Ste McGovern

Ste McGovern is an experienced football editor, writer and podcaster, who has been part of The Football Faithful team since the site’s early period. A Freelance football writer, Ste has bylines for the Manchester Evening News, BirminghamLive, MARCA, Balls.ie and the Nottingham Post.

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Articles by Ste McGovern

Ederson, John Stones and Abdukodir Khusanov of Man City celebrate after the goalkeeper provided an assist for Omar Marmoush of Manchester City (not pictured), who scored his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Manchester City FC and Newcastle United FC at Etihad Stadium on February 15, 2025 in Manchester, England.

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Ederson sets new Premier League record with latest Man City assist

Man City goalkeeper Ederson now holds the record for the most assists by a goalkeeper in Premier League history. The Brazil international lofted a…

15/02/2025

Unai Emery ‘frustrated’ by Aston Villa display against ten-man Ipswich

Unai Emery was left deeply “frustrated” by his Aston Villa players on Saturday, accusing them of failing to follow his instructions as they drew…

15/02/2025

Arteta reveals what he told Merino in surprise Arsenal decision

Mikel Arteta knew Mikel Merino would score against Leicester City before surprisingly deploying the midfielder as a striker on Saturday. The Spain international came…

15/02/2025

Arteta sends title race message to Liverpool as Arsenal close the gap

Mikel Arteta says that Arsenal are “not going to stop” fighting for the Premier League title after closing the gap to Liverpool at the…

15/02/2025

Arsenal starlet Ethan Nwaneri compared to Lionel Messi amid breakout season

Arsenal sensation Ethan Nwaneri has been likened to Lionel Messi after the teenager put in another impressive performance in the Premier League. The 17-year-old…

15/02/2025

Arsenal hero Merino rules out new role following Leicester brace

Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino says he won’t be the club’s new striker after scoring twice against Leicester City on Saturday. The Spain international came…

15/02/2025

Everton predicted lineup vs Crystal Palace as Moyes forced into changes

A depleted Everton team travel to south London to take on Crystal Palace in the Premier League this weekend. David Moyes’ men arrive at…

15/02/2025

Four talking points ahead of the Premier League weekend

Five talking points ahead of the weekend’s Premier League action, featuring an injury-ravaged Arsenal attack, robust Newcastle, Bournemouth, Spurs and Man Utd. Arteta needs…

14/02/2025