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OFFICIAL: Eden Hazard inducted into Premier League Hall of Fame
On 29 October, The Premier League has officially announced that Chelsea legend Eden Hazard has been inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame.
Liverpool 0-3 Crystal Palace: Pressure piles on Slot with early League Cup exit
Arne Slot's line-up gamble backfired as a much-changed Liverpool lost at home to Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup last 16 - the Reds' sixth defeat in seven games.
Match Reports
Wolves 3-4 Chelsea: Estevao & co strike to send Blues through in 7-goal thriller
Chelsea survived a late scare in a Carabao Cup last-16 victory at Wolves, where a mutinous atmosphere against manager Vitor Pereira and the club's ownership morphed into hopes of a dream fightback.
Arsenal 2-0 Brighton: Saka & Nwaneri score to send Gunners into quarterfinals
Ethan Nwaneri and Bukayo Saka scored second-half goals as a youthful Arsenal side beat Brighton to reach the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup.
Newcastle 2-0 Tottenham: Schar & Woltemade score to kick Spurs out of League Cup
A pair of headers from Fabian Schar and Nick Woltemade sent holders Newcastle United into the Carabao Cup quarter-finals at the expense of Tottenham.
Swansea 1-3 Man City: Marmoush, Doku & Cherki score to seal comeback victory
Omar Marmoush and Rayan Cherki struck late goals as Manchester City came from behind to win at Swansea City and book a place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.
These Things Happen
OFFICIAL: Madrid Court confirms UEFA’s abuse of dominant position in ESL case
Real Madrid wrote in their official announcement: Real Madrid C.F. welcomes the Madrid Provincial Court's dismissal of the appeals filed by UEFA, the RFEF (Royal Spanish Football Federation), and LALIGA, confirming that UEFA, in the Super League matter, seriously infringed European Union free competition rules, in line with the CJEU (Court of Justice of the European Union) ruling, by abusing its dominant position.
OFFICIAL: Pedri suffered a distal biceps femoris tear in her left thigh
On 29 October, Barcelona have released an official injury statement announcing that Pedri suffered a torn distal hamstring in his left thigh during El Clásico, and the recovery time remains uncertain. According to previous reports from AS, Pedri was expected to be sidelined for approximately three weeks.
Carabao Cup quarter-finals draw: Arsenal v Crystal Palace, Man City v Brentford
Carabao Cup quarter-final draw has been confirmed.
Sport: If Alonso stays, Vinicius leaves next season – PSG appeals to him
Vinícius Jr. has had enough of Xabi Alonso. And he made it clear with his tantrum, accompanied by a string of insults directed at his coach when he was substituted on Sunday in the Clásico against Barça, the club match with the largest global audience.
Both Barcelona and Tottenham are interested in McTominay
As Scott McTominay continues to flourish away from Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur are keen on signing the Napoli midfielder, sources have told TEAMtalk, but it may not be easy for the north London club to bring the Scotland international to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
TA: Vinícius's apology letter that did not mention Alonso acted intentionally
According to Mario Cortegana, a Real Madrid correspondent for The Athletic, Vinícius Jr. did not mention in his apology letter that Alonso did so intentionally.
Giggs to marry again 14 years after Ryan had an affair with his ex-wife
Rhodri Giggs is set to remarry some 14 years after his love rat and Manchester United star brother Ryan admitted to having an affair with his ex-wife.
Daily Mail: Sancho can’t return to Man Utd in winter window
According to the latest news from the Daily Mail, Sancho will not have a chance to return to Manchester United in the winter transfer window, as his loan contract does not include a release clause for January.
If RM sells Vinícius, they will use the transfer fee to bring in Haaland
Vinícius continues to push the limits of his contract renewal with Real Madrid.
Barcelona concedes in 7 straight matches, first time in the last 5 seasons
After Barcelona lost 1-2 to Real Madrid in the El Clásico, it is reported that Barcelona has conceded goals in 7 consecutive games this season. The last time they had a 7-game winning streak was in the 2020-2021 season when Ronald Koeman was in charge of Barcelona.
What They Say
Gullit: Pedri should be directly sent off after he dragged Vinicius
Ruud Gullit is not impressed with an action by FC Barcelona playmaker Pedri in El Clásico against Real Madrid. According to the Ziggo Sport analyst, the Spanish international deserved a red card shortly before half-time. He is calling for a rule change.
Jesus: This is the biggest injury I've had; I'm feeling great
Arsenal speak to Brazilian forward as he nears the end of his rehab period from the injury he suffered at the start of the year.
Garnacho: Enzo is a very decent chap. He texts me every week this summer
Garnacho has spoken publicly for the first time about his decision to join Chelsea, revealing the role played by Enzo Fernandez in the transfer.
Merson: Chelsea are a cup team, and their match against Wolves is now massive
Paul Merson says Chelsea's lack of experience is a massive factor in their inconsistent Premier League form, but he believes they still have the talent to continue to do well in cup competitions.
