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Benitez says Newcastle sources confess they regret losing Isak to Liverpool

Liverpool’s Champions League campaign began with another late Anfield classic, but attention quickly turned to the club’s record signing as Rafa Benitez offered his verdict on Alexander Isak.

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Player joining Chelsea turned down 'ten offers' from clubs in England, Germany and Italy

There’s trouble down at BlueCo farm. Chelsea’s owners’ absorption of Strasbourg has gone really well on the pitch. The French club have gone from strength to strength and came close to finishing in the Champions League last season.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / September 18

Fernando Llorente says Igor Tudor is giving Vlahovic the necessary confidence to shine

Former Juventus forward Fernando Llorente has spoken about the revival of Dusan Vlahovic’s form and praised the role of Igor Tudor in ensuring the striker has returned to his best.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / September 18

Liverpool’s Late Wins Draw Comparisons With Manchester United’s ‘Fergie Time’

Liverpool’s late wins have become a defining feature of Arne Slot’s side this season. These dramatic moments have drawn comparisons to Fergie time, the famous knack Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United had for late goals that turned draws into victories.

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Soccer News / Football Italia / September 18

Juventus receive fitness boost after 4-4 Dortmund thriller

Igor Tudor and Juventus received positive news on Thursday, as winger Francisco Conceicao has returned to full training with the rest of the first-team

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / September 18

Report – Atalanta To Meet Ex Inter Milan Target In Coming Days To Negotiate Return To The Squad

Atalanta and Ademola Lookman will reportedly meet in the coming days to discuss his long-awaited return to the squad. According to Sky Sport via FCInter1908, the former Europa League winners are desperate to reintegrate the Nigerian forward.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 18

The Chelsea player had more successful dribbles than Olise and more tackles than Kimmich in CL debut

Chelsea’s performance against Bayern Munich last night in a 3-1 defeat is creating a few questions. Some say it was a solid performance for an inexperienced Blues team who were ultimately beaten by their own mistakes.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / September 18

Inter Accompany Milan Among Suitors for Cagliari Goalie

Inter and Milan have a fluid situation between the sticks and are both eyeing Elia Caprile for the future. Christian Chivu defended Yann Sommer following his poor showing against Juventus, and he answered the bell versus Ajax.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / September 18

Revealed – Two Inter Milan Starlets Included In Italy U20 FIFA World Cup Squad

Inter Milan teenagers Jamal Iddrissou and Mattia Mosconi have reportedly made the Italy U20 squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. According to FCInterNews, head coach Carmine Nunziata has called up the Nerazzurri starlets for the tournament.

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 18

Milan and Napoli have the ‘best midfield’ in Serie A, says Allegri’s mentor

Giovanni Galeone says that Milan and Napoli have the ‘best midfield’ in Serie A as he feels Luka Modric is ‘perfect’ for the Rossoneri. Ex-Serie A coach Galeone, a close friend of Allegri and the man who’s seen as the Tuscan tactician’s mentor, feels that Milan and Napoli have the best midfield department in Serie A.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / September 18

‘Things can change very quickly’: Journo shares what he’s now hearing about Amorim’s future on Thursday afternoon

Ruben Amorim is under increasing pressure to turn Manchester United’s form around – or else risk suffering the same fate as Erik ten Hag and his predecessors.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / September 18

‘He is scary good’ – Liverpool have ‘a young Haaland’ who’s just scored six goals in one game

Liverpool have produced some truly great strikers from their academy in the past, and a potential star of the future has been making a serious impact in the underage ranks.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / September 18

'You cannot…' – Enzo Maresca blames one thing for Chelsea defeat; it’s not the referee

Enzo Maresca was absolutely fuming during yesterday’s defeat to Bayern Munich as he felt his team should have benefitted from a couple of refereeing decisions that went the other way.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 18

Liverpool handed pre-Merseyside derby injury boost after what journalist ‘spotted’ at Anfield

Liverpool have been handed some welcome news on the injury front ahead of the Merseyside derby on Saturday. Arne Slot has had a mostly fully-fit squad at his disposal in the early weeks of the season, with Jeremie Frimpong, Conor Bradley and Alexis Mac Allister all returning from brief absences.

Liverpool FC News / Yardbarker / September 18

Liverpool's last-gasp wins are anything but a fluke

The team has won every single one of its five competitive matches in 2025-26, but it has won all of them thanks to a late goal arriving in the 83rd minute or beyond.

Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United tenure sinks to historic lows

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Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / September 18

'No complaints'- Patience is the name of the game as Tottenham duo aim to strike a chord under Thomas Frank

Tottenham fans will be pleased to see that their team is off the mark in the Champions League this season after beating Villarreal at home. The Lilywhites struck just four minutes in, capitalising on a blunder by opposition keeper Luiz Junior.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 18

'I’ve been banging the drum' – Joe Cole and Owen Hargreaves agree on how Chelsea need to improve

Pundits Joe Cole and Owen Hargreaves have come to an agreement on what Chelsea must do to improve going forward. Chelsea’s transfer window wasn’t great.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 18

From Adams to Wright: Arsenal’s greatest London-born XI

The opponents Arsenal faced on Tuesday evening are certainly unique. Since 1911, Athletic Club Bilbao have not signed a single player who was not born, brought up or educated in the Basque Country.

RB Leipzig News / To The Lane And Back / September 18

Why is Tottenham summer signing shunted out wide?- Alasdair Gold reveals Thomas Frank’s line of thought

Journo feels Thomas Frank has been using Xavi Simons on the left flank at Tottenham Hotspur to help him adapt to the Premier League Tottenham Hotspur have shown signs of progress under new boss Thomas Frank.

Brentford FC News / We All Follow United / September 18

£70m Manchester United outcast in demand as arch-rivals Manchester City circle

Kobbie Mainoo has endured a turbulent spell at Manchester United in recent months. The 20-year-old broke through during the 2023/24 season, capped by a goal in the FA Cup final that helped him earn a place in England’s Euro 2024 squad.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 18

'Mickey mouse' – Jamie Carragher’s Chelsea rant in full claiming they 'are further away' now

Jamie Carragher has always had a dislike for Chelsea, I don’t think that has ever been hidden by him over time. He has had quite a few rants about Chelsea in recent years since the new ownership group came into the club, and he’s had one now after watching Bayern Munich beat them 3-1 last night in the Champions League.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 18

Thierry Henry says Liverpool must ‘erase’ one problem if they’re to win the Champions League

Thierry Henry has cast doubt on Liverpool’s credentials as potential Champions League winners this season because of one problem they must ‘erase’. Prior

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 18

Martinelli reveals he told the Arsenal bench about the space he found to score

Gabriel Martinelli came off the bench to score one of Arsenal’s goals in their 2-0 victory against Athletic Club on Tuesday night. His introduction proved decisive, as the Gunners had not scored until he and Leandro Trossard were brought on.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / September 18

A Manchester City midfielder is edging closer to a return from off season surgery

Mateo Kovacic had to have surgery on a troublesome Achilles injury once the 24/25 season ended. The Croatian midfielder is yet to feature for Manchester City this season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 18

Inaki Williams agrees with his manager after Arsenal victory

Inaki Williams has acknowledged that Arsenal must be considered one of the favourites to win the Champions League this season, echoing comments made by his manager ahead of their recent encounter.

Soccer News / Stretty News / September 18

INEOS told they sanctioned a ‘bargain’ sale – ‘extraordinary’ former Red has all the ‘traits of a top player’

Former Napoli midfielder Ivano Trotta believes his former club have signed an absolute ‘bargain’ over the summer in the form of Rasmus Hojlund. Throughout the early stages of the window, it was thought Hojlund’s future was never set in stone at Old Trafford amid INEOS’ quest to sign a new centre-forward.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / September 18

Report: Tottenham send scouts to watch 18-year-old, who scored the winner in front of them

Tottenham Hotspur are keeping tabs on the highly talented Ghanaian winger Prince Amoako. The 18-year-old has attracted a lot of attention with his performances for Nordsjælland, and several top clubs are monitoring his development.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / September 18

Manchester City vs Napoli: Latest City injury news and predicted City starting eleven ahead of tonight’s match

Manchester City begin their UEFA Champions League campaign tonight at the Etihad Stadium when they host Napoli. Pep Guardiola’s side will be eager to start their 25/26 Champions League campaign with a victory.