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13 Mar 2026, 19:35Source: SoccerNews.com

'I think the Scudetto issue is over' – Pazzini backs Inter to win Serie A

Former Inter striker Giampaolo Pazzini believes “the Scudetto issue is over” as he backs Cristian Chivu’s side to win Serie A in 2025-26. Despite defeat to rivals and second-place AC Milan last time out, Inter are still seven points clear at the summit ahead of their clash with Atalanta on Saturday. However, Inter have lost […] The post 'I think the Scudetto issue is over' – Pazzini backs Inter to win Serie A appeared first on Soccer News.

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13 Mar 2026, 18:36Source: SoccerNews.com

'Arsenal want to be in the same position at the end of the season', says Arteta

Mikel Arteta insisted Arsenal value their position at the top of the Premier League and urged his players to make sure they earn every point, starting against Everton. Arsenal currently hold a seven-point lead over Manchester City at the top of the table, a cushion which could expand to 10 points if they win, as […] The post 'Arsenal want to be in the same position at the end of the season', says Arteta appeared first on Soccer News.

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13 Mar 2026, 18:13Source: SoccerNews.com

Alvarez giving Atletico 'a lot' amid questions over future, says Simeone

Diego Simeone played down speculation Julian Alvarez could leave Atletico Madrid, insisting the main focus should be on the fact that the team are competing ahead of facing Getafe. Following Atletico’s thumping 5-2 victory over Tottenham in the Champions League last-16 first leg on Tuesday, Alvarez said that while he was happy in the Spanish […] The post Alvarez giving Atletico 'a lot' amid questions over future, says Simeone appeared first on Soccer News.

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13 Mar 2026, 17:43Source: SoccerNews.com

Howe defends Gordon's mentality after criticism from ex-players

Eddie Howe defended Anthony Gordon’s willingness to play ahead of Newcastle United facing Chelsea after Alan Shearer called it into question in midweek. Gordon started Newcastle’s Champions League last-16 first leg against Barcelona on the bench due to suffering from illness on the morning of the game, before coming on to help the Magpies earn […] The post Howe defends Gordon's mentality after criticism from ex-players appeared first on Soccer News.

13 Mar 2026, 17:13Source: SoccerNews.com

McTominay 'has never expressed a desire to leave' Napoli, insists director

Napoli director Giovanni Manna revealed that the club have not started contract extension talks with Scott McTominay, but insisted the midfielder is happy in Naples. McTominay enjoyed a brilliant debut season with Napoli, scoring 12 goals and providing four assists as he led them to the Serie A title and won the MVP award. And […] The post McTominay 'has never expressed a desire to leave' Napoli, insists director appeared first on Soccer News.

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13 Mar 2026, 16:42Source: SoccerNews.com

Juventus are stronger than Roma and Como in Serie A top-four race, says Conceicao

Juventus winger Francisco Conceicao believes the Bianconeri are stronger than Roma and Como as the three teams battle it out for a Champions League spot. Luciano Spalletti’s side are currently sixth in Serie A, just one point behind both fifth-placed Roma and fourth-placed Como ahead of Juventus’ trip to Udinese on Saturday. According to the […] The post Juventus are stronger than Roma and Como in Serie A top-four race, says Conceicao appeared first on Soccer News.

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13 Mar 2026, 16:10Source: SoccerNews.com

Kovac: Dortmund 'haven't achieved anything yet'

Niko Kovac warned Borussia Dortmund they “haven’t achieved anything yet” this season as they prepare to host Augsburg in the Bundesliga. Dortmund are currently 11 points behind league leaders Bayern Munich in second, but Kovac’s side look set to qualify for the Champions League next season. Unless they produce a stunning comeback in the title […] The post Kovac: Dortmund 'haven't achieved anything yet' appeared first on Soccer News.

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13 Mar 2026, 15:12Source: SoccerNews.com

Arbeloa confident Mbappe will be back for Madrid's Champions League second leg

Alvaro Arbeloa is sure Kylian Mbappe will be able to travel with Real Madrid for their Champions League last-16 second leg against Manchester City, but the Elche game comes too soon. Madrid raced to a 3-0 victory over City thanks to Federico Valverde’s first-half hat-trick at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday. And they could now […] The post Arbeloa confident Mbappe will be back for Madrid's Champions League second leg appeared first on Soccer News.

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13 Mar 2026, 15:09Source: SoccerNews.com

Has Harry Maguire’s Form This Season Earned an England Recall Under Thomas Tuchel?

Manchester United’s season has quietly rehabilitated the reputation of one of English football’s most scrutinized defenders. Harry Maguire, 32, has moved from the fringes back to the centre of United’s defence under interim head coach Michael Carrick, starting every league match of Carrick’s initial unbeaten run and drawing explicit public backing from the caretaker. Carrick […] The post Has Harry Maguire’s Form This Season Earned an England Recall Under Thomas Tuchel? appeared first on Soccer News.

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13 Mar 2026, 14:38Source: SoccerNews.com

'If we drop points, it will be over' – Guardiola fully focused on Premier League title race

Pep Guardiola is only looking as far ahead as West Ham, claiming Manchester City’s Premier League title push will be over if they drop any more points. City were twice pegged back in a 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest last time out in the Premier League, and they suffered a 3-0 loss to Real Madrid […] The post 'If we drop points, it will be over' – Guardiola fully focused on Premier League title race appeared first on Soccer News.

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13 Mar 2026, 14:02Source: SoccerNews.com

James 'over the moon' after signing new six-year deal with Chelsea

Reece James has signed a new six-year contract with Chelsea to keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2032. The Chelsea captain’s previous deal was set to expire in 2028, but James has put pen to paper on his next deal early. James came through Chelsea’s academy, originally signing at the age of six, before briefly […] The post James 'over the moon' after signing new six-year deal with Chelsea appeared first on Soccer News.

13 Mar 2026, 12:45Source: SoccerNews.com

The Numbers Game: Spiralling Spurs head to Anfield with Tudor on thin ice

Tottenham are spiralling. They have not won a Premier League match in 2026. They are just one point above the relegation zone. They have lost their last six games in all competitions, which is their worst-ever run. Opta’s supercomputer is still backing Spurs to avoid the drop (giving them an 81.9% chance of staying up), […] The post The Numbers Game: Spiralling Spurs head to Anfield with Tudor on thin ice appeared first on Soccer News.

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13 Mar 2026, 11:58Source: SoccerNews.com

Palace 'have to wake up' to Larnaca's style, says Glasner

Oliver Glasner believes his Crystal Palace side “have to wake up” to AEK Larnaca’s style of play in their Conference League last 16 tie. The Eagles were held to a goalless draw in the first leg at Selhurst Park, meaning the quarter-final spot will be decided in Cyprus next week. Palace were the more dominant […] The post Palace 'have to wake up' to Larnaca's style, says Glasner appeared first on Soccer News.

13 Mar 2026, 11:27Source: SoccerNews.com

Houston Dynamo v Portland Timbers: Hosts thrilled to welcome back Aliyu after trade from Columbus

The Houston Dynamo are excited to see Ibrahim Aliyu “thrive” after bringing him back to the club from the Columbus Crew, and he may have the chance to do so against the Portland Timbers. Aliyu played for the Dynamo between April 2023 and April 2025 before he was acquired by the Columbus Crew, but after […] The post Houston Dynamo v Portland Timbers: Hosts thrilled to welcome back Aliyu after trade from Columbus appeared first on Soccer News.

13 Mar 2026, 11:25Source: SoccerNews.com

Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola confirms talks over new contract amid rumours of interest (Video)

Andoni Iraola appears happy at Bournemouth and has confirmed that he’s in talks with the club about a new contract. The 43-year-old coach has been linked with the likes of Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur recently. “We have to decide my contract sooner rather than later” Andoni Iraola confirms that conversations are ongoing about his […] The post Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola confirms talks over new contract amid rumours of interest (Video) appeared first on Soccer News.

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13 Mar 2026, 11:06Source: SoccerNews.com

Federico Valverde completes hat-trick in style in Real Madrid’s Champions League victory over Manchester City (Video)

Federico Valverde produced one of the finest performances of the 2025/26 season in Real Madrid’s victory over Manchester City in the first leg of their Champions League encounter in the round of 16. The final score was 3-0, but the only name on the scoreboard was that of the Uruguay international. Having already landed a […] The post Federico Valverde completes hat-trick in style in Real Madrid’s Champions League victory over Manchester City (Video) appeared first on Soccer News.

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13 Mar 2026, 11:00Source: SoccerNews.com

Bitesize Prediction: Norwich City vs Preston North End – 14/03/26

Competition: Championship Market: Norwich City win Odds: 8/11 @ BetUS Looking to extend on their stellar Championship resurge, Norwich will welcome Preston to Carrow Road on Saturday afternoon. Starting with the hosts, while Norwich might have watched their FA Cup adventure come to a routine end away at Premier League outfit Leeds last weekend, the […] The post Bitesize Prediction: Norwich City vs Preston North End – 14/03/26 appeared first on Soccer News.

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