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Tottenham should beat Slavia Prague, there’s your headline. Playing at home against a side that’s failed to score in Europe since September and lost 3-0 to Arsenal recently, Spurs have the edge in quality and motivation.

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Inter Milan Vs Liverpool – Argentina Superstar Striker Vs Dutch Megastar Defender In Clash Of The Titans

Inter Milan stalwart Lautaro Martinez will lead the line in the upcoming Champions League clash against Liverpool. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, El Toro’s duel against Virgil van Dijk could prove one of the key battles tonight.

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 9

Oriali: ‘Conte and Mourinho superstars of the bench’

Antonio Conte’s assistant Lele Oriali praises the Napoli coach and José Mourinho, with whom he won the treble at Inter in 2010: ‘They are superstars of the bench.’ Conte’s Napoli and Mourinho’s Benfica meet in the Champions League Round 6 on Wednesday.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Last Word On Sports / December 9

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Inter Milan for December 9

Liverpool arrive in Milan carrying more turbulence than momentum. The draw away at Leeds deepened the frustration around the team, the performances remain inconsistent and the pressure surrounding Arne Slot has reached a critical point.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 9

Khephren Thuram is now at risk of being cut off from the Juventus project

Khephren Thuram ended last season as Juventus’ standout midfielder, an outcome that surprised many because he was the least experienced and the least expected to excel among the three midfielders recruited at the time.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 9

Top Ten African Gunners – Number 10

Arsenal will enter the 2025 AFCON without any representatives, a rare occurrence for the club in a tournament beginning on December 21st. To mark the occasion and to recognise Africa’s contribution to Arsenal’s history, attention turns to a countdown of the top ten African players to represent the club, beginning with number ten, Mohamed Elneny.

Lille News / Caught Offside / December 9

Man United transfer target is willing to reject Bayern Munich for Old Trafford move

The transfer saga surrounding Carlos Baleba is set to intensify in the months ahead, with Brighton & Hove Albion reportedly ready to consider offers of around €85 million in 2026 for their highly rated midfielder.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 9

Inter Milan Vs Liverpool – Nerazzurri Establish Key Rule Ahead Of High-Stakes Champions League Showdown

Inter Milan and Liverpool are set to trade tackles in a standout Champions League fixture later this evening. According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInter1908, Cristian Chivu has established one key rule ahead of tonight’s match.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 9

St Mirren v Celtic – Kevin Clancy to referee Premier Sports Cup Final

Kevin Clancy to referee Sunday’s Premier Sports Cup Final at Hampden Park between St Mirren and Celtic on Sunday afternoon… Kevin Clancy has been given the whistle by the Scottish FA for the Premier Sports Cup Final at Hampden on Sunday afternoon where St Mirren will face Celtic in the 3.30pm kick-off.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 9

Inter Milan Vs Liverpool – Cristian Chivu Set To Make Unprecedented Decision Amid Manuel Akanji Absence

Inter Milan boss Cristian Chivu cannot call upon Manuel Akanji for tonight’s Champions League match against Liverpool. According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInter1908, Akanji’s absence could force Chivu to make an unprecedented decision.

Celta Vigo News / Football Espana / December 9

Kylian Mbappe becomes serious doubt for Real Madrid-Manchester City due to second injury

Real Madrid already have significant issues going into their Champions League clash with Manchester City on Wednesday night at the Santiago Bernabeu (21:00 CEST KO), but another one has been dumped onto Xabi Alonso’s plate.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 9

Inter Milan Vs Liverpool – Cristian Chivu Hands Turkey Megstar Two Crucial Assignments For Tonight’s Champions League Blockbuster

Inter Milan boss Cristian Chivu has entrusted Hakan Calhanoglu with two key responsibilities ahead of tonight’s game against Liverpool. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, Chivu has handed the 31-year-old two tasks for tonight.

Inter Milan News / Football Italia / December 9

Coutinho: Inter and Liverpool ‘more similar than one might think’

Coutinho, a former Inter and Liverpool player, previews tonight’s Champions League clash between the Nerazzurri and the Reds: ‘They are more similar than one might think…’ Inter and Liverpool meet at the Stadio Meazza this evening in the Champions League Round 6.

Atalanta News / To The Lane And Back / December 9

£30m Tottenham striker seen as a ‘perfect fit’ as January transfer beacons

Tottenham Hotspur have a forward problem, with the North Londoners struggling to bang in goals with ease. This comes by without the fact that the Lilywhites have one of the most clinical forwards in the Premier League this season.

Borussia Monchengladbach News / SempreInter.com / December 9

Inter Milan Vs Liverpool – Battle Of Star-Studded Frontlines: Nerazzurri Boast Massive Edge

One of the most highly anticipated fixtures on the European calendar pits Inter Milan against Liverpool later tonight. According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, it will be a battle of the two highly potent frontlines.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 9

Worst eleven players of the season so far

That time of the year when various outlets start to review the season as it approaches its halfway point. Currently, a lot of focus has been placed on those who have not delivered so far in this campaign.

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AS Roma News / The Cult of Calcio / December 9

Roma Stalwart Dybala Attached Again to Boca Juniors

Fresh rumors from Argentina have linked Paulo Dybala to Boca Juniors ahead of January, with his former Roma teammate Leandro Paredes as the leading proponent of the operation.

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 9

Capello criticises Spalletti over Yildiz claims: ‘Hard to say’

Fabio Capello feels it’s ‘hard’ to ask more from Kenan Yildiz and says that even if Luciano Spalletti was trying to motivate the squad, he should have delivered his criticism behind closed doors.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 9

Inter Milan Vs Liverpool – Armenian Veteran Starts In Midfield: Ex Marseille Winger Set To Start On Right Flank

Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Luis Henrique look set to start in Inter Milan’s high-stakes Champions League home clash against Liverpool tonight. According to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, the Armenian veteran is in line for his first competitive start since October.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 9

Keown agrees with Arteta over one club being in title race with Arsenal

Arsenal’s strong start to the season has shaped the perception that only two clubs, Manchester City and Chelsea, are capable of preventing them from winning the Premier League title.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 9

Sources: Liverpool make Spanish manager their top target to replace Arne Slot

Tension continues to grow at Anfield, where a combination of disappointing results and mounting friction between manager Arne Slot and star forward Mohamed Salah has plunged Liverpool into turmoil.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 9

Paul Scholes warns Arsenal about a bad habit that could end their title challenge

Arsenal’s defeat at Villa Park has placed them under mounting pressure, with their lead in the Premier League now openly threatened. Their position at the top could disappear as early as next weekend, and the situation reflects a period of inconsistency that has troubled Mikel Arteta’s side.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 9

Major boost for Amorim as ‘relentless’ Man Utd star edges ever closer to return

Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko has been making significant progress on the training ground as his return from injury is now on the horizon. The Slovenian hurt himself just before the November international break.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / December 9

Mikel Arteta told to make 'difficult decision' at Arsenal with Odegaard and Eze

Mikel Arteta has been told to decide the best position of summer signing Eberechi Eze in the team. With Martin Odegaard out with an injury for a large part this season, Eze has played through the middle regularly.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 9

Jamie Carragher pinpoints Mo Salah moment this season where he ‘really let himself down’

Jamie Carragher has said that Mo Salah ‘really let himself down’ with one particular moment on the pitch this season. The former Liverpool defender had

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 9

'Really clear, rich and distinct identity'- Gianfranco Zola ‘really impressed’ with Enzo Maresca

Former Chelsea player Gianfranco Zola says he is ‘really impressed’ with current head coach Enzo Maresca at the club. The Blues legend has been speaking to The Times this week and says that Maresca is ‘a serious coach’ and has created a very clear and distinct identity at his former club.