BREAKING NEWS
NBA PLAYOFFS: LAKERS EDGE OUT WARRIORS IN THRILLING GAME 7 • MLB TRADE RUMORS: YANKEES EYEING STAR PITCHER • TENNIS: ALCARAZ DOMINATES FRENCH OPEN SEMIFINALS • TRANSFER: BELLINGHAM TO REAL MADRID CONFIRMED • UCL: HAALAND'S HATTRICK SENDS MAN CITY TO THE FINAL • NBA PLAYOFFS: LAKERS EDGE OUT WARRIORS IN THRILLING GAME 7 • MLB TRADE RUMORS: YANKEES EYEING STAR PITCHER • TENNIS: ALCARAZ DOMINATES FRENCH OPEN SEMIFINALS • TRANSFER: BELLINGHAM TO REAL MADRID CONFIRMED • UCL: HAALAND'S HATTRICK SENDS MAN CITY TO THE FINAL •
Off The Bench
HOMEFOOTBALLSCORESTRANSFERSBASKETBALLTENNISMORE
SEARCH
OFF THE BENCH
HOMEFOOTBALLSCORESTRANSFERSBASKETBALLTENNISMORE
SEARCH

SEARCH

503 results for “Anfield”

Enzo Maresca’s Manchester City dominate Premier League with flawless start as Arsenal slip into second place
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Enzo Maresca’s Manchester City dominate Premier League with flawless start as Arsenal slip into second place

Manchester City’s opening seven-game winning streak under Enzo Maresca has cemented their status as the 2026-27 Premier League title favorites, despite an impending guilty verdict on 114 financial irregularity charges. With Arsenal now three points behind and Liverpool looming at Anfield, the race for supremacy has begun in dramatic fashion.

17 Oct 2026
ArsenalEnglish Premier LeagueManchester City
BN
Breaking News
BREAKING NEWS

Barcola’s Premier League Struggles Raise Questions Over Liverpool’s £123m Investment

Bradley Barcola’s inconsistent Premier League form—including a barren return from his record-breaking transfer—has sparked concerns over his impact at Anfield, with critics demanding immediate results after his Champions League heroics. Liverpool’s frontline depth remains a pressing issue as Barcola fails to replicate his PSG brilliance in England’s top flight.

17 Oct 2026
AnfieldBradley BarcolaBreaking News
Bradley Barcola’s Finishing Sparks Debate Among Liverpool Supporters
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Bradley Barcola’s Finishing Sparks Debate Among Liverpool Supporters

Bradley Barcola arrived at Liverpool from Paris Saint-Germain with a reputation for flair and attacking ability. His early performances have shown flashes of that quality, but his finishing has also p

17 Oct 2026
English Premier Leagueliverpool
Manchester City fans return to Anfield with inflatable bananas as defiant statement ahead of Ipswich showdown
BREAKING NEWS

Manchester City fans return to Anfield with inflatable bananas as defiant statement ahead of Ipswich showdown

With the Premier League verdict still fresh, Manchester City supporters are reclaiming their identity at Etihad Stadium—this time with a 1980s throwback that has become a symbol of resilience. The inflatable bananas, once a staple of Maine Road, now signal a refusal to be silenced as the club faces its first home game since the financial ruling.

17 Oct 2026
Breaking NewsIpswich TownManchester City
Bayern Munich’s Herbert Hainer: ‘No Regrets’ on Wirtz Missed Bid—But Liverpool’s Midfield Crisis Deepens
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Bayern Munich’s Herbert Hainer: ‘No Regrets’ on Wirtz Missed Bid—But Liverpool’s Midfield Crisis Deepens

Herbert Hainer has dismissed speculation of a January return for Florian Wirtz, calling the Liverpool midfielder ‘outstanding’ despite his struggles in England. With Andoni Iraola under pressure and Bayern’s squad already stacked, the German giant’s stance leaves Wirtz’s future at Anfield in limbo—just as Liverpool’s midfield conundrum intensifies.

17 Oct 2026
Bayern MunichEnglish Premier LeagueGerman Bundesliga
Brentford’s Unbeaten Streak Faces Liverpool’s Test in Premier League Showdown
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Brentford’s Unbeaten Streak Faces Liverpool’s Test in Premier League Showdown

Brentford’s flawless Premier League campaign is under immediate pressure as Liverpool return to the Gtech Community Stadium, seeking revenge for a 3-2 defeat last October. With Brentford’s home form in sharp focus and Liverpool’s defensive vulnerabilities exposed, this clash will determine whether the Bees can maintain their dominance or if Jurgen Klopp’s side can break their run.

17 Oct 2026
Brentford FCEnglish Premier LeagueJurgen Klopp
Liverpool’s January window: The defender who could redefine their defensive future
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Liverpool’s January window: The defender who could redefine their defensive future

Liverpool’s defensive future is entering a decisive period, with Virgil van Dijk’s contract set to expire at the end of the season and Ronald Araujo currently at the club only on loan. Yet the lat

17 Oct 2026
English Premier Leagueliverpool
Premier League Week 7: The Clash of Expectations and Upsets That Will Define the Campaign
BREAKING NEWS

Premier League Week 7: The Clash of Expectations and Upsets That Will Define the Campaign

From Brentford’s potential dismantling of Liverpool to Leeds United’s audacious challenge against Manchester United, this weekend’s fixtures promise drama, tactical battles, and results that could reshape the early Premier League table. Meanwhile, Manchester City’s next steps and the intensity of midweek European returns set the stage for a season where no title race is guaranteed.

17 Oct 2026
ArsenalAston VillaBreaking News
Manchester City’s legal battle risks turning the Premier League’s competitive spirit into a sideshow
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Manchester City’s legal battle risks turning the Premier League’s competitive spirit into a sideshow

The Premier League’s reputation as the world’s most competitive football league has always been built on its ability to deliver drama, tension and a relentless pursuit of excellence. But the Manch

17 Oct 2026
English Premier LeagueManchester City
EPL
English Premier League
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Maresca warns of Haaland workload crisis as City’s core faces unsustainable rotation demands

Manchester City’s title defense hangs on a fragile balance—Erling Haaland’s relentless workload has reached a breaking point, with Enzo Maresca admitting rest is now unavoidable. The Ipswich clash looms as a test of whether Pep’s squad can rotate without sacrificing momentum.

17 Oct 2026
English Premier LeagueManchester City
Liverpool’s Top-Four Ambitions Crumble Under Overspending and Tactical Struggles
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Liverpool’s Top-Four Ambitions Crumble Under Overspending and Tactical Struggles

Dietmar Hamann has delivered a blunt verdict on Liverpool’s Premier League season, dismissing any realistic chance of a top-four finish while criticizing the club’s transfer strategy. With Andoni Iraola’s project still unproven and key signings failing to deliver, the Reds face a stark reality: their summer spending has not translated into on-pitch results.

16 Oct 2026
Andoni IraolaDietmar HamannEnglish Premier League
Liverpool’s €60m pursuit of La Liga’s rising midfield star sparks Premier League transfer frenzy
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Liverpool’s €60m pursuit of La Liga’s rising midfield star sparks Premier League transfer frenzy

Liverpool have secured a deal for Bradley Barcola in a £120m move from PSG, while Manchester United and Arsenal escalate their bids for Barcelona’s Jules Kounde. Meanwhile, Martin Zubimendi’s five-year Sociedad contract complicates Liverpool’s summer plans, and Newcastle’s €60m signing of Matias Fernandez-Pardo reshapes their rebuild under Jaissle.

16 Oct 2026
ArsenalChelseaEnglish Premier League
Liverpool’s Midfield Control Hinges on Gravenberch’s Availability as Van Dijk Marks 200th Premier League Cap
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Liverpool’s Midfield Control Hinges on Gravenberch’s Availability as Van Dijk Marks 200th Premier League Cap

Liverpool’s Premier League campaign faces a tactical dilemma ahead of the Brentford clash, with Thiago Alcântara’s suspension forcing manager Andoni Iraola to reconsider his midfield structure. Meanwhile, Virgil van Dijk prepares to captain the Reds for his 200th Premier League appearance, while fitness concerns linger for key defenders and attackers.

16 Oct 2026
English Premier Leagueliverpool
Brentford’s Kevin Schade injury status: Will he face Liverpool after shoulder setback?
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Brentford’s Kevin Schade injury status: Will he face Liverpool after shoulder setback?

With Liverpool looming at Gtech Stadium, Brentford’s top scorer Kevin Schade remains in limbo after a shoulder injury forced him off against Aston Villa. Keith Andrews has not ruled out his return, but late fitness checks could decide the winger’s availability—while Schade’s absence would force Brentford to pivot to alternatives in a high-stakes Premier League clash.

16 Oct 2026
BrentfordEnglish Premier LeagueJannik Schuster
Kane secures Bayern Munich extension as Guler returns to Real Madrid and Liverpool target Scott
FOOTBALL

Kane secures Bayern Munich extension as Guler returns to Real Madrid and Liverpool target Scott

Harry Kane is on the verge of locking in a new contract at Bayern Munich, while Arda Güler’s return to Real Madrid solidifies La Liga’s midfield. Meanwhile, Liverpool’s pursuit of Bournemouth’s Alex Scott enters a decisive phase as the Premier League’s transfer market shifts into high gear.

15 Oct 2026
Bayern MunichliverpoolReal Madrid
←PREVIOUS
1…89101112…34
NEXT→
Page 10 of 34

OFF THE BENCH

Your destination for breaking sports news, match analysis, live scores, and tactical coverage from major leagues across the globe.

Xfin

SPORTS

FootballTransfersMatch Centre

FOOTBALL

Premier LeagueChampions LeagueLa LigaSerie A

COMPANY & INFO

About UsContactPrivacy PolicyTerms of Service

© 2026 Off The Bench. All rights reserved.

Live scores and statistical data supplied for editorial coverage.