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• 🎥 Messi hits 100 goals for Inter Miami!

  17-09-2026 02:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Messi hits 100 goals for Inter Miami!Lionel Messi steals the opener from Cruz Azul and puts Inter Miami ahead in the race for the Campeones Cup title.The Argentine striker broke the deadlock with a ferocious header that left Cruz Azul goalkeeper Kevin Mier with no chance.In addition, Leo achieved a special record with the MLS side, as this goal marks number 100 This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 h
  
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• Mowbray relieved to have Rovers players returning

  18-09-2026 12:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Blackburn Rovers finally have choices to make with their team selection following an injury crisis, head coach Tony Mowbray has said.Midfielder Moussa Baradji is set to feature in Saturday's Championship match at Portsmouth (15:00 BST) while defender Hayden Carter has played a part in the past two games."Hayden and Moussa are back in the picture so it's good to have a few more choices off the bench rather than the academy kids," Mowbray told BBC Radio Lancashire."I'm excited by Moussa over how p
  
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• Two Amorim priorities after Cardinale talks as Pulisic set for first Milan start of 2026-27

  18-09-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Two Amorim priorities after Cardinale talks as Pulisic set for first Milan start of 2026-27Ruben Amorim reportedly explained his tactical decisions against Benfica during a remote meeting with Gerry Cardinale on Thursday, and the Milan boss is now due to improve the team’s style of play and fighting spirit, while Christian Pulisic will return to the starting XI against Lecce.Milan coach Amorim spoke to club owner Gerry Cardinale on Thursday afternoon, the day after the Rossoneri’s 2-
  
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• Watch Tuchel news conference after Palmer & Alexander-Arnold return to England squad

  18-09-2026 12:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch Thomas Tuchel's news conference after naming his latest England squad at the top of this page - see full squad hereTuchel says Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold "have a point to prove" after returning to the squad, but Phil Foden misses out againLiverpool teenager Rio Ngumoha and Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott are handed their first proper senior international call-upsEngland will face Spain, the Czech Republic and Croatia in Nations League fixturesWhat do you make of the England s
  
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• Xavi Espart, Carlos Espí, Gonzalo García... this is the U21 squad

  18-09-2026 12:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Xavi Espart, Carlos Espí, Gonzalo García... this is the U21 squadThe Spain U21 national team has officially announced its squad for the final matches of the qualification phase for the 2027 European Championship. The list stands out for its strong commitment to emerging talent from Spanish and international football. Real Madrid and FC Barcelona play a particularly prominent role in this call-up. Names such as Marc Bernal and Xavi Espart represent Barça’s future, while
  
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• Ligue 1 Predictions | Round 5: Lens hope for new-manager bounce in Monaco, Marseille approach Le Classique in crisis mode

  18-09-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ligue 1 Predictions | Round 5: Lens hope for new-manager bounce in Monaco, Marseille approach Le Classique in crisis modeLigue 1 Predictions, Round 5GFFN editor-in-chief Luke Entwistle, and sub-editor Bastien Cheval face off in our Ligue 1 predictions competition, which returns for the 2026/27 campaign. This season, GFFN will also be hosting guests. It’s three points for a correct score, two points for a correct score difference, and one point f
  
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• Five players who could feature in Zinédine Zidane’s first France squad

  18-09-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Five players who could feature in Zinédine Zidane’s first France squadLive from the headquarters of the French Football Federation (FFF) this Friday, Zinédine Zidane will reveal to the world the names of the players set to kick off his era at the helm of the French national team. This is an opportunity for the legendary number 10 to mark a break with his predecessor, Didier Deschamps, and to bring in fresh blood to a squad already focused on the aim of Euro 2028. Here, Get Fr
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona new arrival Anthony Gordon in England squad for Nations League games

  18-09-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona new arrival Anthony Gordon in England squad for Nations League gamesWith the first international break of the 2026/27 season just around the corner, national team managers have begun announcing squad lists for their upcoming matches.FC Barcelona will see a number of players fly away to represent their respective national teams during the three-week break.As already confirmed, seven Barça stars are in the Spain squad, while Raphinha will be representing the Brazilian n
  
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• Chelsea hit by Reece James blow as Thomas Tuchel confirms injury

  18-09-2026 12:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Reece James has suffered an injury which has ruled the Chelsea captain out of England’s autumn international camp.James missed training this week and Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso refused to shed any light on his fitness ahead of the Blues’ trip to Brentford on Friday evening, saying on Thursday: “It was just a decision and we see his development, and tomorrow we will decide.”But James is unlikely to take any part in the match at the Gtech Stadium, having been left out of T
  
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• Newcastle United star ruled out of Hull City clash in major blow

  18-09-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United star ruled out of Hull City clash in major blowNewcastle Injury Blow as Amar Dedic Ruled Out for Hull ClashNewcastle head into the weekend with a problem at right-back. Amar Dedic is out, and Matthias Jaissle did not dress it up. His update was clear, sharp and left little room for interpretation. “Amar will not be able to play on Saturday.”That matters because Dedic has quickly made the position his own. Since arriving from Benfica, he has started all four of his Pr
  
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• Liverpool star set for international debut after major breakthrough

  18-09-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star set for international debut after major breakthroughJeremy Jacquet tipped for first France call-up after promising Liverpool startJeremy Jacquet’s first weeks at Liverpool could soon bring recognition beyond Anfield. Having established himself in a new league, the young centre-back is now being tipped to take another significant step: a first senior call-up for France.According to L’Equipe, Jacquet is expected to feature in Zinedine Zidane’s first squad. Selectio
  
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• Confirmed: Two Real Madrid stars in Spain squad for UEFA Nations League games

  18-09-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Two Real Madrid stars in Spain squad for UEFA Nations League gamesWorld Champions Spain are in action this month for the first time since lifting the World Cup in the summer as they begin their UEFA Nations League campaign.La Roja, led by manager Luis de la Fuente, will take on England, Croatia (twice), and Czechia in the three-week international break which will get underway after this weekend.And, the Spain boss has announced the squad list of players who will be at his disposal for
  
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• 'The whole thing still seems surreal for fans'

  18-09-2026 11:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]"From -17 to Europe", read a flag in the away end at the Anoeta Stadium.As Bournemouth embarked on the first European campaign in the club's 127-year history, it served as a reminder of just how far they have come.But a 2-1 victory at Real Sociedad in their Europa League opener shows they are not ready to stop there.For the vast majority of fans celebrating a famous victory on Thursday, the whole thing still seems surreal.Just 18 years ago, the club was on the brink. A 10-point ded
  
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• Mousinho spinning plates as tough games approach

  18-09-2026 11:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]The Championship is relentless. Every player and manager will tell you that and in many ways they are right.Portsmouth's schedule so far though hasn't been.The strange Wolves postponement means they've had just one midweek match so far. Now they have three weeks off with only four players likely to be away on international duty.Pompey have used 28 players already this season. Only three players have started each league game and only seven have completed 90 minutes more than once in the Cham
  
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• 🤩 No children for once! Top-flight club's special pre-match act

  18-09-2026 11:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤩 No children for once! Top-flight club's special pre-match actNormally, we’re used to seeing young people walk onto the pitch with the pros before kickoff. Week after week, little dreams come true that way.But it doesn’t always have to be children and teenagers. That’s exactly what an initiative in Spain, which regularly takes place there, proves. At La Liga club Real Betis, older people are given the honor of walking into the stadium with the stars.Yesterday, it was t
  
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• Tuchel names England squad with Palmer & Alexander-Arnold selected

  18-09-2026 11:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England squad announcement: See the full squad named by Thomas Tuchel for the Nations League fixtures in September and OctoberCole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold return to the squad after missing the World Cup, but there's Phil Foden misses out againLiverpool teenager Rio Ngumoha and Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott are handed their first proper senior international call-ups - among those called up who didn't make the World Cup squadWe will hear from Tuchel at 11:00 BST, which we will bring
  
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• Confirmed: Seven Barcelona stars called up by Spain for Nations League matches

  18-09-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Seven Barcelona stars called up by Spain for Nations League matchesAfter being crowned the world champions in the summer, Spain are back in action for the first time as they get the UEFA Nations League underway later this month.Ahead of the three-week international break, during which La Roja will play four matches, manager Luis de la Fuente has announced the squad list of players called up to represent the national team.And, as one would have expected, there is a large representation
  
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• 3 injured Arsenal players could return vs Brighton

  18-09-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  3 injured Arsenal players could return vs BrightonMikel Arteta has provided a positive injury update ahead of Arsenal’s match away to Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday, suggesting three injured players could return.Photo via Arsenal.comArsenal are facing somewhat of a defensive injury crisis at the moment, with William Saliba, Ben White, Cristhian Mosquera, Jurrien Timber, and Piero Hincapie all missing the midweek League Cup match against Ipswich Town.Timber was likely just rested, h
  
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• 🚨 Spain: world champions squad for the next international break

  18-09-2026 11:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Spain: world champions squad for the next international breakThe reigning world champions are back.This Friday at noon, Luis de la Fuente unveiled his first squad as world champion.The Spanish players selected for the September-October international break are now known.Not called up for the World Cup, Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen has been rewarded for his strong start to the season and is included in this squad.After missing the World Cup, Fermín López also makes his
  
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• Huijsen and Fermín return to Spain squad with big surprises 🇪🇸

  18-09-2026 11:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Huijsen and Fermín return to Spain squad with big surprises 🇪🇸Luis de la Fuente has officially announced the Spain national team squad ahead of the upcoming international fixtures. The list stands out for its mix of highly anticipated returns to the group setup and new faces making a strong impact on the national scene.Among the main new developments are the returns of Dean Huijsen and Fermín López. Both players are back in the coach’s plans after overc
  
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• Marseille’s CEO: ‘Those who think that OM are immortal because it’s OM are mistaken.’

  18-09-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marseille’s CEO: ‘Those who think that OM are immortal because it’s OM are mistaken.’Olympique de Marseille are in a difficult financial situation and the club’s CEO, Stéphane Richard, who joined the club earlier this year, is not looking to hide the gravity of the situation. Marseille were at considerable risk of expulsion from European competition this summer. However, UEFA allowed the Ligue 1 club to honour their UEFA Europa League qualification on the con
  
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• Gabriel to miss Man Utd's PL2 game

  18-09-2026 11:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]JJ Gabriel will not be involved in Manchester United's Premier League 2 encounter with Brentford at Leigh Sports Village on Friday evening.The 15-year-old has scored in both of United's matches in the competition this season. He marked his debut at that level by lifting the ball over the Ipswich goalkeeper from 20 yards on 24 August, before brilliantly turning inside the penalty area, beating a man, and applying the finish in a 4-1 win over Leicester seven days later.It was those g
  
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• Confirmed: Two Real Madrid stars in England squad for Nations League fixtures as Trent returns

  18-09-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Two Real Madrid stars in England squad for Nations League fixtures as Trent returnsWith the first international break of the 2026/27 season almost here, national team managers have been announcing the squads for the three-week window during which they will play three to four matches.The England national team will be involved in the UEFA Nations League, and manager Thomas Tuchel has released the squad list, with two Real Madrid stars included.Indeed, Jude Bellingham, who has been a per
  
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• Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer recalled by England as Thomas Tuchel snubs Man City star

  18-09-2026 11:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold have been recalled to the England squad by Thomas Tuchel for the nation’s first internationals since the World Cup.The pair were notable omissions from the 26-man World Cup squad that travelled to the United States in the summer. Palmer was snubbed by Tuchel after an injury-hampered 2025/26 resulted in a downturn in performance, while former Liverpool player Alexander-Arnold was overlooked as a result of perceived defensive frailties. However, the Che
  
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• Liverpool star named in England’s full squad for Nations League

  18-09-2026 11:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star named in England’s full squad for Nations LeagueRio Ngumoha earns England call-up as Tuchel recalls Trent Alexander-ArnoldRio Ngumoha has earned a place in England’s Nations League squad, giving the Liverpool winger an opportunity to make his competitive international debut during the forthcoming four-match window.Thomas Tuchel has also recalled Trent Alexander-Arnold, bringing a familiar face back into the England group as the national team resumes competitive action.
  
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• Lorient rejected chance to sign former Manchester United forward Anthony Martial

  18-09-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lorient rejected chance to sign former Manchester United forward Anthony MartialFC Lorient rejected the chance to sign former Manchester United forward Anthony Martial (30) this summer, as sporting director Laurent Koscielny told Ouest-France.The former France international is currently a free agent. His last stint came in Mexico with CF Monterrey. He has been searching for a new club and a report from Foot Mercato suggests that he could be set to pitch up at Malaga in La Liga. However, prior to
  
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• Crawley boss calls for fan backing on Grimsby trip

  18-09-2026 11:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Colin Kazim-Richards' side were booed off the pitch in their 3-1 defeat by Cheltenham [Shutterstock]Crawley Town head coach Colin Kazim-Richards has called on fans to back his squad when they face a near 480-mile round trip to Grimsby on Saturday.Kazim-Richards' side are without a win in four League Two games and were booed off the pitch after a 3-1 home defeat by Cheltenham last weekend.He said it was "understandable" if fans were not able to make it to Lincolnshire due to the cost of travel, b
  
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• Désiré Doué handed PSG contract extension offer

  18-09-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Désiré Doué handed PSG contract extension offerParis Saint-Germain are in the process of tying down their key players to new contracts, and Désiré Doué is the latest to receive an extension proposal from the European champions, as per a report from L’Équipe. PSG are also in advanced talks with Ousmane Dembélé and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia regarding new deals. The former’s extension is set to be officialised. He is expected to
  
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• Is calm Carrick getting flustered?

  18-09-2026 11:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Manchester United boss Michael Carrick likes to project a calm persona.It is one of the reasons why he was an attractive option to step into the head coach role on a temporary basis following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim in January.He said he was "not bothered" by the pressure coming on him following the 3-2 Carabao Cup defeat by Brighton on Wednesday.What he definitely is bothered about is the fact United have lost their past two games in alarming fashion, have only collected fou
  
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• Wilson 'loving it' amid Hearts goals and Scotland recall

  18-09-2026 11:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  James Wilson is "loving it" after putting a difficult start to the season behind him to win his place back not only in Hearts' starting line-up but also in the Scotland squad.The 19-year striker, who already has two Scotland caps, was named in new head coach Sebastian Pocognoli's first squad earlier this week having missed out on this summer's World Cup finals."It's been a while actually since I was properly in the last one, it was last summer, so I'm looking forward to being back around the gro
  
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