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Bournemouth vs Chelsea: Starting XIs, confirmed team news for Premier League clash

Enzo Maresca has named his Chelsea side to face AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League. The Blues are looking to return to winning ways after a disappointing 3-1 defeat to Leeds in midweek.

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Gasperini: Not an easy week for Roma, amid Dybala, Wesley and Koné issues

Gian Piero Gasperini admits it ‘hasn’t been an easy week’ for Roma and suggests he’ll rest Wesley in Sunday’s away game at Cagliari. Gasperini previewed tomorrow’s Serie A match between his Roma side and Cagliari at a pre-match press conference on Saturday.

Aston Villa News / Last Word On Sports / December 6

Manchester City vs Sunderland Confirmed Lineups for December 6

Here are the confirmed lineups for both Manchester City and Sunderland ahead of their Premier League clash at 3 pm GMT today. City have had a mixed bag of results of late; however, their inability to keep clean sheets will be of major concern to Pep Guardiola and their fans.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 6

Juventus likely to get in-form star on a new deal

Juventus are dealing with growing uncertainty over the futures of several players as it begins shaping the squad for the next stage of its project. With

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 6

Man United line up £170m double deal for two Premier League players

Man United spent in the region of £200m in the summer, and in 2026, big money will be spent again on improving Ruben Amorim’s squad. A new midfielder and forward are wanted, with two of their leading targets being in the Premier League.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / December 6

Arne Slot pinpoints Newcastle star as key reason for Alexander Isak struggles at Liverpool

Alexander Isak has had a difficult start to his Liverpool career, following his British record £125m move from Newcastle in the summer. He’s scored just two goals in 12 appearances across all competitions, and he only broke his Premier League duck in last weekend’s victory over West Ham.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 6

Predicted XI: Cole Palmer benched for one more game as Enzo Maresca plays it safe

Chelsea face Bournemouth today as they look to recover from a bad midweek result against Leeds. It’s a tough call for selection from Enzo Maresca, who won’t want to take any risks but also needs to make sure his team start the game well.

Real Madrid News / Football Italia / December 6

Nico Paz: Inter’s old dream as Real Madrid return awaits

Inter will meet their 2025 summer transfer target, Nico Paz, today, but Real Madrid have always kept control of the Como star, planning for his return in 2026.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 6

'I just want to be in the team. That’s all I care about,' Liam Scales

Liam Scales says he’s prepared to adapt to whatever tactical adjustments Wilfried Nancy introduces as he implements his new approach at Celtic… Nancy reported to Lennoxtown on Thursday to formally start his role as Celtic manager, where he met staff and players and explored the training complex alongside his coaching team.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 6

'He will score…' – Maresca defends his struggling favourite who some fans want dropped

Chelsea are just hours away from a big game against Bournemouth in the Premier League, and they really need their man up top Liam Delap to do well. Their manager Enzo Maresca has been speaking about one player in particular who has struggled a little since his summer move from Ipswich after their relegation.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 6

Crystal Palace looking to sign 28-year-old star from London rivals

Crystal Palace are interested in signing West Ham United defender Max Kilman during the January transfer window. The 28-year-old has done quite well for West Ham, but he was dropped in recent matches against Liverpool and Manchester United.

Leicester City News / Caught Offside / December 6

Leicester identify recently-sacked manager to replace Cifuentes

Leicester City manager Martí Cifuentes is under a lot of pressure after a disappointing start to the season. The 43-year-old manager has been under a lot of pressure in recent weeks, and his team is currently 16th in the league table.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / December 6

Real Betis vs Barcelona Lineups, Preview

One of the closest matchups of this La Liga weekend is Real Betis vs FC Barcelona at the Estadio La Cartuja de Sevilla. The two sides are in the top five positions of the La Liga table.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / December 6

Chelsea vs Bournemouth Confirmed Lineups for December 6

These are the Chelsea vs Bournemouth confirmed lineups for their Premier League clash. The Blues saw their good run ended in a crushing 3-1 loss to Leeds where they were physically outmatched for most of the clash and ultimately came away with an embarrassing defeat.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 6

Opta warns Liverpool could struggle at Elland Road after Sunderland draw

Liverpool travel to Elland Road today hoping to regain the form that won us the Premier League last season. The Reds struggled again in midweek, needing a late own goal from Sunderland to rescue a 1-1 draw, with Florian Wirtz’s shot deflected in off Nordi Mukiele.

Nottingham Forest News / Last Word On Sports / December 6

Wolves Season Of Crisis And The Looming 11-Point Marker

Wolverhampton Wanderers began the season disastrously: they sit bottom of the Premier League, having not won a single game all season, and crucially they

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 6

Tottenham decide on Guglielmo Vicario’s future amid transfer rumours and fans’ backlash

Guglielmo Vicario moved to Tottenham Hotspur in the summer of 2023, joining from Empoli as a replacement for Hugo Lloris. He started off well at White Hart Lane, and was instrumental in the Europa League success under Ange Postecoglou last season.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 6

BBC analysis raises big Liverpool concern as Elland Road awaits

A crucial weekend in the Premier League arrives for Liverpool as we look to stabilise momentum after a frustrating midweek performance. Chris Sutton has

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 6

Giaccherini on David’s chance and McTominay’s duty in Napoli vs. Juventus

Emanuele Giaccherini doesn’t feel Napoli are necessarily favourites in a Serie A match against Juventus, sees a ‘chance’ for Jonathan David and says Scott McTominay will have to ‘use his head’ against the Bianconeri.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 6

Gary Neville ‘staggered’ that Man Utd star has been kept at the club, he’s started every game this season

Gary Neville is said to be ‘staggered’ that Luke Shaw is still at Manchester United following an injury-plagued career in Red. The side’s win over Crystal Palace last Sunday marked Shaw’s 300th game for the club.

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 6

Milan agree deal to sign 20-year-old left-back and look for three January reinforcements

Colombian left-back Juan Arizala, 20, is set to join Milan in a €3m deal, but the Rossoneri will be looking for three more new signings in the January window, reports in Italy claim.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 6

Official Arsenal team to face Aston Villa – Rice starts after injury scare

Aston Villa host Arsenal this afternoon in what is expected to be one of the most demanding tests the Gunners have faced this season, and this is the starting eleven.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 6

Newcastle able to sign 20-year-old international midfielder for £13m

Newcastle are planning to address their midfield options in 2026, with incomings and departure both expected. A move for Joe Willock to Crystal Palace has been floated in recent months, and his replacement at St James’ Park could be Alex Toth.

Torino News / Football Italia / December 6

Ricci: What Italy must avoid in World Cup play-off

Italy international Samuele Ricci is confident that the Azzurri will qualify for the World Cup as they ‘must not be influenced by what happened in the past.’ Italy will have to go through the World Cup play-off in March 2026 to qualify for the tournament held in the USA, Canada and Mexico next year.

RB Leipzig News / To The Lane And Back / December 6

Tottenham find out their position in the pecking order for €80m Rodrygo deal amid Arsenal competition

Tottenham Hotspur have moved into pole position for the blockbuster signing of Real Madrid forward Rodrygo Goes, beating Premier League rivals Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United in the early running.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 6

Gravenberch speaks as ex-Red says Wirtz could take his place

Liverpool head into a crucial Premier League weekend still navigating selection puzzles and performance questions after a mixed return to form. Ryan Gravenberch believes we must lean on our own “strength” and “power” when we travel to Leeds United today, with the 5.30pm kick-off at Elland Road completing a demanding domestic week for us.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 6

Madueke can feel a connection to Arsenal’s fans despite some not wanting him

When Arsenal sought to sign Noni Madueke from Chelsea in the summer, some supporters expressed scepticism about the move. The club has a history of signing players from the Blues, yet only a handful have thrived at the Emirates.