will head to Wales and the Liberty Stadium as big favourites against the struggling Swans, the boss knows that we must be well prepared and approach the game in the right way and after the last two starts against Bournemouth and Preston that means doing it from the first whistle.

As for their mutual stats, Bayern Munich have beaten Arsenal on their two trips to the Emirates in the Champions League (3 - 1 in February 2013, 2 - 0 in February 2014) Before the opening match of the Group F, Arsenal and Bayern Munich were standing as the biggest favourites for the top two places.

There are also feature enhancements such as a bigger favourites list, longer term email storage and, more importantly, enhanced search tools.

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Sina Weibo is a crowd favourite in Hong Kong, as many of the regions biggest celebrities use the platform to connect with their fans.

I find that there is something quite comforting about a big bowl of lentil soup — it always has been a favourite of mine — as it is chunky, filling and also has texture to it too.

I can't believe as a vegan it's possible to have pavlova again.I am a big dessert lover and pavs are my absolute favourite dessert ever.I will be attempting this for Easter.

That business also came stuffed with the cheap and cheerful brand, Blossom Hill, a big favourite among the sun - starved British who've got plenty on their hands as they contemplate a vote on an exit from the European Union.

For example hidden in a muffin or a smoothie if you're not a big fan or in this chia pudding if you like them more as they are, but even if chia seeds are not you're favourite I would urge you to try this recipe anyway because so far I have only had happy smiles in return when serving it.

As well as these new additions, the show also welcomes back established favourites, including The Pharmaceutical Symposium, The Great Innovation Debate, The Drinks Symposium, The Ecopack Challenge, The Packaging Consultancy Clinic and The BIG Print DebatAs well as these new additions, the show also welcomes back established favourites, including The Pharmaceutical Symposium, The Great Innovation Debate, The Drinks Symposium, The Ecopack Challenge, The Packaging Consultancy Clinic and The BIG Print Debatas these new additions, the show also welcomes back established favourites, including The Pharmaceutical Symposium, The Great Innovation Debate, The Drinks Symposium, The Ecopack Challenge, The Packaging Consultancy Clinic and The BIG Print Debate.

I don't think there are many foods that I find as comforting as soups and potato and leek soup has always been a big favourite of mine.

I have added some of my favourite combinations, and to be honest and sometimes add everything together as one big mixed mash up, which is absolutely wonderful too.

Still, they look unable to keep him as big clubs circle and United may now be the favourites to win the race for his signature.

But the news today reported by the BBC that Jurgen Klopp is set to step down as manager of Borussia Dortmund this summer has raised questions again, as the charismatic German was one of the big favourites among Arsenal fans to take over from Wenger.

After managing some of the biggest clubs in Europe, including AC Milan, Real Madrid and Juventus, the former Roma midfielder was tipped as the favourite after Steve McClaren was sacked after what truly was a shambles.

In the midfield, (including RWB & LWB) we have a whole bunch of tweeners... none offer the full package, none make sense in our manager's current favourite formation, except for Sead on the left and Ox on the right, and all of them have never shown any consistency for more than a heartbeat... Sead, who I'm including in this category because of our present formation, looks like a positive addition, minus his occasional brain farts, but I would rather see what he could do in a back 4 before making my mind up... Ox, who has never played better, which isn't saying much considering his largely underwhelming play in previous seasons, seems to have found a home in this new formation; unfortunately, can we really expect this oft - injured player to handle the taxing duties that come with said position over the long haul, not to mention, it looks like he has no intention of staying... Ramsey has relied on the empathy that stems from his gruesome injury years ago and the excitement that was generated a few years back when he finally seemed to put in altogether, but on the whole he has been a big disappointment (neither he nor the Ox have scored enough to warrant a regular spot)... Wiltshire should be put on a weekly contract then played until he suffers his first injury, if and when that occurs he should be shipped - out and no one should very be allowed to say his name on club grounds ever again... Elnehy & Coq are average players who couldn't make any of the top 7 teams currently in the EPL... both have showed some great energy on the pitch, but neither are top quality and no good team can afford to have that many average players on their bench playing the same position, especially with Coq's injury history / discipline concerns and Elheny's headless chicken tendencies... as for Xhaka, his tenure here so far has been incredibly underwhelming... we know he has some skills to provide the long ball but his defensive work is piss poor and he gives the ball away too cheaply and far too often... finally, the enigma himself, Ozil, so much skill with his left foot but his presence has been more frustrating than uplifting... in many respects his failure has been directly related to the failure of this club to provide him with the necessary players up front, minus Sanchez of course, and unless something drastic happens very soon his legacy will be largely a negative one (much like Wenger's)

While it's clearly a big boost for United to get one over rivals Manchester City, who had long been tipped as the favourites for the Chile international, Neville also believes Jose Mourinho may have done so out of fear of Liverpool overtaking them in the Premier League.

Mbappe will also hope to add more major trophies to his collection this season as PSG look huge favourites to win Ligue 1 and could also have a big opportunity to finally win the Champions League.

Arsenal have got a lot more to do than simply catch and overtake our north London rivals Tottenham if this season is to be seen as anything but a disappointing one, and with 11 points to make up on the current Premier League leaders you would have to say that Leicester City are big favourites to finish above the Gunners and complete an amazing campaign by being crowned champions of England.

The team that I see as our only big rivals for the Title, they sit 2 points clear of us right now, they just tore Newcastle a new one, and are just about everybodys pick for the league, and the only real test in the league coming soon is at home to Man United (Pray for a draw), but whilst they are everybodys pick, they are favourites, they are still not untouchable.

It would be great for the Gunners to bring all three points back to north London on Saturday as it would ease some of the recent fans» frustration and fury while fending off the scousers and Man United to make Arsenal big favourites to qualify once again for the elite club competition which is the Champions League.

One of the best wingers in the world, Arjen Robben is an old favourite of Van Gaal's and has today been linked with a surprise # 73m move to Old Trafford as they seek to sign a big - name forward with pace and an eye for goal.

If Liverpool do get through, however, they will join Arsenal and Manchester United as the three big clubs still in the competition and the three big favourites to win the trophy, but they will be faced with the toughest tie in the next round, away to Crystal Palace.

The Spanish giants are seemingly keen to bring in a new big name upfront, with Aguero topping their list as he is described as being one of Perez's favourite players.

A favourite of Louis van Gaal, AS Roma midfielder Kevin Strootman could be another big name on his way out of the Stadio Olimpico if he makes a long - awaited move to Manchester United.

Obviously, «big games» is a painfully vague term, as is «strong teams,» so by way of explanation, we're basically talking any game in which Arsenal might not be favourites, or might not be strong favourites, and any team that's in with a shout of either winning the Champions League or ending up in the Premier League's top four.

Since securing his move to the Spanish giants from Lyon for # 30M in the summer of 2009 (fee as per the Guardian), Benzema has managed to become somewhat of a big fan favourite at the Bernabeu.

The final Premier League game before Christmas is a big one as the two favourites for this season's title go head - to - head at the Emirates Stadium as Arsenal host Manchester City on Monday night football.

Chelsea were stunned 4 - 2 by Bradford in the last round, though there is plenty of reason for Fabregas to enjoy this well earned rest as the Blues look big favourites to win the Premier League this season, while there is also the Champions League and a Capital One Cup final to look forward to.

Big names such as Radamel Falcao and Angel Di Maria have come in at Old Trafford, giving them a much better chance of breaking back into the top four, but Chelsea have spent well on the likes of Cesc Fabregas and Diego Costa as well, making them early - season favourites to win the Premier League.

When you compare the way the two teams have played so far it is easy to see why the home side are big favourites, as they have been playing great football, sweeping aside all comers and are unbeaten as yet, while Arsenal have lost at Stoke and Watford and were hammered at Anfield by Liverpool.

Should United end up losing Fellaini come next summer, it'll come as a big blow to Man United fans, who would hate to see one of their favourite players depart from Old Trafford.

Since the Brazilian international didn't name the club, Chelsea are seen as one of the biggest favourites to have potentially made the offer.

The second set of Champions League quarter - finals kick - off on Wednesday with the big one taking place as Liverpool host competition favourites Manchester City in their first leg.

Alessandro Florenzi is a big fans» favourite at the Stadio Olympico, as his versatility makes him a key man for Luciano Spalletti.

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Surprisingly enough bookies have installed Wales as slightly favourite going into the biggest game in Welsh football history against Portugal and thats largely down to Portugal inability to win games as they have not registered a win in normal 90 minutes in the competition.

«Punters are convinced that Griezmann's days at Atletico are numbered as they are backing the Frenchman to join Barcelona who are the favourites to secure the player in what would be a big blow to Manchester United who have eyed the player up for some time,» said Coral's John Hill.

As soon as they're big enough, Tomorrowland Speedway will be one of your toddler's favourite rides EVEAs soon as they're big enough, Tomorrowland Speedway will be one of your toddler's favourite rides EVEas they're big enough, Tomorrowland Speedway will be one of your toddler's favourite rides EVER.

Zak took a slightly different approach and spent his money almost as fast as he earned it, but managed not to run out completely, a big favourite of his was climbing up the building wall, which he did twice.

My kids love anything puppet related at the moment as they have big imaginations so these are going to be firm favourites in our puppet theatre!

The TV drama is the next big project for the prolific playwright behind modern political favourites such as This House, Ink and Labour of Love.

I thought the Tories were 55/45 % favourites to win last week but after the by - election in the neighbouring seat where the Tory won well with a v big swing, I can not see Thomas holding onto his seat and would rate CON as 80 % likliehood.

This sort of work makes a big impact: chemists who work in product development touch every aspect of daily life, such as transforming natural gas into plastic packaging, creating sparkly toothpaste that coaxes kids to brush their teeth and developing the nation's favourite chocolate bar.

Secondly I am a big fan of the statement culotte / trouser / straight leg denim jean teamed with a boyfriend blazer, today's look has to be my favourite trousers yet (a new pair from Zara which you can find here) as well as this forest green suit I picked up earlier in the year.

Yes, we have all seen the biggest fashion influencers wearing their favourite denim shirt combined with similar denim pants, although I find it a little borring and unflattering as I am not a big fan of matching pieces (except from total black and total white) it's an open sicret that many fashion designers based their collections on this particular combination over the years