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Chelsea duo dominate duels 16 to 4, but produce fewer forward passes together than Calum Chambers

Moises Caicedo was brought in to Chelsea’s midfield to strengthen them last night in a largely rotated team, and it worked a treat alongside fellow enforcer Andrey Santos.

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Nwaneri opens up on how Arsenal first spotted him

Ethan Nwaneri has developed into one of the finest players to emerge from the Arsenal academy and successfully break into the club’s first team. The Gunners have continued to nurture his progress, and he has now been promoted to the senior squad permanently.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 17

Alberto Costa could return to Serie A six months after Juventus sold him

Juventus’ decision to sell Alberto Costa to FC Porto just six months ago is increasingly being viewed as a puzzling move, especially given the progress the Portuguese right back was beginning to make at the club.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 17

The shift that made Van Dijk Liverpool’s tone-setter – The Athletic

A subtle structural change behind the scenes has helped explain why one Liverpool figure is increasingly unavoidable. Virgil van Dijk has long been our captain on paper, but his influence under Arne Slot has taken on a more defined shape this season.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 17

Conte: ‘Napoli want to win deservedly, Lukaku needs patience’

Antonio Conte says that he wants Napoli to win and to deserve it when they face Milan in the Supercoppa Italiana semi-final on Thursday night and has provided fitness updates on the recently-returned Stanislav Lobotka and Romelu Lukaku. The Partenopei will take on Milan in the first of the Supercoppa Italiana semi-finals on Thursday night.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 17

Report: Liverpool showing ‘genuine interest’ in swoop for ‘relentless roadrunner’ from PL rivals

According to reports from Spain, Liverpool are among four Premier League clubs showing an interest in snapping up a current star of the English top flight.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 17

Di Lorenzo: ‘Penalties are a lottery, Napoli want to beat Milan in normal time’

Giovanni Di Lorenzo has made it clear that Napoli are in it to win it at the Supercoppa Italiana in Saudi Arabia, and has implored his teammates to get the job done in 90 minutes when they come up against Milan in the semi-final on Thursday: ‘Penalties are a lottery’. The Supercoppa Italiana gets underway in Riyadh with the Napoli vs.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 17

Dressing room factor which means Chelsea care more about EFL Cup than normal this year

Chelsea had to call on their big guns last night to beat Cardiff and qualify for the EFL Cup semi finals. Enzo Maresca tried to rotate things, but ended up bringing on a chunk of his regulars to get the job done against a spirited Bluebirds outfit.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 17

David Ornstein drops transfer bombshell involving Tottenham and Manchester City

Tottenham Hotspur are likely to be in the market for reinforcements when the transfer window reopens on January 1 after dismal run of form over the last two months.

Girona FC News / Last Word On Sports / December 17

Carlos Alcaraz Announces End of Coaching Partnership with Juan Carlos Ferrero After Years of Success

Carlos Alcaraz has confirmed that he and long-time coach Juan Carlos Ferrero have mutually decided to end their professional relationship after more than seven years together, bringing to a close one of the most successful player-coach partnerships of the modern era.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / December 17

Date set for return of Ronald Araujo to Barcelona action

Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo returned to training on Wednesday this week, after taking a leave of absence. The Uruguayan defender has a target in mind to return to the pitch.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 17

Emi Martinez opens up on the motivation behind his Arsenal move

Emiliano Martinez joined Arsenal fifteen years ago as a teenager from Argentina after the Gunners identified him as one of the finest young prospects in his country.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 17

Winger names one thing Chelsea did wrong in conceding to Cardiff

Pedro Neto scored another crucial goal last night, taking his tally for the season to 6, making it already his joint most prolific season. He’s going to get a lot more.

AS Roma News / The Cult of Calcio / December 17

Roma and Everton Could Put Together Swap of Strikers

Roma haven’t given up on Joshua Zirkzee but are kicking the tires on other center-forwards. Manchester United prefer waiting and will only sell him for a hefty sum.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 17

Luckhurst: Man United now preparing to ‘welcome’ £190k-a-week player to Ruben Amorim’s ranks

Manchester United are preparing to ‘welcome’ Harry Maguire back into the fold following his injury layoff. The centre-half has been ruled out since United’s 2-2 away draw with Tottenham Hotspur, during which he limped off in the 72nd minute with a hamstring issue.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 17

Latest Napoli Supercoppa Italiana team news: Lukaku boost, one defensive doubt

Antonio Conte will have a Romelu Lukaku-shaped card up his sleeve for the Supercoppa Italiana in Saudi Arabia, but full-back Mathias Olivera is a risk for Napoli after Wednesday’s training according to the latest updates. The Partenopei will take on Milan in the first of the two Supercoppa Italiana semi-finals on Thursday evening.

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Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 17

Newcastle United in pole position to sign ex-Tottenham playmaker

Newcastle United are looking for reinforcements in the January transfer window and the player on their radar is Giovani Lo Celso of Real Betis, according to Fichajes.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 17

'Really good signing' – Alan Smith names Chelsea ace who impressed him against Cardiff

Sky Sports pundit Alan Smith believes Chelsea have a made a “really good” signing in Pedro Neto after the blues beat Cardiff on Tuesday night. Chelsea advanced to the semi finals of the Carabao Cup with a 3-1 win against the League One side, but were made to work harder than they would have wanted to.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 17

Crystal Palace targeting English manager to replace Oliver Glasner

Crystal Palace have begun internal contingency planning amid growing uncertainty over Oliver Glasner’s long-term future at Selhurst Park, with Strasbourg head coach Liam Rosenior identified as one of three leading candidates should the Eagles fail to agree a new contract with their current manager.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 17

Walcott thinks Arsenal getting lucky is exactly what can help them win the league

Even the most loyal Arsenal supporters would struggle to deny that the Gunners were fortunate in their 2 – 1 victory over Wolves at the weekend. The match did not unfold as many expected, with Arsenal finding it difficult to break down a determined and well-organised visiting side.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 17

Report: Juventus view Chelsea ace as realistic transfer option as they look to reinforce key area

Juventus believe Andrey Santos is a realistic option should a move for Marseille’s Pierre Emile Hojbjerg fail to materialise. Santos joined Chelsea in January 2023 from Brazilian club Vasco da Gama in a deal believed to worth just £13m, and is looking somewhat of a bargain.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 17

70-app PL star being targeted by INEOS said he first realised his ‘dream’ when he walked out at Old Trafford

Tyler Adams says he realised that his ‘dream’ was to play in the Premier League after he walked out at Old Trafford for the first time. In the build-up to Bournemouth’s clash in M16 on Monday evening, the USMNT international told ‘The Captain’ podcast (by Verizon): “It’s just a special occasion.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 17