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After a few exciting months, the first stage of the 2025/26 Champions League is coming to an end. The matches planned for Tuesday and Wednesday will answer a few pressing questions.

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Serie A | Juventus 3-0 Napoli: Old Lady crush decimated Champions

Juventus propelled themselves back into the Scudetto race after beating decimated Napoli, as Jonathan David, Kenan Yildiz and Filip Kostic pounced on defensive errors around penalty appeals.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 25

Man Utd stun Arsenal to extend Gunners winless streak

Manchester United claimed an impressive 3-2 victory against Arsenal this evening, extending the Gunners’ winless run in the Premier League. The result came at a damaging time for Arsenal, who entered the match on the back of consecutive league draws and were determined to return to winning ways.

Soccer News / HITC / January 25

Trent Alexander-Arnold could send Liverpool fans into a frenzy after Man City shocker

Trent Alexander-Arnold’s move to Real Madrid stunned Liverpool fans, but another decision could be even harder to take. The former Liverpool star’s time in Spain hasn’t gone as planned.

RB Leipzig News / centredevils / January 25

Patrick Dorgu injured during Arsenal clash

Patrick Dorgu has established himself as a starter under interim manager Michael Carrick who took over from former permanent boss Ruben Amorim until the end of the 2025-26 season.

Borussia Monchengladbach News / SempreInter.com / January 25

Revealed: The Reasons Why France Star Could Leave Inter Milan In The Summer

The growing depth in attack at Inter Milan could reshape the future of Marcus Thuram, prompting internal reflection ahead of the summer window. Cristian Chivu now has reliable alternatives at his disposal.

Soccer News / The Laziali / January 25

This Week In Lazio History: January 19-25

This week we remember some important games, Gottardi’s goal in the derby, a demolition of Milan and a rare win against Juve, plus a happy birthday to Giorgio Chinaglia.

Real Madrid News / Caught Offside / January 25

Report: Chelsea pushing to sign €45 million Argentine wonderkid this month

Chelsea are interested in signing the Real Madrid midfielder Franco Mastantuono. The talented young Argentine has struggled for regular opportunities at Real Madrid since the €45 million move.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 25

Inter Milan Set For Decisive Meeting With Agent Of Hajduk Split Starlet Over Possible Move

Inter Milan are set to hold a decisive meeting over Branimir Mlacic of Hajduk Split, with the defender’s future now approaching a key moment. According to Fabrizio Romano, via FCInterNews, the next 48 hours will prove key.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 25

Inter Milan Loanee Struggles On Debut With New Club, Coach Admits ‘He Had Difficulties’

The return of Valentin Carboni to Argentina did not begin as planned, with the Inter Milan loanee enduring a difficult debut for Racing Club. Carboni joined Racing during the January window after a mixed spell at Genoa, generating real excitement among supporters eager to see the 2005-born attacker back in his home country.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 25

Italy Wing-Back Praises Former Inter Milan Teammate As Speculation Grows About Return To Nerazzurri

Aleksandar Stankovic continues to impress during his loan spell in Belgium and, once again, his performance has fuelled discussion about a future return to Inter Milan.

Paris Saint-Germain News / PSG Talk / January 25

PSG Begins Preparations for the Announcement of Dro Fernández

It’s only a matter of days, maybe even hours, and PSG Talk can exclusively reveal that PSG has already begun preparing communications for the arrival of the 18-year-old Spaniard.

Torino News / Caught Offside / January 25

Conte could lose star to former club, Tottenham eye official move for utility man

Tottenham Hotspur have been quite poor defensively this season, and they are looking to improve in that area with the signing of Alessandro Buongiorno.

RB Leipzig News / Football Espana / January 25

Barcelona player ratings against Real Oviedo: Decisive Dani Olmo strikes again

Barcelona returned to winning ways in La Liga with a hard-fought 3-0 victory over Real Oviedo at the Spotify Camp Nou on Sunday afternoon, with goals from Dani Olmo, Raphinha and Lamine Yamal.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 25

Van Dijk has just made his Robertson stance clear

Liverpool have been handed another Andy Robertson talking point after the 3-2 defeat at Bournemouth, because Virgil van Dijk has publicly stated he wants our vice-captain to stay at Anfield.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 25

Chiellini: ‘Juventus negotiations with En-Nesyri are over, we cannot buy him’

Juventus director Giorgio Chiellini confirms Youssef En-Nesyri has rejected the transfer from Fenerbache. ‘We cannot buy him outright, so for us the negotiations are over.’ The clash with Napoli kicks off at the Allianz Juventus Stadium in Turin at 17.00 GMT (18.00 CET).

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Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 25

Romano latest: Chelsea 'approach rejected' but Blues ready to line up huge summer deal after sales

While Chelsea were winning 3-1 away from home at Crystal Palace, things were afoot in the transfer market. The Blues weren’t expected to do much this month – and indeed they haven’t.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 25

Manna: ‘Napoli welcome Giovane, interested in Juanlu Sanchez’

Napoli director Giovanni Manna welcomes new signing Giovane on the bench against Juventus, while confirming interest in Sevilla right-back Juanlu Sanchez.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / January 25

Liverpool make contact with agents of Slot replacement, Reds star will be very happy

Liverpool have reportedly made contact with the agents of Xabi Alonso. It will be interesting to see if they are prepared to appoint the 44-year-old manager before the end of the season.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 25

Rosenior’s strange sub decision could trigger Chelsea loan or sale for wonderkid

Chelsea have just cruised to a win over Crystal Palace, beating the Eagles 3-1 at Selhurst Park. In terms of the scoring, it went perfectly for Chelsea.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 25

Serie A | Atalanta 4-0 Parma: Raspadori scores on full debut victory

Giacomo Raspadori scored on his full Atalanta debut, along with Gianluca Scamacca, Marten de Roon and Nikola Krstovic to sweep Parma aside. The mood in Bergamo was shaken by recent results, held by Pisa in Serie A and losing to Athletic Club in the Champions League, ruining their excellent run of form.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 25

Confirmed Arsenal team v Man Utd – Jesus starts over Gyokeres again

Arsenal host Manchester United in the Premier League shortly, and this is the starting eleven as announced by Mikel Arteta. The Gunners will be eager to

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 25

'I’m sure about that.' Manager says Arsenal loanee destined to be a top player

Ethan Nwaneri was introduced straight into the Olympique starting XI at the weekend and marked the occasion by scoring one of the goals in their three-one victory against Lens.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 25

Liam Rosenior gives major update on Cole Palmer status for key Champions League match

Cole Palmer trained on Friday, and in his press conference ahead of today’s game, Liam Rosenior said he would probably be ready to play against Crystal Palace.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 25

Brazilian set to reject Aston Villa for a move to Chelsea

According to journalist Jorge Nicola, midfielder Douglas Luiz is not willing to return to Aston Villa as he favours a move to Chelsea. The midfielder, who is currently on loan at Nottingham Forest from Juventus, is being chased by Villa manager Unai Emery as he looks for midfield depth in the summer transfer window.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 25

Slot explains why Liverpool ran out of energy in Bournemouth defeat

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has pointed to fatigue and injuries as key reasons why our 13-game unbeaten run came to an end with a 3–2 defeat away at Bournemouth.

VfL Wolfsburg News / Esteemed Kompany / January 25

Two key players for Manchester City got the rest they needed against Wolves

Erling Haaland and Phil Foden have carried a heavy workload for Manchester City this season. Both players have barely had an opportunity to rest in the past few months.