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'Believe me' – Liverpool star issues reality check to Reds teammates ahead of Villa clash

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has sent a clear message to his Reds teammates as they prepare for today’s Premier League clash against Aston Villa. The Reds take on Unai Emery’s side at Anfield this evening in the late kick-off, and it’s vital for the reigning Premier League champions to end their awful run of four consecutive league defeats.

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German Defender’s Inter Milan Future Turns Around As Chivu Plays Him In New Role

Yann Bisseck and his Inter Milan career appears to have taken a fresh turn. Once limited to covering on the right of the back three, the German defender has earned Cristian Chivu’s trust in a more central role.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 1

Pradé and Fiorentina part ways

Fiorentina director Daniele Pradé has left the club by mutual consent, the club announced on Saturday. Fiorentina announced on Saturday that their director Pradé has left the club by mutual consent.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 1

Mikel Arteta believes this season is more competitive than previous seasons

Mikel Arteta has reflected on the increasing difficulty of the Premier League, describing the current campaign as the most competitive in recent years.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 1

Inter resume interest in Frendrup but Roma send inquiry

Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Inter have resumed interest in Genoa midfielder Morten Frendrup for the January transfer window, but Roma have already made a request for the 24-year-old.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / November 1

Inter Milan Line Up Midfield Refresh For January: Genoa Man Targeted As Frenchman Faces Loan Exit

Inter Milan could adjust their midfield setup in the January transfer window, with Morten Frendrup emerging as a concrete target to bring more balance to Cristian Chivu’s squad.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / November 1

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Aston Villa for November 1

Liverpool return to Anfield this weekend with pressure rising and questions growing louder. Wednesday night’s Carabao Cup defeat to Crystal Palace, a 0-3 loss at home, followed the painful league defeat to Brentford last weekend.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / November 1

'The feeling internally…' – Fabrizio Romano provides update on Arne Slot job safety at Liverpool

Liverpool manager Arne Slot is currently safe in his job at Anfield despite the team’s awful recent run of form, according to reliable journalist Fabrizio Romano.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 1

Arne Slot under pressure – McCoist explains what must happen

Liverpool are under pressure to halt a worrying league slide as we welcome Aston Villa to Anfield in what is a pivotal Premier League clash. Ally McCoist and Darren Fletcher went head-to-head on TNT Sports’ Ally vs Fletch, offering contrasting views on how the Reds will respond.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / November 1

Can Xavi Simons overcome the Premier League’s relentless pressing?

Xavi Simons has shown flashes of his Bundesliga form, contributing 1 assist in his first five appearances across all competitions, but in truth, the boy has struggled recently, with only seven touches in the opposition box so far this season, perhaps indicating issues with positioning and service.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 1

Fabrizio Romano reveals 'genuine' Man United interest in signing 'priceless' midfielder

Fabrizio Romano has provided an update on Manchester United’s transfer interest in Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher. The Red Devils have a genuine interest in the former Chelsea midfielder, though it seems it’s not yet certain if he’ll be leaving Atletico.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 1

Austin FC wary of LAFC's counterattack entering Game 2

Los Angeles FC will try to seal their fourth consecutive Western Conference semifinal appearance when they visit Austin FC in Game 2 of a first-round MLS Cup playoff series on Sunday evening.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / November 1

Sources: Man United ready to 'accelerate' efforts to beat Chelsea & City to £70m transfer

Manchester United are ready to step up their efforts to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson this January, as first reported here for the Daily Briefing.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 1

Unai Emery admits Liverpool are ‘very difficult to stop’ as Villa boss makes honest Premier League admission

Unai Emery has been full of praise ahead of his side’s trip to face the Premier League champions at Anfield this weekend. Speaking to the press (via avfc.co.uk), the Aston Villa boss admitted that Liverpool’s recent success under Arne Slot has been nothing short of “amazing”.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 1

Report: Forgotten Chelsea star subject to shock interest from surprise Premier League club

Everton are keeping an eye on Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson who’s currently on loan at Bayern Munich according to reports. Jackson joined Bayern on a season long loan, with an obligation to buy based on making a certain number of appearances.

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Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / November 1

A full blown injury crisis: Thomas Frank’s absentee list hit double figures

I was never a fan of Ange Postecoglou, but the news ahead of this afternoon’s game suggests I was too harsh on him regarding Tottenham injuries. The centre-back positions are the hardest hit, with Drăgușin, Davies, Romero (recently back), and Takai all affected.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 1

Ryan Gravenberch delivers defiant message ahead of Liverpool’s huge week

Ryan Gravenberch believes unity and simplicity hold the key to turning our season around as we enter what he calls a “huge week” for the champions. After

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / November 1

Tottenham need 'exceptional' offer to sign Premier League ace with 'very fast feet'

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for the Everton attacker Iliman Ndiaye. The 25-year-old has done quite well for the Premier League club, and his performances have attracted the attention of the London outfit.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 1

Chris Sutton labels Chelsea 'flaky' as he makes prediction for 'grudge game' against Tottenham

Former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton has made his prediction for the London derby against Tottenham on Saturday. Chelsea head to their rivals looking to return to winning ways in the Premier League after suffering defeat to Sunderland last time out.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 1

'It wouldn’t surprise me' – Alan Shearer makes claim as he gives Tottenham vs Chelsea prediction

Premier League legend Alan Shearer has made his prediction ahead of the big game between Tottenham and Chelsea on Saturday. The Blues head to north London looking to return to winning ways in the league having lost to Sunderland last weekend.

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 1

'Interest is genuine' – Romano reveals Man Utd ready to sign ‘priceless’ star in January on one condition

Fabrizio Romano confirms that Manchester United are still keeping close tabs on Conor Gallagher, whom they had already pursued in the summer. The Red Devils currently find themselves short of options in the middle of the park, so they’re hoping to add one more player to the department in January.

Inter Miami News / Field Level Media / October 31

Lionel Messi, Inter Miami driven to send Nashville packing

Inter Miami will look to do what it could not do a year ago in the first round when they face host Nashville SC on Saturday night in Game 2 of their best-of-three MLS Cup Playoff series.

Nottingham Forest News / We All Follow United / October 31

'I don’t want to change'- Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim fires back at former PL boss; defiance clear for all to see

Manchester United should have definitely had a shift of mood in the dressing room of late, with three consecutive wins in the Premier League. They have suffered a lot since the start of the season, but the recent run of events has finally made the team and manager Ruben Amorim confident ahead of the trip to Nottingham Forest on November 1.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / October 31