Latest Football (Soccer) News

📅April 13, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Premier League title race heats up as Man City crushes Chelsea, Arsenal stumbles; Tottenham nears relegation, key matches in other leagues and MLS Next Pro today.
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Man City Rout Chelsea 3-0, Close Gap on Arsenal to Six Points

Manchester City dominated Chelsea with a second-half blitz of three goals in 17 minutes, securing a 3-0 victory at Stamford Bridge. This win trimmed Arsenal's lead to six points after the Gunners' prior loss. Rayan Cherki assisted the first two goals, igniting the title race ahead of their Etihad clash.Source 2Source 4

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Arsenal Suffer 2-1 Defeat to Bournemouth, Arteta Calls for Resilience

Arsenal lost 2-1 to Bournemouth, described by Mikel Arteta as a 'big punch in the face' threatening their title charge. The result opened the door for Manchester City in the Premier League race. Arteta urged his players to stand up after the setback.Source 2Source 4

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Tottenham Hotspur Lose 1-0 to Sunderland, Drop into Relegation Zone

Tottenham fell 1-0 to Sunderland, leaving them 18th and in the Premier League drop zone with six matches remaining. De Zerbi emphasized the need for a mentality change to avoid relegation, their first since 1977. Their winless run stretches to 14 games.Source 1Source 7

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Premier League Title Race Intensifies: Arsenal vs Man City Fixtures Compared

Arsenal lead but Man City's Chelsea win has blown the title race open after Arsenal's Bournemouth loss. Key upcoming fixtures include Arsenal vs Newcastle and Man City facing tough opponents like Fulham. The race is well underway with City chasing their first top-flight trophy since 2004.Source 6

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Lille Surge to Third in Ligue 1 with 4-0 Win over 10-Man Toulouse

Lille comfortably beat 10-man Toulouse 4-0, reclaiming third place in Ligue 1. The victory strengthens their position in the standings. It marks a strong performance on Sunday.Source 4

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Napoli's Serie A Title Defense Hit by 1-1 Draw at Parma

Napoli drew 1-1 with Parma, denting their title defense and allowing leaders Inter Milan a chance to extend their lead to nine points. The result came on Sunday in Serie A. Inter can capitalize on the slip.Source 4

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Real Madrid Planning Toni Kroos Return in Off-Field Role

Real Madrid are working to bring back Toni Kroos in a new role within their sporting structure. The move aims to leverage his experience post-retirement. Discussions are ongoing.Source 4

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US Women Beat Japan 2-1, Rose Lavelle Scores on 100th Cap

Rose Lavelle marked her 100th international cap with a goal and assist in the USWNT's 2-1 friendly win over Japan. It was the first of two matches between the powerhouses. Lavelle celebrated the milestone on Saturday.Source 4

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FC Cincinnati 2 Face New York City FC II in MLS Next Pro Today

FC Cincinnati 2 host New York City FC II in MLS Next Pro Matchweek 6 at Scudamore Field on April 13 at 1 p.m. ET. Tickets available via FC Cincinnati App, streaming on OneFootball and MLSNEXTPro.com. It's a key league encounter.Source 3

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Kylian Mbappe's Knee Injury Raises Concerns for France Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Kylian Mbappe's recurring knee injury at Real Madrid is causing worry within the France national team as preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup intensify. The issue has resurfaced recently. It poses risks to his fitness.Source 8

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Chelsea's 13-Game Winless Streak vs Man City Continues

Chelsea have not beaten Manchester City since the 2020/21 Champions League final, now extending to 13 games after Sunday's 3-0 loss. The 'ghosts of 2021' haunt their record against the Sky Blues. It underscores City's dominance.Source 4

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De Zerbi: Spurs Win Would 'Change Everything' in Relegation Fight

Tottenham's manager De Zerbi stated a win would transform their relegation battle after the Sunderland loss. They're in serious danger at 18th place. Mentality shift is crucial.Source 4Source 7