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Manchester City 1 Newcastle 2: City player ratings from City’s disappointing defeat at St. James Park

Here are the City player ratings as Manchester City fell to a frustrating 2-1 defeat to a dogged and determined Newcastle side at St. James Park. A second half brace from Harvey Barnes was enough for the hosts to pick up all three points in a thoroughly entertaining Premier League fixture.

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Pogba makes first Monaco appearance 811 days after last Juventus game

Former Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba made his return to competitive football today for AS Monaco, 811 days since his last appearance. The 32-year-old came off the bench as a substitute this evening in his team’s 4-1 Ligue 1 defeat away to Stade Rennes, replacing Mamadou Coulibaly at the 85th minute.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 22

Report: Leeds linked with January move for €20 million-rated forward

Crystal Palace signed Christantus Uche during the summer transfer window. However, the 22-year-old has struggled for regular game time. He is yet to make a single start for the Eagles, and a report from Spanish publication AS claims that Crystal Palace could send him back to Getafe in January.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 22

Fiorentina 1-1 Juventus – Vanoli: ‘We must stay humble, we are still at the bottom’

Fiorentina coach Paolo Vanoli urged his players to “stay humble” after picking up a valuable point against Juventus, stressing that the club must remain fully focused on their survival fight.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / November 22

Report: Leeds star has held talks with Euro giants over January transfer

Leeds United are looking to sell Illan Meslier in January. The French goalkeeper has fallen down the pecking order at the English club, and he needs to move on in order to play regularly.

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / November 22

Fiorentina 1-1 Juventus – Spalletti defends Vlahovic & admits ‘we were too predictable’

Luciano Spalletti did not hide his frustration after Juventus came away from Fiorentina with only a point, insisting his side must “raise the level” if they want to stay on track for their ambitions this season.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 22

Rice reveals how Odegaard is being helped by teammates to lead Arsenal

Arsenal continues to rely on a broad and evolving leadership structure, with Martin Odegaard serving as captain while several teammates support him both publicly and behind the scenes.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 22

Amid turmoil, top-seed Union face NYCFC in East semifinals

The top-seeded Philadelphia Union host No. 5 New York City FC in Sunday's winner-take-all Eastern Conference semifinal, which has emerged as a match where both sides could be combating off-field distractions.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 22

Lionel Messi in stride as Inter Miami faces FC Cincinnati in East semis

Lionel Messi and third-seeded Inter Miami look to continue their deepest MLS Cup playoff run in club history when they visit second-seeded FC Cincinnati in a winner-take-all Eastern Conference semifinal on Sunday.

West Ham United News / Caught Offside / November 22

Report: West Ham send scouts to watch January target with 7-G/A this season

West Ham United are hoping to improve their attacking unit in the coming months, and they have identified the Norwich City striker Josh Sargent as a potential target.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 22

Report: Man United to battle it out with Man City for highly-rated midfielder

Manchester United are interested in signing the highly talented Burkinabe midfielder Mohamed Zongo. The 15-year-old has attracted the attention of top teams with his performances for the Tenakourou Academy.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 22

0 duels won: Sky reporter slams ‘completely anonymous’ Liverpool player in Anfield humbling

One Liverpool player was criticised for his ‘completely anonymous’ performance as the Reds were thrashed 3-0 at home by Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 22

Not Zirkzee or Mainoo: Numerous clubs now ‘monitoring’ Man Utd man’s situation after INEOS U-turn on his future

Now in the final seven months of his Manchester United contract, clubs are keeping a close eye on Jadon Sancho’s situation. Primarily sides in Turkey and Saudi Arabia, with teams across Europe’s major leagues unwilling to take a punt on the lacklustre attacker.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 22

'Who’s Eze?' Frank discusses missing out on Arsenal man in the summer

Tottenham came close to securing the signing of Eberechi Eze during the summer and had even reached an agreement with Crystal Palace for his transfer. The Lilywhites were determined to bring in a new number ten, and Eze appeared on the verge of joining them before Arsenal intervened and successfully hijacked the move.

Lecce News / To The Lane And Back / November 22

Tottenham better off waiting till summer for midfield target; Euro giants relay January transfer stance

Tottenham’s shortcomings in the summer are continuing to haunt Thomas Frank as the injury crisis at N17 deepens. The Lilywhites focused heavily on strengthening their attack, bringing in Mohammed Kudus, Xavi Simons, and Randal Kolo Muani ahead of the new campaign.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 22

Maresca defends summer signing as fan pressure to start teenage striker grows

Chelsea got a win against Burnley at Turf Moor today, but there’s a sense that was despite what their striker was offering them rather than because of it.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 22

Merino heaps praise on his Arsenal teammate for his contributions

Mikel Merino has expressed pride and admiration for the work Martin Zubimendi is doing for Arsenal each time he steps onto the pitch. Arsenal have experienced periods in the past where their recruitment fell below expectations, particularly during the early transfer windows under Mikel Arteta.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / November 22

Report: Euro giants want to sign Aston Villa star Unai Emery has hailed as 'the best'

Inter Milan are interested in signing the Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez. They are hoping to improve the goalkeeping department in January, and they have identified the 2022 World Cup winner as a target, as per Fichajes.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / November 22

Dutch streetballer who sees himself 'as a Yaya Toure' scouted by Tottenham

Jorthy Mokio is an up-and-coming Belgian professional footballer, widely regarded as one of the most talented defenders of his generation. He honed his skills playing street football on asphalt, which sharpened his technical abilities and instilled a resilient, competitive edge: “Street football teaches you a lot.

Crystal Palace News / Last Word On Sports / November 22

Wolves Eye Move For Greek International After He ‘Lost Patience’ at Lack Of Game Time

Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly reigniting their interest in Christos Mandas, the Lazio goalkeeper who could be on the move in January. The Greek shot stopper is edging closer to an exit after his warning that he has “lost patience” over his lack of game time.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / November 22

Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest Confirmed Lineups for November 22

These are the Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest confirmed lineups in the Premier League. Both teams have just one win from their last five outings in the league and will desperately need to turn things around to achieve their ambitions.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / November 22

Breaking News: Fulham vs Sunderland Confirmed Lineups

Here are the confirmed lineups for both Fulham and Sunderland ahead of their Premier League clash at 3 pm GMT today. Fulham are desperate for the win; they currently sit just one point above the relegation places, and their only win in their last six league games came against bottom club Wolves.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / November 22

Thomas Frank provides positive injury news as Tottenham summer signing nears full fitness; North London Derby cameo likely

Summer signing Mohammed Kudus has been one of Tottenham’s standout performers this season. The Ghana international has quickly settled into Thomas Frank’s system at N17, playing a pivotal role on the right flank for the Lilywhites.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / November 22

'Happy for him'- Thomas Frank heaps high praise on Tottenham star who is slowly finding feet at N17

Tottenham star Brennan Johnson has experienced a slow start to life under Thomas Frank this season. The Welshman wrote his name into the club’s history books last season after playing a crucial role in ending the Lilywhites’ long trophy drought.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 22

Why Maresca dropped Garnacho for Gittens in team to face Burnley

Chelsea line up to face Burnley at Turf Moor in half an hour, and the team is in. We predicted many changes in our predicted XI, given it came off the back off the back of the international break, and given there are two huge games next week.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 22

Burnley vs Chelsea – Team News: In-form winger dropped by Maresca

Chelsea face Burnley at Turf Moor in just over an hour, and the teams are in! This was bound to be an interesting selection, given we’ve just come off an international break and have two huge games next week – but this is perhaps even more different that we expected.