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'We will take the points' Saka admits Arsenal were lucky to beat Wolves

Arsenal relied on two own goals to secure a Premier League victory over Wolves this evening, and Bukayo Saka has made it clear that the Gunners are happy to take the three points.

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Xabi Alonso dismissal would not affect planned exit for Real Madrid star

Real Madrid could sack Xabi Alonso as early as next week, amid concerns over the club’s poor start to the 2025-26 season. The former Galactico has struggled

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 13

Unpopular decision to move Celtic’s Scottish Cup clash explained

Former Darvel FC owner John Gall has explained the decision to move Celtic’s Scottish Cup meeting with Auchinleck Talbot to Rugby Park. The Scottish Champions were due to turnout at Beechwood Park in January but on Friday evening, a decision was switched to take the Celts to Kilmarnock’s ground, which hosts 18k, rather than the 4,000 ground.

Juventus FC News / Football Italia / December 13

Milik returns to Juventus group training after 550 days of injury nightmare

Juventus fans might’ve forgotten that he still plays for them, but Arkadiusz Milik today returned to training with the full squad for the first time in 550 days.

Crystal Palace News / Last Word On Sports / December 13

Mikel Arteta Reacts to Dramatic Arsenal Win Against Wolves

Arsenal extended their lead to five points at the top of the Premier League, courtesy of a dramatic 2-1 victory at home against Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 13

Palladino sees right Atalanta ‘spirit’ and reveals Scamacca worry

Raffaele Palladino feels the last two Atalanta victories over Chelsea and Cagliari showed ‘the right spirit’ and reveals Gianluca Scamacca almost didn’t play tonight.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 13

Tottenham being kept in the loop on 4 G/A Atalanta attacker’s situation as January transfer beckons; player looks keen on winter move

Tottenham showed clear intent during the summer by bringing in top-quality, high-profile players to bolster their attack for the current season. The Lilywhites signed individuals capable of making an immediate impact under Thomas Frank, helping the Danish tactician build on last season’s Europa League success.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 13

Barcelona rule out move for defender as new contract agreed

Barcelona have plans in place to sign a left-sided central defender next summer, as they seek to replace the already-departed Inigo Martinez. They have drawn up a list of targets, but one of those has now been discarded.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 13

Two own goals save Arsenal’s blushes against rock-bottom Wolves

Arsenal secured a 2–1 victory over Wolves in the Premier League this evening, with both goals coming from unfortunate own goals by Sam Johnstone and Yerson Mosquera.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 13

Scamacca and De Ketelaere finding Atalanta form with ‘real centre-forward’

Gianluca Scamacca is rediscovering his form with Atalanta just in time to play for Italy in the World Cup play-offs, while Charles De Ketelaere calls him

Manchester United News / Sunderland on SI / December 13

Sunderland Talent Sparks a Battle Between Manchester United and Chelsea

The transfer window has become an attraction for Sunderland in terms of continuing to reinforce their squad for a project that lasts for several years under the command of Regis Le Bris.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 13

Is Tether really close to buying Juventus?

Tether appears to be edging closer to a potential takeover of Juventus, with each development suggesting they may be plotting a significant move. Although

AC Monza News / SempreInter.com / December 13

Inter Milan Duo Race Against Clock To Be Fit for Supercoppa Italiana

Denzel Dumfries hasn’t played since early November, while Matteo Darmian has been managing his own setback. Sunday’s trip to Genoa looks too soon for either player, but both are targeting next week’s Supercoppa Italiana preparations—and they’re pushing hard to make it happen.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / December 13

Galatasaray line up blockbuster move for Real Madrid stalwart

Real Madrid will be busy next summer, with plans for both arrivals and departures to take place at the Bernabeu. In terms of exits, the most high-profile could be Antonio Rudiger, whose contract runs out at the end of the season.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 13

Celtic v St Mirren: team news, referee details, KO time & where to watch

Celtic face St Mirren in the Premier Sports Cup Final on Sunday. The Scottish Champions beat Rangers to secure their place in the showpiece final while Stephen Robinson’s Paisley outfit thrashed Motherwell the night before.

Soccer News / The Laziali / December 13

Watch: Noslin Stuns the Tardini as 9-Man Lazio Prevail Over Parma – The Highlights

The official Serie A YouTube channel uploaded the highlights of what went down as an instant classic between Parma and Lazio. The Biancocelesti had the first chance of the match, when Matteo Cancellieri tested Edoardo Corvi from an acute angle.

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Olympique Lyonnais News / Extratime Talk / December 13

Enzo Maresca’s Cryptic Comments Spark Confusion After Chelsea vs Everton 2-0 Win

With a 2-0 win in the Chelsea vs Everton Premier League clash on Saturday, December 13, the Blues have ended a four-game winless run, and moved back into the top four in the Premier League table.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 13

Why Juventus has fallen in love with Palestra

Marco Palestra is making it increasingly difficult for Juventus to overlook him as he continues to impress on loan at Cagliari from Atalanta. The 20-year-old right back has established himself as one of the finest players in his position in Serie A this season, drawing attention from several of the league’s top clubs.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 13

'I don’t care' – Hansi Flick reacts to Xabi Alonso speculation at Real Madrid

Barcelona continued their excellent La Liga form on Saturday with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Osasuna at the Spotify Camp Nou, with both goals coming from Raphinha.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 13

Sarri jokes next time Lazio should ‘just start with 10 men’ after heroic victory

Maurizio Sarri joked Lazio might just ‘start with 10 men’ next time after beating Parma with two players sent off. ‘We won with 8 against 10 once…’ The Aquile had a very poor away record, so things weren’t looking good for them when Mattia Zaccagni was shown a straight red card for his mistimed lunge on Nahuel Estevez just before half-time.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 13

Chelsea now up to 6 clean sheets in 7 unbeaten games when they use this combination

Chelsea beat Everton 2-0 at Stamford Bridge this afternoon, and while the Blues scored twice, it was really all about the defence. Once the lead was secured, the Blues sat deep to control the game, and they relied on their central defensive partnership to get the job done.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 13

Why Fabrizio Romano just Tweeted about Reece James after full back helps Chelsea to win

Chelsea beat Everton 2-0 today, and among the stats from the game was the interesting fact that this was the first time that Reece James had completed 90 minutes for Chelsea 3 times in a row since 2023.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / December 13

Report: Galaxy finalizing deal for Union's Jakob Glesnes

The Los Angeles Galaxy are close to acquiring former Major League Soccer Defender of the Year Jakob Glesnes from the Philadelphia Union, The Athletic reported Saturday.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 13

What Hugo Ekitike said about Mo Salah after Liverpool win will make Reds fans adore him even more

Hugo Ekitike was Liverpool’s two-goal hero against Brighton on Saturday afternoon, and he modestly sought to heap glowing praise on the other man who’s set to dominate tonight’s headlines.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 13

William Gallas predicts his Premier League top four

William Gallas has shared his prediction for the Premier League top-four at the end of this season, and he appears to back Arsenal’s ambitions. The Gunners are determined to end nearly two decades without a league title, aiming to become champions of England for the first time since 2004.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 13