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Virgil Van Dijk points finger at specific weakness after Liverpool defeat against Nottingham Forest

Liverpool suffered a shock 3-0 defeat against Nottingham Forest at Anfield. It was their sixth defeat in their last seven Premier League matches and it was another performance that should worry Arne Slot and the fans.

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'He looks like a starter' – Joe Cole says Enzo Maresca has a good problem

Former Chelsea player Joe Cole believes that Enzo Maresca has a good problem to have with one of his players right now. Chelsea are off the back of beating Burnley 2-0 in the Premier League yesterday and now see themselves second in the league.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / November 23

Tottenham match rival offer to hijack move for 'genius' who 'will make history'

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to sign Nico Williams from Athletic Club Bilbao. The Spanish International has been a key player for his club country, and the North London outfit are hoping to sign him.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 23

Enzo Maresca can’t resist returning to his strange obsession after Chelsea win

It was only Burnley, but Chelsea’s away win today felt very important. With a rotated team playing in an early kick off, the only priority had to be getting 3 points, and the Blues did it.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / November 23

'That didn’t really work out' – Arne Slot did not mince his comments after Liverpool defeat

Premier League resumed after the international break and for Liverpool, nothing really changed. They went into the international break with a 3-0 defeat against Manchester City.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / November 23

Report: Man United 'sending scouts to watch' 19-year-old Bundesliga prodigy

FC Koln winger Said El Mala has impressed in the Bundesliga this season, and multiple clubs are monitoring his progress. According to Football Insider, Manchester United have sent scouts to watch the 19-year-old attacker in action.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / November 23

Sources: Chelsea & Arsenal enter race for Premier League defender with serious intent

The race to sign Nottingham Forest defender Murillo is getting intense with clubs like Chelsea, Arsenal and Barcelona all showing interest in the defender.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 23

Vancouver makes first Western Conference final over LAFC in PKs

Mathias Laborda scored the decisive spot kick long after his goal late in the first half and the nine-man Vancouver Whitecaps prevailed 4-3 on penalties in the Western Conference semifinals over visiting Los Angeles FC on Saturday night following a 2-2 draw.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 22

US star Rose Lavelle scores late to give Gotham FC another NWSL title

SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Rose Lavelle already was a queen of international football. Now she is finally an NWSL champion after leading Gotham FC to the title, scoring the lone goal in a 1-0 win over the Washington Spirit on Saturday.

Crystal Palace News / We All Follow United / November 22

Manchester United scouts keen on talented French duo with bright future

Manchester United have already started to widen their recruitment focus ahead of the 2026 January transfer window, and have opted for a silent but carefully planned scouting approach.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 22

Guardiola does not expect Arsenal to drop too many points despite draw at Sunderland

Arsenal’s recent setback in the Premier League title race came at the Stadium of Light, where they surrendered two points in a 2- 2 draw against Sunderland.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / November 22

Ruben Amorim keen to retain Manchester United talent in January; player has other plans

Manchester United are now facing a tough decision as TEAMtalk has reported that Kobbie Mainoo is planning to formally ask for a transfer ahead of the January window.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / We All Follow United / November 22

Manchester United flop’s chapter closed at Old Trafford, former PL boss confirms

Manchester United are at the centre of another goalkeeping debate after former midfielder Gordon Strachan suggested that Andre Onana has likely played his final match for the club.

'Do we not push'- Will Thomas Frank rush injured Tottenham ace into action? Spurs boss gives clear response

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank has moved to calm concerns around Dominic Solanke’s long-running ankle issue, offering clarity on the striker’s recovery while insisting Spurs will not rush him back into action prematurely.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / November 22

Former Tottenham boss a hard man to please; jury out on Thomas Frank

Former Tottenham manager Tim Sherwood has cast doubt over Thomas Frank’s project, insisting he still isn’t convinced by the Dane despite Spurs’ positive start to the Premier League campaign.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 22

Report: Leeds linked with January move for €20 million-rated forward

Crystal Palace signed Christantus Uche during the summer transfer window. However, the 22-year-old has struggled for regular game time. He is yet to make a single start for the Eagles, and a report from Spanish publication AS claims that Crystal Palace could send him back to Getafe in January.

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Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / November 22

Manchester City 1 Newcastle 2: City player ratings from City’s disappointing defeat at St. James Park

Here are the City player ratings as Manchester City fell to a frustrating 2-1 defeat to a dogged and determined Newcastle side at St. James Park. A second half brace from Harvey Barnes was enough for the hosts to pick up all three points in a thoroughly entertaining Premier League fixture.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / November 22

'It will happen…': Glasner admits Crystal Palace player could leave soon

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has now admitted that Naouirou Ahamada does not have a future at the Premier League club. “He’s been training with the Under-21s the whole time,” Glasner revealed (h/t YahooSport).

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / November 22

Report: Leeds star has held talks with Euro giants over January transfer

Leeds United are looking to sell Illan Meslier in January. The French goalkeeper has fallen down the pecking order at the English club, and he needs to move on in order to play regularly.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 22

Rice reveals how Odegaard is being helped by teammates to lead Arsenal

Arsenal continues to rely on a broad and evolving leadership structure, with Martin Odegaard serving as captain while several teammates support him both publicly and behind the scenes.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 22

Amid turmoil, top-seed Union face NYCFC in East semifinals

The top-seeded Philadelphia Union host No. 5 New York City FC in Sunday's winner-take-all Eastern Conference semifinal, which has emerged as a match where both sides could be combating off-field distractions.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 22

Lionel Messi in stride as Inter Miami faces FC Cincinnati in East semis

Lionel Messi and third-seeded Inter Miami look to continue their deepest MLS Cup playoff run in club history when they visit second-seeded FC Cincinnati in a winner-take-all Eastern Conference semifinal on Sunday.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 22

0 duels won: Sky reporter slams ‘completely anonymous’ Liverpool player in Anfield humbling

One Liverpool player was criticised for his ‘completely anonymous’ performance as the Reds were thrashed 3-0 at home by Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 22

Not Zirkzee or Mainoo: Numerous clubs now ‘monitoring’ Man Utd man’s situation after INEOS U-turn on his future

Now in the final seven months of his Manchester United contract, clubs are keeping a close eye on Jadon Sancho’s situation. Primarily sides in Turkey and Saudi Arabia, with teams across Europe’s major leagues unwilling to take a punt on the lacklustre attacker.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 22

'Who’s Eze?' Frank discusses missing out on Arsenal man in the summer

Tottenham came close to securing the signing of Eberechi Eze during the summer and had even reached an agreement with Crystal Palace for his transfer. The Lilywhites were determined to bring in a new number ten, and Eze appeared on the verge of joining them before Arsenal intervened and successfully hijacked the move.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / November 22

Hapless Liverpool loses physical, mental duels in blowout loss to Forest

Forest hammered Liverpool, 3-0, in insouciant style, and Arne Slot was forced to turn his criticism inward to explain the defeat.

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Lecce News / To The Lane And Back / November 22

Tottenham better off waiting till summer for midfield target; Euro giants relay January transfer stance

Tottenham’s shortcomings in the summer are continuing to haunt Thomas Frank as the injury crisis at N17 deepens. The Lilywhites focused heavily on strengthening their attack, bringing in Mohammed Kudus, Xavi Simons, and Randal Kolo Muani ahead of the new campaign.