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  • I covered England’s 1966 World Cup win – and Gareth Southgate is mimicking Sir Alf Ramsey in one way

    I covered England’s 1966 World Cup win – and Gareth Southgate is mimicking Sir Alf Ramsey in one way
    It took a few games at Euro 2024 but Southgate now has a settled team which is crucial to international success
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    In recent football news, Arsenal's Premier League title hopes took a hit after a draw at Chelsea, leaving them nine points behind league leaders Liverpool. Gabriel Martinelli scored for Arsenal, but Pedro Neto's equalizer secured a point for Chelsea. Manchester United's new manager, Ruben Amorim, began his tenure with a challenging situation as both Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice, recently injured during the Arsenal match, might affect the team's performance in upcoming fixtures.

    In La Liga, Barcelona faced a setback with a 1-0 loss to Real Sociedad, further intensified by a controversy involving a VAR decision that disallowed Robert Lewandowski's goal. This decision drew criticism from Barcelona coach Hansi Flick and fans alike, questioning the effectiveness of VAR in the match. Additionally, Lamine Yamal's absence due to injury impacted Barcelona's performance, underscoring his importance to the team.

    The Serie A title race is proving to be extremely competitive this season, with the top six teams within just two points of each other. A notable 1-1 draw between Inter and Napoli kept the championship open, highlighting the league's unpredictability and competitiveness. This situation sets the stage for an exciting contest for the Serie A title.

    Off the pitch, notable incidents involved Manchester United fans criticizing the club over the sale of reportedly burnt pies during a game, illustrating fans' frustrations over more than just the team's performance. Meanwhile, Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta addressed the team's injury woes, expressing hope that the international break would allow his players to recover and return fully fit. This mix of on-field action and off-field issues paints a comprehensive picture of the current football landscape, marked by competition, controversy, and the hope for improvement.

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