🔊 Can Qarabag pull off another Champions League upset by defeating a high-profile opponent? Although a win over a struggling Ajax might be the least surprising result for the "Steeds" compared to their other achievements. The match will take place in Baku at the Tofiq Bahramov Stadium. Under Gurban Gurbanov, the team has yet to lose at home in this European campaign. Can Ajax regroup and break ...Full Story »

[(FC Seoul) Strength]: 1. After the K League 1 season ended, FC Seoul's players may be in an adjustment period, but their motivation to advance in the AFC Champions League Elite is unquestionable. Playing at home, they are eager to secure crucial three points.2. English midfielder/winger Jesse Lingard has made significant contributions to the team's attack: in just the match against Shanghai P...Full Story »

[(Qarabag) Strength]: 1. Qarabag midfielder Leandro Andrade has scored 3 UEFA Champions League goals, making him the team's top scorer in the competition.2. Qarabag drew 1-1 away against Zira FK in their last league match and currently lead the domestic league with a strong record of 9 wins, 3 draws, and 1 loss.3. Qarabag's offensive firepower in the UEFA Champions League is impressive. They h...Full Story »

[(Bayer 04 Leverkusen) Strength]: 1. Forward Patrik Schick is expected to partner with attackers Christian Kofane and Malik Tillman. [(Bayer 04 Leverkusen) Neutral]: 1. Bayer 04 Leverkusen are 17th with 8 points in the Champions League league phase, 2 points behind 8th-placed Sporting CP.2. Bayer 04 Leverkusen lost 2-0 to FC Augsburg on December 6, failing to score for the first time in their...Full Story »

[(SL Benfica) Strength]: 1. Currently, SL Benfica have only 3 points in the UEFA Champions League standings and are 3 points away from the play-offs zone. Every remaining match is a crucial battle. Playing at the Estadio Da Luz, the whole team know that only by defeating SSC Napoli can they keep their qualification hopes alive, and they are fully motivated to fight.2. SL Benfica have shown rem...Full Story »

[(Athletic Bilbao) Strength]: 1. Athletic Bilbao remained unbeaten in 3 of the last 4 games, showcasing outstanding form.2. Athletic Bilbao have 23 points in 16 La Liga matches, ranking 7th in the league, 8 points away from the top four. [(Athletic Bilbao) Neutral]: 1. Athletic Bilbao have 1 win and 1 loss in their 2 encounters between the two comparable sides.2. Athletic Bilbao ended 3 of th...Full Story »

[(Tottenham Hotspur F.C.) Strength]: 1. Tottenham Hotspur F.C. currently sit 16th in the standings with 8 points, just 2 points away from the top 8, which would secure direct qualification. The team are highly motivated to fight for points.2. Randal Kolo Muani has contributed 2 goals and 1 assist for Tottenham Hotspur F.C. in the last round of UEFA Champions League, showing outstanding form in...Full Story »

[(FC Barcelona) Strength]: 1. FC Barcelona forward Ferran Torres has scored a hat-trick in the last round against Real Betis, achieving a 5-3 comeback win for the team. He has scored 13 goals in 19 matches among all events this season and is currently the most prolific player in the team.2. FC Barcelona hammered Real Betis 5-3 in the last league match on the road, making it 6 consecutive leagu...Full Story »

[(AS Monaco FC) Strength]: 1. AS Monaco FC are currently ranked 23rd in the UEFA Champions League standings with 6 points. The team still need more points to increase their rankings, fully motivated in this match.2. Folarin Balogun has scored in 4 of the last 6 matches, being in excellent form.3. AS Monaco FC have defeated the powerful Paris Saint-Germain FC 1-0 in the last home match, ending ...Full Story »

[(PSV Eindhoven) Strength]: 1. At present, there is only a one-point gap between the two sides. The outcome of this match will largely affect the final rankings of both teams, so they are motivated.2. PSV Eindhoven striker Ricardo Pepi has been in top form recently, scoring in two consecutive matches and providing an assist in the previous UEFA Champions League victory over Liverpool F.C. His ov...Full Story »

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A onetime Page 3 model, known for a brief nightclub encounter with Prince Harry, was reportedly involved in a love triangle with a top-flight football star. Chelsea great Michael Essien, who celebrated his 42nd birthday last week, enjoyed a stellar career at the club. He joined for a then-record £24 million under José Mourinho in 2005, winning the Premier League in his first season. ...Full Story »

A millionaire's persistent stalking prompted Liverpool midfielder Marie Hobinger to employ personal security. The footballer was alarmed after receiving repeated inappropriate messages via Instagram from the businessman. Court proceedings revealed that a footballer engaged a bodyguard after being stalked by a wealthy individual. The communications contained his personal phone number, and he i...Full Story »

FBL-ENG-PR-MAN CITY-MAN UTD Napoli have reportedly identified Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo as their primary January transfer target, with manager Antonio Conte desperate to sign the 20-year-old on loan to cover for a midfield crisis that has seen Frank Anguissa, Kevin De Bruyne and Billy Gilmour all sidelined. Conte's crisis: A midfield decimated by injury The situation at the Stadio Die...Full Story »

FBL-ENG-LCUP-ARSENAL-NEWCASTLE Gabriel Jesus will reportedly not be registered in Arsenal's Champions League squad for the league phase of the competition as Cristhian Mosquera's injury is worse than originally feared. The Brazilian is coming back from a serious knee injury that has kept him out since the start of the year but just as he nears a first-team return, it seems the forward has been ...Full Story »

"We're getting punished" - Edwards admits Wolves confidence crisis at Man United defeat Rob Edwards said Wolves “shot themselves in the foot” as defensive errors and a lack of confidence saw Man United capitalise, in their 4-1 defeat on Monday (December 8). Wolves are still on the hunt for their first Premier League win over the season after they were dismantled by Man United at Mo...Full Story »

Alisson Backs Slot Amid Sack Talk Following Mohamed Salah's public criticism of Arne Slot after the Leeds United match, speculation has grown regarding the Dutch manager's future at Anfield, with reports suggesting the club could part ways with the Premier League-winning coach. Amidst the uncertainty, Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson has come to his manager's defence, stating: "Do I back Arne Sl...Full Story »

Fernandes inspires Man Utd to victory over Wolves Manchester United moved up to sixth in the Premier League (PL) after a dominant 4-1 victory over rock-bottom Wolverhampton Wanderers, extending their unbeaten league run on the road to five matches (W3, D2). - Matheus Cunha attempted 8 shots in this game, the highest total for a Manchester United player in the Premier League this season - Brun...Full Story »

Emegha to replace Delap? Maresca's plans revealed for incoming summer signing Emmanuel Emegha's is set to join from Chelsea's sister club Strasbourg in France next summer on an agreed deal, as reports claim he could replace Liam Delap. Earlier this week, Emegha was suspended by his current club, Strasbourg, for failing to uphold their “values, expectations and rules” in what was a ...Full Story »

A female defendant has been imprisoned after making false claims of pregnancy to extort money from former Tottenham forward Son Heung-min. According to prosecutors, the fraudster obtained £200,000 from the captain of the South Korean national team and later attempted to extort additional funds. A four-year prison sentence was given to a woman convicted of blackmailing Son Heung-min. Ya...Full Story »

Steven Gerrard Arne Slot Liverpool are reportedly ready to seek inspiration from a familiar face if Premier League title-winning manager Arne Slot is relieved of his coaching duties at Anfield. With the Reds struggling for consistency in the 2025-26 campaign, and Mohamed Salah cutting a frustrated figure, Steven Gerrard is seeing a stunning return to Merseyside speculated on. Klopp also being ...Full Story »

Jonny Evans Manchester United Former Manchester United defender Jonny Evans has left his role as head of loans and pathways after six months in the role at Old Trafford. At 37, Evans decided to hang up his boots after his second spell as a player with the Red Devils came to an end last summer. In his first period at Old Trafford, Evans won the Premier League, Champions League, League Cup and Cl...Full Story »

Real Madrid CF v RC Celta de Vigo - LaLiga EA Sports Real Madrid figureheads have reportedly held talks over Xabi Alonso's future after a damaging 2-0 loss to Celta Vigo. Los Blancos suffered a disappointing home defeat, which included red cards to Fran Garcia and Alvaro Carreras, putting them further behind La Liga leaders Barcelona. Now, speculation is mounting that their upcoming Champions L...Full Story »

Hansi Flick speaks during a press conference Barcelona coach Hansi Flick claimed Monday his team's defending is now on "another level" after a run of good results. The Catalans have won three matches in a row after a 3-0 defeat by Chelsea in the Champions League near the end of November. Barca face Eintracht Frankfurt on Tuesday in Europe as they fight for a top-eight finish in the league pha...Full Story »

Napoli step up pursuit of Man United outcast Kobbie Mainoo Napoli have reportedly made Man United outcast Kobbie Mainoo their priority target for the upcoming January transfer window. Mainoo, 20, has fallen right down the pecking order under Ruben Amorim this season, playing just 171 Premier League minutes across his nine games. The midfielder asked to leave Man United on loan at the end of t...Full Story »

Galatasaray-v-Liverpool-UCL Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson reveals he has not spoken to team-mate Mohamed Salah following the Egyptian's public outburst against the Reds and manager Arne Slot. After being left out on the bench for the third consecutive Premier League game against Leeds United last weekend, the Reds star went on an explosive rant in front of the media as he hinted he could even ex...Full Story »

Liverpool FC Training Session And Press Conference - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD6 Arne Slot has confirmed a key Liverpool player will miss his side's Champions League trip to Inter Milan due to injury. The Reds were left reeling after Mohamed Salah accused the club of "throwing him under the bus" amid his struggles to get back into their starting XI. After it emerged that the ...Full Story »

Xabi Alonso (left) and Zinedine Zidane According to Flashscore's sources, the Real Madrid leadership have decided to replace Xabi Alonso at the helm of Los Blancos. All that's left to settle on is his replacement, and two candidates have emerged as the frontrunners. Real Madrid's 3-0 win at San Mames seemed to have calmed the stormy waters surrounding the team, but it turned out to be nothing ...Full Story »

Bournemouth v Chelsea - Premier League Enzo Maresca has revealed why Cole Palmer missed Chelsea's latest training session and why he won't play against Atalanta in the Champions League on Tuesday. The 23-year-old has had an injury-hit season but did make his first start since September in the Blues' goalless draw with Bournemouth last weekend. However, it appears the Club World Cup champions ar...Full Story »

Wolverhampton Wanderers v Manchester United - Premier League Mason Mount has vowed to build on his positive run of form with Manchester United after a stop-start career at Old Trafford. The midfielder volleyed home a Bruno Fernandes cross to score his second goal in three matches and his third of the season as the Red Devils hammered Wolves 4-1 away from home on Monday to move into sixth in the...Full Story »

Man Utd Wolves ratings gfx Fernandes Bruno Fernandes was back to his best to guide Manchester United past a sorry Wolves and into the Premier League's top six. The United captain scored twice and got an assist in a 4-1 win at Molineux although it was not a trouble-free night for the Red Devils, who suffered the embarrassment of being the first team to concede a league goal to Wolves since Octob...Full Story »

“We Dominated but Must Improve the Details” - Amorim wants more from his Man United side Ruben Amorim wants more from his Man United side despite their impressive 4-1 Premier League win over Wolves on Monday (December 8). Man United went level on points with fifth placed Chelsea and moved up to sixth with a comfortable 4-1 win over Wolves. Bruno Fernandes opened the scoring after ...Full Story »

Atletico Madrid set to Rival Chelsea for Valentin Barco but Big Hurdle Stands in Their Way Atletico Madrid are looking to rival Chelsea for the signing of Strasbourg defender Valentin Barco but face an uphill battle. Barco, 21, joined Brighton back in 2024, but after an unsuccessful spell and loans to Sevilla and then Strasbourg, the Ligue 1 side opted to sign him permanently. The left-back t...Full Story »

Arne Slot breaks his silence after Mo Salah's explosive interview Liverpool manager Arne Slot faced the press for the first time since Mohamed Salah's explosive interview after their 3-3 Premier League draw with Leeds on Saturday (December 6). The 33-year-old held nothing back after he was benched for a third consecutive game as Liverpool blew their two-goal lead to draw 3-3 at Elland Road. S...Full Story »

Atalanta vs Chelsea: Champions League predictions, bets and odds We’ve arrived at round six of the UEFA Champions League, with games played on Tuesday and Wednesday evening. There’s plenty to catch the eye, including Chelsea’s trip to Atalanta. Flashscore’s football writer Frank Monkhouse offers his preview and predictions. This article contains affiliate links to adver...Full Story »

[(FC Bayern Munich) Strength]: 1. After suffering their first defeat in the Champions League league phase, FC Bayern Munich are undoubtedly highly motivated to bounce back at home and secure a full three points against Sporting CP.2. Harry Kane has 5 goals in the Champions League league phase, the top scorer of the team.3. FC Bayern Munich won 5-0 over VfB Stuttgart in the last Bundesliga matc...Full Story »

[(Torino FC) Strength]: 1. Torino FC are currently ranked 13th in the league table, only 4 points above the relegation zone. The team still need to strive for points to improve their ranking, so they are motivated.2. Torino FC have achieved 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last 5 home games, with a relatively high unbeaten rate. Their home form is acceptable.3. Torino FC have achieved two wi...Full Story »

[(Osasuna) Strength]: 1. CA Osasuna's main defender Catena, who was suspended in the last league match due to accumulated yellow cards, will return to the starting lineup for this game.2. CA Osasuna advanced to the next round of the Spanish Copa Del Rey with a 5-3 away win over Spanish Segunda Division B Grupo 2 side CD Ebro in midweek, ending their four-game winless streak.3. In the last 10 enc...Full Story »

[(Inter Milan) Strength]: 1. Inter Milan are 4th in the Champions League table. They still need more points to secure a direct promotion spot. Facing Liverpool F.C., who have been in poor form lately, the former hope to take all 3 points in this home game.2. Inter Milan received 4 wins and 1 loss in their 5 Champions League games, scoring 12 goals and conceding only 3, performing excellently i...Full Story »

[(Atalanta BC) Strength]: 1. Atalanta BC have won three of their last four games and have remained unbeaten in the last four UEFA Champions League matches, showing a good form.2. Atalanta BC have scored a total of 11 goals in their last 5 matches, averaging more than 2 goals per game. [(Atalanta BC) Neutral]: 1. Scamacca is likely to start in this game, while Zappacosta may not be in the star...Full Story »

[(Udinese Calcio) Strength]: 1. Udinese Calcio are 11th with 18 points in the Serie A table. Facing Genoa CFC, who are in the lower half of the standings, the former are motivated to grab points in this home match.2. Udinese Calcio have a home record of 3 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in the last 6 competitive games, with a win rate of 50%, showing decent home performances. [(Udinese Calcio) Neu...Full Story »

[(Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.) Strength]: 1. Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. scored 6 goals in the last 5 home games, revealing decent home strength. [(Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.) Neutral]: 1. In December's Premier League fixtures, Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. will face Manchester United (home), Arsenal (away), Brentford (home), Liverpool (away), and Manchester United again (away), which will...Full Story »

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Miami beat the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 on a historic night for the club, which was only founded by Beckham in 2018. David Beckham shared an emotional embrace with Lionel Messi after Inter Miami's MLS Cup winMiami won their first ever MLS Cup just six years after they were founded by BeckhamBut the partners of Miami stars stole the show as Victoria Beckham joined in with celebrations The Herons...Full Story »

Egypt coach defends Salah amidst Liverpool and Slot bombshell Egypt head Hossam Hassan has sent a message of support to Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in the wake of his recent outburst. The former African Player of the Year took aim at his manager Arne Slot and accused the Reds of “throwing him under the bus” as he was an unused substitute in the club’s 3-3 draw with Leeds ...Full Story »

Real Madrid legend Guti: Mbappe closer to Messi than Yamal Real Madrid legend Guti admits he rates Kylian Mbappe as a bigger talent than Barcelona teen Lamine Yamal. Guti was speaking about the claims of Spain coach Luis de la Fuente that Yamal can reach the heights of Diego Maradona, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. He told AS: "Wow. I see him as a fantastic player and a potential Ballon ...Full Story »

Liam Delap had to leave the pitch following his shoulder injury Chelsea forward Liam Delap may face another spell on the sidelines with a shoulder injury after being forced off in the first half of Saturday’s 0-0 Premier League draw at Bournemouth, manager Enzo Maresca said. Delap, who moved to Stamford Bridge from Ipswich Town in June, had also picked up a hamstring injury early on in t...Full Story »

Liverpool consider swoop for Rodrygo as Salah replacement Liverpool are rumoured to be considering a January move for Real Madrid star Rodrygo as they aim to replace Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian has been linked with a move away from Anfield following a bombshell interview he gave in the wake of Saturday's 3-3 draw with Leeds United.0 And the Brazil international is a potential target for the E...Full Story »

barcelona-marc-bernal Girona are eyeing a move for out-of-favour Barcelona star Marc Bernal as La Liga rivals aim to snap up the La Masia graduate on loan in the January transfer window. The 18-year-old has made just four appearances for the Catalan giants following his return from the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, which saw him miss the majority of the 2024-25 campaign. Struggling ...Full Story »

Lionel Messi MLS Cup Lionel Messi finally got his MLS Cup with Inter Miami, but the Herons will face an offseason full of change as they look to defend the trophy FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - The lasting image of Inter Miami’s triumph over Vancouver Whitecaps was that of Lionel Messi, facing the fans, arms raised, finally celebrating with a stadium that had waited so long for this.  Yet...Full Story »

Scott McTominay's stunning girlfriend Cam Reading stole the show in a see-through dress as the Napoli star was named the Serie A Player of the Year. The 28-year-old hasn't stopped picking up accolades since making the £25.7million move to Naples from Manchester United last summer. The midfielder had a career-best campaign last season as he led the Italian giants to the Serie A title. Nett...Full Story »

Leeds United v Liverpool - Premier League Mohamed Salah has come in for huge criticism following the bombshell post-match interview, where he took aim at Liverpool boss Arne Slot and accused the club of "throwing him under the bus", but Egypt national team boss Hossam Hassan has posted a message of support for his star forward. Salah was an unused substitute in the 3-3 draw with Leeds, the thir...Full Story »

Ajax eyeing ex-Arsenal defender Tomiyasu Ajax are eyeing former Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu. The Japan international left Arsenal over the summer after mutually agreeing to terminate his contract 12 months before it's expiration. Due to injury problems, Tomiyasu has not seen match action since October 2024. At Arsenal, there were 84 competitive matches and two goals and six assists for...Full Story »

Xabi Alonso reacts during the match A Williot Swedberg brace and resolute Celta Vigo defending stunned Real Madrid as Os Celestes earned a 2-0 win in LaLiga, which is their first league victory at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu since November 2006. Pablo Duran initially looked to be in trouble when he slipped inside the opening 30 seconds, but he was able to continue and saw the game’s fi...Full Story »

Nuno furious as Brighton's late equaliser costs West Ham West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo was furious after Brighton and Hove Albion’s late equaliser cost his team. Jarrod Bowen had given the Hammers the lead in the 73rd minute but Georginio Rutter levelled matters late in the match. Rutter had mistakenly handled the ball before finding the next against the Londoners and Nuno felt ...Full Story »

Ian Wright reveals major Arsenal error against Aston Villa Arsenal legend says Ian Wright says Mikel Arteta got his tactics wrong late in the game against Aston Villa. The Gunners’ 18-game unbeaten streak went up in flames with a dramatic last-gasp winner in the tough encounter against Unai Emery’s men. “I think you’ve got to look at the substitutions Emery made, Male...Full Story »

Napoli's players celebrate their opening goal Napoli are back at Serie A’s summit tonight, thanks to a Rasmus Hojlund brace that earned the champions a 2-1 win over Juventus at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, while also giving Luciano Spalletti his first defeat as Juventus boss. Spalletti and his counterpart Antonio Conte were both attempting to get the better of sides with whom they ...Full Story »

Burnley v Crystal Palace - Premier League Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner has confirmed the reason Daniel Munoz sat out Sunday's trip to Fulham. Munoz missed out on the Premier League clash at Craven Cottage as the Eagles look to follow up their 1-0 win Burnley in midweek. The Colombian scored the winning goal at Turf Moor on Wednesday night but wasn't part of the matchday squad in west Lond...Full Story »

FBL-FRA-LIGUE1-STRASBOURG-AUXERRE Atletico Madrid are planning to rival Chelsea for Strasbourg's Valentin Barco but the Spanish side will face a huge hurdle to beat the Blues to the Argentine's signature. Barco came to England for a brief period after plying his trade at Boca Juniors at the start of his career. However, the youngster was soon sent out on multiple loan spells before finally join...Full Story »