Inter opened their Serie A title defence with an emphatic 4-1 victory at home to Monza. The newly promoted visitors recovered from an early setback to reach half-time level, but the reigning champions dominated after the interval. Hakan Calhanoglu gave Inter the lead in the sixth minute, although the home side became too relaxed after […]
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Ahead of the new campaign, Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal to demonstrate the hunger required to retain their Premier League crown. He also made clear that Myles Lewis-Skelly will not leave the club during the current transfer window. Arsenal begin their title defence at home to Coventry on Friday evening, aiming to win consecutive league […]
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Martin Ødegaard has hailed the immediate influence of summer arrivals Bruno Guimarães and Christos Tzolis following Arsenal’s Community Shield triumph against Manchester City on Sunday. He also believes the reigning Premier League champions are capable of challenging for several honours this season. Arsenal produced an outstanding display in Cardiff, overwhelming the previous season’s FA Cup […]
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Neither team appeared settled during the early exchanges. The Southern African side frequently attempted to release Temwa Chawinga with quick passes in behind, repeating an approach that had proved effective in their semi-final win over Algeria. The first goal followed Sikelo’s failure to properly judge Eto’s delivery from the right, with Grace Mendoua directing a […]
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If this match offered an early indication of the Premier League’s emerging hierarchy, Arsenal’s rivals should take notice. When Martin Ødegaard calmly sent Gianluigi Donnarumma the wrong way to complete a 3-0 victory for the champions, the celebrations were already in full flow. The travelling fans in red and white joyfully mocked the supporters dressed […]
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For many clubs, losing a striker who scored 15 times in 15 matches halfway through a historic title challenge would be deeply unsettling. But runaway Allsvenskan leaders Sirius are no ordinary side. “I still have a lot of confidence,” says captain Henrik Castegren when discussing how the team will cope after Robbie Ure joined Sevilla […]
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Contenders Ten years after winning the Premier League, Leicester now find themselves in the third tier following years of poor decision-making throughout the club. Russell Martin has been asked to lead a fresh start. Although several high earners have departed and few replacements have arrived, the squad still appears strong enough to compete near the […]
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Reflecting on another difficult European midweek has become a familiar Sunday routine for Scottish football. This time, however, Motherwell and Hibernian head into their return fixtures with genuine hopes of advancing, even if they are competing in the third-tier Conference League qualifiers. Motherwell will aim to complete the task after earning a 1-1 draw away […]
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Reports emerged today that Osasuna have expressed an interest in Tierney, but the same source indicated that Celtic officials intend to reject any approaches for the 29-year-old. That stance is understandable given the limited alternatives available in his position and the important role he plays for the reigning league champions. His former captain Scott Brown […]
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Benjamin Nygren returned to scoring form as Celtic opened their Premiership title defence with a 1-0 victory at home to Dundee. Before kick-off, the home crowd applauded captain Callum McGregor as he raised the flag marking the club’s 14th championship in 15 seasons. The first half lacked intensity, with Martin O’Neill’s team unable to establish […]
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