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'Not a joy to watch' - Slot alarmed by PL's set-piece obsession

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has admitted his "football heart" is struggling to adjust to the ways of a modern Premier League, claiming the division’s growing obsession with set-piece routines is making matches a chore to watch. The Dutchman, who won the title in his first season at Anfield, believes the tactical shift toward crowded goalmouths and physical dead-ball plays has turned the English top flight into an outlier compared to its European counterparts. Despite Liverpool’s own recent success from corners, Slot warned that this "new reality" is set to dominate the landscape for the foreseeable future.

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Slot issues Wirtz injury update ahead of Wolves double-header

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed that the club's marquee summer signing Florian Wirtz is set for a further spell on the sidelines. The Germany international, who has become a pivotal figure at Anfield since his high-profile arrival from Bayer Leverkusen, is battling a back injury that has already seen him miss key victories over Nottingham Forest and West Ham. With the Reds preparing for a double-header against Wolves at Molineux, Slot suggested the playmaker remains a major doubt for both the Premier League and FA Cup fixtures.

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Wolves share 'abhorrent' racist abuse aimed at Arokodare

Wolves have shared appalling racist abuse aimed at striker Tolu Arokodare online after the club's defeat to Crystal Palace. Arokodare missed a penalty as his team were beaten 1-0 at Selhurst Park on Sunday afternoon, and Wolves have published screenshots of the abuse he received on social media, with the 25-year-old also issuing his own statement.

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'Choking again' - Morgan calls out Arsenal for Wolves collapse

Piers Morgan led the Arsenal fury on social media on Wednesday night after Mikel Arteta's side squandered a 2-0 lead at Wolves to draw in the 94th minute with the Premier League's bottom side at Molineux. Gunners fan Morgan fumed that his side are "choking again" as they failed to extend their lead over Manchester City, who could go to within two points of the summit if they win their game in hand.

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Incredible stat reveals root of Arsenal's title troubles

Arsenal dropped more precious points in their Premier League title bid when throwing away a two-goal lead at Wolves, with a stunning statistic highlighting how badly the Gunners continue to shoot themselves in the foot. Mikel Arteta has overseen three successive runners-up finishes, and is in danger of squandering another glorious opportunity to land the English top-flight crown.

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Spurs legend slams Saka reaction to Wolves draw

Tottenham legend Glenn Hoddle has criticised Bukayo Saka’s leadership following Arsenal’s disappointing 2-2 draw against bottom-of-the-table Wolves. The former England manager questioned the winger's "flat" demeanour as the Gunners' title charge stuttered at Molineux in Wednesday evening's Premier League clash.

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Carragher 'glad' Arsenal dropped points in title race blow

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher reveals why he was happy to see Arsenal stumble at Wolves, despite wanting Mikel Arteta’s side to beat Manchester City to the Premier League trophy. The London side were held to a shock 2-2 draw against the Premier League bottom feeders on Wednesday, providing their rivals with the chance to catch up.

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'We deserve it!' - Arteta reacts to Arsenal collapse

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has called on his players to 'stand up' after they threw away a two-goal lead away at Wolves on Tuesday. The Gunners conceded deep into added time and were held to a 2-2 draw by the team sitting bottom of the table - the first time a side top of the Premier League has ever blown such an advantage against opposition in the relegation zone.

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FOUR coaches in one season?! Edu to blame for Forest mess

So there we have it! The Sean Dyche era at Nottingham Forest is officially over - after just 114 days and a measly 18 Premier League games, with a 0-0 draw at home to rock-bottom Wolves proving the final straw. Dyche leaves the City Ground with the team sitting 17th in the table, just three points above the drop zone with 12 matches of the 2025-26 campaign remaining.

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Rosenior admits Chelsea start 'can't really get any better'

Liam Rosenior admits that his start to life at Chelsea could not have been any better after he won his fourth successive Premier League game as Blues boss. The west London giants ran out comfortable 3-1 winners over Wolves, as Cole Palmer scored a first-half hat-trick, although Rosenior struck a cautious note over their second-half performance.

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Write off Palmer at your peril! Chelsea sensation wallops Wolves

Chelsea swept Wolves aside in a decisive first-half display that saw Cole Palmer bag a hat-trick. The England forward, who has had his fair share of critics amid reports that he was seeking a way out of Stamford Bridge, buried two penalties and smacked home a third on his 100th start for the Blues in what proved to be a pretty comfortable afternoon for Liam Rosenior and his side.

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Palmer silences Chelsea exit rumours with hat-trick & new celebration

Chelsea forward Cole Palmer has had his say on the speculation surrounding his future in West London by sporting a new celebration for the club. The England international put his side ahead against Wolves in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon, and ran over to celebrate with the travelling fans, covering his ears in the process, before going on to net a hat-trick at Molineux.

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Wolves at a crossroads: how smart capital and new management could save the club

The world of football is increasingly influenced by money. Investors from the private equity sector in particular are playing a greater role in this. The takeovers of clubs such as AC Milan, Chelsea and Olympique Lyon show that these investors see football as a new market for growth. In the Cleats & Cashflows newsletter, we look at this development. We discuss the opportunities this offers clubs, but also the risks involved.

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10 best-value signings of the January window

Famously, the January transfer window is the more difficult of the two to operate in. It's hard to persuade other clubs to give up assets mid-season, sometimes even harder to convince players that they're better off making a move immediately rather than waiting until the following summer. But that doesn't mean deals are impossible, or that you can't get good value for your buck.

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Five to Twelve: How Financial Mismanagement Put Wolves in Danger

In 2020, Wolverhampton Wanderers were conquering Europe. Today, they sit at the bottom of the Premier League table. How did it go so wrong, so fast? This deep dive exposes the structural cracks behind the scenes: from a broken "Mendes-dependent" transfer model and a neglected stadium to a staggering 117% operating cost ratio. Discover the full extent of the mismanagement that turned a top-six contender into a club fighting for survival.

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Guardiola snaps at referee and calls for 'fight' against decisions

Pep Guardiola went on an extraordinary tirade against Premier League referees after Manchester City were denied a penalty against Wolves due to an official overruling VAR. City earned a comfortable 2-0 win thanks to goals from Omar Marmoush and Antoine Semenyo but Guardiola's mood changed when asked about referee Farai Hallam opting against giving his side a spot-kick in the first half.