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Arne Slot hands Liverpool fans another defensive injury blow

Liverpool will face Manchester City on Sunday in the Premier League, and while this rivalry matchup doesn’t carry quite the same cachet as it did a few years ago when the two were more direct title rivals, that shouldn’t really be the case on Sunday.

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NYCFC Escape Charlotte With Victory to Set Up Clash With No. 1 Seed Union

New York City FC displayed tremendous mental fortitude to win a decisive Game 3 in a tough road atmosphere. The visitors emptied every bit of energy to squeeze past Charlotte FC with a 3-1 victory.

Borussia Monchengladbach News / Field Level Media / November 7

Nicolas Fernandez tallies twice as NYCFC knock out Charlotte FC

New York City FC scored a pair of breakaway goals just before and shortly after halftime, then held off a late rally from host Charlotte FC to advance in the MLS Cup playoffs with a 3-1 decision on Friday.

San Diego FC put season on line in clincher vs. Timbers

San Diego FC face their first potential elimination match in club history when they host the Portland Timbers in Game 3 of their first-round MLS Cup playoff series on Sunday night.

Southampton News / The Trivela Effect / November 7

Enzo Maresca has surprising role in mind for Chelsea’s latest breakout star

Chelsea have one of the best defensive midfield partnerships in world football between Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo, but the question is the backups behind the elite duo.

Liverpool FC News / The Trivela Effect / November 7

Arne Slot said what Liverpool fans already knew about Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike

Liverpool blew up the entire Premier League transfer market this past summer by not only signing German phenom Florian Wirtz, but also landing not one but two big fish at the striker position in Hugo Ekitike and then Alexander Isak to close the transfer window.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / November 7

NYCFC vs. Charlotte: Pigeons survive emotional match to clinch MLS conference semifinal berth

New York City FC beat Charlotte FC 3-1 in Game 3 of their Major League Soccer playoff series to clinch its spot in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

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Bayern Munich News / Juventus FC On SI / November 7

Luciano Spalletti Wants Juventus to Sign a Bayern Munich Defender for €32M

Juventus are facing a major challenge as they look to compete at the highest level in Serie A and the UEFA Champions League, after the negative period under the management of Igor Tudor.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / November 7

PSG Target Desperate for Real Madrid Move Amid Liverpool Doubt

According to Foot Mercato, Konaté remains eager to make the move to Real Madrid, but the Spanish club no longer views him as a key target. Instead, Real Madrid have shifted their focus toward Dayot Upamecano as the main defensive addition they want to pursue.

Soccer News / The Trivela Effect / November 7

Legend criticizes star forward for transfer to Manchester United

Manchester United had one of the most productive summer transfer windows of any team in European football this year, particularly from an attacking perspective, as they completely overhauled their front line with Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo, and Matheus Cunha.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 7

Arteta admits Arsenal do have to beat Sunderland this weekend

Mikel Arteta has emphasised that winning Arsenal’s upcoming game against Sunderland will not automatically secure the Premier League title, but the manager admits that the fixture is one they must take seriously.

Thomas Frank gives latest update on Tottenham striker’s recovery from ankle operation

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to enter the November international break on a high by beating Manchester United at home on Saturday. Spurs responded well to the grim Chelsea defeat by sweeping aside FC Copenhagen 4-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday night.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / November 7

Manchester City vs Liverpool: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Manchester City vs Liverpool is going to be the blockbuster clash of the 11th matchday of the 2025/26 Premier League, when the two title contenders fight for a chance to move closer to the top of the table in their meeting on Sunday, November 9.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 7

No Luis Suarez as Inter Miami try to avoid playoff exit vs. Nashville SC

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami will try to advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals without the help of suspended striker Luis Suarez when they host the decisive game of their first-round playoff series against Nashville SC on Saturday night in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / November 7

Sunderland vs Arsenal: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Sunderland vs Arsenal is going to be a fascinating clash on Gameweek 11 of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign when the two in-form clubs clash at the Stadium of Light on Saturday, 8 November.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 7

‘So rapid’: Federico Chiesa says Liverpool signing is now the fastest player at the club

Federico Chiesa has lauded Jeremie Frimpong and Dominik Szoboszlai’s remarkable pace. The former Juventus forward was responding to a series of fan-submitted Q&As in an interview with Sky Sports.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / November 7

Sunderland’s Champions League Chances: Can Sunderland Pull Off a Shock Qualification?

Sunderland in the Premier League this season has been one of the surprises of the campaign, and their consistency has seen them end Gameweek 10 in fourth position after a 1-1 draw with Everton at the Stadium of Light.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / November 7

Report: Man United have two options in mind for 25-year-old ace ahead of January window

Manchester United have decided that they will let Jadon Sancho leave the club permanently as soon as possible. The 25-year-old does not have a future at Old Trafford.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 7

Arne Slot admits Arsenal has been an exception this season

Liverpool will travel to Manchester City this weekend in the Premier League, and Arne Slot has reflected on the challenges teams face in away fixtures, highlighting Arsenal as an exception.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / November 7

Report: Man United preparing club-record move for Ballon d’Or 2025 nominee

Barcelona attacker Raphinha has been linked with a move away from the club, and Manchester United are keen on him. As per Fichajes, they are preparing an offer of around €120 million to sign the player at the end of the season.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 7

Chelsea have been 'tracking' defender 'for a while' as contract enters crucial stage

Chelsea are being linked with a move for Newcastle defender Sven Botman today by rumour site CaughtOffside. The Blues are always looking for talented players at the right back, and given this season’s struggles, could definitely use some help at centre back.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 7

Enzo Maresca asked whether he will repeat sneaky set piece trick tomorrow

The zeitgeist of this season in the Premier League has been the long throw, of all things. Teams from table topping Arsenal all the way down have adopted it with some success.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / November 7

Man United & Liverpool join four-way tussle for South American ace from Premier League club

Premier League giants could raid Wolverhampton Wanderers to sign their midfield mainstay Joao Gomes. Wolves are yet to win a game this season and find themselves at the bottom of the Premier League table.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 7

Boost for Arsenal as an important Sunderland man misses game

Sunderland have impressed since their promotion back to the Premier League at the start of this season. The Black Cats strengthened their squad with several key signings in the last transfer window and have quickly established themselves as one of the league’s most competitive teams.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 7

Report: Chelsea haven’t ruled out making shock major signing next summer

Chelsea have never completely ruled out re-signing Antonio Rudiger according to reports, with the defender out of contract at the end of the season. Rudiger left Chelsea on a free back in 2022 after making 203 appearances for the club and joined Spanish giants Real Madrid.