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UEFA Champions League Matchday 3 Predictions Including Tottenham vs AS Monaco

Tottenham Hotspur look to continue a positive start to their Champions League Campaign when they travel to AS Monaco, fellow Premier League side Liverpool travels to Eintracht Frankfurt in the midst of a challenging losing streak.

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UEFA Champions League Matchday 3 Predictions Including Real Madrid vs Juventus

Wednesday action at the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League has Real Madrid playing Juventus before the El Clasico on the weekend, while Chelsea host a struggling Ajax side.

Charlotte FC News / Athlon Sports / October 20

USMNT Star's Painful Admission After Big Move: 'Played With a Double Hernia'

One of the USMNT players who recently made the jump from MLS to Europe is Patrick Agyemang. Agyemang, 24, signed for Derby County of the English Championship from Charlotte FC for a fee of around $8 million, according to Transfermarkt.

Southampton News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Walcott Makes Christian Pulisic Swallow Bitter Pill About His USMNT Role

Christian Pulisic is a major topic of conversation after his injury against Australia and has now received strong commentary from a world soccer legend.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / October 20

Western Conference Playoffs: Will the Favorites Prevail or Fall

The Western Conference Playoff race has been top-heavy all year; three teams have owned the top three spots until LAFC overtook one of the top spots. Four teams now are viewed as the top dogs of the Western Conference Playoffs while the rest of the field is hoping they can pull of an upset.

AC Milan News / Athlon Sports / October 20

After Pulisic’s Injury, Donovan Says It’s Time for a Change

Christian Pulisic was injured in the USMNT's 2-1 victory against Australia, during the first half-hour of the game. According to CBS Sports, the AC Milan player is set to miss at least two weeks due to a hamstring injury.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / October 20

Three Things We Learned From Atalanta vs Lazio: Sarri Abandons Sarrismo for Love

On Sunday, Atalanta and Lazio shared the spoils following a goalless draw in Bergamo. While this result hardly improved their mediocre standing, the visitors were certainly the happier side, as they survived La Dea’s second-half onslaught, mostly thanks to the heroics of Mario Gila and Ivan Provedel, in addition to a pinch of luck.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / October 20

Martin O’Neill questions bizarre Brendan Rodgers Celtic comments

Former Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has called out Brendan Rodgers’ Honda Civic comments after the defeat to Dundee. The Scottish Champions were beaten 2-0 by Steven Pressley’s side at Dens Park, which prompted the comment about the squad.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 20

Gyokeres told that he is not in the same league as Mbappe, Kane and Haaland

Viktor Gyökeres enjoyed a remarkable spell at Sporting Club, scoring nearly 100 goals across just two seasons and earning the Gerd Müller Trophy this year.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 20

Gazzetta: Roma could sacrifice Ferguson to make way for Manchester United outcast

Reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport claim that Roma are plotting a potential move for Manchester United outcast Joshua Zirkzee during the January transfer

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / October 20

'There’s a lot of disharmony which can make it difficult,' Callum McGregor

Callum McGregor reflected on the disharmony all around Celtic at the moment which he believes is having an impact on the park after Celtic’s 2-0 defeat

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / October 20

Greg Taylor brilliantly shuts down Rangers transfer rumours

Former Celtic defender Greg Taylor has dismissed the notion that he was close to joining Rangers. The Scottish internationalist left Celtic Park in the summer after six seasons in the Hoops.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 20

How much of Eze’s success will depend on Gyokeres and other Arsenal attackers?

Mikel Arteta offered his support to Eberechi Eze over the weekend after the midfielder once again struggled to make a decisive impact in Arsenal’s match.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Last Word On Sports / October 20

Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid: Key Takeaways from Arteta’s Pre-Match Presser

On October 21 at 20:00 UK time, Arsenal will face Atletico Madrid at the Emirates in the Champions League, aiming for three wins out of three. Mikel Arteta has appeared at his pre-match press conference, and here are our key takeaways ahead of Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 20

Matt Law: Chelsea figure linked to Juventus changes agents

In another interesting off the field piece of news to come out this week, it’s emerged that Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has changed representatives, joining the stable of the original “super agent” Jorge Mendes.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 20

Tottenham slammed for Aston Villa profligacy; Thomas Frank’s charges must be ‘kicking themselves’

It was a miserable return from the international break for Tottenham Hotspur as they went down 2-1 to Aston Villa at home on Sunday. Aston Villa scripted a second-half comeback as goals from Morgan Rogers and Emi Buendia cancelled out Rodrigo Bentancur’s early strike.

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Lionel Messi by numbers: Inside his MVP-caliber 2025 season

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Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / October 20

West Ham vs Brentford Confirmed Lineups for October 20

These are the West Ham vs Brentford Confirmed lineups for their Premier League clash on Monday Night Football. The Irons have moved on from Graham Potter and looks to get their season going under the pragmatic Nuno Espirito Santo who will no doubt make them difficult to beat.

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 20

Zero minutes, countless new fans – Man Utd star more popular than ever after Anfield antics

Despite remaining on the bench for the duration of the match, Joshua Zirkzee still managed to consolidate his status as a Manchester United fan favourite.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 20

Tottenham urged to redeploy struggling star in new role; will Thomas Frank heed advice?

Mathys Tel’s move from Bayern Munich to Tottenham reflected trust in potential. The loan move in January eventually became permanent over the summer with high expectations, but the 19-year-old French striker is yet to prove that he’s worth the investment.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 20

Agent pushing super defender to sign for Sunderland

Sunderland have made an excellent start to their long-awaited Premier League return, and already, there are plans to build on this by making signings when the transfer window re-opens in January.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 20

Insider provides update on Arne Slot situation after four Liverpool defeats in a row

Liverpool have had a very difficult few weeks, categorised by four defeats in a row across all competitions. The latest came on Sunday as Man United emerged as 2-1 winners at Anfield, which was a particularly painful result for all associated with the reigning Premier League champions.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / October 20