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

154 results for “Cody Gakpo”

Premier League and European clubs face cascade of injuries as international break exposes elite fatigue
FIFA WORLD CUP

Premier League and European clubs face cascade of injuries as international break exposes elite fatigue

A relentless Nations League and international schedule has left top clubs across Europe scrambling to replace key players, with midfielders, forwards, and defenders all sidelined by muscle strains, hamstring issues, and acute injuries. The toll on squads—from Arsenal’s midfield to Liverpool’s attacking core—raises questions about the sustainability of modern football’s calendar.

8 Oct 2026
CroatiaEnglandFIFA World Cup
Mbappé’s Madrid Exit: Liverpool Reportedly Reach Out to Agent Amid €200m–€250m Transfer Bid
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Mbappé’s Madrid Exit: Liverpool Reportedly Reach Out to Agent Amid €200m–€250m Transfer Bid

Kylian Mbappé’s future at Real Madrid hangs in the balance as Liverpool are reported to have contacted his mother and agent, Fayza Lamari, about a 2027 move. The claim, backed by a Spanish journalist, suggests the 27-year-old is frustrated with his current environment and seeks a Premier League destination—though Madrid’s reluctance and Liverpool’s squad depth complicate the scenario.

7 Oct 2026
English Premier LeagueliverpoolManchester City
Liverpool’s Manchester City Showdown Hinges on Jeremy Jacquet’s Hamstring Status
BREAKING NEWS

Liverpool’s Manchester City Showdown Hinges on Jeremy Jacquet’s Hamstring Status

With Manchester City looming at Anfield, Liverpool’s central defence faces an unexpected challenge: Jeremy Jacquet’s fitness. The 21-year-old was sidelined by France after sustaining a hamstring strain, leaving Andoni Iraola with a critical decision ahead of a high-stakes Premier League clash.

6 Oct 2026
Breaking NewsEnglish Premier LeagueFIFA World Cup
EPL
English Premier League
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Premier League Injury Round-Up: Key Absences Loom as Top Clubs Return to Action

The return of the Premier League has exposed a wave of injury concerns across the top flight, with several elite […]

6 Oct 2026
ArsenalEnglish Premier LeagueManchester City
Premier League’s elite face international injury concerns: Liverpool, Man Utd and City’s key doubts exposed
BREAKING NEWS

Premier League’s elite face international injury concerns: Liverpool, Man Utd and City’s key doubts exposed

The international break has delivered a brutal blow to the Premier League’s most formidable sides, with Nations League fixtures leaving top clubs scrambling to replace key players. Liverpool, Manche

6 Oct 2026
Alexander IsakBreaking NewsBrian Brobbey
International break injuries escalate as La Liga’s Koski joins growing list of top-tier casualties
BREAKING NEWS

International break injuries escalate as La Liga’s Koski joins growing list of top-tier casualties

The international break has become a minefield for Europe’s elite, with another high-profile injury now threatening Deportivo Alaves’ title ambitions. Ville Koski’s setback follows a wave of setbacks across the Premier League, Bundesliga, and beyond—proving even the strongest squads are vulnerable when their stars step away.

6 Oct 2026
Breaking NewsBundesligaDeportivo Alaves
Liverpool’s Injury Crisis Deepens as Key Players Miss International Duty
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Liverpool’s Injury Crisis Deepens as Key Players Miss International Duty

Liverpool’s international break has been disrupted by a cascade of injuries, with Alexander Isak, Cody Gakpo, Conor Bradley, and Jeremy Jacquet all ruled out of Sweden and France fixtures. Meanwhile, Belgium’s squad faces its own setbacks as Mike Penders returns, while Chelsea’s injury list grows. The Premier League giants now face a critical window without their stars.

6 Oct 2026
English Premier LeagueFIFA World CupFrance
Liverpool’s Backline Crisis Deepens as Alisson’s Future Remains Uncertain
BREAKING NEWS

Liverpool’s Backline Crisis Deepens as Alisson’s Future Remains Uncertain

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed no active contract discussions between Liverpool and Alisson Becker, raising fresh concerns over the club’s long-term planning. With Roma’s Bradley Barcola reportedly in play and injury concerns looming, Anfield’s defensive future hangs in the balance.

5 Oct 2026
Alisson BeckerBradley BarcolaBreaking News
Tottenham’s €130m Alvarez bid exposes the Premier League’s desperate summer transfer market
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Tottenham’s €130m Alvarez bid exposes the Premier League’s desperate summer transfer market

With Roberto De Zerbi’s Tottenham struggling at the bottom of the Premier League table, the club is reportedly prepared to offer an extraordinary Barcelona clause to sign Atlético Madrid’s Julian Alvarez for €130 million—igniting a frenzy of high-stakes moves across Europe’s top leagues.

5 Oct 2026
ArsenalBarcelonaEnglish Premier League
Liverpool’s title ambitions shattered as third international break injury derails Man City showdown
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Liverpool’s title ambitions shattered as third international break injury derails Man City showdown

Liverpool have another fitness concern ahead of Manchester City’s visit to Anfield on 11 October after Jérémy Jacquet missed France’s Nations League match against Belgium with a reported hamstri

5 Oct 2026
English Premier LeagueFranceliverpool
Haaland’s fitness under scrutiny as Manchester City face critical Premier League return
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Haaland’s fitness under scrutiny as Manchester City face critical Premier League return

Erling Haaland’s forced exit for Norway against Portugal has raised immediate concerns for Manchester City’s upcoming fixtures, with the striker’s workload now under intense scrutiny after a season already defined by relentless demands. The 26-year-old’s withdrawal—following a grueling Nations League campaign—comes at a pivotal moment for the club, which must navigate both tactical challenges and financial scrutiny ahead of a crucial home fixture against Liverpool.

5 Oct 2026
English Premier LeagueFIFA World CupManchester City
Liverpool’s Anfield showdown with Man City hinges on Isak’s fitness and Iraola’s tactical adjustments
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Liverpool’s Anfield showdown with Man City hinges on Isak’s fitness and Iraola’s tactical adjustments

With Alexander Isak’s status uncertain and Cody Gakpo’s form under scrutiny, Andoni Iraola faces a critical decision ahead of Liverpool’s Premier League clash against Manchester City. The Reds’ lineup could shift dramatically—from a false 9 to a midfield compactness battle—depending on fitness and tactical priorities.

5 Oct 2026
English Premier LeagueliverpoolManchester City
Cody Gakpo’s Liverpool tenure spared by Manchester City’s financial fallout as Premier League clash looms
BREAKING NEWS

Cody Gakpo’s Liverpool tenure spared by Manchester City’s financial fallout as Premier League clash looms

The collapse of Cody Gakpo’s transfer to Manchester City now appears fortuitous, as the Premier League leaders face sanctions that could reshape the season’s dynamics—just as Liverpool prepare to host them in a high-stakes showdown.

2 Oct 2026
Breaking NewsCody GakpoEnglish Premier League
Premier League Depth Charts Revealed: Who Are the Key Players in Every Squad?
FOOTBALL

Premier League Depth Charts Revealed: Who Are the Key Players in Every Squad?

With the transfer window closed, the Premier League’s depth charts offer a clear picture of who will be relied upon this season. From Liverpool’s midfield dominance to Arsenal’s tactical flexibility, these lineups expose the teams’ strategic priorities—and the players who will decide their fate.

1 Oct 2026
ArsenalDeclan RiceErling Haaland
Mac Allister’s World Cup triumph could redefine Argentina’s future beyond Messi
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Mac Allister’s World Cup triumph could redefine Argentina’s future beyond Messi

Alexis Mac Allister’s dominant display for Argentina in their World Cup 2026 qualifier cemented his status as a generational talent—one now being positioned as the natural successor to Lionel Messi’s leadership. Meanwhile, Cody Gakpo’s return to international duty raises questions about the Netherlands’ depth, and Liverpool’s squad dynamics are tested as key players navigate both club and country.

1 Oct 2026
English Premier Leagueliverpool
←PREVIOUS
123456…11
NEXT→
Page 4 of 11

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.