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‘It was very difficult’ – Harvey Elliott opens up about Liverpool exit in heartfelt statement

Harvey Elliott has opened up about his ‘need’ to be ‘selfish’ in deciding to leave Liverpool at the end of the summer transfer window. The 22-year-old completed a loan move to Aston Villa on deadline day, with the deal to become permanent for £35m once he makes 10 appearances for Unai Emery’s side this season (The Athletic).

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UEFA Champions League Matchday 1 Predictions Including Bayern Munich vs Chelsea

Wednesday’s action on the first matchday of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League league format features defending finalists Inter Milan battling the famous Ajax, Liverpool host Spain’s Atletico Madrid, while World Champions Chelsea take on Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / September 16

Report: Tottenham ramp up efforts to sign 27-year-old forward from La Liga club

Tottenham Hotspur have expressed a strong interest in signing Ruben Vargas from Sevilla. According to a report from Fichajes, they will face competition from Aston Villa for the 27-year-old Swiss international.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 16

Chelsea get huge boost ahead of Bayern Munich with key player spotted back in training

Chelsea have received a huge boost ahead of facing Bayern Munich this week with a key player being spotted back in training! Things are about to get much tougher for Chelsea now as they re-enter Champions League football and face some of the best teams in the world.

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The 'Premier League Golden Boot winners' quiz

How many of the players to lead the English Premier League in goals scored (also known as winning the "Golden Boot") since the 2000-01 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Ballon d'Or winners' quiz

The 'English Premier League champions since 1992-93' quiz

The 'FIFA World Cup Golden Boot winners' quiz

Manchester United News / Stretty News / September 16

Romano: ‘I can reveal to you’ – United were prepared to sell £50m Ten Hag signing after 12 months

Manchester United were willing to facilitate Manuel Ugarte’s exit this summer – just 12 months after his arrival at Old Trafford. Around deadline day last August, Ugarte signed for the Reds in a £50.5 million deal from Paris Saint-Germain.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 16

'In January…' – Matt Law names position Chelsea are thinking of winter transfer

Chelsea’s attack more than their defence has been the element with more struggles so far this season. With Levi Colwill out for the season and Benoit Badiashile and Wesley Fofana constantly injured too, Trevoh Chalobah and Tosin Adarabioyo have a lot on their shoulders.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 16

Bored and gutted: Liam Delap’s Dad speaks out on Chelsea striker’s long-term injury

The father of Liam Delap, Rory, has spoken out on his son’s long-term injury lay off after getting injured on transfer deadline weekend. Everyone around Chelsea will clearly be absolutely gutted at Delap getting injured.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / September 16

'We are just thinking about…' – Chelsea best player on the team’s new focus

Moises Caicedo was the star of Chelsea’s win over Brentford on Saturday after leathering in a powerful goal to go 2-1 ahead. Speaking to the club’s official website, the midfielder talked through his latest impressive effort.

Soccer News / Stretty News / September 16

Sir Jim Ratcliffe privately outlines new condition that would make him sack Ruben Amorim this season

Ruben Amorim will remain in the hot seat for Manchester United for the foreseeable future despite overseeing the club’s worst start to a campaign in 33 years.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 16

Director believes club will benefit from inside knowledge when they face Chelsea this week

A club director believes that they will benefit from inside knowledge when they play against Chelsea later this week. The Blues are fresh off a 2-2 draw against Brentford on Saturday night, but now things are really about to get real for Enzo Maresca and his players.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / September 16

Fabrizio Romano: Chelsea sent €40m offer for player who 'would be perfect for what they’re building'

Fabrizio Romano has reported that Chelsea sent a €40m offer for player who “would be perfect for what they’re building.” Chelsea did plenty of transfer business over the summer window and they could have done a lot more as well, with many deals that they attempted not going through.

Soccer News / The Laziali / September 16

Sarri on Lazio Loss vs Sassuolo: 'Patience is Key'

After a frustrating 2-1 defeat to Sassuolo, Lazio coach Maurizio Sarri appeared for a press conference to dissect his team’s performance. The manager, who had to handle a family matter immediately following the match, dispelled any notions of a panicked departure and instead focused on a detailed tactical breakdown.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / September 16

UEFA Champions League Matchday 1 Predictions Including Real Madrid vs Marseille

The 2025-26 UEFA Champions League begins on Tuesday, and all of the European club football will kick off this week with the first matchday of eight for the initial league stage.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / September 15

Sounders, Inter Miami set for rematch of fiery Leagues Cup final

The last time the Seattle Sounders and Inter Miami faced each other, things got ugly. A postgame scuffle in the Leagues Cup championship match Aug. 31 led to sanctions on both teams from both the tournament and Major League Soccer, most notably a three-game MLS suspension for Inter Miami superstar Luis Suarez.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / September 15

Should Tottenham star Randal Kolo Muani get the nod over Richarlison vs Villarreal? – Opinion

Tuesday is not too far away as Tottenham Hotspur prepare to welcome back Champions League football at N17, where Thomas Frank’s side will be looking to make a statement against Villarreal at home.