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Quick take: Match context: momentum and small details could decide this one, especially set-pieces and transitions. Form and fitness will matter; expect managers to rotate carefully around the congested schedule. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

Quick take: Big picture: the update fits broader trends across the league with schedule pressure and tight tables. Supporters will watch for clarity from training ground reports and official briefings. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

[caption id="attachment_1278881" align="alignnone" width="1000"] Jalal Abdullai is wanted by major European clubs.[/caption]Belgian giants Anderlecht are the latest European side to be linked with Norway-based Ghanaian striker Jalal Abdullai.The 20-year-old, owned by Swedish side Efsborg but currently on loan at Molde, is turning heads of scouts and sporting directors.His eight goals in 23 appearances in all competitions has already seen him being linked with English duo Preston North End and Middlesbrough.Danish Superliga giants Copenhagen and Midtjylland are said to be monitoring the progress of the former Inter Allies player.RCK Genk from Belgium have scouted the 2.2 million valued player.Efsborgs existing contract with Abdullai runs until December 2028 but farmed him out to Molde who have an option to buy.Abdullai moved to Sweden at the age of 18 and has shown massive improvement and versatility which could see him operate as a No.9 or on both wings.

Quick take: Big picture: the update fits broader trends across the league with schedule pressure and tight tables. Supporters will watch for clarity from training ground reports and official briefings. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

Ghanaian midfielder Emmanuel Danso is set to join Scottish Premiership side Livingston FC in the winter transfer window. The 25-year-old, who has been described by Tottenham Hotspur star Mohammed Kudus as one of the best players he knows, has agreed a deal to join the West Lothian outfit.Danso will be officially announced the club's newest arrival in January after his contract with Norwegian side Stabaek expires at the end of the year.The former Sporting Club Accra player gained attention after his best friend Kudus mentioned him in a viral interview during his time at West Ham.Several clubs started to circle around him for his services but Livingston made a concrete offer, enough to convince the player to sign for the club.Danso started his career at SC Accra before spending time on loan in France with Olympique Lyonnais.He then moved to Norway, where he first signed for Stromsgodset before joining Stabaek.This year, he has made 24 appearances in the Norwegian Eliteserien for Stabaek.

[caption id="attachment_1278872" align="alignnone" width="612"] NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 14: Callum Hudson-Odoi of Nottingham Forest[/caption]Callum Hudson-Odoi made a huge statement with his performance for Nottingham Forest against Tottenham Hotspur as the debate over his potential international switch continues.The former England youth international scored a brace to lead the Reds to a stunning 3-0 victory over the Europa League winners at the City Ground Stadium on Sunday.Hudson-Odoi opened the scoring halfway into the first half after cooly slotting home from an Ibrahim Sangare pass. He doubled the advantage five minutes after the break with a sensational curler before Sangare completed victory late in the match.His performance has opened up the debate for his invitation to the national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Despite reportedly turning down Ghana in the past, the former Chelsea player is believed to be strongly interested in playing for the Black Stars.Meanwhile, Ghana coach Otto Addo is considering his options as he prepares a strong squad for the tournament to be held in North America next year.Ghana have been drawn in Group L alongside Hudson-Odoi's birth nation, England, Croatia and Panama.Mohammed Kudus saw 80th minutes of action before he was replaced by Brenan Johnson in the defeat to Forest.

Quick take: Injury outlook: depth players may get minutes, but the knock could strain the side’s rhythm. Recovery timelines will guide expectations; international duty could also be impacted. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

In-form Basake Holy Stars continued their recent fine run in the league with a comfortable 2-0 victory over FC Samartex on Sunday. First half goals from Sylvester Simba and Benjamin Tweneboah was enough for Holy Stars to secure their fourth win in the last six matches.The hosts were off to a blistering start after Simba opened the scoring just five minutes into the match with a sumptuous strike.Buoyed by the early goal, Holy Stars seized control of the early exchanges, dominating the match while creating chances.Just before half-time, Basake Holy Stars doubled their advantage through leading marksman Tweneboah.After the break, Samartex were forced into making changes with Awuah Dramani and Emmanuel Mamah making way for Clinton Kumi and Ebenezer Acquah.Despite the attacking substitutions, the visitors could not find a way past the resolute defence of Holy Stars.The victory sees Holy Stars climb to 13th on the table and are now two points away from the drop zone.

Juan Cabal explains his goal celebration after giving Juventus victory against Bologna, while Lloyd Kelly admits they ‘had to play our best football’ tonight.

Tottenham manager Thomas Frank has sent a warning to the Tottenham board after the latest defeat. 

Vincenzo Italiano insists the defeat to Juventus ‘does not diminish’ Bologna and their campaign, as they couldn’t recover from the double whammy of goal and red card.

Luciano Spalletti insists the victory over Bologna was ‘the most important’ of his Juventus career so far, but notes where Juan Cabal, Lois Openda and Jonathan David can improve.

Juventus have Juan Cabal to thank after picking up a vital three points in a 1-0 victory away against Bologna in Serie A on Sunday evening. 

Juan Cabal came off the bench to snatch all three points for Juventus against 10 men, continuing the dire Bologna record in this fixture, and leapfrogging them into fifth place.

Gleison Bremer has marked his return from injury after a spell of 78 days on the sideline, but Luciano Spalletti will now have to do without another one of his centre-back options when the Bianconeri take on Roma in a huge Serie A clash next weekend.