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• Fifa condemns Senegal’s actions, Morocco protests, paper predicts sanctions

  19-01-2026 17:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  Fifa condemns Senegal’s actions, Morocco protests, paper predicts sanctionsThe decision to abandon the field during the African Cup of Nations final after a penalty was awarded to Morocco could bring problems for the now two-time African champion Senegal. Gianni Infantino, FIFA president, condemned the action led by coach Pape Thiaw. He demanded a firm response from the Confederation of African Football (CAF), which has already expressed its stance - see both official statements
  
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• Brahim Diaz puts out statement on Morocco penalty miss after criticism from Walid Regragui

  19-01-2026 17:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  Brahim Diaz puts out statement on Morocco penalty miss after criticism from Walid RegraguiReal Madrid star Brahim Diaz has taken to social media to apologise to Morocco fans after his dramatic penalty miss on Sunday night in the final of the African Cup of Nations against Senegal. With seconds remaining, Brahim stepped up to score what would have been the winner from the spot, but Edouard Mendy read his Panenka attempt, and collected the ball with ease.Shortly after, Brahim was withdrawn from th
  
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• Pick of the stats: Southampton v Sheffield United

  19-01-2026 17:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  Southampton and Sheffield United will seek to get back to winning ways as they meet at St Mary's on Wednesday (19:45 GMT).Saints went down 2-1 at home to Hull City on Saturday and are now 15th and winless in seven games, taking just three points and scoring five times in that run.The inconsistent Blades have won three and lost three across their past six games and are one point and two places below their hosts after finishing with nine-men as they went down 1-0 at Charlton on Saturday.Southampto
  
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• 🔝 Mbappé named captain of the EA FC 26 Team of the Year

  19-01-2026 17:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  🔝 Mbappé named captain of the EA FC 26 Team of the YearDespite the difficult times Real Madrid is experiencing, Kylian Mbappé continues to dominate the digital football scene. The Real Madrid star has officially received his awards within the EA FC 26 ecosystem, establishing himself as the most prominent figure in the popular football video game.
  Double award for the FrenchmanMbappé has been honored with two of the most coveted recognitions by the gaming community: h
  
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• The transfer miscalculation that saw Liverpool lose Marc Guehi to Man City

  19-01-2026 17:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  Nothing, it seemed, became Marc Guehi quite like his leaving. On the last day of August, he scored a stunning goal against Aston Villa. This, it seemed, was his parting gift to Crystal Palace. He was off to Liverpool.Except he wasn’t. Four-and-a-half months on, some 27 appearances later, with a different destination and a fee that is £15m less, his departure caused ructions at Palace and may bring regret at Liverpool. Oliver Glasner’s evident unhappiness at the loss of his capt
  
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• 💥Controversy rages on: Morocco to protest Senegal’s withdrawal

  19-01-2026 17:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  💥Controversy rages on: Morocco to protest Senegal’s withdrawalThe Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has officially filed a complaint with CAF and FIFA following the incidents that occurred in the final of AFCON 2026. The Moroccan body is demanding legal action due to Senegal's threat to withdraw just before Brahim Díaz was to take a crucial penalty. According to the statement, this interruption "greatly affected the normal course of the match and the players' perform
  
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• Pick of the stats: Wrexham v Leicester City

  19-01-2026 17:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  Leicester City will seek to end a winless midweek streak dating back to 2024 as they head to Wrexham on Tuesday (20:00 GMT).The Foxes allowed an early lead to slip to a 2-1 defeat at Championship leaders Coventry on Saturday. City's third straight league defeat on the road left them 13th but only six points adrift of the play-off places.The Red Dragons are three places and three points better off, despite seeing a 10-match unbeaten home run ended by a 2-1 defeat to Norwich last time out.Wrexham
  
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• The Black Cats keep bouncing back

  19-01-2026 17:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC]Sunderland's 2-1 win over Crystal Palace was the eighth time the Black Cats have come from behind to get something from a Premier League game this season.And most importantly, the sixth time at their fortress Stadium of Light.Only Aston Villa (18) have won more points from losing positions in the Premier League this season than Sunderland (16) and with 33 points from 22 games, Sunderland are the best promoted side in 16 years.Alex McLeish's Birmingham were the last promoted team to have 33
  
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• Roma and Aston Villa fans react as Malen scores on impressive Serie A debut

  19-01-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Roma and Aston Villa fans react as Malen scores on impressive Serie A debutDonyell Malen scored a goal on his Roma debut against Torino on Sunday, sparking social media reactions from Giallorossi and Aston Villa fans.Dutch striker Malen took just 26 minutes to score his first goal for Roma, and he did so just two days after completing an initial loan move with an option to buy from Aston Villa.Malen’s goal on Roma debutTURIN, ITALY – JANUARY 18: Ardian Ismajli of Torino FC in action
  
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• Frank on having 'limited' players, his position and needing fan support

  19-01-2026 17:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  Spurs boss Thomas Frank has been speaking to the media before Tuesday's Champions League game against Borussia Dortmund at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (kick-off 20:00 GMT).Here are the key lines from his news conference:He said they are "a little bit limited" in who can play because of Spurs' long injury list, with Frank saying there are only 11 first-team players available.Xavi Simons "has a swollen ankle" and he didn't train on Monday, but he will "play through pain" because of a lack of other o
  
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• Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa distances himself from supposed Xabi Alonso request

  19-01-2026 17:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa distances himself from supposed Xabi Alonso requestReal Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has said his side are already on the right track to turning the Bernabeu’s whistles into cheers. The headline from their win over Levante on Saturday was the reaction of the fans to the players, team and president, with all three being whistled.There was some light applause for periods of the second half though, as Los Blancos ran out 2-0 winners. Arbeloa maintained his
  
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• 'Great fit' Matos has 'picked up a lot' from Klopp

  19-01-2026 17:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  Former midfielder Leon Britton won three promotions at Swansea and spent seven seasons playing for the club in the Premier League [Getty Images]Leon Britton has played for 13 Swansea City managers, coached under two and even had a hand in appointing one.There are few people who have a better idea, therefore, of what it takes to be a successful Swansea boss.And while these are early days in the reign of Vitor Matos, Britton has seen encouraging signs."I've been highly impressed," says Britton, wh
  
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• USMNT World Cup roster watch: Patrick Agyemang, Haji Wright break scoring droughts at the right time

  19-01-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  In the months leading to the World Cup, U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino wants to see his players starting regularly for their clubs. He wants them to find their best form and avoid injuries that could threaten their national team status.Furthermore, from his corps of strikers, he wants to see goals.Entering the weekend, U.S. scoring production had grown barren recently — in part because of Ricardo Pepi’s fractured forearm and Josh Sargent’s refusal to play amid transfer desires.
  
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• Brighton winger Osman joins Birmingham City on loan

  19-01-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Ibrahim Osman is yet to make an appearance for Brighton [Getty Images]Birmingham City have signed Brighton and Hove Albion winger Ibrahim Osman on loan until the end of the season.The 21-year-old Ghanaian spent the first half of this season on loan with French top-flight side Auxerre, making 14 appearances in Ligue 1.He becomes the Championship side's third signing of the January transfer window, after the arrivals of Kai Wagner and Jhon Solis.Osman began his career in Ghana before moving to Dan
  
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• Paul Pogba out of Monaco’s Champions League tie against Real Madrid

  19-01-2026 16:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  Paul Pogba out of Monaco’s Champions League tie against Real MadridPaul Pogba has not made the trip to Spain for AS Monaco’s UEFA Champions League tie against Real Madrid. The Frenchman has not played for over a month due to a calf injury. He was not expected to be included in the squad to face Real Madrid on Tuesday and so it has transpired. The Principality club travelled to the Spanish capital on Monday morning ahead of a training session at the Bernabéu at 18:00 local
  
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• Mitchell leaves Hibs to return to Charlton

  19-01-2026 16:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  [SNS]Defender Zach Mitchell has been recalled from his loan at Hibernian by parent club Charlton Athletic.The 21-year-old joined Hibs in September but went on to make just two appearances for the Edinburgh side.Hibs head coach David Gray says the decision to return to Charlton "makes sense" for Mitchell, given his lack of minutes during his loan spell."I'd like to thank Zach for the way he has conducted himself around the club and for all his hard work," said Gray."We've had a lot of competition
  
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• 🚨Official: Manchester City announce Guéhi as new signing

  19-01-2026 16:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  🚨Official: Manchester City announce Guéhi as new signingManchester City has shaken up the winter transfer market by officially signing Marc Guéhi. The English international center-back arrives at the Etihad Stadium on a long-term contract that ties him to the club until the summer of 2031. This addition, along with the arrival of Antoine Semenyo in the same window, represents a strategic move of great impact for the current Premier League champions.
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• Everton learn reasons for failed Keane red card appeal

  19-01-2026 16:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  [Getty Images]Everton manager David Moyes has learned the full written reasons for the failed appeal against Michael Keane's dismissal at home to Wolves.Keane was sent off following a VAR review after pulling the hair of Tolu Arokodare in the 1-1 draw on 7 January.Moyes said he was "angry with the panel" after his attempt to get the red card overturned was rejected. A secondary appeal to get the punishment reduced from the statutory three games was also turned down. The Football Association's re
  
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• What, exactly, does Jurgen Klopp do now?

  19-01-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  What, exactly, does Jurgen Klopp do now?The Future of KloppFor most of the past two decades, the answer to that question was simple. Jürgen Klopp coached football teams. He animated touchlines, turned pressing into performance art, and built emotional connections that lasted longer than results ever do. Mainz, Dortmund, Liverpool — each stop added another layer to a reputation forged from intensity, empathy and belief.And then he stopped.Or, at least, he stopped doing the job everyone
  
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• Report: Brighton star set for Serie A return

  19-01-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report: Brighton star set for Serie A returnFiorentina Sound Out Brighton Defender Diego CoppolaFiorentina are exploring defensive reinforcements and have turned their attention to the Premier League. One name under consideration is Diego Coppola, currently with Brighton & Hove Albion after his move from Hellas Verona, according to Gianlucadimarzio.com.Photo BBCThe interest is described as genuine rather than advanced. Coppola is in his first season in England and is still settling, but his
  
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• Chiesa’s lack of game time gives Juventus hope despite Liverpool’s demands

  19-01-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Chiesa’s lack of game time gives Juventus hope despite Liverpool’s demandsFederico Chiesa has been struggling for playing time even during Mohamed Salah’s absence at Liverpool, so the Italian remains on the Juventus radar despite the Reds’ demands.Juventus continue to monitor Liverpool winger Chiesa, but the Bianconeri are struggling to reach an agreement with the Reds.Chiesa’s Liverpool struggles continueLIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – JANUARY 01: Federico Chiesa of Liv
  
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• 🔥 Juve want Mingueza, Napoli renew, Roma chase Dragusin 🤑

  19-01-2026 16:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  🔥 Juve want Mingueza, Napoli renew, Roma chase Dragusin 🤑The weekend is behind us, but matchday 21 of Serie A concludes this evening with the last two games. Watch all of Serie BKT live on OneFootball for only €9.99 a month. Click here to purchase the LaB Channel Monthly Pass with no automatic renewal.The action on the pitch doesn't slow down the winter transfer dealings, which are heating up as clubs work on both incoming and outgoing moves to finalize some operations.
  
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• How Sadio Mané’s calm saved the Afcon final from absolute chaos

  19-01-2026 16:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  Sadio Mané (centre) celebrates victory after Sunday’s final.Composite: Getty/AFP/Reuters/Guardian Picture DeskSadio Mané has done many great things for Senegal and for Senegalese football, but what he did on Sunday evening, in what he confirmed would be his last Africa Cup of Nations game, was perhaps greater than his winning goal in Wednesday’s semi-final, greater than his penalty to win the World Cup qualifying playoff against Egypt in 2022, greater even than his
  
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• 'I'm incredibly proud to be a Man City player' - Guehi

  19-01-2026 16:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  [Getty Images]Marc Guehi says he is "really happy and incredibly proud to be a Manchester City player" after signing a five-and-a-half-year deal with the club.The 25-year-old defender, who has 26 England caps, has made the £20m switch from Crystal Palace after helping them to their first major trophy, the FA Cup, last season."This move feels like the culmination of all the hard work I have put into my career," Guehi said. "I am now at the best club in England and part of an unbelievable sq
  
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• Glasner 'venturing down the path' of becoming villain

  19-01-2026 16:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC][Getty Images]In the aftermath of the Sunderland match and yet another explosive news conference, my overriding sentiment was that everyone needed to take a collective breath and regain some composure or perspective.Football, as both a fandom and industry, is irrational to its core at the best of times. A multi-billion pound melodrama, centred around 90 minutes of actual action.For those fortunate, or perhaps mad, enough to be travelling the length of the country on a Saturday morning, this
  
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• Why Watford makes sense for Bove and how Calafiori is involved

  19-01-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Why Watford makes sense for Bove and how Calafiori is involvedEdoardo Bove is close to formally completing his transfer to Watford, and will reunite with his close friend and current Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori once the deal goes through. Here is a look back at their friendship and the role that Calafiori has had to play in Bove’s move to England.According to reports from various outlets in Italy and the UK, Bove is having his medical with Watford on Monday ahead of a move to Vicar
  
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• Is Klopp cocktail adding to fan frustration?

  19-01-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC]Roy Hodgson's troubled spell in charge of Liverpool is - rightly or wrongly - often held up by fans as an example of dark times at Anfield.Such is the lasting memory of his tenure, fans have at times this season used the spell to offer context to others on social media. When supporters have criticised Arne Slot on social platforms, some have been quick to tell them they would have struggled to survive the Hodgson era if they are indeed troubled by the form of a side and manager who claimed
  
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• Exclusive: Barcelona confident club captain will stay at club until the end of new contract

  19-01-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Exclusive: Barcelona confident club captain will stay at club until the end of new contractFrenkie de Jong is currently in his seventh season at FC Barcelona. Having arrived at the club back in 2019 from AFC Ajax for a significant fee, the Dutchman, for long, divided opinions among the fanbase.There was also tension between the Barça board and the player owing to his high salary, which led to leaks of his contract details and attempts at sale.However, things have settled down over the pas
  
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• Man City sign Guehi from Palace - what will he bring?

  19-01-2026 16:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester City have completed the signing of Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi for £20m.The England defender, who has been linked with some of Europe's top clubs, almost joined Liverpool last summer, and was out of contract at the end of this season.Guehi had a medical on Sunday after agreeing personal terms with City and has signed a five-and-a-half-year contract.The Chelsea academy product has played 188 times for Palace since joining from Swansea in 2021, with 33 of his appearances com
  
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• Italy World Cup winner: Juventus need a new striker, Openda and David ‘not ideal’

  19-01-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Italy World Cup winner: Juventus need a new striker, Openda and David ‘not ideal’Italy World Cup winner Francesco Graziani urges Juventus to sign a new striker in the January transfer window as Lois Openda and Jonathan David are ‘not ideal.’Former Italy striker Graziani, a 1982 Italy World Cup winner, feels Juventus must sign a new centre-forward this month.David and Openda’s stats this seasonTURIN, ITALY – JANUARY 12: Jonathan David of Juventus FC celebrates
  
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• Romelu Lukaku returns to Napoli training ahead of Champions League clash against Copenhagen

  19-01-2026 16:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  Romelu Lukaku returns to Napoli training ahead of Champions League clash against CopenhagenRomelu Lukaku has handed Napoli a major boost by returning to full team training just days before their crucial UEFA Champions League clash away to FC Copenhagen.Lukaku suffered a high‑grade muscle injury during a pre-season friendly against Olympiacos on August 14, which forced him to miss the entire first half of the campaign. His absence prompted Napoli to sign Rasmus Hojlund.After a lengthy spell
  
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• Reading 'have to react' after loss - Marriott

  19-01-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Jack Marriott has scored nine league goals for Reading this season[Rex Features]Reading striker Jack Marriott said his side "have to react" after losing to Leyton Orient on Saturday. The 3-1 away defeat was Reading's first loss after a run of five games unbeaten, four of which they won. This run had seen Leam Richardson's side climb from 18th in the table to ninth, but Saturday's result saw them drop down to 11th with a four-point gap between them and the play-offs. "The bar we have set across r
  
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• Marc Guehi outlines motivation behind joining Man City after completing £20m transfer

  19-01-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester City have clinched the signing of Marc Guehi for £20m.The Crystal Palace captain, who almost joined Liverpool in the summer before a deadline-day move broke down, has agreed a five-and-a-half year deal at the Etihad Stadium after passing a medical. Guehi takes City’s spending since the start of 2025 to around £430m, and he would have been available on a free transfer when his Palace contract was due to expire in the summer.But City, who had seen the England internati
  
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• Manchester City confirm signing of Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace

  19-01-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester City confirm signing of Marc Guehi from Crystal PalaceManchester City have announced the signing of Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace on a five-and-a-half year deal for an initial fee of £20 million.The 25-year-old is widely regarded as one of England’s best defenders and bolsters a depleted Manchester City backline as Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol and John Stones remain on the sidelines with respective injury problems.Guehi has enjoyed a series of standout campaigns under Olive
  
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• Man City confirm signing of Marc Guéhi

  19-01-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Man City confirm signing of Marc GuéhiMan City have completed the signing of Marc Guéhi for a reported £20m fee from Crystal Palace.The England international joins the Citizens on a five-and-a-half-year contract.The Citizens completed Guéhi's signing following months of speculation over the defender's future and after links to several teams across Europe. Guéhi was set to complete a £35m move to Liverpool in the summer before the transfer fell th
  
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• 🚨 BREAKING: Man City confirm signing of Marc Guéhi

  19-01-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  🚨 BREAKING: Man City confirm signing of Marc GuéhiMan City have completed the signing of Marc Guéhi for a reported £20m fee from Crystal Palace.The England international joins the Citizens on a five-and-a-half-year contract.The Citizens completed Guéhi's signing following months of speculation over the defender's future and after links to several teams across Europe. Guéhi was set to complete a £35m move to Liverpool in the summer before
  
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• Is Slot struggling under the weight of Klopp's legacy?

  19-01-2026 16:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC]Roy Hodgson's troubled spell in charge of Liverpool is - rightly or wrongly - often held up by fans as an example of dark times at Anfield.Such is the lasting memory of his tenure, fans have at times this season used the spell to offer context to others on social media. When supporters have criticised Arne Slot on social platforms, some have been quick to tell them they would have struggled to survive the Hodgson era if they are indeed troubled by the form of a side and manager who claimed
  
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• 🥺 My heart aches: Brahim Díaz issues an apology

  19-01-2026 16:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  🥺 My heart aches: Brahim Díaz issues an apologyWithout a doubt, yesterday was one of the most difficult days in the life of the Real Madrid player.
  The forward missed a penalty just minutes before the end of the Africa Cup against Senegal and was even accused by Moroccans of doing it on purpose.""This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.📸 ABDEL MAJID BZIOUAT
  
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• Mystery lingers around Alvaro Arbeloa’s contract length at Real Madrid

  19-01-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Mystery lingers around Alvaro Arbeloa’s contract length at Real MadridLast Monday was one filled with shake-ups at Real Madrid, as the club opted to dismiss Xabi Alonso as manager and replace him with Alvaro Arbeloa.The 43-year-old former defender had been in charge of the Castilla team this season and was handed the keys to the first team by Florentino Perez & co. In the official announcement of Arbeloa’s appointment, however, there was no mention of the length of his contract.N
  
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• Inter boss Cristian Chivu hails Mikel Arteta ahead of Champions League tie against Arsenal

  19-01-2026 16:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  Inter boss Cristian Chivu hails Mikel Arteta ahead of Champions League tie against ArsenalInter manager Cristian Chivu has expressed his immense respect for Mikel Arteta ahead of the Nerazzurri’s crucial Champions League clash with Arsenal on Tuesday, admitting he views the Spaniard as a figure to learn from.In his pre-match press conference, as reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, Chivu was full of praise for his counterpart and the identity he has instilled in the North London club.&ldqu
  
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• Barry-Murphy keen to add full-back options

  19-01-2026 16:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  [Huw Evans Agency]Cardiff City's "exciting" victory over Bradford on Saturday that helped extend their lead at the top of the League One summit came with one concern, as Perry Ng was withdrawn at half-time with a suspected ankle issue.Bluebirds boss Brian Barry Murphy said the defender "didn't seem totally comfortable", prompting a reshuffle that saw Joel Colwill step in as a makeshift right-back with Ronan Kpakio sidelined by a knee injury."With Ronan missing, we were a little bit stressed," Ba
  
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• Arteta recalls 2 fringe players to his squad for Inter Milan clash

  19-01-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Arteta recalls 2 fringe players to his squad for Inter Milan clashChristian Norgaard and Ethan Nwaneri have returned to the travelling Arsenal squad for Tuesday’s match against Inter Milan, but three other players remain absent.Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty ImagesArsenal trained in front of the media on Monday before their flight to Italy, and only three players were missing from the session.Piero Hincapie, Riccardo Calafiori, and Max Dowman all remain absent, but they’re the only thr
  
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• 'Rohl carries himself like a Rangers manager should'

  19-01-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  [SNS]Danny Rohl has re-energised Ibrox by instilling a winning mentality while "carrying himself like a Rangers manager should", says former midfielder Charlie Adam.The former Sheffield Wednesday boss took over the Govan club during a period of turmoil following Russell Martin's calamitous tenure.With 11 wins in 14 league games, the German coach has dragged the Ibrox side back into contention for the Scottish Premiership title.Former Rangers player Adam says Rohl has not won matches by playing t
  
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• Pick of the stats: Swansea City v Blackburn Rovers

  19-01-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC]Blackburn Rovers will look to get out of striking distance of the bottom three as they visit Swansea City on Tuesday (19:45 GMT).Rovers have not won in five straight league games (D3 L2) to see themselves just one point above the relegation zone.But Swansea are only six points clear and will want to increase that distance with a victory on home soil.This will be the 50th league meeting between Swansea and Blackburn Rovers, with the Swans looking to win three in a row against Rovers for the
  
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• After loan spells with Bolton Wanderers and a move to PAOK, former Manchester United academy talent Shola Shoretire is sparkling with PEC Zwolle

  19-01-2026 16:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  After loan spells with Bolton Wanderers and a move to PAOK, former Manchester United academy talent Shola Shoretire is sparkling with PEC ZwolleShola Shoretire has certainly enjoyed the return of the Eredivisie. Prior to the restart of the Dutch top flight, the winger had two goals and one assist in 16 games for PEC Zwolle. Fast forward a week or so, and Shoretire has now moved on to five goals in 18 games. Three of these have come in the past two matches, with a fantastic brace against AZ in a
  
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• Napoli and Juventus going head to head for Morocco’s Youssef En-Nesyri

  19-01-2026 16:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  Napoli and Juventus going head to head for Morocco’s Youssef En-NesyriJuventus and Napoli are locked in a head-to-head battle for Fenerbahce striker Youssef En-Nesyri, with both clubs exploring a loan deal for the Moroccan international.According to Gianluca Di Marzio, the race has intensified now that the Africa Cup of Nations has concluded. While Napoli had made the first concrete moves in recent days, Juventus are now prepared to push forward decisively.The Bianconeri’s accelerati
  
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• Akanji: I didn’t consider Man City return, Arsenal ‘not the very best’

  19-01-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Akanji: I didn’t consider Man City return, Arsenal ‘not the very best’Manuel Akanji says there’s ‘no possibility’ for him to return to Manchester City in the January window and is ‘ready’ to face Arsenal in the Champions League tomorrow: ‘A top side, but not the very best.’Akanji previewed tomorrow’s Champions League match between Inter and Arsenal at a press conference on Monday.The Dutch defender joined Manchester City on loan w
  
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• Tottenham's Davies to have surgery on broken ankle

  19-01-2026 15:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  Ben Davies was replaced by Djed Spence after 19 minutes against West Ham [Getty Images]Tottenham defender Ben Davies will have an operation on a broken ankle which could rule him out of Wales' World Cup play-off.The 32-year-old was given oxygen before being carried off on a stretcher after 19 minutes of Saturday's 2-1 Premier League defeat by West Ham."We can confirm that Ben Davies will undergo surgery today for a fracture of his left ankle," read a Spurs statement.Tottenham did not give a time
  
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• Barcelona’s defeat to Real Sociedad ‘widely celebrated’ at Real Madrid – report

  19-01-2026 15:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona’s defeat to Real Sociedad ‘widely celebrated’ at Real Madrid – reportStarting with the disappointment of the Spanish Super Cup final loss to Barcelona to the surprise sacking of Xabi Alonso and Alvaro Arbeloa’s appointment, the past week was a tumultuous one at Real Madrid.The shock loss to Albacete in the Copa del Rey in the new manager’s first game only piled on the misery, leading to talks of a crisis at the club. However, the manner in which the
  
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• Does Rosenior have plans to bring youth players into first team?

  19-01-2026 15:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC][Getty Images]Liam Rosenior's appointment as head coach is likely to lift morale in the academy, particularly after he named under-21s coach Calum McFarlane as one of his assistants.Many Chelsea fans have been wondering if Rosenior has plans to integrate any youth-team players into the first team, which has been the subject of several questions sent in via our 'Ask about Chelsea' form.We have already seen academy striker Shim Mheuka feature under him. Opportunities had been limited under En
  
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