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Chelsea Predicted Lineup & Team News vs Barcelona for November 25

This is a Chelsea predicted lineup for their UEFA Champions League match with Barcelona. This will look at the most recent team news as well as some of the availability issues cropping up for this major European outing.

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Roma handed Dybala and Bailey injury boost ahead of Napoli showdown

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Paulo Dybala and Leon Bailey have recovered from injuries and are expected to be available for a big Serie A match against Napoli on Sunday night.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 25

'£15-20m' – Chelsea’s final deal could be embarrassing climb down after hard-ball tactics fail

Chelsea’s ongoing (and unsuccessful) attempts to find a front of shirt sponsor have been one of the most glaring and obvious failures of the new ownership.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 25

Souness refuses to rule Liverpool out as Arsenal’s challengers

Liverpool is enduring a disappointing title defence despite investing heavily in high-calibre players during the summer. Their struggles have been beneficial for Arsenal, who have capitalised on the situation to strengthen their pursuit of the Premier League title.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / November 25

Pundit says Yildiz is getting isolated in Juventus matches

Juventus have elevated Kenan Yildiz to a position of major importance in recent seasons, even entrusting him with the prestigious number 10 shirt. The attacker was developed within their system after arriving from Bayern Munich as a teenager, and he rose swiftly through the ranks in Turin.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / November 25

Inter Milan 0-1 AC Milan – Nerazzurri Boss ‘Created The Conditions’ To Win The Derby

Inter head coach Cristian Chivu will want to forget Sunday’s Derby della Madonnina clash against AC Milan as soon as possible. According to the Italian media via L’Interista, the 45-year-old ‘created the conditions’ to win one of the most storied Serie A derbies.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 25

Hauge sends warning to Juventus while ‘Haaland leads’ Norway

Former Milan player Jens Petter Hauge warns Juventus that playing away at Bodo/Glimt is ‘tough’ and is now aware Norway can compete with the very best: ‘Erling Haaland is proof.’ Hauge’s Bodo/Glimt host Juventus at the Aspmyra Stadion this evening in the Champions League Round 5.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / November 25

Report – Inter Milan Remain Firmly In The Race For Roma & France Midfielder

Serie A giants Inter Milan have not relinquished their long-standing interest in Roma midfielder Manu Kone. According to L’Interista, the Nerazzurri remain firmly in the race for the French star.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / November 25

Report – Roma Set Sights On Inter Milan Outcast: Potential Swap Deal On The Cards

Serie A title hopefuls Roma have reportedly joined the race to sign Inter Milan misfit Luis Henrique in the January transfer window. According to L’Interista, the Giallorossi could table a swap offer for the Brazilian winger.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / November 25

Former Spurs defender charged: Dissent escalated into a racism storm and ban

On November 19, 2025, the K-League’s disciplinary committee announced a five-match suspension for Mauricio Taricco, the 52-year-old Argentine assistant coach at Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors, following a racist gesture made during a match on November 8, 2025, against Daejeon Hana Citizen FC.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 25

Liverpool’s upcoming Champions League opponents suffer huge injury blow ahead of Reds clash

One of Liverpool’s upcoming opponents in the Champions League have been dealt a huge injury blow ahead of their clash against the Reds. Arne Slot’s side take on PSV Eindhoven in the tournament on Wednesday night, followed by a trip to the San Siro to face Inter Milan a fortnight from today.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 25

£411m valued pair ready to have their first battle of many in Champions League clash

In his press conference before tonight’s game, Marc Cucurella was repeatedly asked about his upcoming battle with Barcelona’s star player Lamine Yamal.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 25

Five Inter players miss training ahead of Atletico Madrid tie

Denzel Dumfries was still absent from the Inter training today and will be among the five unavailable players against Atletico Madrid tomorrow. Inter are preparing for Wednesday’s Champions League game against Atletico Madrid without five players this morning: Dumfries, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Matteo Darmian, Raffaele Di Gennaro and Tomas Palacios.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 25

Rio Ferdinand names one of Arsenal’s most underrated players

Leandro Trossard entered this season as one of the players many expected to struggle for minutes after Arsenal invested heavily in new attackers. Over time, however, he has consistently demonstrated his value, and the club recognised this by improving his salary package for the current campaign.

AC Milan News / The Cult of Calcio / November 25

Milan Re-Open Maignan Talks, Juventus and Inter Lurking

Mike Maignan was stellar in the Derby and has generally been more reliable both performance and injury-wise than last season, and Milan are ready to re-engage in the negotiation to extend his expiring contract, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 25

‘Keep an eye on Liverpool…’ – Transfer insider shares what he’s now heard on Michael Olise

Liverpool could be involved in a frantic three-way battle to bring Michael Olise back to the Premier League. That’s according to one transfer insider who’s now shared a fresh update regarding the Bayern Munich winger, who Lewis Steele described last month as ‘one to watch‘ in terms of a potential move to Anfield in 2026.

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Report – Inter Milan Plotting January Move For New Wingback To Address Injury Crisis

Inter Milan will reportedly return to the market in January to strengthen the right wing amid a growing injury crisis at San Siro. According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, Piero Ausilio and Dario Baccin are already scouring the market for reinforcements.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / November 25

Report: Tottenham ‘dream of a partnership’ between fan favourite and €100 million target

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the River Plate defender, Lautaro Rivero. The 22-year-old defender is highly rated in South America, and he has a bright future.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / November 25

Forget the midfield – Man Utd must urgently address two positions due to four struggling Reds

Manchester United are primarily focused on bolstering their midfield department in 2026, but two other playing roles arguably require additional attention.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / November 25

'Agents remain in direct contact' – Romano gives hope of Liverpool completing deal soon

Liverpool suffered a shock defeat against Nottingham Forest at Anfield in the Premier League. The defending champions continue their disastrous form this season with the Merseyside club now dropping in the bottom half of the Premier League table.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 25

'The priority for Man United..' – Fabrizio Romano issues latest transfer update

After an eventful summer transfer window this year, Manchester United are now preparing for their next step in the transfer market. The Red Devils bought players like Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, Benjamin Sesko and Senne Lammens in the summer transfer window to address the issues facing the squad.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 25

59 vs. 39 – The key stat from Burnley which Chelsea need to carry into Barcelona game

You can’t win pretty every time – sometimes you’ve got to dig in and win ugly. That’s exactly what Chelsea did against Burnley on Saturday, in tricky circumstances away from home in an early kick off after an international break.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 25

'Growing… improving' – Enzo Maresca on what teenager needs to do

Enzo Maresca is taking his press conference ahead of Chelsea’s game in Barcelona and there’s a lot to cover after an important win at the weekend and with two big games this week.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / November 25

San Diego downs Minnesota, makes MLS Western Conference Final in debut season

San Diego FC beat Minnesota United 1-0 to seal a spot in Major League Soccer's Western Conference Final.

Inter Miami, NYCFC advance to MLS Eastern Conference Final

Vancouver seals MLS Western Conference Final berth; eliminates LAFC

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The U.S. Men's National Team closed off its 2025 fixtures with a stellar run of form, going undefeated in five straight matches against World Cup-caliber teams from around the globe.

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