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Match Report: Arsenal claim 2-0 win over Athletic Club in UCL opener

Arsenal made a winning start to their Champions League campaign with a 2-0 victory away at Athletic Club, thanks to second-half goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard.

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Chivu: ‘Lautaro Martinez doubt, Inter problem is result, not performance’

Cristian Chivu confirms Lautaro Martinez might not be able to play against Ajax in the Champions League, but the irritated coach insists Inter ‘problems are the results, not the performances.’ It kicks off at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam on Wednesday at 20.00 UK time (19.00 GMT).

Sassuolo News / SempreInter.com / September 16

Cristian Chivu Prepares Double Midfield Change For Ajax Vs Inter Milan Starting XI

Davide Frattesi and Petar Sucic will reportedly be in Inter Milan’s starting line-up in tomorrow’s Champions League clash against Ajax. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, they will slot alongside Hakan Calhanoglu in the middle of the park.

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 16

Tudor discusses surprising Juventus picks against Borussia Dortmund

Igor Tudor explains some of his rather surprising changes as Juventus take on Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. ‘Who finishes the game is more important.’ It kicks off at the Allianz Juventus Stadium in Turin at 20.00 UK time (19.00 GMT).

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Chiellini: ‘Juventus can dream of winning Champions League’

Juventus director Giorgio Chiellini admits he can ‘dream’ of winning the Champions League, but must also keep ‘our feet on the ground’ against Borussia Dortmund.

Bologna News / Football Italia / September 16

Cambiaso: ‘Juventus ready to give our best’ against Borussia Dortmund

Andrea Cambiaso is raring to go after sitting out a two-match Serie A ban, promising Juventus ‘feel ready to give our best’ against Borussia Dortmund. It kicks off at the Allianz Juventus Stadium in Turin at 20.00 UK time (19.00 GMT).

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 16

De Roon: ‘Atalanta door is always open’ for outcast Lookman

Atalanta captain Marten de Roon assures ‘the door is always open’ for Ademola Lookman if he changes his attitude, and remembers the last time they faced Paris Saint-Germain.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / September 16

Report: Tottenham in a three-way race to sign 23-year-old Premier League star

Tottenham Hotspur are one of the clubs interested in signing Jarrad Branthwaite from Everton. However, the Toffees are unwilling to sell the 23-year-old defender any time soon.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / September 16

UEFA Champions League Matchday 1 Predictions Including Barcelona vs Newcastle

The final day of matchday 1 for the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League, league stage, will feature last years semifinalists Barcelona traveling to the north of England to face Newcastle United.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / September 16

Official Juventus team to face Borussia Dortmund in Champions League opener

Juventus will face Borussia Dortmund in their opening Champions League match of the season at the Allianz Stadium in Turin this evening, and this is the team Igor Tudor has gone with.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / September 16

Tottenham among top European clubs scouting prodigious African sensation

Tottenham Hotspur have always been on the hunt for highly-rated young players with potential. This is a transfer strategy that the Lilywhites have adopted for some time now, with former chairman Daniel Levy always pushing to bring in young players and developing them at N17.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / September 16

Fabrizio Romano: Tottenham keen to get key summer signing up to speed amid fitness concerns

Tottenham Hotspur fans got quite a good glimpse of how their team is going to look like in the coming weeks and months as Thomas Frank fielded his starting lineup for the game against West Ham United, which was the first game for Spurs after the closure of the last summer transfer market.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / September 16

Tottenham keen on signing Manchester United star in January; player sidelined by Amorim

Manchester United star Kobbie Mainoo might be open for a January move to Tottenham if his situation at Old Trafford does not improve Tottenham managed to end the summer transfer window on a high by bringing in two world-class players – Xavi Simons and Randal Kolo Muani.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 16

'The relationship with Maresca…' – Powerful agent tries to sabotage potential Chelsea return

Nicolas Jackson was only at Chelsea for 2 years, but he was in the headline it feels like 20. There’s just so much to talk about – the good, the bad and the ugly.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 16

Arne Slot and FSG used European club as a ‘blueprint’ for Liverpool’s summer transfer activity

Arne Slot was so impressed by one team that Liverpool faced last season that he and FSG used them as a ‘blueprint’ for the club’s statement-making summer transfer window.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 16

Chelsea’s much doubted defender is rated higher than William Saliba and Virgil van Dijk

Chelsea go into this week’s two huge games with some serious concerns. The attack just isn’t clicking, and the Blues have relied on set pieces and wondergoals in the main in their 4 games so far this season.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / September 16

Opinion: Determined Merino forcing his way into Arteta’s plans

One can hardly argue with the fact that Mikel Arteta now commands one of the strongest squads Arsenal have ever assembled. Former Premier League goalkeeper Shay Given believes this team is strong enough to win the league, and it’s difficult to disagree.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / September 16

Injury to new arrival throws off Chelsea's balance ahead of clash with Bayern Munich

We noted earlier today that a change had been made on UEFA’s squad list for Chelsea, showing a new face added and one removed. Now, on their official website, Chelsea have confirmed the decision to take out Dario Essugo and replace him with summer loan signing Facundo Buonanotte.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / September 16

Former Man United star backs Amorim by lamenting real problem causing club's disastrous form

Paul Scholes believes the primary reason behind Manchester United’s woes is the players, as opposed to Ruben Amorim’s newly implemented system. On Sunday afternoon, the Red Devils were comfortably overturned against arch-rivals Manchester City when sustaining a 3-0 derby defeat at the Etihad.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / September 16

Why the Tottenham Midfield Is Among the Best in the 2025/26 Premier League So Far

The Tottenham midfield is sparkling right now. The Tottenham midfielders may not be making the headlines as much as their Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal counterparts, but their form so far has been absolutely brilliant.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / September 16

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.

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.

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.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / September 16

Isak involved but midfielder absent as Liverpool prepares for 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.

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.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / September 16