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Micah Richards believes the title race is now firmly back on

Micah Richards believes the Premier League title race is now firmly alive following Manchester City’s victory over Liverpool. Winning at Anfield is a rare achievement for City, which is why Arsenal supporters and players had expected Liverpool to take at least a point from the fixture.

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A January signing for Manchester City has quickly grown into life in the City system

Marc Guehi has quickly adapted to life at Manchester City since signing for the club from Crystal Palace during the January transfer window. Guehi has only made three appearances for City since arriving at the club.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / February 9

Greg Taylor admits regret at Celtic exit

Former Celtic defender Greg Taylor has admitted regret at the way that he left the club. The Scotland International departed quietly at the end of last season after weeks of speculation about his future.

AS Roma News / Football Italia / February 9

Cagliari: ‘Semih Kilicsoy can be worth €40m, we’d be crazy not to buy him’

Cagliari director Guido Angelozzi reveals how they got to secure the Semih Kilicsoy bargain from Besiktas, noting they’d be ‘crazy not to’ buy him. ‘He can be worth €40m.’ The Sardinians are in action at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome this evening for their Serie A Week 24 fixture against Roma.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / February 9

Juventus legend slams Elkann: 'I miss Andrea Agnelli, now they’re all French

Former Juventus midfielder Marco Tardelli is not a fan of the club’s current direction under the tutelage of John Elkann. As the bona fide leader of the Agnelli family, the Italian businessman is the majority owner of the Turin-based club.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 9

Montella: ‘Kenan Yildiz has some similarities’ with hero Del Piero

Turkiye coach Vincenzo Montella visited the Juventus training camp today and assured Kenan Yildiz ‘has immense potential and some similarities’ to Alessandro Del Piero.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / February 9

‘World-class’ manager makes major Tottenham admission as Thomas Frank faces potential sacking

Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has reignited speculation regarding a sensational return to North London, claiming that the club “needs to be” fighting for the Premier League and Champions League.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 9

Massara: ‘Roma definitive decisions on new contracts, Totti and what is best for club’

Roma director Ricky Massara admits it is time for ‘definitive’ decisions on new contracts for Paulo Dybala and others, while Francesco Totti is again present.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / February 9

Manchester City look to have a squad capable of going deep in the UEFA Champions League

Manchester City earned a crucial top-eight finish in the UEFA Champions League league phase table. Their 2-0 win over Galatasaray on the final matchday, coupled with Real Madrid’s defeat at the hands of Benfica, confirmed City’s top-eight finish.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 9

Man Utd joins Arsenal in the race for Premier League star

Arsenal remain interested in signing Sandro Tonali after failing to secure his arrival during the January transfer window, but they now face increased competition for his signature.

CF Montreal acquire F Noah Streit from FC Basel 1893

Forward Noah Streit of the Swiss Super League club FC Basel 1893 joined CF Montreal via transfer on Monday. The 20-year-old native of Biel, Switzerland, signed a contract through the 2028-29 season with an option for the 2029-30 season.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 9

Liverpool title defence comparison supporters need to remember

Liverpool’s recent form has prompted familiar questions about standards, decline, and whether this season represents an unprecedented collapse for a reigning champion.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 9

Journalist claims 'the real damage' done to Wolves did not come from Cole Palmer

Cole Palmer will get all the praise for his superb hattrick against Wolves on Saturday, but there were a number of Blues who did well. Striker Joao Pedro didn’t keep up his scoring streak, but played well once again leading the line.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / February 9

'If the opportunity arises' – Liverpool star’s father fuels exit speculations with latest comment

Liverpool star Alexis Mac Allister’s future at the club has once again become the topic of discussion after the latest comments from his father. Despite

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 9

Two Chelsea players in team of the week sends very promising message about this part of Blues’ game

Chelsea kept up their winning form with a victory over Wolves at the weekend. That meant they also kept up their run of getting players into the WhoScored team of the week for the top rated statistical players in the division for this week.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / February 9

CF Montreal acquire M Wiki Carmona from Red Bulls

CF Montreal acquired midfielder Wiki Carmona from the New York Red Bulls on Monday in exchange for defender Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty. Carmona, 22, of Venezuela, spent the past five seasons with the Red Bulls, contributing six goals and six assists in 118 matches across all competitions.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 9

Chelsea player who is under fire from fans actually had a role in all 3 goals claims journalist

A viral clip of Pedro Neto not passing to Cole Palmer on Saturday has gone a little viral in Chelsea circles, illustrating the frustration that many Blues fans feel towards him.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 9

Neville expects Man City to put Arsenal under further pressure this week

Gary Neville believes Manchester City will apply significant pressure on Arsenal in midweek, with City hosting Fulham before the Gunners travel to face Brentford the following day.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 9

Tottenham dealt fresh injury blow as ‘outstanding’ star ruled out for over a month

Tottenham Hotspur’s difficult season has taken another turn for the worse as head coach Thomas Frank confirmed that defender Destiny Udogie is set for a significant spell on the sidelines.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 9

Just in: ‘Frightening’ Man Utd star available for West Ham despite weekend scare

Manchester United have received a major boost ahead of Tuesday’s game against West Ham United, as Bryan Mbeumo is available for selection. After making the £67 million move in the summer, the Cameroonian immediately established himself as a fan favourite at Old Trafford.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 9

‘I actually thought…’ – Wayne Rooney compliments Liverpool despite growing ‘pressure’ on Slot

Wayne Rooney has praised Liverpool’s performance on Sunday despite losing to Manchester City, but warned that the result heaps added ‘pressure’ on Arne Slot.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 9

Would a ‘Poch back to Spurs’ move make sense without a huge budget?

Mauricio Pochettino is still the head coach of the United States men’s national team. He took the job in September 2024, with his contract running through the end of the 2026 FIFA World Cup (hosted in the US, Canada, and Mexico), expected to conclude around July/August 2026.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / February 9

West Ham United vs Manchester United: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups and Team News

The West Ham United vs Manchester United clash is going to be a highly anticipated match of gameweek 26 of the 2025/26 Premier League, as the Red Devils aim to make it five wins in a row in the Premier League when they face off against the relegation-threatened Hammers on Tuesday night.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 9

Rooney insists Arsenal must focus on themselves after Man City win

Wayne Rooney has stressed the importance of Arsenal concentrating on their own performances after Liverpool failed to take points from Manchester City yesterday.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 9

‘A seriously good footballer’: Lineker wowed by Man Utd ace who just ‘makes it look so easy’

Gary Lineker singled out Kobbie Mainoo for his tremendous showing in Manchester United’s win over Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday. The midfield starlet retained his place for the fourth successive game under Michael Carrick, meaning he has now started every match since the interim manager took the reins.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 9

Tottenham predicted lineup to play Newcastle United as Spurs begin run of games without Cristian Romero

Tuesday night football returns to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, as Tottenham Hotspur take on Newcastle United in a crucial Premier League encounter. Spurs head into this fixture on the back of a 2-0 away defeat to Manchester United.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 9

Haaland and Guardiola both had sympathy for Liverpool after incident which angered Gary Neville

Erling Haaland and Pep Guardiola both expressed sympathy with Dominik Szoboszlai after the Liverpool midfielder’s red card against Manchester City on Sunday.