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'A big if for now' – David Ornstein provides Enzo Maresca Manchester City update

David Ornstein has reiterated Enzo Maresca is thought of very highly by Manchester City hierarchy, but it’s a big if whether Pep Guardiola leaves this summer.

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'Getting closer' – Del Piero teases Juventus return, defends Agnelli family

Juventus icon Alessandro Del Piero is leaving the door open for a future managerial role at his beloved club. The 51-year-old was at the Allianz Stadium on Saturday evening to witness the Bianconeri’s 2-1 victory over Roma.

Soccer News / HITC / December 21

Kobbie Mainoo’s unbeaten history vs Aston Villa puts Amorim under pressure

Ruben Amorim’s team selection for the Aston Villa match will be under the spotlight, with particular attention on whether Kobbie Mainoo is included from the start.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 21

Conte: Napoli success ‘not emphasized enough’, fans will ‘only remember who won’

Antonio Conte feels that many underappreciated Napoli’s 2025-26 Serie A title win, as well as their injury troubles in 2025-26, but feels that his squad

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 21

Inter Milan Monitor Situation Of Brazil Defender Amid Ongoing Dumfries Concerns

Inter are continuing to monitor the market for a possible right-sided reinforcement as uncertainty surrounds Denzel Dumfries’ absence, and one name is attracting growing attention: Fiorentina wing-back Dodo.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 21

Journo spots pre-match tactical hint as to which player will be taking set-pieces in Amad and Mbeumo’s absences

Luke Shaw is poised to deputise for the inswinging corners whilst Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo are away. While Manchester United and Aston Villa have been out on the pitch undergoing their final preparations ahead of kick-off, the full-back was spotted on corner duty by Samuel Luckhurst.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 21

Pisa Emerge As Frontrunners To Loan Inter Milan Starlet As Genoa Spell Comes To A Close

Pisa have emerged as the leading candidates to secure Inter youngster Valentin Carboni on loan after the young midfielder’s spell at Genoa comes to an end, according to reports in Italy.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 21

Mikel Arteta insists Arsenal is not following Manchester City’s results

Arsenal went into their match against Everton knowing the pressure had increased after Manchester City had already played and won, briefly sending the Manchester club to the top of the Premier League table.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 21

Van Dijk makes rare admission after Spurs win

Liverpool’s post-Spurs momentum has quietly created space for something rarely afforded in the modern Premier League calendar, with Virgil van Dijk offering insight into a decision that says plenty about where we are heading.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 21

Serie A | Sassuolo 0-1 Torino: In-form Vlasic punishes Doig shocker

The in-form Nikola Vlasic netted in his third consecutive Serie A match to hand Torino all three points in an important 1-0 victory away against Sassuolo on Sunday afternoon.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / December 21

Aston Villa vs Manchester United Lineups, Injuries, Preview

The only Premier League game today is Aston Villa vs Manchester United at Villa Park. The match is between the 3rd and 7th in the Premier League. Aston Villa is third in the league with 33 points after 16 league matches with a record of 10 wins, three draws, and three losses.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 21

Missed chances but Celtic ahead at half time, Celtic 1-0 Aberdeen

The half time whistle sounded at Celtic Park with the Hoops in front by a margin of one goal to nil. The match took a familiar pattern in SPFL matches, with Nancy’s Celtic side creating clear cut chances and missing them.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / December 21

Inter Milan keep close tabs on Tottenham star who is ‘very expensive’

Tottenham defender Pedro Porro has enjoyed a successful spell at N17 since completing a permanent move from Sporting Lisbon in January 2023. The Spaniard quickly established himself as a key figure under Ange Postecoglou, playing a vital role in helping the Lilywhites win the Europa League against the odds last season.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 21

Capello on Spalletti’s effect: 'I saw something in Juventus that I had never seen before

Legendary Italian football manager Fabio Capello noticed major improvements at Juventus following their 2-1 win over Roma. The Bianconeri reduced the gap between them and their rivals from the capital to a single point, as they ended their 2025 home fixtures on a high note.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 21

Gyokeres insists Arsenal topping the standings at Christmas means nothing yet

Viktor Gyokeres understands the demands of winning major honours, having been part of a Sporting Club side that dominated the Portuguese league across the last two seasons.

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Real Betis News / Football Espana / December 21

Real Madrid stand with Vinicius Junior amid Bernabeu criticism

Real Madrid defeated Sevilla on Saturday, but the match has been overshadowed by fan reaction towards Vinicius Junior. As he was being substituted in the second half, the Brazilian received loud jeers from the home supporters inside the Bernabeu, which the player himself has not reacted well to.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 21

When will Inter, Milan, Napoli and Bologna play postponed Serie A Week 16 matches

The 16th round of Serie A fixtures is well underway, but this weekend does not feature any league matches involving Inter, Milan, Napoli or Bologna due to their commitments in the Supercoppa Italiana.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 21

Juventus lose Rugani for 6 weeks and have two more doubts for Pisa

Juventus were the ones left celebrating after a massively important 2-1 victory over Roma in Serie A on Saturday evening, but Luciano Spalletti now has

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 21

Report: Chelsea amongst European heavyweights interested in €40m rated ace

Chelsea are amongst some of Europe’s biggest clubs who are interested in Atalanta youngster Marco Palestra according to reports. The Blues once again heavily invested in the summer and totally revamped their front line, making five attacking signings.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 21

'That’s why they are top' Arsenal’s resilience impresses Jordan Pickford

Jordan Pickford has admitted he was impressed that Arsenal managed to secure a victory despite the efforts of himself and his teammates to prevent the Gunners from doing so.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 21

Report: Chelsea to battle Liverpool, Man United and Arsenal for €60m rated French star

Chelsea are among the Premier League clubs interested in signing Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi according to reports. The Blues were active in the summer window as they once again heavily invested in the squad, especially in attack where they made five new signings.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 21

'What a performance' – John Terry hails 'absolutely superb' Chelsea star after Newcastle comeback

John Terry was full of praise for Reece James as he branded his performance against Newcastle on Saturday afternoon as “superb.” Chelsea responded after a terrible first half performance in which they found themselves 2-0 down thanks to a brace from Nick Woltemade.