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• 🚨 Fresh twist: CR7 skips Portugal training!

  30-09-2026 19:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Fresh twist: CR7 skips Portugal training!The psychodrama continues.A new episode this Wednesday evening in the crisis that has pitted Cristiano Ronaldo against the Portugal national team for several days!Although his coach Jorge Jesus had announced an hour earlier, at a press conference, that he would take part in training, Ronaldo left Copenhagen Stadium before Portugal’s pre-match training session ahead of Thursday’s clash with Denmark, according to all the Portuguese med
  
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• Real Madrid star jokes about choosing between Mbappe and Lamine Yamal for Ballon d’Or: ‘No matter who wins…’

  03-10-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star jokes about choosing between Mbappe and Lamine Yamal for Ballon d’Or: ‘No matter who wins…’The race for the Ballon d’Or appears to have finally boiled down to two names, and, reminiscent of the past, it is between a Barcelona and a Real Madrid star.Los Blancos’ candidate is Kylian Mbappe, especially after the Frenchman’s special goalscoring season where he was the top-scorer in virtually every major tournament he played. The lacuna, how
  
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• Marc Cucurella makes honest Real Madrid admission: ‘Everything is a process’

  03-10-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marc Cucurella makes honest Real Madrid admission: ‘Everything is a process’Marc Cucurella was one of the most exciting players Real Madrid brought into their team during the last summer transfer window. The Merengues, quite surprisingly, landed him even as he was linked with their two main rivals in Spain, FC Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.This move proved to be quite beneficial for them even before the start of the season, as Cucurella was the only Real Madrid player on the World Cu
  
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• Learning from Arteta and inspiring youngsters - Wilshere on management

  03-10-2026 07:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jack Wilshere won the FA Cup with Arsenal as a player in 2014 and 2015 and guided Luton Town to the EFL Trophy in April [Getty Images]The Football Interview will be available on BBC One at 12:45 BST every Saturday during the Premier League season, as well as on BBC iPlayer, BBC Football YouTube and the BBC Sport website and app.In the seventh episode of the new season, Kelly Somers sits down with Luton Town manager Jack Wilshere.Jack Wilshere's footballing career has gone full circle.From starti
  
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• Is Croatia v England on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Nations League

  03-10-2026 07:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England will look to build on a strong win in the Czech Republic as they face another tricky away trip in Croatia.Thomas Tuchel’s side bounced back from a defeat to Spain in their Nations League opener as they produced a professional performance against 10-man opposition on Tuesday.That 2-0 success leaves them second in Group A3, level on points with their opposition – who will not benefit from their usual home advantage due to crowd restrictions in Rijeka.Croatia were beaten 4-2 by
  
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• Pitt beats Virginia Tech 35-33 after Hokies' game-winning field goal appears to go over an upright

  03-10-2026 05:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pitt hung on for a 35-33 win over Virginia Tech on Friday night after John Love missed a game-winning 36-yard field goal as time expired.Or did he?Love's kick certainly looked like it snuck inside the left upright from ESPN's live broadcast feed. But the official directly underneath the upright ruled that it didn't go through, much to Love's chagrin.IT'S NO GOOD 😱Pitt defeats Virginia Tech in Blacksburg 😯 pic.twitter.com/RsRV6QJkQL— ESPN College Football (@ESPNCFB) October
  
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• Coutinho debuts, Gabigol seals comeback as Santos beat São Paulo

  03-10-2026 03:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Coutinho debuts, Gabigol seals comeback as Santos beat São PauloAt MorumBIS, Santos came from behind to beat São Paulo 2-1 this Friday (2), in a postponed match from Round 21 of the 2026 Brasileirão.Tricolor Paulista actually started better and opened the scoring through Luciano, converting a penalty that was confirmed after a VAR review.But in the very next minute after play resumed, Gabriel Barbosa headed in a cross from the left to level the match.After the break, Philipp
  
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• Brasileirão is back! Check the updated table after the delayed San-São

  03-10-2026 03:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brasileirão is back! Check the updated table after the delayed San-SãoThe “Super Data Fifa” is still going on, including the national team taking the field this Saturday (3) against India at 11 a.m. (Brasília time), but the Brasileirão is already back!
  This Friday (2), right at MorumBIS, Santos came from behind to beat São Paulo 2-1 in a postponed Matchday 21 fixture, with two goals from Gabigol.Peixe reached the incredible mark of five straight win
  
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• ⚠️​ Will Mora play v USA? Mexico boss speaks before the match

  03-10-2026 02:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ⚠️​ Will Mora play v USA? Mexico boss speaks before the matchIn recent days, there has been a lot of speculation about a possible injury to Gilberto Mora.
  Hours before the clash against the United States, the national team coach spoke about it.He confirmed that after some routine tests for some discomfort, Mora’s recovery has been favorable and he is available to get some minutes against the Americans.Will we see the "10" in tomorrow’s match?This article was transl
  
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• Rayados start search for Stefan Medina replacement

  03-10-2026 02:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rayados start search for Stefan Medina replacementRayados begin to explore options amid the imminent departure of club legend Stefan Medina.According to information on social media, Monterrey have already made an initial inquiry about the personal terms of Argentine defender Francisco Álvarez. Álvarez, 26, plays as a center-back and currently features for Argentinos Juniors. His name has already attracted interest from other major clubs in Argentine football.Will the Argentine play
  
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• Confirmed line-ups for the clash between Boca and Unión

  03-10-2026 02:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed line-ups for the clash between Boca and UniónEverything is set for Boca to host Unión as part of Matchday 11 of Argentine football.
  Boca come into this one motivated after reaching the Copa Argentina semifinals, and they currently sit fifth in the overall league standings, so a win is vital to stay near the top.Boca’s XIVilla will partner Merentiel in attack, a move the coach believes could help against Unión.Unión’s XIThis article was translated
  
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• 🐢 Liga MX, among the slowest in the world

  03-10-2026 01:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🐢 Liga MX, among the slowest in the worldLa Liga MX ranks seventh among national competitions with the lowest game intensity, according to a study by the CIES Football Observatory.The analysis takes into account the game intensity of the participating teams, placing Mexican soccer in the top 10 competitions with the slowest pace according to the methodology used by the organization.The figure places Mexican soccer behind leagues such as those of the United Arab Emirates, Ecuador, Peru, C
  
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• Tyler Adams begins second stint as USMNT captain ahead of Mexico rivalry match

  03-10-2026 01:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TEMPE, Ariz. — Whether or not he wears the captain’s armband, Tyler Adams, through leadership and example, has always been a natural-born leader of the U.S. soccer team.On Friday, though, Mauricio Pochettino put an official stamp on the 27-year-old midfielder’s role, naming him captain for the 2030 World Cup cycle.It’s a reprise role for Adams, who, at age 23, captained the 2022 World Cup squad in Qatar and, in perhaps his finest moment, answered politically charged quest
  
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• 👕 Farewells, tributes and more: shirt launch round-up

  03-10-2026 01:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👕 Farewells, tributes and more: shirt launch round-upThe final days of September and the beginning of October brought releases marked by nostalgia, tributes, and awareness campaigns.As has already become tradition, OneFootball brings you a roundup of what was released over the past week!Check them out below and share which one you think is the most beautiful!🇩🇪 GermanyThe German national team unveiled its final adidas shirt before the switch to Nike, scheduled for 2027. T
  
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• 👕 Farewells, tributes and more: round-up of new shirts

  03-10-2026 01:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👕 Farewells, tributes and more: round-up of new shirtsThe final days of September and the start of October brought releases marked by nostalgia, tributes, and awareness campaigns.As has already become tradition, OneFootball brings you a roundup of what was released over the past week!Check them out below and let us know which one is the most beautiful!🇩🇪 GermanyThe German national team unveiled its final adidas shirt before the switch to Nike, scheduled for 2027. The desi
  
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• Which clubs did Man City's 'inflated' money flow to in transfer market?

  03-10-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The previous clubs of Sergio Aguero, Kevin de Bruyne and Bernardo Silva all received significant transfer fees from Manchester City during their era of financial rule-breaking [Getty Images]The money flowed around football. It made a lot of other clubs richer. It helped teams everywhere and especially in the Premier League.These have been some of the arguments used by those backing Manchester City in the media and online since the verdicts declaring the club guilty came in and an appeal was anno
  
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• How Gianluigi Donnarumma’s excellence denied Zinedine Zidane win in first home game as France boss

  03-10-2026 00:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zinedine Zidane 's first home game in charge of France ended with a 1-1 draw against Italy in the Nations League on Friday.French fans got an exciting game at Stade de France but not the result they expected, mainly because of Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma's performance.Michael Olise put France ahead in the 55th minute with a curling shot from 20 meters which went in off the crossbar, following a short free kick taken by Rayan Cherki.Poor defending midway through the second half allowed
  
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• 📋 Santos and São Paulo named for rearranged Brasileirão derby

  03-10-2026 00:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Santos and São Paulo named for rearranged Brasileirão derbyThis Friday (2), São Paulo and Santos face off at MorumBIS at 8 p.m. (Brasília time) in a postponed match from the 21st round of the 2026 Brasileirão.After four straight wins in the league, Peixe sit in eighth place with 38 points and have all but eliminated any risk of relegation.More “inconsistent” this season, Tricolor Paulista have 36 points and are 11th in the table.Compared t
  
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• Rabiot impressed with Italy spirit and ‘extraordinary’ Donnarumma

  02-10-2026 23:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rabiot impressed with Italy spirit and ‘extraordinary’ DonnarummaAdrien Rabiot hails ‘extraordinary’ Gianluigi Donnarumma after France’s 1-1 draw with Italy and was impressed with Roberto Mancini’s side.The Azzurri had the best chances of the first half at the Stade de France, but Michael Olise broke the deadlock when his free kick went in off the underside of the bar.Alessandro Bastoni robbed Como midfielder Lucas Da Cunha to score the equaliser, and both tea
  
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• Who has 'no ceiling' as Northern Ireland shine in Nations League?

  02-10-2026 23:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael O'Neill had spent the build-up to Northern Ireland's Nations League outing against Ukraine playing down memories of the famous win at Euro 2016.His focus was firmly on what was to come.If a stunning 3-0 victory in Slovakia was anything to go by, it's going to be a pretty exciting future indeed.His starting team had an average age of just 22, which was the youngest on record for Northern Ireland since World War Two.Ciaron Brown, the only player over the age of 25 to start the game in Trna
  
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• Royals boss Richardson dismisses Bradford links

  02-10-2026 23:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Reading manager Leam Richardson has downplayed talk of him filling the vacancy at fellow League One side Bradford City. The Royals boss had been made an early favourite among the bookmakers to replace Graham Alexander but denied that any contact had been made with the Bantams.Richardson has been at the Berkshire side for nearly a year, joining part-way through last campaign before leading Reading to a 12th-placed finish. He previously managed Wigan and Rotherham before replacing Noel Hunt atRead
  
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• How Donnarumma’s excellence denied Zidane win in first home game as France boss

  02-10-2026 23:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zinedine Zidane 's first home game in charge of France ended with a 1-1 draw against Italy in the Nations League on Friday.French fans got an exciting game at Stade de France but not the result they expected, mainly because of Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma's performance.Michael Olise put France ahead in the 55th minute with a curling shot from 20 meters which went in off the crossbar, following a short free kick taken by Rayan Cherki.Poor defending midway through the second half allowed
  
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• Vergara ‘so happy with Italy debut, but we wanted the win’ in France

  02-10-2026 23:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vergara ‘so happy with Italy debut, but we wanted the win’ in FranceNapoli winger Antonio Vergara is ‘so happy’ to make his Italy debut in a 1-1 draw with France. ‘We leave here unhappy with a draw, and that means a lot.’Michael Olise had seen his free kick deflected off the wall to bounce in off the underside of the crossbar at the Stade de France, but Alessandro Bastoni robbed Como midfielder Lucas Da Cunha to score the equaliser.This also saw the debut of V
  
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• Celtic Face £1m Managerial Dilemma As Roy Keane Links Emerge: Should The Board Make A Shock Decision?

  02-10-2026 23:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic Face £1m Managerial Dilemma As Roy Keane Links Emerge: Should The Board Make A Shock Decision?Celtic’s managerial situation has taken an uncomfortable turn, with Martin O’Neill facing fresh questions about his future following a difficult spell before the international break. According to the Daily Record, a reported £1 million exit payment has created a serious disagreement between the veteran manager and the Parkhead hierarchy.Despite the recent setbacks, Celtic
  
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• Brown scores two as superb Northern Ireland stun Ukraine

  02-10-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Nations LeagueUkraine 0 - 3 Northern Ireland FTNorthern Ireland produced one of their best away performances under manager Michael O'Neill to beat Ukraine 3-0 in Slovakia in the Nations League.Ciaron Brown opened the scoring with his first international goal and Isaac Price headed home a second in a superb first half for Northern Ireland.Brown scored his second of the game in bizarre circumstances in the 61st minute when goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk missed his header from the edge of the area a
  
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• Donnarumma: ‘Italy had attitude of a great team’ in 1-1 with France

  02-10-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Donnarumma: ‘Italy had attitude of a great team’ in 1-1 with FranceGianluigi Donnarumma insists ‘not everyone can come here and put in such a good performance’ as Italy’s 1-1 draw in France. ‘This is the attitude of a great team.’The question after the first two Nations League games was wondering which was the real Nazionale, the one that lost 2-0 at home to Belgium, or the side that crushed Turkiye 4-1 in Bursa?This evening’s performance at the St
  
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• Chiesa eyes Liverpool exit - Saturday's gossip

  02-10-2026 23:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool forward Federico Chiesa is on the radar of a trio of Serie A clubs, Man City striker Erling Haaland is more likely to join Barcelona than Arsenal if he leaves the club, Brentford's Michael Kayode is wanted by Juventus.Inter Milan, Lazio and Atalanta are interested in signing Liverpool's Federico Chiesa, 28, with the Italian forward ready to leave Anfield in January. (Calciomercato - in Italian)Arsenal have the finances to sign Erling Haaland, 26, from Manchester City, but the Norway st
  
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• Roberto Mancini pleased with Italy’s draw against France

  02-10-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roberto Mancini pleased with Italy’s draw against FranceItaly’s Nations League tie against France was expected to be a bit of an uphill challenge but they managed to secure a 1-1 draw. Les Bleus were down to ten men but managed to hold onto an important point, but Roberto Mancini appeared happy with the Azzurri’s showing.It was Michael Olise’s thunderbold that opened the scoring for France in the second half. Not long ago, an error on the ball led to Alessandro Bastoni of
  
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• Everton Face January Transfer Dilemma Regarding Defender After Palace Renew Interest: Should Moyes Cash In Or Hold Firm?

  02-10-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Face January Transfer Dilemma Regarding Defender After Palace Renew Interest: Should Moyes Cash In Or Hold Firm?Crystal Palace could revive their interest in Jake O’Brien during January, but Everton have serious reasons to resist a deal that could leave David Moyes short of defensive options.Everton could face another Jake O’Brien transfer decisionEverton could face an important decision over Jake O’Brien when the January transfer window opens, with Crystal Palace repor
  
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• Bastoni: ‘If Italy can play like this with France, we can do it against anyone’

  02-10-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bastoni: ‘If Italy can play like this with France, we can do it against anyone’Alessandro Bastoni admits he ‘didn’t expect to score two goals’ in two Nations League games, but ‘if Italy can play like this against France in Paris, we can do it against anyone.’The Inter defender had not played for the Nazionale since that disastrous red card in the World Cup play-off against Bosnia and Herzegovina, which saw the Azzurri miss out on a third consecutive edit
  
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