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Reece James says someone at Chelsea has been 'a big part' of keeping him fit

Chelsea captain Reece James says someone at Chelsea has been ‘a big part’ of keeping fit and on the pitch lately. Blues fans will be whispering it quietly of course, but this is the longest that James has stayed fit and on the pitch for Chelsea for a long time really, possibly the longest in his career so far.

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Chelsea’s 20 year old costs his team big – don’t count on him to be ready next season

Chelsea fans’ long debates about what to do with Robert Sanchez and their goalkeeping situation is often given the important context that they’ve bought teenage sensation Mike Penders, who they rate really highly.

Manchester United News / To The Lane And Back / October 20

Manchester United prepare formal bid to sign €85m Tottenham target

Manchester United have been looking to bring in reinforcements in the middle of the park when the January window comes around. And the Manchester Reds have been looking at FC Porto midfielder Victor Froholdt.

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 20

Journo: Why three United players will have Sir Alex Ferguson’s approval after what they did at Anfield

Sir Alex Ferguson watched on from the stands alongside Kenny Dalglish yesterday as Manchester United claimed their first away win over Liverpool in nine-and-a-half years.

Aston Villa News / Esteemed Kompany / October 20

Manchester City will be without Rodri for this week’s matches

Rodri missed Manchester City’s 2-nil win over Everton on Saturday at the Etihad Stadium due to injury. The Spanish international was injured in the early stages of Manchester City’s 1-nil win over Brentford at the GTech Community Stadium before the international break.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 20

John Terry praises Chelsea player as well as key Enzo Maresca decisions lately

Former Chelsea player John Terry has been praising a current player as well as some key decisions made by Enzo Maresca lately. Terry is still very much involved with Chelsea Football Club, working in the academy and also being the club’s biggest fan still.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / October 20

UEFA Champions League Matchday 3 Predictions Including Including Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid

With the international break in the rear-view mirror and domestic football returning this weekend, all eyes will be on the midweek matches in Europe, as the Champions League headlines Tuesday and Wednesday, with the Europa and Conference League on screens and in stadiums this Thursday.

Getafe News / Football Espana / October 19

Xabi Alonso gives injury update on Real Madrid pair following Getafe victory

Real Madrid returned to the top of the La Liga standings on Sunday with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Getafe at the Coliseum, with Kylian Mbappe’s late goal proving to be the difference.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / October 19

Scouting Lautaro Rivero: Strengths, Weakness & fit at Tottenham under Thomas Frank

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for Lautaro Rivero of late. And given how the North Londoners have prioritised bringing in highly regarded young players and developing them through the corridors at Hotspur Way, he does look like a proper Lilywhites buy (for the last couple of years or so).

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / October 19

Report: Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers wanted by Premier League side

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is reportedly wanted by Nottingham Forest to replace Ange Postecoglou. The Australian manager was dismissed shortly after the defeat to Chelsea on Saturday afternoon leading to speculation over who would take over at the City Ground.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 19

Referee expert: ‘AC Milan penalty outside of VAR protocol’

Refereeing expert Luca Marelli agrees with Fiorentina protests that the AC Milan penalty incident was ‘outside the protocol’ of VAR, because it was not a ‘clear and obvious error.’ The moment proved decisive not just for the match, but also the entire Serie A table, as the 2-1 victory sent the Rossoneri into top spot.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / October 19

Sandman’s Definitive Ratings – Celtic v The Angus Catacombs

THE FRIENDLY GHOST – 6/10 – Booked for being angry, like the rest of us, having to watch the shambles unfold ahead of him. And behind him at kick-off…Nothing he could do about the goals as his defence betrayed his confidence and indulged in sabotage.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 19

Arsenal is one of the clubs watching French teenager

One of the most exciting talents at the U20 World Cup is France’s Djylian N’Guessan, and Arsenal are reported to be interested in signing him. The 17-year-old winger currently plays for Ligue 2 club Saint-Étienne and has already begun earning opportunities with their first team this season.

Inter Miami News / Yardbarker / October 19

Lionel Messi soars, Portland craters on MLS Decision Day

After nine months and 34 matchdays, it's all over. The 2025 Major League Soccer regular season has come to a close, and 18 of its 30 franchises — nine from each conference — remain in competition for this year's MLS Cup.

Ronny Deila out as HC of Atlanta United after poor season

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Getafe News / Football Espana / October 19

Getafe 0-1 Real Madrid player ratings: Substitutes make the difference for Los Blancos

Real Madrid are back to the top of La Liga after a narrow 1-0 victory over Getafe in Sunday’s Madrid derby. Here’s how their players fared at the Coliseum.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / October 19

Watch: Dens Park protest against Board leaves Celtic stars fuming

Celtic fans continued their protests against Michael Nicholson and the Celtic Board during this afternoon’s meeting with Dundee. The Scottish Champions fell to a 2-0 defeat against the Dee, the first time Dundee have beaten Celtic since 1988.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 19

Ex-Premier League goalkeeper reveals how he missed chance to join Arsenal

Vicente Guaita played in over 100 Premier League games for Crystal Palace, but Arsenal could have been his first English club. After a fine season at Valencia, the Gunners expressed interest in signing him in the summer of 2013, with Arsène Wenger identifying him as an ideal backup goalkeeper.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / October 19

Bayern line up move for Atletico star once on Tottenham Hotspur’s radar

Tottenham Hotspur’s need to bring in new players in the middle of the park is widely known. And this took the recruitment team at N17 to places. One of them was Spain, where the Lilywhites tried to pursue a high-profile move to bring Atletico Madrid midfielder Pablo Barrios to Hotspur Way earlier this year.

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 19

‘Last year they didn’t have that’: Roy Keane picks the one thing that has changed for Man United

Former Manchester United star Roy Keane has suggested that the team has added goals this season, and that could make a huge difference for them as the

Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / October 19

Tottenham Hotspur vs Aston Villa: Five things we learned

Tottenham Hotspur returned to the Premier League action earlier today. It was a frustrating result for Thomas Frank‘s men (FT 1-2), who started with an aggressive press in the early exchanges which ended up setting the tone of the high press every time Emi Martinez had the ball.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 19

Man United player ratings: Harry Maguire the hero with winning goal & rock-solid display vs Liverpool

Manchester United have pulled off a superb 2-1 win against Liverpool at Anfield in one of the big surprises of the season so far. The Red Devils have made a pretty unconvincing start to the season, and will not have been the favourites to win today, but took an early lead through Bryan Mbeumo and then scored a late winner through Harry Maguire.

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 19

'Rarely looked like a £50m player': Man United player told to step up against Liverpool

Simon Stone has urged Manuel Ugarte to step up against Liverpool in the final half hour as Manchester United look to secure all three points. Manchester United had a dream start against Liverpool at Anfield as Bryan Mbeumo scored in the opening minutes to hand them the lead.

Atlanta United News / Field Level Media / October 19

Ronny Deila out as coach of Atlanta United after poor season

Atlanta United dismissed head coach Ronny Deila on Sunday after one season. The club was 5-16-13 in MLS play (6-18-13 in all competitions) and posted just one win in its past 18 matches.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 19

Former referee discusses Gyokeres role after Arsenal did not get penalty against Fulham

In the 55th minute of Arsenal’s match against Fulham, the Gunners could have been awarded a penalty, but Viktor Gyokeres stayed on his feet. The Swedish striker is suffering from a serious goal drought at the moment and is eager to end it as soon as possible.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 19

‘Struggling’ – Carragher and Neville agree on Liverpool’s biggest problem player vs Man Utd

Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville expressed concern with Virgil van Dijk’s performance against Manchester United. The Dutchman made an early blunder early on in Liverpool’s Premier League encounter with the Red Devils.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / October 19

Bryan Mbeumo playing key role in Manchester United’s pursuit of £100 million star

Manchester United’s season has shown a sense of unpredictability. Amid the mixed results, one figure quietly takes on a bigger role than expected. Bryan Mbeumo, their £71 million summer signing, plays more than just the role of a winger, finding his feet.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / October 19

Pep Guardiola has pointed out a problem that his players must rectify

Erling Haaland’s second-half brace lifted Manchester City to a 2-nil win over Everton at the Etihad Stadium yesterday. Haaland’s goals knocked the stuffing out of Everton, and ensured that City extended their unbeaten run to eight matches in all competitions.