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Cardiff City vs Chelsea: Starting XIs, confirmed team news for Carabao Cup tie

Enzo Maresca has named his Chelsea side to face Cardiff City in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals. Chelsea travel to the Cardiff City Stadium for a chance to progress into the semi-finals, as they visit the League One leaders.

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Serie A controversy: Evaluating VAR in Parma-Lazio, Bologna-Juventus and Udinese-Napoli

Former referee Andrea De Marco analysed the controversial Serie A decisions made during Parma-Lazio, Bologna-Juventus, Udinese-Napoli and Torino-Cremonese.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 16

This season has had disaster written all over it from outset, thanks to Celtic Board

I wrote an article after the Premier Sports League Cup final defeat to St Mirren focusing on Wilfried Nancy and how his appointment has been an unmitigated disaster so far for Celtic… I bemoaned the timing of his arrival, throwing him into the fray ahead of three of the most important games this season.

Sounders bring back GK Stefan Frei for 13th season

The Seattle Sounders are bringing back goalkeeper Stefan Frei for his 13th season after re-signing the 39-year-old free agent on Monday to a deal that runs through June 2027.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 16

Roma’s Gasperini wish list is Zirkzee first, then Yuri Alberto and Raspadori

Gian Piero Gasperini has a wish list for the Roma attack and it’s in a clear order, with Joshua Zirkzee first, Yuri Alberto second, and Giacomo Raspadori only third.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / December 16

Chelsea vs Cardiff Confirmed Lineups for Carabao Cup

These are the Chelsea vs Cardiff confirmed lineups for their Carabao Cup tie. The Quarter-Final will see Premier League meet League 1 leaders in one of the more lopsided outings in this stage of the draw.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / December 16

Micky van de Ven reveals what he told Ange Postecoglou after hearing the sacking news

Tottenham endured one of the most remarkable campaigns in the club’s history last season, defying the odds to lift the Europa League trophy in May. Few expected the Lilywhites to even reach the final, let alone go on to win the competition.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 16

'It doesn’t matter' Lewis-Skelly discusses joining Arsenal’s community efforts

Myles Lewis-Skelly has realised a childhood dream by establishing himself at Arsenal, a club just minutes from where he grew up. The young defender, an Arsenal supporter from an early age, progressed through the club’s academy and has become one of the few graduates to secure a place as a key first-team player.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 16

'They don’t have a striker.' Christian Panucci discusses Juventus attacking struggles

Juventus continues to show signs of overall improvement as a team under the guidance of Luciano Spalletti, who has quickly established himself as one of the most effective managers the club has appointed in recent times.

Eintracht Frankfurt News / Football Italia / December 16

Donnarumma in FIFA Best Men’s XI 2025 with overall winner Dembele

Italy international Gianluigi Donnarumma was named in the FIFA Best Men’s XI 2025, with his former PSG teammate Ousmane Dembele getting the overall prize.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / December 16

Minnesota United acquire M Peter Stroud from Red Bulls

Minnesota United FC acquired midfielder Peter Stroud from the New York Red Bulls on Tuesday in exchange for $475,000 in general allocation money. Stroud, 23, appeared in 66 MLS matches (43 starts) with the Red Bulls from 2023-25 and contributed four assists.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 16

Man United initiate contact to sign €40 million-rated Man City target

Manchester United are interested in signing the Trabzonspor midfielder Christ Inao Oulai. The 19-year-old midfielder will cost around €40 million, and he is a target for Manchester City as well.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / December 16

Tottenham urged to be ruthless in January as Thomas Frank targets experienced players

Tottenham fans are finding it difficult to raise their hopes as the club continues to make life hard for itself under Thomas Frank this season. The Lilywhites

Austin FC sign veteran D Jon Bell through 2028

Austin FC announced the signing of free agent defender Jon Bell on Tuesday. The 28-year-old veteran is signed through June 2028 with an option for the 2028-29 season.

Sassuolo News / Football Italia / December 16

AC Milan 2-2 Sassuolo controversy, where referee went right and wrong

Former referee Andrea De Marco analyses the various controversial incidents in AC Milan 2-2 Sassuolo, giving the official verdict on where the officials went right and wrong in that game.

Real Oviedo announce third manager of the season after Luis Carrion exit

Real Oviedo have announced their third manager of the season, after dismissing Luis Carrion on Sunday night. The Asturian side have entrusted Guillermo Almada to maintain their Primera status, following 24 years away from La Liga.

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Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 16

Liverpool, Chelsea, Man United inform 'most wanted' star’s camp of their transfer plan

Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United are interested in signing the Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi. The 25-year-old will be out of contract at the end of the season, and he is expected to be on the move soon.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 16

Man United linked with a loan move for 'really good' Tottenham and Newcastle target

Conor Gallagher has been linked with the move away from Atletico Madrid in recent weeks. The 25-year-old England international has struggled for regular opportunities, and he might need to leave in January in order to play more often.

Hoffenheim News / Field Level Media / December 16

Red Bulls acquire former FC Dallas D Justin Che

The New York Red Bulls announced the acquisition Tuesday of former FC Dallas defender Justin Che. Che, 21, arrives from Danish Superliga side Brondby IF and is signed through 2028 with an option for 2029.

Manchester United News / Extratime Talk / December 16

Bruno Fernandes’ Form Remains a Constant for Manchester United

Bruno Fernandes’ form continues to help Manchester United, but they have now failed to win yet another match at home. The Red Devils drew 4-4 in the Man United vs Bournemouth Premier League game at Old Trafford on Monday, December 15.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 16

Predicted XI: Enzo Maresca has to risk it all with this changed up team selection

All the news around Chelsea right now is about Enzo Maresca, who had an astonishing outburst on Saturday after beating Everton. But there’s a game to be played tonight against Cardiff in the EFL Cup quarter final, where Maresca will face off against one of his old colleagues, Brian Barry-Murphy.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 16

Manchester City’s Form Raises Hopes of Yet Another Title Triumph Under Pep Guardiola

Manchester City’s form continues to impress. In the most recent Crystal Palace vs Man City Premier League game, the Cityzens won 3-0 at Selhurst Park. They are still two points behind Arsenal on the Premier League table, but their recent form is quite good.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 16

West Ham vs Aston Villa 2-3: Morgan Rogers’ Brace Keeps Aston Villa’s Dreams Alive In The Title Race

A second-half brace in the West Ham vs Aston Villa game from the ever-brilliant Morgan Rogers saw the visitors record their sixth successive Premier League victory and keep within touching distance of leaders Arsenal and second-placed Manchester City in the early-season title race.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 16

Report – Arsenal watching talented AC Milan youngster

Two summers ago, Arsenal faced AC Milan in a pre-season fixture, and one player caught the attention of the Gunners. Lorenzo Torriani, a 20-year-old goalkeeper, impressed during that match, and since then, Arsenal have reportedly been monitoring his progress closely.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 16

The two Chelsea stars picked for Team of the Week and why the stats favoured them

With Manchester United’s thrilling draw against Bournemouth concluded, the Premier League’s 16th gameweek draws to a close, and we can take a look back at the stars of the week.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / December 16

Chelsea Predicted Lineup & Team News vs Cardiff for December 16

This is a Chelsea predicted lineup for their Carabao Cup clash with League 1 leaders Cardiff City. The minnows have already knocked out Championship opposition and will be aiming to take a step up and beat on a rotated Premier League squad.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 16

Sky Sports journo shares definitive update on Man United’s January pursuit of 39 G/A Premier League ace

Manchester United are said to be ‘firmly in the race’ for Bournemouth ace Antoine Semenyo. That’s according to Sky Sports journalist Lyall Thomas this morning, who adds that the Red Devils and arch-rivals Manchester City are the ‘strongest rivals’ to Tottenham Hotspur as things stand.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 16

‘I still think…’ – Michael Owen issues bullish Liverpool claim which might shock Reds fans

For all of Liverpool’s struggles this season, Michael Owen has still proclaimed them to be ‘the best team in the world’ when playing at their ‘absolute peak’.