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Real Madrid vs Benfica: Predicted Lineup for Champions League Playoff Clash

It's been three weeks since that famous night in Lisbon, a result that saw Real Madrid crash into the playoffs. They face Benfica again with the first leg on February 17 on the road.

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'Needs to smell the locker room again' – Jurgen Klopp’s agent drops big managerial return hint

The agent of Jurgen Klopp, Marc Kosicke, has sensationally revealed that both Manchester United and Chelsea made enquiries to appoint the German as their manager following his departure from Liverpool.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 16

Arteta says we might see Saka in a different position

Bukayo Saka was not initially expected to start Arsenal’s FA Cup fixture against Wigan, but he was drafted into the team late. While there was the option for him to replace Noni Madueke, Mikel Arteta opted to retain Madueke in his usual role, allowing both players to feature.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / February 16

Saka set to miss out on Arsenal captaincy as insider names likely successor if Odegaard leaves

Arsenal are reportedly in talks with club captain Martin Odegaard regarding his long-term future, with growing indications that the Norwegian midfielder could leave the Emirates to explore new opportunities this summer.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / February 16

Italian Journalist Expects Serie A Strugglers to Hire Maurizio Sarri Next Summer

Italian journalist Paolo Paganini explains why he thinks Lazio head coach Maurizio Sarri will end up at Fiorentina next season. The 67-year-old has only just returned to the Biancocelesti last summer, signing a three-year contract.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / February 16

Transcript: Álvaro Arbeloa Ahead Of Real Madrid vs Benfica

Real Madrid are back in Lisbon to face Benfica again, just three weeks after their loss in the league phase of the Champions League. They now face each other in the playoff stage, with the first leg at the Estádio da Luz.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 16

Jesus reacts to finally playing a full game for Arsenal

Gabriel Jesus played his first full match for Arsenal since returning from a long-term injury and expressed clear delight at reaching this milestone. The Brazilian striker was sidelined for 11 months during 2025, a lengthy absence that also prevented Arsenal from selling him last summer, particularly as they moved to sign Viktor Gyokeres.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / February 16

Lautaro Martinez admitted to Kalulu: 'It wasn’t a yellow card'

Inter captain Lautaro Martinez gave a fair assessment regarding the incident involving his teammate Alessandro Bastoni and Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 16

Serie A | Cagliari 0-2 Lecce: Huge 3 points in Serie A relegation battle

Lecce picked up a massively important 2-0 victory away against Cagliari in Serie A on Monday evening, which has lifted them out of the relegation zone

Sheffield United Blades News / Sheff United Way / February 16

Sheffield United’s First Fan Advisory Board Forum

The big event at Bramall Lane this week is, of course, the Steel City Derby. But, before Sunday, there is this Thursday’s first ever Fan’s Advisory Board Forum.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / February 16

Celtic Release Ten Best Last Minute Winners Video

Winning football matches in the last minute is always thrilling for fans and can leave a team so buoyant that their subsequent performances are boosted.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 16

Eduardo Camavinga – ‘I can be Real Madrid’s organising midfielder’

Eduardo Camavinga has stated that Real Madrid do not need to sign an organising midfielder this summer with him in the squad. Perhaps more than any other position in the Real Madrid squad, the heir to Toni Kroos and Luka Modric in the squad has been the most discussed.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 16

‘Liverpool are watching’ – Reliable journalist says Reds are ‘definitely’ eyeing £87m roadrunner

A reliable journalist has claimed that Liverpool are ‘keeping an eye on’ highly-rated RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande. The 19-year-old has been strongly

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 16

Chelsea favourite’s feelings clear on 'brilliantly Brazilian' defender as rumours return

Nottingham Forest central defender Murillo has been linked with Chelsea, and quotes from Joe Cole make his feelings clear. Chelsea are once again being connected with interest in Nottingham Forest’s Brazilian central defender Murillo, and one person who would definitely be in favour of that is Joe Cole.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 16

Arsenal encouraged to reignite their interest in Spanish attacker

Nico Williams has been one of the most sought-after players over the past two summers, with Arsenal competing to secure his signature. Barcelona appeared to be the primary obstacle, largely due to his friendship with Lamine Yamal, and it seemed the Catalan side had won the race.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 16

Exclusive says 34 G/A striker could return to Chelsea first team after loan failure

The Times have just dropped a rather interesting exclusive about Nicolas Jackson, just when we least expected it. They say that Bayern Munich, who have the striker on loan, are “unlikely” to make the deal permanent.

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Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 16

Tottenham target Mauricio Pochettino sets clear transfer demands amid permanent role talks – report

Tottenham’s managerial pursuit of Mauricio Pochettino has hit a significant roadblock, as reports from Spain suggest the former Spurs boss is holding out for a dream move to Real Madrid.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 16

Liverpool drawn against familiar foes in FA Cup fifth round as curious double header awaits

Liverpool have been drawn to face Wolves at Molineux in the fifth round of the 2025/26 FA Cup. The Reds have already gone one step further in the competition this year than last, having breezed into the last 16 following their 3-0 victory at home to Brighton on Saturday night, a game which’ll be remembered for a majestic Dominik Szoboszlai goal.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 16

Will Igor Tudor create that vital ‘new manager bounce’ at Tottenham?

Igor Tudor has a realistic chance of keeping Tottenham Hotspur from being relegated, though it’s far from guaranteed, given the current situation. As of mid-February 2026, Spurs are in serious trouble in the Premier League.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 16

Manchester United eye controversial swoop for Liverpool star linked with surprise summer exit

Manchester United are plotting a surprise raid on Liverpool star Alexis Mac Allister, as per the latest reports from The Mirror. In what would be one of

Brentford FC News / Extratime Talk / February 16

Noni Madueke’s Form Driving Arsenal’s Attack Forward

Noni Madueke‘s form has quickly become one of the most important storylines surrounding Arsenal FC this week. At a stage of the season where momentum defines title races and cup runs, the winger’s sharpness in the final third has offered both production and unpredictability.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / February 16

Wolves vs Arsenal: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups and Team News

The Wolves vs Arsenal clash is going to be a thrilling one because of the sheer impact the result can have on the 2025/26 Premier League title race as the two sides clash at the Molineux Stadium on Wednesday evening.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 16

Trouble for Nwaneri as the Marseille off-field situation deteriorates

Ethan Nwaneri may now be reflecting on whether remaining at Arsenal until the end of the season would have been the better course, which had initially been the plan agreed between the player and the club.

Real Sociedad News / Extratime Talk / February 16

Arsenal Win at FA Cup Has a Fringe Player Impressing With His Performance

A big Arsenal win against Wigan Athletic on Sunday, February 15, at the Emirates Stadium paved the way for their qualification to the fifth round of the competition.

Leeds United News / To The Lane And Back / February 16

Leeds United join Tottenham in the race for 23-year-old Championship star loved by Michael Carrick

Tottenham Hotspur failed to address several glaring issues within the squad during the January transfer window. They did bring in Conor Gallagher and Souza, but those acquisitions have been widely considered insufficient for a squad that has been beset by injuries.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 16

Report: FSG identify ‘ideal Salah heir’ for Liverpool, but there’s one critical snag

Liverpool chiefs have reportedly identified their ‘ideal’ long-term successor to Mo Salah at Anfield, but any efforts to entice him to the club could prove rather complicated.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 16

Man City and Bayern enter race for 24-year-old Tottenham striking target giving Haaland a run for money in EPL

Tottenham Hotspur have been looking to bring in a striker for some time now, given that it’s been years since Harry Kane left for Bayern Munich, but his void upfront has not been filled at Hotspur Way.