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Podolski says there were always signs that Arteta would become a manager

Lukas Podolski has reflected on his former teammate Mikel Arteta and is not surprised that the Spaniard eventually moved into management. Podolski spent three years at the Emirates between 2012 and 2015, while Arteta brought his own playing career to a close in 2016 after serving as an influential midfielder for Arsenal.

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Star Duo Lead Inter Milan To ‘Best Game Of The Season’ In Rout Over Plucky Como

Inter Milan delivered a commanding 4-0 victory over Como at San Siro, with Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram decisive in claiming the three points. Inter temporarily reclaimed the top spot in the Serie A standings ahead of fixtures involving Napoli and Milan.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 7

Team’s Up – Derek McInnes names Hearts XI for Celtic test

Derek McInnes has named his Hearts team for this afternoon’s Scottish Premiership meeting at Celtic Park. The top two teams meet in an eagerly anticipated clash.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 7

Argentina Megastar Reaches New Inter Milan Milestone But ‘Credit Goes To’ Brazil Star For Assist

Lautaro Martinez once again demonstrated his importance to Inter Milan, scoring in just the 11th minute against Como to mark his 11th goal of the season across Serie A and Champions League.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 7

Barcelona stars survives injury scare – available for Eintracht Frankfurt clash

Barcelona made it six La Liga wins in a row on Saturday, but the victory over Real Betis did come at some costs. Multiple players suffered blows at La Cartuja, although none of these are believed to be a concern.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 7

Italy Midfielder Praised For ‘Energy And Work Ethic’ In Inter Milan Rout Over Como

Nicolò Barella was a standout in Inter Milan’s 4-0 demolition of Como, praised widely for his relentless energy and work ethic. The Italian midfielder consistently applied pressure in the middle of the park, breaking up opposition play while contributing to his team’s attacking rhythm.

RB Leipzig News / Football Espana / December 7

Barcelona star at risk of missing four months due to injury

Earlier this week, Barcelona confirmed the disappointing news that Dani Olmo would be out for the remainder of 2025 after he suffered a dislocated shoulder in the process of scoring during the La Liga victory against Atletico Madrid.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 7

Team’s Up – Big changes as Nancy goes 3-4-3 for Celtic opener

Wilfried Nancy has named his Celtic team for this afternoon’s Scottish Premiership match against Hearts. The Frenchman arrived as Celtic manager during the week after Martin O’Neill signed off with a win against Dundee.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 7

Brazilian Winger Makes Case For Regular Inter Milan Minutes After Strong Showing In Como Win

Luis Henrique made a strong case for more regular minutes at Inter Milan following the 4-0 win against Como. The Brazilian winger combined pace, vision, and direct involvement in attack.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 7

Fiorentina in chaos as Gudmundsson denies penalty refusal and club condemns threats

Fiorentina are spiralling into chaos as Albert Gudmundsson denies Paolo Vanoli’s claim he refused to take a penalty, while the club condemns ‘death threats’ against the families of players.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 7

Serie A | Cremonese 2-0 Lecce: Sanabria ends 14-month drought

Cremonese are into the top half of the Serie A table thanks to a solid second-half performance during their 2-0 victory over Lecce on Sunday afternoon with goals from Federico Bonazzoli and, finally, from Antonio Sanabria.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 7

'Going off on a mad tangent' – David James makes shock Cole Palmer claim after Bournemouth draw

Former Premier League goalkeeper David James has made a huge claim about Cole Palmer after Chelsea dropped more points against Bournemouth. The Blues were held to a goalless draw on the south coast, and have now taken just two points from their last three league matches.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 7

Report: Tottenham could return for 28-year-old star they wanted in summer

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta. The player will be out of contract in the summer of 2027 and Crystal Palace have not been able to agree on a new deal with him.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 7

Predicted XIs Real Madrid-Celta Vigo: Fede Valverde returns to right-back

Real Madrid will be hoping to secure the victory required to return to within one point of Barcelona when they host Celta Vigo at the Bernabeu on Sunday.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 7

Report: Three Champions League clubs join race for forgotten €44.5m Chelsea ace

Borussia Dortmund and Newcastle are among the clubs interested in a January move for Chelsea defender Axel Disasi. Disasi is part of the infamous “bomb” squad at Chelsea, after he failed to secure a move away from Stamford Bridge in the summer.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 7

'We need to move on' Arteta says Arsenal’s unbeaten run was always going to end

Aston Villa brought an end to Arsenal’s much-praised unbeaten run, a sequence that had given the team an air of being out of reach for their rivals, yet Mikel Arteta has maintained that such a moment was inevitable.

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Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 7

Three Juventus keys to victory vs Napoli on Spalletti’s return to Stadio Maradona

Whenever Napoli and Juventus share the same pitch, the fans can anticipate a heated battle between two rivals who embody Italy’s two extremes. And yet,

AC Monza News / SempreInter.com / December 7

Revealed: How Much Brazil Star Will Earn With Improved Inter Milan Contract

Inter Milan have decided to reward Carlos Augusto for his consistent performances and versatility on the pitch. The Brazilian has regularly stepped up, often covering multiple positions when required, earning the club’s trust.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 7

Report: Liverpool are prepared to sell key star for surprisingly low fee in January

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté has been linked with a move away from the club in the coming months. According to Football Insider, they are prepared to sell the French defender for just £15,000,000 in January.

Aston Villa News / SempreInter.com / December 7

Referee Criticised In Inter Milan Rout Over Como For Key Decisions

Marco Di Bello and his refereeing during Inter Milan’s 4-0 demolition of Como has drawn criticism from the Italian press, with key decisions coming under scrutiny involving Perrone and Calhanoglu.

Brentford FC News / Caught Offside / December 7

Report: Man United could perform U-turn on the future of outcast next month

Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months. As per Football Insider, Roma are currently leading the race to sign the player and it will be interesting to see how the situation develops.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 7

Watch how Archie Gray dominated and drove Spurs against Brentford

This victory over the Bees ended a five-game winless streak for Spurs and marked their first home league victory since the opening day of the season. Archie Gray, starting alongside Rodrigo Bentancur in central midfield, was instrumental in Tottenham’s dominance, particularly in breaking up Brentford’s play and supporting the attack.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 7

Under Fire Inter Milan New Boy Impresses In Win Over Como: ‘He Responded With An Assist’

Luis Henrique delivered exactly the response Inter Milan had been hoping for as he impressed on the right flank during the Nerazzurri’s 4-0 win over Como.

Celta Vigo News / Field Level Media / December 7

Lionel Messi: 'This is the moment I had been waiting for'

Lionel Messi checked a few more boxes on his already impressive resume Saturday. Messi notched a pair of assists as Inter Miami captured their first MLS Cup title with a 3-1 victory over the visiting Vancouver Whitecaps.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 7

Gary Neville does not think this is the time for Arsenal to panic

Arsenal’s latest setback at Villa Park has brought renewed scrutiny to their form, particularly away from home, and Gary Neville has offered his perspective on the growing unease around the Emirates.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 7

Gyokeres sees a positive from Arsenal’s loss to Villa

Arsenal may have suffered defeat to Aston Villa yesterday, yet their overall attacking display offered several reasons for encouragement. Throughout the season, the team has faced criticism for not doing enough from open play to convert promising positions into goals.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 7

Tottenham looking to ‘move quickly in negotiations’ to land explosive €90m star in January

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Yan Diomande during the January transfer window. The 19-year-old is highly rated across Europe, and he has made a name for himself at RB Leipzig.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 6