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Chelsea Predicted Lineup & Team News vs Atalanta for December 9

This is a Chelsea predicted lineup for their UEFA Champions League tie with Atalanta. We will look at the most recent team news, including the announced travelling squad for this fixture.

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Legendary AC Milan, Juventus & Roma Coach Impressed By Inter Milan Performance Vs Como: 'Looked Like A Men’s Team Playing A Youth Team'

Fabio Capello delivered his verdict on Saturday’s Serie A match between Inter Milan and Como at Stadio San Siro. Speaking to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, Capello hailed the Nerazzurri’s dominant performance against the Lariani.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 9

'Is it possible?' – Gianfranco Zola on how to setup with two Chelsea stars starting

Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola has been speaking about whether it’s possible to start to Chelsea stars together right now. A lot of the debate around recent results and games is Chelsea’s attack and how it’s not been very good lately.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / December 9

Liverpool involved in talks with ex-Arsenal man to replace Arne Slot

Liverpool’s hierarchy have reportedly identified Cesc Fàbregas as a potential successor to Arne Slot, as pressure mounts on the Dutchman following a turbulent run of form According to Anfield Index, senior figures at the club have already held preliminary discussions with the Spanish tactician, who is currently impressing in Serie A with Como.

Juventus FC News / Football Italia / December 9

Juventus handed injury boost as two defenders return to training

Juventus defenders Gleison Bremer and Daniele Rugani trained with the rest of the team today on the eve of a Champions League match against Paphos. Juventus

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 9

Man City Owned Star Willing To Sacrifice For Greater Good: 'Love Putting Myself At The Team’s Service'

Inter Milan center-back Manuel Akanji spoke to the press ahead of tonight’s Champions League clash against Liverpool. Speaking to Inter’s Matchday Programme via FCInter1908, the 30-year-old offered an insight into his football beginnings.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 9

Our plausible XI to comprensibly beat Slavia Prague this evening

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.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 9

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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 / 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.

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.