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Arteta says Arsenal’s standards were low against Aston Villa

Arsenal’s defeat to Aston Villa in the Premier League this afternoon delivered a significant setback to the title-chasing Gunners. Mikel Arteta has been guiding his team with ambition and focus, aiming to maintain their strong momentum, but Villa’s victory has now brought an end to their unbeaten run.

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Journalist backs Juventus decision not to sleep in Naples before match

Juventus’ preparations for their trip to Naples have taken an unexpected turn, with Luciano Spalletti choosing not to follow the usual routine for an away match of this magnitude.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 6

This is why I’m excited by the future under Wilfried Nancy

Over these past few weeks all indications were that Wilfried Nancy would soon become our new manager, and now that it’s been confirmed I thought I would

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / December 6

'Arsenal are going to…' – Pep Guardiola makes title race prediction as Man City close the gap

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has responded to Arsenal dropping points in the Premier League title race today with their 2-1 defeat against Aston Villa.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 6

Manchester City 3 Sunderland 0: City player ratings as Rayan Cherki announces himself to the Premier League

Here are the City player ratings as Manchester City beat a quality and well-managed Sunderland side 3-nil at the Etihad. First-half goals from Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol set City on their way.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 6

0 shots, 0 key passes: Arteta needs to stop starting this Arsenal star after invisible performance vs Villa

Arsenal’s makeshift striker Mikel Merino had a very poor game against Aston Villa today, perhaps showing that Mikel Arteta needs to end this experiment.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 6

Goretti: ‘Fiorentina did not turn up, we cannot accept relegation’

Fiorentina director of sport Roberto Goretti admits the fans are right to insult the players who ‘didn’t turn up’ in their 3-1 defeat to Sassuolo. ‘We

RB Leipzig News / Football Espana / December 6

Barcelona set sights on 2026 move for Croatian starlet

Barcelona are aware keeping tabs on top young talents, and their latest scouting venture has taken them to Croatia. There is an opportunity to sign a highly-rated star from the European nation, with a move being readied by club officials.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 6

Ian Wright believes Arsenal should have taken a draw against Villa

Arsenal’s defeat to Aston Villa has prompted significant reflection, with Ian Wright arguing that the Gunners should have settled for a draw rather than pushing recklessly for a late winner.

Bologna News / Football Italia / December 6

Lucumi continuing to stall Bologna over new contract beyond 2027

Jhon Lucumi is an increasingly important defender for Bologna, but his entourage is stalling on a new contract, aware Sunderland aren’t the only club interested in an offer.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 6

Wolves vs Manchester United: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Wolves vs Manchester United is poised to be the final game of Matchday 15 of the 2025/26 Premier League season and should be an action-packed clash when the two sides, desperate for a win, tussle against each other at the Molineux Stadium on Monday, December 8.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 6

'We knew' Matty Cash reacts to Villa’s win against Arsenal

Aston Villa earned a valuable Premier League victory over Arsenal this afternoon, with Matty Cash contributing one of the goals in a tightly contested encounter.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 6

What the Davies and Musiala Return Will Mean For Bayern Munich

Despite a slight dip in form since their historic start to the season, Bayern Munich are still in very good shape, as they come closer to the winter break.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 6

Chelsea lose attacker to injury that could mean month out; replacement tells you a lot about Maresca’s thinking

It’s been a poor first half from Chelsea at the Vitality Stadium, and things have got even more gloomy with the sight of another injury. Liam Delap was given the nod to start as the number 9 today, with backing from his coach before the game that the goals were going to come soon for the forward.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 6

AFCON Call-Up Hits United: The Difficult Challenge of Losing Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo

Manchester United have built their best football this season on one consistent pattern: everything good seems to flow from the right. With Amad Diallo reinvented as a dynamic right wing-back and Bryan Mbeumo thriving in the right-sided No.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 6

Late heartbreak for Arsenal at Villa Park

Aston Villa secured a 2-1 victory over Arsenal in the Premier League this afternoon as Emi Buendía struck a late winner to seal an important result for the home side.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 6

As well as Gomes: United holding ‘discussions’ over Premier League star ‘compared to Joshua Kimmich’

Manchester United have expanded their shortlist of midfield targets heading into the New Year, most of which are currently plying their trade in the Premier League.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 6

Man United line up £170m double deal for two Premier League players

Man United spent in the region of £200m in the summer, and in 2026, big money will be spent again on improving Ruben Amorim’s squad. A new midfielder and forward are wanted, with two of their leading targets being in the Premier League.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 6

Crystal Palace looking to sign 28-year-old star from London rivals

Crystal Palace are interested in signing West Ham United defender Max Kilman during the January transfer window. The 28-year-old has done quite well for West Ham, but he was dropped in recent matches against Liverpool and Manchester United.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 6

Opta warns Liverpool could struggle at Elland Road after Sunderland draw

Liverpool travel to Elland Road today hoping to regain the form that won us the Premier League last season. The Reds struggled again in midweek, needing a late own goal from Sunderland to rescue a 1-1 draw, with Florian Wirtz’s shot deflected in off Nordi Mukiele.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 6

Tottenham decide on Guglielmo Vicario’s future amid transfer rumours and fans’ backlash

Guglielmo Vicario moved to Tottenham Hotspur in the summer of 2023, joining from Empoli as a replacement for Hugo Lloris. He started off well at White Hart Lane, and was instrumental in the Europa League success under Ange Postecoglou last season.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 6

BBC analysis raises big Liverpool concern as Elland Road awaits

A crucial weekend in the Premier League arrives for Liverpool as we look to stabilise momentum after a frustrating midweek performance. Chris Sutton has

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 6

Gary Neville ‘staggered’ that Man Utd star has been kept at the club, he’s started every game this season

Gary Neville is said to be ‘staggered’ that Luke Shaw is still at Manchester United following an injury-plagued career in Red. The side’s win over Crystal Palace last Sunday marked Shaw’s 300th game for the club.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 6

Tottenham are willing to offer Marcus Rashford one thing that Manchester United and Barcelona couldn’t

Tottenham planning to make a move for Marcus Rashford next summer if Barcelona does not trigger his €30 million buy option. Tottenham Hotspur are expected to push for additional attacking reinforcements in the January transfer window as they look to turn their season around in the Premier League.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 6

Manchester City vs Sunderland: Predicted City starting eleven and latest City injury news

Manchester City take on Premier League surprise packets Sunderland today at the Etihad Stadium. Pep Guardiola’s side will be confronted with a testing Premier League fixture against Régis Le Bris’ side who have the physicality, athleticism and ability to cause City issues.