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• ☕️🥐 FC Breakfast: legendary record 🔥, CR7 in pursuit 💥

  22-08-2026 09:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ☕️🥐 FC Breakfast: legendary record 🔥, CR7 in pursuit 💥Unbeatable record 🤯Johor Darul Ta’zim FC has just set a new world record in men’s football by going unbeaten in 109 consecutive league matches!An absolutely legendary run that began in 2021 and allows the Malaysian club to surpass the previous record held since 1994 by Ivorian club ASEC Mimosas.Johor Darul Ta’zim also dominates the domestic league, having won the Malaysian Super L
  
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• How to watch Hull vs Manchester United: TV channel and live streaming details

  22-08-2026 10:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How to watch Hull vs Manchester United: TV channel and live streaming detailsHull City vs Manchester United: Premier League return sets up stern test at MKM StadiumHull City are back in the Premier League and the welcome party could hardly be tougher. After nine long seasons away from the top flight, the Tigers begin again at the MKM Stadium with Manchester United arriving, full of ambition and carrying the weight of expectation.Hull earned promotion in dramatic fashion by beating Middlesbrough
  
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• Barcelona see 18-year-old talent as ‘real option’ in first-team dynamics

  22-08-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona see 18-year-old talent as ‘real option’ in first-team dynamicsBarcelona have begun to place genuine trust in Hamza Abdelkarim as a first-team striker option after the Egyptian teenager produced four goals in just 241 minutes during pre-season.The 18-year-old played in every friendly under Hansi Flick, chose to prioritise Barcelona’s preparations over his holiday and used the opportunity to force his way beyond the youth setup. SPORT now indicates that the club se
  
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• Roma vs Fiorentina: Mora nears debut, Soulé on the bench

  22-08-2026 10:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma vs Fiorentina: Mora nears debut, Soulé on the benchRoma will host Fiorentina at the Stadio Olimpico on Monday at 8:45 PM for the first matchday of the season. Gian Piero Gasperini will also be able to rely on his four summer signings: Castro, Mora, Molina, and Koulierakis. The Grugliasco-born coach has also recovered Wesley, who trained with the group yesterday, and Pisilli. The Brazilian winger has overcome his ankle problem and will be fully available to the coach. On the right fla
  
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• Transfer fee revealed as Juventus agree to send Di Gregorio to Bournemouth

  22-08-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Transfer fee revealed as Juventus agree to send Di Gregorio to BournemouthMultiple sources in Italy confirm that Michele Di Gregorio’s move to Bournemouth from Juventus is a loan deal, with an option to buy for €14m.Juventus and Bournemouth have reached an agreement for Italian goalkeeper Di Gregorio.Juventus send Di Gregorio to BournemouthLECCE, ITALY – MAY 09: Michele Di Gregorio of Juventus FC during the Serie A match between US Lecce and Juventus FC at Stadio Via del Mare on
  
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• Real Madrid playmaker has Mourinho and board’s backing despite fierce competition

  22-08-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid playmaker has Mourinho and board’s backing despite fierce competitionReal Madrid have a problem of plenty in attack, with Jose Mourinho facing a major selection dilemma on a game-to-game basis.The likes of Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham are the first names written on the team sheet.Also, the price that Madrid paid for Yan Diomande this summer suggests he is going to be a guaranteed starter for Jose.Now, according to Mario Cortegana of The Athletic, Arda Gule
  
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• Luis Henrique not a priority for Roma

  22-08-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luis Henrique not a priority for RomaRoma will return to the pitch in two days to play their first Serie A matchday at the Stadio Olimpico against Fiorentina. Gian Piero Gasperini will be able to count on four new players: Castro, Mora, Molina, and Koulierakis. The Portuguese attacking midfielder and the Argentine winger could start, while the other two will likely have the option to come on during the match. Meanwhile, the final days of the transfer window are heating up, with players closing i
  
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• Arteta explains why Arsenal’s win v Coventry impressed him so much

  22-08-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arteta explains why Arsenal’s win v Coventry impressed him so muchThe Arsenal manager praised his team’s growing chemistry after the win over Coventry City, while also delivering updates on Bruno Guimaraes, Ezri Konsa and Christos Tzolis.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesMikel Arteta hailed Arsenal’s opening-night display after the champions began their Premier League title defence with a commanding 3-0 victory over Coventry City, praising the team’s growing underst
  
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• Messi fined for slapping opponent in MLS game

  22-08-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Quinn Sullivan and Lionel Messi clashed repeatedly in their side's game on Wednesday [Reuters]Inter Miami's Lionel Messi has been fined for slapping Philadelphia Union's Quinn Sullivan during their side's Major League Soccer (MLS) 2-2 draw on Wednesday.Messi, 39, slapped Sullivan around the back of the head towards the end of the game as he complained the Union player had elbowed him after he played the ball.Sullivan reacted angerily to the slap, but the referee quickly intervened.The MLS confir
  
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• El Aynaoui and Ziolkowski draw interest in Saudi Pro League

  22-08-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  El Aynaoui and Ziolkowski draw interest in Saudi Pro LeagueTo continue strengthening their attack, Roma needs to make some sales. Gian Piero Gasperini expects two more signings: a right-footed left winger and an alternative to Wesley on the same flank. The message from the owners has been clear: to complete further deals to improve the attack, they need to raise money. With whom? Keep an eye on the positions of El Aynaoui and Ziolkowski. Both players are popular in Saudi Arabia, a transfer that
  
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• Confirmed: Roma submit first offer for Oosterwolde

  22-08-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Roma submit first offer for OosterwoldeRoma continues to evaluate several players to complete Gian Piero Gasperini’s squad. Among the names still on the Giallorossi management’s list is Jayden Oosterwolde, a 2001-born Dutch defender currently playing for Fenerbahçe.According to Turkish journalist Yağız Sabuncuoğlu, the Giallorossi have submitted an offer to Fenerbahçe for the Dutch defender. The expected deal is a loan with an option to purchas
  
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• Report: Liverpool make contact over move for Real Madrid star

  22-08-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool make contact over move for Real Madrid starLiverpool Transfer News: Endrick Enquiry Reveals Reds’ AmbitionLiverpool’s search for attacking reinforcements has taken another intriguing turn after the club made an enquiry over the availability of Real Madrid forward Endrick.Paul Joyce of The Times reports that Liverpool asked Real Madrid about the Brazilian, whose opportunities at the Bernabeu could become increasingly restricted following Yan Diomande’s £1
  
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• Report: Liverpool interested in move for Real Madrid star

  22-08-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool interested in move for Real Madrid starLiverpool Transfer News: Reds Make Endrick Enquiry as Real Madrid RespondLiverpool have made an enquiry over the availability of Real Madrid forward Endrick as Andoni Iraola looks to strengthen his attacking options before the summer transfer window closes.Paul Joyce of The Times reports that Liverpool have asked about the Brazilian international, whose prospects of regular football at the Bernabeu have been affected by Real Madrid’s
  
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• Espanyol star admits facing Mbappe feels surreal ahead of Real Madrid clash: ‘Used to play with him on PlayStation’

  22-08-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Espanyol star admits facing Mbappe feels surreal ahead of Real Madrid clash: ‘Used to play with him on PlayStation’Alex Calatrava is preparing for one of the biggest matches of his career, with the Espanyol midfielder set to face Real Madrid.The 26-year-old made his La Liga debut just a few days ago and has now reflected on how far his career has come.In an interview with AS, Calatrava admitted that lining up against Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe on the same pitch feels almost
  
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• The ex-Blackburn winger facing Mourinho and Madrid

  22-08-2026 09:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dolan played 38 games for Espanyol last season across La Liga and the Copa del Rey [Getty Images]Tyrhys Dolan, who played for Blackburn Rovers for five years before joining Espanyol last summer, says he is ready to take on one of the biggest tests of hiscareer when Real Madrid visit the RCDE Stadium on Saturday (20:30 BST).The Manchester-born winger began his second season in Spain in impressive fashion, scoring in Espanyol's 3-0 victory over Levante on the opening weekend.Now he faces a very di
  
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• Journalist drops major Julian Alvarez Barcelona verdict: ‘Don’t think he will stay at Atletico’

  22-08-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist drops major Julian Alvarez Barcelona verdict: ‘Don’t think he will stay at Atletico’Julian Alvarez’s future at Atletico Madrid continues to dominate Barcelona transfer news, and Argentine journalist Gaston Edul has now delivered a strong assessment of where the situation could be heading.According to Edul, the current tension between Alvarez, his representatives and Atletico’s hierarchy is unlikely to disappear easily. More importantly for Barcelona,
  
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• Is Brentford v Tottenham on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Premier League match

  22-08-2026 09:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur have caught the attention of the rest of the Premier League with their lavish outlay this summer and travel across London to Brentford to kick off their campaign. Spurs will field some new faces, including Marcos Senesi, Jan Paul van Hecke, Andy Robertson, Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, while their spending is rocketing towards £400m after agreeing a deal to sign Savinho for £85m and the Brazilian’s Man City teammate Omar Marmoush is also a target.The Bee
  
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• Is Hull vs Manchester United on TV? Time, channel and how to watch Premier League clash

  22-08-2026 09:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United begin their 2026/27 Premier League campaign with a trip across the country to take on Hull City. Michael Carrick starts his first full season as manager having impressed during his interim tenure last season. A mixed pre-season campaign has seen the squad come through it relatively unscathed with only Mason Mount suffering a significant injury which is likely to keep him on the sidelines. United have also replaced Casemiro with midfield reinforcements Andrey Santos and Youri Ti
  
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• Today’s Papers – Serie A is back, everyone chasing Inter

  22-08-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers – Serie A is back, everyone chasing InterLa Gazzetta dello SportWe are backThe season begins, chasing the favourite InterThe defending champions debut at a sold-out San Siro, then Allegri’s Napoli, Roma and Como to stay at the top; Milan and Juve, with no more excuses, look for revenge.Corriere dello SportThe Anti-CristianThe season beginsInter open the campaign: Napoli and Como right on the champions’ heelsChivu: ‘We are the team to beat; we keep Lau
  
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• Finally! Richard Hughes about to pull off transfer two years in the making

  22-08-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Finally! Richard Hughes about to pull off transfer two years in the makingLiverpool are finally in the process of doing something they've been meaning to do for two years. Let's face it, this window has been messy for Richard Hughes and his recruitment team. To say things have not gone to plan would be an understatement.By now Liverpool would have hoped to have cleared some of their fringe players off the books and brought in much needed reinforcements.In the perfect world, Yan Diomande would al
  
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• South Africa v New Zealand referee: Who is first Test official Matthew Carley?

  22-08-2026 09:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England’s Matthew Carley will take charge of the first Test between South Africa and New Zealand in the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series.Born in Deal, Carley began refereeing at the age of 16, working his way up through the Kent system either side of a stint at university in Gloucestershire.The official soon made the step up to the Rugby Football Union (RFU) national panel, and became the first referee to officiate a professional game while wearing a body camera during the 2012/13 Cha
  
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• Atletico Madrid under maximum pressure as Barcelona wait on Julian Alvarez breakthrough

  22-08-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid under maximum pressure as Barcelona wait on Julian Alvarez breakthroughJulian Alvarez’s future at Atletico Madrid appears to be reaching a critical point, with the Argentine forward facing growing pressure from fans and an increasingly complicated transfer situation involving Barcelona and Arsenal.According to Mundo Deportivo, the next two days could be decisive as Atletico prepare to face Villarreal on Sunday. The tension surrounding Alvarez has grown significantly, a
  
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• ☕️🥐 Breakfast FC: legendary record 🔥, CR7 in pursuit 💥

  22-08-2026 09:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ☕️🥐 Breakfast FC: legendary record 🔥, CR7 in pursuit 💥Unbeatable record 🤯Johor Darul Ta’zim FC has just set a new world record in men’s football by remaining unbeaten for 109 consecutive league matches!An absolutely legendary streak that began in 2021 and allows the Malaysian club to overtake the previous record, held since 1994 by Ivorian club ASEC Mimosas.Johor Darul Ta’zim also dominates the domestic league, having won the Malaysi
  
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• Real Madrid win race for 19-year-old midfield starlet ahead of Barcelona and Atletico – report

  22-08-2026 09:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid win race for 19-year-old midfield starlet ahead of Barcelona and Atletico – reportReal Madrid may have made as many as six signings for the first team this season, but they are also focused on bringing in players for the future.Los Blancos already have talented youngsters like Thiago Pitarch on the fringes of the first team, and it looks like they are keen to add Sergio Martinez to that group.Madrid have been linked with a move for the Racing Santander teenager for quite some t
  
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• ☕️ Mou and Flick’s first XIs and Saturday’s 5️⃣ big stories

  22-08-2026 09:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ☕️ Mou and Flick’s first XIs and Saturday’s 5️⃣ big storiesEurope’s top competitions return in style this weekend, with the big teams already back in action, and that leaves us with a fine bunch of stories to kick off Saturday with some substance.We’ve picked these five for you. 💡Will this be Mou’s first competitive starting XI?If nothing goes wrong at the last minute in Cornellá, we’re backing Courtois in goal; a
  
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• Good news as Liverpool get green light for Yankuba Minteh deal

  22-08-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Good news as Liverpool get green light for Yankuba Minteh dealLiverpool have made their move for Yankuba Minteh. The Reds saw an opening offer of £50m rejected by Brighton and later a second worth £60m - but we can expect Richard Hughes to come back to the table.Minteh, 22, has emerged as a priority wide forward target for the Anfield side - who are crying out for wingers following the loss of Mohamed Salah on a free transfer.Liverpool come up short with opening Minteh offerThe Liver
  
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• Barcelona join Tottenham and Aston Villa in race for 19-goal Monaco striker – report

  22-08-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona join Tottenham and Aston Villa in race for 19-goal Monaco striker – reportBarcelona are continuing to explore options to strengthen their attack before the transfer deadline, and AS Monaco striker Folarin Balogun has now emerged as a name on the club’s radar.According to SPORT, Barcelona have recently shown interest in the American forward as they assess the different strikers available during the final stretch of the summer transfer window. However, the Catalan giants
  
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• Bruno still has big part to play - Carrick

  22-08-2026 08:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Michael Carrick believes skipper Bruno Fernandes will continue to have a major impact for Manchester United.Galatasaray were ready to lodge a €50m (£42.8m) offer for Fernandes and pay him €21m (£18m)-a-year net, to try and entice him to Turkey.United officials have made it clear they would reject any bid for the 31-year-old, even though they told Fernandes it was his decision whether he accepted a higher offer from Saudi Pro-League side Al Hilal in the summer
  
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• Report: Real Madrid’s starting XI for La Liga opener vs Espanyol with one major doubt

  22-08-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Real Madrid’s starting XI for La Liga opener vs Espanyol with one major doubtReal Madrid are approaching their first La Liga match of the season, with a fixture against Espanyol to kick-start the campaign.The anticipation is palpable as Los Blancos begin their new project under an old face, Jose Mourinho, and his potential starting XI is beginning to emerge.According to Melchor Ruiz of El Partidazo de COPE, Mourinho has almost finalised 10 of his 11 players for the Espanyol clash.T
  
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• Fabian Hurzeler drops Yankuba Minteh transfer hint amid Liverpool interest

  22-08-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabian Hurzeler drops Yankuba Minteh transfer hint amid Liverpool interestLiverpool Face Minteh Decision as Brighton Prepare for Transfer BattleLiverpool’s pursuit of Yankuba Minteh has moved from background interest to something rather more tangible, and Brighton’s response suggests this particular transfer story may still have several chapters left to run.With Mohamed Salah gone and Andoni Iraola now shaping Liverpool in his own image, the recruitment of wide attacking players has
  
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