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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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• Andoni Iraola can lose 'stunning' Liverpool star, Champions League winners want him

  02-10-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola can lose 'stunning' Liverpool star, Champions League winners want himLiverpool were expected to undergo a massive rebuild in the summer. And, while four new players were brought through the Anfield doors, a lot of Liverpool's supporters expected many different changes across every area of their squad.Of course, the arrivals of Ronald Araujo and Jeremy Jacquet have already had a huge impact on the way that things have panned out but, if there were one or two more players brought in,
  
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• Why Aston Villa played Sevilla for a trophy you haven't heard of

  02-10-2026 23:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  On Friday evening, Aston Villawalked out at Sevilla's Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium to compete for a piece of silverware that, outside of Spain, few supporters will have heard of, the Antonio Puerta Trophy.Unai Emery's side won the friendly match which is held in memory of Sevilla academy graduate Antonio Puerta, who died in August 2007 at the age of 22.Puerta suffered cardiac arrest during a La Liga match against Getafe and, despite initially appearing to recover and walking to the dressing roo
  
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• Tuchel sends England warning ahead of Croatia clash after spotting unusual danger

  02-10-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tuchel sends England warning ahead of Croatia clash after spotting unusual dangerThomas Tuchel has sent a stern warning to England players ahead of their UEFA Nations League clash with Croatia on Saturday.The match will be played behind closed doors with Croatia serving a punishment for crowd behavior against France last year.However, there will be an opportunity for local children and England fans to see this game.Tuchel, speaking in his pre-match press conference, told his players not to allow
  
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• Mancini: ‘Italy played as a team, another step forward’ with 1-1 in France

  02-10-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mancini: ‘Italy played as a team, another step forward’ with 1-1 in FranceRoberto Mancini is glad Italy ‘played as a team’ throughout in their 1-1 draw with France, seeing it as ‘another step forward in our journey.’The Azzurri were called to confirm whether they were the team seen in a 2-0 defeat to Belgium, or the one that emerged with a 4-1 victory in Turkiye.The answer after this 1-1 draw in Paris was certainly more confidence-boosting, as they had numerou
  
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• Roma boss Gasperini reveals secret behind Paulo Dybala’s excellent season

  02-10-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma boss Gasperini reveals secret behind Paulo Dybala’s excellent seasonSerie A side Roma have had a very good season so far and the same is true for Paulo Dybala too. This is the best start to a campaign the attacking midfielder has made in his career from a statistical point of view and manager Gian Piero Gasperini has revealed what has helped his turnaround.The Italian was present at the Festival Dello Sport event and he addressed a host of issues involving Roma.Gasperini said that the
  
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• PLAYER RATINGS | France 1-1 Italy: Les Bleus held to Nations League draw for Zinédine Zidane’s first game in charge on home soil

  02-10-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PLAYER RATINGS | France 1-1 Italy: Les Bleus held to Nations League draw for Zinédine Zidane’s first game in charge on home soilUEFA Nations League, Matchday 3, 02/10/2026France and Italy shared the spoils as Alessandro Bastoni cancelled out Michael Olise’s brilliant free-kick. Les Bleus lacked an edge in the final third against Roberto Mancini’s world-class defenders.The MatchOn the back of two away wins to Türkiye and Belgium, Zinédine Zidane returned on ho
  
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• 🎥 Entire tower block on fire: Dzeko's farewell was pure madness

  02-10-2026 22:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Entire tower block on fire: Dzeko's farewell was pure madnessSchalke star Edin Džeko has ended his international career. At today’s farewell match, it was once again impressively demonstrated just what a massive mark the striker has left over the course of his incredibly long career with the Bosnia national team.There was already a huge pyro show from the high-rise opposite the stadium before the match. Goosebumps! And when Džeko was substituted, he received a standing
  
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• Nations League | France 1-1 Italy: Bastoni seals impressive result in Paris

  02-10-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nations League | France 1-1 Italy: Bastoni seals impressive result in ParisItaly earned a prestigious 1-1 draw away to Zinedine Zidane’s France, as Alessandro Bastoni cancelled out the Michael Olise effort, with Dayot Upamecano sent off.The Azzurri made only two changes from the side that won 4-1 in Turkiye, bringing back Riccardo Calafiori at left-back and Moise Kean for the injured Giacomo Raspadori, but the midfield remained intact with Nicolò Barella surprisingly benched after t
  
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• Massive blow for Liverpool, Real Madrid given green light to steal star

  02-10-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Massive blow for Liverpool, Real Madrid given green light to steal starLiverpool heave been dealt a real blow. Real Madrid now have a golden opportunity to steal an enormous talent from the Reds' clutches.Liverpool cannot escape Real Madrid in the transfer market and it's reached comical levels, quite honestly. The most blatant example is with the Reds' own players, of course.Trent Alexander-Arnold and Ibrahima Konate have both gone there in the last two summers. Real Madrid are now linked with
  
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• Italy hold on in Paris, end France's 100% in Nations League

  02-10-2026 22:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy hold on in Paris, end France's 100% in Nations LeagueTwo more matches continued the 2026/27 UEFA Nations League this Friday (2).At home, Belgium thrashed Turkey 3-0, with goals from De Bruyne (twice) and Lukaku.After bouncing back from last round’s defeat, the Belgians now sit second in Group 1 with six points.Turkey, meanwhile, are still without a point and remain bottom of the group.
  In Paris, meanwhile, Italy and France drew 1-1, with Olise opening the scoring for the hosts early
  
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• Watch: Northern Ireland claim fine win away to Ukraine - reaction

  02-10-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nations League - Group B2FT: Ukraine 0-3 Northern Ireland (19:45 BST)Ciaron Brown bundles in first Northern Ireland goal and Isaac Price adds second in fine first halfUkraine mistakes hands Brown a second and NI a third in second halfNI top of group with seven points from three games Watch: Northern Ireland claim fine win away to Ukraine - reaction
  
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• Northern Ireland claim fine win away to Ukraine - reaction

  02-10-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nations League - Group B2FT: Ukraine 0-3 Northern Ireland (19:45 BST)Ciaron Brown bundles in first Northern Ireland goal and Isaac Price adds second in fine first halfUkraine mistakes hands Brown a second and NI a third in second halfNI top of group with seven points from three games Northern Ireland claim fine win away to Ukraine - reaction
  
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• Garnacho scores as Villa hit back to beat Sevilla

  02-10-2026 22:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Alejandro Garnacho scored as Aston Villa beat Sevilla in the Antonio Puerta Trophy.The on-loan Chelsea forward - who has played just 31 minutes this season - struck in the second half to help Villa ease to a 3-1 victory. Isaac Romero opened the scoring after the break but Ross Barkley levelled before Garnacho scored and Max Jenner added a third.Garnacho has been left on the bench for Villa's last four games but started at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium on Friday. The friendly ma
  
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• Leeds United Handed 10-Goal Blueprint For Forgotten Star: Should Farke Act?

  02-10-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Handed 10-Goal Blueprint For Forgotten Star: Should Farke Act?Leeds United could have a 10-goal attacking option sitting on the bench, with former Wales international Robert Earnshaw identifying exactly what Dan James must change to improve his contribution under Daniel Farke.Leeds United: Earnshaw identifies James’s route to 10 goalsThe winger has endured a frustrating start to the Premier League campaign, collecting just 52 minutes across three substitute appearances without
  
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• Michael Owen defends his choice to join Manchester United after dramatic Liverpool exit

  02-10-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael Owen defends his choice to join Manchester United after dramatic Liverpool exitMichael Owen Shares His True Thoughts On His Controversial Liverpool ExitLiverpool supporters can accept a lot. They can accept a player wanting a new challenge. They can accept elite clubs circling. They can even accept a move abroad if the circumstances make sense. What they do not accept, and rarely forget, is a player crossing a line they consider non-negotiable.That is why the reaction to Trent Alexander-
  
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• Mancini’s reaction to Olise goal vs. Italy revealed: ‘Nothing else you can do’

  02-10-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mancini’s reaction to Olise goal vs. Italy revealed: ‘Nothing else you can do’Roberto Mancini and his staff ‘threw their hands up’ after seeing France star Michael Olise score the opening goal from a free kick in a Nations League game between Italy and France.Italy visit France in the third round of the Nations League group phase tonight. The first half ended 0-0, but Les Bleus broke the deadlock after the break with a fantastic Olise free-kick.BURSA, TURKEY –
  
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• 📸 Olise hits screamer vs. Italy to continue incredible run of form 🔥

  02-10-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Olise hits screamer vs. Italy to continue incredible run of form 🔥Michael Olise was the assist king at the World Cup but has become France's go-to goal man in the absence of the injured Kylian Mbappé. And he did it tonight again in stunning style to give Les Bleus a short-lived lead against Italy. 
  Roberto Mancini's side had done well to keep the French out for the opening 55 minutes but they - and specifically Gianluigi Donnarumma - could not do nothing t
  
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• Watch: Brown scores bizarre third for NI against Ukraine

  02-10-2026 22:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nations League - Group B2Ukraine 0-3 Northern Ireland (19:45 BST)Ciaron Brown bundles in first Northern Ireland goal and Isaac Price adds second in fine first halfUkraine mistakes hands Brown a second and NI a third in second halfWatch live on BBC Two NI and BBC iPlayerListen on BBC Radio Ulster, BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra and BBC SoundsThree changes for NI as Morrison, Devlin and Spencer start Watch: Brown scores bizarre third for NI against Ukraine
  
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• 📸 Mamma mia, Mr Olise! Bayern star scores wondergoal against Italy

  02-10-2026 22:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Mamma mia, Mr Olise! Bayern star scores wondergoal against ItalyFrom an Italian perspective, that was simply bitter. After the Squadra Azzurra managed to go toe-to-toe with France for almost an hour, it has now happened. Bayern superstar Michael Olise unleashed a magical strike, right into the heart of the Italians. That was how the classy technician converted a direct free kick in breathtaking fashion, tucking it just under the crossbar — Donnarumma could only watch. W
  
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• Liverpool Are Among The Clubs Keeping Tabs On This Gifted Youngster: One For The Future?

  02-10-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Among The Clubs Keeping Tabs On This Gifted Youngster: One For The Future?In a recent report, journalist Pete O’Rourke mentioned that Liverpool are among the clubs keeping tabs on Club Tijuana youngster Gilberto Mora. It has been claimed that the Reds would have to pay up to £40m to land the Mexico international, but are facing competition from Real Madrid, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain in pursuit of him.Mora’s Impressive Rise In Mexican FootballMora has enjoy
  
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• USMNT, Mexico, Canada in focus: Whose men's national team's future is brightest ahead of friendlies?

  02-10-2026 22:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CONCACAF had a summer at the 2026 World Cup, as tri-hosts Mexico, the United States, and Mexico put out the stage and then showed well, as perceived minnows Haiti, Curacao, and Panama all had their moments despite finishing in the bottom of their groups.Home soil aside, however, there's no question that the North American sides remain the class of the confederation heading into a new four-year World Cup cycle.MORE — USMNT vs Mexico predicted lineupsSheer size plays its part here, no doubt,
  
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• Thomas Tuchel provides Arsenal injury update after England scare

  02-10-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel provides Arsenal injury update after England scareEzri Konsa Injury Update Gives England and Arsenal Timely BoostEngland have one problem eased before the trip to Croatia. Ezri Konsa is back in training, back in contention and, by the sound of it, back in Thomas Tuchel’s thinking for Saturday.Konsa had missed England’s 2-0 win over the Czech Republic after suffering a minor issue in the aftermath of the 3-2 defeat to Spain, a match he started. It was enough to keep him
  
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• Barcelona Await UEFA Review After Real Madrid Sends Negreira Documents

  02-10-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona Await UEFA Review After Real Madrid Sends Negreira DocumentsUEFA has announced an investigation into Barcelona after receiving substantial documents from Real Madrid concerning the Negreira case, according to Managing Madrid’s report on Thursday, October 1. The governing body says its Ethics and Disciplinary Inspectors will assess the material as part of an ongoing review; the announcement establishes neither wrongdoing by Barcelona nor a sanction.The case involves José Ma
  
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• ‘We will have to be strong again’ – Chelsea boss Bompastor mindful of West Ham’s threats

  02-10-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘We will have to be strong again’ – Chelsea boss Bompastor mindful of West Ham’s threatsChelsea head coach Sonia Bompastor says that her side will need to put in another strong performance when they travel to West Ham United this weekend.The Blues travel to The Chigwell Construction Stadium to take on The Hammers in their latest Barclays Women’s Super League match.When speaking to the media in the pre-match press conference, Chelsea boss Bompastor highlighted the da
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This Bournemouth Forward: Is He Worth The Fight?

  02-10-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This Bournemouth Forward: Is He Worth The Fight?In a recent report, The Sun mentioned that Tottenham Hotspur are locked in a three-way battle for Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi. It has been claimed that Spurs have to compete with Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain in the race to land the French attacker next year.Kroupi’s Impressive Numbers In The Premier League Last SeasonKroupi enjoyed a decent run of form at the English club in
  
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• Gasperini: “I came to Roma to build something new.”

  02-10-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini: “I came to Roma to build something new.”Gian Piero Gasperini spoke from the Trento Sports Festival. From individuals to his relationship with the fans, through memories and the future. On his arrival in Rome: “Everyone was eagerly awaiting my first training session, especially me, who was embarking on a new adventure, but also the players who arrived extremely well-prepared, perhaps even a little fearful of my preparation. The first thing I expressed? To go and get t
  
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• England’s Manchester City players worried about future after club’s guilty verdict, Thomas Tuchel says

  02-10-2026 21:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel says Manchester City’s England players are anxious following their club’s guilty verdict for breaching Premier League financial rules, but he would still select them even if the club suffers relegation.City face an uncertain future after an independent panel found them guilty of severe financial breaches, though they have appealed, claiming to hold "irrefutable evidence" of their innocence.The issue has unfolded during the international window, with City members Marc Gu
  
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• Liverpool have found their own Declan Rice

  02-10-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool have found their own Declan RiceLiverpool are currently sixth in the Premier League. So far, the Anfield outfit are seven games into the 2026-27 season across all competitions and, for now, they're still unbeaten.Obviously, since Andoni Iraola was only appointed in July, there are still a couple of teething problems that need to be solved but, once they're done and out of the way, things should be able to run a lot smoother.However, some of these problems can't just be fixed overnight
  
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• Roma CEO John Galantic: “Roma has always been my passion.”

  02-10-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma CEO John Galantic: “Roma has always been my passion.”Roma CEO John Galantic spoke at the Trento Sports Festival. The Giallorossi manager addressed a wide range of topics, from his relationship with the Friedkins to news about the new stadium in Pietralata. On his early days in Rome: “My adventure began on the first day of training camp in Wales. I threw myself into the busy transfer market, with a demanding colleague by my side (Gasperini, ed.). It was a baptism of fire. A
  
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• Watch: Clinical NI hold two-goal lead over Ukraine at half-time

  02-10-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nations League - Group B2Ukraine 0-2 Northern Ireland (19:45 BST)Ciaron Brown bundles in first Northern Ireland goal and Isaac Price adds secondWatch live on BBC Two NI and BBC iPlayerListen on BBC Radio Ulster, BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra and BBC SoundsThree changes for NI as Morrison, Devlin and Spencer start Watch: Clinical NI hold two-goal lead over Ukraine at half-time
  
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• Watch: Clinical NI hold two-goal lead over Ukraine

  02-10-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nations League - Group B2Ukraine 0-2 Northern Ireland (19:45 BST)Ciaron Brown bundles in first Northern Ireland goal and Isaac Price adds secondWatch live on BBC Two NI and BBC iPlayerListen on BBC Radio Ulster, BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra and BBC SoundsThree changes for NI as Morrison, Devlin and Spencer start Watch: Clinical NI hold two-goal lead over Ukraine
  
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• Man City whistleblower to lose witness protection

  02-10-2026 21:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Portuguese computer hacker who released documents which led to the Premier League investigation into Manchester City is set to lose his witness protection despite his fears he could be assassinated.Football Leaks founder Rui Pinto released a tranche of confidential football documents, including emails and financial records relating to the English Premier League side.In 2018, he shared documents with German magazine Der Spiegel, which used them for investigations into City's finances and alle
  
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• Liverpool dealt blow in hopes of landing midfielder in January

  02-10-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool dealt blow in hopes of landing midfielder in JanuaryLiverpool Transfer Latest as Bournemouth Resist January Moves for Alex Scott, Rayan and Eli Junior KroupiLiverpool’s recruitment picture is beginning to sharpen ahead of January, and one potential route now looks particularly difficult. According to BBC Sport, Bournemouth have no intention of opening the door to mid-season departures for Alex Scott, Rayan or Eli Junior Kroupi, three names who have been increasingly discussed in
  
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• Door 'shut' on Barrow captain Williams returning

  02-10-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MJ Williams joined Barrow from MK Dons in January 2025 [Getty Images]Barrow manager Adam Murray says the door is currently "shut" on captain MJ Williams getting back into the team.Williams was named as skipper ahead of the season by Murray, and started in seven of their first eight matches.But the 30-year-old midfielder was sent-off in the defeat to Solihull Moors on 15 September for two yellow cards and he has not played since.In the subsequent three matches, Barrow have won them all to climb i
  
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• Chelsea Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Talented Defender: Should Alonso Get Him On Board?

  02-10-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Talented Defender: Should Alonso Get Him On Board?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey revealed that Chelsea are keeping a keen eye on Benfica defender Tomas Araujo. It has been mentioned that the Blues would have to compete with Manchester United in the race to land the Portuguese talent next year.Araujo’s Decent Form In Portuguese FootballAraujo has enjoyed a good run of form at the Portuguese club this season as he has put in a handful of i
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur are in the race to sign Bayern Munich defender

  02-10-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur are in the race to sign Bayern Munich defenderTottenham Transfer News: Kim Min-jae Interest Grows as Bayern Munich Weigh SaleTottenham’s search for defensive authority could yet lead them back towards Kim Min-jae, with TeamTalk reporting that Bayern Munich are prepared to consider a sale if the conditions are right. The South Korea international remains under contract until 2028, yet his place in the pecking order has shifted and that has naturally alerted a number of clu
  
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• Liverpool eyeing move for 'excellent' midfielder, it's not Lamine Camara

  02-10-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool eyeing move for 'excellent' midfielder, it's not Lamine CamaraSince the summer transfer window shut at the start of September, Liverpool have been linked with many new players. Obviously, deals for new players to make the switch to Anfield can't be struck until the window opens up again but, the fact that Liverpool are building up their shortlist of potential targets is encouraging.Over the summer, it felt like Richard Hughes didn't really have much of a plan to replace Mohamed Salah a
  
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• Watch: Price adds second for NI in dream start against Ukraine

  02-10-2026 21:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nations League - Group B2Ukraine 0-2 Northern Ireland (19:45 BST)Ciaron Brown bundles in first Northern Ireland goal and Isaac Price adds secondWatch live on BBC Two NI and BBC iPlayerListen on BBC Radio Ulster, BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra and BBC SoundsThree changes for NI as Morrison, Devlin and Spencer start Watch: Price adds second for NI in dream start against Ukraine
  
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