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• 🙄A decision that still hurts: why Rodri said no to Madrid

  17-08-2026 21:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🙄A decision that still hurts: why Rodri said no to MadridAlthough wearing the Real Madrid shirt was his great childhood dream, Rodri Hernández has ended up signing for FC Barcelona. The Spanish midfielder prioritized the sporting project and the conviction shown by the blaugrana club over money, in a decision that, according to MARCA, has stunned Madrid fans.The lack of conviction at ValdebebasLos Blancos never showed full enthusiasm about bringing him in. In the club’s offi
  
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• Lulli could replace Molina in Roma’s XI vs Fiorentina

  24-08-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lulli could replace Molina in Roma’s XI vs FiorentinaRoma is preparing for their league debut against Fiorentina, and just hours before kickoff, new information has emerged regarding Gian Piero Gasperini’s possible options. According to Radio Manà Manà Sport, the Giallorossi coach is considering starting Emanuele Lulli, a young player born in 2007 who has gained prominence in recent weeks thanks to his performances in training camp and in summer friendlies.The potential
  
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• From Portugal: Roma reignite talks with Richard Rios

  24-08-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From Portugal: Roma reignite talks with Richard RiosRoma are once again closely monitoring the midfielder market and are reviving a path they pursued last summer. According to Portuguese portal cnnportugal.iol.pt, the Giallorossi have re-established contact for Richard Rios, a Colombian midfielder born in 2000 and currently playing for Benfica.The player had already been identified by Roma management as one of the most attractive prospects to strengthen the midfield, thanks to his physical and t
  
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• Mourinho refuses to panic over megastar’s form and delivers private message of support – report

  24-08-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho refuses to panic over megastar’s form and delivers private message of support – reportVinicius Jr. did not have the ideal start to the new La Liga season, but Jose Mourinho is in no mood to panic.The Brazilian endured a difficult evening during Real Madrid’s 2-1 win over Espanyol, struggling to find his usual influence and becoming increasingly involved in confrontations with opposition players. A yellow card followed, while the noise around his performance grew a
  
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• Elye Wahi arrives in Nice ahead of loan move from Eintracht Frankfurt

  24-08-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Elye Wahi arrives in Nice ahead of loan move from Eintracht FrankfurtElye Wahi touched down in Nice late last night ahead of his loan move to Le Gym from Eintracht Frankfurt. The Ivory Coast international also spent last season on loan at OGC Nice.Fans gathered at Nice Airport late on Sunday night to welcome Wahi. The former Olympique de Marseille, RC Lens, and Montpellier HSC forward spent the second half of last season on loan at the Allianz Riviera. It was his goals that ultimately kept the c
  
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• Girona winger Kim to undergo Rangers medical

  24-08-2026 15:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kim Min-su has played twice for Girona so far this season [Getty Images]Girona winger Kim Min-Su is expected to arrive in Glasgow in the next 48 hours before a prospective move to Rangers.The 20-year-old South Korean was loaned to second-tier Andorra last term and is set to leave Girona after their relegation from La Liga.Kim scored 19 goals in 84 appearances for Girona B and has played eight times for their senior team. At Andorra, he netted six times in 40 games and provided four assists.Range
  
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• La Masia prodigy gains prominence in the Barcelona squad after brilliant performance vs Elche

  24-08-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  La Masia prodigy gains prominence in the Barcelona squad after brilliant performance vs ElcheBarcelona kickstarted their season in a positive way, securing a comprehensive 5-0 win over Elche CF in their opening match.While much of the chatter was surrounding the performances of new signings Anthony Gordon and Karim Adeyemi, it was La Masia prodigy Xavi Espart who stole the show in defence.Starting at left-back, the youngster produced an exemplary performance, playing a key role in the build-up w
  
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• Hull City submit bid for Union Berlin’s Ilyas Ansah

  24-08-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull City submit bid for Union Berlin’s Ilyas AnsahHull City have submitted a €22m offer for Union Berlin’s Ilyas Ansah, according to Sky Germany. The newly promoted English Premier League side wants to sign the 21-year-old striker on a long-term contract, according to the report. Ansah is said to be interested in joining Hull City, with advanced negotiations between the two clubs now taking place. Ansah joined Union Berlin a year ago from Paderborn for €4m. He made a total
  
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• 🎧 Your thoughts on Millwall loss

  24-08-2026 15:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The latest episode of BBC Radio Norfolk's Canary Call podcast is out now.Phil Daley and former Norwich City goalkeeper Andy Marshall hear from you after the Canaries' defeat at Millwall.Listen below or on BBC Sounds here - and don't forget to subscribe to get each episode into your My Sounds feed.[BBC]Latest Norwich City news and analysis
  
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• AS Monaco add Stoke City’s Éric Bocat to shortlist; Burnley also in the race

  24-08-2026 15:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  AS Monaco add Stoke City’s Éric Bocat to shortlist; Burnley also in the raceStoke City full-back Éric Bocat (27) features on AS Monaco’s shortlist, as the club look to add a reinforcement at left-back, as per a report fromSacha Tavolieri.Monaco have sold two left-backs this summer. Caio Henrique left to join Ajax Amsterdam and soon after, Kassoum Ouattara, the back-up to the Brazilian, also left. The young Frenchman joined Besiktas on a permanent deal. One recruit has a
  
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• Carlos Espi opens up on dream Real Madrid debut, summer move from Levante

  24-08-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Carlos Espi opens up on dream Real Madrid debut, summer move from LevanteCarlos Espi is arguably the least notable signing made by Real Madrid this summer, and he is definitely the “smallest” name when compared to the likes of Yan Diomande, Bernardo Silva and Ibrahima Konate. However, he made the biggest impact during Los Blancos’ 2-1 victory over Espanyol on Saturday, as he scored the winning goal in the 90th minute.As per MD, Espi was asked about that moment when he spoke at
  
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• Bologna reject latest €35m bid from Atalanta for Jonathan Rowe

  24-08-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bologna reject latest €35m bid from Atalanta for Jonathan RoweAtalanta have returned with a new and improved offer for Bologna winger Jonathan Rowe worth in excess of €35m, but the Rossoblu have made it clear that they do not want to part ways with the Englishman at this stage of the summer transfer window according to multiple outlets in Italy.Bologna turn down another Atalanta bid for RoweAccording to various sources including Sky Sport Italia, Atalanta have sent a second bid to Bolo
  
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• Strasbourg’s Guéla Doué ranks as Bayer Leverkusen top target, but…

  24-08-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Strasbourg’s Guéla Doué ranks as Bayer Leverkusen top target, but…RC Strasbourg Alsace’s Guéla Doué (23) is reportedly Bayer Leverkusen’s top priority transfer target, according to information from Kicker.Whilst neither Lucas Vázquez (35), Arthur (23) nor Axel Tape (19) are considered undisputed first-team regulars at right-back, Doué could, in the eyes of the German club’s management, tick all the boxes.However, the deal l
  
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• 🎧 Divin-e intervention

  24-08-2026 15:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A new episode of BBC Radio Solent's Goin' Home podcast is now available.Adam Blackmore and former Saints midfielder Jo Tessem unpick Southampton's first win of the Championship season after Cyle Larin and Ryan Manning scored either side of Divin Mubama's first Saints goal.Listen above or on BBC Sounds here - and don't forget to subscribe to get each episode into your My Sounds feed.[BBC]Latest Southampton news and analysis
  
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• Truro boss Askey praises third clean sheet in a row

  24-08-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Truro City won 2-0 win away to Tonbridge Angels on Saturday [Shutterstock]Truro City boss John Askey praised his side's clean sheet record as they beat Tonbridge Angels 2-0 in National League South.The Tinners had to be patient for their opening goal, but it eventually came in the 53rd minute through Tyler Harvey, who slipped the ball beneath Tonbridge keeper Nathan Harness.Harvey was the man of the moment once again when in the 74th minute he collected the ball in the box and squeezed his shot
  
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• Real Madrid transfer plans: Mourinho considers squad complete but keeps one door open

  24-08-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid transfer plans: Mourinho considers squad complete but keeps one door openReal Madrid have reached the final stretch of the summer transfer window with Jose Mourinho happy to stop shopping.According to journalist Ben Fernandes Santos, the Portuguese manager considers his squad complete and is not expecting either new arrivals or departures before the window closes. The journalist reports that if the decision rested entirely with Mourinho, Real Madrid’s transfer business wou
  
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• Liverpool’s Jérémy Jacquet says atmosphere in Newcastle reminds him of Marseille stadium

  24-08-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool’s Jérémy Jacquet says atmosphere in Newcastle reminds him of Marseille stadiumJérémy Jacquet (21) made his Premier League debut for Liverpool in Sunday afternoon’s 2-2 draw against Newcastle United. The Frenchman was particularly impressed by the atmosphere at St James’ Park, as he told Canal Plus post-match.Jacquet left formative club Rennes over the summer to join Liverpool. The centre-back didn’t take long to convince the Merseysid
  
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• Defender James makes return to Wednesday

  24-08-2026 15:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sheffield Wednesday have signed Reece James on a one-year contract for the rest of this season.James was without a club, having left Rotherham United at the end of last season.The 32-year-old previously spent two years with Wednesday between 2022 and 2024, in which time he made 80 appearances for them.He only scored once in that time, but it came in the unforgettable 5-1 win over Peterborough United in the play-off semi-final in May 2023 before the Owls went on to secure promotion at Wembley."Re
  
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• Heggebo ban opens can of worms for FA - Morrison

  24-08-2026 15:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aune Heggebo has scored 10 Championship goals in 47 appearances since moving to West Brom in July 2025 [Getty Images]West Bromwich Albion head coach James Morrison says the Football Association have "opened a can of worms" over Aune Heggebo's two-match ban for deception.Jimmy-Jay Morgan's cross hit Heggebo's hand on its way into the net to give Albion the lead in their 2-1 win over Norwich City on the first day of the Championship season.The Norway international forward last week became the firs
  
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• Torquay boss critical of team after Dagenham loss

  24-08-2026 15:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Torquay United were beaten convincingly by National League South leaders Dagenham & Redbridge [Shutterstock]Torquay United boss Jimmy Ball has labelled his players as "naive" and "toothless" after they were beaten 2-0 by National League South leaders Dagenham and Redbridge.The Daggers took the lead through Davide Rodari from close range just before half-time after Callum Morton lost possession in his own half.Rodari got his second with a volley from 12 yards out in the 67th minute, but the G
  
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• ‘I have never seen that in 20 years’ – Filipe Luís full of praise for Premier League target Lamine Camara

  24-08-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘I have never seen that in 20 years’ – Filipe Luís full of praise for Premier League target Lamine CamaraAS Monaco’s sale of Aladji Bamba to Newcastle United earlier in the summer gives the Principality club hope of retaining Lamine Camara. After the Senegal international’s performance against Le Havre AC over the weekend, Filipe Luís hopes that will be the case. Camara was one of those who returned late to pre-season due to his involvement at the FIFA
  
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• Gary Neville blasts Liverpool duo Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak after Newcastle draw

  24-08-2026 15:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Florian Wirtz must "sort himself out" following a quiet display in Liverpool’s opening-day draw against Newcastle, coming off the back of a disappointing first season at Anfield.Former England and Manchester United defender Gary Neville feels the German playmaker possesses the talent to thrive in the Premier League, but was left unimpressed after he was hauled off after 60 minutes on Sunday."He needs to sort himself out. Enough’s enough now, we’ve talked about him enough. He&rs
  
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• When is the UEFA Champions League draw? How to watch live, teams qualified, full details

  24-08-2026 15:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The UEFA Champions League league phase draw takes place this week, with this stage of the competition a lot of fun as teams will find out who they are playing and when. It's fair to say the new format for the league phase has been a huge hit in the Champions League and has breathed new life into this group stage of the competition.Five Premier League teams are in the Champions League this season, with Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United, Aston Villa and Liverpool representing England's t
  
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• Ligue 1 Review | Should we be worried about Strasbourg?

  24-08-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ligue 1 Review | Should we be worried about Strasbourg?It’s lucky for Hugo Oliveira that preseason matches don’t count for much; otherwise, there’d be a lot more outside focus on the fact that after his 7th game in charge of RC Strasbourg Alsace, he’s yet to see his side win a game. Coming into the opening game of the Ligue 1 season away to Olympique de Marseille, Oliveira had watched Strasbourg lose six, draw one, and concede 21 goals across the summer. The talk fro
  
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• Arsenal add Lille striker to summer shortlist as deadline approaches

  24-08-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal add Lille striker to summer shortlist as deadline approachesLille’s Matias Fernandez-Pardo is on Arsenal’s summer shortlist as a potential late attacking signing, according to a report from France.Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty ImagesSebastien Denis reports for Foot Mercato that Arsenal have added Lille’sMatias Fernandez-Pardo to their shortlist for potential forward additions to the squad in the last week of the summer window.Denis claims the Gunners are monitoring Ferna
  
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• Newcastle United submit €45m bid for Lille forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo

  24-08-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United submit €45m bid for Lille forward Matias Fernandez-PardoNewcastle United are reported to have submitted an offer to LOSC Lille in their bid to sign Matias Fernandez-Pardo (21), according to L’Équipe. A deal worth €45m, including bonuses, is said to be on the table.Under contract with LOSC until 2029, the forward does not wish to continue his time with the northern club, despite the prospect of playing in the Champions League. Whilst he does not wish to com
  
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• Liverpool’s alarming weakness is clear and signing a new winger won’t solve it

  24-08-2026 14:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It was a treble of sorts, though not one that brought the match ball or any cause for celebration. Liverpool’s season started at Newcastle, paying tribute to a man who scored hat-tricks for both clubs, in Kevin Keegan. Ryan Gravenberch’s campaign began with passes that led to three goals. Although the inconvenient detail was that two of them were Newcastle goals.In the Dutchman’s defence, two misplaced balls, even one from a backheel, could easily be forgotten, given that he lo
  
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• Julian Alvarez future reaches breaking point as Atletico chiefs hold emergency meeting amid Barcelona interest

  24-08-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Julian Alvarez future reaches breaking point as Atletico chiefs hold emergency meeting amid Barcelona interestJulian Alvarez’s situation at Atletico Madrid appears to have reached a critical point.According to journalist Jordi Jota, an emergency meeting is currently taking place in Madrid involving Atletico CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin, manager Diego Simeone and sporting director Mateu Alemany, with the future of the Argentine forward set to be a major subject of discussion.Alvarez’s r
  
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• Journalist: Last-gasp relief cannot hide Liverpool’s biggest Iraola problem

  24-08-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Last-gasp relief cannot hide Liverpool’s biggest Iraola problemLate drama cannot disguise familiar flawsLiverpool’s last-gasp equaliser at Newcastle United provided a moment of exhilaration, but it could not conceal the problem staring Andoni Iraola in the face.Dominik Szoboszlai’s late penalty secured a 2-2 draw at St James’ Park, allowing the travelling supporters to celebrate as they descended from the away end. Once the emotion subsided, however, the natur
  
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• Bukayo Saka reveals what he did to be fit and fresh to lead Arsenal's back-to-back title hopes

  24-08-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bukayo Saka looked sharp, fresh and fired up for Arsenal as he was instrumental in their comfortable win on the opening weekend of the new Premier League season. Talk about setting the tone. And this was no accident. Saka, 24, had a short break after the World Cup and revealed he did extra fitness work and then came back early for preseason, as he was so motivated to help Arsenal get off to the best possible start as they aim to win back-to-back Premier League titles. "It was more about balancin
  
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