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'This is the reason' – Enzo Maresca explains why he made the subs he did against Atalanta

Enzo Maresca has revealed why he made the changes he did in Chelsea’s defeat to Atalanta in the Champions League. The Blues slumped to a 2-1 defeat in Italy, their second in the competition this season, and Maresca’s men are now on a four game winless run.

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Andy Robertson gives typically honest answer over huge VAR talking points in Liverpool win

Andy Robertson was typically forthright with his assessment of the two major VAR talking points from Liverpool’s win over Inter Milan on Tuesday night.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 9

Inter Milan 0-1 Liverpool – Man City Owned Star Uncomfortable After Heartbreaking Defeat: 'It’s Hard To Lose Like This'

After Inter Milan fell 0-1 to Liverpool, center-back Manuel Akanji described the result as difficult to accept. Speaking to InterTV via FCInterNews, the 30-year-old star revealed his disappointment with the outcome.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 9

Arsenal’s poor away form could ruin their Champions League chances

Winning titles requires success both at home and away, as failing to perform on the road can undermine a team’s championship ambitions. In recent weeks, Arsenal’s away form has been disappointing, negatively impacting their position in the league.

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 9

Conte: ‘Napoli have grown through hardship – no excuses in Lisbon’

Antonio Conte called for clarity, composure and personality as Napoli prepare for a decisive Champions League trip to Benfica, stressing that his squad must “leave the pitch without regrets” despite another demanding week and a mounting list of absences.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 9

'It’s quite bad' – Enzo Maresca provides worrying injury update after Atalanta defeat

Enzo Maresca is hopeful Wesley Fofana will be available for Saturday’s game against Everton after picking up an eye injury against Atalanta. Chelsea’s poor start to December continued as they slipped to a 2-1 defeat in the Champions League, and are now on a four match winless run.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 9

‘Man of the match’ – Stephen Warnock singles out three ‘outstanding performers’ in Liverpool win

Stephen Warnock singled out three Liverpool players for praise after their richly deserved 1-0 victory away to Inter Milan on Tuesday night. The Reds overcame

Real Madrid News / Caught Offside / December 9

Report: Jurgen Klopp informs club what it would take for him to manage them

Real Madrid are interested in appointing Jurgen Klopp as their next manager. Xabi Alonso has not been able to live up to the expectations, and the Spanish outfit are already looking for alternatives.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 9

3 things we learned from Tottenham’s ruthless 3-0 Champions League win over Slavia Prague

Tottenham Hotspur enjoyed an inspired win against Slavia Prague in the Champions League earlier today. Thomas Frank & Co. built on that win against Brentford at the weekend as they moved one step closer to automatic qualification for the knockout stages of the European top tier.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 9

Alexis Mac Allister did something in 75th minute v Inter that Liverpool fans will love

It may have gone largely unnoticed, but Alexis Mac Allister did something in the second half of Liverpool’s win over Inter Milan tonight which’ll have delighted Arne Slot and Reds supporters.

RB Leipzig News / Caught Offside / December 9

Liverpool & Chelsea want Arsenal priority target who could cost upto €100 million

Yan Diomande has been linked with a move away from RB Leipzig in recent months. According to a report from Fichajes, Liverpool and Chelsea are interested in the player, and he’s likely to cost around €80-100 million.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 9

Report: Crystal Palace join four-way tussle for 13-G/A midfield prodigy

Crystal Palace are interested in signing the UCD midfielder Adam Brennan. According to a report from Football Insider, they will face competition from Birmingham, Hull City, and Wrexham.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Esteemed Kompany / December 9

Playing Real Madrid at the Bernabeu will give Manchester City a glimpse at their progress

Manchester City take on Real Madrid at the Bernabeu on Wednesday night in their sixth fixture of this season’s UEFA Champions League league phase. Manchester City’s unexpected defeat to Bayer Leverkusen on matchday five means they are precariously placed to finish in the top eight of the Champions League league phase.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / December 9

Report: Leeds open talks with La Liga giants over attacker transfer

Barcelona attacker Roony Bardghji has been linked with a move away from the club during the January window. The Swedish international has struggled for regular opportunities at the Spanish club, and he needs a fresh start.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 9

Arteta calls up academy quartet to first team training amidst injury concerns

Mikel Arteta has called up four academy players to join Arsenal’s first-team training ahead of their game against Club Brugge tomorrow. The senior squad has been heavily affected by injuries in recent weeks, making it essential to manage player availability carefully and avoid further setbacks.

RB Leipzig News / Esteemed Kompany / December 9

Further details emerge on John Stones injury but no timeline for how long he will be out for is set

John Stones missed Manchester City’s 3-nil win over Sunderland on Saturday with an undisclosed injury. Pep Guardiola revealed after his team’s dominant win at the Etihad that the England international had sustained an injury in the lead-up to last weekend’s Premier League fixture.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 9

‘It would be mad’ – Curtis Jones says what all Liverpool fans want to hear ahead of Inter Milan clash

Curtis Jones has stressed he and his Liverpool teammates are desperate to get back to winning ways against Inter Milan in the Champions League this evening.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 9

‘Injustice’ – Dejan Lovren reply to Mo Salah social media post clearly shows whose side he is on

Dejan Lovren and Mo Salah were extremely close friends during their three years together at Liverpool, and the former Reds defender has unsurprisingly come out strongly in support of the Egyptian after the latter’s explosive comments over the weekend.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 9

Chelsea’s social media silence highlights awkward situation around £50m transfer

Matt Law of the Daily Telegraph is well connected at Chelsea, and won’t want to upset his sources there. But even he has to check in on the bizarre (and some would say outrageous) circumstances around Raheem Sterling.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / December 9

Chelsea vs Atalanta Confirmed Lineups for December 9

These are the Chelsea vs Atalanta confirmed lineups for their UEFA Champions League tie. This is a clash in the League Phase of the tournament with both sides entering on 10 points with five points separating first from tenth.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 9

One Chelsea player in Team of the Week – and why it’s bad news for the Blues

While the focus right now is on tonight’s Champions League game, there is some interesting Premier League news coming out from the weekend just gone. The WhoScored team of the week is out, and it features one Blue after their 0-0 draw with Bournemouth – goalkeeper Robert Sanchez.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 9

Horrible stats show how much Chelsea player has struggled compared to Nicolas Jackson

Liam Delap’s shoulder injury picked up on Saturday against Bournemouth rules him out for a month at least, but it’s not just bad news for the former Ipswich man.

Celta Vigo News / Field Level Media / December 9

Lionel Messi wins MLS MVP for second straight year

Lionel Messi is the first back-to-back winner of the Landon Donovan MLS MVP award, the latest achievement in a season in which he was named the MLS Cup MVP as he led Inter Miami to its first league title.

Leeds United News / Extratime Talk / December 9

Mohamed Salah’s Interview Outburst Shockingly Exposes Tensions With Liverpool and Arne Slot and Puts His Future in Doubt

In Mohamed Salah’s interview outburst, the summary of his words are “I don’t deserve to be treated like this cos I’ve worked hard for the team and I’ve earned my place,” which in hindsight is actually true.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 9

Martin Keown gives his response to Paul Scholes criticism

Martin Keown has responded to Paul Scholes, who suggested that the Arsenal icon is biased following his commentary on the Aston Villa versus Arsenal match at the weekend.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 9

Ancelotti reveals which clubs he expects to claim CL and PL glory

Carlo Ancelotti reveals which clubs he expects to claim Champions League and Premier League glory

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Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 9

Aston Villa vs Arsenal 2-1: Arsenal Loss to Aston Villa Exposes Some Glaring Frailties

The Arsenal loss to Aston Villa in the Premier League at Villa Park on Saturday, December 6, threw the title race wide open as the final results read: Aston Villa vs Arsenal 2-1.