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• Arsenal blow Aston Villa away in sensational second-half blitz to send emphatic title message

  30-12-2025 23:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  This victory may well be one they look back on in May. Faced with the Premier League’s in-form team, a side bouncing into north London after eight hair-raising wins on the spin, Arsenal blew away the merry men of Aston Villa in a sensational 30-minute, four-goal blitz at the Emirates. To close out 2025, jubilant on the touchline, it was Mikel Arteta’s biggest statement yet.What sort of message has it sent to Manchester City? An emphatic one. In recent weeks, it has been nervy late-ga
  
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• Report – Inter Milan Making Strides In Talks With Hajduk Split Over Croatian Starlet

  06-01-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report – Inter Milan Making Strides In Talks With Hajduk Split Over Croatian StarletInter Milan and Hajduk Split are reportedly in talks over the transfer of highly-rated youngster Branimir Mlacic to San Siro.According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the clubs are on the brink of finding an agreement.Branimir Mlacic has emerged as one of Europe’s most promising young prospects.Indeed, the 18-year-old is already an established first-team star at Poljud.For context, he has made 18 compe
  
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• Real Madrid keeping close tabs on former academy duo with buyback clauses

  06-01-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Real Madrid keeping close tabs on former academy duo with buyback clausesAt a time when Real Madrid are identifying several lacunae in their squad across the field, they are also finding many solutions from their academy La Fabrica.Gonzalo Garcia has emerged as a reliable option to strengthen the centre-forward position time and time again, while Nico Paz is emerging as a serious option to arrive in the summer to bolster the midfield.Now, as brought to light by The Athletic, Los Blancos are also
  
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• Gary O’Neil set to replace Chelsea-bound Liam Rosenior as Strasbourg head coach

  06-01-2026 14:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  Gary O’Neil set to replace Chelsea-bound Liam Rosenior as Strasbourg head coachRC Strasbourg Alsace have reached an agreement in principle with Gary O’Neil that will see the 42-year-old head coach succeed Liam Rosenior in the dugout, according to The Telegraph. The BlueCo-owned Ligue 1 club was in the market for a head coach after the American consortium poached Liam Rosenior to replace the departing Enzo Maresca.The outlet understands that details still need ironing out, b
  
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• How to watch Brentford vs Sunderland live: Stream, TV channel, team news, prediction

  06-01-2026 14:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  Both Brentford and Sunderland are having hugely impressive campaigns and they meet on Wednesday. WATCH — Brentford v SunderlandBrentford beat Everton 4-2 on Sunday and first-year coach Keith Andrews has done a heck of a job with the Bees as they sit on 30 points, just four points off the top four. That is amazing considering they lost Thomas Frank and several key players in the summer. Sunderland drew 1-1 at Tottenham Hotspur to continue their fine run, with Regis Le Bris' side so solid an
  
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• The three coaches Liam Rosenior will bring to Chelsea

  06-01-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Liam Rosenior will bring three coaches with him to Chelsea from Strasbourg after being confirmed as Enzo Maresca’s replacement.Maresca departed Stamford Bridge in a shock move on New Year’s Day, after spending 18 months in charge. The Italian won the Conference League and Club World Cup during his time at Chelsea, but disagreements with the club’s hierarchy led to his downfall.Chelsea’s BlueCo ownership has moved quickly to appoint Rosenior from Strasbourg, the French clu
  
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• Serie A: Pisa vs. Como – Confirmed line-ups and updates

  06-01-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Serie A: Pisa vs. Como – Confirmed line-ups and updatesNico Paz returns to the Como starting XI as Cesc Fabregas and his team look to draw level with Juventus and Roma when they take on Pisa in Serie A on Tuesday afternoon.Pisa sit in 19th place ahead of kick-off and require a victory if they are to lift themselves out of the relegation zone on Tuesday afternoon. They were held to a 1-1 draw by Genoa last time out: Their ninth draw of the Serie A campaign.Alberto Gilardino has made wholesa
  
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• Report – Inter Milan Reject Galatasaray’s Player-Plus-Cash Offer For Italy Midfielder: Juventus Remain In The Race

  06-01-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report – Inter Milan Reject Galatasaray’s Player-Plus-Cash Offer For Italy Midfielder: Juventus Remain In The RaceInter Milan and Galatasaray are negotiating a deal for Davide Frattesi, who is one step away from leaving San Siro.According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, Juventus are monitoring the situation and might hijack the Turks’ pursuit of the midfielder.Cristian Chivu has put the 26-year-old on the chopping block following an unimpressive first half of the season.Furtherm
  
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• Report – Inter Milan Plot Summer Swoop For Highly-Rated Atalanta Owned Wingback

  06-01-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report – Inter Milan Plot Summer Swoop For Highly-Rated Atalanta Owned WingbackSerie A leaders Inter Milan will reportedly go all-out to sign Atalanta’s rising star, Marco Palestra, at the end of the season.According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri will not sign a new wingback in January.Denzel Dumfries’ injury has left a massive hole on the right wing.Furthermore, marquee summer signing Luis Henrique has failed to live up to his €24 million price t
  
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• Guardiola rules out numerous signings despite injury issues

  06-01-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  [Getty Images]Pep Guardiola had a barrage of questions thrown his way regarding the injuries at Manchester City and said they have "six or seven players" out, before reeling off the main issues.Guardiola said Josko Gvardiol is out "for a long time" after sustaining a broken shinbone against Chelsea, while fellow centre-half Ruben Dias will be unavailable for "four to six weeks" with a hamstring issue.Guardiola has "no idea" how long John Stones will be out for, which is a major concern, as the d
  
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• Barcelona handed much-needed lift as key defender nears return for Super Cup semi-final

  06-01-2026 14:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona handed much-needed lift as key defender nears return for Super Cup semi-finalBarcelona’s preparations for the Spanish Super Cup have received a timely boost, with fresh reports suggesting that Ronald Araujo could yet be involved in the semi-final clash against Athletic Club. According to Mundo Deportivo, the Uruguayan defender is in contention to be included in the matchday squad, a development that would strengthen Barcelona’s defensive options at a crucial moment.Ara
  
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• Guardiola on defensive injuries, managers and January transfers

  06-01-2026 14:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has been speaking to the media before Wednesday's Premier League game against Brighton at Etihad Stadium (kick-off 19:30 GMT).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Ruben Dias, John Stones and Josko Gvardiol are all out with injuries but Nathan Ake is available. Dias will be sidelined for "four to six weeks" with a hamstring issue while Guardiola has "no idea" how long Stones will be out. Gvardiol had surgery for a broken shinbone on Monday and will be
  
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• What makes Derby better on the road?

  06-01-2026 14:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC]Derby's tactics allow them to exploit Rhian Brewster's pace according to fan writer Amelia Warren [Shutterstock]After coming through the ever-chaotic Christmas schedule, the Championship table has started to take its true shape.For Derby this means sitting comfortably in 13th position, 11 points off the bottom three, with much less to be worried about than this time last season.The Rams have won the same amount of games as they have lost so far in this campaign and also have an underwhelmin
  
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• Real Madrid president issues clear ultimatum to Xabi Alonso ahead of Spanish Super Cup

  06-01-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Real Madrid president issues clear ultimatum to Xabi Alonso ahead of Spanish Super CupPressure is rapidly mounting at Real Madrid as the Spanish Super Cup approaches, and the spotlight is on Xabi Alonso. This is because, according to Defensa Central, the club’s hierarchy has reached a critical point, with president Florentino Perez drawing a firm line regarding the manager’s future.As such, Perez has made it clear that the upcoming Spanish Super Cup could define Alonso’s t
  
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• Manchester City duo set for months out as double injury blow confirmed

  06-01-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester City duo set for months out as double injury blow confirmedPep Guardiola has confirmed a double injury blow to Manchester City’s centre-backs, with both Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol now ruled out for at least a month.Photo by Carl Recine/Getty ImagesManchester City suffered a double injury setback during the weekend game against Chelsea, with both Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol leaving the field of play early.City quickly confirmed that Gvardiol had suffered a tibial fracture to
  
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• Amorim 'blow-up' brings Wilcox into the spotlight

  06-01-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester United director of football Jason Wilcox (right), with chief executive Omar Berrada (centre) and minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe before last month's win at Wolves [Getty Images]He was a rapid left-winger in the 1990s and 2000s who won the Premier League with Blackburn Rovers before moving to Leeds United.But he would probably be more of a tough quiz question than a household name: which title-winner won three England caps in three different seasons over a four-year period?Yet Jason W
  
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• Man United settle on new plan for next manager after sacking Ruben Amorim

  06-01-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester United are likely to appoint an interim manager for the rest of the season and wait until the summer before bringing in the permanent successor to Ruben Amorim.United confirmed that Under-18s coach Darren Fletcher will take charge of Wednesday’s match at Burnley and the Scot is expected to remain at the helm for Sunday’s FA Cup tie with Brighton.But United are also considering waiting until the close season before installing a long-term replacement to Amorim, who was dismi
  
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• Serie A Biggest Value Risers – Inter Milan Boast Three Players Among Fastest Growing Stars

  06-01-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Serie A Biggest Value Risers – Inter Milan Boast Three Players Among Fastest Growing StarsInter Milan have three players among the fastest-rising stars in Serie A in terms of market value, highlighting the club’s growing talent pool.According to Transfermarkt via FCInter1908, Francesco Pio Esposito’s growth has been off the charts at San Siro.Cristian Chivu was right to ward off Napoli’s interest in the 20-year-old striker last summer.Indeed, Pio Esposito continues to pro
  
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• Report – The shirt number Joao Cancelo will take at Barcelona

  06-01-2026 13:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report – The shirt number Joao Cancelo will take at BarcelonaThe return of Joao Cancelo to FC Barcelona is all but secured, with an agreement over a loan deal reached with his club, Al Hilal.The Blaugrana will re-sign the Portuguese international, who already spent the 2023/24 season on loan at the club, on a temporary deal once again until the end of the season.Cancelo’s desire to return and acceptance of a salary cut were critical in the deal going through, with his arrival now see
  
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• 'It means the world to me' - Chelsea appoint Rosenior

  06-01-2026 13:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  Liam Rosenior has coached in the Championship with Derby County and Hull City [Getty Images]Chelsea have appointed Strasbourg manager Liam Rosenior as their new head coach.The 41-year-old Englishman joins the club on a five-and-a-half-year deal with an option for a further season as he replaces Enzo Maresca, who left on New Year's Day.Rosenior will be in the stands at Craven Cottage when Chelsea face Fulham in the Premier League on Wednesday, and will take charge of his first training session on
  
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• Italy youngster Leoni on ACL recovery and help from van Dijk: ‘Captain’s charisma’

  06-01-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  Italy youngster Leoni on ACL recovery and help from van Dijk: ‘Captain’s charisma’Italy youngster Giovanni Leoni has provided an in-depth update on his recovery from an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury that has kept him out of action for the majority of the season, and has revealed that he is in constant contact with Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk, who suffered the same set-back a few years ago.Leoni gives ACL update: ‘The strongest pain I’ve ever felt in
  
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• McFarlane on team fitness, Man City draw and Rosenior appointment

  06-01-2026 13:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  Chelsea's interim manager Calum McFarlane has been speaking to the media before Wednesday's Premier League game against Fulham at Craven Cottage (kick-off 19:30 GMT).Here are the key lines from his news conference:The players will report into Cobham for training on Tuesday so it is too early to give definitive team news, but he is hopeful Marc Cucurella, Robert Sanchez and Wesley Fofna will be available.He "briefly" spoke to newly appointed boss Liam Rosenior on Monday night and "will catch up w
  
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• Report: Man United star could be set for return after Ruben Amorim sacking

  06-01-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report: Man United star could be set for return after Ruben Amorim sackingRashford lifeline emerges after United resetThe dismissal of Ruben Amorim has subtly altered the geometry of Manchester United, and with it the prospects of Marcus Rashford. Once sidelined by a manager whose demands never quite aligned with his instincts, Rashford may now glimpse a route back to relevance at Old Trafford, even as his present remains in Spain, according to The Mirror.Photo IMAGOLoan spells shape uncertain f
  
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• Real Madrid superstar makes his position clear amid Chelsea and Saudi interest – report

  06-01-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Real Madrid superstar makes his position clear amid Chelsea and Saudi interest – reportReal Madrid are facing a delicate moment with one of their biggest stars, as uncertainty continues to surround the future of Vinicius Jr. Despite his importance on the pitch and his status as one of the faces of the club, recent weeks have been uncomfortable for the Brazilian forward, both on and off the field.According to an update shared by Defensa Central, though, in conversations with the club h
  
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• Barcelona still unsure about keeping €30m-rated forward beyond current season

  06-01-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona still unsure about keeping €30m-rated forward beyond current seasonMarcus Rashford has quickly become one of the most talked-about names at Barcelona this season. Signed last summer on loan from Manchester United, the forward has made a clear impact in the first half of the campaign, even if his role has not always been that of a guaranteed starter.Across all competitions, he has already registered seven goals and eleven assists, a return that places him among Barcelona&rsquo
  
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• Goalkeeper Brown leaves Solihull

  06-01-2026 13:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC Sport]Goalkeeper Rory Brown has left Solihull Moors following the end of his contract.The former Wolverhampton Wanderers academy graduate joined the Moors from Northern Ireland side Coleraine last summer on a contract until 6 January 2026.The 25-year-old from Londonderry did not make a league appearance for Solihull but did play three times in the National League Cup.The club described Brown as a "committed and valued member of the squad throughout his time at Damson Park".
  
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• 👀 TV shows Vini 'criticising' Real Madrid hat-trick hero

  06-01-2026 13:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  👀 TV shows Vini 'criticising' Real Madrid hat-trick heroVinícius Júnior at Real Madrid reportedly vented once again at Real Madrid.The Spanish program "El Día Después" from the broadcaster Movistar Plus+ used lip-reading specialists to decipher a conversation between the Brazilian and coach Xabi Alonso during the 5-1 victory over Betis last Sunday.The footage captured the moment when Vini complained about the lack of teamwork from his teammates, specifically t
  
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• 🏋️‍♂️ Real Sociedad announce changes to Pellegrino Matarazzo’s staff

  06-01-2026 13:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  🏋️‍♂️ Real Sociedad announce changes to Pellegrino Matarazzo’s staffThe arrival of Pellegrino Matarazzo to the Real Sociedad bench has also shaken up the composition of the Donostia staff. Today, the txuri urdin club announced changes.Both David Casamichana, fitness coach, and Felipe Sánchez, assistant, are leaving their positions at Real Sociedad. The fitness coach departs the club after eight seasons, while Sánchez had been serving since last
  
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• Andrews on Thiago, taking 'big steps forward' and Sunderland

  06-01-2026 13:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  Brentford boss Keith Andrews has been speaking to the media before Wednesday's Premier League game against Sunderland at Gtech Community Stadium (kick-off 19:30 GMT).Here are the key lines from his news conference:There is "nothing new to report" regarding team news, with the same squad from the 4-2 victory over Everton on Sunday expected to be available.On Igor Thiago, who scored his first Premier League hat-trick for the club in that game: "He plays a pivotal role in the team. The goals are wh
  
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• Pep Guardiola issues concerning Manchester City fitness update for Brighton clash

  06-01-2026 13:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  Pep Guardiola issues concerning Manchester City fitness update for Brighton clashManchester City manager Pep Guardiola faced the press on Tuesday afternoon ahead of Wednesday’s Premier League clash with Brighton and Hove Albion.The Blues’ title chances suffered the latest hit at the weekend as a 94th minute Enzo Fernandez leveller at the Etihad Stadium saw Chelsea salvage a point against a Manchester City side who have dropped four points in their opening two games of 2026.City next
  
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