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Data expert outlines uncomfortable Liverpool trend emerging

Liverpool’s position in the Premier League table tells only part of the story when the underlying numbers are taken into account. New analysis from BBC Football Data Analyst Chris Collinson offers a wider view of how teams are performing beneath the surface, using expected goals to predict how the season is likely to unfold.

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Inter Milan 1-0 Lecce – Prodigious Italy Striker Scores Winner Worthy Of A Scudetto

Inter Milan starlet Francesco Pio Esposito soaked up the limelight as the ‘Man of the Match’ in last night’s home triumph over Lecce. According to the Italian media via L’Interista, the 20-year-old’s late winner could have been worthy of a Scudetto.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 15

Aston Villa now prefer £54m striker over Tammy Abraham

Aston Villa have taken a decisive step towards signing Fiorentina star Moise Kean, identifying the prolific Italian striker as their preferred replacement for AS Roma-bound Donyell Malen, according to Calciomercato.

Sassuolo News / SempreInter.com / January 15

Report – Inter Milan Searching For New Right Wingback: New Midfielder Unlikely To Arrive Even If Italy Star Departs The Club

Inter Milan will reportedly not sign a new midfielder even if out-of-favor Davide Frattesi were to leave the club. According to Gianluca Di Marzio via FCInter1908, the Serie A leaders remain focused on adding a new wingback this winter.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 15

BBC numbers expose why VAR keeps letting Liverpool down

Liverpool have once again found ourselves caught up in the Premier League’s ongoing VAR conversation, with new figures quietly reinforcing a theme we know all too well.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 15

Arsenal turns down West Ham’s interest in their youngster

Arsenal remain adamant that Ethan Nwaneri will stay within their squad beyond the current transfer window, despite growing loan interest in the youngster from several clubs.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / January 15

Fiorentina Bringing Director Paratici Back to Serie A

Fiorentina have announced the arrival of Fabio Paratici as their new sporting director, but they’ll have to wait until the end of the January window. Tottenham want him to handle the transfer market before letting him out of his contract, Corriere Fiorentino reports.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 15

Juventus close to sealing an agreement with Barcelona academy product

Juventus are reportedly closing in on an agreement with Celta Vigo right-back Oscar Mingueza, although the timing of arrival remains uncertain. This season, the Bianconeri haven’t been satisfied with Joao Mario’s levels.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 15

Report – Inter Milan Put Dutch Veteran Up For Sale: Could Leave In The Last Week Of January Transfer Window

Serie A heavyweights Inter Milan have reportedly put fringe defender Stefan de Vrij on the chopping block. According to Tuttosport via FCInter1908, the veteran center-back could leave the club in the final week of the January transfer window.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / January 15

Inter Milan 1-0 Lecce – Experienced Serie A Referee Far From Flawless: Makes Several Erratic Calls

Serie A referee Fabio Maresca failed to impress in last night’s intense showdown between pacesetters Inter Milan and bottom-half Lecce. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the 44-year-old’s performance was far from flawless.

Real Madrid News / Caught Offside / January 15

Jurgen Klopp ready for stunning return to management with his eyes on one job

Jürgen Klopp is seriously considering a comeback to frontline management if Real Madrid make a concrete approach ahead of the 2026/27 season, according to trusted reporter Florian Plettenberg.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / January 15

'What were you thinking' – Neville pinpoints the moment it went wrong for Amorim at Man United

Manchester United legend Gary Neville thinks the recent draw at home to Wolves might have been one of the critical moments in Ruben Amorim’s reign. Amorim was sacked by Man Utd over a week ago now, and the Red Devils have brought in former player Michael Carrick as their interim manager until the end of the season.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 15

£20m midfielder who’s rejecting contract offers would be ‘absolutely perfect’ for Carrick, says former Red

Former Red Paul Parker has urged Manchester United to try and negotiate a deal for Ruben Neves this month. This comes after the midfielder entered the final five months of his terms with Al-Hilal, with reports suggesting he has rebuffed numerous contract offers amid a growing desire to return to Europe.

RB Leipzig News / To The Lane And Back / January 15

Tottenham contact £75m-rated Salah-esque winger in a ‘shock’ move

Tottenham Hotspur have had quite a lot of problems going forward this season. And this lack of output in front of goal has left Thomas Frank scratching his head as he looks to get his offensive sequences right going into the second half of the season.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 15

Gyokeres believes Arsenal defended well against Chelsea despite conceding twice

Although Arsenal conceded two goals against Chelsea in the League Cup semifinal, Viktor Gyokeres maintained that the team’s defensive performance remained solid overall.

RB Leipzig News / Caught Offside / January 15

Exit close: Tottenham star edging towards permanent transfer to Euro giants

Tottenham defender Radu Dragusin is now reportedly closing in on a potential permanent transfer to Bundesliga giants RB Leipzig. The Romania international has struggled to live up to expectations since joining Spurs, despite previously looking like a promising young talent during his time in Serie A.

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Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 15

Ben White says Arsenal dropped their level in the second half

Arsenal secured a 3-2 victory over Chelsea in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final, although the match was far from straightforward. The Gunners asserted control early and ended the first half in a strong position, appearing to have the contest firmly in their grasp.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 15

Manager aims thinly-veiled dig at United, says they’ve ‘improved’ on-loan Red with better coaching methods

Antonio Conte believes Napoli now have Rasmus Hojlund firing on all cylinders thanks to his coaching staff. Speaking ahead of Napoli’s clash with Parma last night, the seasoned manager said (via GOAL): “Rasmus is a player who has improved so much since he first arrived.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 15

Rio singles out INEOS signing he’s ‘honestly disappointed’ with – no wonder they’re considering a sale after 18 months

Rio Ferdinand has singled out Manuel Ugarte as one player he has yet to see the best of in a Manchester United shirt. The midfielder has been granted ample opportunities to showcase why United bought him, too, but is still failing to hit the level required.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 15

Defender could make January return to Arsenal but Gunners will struggle to accommodate him

Nottingham Forest are seriously considering terminating Oleksandr Zinchenko’s loan spell from Arsenal midway through the season, according to BBC Sport.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 15

Chelsea are fighting a flu outbreak at the club which could be bad news for Saturday

Chelsea are reportedly now fighting against a flu outbreak at the club which could end up being bad news for Saturday. The Blues face Brentford at home and are already pretty injury depleted with Malo Gusto, Cole Palmer, and Reece James all having to sit out the home game against Arsenal last night.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 15

Man City prepare January bid but it is expected to fall short of the £35m valuation

Manchester City are preparing to make a formal approach for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guéhi before the January window closes, according to TalkSPORT.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / January 14

Morocco survives semifinal shootout to clinch home AFCON final

Morocco beat Nigeria on penalties to seal its spot in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 14

Arsenal edge Chelsea in thrilling Carabao Cup semi-final first leg victory

Arsenal defeated Chelsea 3-2 in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final to put one foot in the competition’s final. The Gunners were determined to underline their desire to win the trophy and showed their intent from the opening moments of the match.

Liverpool FC News / Yardbarker / January 14

Self-assured Senegal eliminates Egypt, Salah from Africa Cup of Nations

Self-assured Senegal eliminates Egypt, Mohamed Salah from Africa Cup of Nations

Egypt is one of Africa's strongest teams, and Salah is one of Africa's strongest players, but incredibly, the two haven't managed to show much strength together.

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