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Merson predicts Liverpool to do something v Brentford that’s only happened twice since February

Paul Merson has given his prediction for Liverpool’s Premier League fixture away to Brentford on Saturday night. The Reds have lost their last three top-flight games by a 2-1 scoreline, but they bounced back emphatically in midweek by thumping Eintracht Frankfurt 5-1 in the Champions League.

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Inter Milan Move For Elite Bayern Munich Defender As Serie A Rivals AC Milan Circle In High-Stakes Market Clash

Inter are considering a major move to strengthen their defence, with Bild reporting that they will do battle with rivals Milan for Bayern Munich’s Kim Min-jae.

RB Leipzig News / Football Espana / October 24

Barcelona injury crisis: Star forward ruled out for El Clasico with Real Madrid

Barcelona will not be able to count on star forward Raphinha for El Clasico, as they go into a top of the table clash with Real Madrid on Sunday. The Brazilian has been suffering from a hamstring injury for the last month, but will not be fit in time for the game.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / October 24

High Stakes Scudetto Test As Opposite Form Shapes Massive Napoli Vs Inter Milan Battle

The meeting between Napoli and Inter arrives with a Scudetto narrative already forming, despite only being a couple of months into the 2025-26 season. As reported by Tuttosport, via FCInterNews, tomorrow’s showdown at the Maradona will act as an early Scudetto test.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / October 24

Club feel that forward’s Barcelona career is over despite good form

Barcelona are in the process of trying to settle on an attacking line-up for next season, with star forward Robert Lewandowski expected to be waved farewell next summer.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / October 24

Inter Milan Hidden Weapon Delivers Again As Surprise Goal Threat Emerges From The Flank

Denzel Dumfries is becoming one of Inter Milan’s most unexpected and decisive weapons in the final third – even under Christian Chivu. The Dutchman has maintained the same devastating impact he showed during Simone Inzaghi’s tenure.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 24

Tottenham star undergoes surgery; return date yet to be fixed

Injuries are starting to pile up for Tottenham Hotspur of late. Dominic Solanke underwent a minor ankle surgery earlier this month and there is no timescale on his return.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / October 24

Massimo Pavan insists Juventus must beat Lazio this weekend

Juventus’ next competitive fixture sees them take on Lazio in Serie A this weekend, a match that carries enormous significance for the Turin side. Should they fail to win, it would mark eight consecutive games without a victory, deepening concerns over the team’s recent decline in form.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / October 24

Nerazzurri Legend Declares Inter Milan Project Stronger And Sends Scudetto Warning Ahead Of Napoli Clash

Beppe Bergomi believes Inter have found a new spark under Christian Chivu, praising the mentality, communication and energy driving the squad forward prior to Saturday’s clash against Napoli.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 24

What Arne Slot has just said about Mo Salah – Liverpool fans will love

Arne Slot insists there’s no reason to panic about Mo Salah’s form, telling the press that the Egyptian’s goals will return soon enough. The Dutchman addressed the media before Saturday’s trip to Brentford, covering a range of topics including injuries, new signings and adapting to opposition tactics.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / October 24

Hansi Flick headaches continue as star forward misses training again before El Clasico

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick thought that he would have one of his star forwards available for El Clasico on Sunday. Just over 48 hours ahead of their clash with Real Madrid, fresh doubts have emerged over the fitness of Raphinha.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / October 24

Celtic’s xG total of 4.24 highest in Europa League this season

It was probably a game few of us were looking forward to. But after Europa League Matchday 3, Celtic find themselves in the play-off places on current standings.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 24

Enzo Maresca says injured player could return as soon as next week in surprising update

It was just a couple of days ago that Enzo Maresca was taking his press conference after the game against Ajax, but he’s back in the hot seat for the pre Sunderland edition today.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / October 24

Scudetto Storm As Journalist Claims Only Two Teams Can Win And Backs Inter Milan Project

Ivan Zazzaroni has ignited debate around the Scudetto race, arguing that only Cristian Chivu and his Inter Milan and Napoli can truly contend for the title this season.

Soccer News / The Laziali / October 24

Lazio vs Juventus | Where to Watch, Insights, Lineups & Prediction

Lazio and Juventus will lock horns in a battle between two struggling giants who ought to be placed higher in the league standings. The Serie A clash between Lazio and Juventus kicks off at 20:45 local time on Sunday, October 26, at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.

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Soccer News / Football Italia / October 24

Former Serie A star explains why Liverpool and Arsenal transfers collapsed

Former Serie A star Amauri reveals Liverpool and Arsenal could not sign him because of ‘bureaucratic issues’, but José Mourinho and Carlo Ancelotti had also set their sights on him.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / October 24

San Siro Storm As Committee Demands Transparency And Challenges Inter Milan & AC Milan Operation

The storm surrounding San Siro has reignited as the Comitato Sì Meazza pushes for full transparency over the planned sale and redevelopment of the stadium by Inter and AC Milan.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / October 24

Liverpool Target £74M-Rated PSG-Linked Star as Real Madrid Consider Big Sale

E-Noticies reports that Liverpool have turned their attention to Real Madrid winger Rodrygo, who could be on the move after slipping down the pecking order at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 24

‘Not in a good place’ – Slot delivers grim injury update ahead of Brentford trip

Arne Slot has confirmed that Jeremie Frimpong will miss at least the next two weeks after sustaining a hamstring injury, describing the situation as “not in a good place”.

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 24

Rashford can help Man Utd sign ‘best in the world’ star as INEOS make contact

Manchester United have reportedly registered their interest in Barcelona bomber Robert Lewandowski, who could become a free agent in the summer. The 37-year-old has been plying his trade in Catalunya since making the move from Bayern Munich in the summer of 2022.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / October 24

Napoli Looking to Get Back to Basics Versus Inter

Napoli will try to tighten the screws and bounce back immediately after the collapse against PSV, and will have a prime opportunity to do so in the crunch match against Inter on Saturday.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / October 24

PSG Target Draws New Twist as Barcelona, Real Madrid Learn Update

Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports Germany reports that after Vincent Kompany’s contract extension at Bayern Munich, Max Eberl is considering negotiating a new deal for Upamecano.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / October 24

Ruben Amorim 'loves' underrated Man Utd star who’s the 'glue' in his team, says Gary Neville

Manchester United legend Gary Neville believes Ruben Amorim “loves” what Mason Mount brings to his team. The former Chelsea midfielder had a bit of a slow start to life at Old Trafford, having struggled for form and also with some bad injuries that kept him out of the team.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 24

Sources: €80m star is 'one to watch' for Man United to replace struggling duo

Manchester United have a new name on their list of midfield transfer targets, and that name is Aleksandar Pavlovic, as first reported on the Daily Briefing.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 24

'Like a kid playing against men' – Paul Scholes makes brutal claim about Liverpool summer signing

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has aimed a brutal dig at Liverpool summer signing Milos Kerkez after a shaky start to his Anfield career. The Hungary international shone at previous club Bournemouth before earning a big move to Liverpool this summer, but he’s been highly unconvincing so far.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / October 24

Report: Man United plot £105m double raid for Bruno & Maguire replacements

Manchester United are reportedly eyeing moves for Sporting CP defender Ousmane Diomande and Athletic Club midfielder Oihan Sancet. The Premier League giants revamped their attack last summer by recruiting Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko, while also bringing in Senne Lammens to replace Andre Onana between the sticks.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 24

Sky Sports pundit claims Chelsea player is 'best in the world in that position'

A Sky sports pundit has made the big claim that a Chelsea player is currently the best in the world in his position. I don’t think a single Chelsea fan would argue with his viewpoint here, and neither will many other football fans in general right now.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 24

Paul Merson predicts Chelsea vs Sunderland and picks his Blues attack with no Gittens

Paul Merson has predicted Chelsea vs Sunderland this weekend and also picked his best starting attack for Chelsea. Surprisingly, he has not picked either Jamie Gittens or Alejandro Garnacho in the Chelsea attack, but I also think he’s named our best attack right now too.