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Victor Lindelof edges ahead of Jadon Sancho at Villa as Unai Emery offers glowing praise

Victor Lindelof, the ex-Manchester United centre-back, made his first Premier League appearance of the season for Aston Villa over the weekend. After eight years with Manchester United, the Swede was let go in June and spent some time training back home before joining Aston Villa.

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Ilia Topuria Given Countdown as UFC Lightweight Gold Potentially at Risk

Ilia Topuria’s lightweight title reign is now on a countdown, and the warning isn’t coming from UFC brass, but from a bitter rival watching from the sidelines.

Denzel Dumfries News / The Cult of Calcio / December 12

Another Dumfries Saga Potentially Burgeoning at Inter

Denzel Dumfries has been absent since the last international break due to an ankle injury. The problem seemed mild at first. Instead, he has missed six matches already, and he’ll skip a few more, as he doesn’t really have a firm timetable to return.

Emile Smith-Rowe News / Extratime Talk / December 12

Emile Smith-Rowe’s Form: Could He Be Key For Fulham During AFCON?

With the imminent departure of players set to take place for Fulham and other teams due to AFCON, Emile Smith-Rowe’s form has shown that he may be able to help Fulham during a period with depleted squad numbers.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 7

Williot Swedberg stuns Real Madrid as Celta Vigo secure Bernabeu victory

Real Madrid 0-2 Celta Vigo Real Madrid have fallen to their second La Liga defeat of the season, with Celta Vigo securing an impressive victory at the Bernabeu.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 5

Rangers contact highly rated La Liga Sporting Director over move

Real Betis are one of the form and fashionable teams in Spain, as they pursue European football and potentially even a Champions League spot. Los Verdiblancos

Unai Emery News / Caught Offside / December 4

Why Unai Emery ripped off his coat during Brighton clash

Aston Villa produced one of the most dramatic turnarounds of the Premier League season on Wednesday night, edging Brighton & Hove Albion 4-3 in a pulsating clash at the Amex Stadium.

Pau Torres News / NBC Sports / December 3

Watch: Pau Torres' own goal gifts Brighton 2-0 lead over Aston Villa | Premier League

Villarreal News / The Cult of Calcio / December 3

Chelsea Yet to Resume Chasing After Milan Star Maignan

The race to capture Mike Maignan on a free transfer has already started, as Milan will struggle to mend fences with his entourage, but Chelsea, which came fairly close to signing him last summer, haven’t been active lately, Fabrizio Romano reports (via CalcioNews24).

Villarreal News / Football Espana / December 2

Barcelona player ratings against Atletico Madrid: Pedri runs the show at Spotify Camp Nou

Barcelona have stretched their lead at the La Liga summit to five points with a 3-1 victory over Atletico Madrid at the Spotify Camp Nou. A quiet night for the Barcelona goalkeeper, who had only one save to make aside from picking the ball out of his net after Alex Baena’s side, which he could do little about.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 2

Barcelona stretch La Liga lead with battling victory over Atletico Madrid

Barcelona 3-1 Atletico Madrid Barcelona have made it five La Liga victories in a row, having come from behind to defeat Atletico Madrid at the Spotify Camp Nou.

Samuel Chukwueze News / NBC Sports / December 2

Watch: Samuel Chukwueze makes it 5-3 as Fulham launch comeback v. Man City | Premier League

Nicolas Jackson News / ESPN / November 29

Late Díaz, Jackson goals see Bayern past St. Pauli

Luis Díaz and Nicolas Jackson scored in added-on time as Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich came from behind to claim a 3-1 win over plucky St Pauli.

Samuel Chukwueze News / Extratime Talk / November 27

Samuel Chukwueze’s Form: The Nigerian Winger Showing His Importance For Fulham

Following his assist at the weekend, Samuel Chukwueze’s form appears to be good for Fulham, as the Nigerian winger shows his importance to the side. The player joined the club in the summer, and, although Samuel Chukwueze’s form has taken time to improve, the player may be showing how pivotal he may now be to Fulham.

Villarreal News / Caught Offside / November 26

End of the road for 2024 Maresca signing as Chelsea initiate move for top target

Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen is facing an uncertain future at the club, and he could be on his way out in the coming months. According to Sky Sports, Chelsea have opened talks with the representatives of French International goalkeeper Mike Maignan.

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Villarreal News / Caught Offside / November 26

Chelsea activate operation to sign 30-year-old who is closer to leaving Euro giants

According to Sky Sport, Chelsea are now working towards signing AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan. The French goalkeeper was being targeted in the summer transfer window by Chelsea but the Blues failed to sign him but remained interested in him.

Enzo Maresca News / HITC / November 23

Why Enzo Maresca lost patience with Robert Sanchez moments before Chelsea’s second goal

Robert Sanchez is the undisputed No.1 goalkeeper at Chelsea, and that does not seem likely to change anytime soon. With Filip Jorgensen stuck behind him in the pecking order, there are already rumours of a January exit for the Swede.

Yeremy Pino News / NBC Sports / November 22

Watch: Yeremy Pino top corner shot to doubles Crystal Palace's lead | Premier League

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / November 19

How Every Chelsea Player Performed in November International Break

Before we return to Premier League action let’s take a breather to look back over the past week and a half to discuss how each Chelsea player performed during the international break.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / November 14

How & Where to Watch Angola vs Argentina? Time, Live Streaming & TV Channels

The Argentina national team will play their last match of the year as they will play against Angola in a friendly match. The game will be played at the Estádio 11 de Novembro in Luanda, Angola.

Villarreal News / Total Apex Sports / October 23

Harry Kane Just Embarrassed Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo With a Ridiculous New Record

Look, we’ve all heard the endless debates about who’s the greatest: Messi or Ronaldo? The arguments have raged on for years, splitting living rooms and comment sections down the middle.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / October 22