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Walcott thinks Arsenal getting lucky is exactly what can help them win the league

Even the most loyal Arsenal supporters would struggle to deny that the Gunners were fortunate in their 2 – 1 victory over Wolves at the weekend. The match did not unfold as many expected, with Arsenal finding it difficult to break down a determined and well-organised visiting side.

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Poker Lessons Applied to Juventus’ Tactical Approach

Juventus have built their reputation on a foundation where logic butts heads with instinct, a calculated, sometimes stubborn, determination that has fueled their grip on Italian football.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 17

Allegri: ‘Milan need new energy, Gimenez advised to have surgery, we’ll see about transfers’

Massimiliano Allegri says that he and Milan will have to wait and see about potential incomings in the January transfer window, and has told supporters what to expect when the Rossoneri take on Napoli in the Supercoppa Italiana on Thursday evening. Milan will face Napoli in the first of the Supercoppa Italiana semi-finals on Thursday evening.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 17

Internal investigation started at Man United to solve major issue facing the team

Manchester United have reportedly launched an internal investigation after sensitive tactical details involving Ruben Amorim’s plans were leaked on the day of their Premier League clash against Bournemouth.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 17

Report – Inter Milan Ready To Extend Italy Superstar’s Contract Amid Barcelona Rumors

Inter Milan have no intention of letting Alessandro Bastoni leave the club amid growing interest from Barcelona. According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri are preparing a contract offer that would secure Bastoni’s long-term future at San Siro.

Empoli News / Football Espana / December 17

Barcelona to resolve future of non-starter next summer despite Premier League interest

Barcelona captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen made a surprise return on Tuesday night in their Copa del Rey win over Guadalajara, his first appearance in seven months.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 17

Report – Inter Milan Open To Loaning Italy Midfielder Out To Juventus In January

Inter Milan could shockingly offload out-of-favor midfielder Davide Frattesi to Juventus during the January transfer window. According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the San Siro giants are open to loaning out their outcast this winter.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 17

‘Bring him back’ – Don Hutchison is itching to see Premier League winner returning to Liverpool

Don Hutchison has implored Liverpool to bring back one player who was involed in last season’s Premier League title success. At the end of the summer transfer window, Harvey Elliott joined Aston Villa on an initial loan basis, with an obligation for the move to become permanent upon making 10 appearances in the Midlands (The Athletic).

Atalanta News / SempreInter.com / December 17

Report – Inter Milan Weighing Up January Swoop For Porto Wingback To Make Up For Denzel Dumfries Absence

Serie A heavyweights Inter Milan are reportedly eyeing up a winter move for Porto defender Alberto Costa. According to Il Giorno via FCInterNews, the Portuguese defender has caught the Nerazzurri’s attention.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 17

Report: Juventus view Chelsea ace as realistic transfer option as they look to reinforce key area

Juventus believe Andrey Santos is a realistic option should a move for Marseille’s Pierre Emile Hojbjerg fail to materialise. Santos joined Chelsea in January 2023 from Brazilian club Vasco da Gama in a deal believed to worth just £13m, and is looking somewhat of a bargain.

Nottingham Forest News / SempreInter.com / December 17

Report – Dutch Veteran Considers Leaving Inter Milan In January To Boost FIFA World Cup Prospects

Inter Milan defender Stefan de Vrij is reportedly keen to leave the club in January to bolster his national team prospects. According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the 33-year-old is eager to feature for the Netherlands in the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 17

Inter Milan Target Revenge In First Supercoppa Italiana Appearance Under Cristian Chivu

Inter Milan will be out to settle old scores when they take to the field for their first Supercoppa Italiana appearance under new boss Cristian Chivu. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, revenge will be at the forefront of Inter’s minds in Saudi Arabia.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 17

Maignan previews Supercup but avoids questions on Milan future: ‘Don’t think it’s the time’

Mike Maignan says that Milan are fully focused on their Supercoppa Italiana semi-final against Napoli on Thursday evening, but was unwilling to discuss

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 17

Forward puts pressure on club to accept Barcelona offer

Barcelona are keen to add to their options for their affiliate side, Barca Atletic, in the January transfer window, and have set their sights on one of Egypt’s premier talents.

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Soccer News / The Laziali / December 17

Lazio Duo Zaccagni & Basic Receive Bans Following Parma Dismissals

Lazio stars Mattia Zaccagni and Toma Basic have each been slapped with a different ban after receiving red cards against Parma. The captain got his marching orders for what was deemed to be a nasty high-studs challenge on Nahuel Estevez just before half-time.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 17

Arsenal’s interest in in-form attacker could be the end for Martinelli

Gabriel Martinelli was strongly linked with a move away from Arsenal during the summer transfer window, with Barcelona and Bayern Munich both showing interest in the attacker.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 17

70-app PL star being targeted by INEOS said he first realised his ‘dream’ when he walked out at Old Trafford

Tyler Adams says he realised that his ‘dream’ was to play in the Premier League after he walked out at Old Trafford for the first time. In the build-up to Bournemouth’s clash in M16 on Monday evening, the USMNT international told ‘The Captain’ podcast (by Verizon): “It’s just a special occasion.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 17

Emerging Serie A left-back is catching Arsenal’s attention

Arsenal continues to monitor several players in Serie A, with one name gaining increasing relevance at the Emirates Stadium as a potential future signing.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 17

Man United managerial target rejects new contract at Premier League club

Oliver Glasner’s recent decisions in the managerial market have sent a clear message across European football. By turning down two contract offers within

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 17

Man United maintain interest in attacker but Man City & Liverpool stand in their way

Manchester United’s long-standing interest in Antoine Semenyo remains very much alive, with the Bournemouth winger continuing to attract serious attention across the Premier League.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 17

'I don’t rate him' – Troy Deeney names Chelsea player he’s not the 'biggest lover of'

Troy Deeney has admitted he’s not a fan of Malo Gusto as he revealed why he doesn’t rate the France international. Gusto has been back to somewhere near his best form this season, after a difficult campaign last time out in which he struggled for consistency.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 17

Tottenham accelerate move to sign Arsenal target who is 'one of the best' in his role

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi. The 26-year-old has struggled for regular opportunities at the Italian club, and he needs to move in January to get his career back on track.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 17

Tottenham join four-way tussle with Premier League rivals for attacker with an 'X-factor'

Ruben Vargas has been linked with a move away from Sevilla, and Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing him. According to a report from Fichajes, Leeds United, Aston Villa and Newcastle are monitoring his situation as well.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 17

The very surprising lowest rated Chelsea player from Cardiff was the recent hero

There was a very surprising player who got given the lowest match rating for the 3-1 win against Cardiff City last night. Chelsea struggled their way through the 90 minutes, finally managing to beat the League One side with two late goals from subs Pedro Neto and Alejandro Garnacho.

Mohamed Salah News / Caught Offside / December 17

Mohamed Salah tipped to make surprise European move by Liverpool legend

Mohamed Salah’s future at Liverpool has been thrown into fresh uncertainty after a tense sequence of events that has fuelled speculation about a potential January exit and even a surprise return to Serie A.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 17

INEOS consider ‘fast-tracking’ 2026 move for ‘special’ PL star to grant Amorim huge mid-season boost

Manchester United are seriously considering a mid-season swoop for Antoine Semenyo when his release clause becomes active. When the New Year rolls around, clubs interested in the Bournemouth talisman will have until a certain date in January to activate his £60 million clause.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 16