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The one advantage Liam Delap has over Joao Pedro in battle to be Chelsea’s top striker

Liam Delap speaks to Chelsea’s website about how he’s going to earn a starting spot ahead of the in-form Joao Pedro. It’s been a tough season for Liam Delap since signing for Chelsea.

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Inter Milan 3-2 Juventus – Newspapers Critical Of Brazil Winger: ‘He’s Falling Asleep’

Luis Henrique and his performance in Inter Milan’s dramatic 3-2 win over Juventus has sparked fresh debate about his consistency. After impressing in the previous league outing with a lively cameo, expectations were higher for the Brazilian winger in the Derby d’Italia.

Soccer News / EasySportz / February 15

Benfica vs Real Madrid — Champions League Playoff First Leg

The Estádio da Luz hosts one of the most intriguing first legs of the knockout playoffs as Benfica welcome Real Madrid to Lisbon. Benfica already proved they can hurt Madrid with a 4–2 win in January, but this is a different stage and a different level of pressure.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / February 15

Journo makes staggering claim on new takeover bid for Tottenham as change in hierarchy seems possible

Not many Tottenham fans expected the club to head into a downward spiral so soon after the Lilywhites lifted the Europa League last year. The North Londoners have struggled to rediscover winning form in the Premier League and have seen several key figures depart the club in recent months.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / February 15

Inter Milan 3-2 Juventus – Media Divided Over Bastoni Performance: ‘Clever Move But Doesn’t Do Himself Any Favours’

Alessandro Bastoni found himself at the centre of the storm in Inter’s 3-2 Derby d’Italia victory over Juventus, but not for the reasons he might have hoped.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 15

'We’re used to it' – Chelsea rotation option responds to his manager’s team choices

Liam Delap says he’s happy to help the team in any way he can, after grabbing an assist in the win over Hull in the FA Cup. Chelsea’s out of favour forward Liam Delap was one of the players selected to start on Friday who needed to impress, and despite a couple of bad moments he did end up with an assist and a lot of praise from his manager.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / February 15

Juventus struggling to meet the demands out out-of-contract star

Juventus still have a gap to bridge in their ongoing negotiations with Weston McKennie and his entourage. The USMNT star is currently running on an expiring contract, but the Bianconeri are determined to keep him after cementing himself as a key piece in Luciano Spalletti’s tactical jigsaw.

Bologna News / Football Italia / February 15

Italy talent Calafiori injured in warm-up for Arsenal

Italy international Riccardo Calafiori was all set to make his comeback from the start in Arsenal’s FA Cup game against Wigan, only to suffer a new injury in the warm-up.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 15

Juventus lose Holm for at least 4 weeks with new injury

Juventus only just signed Emil Holm from Bologna, but he has already been ruled out for several weeks by a soleus muscle injury. The full-back came off the bench during last night’s 3-2 Serie A defeat to Inter at San Siro.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / February 15

FIFA confirm Athletic Club have avoided two-year transfer ban

Earlier this week, it was confirmed that Athletic Club were at risk of being punished with a transfer embargo. FIFA had cited the Basque club over a discrepancy relating to the early termination of substitute goalkeeper Alex Padilla’s loan with Mexica side Pumas, which led to them being on the Registration Bans list.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 15

Serie A | Parma 2-1 Verona: Siege eventually breaks 10 men

Verona heroically held out down to 10 men for most of the match, but capitulated in added time to a Mateo Pellegrino header for Parma’s second consecutive victory.

Brentford FC News / To The Lane And Back / February 15

Tim Sherwood throws shade at Tottenham while making huge transfer claim involving 18 G/A EPL star

Not many expected Tottenham to find themselves in their current position in the Premier League at this stage of the campaign. The Lilywhites are just five points clear of the relegation zone, making it difficult for fans to place complete faith in the present group of players.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 15

'The messages he’s brought' – Liam Delap reveals how Chelsea squad really feel about Rosenior’s tactics

Liam Delap believes the Chelsea players have brought into the messages Liam Rosenior has delivered since arriving earlier this year. The 41-year-old signed a six and half year contract after replacing Enzo Maresca, and has already made a positive impact in a short space of time.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 15

Serie A | Cremonese 0-0 Genoa: No dividing relegation battlers

Cremonese and Genoa were locked together going into this weekend, and remain in the same position after a goalless draw that saw Federico Bonazzoli hit the crossbar in stoppages.

Napoli News / Football Italia / February 15

Juventus chief Elkann calls to protest at serious refereeing errors

John Elkann, the President of Juventus owners Exor and heir to the Agnelli empire, personally called FIGC chief Gabriele Gravina to complain about ‘repeated

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 15

Report: Chelsea and Liverpool set to battle it out for Brazilian ace as asking price is revealed

Chelsea have been named as a potential suitor for Juventus defender Gleison Bremer according to reports in Italy. The Blues wanted to sign a new centre back in January, but failed to do so after Jeremy Jacquet opted to join Liverpool instead.

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Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 15

Confirmed Arsenal team v Wigan – Eze and Jesus start

Arsenal face Wigan in the FA Cup at the Emirates this afternoon, and this is the team selected by Mikel Arteta. Arsenal possesses the squad depth and quality required to progress confidently in this competition.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 15

Owen says Gyokeres is not the answer to Arsenal’s goalscoring problems

Michael Owen has expressed reservations about whether Viktor Gyokeres can fully resolve Arsenal’s goalscoring concerns, despite acknowledging the striker’s qualities.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 15

Alan Shearer says Arsenal improved after they subbed off Eze

Alan Shearer believes Arsenal improved during their recent clash with Brentford after Eberechi Eze was substituted at half-time. The midfielder was selected to start ahead of Martin Odegaard as Arsenal sought three crucial points, with Mikel Arteta placing trust in his ability to influence proceedings.