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Red Bulls hire Michael Bradley as head coach

Legendary midfielder Michael Bradley was hired as the new head coach of New York Red Bulls on Monday. Bradley, 38, played for the MLS side when it was known as the MetroStars at the outset of his career in 2004.

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Calabria reveals bitter AC Milan exit: ‘No longer wanted to deal with certain people’

Davide Calabria is continuing his career at Panathinaikos, but feels bitter over how his experience at AC Milan ended. ‘Honestly, I no longer wanted to

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 15

BBC reporter explains why Anfield decision left Liverpool exposed

Liverpool’s win over Brighton moved us forward in the league, but a key refereeing moment ensured the post-match discussion went far beyond the scoreline.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 15

Wilfried Nancy and doomsday scenario we prayed wouldn’t happen

Where do we even start? Yesterday completed the doomsday scenario we all prayed wouldn’t happen the day Celtic announced Wilfried Nancy as our new manager…

Southampton News / Caught Offside / December 15

Man United star wants to secure Old Trafford exit in January

Man United are hoping to make a signing or two in January, but they will almost certainly see a couple of players move on too. One of those is expected to be Kobbie Mainoo, who remains out of favour under Ruben Amorim.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 15

How to buy tickets for Aston Villa vs. Manchester United

Manchester United face a difficult test as they take on Unai Emery’s in-form Aston Villa side away from home in what should be an unmissable Premier League clash.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 15

How close is Kai Havertz to a return to full fitness?

Kai Havertz has been sidelined since the start of the season, and the German attacker is eager to regain full fitness as soon as possible. His absence has been a notable one for Arsenal, even though the squad has continued to evolve in his time away.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 15

Roma lose El Aynaoui appeal over AFCON, Ndicka and Diao get permission

Roma have lost their appeal to use Neil El Aynaoui in tonight’s Serie A match against Como, as Morocco refused permission, but Evan Ndicka and Assane Diao will play.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 15

Italian Journalist Praises Inter Milan Captain After Impressive Genoa Performance: 'Master Inside The Penalty Area'

Italian journalist Marco Bucciantini hailed Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez after Sunday’s win over Genoa. Speaking to Sky Calcio Club via FCInter1908, Bucciantini identified El Toro as a fox in the box.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 15

Fabrizio Romano confirms Man Utd’s January plans for £40m EPL star

Fabrizio Romano revealed that Bournemouth star Tyler Adams is indeed one of the names on Manchester United’s January shortlist. The Red Devils will certainly sign a new midfielder in 2026, if not more, but the question remains whether INEOS will begin the revamp in the winter or delay their plans until the summer.

AC Milan News / Football Italia / December 15

Saelemaekers signs new Milan contract until 2031

Alexis Saelemaekers has put pen to paper on a new and improved contract with Milan, which will tie him to the club until the summer of 2031. Saelemaekers’s new deal is a five-year contract, which will take effect from July 1, 2026.

Genoa 1-2 Inter Milan – Rusty Nerazzurri Top The Serie Over Christmas

Inter Milan squeaked past Genoa in a dramatic Serie A showdown at Stadio Luigi Ferraris on Sunday evening. According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInter1908, Inter’s performance at the Marassi flattered to deceive despite a positive result.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / December 15

Report – Inter Milan & Turkey Megastar Fit Enough To Travel To Saudi Arabia For Supercoppa Italiana

Inter Milan midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu will fly to Saudi Arabia for the upcoming Supercoppa Italiana despite ongoing injury concerns. According to Sky Sport via FCInter1908, the 31-year-old will board the plane to Riyadh after missing yesterday’s trip to Genoa.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 15

Blow for Juventus as Real Sociedad choose their next manager

Juventus were hoping for a helping hand from Real Sociedad in their quest to cut Thiago Motta off the payroll, but were left disappointed once again. The 42-year-old signed a three-year deal with the Bianconeri in the summer of 2024 with a net salary of €3.5 million, but he was relieved from his duties just eight months into his spell.

Liverpool FC News / Football Italia / December 15

How to buy Premier League tickets for Tottenham vs. Liverpool

Normally a big game that you’d expect to have consequences nearer the very top of the Premier League table, Tottenham vs Liverpool is looking like being more of a mid-table affair this season.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / December 15

'End of' – Micah Richards sends message to Arne Slot over Mohamed Salah involvement

Liverpool defeated Brighton over the weekend, with the big story being Mohamed Salah’s return to the squad. He had not featured in three of their last four matches after falling out with Arne Slot, but the matter has now appeared to be resolved.

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Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 15

Report – Italy Goalkeeper Falls Out Of Favor At Tottenham Hotspur Amid Inter Milan Interest

Inter Milan target Guglielmo Vicario delivered a scandalous performance in Tottenham Hotspur’s defeat at Nottingham Forest on Sunday. According to FCInterNews, the Italian goalkeeper has now fallen out of favor with the struggling Premier League giants.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 15

Inter star Lautaro Martínez matches Mbappé, Haaland and Kane

Lautaro Martinez, Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane are the only four players to have been directly involved in more than 10 goals in each of the last seven seasons in Europe’s top five leagues, reports Opta.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / December 15

Tottenham make decision on Thomas Frank future following Nottingham Forest defeat

Thomas Frank has had a difficult start to life at Tottenham, made more so by Sunday’s dismal 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest. The former Brentford manager is under severe pressure in North London, as his side sit 11th in the Premier League standings.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 15

Wayne Rooney thinks Unai Emery is better than Mikel Arteta

Wayne Rooney does not believe Mikel Arteta is the best manager in the Premier League, a distinction many would still attribute to Pep Guardiola. That view is widely accepted, but the debate becomes more interesting when considering who should be regarded as the second best manager in the division at present.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 15

McTominay overused amid injuries and Napoli struggles

Napoli have been dealing with several injuries in recent weeks, and many of their stars, including Scott McTominay, have played 100% of the available minutes in the last month.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 15

Man United planning to sell £44m player in 2026

Man United want to sign a new midfielder, but in order to do, it is expected that a current player will be sold. At this stage, a likely candidate is Manuel Ugarte, given his lack of importance at Old Trafford.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 15

West Ham make move to sign towering England defender

West Ham intend to improve their squad in January, as they seek to avoid being dragged into a relegation fight in the Premier League. Defence is one area that Nuno Espirito Santo wants addressed, with targets having been drawn up with a view to making a move in the coming weeks.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 15

Gusto has the legs but not the technique to play in midfield – Maresca speaks about defender’s switch

Enzo Maresca’s explosive comments on Saturday came out of nowhere – and they actually came in the middle of an answer he was giving about Malo Gusto. The full back had a goal and an assist in the 2-0 win over Everton and deserved a little more coverage, so the media went back for another try today.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 15

Arsenal’s next six Premier League fixtures could be season-defining

Arsenal have looked increasingly shaky in their last few Premier League matches, and concerns intensified when the Gunners failed to beat Wolves convincingly at the weekend.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 15

Tottenham looking at 45-year-old title-winning manager after Nottingham Forest loss

Tottenham Hotspur could look to make a managerial change in the coming months. They are looking at the former Barcelona manager, Xavi Hernandez, as a potential replacement for Thomas Frank.