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'Defenders can’t handle him' – Chelsea talent tipped to start sooner rather than later

In a disappointing game for Chelsea last night, Estevao Willian was the shining light. He scored the Blues’ opening goal and remained their main threat throughout the game.

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'Huge surprise' about Chelsea’s summer which caught out club legend

Petr Cech is a man whose opinion we respect universally, but especially when it comes to football. The former Chelsea goalkeeper and director of football spoke exclusively to Flashscore this week, and gave them some interesting insight on what he made of this team and the Premier League title race in general.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / November 6

Reo Hatate has dazzled in flashes, consistency is now crucial

Reo Hatate was once a nailed-on selection under Brendan Rodgers, making his current struggles this season all the more surprising… The midfielder has always been something of a patchy player—capable of moments of brilliance, but equally prone to periods of inconsistency.

Soccer News / Football Espana / November 6

Barcelona optimistic on recovery of star but Hansi Flick has new doubt for Celta Vigo

Barcelona’s injury crisis has threatened to recede somewhat in recent weeks, but Hansi Flick is still some way off having a full squad to select from. The Blaugrana could be down another player from their trip to Belgium, where they drew with Club Brugge 3-3.

AC Monza News / Football Italia / November 6

Inter man Carlos Augusto finds form & renewal talks on the table after Kairat winner

Carlos Augusto’s thunderous strike against Kairat may have been worth far more than three points, it symbolised his resurgence at Inter and came just as the club reopened talks to extend his contract.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 6

Luis Enrique snubs Arsenal as he names the best team in Europe

Luis Enrique, who guided Paris Saint-Germain to Champions League glory last season, is well aware of Arsenal’s growing strength, having faced Mikel Arteta’s side during that successful European campaign.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / November 6

Spalletti asks Juventus to keep revitalised out-of-contract player

Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti is reportedly keen to maintain the services of Weston McKennie, who regained a starting berth. The American is the club’s second-longest-serving outfield player after Daniele Rugani, having signed for the Bianconeri in the summer of 2020.

Fiorentina News / The Cult of Calcio / November 6

Genoa and Fiorentina Find Their New Head Coaches

Genoa and Fiorentina have identified their next coaches, Daniele De Rossi and Paolo Vanoli, and will install them before the next Serie A round, without waiting for the break.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / November 6

'I think the big reason…' – Amorim explains one big difference between Man United this season and last season

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has explained one big thing going in his favour this season that wasn’t the case for him last term. When asked in

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 6

Pardew says Man Utd signed a player who thinks he should be at Real Madrid, his ‘inner belief’ is off the charts

Alan Pardew has commended Manchester United’s decision to sign Premier League-proven players over the summer. It’s a trick that’s unlikely to ever fail miserably, so long as the targets being scouted are consistently performing week to week.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 6

Arsenal tracking exciting 16-year-old German talent

There appears to be a continuing trend between Arsenal and talented teenage footballers, and the club has reportedly identified another promising youngster, this time in Germany.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 6

‘Surprised me a lot’ – Pep Guardiola hadn’t been expecting one thing from Liverpool this season

Pep Guardiola admitted that he was ‘surprised’ by one thing he’s seen from Liverpool this season. The Manchester City manager comes up against Arne Slot’s Reds on Sunday as both teams aim to close the gap to leaders Arsenal, who are currently seven points clear of the reigning Premier League champions in third place.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / November 6

The Manchester City attack is evolving but the constant remains

So far this season, Erling Haaland has scored 18 goals for Manchester City in all competitions. The criticism of City this season has been that they are over-reliant on their star striker.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 6

Wright and Scholes name Liverpool duo who’ve 'not lived up to expectations' this season

When Liverpool spent big in the summer, as champions, it increased expectation and pressure on some new players whom many pundits are now criticising.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / November 6

Euro giants believe they could sign Aston Villa star for bargain fee

Inter Milan are reportedly interested in signing Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa and there’s a belief they could get a deal done on the cheap. Konsa has been a key player for Villa in the last few years, and it’s also seen him break into the England squad.

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 6

Man Utd in the running to sign ‘strongest striker in the league’ who wouldn’t cost a penny

Manchester United are reportedly involved in the race for Dusan Vlahovic, who could soon become one of the hottest names on the free agent market. The Serbian first rose to stardom during his time at Fiorentina.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 6

Ian Wright hails Conor Bradley after Madrid masterclass but Roy Keane can’t resist a dig

It was another night where Anfield roared and a young right-back answered every question asked of him. Conor Bradley’s exceptional showing in Liverpool’s 1–0 victory over Real Madrid in the Champions League drew admiration from Ian Wright and Jill Scott – and a familiar critique from Roy Keane.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / November 6