Arsenal fixtures against Manchester United are always lively and it's no different when fans of both clubs go head-to-head. Watch AliceTalksFootball and Kofi B take on Daniyal Khan and Rory Talks Football as they defend their controversial hot takes in the second episode of The Rondo!

Adebayo Akinfenwa is joined by Everton midfielder Hayden Hackney on the Beast Mode On Podcast, with the 24-year-old midfielder opening up on his decision to leave Middlesbrough for the Toffees, his development under Michael Carrick and the crucial advice given to him by new manager David Moyes. Hackney also reveals why he's a fan of Mateo Kovacic, how he grew up idolising Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney, what it was like being on the other side of the Southampton Spygate scandal and much more.

Get to the top of the table and avoid the relegation zone, it's that easy! Watch eight more fans go head-to-head as they aim to avoid the bottom two and make it all the way to the final round. This is episode two of The Climb!

In the latest episode of the Beast Mode On Podcast, Adebayo Akinfenwa is joined by Steven Gerrard at Virgil's Legacy Trophy to chat over Andoni Iraola's start to life as Liverpool manager and why it was imperative the club kept hold of Cody Gakpo. Reds legend Gerrard also opens up on the one attribute he'd have improved in his own game and how playing football in the streets was a key part of his journey to the very top.

Atletico Madrid have opened preliminary discussions to sign Almeria midfielder Stefan Dzodic as the Spanish capital club begin planning their recruitment ahead of next summer's transfer window. The 21-year-old Serbia international is protected by a €40 million (£33m/$45m) release clause and a long-term deal running until June 2032.

Manchester United have joined the race alongside European heavyweights Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal and Liverpool to monitor Atletico Madrid midfielder Pablo Barrios ahead of the 2027 transfer windows. Old Trafford officials made an initial enquiry for the 23-year-old Spain international after watching him score against them in Europe recently.

Barcelona are preparing to launch a fresh move for Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni ahead of the rapidly approaching January transfer window. The Catalan club are eager to solve their mounting defensive problems and have identified the Italian centre-back as a primary target.

Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde is increasingly open to leaving Camp Nou during the upcoming winter transfer window after falling down the pecking order under head coach Hansi Flick. The 23-year-old's mounting frustration has placed several Premier League suitors including Manchester United on alert ahead of a potential January move to England.

Everton captain James Tarkowski has thrown his support behind Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall for an international breakthrough, claiming the midfielder deserves a spot in the England squad. Following a string of dominant performances for the Toffees, the skipper believes his teammate has done more than enough to catch the eye of Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel.

Crystal Palace have appealed against the straight red card Jean-Philippe Mateta received in Saturday's 2-0 defeat at Tottenham. The France international faces a three-match ban for his studs-up challenge on Micky van de Ven, and losing him now would be a fresh blow for under-pressure Eagles boss Pierre Sage, with Liverpool visiting Selhurst Park on Sunday.

Manchester United are reportedly considering a sensational mid-season move for Manchester City left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri as they look to address a glaring lack of depth in their defensive ranks. The Algerian international has found regular minutes hard to come by under both Pep Guardiola and Enzo Maresca at the Etihad Stadium, potentially paving the way for a rare direct transfer between the two local rivals.

Arsenal have received a massive boost ahead of the festive period with the news that William Saliba has officially returned to first-team training. The French international, who has been sidelined since the World Cup, is now back in the fold as the Gunners look to maintain their position at the summit of the Premier League table.

The USMNT defender is drawing Premier League interest after impressing in Spain. Now, he could face his toughest test yet against Champions League holders PSG on Tuesday.

Inter Miami won, Nashville made history, and a load of Western Conference playoff spots are up for grabs ahead of decision day

Christian Pulisic marked his new AC Milan deal with a derby goal, while Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi got back on the scoresheet. Cole Campbell scored a stunner, too.

Sat third after seven games, it's clear that the big-spenders could qualify for the Women's Champions League - but could they also win the league?

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