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Van Dijk lays out Liverpool plan for Man City after 'proper Anfield atmosphere' praise

Virgil van Dijk believes Liverpool must produce another strong Anfield performance if we are to beat Manchester City on Sunday afternoon. The Netherlands captain has become the reference point for what “Liverpool standards” look like, and our No.4 is demanding we back up the last week’s improvement with another complete showing.

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Winners and Losers from Tottenham’s dismal 2-0 defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford

Cristian Romero’s red card condemned Tottenham to another damaging defeat. Tottenham Hotspur slumped to a deeply frustrating 2-0 defeat against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 7

Conte: ‘Di Lorenzo out for 2 months, cannot force Lukaku return’

Antonio Conte reveals Giovanni Di Lorenzo will be out ‘for circa two months’ and Napoli must not ‘force’ Romelu Lukaku back too quickly, but Genoa’s Daniele De Rossi is ‘destined for greatness.’ It kicks off at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris, also known as Marassi, at 17.00 GMT (18.00 CET).

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / February 7

Massimo Pavan says Spalletti should have rotated more against Atalanta

Massimo Pavan has called for greater use of the Juventus squad, arguing that Luciano Spalletti should have rotated more during the recent defeat to Atalanta in the Coppa Italia.

Crystal Palace News / Esteemed Kompany / February 7

Manchester City signed a centre-back who is eager to grow and can contribute now in Marc Guehi

Manchester City made two great signings during the January transfer window. Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guehi arrived at the club from Bournemouth and Crystal Palace.

Soccer News / Football Espana / February 7

Second La Liga fixture postponed as Sevilla-Girona pushed back 24 hours

It has been a dramatic weekend in La Liga, and so far, there has only been one full match played in the competition. After the fixture between Rayo Vallecano and Real Oviedo was called off due to the poor condition of the Vallecas pitch, another game has been suspended.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / February 7

Team’s Up – Mvuka, Cvancara and Hatate start for Celtic

Martin O’Neill has named his Celtic team for this evening’s Scottish Cup Fifth Round against Dundee. The veteran manager will be hoping to get his hands on the trophy that he last picked up in May 2005, after Celtic beat Dundee United in his last game.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 7

Spalletti on Yildiz’s extension, future at Juventus and use of McKennie

Luciano Spalletti insists he’s in no hurry to discuss his contract extension with Juventus, but Kenan Yildiz’s signing on a new deal marks an ‘important day’ for the future of the club.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 7

3 Things We Learned from Tottenham’s Damaging 2-0 Defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford

Tottenham suffered another crushing blow in their relegation battle as Manchester United secured a comfortable 2-0 victory at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 7

Why Liverpool are finally seeing the real Wirtz before Man City

Liverpool are beginning to see Florian Wirtz look like the £100m player we signed, with Opta detailing how the German playmaker’s early adaptation period is giving way to consistent end product.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 7

Hargreaves in complete disbelief over ‘talented’ Man Utd ace, he’s ‘never seen him have a bad game’

Owen Hargreaves was in disbelief over Kobbie Mainoo’s tremendous display against Tottenham Hotspur this afternoon. The midfield starlet retained his place for the fourth successive game, meaning he has now started in every single match since Michael Carrick took the reins.

VfL Wolfsburg News / Esteemed Kompany / February 7

Manchester City have to take this Liverpool side on head-on.

Manchester City take on Liverpool tomorrow at Anfield in a crucial Premier League fixture. Manchester City’s overall record at Anfield is poor. Also, considering how successful Pep Guardiola’s recent City sides have been, they have also struggled to handle the occasion of playing Liverpool at Anfield.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / February 7

Liverpool vs Manchester City: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups and Team News

The Liverpool vs Manchester City face-off is arguably the most highly anticipated match in gameweek 25 of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign. This clash could have severe implications on the title race, as the two rivals look to get one over the other in their upcoming match at Anfield.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 7

Confirmed Arsenal team v Sunderland – Jesus starts, Calafiori back

Arsenal takes on Sunderland in the Premier League this weekend, and this is the starting eleven announced by Mikel Arteta. Arsenal failed to win the reverse fixture earlier in the season, with Sunderland proving difficult to beat on home soil.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 7

'Wasn’t good enough' – Rosenior agrees with criticism of one player against West Ham

Liam Rosenior was asked about Alejandro Garnacho’s form in his press conference earlier this week, with the quotes just having come out. The coach admitted that the winger’s horror show in the first half against West Ham wasn’t good enough.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 7

Tottenham half-time player ratings vs. Manchester United – 1/10 Romero, 7/10 Vicario

Tottenham and Thomas Frank‘s woes continued as Spurs have gone trailing 1-0 at half-time against Manchester United, at Old Trafford. Although they came back from a 2-0 deficit against Man City last week, this might be tougher given that they are down to 10 men.

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Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 7

'Let’s not forget, it’s the Carabao Cup' Bitter John Terry aims dig at Arsenal

John Terry has aimed a dig at Arsenal over their celebrations following their victory against Chelsea in the Carabao Cup semi-final. The second leg of the tie was played a few days ago, with Arsenal defending their narrow first-leg advantage for most of the match before scoring a late goal in the closing minutes.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 7

Predicted XI: Rosenior forced to use dodgy defender as Fofana rotates out

There’s nothing we like more than predicting lineups. No matter who Chelsea are facing, the manager always has conflicting short and long term priorities, and it’s fascinating to see how they balance them.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / February 7

Nuno Espirito Santo issues 'challenge' to West Ham players following Tomas Soucek comments

West Ham United manager Nuno Espirito Santo has issued a clear challenge to his players after the disappointing 3-2 defeat away to Chelsea last week. The Hammers were 2-0 up at Stamford Bridge before a late Chelsea comeback dealt them yet another poor result in this season of struggling to get out of the relegation zone.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 7

Mac Allister lifts lid on Slot meeting that changed everything

Liverpool have been given a rare glimpse into Arne Slot’s behind-the-scenes work after Alexis Mac Allister explained how a key meeting helped sharpen our focus during a difficult, injury-hit period.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 7

Joe Cole says Arsenal could win the EPL title this weekend

Joe Cole believes Manchester City simply cannot afford to lose to Liverpool this weekend, warning that defeat would effectively end the title race. City face a crucial test at Anfield, while Arsenal host Sunderland, with the Gunners widely expected to secure all three points at the Emirates.