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'I needed to play' - Chelsea star shares honest conversation he had with Liam Rosenior

'I needed to play' - Chelsea star shares honest conversation he had with Liam Rosenior

Joao Pedro recently shared the conversation he had with Liam Rosenior over fears of reduced game time under the new Chelsea head coach. It has been almost a month since Chelsea appointed Rosenior to succeed Enzo Maresca, whose surprise departure came days earlier in January.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 4
Mikel Arteta is happy with 'perfect' night against Chelsea

Mikel Arteta is happy with 'perfect' night against Chelsea

Arsenal secured a dramatic 1-0 victory against Chelsea in the second leg of the Carabao Cup semifinal last night, a result that booked their place in the final, but came after a demanding and tense encounter.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 4

Chelsea set up for major summer transfer spend after quiet January puts Blues into black

This is a syndicated version of this story, originally featured on the BBC Sport website. Chelsea’s January ended up being a quiet one – which was always what was expected, despite some tantalising and far-fetched rumours along the way.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / February 4

Pundit praises Juventus for remaining in all competitions

Despite an inconsistent start to the season, Juventus are still competing for three trophies and remains firmly in contention across all competitions. The Bianconeri have shown a clear upturn in form since Luciano Spalletti was appointed as manager, with his influence becoming increasingly evident in recent performances.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / February 4

Romagnoli Doubtful for Juventus Clash as Lazio Director Plays Peacemaker With Lotito

Lazio defender Alessio Romagnoli is only training partially ahead of Sunday’s big Serie A showdown against Juventus. The Italian centre-back is set for an awkward return to the pitch, having already saluted the travelling supporters in Lecce in what was supposed to be last match for the club before moving to Al-Sadd.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / February 4

Junior Adamu targets Celtic silverware and Austria call-up

Junior Adamu says he would be delighted if his season at Celtic ended with domestic silverware and an international call-up… The Austrian forward believes success on both fronts would cap a memorable few months in Scotland, though he maintains he is focused on his immediate duties rather than long-term goals.

Sampdoria News / Football Italia / February 4

Inter punished and fined €50,000 after Audero firework incident

Inter will have to pay a fine of €50,000 after one of their supporters threw a firework onto the pitch which struck Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero during

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 4
Chelsea’s summer transfer plans involved 3 new players coming in as well as 1 already signed

Chelsea’s summer transfer plans involved 3 new players coming in as well as 1 already signed

The Athletic have revealed Chelsea want to sign more new players in the summer within three different positions. Despite Chelsea recalling centre back

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 4
Three reasons big Chelsea should be very excited for Wolves game after dreadful defensive Arsenal showing

Three reasons big Chelsea should be very excited for Wolves game after dreadful defensive Arsenal showing

Chelsea’s setup against Arsenal last night has caused a bit of controversy. Despite trailing 3-2 from the first leg, the Blues set up defensively and didn’t bring on their attacking stars until later in the game.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / February 4

Vinai Venkatesham and Johan Lange slammed for letting ‘this’ Tottenham official ‘hang on’ until end of January

With Tottenham Hotspur without a Premier League win in 2026, and Thomas Frank’s future coming under intense scrutiny, fans may have expected the club to invest heavily in the January window.

AS Roma News / Football Espana / February 4

Barcelona and Arsenal scouting 20-year-old Belgian winger at Ajax

Barcelona have made a strong effort to pursue emerging young talents in the last couple of years under Director of Football Deco, and the latest name to be associated with the Blaugrana is Ajax winger Mika Godts.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 4

Capello analyses Milan’s 3-0 win over Bologna: ‘Foolish not to consider the Scudetto’

Fabio Capello has had his say on Milan’s recent 3-0 victory over Bologna in Serie A, and suggests that it would be ‘foolish’ for Massimiliano Allegri’s side to not think about a fight for the Scudetto with city rivals Inter this season.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 4

Official: Man Utd top target signs contract until June 2029

Manchester United missed out on the prospect of signing Ruben Neves on a free transfer in July, as he decided to extend his stay with Al-Hilal. The Premier

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / February 4

Inter Milan Vs Torino – Young Striker Pair To Lead The Line As France Superstar Continues To Falter

Inter Milan starlets Francesco Pio Esposito and Ange-Yoan Bonny will reportedly lead the line in tonight’s match against Torino. According to Corriere della Sera via FCInterNews, Marcus Thuram will start on the bench amid a rough patch.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 4
Report: Man United plot summer move for Premier League striker looking for a new club

Report: Man United plot summer move for Premier League striker looking for a new club

Manchester United could emerge as a surprise destination for Jean-Philippe Mateta this summer, with reports suggesting the Crystal Palace forward is now firmly on the Red Devils’ radar.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 4
Simon Johnson says he knows Chelsea’s immediate plan for Mamadou Sarr

Simon Johnson says he knows Chelsea’s immediate plan for Mamadou Sarr

The Athletic journalist Simon Johnson says he knows what Chelsea’s immediate plans for Mamadou Sarr is after recalling him from loan. The centre back returned from loan at Strasbourg, ending that early, to come in to Chelsea’s squad.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 4
'We didn’t create' – Rosenior favourite calls out team’s big weakness against Arsenal

'We didn’t create' – Rosenior favourite calls out team’s big weakness against Arsenal

Chelsea met with defeat against an all conquering Arsenal team last night, but one of their key players isn’t letting himself get disheartened. The big picture is still good for new manager Liam Rosenior, and that means it’s still good for Andrey Santos, who is basically something of a protege for the young coach.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 4
Paul Merson advises Tottenham to snap up free agent who has already played for 2 London clubs

Paul Merson advises Tottenham to snap up free agent who has already played for 2 London clubs

Tottenham Hotspur have struggled to produce positive results in the Premier League. They are winless in the league in 2026, and that speaks volumes about how poor Thomas Frank’s side have been.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 4
A tactical masterpiece from Arteta downs Chelsea

A tactical masterpiece from Arteta downs Chelsea

If anyone wanted to see Mikel Arteta at his very best, they only needed to watch last night’s victory. It was an evening that underlined how dramatically the balance of this fixture has shifted.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 4
There’s one very simple reason why Harvey Elliott didn’t make the move to MLS in January

There’s one very simple reason why Harvey Elliott didn’t make the move to MLS in January

Despite some reports linking him with a loan move to Major League Soccer (MLS) in January, Harvey Elliott seemingly had no interest in relocating across the Atlantic Ocean.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 4
Not Konate or Robertson: Journalist fearful that Liverpool first-teamer won’t extend his contract

Not Konate or Robertson: Journalist fearful that Liverpool first-teamer won’t extend his contract

Journalist David Lynch has said that he would be ‘surprised’ if Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones were to sign a new contract at Anfield. The 25-year-old

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 4
The Athletic reveal the true reason behind Chelsea’s decision not to sign a midfielder in January

The Athletic reveal the true reason behind Chelsea’s decision not to sign a midfielder in January

Chelsea opted against adding midfield depth in the January window because of the form of Andrey Santos and Romeo Lavia being close to a return according to The Athletic.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 4
Declan Rice admits Chelsea gave Arsenal problems

Declan Rice admits Chelsea gave Arsenal problems

Arsenal beat Chelsea in the second leg of their Carabao Cup semifinal at the Emirates last night, securing their place in the final thanks to a late goal from Kai Havertz.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 4
‘Unplayable’ Liverpool starlet made club history on the European stage on Tuesday

‘Unplayable’ Liverpool starlet made club history on the European stage on Tuesday

Liverpool academy starlet Joshua Abe made a piece of club history on Tuesday as the Reds’ under-19s unfortunately exited the UEFA Youth League. Despite

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 4
Liverpool willing to rival Man United & Real Madrid for £80m Premier League star

Liverpool willing to rival Man United & Real Madrid for £80m Premier League star

According to the Mirror, Liverpool will be a part of the transfer race to sign Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton in the summer. The Palace midfielder has several admirers after his impressive performances for the Premier League side.

Is it time for this Manchester City side to embrace the chaos and play to their strengths?

Is it time for this Manchester City side to embrace the chaos and play to their strengths?

As Manchester City have continued the rebuild of their squad after an era of dominance, a new group of players with a different set of strengths has been tasked with leading City into a new era.

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