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9 recoveries and 8 passes into the final third – Chelsea man dominates game against Aston Villa

9 recoveries and 8 passes into the final third – Chelsea man dominates game against Aston Villa

Chelsea are winning 1-0 at half time against Aston Villa at Stamford Bridge. It’s a well deserved score line. The Blues are all over their opposition, and if they hadn’t gone in ahead they would have been truly full of regrets after they dominated with a really impressive showing.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 27
'Made of sterner stuff' Pundit reacts to Arsenal’s win against Brighton

'Made of sterner stuff' Pundit reacts to Arsenal’s win against Brighton

Arsenal delivered an impressive performance this afternoon as they beat Brighton 2-1 to reclaim top spot in the Premier League. Under pressure after Manchester City’s earlier victory, the Gunners showed composure and resilience to overcome one of the league’s most awkward opponents.

AC Milan News / Football Italia / December 27

Milan renewal for Maignan approaches confirmation: the details & figures

Milan have stepped up efforts to secure Mike Maignan’s future, with negotiations over a new contract now entering a decisive phase. After months of uncertainty, the Rossoneri have formally presented a renewal proposal to the French goalkeeper, whose current deal expires in June.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 27
7 duels won: Much-maligned Liverpool ace had a quietly brilliant game in victory over Wolves

7 duels won: Much-maligned Liverpool ace had a quietly brilliant game in victory over Wolves

Liverpool have rounded off 2025 with four consecutive wins and seven straight matches unbeaten, but once again it was far from straightforward for Arne Slot’s side.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 27
Man Utd star nearing return from injury, but his spot has already been filled by ‘outstanding’ replacement

Man Utd star nearing return from injury, but his spot has already been filled by ‘outstanding’ replacement

Manchester United should soon regain the services of Harry Maguire, but he’ll have to climb his way back in the hierarchy. The Englishman suffered a muscle injury during the 2-2 draw against Tottenham in November, and has been out of action ever since.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 27
Arsenal player ratings: Declan Rice shines despite new position, summer signing still a big concern

Arsenal player ratings: Declan Rice shines despite new position, summer signing still a big concern

Arsenal returned to the top of the Premier League table with a 2-1 win at home to Brighton on Saturday afternoon. The Gunners weren’t quite at their best, but did what they needed to do to move above Manchester City again after their victory over Nottingham Forest earlier in the day.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / December 27
European giants eyeing surprise move to sign West Ham wonderkid

European giants eyeing surprise move to sign West Ham wonderkid

West Ham’s famed academy is once again the center of international attention. While the Hammers have a long history of producing elite talent, the latest reports suggest that one of their most promising defensive prospects, 15-year-old Emmanuel Fejokwu, could be on his way out before he even signs a professional deal.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 27

Capello spots a change in recent Juventus performances

Juventus has been in impressive form in recent weeks, securing victories against opponents that may have posed a greater challenge in previous seasons.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 27
Maresca explains line-up decision which will be controversial if it backfires

Maresca explains line-up decision which will be controversial if it backfires

Enzo Maresca’s favoured back 4 is pretty established at this point, and we expected to see them today. However instead the coach has dropped Wesley Fofana, breaking up his really successful partnership with Trevoh Chalobah.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 27
What Ibrahima Konate did in closing minutes of Liverpool win illustrated the nerves at Anfield

What Ibrahima Konate did in closing minutes of Liverpool win illustrated the nerves at Anfield

Liverpool have made it four wins in a row and seven games unbeaten across all competitions with victory over Wolves at Anfield on Saturday afternoon, moving back into the top four of the Premier League for at least a couple of hours.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 27
Arsenal sees off Brighton 2-1 to reclaim top spot

Arsenal sees off Brighton 2-1 to reclaim top spot

Arsenal beat Brighton 2-1 in a hard fought Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium this afternoon. Brighton are not a side that can be taken lightly, as they thrive on causing problems for top teams, and Arsenal were fully aware of the challenge they faced.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / December 27
Journalist shares encouraging update on Tottenham’s ability to invest in January squad

Journalist shares encouraging update on Tottenham’s ability to invest in January squad

Tottenham are looking to strengthen their squad for the second half of the season in the upcoming transfer window. There are several glaring issues within the team that must be addressed if the Lilywhites are to close the gap on their rivals under Thomas Frank.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 27
Aston Villa vs Chelsea – Team News: Maresca changes up his big game plan with midfielder returning

Aston Villa vs Chelsea – Team News: Maresca changes up his big game plan with midfielder returning

Chelsea face Aston Villa at Stamford Bridge in just over an hour, and the teams are in! In recent games against top teams, including the one last week against Newcastle, Enzo Maresca has strengthened his starting XI by putting Reece James into midfield.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 27
Arsenal dealt yet another injury blow right before the Brighton game

Arsenal dealt yet another injury blow right before the Brighton game

Arsenal have reportedly been dealt another injury blow, with Riccardo Calafiori having to pull out of today’s team to take on Brighton. The Italy international was at first named in Mikel Arteta’s starting line up to take on the Seagulls, but was then pulled out and replaced by Myles Lewis-Skelly.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 27
This one Chelsea weakness makes Aston Villa favourites tonight claims Sky Sports prediction

This one Chelsea weakness makes Aston Villa favourites tonight claims Sky Sports prediction

Sky Sports’ predictions for today’s huge Chelsea – Aston Villa game are in, and it’s not good for the Blues. Villa roll into the game on a run of 10 wins in a row, but perhaps aren’t as menacing as that record would suggest, given they’ve scored some fantastic goals and nicked some wins in that time.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 27
Manchester City 2 Nottingham Forest 1: City player ratings as Cherki dazzles again

Manchester City 2 Nottingham Forest 1: City player ratings as Cherki dazzles again

Here are the City player ratings from Manchester City’s massive 2-1  win over Nottingham Forest at The City Ground today. Goals from Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Cherki were enough for City to see off a determined Nottingham Forest side at The City Ground.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 27
Liverpool team news v Wolves: Chiesa makes first PL start this season among 2 changes by Slot

Liverpool team news v Wolves: Chiesa makes first PL start this season among 2 changes by Slot

Liverpool will round off a calendar year of extreme highs and lows this afternoon when they play Wolves in their final fixture of 2025. It’s been a chastening

Werder Bremen News / Caught Offside / December 27
AC Milan make astonishing decision on Niclas Fullkrug after one training session

AC Milan make astonishing decision on Niclas Fullkrug after one training session

West Ham have already finalised their first January deal, with Niclas Fullkrug making the move to AC Milan. The veteran striker will officially join the Serie A giants when the January transfer window opens, having reached an agreement to end his disappointing 18-month spell at the London Stadium.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 27
Keith Wyness names ‘this’ London rival club as a real option for out-of-favour Brennan Johnson

Keith Wyness names ‘this’ London rival club as a real option for out-of-favour Brennan Johnson

Brennan Johnson’s time at Tottenham Hotspur looks to be coming to an end. The 24-year-old has struggled to maintain a spot in Thomas Frank‘s starting line-up this season, despite scripting his name in the Tottenham history books when he scored the winner against Manchester United in the Europa League final back in May.

Alan Shearer News / Just Arsenal / December 27
Alan Shearer discusses a key difference between Arsenal and Man City

Alan Shearer discusses a key difference between Arsenal and Man City

Arsenal and Manchester City are the primary clubs competing for the Premier League title this season, with the Gunners currently leading the standings.

VfL Wolfsburg News / Esteemed Kompany / December 27
The first deal of the January window for Manchester City may arrive very quickly

The first deal of the January window for Manchester City may arrive very quickly

Manchester City received a boost ahead of the January transfer window when Antoine Semenyo chose City as his preferred destination should he leave Bournemouth next month.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 27
Sources: Man City close in on £65m star but fear losing forward to Tottenham

Sources: Man City close in on £65m star but fear losing forward to Tottenham

Man City are very much in the Premier League title race, and in order to consolidate their bid, they want to make signings in January. Pep Guardiola wants at least one attacking reinforcement brought in, with the idea being for that player to be Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 27
Luckhurst witnessed Amorim’s pre-match ‘ruse’ that left Newcastle scrambling

Luckhurst witnessed Amorim’s pre-match ‘ruse’ that left Newcastle scrambling

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim managed to deceive his Newcastle counterpart through a pre-match ploy.  Ahead of the Boxing Day clash against the Magpies, all sources projected a 3-4-2-1 formation when the lineups were announced, with Lisandro Martinez combining with Luke Shaw and Ayden Heaven in the back-three.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 27
Inter Milan’s move deepens speculation about Guglielmo Vicario’s future at Tottenham

Inter Milan’s move deepens speculation about Guglielmo Vicario’s future at Tottenham

Tottenham Hotspur are preparing for a potentially transformative January transfer window after a poor first half of the season under Thomas Frank, and a key player could be on the way out.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 27
Manchester City vs Nottingham Forest: Predicted City starting eleven and latest City injury news

Manchester City vs Nottingham Forest: Predicted City starting eleven and latest City injury news

Manchester City take on Nottingham Forest today at The City Ground. Today’s match is another important Premier League fixture for Pep Guardiola’s side.

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