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Arsenal Lead Premier League Chase for Real Madrid’s Rodrygo Amid Injury Return and Valuation Battle
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Arsenal Lead Premier League Chase for Real Madrid’s Rodrygo Amid Injury Return and Valuation Battle

Arsenal are maintaining contact with Rodrygo’s representatives and regard the Real Madrid forward as a long-term option, but they are not leading an active January transfer race. The most reliable c

17 Sept 2026
ArsenalBreaking NewsEnglish Premier League
Seamus Coleman Omitted as Republic of Ireland Name Nations League Squad
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Seamus Coleman Omitted as Republic of Ireland Name Nations League Squad

Seamus Coleman will not feature for the Republic of Ireland in their upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures, stepping aside from international duty as the 37-year-old defender continues his search for a club after his Everton departure.

17 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsFootballLiam Kitching
Romeo Lavia Driven to ‘Change Narrative’ at Chelsea After Injury Setbacks
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Romeo Lavia Driven to ‘Change Narrative’ at Chelsea After Injury Setbacks

Romeo Lavia is finally reaping the rewards of his grueling road back to fitness as he locks down a regular spot in Chelsea’s midfield. The 22-year-old Belgian is aiming to cement his longest run in the team against Brentford after overcoming persistent physical hurdles.

17 Sept 2026
ChelseaEnglish Premier LeagueFootball
Joao Pedro Withdraws From Brazil Squad With Injury Ahead of Chelsea’s Brentford Clash
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Joao Pedro Withdraws From Brazil Squad With Injury Ahead of Chelsea’s Brentford Clash

João Pedro has withdrawn from Brazil’s squad because of an injury, with Fluminense’s Matheus Martinelli called up as his replacement. However, the forward has not been ruled out of Chelsea’s Fr

17 Sept 2026
BrazilBreaking NewsChelsea
Tuchel Defends Tactical Decisions After Atlanta Heartbreak as England Reshuffle for France Clash
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Tuchel Defends Tactical Decisions After Atlanta Heartbreak as England Reshuffle for France Clash

Thomas Tuchel has stood by his late defensive substitutions in England’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, acknowledging the timing was flawed during an intense tactical battle in Atlanta. As the squad turns its focus to the third-place play-off against France in Miami, Tuchel has made drastic changes to his starting lineup.

16 Sept 2026
Anthony GordonArgentinaBreaking News
Two Key Areas Coventry City Can Target to Expose Aston Villa in Carabao Cup Clash
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Two Key Areas Coventry City Can Target to Expose Aston Villa in Carabao Cup Clash

Frank Lampard’s Coventry City are preparing to test Aston Villa in the Carabao Cup third round after pinpointing two key tactical areas to hurt Unai Emery’s side. With Nigeria international Frank Onyeka facing a late fitness assessment, Coventry hope to capitalize on Villa’s chaotic period of squad transition.

16 Sept 2026
Aston VillaCarabao CupCoventry City
Mikel Arteta Opens Up on Premier League Title Triumph as Arsenal Set Sights on European Glory
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Mikel Arteta Opens Up on Premier League Title Triumph as Arsenal Set Sights on European Glory

Mikel Arteta has reflected on the emotional whirlwind of Arsenal being crowned Premier League champions. The Gunners manager revealed his private reaction to the decisive title-clinching result, his exacting standards for Martin Odegaard, and how domestic glory eases pressure ahead of the Champions League final.

16 Sept 2026
ArsenalBreaking NewsEnglish Premier League
Carrick Cautious on Squad Rotation Ahead of Brighton Carabao Cup Clash
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Carrick Cautious on Squad Rotation Ahead of Brighton Carabao Cup Clash

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick faces mounting pressure as he weighs a strong starting XI against Brighton in Thursday’s Carabao Cup tie, while balancing injury concerns and squad depth.

16 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFootballManchester United
Mourinho Worried as Real Madrid Surrender Lead Before Late Espi Winner at Elche
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Mourinho Worried as Real Madrid Surrender Lead Before Late Espi Winner at Elche

Real Madrid threw away a two-goal advantage against Elche before Carlos Espi rescued a 3-2 victory in injury time. Manager Jose Mourinho expressed serious concern after the match despite securing all three points in La Liga.

15 Sept 2026
Arda GulerAurelien TchouameniBreaking News
Dowman Double Propels Arsenal Past Ipswich Town into Carabao Cup Fourth Round
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Dowman Double Propels Arsenal Past Ipswich Town into Carabao Cup Fourth Round

Sixteen-year-old Max Dowman stole the show with two goals and an assist as Arsenal secured a 4-2 victory against Ipswich Town at Portman Road to march into the Carabao Cup fourth round.

15 Sept 2026
ArsenalCarabao CupEnglish Premier League
Gabriel Jesus Poised for First Barcelona Start Ahead of Racing Clash
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Gabriel Jesus Poised for First Barcelona Start Ahead of Racing Clash

Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus, fresh from his deadline‑day move from Arsenal, could earn his inaugural start for Barcelona as Hansi Flick weighs squad rotation before the La Liga showdown with Racing.

15 Sept 2026
ArsenalBarcelonaEnglish Premier League
Michael Owen Backs Michael Carrick Over Benjamin Sesko Bench Decision in Manchester Derby Defeat
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Michael Owen Backs Michael Carrick Over Benjamin Sesko Bench Decision in Manchester Derby Defeat

Former Premier League striker Michael Owen has defended Michael Carrick’s decision to drop Benjamin Sesko for Manchester United’s derby loss against Manchester City. Owen asserted that the forward does not currently rank among the top 10 players in his position.

15 Sept 2026
Benjamin SeskoEnglish Premier LeagueFootball
James Maddison and Mohammed Kudus in Focus as Tottenham Face Liverpool in Carabao Cup
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James Maddison and Mohammed Kudus in Focus as Tottenham Face Liverpool in Carabao Cup

Tottenham Hotspur travel to Anfield for a high-stakes Carabao Cup third-round clash against Liverpool with Roberto De Zerbi managing a selection balancing act. As James Maddison continues his recovery from a shoulder fracture, Mohammed Kudus is set for his first start in eight months.

15 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsCarabao CupEnglish Premier League
Brighton vs Manchester United: Predicted Line‑ups Reveal Youth Push and Summer Signings on the Verge
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Brighton vs Manchester United: Predicted Line‑ups Reveal Youth Push and Summer Signings on the Verge

Manchester United host Brighton & Hove Albion in the Carabao Cup third round at Old Trafford on Wednesday, September 16, with both sides expected to use the occasion to assess squad depth. The fixture

15 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFootballManchester United
Arsenal Brace for Everton Challenge as Premier League Leaders Seek Continuity
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Arsenal Brace for Everton Challenge as Premier League Leaders Seek Continuity

Arsenal are not playing Everton at the Emirates this week. Arsenal’s next Premier League match is away to Brighton on Saturday, September 19, while Everton host Ipswich Town the same day after a Car

15 Sept 2026
ArsenalEnglish Premier LeagueFootball
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