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Raheem Sterling Free To Sign Elsewhere After Chelsea Contract Terminated

Chelsea and winger Raheem Sterling have mutually agreed to terminate the remaining 18 months on his contract. He is now free to sign for any interested club.

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USMNT's Tillman nets 2 as Bayer book playoff spot

United States midfielder Malik Tillman scored an unusual though smart goal to give Bayer Leverkusen an early lead in the Champions League against Villarreal on Wednesday, then added a second to make it 2-0.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / January 28

Salah And Mac Allister Get 9 | Liverpool Players Rated In Dominant Win Vs Qarabag

Liverpool entertained Qarabag at Anfield earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result at home in the UEFA Champions League. The Reds made a bright start to the game and scored the opening goal in the 15th minute thanks to Alexis Mac Allister’s effort.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Last Word On Sports / January 27

UEFA Champions League Matchday 8 Predictions Including PSG vs Newcastle

Of the 36 teams that qualified for the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League, League Phase, 32 teams remain in contention for at least a place in the knockout playoffs, while more than 2 dozen teams have at least a narrow shot a top 8 finish to advance directly into the final phase of the tournament.

Soccer News / HITC / January 26

Tim Sherwood names different Liverpool option to replace Arne Slot over Xabi Alonso

While Xabi Alonso’s name is front and centre in the Liverpool manager conversation, Tim Sherwood believes there is another proven option worth considering.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / January 26

Ekitike And Endo To Start | 4-2-2-2 Liverpool Predicted Lineup Vs Qarabag

Liverpool will entertain Qarabag at Anfield this Wednesday night as they look to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. The Reds suffered a poor 3-2 loss away at Bournemouth recently, so they would be eager to bounce back with a victory in midweek.

Arne Slot News / Essential Football / January 26

Champions League legend Man Utd want is ‘determined’ to replace Arne Slot at Liverpool

Liverpool have reportedly made ‘positive contact’ with club legend Xabi Alonso as they consider options to replace Arne Slot as manager. The Dutchman’s future has been cast into doubt as the Reds continue to struggle their way through this turbulent season.

Arne Slot News / Caught Offside / January 25

Liverpool make contact with agents of Slot replacement, Reds star will be very happy

Liverpool have reportedly made contact with the agents of Xabi Alonso. It will be interesting to see if they are prepared to appoint the 44-year-old manager before the end of the season.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / January 25

Liverpool make move to appoint Xabi Alonso as next manager

Real Madrid parted ways with Xabi Alonso less than two weeks ago, but a return to the dugout could already be on the cards. The 44-year-old walked away from the Bernabeu after the Spanish Supercup final defeat to Barcelona, and soon, he could be walking into another of the clubs he represented during his playing career.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / January 25

Arsenal Team News and Predicted Lineups vs Manchester United for January 25

Arsenal host Manchester United on Sunday afternoon and will be hoping they can continue their winning ways after emerging victorious 3–1 at the San Siro in their midweek Champions League bout against Inter Milan.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / January 25

Arsenal step up interest in midfielder but he is determined to succeed at Real Madrid

Arsenal are closely monitoring the progress of Víctor Valdepeñas, one of Real Madrid’s most highly regarded young midfielders, according to a well-connected source on X.

Amine Adli News / NBC Sports / January 24

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Soccer News / The 4th Official / January 24

Szoboszlai Gets 8, Gakpo With 6 | Liverpool Players Rated In Disappointing Loss Vs Bournemouth

Liverpool faced off against Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium earlier this evening as they hoped to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League.

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Bournemouth vs Liverpool Lineups, Injuries, Preview

It is matchweek 23 in the Premier League, and Liverpool will play away at Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium. Liverpool remains unbeaten after 13 games played across all competitions.

Arne Slot News / Caught Offside / January 23

'What I expect…' – Arne Slot speaks out on Liverpool’s January transfer window plans

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has all but ruled out the Reds doing any major transfer business during the January window. Speaking at his press conference today, as quoted by journalist David Lynch, Slot said that his current expectation was that the winter would pass without any new additions for Liverpool.

Soccer News / HITC / January 23

Arsenal vs. Manchester United preview, kick-off time and team news

Arsenal aim to preserve their unbeaten home record as they take on Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in one of the standout fixtures of the Premier League weekend.

Bayer Leverkusen News / The 4th Official / January 22

Gakpo And Jones To Start | 4-2-3-1 Liverpool Predicted Lineup Vs Bournemouth

Liverpool will lock horns with Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium this Saturday as they look to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / January 21

Gareth Bale explains why Xabi Alonso failed at Real Madrid

Last week, Xabi Alonso brought to an end his disappointing seven-month spell as head coach of Real Madrid. After the Spanish Supercup defeat to Barcelona, he mutually agreed to terminate his contract with immediate effect, with Alvaro Arbeloa immediately installed as his replacement.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / January 21

Liverpool Team News & Predicted Lineup vs Marseille for January 21

This is the Liverpool team news for their UEFA Champions League tie with Marseille. This will have the most recent injury news from Arne Slot’s press conference as well as an attempted predicted lineup for this midweek fixture.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Total Apex Sports / January 20

Xabi Alonso Would Instantly Say Yes To Liverpool After Real Madrid Exit

Xabi Alonso’s coaching career has taken another dramatic turn. After a short and ultimately disappointing stint in charge of Real Madrid, the Spanish football icon is reportedly planning to take a brief break from coaching. However, only if Liverpool do not come calling.

Bayer Leverkusen News / HITC / January 16

Man Utd are ‘definitely’ eyeing manager with 51-match unbeaten run on CV

Michael Carrick was named interim head coach on Tuesday, but with the season winding down, Ineos are likely to start moving more quickly in their hunt for a long-term replacement.