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Riccardo Calafiori compounds Arsenal’s selection woes

Riccardo Calafiori has added to Arsenal’s selection difficulties after receiving a booking in their match against Aston Villa. The Italian has served as the main left back for the Gunners throughout this season, making him a consistent presence in the side.

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Lazio 1-1 Bologna – Sarri hits back at Lotito: ‘We need players who actually improve us’

Lazio head coach Maurizio Sarri has responded to club president Claudio Lotito’s claims that Lazio ‘will not be weakened’ in the January transfer window, stating “that isn’t enough, this team needs to be strengthened”, after the Biancocelesti drew 1-1 in an even contest with Bologna on Sunday evening.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / December 7

Player Ratings: Lazio 1-1 Bologna – Nuno Tavares Has Another Shocker

On Sunday, Lazio and Bologna played out an entertaining draw at the Stadio Olimpico. Gustav Isaksen broke the deadlock for the home side in the 38th minute by pouncing on the rebound, but his fellow Dane Jens Odgaard replied in similar fashion just two minutes later.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 7

Lazio 1-1 Bologna – Italiano ‘happy with the point’ despite late red card opportunity

Bologna coach Vincenzo Italiano insisted he was satisfied with a point at the Stadio Olimpico, even though his side played the final stages with an extra man in the 1-1 draw against Lazio.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 7

Match Report: Dull Chelsea draw 0-0 with Bournemouth to extend blip

Chelsea drew 0-0 with Bournemouth at the Vitality after a poor game to make it 3 games without a win. The Blues couldn’t have started the game much worse.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 7

Chiellini: ‘Juventus give no reference points’ with new roles

Juventus director Giorgio Chiellini explains the unusual new roles for Kenan Yildiz and Teun Koopmeiners against Napoli. ‘The idea is to provide no reference points.’ It kicks off at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona at 19.45 GMT.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 7

Atletico Madrid competing with Chelsea to sign Argentina international

Atletico Madrid have a knack for signing Argentine players, and another could be heading to the RiyadhAir Metropolitano next summer. Juan Musso, Thiago Almada and Nico Gonzalez joined in 2025, and soon, they could be joined by Valentin Barco.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / December 7

Keith Wyness urges Tottenham to stick with Thomas Frank despite poor performances lately

Pressure is increasing on head coach Thomas Frank to improve Tottenham Hotspur’s fortunes. After a promising start to life in N17, the Dane has been struggling to get anything right.

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 7

Juventus team bus bombarded by rocks ahead of Napoli clash

Juventus made an unusual decision in order to avoid crowd trouble ahead of their trip to Napoli this evening, but still saw their bus windows smashed as rocks were thrown.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 7

Manna: ‘Spalletti said Juventus made to win, Napoli to dream’

Napoli director Giovanni Manna explains how Luciano Spalletti saw the differences between them and Juventus. ‘One is made to win, the other to dream.’ It kicks off at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona at 19.45 GMT.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / December 7

Lazio 1-1 Bologna: A Game of Two Danes

Lazio squandered an opportunity to edge closer to the European spots, as they settled for a draw at home against Bologna. The biggest surprise in Maurizio Sarri’s lineup was the inclusion of Danilo Cataldi, who returned from injury ahead of schedule.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 7

Barcelona stars react to Real Betis victory – 'I can’t describe this feeling'

Barcelona secured their six La Liga victory in a row on Saturday with a thrilling 5-3 win over Real Betis at La Cartuja. It’s a result that has taken the Catalans four points clear at the top of the table, although that gap can be reduced to one again if Real Madrid defeat Celta Vigo on Sunday.

Bologna News / Football Italia / December 7

Serie A | Lazio 1-1 Bologna | Player Ratings – Ravaglia shows stripes as Tavares flops

Lazio drew 1-1 with Bologna at the Stadio Olimpico this evening in an even contest that saw both goals come within moments of one another at the tail end of the first half.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 7

Serie A | Lazio 1-1 Bologna: A point that satisfies nobody

Jens Odgaard cancelled out the Gustav Isaksen opener, as Lazio and Bologna played a 1-1 draw, with Mario Gila sent off for dissent. Curiously, these teams won in the Coppa Italia midweek and will meet each other in the quarter-finals.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 7

Mo Salah’s agent already made Arne Slot thoughts clear with four-word statement amid Liverpool bombshell

Ramy Abbas Issa already has a positive opinion of Arne Slot following the Liverpool boss’ impressive Premier League triumph last term. However, one has to wonder what exactly Mo Salah’s agent is feeling, having surely observed his client throw a live grenade into the dressing room with his post-Leeds comments.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 7

Does Mosquera’s injury make Arsenal’s depth an illusion?

Arsenal’s squad depth has been praised since the start of this season, and the club might have found itself in a far more difficult position had it not increased its numbers across the pitch.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 7

Chelsea striker set for 2 months out in devastating blow to Blues’ season

Chelsea not only got a disappointing draw when they faced Bournemouth on Saturday, they also got terrible news when Liam Delap went off injured. After a heavy fall and a tangle with Marcos Senesi at a corner, the striker looked to have dislocated his shoulder.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 7

Report: Chelsea closely monitoring another Strasbourg star, two other Champions League clubs interested

Strasbourg talent Valentin Barco is catching the attention of Chelsea and other top clubs according to reports. Barco joined the Ligue 1 outfit from Brighton in the summer and has made a very good start to the season in France.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 7

Andrea Berta makes move to put Arsenal in driving seat to sign youngster

Ayyoub Bouaddi is attracting attention from some of Europe’s top clubs, and Arsenal appear determined to secure his signature. The teenager has impressed during his time with Lille’s first team, consistently standing out as one of their most influential players this season.