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‘A consequence of what he did…’ – What Alisson said publicly about Salah after explosive remarks

Alisson Becker has admitted that Mo Salah’s incendiary comments on Saturday night have left his Liverpool teammates in a difficult situation. The Egyptian

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‘Great attitude, good quality’: Maddison reckons it’s clear as day why Amorim ‘trusts’ United star so much

James Maddison has poured praise on Mason Mount after the midfielder was granted his seventh start of the campaign at Molineux. Ruben Amorim opted to restore Mount to the starting XI this evening for Manchester United’s away clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 8

The season is not a long one if Arsenal cannot maintain a winning streak

Arsenal supporters and even some of the club’s players have begun leaning on a familiar line: “The season is still long.” It has become an unintentional excuse, a way to ease the growing anxiety around their fluctuating performances.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 8

Atalanta set €35m price for young wingback wanted at Juventus

Juventus and Roma will have to splash the cash if they wish to stand a chance at signing Atalanta wingback Marco Palestra. The 20-year-old is considered one of the best talents to emerge from La Dea’s famous academy in recent years.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 8

Rafael Leao injury scare for AC Milan as he hobbles off in pain

AC Milan saw worrying scenes when Rafael Leao pulled up grimacing as he miskicked the ball, immediately clutching the right adductor and limping off the field against Torino.

Celta Vigo News / Football Espana / December 8

Kylian Mbappe set to play through broken bone for Real Madrid against Manchester City

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has a number of problems ahead of their clash with Manchester City on Wednesday night, as the Champions League provides what may be his last chance to convince the hierarchy at the Santiago Bernabeu of his abilities as manager.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 8

‘Out for a few weeks’ – Arne Slot confirms gutting injury blow for Liverpool on eve of Inter game

Arne Slot has revealed news of a damaging injury blow for Liverpool on the eve of their Champions League fixture against Inter Milan. As if the Reds’ awful

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 8

Turning on Nancy plays into hands of those with anti-Celtic agendas

As Celtic fell to another defeat to Hearts this season, letting slip our chance of going top of the league, it seems like many of our fans have the knives

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 8

Vieira continues fine form and other Arsenal loan watch

Fabio Vieira has maintained his impressive form while on loan at Hamburg from Arsenal, continuing the development that has characterised the last two seasons of his career.

Celta Vigo News / Football Espana / December 8

Real Madrid drama continues: Key player ruled out for months

Real Madrid are in full crisis mode according to the latest reporting coming out of the capital, and the injury news is not helping. Even if that statement is subjective when it comes to the situation of the team this season, there is little debate over whether the word applies to their backline.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 8

‘Could quite easily end up at…’: Kobbie Mainoo urged to make unthinkable Premier League move by two treble winners

Nicky Butt and Paul Scholes are in complete agreement that Kobbie Mainoo should leave Manchester United to revive his currently stagnant career. It’s a sad state of affairs to see two iconic treble winners, both of whom came through the academy, encourage a homegrown, coveted Carrington graduate to turn his back on his boyhood club.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 8

Baroni reveals touching Torino gesture from Simeone against AC Milan

Torino coach Marco Baroni reveals the unusual request from Giovanni Simeone for this evening’s Serie A clash with AC Milan. ‘It’s a good sign sent to the rest of the team.’ It kicks off at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino at 19.45 GMT.

Celta Vigo News / Football Espana / December 8

Revealed: Real Madrid’s manager shortlist if Xabi Alonso is sacked

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso is under serious pressure to save his job in the coming weeks, after a damaging defeat to Celta Vigo on Sunday night. A sign of just how serious the matter is, Los Blancos have begun to put together a list of alternatives should Alonso be ousted.

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Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / December 8

Surprise Data Suggests Tottenham Forward Is Among the Premier League’s Most Impressive

Tottenham Hotspur fans have been so used to Harry Kane and Son Heung-min leading the attack that many have not been particularly keen on the idea of having Brazilian striker Richarlison in that #9 role.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 8

Serie A | Udinese 1-2 Genoa: Impressive Grifone upset in Udine

Genoa snatched a surprise victory away to Udinese thanks to a Ruslan Malinovskyi penalty and Brooke Norton-Cuffy strike, allowing them to climb up to 15th place.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 8

Opinion: Will failing to win the title again change how you see Mikel Arteta?

Arsenal’s recent away form has raised difficult questions about their readiness to win the Premier League title this season, a reality that many supporters are finding increasingly uncomfortable to accept.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 8

'Can’t understand it' – Sky Sports pundit left baffled after big refereeing call in Liverpool draw

Amid all the kerfuffle over Mo Salah’s post-match comments, it was easy to forget that Liverpool had played out a rollercoaster 3-3 draw away to Leeds on Saturday evening.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / December 8

Manchester United vs Wolves Confirmed Lineups for December 8

These are the Manchester United vs Wolves confirmed lineups for Monday Night Football under the lights at Molineux. Wolverhampton Wanderers are rooted to the bottom of the Premier League table, on course to have the worst season in top division history with just two points as we near the halfway mark of the season.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 8

Spalletti & Conte post-match exchange summarise Napoli vs Juventus

Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti admitted Napoli were the better side on Sunday in his small talk with his counterpart, Antonio Conte. The two Italians are some of the most accomplished managers in the current era.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 8

What Chivu had to say about Salah and Liverpool ahead of Tuesday meeting

Liverpool head to Milan looking to extend their impressive European record, but the absence of Mo Salah will dominate discussion ahead of Tuesday’s clash at San Siro.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 8

Sky: ‘Fantastic’ EPL star ready to turn down major offer as he only wants Man Utd

Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba has emerged as a target for Bayern Munich, but his priority remains a move to Manchester United. The 21-year-old enjoyed a sublime 2024/25 campaign, establishing himself as one of the most resolute midfield enforcers in the Premier League.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 8

Arsenal is considering a Paris Saint-Germain attacker

Arsenal have emerged as one of the clubs interested in a potential move for PSG’s Bradley Barcola, amid signs that the attacker could become available.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 8

Aston Villa set to bid for £52m Champions League baller

Aston Villa have had a very strong season so far, and they are hoping to consolidate their position by making new signings in 2026. Midfield is an area that Unai Emery hopes to address, and in recent weeks, a leading target has been identified by club officials.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 8

Chelsea make crazy Tottenham decision for next summer which could have long term effects

Chelsea are in the middle of their busiest period of the season – they will play 8 games in December. The players and the manager will complain about the fixture pile-up, and blame any bad results or injuries on the fatigue from so many games, compounded by a busy summer which saw us play in the Club World Cup until mid-July.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 8

West Ham hero has fallen out of favour with Nuno

Ahead of the January transfer window, West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo is continuing to evaluate his squad. Midfield has been an area of express focus for the Portuguese, and among his decision has been to drop a cult hero down the pecking order.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 8

Three Aston Villa players could leave in January

Aston Villa have had an excellent season so far, and they would ideally like to add players in January to improve their chances of a Champions League finish in the Premier League table.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 8

Formal Contact Made: Reliable outlet has some interesting Chelsea transfer news

Former contact has been made according to one reliable outlet this afternoon who has some interesting Chelsea transfer news. Tis the season to sign players, very soon at least.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 8

Chelsea source says club not planning to make a smart move in Jan despite reports

One Chelsea source is claiming that the club are not looking to make what I see as a smart move in the January window. There has been reports that have come out this morning suggesting that Chelsea could look to bring in their new signing, Emanuel Emegha, sooner than the summer.