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On December 20, at The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Liverpool recorded a much-needed 2-1 victory over Spurs, thanks to goals from Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike.

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Alexander Isak Injury Blow: David Ornstein Reveals Scans Set to Confirm Fears

Liverpool were in the midst of a terrible run of form, but appear to be turning a corner, with three wins in a row in all competitions, including a 2-1 victory against Tottenham.

Bayer Leverkusen News / The 4th Official / December 20

Wirtz Gets 8, Van Dijk With 7.5 | Liverpool Players Rated In Narrow Win Vs Tottenham Hotspur

Liverpool clashed heads with Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / December 20

Liverpool player ratings: Summer signings finally shine in hard-fought win vs Tottenham

Liverpool beat Tottenham 2-1 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday evening to continue their recent improved form with a third win in a row. The Reds admittedly had a bit of a gift from Spurs, however, who were reduced to ten men in the first half after a stupid and reckless challenge by Xavi Simons on Virgil van Dijk.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / December 20

How & Where to Watch Tottenham vs Liverpool? Live Streaming & TV Channels

One of the most anticipated matches of this Premier League weekend is Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool. Both teams are under pressure from their fanbases to get positive results after a poor start to the season.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / December 20

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Tottenham for December 20

Liverpool head to north London knowing this is not just another away trip, but a genuine test of whether recent progress means anything. The shift to a

Xabi Alonso News / Football Espana / December 19

‘It’s not up to me to evaluate my performance, nor is it the time’ – Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has told the media that it is not the time for his performance to be evaluated. The former Bayer Leverkusen manager again faced a number of questions about the club’s confidence in him, as he seeks a win against Sevilla knowing anything else could see his job security weaken again.

Mikel Arteta News / Caught Offside / December 19

Arsenal star faces extended spell on sidelines as Arteta gets another concerning update

Arsenal have been dealt another frustrating injury blow, with Kai Havertz set to remain sidelined until early to mid-January following a setback in his rehabilitation.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / December 18

Manchester City star wants January move to Girona

In the summer, Girona signed Manchester City defender Vitor Reis on loan, and now another player from the Premier League side could soon be heading to Montilivi.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / December 18

Madueke And Lewis-Skelly To Start | 4-3-3 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs Everton

Arsenal will lock horns with Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday as they look to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Gunners managed to secure a 2-1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers recently, which should keep them in good spirits ahead of this game.

Xabi Alonso News / Football Espana / December 17

Real Madrid star issues strong defence on Xabi Alonso – 'We don’t doubt our coach'

Real Madrid were victorious against Talavara on Wednesday, albeit it was a far from convincing performance. Two goals from Kylian Mbappe and an own goal ensured a 3-2 success, and while the result in the most important thing in the Copa del Rey, it may not have helped Xabi Alonso’s chances of remaining as manager.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 17

Former star pinpoints three signings Liverpool need to make urgently to bounce back

Liverpool have had a disappointing season by their standards so far. They were expected to challenge for the league title once again, but they are currently fighting for a place in the UEFA Champions League next season.

Xabi Alonso News / Football Espana / December 15

Real Madrid slammed over treatment of Xabi Alonso – 'He is left alone'

Xabi Alonso’s situation at Real Madrid continues to attract attention, with the 44-year-old at risk of being sacked just six months into his tenure at the Bernabeu.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 15

Sources: Man City & Man United monitoring Crystal Palace star but January move is unlikely

Crystal Palace defender Daniel Muñoz is fast emerging as one of the most sought-after players ahead of the winter transfer window, following a string of standout performances in the Premier League.

Unai Emery News / The 4th Official / December 14

Unai Emery Wants A New Deal For This 28-Year-Old Aston Villa Player: What Should The Lions Do?

According to journalist Pete O’Rourke, Unai Emery now wants Aston Villa to lock in Emiliano Buendia’s long-term future after the midfielder worked his way back into the side following his return from Bayer Leverkusen.

Xabi Alonso News / Football Espana / December 14

Spotify Camp Nou crowd mock Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso during Osasuna clash

Barcelona are in a good moment, as shown by winning their seventh La Liga match in a row against Osasuna. On the other hand, Real Madrid are struggling, which the Catalans’ supporters made known during Saturday evening’s fixture at the Spotify Camp Nou.

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Xabi Alonso News / Football Espana / December 13

Xabi Alonso dismissal would not affect planned exit for Real Madrid star

Real Madrid could sack Xabi Alonso as early as next week, amid concerns over the club’s poor start to the 2025-26 season. The former Galactico has struggled

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 13

Leading Liverpool target would prefer to join Real Madrid or Barcelona

Liverpool have stepped up efforts to sign a replacement for Mohamed Salah, with Michael Olise among their leading targets. The former Crystal Palace winger has been in sensational form since joining Bayern Munich in the summer of 2024, and he could now be set for a return to the Premier League.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / December 13

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Brighton for December 13

Liverpool return to Premier League action tomorrow with the pressure still very much on Arne Slot. A narrow win away to Inter Milan in midweek, settled by a Dominik Szoboszlai penalty, offered brief relief but did little to change the wider mood.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Total Apex Sports / December 11

Mohamed Salah Furious As Liverpool Name Florian Wirtz The Club’s Future

Florian Wirtz’s arrival at Liverpool has changed the club conversation overnight. What began as a marquee transfer designed to refresh Liverpool’s attack has become an accelerant for a very public spat between Mohamed Salah and the club hierarchy. The row is not simply about minutes or form.

Mohamed Salah News / HITC / December 11

Liverpool star identified as key factor behind Mohamed Salah’s anger episode

Mohamed Salah’s outburst last weekend has not gone unnoticed at Liverpool, and it has added more questions about what comes next for him at the club. While Liverpool are keen to avoid losing Salah over his remarks, there is no indication yet of how things will be resolved.

Xabi Alonso News / Extratime Talk / December 11

Real Madrid vs Man City 1-2: Real Madrid Form Continues To Increase Pressure on Xabi Alonso

The current Real Madrid form is worrying, as they lost to Manchester City at Santiago Bernabeu in a UEFA Champions League match, adding to the pressure already on their manager, Xabi Alonso.

Bayer Leverkusen News / The Cult of Calcio / December 8

Como Boss Fabregas to Wait for Big-Time Openings

Cesc Fabregas had the chance to succeed Simone Inzaghi on the Inter bench, but that ship has likely sailed for good, considering Christian Chivu’s satisfactory start.

Xabi Alonso News / Total Apex Sports / December 1

Real Madrid Calls Emergency Meeting Over Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid announced a shock internal escalation on December 1, 2025, with reports saying the club has scheduled an emergency meeting this Thursday to

Alexander Isak News / Athlon Sports / November 30

Alexander Isak Breaking Goal Drought Could Turn Around Liverpool’s Season

Liverpool desperately needed to make a statement victory after losing nine of 12 matches across all competitions. With head coach Arne Slot facing increasing pressure and questions over his team selections, the Reds absolutely had to leave London Stadium with three points in hand.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Extratime Talk / November 22

Bosnia World Cup Qualifiers: Bosnian Dreams Put On Hold For Now, But Future is Bright

Bosnia and Herzegovina had a draw against Austria on Tuesday, November 18, in a game they needed to win. The Bosnia World Cup journey took another major hit two days later, as they found out their playoff fate.