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Predicted XI: Enzo Maresca goes full strength with one exception in team to face Bayern

Tonight is the night. Chelsea play Bayern Munich in their glorious and long awaited return to the Champions League. For Enzo Maresca and many of the players this is a first, and a moment they’ve been building up to through their whole career, since childhood.

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Juventus is linked with a move for 20 million euros Real Madrid star

Juventus have been linked with a potential move for Ferland Mendy, as the French defender appears to be slipping down the pecking order at Real Madrid.

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 17

Milan vs. Bologna penalty row referee and VAR ‘made 2 fundamental errors’

Refereeing chief Gianluca Rocchi confirms there were ‘two fundamental errors’ by VAR in the handling of the revoked penalty during Milan’s Serie A win over Bologna.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / September 17

Chivu Aiming To Buck Negative Trend In Champions League Opening Matches In Ajax vs Inter Milan

Inter Milan will look to buck an unwanted trend in Champions League openers when they encounter Ajax in Amsterdam later tonight. According to FCInterNews, last season’s runners-up have won their curtain-raising fixture only once in their past ten group/league phase appearances.

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The 'Premier League Golden Boot winners' quiz

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Soccer News / Football Espana / September 17

Barcelona in talks to extend Spotify shirt sponsorship agreement

Barcelona are reportedly in talks to extend their shirt sponsorship agreement with Spotify. Their current deal runs until 2026, but the music streaming giants are keen to continue their partnership, which represents one of the main revenue streams for the Blaugrana.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 17

Ornstein shares Liverpool line-up insight ahead of Atletico meeting

Liverpool are set to begin their Champions League campaign against Atletico Madrid tonight, but one of our biggest summer signings may not be ready to start the game.

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 17

Referees appointed for Serie A Week 4 inc. Rome Derby

Simone Sozza will officiate Sunday’s Rome derby between Roma and Lazio, while Antonio Rapuano will be in charge of Hellas Verona-Juventus. The Italian Association of Referees (AIA) has appointed the match officials for the upcoming Serie A Round, starting with Lecce-Cagliari on Friday, September 19.

Sassuolo News / SempreInter.com / September 17

Official – Livio Marinelli To Referee Inter Milan Vs Sassuolo Serie A Clash

Referee Livio Marinelli will be in charge of Sunday’s Serie A clash between Inter Milan and Sassuolo. As confirmed by Lega Serie A via FCInterNews, Ivano Pezzuto will be on VAR duty for the match.

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 17

Donnarumma reveals his favourite Serie A clubs: ‘Hard to choose’

Italy captain Gianluigi Donnarumma admits it’s ‘hard to choose’ between Milan and Napoli and hopes his mother will support him and not the Partenopei in their Champions League meeting tomorrow.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / September 17

'Most likely'- Tottenham set for £100m windfall; set to be invested in player wages and transfers

Tottenham are entering a new era under the Lewis family’s stewardship after the club announced the shock departure of Daniel Levy. The Englishman was relieved of his duties by the Lilywhites after he failed to capture the essence of what the North London club stood for, and that is, winning trophies on a consistent basis.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / September 17

Latest: Romano explains Chelsea thinking in doubling down on huge midfield investment

It will be a while before we really know whether Chelsea’s latest summer of spending was worth it. But there are plenty of moves the Blues made over the last few years we can definitively say worked out – and one of them without doubt is the monster transfer of Moises Caicedo.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / September 17

‘He was like a young horse’ – Ex-Liverpool goalkeeper shares vivid insight on current Reds ace

A former Liverpool goalkeeper has jumped to the defence of a current Reds player who’s borne the brunt of some recent criticism. While the Premier League

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / September 17

'I want the ball'- In-form Tottenham star outlines new role under Thomas Frank

Lucas Bergvall is enjoying life under Thomas Frank right now after playing a crucial role in the Dane’s system. Like many other players in the squad, the Sweden international is operating in a different position for the Lilywhites.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 17

Van Dijk urges Anfield to become fortress again ahead of Atletico showdown

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has spoken passionately about the return of Champions League football to Anfield, highlighting how crucial our support will be when Atletico Madrid visit.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 17

‘Top class’ – Harvey Elliott already has Villa fans and media enraptured after ‘dream’ first start

Harvey Elliott is still technically a Liverpool player, but it already seems a formality that his loan move to Aston Villa will soon be made permanent.

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Villarreal News / To The Lane And Back / September 17

Tottenham Hotspur have the last laugh vs Villarreal in ‘big’ moment for Thomas Frank

Tottenham Hotspur bagged their first win of the Champions League campaign by beating Villarreal 1-0 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Tuesday evening.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / September 17

‘A decent chance’: Amorim implores INEOS to approach £17.3m midfielder with 177 PL appearances for January transfer

Already considering how he can have his options bolstered mid-season, Ruben Amorim has one former Premier League talisman on his shortlist. That is, of course, if the Manchester United boss makes it until January in the dugout at Old Trafford.

Kostas Tsimikas News / Empire of the Kop / September 17

Kostas Tsimikas’ love for Liverpool burns ever brighter after subtle Instagram update

Kostas Tsimikas is living proof that you can take the man out of Liverpool, but you can’t take Liverpool out of the man! After five seasons at Anfield, the 29-year-old has joined AS Roma on loan for the current campaign, having been omitted from the matchday squad for our first three competitive matches in August.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 17

Scout: Chelsea are the latest team making a move to sign bargain free transfer

According to one scout today, Chelsea are the latest club looking to make a move to sign a bargain free transfer. Loads of things went on in another crazy summer transfer market over the summer but not everything got done that was supposed to get done.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / September 17

Building connections on the pitch is key for the new-look Manchester City

One standout moment from Manchester City’s win over Manchester United was the City player’s celebrations of Gianluigi Donnarumma’s stunning save to deny Bryan Mbeumo in the 61st minute of Sunday’s Manchester derby.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / September 17

Bayern Munich vs Chelsea UCL: Three Key Factors, Starting Lineups, Injuries

Bayern Munich host Chelsea at the Allianz Arena in their opening match of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League group stage on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 17

Calafiori reveals the difference between fans in Italy and England

Riccardo Calafiori, who has played in both Italy and England, has shared his observations on the differences in atmosphere created by fans in the two leagues.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 17

Timber praises the team for their defensive work in the win at Bilbao

Jurrien Timber expressed his satisfaction with the collective defensive effort as Arsenal secured a clean sheet and a victory over Athletic Bilbao in their Champions League opener.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 17

Chaotic night for Trent as injury and red card decides Anfield fate

Liverpool fans will not have to wait long before seeing Trent Alexander-Arnold back at Anfield and it promises to be anything but friendly. The 26-year-old, who walked away from his boyhood club to join Real Madrid this summer, endured a nightmare Champions League debut.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Last Word On Sports / September 17

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Atletico Madrid for September 17

Liverpool kick off their Champions League campaign on Wednesday night with a heavyweight tie against Atletico Madrid at Anfield. Arne Slot’s side have made a perfect start in the Premier League, but Europe presents a different challenge.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 17

'I adore Gabi his attitude' Mikel Arteta praises underfire Martinelli

Mikel Arteta expressed strong praise for Gabriel Martinelli after the forward came off the bench to deliver both a goal and an assist in Arsenal’s Champions League victory over Athletic Bilbao.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / September 17

Wayne Rooney calls out Manchester United stars for meek Etihad surrender

Manchester City registered a 3-0 one-sided win over Manchester United in the Premier League derby at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. City controlled the match right from the start, and Phil Foden scored the first goal in the 18th minute to give them the lead.