Report: Chelsea set to battle Man United for surprise 20-year-old Premier League star

Arsenal will host Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge on Saturday night, while Sunderland faces Newcastle United on Sunday. This weekend's matches are crucial as Arsenal seeks to maintain its position at the top of the Premier League against a struggling Wolves side.

Everton manager David Moyes addressed the media ahead of the Premier League match against Chelsea, confirming that players Jarrad Branthwaite and Merlin Rohl have returned to training. Meanwhile, Tyler Dibling, Carlos Alcaraz, and Dwight McNeil are eager for playing time as Idrissa Gueye and Iliman Ndiaye prepare for the Africa Cup of Nations with Senegal.

Chelsea's striker situation has become increasingly frustrating following Liam Delap's recent injury, which has compounded the team's challenges in the attacking department. Delap's struggles since returning from a hamstring injury have left Chelsea in a precarious position, especially with Cole Palmer's potential return looming.

The Women’s Super League (WSL) is set to review its broadcast slots following disappointing viewing figures, with an average of 59,000 viewers for a recent Sky Sports match, significantly lower than previous games. This review will involve discussions with main rights holders, Sky and BBC, at the end of the season.

This weekend in the Premier League, attention is drawn to key players like Gabriel Jesus and Mohamed Salah, with Chelsea facing Everton amid ongoing concerns about their consistency against smaller teams. Chelsea's recent performances have been mixed, showcasing their ability to rise to big occasions while struggling against teams that employ deep defensive strategies.

Manchester City achieved a significant 2-1 victory over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu, with Erling Haaland scoring the decisive goal. Liverpool managed to secure a narrow 1-0 win against Inter Milan despite the absence of star forward Mohamed Salah, while Chelsea faced a setback, losing to Atalanta. This matchday highlighted the contrasting fortunes of these prominent clubs in the Champions League.

Chelsea secured a commanding 6-0 victory against Roma in the Women’s Champions League, with Millie Bright leading the team and dismissing any crisis talk following their recent league defeat. The match featured an own goal from Roma and additional goals from players including Wieke Kaptein and Lucy Bronze, solidifying Chelsea's position in the group stage.

Arsenal achieved a significant milestone by winning their sixth consecutive match in the Champions League, with Noni Madueke scoring twice in a 2-0 victory against Club Brugge. This performance marked a notable moment for both Madueke and Gabriel Martinelli, who contributed to the team's success. The win solidifies Arsenal's position as one of the few English teams to start a European campaign with six straight victories.