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Arsenal must do more to convince

Fitness and tactics won the North London derby but can Arsenal kick on? Elsewhere, derby day in Madrid was 'won' by Barcelona, Paul Pogba boosted Man United, Juventus slumped and Valencia won again. Gab Marcotti &#187
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/blog/marcotti-musings/62/post/3277605/arsenal-approach-beats-spurs-madrid-derby-helps-barcelona-juventus-slump

Max Kruse's brilliant performance has him on top of Player Power Rankings

ESPN FC's worldwide editorial desks nominate their top performers from the weekend's action. Werder Bremen forward Max Kruse is this
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/blog/espn-fc-united-blog/68/post/3277617/max-kruses-brilliant-performance-has-him-on-top-of-player-power-rankings

Prem in 90: Fellaini, Shaw, Smalling return

Get caught up with all the happenings in the Premier League with Premier League in 90 Seconds (plus stoppages).
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/english-premier-league/23/video/3277567/prem-in-90-fellaini-shaw-smalling-return

Daniel Sturridge to leave Liverpool in January to chase World Cup dream

With the January window on the horizon, there's plenty brewing in the transfer market. All the latest deals and potential deals can be found <a
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/blog/transfer-talk/79/post/3277186/daniel-sturridge-to-leave-liverpool-in-january-to-chase-world-cup-dream

Liverpool must make Coutinho, Salah want to stay at Anfield - Jurgen Klopp

Jurgen Klopp insisted he is not worried about Liverpool stars Philippe Coutinho and Mo Salah being linked with Barcelona and Real Madrid,
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/liverpool/story/3277795/liverpool-must-make-philippe-coutinho-and-mohamed-salah-want-to-stay-at-anfield-jurgen-klopp

Man City undoubtedly one of Europe's best - Feyenoord's Van Bronckhorst

Feyenoord boss Giovanni van Bronckhorst has no doubt Manchester City are one of the best teams in Europe. Van Bronckhorst's side were
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/uefa-champions-league/story/3277739/manchester-city-undoubtedly-one-of-europes-best-teams-giovanni-van-bronckhorst

Paul Pogba must 'be consistent for years' to match Gerrard - Rafa Benitez

Paul Pogba must be more consistent with his performances before he can be compared to Steven Gerrard, according to Newcastle manager Rafa
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/manchester-united/story/3277598/paul-pogba-must-be-consistent-for-years-to-match-steven-gerrard-rafa-benitez

West Brom look to Nigel Pearson, Alan Pardew to replace Tony Pulis - sources

Nigel Pearson and Alan Pardew head West Bromwich Albion's shortlist to replace the sacked Tony Pulis, sources have told ESPN FC, with the
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/west-bromwich-albion/story/3277789/west-brom-looking-at-nigel-pearson-alan-pardew-to-replace-tony-pulis-sources

Brighton & Hove Albion fight back twice to claim draw vs. Stoke

Jose Izquierdo snatched a point for Brighton as they twice came from behind to draw 2-2 with Stoke. The Seagulls' club record signing
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/report?gameId=480792

Mohamed Salah 'was a kid at Chelsea, now he's a man' - Jurgen Klopp

Jurgen Klopp has said Mohamed Salah is a now thriving as a "man" at Liverpool having been a "kid" during his unsuccessful spell at
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/liverpool/story/3277375/mohamed-salah-was-a-kid-at-chelsea-now-hes-a-man-jurgen-klopp

Zlatan Ibrahimovic played down extent of injury: 'It was more than the knee'

MANCHESTER -- Zlatan Ibrahimovic has revealed he hid the true extent of his injury, and added that if it was known there would be "shock"
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/manchester-united/story/3277050/manchester-uniteds-zlatan-ibrahimovic-played-down-extent-of-injury-it-was-more-than-the-knee

Danny Rose in contention to start for Tottenham against Borussia Dortmund

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino admitted he may rest players against Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday, but said Danny Rose is in
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/tottenham-hotspur/story/3277733/danny-rose-in-contention-to-start-for-tottenham-against-borussia-dortmund

Newcastle owner Mike Ashley receives takeover offer for club - report

Newcastle owner Mike Ashley has received a formal offer for the club, sources have told Press Association. Reports emerged on Monday
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/newcastle-united/story/3277762/newcastle-owner-mike-ashley-receives-takeover-bid-report

Thiago Silva trying to persuade Philippe Coutinho to join PSG

Thiago Silva has told Telefoot he used
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/story/3277366/thiago-silva-trying-to-persuade-philippe-coutinho-to-join-paris-saint-germain

Can Juventus right the ship against Barca?

Following their defeat at Sampdoria, the FC panel discuss whether Juve's defensive frailties will manifest themselves again.
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/uefa-champions-league/2/video/3277898/can-juventus-right-the-ship-against-barca

Extra Time: Sensational Salah, Prem's best playmaker, pineapple pizza?

The FC crew answer your tweets on Mohamed Salah's season so far, the Premier League's best playmaker and pineapple on pizza.
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/video/espn-fc-tv/86/video/3277874/extra-time-sensational-salah-prems-best-playmaker-pineapple-pizza

APOEL could be just the tonic for what's been ailing Real Madrid of late

With Real Madrid now trailing Barcelona by 10 points, the ESPN FC guys explain why a resurgence is unlikely this campaign.
        Steve Nicol slams Zinedine Zidane's comments on Real Madrid's title chances after a scoreless Madrid derby. 

A return to Champions League action away at APOEL Nicosia will provide welcome tonic for Zinedine Zidane and Real Madrid after a goalless stalemate in the Madrid derby left the reigning Liga champions 10 points behind leaders Barcelona and six adrift of second-placed Valencia.

Madrid may be struggling domestically, but in Europe their fate remains firmly in their own hands. A 3-1 defeat by Tottenham was a setback but one counter-balanced by Borussia Dortmund's inability to claim more than two...
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/club/real-madrid/86/blog/post/3277871/apoel-could-be-just-the-tonic-for-whats-been-ailing-real-madrid-of-late


Singapore legend Fandi Ahmad undergoes knee replacement surgery


Singapore's Irfan Fandi discusses his preferred position and looks ahead to his side's Asian Cup qualifier against Bahrain.
Singapore legend Fandi Ahmad has had knee replacement surgery just nine days after representing his country in the Battle of the Masters against Liverpool and Arsenal.
The 55-year-old underwent the procedure at Singapore General Hospital on Monday, posting a picture on his official Instagram account to thank the staff who helped him.
Fandi, the father of national team members Irfan Fandi and Ikhsan Fandi, has been troubled by knee pain for several years.
Even so, he has actively participated in...
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/blog/football-asia/153/post/3277843/singapore-legend-fandi-ahmad-undergoes-knee-replacement-surgery

FA Cup champions Kedah denied entry to 2018 AFC Cup


ESPN FC's Jason Dasey and Dez Corkhill discuss Kelantan's great escape from relegation and prospects for the 2018 season.
Malaysia FA Cup champions Kedah will miss out on next year's AFC Cup after the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) revealed that they had failed to meet the deadline to obtain the necessary licence.
Kedah had qualified for the competition after winning May's final. But their place is now likely to go to Pahang, whom they beat 3-2 at Shah Alam Stadium.
A statement on the FAM website outlined the reasons why they were unable to issue the license.
"With regards to Kedah, it is very clear that only...
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/blog/football-asia/153/post/3277356/fa-cup-champions-kedah-denied-entry-to-2018-afc-cup

Shawcross admits Murray tackle was a penalty

Glenn Murray and Ryan Shawcross share their candid opinions on a controversial no-call in their 2-2 draw at Amex Stadium.
Source: http://www.espnfc.com/english-premier-league/23/video/3277837/shawcross-admits-murray-tackle-was-a-penalty

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