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• 🍿 Got your popcorn? The 5️⃣ must-watch matches this weekend

  09-10-2026 13:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🍿 Got your popcorn? The 5️⃣ must-watch matches this weekendThe major leagues return after the break with a handful of must-watch matches. Barça without Raphinha, City with off-field controversy hanging over them, and Real Madrid back in action, among others.We take a look.🇪🇸 Barça-Getafe: the leaders return without Raphinha
  Barça head into this crucial October with 21 points out of a possible 21 in the bag, but without Raphinha. Flick has
  
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• Gasperini: ‘Roma and Como same level, cannot predict Real Madrid choices’

  10-10-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini: ‘Roma and Como same level, cannot predict Real Madrid choices’Gian Piero Gasperini feels Roma and Como are ‘on the same level’ going into Sunday’s showdown, but injuries are taking their toll. ‘I cannot predict who’ll play against Real Madrid.’It kicks off at the Stadio Sinigaglia on Sunday at 11.30 UK time (12.30 CEST).VERONA, ITALY – MAY 24: Gian Piero Gasperini, Head Coach of AS Roma, gestures to his players during the Serie A m
  
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• Neuer's bizarre blunder gifts the fastest goal in Bundesliga history

  10-10-2026 15:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Neuer's bizarre blunder gifts the fastest goal in Bundesliga historyKnown for his outstanding performances, Manuel Neuer drew attention this Saturday (10) for a glaring blunder.The Bayern Munich goalkeeper made a mistake on the very first play of the match against Augsburg, leading to the fastest goal in Bundesliga history.The veteran received the ball straight from kickoff and immediately attempted a pass, but it was intercepted by Robin Fellhauer.The Augsburg forward then had a clear path to g
  
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• Gary Neville shares why he is ‘worried’ for Liverpool against Man City

  10-10-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gary Neville shares why he is ‘worried’ for Liverpool against Man CityLiverpool vs Manchester City: Anfield Pressure Builds for Iraola’s SideLiverpool go into Sunday’s meeting with Manchester City carrying more than the usual burden that comes with a fixture of this size. This is not simply another heavyweight clash at Anfield. It is a match loaded with expectation, noise and, from beyond Merseyside, a rare degree of goodwill towards Liverpool.That much is obvious. Plenty
  
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• Cristiano Ronaldo provisionally suspended by Portugal after leaving national team

  10-10-2026 15:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo has been provisionally suspended by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) after he walked out on the national team last week following his dispute with manager Jorge Jesus."Disciplinary proceedings have been initiated against Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro, following a decision by the Non-Professional Section on October 9, 2026," the federation said in a statement.The FPF said that the case is designated as “urgent” and that disciplinary proceedings have bee
  
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• Real Madrid identify five midfield targets as Mourinho’s favourite comes with €100m price tag – report

  10-10-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid identify five midfield targets as Mourinho’s favourite comes with €100m price tag – reportReal Madrid are weighing up five midfield options as they look to address a problem that has affected their ability to control games and create chances. On that note, the likes of Adam Wharton, Kees Smit, Martin Zubimendi, Manu Kone and Alex Scott have emerged as names under consideration, with one target carrying a price tag of more than €100 million.According to jour
  
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• 📸 Fastest Bundesliga goal ever! Neuer howler makes history

  10-10-2026 15:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Fastest Bundesliga goal ever! Neuer howler makes historyWhat did Manuel Neuer just do? The legendary goalkeeper indirectly helped make Bundesliga history against FC Augsburg with a complete lapse in concentration.
  Just seconds after kick-off, the 41-year-old intended to build play from the back. Intended to. But instead of clearing the ball out of the penalty area, Neuer first lost control of it, then chipped it into the back of Augsburg's Robin Fellhauer.The midfielder reacted instant
  
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• 📸 Neuer's unbelievable blunder after just 8 seconds 😱

  10-10-2026 15:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Neuer's unbelievable blunder after just 8 seconds 😱Ouch.This Saturday afternoon, Bayern Munich are away at Augsburg on Matchday 5 of the Bundesliga. Vincent Kompany's players made the worst possible start to this Bavarian derby, conceding the opening goal after just... eight seconds.Robin Fellhauer scored following a monumental blunder by Manuel Neuer straight from kick-off!Can Bayern's formidable attack make amends?
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• Video: Calafiori completes great week with Arsenal and Italy goals

  10-10-2026 15:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Video: Calafiori completes great week with Arsenal and Italy goalsRiccardo Calafiori really is becoming a surprising hitman, as after scoring his first senior goal for Italy this week, he also found the net in the Premier League for Arsenal today.The left-back has never been particularly prolific, but is finding his feet in attacking positions this season.He was already on target in the Community Shield when beating Manchester City 3-0 at the start of the campaign, then broke his senior duck for
  
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• Who changed the game? - player ratings for Arsenal v Leeds

  10-10-2026 15:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It was a close match between Arsenal and Leeds [Getty Images]Arsenal came from behind as the champions beat Leeds United 2-1 at Emirates Stadium. James Justin scored the opener for Leeds before Riccardo Calafiori levelled with Bruno Guimaraes coming off the bench to score the winner.Here's how I rated the players and you can see how you scored them below.What do BBC Sport's player ratings mean?Arsenal David Raya: A smart save to stop Jayden Bogle and then an even better one to deny Gudmundsson s
  
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• Barrow make two more additions to squad

  10-10-2026 15:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barrow have brought in goalkeeper Noah Cooper and defender Adam Alimi-Adetoro to further boost their squad for the National League.Cooper, 20, has joined on loan from Stoke City, while Alimi-Adetoro was at Halifax Town for two years before leaving in the summer.Having trained with the Bluebirds for a few weeks, the 24-year-old Irishman has signed a permanent contract, the length of which has not been revealed.Alimi-Adetaro has gone straight onto the substitutes' bench for the game at Tamworth (1
  
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• Fabregas: “Roma are great, but we will do our best.”

  10-10-2026 15:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabregas: “Roma are great, but we will do our best.”It’s also a tough day at Como. Tomorrow, the Como side will face Gian Piero Gasperini’s Roma in the lunchtime match of Serie A’s sixth matchday, when the season resumes after the international break. On the eve of the match, coach Cesc Fabregas held a press conference to introduce the game and assess the team’s condition. “A match between Como and Roma. There are so many elements that spark debate, and
  
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• Stats: Joan Garcia and David Soria reveal how Barcelona and Getafe approach football differently

  10-10-2026 15:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stats: Joan Garcia and David Soria reveal how Barcelona and Getafe approach football differentlyBarcelona’s meeting with Getafe at the Spotify Camp Nou presents an intriguing battle between two contrasting styles, with goalkeepers Joan Garcia and David Soria offering a reflection of how the teams approach their football.Hansi Flick has warned that Getafe will be a difficult opponent as Barcelona begin a demanding October schedule. The Catalans have been prolific in attack, but Raphinh
  
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• 🚨 Arsenal survive a scare but beat Leeds !

  10-10-2026 15:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Arsenal survive a scare but beat Leeds !The Gunners are back in business!Returning to action on Saturday afternoon, Arsenal had to work hard to overcome a spirited Leeds side (2-1).The Peacocks started brightly and threatened the Gunners throughout the first half, even forcing David Raya into action.Their dominance finally paid off when James Justin opened the scoring in the 55th minute.Having offered little threat until then, the Gunners suddenly sprang to life to turn things around.F
  
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• Mikel Arteta reaction — Arsenal manager speaks after comeback win over Leeds

  10-10-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikel Arteta's Arsenal got a rude return to the Premier League as Leeds defended well and threatened, too, but the manager's reaction should be positive after a 2-1 comeback win at the Emirates Stadium in North London on Saturday.The Gunners were in danger of dropping points in consecutive matches when James Justin defied David Raya and Gabriel Magalhaes to give Leeds a deserved second-half lead.MORE — Arsenal vs Leeds recap, video highlightsAnd Leeds looked set to move into the top four!
  
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• Mikel Arteta reaction: Arsenal 'wanted to prove we are something special and unique' in win over Leeds

  10-10-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikel Arteta's Arsenal got a rude return to the Premier League as Leeds defended well and threatened, too, but the manager's reaction was positive after a 2-1 comeback win at the Emirates Stadium in North London on Saturday.That's especially true when you hear Arteta describe the lofty challenge he put upon his men to bounce back from a loss to Brighton.MORE — Arsenal vs Leeds recap, video highlights"We wanted to prove we are something special and unique," Arteta said, days after signing a
  
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• Gasperini calls up Vasquez in light of Svilar injury

  10-10-2026 15:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini calls up Vasquez in light of Svilar injuryDevis Vasquez will be reinstated in the squad. The Colombian goalkeeper had been sidelined from the project: Gian Piero Gasperini never considered him, and the 1998-born player trained alone. However, Mile Svilar’s injury forced the Grugliasco-born coach to change his plans. As reported by Radio Mana Mana, the Giallorossi coach has decided to reinstate the goalkeeper, and he will travel with the rest of the squad for the Sinigaglia away m
  
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• Bayern Munich set their sights on FC Barcelona defender Jules Koundé

  10-10-2026 15:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich set their sights on FC Barcelona defender Jules KoundéBayern Munich are reportedly keen on FC Barcelona’s Jules Koundé (27), according to Bild.Several Premier League clubs – Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United and Manchester City – are also said to be interested in the French defender.A key member of the Catalan squad, Koundé has seen his playing time drop significantly in recent weeks. Although he started two of his five appearance
  
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• Leeds United make crucial transfer decision amid Bayern Munich interest

  10-10-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United make crucial transfer decision amid Bayern Munich interestLeeds United Send Firm Tarik Muharemovic Transfer Warning to Europe’s EliteLeeds United have made their stance on Tarik Muharemovic crystal clear. Amid growing interest from Bayern Munich, Inter Milan and wider admiration across Europe, the message from Elland Road is strong, consistent and emphatic, this defender is not going anywhere.According to TeamTalk, Leeds have “absolutely no intention” of allowing M
  
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• Gateshead players hope to get paid quickly

  10-10-2026 15:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gateshead have lost 10 of their 12 league games this season [Getty Images]The players of troubled National League club Gateshead have issued a statement declaring that they hope that September's wages are soon paid.An agreement in principle has been reached for the sale of the club to Flacks Group, an American investment company, who specialise in taking over distressed companies and assets, subject to approval by the Independent Football Regulator. The proposed deal states that unpaid wages wou
  
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• Germany’s ‘card-gang’ strikes again as Sjoeke Nüsken and Elisa Senß shine against Australia

  10-10-2026 15:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany’s ‘card-gang’ strikes again as Sjoeke Nüsken and Elisa Senß shine against AustraliaGermany internationals Sjoeke Nüsken and Elisa Senß are continuing to strengthen their midfield partnership ahead of next summer’s Women’s World Cup in Brazil. The two players impressed in Friday evening’s 4-2 friendly victory over Australia in Karlsruhe, with Senß subsequently revealing that their understanding extends well beyond the footbal
  
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• Gasperini announces Svilar injury: “He will miss at least 1 month.”

  10-10-2026 15:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini announces Svilar injury: “He will miss at least 1 month.”After a three-week break, the pitch is finally back. And Gian Piero Gasperini’s Roma will be top of the table, away to Cesc Fabregas’ Como, a tough match. The two teams are ready to battle it out in the Sinigaglia match, scheduled for Sunday, October 11th at 12:30 PM. On the eve of the match, the Giallorossi coach spoke at a press conference at the Fulvio Bernardini sports center in Trigoria and gave a gen
  
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• Confirmed: Two notable absences for Getafe ahead of Barcelona clash

  10-10-2026 15:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Two notable absences for Getafe ahead of Barcelona clashGetafe will be looking to spring a surprise when they take on FC Barcelona at the Spotify Camp Nou this evening, with kick-off scheduled in a few hours. The Madrid-based side have never won away against the Catalans, and the challenge has become even more difficult following two unexpected absences from Jose Bordalas’s squad.No Enes Unal and Orel MangalaBarcelona are in excellent form and are targeting their eighth consecut
  
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• Liverpool identify 'exciting' Bundesliga star as their next transfer target

  10-10-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool identify 'exciting' Bundesliga star as their next transfer targetLiverpool still have a lot of work that they need to do on their first-team squad.The Anfield outfit may have signed four new players during the summer transfer window but, there's still a lot more that needs to be done.Obviously, having Andoni Iraola at the helm is much better than having Arne Slot in charge and, as much of a change a new manager can make, a lot of a team's performance is down to their players.For now, t
  
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• Amorim: ‘Milan lack of mobility needed change, Serie A has high value’

  10-10-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amorim: ‘Milan lack of mobility needed change, Serie A has high value’Ruben Amorim reveals why a ‘lack of mobility’ prompted his Milan tactical change and how impressed he is with Serie A opponents like Sassuolo. ‘People don’t give this league the value it deserves.’It kicks off at the Mapei Stadium on Sunday at 17.00 UK time (18.00 CEST).The Rossoneri had been stuttering with draws against Juventus and Lazio, but above all that 2-0 Europa League home de
  
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• 🚨 Augsburg-Bayern XIs: Saibari starts; Gnabry on the bench!

  10-10-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Augsburg-Bayern XIs: Saibari starts; Gnabry on the bench!Augsburg and Bayern kick off Saturday's Bundesliga action, alongside other matches.
  The Bavarians want to capitalize on Borussia Dortmund's slip-up after they drew with Werder Bremen on Friday despite leading 2-0.Here's how both teams line up for the match...AUGSBURG XIBAYERN XISaibari starts; Gnabry is an attacking option on the bench.This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original
  
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• Lyon striker Rémi Himbert drops down hierarchy in Paulo Fonseca squad

  10-10-2026 15:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lyon striker Rémi Himbert drops down hierarchy in Paulo Fonseca squadOlympique Lyonnais’s Rémi Himbert (18) is reported to have fallen out of favour with Paulo Fonseca and his coaching staff, according to information from L’Équipe.Thrown in at the deep end last season, the young forward established himself as one of the standout performers in the Lyon squad, proving decisive on four occasions (three goals, one assist) in 11 appearances. His momentum carried over
  
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• Melissa Kössler and Camilla Küver celebrate maiden Germany goals in Australia win

  10-10-2026 14:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Melissa Kössler and Camilla Küver celebrate maiden Germany goals in Australia winGermany internationals Melissa Kössler and Camilla Küver celebrated their first senior international goals in Friday evening’s 4-2 friendly victory over Australia in Karlsruhe. Kössler scored twice in the opening half-hour before Küver added a crucial third goal late in the second half. The two Germans made significant contributions in front of 26,352 spectators at Karlsruhe&rsquo
  
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• League One & Two: Leaders Plymouth level against Dons; Notts County 0-1 Oxford; Swindon 0-1 Crewe

  10-10-2026 14:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Updates from 24 matches across League One and League TwoLeague One leaders Plymouth draw level against Wimbledon in the 12:30 BST kick-offUnder-pressure Ian Holloway's Swindon side are one-nil down at home to Crewe in League TwoHuddersfield host Sheff Wed in Yorkshire derby among matches at 15:00Robbie Savage's first league game as Peterborough boss at old club LeicesterClick on watch & listen tab to watch Final Score from 14:45Get Involved: Click yellow button on this page to send us your v
  
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• Liverpool told to push for double Manchester City transfer raid

  10-10-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool told to push for double Manchester City transfer raidLiverpool transfers: Marc Guehi and Antoine Semenyo backed as ideal targets for Andoni IraolaLiverpool have been urged to stay alert in the market if uncertainty around Manchester City creates a rare opening for Premier League rivals. Speaking to TeamTalk, Emile Heskey made a strong case for Liverpool to pursue Marc Guehi and Antoine Semenyo, two players he believes would fit naturally into Andoni Iraola’s plans at Anfield.The
  
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