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Manchester City vs Napoli UCL: Three Key Factors, Starting Lineups, Injuries

Manchester City vs Napoli is set to be a tricky tie for Pep Guardiola as they host last season’s Serie A title winners in their opening match of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League campaign on Thursday, September 18.

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Barcelona announce further Camp Nou delays as return is pushed back again

Barcelona have confirmed that their return to Camp Nou will not take place this weekend, as Getafe arrive in town for their second home game of the season.

Bologna News / Football Italia / September 16

Milan star Pulisic questions referee’s penalty decision with two-word message

Milan star Christian Pulisic hinted on social media that he deserved to be given a penalty kick in a 1-0 win over Bologna on Sunday. USMNT captain Pulisic shared a funny social media post on Monday, suggesting that he deserved to be given a penalty kick in a Serie A match between Milan and Bologna on Sunday night.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / September 16

Unpopular Chelsea player had 'inspired start to the season' and will be essential against Bayern

As Chelsea regenerated their squad this summer, there was an elephant in the room that was never addressed. Robert Sanchez was never a popular choice as first choice goalkeeper at Stamford Bridge, and there have been question marks over him ever since he signed.

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The 'Premier League Golden Boot winners' quiz

How many of the players to lead the English Premier League in goals scored (also known as winning the "Golden Boot") since the 2000-01 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Ballon d'Or winners' quiz

The 'English Premier League champions since 1992-93' quiz

The 'FIFA World Cup Golden Boot winners' quiz

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 16

Athletic striker Williams insists they’re 'not afraid' of Arsenal ahead of UCL clash

Arsenal kick off their 2025-26 UEFA Champions League campaign tonight, as they take on Athletic Club at the iconic San Mamés. Confidence is high in the Arsenal camp following their convincing 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / The Cult of Calcio / September 16

Inter Dismiss Speculations About the Future of Chivu

Inter have had their worst start in a decade, but, despite some buzz about a quick coaching change, the management plans to give Christian Chivu time to figure things out, Fabrizio Romano reports (via SOSFanta).

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / September 16

Premier League Early Season Form: Inconsistent Performances From Most Teams in The Early Stages

Many Premier League fans have determined that various sides have left a lot to be desired with their performances, indicating that Premier League early season form has been inconsistent on the whole.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 16

Isak involved but midfielder absent: Liverpool training summary ahead of Atletico Madrid clash

Liverpool appear to have the benefit of almost complete player availability for their Champions League opener against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / September 16

Locatelli reveals Juventus secret to success this season

Juventus have made a bright start to the season, producing strong performances and results that have placed them among the early front-runners in Serie A.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / September 16

‘Transformed’ Tottenham star getting ‘better and better’; enjoying life under Thomas Frank

Tottenham midfielder Pape Matar Sarr is enjoying a brilliant start to the new season. The Senegal international has been deployed in a more advanced role under Thomas Frank, a tweak that has allowed the 23-year-old to showcase a new dimension to his game on a weekly basis.

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 16

Why Man City vs. Napoli Champions League clash is being played on Thursday

Napoli are preparing for their return to Champions League action after a one-season absence, but their 2025-26 campaign will get underway on Thursday evening rather than the customary Tuesday or Wednesday night slots.

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 16

Inter coach Chivu reunites with Ajax in Champions League clash of cultures

Inter coach Cristian Chivu reunites with his former club Ajax on Wednesday, in a game that could see the Nerazzurri rehabilitate their season after two consecutive Serie A losses, writes Richard Hall.

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 16

Conte has already made Hojlund decision for Man City

Reports in Italy claim that Antonio Conte has already decided on the majority of his team to face Manchester City in the first round of 2025-26 Champions

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / September 16

Italian Journalist Adamant Inter Milan Got Transfer Window Wrong: 'Should’ve Signed Donnarumma, Now Martinez Starts'

Riccardo Trevisani has blasted Inter Milan for not pursuing the signing of Gianluigi Donnarumma more aggressively. According to Trevisani via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri had to make the Italian’s arrival their top priority in the summer.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 16

'See you soon' – Bayern Munich mock Chelsea with Facebook post ahead of big clash

German giants Bayern Munich have mocked Chelsea with a Facebook post ahead of their big clash tomorrow night. The Blues travel to Germany to face the Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich as they return back to the Champions League again this season.

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The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal teams' quiz

The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

Borussia Monchengladbach News / SempreInter.com / September 16

Argentina Megastar Benched For Ajax Vs Inter Milan Champions League Opener Due To Injury

Lautaro Martinez will start Inter Milan’s opening 2025/26 Champions League clash against Ajax on the bench. According to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, El Toro missed the last training session due to back pain.

Olympique Lyonnais News / Esteemed Kompany / September 16

The Manchester City midfield is yet to click as a unit

It isn’t a stretch to say that Rodri and Tijjani Reijnders didn’t perform at their best in their team’s 3-nil win over Manchester United on Sunday. Both players were guilty of giving away possession on multiple occasions throughout the Manchester derby.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / September 16

'Wish him the best'- Tottenham ace has nothing but respect for Daniel Levy; thanks him for N17 opportunity

Tottenham shocked the footballing world earlier last week after announcing the departure of Daniel Levy. The sudden decision to part ways with the Englishman ended Levy’s 24-year stint at N17, during which the Lilywhites experienced both highs and lows under his stewardship.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / September 16

Romano: United fan-favourite could ask to leave in January if the situation continues as it is, fans will be furious

Much to Manchester United fans’ dismay, Kobbie Mainoo could again push to leave the club mid-season. Indeed, the midfield starlet still faces a hugely uncertain future at Old Trafford after falling out of favour under Ruben Amorim.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 16

Should Saka automatically bench Madueke when he returns?

Bukayo Saka has been unavailable since picking up an injury in Arsenal’s match against Leeds United, a game in which he also managed to get on the scoresheet.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 16

'He’s not going to be happy' – Insider claims Slot could axe one player from Liverpool starting XI

Arne Slot has been backed to drop one player from his preferred Liverpool starting XI after the Reds’ most recent match. The head coach acted decisively in substituting Milos Kerkez just 38 minutes into the win over Burnley on Sunday, with the Hungarian having been on a yellow card for simulation and running the risk of picking up another.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 16

Two key men unavailable for Arsenal’s Champions League game

Arsenal will begin their Champions League campaign against Athletic Club without two of their most influential players, as Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka have both been ruled out of the tie.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / September 16

Romano shares why summer signing hasn’t had any minutes under Thomas Frank so far

Tottenham Hotspur signed French International striker Randal Kolo Muani on loan from PSG during the summer transfer window. The 26-year-old striker has not had any minutes for his new club so far.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / September 16

Man City set to join Liverpool in race for star defender’s signature

Manchester City set to join Liverpool in race for star defender’s signature

Pep Guardiola’s side has been hit by recurring defensive injuries in recent seasons and could see him as a perfect fit.

Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United tenure sinks to historic lows

The 'FIFA World Cup host cities' quiz

Manchester United News / Yardbarker / September 16

Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United tenure sinks to historic lows

Amorim was once seen as a bold appointment capable of modernizing United. Instead, he has become emblematic of the club’s continued decline.

The 'FIFA World Cup host cities' quiz

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 16

‘It was very difficult’ – Harvey Elliott opens up about Liverpool exit in heartfelt statement

Harvey Elliott has opened up about his ‘need’ to be ‘selfish’ in deciding to leave Liverpool at the end of the summer transfer window. The 22-year-old completed a loan move to Aston Villa on deadline day, with the deal to become permanent for £35m once he makes 10 appearances for Unai Emery’s side this season (The Athletic).