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Premier League’s top attacking threats: Haaland leads, but Barry, Jackson and Barry’s peers dominate the stats
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Premier League’s top attacking threats: Haaland leads, but Barry, Jackson and Barry’s peers dominate the stats

Erling Haaland remains the league’s most lethal forward, but Thierno Barry, Nicolas Jackson and Evanilson are among the most dangerous non-penalty scorers. Meanwhile, Villa’s Emiliano Buendía and Palace’s Khalaili emerge as FPL sleeper assets with elite xG production.

9 Nov 2026
Football
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Tottenham Hotspur Prepare for Elland Road Clash Against Leeds United Amid Attack-Line Injuries

Tottenham Hotspur travel to Elland Road to face Leeds United in a crucial Premier League match while navigating several key attacking injuries. Despite missing key playmakers, Spurs look to capitalize on strong recent underlying form against a resilient home side.

5 Nov 2026
Breaking NewsEnglish Womens Super LeagueLeeds United
Tottenham’s Three-Peat Secures Top-Half Push as Crystal Palace’s Struggles Deepen Under Sage
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Tottenham’s Three-Peat Secures Top-Half Push as Crystal Palace’s Struggles Deepen Under Sage

Tottenham Hotspur’s third consecutive Premier League victory—secured with goals from Archie Gray and Jan Paul van Hecke—has propelled them into the top half of the table, while Crystal Palace’s early-season woes intensate after Jean-Philippe Mateta’s red card and a 2-0 defeat at White Hart Lane. Pierre Sage’s defiant response offers little solace as Palace’s relegation battle grows more precarious.

31 Oct 2026
English Womens Super LeagueTottenham
Gameweek 7 FPL Guide: Brighton’s Minteh and Chelsea’s Pedro Among Key Picks Amidst Injuries and Tactical Shifts
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Gameweek 7 FPL Guide: Brighton’s Minteh and Chelsea’s Pedro Among Key Picks Amidst Injuries and Tactical Shifts

With Brighton’s Yankuba Minteh and Chelsea’s Joao Pedro leading the charge, this week’s FPL fixtures demand sharp selections. Injuries to key players and tactical adjustments could reshape performances—here’s how to navigate the week’s biggest opportunities and risks.

16 Oct 2026
BrightonChelseaDanny Welbeck
Manchester United’s Old Trafford Test: Carrick’s Tactical Dilemmas and Tottenham’s Resilience Ahead of Premier League Clash
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Manchester United’s Old Trafford Test: Carrick’s Tactical Dilemmas and Tottenham’s Resilience Ahead of Premier League Clash

With Manchester United’s squad fractured by injuries and fitness concerns, manager Michael Carrick faces a delicate lineup decision ahead of Saturday’s Premier League showdown against Tottenham. Meanwhile, Spurs’ De Zerbi navigates his own challenges, including the return of Dejan Kulusevski and the absence of key defenders. Here’s the confirmed and predicted XI for a match that could define the next phase of both clubs’ seasons.

10 Oct 2026
Bruno FernandesCarlos BalebaDejan Kulusevski
Premier League Returns: Arsenal’s Injury Crisis and the Battle for Fitness Across the Top Flight
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Premier League Returns: Arsenal’s Injury Crisis and the Battle for Fitness Across the Top Flight

The Premier League resumes after an international break, but Arsenal’s trio of Havertz, Konsa, and Tzolis remain uncertain, while other clubs grapple with fitness concerns. Managers face tough decisions as key players return from injury, shaping the immediate future of the title race.

9 Oct 2026
Premier League 2026-27: The Structural Flaws Defining Each Club’s Early Campaign
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Premier League 2026-27: The Structural Flaws Defining Each Club’s Early Campaign

Five games in, the Premier League’s 2026-27 season has exposed glaring tactical and personnel weaknesses across the board—from Chelsea’s defensive collapse to Manchester City’s defensive identity crisis. The financial divide is widening, but the real story is how these flaws will shape the race for glory.

8 Oct 2026
Andoni IraolaArsenal FCBournemouth FC
Tottenham Hotspur’s injury crisis deepens ahead of Manchester United clash: Van Hecke, Porro and Van de Ven’s statuses in doubt
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Tottenham Hotspur’s injury crisis deepens ahead of Manchester United clash: Van Hecke, Porro and Van de Ven’s statuses in doubt

With Roberto De Zerbi’s rebuild still in its infancy, Tottenham Hotspur face a daunting challenge this weekend as key players battle injuries and suspensions. The absence of Jan Paul Van Hecke, Pedro Porro, and Micky van de Ven could reshape the team’s approach against Manchester United at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

7 Oct 2026
English Premier LeagueEnglish Womens Super LeagueManchester United
Tottenham Hotspur Opt Against January Centre‑Back Reinforcement Amid Defensive Struggles
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Tottenham Hotspur Opt Against January Centre‑Back Reinforcement Amid Defensive Struggles

Facing a shaky start to the season, Tottenham have ruled out adding a new centre‑back in the January window, choosing to rely on existing options despite mounting pressure on the back line.

3 Oct 2026
English Womens Super LeagueTottenham
Tottenham’s Premier League title hopes shattered as Jan Paul van Hecke suffers serious injury on international duty
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Tottenham’s Premier League title hopes shattered as Jan Paul van Hecke suffers serious injury on international duty

Jan Paul van Hecke, Tottenham’s £52 million centre-back, has been forced off the pitch with a knee injury during Netherlands duty, leaving Spurs’ defensive structure in peril just days before their crucial clash with Manchester United. The news comes as Porto confirm the defender’s absence from the Oranje squad, raising immediate concerns over his availability for the Premier League season opener.

1 Oct 2026
Breaking NewsEnglish Womens Super LeagueFIFA World Cup
Jan Paul van Hecke’s Premier League campaign…
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Jan Paul van Hecke’s Premier League campaign…

Jan Paul van Hecke’s Premier League campaign at Tottenham is already under pressure after he was sent home early from international duty with the Netherlands, leaving Spurs’ defence exposed ahead of their crucial trip to Manchester United. Meanwhile, Brighton’s injury crisis deepens as Alexander Isak faces a season-ending broken leg, while Conor Bradley’s hamstring concerns linger—all while De Zerbi’s tactical adjustments at centre-back remain uncertain.

1 Oct 2026
English Womens Super LeagueTottenham
Germany Lineup vs. Netherlands: Predicted XI for Jurgen Klopp’s First UEFA Nations League Match
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Germany Lineup vs. Netherlands: Predicted XI for Jurgen Klopp’s First UEFA Nations League Match

Jürgen Klopp takes charge of Germany for the first time as Die Mannschaft visit Xavi Hernandez’s Netherlands in a high-stakes UEFA Nations League Group A2 opener at the Johan Cruyff Arena.

22 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsFIFA World CupFootball
Premier League’s First Five Games: The Shockwaves, the Struggles, and the Teams Already Defining This Season
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Premier League’s First Five Games: The Shockwaves, the Struggles, and the Teams Already Defining This Season

The Premier League’s opening five matches have delivered a masterclass in unpredictability—from Aston Villa’s hard-earned first win to Arsenal’s early cracks, Manchester United’s stagnation, and Liverpool’s relentless dominance. The early picture is clear: some teams are already writing their storylines, while others are fighting to avoid writing themselves out.

22 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFootballManchester United
Tottenham end 540-minute goal drought as Conor Gallagher strikes against Aston Villa
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Tottenham end 540-minute goal drought as Conor Gallagher strikes against Aston Villa

Tottenham Hotspur finally ended their Premier League goal drought against Aston Villa, but the breakthrough came far too late to prevent another damaging defeat for Roberto De Zerbi’s side. Spurs

19 Sept 2026
Aston VillaConor GallagherCoventry City
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Roberto De Zerbi Under Severe Pressure as Tottenham Hotspur Relegation Fears Grow

Roberto De Zerbi is under growing pressure after Tottenham Hotspur slipped to a 3-2 home defeat against Aston Villa, leaving the club without a Premier League win after five matches. Tottenham have

19 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsDejan KulusevskiEnglish Premier League
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