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Xabi Alonso gives injury update on Real Madrid pair following Getafe victory

Real Madrid returned to the top of the La Liga standings on Sunday with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Getafe at the Coliseum, with Kylian Mbappe’s late goal proving to be the difference.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / October 19

Scouting Lautaro Rivero: Strengths, Weakness & fit at Tottenham under Thomas Frank

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for Lautaro Rivero of late. And given how the North Londoners have prioritised bringing in highly regarded young players and developing them through the corridors at Hotspur Way, he does look like a proper Lilywhites buy (for the last couple of years or so).

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / October 19

Report: Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers wanted by Premier League side

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is reportedly wanted by Nottingham Forest to replace Ange Postecoglou. The Australian manager was dismissed shortly after the defeat to Chelsea on Saturday afternoon leading to speculation over who would take over at the City Ground.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 19

Referee expert: ‘AC Milan penalty outside of VAR protocol’

Refereeing expert Luca Marelli agrees with Fiorentina protests that the AC Milan penalty incident was ‘outside the protocol’ of VAR, because it was not a ‘clear and obvious error.’ The moment proved decisive not just for the match, but also the entire Serie A table, as the 2-1 victory sent the Rossoneri into top spot.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / October 19

Sandman’s Definitive Ratings – Celtic v The Angus Catacombs

THE FRIENDLY GHOST – 6/10 – Booked for being angry, like the rest of us, having to watch the shambles unfold ahead of him. And behind him at kick-off…Nothing he could do about the goals as his defence betrayed his confidence and indulged in sabotage.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 19

Arsenal is one of the clubs watching French teenager

One of the most exciting talents at the U20 World Cup is France’s Djylian N’Guessan, and Arsenal are reported to be interested in signing him. The 17-year-old winger currently plays for Ligue 2 club Saint-Étienne and has already begun earning opportunities with their first team this season.

Inter Miami News / Yardbarker / October 19

Lionel Messi soars, Portland craters on MLS Decision Day

After nine months and 34 matchdays, it's all over. The 2025 Major League Soccer regular season has come to a close, and 18 of its 30 franchises — nine from each conference — remain in competition for this year's MLS Cup.

Ronny Deila out as HC of Atlanta United after poor season

Lionel Messi clinches MLS Golden Boot in Miami's win over Nashville

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Roy Keane picks the one thing that has changed for Manchester United

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Soccer News / Football Italia / October 19

Allegri explains AC Milan choices: ‘I needed to keep options’

Max Allegri explains his tactical decisions after AC Milan beat Fiorentina with a Rafael Leao brace to go top of the table. ‘I needed to have some options off the bench.’ The Rossoneri knew this was a huge opportunity to go top of the table after defeats for Roma, Napoli and Juventus this weekend, so the pressure was on.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / October 19

'They didn’t explain things properly to him' – Fabregas & Tudor public spat continues

Como manager, Cesc Fabregas, and his Juventus counterpart Igor Tudor extended their public following Sunday’s contest at the Sinigaglia. The Croatian had fired the first bullet by describing the Lariani as a ‘fake small club’, citing their immense financial means.

Getafe News / Football Espana / October 19

Getafe 0-1 Real Madrid player ratings: Substitutes make the difference for Los Blancos

Real Madrid are back to the top of La Liga after a narrow 1-0 victory over Getafe in Sunday’s Madrid derby. Here’s how their players fared at the Coliseum.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 19

Prade: ‘VAR scandalous, but Pioli is only man for Fiorentina’

Fiorentina director Daniele Pradè hit out at the ‘scandalous’ VAR decision giving Milan a 2-1 victory, but also accepted ‘blame’ for their current predicament.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 19

Modric hails Leao as ‘one of the best in the world, and he can still improve’

Rafael Leao feels the ‘team emerged’ after breaking the deadlock to turn Fiorentina around, but Luka Modric warns his AC Milan teammate ‘is one of the

Getafe News / Football Espana / October 19

Real Madrid strike late to see off 9-man Getafe in edgy encounter

Getafe 0-1 Real Madrid Real Madrid have returned to the top of the La Liga standings after a narrow victory over Getafe in the Madrid derby at the Coliseum.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / October 19

Watch: Dens Park protest against Board leaves Celtic stars fuming

Celtic fans continued their protests against Michael Nicholson and the Celtic Board during this afternoon’s meeting with Dundee. The Scottish Champions fell to a 2-0 defeat against the Dee, the first time Dundee have beaten Celtic since 1988.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / October 19

Milan Player Ratings vs Fiorentina: Leao Sends San Siro into Dreamland

Serie A title hopefuls Milan fought back from a second-half deficit to beat Fiorentina 2-1 on Stefano Pioli’s return to San Siro. The Rossoneri spoiled

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 19

Ex-Premier League goalkeeper reveals how he missed chance to join Arsenal

Vicente Guaita played in over 100 Premier League games for Crystal Palace, but Arsenal could have been his first English club. After a fine season at Valencia, the Gunners expressed interest in signing him in the summer of 2013, with Arsène Wenger identifying him as an ideal backup goalkeeper.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / October 19

Bayern line up move for Atletico star once on Tottenham Hotspur’s radar

Tottenham Hotspur’s need to bring in new players in the middle of the park is widely known. And this took the recruitment team at N17 to places. One of them was Spain, where the Lilywhites tried to pursue a high-profile move to bring Atletico Madrid midfielder Pablo Barrios to Hotspur Way earlier this year.

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 19

‘Last year they didn’t have that’: Roy Keane picks the one thing that has changed for Man United

Former Manchester United star Roy Keane has suggested that the team has added goals this season, and that could make a huge difference for them as the

Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / October 19

Tottenham Hotspur vs Aston Villa: Five things we learned

Tottenham Hotspur returned to the Premier League action earlier today. It was a frustrating result for Thomas Frank‘s men (FT 1-2), who started with an aggressive press in the early exchanges which ended up setting the tone of the high press every time Emi Martinez had the ball.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 19

Man United player ratings: Harry Maguire the hero with winning goal & rock-solid display vs Liverpool

Manchester United have pulled off a superb 2-1 win against Liverpool at Anfield in one of the big surprises of the season so far. The Red Devils have made a pretty unconvincing start to the season, and will not have been the favourites to win today, but took an early lead through Bryan Mbeumo and then scored a late winner through Harry Maguire.

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 19

'Rarely looked like a £50m player': Man United player told to step up against Liverpool

Simon Stone has urged Manuel Ugarte to step up against Liverpool in the final half hour as Manchester United look to secure all three points. Manchester United had a dream start against Liverpool at Anfield as Bryan Mbeumo scored in the opening minutes to hand them the lead.

Atlanta United News / Field Level Media / October 19

Ronny Deila out as coach of Atlanta United after poor season

Atlanta United dismissed head coach Ronny Deila on Sunday after one season. The club was 5-16-13 in MLS play (6-18-13 in all competitions) and posted just one win in its past 18 matches.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 19

Former referee discusses Gyokeres role after Arsenal did not get penalty against Fulham

In the 55th minute of Arsenal’s match against Fulham, the Gunners could have been awarded a penalty, but Viktor Gyokeres stayed on his feet. The Swedish striker is suffering from a serious goal drought at the moment and is eager to end it as soon as possible.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 19

‘Struggling’ – Carragher and Neville agree on Liverpool’s biggest problem player vs Man Utd

Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville expressed concern with Virgil van Dijk’s performance against Manchester United. The Dutchman made an early blunder early on in Liverpool’s Premier League encounter with the Red Devils.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / October 19

Bryan Mbeumo playing key role in Manchester United’s pursuit of £100 million star

Manchester United’s season has shown a sense of unpredictability. Amid the mixed results, one figure quietly takes on a bigger role than expected. Bryan Mbeumo, their £71 million summer signing, plays more than just the role of a winger, finding his feet.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / October 19

Pep Guardiola has pointed out a problem that his players must rectify

Erling Haaland’s second-half brace lifted Manchester City to a 2-nil win over Everton at the Etihad Stadium yesterday. Haaland’s goals knocked the stuffing out of Everton, and ensured that City extended their unbeaten run to eight matches in all competitions.

Lille News / We All Follow United / October 19

Veteran star set for stunning Manchester United u-turn; Amorim faith restored

Manchester United’s midfield picture has changed again this season. One name that refuses to fade quietly is Casemiro. Once Amorim viewed him as unwanted, but the veteran midfielder has turned things around with steady performances and renewed energy.

Real Betis News / We All Follow United / October 19

Real Betis plot Antony-style swoop for frustrated Manchester United star

Manchester United face another uneasy situation with Joshua Zirkzee, the Dutch forward who arrived last summer with high expectations and a substantial transfer fee.