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Brentford vs Leeds Confirmed Lineups for December 14

These are the Brentford vs Leeds confirmed lineups for December 14 when the two sides meet in the Premier League. The Whites have found some success recently following a tactical switch to a back five, making the absolute most of their physicality.

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Video: Referee, VAR chaos in Serie A and World Cup farce

Football Italia’s transfer expert Alfredo Pedullà examines referee controversies from Torino-Cremonese and Parma-Lazio and criticises the reported proposal to reschedule a big game from Round 30 by just 45 minutes.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 14

Owen Hargreaves says win against Wolves was 'Massive' for Arsenal

Arsenal secured a hard-fought victory against Wolves in the Premier League, a result that was significant given the difficulties they faced in breaking down their opponents.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 14

Ref pundit: Pulisic’s goal should have stood, but Sassuolo deserved a penalty vs. Milan

DAN referee pundit Luca Marelli claims that Christian Pulisic’s goal for Milan against Sassuolo shouldn’t have been disallowed, but the Neroverdi deserved a penalty kick for a Strahinja Pavlović foul.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 14

La Liga confirm postponed fixture due to red weather warning

This weekend, there will be only nine matches played across La Liga, with Levante-Villarreal having been postponed. The fixture, which was due to be played on Sunday at 6.30pm CET, will now be played at a later date.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 14

Mauro lambasts costly summer buy: 'Not worthy of Juventus'

Former Juventus winger Massimo Mauro blasts his former employers for splashing the cash on Lois Openda last summer. The Bianconeri were determined to bring back Randal Kolo Muani, who spent six months on loan in Turin last season, but they failed to reach an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain, despite months of negotiations.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 14

Revealed: Why Robert Lewandowski did not play for Barcelona against Osasuna

Barcelona made it seven La Liga wins in a row against Osasuna, but they did so without calling upon Robert Lewandowski. For the second league match in a row, Hansi Flick did not give any minutes to the veteran striker, with Ferran Torres playing the 90 minutes at the Spotify Camp Nou.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 14

Allegri explains Pulisic’s substitution but ‘too easy’ for Sassuolo to score

Massimiliano Allegri insists he would have replaced Christian Pulisic even if Milan didn’t play in the Supercoppa next week, but feels it was ‘too easy’ for Sassuolo to score goals in a 2-2 draw.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 14

Arsenal gets very early advantage ahead of their game against Everton

Arsenal have been handed an early boost ahead of their Premier League trip to Everton, following a brief period to recover after their 2- 1 win against Wolves.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / December 14

Real Sociedad sack manager after five months following dismal La Liga form

Real Sociedad have become the third La Liga club this season to sack their manager, with Sergio Francisco having been dismissed from his position after only five months in charge at Anoeta.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 14

Napoli think positive and demand ‘more determination’ from Lucca

Napoli director Giovanni Manna insists they must remain ‘positive’ during an injury crisis after Champions League setbacks, but demands ‘more determination’ from Lorenzo Lucca.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 14

Gasperini: ‘Roma have right ingredients’ including Dybala and Ndicka updates

Gian Piero Gasperini confirms Roma will have Evan Ndicka and potentially Paulo Dybala starting against Como on Monday. ‘We have all the ingredients to do well.’ It kicks off at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday at 19.45 GMT.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / December 14

Predicted XIs Alaves-Real Madrid: Xabi Alonso to give debut to teenage defender

Real Madrid return to La Liga action on Sunday with a trip to Mendizorroza, where they will take on Alaves. It starts a crucial week in Xabi Alonso’s tenure as manager, which could come to an end if Los Blancos fail to return to winning ways.

Crystal Palace News / Esteemed Kompany / December 14

Manchester City have suffered a huge injury blow ahead of clash with Crystal Palace

Manchester City will need to be at their best to beat Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park today. Pep Guardiola’s side knows that beating Oliver Glasner’s side is no easy task given how well Palace have performed this season.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 14

Inter Milan Task Brazil Winger To Mark Transfer Target Against Genoa As Nerazzurri Starlets Battle To Partner Lautaro

Inter Milan face Genoa this afternoon with several selection questions to resolve, as the club task Luis Henrique with marking potential transfer target Brooke Norton-Cuffy.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 14

Inter Milan Send Scout To Watch Highly-Rated Italian Starlet Wanted By Napoli & Juventus

Inter Milan were in Bergamo on Tuesday evening to monitor Marco Palestra, the highly-rated right-back currently playing for Cagliari but owned by Atalanta, also a target of Napoli and Juventus.

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Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 14

Opinion: Spalletti risks replicating costly Napoli mistake against Bologna

Just one week removed from his first defeat as Juventus head coach, Luciano Spalletti could walk himself into a familiar trap. On his return to the Stadio Maradona last week, the 66-year-old’s men were heavily outplayed by an injury-ravaged Napoli side that prevailed by two goals to one; a scoreline that flattered the disappointing Old Lady.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 14