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Madueke set to miss Champions League quarter-final after England injury

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is facing a significant selection headache following a knee injury to Noni Madueke during the international break. The England winger was forced off during a 1-1 draw with Uruguay, joining a growing list of Gunners stars returning to north London for urgent medical assessments. With crucial domestic and European knockout ties approaching, the club's medical team is working overtime to determine the extent of the damage.

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‘Clear discomfort’ injury update will have Arsenal fans panicking

Arsenal’s Premier League title ambitions have been dealt a scare following the premature return of Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, and Noni Madueke from international duty. England manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed the trio were in "clear discomfort" before being released back to their club ahead of a crucial run of fixtures. With major domestic and European knockout ties on the horizon, Mikel Arteta faces a race against time to have his key stars fit.

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Lineker: Arteta using Sir Alex tactic with international withdrawals

Gary Lineker has suggested that Mikel Arteta is taking a leaf out of Sir Alex Ferguson’s playbook as Arsenal contend with a staggering number of international withdrawals. With the Premier League title race reaching a fever pitch, the Gunners boss is facing scrutiny over the timing of various fitness concerns within his squad.

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PL responds to fierce fan backlash against VAR

The Premier League has issued a firm defence of VAR following a damning survey by the Football Supporters Association (FSA), which revealed widespread fan dissatisfaction. Despite 75 per cent of surveyed match-goers calling for the technology to be scrapped, league officials insist the system remains vital for sporting integrity. The clash of opinions comes amid a season plagued by a documented rise in officiating errors.

Arsenal’s injury crisis is a real issue: 11 players have pulled out of international duty

From Saka to Hincapié, a whole team out of action: between those who didn’t respond to the call-up and those who returned early

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Golden Glove leader Raya snubbed on top three PL keepers list

Golden Glove leader David Raya and Emi Martinez have been snubbed as Mark Crossley draws up his list of the top three Premier League goalkeepers for GOAL. The former Nottingham Forest and Wales shot-stopper has explained the skill set that an “ideal” No.1 must possess, with superstar performers at Manchester City and Liverpool considered to boast those qualities.

‘Maybe Chelsea’ - Fabregas backed for Blues or Barcelona jobs

Cesc Fabregas has been told why his career path could lead back to Chelsea or Barcelona, with the World Cup winner doing a “remarkable” job as manager of Como. The former Spain international stepped into the dugout after hanging up his boots in Italy. He is now chasing down Champions League qualification, with Massimo Ambrosini telling GOAL why a return to familiar surroundings could be agreed at some stage.

Atleti set to table mega Alvarez contract extension offer

Atletico Madrid are reportedly preparing a massive contract extension offer for Julian Alvarez to ward off growing transfer interest from top European clubs like Barcelona and Arsenal. The La Liga giants view the Argentine forward as the absolute cornerstone of their long-term project and are ready to shatter their wage structure to ensure he remains the undisputed face of the franchise.

Zubimendi becomes TENTH Arsenal player to withdraw from international duty

Arsenal's international break has gone from bad to worse, with Martin Zubimendi becoming their tenth first-team star to pull out of international duty. The Spain midfielder has returned to Emirates Stadium after the RFEF confirmed he would play no part in their upcoming friendly fixture against Egypt.

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Hincapie sent back to Arsenal with injury concern

Mikel Arteta is facing yet another injury headache as Piero Hincapie has become the latest Arsenal star to withdraw from international duty. The versatile defender sustained a knock during a friendly clash with Ecuador against Morocco and has been sent back to London for medical assessments.

Arsenal sweat on Madueke injury on England duty

Mikel Arteta and Arsenal are facing a nervous wait over the fitness of Noni Madueke after the winger was forced off during the first half of England's international friendly against Uruguay. The former Chelsea man was withdrawn early at Wembley following a heavy collision, leaving the Gunners sweating on his availability for the Premier League run-in.

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Tuchel tells White to 'clear the air' with England squad

Thomas Tuchel has handed Ben White a long-awaited England recall, ending the defender's self-imposed four-year international exile. The Arsenal star, who has not featured for the Three Lions since March 2022, returned to the fold following a late injury to Jarell Quansah. While Tuchel is eager to turn a new page, he has insisted that White must reconcile with squad members who witnessed his abrupt departure from the 2022 World Cup camp.

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What's going on with Saka?! Starboy losing talismanic status

When Bukayo Saka scored his 13th goal for England against Wales in October and became the highest scoring Arsenal player to play for the Three Lions, one reporter thought it would be a good opportunity to ask Thomas Tuchel to reflect on the winger’s international career. He most likely expected the German to wax lyrical about one of the best players for club and country over the past five years.

Four more PL referee errors identified as Chelsea & Arsenal games impacted

The latest report from the Premier League's KMI panel has confirmed that matches involving both Arsenal and Chelsea were impacted by officials failing to make the correct call on the pitch. While the league continues to grapple with the consistency of its refereeing, these latest findings suggest that even the division's biggest clubs are not immune to high-profile blunders.

Gyokeres hat-trick fires Sweden into World Cup play-off final

Viktor Gyokeres was the hero for Sweden on Thursday night as the Arsenal forward's clinical hat-trick secured a 3-1 victory over Ukraine. The result keeps Sweden's dreams of reaching the 2026 World Cup alive, setting up a winner-takes-all play-off showdown with Poland.

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Gabriel Jesus returns to Palmeiras after being granted Arsenal leave

Gabriel Jesus has returned to Palmeiras after being granted leave by Arsenal. During the current international break, the striker took the opportunity to use the training facilities at the Academia de Futebol, the very place where he developed as a young talent before moving to Europe.

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Tonali-Newcastle: a farewell without European football: "There's a gentlemen's agreement"

The Azzurri midfielder is one of the most talked-about players ahead of the upcoming summer transfer window, and new rumours about his future are emerging from England.

Carragher delivers brutal verdict on Arsenal attack

Jamie Carragher has issued a stark warning to Arsenal following their Carabao Cup final defeat, claiming the squad lacks the "special" attacking talent required for the highest level. The Liverpool icon believes that while a first Premier League title in 22 years remains likely, Mikel Arteta must act decisively in the summer transfer window.

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Shock Wharton stat sees Rice named as perfect role model

Declan Rice is being held up as the perfect role model for England international team-mate Adam Wharton, with the Crystal Palace midfielder having one obvious area of his game to address. The 22-year-old playmaker is considered to be one of the Premier League’s hottest prospects, but he is yet to score a goal for the Eagles. Clinton Morrison has addressed that shock statistic with GOAL and explained who Wharton needs to look at for inspiration.

Arsenal eye audacious Kvaratskhelia transfer bid

Arsenal are reportedly investigating a blockbuster deal for Paris Saint-Germain star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The Gunners are preparing for a major squad reshuffle this summer and view the Georgian winger as the ideal profile to elevate Mikel Arteta's attacking line.

NXGN 2026: Top 20 wonderkids England fans NEED to know

England will head to the World Cup this summer as one of the favourites to lift the trophy after a run of strong tournament showings by a still relatively young core group of players. Football, though, moves fast, and soon there will be new stars who come along and usurp those established names. Fortunately for the Three Lions, the production line is showing few signs of slowing down.

Arsenal star Havertz explains his love for donkeys

Arsenal forward Kai Havertz has opened up on his unique passion for donkeys, describing them as "wonderful" animals while discussing his deep commitment to animal welfare. The 26-year-old, who has recently returned to the Germany national team fold, revealed that his affection for the creatures started at a very young age and remains a significant part of his life away from the pitch.

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Walcott urges Dowman to REJECT potential World Cup call-up

Arsenal legend Theo Walcott has issued a heartfelt warning to Gunners starlet Max Dowman regarding a potential fast-track into Thomas Tuchel’s England squad. The 16-year-old forward has become the talk of the Premier League after a historic goalscoring breakthrough under Mikel Arteta. However, Walcott believes that accepting a place on the plane for the 2026 World Cup could hinder the youngster's long-term development.

KDB & the top 25 Premier League players of the 21st century

GOAL attempts the impossible by ranking the finest footballers to grace the English top flight since 2000

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Bild - Milan have approached Goretzka. He likes Italy, but there are three rivals

Leon Goretzka remains a serious target for Milan this summer, and talks are ongoing.

Arsenal learn extent of Eze injury absence in brutal blow

Arsenal’s pursuit of a historic treble has been rocked by the news that Eberechi Eze is set for a significant spell on the sidelines. The 27-year-old playmaker is facing at least a month out of action after picking up a severe calf injury during a crucial juncture of the campaign, delivering a brutal blow to Mikel Arteta's squad ahead of a demanding fixture schedule.

Frequently asked questions

: The story behind the birth of Liverpool as we know it today is quite interesting. Originally, it was Liverpool's Merseyside rivals Everton who would play their games at Anfield. However, after Everton decided to play their games elsewhere following a dispute in March 1892, John Houlding, the owner of Anfield at the time, decided to form his own club called Liverpool F.C.
: Fenway Sports Group (FSG), an American multinational sports holding conglomerate, is the owner of Liverpool. FSG purchased the club in 2010 through subsidiaries N.E.S.V.I, LLC and the UK-based UKSV Holdings Company Limited.
: Liverpool are playing their home games at the illustrious Anfield Stadium, which was built in 1884 and has since undergone several renovations, the latest being completed in 2024.
: Anfield has a capacity of 61,276, with the renovation of the Anfield Road Stand in the latter half of the 2023-24 campaign taking the stadium's capacity past the 60,000-mark.
: Liverpool have won a stellar 67 trophies throughout their history, which includes six Champions Leagues, 19 top-flight titles, and six FA Cups.
: Liverpool are the second-most successful English side in terms of top flight titles with 19, just one shy of Manchester United. Their previous league glory came in the 2019-20 season, which remains their only league title till date in the Premier League era.
: Former English midfielder Ian Callaghan made 857 appearances for the Reds. He is the only player in Liverpool history to have made over 800 appearances for the club.
: Liverpool icon Ian Rush is the club's all-time top goalscorer, finding the back of the net 346 times in 660 games.
: Luis Suarez, Ian Rush, Mohamed Salah, Steven Gerrard, Xabi Alonso, James Milner, Fernando Torres, and Michael Owen are among the most popular players to have donned the Liverpool jersey.
: Brendan Rodgers, Bill Shankly, Jurgen Klopp, Kenny Dalglish, Rafael Benitez, and Gerard Houllier are some of the most prominent managers to have been at the helm for Liverpool.
: Liverpool are famously known as The Reds. The media as well as the club's supporters coined the term during the 1965-66 season, when the team first wore an all-red attire for the games.

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