PSG cruises, Liverpool wins late yet again, Bayern and Inter also start well in Champions League
Title holder Paris Saint-Germain roared to victory in the Champions League by beating Atalanta 4-0SEPTEMBER 17 • Associated Press
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Liverpool news: 'Alexander Isak is the complete striker' - Virgil van Dijk Liverpool news: 'Alexander Isak is the complete striker' - Virgil van Dijk
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Four clearances and tackle won Van Dijk logged four clearances, one tackle (one won) and one interception during Liverpool's 1-0 win Sunday at Burnley.
Impact Only one of Liverpool's players logged several clearances Sunday, van Dijk. For the 2025-26 Premier League, VVD's recent tackle won is also his first. Once again, van Djik's defensive effort helped the Reds maintain a clean sheet, which their previous game featured against Arsenal. Currently, his 2025-26 season includes 38 clearances, 9.5 averaged per appearance.
SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
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Starts in backline Van Dijk (illness) was in the starting XI for Sunday's Community Shield defeat against Crystal Palace, confirming he has fully recovered from the issue.
Impact Van Dijk missed the last pre-season friendly due to illness but was back in training this week and started Sunday's Community Shield against Crystal Palace, which the Reds lost in a penalty shootout. That said, it is good news to see the Liverpool captain back fit for the start of the Premier League season as Liverpool will host Bournemouth on Friday at Anfield.
AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE
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AUGUST 10 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM
Recovered from illness Van Dijk (illness) was spotted in team training on Thursday and is expected to be available for the Community Shield on Sunday against Crystal Palace, the club posted.
Impact Van Dijk missed Monday's pre-season friendly against Athletic due to illness but was back in team training on Thursday fully recovered. The captain should be available for the Community Shield on Sunday and return directly to the starting XI. If he is not deemed fit enough for the game, Wataru Endo will likely replace him again in central defense alongside Ibrahima Konate.
AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE
Out with illness Van Dijk missed Monday's friendly with Athletic Club via illness, per manager Arne Slot. "Unfortunately, Virgil is sick today. We miss out on Alisson. [Joe] Gomez is not there, [Co...
Impact Van Dijk missed the friendly, but is expected to be back in time for the community shield and Premier League opener. The defender is crucial to the starting XI and will be a frequent figure in the first team whenever fit.
AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE
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Still elite van Dijk made 37 starts and scored three times with one assist in the Premier League, keeping 14 clean sheets.
Impact van Dijk was brilliant once more in the Premier League, leading Liverpool to a second title. He was the best defender in the league yet again, an imposing presence in the second best defense in the league. Van Dijk is certainly aging, but he's showing little signs of slowing down, remaining active on the ball and shutting down attacks before they even develop.
MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE
Liverpool players raise Premier League trophy in front of Klopp
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Scores in loss van Dijk scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-1 loss to Chelsea. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 51st minute.
Impact van Dijk scored the only Liverpool goal during Sunday's loss. The defender isn't a major offensive contributor, and with the title secured he could be rotated during the closing stages of the Premier League.
MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Alexander-Arnold confirms departure from Liverpool after 20 years amid Real Madrid link
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Chelsea wins and Newcastle draws to tighten top-five race as United loses again in Premier League
The race for Champions League qualification has gotten even tighter in the Premier League after Chelsea beat recently crowned champion Liverpool 3-1 and Newcastle dropped points at...MAY 4 • Associated Press
How Arne Slot guided Liverpool to the Premier League title in his first season
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