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Pisa 0-2 Inter Milan – Brazilian Winger Produces Another Bleak Performance

Luis Henrique may have squandered his last chance to salvage his Inter Milan career with another disappointing performance against Pisa. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, the Brazilian winger flopped at the Arena Garibaldi.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 1

Man United make move to sign Newcastle United winger

Manchester United have joined Chelsea in a heated race to sign Newcastle United’s lightning-fast winger Harvey Barnes, according to Fichajes. United have submitted a staggering €60 million (roughly £52.5 million) bid for the 27-year-old, as they seek reinforcements on the flanks, as per the report.

Borussia Monchengladbach News / SempreInter.com / December 1

Pisa 0-2 Inter Milan – Italy Starlet Passes Another Stern Test With Flying Colors

Francesco Pio Esposito produced another eye-catching performance in Sunday’s Serie A clash between Pisa and Inter Milan. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, the 20-year-old passed another stern test with flying colors.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 1

What Micah Richards noticed about Mo Salah leaves big questions after Slot’s dramatic benching gamble

Alan Shearer agreed with Micah Richards that Arne Slot was right to drop Mo Salah from Liverpool’s starting XI. The Dutch head coach made the bold call to bench the Egyptian international for the Reds’ trip to West Ham on Sunday.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / December 1

Fabrizio Romano confirms transfer interest in Barcelona stalwart

Barcelona will almost certainly not be able to sign players in January, but there could be exits at the Spotify Camp Nou. The one player that the Catalan club would love to move on is Marc-Andre Ter Stegen, given that he does not feature in Hansi Flick’s plans for the remainder of the season.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 1

Pisa 0-2 Inter Milan – Ex Nerazzurri Defender Hails Argentina Goal-Getter After 'MOTM' Performance: 'The Best In Serie A'

Andrea Ranocchia praised Inter Milan star Lautaro Martinez after Sunday’s gritty 2-0 win over Pisa. Speaking to the Pressing via FCInterNews, Ranocchia hailed El Toro as the best striker in Serie A.

Juventus FC News / Football Italia / December 1

What Vlahovic injury means for Juventus future and expiring contract

Dusan Vlahovic is expected to be sidelined for a significant period after coming off injured during Saturday’s 2-1 win over Cagliari, but what does that

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 1

There seems to be an obvious target for Manchester City to add legs to their midfield in January

Watching Manchester City play this season has shown that they are vulnerable to quick counterattacks when they lose possession. City lacks a midfielder who can get up and down the pitch when they lose possession.

Borussia Monchengladbach News / SempreInter.com / December 1

Pisa 0-2 Inter Milan – Legendary Juventus Goalkeeper Praises Italy Rising Star: 'Like Toni Who Matured Earlier'

Gianluigi Buffon hailed Inter Milan starlet Francesco Pio Esposito following yesterday’s 2-0 away win over Pisa. Speaking to Radio Anch’io Lo Sport via FCInterNews, Buffon compared the 20-year-old to former striker Luca Toni.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 1

Rodrygo Goes sets unwanted Real Madrid record during Girona draw

Real Madrid laboured to a disappointing 1-1 draw against Girona on Sunday, and it was another frustrating evening for Rodrygo Goes. The 24-year-old was a second half substitute at Montilivi, and aside from almost winning a penalty late on, it was another match where he struggled to make much of an impact.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 1

Crystal Palace make move to sign Man City striker

Despite their strong start to the Premier League season, manager Oliver Glasner is not happy with the squad depth at Crystal Palace. After the defeat against

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 1

Ten Hag signing becoming ‘increasingly influential’ despite rotational role, it spells trouble for his competing counterparts

Mason Mount has been praised for his impactful heroics after scoring the winning goal of Sunday’s 2-1 triumph at Selhurst Park for Manchester United. The midfielder was given the nod for yesterday’s clash with Crystal Palace, with his inclusion forcing Amad Diallo back into a more defensive role at wing-back.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / December 1

Agent of Ederson Sends a Loud Warning to Atalanta

André Cury, the representative of Ederson, not so subtly suggested that his client’s time at Atalanta is about to come to an end. He recently talked to Cadena SER.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 1

De Ketelaere form at Atalanta could lead to Maldini exit

Charles De Ketelaere looks back to his best on his current Atalanta form, but his consistency means that opportunities for teammate Daniel Maldini have been few and far between in recent weeks, reports Football Italia expert Alfredo Pedullà. The Belgian is beginning to look like his old self, the De Ketelaere from the Club Brugge days.

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Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 1

Carragher: West Ham display proves Liverpool magician is the new De Bruyne

Liverpool’s latest away win was encouraging on the surface but the real story may be what it means for how our midfield is reshaped going forward. Speaking on Super Sunday Extra Time on Sky Sports, Jamie Carragher said Florian Wirtz looked like the player we believed we were buying.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 1

Pisa 0-2 Inter Milan – Super Subs: Poland & Italy Stars Make Impact Off The Bench

Piotr Zielinski and Francesco Pio Esposito made a decisive impact after coming off the bench in Inter Milan’s 2-0 win over Pisa. According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri duo turned the game around in the second half.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 1

Massive boost for Man United as Amorim gets early edge before West Ham match

The upcoming Premier League clash between Manchester United and West Ham United has taken a dramatic turn before kick-off and United find themselves with a valuable advantage.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 1

Arne Slot sends message to Liverpool fans after ‘special’ second half moments

Liverpool’s much-needed win in east London delivered more than points because what happened off the pitch may matter even more than what happened on it.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 1

Sources: Liverpool shortlist four alternatives in case Man City steal Antoine Semenyo

In a dramatic twist that could reshape the January transfer window, Manchester City are reportedly on the brink of hijacking Liverpool’s move for Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo, a player long identified as one of Arne Slot’s key winter targets.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 1

Invincibles vs Arteta’s Arsenal, Who Makes the Combined Defence?

During a debate on another article, it was suggested that a comparison of Arsene Wenger’s Invincible squad be made with Mikel Arteta’s top of the current PL squad.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 1

Shearer: one Liverpool call changed everything at West Ham

Liverpool’s weekend win in London brought a much-needed shift at a time when we simply had to stop the slide but one moment in the match now feels bigger than anything else that happened.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 1

Tottenham have ‘made inquiries’ to sign ‘absolutely fantastic’ Senegalese forward

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Everton attacker Iliman Ndiaye. The Senegal International has done quite Everton and his performances have attracted the attention of clubs like Manchester City and Liverpool as well.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 1

Maresca’s new squad depth could make this a successful winter for Chelsea

Enzo Maresca was rightly very proud in his press conference last night after Chelsea’s draw with Arsenal. The Blues boss saw his team put in a heroic second half performance even after having been reduced to ten men by Moises Caicedo’s bad tackle.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 1

'The better team' – John Terry reacts to Chelsea 1 Arsenal 1 from Sunday night

Former Chelsea player John Terry has reacted to Chelsea hard-fought 1-1 draw against league leaders Arsenal. Unfortunately, the draw was not enough to get back into second spot in the Premier League, but it was a game that was always going to be tough for The Blues, but even tougher once they went down to ten men.