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• A hero at just 18! World Cup star could knock out his second home

  09-07-2026 16:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A hero at just 18! World Cup star could knock out his second homeWhile other footballers need years to become heroes of their country, Ayyoub Bouaddi needed just one game. In Morocco, the 18-year-old was still largely unknown before the World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico, but right now he is being celebrated by the fans with sheer euphoria.He dribbled his way past the Brazilians and straight into the hearts of the supporters. It was especially his performance in Morocco’s fi
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona fixture schedule for the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League first round

  29-08-2026 13:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona fixture schedule for the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League first roundBarcelona now know the road they must go through in the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League league phase, with Hansi Flick’s side beginning their European campaign at home before facing a potentially decisive trip to Paris shortly before the first Clasico of the season.The Blaugrana will open their Champions League campaign against Feyenoord at Spotify Camp Nou on Wednesday, September 9, with kick-off schedule
  
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• Official Champions League fixtures: Inter and Napoli debut against Real Madrid and Arsenal

  29-08-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official Champions League fixtures: Inter and Napoli debut against Real Madrid and ArsenalInter and Roma begin their Champions League campaign away at Real Madrid and Fenerbahçe, respectively, while Napoli will host Arsenal and Como will meet RB Leipzig at the Stadio Sinigaglia.UEFA has released the fixture list for the league phase of the Champions League.Inter will start their Champions League journey away in Madrid. They’ll face José Mourinho’s Real Madrid on Septemb
  
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• Hamburg intensify Zakaria El Ouahdi pursuit, Arthur remains alternative

  29-08-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hamburg intensify Zakaria El Ouahdi pursuit, Arthur remains alternativeHamburger SV continue to pursue the signing of KRC Genk right-back Zakaria El Ouahdi as sporting director Claus Costa seeks to resolve one of the squad’s most obvious remaining deficiencies before the transfer deadline. According to the Hamburger Abendblatt, HSV have already reached a basic agreement with the 24-year-old Moroccan international.Belgian transfer reporter Sacha Tavolieri reports that the Bundesliga club ar
  
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• Jose Mourinho sees only one position for Real Madrid captain

  29-08-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho sees only one position for Real Madrid captainAs Real Madrid’s captain, Federico Valverde has been one of the first names on the team sheet for several years now. Yet, he has barely ever stayed fixated on a single position.Despite being one of the team’s most important players over the years, the Uruguayan star has been used as a Swiss-knife by manager after manager who have all praised him for his versatility.As a result, he has played as a full-back, a defensive midfi
  
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• Forest to bid £40m for Everton teenager Armstrong

  29-08-2026 13:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harrison Armstrong started in Everton's 2-0 win against Crystal Palace last week [Getty Images]Nottingham Forest have launched an ambitious bid to sign Everton's teenage midfielder Harrison Armstrong.Forest are keen to strengthen before the end of the transfer window and, as reported by The Athletic, are preparing to offer £40m plus a potential sell-on clause to clinch a deal for Armstrong.It would be a major surprise should Everton sanction a deal, but there is hope at Forest that they ca
  
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• Barcelona target Julian Alvarez speaks to Mikel Arteta but refuses to open door to Arsenal transfer

  29-08-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona target Julian Alvarez speaks to Mikel Arteta but refuses to open door to Arsenal transferArsenal’s hopes of signing Barcelona target Julian Alvarez appear to be fading, with David Ornstein reporting on TNT Sports that a move to the Emirates Stadium is currently considered unlikely.The journalist mentions that the Argentine forward has spoken directly with Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta about a potential transfer but has made it clear that he does not want to join the north London c
  
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• Arsenal Champions League fixtures 2026-27 confirmed, dates and kick-off times

  29-08-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Champions League fixtures 2026-27 confirmed, dates and kick-off timesThe Gunners will begin away to Napoli on 9 September before facing a demanding schedule that includes Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesArsenal have learned the dates for their eight Champions League league-phase fixtures, with the 2026-27 campaign beginning away to SSC Napoli on 9 September.UEFA completed the league-phase draw on Thursday afternoon, confirming the
  
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• Don’t make plans! Here’s the 2026/27 Champions League calendar 📆

  29-08-2026 13:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Don’t make plans! Here’s the 2026/27 Champions League calendar 📆UEFA has officially announced the full schedule for the Champions League league phase for the 2026/27 season. The opening eight matchdays promise thrilling clashes from the very first week of competition in September.The action will get underway between 8 and 10 September 2026. Standout fixtures on the opening matchday include Real Madrid C.F. against Inter Milan, Liverpool FC versus Atlético de Madrid, an
  
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• Orsolini: Serie A clubs ‘called me’ before Bologna extension, I have one Italy hope

  29-08-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Orsolini: Serie A clubs ‘called me’ before Bologna extension, I have one Italy hopeBologna winger Riccardo Orsolini reveals he received calls from Serie A clubs before he extended his contract with the Rossoblu and hopes the Italy national team ‘regains connection with the fans.’Bologna winger Orsolini spoke about his recent contract extension until 2031 in an interview with Il Resto Del Carlino.“Many said it was a matter of money, but it’s not true. If it was
  
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• Hansi Flick one La Liga title away from joining Pep Guardiola and Johan Cruyff in Barcelona history

  29-08-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick one La Liga title away from joining Pep Guardiola and Johan Cruyff in Barcelona historyHansi Flick has already established himself as one of Barcelona’s most successful modern managers, but the German now has the chance to achieve something that would place him in exceptionally rare company in the club’s history.Flick has begun his third season at Barcelona with a trophy record that speaks for itself. Two La Liga titles, two Spanish Super Cups and a Copa del Rey have
  
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• Bayer Leverkusen close in on Guéla Doué as late window squad clearout accelerates

  29-08-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayer Leverkusen close in on Guéla Doué as late window squad clearout acceleratesBayer Leverkusen’s extensive summer rebuild could yet produce another major arrival before the transfer window closes, with Racing Strasbourg right-back Guéla Doué emerging as the club’s priority target. Kicker reports that Leverkusen have already secured the 23-year-old Cote d’Ivoire international’s basic commitment to a move. Doué is reportedly pushing for
  
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• Fofana waits for Roma, talks with Chelsea for Gittens continue

  29-08-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fofana waits for Roma, talks with Chelsea for Gittens continueRoma is working on several fronts in these final hours of the transfer market. From the Balerdi deal nearing completion, to the suggestion of selling El Aynaoui and snubbing Juventus by bringing Kessié to the capital, to the main objective: strengthening their attack. D’Amico would like to satisfy Gasperini’s request for a right-footed left winger to complete a unit currently bereft of a player capable of bursting t
  
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• Report: Newcastle United ready to cash in on transfer flop already

  29-08-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United ready to cash in on transfer flop alreadyNewcastle Transfer News: Nick Woltemade Exit Looms After Difficult First YearNewcastle United are moving towards one of the most striking transfer decisions of the summer, with talkSPORT reporting that Nick Woltemade is available for sale only a year after arriving in a club-record £69million deal from Stuttgart. For a player signed amid major expectation, the speed of this development says plenty about where things stand un
  
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• Víctor Muñoz set for full debut as Liverpool host Forest

  29-08-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Víctor Muñoz set for full debut as Liverpool host ForestToday's Games 2026-08-29T10:58:06ZLiverpool defender Milos Kerkez will make a milestone appearance this afternoon.  2026-08-29T10:47:46ZFirst up, Liverpool play host to Nottingham Forest at Anfield. Here's a reminder of the starting lineups as the Reds' new signing, Víctor Muñoz, is set for his full debut.  2026-08-29T10:45:01ZGood afternoon and welcome to OneFootball's live coverage of Saturday's Premi
  
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• Forest miss chances early on at Liverpool

  29-08-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Forest miss chances early on at LiverpoolToday's Games 2026-08-29T11:48:33ZForest come forward again with intent and Jesus' goal-bound strike is blocked behind for a corner.  2026-08-29T11:43:44ZCHANCE FORESTIgor Jesus controls in a dangerous area and fires toward goal. Jeremy Jacquet is alert and diverts behind for a Forest corner. 2026-08-29T11:39:26ZCody Gakpo gets into a dangerous position and is about to shoot, but Neco Williams gets back to make a last-ditch challenge.  2026-08-2
  
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• Leao leaves Milan for Galatasaray: ‘Thanks for everything’ – video

  29-08-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leao leaves Milan for Galatasaray: ‘Thanks for everything’ – videoRafael Leao is flying out to Istanbul to undergo his medical tests with Galatasaray: ‘Thanks for everything, ‘ he said before leaving. ‘ I’ve felt at home since day one.’Portuguese winger Leao is ready to join Galatasaray. Last night, he was at San Siro for Milan’s 2-0 loss against Venezia, but was not available and spoke to journalists after the final whistle.Leao: I’ve
  
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• Barcelona prioritising specific defensive profile and shortlist target as deadline day nears

  29-08-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona prioritising specific defensive profile and shortlist target as deadline day nearsThe centre-back has been a priority for Barcelona all summer, and has sat at the top of the club’s list of positions to be reinforced alongside the centre-forward department.As deadline day nears, the club are increasingly close to closing the window without any big centre-forwards’ arrival. The defence, however, remains an active operation.There has been talk in recent days of Barcelona being
  
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• Blues 'got it together' - Davies on win at Wrexham

  29-08-2026 12:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Welshman Chris Davies is unbeaten in five meetings with Wrexham since becoming Birmingham City boss [Mark Cosgrove - NurPhoto via Getty Images]Birmingham City boss Chris Davies says his Blues team has 'got ourselves together' as they bounced back from Tuesday night's embarrassing home 6-1 Carabao Cup hammering by Brentford to win at Wrexham.Despite all the personal criticism that came his way in midweek, the under-pressure Davies was confident that his players would turn it round.And, sure enoug
  
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• Fulham in talks for Rayo Vallecano defender Ratiu

  29-08-2026 12:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andrei Ratiu has played 104 games for Rayo Vallecano [Getty Images]Fulham are in talks to sign Romania defender Andrei Ratiu from Rayo Vallecano.Talks are continuing over a deal for the 28-year-old, who is open to a move to Craven Cottage.Alvaro Arbeloa's side are looking to strengthen in defence. Ratiu is primarily a right-back but is capable of playing in other positions.Romania-born Ratiu has spent almost his entire club career in Spain since joining Villarreal's academy, apart from a loan sp
  
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• Jesse Bisiwu talks Barcelona move, Lamine, Raphinha, De Jong, Kounde, adaptation

  29-08-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jesse Bisiwu talks Barcelona move, Lamine, Raphinha, De Jong, Kounde, adaptationJesse Bisiwu completed his transfer from Club Brugge to Barcelona at the end of July this year, and is much hyped as a youth signing who has sky-high potential.The youngster made Hansi Flick’s pre-season list last month and travelled with Barcelona for the first-team’s friendly clashes. In that, he scored two goals in ten minutes on the field against Basel.Most recently, he played in an official game for
  
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• 🚨 Liverpool-Nott.Forest, Iraola backs Víctor Muñoz to start

  29-08-2026 12:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Liverpool-Nott.Forest, Iraola backs Víctor Muñoz to startAfter last week’s draw at St. James’ Park, Liverpool face a key fixture today.The Reds begin the season at home against Nottingham Forest. Oliver Glasner’s side will look to cause an upset at Anfield in the match that opens Saturday’s Premier League action. The starting lineups have already been confirmed, and Andoni Iraola has made his intentions clear with his selection.Víctor Mu&nti
  
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• Hospitalised Goodwin to miss Dundee United's Kilmarnock trip

  29-08-2026 12:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jim Goodwin is said to be in "good spirits", despite being admitted to hospital [SNS]Jim Goodwin will be missing from Dundee United's dugout against Kilmarnock on Saturday after taking ill and being admitted to hospital on Thursday, the Scottish Premiership club have confirmed.Assistant Lee Sharp took first-team training at United's St Andrews base on Friday and also assumed pre-match media duties in 44-year-old Goodwin's absence.He could not say at the time whether the Irishman would return for
  
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• Mourinho talks Cucurella, Diomande, Vinicius, Mbappe, Bellingham ahead of Real Madrid vs Malaga

  29-08-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho talks Cucurella, Diomande, Vinicius, Mbappe, Bellingham ahead of Real Madrid vs MalagaReal Madrid will be gunning for their third straight victory in the 2026/27 La Liga when they host Malaga tomorrow at the Santiago Bernabeu.Los Blancos have made a solid start to the new era under Jose Mourinho, winning their first two matches against RCD Espanyol and Real Sociedad.And, the Portuguese tactician will be eager for his team to build on the positive momentum and set the tone early in the L
  
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• Liverpool and Forest name XIs for PL clash

  29-08-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool and Forest name XIs for PL clashLiverpool and Nottingham Forest go head to head in the Premier League this afternoon.
  Andoni Iraola will make his competitive debut at Anfield as the new Reds boss and the Merseysiders look to build on a 2-2 comeback draw at Newcastle.Forest have made a slow start under Oliver Glasner and face another tough test in Liverpool.The Tricky Trees fell to back-to-back defeats against Leeds in the past week.Here are the starting lineups at Anfield, where V
  
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• 🚨 BREAKING: Liverpool and Forest name XIs for PL clash

  29-08-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 BREAKING: Liverpool and Forest name XIs for PL clashLiverpool and Nottingham Forest go head to head in the Premier League this afternoon.
  Andoni Iraola will make his competitive debut at Anfield as the new Reds boss as the Merseysiders look to build on a 2-2 comeback draw at Newcastle.Forest have made a slow start under Oliver Glasner and face another tough test in Liverpool.The Tricky Trees fell to back-to-back defeats against Leeds in the past week.Here are the starting lineups at An
  
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• 🎥 Favourite for the Ballon d'Or? Mourinho is clear 🤨

  29-08-2026 12:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Favourite for the Ballon d'Or? Mourinho is clear 🤨The debate over the Ballon d'Or has exploded once again following the latest remarks from José Mourinho. The Portuguese coach, always direct and unfiltered, shared his own view of what this award really represents in modern football.For "The Special One," the individual trophy should reward pure talent and not just winning titles: "For me, the Ballon d'Or has to go to those players who, when they retire, we miss forever.
  
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• Balerdi set for Roma transfer from Marseille

  29-08-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Balerdi set for Roma transfer from MarseilleMultiple sources in Italy claim that Argentine defender Leonardo Balerdi is set to join Roma on loan with an option to buy from Olympique Marseille.Roma have practically secured an agreement to sign Balerdi from Marseille.Balerdi set for Roma transferMARSEILLE, FRANCE – NOVEMBER 25: Leonardo Balerdi of Olympique de Marseille reacts during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD5 match between Olympique de Marseille and Newcastle United
  
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• Everton Starting XI vs Bournemouth: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

  29-08-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Starting XI vs Bournemouth: Confirmed Team News and Predicted LineupEverton Team News and Predicted XI for Bournemouth as Moyes Faces Early Selection CallEverton go to Bournemouth with six points of encouragement and one obvious problem. David Moyes has his side organised, they have opened the Premier League campaign with a win and a clean sheet, and they followed it with a comfortable Carabao Cup result at Preston. That is the good part. The less convenient part sits in midfield, where
  
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• Report: Newcastle United making late move to sign forward

  29-08-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United making late move to sign forwardNewcastle Transfer Latest: Fernandez-Pardo Deal Far From StraightforwardNewcastle United’s search for a new attacking addition appears to be entering a decisive phase, with The Telegraph reporting that any move for Fernandez-Pardo remains complicated despite the long-running interest.There has been noise around this one for some time, but the message coming out of the market remains clear. “Sources have urged caution since the
  
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