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Two key men unavailable for Arsenal’s Champions League game

Arsenal will begin their Champions League campaign against Athletic Club without two of their most influential players, as Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka have both been ruled out of the tie.

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Romano shares why summer signing hasn’t had any minutes under Thomas Frank so far

Tottenham Hotspur signed French International striker Randal Kolo Muani on loan from PSG during the summer transfer window. The 26-year-old striker has not had any minutes for his new club so far.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / September 16

Jovetic revisits his decision to snub Juventus for Manchester City

Stevan Jovetic was regarded as one of the most promising strikers in Europe during his time at Fiorentina, where his performances quickly attracted interest from some of the continent’s biggest clubs.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / September 16

Report: Liverpool could be open to accepting prospective £35m January offer for Reds ‘monster’

According to reports from Spain, Liverpool could be open to parting with a current first-team regular in the January transfer window. Despite the market closing a fortnight ago, speculation has continued to abound regarding the future of Ibrahima Konate, who’s now into the final 10 months of his contract at Anfield.

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SS Lazio News / The Laziali / September 16

Latest Updates on 5 Injured Lazio Players Ahead of Derby vs Roma

With a crucial Derby della Capitale looming, Lazio coach Maurizio Sarri has provided a comprehensive update on the club’s mounting injury list. The news, delivered during his post-Sassuolo press conference, paints a picture of a squad facing significant challenges, with several key players in doubt for the highly anticipated match.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / September 16

Celtic legend pictured with Lewis Capaldi after Hydro show

Celtic legend Tom Rogic was pictured with Scottish singer songwriter Lewis Capaldi. The retired midfielder, who recently returned to Paradise for the Celtic Foundation match against Man Utd Legends, appears to have extended his return to Scotland in order to see Capaldi’s sell-out gig at the OVO Hydro.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 16

‘It was very difficult’ – Harvey Elliott opens up about Liverpool exit in heartfelt statement

Harvey Elliott has opened up about his ‘need’ to be ‘selfish’ in deciding to leave Liverpool at the end of the summer transfer window. The 22-year-old completed a loan move to Aston Villa on deadline day, with the deal to become permanent for £35m once he makes 10 appearances for Unai Emery’s side this season (The Athletic).

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 16

'Pawn' – Fan criticism could ruin Chelsea’s controversial sister club’s success

Chelsea’s relationship with Strasbourg is working well, at least as far as the clubs are concerned. The French club had a brilliant season last year, making it into Europe.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / September 16

UEFA Champions League Matchday 1 Predictions Including Bayern Munich vs Chelsea

Wednesday’s action on the first matchday of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League league format features defending finalists Inter Milan battling the famous Ajax, Liverpool host Spain’s Atletico Madrid, while World Champions Chelsea take on Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / September 16

Report: Tottenham ramp up efforts to sign 27-year-old forward from La Liga club

Tottenham Hotspur have expressed a strong interest in signing Ruben Vargas from Sevilla. According to a report from Fichajes, they will face competition from Aston Villa for the 27-year-old Swiss international.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 16

Chelsea get huge boost ahead of Bayern Munich with key player spotted back in training

Chelsea have received a huge boost ahead of facing Bayern Munich this week with a key player being spotted back in training! Things are about to get much tougher for Chelsea now as they re-enter Champions League football and face some of the best teams in the world.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / September 16

Romano: ‘I can reveal to you’ – United were prepared to sell £50m Ten Hag signing after 12 months

Manchester United were willing to facilitate Manuel Ugarte’s exit this summer – just 12 months after his arrival at Old Trafford. Around deadline day last August, Ugarte signed for the Reds in a £50.5 million deal from Paris Saint-Germain.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 16

Bored and gutted: Liam Delap’s Dad speaks out on Chelsea striker’s long-term injury

The father of Liam Delap, Rory, has spoken out on his son’s long-term injury lay off after getting injured on transfer deadline weekend. Everyone around Chelsea will clearly be absolutely gutted at Delap getting injured.

Soccer News / Stretty News / September 16

Sir Jim Ratcliffe privately outlines new condition that would make him sack Ruben Amorim this season

Ruben Amorim will remain in the hot seat for Manchester United for the foreseeable future despite overseeing the club’s worst start to a campaign in 33 years.

Soccer News / The Laziali / September 16

Sarri on Lazio Loss vs Sassuolo: 'Patience is Key'

After a frustrating 2-1 defeat to Sassuolo, Lazio coach Maurizio Sarri appeared for a press conference to dissect his team’s performance. The manager, who had to handle a family matter immediately following the match, dispelled any notions of a panicked departure and instead focused on a detailed tactical breakdown.

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Sounders, Inter Miami set for rematch of fiery Leagues Cup final

The last time the Seattle Sounders and Inter Miami faced each other, things got ugly. A postgame scuffle in the Leagues Cup championship match Aug. 31 led to sanctions on both teams from both the tournament and Major League Soccer, most notably a three-game MLS suspension for Inter Miami superstar Luis Suarez.