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Rice Shines as Arsenal Power into Champions League Quarter-Finals

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and pundit Matthew Upson have both praised Declan Rice as an irreplaceable figure in the team, highlighting his impact on the pitch and influence in the dressing room after leading the Gunners into the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals.

Key Highlights from the Emirates Stadium:

Midfield Partnership Flourishing: Rice has formed an impressive partnership with Martin Zubimendi, especially during periods when captain Martin Ødegaard has struggled with recurring injuries. The duo has become the driving force — and “spirit” — of Arsenal’s midfield.

Masterclass Performance: The 27-year-old midfielder recently scored the decisive goal in a 2–0 win over Bayer Leverkusen (3–1 on aggregate), earning the UEFA Player of the Match award for his outstanding display.

Relentless Engine: Matthew Upson described Rice as a “machine,” noting his incredible stamina and consistency despite a demanding schedule with minimal rest.

Mr. Knockout Stage: Remarkably, Rice has won Player of the Match in Arsenal’s last three Champions League knockout victories:

2–0 vs Bayer Leverkusen (this season)

3–0 vs Real Madrid (last season)

2–1 vs Real Madrid (last season)

แทงบอล Arteta praised his midfielder, saying: “He and Zubimendi are the soul of this team. Their commitment in every moment is incredible — especially maintaining this level every three days.”

Rice continues to prove himself as one of Arsenal’s most vital players, stepping up on the biggest stage and driving the club’s European ambitions forward.

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Carragher Warns Spurs of Historic Relegation Shock

Jamie Carragher has warned that Tottenham Hotspur could be facing one of the most shocking relegations in Premier League history if they fail to turn their season around.

The former Liverpool defender แทงบอลออนไลน์ and prominent football pundit expressed serious concern over Spurs’ alarming decline over the past two years. Carragher stressed that no one can confidently claim anymore that Tottenham are “too big to go down,” as their performances on the pitch continue to fall well below the club’s stature.

He also pointed to West Ham United’s recent victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as clear evidence of the team’s growing vulnerability. The Hammers, currently sitting 18th in the table, managed to secure a crucial away win — a result Carragher believes highlights how fragile Spurs have become.

Tottenham, now under the management of Igor Tudor, sit 16th in the standings with 29 points — just five points above the relegation zone. With a crucial North London Derby against Arsenal coming up this Sunday, the clash could prove to be a defining moment in their season.

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Neville Slams Neto’s Lack of Killer Instinct as City “Deserved” to Be Pegged Back

Gary Neville has criticised Pedro Neto for lacking a killer instinct in front of goal and insisted that Manchester City only have themselves to blame after being held to a 1-1 draw by Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium in the Premier League.

Speaking on Sky Sports, the former England and Manchester United defender admitted he was frustrated by Neto’s performance. While Neville acknowledged the winger’s improvement and technical quality, he argued that the Chelsea man still falls short of the ruthless finishing expected from an elite attacker.

“He might be close to Eden Hazard in terms of style, but he will never be Hazard,” Neville said. “Hazard had the beauty in his game, but he was also a killer. Neto doesn’t have that.”

Neville also pointed the finger at Manchester City, claiming Pep Guardiola’s side failed to kill the game despite taking the lead through Tijjani Reijnders in the 42nd minute. City were eventually punished when Enzo Fernández struck a late equaliser deep into stoppage time. ขายบิลบอล

“Chelsea deserved a point for the way they responded,” Neville added. “But City should have finished the game off. Dropping points like this can hurt you in the long run, especially in a title race where the gap can quickly stretch to six points.”

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Palace and Fulham Eye Move for Oscar Bobb as He Seeks More Game Time Away from City

According to TeamTalk, the future of Manchester City youngster Oscar Bobb is under close scrutiny, with at least two Premier League clubs—Crystal Palace and Fulham—showing concrete interest ahead of the January transfer window. The 22-year-old Norway international has struggled to secure a regular starting role under Pep Guardiola this season, making just six starts from 12 appearances across the Premier League and UEFA Champions League. As a result, his role has largely been limited to coming off the bench. แทงบอลออนไลน์

Bobb’s situation has become even more uncertain amid reports that Manchester City are considering a move for Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, whose £65 million release clause is valid until January 10. The player is said to be keen on a switch to the Etihad Stadium. Previously, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano noted that if City do push ahead with a deal for Semenyo, the likelihood of Bobb being allowed to leave would increase, as his already limited minutes could be reduced even further.

TeamTalk now reports that both Crystal Palace and Fulham are closely monitoring the Norwegian attacker’s situation and are prepared to make a move should an opportunity arise. Sevilla have also entered the picture, with the La Liga side reportedly keen to join the race for Bobb’s signature. With multiple clubs showing interest, the January transfer window could prove decisive in shaping Oscar Bobb’s next step in his career.

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Van Dijk Opens Up on Set-Piece Problems After Liverpool Concede the Most in the Premier League

Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool captain, has spoken candidly about an ongoing issue that continues to trouble the Reds this season: defending set pieces and second balls. It has become a decisive factor in several matches under Arne Slot, with Liverpool conceding as many as 12 goals from set-piece situations in all competitions this season—the joint-highest tally in the Premier League alongside Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest—highlighting a persistent, structural problem rather than a one-off lapse.

In last Saturday’s league match, Liverpool edged past Wolverhampton Wanderers 2–1, but once again conceded from a corner kick, as Santiago Bueno capitalised to score. A week earlier, Richarlison had also punished the Reds after a corner was not properly cleared, allowing the opposition to sustain pressure and eventually find the net.

Van Dijk admitted that while Liverpool have defended set pieces well in several matches, the hard truth is that they are conceding far too many goals from these situations—and, conversely, scoring too few themselves. “There are many games ALLUFA where we defend set pieces really well, but the fact is we concede too many from them, and we don’t score enough,” said the Dutch centre-back. He stressed that the real weakness is often not the first contact, but the failure to deal with second balls during chaotic moments in the penalty area. “At least 75%, or maybe even more, it’s not about the first ball at all—it’s the second ball that decides it.”

When asked whether the issue is psychological, Van Dijk was keen to dismiss the idea of it becoming a mental block. He warned that fear or overthinking on the pitch would only make the problem harder to fix. Statistically, excluding penalties, Liverpool have scored just three goals from set pieces in the league, leaving them with a goal difference of -9 from such situations—the worst figure the club has recorded in a Premier League season. Van Dijk emphasised that the only solution is hard work on the training ground, something the squad has already begun to prioritise. “It’s not good enough—we all know that. We’ve spoken about it, and we have to change it. That’s why we’re working on it in almost every training session.”

Liverpool’s latest win marked their third consecutive league victory, lifting them up to fourth place in the table and keeping them firmly in the race for European qualification. However, the Reds are well aware that unless they resolve their recurring issues from set pieces, costly dropped points could occur again at any moment as the season reaches its decisive stages.

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Man City Open to Selling Aké for €25 Million

Manchester City could be willing to let versatile defender Nathan Aké leave the Etihad Stadium if they receive an offer of around €25 million or more during the January แทงบอล transfer window. According to a report from Spanish outlet Diario Sport, the Premier League champions have no intention of loaning Aké out, but would be prepared to consider a permanent sale should a bid meeting their valuation arrive. The news comes amid growing links with Barcelona, who are urgently looking to reinforce their defence.

Barça are reportedly keen to add defensive options this winter after Andreas Christensen suffered a serious injury that is expected to keep him sidelined for a long period. As a result, Xavi and his coaching staff have been forced to explore alternative solutions. However, ongoing financial constraints mean Barcelona’s transfer plans are largely limited to loan deals rather than major permanent signings. Aké has emerged as one of their targets due to his ability to play both centre-back and left-back, offering tactical flexibility and top-level experience. The major stumbling block, though, is Manchester City’s firm stance that they will not sanction a loan move and will only consider an outright sale.

This season, Aké has played a more limited role under Pep Guardiola, which has added weight to speculation over a potential transfer. With around 18 months remaining on his contract, City’s €25 million asking price is viewed by some as relatively high given his current squad status and contract situation. At the same time, reports suggest Barcelona are not yet in a position to meet those terms, but they continue to monitor developments closely, hoping that as the window progresses Manchester City may soften their stance and become more flexible to allow a deal to materialise.

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Chelsea Review CCTV Footage After Villa Complaint Over Bottle Incident

Chelsea are set to launch an investigation following complaints from Aston Villa, who alleged that a water bottle was thrown toward their substitutes’ bench during Saturday UFABET night’s match at Stamford Bridge. The Blues have confirmed they are ready to cooperate fully to establish the facts and determine where in the stadium the incident originated.

The match itself was fiercely contested, with the “Villans” showing their resilience in the second half by scoring twice to come from behind and win 2–1. The victory marked Aston Villa’s 11th consecutive win, equalling the longest winning streak in the club’s history, a feat previously achieved in 1987 and 1914.

However, after referee Stuart Attwell blew the final whistle, tensions nearly boiled over. Reports emerged that a plastic bottle had been thrown toward Villa’s bench, splashing water over Unai Emery, members of his coaching staff, and several players. The incident immediately angered the visiting side. According to The Telegraph, Villa appeared to suggest that the bottle was thrown from an area adjacent to the dugout, although Chelsea have yet to officially confirm the exact source.

Chelsea have stated they will work closely with Aston Villa to thoroughly review the incident, including examining CCTV footage inside the stadium as well as images from other available angles to identify the origin of the bottle and those involved. Should clear wrongdoing be established, the matter could lead to sanctions under stadium safety regulations. Notably, Unai Emery did not mention the bottle-throwing incident in his post-match interview, choosing instead to focus solely on the football and his team’s impressive winning run.

The episode has added further scrutiny to an already heated match, shifting attention to off-field issues as the football world awaits the outcome of Chelsea’s investigation into where the bottle was thrown from and who may have been responsible.

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Frank Admits Spurs Are Preparing to Strengthen the Squad

Thomas Frank, head coach of Tottenham Hotspur, has openly admitted that the “Lilywhites” need to look for new signings in the January transfer window in order to improve consistency in the second half of the season. Spurs have ALLBET911 struggled with fluctuating form throughout the first half of the campaign. Although they recently edged Crystal Palace 1–0 at home on Sunday, the overall picture remains disappointing, with the team sitting only 11th in the Premier League table well below expectations for a side aiming to compete near the top.

When asked about the club’s plans for the upcoming winter transfer window, Frank acknowledged that Tottenham will not stand still and are ready to consider all possibilities. “Of course, the transfer window is about to open, and we will be active in the market to see what we can do,” said the Danish coach. However, Frank stressed that any signings would not be made for the sake of it, but must be players who can genuinely raise the team’s level. If the right option is not available, he is prepared to be patient rather than rush into a decision. “It has to be a player we are confident can clearly improve the team. If not, I’d rather wait. But we will definitely be looking for new players.”

These comments reflect Tottenham’s cautious approach to recruitment amid growing pressure to improve results at a crucial stage of the season, with the January transfer window potentially playing a key role in shaping the future direction of the club.