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Manchester City 1 Arsenal 1: City player ratings as City take a point from the Emirates

Here are the City player ratings as Manchester City drew 1-all with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. Erling Haaland gave City an early lead with a calm finish after a driving Tijjani Reijnders run.

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Liverpool Get Bad News as Real Madrid See PSG Target’s Signing as Done Deal

MARCA reports that Liverpool views Ibrahima Konaté’s move to Real Madrid as a done deal, seeing it as a situation similar to Trent Alexander-Arnold’s transfer last year.

RB Leipzig News / SempreInter.com / September 21

Inter Milan President Scathing Attack On New San Siro Stadium Gridlock: 'Embarrassing Situation, If Not Resolved AC Milan & Inter Will Go Elsewhere'

Inter Milan president Giuseppe Marotta has said “Inter and AC Milan will have to go elsewhere” if the drama surrounding San Siro remains unresolved. The Italian businessman spoke to DAZN, with quotes via FCInterNews, prior to the Nerazzurri’s Serie A clash against Sassuolo this evening.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 21

Third free agent emerges as Real Madrid centre-back option in 2026

Real Madrid are keen to bolster at centre-back next summer as Xabi Alonso prepares for a host of key decisions. Veteran duo David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger are both out of contract in June 2026 with the former certain to move on.

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Soccer News / PSG Talk / September 21

Lamine Yamal Throws Shade at PSG Star With Bold Ballon d’Or Plans

Even though the Ballon d’Or race is mainly between two players, Mundo Deportivo reports that Yamal has already set ambitious plans. He’s prepared to host a private party in Paris tomorrow night if he takes home the award, which is why he’s bringing along 20 family members and friends to the ceremony.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 21

FOUR Premier League sides chase La Liga stat leader as 2026 transfer option

Athletic Club are preparing for a flood of transfer offers over key star Oihan Sancet in the summer of 2026. The Basque side have developed a reputation

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 21

Marotta: ‘San Siro sale situation is embarrassing for Inter and Milan’

Inter President Beppe Marotta warns the on-going battle over the sale of San Siro is ‘embarrassing’ and failure to sell the land would see them and Milan ‘leave the city.’ The match with Sassuolo kicks off at San Siro at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT).

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 21

Serie A | Fiorentina 1-2 Como: Viola overturned for last gasp defeat

Fiorentina are in crisis after fumbling a Rolando Mandragora lead, as Marc Oliver Kempf and Jayden Addai in stoppages turned it around for the Como victory.

Manchester United News / We All Follow United / September 21

Wayne Rooney pulls no punches as Manchester United star branded ‘naive’ vs Chelsea

Manchester United registered a much-needed 2-1 win against Chelsea at Old Trafford on September 20, 2025. The club was under a lot of pressure coming into the game, as they had secured just one win out of the four matches.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / September 21

Arsenal 1-1 Man City: Martinelli’s stoppage-time strike rescues a point

The Emirates was rocking for a 4.30pm kick-off and Arsenal started brightly, pinning Manchester City back in the opening exchanges. But it was Pep Guardiola’s side who struck first.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / September 21

Inter Milan Star Leaves Door Open For Italy Return: 'It’s Up To Gattuso'

Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi has said it is up to Italy head coach Gennaro Gattuso whether he is called back up to the national team but added “If he doesn’t want me, it’s not a problem.” Acerbi spoke to Mediaset, with quotes via FCInterNews, ahead of Inter’s Serie A clash with Sassuolo on Sunday.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / September 21

Official Starting Lineups – Inter Milan vs Sassuolo: Josep Martinez & Petar Sucic Start, Lautaro Martinez Benched

Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu has decided to start Josep Martinez in goal and Francesco Pio Esposito in attack against Sassuolo, benching captain Lautaro Martinez.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / September 21

Atalanta reinstate Lookman ahead of Juventus clash, but lose two key players to injury

Following a summer soap opera that ended in bad blood, Ademola Lookman has finally made peace with Atalanta, just in time to feature in next weekend’s clash against Juventus.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / September 21

Jan Aage Fjørtoft confirms FA Cup winner is in no rush to join Manchester United

Manchester United appointed Ruben Amorim in November 2024, after sacking Erik Ten Hag. Both the board and the fans should have expected that the Portuguese manager would be able to change the situation of the club.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / September 21

Watch: Lazio Pay Dearly for Their Mistakes as Roma Prevail in Derby – The Highlights

The official Serie A YouTube channel uploaded the highlights of the Derby della Capitale, which saw Roma beat Lazio by one goal to nil. The Biancocelesti had the bulk of the chances in the first half, but couldn’t break the deadlock.

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Soccer News / Football Italia / September 21

Lamptey suffers injury scare on full Fiorentina debut

Tariq Lamptey made his full debut for Fiorentina and it lasted only 22 minutes before he hobbled off with a knee injury against Como. This was his second appearance in Serie A following the late transfer from Brighton and Hove Albion, as he had already played for three minutes off the bench during last week’s 3-1 defeat to Napoli.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / September 21

Report: Tottenham learn what 25-year-old target has decided regarding January transfer

Tottenham Hotspur continue to be linked with Conor Gallagher from Atletico Madrid, but a move in January is unlikely. A report from Football Insider claims the 25-year-old midfielder is unwilling to leave the Spanish club during the January transfer window.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 21

Journalist hints at Liverpool youngsters set for Anfield chance in Carabao Cup

Liverpool could be set to hand first-team opportunities to several of our academy prospects when Southampton visit Anfield in the Carabao Cup. Independent academy writer Lewis Bower posted on X that “No Kieran Morrison, Tommy Pilling, Jayden Danns or Trey Nyoni for Liverpool U21s today.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / September 21

Tottenham expected to make January moves; depth needed as lack of firepower comes under scrutiny

There was a lot to admire about Tottenham’s fightback against Brighton after the Lilywhites came back from 2-0 down to secure a draw away from home. Thomas Frank had plenty of positive to take from the game, as the North London club showed real character and resilience to clinch an unlikely result.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 21

Shearer claims one Liverpool player is already worse than last season

Liverpool extended their flawless start to the Premier League season with a 2-1 derby win against Everton, but Alan Shearer believes not every member of our squad has hit the right level yet.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 21

Wayne Rooney slams Chelsea for having 'no imagination' as he criticises 'strange' Maresca decision

Wayne Rooney was less than impressed with Enzo Maresca during Chelsea’s defeat to Manchester United on Saturday evening. The Blues slumped to a 2-1 defeat at Old Trafford on a miserable afternoon in Manchester, and their wait for a first win at the famous ground since 2013 continues.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 21

Jamie Rednapp highlights key moment where it 'all goes wrong' for Sanchez in red card build-up

Sky Sport pundit Jamie Redknapp has revealed the moment where he thinks it went wrong for Robert Sanchez at Old Trafford. Chelsea slipped to their first Premier League defeat of the season as they lost 2-1 to Manchester United on a miserable afternoon at Old Trafford.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / September 21

Reliable journo touts Tottenham to be a ‘realistic option’ for Manchester United star side-lined by Amorim

Tottenham are aiming to turn their fortunes around this season and build on their Europa League success under Thomas Frank. With Daniel Levy departing N17 earlier this month, the Lilywhites are looking to focus on improving the results on the pitch and aim for more silverware in the coming years.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 21

Slot drops selection hint before Liverpool face Southampton at Anfield

Liverpool’s flawless start to the Premier League season continued with a derby win over Everton, but Arne Slot quickly shifted focus to the Carabao Cup, confirming key players will be rested against Southampton.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / September 21

Tottenham player’s agent opens up on his failed move to 'fantastic' club Chelsea

Tottenham Hotspur signed Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig during the summer transfer window, but the player was heavily linked with a move to Chelsea as well. Chelsea were hoping to sign the 22-year-old for several weeks, but the move did not work out eventually.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / September 21

Manchester City vs Arsenal: Latest City injury news and predicted City starting eleven ahead of today’s match

Manchester City face Arsenal today at the Emirates Stadium. Although the game comes early in the 25/26 season, it is a crucial Premier League fixture. Pep Guardiola’s side will be looking to continue the momentum they’ve built with wins over Manchester United and Napoli in their past two matches.