While there is still some time left in the 2026 summer transfer window, Aston Villa have seen their side weaken, overall, during it. However, getting another piece of silverware, before the regular season truly even starts, would be a huge morale boost. Especially if that trophy achieved with a win over one of the most powerful clubs on Earth, Paris Saint-Germain. PSG had a … [Read more...] about Aston Villa Predicted Starting XI vs Paris Saint-Germain (UEFA Super Cup)
Aston Villa Team News vs PSG: Alejandro Garnacho, John McGinn, Leon Bailey
The continental competition curtain raiser is almost here! The UEFA Super Cup, featuring the previous season's Champions League winner (Paris Saint-Germain) and Europa League winner (Aston Villa) kicks off in less than 72 hours. Villa have three notable new injury concerns in Alejandro Garnacho, John McGinn and Leon Bailey. … [Read more...] about Aston Villa Team News vs PSG: Alejandro Garnacho, John McGinn, Leon Bailey
Manchester United Predicted Starting XI vs Leeds United (Preseason Friendly)
The place is right, the time is now to re-integrate more of the starters into the first team. Yes, we have now reached that part of the preseason for Manchester United. The Red Devils will play their fifth friendly of the preseason in midweek, this time clashing with Leeds United. Yes, a renew of the Roses Rivalry, one of the most historically rich local derbies in all of world … [Read more...] about Manchester United Predicted Starting XI vs Leeds United (Preseason Friendly)
Man United Team News vs Leeds United: Mason Mount, Marcus Rashford, Tom Heaton
Mason Mount was subbed off, after only 19 minutes, in Manchester United's score draw with Paris Saint-Germain yesterday. There is good news though- his substitution was only precautionary. "He just got a kick," United manager Michael Carrick said after the 1-1 stalemate with the current Champions League holders. "So we just wanted [it] to be a precaution really, to look … [Read more...] about Man United Team News vs Leeds United: Mason Mount, Marcus Rashford, Tom Heaton
Liverpool Starting XI Prediction vs AS Monaco (Preseason Friendly)
Victor Munoz cut his post-World Cup holiday short, in order to join up with his new team earlier than expected. One of Liverpool's main signings this summer, he should make his debut in a Reds shirt against AS Monaco on Sunday. Doubtful that he starts, but if that is the case, he wouldn't play for too long, given the lack of training time that he has had with his new … [Read more...] about Liverpool Starting XI Prediction vs AS Monaco (Preseason Friendly)
Liverpool Team News vs AS Monaco: Victor Munoz, Jeremy Jacquet, Giovanni Leoni
Summer signing Victor Munoz cut his World Cup break short in order to join up with the rest of his Liverpool teammates. Munoz, who won the World Cup with Spain, explained in an interview with the club's in-house media his decision to end his holiday prematurely: “Obviously, pre-season is well under way and I was at the World Cup when the decision came through about the … [Read more...] about Liverpool Team News vs AS Monaco: Victor Munoz, Jeremy Jacquet, Giovanni Leoni
Borussia Dortmund vs Arsenal Starting XI Predictions (Preseason Friendly)
Sunday brings a trophy match, sort of, kind of, when Arsenal FC hosts Borussia Dortmund. The Emirates Cup is silverware, but as it's of the preseason variety, it's not a "real trophy." The format/competition, after all, was mostly created for the cause of raising brand awareness, not athletic prowess. Still if you are going to play the game, you will play to win, because as … [Read more...] about Borussia Dortmund vs Arsenal Starting XI Predictions (Preseason Friendly)
Arsenal Team News vs Borussia Dortmund: Martin Odegaard, Louie Copley
Arsenal is starting to get more of their players back from post-World Cup holiday, and their squad is rounding more into shape for 2026-27. Club captain Martin Odegaard has rejoined the squad, following his break after helping lead Norway to the quarterfinals at the tournament. He'll feature against Borussia Dortmund on Sunday, albeit is lesser role off the bench. "Martin … [Read more...] about Arsenal Team News vs Borussia Dortmund: Martin Odegaard, Louie Copley
Chelsea Starting XI Prediction vs AC Milan (Club Friendly)
It may only be preseason, but these footballers are competitors. Even for exhibition matches, they would much rather win than lose. Chelsea lost 2-1 to Tottenham Hotspur last weekend, and Juventus in midweek. No Blues supporter wants to see three consecutive losses, any format or competition, especially when you consider how last season went. So the clash with AC Milan in … [Read more...] about Chelsea Starting XI Prediction vs AC Milan (Club Friendly)
Chelsea vs AC Milan Team News: Cole Palmer, Levi Colwill, Christian Pulisic
Chelsea will take on another traditional Italian powerhouse, this time AC Milan, on Saturday. The opponent was Juventus last time out, and the Blues fell 1-0, in a match where they were without the services of Cole Palmer and Levi Colwill. Both were only nursing minor issues, so they should be available for this match. It wouldn't be totally accurate to label Palmer and … [Read more...] about Chelsea vs AC Milan Team News: Cole Palmer, Levi Colwill, Christian Pulisic