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• 📋 Cruzeiro and Atlético named for 1st Copa do Brasil decider

  26-08-2026 01:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Cruzeiro and Atlético named for 1st Copa do Brasil deciderIt’s about to begin!Cruzeiro and Atlético are set for the first leg of the Copa do Brasil quarter-finals.The ball starts rolling at 9pm (Brasília time) in a packed Mineirão.Flávio Rodrigues de Souza (SP) will be the referee.SporTV and Premiere will broadcast it.
  History in the Copa do Brasil 🇧🇷This will be the fourth edition featuring the Minas Gerais derby.They first met
  
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• Liverpool star to be given fresh opportunity to save his career

  02-10-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star to be given fresh opportunity to save his careerLiverpool have a lot of players at their disposal. Whether they come from the academy, have been around Anfield for a few years or, have just recently been brought in, each player has a role to play in the squad.Indeed, some players are often favoured over others but, when those who don't play all that often are called upon, they're expected to have a decent impact.Most of the time, they make a good name for themselves but, every now
  
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• Hansi Flick ready to give Barcelona youngster bigger role after first senior goal

  02-10-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick ready to give Barcelona youngster bigger role after first senior goalBarcelona are preparing to gradually increase Hamza Abdelkarim’s involvement in the first team, with the club convinced that the Egyptian striker’s development is moving in the right direction.According to SPORT, Barcelona do not want to rush the 19-year-old despite his limited minutes so far. Instead, the plan is to introduce him carefully while giving him greater responsibility as the season progr
  
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• Tardelli: ‘Italy need Tonali in midfield’ and reflects on 1982 World Cup

  02-10-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tardelli: ‘Italy need Tonali in midfield’ and reflects on 1982 World CupMarco Tardelli believes Italy are beginning to find their way out of the hole they have dug for themselves, and singled out one midfielder in particular.Speaking at the Festival dello Sport in Trento, with quotes via TuttoMercatoWeb, the 1982 World Cup winner was asked about the current crop in the middle of the park.“They are players with a certain personality,” Tardelli said. “Tonali has what&
  
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• Manchester City will enter the fire and they have the players to thrive in the inferno

  02-10-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City will enter the fire and they have the players to thrive in the infernoManchester City are facing the fury of the football world at the moment. The verdict of the 115-case has sparked an outroar the likes of which hasn’t been seen for some time in football, be it in England or around the globe. However, despite the ongoing case, upcoming appeal and what comes next, Enzo Maresca’s side will return to action next Sunday. City will take on Liverpool at Anfield in their si
  
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• Hatters boss Wilshere goes 'full-circle'

  02-10-2026 10:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In this week's edition ofThe Football Interview, Kelly Somers meets Luton Town manager Jack Wilshere. They speak about the 34-year-old's years at Arsenal and his journey into coaching, which has taken him to Kenilworth Road and which he describes as a "full-circle moment".They also discuss why he did not sign for Luton as a player under Nathan Jones, his relationship with Gunners boss Mikel Arteta and how Jack's own children have begun their own footballing journey.Click here for more episodes o
  
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• Real Madrid face growing competition from Barcelona and Inter for Bundesliga defensive target

  02-10-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid face growing competition from Barcelona and Inter for Bundesliga defensive targetReal Madrid are not alone in their interest in Finn Jeltsch, with Barcelona and Inter Milan stepping up their pursuit of the highly rated Stuttgart centre-back.According to Sky Germany, scouts representing Barça and Inter attended Stuttgart’s recent Champions League meeting with Viking Stavanger specifically to watch the 20-year-old.Several major Premier League clubs are also said to be moni
  
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• Greece update gives latest on Arsenal’s Tzolis after injury sub

  02-10-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Greece update gives latest on Arsenal’s Tzolis after injury subGreece manager Ivan Jovanovic has played down concerns of a serious injury to Arsenal winger Christos Tzolis, suggesting the winger didn’t even want to come off.Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty ImagesArsenal fan concerns were raised on Thursday night as Christos Tzolis appeared to suffer a hamstring injury, coming off after just 18 minutes of Greece’s match against the Netherlands.Yet the player was shown running off the p
  
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• Scouts from Barcelona and Inter Milan watch Finn Jeltsch

  02-10-2026 10:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scouts from Barcelona and Inter Milan watch Finn JeltschFinn Jeltsch has been ever-present for VfB Stuttgart in 2026/27, after establishing himself in Sebastian Hoeneß’s squad last season. As such, the German youth international has naturally attracted attention from Europe’s biggest clubs.According to a report by Sky Germany, scouts from both Barcelona and Inter Milan were in attendance at the UEFA Champions League match between Stuttgart and Norwegian outfit Viking last month
  
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• Sky: Vergara could be handed Italy debut, Di Lorenzo on the bench against France

  02-10-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sky: Vergara could be handed Italy debut, Di Lorenzo on the bench against FranceAntonio Vergara is in line for his first Italy cap in Paris, with Giovanni Di Lorenzo set to start on the bench.According to Sky Sport Italia, via AreaNapoli, the Napoli midfielder could start on the right of a front three as Roberto Mancini juggles his options with Moise Kean’s fitness in doubt.MUNICH, GERMANY – JULY 02: Jeremy Doku of Belgium is challenged by Giovanni Di Lorenzo of Italy during the UEFA
  
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• Manchester City held to draw in Champions League clash with Real Madrid

  02-10-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City held to draw in Champions League clash with Real MadridManchester City were made to settle for a share of the spoils as they drew 1-1 with Real Madrid last night.UEFA Women’s Champions League football returned to The Joie Stadium for the first time since 2024/2025 but The Cityzens were unable to cap the occasion with three points.Real Madrid created the first chance of the game as Carlotta Wamser lost the ball to Felicia Schröder, but her shot went wide. Athenea del Ca
  
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• Lyon’s Moussa Niakhaté withdraws from Senegal squad

  02-10-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lyon’s Moussa Niakhaté withdraws from Senegal squadMoussa Niakhaté (30) has been forced to withdraw from the Senegal squad for the current international break, as confirmed by the federation on Thursday evening. The defender has returned to his club, Olympique Lyonnais, it was confirmed. Niakhaté is a key member of the Lyon team. Despite the club competing on multiple fronts this season, the Senegalese defender is one of the players who is rarely rested. Already this s
  
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• Celtic’s Mika Baur becomes Germany’s 1,000th international

  02-10-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic’s Mika Baur becomes Germany’s 1,000th internationalIn making his Germany debut against Serbia, Celtic’s Mika Baur became the 1,000th player to represent the German national team. Speaking to ZDF post-match, the 22-year-old reflected on his maiden cap.“It still felt surreal even after the final whistle,” he said. “My pulse was high, but then it was fine as soon as I stepped onto the pitch.” Reflecting on the team’s 2-0 victory over Serbia, Ba
  
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• Barcelona vs Real Madrid new signings: Analysing how the two clubs’ summer arrivals have performed

  02-10-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona vs Real Madrid new signings: Analysing how the two clubs’ summer arrivals have performedBarcelona and Real Madrid entered the summer transfer window with similar intentions: strengthen their squads in key areas and add players capable of making an immediate impact.Both clubs eventually completed six senior signings, but the early returns have been markedly different. After eight games, Barcelona remain unbeaten with eight wins and 36 goals, while several of Hansi Flick&rsquo
  
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• Are England fans allowed to attend the Nations League match in Croatia?

  02-10-2026 10:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Three Lions’ Nations League away fixture against Croatia is set to take place behind closed doors this weekend, as the host nation serves a two-game punishment stemming from crowd trouble last year. Croatia was hit with a substantial fine and ordered to play their subsequent home game behind closed doors, alongside their next away match without travelling fans. These sanctions followed incidents during their Nations League quarter-final against France last year.Following the Nations Le
  
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• 'Hitchy is always with us' - the keeper who died after one-punch attack

  02-10-2026 10:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  James pictured with his baby boy, Freddie, at Barton Town in 2024 [April Hitchcock]"Even now, more than 18 months on, it has still not fully sunk in. I see little Freddie growing up and it hits me so hard."Chris Hitchcock is talking about the loss of his son James, a goalkeeper for non-league Barton Town, who died after a single punch to the head in an unprovoked attack.James, a popular team-mate known as 'Hitchy' to family and friends, was killed in December 2024, just before he was about to sp
  
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• Former Atletico Madrid coach questions Mbappe’s leadership credentials at Real Madrid: ‘Never fits into the team’

  02-10-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Atletico Madrid coach questions Mbappe’s leadership credentials at Real Madrid: ‘Never fits into the team’Former Atletico Madrid coach German Burgos has questioned whether Kylian Mbappe possesses the qualities needed to be a true leader, while acknowledging the Real Madrid forward’s individual superiority over Vinicius Jr..Speaking on Iker Casillas’ YouTube channel, Burgos focused on what he sees as a difference between Mbappe’s individual influence and
  
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• Barcelona wanted to sign Manchester City star Josko Gvardiol

  02-10-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona wanted to sign Manchester City star Josko GvardiolBarcelona explored a move to sign Josko Gvardiol from Manchester City this summer, per Mondo Deportivo.The Blaugrana identified the 24-year-old as an ideal signing to strengthen their backline.Barcelona were particularly attracted by his ability to play both as a centre-back and a left-back.They also admired his physicality, defensive resilience and composure when bringing the ball out from the back.However, Gvardiol had no desire to le
  
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• Roma score 9 more goals, record 33 more shots than last year

  02-10-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma score 9 more goals, record 33 more shots than last yearRoma is increasingly in Gian Piero Gasperini’s image. They’ve started the season on a high note, with four wins and a draw in their first five league games. After a year of running in at a high level, the difference from last season is clear. The Grugliasco-born coach has refined certain mechanisms that are working wonderfully, allowing the Roman side to score 14 goals, bettered only by Inter. Analyzing their start to last s
  
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• Desailly backs Italy coach Mancini: ‘There’s nobody better to get through this crisis’

  02-10-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Desailly backs Italy coach Mancini: ‘There’s nobody better to get through this crisis’Marcel Desailly believes Italy’s rebuild is heading in the right direction, but warned that patience alone will not close the gap on the nations above them.Speaking to Corriere dello Sport, with quotes via TuttoMercatoWeb, ahead of Friday’s meeting in Paris, the former France and Milan defender was blunt about the disparity in resources.“We have three national teams. France A
  
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• UEFA confirms Real Madrid complaint as Negreira probe continues

  02-10-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA confirms Real Madrid complaint as Negreira probe continuesReal Madrid have urged UEFA to bring its continuing Negreira investigation to a conclusion with urgency, after European football’s governing body confirmed it had received the club’s complaint. Managing Madrid reported the response on Thursday, October 1, 2026, reproducing a statement published by the club.UEFA’s confirmation concerned both receipt of Madrid’s complaint and the continuation of an investigation
  
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• PSG’s Senny Mayulu out for several weeks

  02-10-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG’s Senny Mayulu out for several weeksSenny Mayulu (20) will miss several weeks of action, Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed. The player sustained an injury while on France U21 duty earlier this week.Mayulu was forced off just before half-time of Les Bleuets’ 2-0 win over Estonia earlier this week. Speaking post-match, Gérald Baticle said that the PSG academy product was suffering from pain in his left thigh. His substitution was a precaution, with no risks taken. The midfi
  
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• Barcelona stars shine on international duty as Raphinha injury remains only concern

  02-10-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona stars shine on international duty as Raphinha injury remains only concernBarcelona have received another encouraging sign during the international break, with several of Hansi Flick’s key players returning to their national teams in strong form.The biggest concern remains Raphinha’s right-thigh problem, but the overall picture is positive. As such, the likes of Lamine Yamal, Anthony Gordon and several other Barcelona players have contributed goals or assists, while the
  
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• Pro-Palestine protests interrupt Ireland draw with Austria

  02-10-2026 09:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Republic of Ireland’s Nations League match with Austria was twice interrupted by pro-Palestine protestors on Thursday evening following the controversial decision to play against Israel during this international camp. Ireland’s players held a meeting last week and voted in favour of playing the scheduled matches against Israel despite opposition from supporters in Ireland who are against the conflict between Israel and Palestine in Gaza. They defeated Israel 3-0 last Sunday (Sept
  
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• Report: Former Liverpool star wanted by Real Madrid

  02-10-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Former Liverpool star wanted by Real MadridReal Madrid Tracking Jarell Quansah as Liverpool Face Major 2027 DecisionReal Madrid are showing serious interest in Jarell Quansah, according to Bild, with the Bayer Leverkusen defender emerging as one of the most closely watched young defenders in Europe. For Liverpool, this is the sort of update that will inevitably sharpen focus on a deal that may yet come back into view.Quansah, now 23, joined Leverkusen after the 2025 Under-21 European Cha
  
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• Real Madrid forward Carlos Espi makes Spain U21 history with five-goal masterclass: ‘A special night’

  02-10-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid forward Carlos Espi makes Spain U21 history with five-goal masterclass: ‘A special night’Carlos Espi has delivered another emphatic reminder of his goalscoring instincts, with the Real Madrid striker making history during Spain Under-21s’ extraordinary 13-0 victory over San Marino.Espi became the first player in Spain Under-21 history to score five goals in a single match.Remarkably, it was only his second appearance at this level and his first start, while he also
  
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• Ousmane Dembele reflects on Barcelona spell and reveals what Messi meant to him: ‘Saw some exceptional top players’

  02-10-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ousmane Dembele reflects on Barcelona spell and reveals what Messi meant to him: ‘Saw some exceptional top players’Ousmane Dembele has looked back on his Barcelona career with gratitude, with Lionel Messi standing out as one of the biggest influences on his time at the club.The Paris Saint-Germain forward arrived at Camp Nou in 2017 with enormous expectations after Barcelona paid €105 million to Borussia Dortmund for the 20-year-old, who was brought in following Neymar’s d
  
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• Julian Ward wanted £130m star for just £50m; Liverpool said no

  02-10-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Julian Ward wanted £130m star for just £50m; Liverpool said noLiverpool sporting director Julian Ward was eager to sign a £130m player for a mere fraction of that. The Reds said no.Julian Ward is back in as Liverpool sporting director. He replaces Richard Hughes, who replaced Jorg Schmadtke, who replaced... Julian Ward.Ward had stepped down back in 2023, believing he wasn’t on the same page as Jurgen Klopp. Klopp (rightly) wielded a lot of power at the club, which natural
  
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• Florian Wirtz sends telling message to Liverpool teammates after Germany display

  02-10-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Florian Wirtz sends telling message to Liverpool teammates after Germany displayFlorian Wirtz delivered a superb display as Germany secured a 2-0 win over Serbia in the UEFA Nations League on Thursday giving Jurgen Klopp his first victory as Germany head coach.Wirtz played a key role in the opening goal, striking the woodwork. The rebound fell to Tom Bischof, who drilled the ball into the roof of the net.The 23-year-old sealed the victory in the second half, drilling the ball into the bottom cor
  
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• 'You could be legends' - inside unfancied Wakefield's rapid ascent

  02-10-2026 09:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There is a moment in the 1939 film 'The Wizard of Oz' where Dorothy swaps her monochrome world for glorious, eye-opening technicolour the minute she touches down in the Land of Oz.The same could be said for the moment, should it happen, that Wakefield Trinity get their hands on the Super League trophy this Saturday after the Grand Final against Warrington Wolves.Metaphorically of course, but the achievements of that great club are still currently only to be seen in those black and white hues and
  
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