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Manchester City vs Leeds United: Latest City injury news and predicted City starting eleven

Manchester City take on Leeds United today at the Etihad Stadium in what now looms as an important Premier League fixture for Pep Guardiola’s side. Back-to-back defeats to Newcastle United and Bayer Leverkusen have taken the gloss off what did seem to be a bright start to the season for City.

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Tottenham star confirms season ambitions at N17; UCL football key

Thomas Frank has received heavy criticism in recent weeks for his pragmatic and safety-first approach at Tottenham Hotspur. More than the defeats against Arsenal and Chelsea, it is the kind of performances that has angered the Spurs supporters.

Lens News / To The Lane And Back / November 28

Stuart Attwell’s astonishing record with Tottenham ahead of Fulham clash

Tottenham Hotspur may not always welcome the referee appointments that drop before a big game, but this weekend’s news will put a smile on faces across N17.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 28

Arteta keeps everyone guessing about two injured players

Arsenal are dealing with several injury concerns ahead of their match against Chelsea, creating uncertainty around the team that Mikel Arteta will be able to select.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / November 28

Arne Engels deserves loads of credit and our full respect

Arne Engels still continues to divide opinion amongst the Celtic supporters, but his recent performances have suggested that he’s beginning to find the form that persuaded the club to part with a record fee of £11 million for the 22 year old Belgian international midfielder.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 28

'All the ingredients' Alan Shearer predicts the Arsenal-Chelsea game

Alan Shearer has offered his prediction for Arsenal’s upcoming match against Chelsea, and the former England striker expects an entertaining and closely contested encounter.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / November 28

Yang has earned a Celtic start at Easter Road

Some games he looks like a world beater, and others he resembles a competition winner, which tells you his consistency to produce on a regular basis is the only thing holding him back from being a regular in the Celtic side.

Soccer News / The Laziali / November 28

Boost for Arsenal as Lazio Open to Nuno Tavares Sale Amidst Revived Saudi Interest

Lazio have reportedly taken a more lenient stance on Nuno Tavares, whom they refused to sell last summer. The Biancocelesti received a €25 million offer from Al-Hilal in June, but it fell well below Claudio Lotito’s asking price.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 28

Best in West duel as San Diego FC, Whitecaps meet in semis

San Diego FC will try to become the first expansion team to reach an MLS Cup final since 1998 when they host the Vancouver Whitecaps in Sunday's Western Conference final.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 28

One step from MLS Cup, Inter Miami faces NYCFC in East semis

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami will try to move another step closer to a first MLS Cup title when they host Saturday's Eastern Conference final against the survival instincts of New York City FC.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 28

Arteta gives Trossard update as Arsenal is handed fitness boost

Mikel Arteta has provided an update on the fitness of Leandro Trossard, and the news may not be entirely negative for Arsenal. The Belgian was forced off during the first half of the match against Bayern Munich after picking up an injury, prompting immediate concern among supporters.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 28

Serie A | Match Report | Como 2-0 Sassuolo – Como in control by the lake

Como produced a commanding performance to beat Sassuolo 2-0, capitalising on an early breakthrough and controlling the match throughout at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia.

Lens News / To The Lane And Back / November 28

50% duels lost vs PSG: The numbers behind Tottenham ace ‘s worst performance since making N17 switch

Tottenham Hotspur saw their unbeaten record in the Champions League for the season come to its conclusion as defending champions PSG got the better of Thomas Frank’s side on a 5-3 scoreline.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 28

Arsenal star plays down talk of him changing national teams

Cristhian Mosquera is facing pressure regarding his international future as he considers the possibility of playing for the Colombian national team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 28

Ornstein: Chelsea have 'big decision' to make over transfer for player wanted by 'Europe’s biggest sides'

The Athletic have just put out “the transfer radar 2026”, a centralised mega page which keeps tabs on all of the top rumours around football. Most of the Chelsea related ones are well know – we all know about Nicolas Jackson’s status, for example.

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 28

Martinez returns as ‘desperate’ Red drops to bench: Predicted United line-up to face Crystal Palace

Our predicted Manchester United starting line-up for Sunday’s trip to face Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. Only two points separate the Red Devils (10th)

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 28

Didi Hamann: Florian Wirtz should leave Liverpool on loan this season

Liverpool’s £116 million signing Florian Wirtz has now been given a clear timeline to impress, with former Reds midfielder Didi Hamann suggesting the German could leave Anfield in January if he does not show his worth.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 28

'Plan already clear' – Fabrizio Romano reveals Chelsea plan for player set to arrive in 2026

The contract of Emmanuel Emegha from 2026 will be valid for the next seven years according to Fabrizio Romano. The Blues confirmed the signing of Emegha in September, whilst the 22-year-old will spend the remainder of the season at Strasbourg.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 28

Carragher warns Liverpool: 'Arne Slot has a week to save his job'

Liverpool face a critical week that could define the future of our manager, with three consecutive Premier League matches against West Ham, Sunderland and Leeds United placing immense pressure on Arne Slot.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 28

The Athletic reveal what Chelsea did last season in regards to important first star

Chelsea turned down an approach for Pedro Neto from a top European club last summer according to The Athletic. The Blues had a busy window, in which they totally revamped their frontline with five attacking signings, with four attackers also departing.