Chelsea’s unvaccinated players set to miss Champions League tie with Lille
Chelsea are set to be without any unvaccinated players when the European champions resume their defence of the Champions League against Lille. The west…
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Champions League talking points: Chelsea’s Lukaku problem, Ronaldo’s record v Atletico
The UEFA Champions League’s knockout stages continue this week, with the latest last-16 fixtures including the return of the holders to action. Chelsea’s defence…
Checking in on the English talent currently shining in European leagues
There was a time in which English players venturing abroad was a rarity, with the prestige and riches on offer in the Premier League…
Ranking the top scorers in each of Europe’s top 5 leagues so far this season
As we enter the second half of the season across Europe’s major leagues, we’ve decided to look at the players currently in contention to…
Six January signings that could save Newcastle’s season
There has been no shortage of transfer rumours surrounding Newcastle since the club’s billionaire-backed takeover, with the upcoming January window providing the Magpies with…
The state of play: Checking in on the titles races in each of Europes top five leagues
We’re approaching the half-way point in the European season and as the continent’s leading leagues prepare for the winter break, we’ve decided to assess…
Ranking every UCL knockout stage fixture in terms of entertainment
Europe’s leading clubs have learned their opposition for the UEFA Champions League’s first knockout round, following the draw for the competition’s last 16. Four…
UEFA Champions League last-16 draw: Atletico v United, Liverpool face Inter Milan
Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea have learned their last-16 opponents after the re-draw for the UEFA Champions League’s first knockout round. The…
UEFA Champions League controversy: Re-draw to take place
The UEFA Champions League’s last-16 draw will be re-made, after a mistake during the initial ceremony. Manchester United were not included as a possible…
Champions League Heroes and Villains – Matchday six
Following the final round of Champions League group stage action, we pick out some of the heroes and villains from the best and worst…
Champions League Team of the Week – Matchday five
Matchday five of the UEFA Champions League saw vital wins for Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea, the former duo ensuring their progress as…
Arsenal linked with interest in Lille’s Renato Sanches
Arsenal are said to be considering a move to sign Renato Sanches from Lille, with the Gunners amongst a collection of European clubs interested…
90s Hitmen: One of the game’s most iconic boy wonders, Patrick Kluivert
The 1990s were an unforgettable time for pop culture, music and sport, with football in particular seeing a memorable reboot following the formations of…
Five players linked as Gini Wijnaldum replacements for Liverpool
Georginio Wijnaldum’s departure from Liverpool has left a sizeable void in Jurgen Klopp’s midfield, the Netherlands international having been an almost ever-present in the…
Ranking the five favourites to sign Renato Sanches this summer
Renato Sanches is hot property once again following the midfielder’s renaissance at Lille, with the youngster’s performances at Euro 2020 having once again attracted…
Barcelona join Arsenal and Spurs in the race to sign Renato Sanches
Barcelona have reportedly joined Arsenal and Tottenham in the race to sign Renato Sanches from Lille. Sanches has emerged as a target for several…
Leicester turn attention to Salzburg striker Daka, Edouard deal unlikely, Soumare close
Leicester are understood to have made a bid for Red Bull Salzburg striker Patson Daka, having failed to find a breakthrough in negotiations for…
Player Analysis: How would Boubakary Soumare fit in at Leicester City?
Champions League football still eludes Leicester City, but that shouldn’t diminish their exceptional rise under Brendan Rodgers’ management. The FA Cup now serves as…