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Champions League qualification is the only positive Man City have left -- and they might miss it
Man City's awful season could end with one positive: qualification for next season's Champions League. But they are playing so poorly, they might not even get there.

Will 'uninspiring' Man City miss out on a Champions League spot?

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Chelsea's bid to win four trophies was kick-started with a 2-1 win over Man City in the League Cup final. The Blues are yet to lose a game this season.

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After PSG beat Liverpool, we ask: Is Dembélé the world's best player?
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Liverpool's Slot looking to follow Klopp as Newcastle chase history
Liverpool face Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday, and it would be a fitting way to open Arne Slot's account, as it was Jurgen Klopp's last trophy.
Will Liverpool bounce back from UCL exit in Carabao Cup final?

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Tuchel: England's World Cup 'journey' starts now
Thomas Tuchel has warned that England's World Cup preparations must start now with only 60 days together before the finals begin next summer.
Tuchel refuses to answer question in German at Wembley

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Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool to replace Van Dijk with Guéhi
Will Marc Guéhi take Virgil van Dijk's spot at the heart of Liverpool's defence? Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
Why Geovany Quenda can be Chelsea's answer to Saka
Chelsea look set to land Sporting CP teenager Geovany Quenda in 2026, and he has been compared in style to Arsenal star Bukayo Saka.

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Premier League injury news, predicted lineups, fantasy updates
Find out who is missing through injury and who is in a race against time to prove their fitness in the Premier League this weekend.
Maresca: Chelsea have to close point gap from Arsenal
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