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Confirmed Starting Lineup For Benfica vs Real Madrid As Arbeloa Makes One Change

Real Madrid take on Benfica at the Estádio da Luz in the final game of the league phase of the Champions League. A win is vital for both teams, as the Portuguese side will be eliminated from the competition if they don't earn three points.

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A Manchester City wingers seems set to get the move he needs to further his career

It looked to be only a matter of time before Oscar Bobb left Manchester City on a permanent basis. Pep Guardiola admitted last week that Bobb wanted to leave the club during this months transfer window.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 28

Raheem Sterling issues clear message on Instagram after Chelsea terminate his contract

Raheem Sterling has officially reached a mutual agreement with Chelsea to terminate his contract, ending a turbulent three-and-a-half-year spell at Stamford Bridge.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / January 28

Martin O’Neill on the problem with Celtic progressing in Europa League

Martin O’Neill spoke to the media this afternoon ahead of tomorrow evening’s Europa League match against Dutch side FC Utrecht which is a must win for Celtic to guarantee a place in the play-off rounds.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 28

Tsimikas comments on Liverpool return rumours: ‘I’m focused on my team’

Kostas Tsimikas has made it clear that he is ‘very focused’ on the task ahead with Roma, despite recent rumours linking him with a return to Liverpool

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 28

Arsenal & Man United scramble for 35.97 km/hr 'hurricane' to who could cost £48m

Hoffenheim attacker Bazoumana Toure has done quite well for the German club, and he has impressed with his country during the AFCON as well. According to Sports Boom, Arsenal and Manchester United are interested in the 19-year-old winner.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 28

Caicedo says 'world class' player 'helped me a lot' – but he has barely played for Chelsea

Moises Caicedo took Chelsea’s press conference ahead of today’s huge game against Napoli, and had some interesting things to say. “‘It will be an incredible game, and we are excited to play these kinds of games,” Caicedo said.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 28

'Every opponent is very tough' Mikel Arteta is not underestimating Kairat

Arsenal’s Champions League opponents tonight, Kairat, sit at the bottom of the UCL League table, having collected just a single point in all their matches so far.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / January 28

Al Hilal striker linked with a move to Juventus

With just a few days before the transfer window closes, Juventus has intensified its interest in signing a striker this month. The Bianconeri continue to monitor several prospects, the latest being Randal Kolo Muani, who played for them last season.

Atalanta News / Football Italia / January 28

Gasperini identifies Champions League flaw: Rules ‘will have to be reviewed’

Roma head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has commented on a significant flaw in the new Conference, Europa and Champions League format, which means that he

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / January 28

Arsenal set £80m price tag as key star’s agents listen to offers from Euro giants

Arsenal midfielder Martin Odegaard is reportedly considering a move away from the club at the end of the season. Inter Milan and Bayern Munich are interested in the player, and Arsenal will not sanction his departure for a fee less than £80 million, as per reports via Fichajes.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 28

Why Chelsea defender is predicting an extra exciting game this evening

Chelsea are playing a huge Champions League game against Napoli tonight, and one person who is very excited is Malo Gusto. He’s been waiting his whole career for chances to play in games like this in the world’s best club competition.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / January 28

Turkish league giant’s president flies to UK to hold transfer talks for controversial Tottenham midfielder

For months, Yves Bissouma did not play a game for Tottenham Hotspur. Since being dropped from the squad to face PSG in the UEFA Super Cup back in August 2025 due to persistent lateness, the combative midfielder was frozen out of the squad by Thomas Frank.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / January 28

Transfer Latest – Paulo Bernardo and Reo Hatate attracting interest

Celtic midfielders Paulo Bernardo and Reo Hatate are both attracting transfer window ahead of the January transfer window closing on Monday… Martin O’Neill

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / January 28

Adama Traore To West Ham: A Good Move For All Involved?

Recently, the Adama Traore to West Ham move was confirmed, as Fulham parted ways with the winger, and Nuno Espirito Santo acquired a winger whom he had previously been chasing when he was manager of Nottingham Forest.

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Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 28

Jamie Carragher compares Arsenal star Roy Keane

Declan Rice has been compared to Roy Keane as he continues to shine at Arsenal this season. The Englishman has established himself as one of the best midfielders in the world since joining the club, playing a pivotal role in helping the Gunners become a stronger and more cohesive team.

Crystal Palace News / To The Lane And Back / January 28

‘Poor signing’ – Journo delivers scathing assessment of Tottenham summer loanee’s stint at N17

Tottenham focused on strengthening their attacking unit in the summer following the club’s Europa League success last season. The Lilywhites brought in

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 28

Chelsea lead race for €30m Bundesliga hotshot as Spurs & Villa prepare formal offers

Chelsea are now interested in signing the Hoffenheim striker Fisnik Asllani. The London club is looking to improve the attacking unit despite spending on two strikers at the start of the season.

Arsenal FC News / Extratime Talk / January 28

How The Mikel Arteta Press Conference Calmed Arsenal’s Fanbase

The Mikel Arteta press conference this week mattered more than most headlines suggested. After Arsenal’s 3‑2 defeat to Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium, frustration from supporters was clear.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 28

Chelsea make market move they’ve been trying for 18 months with £22m deal done at last

Raheem Sterling has left Chelsea after the winger and his club finally reached a settlement to pay off his remaining 18 months of contract at Stamford Bridge.

Tottenham Hotspur News / Caught Offside / January 28

Report: Tottenham ready to trigger €40m clause for Spanish wonderkid

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Osasuna star Victor Munoz. The 22-year-old has done quite well since joining the Spanish club at the start of the season for a fee of just €5 million from Real Madrid.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 28

'It’s not changing' – Unai Emery unrelenting in his stance on Harvey Elliott despite squad recall

Unai Emery has insisted that Harvey Elliott’s bleak situation at Aston Villa is ‘not changing’ despite the player getting a long-overdue recall to the matchday squad last weekend.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 28

A loan deal to West Ham seems to be on the cards

West Ham United are actively pursuing a loan deal for 22-year-old Czech goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky from Tottenham Hotspur, with reports indicating they are increasingly confident of getting it done before the February 2 deadline.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 28

Reliable source claims exit-linked Liverpool player could now be set to sign a new contract

A reliable source has indicated that Liverpool academy forward Keyrol Figueroa is set to sign a new contract at Anfield and then depart on loan. Like first-team

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 28

New signing insists, 'It’s been a fantastic experience' for him at Arsenal so far

Christian Norgaard joined Arsenal from Brentford in the summer in what was regarded as one of the more intriguing transfers of the window. The midfielder had been a regular figure at Brentford and established himself as one of the most reliable players in his role across the league, earning widespread respect for his consistency and discipline.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 28

Journo: ‘Intriguing’ Man United deal for first-team star could still materialise before Monday’s deadline

As we head into the very closing stages of the winter window, there is still a chance Joshua Zirkzee could leave Manchester United. The forward would have to fully recover from his current injury in order to complete a move, though.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 28

Arne Slot speaks out on Liverpool’s recurring defensive failures

Liverpool’s struggles defensively this season have become one of the defining features of our campaign under Arne Slot. The issue resurfaced dramatically in the 3-2 defeat away at Bournemouth, when a late long throw was not cleared and Amine Adli scored the winner.