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Charlotte's goal vs. Union: Wrap up home field for playoffs

Charlotte FC will look to guarantee a top four seed and home field advantage in their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series when they host the Philadelphia Union on Saturday in both teams' regular-season finale.

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Report: Tottenham player 'turning heads', top European clubs keen on signing him

Tottenham Hotspur defender Luka Vuskovic is currently on loan at Hamburger SV, and his performances have been exemplary. The 18-year-old has already established himself as an important player for the German club, and top teams are now monitoring his progress.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 17

Thomas Whittaker – Arsenal’s Unsung Architect of the Golden Era

Thomas Whittaker is a forgotten name in today’s game of football, even at Arsenal, where he contributed enormously to the club’s early success in the 1950s.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / October 17

Damien Comolli steps up to become the new Juventus CEO

Damien Comolli is set to become the next Chief Executive Officer of Juventus as Maurizio Scanavino prepares to leave the role at the beginning of November.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / October 17

Jamie Carragher hints at Liverpool’s long-term Salah plan after major warning

Liverpool’s greatest modern goalscorer might be facing a new challenge and it’s come from one of our own. Writing for The Telegraph, Jamie Carragher questioned whether Mo Salah can continue producing at his world-class level forever, while hinting that Arne Slot may already be preparing the club for the next chapter.

Juventus FC News / Football Italia / October 17

Juventus disclose details of Comolli’s signing bonus and Giuntoli’s severance pay

Juventus General Manager Damien Comolli received a signing bonus of nearly €1m when he joined the club last summer, while his predecessor Cristiano Giuntoli agreed to a €850.000 severance pay when leaving the Allianz Stadium.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / October 17

'Solution' expected for exciting Man United transfer target this January

Manchester United are one of the clubs eyeing up the transfer of Real Madrid forward Endrick as he’s expected to leave on loan this January. As first reported here for the Daily Briefing, the talented young Brazilian striker is out of favour at the Bernabeu and has around eight clubs looking at him as a transfer target.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / October 17

Is Neymar Open To Moving To Inter Milan Or Napoli?

The 33-year-old Santos star forward Neymar is reportedly open to moving to Serie A amid links to Inter Milan and Napoli. With the hope of impressing Brazil senior national team manager Carlo Ancelotti and gaining a recall to the national team ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup, this decision seems likely.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 17

Report: Club not fully convinced about signing Chelsea star, difficult situation emerging

Premier League new boys Sunderland aren’t entirely convinced about bringing Marc Guiu back to the club according to reports. The striker joined Sunderland on loan in the summer, but made just three appearances for the Black Cats, before returning to Chelsea.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / October 17

Report: ENIC ready to fund ambitious Tottenham move for 'genius' player

Harry Kane has been linked with a return to Tottenham Hotspur ever since he left the club. He has been exceptional for Bayern Munich, and he has helped them win the league title recently.

RB Leipzig News / We All Follow United / October 17

Real Madrid are ready to splash €20m signing bonus for Manchester United defensive target

Manchester United have tracked Dayot Upamecano for months. They know his future at Bayern Munich remains uncertain. The French defender once stood among Europe’s most reliable centre-backs, but now he faces a career crossroads.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 17

Liverpool handed early boost as United duo absent from training

Liverpool could face a depleted Manchester United side this weekend, with reports suggesting two of Ruben Amorim’s key players have missed training ahead of their trip to Anfield.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 17

'I expected' – Benoit Badiashile reveals one major thing that’s surprised him about Chelsea

Chelsea defender Benoit Badiashile has revealed the one thing which has surprised him about the club in a recent interview. Badaishile joined the Blues from Monaco in January 2023 in a deal worth £35m, and had a brilliant first six months at the club playing alongside Thiago Silva.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 17

'Relationship with the coach' – Agent regrets sending his client to join Chelsea

An agent says that he regrets sending his client to join Chelsea in the end even if it was the right call at the time. We’ve had many dramatic transfer stories involving Chelsea and many disastrous ones as well.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / October 17

Atlanta faces D.C. United in Brad Guzan's MLS farewell

When the Atlanta United host D.C. United on Saturday to close out the MLS regular season, a longtime member of Atlanta's roster will be saying his goodbyes.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / October 17

Report: Amorim poised to recall player he ‘really likes’ and is desperate to get ‘extra bit’ out of vs LFC

Ruben Amorim has been tipped to recall Manuel Ugarte to the starting XI for Sunday’s clash with Liverpool. The midfielder featured for only five minutes of Manchester United’s win over Sunderland prior to the international break.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 17

'It happens' – Joe Cole speaks on Levi Colwill and makes interesting John Terry comparison

Former Chelsea star Joe Cole believes it was a mistake not to replace Levi Colwill and has made a comparison to John Terry. Chelsea lost Colwill to an ACL injury before the start of the season, and despite public pleas from Enzo Maresca for a new centre back, the club didn’t grant him his wish.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 17

Bryan Mbeumo trying to lure £100m Manchester United transfer target to Old Trafford

Manchester United new-boy Bryan Mbeumo is reportedly doing his best to try to convince fellow Cameroon international Carlos Baleba to join him at Old Trafford.

Lille News / To The Lane And Back / October 17

Chelsea threaten to derail Tottenham move for Serie A marksman

Thomas Frank has Tottenham Hotspur competing strongly on all four fronts this season following last year’s Europa League campaign. Spurs are third in the Premier League, unbeaten in the Champions League and have advanced to the Carabao Cup fourth round.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / October 17

‘Waiting and seeing’: Why fan-favourite United star is now delaying signing a new contract

Kobbie Mainoo has yet to put pen to paper on a new Manchester United contract, despite being in talks for several months. Whilst it isn’t an overly pressing

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 16

Competition intensifies for £50m Ligue 1 star; Can Tottenham come out on top?

Tottenham have made a brilliant start to the new season under Thomas Frank. The Danish tactician has completely changed the outlook of this team, helping the Lilywhites climb up to third place in the Premier League table.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 16

Arsenal and Rangers: The historic 'Game of Champions'

Arsenal hardly play Rangers these days, but for 35 years the “Game of Champions”, as it was called, was played almost religiously. The two giants of English and Scottish football faced each other regularly, whether at Highbury or Ibrox, from the 1933/34 season all the way up to 1968/69.

VfL Wolfsburg News / Esteemed Kompany / October 16