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Manchester City vs Chelsea 1-1 Draw Pushes City Further Back in Premier League Title Race

A 1-1 draw in the Manchester City vs Chelsea match at the Etihad on Sunday, January 5, pushed the Cityzens further behind in the Premier League title race.

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The 2025/26 Bundesliga Midseason Review

The German Bundesliga will resume on Friday, January 9, 2026, when Borussia Dortmund take the field against Eintracht Frankfurt in a top-four clash from last season.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / January 6

Burnley vs Manchester United: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Team News

Burnley vs Manchester United should be an enticing clash between two relatively struggling sides as they both hope to get back to winning ways when they meet in Gameweek 21 of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign at Turf Moor on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 6

'On the verge' – Fabrizio Romano has latest on new Chelsea manager search

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has the latest info on Chelsea’s new manager search as it draws to a conclusion. To be honest, I’ve been pretty adamant that this has already been done for days now and it’s just a case of ticking a few boxes before an announcement is made – expected to come very soon now.

Atalanta News / Extratime Talk / January 6

Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman: The Career-Defining Choice That Changed Everything

For Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman, it must still feel surreal that a boy born in London and raised in Peckham now carries the hopes of an entire nation every time he pulls on Nigeria’s green and white.

Real Betis News / Football Espana / January 6

Ex-Real Madrid assistant rules himself out as Xabi Alonso replacement

Former Real Madrid assistant manager Davide Ancelotti has ruled himself out of the running to replace Xabi Alonso, should Los Blancos dismiss the Basque manager.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 5

Van Dijk admits Arsenal match will be a 'big fight' for Liverpool

Liverpool will be Arsenal’s next visitors, and the fixture presents the Gunners with an opportunity to respond to their defeat in the reverse meeting earlier in the season.

Sassuolo News / SempreInter.com / January 5

Report – Negotiations Between Inter Milan & Galatasaray Over Italy Flop Midfielder Underway

Inter Milan and Galatasaray have reportedly started discussions over the potential winter deal for Davide Frattesi. According to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, negotiations between the clubs are well underway.

Fiorentina News / SempreInter.com / January 5

Report – Inter Milan Target Fiorentina Star As Joao Cancelo Set To Join Barcelona

Serie A giants Inter Milan have reportedly set their sights on Fiorentina stalwart Dodo after losing the race for Joao Cancelo. According to Matteo Moretto via FCInter1908, the Brazilian has emerged as the club’s top target to replace Denzel Dumfries.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 5

Crystal Palace pushing to get deal done for England International

Crystal Palace are reportedly working tirelessly to secure the long-term future of goalkeeper Dean Henderson, with the club identifying the England international as a key figure in their ongoing project.

Soccer News / The Laziali / January 5

Mandas Could Reunite With Baroni as Lazio & Torino Negotiate Goalkeeper Swap

Lazio and Torino have reportedly opened talks over a goalkeeper swap involving Christos Mandas and Franco Israel. This season, Mandas has yet to make an appearance in Serie A, as Maurizio Sarri has opted to start with Ivan Provedel in all 18 league fixtures thus far.

Crystal Palace News / Last Word On Sports / January 5

From Rejection to Redemption: The Antoine Semenyo Story

Once upon a time, Antoine Semenyo nearly made a choice that ensured that nobody ever heard his name but fate would have his story be one of rejection to redemption.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 5

Saka has already equalled a Cesc Fabregas record at Arsenal

Bukayo Saka remains one of Arsenal’s most influential players, continuing to demonstrate the qualities that make him a trusted member of the squad. Despite a challenging period last season, when an injury interrupted his momentum, Saka has steadily worked to regain his best form and maintain his importance to the team’s overall performance.

RB Leipzig News / Esteemed Kompany / January 5

Manchester City suffer a cruel blow as a key defender will be out for a prolonged period

Josko Gvardiol had to be taken off in the 51st minute as Manchester City drew 1-all with Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday evening. The Croatian defender did appear to sustain a serious injury when he went down injured.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 6

‘He knows it’ – Ex-Liverpool striker issues Slot sack claim after axe falls on Maresca and Amorim

Arne Slot will realise that he’s not immune from losing his job at Liverpool if they fail to qualify for next season’s Champions League. That’s according

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 5

‘Closing in on deal’: Reliable journalist drops exciting Liverpool transfer update

Liverpool are reportedly on the verge of completing a deal for highly-rated Senegalese defender Mor Ndiaye, according to fresh reports from Merseyside.

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Austin FC sign M Owen Wolff through June 2030

Midfielder Owen Wolff signed a contract extension with Austin FC on Monday that moves him into a U22 Initiative roster slot and is guaranteed through June 2030.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 5

Tottenham monitoring electric young winger who was heavily linked to Barcelona in 2025 summer

Despite some heavy spending in the summer, Tottenham Hotspur have not been able to produce desirable results. Spurs winning just two of their last 11 Premier League games have seen them drop to 13th in the table.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 5

Kiwior shines again, should Arsenal consider bringing him back?

Jakub Kiwior left Arsenal on loan to join FC Porto during the most recent transfer window, and the defender has enjoyed an impressive run of form since making the move.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 5

Not just Guehi: Liverpool and Man City could face off for another English centre-back – report

Liverpool remain firmly interested in Marc Guehi after falling agonisingly short of signing him four months ago, and it seems that he’s not the only English centre-back of interest to the Reds.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 5

Huge Liverpool transfer blow as Man City step up move to hijack top target

The January transfer window has taken a dramatic turn as Manchester City have emerged as shock contenders to sign Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi. Pep Guardiola’s side may be forced into the market following a defensive injury crisis, with Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol both suffering injuries.

‘Rusty’ Dominic Solanke’s return discussed as Thomas Frank provides new update

Tottenham Hotspur will be travelling to the Vitality Stadium to face Bournemouth on Thursday. Ahead of the game, the Danish manager is in front of the media for his press conference.

Fiorentina News / Field Level Media / January 5

D.C. United acquire striker Louis Munteanu for record fee

D.C. United acquired Romanian striker Louis Munteanu on Monday for a club-record fee of a reported $10 million. Munteanu, 23, arrives from Romanian top-flight side CFR Cluj and is under contract through the 2028-29 MLS season with an option for 2029-30.