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'Marc is' – Enzo Maresca reveals the type of striker he thinks Marc Guiu is

Enzo Maresca has described Marc Guiu as a typical number nine as he spoke about his development ahead of Saturday’s game with Sunderland. The Blues welcome the Black Cats to Stamford Bridge, looking to make it five wins in a row in all competitions after thrashing Ajax on Wednesday night.

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Napoli lose injured Meret for Inter clash

Rasmus Hojlund isn’t the only Napoli player missing tomorrow’s game against Inter, as Alex Meret has also been ruled out with a fracture of the second metatarsal in his right foot.

Napoli News / Football Italia / October 24

Why Conte won’t hold press conference ahead of Napoli vs. Inter

Antonio Conte will not speak to the media on the eve of a Serie A match between his Napoli side and Inter. Napoli coach Conte will not meet the media on Friday, on the eve of a Serie A match against Inter at the Stadio Maradona.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 24

Sky: Conte has three options as Hojlund set to miss Napoli vs. Inter

Sky Sport Italia reports that Napoli will be forced to cope without their top goal scorer, Rasmus Hojlund, in a Serie A game against Inter tomorrow. Denmark international Hojlund hasn’t yet recovered from a muscle injury, so he won’t be available when Napoli host Inter at the Stadio Maradona on Sunday.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 24

'We got to show' – Maresca reveals why Fernandez handing the ball to Estevao vs Ajax was so important

Enzo Maresca has admitted he was happy with Enzo Fernandez giving Estevao the penalty against Ajax as it highlighted the team’s togetherness. Chelsea thrashed Ajax 5-1 on Wednesday evening, with Estevao becoming Chelsea’s youngest scorer in Champions League history.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 24

Arteta delighted as Gyokeres rediscovers scoring touch in Atletico rout

Viktor Gyokeres’ brace fired Arsenal to a 4-0 win over Atletico Madrid, a result that not only strengthened their Champions League title credentials but may also have ended the striker’s personal goal drought.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / October 24

Journalist questions Tudor’s decisions against Real Madrid

Juventus produced a much-improved performance in their recent Champions League clash against Real Madrid, despite suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat to the Spanish giants.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / October 24

Intermediary Anticipates Real Madrid Targeting Yildiz

In addition to Chelsea and the Premier League giants, Real Madrid are looming over the future of Juventus star Kenan Yildiz, too. The talent is in talks to renew his contract, although there hasn’t been much progress lately.

Napoli News / Football Italia / October 24

Chivu: ‘I trust our professionalism, Napoli atmosphere won’t be easy’

Inter head coach Cristian Chivu says that he trusts his players’ ‘professionalism and responsibility’ after granting them an extra day off ahead of their

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 24

Slot finally explains why he keeps picking Milos Kerkez over Andy Robertson

Arne Slot has lifted the lid on his reasoning for sticking with Milos Kerkez ahead of Andy Robertson, despite growing calls for the Scot’s return to the starting XI.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 24

'I’ll tell you…' – Pep Guardiola sticks up for Liverpool in swipe at ‘pundits and specialists’

Considering the rivalry which has developed between Liverpool and Manchester City over the past decader, it might seem surprising to have Pep Guardiola fighting the Reds’ corner, but that’s exactly what he’s done today.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / October 24

Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

The Manchester United vs Brighton clash is set to be a thrilling battle between two relatively in-form teams in the 2025/26 Premier League as they aim to extend their winning run at Old Trafford on Saturday, 25 October.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 24

Report: Man United set aside €120m for two signings, including Liverpool & Arsenal target

Manchester United have reportedly set aside €120m to spend on two signings at the request of manager Ruben Amorim. The Red Devils had a busy summer bringing in Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha, and Senne Lammens, but few at Old Trafford will be kidding themselves that it’s enough.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 24

Nicola ‘not playing’ Tudor’s games but Cremonese see ‘real Vardy’

Davide Nicola says he won’t ‘play these games’ as Juventus coach Igor Tudor claimed the Bianconeri would have been table leaders if they had met Cremonese rather than Milan.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 24

'In football' – Enzo Maresca speaks out on Marc Guiu future amid rumoured Sunderland return

Enzo Maresca has stated it’s very difficult to say when asked if Marc Guiu would return to Sunderland on loan in January. Chelsea welcome Sunderland to Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon looking to make it five wins in a row in all competitions.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / October 24

Scudetto Debate As Former Striker Tips Two Teams Over AC Milan: ‘Inter Milan & Napoli Are Stronger’

Luca Toni believes the Scudetto battle is wide open, but made clear who he considers Inter and Napoli to be the strongest sides in Serie A this season, doubting Milan’s title credentials.

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Soccer News / Extratime Talk / October 24

New Nottingham Forest Manager: Is Sean Dyche the Right Man for the Job?

The search for a new Nottingham Forest manager has concluded after the Premier League’s second-shortest-ever managerial reign under Ange Postecoglou, with Sean Dyche undertaking the role.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 24

Fresh Arsenal injury blow as Mikel Arteta reveals key player 'hasn’t been able to train'

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has delivered a major injury blow for the club ahead of this weekend’s game against Crystal Palace. The Gunners enjoyed a 4-0 thrashing of Atletico Madrid in the Champions League this week, creating a real sense of optimism among the Emirates Stadium fans.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 24

‘We said it’ – Roy Keane claims Liverpool haven’t fixed ‘problem’ which lingers from last season

Roy Keane has claimed that ‘the biggest problem’ at Liverpool right now is one which stems back to the latter part of last season. Although the Reds returned

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / October 24

Real Madrid willing to pay €100m to win race for Arsenal, Chelsea & Man Utd transfer target

Real Madrid are reportedly willing to pay as much as €100m to ensure they win the race for the transfer of Juventus attacking midfielder Kenan Yildiz. The Turkey international has shone during his time in Serie A, establishing himself as one of the finest young talents in Europe at the moment.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / October 24

Double blow for Man United as Amorim reveals in-form duo are doubtful for Brighton

Manchester United could be without Harry Maguire and Mason Mount when they host Brighton on Saturday. The two Englishmen have been revitalised under Ruben Amorim, and were also on the scoresheet in recent fixtures.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 24

'Ready to start' – Enzo Maresca gives huge team news clue about one player tomorrow

Just when injuries were starting to clear up and things were looking rosy at Chelsea, Enzo Maresca dropped a bit of a bomb today by revealing (without much prompting) that he had spoken to Marc Guiu behind the scenes about his efforts in training.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 24

Tottenham ace could leave N17 in January, PL rivals ready to pounce

Tottenham Hotspur began the season brightly but have gone off the boil of late. Just one win has come from their last five matches across all competitions- a 2-1 success at Leeds United before the October international break.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 24

Tottenham star undergoes surgery; return date yet to be fixed

Injuries are starting to pile up for Tottenham Hotspur of late. Dominic Solanke underwent a minor ankle surgery earlier this month and there is no timescale on his return.

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 24

Rashford can help Man Utd sign ‘best in the world’ star as INEOS make contact

Manchester United have reportedly registered their interest in Barcelona bomber Robert Lewandowski, who could become a free agent in the summer. The 37-year-old has been plying his trade in Catalunya since making the move from Bayern Munich in the summer of 2022.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / October 24

Report: Man United plot £105m double raid for Bruno & Maguire replacements

Manchester United are reportedly eyeing moves for Sporting CP defender Ousmane Diomande and Athletic Club midfielder Oihan Sancet. The Premier League giants revamped their attack last summer by recruiting Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko, while also bringing in Senne Lammens to replace Andre Onana between the sticks.