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Bruno Fernandes’ Goals and Assists Highlights Why He Deserves Far More at Manchester United

Seven years at Old Trafford, over 100 goals and more than 90 assists (and still counting) in all competitions, yet only the FA Cup and EFL Cup are tied to his name in the trophy cabinet.

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Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool is going to be the marquee clash for Matchday 17 of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign as the desperate North London side look to get back to winning ways against a reinvigorated Liverpool side in what should be a highly entertaining match at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, December 20.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 19

Enzo Maresca explains how he’s improved his wingers with coaching

Pedro Neto and Alejandro Garnacho have made themselves Enzo Maresca’s first choice wingers this season, and they’re both starting to deliver in terms of goals and assists.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 19

Newcastle United vs Chelsea: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Newcastle United vs Chelsea will kick off Matchday 17 of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign as the Magpies look to desperately get back to winning ways when they face a reinvigorated Chelsea side on Saturday, December 20.

Real Betis News / Extratime Talk / December 19

Croatia’s Golden Generation: The Strongest National Team They Have Ever Produced

For a small country that only gained its independence in 1991, and its national FA (HNS) was not even admitted into FIFA until the following summer, Croatia have a fairly rich and successful short history.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 19

Alejandro Garnacho Brace Shows Quality for Blues 3-1 Win in Cardiff City vs Chelsea Carabao Cup Quarter-Final

An Alejandro Garnacho brace helped Enzo Maresca’s men win the Carabao Cup quarter-final, Cardiff City vs Chelsea 3-1 on Tuesday, December 16. The Royal Blues conceded first, but then got their act together to score thrice in the second half to march towards a victory.

Torino News / Football Italia / December 19

Exclusive: Juventus and Inter talents attract interest from Avellino

Juve NextGen defender Pedro Felipe and Inter-owned Giacomo Stabile are among Avellino’s targets in the January transfer window. Serie B side Avellino must decide whether to sign one or two young central defenders next month.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 19

Guardiola continues to play mind games with Arsenal in the title race

Manchester City are currently only two points behind Arsenal in the Premier League table, and they could overtake the Gunners this weekend. Should Everton manage to defeat Arsenal and Manchester City secure a victory against West Ham, the Citizens would move to the top of the table.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 19

'Probably' – Maresca surprises journalists with update on injured star

Enzo Maresca has just taken his press conference ahead of Chelsea’s game against Newcastle tomorrow, and as always he started with some team news: “We are good, yeah.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 19

A Locatelli-Hojbjerg swap deal is not convincing to Marseille

Juventus is keen to make Pierre Emile-Højbjerg one of their players during the January transfer window, as their manager is understood to admire the Dane.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / December 19

Lazio’s Emergency Could Worsen as Two Players Struggling With Flu

Maurizio Sarri’s squad has already been pared down to the bones ahead of Saturday’s contest against Cremonese, and the Lazio boss has been given two fresh concerns, as Alessio Romagnoli and Tijjani Noslin are enduring bouts of flu.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 19

Ornstein confirms 'money available' as Tottenham chase 'world-class' player in January

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth, and they could look to make a move for him in January. David Ornstein has confirmed that the North London club will have money available to improve the team, and they like the 25-year-old African.

Enzo Maresca News / Chelsea News / December 19

Chelsea’s transfer situation around 22 year old created Maresca anger claims top Sky pundit

The storm around Enzo Maresca’s comments in his press conference continues, with Jamie Carragher’s comments on Monday Night Football this week bringing plenty of extra interest.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 19

Atletico Madrid make Tottenham target a priority signing as forward available for €30m

Tottenham are looking to strengthen their squad in the upcoming January transfer window as the club aims to turn its Premier League fortunes around under Thomas Frank.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 19

All eyes will be specifically on Tottenham’s 1.25 goals per game star in tomorrow’s Liverpool clash

Tottenham’s Vicario, largely down to his own inconsistencies, is going through a rough patch. The most notable dramas occurred in recent Premier League

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Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 19

Which Tottenham players will play at AFCON and how many games they could miss?

African football’s finest teams and brightest stars will take centre stage in Morocco when the continent’s No.1 showpiece event, the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), kicks off on Sunday.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 19

Arsenal is facing a serious battle to sign talented youngster

Christos Mouzakitis is widely regarded as one of the finest talents Greece has produced in recent years, and the 18-year-old is expected to enjoy a strong career over the long term.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 19

Aston Villa eye move for Tottenham star as Unai Emery plots attacking reinforcements

Aston Villa are carefully assessing the possibility of a January move for Tottenham Hotspur forward Brennan Johnson, with the Welsh international emerging as a potential target as Unai Emery looks to strengthen his attacking options.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 19

Journalist reveals real reason why Mainoo is not a Man Utd starter under Amorim

Manchester United youngster Kobbie Mainoo is still waiting for his first Premier League start since the start of the season, as Ruben Amorim has been opting for other options in midfield.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 19

AC Milan waiting to see how much game time Arsenal give Jesus

Gabriel Jesus has remained on AC Milan’s radar for a considerable period, and the Italian club continue to monitor his situation closely as they assess potential attacking reinforcements, according to Tupi.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 19

Man United on alert as midfielder rejects new contract at his club

Manchester United are targeting a move for a midfielder and they have received a major boost in their pursuit of Ruben Neves of Al-Hilal. Neves could be

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 19

10 words from Portsmouth boss Mousinho, that Spurs boss Frank might be well guided by

Spurs sit 11th in the Premier League with inconsistent results—winning only six of their 16 league games under him, including just one in their last seven and a heavy 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 19

Man Utd ‘Cult figure’ to earn first start of the season as double injury blow confirmed

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim could hand Lisandro Martinez his maiden start since recovering from his ACL tear. The Red Devils have a difficult fixture to negotiate on Sunday, as they’ll be hosted by Aston Villa.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 19

Man United set to complete £26m transfer which could instigate midfield revamp

Manchester United have been told that Marcus Rashford is now very likely to seal a permanent transfer to Barcelona. The Englishman is a Man Utd youth product who became one of the club’s most influential players in recent years.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 19

Report: Chelsea have €8m offer rejected for Arsenal target

Chelsea have had an offer of €8m rejected for St Etienne striker Djylian N’Guessan according to reports in France. The Blues heavily invested again over the summer, and made five attacking signings as they totally revamped the frontline.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 19

Report: Veteran defender linked with shock return to Chelsea

A remarkable return to Stamford Bridge may not be entirely off the table, with reports suggesting that Thiago Silva could be considering a comeback to Chelsea as he plots the final chapter of his illustrious career.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 19

One January move from Manchester City may lead to another

Looking at the Manchester City squad it would appear that signing a goalscoring winger would be of great benefit to Pep Guardiola’s squad. Jeremy Doku has been superb this season but he is more of a creator of chances rather than a consistent goal threat.