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Chelsea, Arsenal put on a show of title hopefuls, Xabi Alonso's Madrid mess, more

Sunday's clash between Premier League title chasers lived up to expectations with drama, controversy and grit. Alonso's tactics also led to Madrid losing more points.

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Title hopes of Chelsea, Arsenal make for wildly entertaining London derby draw

For the first time in decades, both Chelsea and Arsenal have Premier League title hopes.

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EXAMINING THE MAJOR INCIDENTS

VAR Review: Caicedo red card vs. Arsenal, Mateta's penalty retake

Chelsea had a player sent off vs. Arsenal, Crystal Palace had to retake a penalty and Wolves saw a goal disallowed for a player in front of the goalkeeper.

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TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Man City eye Semenyo move in January

Manchester City could move to sign AFC Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo in January. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

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MUST-SEE ON THE PITCH

Fireworks and flares force Ajax vs. Groningen to be abandoned

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USMNT's Ricardo Pepi scores overhead kick for PSV

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2025-26 Spanish LALIGA

Mbappe brings Real Madrid level from the penalty spot

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PREMIER LEAGUE REACTION

Liverpool needed Isak, Wirtz to ease pressure on Slot, and they did

Liverpool have been under pressure, but a fine performance from Florian Wirtz and a first goal for Alexander Isak have eased things.

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Awful in first half, magic in second: Zirkzee leads Man United comeback

Man United and Joshua Zirkzee had a poor first half, but one moment of magic turned everything around.

MIAMI ADVANCES TO FINAL

Lionel Messi assists on Mateo Silvetti's goal as Miami advances to MLS Cup

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INSIDE THE PREMIER LEAGUE

Why staying on top is tough for Premier League champs, but Liverpool collapse especially bad

Liverpool's collapse is part of a common trend of Premier League champions struggling to keep up their form the next season. Why is that?

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