Yardbarker
The numbers behind Liverpool’s drop-off this season

The numbers behind Liverpool’s drop-off this season

Liverpool’s Premier League season is being defined by a frustrating gap between how we want to play and what the numbers keep saying about us. The 3-2 defeat at Bournemouth simply put a sharper frame around problems that have been building for months.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 26

Could Filip Kostic earn a new Juventus contract?

With only five months left on his contract, Juventus winger Filip Kostic is heading to the exit door, unless he manages to earn a new deal. The 32-year-old has been on the club’s books since making the move from Eintracht Frankfurt in the summer of 2022.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 26

'I really like…' – Former legendary wonderkid picks out the thing which makes Estevao special

Estevao was the star of the show as Chelsea beat Crystal Palace on Sunday, and on Match of the Day that night they were full of praise for the wonderkid.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / January 26

Report – Inter Milan Consider Shock Reunion With Manchester United Flop To Replace Yann Sommer

Serie A giants Inter Milan are reportedly contemplating a shock reunion with Manchester United flop Andre Onana. According to FCInterNews, the goalkeeper’s agent is currently in Milan, potentially discussing his client’s return to San Siro.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / January 26

Arsenal vs Kairat Almaty: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups and Injuries

Arsenal look to cap off a perfect league stage of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League when they host Kairat Almaty in what should be a pretty entertaining clash at the Emirates Stadium on Matchday 8 of the Champions League campaign on Wednesday, January 28.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 26
Liverpool confirm loan return as question grows over what went wrong

Liverpool confirm loan return as question grows over what went wrong

Liverpool have confirmed Lewis Koumas has returned from his loan spell at Birmingham City, and it inevitably raises the question of why the move never really caught fire.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 26
'Astonishment' at Chelsea transfer decision as Blues seem to burn bridges with friendly club

'Astonishment' at Chelsea transfer decision as Blues seem to burn bridges with friendly club

Chelsea have made this first important moves of the Liam Rosenior era, one of them being the recall of Aaron Anselmino from Borussia Dortmund. After starting just 7 games thanks to injuries, the former Boca man will come back to Cobham, which his next steps uncertain.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 26
Arsenal told how much it will cost them to sign La Liga attacker

Arsenal told how much it will cost them to sign La Liga attacker

Arsenal is one of the clubs that have been linked with a potential move for Julian Alvarez, with reports suggesting he could return to the Premier League.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 26

David delivers at Juventus, so why does Spalletti want a new striker?

Luciano Spalletti is looking for a new centre-forward at Juventus, but this doesn’t necessarily mean Jonathan David is destined to lose his starting spot in the Bianconeri’s XI.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / January 26
Arsenal’s Premier League Title Race Setback: Shocking Home Blow That Cranks Up Title Race Pressure

Arsenal’s Premier League Title Race Setback: Shocking Home Blow That Cranks Up Title Race Pressure

Arsenal did not lose a football match so much as they lost control of their own intent. For half an hour, the Emirates felt like a stage built for authority – wave after wave, United pinned back, Arsenal dictating the script.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 26
How Xabi Alonso feels about Liverpool return as Sky reporter shares what ‘sources’ have indicated

How Xabi Alonso feels about Liverpool return as Sky reporter shares what ‘sources’ have indicated

According to what one Sky Sports reporter has heard from ‘sources close to’ Xabi Alonso, the former Liverpool midfielder would be ‘more than happy’ to return to Anfield in the guise of head coach if the opportunity were to arise.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 26
37.7 yards on the ball – the stats behind Chelsea star’s superb run and finish

37.7 yards on the ball – the stats behind Chelsea star’s superb run and finish

Sunday’s Chelsea win wasn’t pretty. Once again, the Blues struggled in the first half, but this time they had a magician on the pitch to make things happen.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 26
French media full of praise for Nwaneri after his weekend debut

French media full of praise for Nwaneri after his weekend debut

Ethan Nwaneri made his first start for Olympique Marseille at the weekend, only days after completing a loan move to the Ligue 1 side. The switch came after a frustrating spell at Arsenal, where opportunities had been limited, prompting him to seek regular football elsewhere.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 26
Gary Neville has noticed something about Liverpool that they need to ‘get rid of’ immediately

Gary Neville has noticed something about Liverpool that they need to ‘get rid of’ immediately

Gary Neville has urged Liverpool to ‘get rid of’ what he believes to be a self-pitying attitude on the pitch during this chastening season. The Reds’ nightmarish

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / January 26
Effects of Omar Marmoush and a Changed Approach Evident in 2-0 Manchester City Win Against Wolves

Effects of Omar Marmoush and a Changed Approach Evident in 2-0 Manchester City Win Against Wolves

A Manchester City win against Wolves on Saturday, January 24, at the Etihad Stadium saw them move closer to Arsenal. The Cityzens now trail the Gunners by four points.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 26
L’Equipe: Jeremy Jacquet to Chelsea not over yet – Chelsea encouraged with €50m negotiation

L’Equipe: Jeremy Jacquet to Chelsea not over yet – Chelsea encouraged with €50m negotiation

The Jeremy Jacquet to Chelsea story may not be over just yet, and it seems like we are even speaking about for January here. It emerged earlier on that Chelsea are not going to be signing the young centre back from Rennes this window, although there was talk of a pre-deal for the summer.

  Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!
The 'NFL undrafted receiving leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL undrafted receiving leaders' quiz
The 'NFL tight end receiving leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL tight end receiving leaders' quiz
The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz
 The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz
The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz
 The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz
Soccer News / Stretty News / January 26
New proposal sent today: Euro giants ‘renew’ interest in Man Utd ‘difference-maker’ after missing out on target

New proposal sent today: Euro giants ‘renew’ interest in Man Utd ‘difference-maker’ after missing out on target

Juventus have ‘renewed their interest’ in Joshua Zirkzee after missing out on their first-choice target, Youssef En-Nesyri. Indeed, the Serie A giants

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 26
'Review it' – Former PGMOL chief/Ex-Ref says Chelsea player could be punished for Palace incident

'Review it' – Former PGMOL chief/Ex-Ref says Chelsea player could be punished for Palace incident

A former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA referee has said that a Chelsea player could still be punished for an incident in the Crystal Palace win. It was a game that had plenty going on, with four goals, a sending off, and some yellow cards as well.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 26
Arsenal fail their audition in loss to Manchester United

Arsenal fail their audition in loss to Manchester United

I asked for Arsenal to produce a performance on Sunday to reassure Gooners and, more importantly, themselves that it was merely a coincidence that points had been dropped directly after watching Manchester City and Aston Villa slip up.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 26
Wataru Endo sums up dressing-room mood after Bournemouth heartbreak

Wataru Endo sums up dressing-room mood after Bournemouth heartbreak

Wataru Endo’s post-match reaction after the Bournemouth loss offered a calm snapshot of where we are right now, after conceding a stoppage-time winner and seeing our unbeaten run end.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 26
David Seaman criticises one decision Mikel Arteta made against Man Utd

David Seaman criticises one decision Mikel Arteta made against Man Utd

David Seaman cannot understand why Mikel Arteta decided to take Martin Odegaard off during Arsenal’s match against Manchester United yesterday. With the team chasing goals and trailing 2-1, the Arsenal manager replaced Odegaard with Mikel Merino, who went on to score an equaliser for the Gunners.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 26
‘Colossal’: Even the official Premier League account was wowed by Man Utd star who made eight final-third passes

‘Colossal’: Even the official Premier League account was wowed by Man Utd star who made eight final-third passes

Harry Maguire’s remarkable resurgence has only continued upon his return from injury this season, with the centre-half claiming the Man of the Match award on Sunday evening.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 26
Crystal Palace agree to let defender leave the club before deadline day

Crystal Palace agree to let defender leave the club before deadline day

Crystal Palace are reportedly ready to loan out defender Chadi Riad amid growing interest from Sheffield United, according to journalist Alan Nixon. The

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 26
Amad Diallo mocks Arsenal fan on social media after dramatic win for Man United

Amad Diallo mocks Arsenal fan on social media after dramatic win for Man United

Manchester United winger Amad Diallo wasted no time firing back at Arsenal supporters on social media after the Red Devils secured a thrilling 3–2 victory over the Gunners on Sunday.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 26
‘Getting closer’: One of Man Utd’s three main PL midfielder targets has now green-lit a five-year deal

‘Getting closer’: One of Man Utd’s three main PL midfielder targets has now green-lit a five-year deal

Adam Wharton is reportedly favouring a move to Liverpool over the host of clubs interested in him this year – including Manchester United. Indeed, the

Customize Your Newsletter

Yardbarker +

Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.