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Why Is Xavi Simons Not Playing Today for Tottenham vs. Sunderland?

Sunderland AFC visits Tottenham Hotspur at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this Sunday, Jan. 4, for Matchday 20 of the Premier League 2025-26. Regis Le Bris's men arrive for this match in seventh place in the league standings with 29 points after 19 games, with a record of seven wins, eight draws, and four losses.

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'Beat Man City' – Chelsea winger confident Blues have a chance despite tall order

Pedro Neto was the man chosen to step up and speak publicly after a hectic week at Chelsea which saw the manager removed. This all happened in the build-up to perhaps the trickiest trip of the year – to face Man City at the Etihad.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 4

Paul Merson reveals when Arsenal can stop worrying about title rivals

Arsenal players and coaches often insist that their focus remains solely on their own performances rather than the actions of their rivals. However, when the title race is tight and the nearest challenger is close on the league table, it becomes difficult to ignore what is happening elsewhere.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / January 4

'In a heartbeat' – Danilo hellbent on Juventus return, aims dig at previous management

Former Juventus captain Danilo was a special guest at the Allianz Stadium during Saturday’s contest against Lecce. The 34-year-old joined the Bianconeri

Real Betis News / Real Madrid CF on SI / January 4

Confirmed Starting Lineup For La Liga Game Between Real Madrid And Real Betis As Late Injury Revealed

It's a new year, and Real Madrid looks to start the remainder of the season strongly after the winter break. They are at the Bernabeu for the first game of 2026 as they face a tough Real Betis side, who sit in sixth in the standings.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / January 4

Lazio 0-2 Napoli: Nervous Aquile Outplayed by the Champions

Lazio began their 2026 in poor fashion, losing an ill-tempered contest at home to Napoli by two unanswered goals. Maurizio Sarri was happy to welcome Matteo Guendouzi and Toma Basic back from suspension.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / January 4

Barcelona favourites to sign Serie A striker as free agent

Barcelona have plans to sign a new striker in the summer, with Robert Lewandowski set to depart when his contract expires. The Catalans hope to secure the services of a world class number nine, but despite being interested in the likes of Julian Alvarez and Harry Kane, the likelihood is that a low-cost option will be sought instead.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 4

Neres injury and three red cards: Lazio 0-2 Napoli ends in chaos

Antonio Conte has another injury concern to deal with following Napoli’s 2-0 victory against Lazio on Sunday, which ended with three red cards, two just

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 4

Serie A | Lazio 0-2 Napoli: Politano inspires, but Aquile lose their temper

Napoli made short work of Lazio with Matteo Politano assists for Leonardo Spinazzola and Amir Rrahmani, but it was a tense game with three red cards and a David Neres injury.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / January 4

Time to Go – Kasper Schmeichel like the Celtic board is past his sell by date

Kasper Schmeichel, who will be 40 this year, is in the firing line once again after yet another substandard performance in yesterday’s defeat to theRangers at Celtic Park, following on from his poor performance at Fir Park in the defeat there.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 4

Joe Hart says Amorim has a player at his disposal who ‘gets people on the edge of their seats’, he brings that ‘spark’

Joe Hart heaped praise on Matheus Cunha ahead of Manchester United’s clash with Leeds United this afternoon. The two fierce rivals meet for the first time since Leeds returned to the top flight this season, with the first instalment of the Roses derby taking place in West Yorkshire at Elland Road.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 4

Report: Chelsea eye January move for highly rated Championship star

Chelsea are interested in Othmane Maamma with the 20-year-old Moroccan winger on their radar according to reports. The Blues once again heavily invested in their squad last summer, and made five new attacking signings as they totally revamped their frontline.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 4

Declan Rice reveals whether he will watch the Man City game

Arsenal have done what was required this weekend by widening the gap between themselves and Manchester City, although attention now turns to how the champions respond later today.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 4

Chelsea want 'revenge' on team who stole their crown jewel, want to sign 3 players

Chelsea are apparently “ready to throw a missile into the Liverpool academy” as they look for “revenge” for the poaching of Rio Ngumoha, one of the country’s best young talents 18 month ago.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 4

Al-Hilal Must Make Sales Before Pursuing Move For Inter Milan Veterans; Even If Ex Barcelona Star Leaves

Any potential move involving Joao Cancelo and Inter Milan would first require Al-Hilal to resolve an important regulatory obstacle to sign Stefan de Vrij or Francesco Acerbi.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 4

Inter Milan Will Not Move To Replace Ageing Stars In January Despite Potential Moves

Inter Milan are not planning to sign a new central defender in January, even if one of their senior figures leaves the club during the winter transfer window.

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Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / January 4

Winter warmer: Spurs in for Udinese’s 25-year-old centre-back

The Boy Hotspur’s Substack understands that Tottenham Hotspur are preparing a winter move for Udinese’s 25-year-old centre-back Oumar Solet. The club want fresh competition for the Micky van de Ven/Cristian Romero pairing, and speculation around a possible Radu Dragusin exit is pushing Spurs to add depth at the back.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 4

'The main thing is' Declan Rice reacts to Arsenal win against Bournemouth

Declan Rice emerged as a decisive figure in Arsenal’s 3-2 victory over Bournemouth, yet his attention remained firmly on the importance of the result rather than individual acclaim.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 4

Arteta says Bournemouth game was different from Aston Villa game

Mikel Arteta has guided Arsenal to consecutive victories over Aston Villa and Bournemouth following their win against the Cherries last night. The result underlined the Gunners’ ability to sustain momentum during a demanding period and reinforced their status as one of the strongest teams in world football this season.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 4

Alan Shearer sends warning to Liam Rosenior as he hits out at 'bonkers' Chelsea

Alan Shearer has warned Liam Rosenior to think “long and hard” about accepting the Chelsea job as he described the club as “bonkers” at times. Chelsea are once again looking for a new manager after Enzo Maresca on Thursday after just 18 months in charge.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / January 4

Leeds and Newcastle join battle for Brazilian prodigy tipped for stardom

Leeds United are interested in signing the Internacional striker Raykkonen. The 17-year-old centre forward has impressed with the club’s youth team, and his performances have attracted the attention of multiple clubs.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 4

Leeds eye goal-scoring defender who’s outperforming Europe’s best

Lead United are interested in signing the Union Berlin defender Danilho Doekhi. The 27-year-old Netherlands international has done quite well for the German club, and he has attracted the attention of the Premier League club now.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 4

'Too much of a risk' – Arne Slot lifts lid on Liverpool call that raised eyebrows

Liverpool’s first away trip of 2026 comes with familiar questions lingering beneath the surface, even if the table still keeps us firmly in the mix. We travel to Craven Cottage this afternoon knowing that squad management, rather than form alone, is becoming an increasing theme of our season.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 4

Tottenham scouts convinced 16-G/A target is the real deal, £35m would get deal done

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Greek international attacker Christos Tzolis. According to a report from TEAMtalk, the 23-year-old is highly rated by Tottenham, and the club’s analytics and scouting department believes that he is a quality player who could develop into a star in future.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 4

Andoni Iraola admits Arsenal had the better second half

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola acknowledged that Arsenal were the stronger side after the interval as the Gunners secured a 3-2 victory in an entertaining Premier League encounter last night.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 4

Enzo Maresca left so angry with Chelsea owners that he walked away from £14m

Former Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca was apparently left so angry with the club owners that he walked away from £14m. The official word was that Chelsea and Maresca had mutually parted company, so it wasn’t an official sacking or Maresca walking away.

Tottenham Hotspur News / Yardbarker / January 3