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Manchester United legends Gary Neville and Paul Scholes have clashed over their predictions for Sunday's monumental Premier League title decider between Manchester City and Arsenal. While both agree the stakes at the Etihad could not be higher, their expectations for how the 90 minutes will unfold are worlds apart.

Ryan Yates is often Nottingham Forest’s tormentor in chief, while donning the captain’s armband, and former Reds skipper Henri Lansbury has told GOAL why dark arts in football are to be saluted. Every club boasts a player that divides opinion among fan bases, with characters that are loved by home supporters positively revelling in their ability to rile opponents.

Arsenal are set for a financial boost from Marseille due to a unique clause in Ethan Nwaneri’s loan deal that penalises the French club for his lack of playing time. The wonderkid has failed to secure a regular spot in the starting XI since his January move, leading to frustration on both sides of the English Channel.

Arsenal legend Ian Wright has confessed that the club’s recent dip in form is "killing" him as the Premier League leaders struggle to maintain their advantage over Manchester City. During a passionate debate on The Overlap podcast, Wright’s concerns were met with a trademark dismissal from Roy Keane, who urged the Gunners to embrace the pressure.

Arsenal are reportedly ready to overhaul their attacking options in a sensational summer shake-up that could see Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus depart the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners have identified Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez as their primary target and are prepared to take drastic measures to balance the books for a mega-money deal.

Juventus are preparing a transformative summer transfer window as Damien Comolli and Luciano Spalletti look to assemble an "instant team" capable of returning to the Scudetto race. The Bianconeri have identified world-class targets including Liverpool's Alisson Becker and Manchester City's Bernardo Silva to provide the leadership required in Turin.

Liverpool have emerged as the front-runners to secure the signature of Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi as he prepares to leave the South Coast this summer. The Argentine international is set to become one of the most sought-after free agents in the Premier League after deciding against a contract extension with the Cherries.

Anybody plotting a summer raid on Sunderland for “unique” forward Brian Brobbey and highly-rated goalkeeper Robin Roefs - with Bayern Munich and Chelsea said to be in those respective hunts - have been warned that “big money” will be required in order to tempt the Black Cats into selling. Don Goodman has told GOAL why exciting arrivals at the Stadium of Light should be considered more likely than any high-profile departures.

With the Lionel Messi-Cristiano Ronaldo duopoly presumably disappearing into the rearview mirror, the battle for the Ballon d'Or hasn't felt so open for the best part of 20 years, with countless players now beginning each campaign believing they have a chance of claiming the most prestigious individual prize football has to offer. Ousmane Dembele emerged from a career plagued by injuries and inconsistencies to win the Golden Ball in 2025, and he is among a crowded field of contenders one year on.

Liverpool have confirmed the devastating news that Hugo Ekitike faces nine months on the sidelines after rupturing his Achilles tendon against Paris Saint-Germain. The injury not only ends his club season prematurely but also cruelly rules the forward out of France’s upcoming World Cup campaign.

Mikel Arteta has lauded his Arsenal squad for achieving a feat never before seen in the club’s 140-year history following their Champions League quarter-final progression. Despite a lacklustre goalless draw against Sporting CP, the manager believes that securing a place in the final four will provide a vital psychological lift for the team.

Thierry Henry has issued a blunt challenge to Mikel Arteta, demanding that Arsenal back up their manager's claims of internal "fire" when they visit Manchester City this weekend. The club legend laughed off the suggestion that the Gunners could secure a result at the Etihad if they repeat the disjointed performances seen in recent outings.

Mateus Mane has been linked with Manchester United and Liverpool, but Don Goodman has told GOAL why the Wolves wonderkid is not yet a £50 million ($68m) player. At 18 years of age, the fleet-footed forward has made quite the impression with Premier League strugglers during a breakthrough campaign. An expensive transfer flop at Everton is, however, being used as a warning to Mane when it comes to important decisions on his future.

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery produced a classic deadpan moment during his pre-match duties that left midfielder Youri Tielemans struggling to keep a straight face. As the Spaniard shut down questions regarding potential suspensions, his blunt delivery sparked a wave of laughter in the media room ahead of their Europa League quarter-final second leg clash against Italian side Bologna.