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Arsenal could scrap warmups as their players keep getting injured

Arsenal players have recently been sustaining injuries during pre-match warm-ups, prompting the club to consider scrapping the routine altogether. The worrying pattern has raised concerns within the squad and coaching staff as they seek to protect key players during a demanding campaign.

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Official Starting Lineups – Bodo/Glimt Vs Inter Milan: Matteo Darmian & Francesco Acerbi Start

Inter Milan coach Cristian Chivu has decided to start Matteo Darmian and Francesco Acerbi against Bodo/Glimt in the first leg of the 2025/2026 Champions League knockout playoff tie.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 18

Date for Romeo Lavia’s return to first team action becomes clear after latest update

Romeo Lavia is close to his latest return from injury, and will be back in full team training very soon, with first team minutes to follow. This week Chelsea have had the first midweek without a game since Liam Rosenior took over, and the new manager decided to give the majority of his group a well deserved break of four days.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / February 18

Nicolas Jackson Chelsea Return: Three Brutal Reasons The Striker Is No Longer Needed At Stamford Bridge

The latest news coming out of Stamford Bridge is the impending Nicolas Jackson Chelsea return at the conclusion of his loan spell with Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich.

Norwegian M Lasse Berg Johnsen joins Sporting KC

Sporting Kansas City announced the acquisition of Norwegian midfielder Lasse Berg Johnsen on Wednesday. The 26-year-old arrives from Swedish side Malmo FF and is under contract through 2027-28 with a 2028-29 option.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / February 18

Just in: Man Utd bring back ‘incredible’ player who clashed with Amorim

Manchester United have reportedly recalled Harry Amass from his loan spell at Norwich City after suffering what appears to be a serious injury. The 18-year-old made a name for himself last season after making his debut with the senior team under Ruben Amorim.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / February 18

Man United plot summer raid for 19-year-old wonderkid lighting up top league

Manchester United are interested in signing the Real Madrid attacker Endrick. The 19-year-old is currently on loan at Lyon and has been excellent for the French outfit, with five goals and an assist in six matches.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 18

Arteta admits they want to run away at the top of the Premier League table

Arsenal have been striving to pull clear of Manchester City in the Premier League title race, and Mikel Arteta has admitted that achieving that is their aim.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / February 18

Liverpool board approve €200m gamble to reinvent key area this summer

Liverpool attacker Mohamed Salah is likely to be on his way out of the club in the summer. The Egyptian has been an exceptional performer for the team, and Liverpool will need to replace him properly.

Atlanta United News / Field Level Media / February 18

Atlanta United sign veteran F Sergio Santos for 2026

Atlanta United signed free agent forward Sergio Santos for the 2026 MLS season on Wednesday. The 31-year-old Brazilian veteran's deal includes an option through December 2027.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / February 18

Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups and Team News

The Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool clash in Gameweek 27 of the 2025/26 Premier League clash is poised to be a thrilling one with implications on different sides of the league table, when the two sides meet at the City Ground on Sunday afternoon.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 18

Virgil van Dijk explains why Liverpool players were feeling ‘gutted’ after one win in particular

Virgil van Dijk has explained why he and his Liverpool teammates were left feeling ‘really gutted’ after the hard-fought win over Sunderland last week, despite the positive result and performance.

Real Sociedad News / Extratime Talk / February 18

Igor Tudor’s Challenges as the New Tottenham Manager

Igor Tudor is the new Tottenham manager. The former Juventus and Croatia defender will have a baptism of fire against Arsenal in the North London derby on Sunday, February 22.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / February 18

'Night and day' – Man Utd will only sign ‘phenomenal’ EPL star on one condition

Manchester United have long identified Elliot Anderson as their priority target for next summer, but they can only afford him on one condition. Nottingham

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 18

Manchester United joins Arsenal in the race for La Liga star

Arsenal are facing increased competition in their pursuit of Julian Alvarez as they attempt to bring him back to the Premier League this summer. The Argentine forward is currently at Atletico Madrid, where he has established himself as one of the club’s most important players.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / February 18

MEN: Man United preparing to ‘open talks’ with midfield ‘powerhouse’ who’s a Manchester City graduate

Manchester United are reportedly preparing to ‘open talks’ with Borussia Dortmund star Felix Nmecha’s agent to gauge the feasibility of his client making a move in the summer.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 18

Matt Law: What Liam Rosenior is doing so much better than Enzo Maresca with midfielder

Andrey Santos has been the big winner from the manager switch to Liam Rosenior, and Matt Law has noted why that’s the case. The Daily Telegraph’s Matt Law was on the London is Blue podcast today, where he spoke a little about one thing he had noted at the end of Friday night’s game between Chelsea and Hull.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / February 18

Paris Saint-Germain enter race for English attacking midfielder wanted by Liverpool

Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers has emerged as one of the Premier League’s most closely watched young attacking midfielders, with Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool reportedly joining the race for his signature.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 18

Liverpool must go all-out for FA Cup glory – Reds have a great chance of Wembley triumph in May

Liverpool are one of just 17 teams who can still win the FA Cup this season, and they’ll be among the strongest contenders to lift the trophy – depending on how seriously they go for it.

Karl Hein News / Just Arsenal / February 18

Arsenal loanee expected to leave them as a free agent in the summer

Karl Hein is spending this season on loan at Werder Bremen, but the move has proven disappointing as he has made just two appearances all campaign. The Estonian number one had been tipped for significant progress after emerging through the ranks at Arsenal and enjoying productive loan spells away from the club.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 18

Former Chelsea player will have Arsenal fans fuming after his latest opinion

Former Chelsea defender Jason Cundy will have Arsenal fans fuming after putting out his latest opinion on Bukayo Saka this morning. Cundy has never been one to beat around the bush with his views and will always say it how he sees it.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / February 18

Wayne Rooney highlights that ‘one’ attribute Thomas Frank got wrong, right after taking charge at Tottenham

Tottenham Hotspur are going through one of their toughest periods in decades, as they are staring down the barrel of a potential relegation dogfight. Having overseen only two wins in the last 17 Premier League games, Thomas Frank was shown the door by the Spurs board last week.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 18

Exclusive says struggling signing 'might not have much longer at Chelsea; loan or transfer possible

Liam Delap has been in the spotlight recently, both for good and bad. An exclusive today claims he could be sold or loaned in the summer. An exclusive transfer rumour from CaughtOffside this morning has claimed that Chelsea striker Liam Delap is available for a transfer or loan this summer if the right offer comes in.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / February 17