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Nuno Espirito Santo issues 'challenge' to West Ham players following Tomas Soucek comments

West Ham United manager Nuno Espirito Santo has issued a clear challenge to his players after the disappointing 3-2 defeat away to Chelsea last week. The Hammers were 2-0 up at Stamford Bridge before a late Chelsea comeback dealt them yet another poor result in this season of struggling to get out of the relegation zone.

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Rosenior has big challenge to get 'magnificent' favourite into Chelsea team

The embargoed sections of press conference are often pretty uninteresting, but when you’ve got someone as garrulous as Liam Rosenior behind the mic, you get some interesting stuff too.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / February 7

7th February – Five Memorable Celtic Moments on This Day

Five memorable Celtic moments, with a nod to the late Celtic Historian and Celtic Star legend David Potter, on this day starting in 1914… ONE – SATURDAY 7 FEBRUARY 1914 – Some 45,000 are crammed into Shawfield today to see the Scottish Cup tie between Clyde and Celtic.

AS Roma News / Football Italia / February 7

Four Roma players, including Dybala, must take pay cut to extend contract

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Roma’s financial goal is to reduce spending on wages to around 60% of revenues, so the Giallorossi need Paulo Dybala, Lorenzo Pellegrini, Zeki Celik and Stephan El Shaarawy to take pay cuts to extend their expiring contracts.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / February 7

Perhaps the most important piece at Manchester City seems fired up to continue

Earlier this week David Ornstein again reported on Sky Sports News that there was a strong chance that this season could be Pep Guardiola’s final season as the manager of Manchester City.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / February 7

Italian Media Highlight Change Inter Milan Roles As Switzerland Defender Enables Polish Teammate’s Lethality

Italian media are focusing on a key tactical shift at Inter ahead of the clash with Sassuolo, highlighting how role changes have boosted the impact of Piotr Zielinski.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / February 7

Sassuolo Vs Inter Milan – Cristian Chivu Ready To Deploy Ex Arsenal & Man Utd Midfielder In Serie A Showdown

Inter Milan coach Cristian Chivu is expected to restore several regular starters for Sunday’s Serie A trip to face Sassuolo, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan poised for a return to the starting line-up.

Crystal Palace News / SempreInter.com / February 7

Italy Winger Among The Best Creators In Europe After Sensational Season With Inter Milan

Federico Dimarco is not just enjoying the best season of his career with Inter Milan – he is also emerging as one of the most productive creators in European football.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 7

Mac Allister lifts lid on Slot meeting that changed everything

Liverpool have been given a rare glimpse into Arne Slot’s behind-the-scenes work after Alexis Mac Allister explained how a key meeting helped sharpen our focus during a difficult, injury-hit period.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / February 7

Fabrizio Ravanelli explains what Luciano Spalletti has brought to Juventus so far

Juventus has become a much stronger side since Luciano Spalletti took charge, with the manager giving the team a clear identity and instilling greater confidence in his players.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 7

Enzo’s special skill which could mean he matches Mount and Lampard with Chelsea record this season

The Athletic have honed in on Enzo Fernandez for their big Chelsea story this week, 3 years after his arrival at the club. It’s been a hectic time overall, but Enzo has come out of it pretty well.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 7

Joe Cole says Arsenal could win the EPL title this weekend

Joe Cole believes Manchester City simply cannot afford to lose to Liverpool this weekend, warning that defeat would effectively end the title race. City face a crucial test at Anfield, while Arsenal host Sunderland, with the Gunners widely expected to secure all three points at the Emirates.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / February 7

Inter Milan Ready To Pounce If Juventus Talks Fall Through With USA International

Inter Milan are keeping a close watch on the contract situation of Weston McKennie, ready to step in if renewal talks with Juventus fail to reach a positive conclusion.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / February 7

Key Juventus Duo Set for Late Fitness Test Ahead of Lazio Clash – The Probable Lineup

While they prepare to host Lazio on Sunday, Juventus are sweating over the conditions of Kenan Yildiz and Francisco Conceicao. The Turkish international complained of muscle fatigue last weekend in Parma, which prompted his half-time exit.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 7

'He gets it' – Lampard’s quotes on rising Chelsea star proved totally correct 3 years later

Chelsea rotate constantly at the moment, looking to keep vulnerable players away from injury, keep young players getting minutes and keep the main group as fresh as possible.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 7

Man City injury and fitness latest ahead of Liverpool clash

Liverpool face Man City at Anfield on Sunday knowing Pep Guardiola’s squad is not at full strength, with several key names either missing, short of minutes, or still being assessed close to kick-off.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 7

Sources: Newcastle lead race for 'exceptional' talent to replace Arsenal target Sandro Tonali

Newcastle United have attracted a lot of unwanted headlines this week regarding Sandro Tonali and transfer interest from Arsenal. After doing some further

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 7

'I like to play with' – Enzo Fernandez names team-mate he enjoys playing with the most

Enzo Fernandez has named the Chelsea player he enjoys playing with more than any other in Liam Rosenior’s squad. Fernandez has already scored 11 goals and registered four assists in 36 appearances this season, and has been nominated for January’s Player of the Month award.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 7

Arteta says returning Arsenal man offers something very different

Kai Havertz has been very productive for Arsenal since returning from injury, and the club are pleased to have him available again as the season reaches a crucial stage.

Lille News / Caught Offside / February 7

Sources: Barcelona 'privately' confident they could sign €55m Manchester United star

Manchester United are understood to be facing transfer interest in Lisandro Martinez from Barcelona, as first reported exclusively here for the Daily Briefing.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 7

Liverpool and City set for stalemate according to BBC prediction

Liverpool head into Sunday’s Premier League meeting with Manchester City knowing that even neutral observers are expecting another finely balanced contest at Anfield.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 7

Manchester United crucially have momentum over Spurs: Plausible XIs

Manchester United, sitting in 4th place with 41 points, are in excellent form under interim manager Michael Carrick. They’ve won their last three league games, including victories over Manchester City, Arsenal, and Fulham, remaining the only unbeaten Premier League side in 2026 so far.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 7

'We really wanted' – Liam Rosenior reveals why he played Liam Delap on the right wing vs Arsenal

Liam Rosenior has revealed he played Liam Delap on the right wing against Arsenal because he wanted to match their physicality. Delap arrived from Ipswich last summer after the Blues activated his £30m release clause after Ipswich got relegated.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 7

Liverpool favourite on the brink of matching a historic Premier League mark

James Milner is closing in on one of the Premier League’s most stubborn records, with the former Liverpool midfielder set to equal Gareth Barry’s all-time appearance mark if Brighton & Hove Albion use him against Crystal Palace on Sunday.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 7

Eden Hazard tells Chelsea they have the 'best player in the Premier League right now'

Chelsea legend Eden Hazard has named Moises Caicedo as one player he believes is currently underrated in world football. Caicedo joined Chelsea for a then British record of £115m from Brighton in 2023, and has established himself as one of the best midfielders in the league.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / February 7

Tottenham eye ‘incredible’ rival player to replace star stuck in a ‘negative spiral’

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford in the summer. The player has struggled to secure regular opportunities at Manchester City and needs to leave to play more often.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 6

'We apologise' Mikel Arteta responds to Chelsea coach

Mikel Arteta has issued an apology to Liam Rosenior following complaints that his team was not given sufficient privacy while preparing for their match against Arsenal.