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'I just keep coming back to it' – Joe Cole once again highlights obvious Chelsea problem

Joe Cole will feel like a broken record as he once again highlights a CLEAR problem that this current Chelsea have. I am even more passionate about this issue because it is something that I have been saying since the new owners put their ‘project’ in place as well.

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Liverpool See PSG Target as Option to Replace Mohamed Salah

Nonetheless, Liverpool could be emerging as the ideal landing spot for him. Fichajes reports that Liverpool have identified Rodrygo as one of three possible options to step in for Mohamed Salah.

Girona FC News / Football Espana / December 9

Barcelona rule out January exit for youngster short of game time

Barcelona are not planning to allow Marc Bernal out the door in the January transfer window, in spite of his lack of minutes this season. The 18-year-old returned to fitness in September from a cruciate ligament injury, after missing 13 months of action, but has been eased back in by Hansi Flick in even slower fashion than expected.

Eintracht Frankfurt News / Stadium Rant / December 9

Barcelona VS Frankfurt: Koundé’s Claim To Glory

After recent problems in the Champions League, FC Barcelona needed to add three points to their tally. Their chance was the match against Eintracht Frankfurt, played in front of their home crowd.

Soccer News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / December 9

Chelsea player ratings vs Atalanta: Attackers struggle in Champions League defeat

Chelsea suffered a 2-1 Champions League defeat to Atalanta on Tuesday, as they dropped out of the top eight of the league phase table. It looked very promising in the first half for the Blues.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 9

Barcelona Player Ratings against Eintracht Frankfrut: Pass marks but not much more

Barcelona secured a crucial victory over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League, but it was not a complete perforrmance by any means. Despite not making any meaningful saves, Garcia was an asset late on as the defence threatened to crack.

RB Leipzig News / Sunderland on SI / December 9

From Heroics at Anfield to a Blow in Manchester: A Defining Week for Sunderland

In a week of high intensity for Sunderland, they managed to rescue one point out of six possible against two of the best teams, not only in England, but in the world.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 9

Inter Milan 0-1 Liverpool – Ex AC Milan & Juventus Manager Slams Felix Zwayer: 'A Scandalous Penalty'

Following Inter Milan’s 0-1 loss to Liverpool, iconic manager Fabio Capello condemned Felix Zwayer over a scandalous penalty decision. Commenting on the incident via FCInterNews, Capello blasted the German referee for awarding Liverpool a late win.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / December 9

Report – Inter Milan Lose Turkey Megastar & Italian Veteran To Injuries During Controversial Liverpool Defeat

Inter Milan stars Hakan Calhanoglu and Francesco Acerbi suffered injuries during tonight’s Champions League loss to Liverpool. According to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, the Turkish midfielder sustained an adductor problem after only 11 minutes.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 9

Inter Milan 0-1 Liverpool – Cristian Chivu Delivers Verdict On German Referee’s Disastrous Penalty Call: 'We Have To Fight Against These Moments'

Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu assessed Tuesday night’s heart-wrenching 1-0 Champions League defeat to Liverpool. Speaking to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, the 45-year-old also commented on a controversial late penalty.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 9

'This is the reason' – Enzo Maresca explains why he made the subs he did against Atalanta

Enzo Maresca has revealed why he made the changes he did in Chelsea’s defeat to Atalanta in the Champions League. The Blues slumped to a 2-1 defeat in Italy, their second in the competition this season, and Maresca’s men are now on a four game winless run.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 9

Andy Robertson gives typically honest answer over huge VAR talking points in Liverpool win

Andy Robertson was typically forthright with his assessment of the two major VAR talking points from Liverpool’s win over Inter Milan on Tuesday night.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 9

Palladino: ‘A magical night for Atalanta’ with 2-1 victory over Chelsea

Raffaele Palladino asked for the perfect performance from Atalanta and feels he got it in a ‘magical night’ against Chelsea, setting them up for a top 8 Champions League finish.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 9

3 things we learned from Tottenham’s ruthless 3-0 Champions League win over Slavia Prague

Tottenham Hotspur enjoyed an inspired win against Slavia Prague in the Champions League earlier today. Thomas Frank & Co. built on that win against Brentford at the weekend as they moved one step closer to automatic qualification for the knockout stages of the European top tier.

RB Leipzig News / Caught Offside / December 9

Liverpool & Chelsea want Arsenal priority target who could cost upto €100 million

Yan Diomande has been linked with a move away from RB Leipzig in recent months. According to a report from Fichajes, Liverpool and Chelsea are interested in the player, and he’s likely to cost around €80-100 million.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 9

Report: Crystal Palace join four-way tussle for 13-G/A midfield prodigy

Crystal Palace are interested in signing the UCD midfielder Adam Brennan. According to a report from Football Insider, they will face competition from Birmingham, Hull City, and Wrexham.

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Bayer Leverkusen News / Esteemed Kompany / December 9

Playing Real Madrid at the Bernabeu will give Manchester City a glimpse at their progress

Manchester City take on Real Madrid at the Bernabeu on Wednesday night in their sixth fixture of this season’s UEFA Champions League league phase. Manchester City’s unexpected defeat to Bayer Leverkusen on matchday five means they are precariously placed to finish in the top eight of the Champions League league phase.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / December 9

Report: Leeds open talks with La Liga giants over attacker transfer

Barcelona attacker Roony Bardghji has been linked with a move away from the club during the January window. The Swedish international has struggled for regular opportunities at the Spanish club, and he needs a fresh start.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 9

Arteta calls up academy quartet to first team training amidst injury concerns

Mikel Arteta has called up four academy players to join Arsenal’s first-team training ahead of their game against Club Brugge tomorrow. The senior squad has been heavily affected by injuries in recent weeks, making it essential to manage player availability carefully and avoid further setbacks.

RB Leipzig News / Esteemed Kompany / December 9

Further details emerge on John Stones injury but no timeline for how long he will be out for is set

John Stones missed Manchester City’s 3-nil win over Sunderland on Saturday with an undisclosed injury. Pep Guardiola revealed after his team’s dominant win at the Etihad that the England international had sustained an injury in the lead-up to last weekend’s Premier League fixture.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 9

‘It would be mad’ – Curtis Jones says what all Liverpool fans want to hear ahead of Inter Milan clash

Curtis Jones has stressed he and his Liverpool teammates are desperate to get back to winning ways against Inter Milan in the Champions League this evening.

Liverpool FC News / Yardbarker / December 9

Liverpool-Mohamed Salah situation marks crisis of high expectations

Is Liverpool really in crisis at all? Or is it suffering from a different kind of crisis altogether — the crisis of impossible expectations?

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Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / December 9

Chelsea vs Atalanta Confirmed Lineups for December 9

These are the Chelsea vs Atalanta confirmed lineups for their UEFA Champions League tie. This is a clash in the League Phase of the tournament with both sides entering on 10 points with five points separating first from tenth.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 9

One Chelsea player in Team of the Week – and why it’s bad news for the Blues

While the focus right now is on tonight’s Champions League game, there is some interesting Premier League news coming out from the weekend just gone. The WhoScored team of the week is out, and it features one Blue after their 0-0 draw with Bournemouth – goalkeeper Robert Sanchez.

Empoli News / To The Lane And Back / December 9

Thomas Frank admits one Tottenham player has found it hard to stay happy without game time

Antonin Kinsky was initially signed by Tottenham Hotspur from Slavia Prague in January 2025 as cover for the then injured Guglielmo Vicario. The young goalkeeper impressed on his Tottenham debut against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup, just three days after arriving at the club.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 9

Club Brugge vs Arsenal: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Club Brugge vs Arsenal is going to be an entertaining clash on Matchday 6 of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League new league stage when the two sides clash at the Jan Breydel Stadium on Wednesday, December 10.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 9