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Fire hunt first playoff win in 16 years at Orlando City's expense

After ending one of the longest playoff droughts in MLS, the Chicago Fire will look to halt another when they host Orlando City in the Eastern Conference wild-card game on Wednesday night in Bridgeview, Ill.

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Sliding Portland, rising Salt Lake converge in wild-card round

For the second consecutive season, the Portland Timbers host the Western Conference wild-card game when Real Salt Lake visits on Wednesday night. But the hope that greeted manager Phil Neville's first playoff appearance in 2024 has been replaced with frustration that the Timbers couldn't finish higher than eighth in the West in his second.

Athletic Bilbao News / Stadium Rant / October 21

FC Barcelona Crushes Greek Olympiacos

After a painful defeat against Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona needed to regain its footing in the Champions League and remind people that they weren’t to be dismissed.

Villarreal News / Field Level Media / October 21

LaLiga cancels plans for Barcelona-Villarreal match in Miami

Citing "the uncertainty that has arisen in Spain over the past few weeks," LaLiga announced Tuesday it is scrapping plans to hold a league match between Barcelona and Villarreal in Miami this December.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 21

Ange Postecoglou already linked with surprise return to management – report

Ange Postecoglou was sacked after just 39 days at Nottingham Forest, following an eight-game winless streak, which included six defeats, culminating in a 3-0 home loss to Chelsea.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 21

PL rival privy to Thomas Frank admiration; Tottenham humbling showcases potential

There were moments of incredible quality during the Tottenham Hotspur-Aston Villa game on Sunday. Spurs were coming into the game on the back of a 2-1 away win over Leeds United, while Aston Villa had won four of the last five games in all competitions.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / October 21

Manchester United eyeing Real Madrid sensation; player keen to leave La Liga

Manchester United continue to remain restless in attack despite heavy investment over the past few seasons. After Benjamin Sesko joined from RB Leipzig in the summer of 2025, many believed the club would finally find balance up front.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / October 21

Real Madrid vs Juventus: Predicted Lineup for the Champions League Clash

It's been a long wait for Real Madrid's next Champions League game, but they are back at the Bernabeu to face Juventus. The Matchday 3 game pits two unbeaten teams against one another, with the Italian side drawing two and Los Blancos winning both.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / October 21

Royale Union SG 0-4 Inter Milan – Poland Star On Upcoming Mouth-Watering Napoli Showdown: 'A Special Match'

Piotr Zielinski will face his former side Napoli on Saturday when Inter Milan take on their fierce Scudetto rivals at the Maradona Stadium. Speaking to Inter TV via FCInterNews, the Polish midfielder admitted he is looking forward to returning to his old stomping ground.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 21

Conte confirms terrible Champions League record after historic 6-2 defeat

The humiliating 6-2 defeat to PSV Eindhoven made unfortunate history for both Antonio Conte and Napoli, but reaffirmed the coach’s poor Champions League record.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 21

Arsenal backed to go on winning run after thrashing Atletico Madrid

Arsenal delivered an exceptional performance to secure a comprehensive 4–0 victory over Atletico Madrid this evening, and they have now been backed to go on an unstoppable winning run in the coming weeks.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / October 21

'Standout player' – Wayne Rooney hails Manchester United’s star of the season; player proves legend wrong

Manchester United’s summer overhaul raised more questions than answers when the new signings arrived at Carrington. The club invested heavily in rebuilding key areas, including the attack and goalkeeping departments, under Ruben Amorim’s guidance.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 21

'Why not'- Ligue 1 sensation opens the door to potential 2026 Tottenham Hotspur switch

Tottenham Hotspur had an eventful deadline day of the past summer transfer window, where they secured the signing of Randal Kolo Muani on a season-long loan from Paris Saint-Germain.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / October 21

Manchester City 2 Villarreal 0: City player ratings from City’s routine win

Here are the City player ratings as Manchester City beat Villarreal 2-nil tonight at the Estadio de la Ceràmica. First-half goals from Erling Haaland and Bernardo Silva were enough for Pep Guardiola’s side to extend their unbeaten run to nine matches in all competitions.

Aston Villa News / We All Follow United / October 21

Rio Ferdinand hails Manchester United newboy who looked at home in Anfield win

There’s a growing sense of calm around Manchester United again. That calm had been missing from their dressing room for a long time. The supporters feel it, and even the players are moving with greater belief.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 21

Report: Man United join five-way tussle with rivals for 19-year-old wonderkid

Manchester United are one of the clubs interested in signing the Real Madrid attacker Endrick. The 19-year-old Brazilian needs to play regularly, and he has not been able to hold down a starting spot at the Spanish club.

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Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 21

Report: Chelsea join four-way race for 23-year-old wide player from Ligue 1

Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing the Strasbourg full-back Guela Doue. The 23-year-old has gone quite well for the French outfit, and his performances have attracted the attention of AC Milan, RB Leipzig and Real Betis, as per Fichajes.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 21

English striker makes a decision amidst Tottenham interest; loan deal mooted

Tottenham Hotspur will need to strengthen their squad in the upcoming January transfer window if they intend to stay in the top-four mix for the second half of the season.

Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / October 21

Serie A giants seeking around €15 million to sell prolific Tottenham target in January

Tottenham Hotspur’s solid start to the season has been foiled by recent results in the Premier League. They have managed just one win in their last four Premier League fixtures.

FC Barcelona News / Yardbarker / October 21

Barcelona debuts teenage phenom in 6-1 Champions League victory

The 17-year-old became the latest in a long line of Barcelona academy prospects to light up the Champions League.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 21

One Arsenal summer signing has surprised Mikel Arteta so far

Arsenal’s summer recruitment strategy continues to pay off as Mikel Arteta successfully integrates several new arrivals into a squad already regarded as one of the strongest in Europe.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 21

Chelsea defender explains how he’s being like Vincent Kompany to help wonderkid

Tosin Adarabioyo was Chelsea’s chosen player to take the Champions League press conference, and the defender amused everyone with some short and sweet answers.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 21

Maresca questioned about Reece James’ leadership one year after stinging comments

It’s almost exactly a year since Enzo Maresca rather surprisingly called out his captain Reece James and said that he had expected more from him as a captain.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / October 21

Villarreal vs Manchester City: Three Key Factors to Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City will be looking to continue their unbeaten run in the Villarreal vs Manchester City clash in the Champions League on Tuesday, October 21.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / October 21

Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid: Three Key Factors to Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

The Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid clash will be one of the biggest matches of the third matchday of the league stages of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League, when the English and Spanish giants face off to get an important win at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, 21 October.