To most people, this midweek EFL Cup game is an inconvenience, distracting us from the real action in the Premier League and Champions League. But pundit and Chelsea fan Paul Merson sees it very differently.
Inter Milan president Beppe Marotta offered his condolences to the families of Paolo Saibene and Josep Martinez. Speaking to Sport Mediaset via FCInterNews, Marotta delivered the club’s stance on yesterday’s tragic event in Fenegro.
When John Kennedy walked out of Lennoxtown on Monday, he took with him far more than his pass card. He also carried 27 years of Celtic history and service, and the support would certainly thank him for that.
It may no longer be months but mere weeks until Kai Havertz makes his long-awaited return from injury. The German forward has been sidelined with a knee issue since late August, leaving Arsenal to cope without him through a demanding early-season run.
West Ham United manager Nuno Espírito Santo is reportedly ready to part ways with James Ward-Prowse in the upcoming January transfer window, according to The Times.
Despite the entire idea of forming a breakaway competition being on the rocks, The Superleague still continues to be an ongoing operation, and on Wednesday secured a major triumph in the courts.
Tottenham Hotspur’s midfield dilemma continues to trouble Thomas Frank as he searches for a long-term solution midway through the season. The partnership of Joao Palhinha and Rodrigo Bentancur have solidified Spurs’ midfield, adding a layer of protection in front of the backline that was time and again exposed last term.
The 2025/26 Premier League season has thrown up a clear group of chance creators who are shaping games every week. When we talk about the key chance creators in the 2025/26 Premier League season, we mean the players who keep supplying teammates with opportunities to score.
Chelsea are reportedly considering making an offer to sign a Real Madrid star in the shape of Eduardo Camavinga. This is a player who has certainly been linked with Chelsea before on a number of occasions, so it’s no surprise to see his name come up in the transfer rumour mill once again.
Luciano Spalletti is set to take charge of Juventus, and respected football executive Walter Sabatini has publicly supported the idea of his appointment.
Lazio head coach Maurizio Sarri is reflecting on his options ahead of Thursday’s away Serie A fixture against Pisa. The Biancocelesti started their campaign on a shaky note, but they’re now unbeaten in their last four.
Napoli star Kevin De Bruyne is expected to be unavailable until February at the earliest after undergoing surgery on his injured hamstring on Wednesday. De Bruyne immediately clutched his hamstring after converting a penalty during Napoli’s 3-1 win over Inter in Serie A over the weekend.
Barcelona are reportedly exploring a surprise move for Scott McTominay, who has been in fine form for Napoli since his switch from Manchester United last year.
Arsenal fans appear increasingly unbothered by criticism of their team’s pragmatic approach to football. Many now accept that effectiveness matters more than aesthetics.
The career paths of former Liverpool players can take some surprising turns and one ex-Red has lifted the lid on a life far removed from the roar of Anfield.
Chelsea’s squad ‘is not as great as everyone makes out’ and The Blues have been left short, is the opinion of one pundit this week. Chelsea are in League Cup action tonight against Wolves, and after the defeat in the Premier League on Saturday, Enzo Maresca knows he needs a response tonight.
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe calls Thomas Frank’s Tottenham side “tactically versatile and interesting” ahead of the Carabao Cup clash Tottenham Hotspur take on Newcastle United at the St James’ Park on Wednesday evening for a place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.
Arne Slot has admitted what many of us already know – our current form simply hasn’t been good enough. Speaking via liverpoolfc.com ahead of tonight’s Carabao Cup tie with Crystal Palace, Arne Slot didn’t hold back when reflecting on our recent performances.
Jobe Bellingham reportedly has no desire to join Manchester United in January despite his ongoing struggles at Borussia Dortmund. In recent weeks, the youngest Bellingham brother has been linked with a mid-season switch to Old Trafford as INEOS make plans to bolster Ruben Amorim’s ranks in midfield.
Manchester City take on Swansea tonight at the Swansea.com Stadium in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup. Pep Guardiola and his team will be hoping to pick up a win tonight to book their place in the next round of the competition.
Manchester United are determined to add reinforcement to the middle of the park, as Adam Wharton emerges as one of their main targets. Last summer, the Red Devils made wholesale changes in the attacking department, bringing in Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko, while offloading the members of the so-called ‘bomb squad’.
It has been an eventful season for Liverpool so far. The defending Premier League champions looked clear favorites to win the Premier League title and that is how they started their season.
Enzo Maresca has some interesting quotes out tonight about his team and their difficulties facing teams who play with a back 5. Sunderland were the latest team to get a result out of us, beating us 2-1 at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
Chelsea have held discussions this month about the possibility of signing Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano. The Blues tried to sign Dean Huijsen early in the summer, but he went to Real Madrid, whilst their only defensive addition was Jorrel Hato.
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has been advised against fielding Diogo Dalot in his starting lineup against Nottingham Forest. The Red Devils have been enjoying a purple patch in the last few weeks, winning their last three Premier League contests on the trot, at the expense of Sunderland, Liverpool, and most recently, Brighton.
Arsenal are set to face Brighton in the Carabao Cup tonight, in what promises to be a challenging fixture for Mikel Arteta’s side. Despite their strong form, the Gunners will need to be at their best to overcome a Brighton team known for its resilience and tactical discipline.