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Maresca names one player who will play against Ajax – but fails to answer big question

One very notable decision made by Enzo Maresca today was not picking Wesley Fofana in the squad. The defender has recovered from a concussion and had a whole international break to prepare with the team – yet he wasn’t in the squad today.

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'You have to win' – Ruben Amorim’s big revelation on why Manchester United suffer against big teams

The noise around Manchester United continues to grow intense with each passing week. The team’s struggles cast long shadows over the optimism that surrounded Ruben Amorim’s arrival at Old Trafford last November.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 18

Napoli chief Manna gives McTominay and Hojlund injury updates

Napoli director Giovanni Manna gives injury updates on Scott McTominay and Rasmus Hojlund ahead of the clash with Torino. ‘There’s no point running risks when we have many games.’ It kicks off at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino at 17.00 UK time (16.00 GMT).

Soccer News / We All Follow United / October 18

'A surprise' – Journo reveals Manchester United’s chances of signing PL proven veteran attacker

Manchester United’s search for attacking depth has gathered attention again. Joshua Zirkzee feels frustrated under Amorim because he gets limited minutes and plans to leave in January.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 18

Enzo Maresca denies embarrassing struggling player with team decision

Enzo Maresca was in a tricky position for today’s game against Nottingham Forest because of injured and unfit players. He then made 3 changes at half time.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / October 18

Juventus makes a January decision on the future of midfielder

Teun Koopmeiners is facing growing pressure to prove his value as a Juventus player, with time running out for him to demonstrate the form that once made him one of Europe’s most admired midfielders.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 18

Confirmed Arsenal team to face Fulham – Zubimendi replaces Odegaard

Arsenal travel to Fulham today to secure another victory and maintain their position at the top of the Premier League table once all the weekend’s fixtures have been completed.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 18

Serie A | Lecce 0-0 Sassuolo: Stalemate for wasteful sides

Lecce and Sassuolo both wasted golden scoring opportunities in a disappointing stalemate with a distinct lack of quality. Both teams had a dismal start to the season, but went into the break for international duty with morale-boosting wins.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / October 18

Major transfer boost for Manchester United; Real Madrid end pursuit of £70m PL star

Manchester United’s winter plans have taken an unexpected turn. Their pursuit of Adam Wharton grows stronger by the day. As the January transfer window edges closer, the club’s recruitment team has increased its focus on potential midfield reinforcements.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 18

'It’s useless' – Enzo Maresca will enrage Chelsea fans with his words on major incident

Chelsea won today but were given an incredible 4th red card of the season when Malo Gusto made a silly slide tackle to pick up a second yellow. Leon Osman went as far as to call it “the stupidest tackle in the world.” But Enzo Maresca has consistently defended his players, despite their braindead moves like this.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 18

Serie A | Pisa 0-0 Verona: Still no victory for struggling teams

Pisa and Verona are still looking for their first wins of the season, as they both failed to convert promising chances in this relegation dogfight draw.

Troyes News / Caught Offside / October 18

Report: Arsenal and Tottenham told to pay £80m for in-form 25-year-old target

Tottenham Hotspur are one of the clubs interested in Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth. As per Fichajes, Liverpool, Manchester United, and Arsenal are keen on the 25-year-old African attacker as well, and it is no surprise.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 18

Sarri ‘would have walked away’ from any club, except Lazio

Maurizio Sarri is aware Lazio will ‘suffer’ this season, but admits he would have left ‘any other club’ with a transfer ban, but not the Biancocelesti.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / October 18

Report: Crystal Palace 'more active' in their pursuit of 20-year-old Man United target

Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham has been linked with a move away from the German club, and Crystal Palace are keen on him. Manchester United are keeping tabs on his situation as well, and the Premier League duo are likely to battle it out for his signature.

RB Leipzig News / We All Follow United / October 18

'Pride kicks in' – Wayne Rooney warns Manchester United ahead of crunch Liverpool clash

Manchester United heads into Sunday’s trip to Anfield under pressure. Tension continues to grow around both the players and manager Ruben Amorim. The Portuguese coach, who recently faced criticism from Emmanuel Petit for his response to pundits calling out United’s performances, knows that every result now carries extra weight.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 18

What Josh Acheampong told TNT Sport after first Chelsea goal

What had started out as a horrific first half at the City Ground ended up being a nice day out for Chelsea fans. They beat Nottingham Forest 3-0, with some important academy influence.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 18

How Tottenham Hotspur beat Barcelona to ‘generational talent’; N17 insider spills the beans

Tottenham Hotspur have signed some of the best young talent in the world in recent years. The standout name is Lucas Bergvall. In February 2024, Spurs signed Lucas Bergvall from Swedish side Djurgarden for £8.5million on a five-year contract.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 18

Arteta gave Gyokeres a serious warning about what he is experiencing now

Viktor Gyokeres is enduring a goal drought early in his career at Arsenal, but manager Mikel Arteta had already prepared him for such a challenge. The Swedish striker, who joined the Gunners after a prolific spell at Sporting Club, is yet to find the same level of scoring consistency in England.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / October 18

Marco Tardelli urges Tudor to put faith in Vlahovic

Igor Tudor is facing increasing pressure to make a decisive call on his first-choice striker at Juventus, and the uncertainty surrounding this decision is beginning to affect the team’s performances.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 18

'Barrel load of goals'- Former PL star predicts Tottenham Hotspur vs Aston Villa

Tottenham Hotspur resume their Premier League duties on Sunday with a home game against Aston Villa. Spurs entered the October international break with a 2-1 win over Leeds United at Elland Road, which ended their three-game winless run in all competitions.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / October 18

Daniel Farke now planning to sell Leeds United winger in January

Jack Harrison’s future at Leeds United is back under the spotlight, with the club reportedly open to offers in the January window but only under one strict condition.

Brentford FC News / To The Lane And Back / October 18

New striker not on Tottenham’s January agenda; other positions to be given priority

Tottenham’s brilliant start to the new season has, in many ways, papered over a few underlying cracks at N17. The Lilywhites have looked compact, disciplined, and well-drilled defensively under Thomas Frank, but their frontline continues to lack consistency and cutting edge against tougher opponents.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 18

Opta: Chelsea break their season record for horrific stat in worst first half of the season

They’re calling it the worst first half of the season from Chelsea. And they’re probably not wrong. It was dreadfully sloppy from the whole team. The defenders were poor, giving the ball away repeatedly.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 18

Marco Silva plays down Arsenal’s injury problems

Arsenal will go into their Premier League match against Fulham today without several key players, but Fulham manager Marco Silva insists that injuries should not be used as an excuse.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / October 18

Could Manchester City be set to raid River Plate once again?

Manchester City have had success signing players from Argentinian powerhouse River Plate in recent years. Julian Alvarez arrived at City from the Argentinian giants and was an important member of Pep Guardiola’s squad before leaving the club for Atletico Madrid.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 18

Liverpool among multiple suitors for Under-20 World Cup starlet; January deal deemed possible

Liverpool are reportedly among a multitude of clubs keeping ‘close checks’ on one of the stars of the ongoing Under-20 World Cup in Chile. The Reds’ forward line underwent a significant revamp during the summer transfer window for various reasons, and the time will soon come when we have to say a tough goodbye to one of our current attackers.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / October 18

Can I stream the Spurs vs Aston Villa game tomorrow?

It’s early in the season, but tomorrow’s clash between Tottenham and Aston Villa sees the third in the division take on those in 13th. This fixture has historically been high-scoring and competitive, with Tottenham holding a slight edge in recent home encounters.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / October 18

Arsenal Predicted Lineup vs Fulham for October 18

On October 18, Arsenal will travel across London to face Fulham at Craven Cottage in the first Premier League game after the international break. The Gunners will be looking to continue their impressive form and maintain their position at the top of the table.