Translation of the article content: Kobbie Mainoo is expected to join Chelsea. A commentator claims that the prospect of Kobbie Mainoo leaving Manchester United to join Chelsea has come as a "surprise" to both sides, as he "would not make it into the team." During the 2024/25 season, Mainoo made an extraordinary breakthrough for his childhood club, Manchester United, and shone for England at last year's European Championship, becoming one of the best young players in the Premier League. Despite this, there are reports that the Red Devils are willing to let Mainoo leave this year as they seek to raise funds for a major rebuild. The midfielder is one of Manchester United's most valuable assets, and selling him would be pure profit. Several clubs may want him, but Chelsea is reportedly "leading the race" to sign him. While there are reports that Manchester United would sell Mainoo if a suitable offer were made, they are also in contract negotiations with the midfielder, and whether he will leave remains to be seen. Chelsea's interest in Mainoo has surprised former England international Paul Robinson, who believes the Manchester United star would not start ahead of Romeo Lavia. Robinson told Football Insider: "Chelsea will definitely surprise us." "But look again at the midfielders Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez. As I said, they are currently injured in that position, but when everyone is healthy and Kobbie Mainoo is on the field, will he join the team? No, he won't. "In my opinion, Lavia is one of the best players in the Premier League…

In the FA Cup third round match between Arsenal and Manchester United, United's head coach Amorim finally demonstrated his true coaching prowess. Facing a strong Arsenal team, he meticulously planned highly targeted tactics that allowed the team to respond freely on the field. Even when Dalot was unexpectedly sent off in the game, Amorin remained calm and made a series of precise adjustments, successfully helping ten-man United eliminate Arsenal, who were second in the league, reigniting hopes for United's revival. Previously, in the away game against Liverpool, Amorim adopted a high-pressure tactic, delivering United's best performance this season. As a result, some United fans believed that in the FA Cup match against Arsenal, United should continue with the previous tactics, suppressing the opponent with high morale and not allowing Arsenal to pass comfortably. However, Amorim did not adopt this suggestion. After the start of the game, United's overall defense deeply retreated and did not actively engage in high-pressure tactics. Amorim knew that Arsenal's overall passing rhythm and counter-pressing ability were superior to Liverpool's. If they rashly adopted high-pressure tactics, it would leave gaps at the back and create attacking space for Arsenal. The facts proved that Amorim's tactical arrangements were effective. Under United's tight defensive system, Arsenal's offensive options were limited, forcing them to resort to crossing tactics, which is not what Havertz is good at. Therefore, Havertz missed several excellent scoring opportunities in this game. Previously, when Amorim first coached United, there were doubts about his lack of tactical adjustment ability, sticking to the 343 formation. Now it seems…

Although Real Madrid showed signs of getting back on track in a short period of the previous season, a crushing defeat in a strong dialogue proved that the team is still far from returning to its former peak state. Currently, if Real Madrid wants to achieve something at the end of the season, it must plug several obvious "holes" in the lineup through recruitment. At the same time, some of the team's underperforming main players are also facing the outcome of being expelled. From the overall performance of the team, the defense has become the key weakness that hinders further progress. Since last season, Ancelotti has been facing the dilemma of "a good cook without rice." However, as the head of the team, Florentino has always been very cautious about defensive recruitment, and Real Madrid has not signed any top-level players in the defense in several consecutive transfer windows. This directly led to Ancelotti having to rely on a makeshift defense to support when Alaba, Militao, Carvajal, and others were out for a long time due to injuries. In addition to the disorganized lineup, the "cliff-like decline" in the form of two main players is also a key factor in the team's poor defensive efficiency. In the right-back position, after losing Carvajal, Ancelotti only had Vazquez left. Since he transitioned from a winger to a full-back, Vazquez's advantage was originally on the offensive end, and defense was not his forte. Moreover, with age, Vazquez's physical fitness and ability to engage in physical confrontations have declined significantly, which further magnified his…

The list of the top 32 teams for the 2025 World Club Cup has been finalized with Botafogo's victory in the Copa Libertadores final. Among them, the most anticipated by Chinese football fans is Zhou Tong, a 34-year-old Chinese veteran playing for Auckland City, who will be the only Chinese player in the competition and has the potential to compete against Messi, which undoubtedly fills many Chinese fans with excitement for this grand football event. Looking at the list of 32 teams, the European region shines brightly with 14 participating teams, including Chelsea, Real Madrid, Manchester City, winners of the past three UEFA Champions League titles, as well as traditional giants such as Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, and Inter Milan. These teams boast some of the world's top football stars, and their clashes have always been a highlight of the World Club Cup. Their participation is sure to deliver a series of spectacular matches for fans. Four Asian teams have qualified for the competition: Al-Hilal Riyadh, Urawa Red Diamonds, Ulsan HD, and Al Ain. Although no Chinese Super League teams made it, these four teams have performed well in the AFC Champions League and are competitive. They will represent Asian football on the World Club Cup stage, competing against teams from other continents. Four African teams - Wydad, Zamalek, Espérance de Tunis, and Mamelodi Sundowns - secured their spots in the World Club Cup through their excellent performances in the CAF Champions League. The CONCACAF region has five teams in the mix: Monterrey, Seattle Sounders, León, Pachuca, and Miami International,…

17:10 - Araujo has decided to leave Barcelona in the winter window, but the club is not willing to sell unless they receive a bid of 70 million euros. Juventus believes that Barcelona's asking price is too high and the club's finances cannot afford such a high transfer fee. 17:00 - According to Real Madrid's team reporter, the club has decided to re-evaluate their recruitment situation in the winter window, and Florentino will meet with Ancelotti in the coming days. Ancelotti is unwilling to arrange Bale as the right-back in major matches, and Real Madrid will also try again to sign Arnold in the winter window. 16:58 - Napoli has begun contact with Manchester United, with Conte requesting the signing of Ghanacho to replace Kvaratskhelia, for which Manchester United is asking for 50 million euros. Paris Saint-Germain is negotiating with Napoli, who currently values Kvaratskhelia at 90 million euros. 16:52 - Al Nassr has expressed interest in Nunez, with Liverpool asking for 85 million pounds. Liverpool has contacted Haji Diouf's agent and learned that Slavia Prague is asking for 25 million euros for the player. 16:26 - Bayern Munich has offered a renewal salary of 25 million euros to Alphonso Davies, second only to Harry Kane within the team. Alphonso Davies' agent is currently in Madrid, where Real Madrid has also made an offer, but the salary package is not as good as Bayern's. 15:50 - Kyle Walker is willing to listen to Milan's offer, with Milan negotiating with Manchester City in hopes of signing the player without a transfer…

Arteta has been the coach of Arsenal for several years, during which the team's performance has remained relatively stable. However, they are still far from winning the Premier League title. This season, there was an opportunity as Manchester City experienced internal turmoil and a significant drop in performance. Unfortunately, Arteta's Arsenal failed to seize this chance. In the current Premier League season, they were even overwhelmed by Liverpool. In the recent FA Cup match, Arsenal lost 3-5 on penalties to a struggling Manchester United, which greatly angered the fans. It should be noted that the current Manchester United is only a mid-table team and no longer a top contender. Arsenal's inability to defeat Manchester United is unacceptable to the fans. Additionally, in the League Cup, Arsenal is trailing 0-2 after the first leg, making it difficult to win the title. In the Premier League, they are six points behind Liverpool, having played one more game. The team's overall state has completely collapsed. Over the past five years, Arteta has spent €800 million on transfer fees, which is comparable to the spending of top-tier clubs. Some of the signings, such as Havertz, Jesus, and Zinchenko, were players rejected by other top clubs, yet Arsenal paid high prices for them. Top players like Saka and Saliba were developed by Arsenal themselves, making Arteta's transfer strategy confusing to many. Fans are now calling for Wenger's return, as he was able to maintain a championship-contending level even with limited funds.

In the third round of the FA Cup, Manchester United defeated Arsenal 6-4 on penalties to advance to the next round. Brazilian winger Antony was included in the squad for the match but did not get the chance to play. This is also the second consecutive game he has been left out. Reports suggest that Manchester United have given the green light for the 24-year-old player to leave during the winter transfer window, with several European teams including West Ham United, Real Betis, and Marseille expressing interest in loaning him. West Ham United were the first club to officially express interest in Antony. They are looking to strengthen their attack by bringing in a player who can provide pace in the final third. The Hammers believe that this Brazilian player will fit well into Potter's tactical system, who has been searching for a winger capable of making an impact in the Premier League. On the other hand, Real Betis have shown great interest in signing the Brazilian and view Antony as an ideal choice to bolster their squad. Real Betis have been seeking to enhance their attacking power by bringing in internationally renowned players, and they see the former Ajax player as a luxurious reinforcement on the right wing. Antony's characteristics are very suitable for Pellegrini's tactical system; he is a left-footed player adept at playing on the right flank, with speed being his main advantage in overwhelming opponents' defenses. Meanwhile, Marseille has also shown interest in the Brazilian winger. The French club is looking for players who can make…

In the recently concluded third round of the FA Cup, the match between Manchester United and Arsenal was akin to a prelude to the final. Despite Dalot being sent off with two yellow cards after 60 minutes, ten-man Manchester United eliminated the Gunners through a penalty shootout. The Red Devils displayed a spirited performance at the Emirates Stadium, with another highlight being the referee, who was also disheartened by United's advancement. This is not the first time that Amorim has eliminated Arteta's Arsenal. In the 2022/23 season, while leading his former club Sporting Portugal, they met in the Europa League Round of 16. The first leg ended in a 2-2 draw at Sporting's home ground, followed by a 1-1 draw at the Emirates Stadium. Subsequently, Portugal won the penalty shootout 5-3, with the Portuguese emerging victorious. Nearly two years later, Arsenal's elimination from the FA Cup closely resembled their defeat in the Europa League, with the indecisive Arteta once again experiencing the bitter fruit of Amorim's tactics. After the match, Manchester United highlighted "justice" on their official media. No other team has united fans from various leagues against them like Arsenal, who seem to rely solely on set pieces and the favor of referees, as if they are incapable of anything else. Some polite fans suggest that Arteta has exhausted his talents, questioning the use of the term "talent" in the first place! The average age of the players who took the field for Manchester United in this match was only 24.4 years old. Among them were Menu (19), Jolo…

This season, Atletico Madrid's performance has been quite commendable. As a La Liga powerhouse, their results have indeed shown a noticeable decline in recent years. However, during the summer transfer window, Atletico coach Diego Simeone insisted on spending 90 million euros to bring in Alvarez as the team's ace player. Now it seems that Alvarez has indeed lived up to his price and ability. In the match where Atletico Madrid narrowly defeated Osasuna 1-0, Alvarez scored a decisive goal, helping Atletico secure victory. After this win, Atletico also clinched the La Liga mid-season championship title, leading Real Madrid by one point. This achievement has left Atletico very satisfied. Alvarez has scored 13 goals so far this season, making him the top scorer for Atletico. It must be said that this signing has been incredibly cost-effective for Atletico. Despite experiencing a prolonged slump at the start of the season, Alvarez has since integrated into the team's tactical system and started scoring goals consistently. In the 11 games where Alvarez has scored this season, Atletico has won 9 of them. It can be said that Alvarez is the hero behind the team's victories, repeatedly helping Atletico secure crucial matches. He has successfully justified his status as the summer transfer window's top signing, leaving Manchester City regretting letting him go. Since Alvarez's departure, Manchester City's attack has lacked a strong firepower point, diminishing their offensive threat. Consequently, their performance has significantly declined this season, making it not easy for Pep Guardiola to find a suitable replacement at the same price.

In extra time, Tottenham Hotspur scored three consecutive goals to secure a 3-0 victory and confidently advanced to the fourth round of the FA Cup, with Son Heung-min playing a key role. Prior to the match, Tamworth, ranked 16th in the English Football League, faced Tottenham Hotspur, who were 12th in the Premier League, in the third round of the FA Cup. Tamworth played at home against Tottenham. Tottenham had not won any of their previous four matches across all competitions, drawing one and losing three, while Tamworth had a slightly better record with one win, one draw, and two losses in their last four matches. However, due to Tottenham's superior strength on paper compared to Tamworth, more than 90% of fans were confident that Tottenham would defeat Tamworth away from home. In the 14th minute of the first half, Tomkins threw a powerful throw-in from the sideline, which hit the left post and bounced out, narrowly missing a goal for Tottenham. After 90 minutes of play, the score remained 0-0, leading to extra time. In the 101st minute, Chikuna scored an own goal, giving Tottenham the lead. Six minutes later, Son Heung-min provided a precise pass, allowing Kulusevski to score another goal for Tottenham. Eleven minutes after that, Brennan sealed the victory for Tottenham. Ultimately, Tottenham defeated Tamworth 3-0, advancing to the fourth round of the FA Cup.