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

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.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 9

Inter vs Liverpool – Calhanoglu blow as talisman forced off with early injury

Inter faced a worrying start to their Champions League match against Liverpool tonight, with talismanic central midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu forced off in the first 12 minutes after what appears to be an issue with his thigh.

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

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.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 9

Inter Milan Vs Liverpool – Cristian Chivu Stresses Importance Of Tonight’s Champions League Blockbuster: 'We Know That 12 Points Are Not Enough'

Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu highlighted the significance of taking three points in tonight’s clash against Liverpool. Speaking to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, Chivu reiterated Inter’s desire to pick up a long-overdue win against a top team.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 9
Three Arsenal stars missed training ahead of tomorrow’s match

Three Arsenal stars missed training ahead of tomorrow’s match

Arsenal believed they had addressed their recurring injury issues when they strengthened their squad over the summer. However, those problems have persisted, leaving the Gunners struggling to manage player fitness effectively.

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

‘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.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 9

Inter Milan Vs Liverpool – Nerazzurri President Heaps Praise On Fierce Champions League Rivals: 'Always A Dangerous Opponent'

Inter Milan president Beppe Marotta hailed Liverpool ahead of tonight’s mouth-watering Champions League clash. Speaking to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, Marotta praised the Reds despite their troubled patch.

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

‘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 / Football Italia / December 9

Palladino: ‘Chelsea are strong, but Atalanta want to prove ourselves’

Raffaele Palladino explains his own surprising Atalanta choices and gives his reaction to Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea picks. ‘Chelsea are strong, but we want to prove what we can do.’ It kicks off at the New Balance Arena in Bergamo at 20.00 GMT.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / December 9
Canadian M Mathieu Choiniere joins LAFC on permanent basis

Canadian M Mathieu Choiniere joins LAFC on permanent basis

Los Angeles FC fully acquired midfielder Mathieu Choiniere from Swiss Super League side Grasshopper on Tuesday. The 26-year-old Canadian arrived in L.A.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 9
Chelsea’s social media silence highlights awkward situation around £50m transfer

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.

Napoli News / Caught Offside / December 9
Tottenham have advantage over Bayern & Napoli in the race for £80m target

Tottenham have advantage over Bayern & Napoli in the race for £80m target

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo.  The 20-year-old has done quite well for the Manchester United first team since coming through the academy.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 9
Carragher names a player whose current form should worry Arsenal

Carragher names a player whose current form should worry Arsenal

Jamie Carragher has argued that Phil Foden’s renewed form should concern Arsenal supporters, suggesting that the midfielder’s influence could guide Manchester City towards another league title.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 9
Liverpool team news v Inter: Isak and Mac Allister recalled as Arne Slot springs Wirtz surprise

Liverpool team news v Inter: Isak and Mac Allister recalled as Arne Slot springs Wirtz surprise

Liverpool play their final Champions League fixture of 2025 tonight as they take on last season’s runners-up Internazionale at the San Siro. The Reds won

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / December 9
Chelsea vs Atalanta Confirmed Lineups for 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.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 9
One Chelsea player in Team of the Week – and why it’s bad news for the Blues

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

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.

Lille News / Caught Offside / December 9
Report: Amorim wants Man United to sign 'silent leader' from La Liga club for £26m

Report: Amorim wants Man United to sign 'silent leader' from La Liga club for £26m

Manchester United are interested in signing the Elche defender David Affengruber. The 24-year-old central defender has done well for the Spanish club, and Manchester United are keen on him.

Olympique Lyonnais News / Caught Offside / December 9
Report: Man United could use first-team outcast to land €70m attacking sensation

Report: Man United could use first-team outcast to land €70m attacking sensation

Manchester United are interested in signing the PSG attacker Bradley Barcola at the end of the season. The 23-year-old is highly rated across Europe, and he has been a key player for the French outfit.

Celta Vigo News / Field Level Media / December 9
Lionel Messi wins MLS MVP for second straight year

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.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 9
Can Arsenal continue their fine run against Belgian teams tomorrow?

Can Arsenal continue their fine run against Belgian teams tomorrow?

Arsenal travel to Club Brugge tomorrow for their first-ever meeting with the Belgian side, and their recent record against teams from Belgium will give them confidence ahead of the fixture.

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

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 / Extratime Talk / December 9
Club Brugge vs Arsenal: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Club Brugge vs Arsenal: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Club Brugge vs Arsenal is going to be an entertaining clash on Matchday 6 of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League new league stage when the two sides clash at the Jan Breydel Stadium on Wednesday, December 10.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 9
Martin Keown gives his response to Paul Scholes criticism

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

The 66-year-old manager has been at the helm of Brazil’s national side since May.

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

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.

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