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The ability to fight and scrap is beginning to define this Manchester City team

Manchester City didn’t have it all their own way in their 3-nil win over Crystal Palace on Sunday. At times, especially in the first half, Oliver Glasner’s side put City under pressure with their ability to get in behind the City defence.

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Real Betis outlast Rayo Vallecano assault in Vallecas

Having both picked up crucial wins on European duty on Thursday night, both Rayo and Betis came into their Monday night encounter weighing their heavy legs.

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 15

Mancini explains Roma-Como tension: ‘I had more respect at his age’

Gianluca Mancini explains what happened with Jacobo Ramon and Cesc Fabregas in that tense ending to Roma’s win over Como. ‘I had a lot more respect for older players.’ The Giallorossi were in need of a boost after back-to-back Serie A defeats to Napoli and Cagliari, both by 1-0 scorelines.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 15

West Ham & Brentford join Juventus in the race for young Serie A defender

Juventus reportedly have company in the race for Lecce defender Tiago Gabriel, who has attracted interest from the Premier League. The 20-year-old started his career at Sporting Club’s youth academy, and then had experiences at Setubal and Estrela Amadora, before arriving a Lecce last January for only €1.25 million.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 15

Peter Schmeichel warns about a title challenger Arsenal might overlook

Peter Schmeichel has expressed concern about Aston Villa’s growing momentum in the Premier League and believes they are a side Arsenal should not underestimate in the title race.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / December 15

Real Sociedad settle on replacement for Sergio Francisco

Real Sociedad decided to pull the trigger on Sergio Francisco on Sunday morning, following a damning defeat to Girona on Friday night. The club had appointed the former B-team coach to ease the transition out of the Imanol Alguacil era, but this was the second time that the team’s form had caused significant doubts.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 15

Richard Keys claims Mo Salah will leave Liverpool next year – but not for Saudi Pro League

Richard Keys has claimed that Mo Salah will leave Liverpool next summer, but his destination won’t be the Saudi Pro League. There’s been plenty of discourse

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 15

Serie A | Roma 1-0 Como: Wesley Franca revives Giallorossi

Wesley Franca got the only goal to set Roma back on track in Serie A and inflict the second consecutive defeat on Como, who lost Assane Diao to a new injury.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / December 15

Real Madrid and Barcelona centre-back target will cost €125m over duration of contract

Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck has become one of the most coveted central defenders in Europe off the back of his form and contract situation.

Soccer News / Sheff United Way / December 15

Sheffield United Announce Extension For Integral Dutch Midfielder

Sheffield United have secured a timely boost ahead of a demanding period of the campaign, with midfielder Jairo Riedewald committing his immediate future to the Blades after agreeing an extension to his current deal which sees him stay at Bramall Lane until the end of the season with an option to extend by a further year.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 15

Rampant Man United break Premier League record after what they did in first half vs Bournemouth

The 17 shots that Manchester United registered in the first half against Bournemouth this evening are the most of any side in the Premier League this season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 15

Should Hwang Hee-Chan have been sent off against Arsenal?

Wolves were aggressive and highly determined to secure a result in their match against Arsenal at the weekend, setting the tone for what proved to be one of the Gunners’ most demanding fixtures of the season so far.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 15

Alasdair Gold predicts the single reason why Thomas Frank could save his job

Tottenham fans are growing increasingly frustrated with the lack of progress under Thomas Frank this season. The Danish tactician has struggled to win over the supporters during his time at N17, with many match-going fans voicing their displeasure at his in-game management during certain fixtures.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 15

What Arsenal thinks about the international tussle for Mosquera

Cristhian Mosquera is currently being courted by Colombia to represent them at international level, creating an interesting situation around his future.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 15

Confirmed: Why Amorim has been forced to omit Red who’s ‘amazing every time he plays’ hours before Bournemouth clash

Manchester United failed to reach an agreement with the Moroccan Federation in order to allow Noussair Mazraoui to play tonight. Indeed, Ruben Amorim was

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Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / December 15

Tottenham look to tighten grip on Pedro Porro amid increasing interest from EPL Giants

Tottenham full-back Pedro Porro has taken significant strides since making the move to N17 in early 2023. The Spaniard became an instant starter under Ange Postecoglou, with the Australian tactician helping him take his game to the next level by encouraging him to push forward from wide areas.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / December 15

Inter Miami sign ex-Tottenham D Sergio Reguilon

Inter Miami announced the signing of former Tottenham Hotspur defender Sergio Reguilon on Monday. The 28-year-old Spanish international is under contract with the reigning MLS Cup champions through December 2027 with an option through December 2028.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 15

Injured Arsenal loanee returns to action for his loan club

Oleksandr Zinchenko is now back to full fitness and has begun rebuilding momentum after a challenging spell. He was named on the bench as Nottingham Forest defeated Tottenham 3 0 yesterday, while earlier in the week he completed the full 90 minutes in their Europa League match against Utrecht.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 15

Dejan Lovren mocks Jamie Carragher with brutal sarcastic dig over Mo Salah

Former Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren has taken a fresh swipe at club legend Jamie Carragher, following the pundit’s controversial comments about Mohamed Salah earlier this week.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 15

Thomas Frank explains controversial defensive substitutions in Tottenham’s defeat to Forest

Tottenham suffered their sixth Premier League defeat of the season when they faced Nottingham Forest on Sunday afternoon. The Lilywhites were largely the architects of their own downfall, allowing Sean Dyche’s men to claim all three points convincingly.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 15

New York Red Bulls appoint USMNT legend Michael Bradley as head coach

Michael Bradley, the former U. S. Men's National Team midfielder, will be the next head coach of Major League Soccer's New York Red Bulls.

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Southampton News / Caught Offside / December 15

Man United star wants to secure Old Trafford exit in January

Man United are hoping to make a signing or two in January, but they will almost certainly see a couple of players move on too. One of those is expected to be Kobbie Mainoo, who remains out of favour under Ruben Amorim.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / December 15

Tottenham make decision on Thomas Frank future following Nottingham Forest defeat

Thomas Frank has had a difficult start to life at Tottenham, made more so by Sunday’s dismal 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest. The former Brentford manager is under severe pressure in North London, as his side sit 11th in the Premier League standings.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 15

Gusto has the legs but not the technique to play in midfield – Maresca speaks about defender’s switch

Enzo Maresca’s explosive comments on Saturday came out of nowhere – and they actually came in the middle of an answer he was giving about Malo Gusto. The full back had a goal and an assist in the 2-0 win over Everton and deserved a little more coverage, so the media went back for another try today.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 15

'There’s pressure…' but does Tottenham’s board understand just who is to blame?

Spurs’ performances and results have been abysmal, but this isn’t a new thing. Ange Postecoglou oversaw some of the worst football in the club’s history.