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Lazio are decimated by bans, injuries and illness, so look to Pedro and Taty Castellanos against Jamie Vardy’s high-flying Cremonese. It kicks off at the Stadio Olimpico at 17.00 GMT. You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens from this game and Juventus vs. Roma on the Liveblog. This is a surprising battle for position, because going …

This page will update live with the latest relevant news, no need to refresh the page! Join us for all the build-up and action as it happens from today’s Serie A games, as Lazio host Jamie Vardy’s Cremonese and there’s a massive Juventus vs. Roma showdown. The Week 16 fixtures are staggered because of the Supercoppa Italiana, so there are …

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. Continental stakes raise the intensity, where away goals no longer apply but margins still feel razor thin. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official …

Former AC Milan and Chelsea defender Thiago Silva will not be returning to his former clubs, as this afternoon he formally signed for FC Porto. The 41-year-old is still determined to participate in the 2026 World Cup and feels he can convince Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti if he is playing in a European league. So he called time on his …

Mario Hermoso is increasingly in doubt for tonight’s Serie A showdown with Juventus, so Roma could be forced to transform their defence, but Paulo Dybala may well start. It kicks off at the Allianz Juventus Stadium at 19.45 GMT. The Giallorossi made the trip to Turin without injured Artem Dovbyk, while Neil El Aynaoui and Evan Ndicka are on Africa …

Crystal Palace intend to add to Oliver Glasner’s squad in January, and one of their new signings could arrive from Man City. There is a strong desire to add depth in the wing department, and Oscar Bobb could be the ideal player come to Selhurst Park. Crystal Palace will compete in the Premier League, FA Cup and UEFA Conference League …

Gabriel Jesus is seeking a new experience after his star at Arsenal waned, so his entourage offered him to AC Milan, who are considering the idea. It had already been suggested this month that the Brazilian was on the radar for the Rossoneri, among other Serie A sides looking for strikers. His injury record has put many of them off, …

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. Continental stakes raise the intensity, where away goals no longer apply but margins still feel razor thin. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official …

Aston Villa are almost certain to be in the market for a new goalkeeper in 2026, with speculation surrounding the future of Emiliano Martinez. They have been linked with Man City’s James Trafford, but instead, a more established name could be heading to Villa Park. Martinez continues to be linked with Man United, while there is also a possibility that …

We can confirm that since last night there has been direct contact between Fiorentina and Tottenham Hotspur director Fabio Paratici, who should give a response early next week. The Viola are rock bottom of the Serie A table and the only team without a single victory so far this season. They are expected to completely revamp the squad in the …

AC Milan coach Max Allegri has been fined €10,000 for his touchline row with Napoli director Lele Oriali during the Supercoppa Italiana semi-final, but there is no ban. Napoli had released a statement decrying the incident and calling for video evidence to be used to punish the tactician for his behaviour. The Disciplinary Commission has examined the report provided by …

Newcastle will be keen to avoid any repeat of the Alexander Isak saga going forward, but there could be another case in 2026. Tino Livramento, who is attracting strong interest from Man City, may be the next player to leave St James’ Park. Livramento has developed into one of the Premier League’s best full-backs since joining Newcastle from Southampton, and …

It is now official that Como forward Assane Diao will withdraw from the Senegal squad at the Africa Cup of Nations due to injury. The 20-year-old player was at the centre of controversy last week when Como coach Cesc Fabregas complained of an “unpleasant” conversation with the Senegalese Federation. He was allowed to participate in the final Serie A match …

Bologna have announced that Federico Bernardeschi fractured his clavicle during the Supercoppa Italiana semi-final against Inter and will be out for circa six weeks. The Rossoblu played out the 1-1 draw after 90 minutes in Riyadh last night, going on to win the penalty shoot-out 4-3. It means they will face Napoli in the EA Sports FC Supercup Final on …

Juventus have named their squad list for tonight’s Serie A match with Roma, missing four first choice players through injury and suspension. It kicks off at the Allianz Juventus Stadium at 19.45 GMT. A victory would allow the Bianconeri to close within a point of Gian Piero Gasperini’s Roma in fourth place. Some changes are forced upon coach Luciano Spalletti, …