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'It’s very important' – Enzo Maresca gives honest opinion on whether Chelsea are title contenders

Enzo Maresca has stated regardless of the result against Arsenal it’s too early to speak about Chelsea being in a title race. The Blues have made a good start to the season and sit second six points behind early leaders Arsenal ahead of Sunday’s top of the table clash.

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Report: Man City ready to beat Man Utd to £100m transfer, deal could happen this January

Manchester City are reportedly ready to make Nottingham Forest midfielder and Manchester United transfer target Elliot Anderson one of their priorities for 2026.

Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / November 29

Tottenham in three-way race for Anderlecht sensation, €35m fee negotiable

Tottenham Hotspur have endured a mixed start to the Thomas Frank era. After a positive opening to the new Premier League season, the north London club’s form has tailed off in recent weeks.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / November 29

Expert reveals Bayern could launch transfer move for Liverpool star on one condition

Bayern Munich insider Christian Falk has given some insight into how Liverpool centre-back Ibrahima Konate could end up moving to the Allianz Arena. It seems for now that Bayern’s top priority is on keeping Dayot Upamecano, who is another top defender coming towards the end of his contract.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 29

'They have shown' – Chris Sutton makes prediction for huge Chelsea vs Arsenal clash

Chelsea host Arsenal in a huge top of the table clash on Sunday, and former Blue Chris Sutton has given his prediction for the game. The Blues recorded an impressive 3-0 win over Barcelona on Tuesday, and have now won four games in a row and kept four consecutive clean sheets.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / November 29

Decision time for Man United as Euro giants back in contact over major transfer

Manchester United have reportedly received interest from Napoli in Kobbie Mainoo once again, according to Alfredo Pedulla for Football Italia. The Serie A giants were really keen on a loan deal for Mainoo during the summer, but Man Utd opted to keep the England international on that occasion.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / November 29

Approach made: Arsenal contact super agent over 15 G/A sensation

Arsenal have reportedly registered an interest in Juventus attacking midfielder Kenan Yildiz amid some doubts over whether he’ll sign a new contract. The talented young Turkey international, who has nine goals and six assists in his last 29 games in all competitions for club and country, has recently been linked with a number of top clubs.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / November 29

Manchester City vs Leeds United: Latest City injury news and predicted City starting eleven

Manchester City take on Leeds United today at the Etihad Stadium in what now looms as an important Premier League fixture for Pep Guardiola’s side. Back-to-back defeats to Newcastle United and Bayer Leverkusen have taken the gloss off what did seem to be a bright start to the season for City.

Lens News / To The Lane And Back / November 28

Stuart Attwell’s astonishing record with Tottenham ahead of Fulham clash

Tottenham Hotspur may not always welcome the referee appointments that drop before a big game, but this weekend’s news will put a smile on faces across N17.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 28

Arteta keeps everyone guessing about two injured players

Arsenal are dealing with several injury concerns ahead of their match against Chelsea, creating uncertainty around the team that Mikel Arteta will be able to select.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 28

'All the ingredients' Alan Shearer predicts the Arsenal-Chelsea game

Alan Shearer has offered his prediction for Arsenal’s upcoming match against Chelsea, and the former England striker expects an entertaining and closely contested encounter.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 28

Best in West duel as San Diego FC, Whitecaps meet in semis

San Diego FC will try to become the first expansion team to reach an MLS Cup final since 1998 when they host the Vancouver Whitecaps in Sunday's Western Conference final.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 28

One step from MLS Cup, Inter Miami faces NYCFC in East semis

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami will try to move another step closer to a first MLS Cup title when they host Saturday's Eastern Conference final against the survival instincts of New York City FC.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 28

Arteta gives Trossard update as Arsenal is handed fitness boost

Mikel Arteta has provided an update on the fitness of Leandro Trossard, and the news may not be entirely negative for Arsenal. The Belgian was forced off during the first half of the match against Bayern Munich after picking up an injury, prompting immediate concern among supporters.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 28

Arsenal star plays down talk of him changing national teams

Cristhian Mosquera is facing pressure regarding his international future as he considers the possibility of playing for the Colombian national team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 28

Ornstein: Chelsea have 'big decision' to make over transfer for player wanted by 'Europe’s biggest sides'

The Athletic have just put out “the transfer radar 2026”, a centralised mega page which keeps tabs on all of the top rumours around football. Most of the Chelsea related ones are well know – we all know about Nicolas Jackson’s status, for example.

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Soccer News / Stretty News / November 28

Martinez returns as ‘desperate’ Red drops to bench: Predicted United line-up to face Crystal Palace

Our predicted Manchester United starting line-up for Sunday’s trip to face Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. Only two points separate the Red Devils (10th)

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 28

Didi Hamann: Florian Wirtz should leave Liverpool on loan this season

Liverpool’s £116 million signing Florian Wirtz has now been given a clear timeline to impress, with former Reds midfielder Didi Hamann suggesting the German could leave Anfield in January if he does not show his worth.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 28

'Plan already clear' – Fabrizio Romano reveals Chelsea plan for player set to arrive in 2026

The contract of Emmanuel Emegha from 2026 will be valid for the next seven years according to Fabrizio Romano. The Blues confirmed the signing of Emegha in September, whilst the 22-year-old will spend the remainder of the season at Strasbourg.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 28

Carragher warns Liverpool: 'Arne Slot has a week to save his job'

Liverpool face a critical week that could define the future of our manager, with three consecutive Premier League matches against West Ham, Sunderland and Leeds United placing immense pressure on Arne Slot.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 28

The Athletic reveal what Chelsea did last season in regards to important first star

Chelsea turned down an approach for Pedro Neto from a top European club last summer according to The Athletic. The Blues had a busy window, in which they totally revamped their frontline with five attacking signings, with four attackers also departing.