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‘Simply sensational’ – Liverpool debutant v Palace has already been attracting rave reviews

There are two debutants in a much-changed Liverpool starting XI to take on Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup at Anfield tonight. Freddie Woodman gets a first competitive outing for the Reds since his arrival at the club four months ago, with the 28-year-old coming in as Giorgi Mamardashvili is given the night off.

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Team’s Up – John McGlynn names Falkirk XI for Celtic clash

Falkirk manager John McGlynn has named his team for this evening’s Premiership clash with Celtic. McGlynn, who worked under Brendan Rodgers at Celtic, has impressed with Falkirk, who currently sit sixth in the table.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 29

Liverpool team news v Palace: Arne Slot hands out two debuts among 10 changes to starting XI

Liverpool and Crystal Palace meet tonight for the fourth time in just over five months, facing off in a third different competition after the Community Shield sandwiched two Premier League clashes.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 29

Wolves vs Chelsea – Team News: Maresca takes drastic action with his strikers

Chelsea face Wolves at Molineux in just over an hour, and the teams are in! Enzo Maresca has a huge game coming up at the weekend against Spurs, so as you’d imagine he rotates pretty seriously here.

Inter Miami News / Field Level Media / October 29

Lionel Messi: MLS needs to allow more spending for league to grow

Soccer superstar Lionel Messi has some ideas for growing Major League Soccer, the league he recently signed on to play for through 2028 with Inter Miami.

Tottenham Hotspur News / Caught Offside / October 29

Report: Three conditions Tottenham must fulfil in order to sign South American prodigy

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Endrick from Real Madrid. The 19-year-old has struggled for regular game time at the La Liga club, and he has been linked with a loan move away from Los Blancos.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 29

Latest: Chelsea ready to hand regular starter new contract after 'several top clubs' tried to buy him

Chelsea are interested in extending Malo Gusto’s contract, a report from RMC Sport in France has claimed today. Fabrice Hawkins writes that the Blues are thinking of extending his deal and giving him a pay rise to “reflect the French full back’s increased status.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 29

European giants to challenge Tottenham for Serie A star; January exit possible

Tottenham need to be proactive in the January transfer window if they are to maintain their stance in the Premier League’s top-four in the second half of the campaign.

Liverpool FC News / Yardbarker / October 29

The tactical revolution behind Liverpool's Premier League collapse

The signs couldn't be clearer: Premier League teams have figured out how to break Liverpool down.

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Marseille News / Caught Offside / October 29

Report: Arsenal and Tottenham learn asking price for 25-year-old African target

Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Everton attacker Iliman Ndiaye. The 25-year-old has impressed in the Premier League, and he has attracted the attention of the London clubs.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 29

PL legend hits out at controversial Tottenham call vs Everton; takes a jibe at Lilywhites star

Tottenham Hotspur enjoyed a splendid 3-0 win against Everton at the weekend. And the North Londoners have enjoyed a lot of plaudits following that historic win, given how they became the first away team to take all three points from the Merseysiders’ new stadium.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 29

Chelsea’s average age stat shows they’re ignoring advice from fans and pundits

Paul Merson has been on Sky Sports today talking about Chelsea, and he’s taken a big swing at the club and their sporting directors for building a squad that’s not as good as some would have you think.

FC Cincinnati News / Field Level Media / October 29

Cincinnati D Nick Hagglund wins Comeback Player of Year

FC Cincinnati defender Nick Hagglund was named the 2025 MLS Comeback Player of the Year on Wednesday. Hagglund, 33, sustained a fractured fibula, torn ligaments and tendons, and significant cartilage damage in his ankle in a June 2024 match.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 29

German skipper lifts lid on phone call with Liverpool’s under-pressure signing

Florian Wirtz has received some high-profile words of encouragement from one of his international teammates, following what’s been a difficult introduction to life at Anfield.

Crystal Palace News / Extratime Talk / October 29

The Hype Around Bayern Youngster Lennart Karl

Bayern Munich have gone off to their best-ever start to a season this term. The Bavarian giants have won all of their 13 matches in all competitions so far.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 29

How Daniel Levy engineered Juventus fallout; butterfly effect hit Italian giants hard

Tottenham Hotspur had been looking to bring in a striker along the whole summer transfer window, but none of the transfers materialised until Daniel Levy pulled off a deadline-day surprise when the Lilywhites signed Randal Kolo Muani.

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Soccer News / Stretty News / October 29

Walcott now envious that Man Utd have ‘outstanding’ star who Arsenal should’ve signed ‘many years ago’

Theo Walcott has heaped praise on Manchester United duo Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha following their stellar starts to life at Old Trafford. The M16 faithful have been counting their blessings that INEOS pursued the Premier League-proven duo over any potential alternatives, as both have been as impactful as you’d hope from any new signing.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 29

Granit Xhaka stars again as Arsenal reunion looms

Arsenal have been told that, back in 2023, they sold an incredible player – one who is now performing on another level for one of their Premier League rivals.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / October 29

Swansea vs Manchester City: Three Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

On Wednesday, October 29, the Swansea.com Stadium will host the fourth round Swansea vs Manchester City Carabao Cup tie. Championship side Swansea will look to use cup momentum and home support, while fifth-placed Manchester City must balance rotation, form recovery, and injury management on the road.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 29

Nuno Espirito Santo keen to axe West Ham playmaker in January

West Ham United manager Nuno Espírito Santo is reportedly ready to part ways with James Ward-Prowse in the upcoming January transfer window, according to The Times.

Brentford FC News / Extratime Talk / October 29

The Key Chance Creators In The 2025/26 Premier League Season So Far

The 2025/26 Premier League season has thrown up a clear group of chance creators who are shaping games every week. When we talk about the key chance creators in the 2025/26 Premier League season, we mean the players who keep supplying teammates with opportunities to score.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 29

Jeff Stelling aims a dig at Arsenal for their playing style

Arsenal fans appear increasingly unbothered by criticism of their team’s pragmatic approach to football. Many now accept that effectiveness matters more than aesthetics.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 29

Forgotten Liverpool player lifts lid on life in Qatar

The career paths of former Liverpool players can take some surprising turns and one ex-Red has lifted the lid on a life far removed from the roar of Anfield.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / October 29

Wolves Predicted Lineup vs Chelsea For October 29

Wolverhampton Wanderers’ season so far has been one of disappointment, mounting pressure, low confidence, and a lack of any momentum. Under manager Vítor Pereira, the club has struggled in the Premier League, and now faces the challenge of upsetting Chelsea in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup at Molineux.

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 29

£31m Bundesliga ace makes final decision on ‘shock’ Man United January loan transfer

Jobe Bellingham reportedly has no desire to join Manchester United in January despite his ongoing struggles at Borussia Dortmund. In recent weeks, the youngest Bellingham brother has been linked with a mid-season switch to Old Trafford as INEOS make plans to bolster Ruben Amorim’s ranks in midfield.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / October 29

A host of Manchester City players have an opportunity to impress against Swansea

Manchester City take on Swansea tonight at the Swansea.com Stadium in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup. Pep Guardiola and his team will be hoping to pick up a win tonight to book their place in the next round of the competition.