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Virgil van Dijk criticised for throwing teammate under the bus as Liverpool’s poor form continues

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has come under criticism for allegedly throwing a teammate under the bus as the Reds endure one of their worst runs of form in recent years.

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Fabregas: ‘Como young players must enjoy the experience with Napoli’

Cesc Fabregas explains why he is asking his young Como players to ‘enjoy the experience’ against reigning champions of Italy Napoli this evening. It kicks off at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona at 17.00 GMT.

Crystal Palace News / SempreInter.com / November 1

Liverpool To Renew Push For Inter Milan Target After Failed Summer Pursuit

Reports from England suggest Liverpool are ready to make another attempt to sign Inter Milan target Marc Guehi after their summer move for the Crystal Palace defender was turned down.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 1

McTominay on Napoli pressure, De Bruyne injury and mocking Hojlund at Halloween

Scott McTominay knows he ‘has to adapt’ now that he is no longer a surprise at Napoli, and with Kevin De Bruyne’s absence through injury, but reveals a Rasmus Hojlund faux pas.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 1

Tottenham vs Chelsea – Team News: Enzo Maresca makes two defender decisions that will frustrate people

Chelsea face Tottenham at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in just over an hour, and the teams are in! We suspected that Enzo Maresca would do something funky, but while we predicted he would put Romeo Lavia into midfield, instead he’s put Reece James in there.

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 1

'Having a go' – Amorim furious with Man Utd star who let Bruno down

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim lost his cool as Diogo Dalot committed back-to-back blunders in the first half against Nottingham Forest. This has been a closely contested affair at City Ground, with both sides creating dangerous chances.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / November 1

Liverpool could offer more than €50m to sign target after 'positive' talks with his camp

Liverpool are looking to improve their defensive unit with the signing of Nico Schlotterbeck. The 25-year-old defender is on the radar of Real Madrid and Bayern Munich as well.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / November 1

Report: Man United preparing to launch £44m move for 17-goal target

Manchester United are looking to improve their attacking unit with the signing of Brazilian striker Vitor Roque. The 20-year-old has done quite well for Palmeiras, scoring 17 goals this season.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / November 1

Tottenham vs Chelsea Confirmed Lineups for November 1

These are the Tottenham vs Chelsea confirmed lineups for another London derby. These two teams have shown inconsistencies with only three points separating them in the Premier League even though the home side are third and the visitors are in ninth.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 1

Chris Sutton goes with his gut as he predicts Liverpool response at Anfield

Liverpool’s trip to Anfield tonight has been called a must-win by just about everyone and now even Chris Sutton believes history, not form, will guide us back to victory against Aston Villa.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 1

‘Stand up and be counted’ – Van Dijk’s rallying cry before Anfield showdown

Virgil van Dijk has sent a powerful message to supporters ahead of tonight’s Premier League clash with Aston Villa, insisting every player “has to stand up and be counted” as the Reds look to turn around their poor run of form.

RB Leipzig News / To The Lane And Back / November 1

'In no doubt'- Thomas Frank gives unequivocal verdict on misfiring Tottenham summer signing

Tottenham summer signing Xavi Simons is still finding his feet at N17 as he looks to replicate the form he consistently displayed for RB Leipzig. The Dutchman has yet to truly make his mark for the Lilywhites, with fans and pundits beginning to question whether he is ready to perform at the highest level in the Premier League.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 1

Man United turn attention towards 'world-class playmaker' after Baleba transfer setback

Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing the German International midfielder Angelo Stiller. The 24-year-old has done quite well in the Bundesliga with VfB Stuttgart, and he has attracted the attention of the Premier League club.

'Give them a breather'- Rotation key for Thomas Frank’s midfield dilemma as Tottenham prepare for Chelsea

Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea face off under the lights on Saturday in a fiercely contested London derby at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. After exiting

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 1

Arsenal team news: Has this Arteta decision condemned Gyokeres to continue his goal drought?

Arsenal have named their starting XI for today’s Premier League game away to Burnley, and one immediate issue stands out. Even if the Gunners are big favourites

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 1

Predicted: Enzo Maresca to make one significant tweak to preferred team in Spurs clash

It’s perhaps Chelsea’s biggest game of the season so far today as the Blues take on Tottenham at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and what we’re all wondering at this stage, a few hours before kick off, it what team Enzo Maresca is going to pick.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 1

Confirmed Arsenal team to face Burnley – Saliba and Gabriel start

Arsenal travel to Burnley today in the Premier League as they look to maintain their impressive winning run, and this is the team chosen by Mikel Arteta to secure another three points.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / November 1

Leeds United monitoring in-form Championship star as potential transfer target

Leeds United are reportedly monitoring Coventry City’s in-form striker Haji Wright as a potential transfer target, though he’s unlikely to be a priority for the club in January.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / November 1

Burnley vs Arsenal Confirmed Lineups for November 1

These are the confirmed lineups for Burnley vs Arsenal at Turf Moor, as the Gunners look to extend their impressive form following an early-season loss at Liverpool.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 1

Cash names Liverpool player we’re missing most this season

Liverpool head into another tricky Premier League weekend as Aston Villa travel to Anfield, and one of our opponents for the night has highlighted exactly why we’re feeling the absence of a key figure.

Soccer News / Larry Brown Sports / November 1

Seattle Reign coach admits to using A.I. to win games

In a groundbreaking revelation for NWSL tactics, Seattle Reign FC head coach Laura Harvey has openly credited ChatGPT with transforming her team’s defensive strategy, propelling them from league basement dwellers to playoff contenders in 2025.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / November 1

Manchester United to battle Manchester City and Barcelona for Levante striking sensation

Manchester United have still been looking for new strikers in the transfer market as the January transfer window knocks on the door. When this interest

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / November 1

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Aston Villa for November 1

Liverpool return to Anfield this weekend with pressure rising and questions growing louder. Wednesday night’s Carabao Cup defeat to Crystal Palace, a 0-3 loss at home, followed the painful league defeat to Brentford last weekend.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / November 1

A full blown injury crisis: Thomas Frank’s absentee list hit double figures

I was never a fan of Ange Postecoglou, but the news ahead of this afternoon’s game suggests I was too harsh on him regarding Tottenham injuries. The centre-back positions are the hardest hit, with Drăgușin, Davies, Romero (recently back), and Takai all affected.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / November 1

Tottenham vs Chelsea: Three Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

The Tottenham vs Chelsea London derby is set for Saturday as the two clubs meet in what promises to be a high-stakes Premier League clash. And if Matchweek 10’s fixture of the 2025/26 Premier League season is anything like 4-3 Chelsea win in December 2024, football fans are in for a treat.