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Enzo Maresca’s Cryptic Comments Spark Confusion After Chelsea vs Everton 2-0 Win

With a 2-0 win in the Chelsea vs Everton Premier League clash on Saturday, December 13, the Blues have ended a four-game winless run, and moved back into the top four in the Premier League table.

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Inter Milan Duo Race Against Clock To Be Fit for Supercoppa Italiana

Denzel Dumfries hasn’t played since early November, while Matteo Darmian has been managing his own setback. Sunday’s trip to Genoa looks too soon for either player, but both are targeting next week’s Supercoppa Italiana preparations—and they’re pushing hard to make it happen.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / December 13

Galatasaray line up blockbuster move for Real Madrid stalwart

Real Madrid will be busy next summer, with plans for both arrivals and departures to take place at the Bernabeu. In terms of exits, the most high-profile could be Antonio Rudiger, whose contract runs out at the end of the season.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 13

Celtic v St Mirren: team news, referee details, KO time & where to watch

Celtic face St Mirren in the Premier Sports Cup Final on Sunday. The Scottish Champions beat Rangers to secure their place in the showpiece final while Stephen Robinson’s Paisley outfit thrashed Motherwell the night before.

Soccer News / The Laziali / December 13

Watch: Noslin Stuns the Tardini as 9-Man Lazio Prevail Over Parma – The Highlights

The official Serie A YouTube channel uploaded the highlights of what went down as an instant classic between Parma and Lazio. The Biancocelesti had the first chance of the match, when Matteo Cancellieri tested Edoardo Corvi from an acute angle.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 13

Serie A | Atalanta 2-1 Cagliari: Scamacca double makes ideal Dea week

Gianluca Scamacca struck twice around a temporary Gianluca Gaetano equaliser, as Atalanta squeezed to victory over Cagliari to complete an ideal week. La Dea were fresh from a Champions League victory over Chelsea, yet had just one Serie A win in the last 10 rounds, so needed to catch up.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 13

Why Juventus has fallen in love with Palestra

Marco Palestra is making it increasingly difficult for Juventus to overlook him as he continues to impress on loan at Cagliari from Atalanta. The 20-year-old right back has established himself as one of the finest players in his position in Serie A this season, drawing attention from several of the league’s top clubs.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 13

'I don’t care' – Hansi Flick reacts to Xabi Alonso speculation at Real Madrid

Barcelona continued their excellent La Liga form on Saturday with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Osasuna at the Spotify Camp Nou, with both goals coming from Raphinha.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / December 13

PSG May Pull Off €60M Move for Chelsea, Dortmund Target

) According to reports from Sport Bild (h/t Foot01), the Ligue 1 club are planning to try to sign the German winger from FC Cologne next summer. PSG are

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 13

Cristian Chivu Considers Resting Italy Wing-Back For Inter Milan Trip To Genoa As Starlets Battle To Partner Lautaro

Cristian Chivu is considering further rotation ahead of Inter Milan’s Serie A trip to Genoa, with Federico Dimarco among the players who could be given a rest at the Ferraris.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 13

Premier League Sirens For Inter Milan Wing-Back As Nerazzurri Plot Move For Brentford Defender

While Inter Milan continue to await clarity on Denzel Dumfries return from the ankle problem that has troubled him for weeks, the Dutch wing-back remains firmly at the centre of growing transfer speculation.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 13

Sarri jokes next time Lazio should ‘just start with 10 men’ after heroic victory

Maurizio Sarri joked Lazio might just ‘start with 10 men’ next time after beating Parma with two players sent off. ‘We won with 8 against 10 once…’ The Aquile had a very poor away record, so things weren’t looking good for them when Mattia Zaccagni was shown a straight red card for his mistimed lunge on Nahuel Estevez just before half-time.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 13

Chelsea now up to 6 clean sheets in 7 unbeaten games when they use this combination

Chelsea beat Everton 2-0 at Stamford Bridge this afternoon, and while the Blues scored twice, it was really all about the defence. Once the lead was secured, the Blues sat deep to control the game, and they relied on their central defensive partnership to get the job done.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 13

Why Fabrizio Romano just Tweeted about Reece James after full back helps Chelsea to win

Chelsea beat Everton 2-0 today, and among the stats from the game was the interesting fact that this was the first time that Reece James had completed 90 minutes for Chelsea 3 times in a row since 2023.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / December 13

Report: Galaxy finalizing deal for Union's Jakob Glesnes

The Los Angeles Galaxy are close to acquiring former Major League Soccer Defender of the Year Jakob Glesnes from the Philadelphia Union, The Athletic reported Saturday.

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Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 13

What Hugo Ekitike said about Mo Salah after Liverpool win will make Reds fans adore him even more

Hugo Ekitike was Liverpool’s two-goal hero against Brighton on Saturday afternoon, and he modestly sought to heap glowing praise on the other man who’s set to dominate tonight’s headlines.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 13

William Gallas predicts his Premier League top four

William Gallas has shared his prediction for the Premier League top-four at the end of this season, and he appears to back Arsenal’s ambitions. The Gunners are determined to end nearly two decades without a league title, aiming to become champions of England for the first time since 2004.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 13

92% pass completion: Chris Sutton lauds Liverpool hero who had a ‘really big game’ v Brighton

Chris Sutton heaped praise on one Liverpool player who enjoyed a ‘really big game’ for the Reds as they defeated Brighton 2-0 at Anfield on Saturday. The

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 13

AC Milan turns attention to Arsenal man to solve key problem

AC Milan have added Gabriel Jesus to their shopping list as they look to strengthen their squad and establish one of the strongest teams in Italy, according to Football Italia.

Fire transfer M Brian Gutierrez to CD Guadalajara

The Fire transferred Chicago native and homegrown midfielder Brian Gutierrez to Club Deportivo Guadalajara for what the MLS club called a "multi-million-dollar transfer fee." The Athletic pegged the deal at $5 million.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 13

From Italy: Roma ready to sign Zirzkee on one condition as Man Utd name their price

Roma remain adamant about recruiting Joshua Zirkzee in January, but the deal largely hinges on the conditions set by Manchester United. The Netherlands international has been relegated to the bench this season following the arrivals of Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and, most importantly, Benjamin Sesko.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 13

Man United win race to sign defender after he was rejected by Arsenal and Spurs

Manchester United have completed the signing of 13-year-old defensive prospect Socrates, a highly rated youngster who has captured the attention of scouts across the country following his standout performances at Elite London Academy.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 13

What Tottenham are thinking about Luka Vuskovic amid Bayern Munich interest

Tottenham Hotspur have been investing heavily in young talent in recent years with the intention of unlocking their true potential. Luka Vuskovic is among those starlets, signed from Hajduk Split back in 2023.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 13

West Ham set to sign striker from English club

West Ham are planning to sign a striker in January, with Niclas Fullkrug almost certain to leave the London Stadium. A number of targets have been identified over the last few months, with one of those currently plying his trade in the Championship.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 13

Man Utd star bounces back from 3/10 stinker to regain starting spot; He took Amorim’s advice to heart

Manchester United stalwart Diogo Dalot has returned to the starting lineup after making an impressive upturn in recent weeks. The 26-year-old is the second-longest-serving MUFC player behind Luke Shaw, but his stint at Old Trafford has been a rollercoaster.