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• A summer of change

  06-08-2026 07:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]The 2026-27 Premier League season has not yet kicked off, but it has already made history.Nine clubs are set to begin the campaign with a new permanent manager - the highest number ever for the top flight's opening weekend.The scale of turnover has dramatically reshaped the Premier League's managerial landscape.The upheaval did not begin this summer. The 2025-26 Premier League season featured 11 managerial changes, with Forest among the clubs to make multiple appointments during the campaig
  
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• Barcelona’s second offer for Rodri rejected as Manchester City remain firm on €70 million valuation

  13-08-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona’s second offer for Rodri rejected as Manchester City remain firm on €70 million valuationBarcelona’s pursuit of Rodri has hit another obstacle, with Manchester City rejecting the club’s second offer for the Spanish midfielder.According to The Times, Barça returned with an improved proposal worth around €60 million, but it was still not enough to convince the Premier League side to open the door for a sale. City are understood to be holding out fo
  
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• Can Sunderland defy the Premier League doubters again?

  13-08-2026 07:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland finished seventh in their first season back in the Premier League [Getty Images]Sunderland were one of the stories of the 2025-26 Premier League season.Promoted from the Championship through the play-offs in May 2025, the Black Cats marked their return to the top flight after an eight-year absence with a remarkable campaign.Tipped for relegation by many, Sunderland ended the campaign in seventh to qualify for Europe for the first time since 1973.So why - outside newly promoted teams H
  
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• This could be goodbye: Liverpool legend just waiting for green light

  13-08-2026 07:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  This could be goodbye: Liverpool legend just waiting for green lightOne Liverpool legend is just waiting for the green light before leaving the club. This will be a hard goodbye.Liverpool have said three incredibly difficult goodbyes this summer. Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson were the big two, signing off against Brentford on the final match of the season.Ibrahima Konate followed them as his contract came to an end. He promptly signed for Real Madrid after five years at Anfield.Slowly but sur
  
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• Is there a chance that Manchester City will meet Chelsea’s demands for Enzo Fernandez?

  13-08-2026 07:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Is there a chance that Manchester City will meet Chelsea’s demands for Enzo Fernandez?If Manchester City are to sign Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea this summer they will have to get to work quickly. David Ornstein reported for The Athletic late last night that Chelsea had imposed a deadline on any deal that would see the Argentinian midfielder to depart the club. As per Ornstein’s report, City have until 5pm Friday to submit an offer for Enzo Fernandez. Otherwise, the combative midfield
  
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• Manchester City will not budge on their asking price to sell Rodri

  13-08-2026 07:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City will not budge on their asking price to sell RodriIf Barcelona want to complete the signing of Rodri from Manchester City, they will simply have to meet City’s asking price for the Ballon d’Or-winning midfielder. There is no if or but in that equation. That has been Manchester City’s stance ever since Barcelona’s intentions to sign Rodri became public. Rodri does have 12 months remaining on his contract with City and if Barcelona do not come to the party,
  
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• Chivas bounce back in the Leagues Cup

  13-08-2026 07:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chivas bounce back in the Leagues CupChivas ended their Leagues Cup campaign with their heads held high after defeating the Seattle Sounders 1-2 in the final group-stage match.This looked like it would be another tough game for the red-and-white side after Gallatin Sandnes broke the deadlock just 13 minutes into the match. On top of that came Bryan González’s injury.However, the Guadalajara side got back into the game with a goal from Luis Rey in the 60th minute. Then later, in the
  
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• 🚨 Another injury blow for Chivas, now they lose Bryan González

  13-08-2026 06:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Another injury blow for Chivas, now they lose Bryan GonzálezAlarm bells are ringing at Chivas, as Bryan González left the field injured during the match against the Seattle Sounders.The Chivas player showed clear signs of pain, received medical attention on the field, and had to be taken off on a stretcher, with tears in his eyes.This is far from the best situation for El Rebaño, as in addition to being out of the competition, they are also without Aguirre and Cast
  
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• Aston Villa signing Matteo Ruggeri is a clear upgrade over Pervis Estupiñán, despite the catch

  13-08-2026 06:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa signing Matteo Ruggeri is a clear upgrade over Pervis Estupiñán, despite the catchAmid Lucas Digne’s impending move back to Paris Saint-Germain, there had been uncertainty at Villa Park regarding who would succeed him at left-back.That question has seemingly been answered. Atlético Madrid’s Matteo Ruggeri is Birmingham-bound, with only the medical separating him from his official unveiling as a villain.Ruggeri’s arrival also effectively end
  
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• No-show Mike Maignan not for sale, declare Milan

  13-08-2026 06:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  No-show Mike Maignan not for sale, declare MilanAs revealed by MilanNews.it, the Rossoneri deem Mike Maignan not for sale despite the Frenchman’s recent actions.The 31-year-old goalkeeper and Milan captain did not attend club legend Franco Baresi’s funeral and has not showed up for pre-season training.He’s expected to return by August 16th, after which he’ll meet Gerry Cardinale to discuss his future. Milan maintain that they consider him a crucial part of Ruben Amorim&rs
  
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• 📸 Watch the reaction, Romaña catches Messi off guard with a hug

  13-08-2026 05:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Watch the reaction, Romaña catches Messi off guard with a hugJhohan Romaña surprised Lionel Messi during Inter Miami vs. León in the Leagues Cup by hugging him after a play that ended in a corner kick. The Argentine responded with a smile."This hug is from León, from everyone, from football, and it is for you, dear Lionel. Respect and affection," La Fiera wrote on its social media.Messi returned to action after a painful weekend following the loss of his fat
  
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• Bruno Guimarães scores penalty on Arsenal debut; watch 🎥

  13-08-2026 04:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bruno Guimarães scores penalty on Arsenal debut; watch 🎥Bruno Guimarães faced a “ghost” this Wednesday (12), fittingly in his debut as an Arsenal player.In a friendly against Como, the midfielder had to take a penalty for the first time since missing the spot kick in Brazil’s World Cup elimination.Of course, the context was completely different. But this time he struck it accurately and found the net.Over the 90 minutes, Arsenal and Como drew 1-1. Lewis-Sk
  
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• Cruzeiro and Flamengo draw in Libertadores last-16 first leg 🎥

  13-08-2026 04:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cruzeiro and Flamengo draw in Libertadores last-16 first leg 🎥Cruzeiro and Flamengo drew in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores round of 16.This Wednesday’s match (12) at Mineirão had all its goals scored in the second half.Arroyo opened the scoring with a brilliant individual play, and Lucas Paquetá equalized after pouncing on a rebound from a free kick into the box.The return leg, which will decide who advances to the quarterfinals, is scheduled for next Wednesda
  
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• 🎥 Messi returns to the pitch! And the fans roar their applause

  13-08-2026 03:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Messi returns to the pitch! And the fans roar their applauseLionel Messi returned to the pitch after the terrible loss of his father, Jorge Messi, and got some minutes in Inter Miami’s match against León on matchday three of the Leagues Cup group stage.The Argentine came onto the field at the start of the second half, amid a wave of applause.For now, the MLS side is drawing 2-2 with La Fiera, still This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You ca
  
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• Palmeiras concede late goal to draw first-leg Libertadores tie, watch 🎥

  13-08-2026 01:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Palmeiras concede late goal to draw first-leg Libertadores tie, watch 🎥Palmeiras and Cerro Porteño drew this Wednesday (12) in the first leg of the Libertadores round of 16.Flaco López opened the scoring late in the match, when Verdão had one player fewer on the field.But the Paraguayan side leveled the score in stoppage time of the second half. The officials ruled it an own goal by Carlos Miguel.Andreas Pereira was sent off with a straight red card after a clash wit
  
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• The cavalry returned to training for Manchester City as Enzo Maresca finally has his full squad to work with

  13-08-2026 01:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The cavalry returned to training for Manchester City as Enzo Maresca finally has his full squad to work withEnzo Maresca has had an opportunity to assess the majority of his Manchester City squad minus the players whose countries progressed to, or past, the quarter-final stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Maresca has begun the process of getting his ideas across to the majority of his squad throughout City’s preseason tour of Asis. Now the cavalry has begun preseason training with the rest
  
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• 🚨 Messi named on Inter Miami's bench

  13-08-2026 01:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Messi named on Inter Miami's benchLionel Messi returned to the United States after traveling to Rosario to say goodbye to his father, and tonight he is on Inter Miami’s bench.The player joins the MLS side for their latest match to face León in the Leagues Cup, where they are playing for a spot in the next round.This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
  
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• Fearless Madjo, 17, ends eight-month wait with dream Villa debut

  13-08-2026 01:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After eight months in limbo, the outcome was worth the wait for Brian Madjo. Aston Villa may have lost the Uefa Super Cup 2-1 to Paris St-Germain in Salzburg on Wednesday but the striker made an impressive impact after finally getting the chance to showcase his talent.After initially joining from Metz in January, the 17-year-old ended the frustration which has built during his 212-day wait for competitive action with a grand entrance. An England Under-17 international, the bruising forward will
  
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• Keeper Bihina stars as Cameroon upset Morocco to make Wafcon final

  13-08-2026 01:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cameroon have finished as Wafcon runners-up on three occasions and are back in the final for the first time since 2016 [EPA]Michaely Bihina was the heroine as the Cameroon goalkeeper saved an extra-time penalty and three more spot kicks in a shootout to send her side though to the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) final at the expense of host nation Morocco.The 22-year-old pushed away Fatima Tagnaout's attempt from 12 yards in the 118th minute to ensure the game in Rabat finished 0-0 a
  
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• Bundesliga 2026/27 Tactical Previews | VfL Borussia Mönchengladbach

  13-08-2026 01:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bundesliga 2026/27 Tactical Previews | VfL Borussia MönchengladbachOur Get German Football News 2026/27 Bundesliga tactical previews series rolls on with a look at – thanks to Wolfsburg’s relegation – the only “Verein für Leibesübungen” left in the German top flight. We check in with Borussia Mönchengladbach much earlier this season thanks in large part due to the fact that experienced BMG administrator Rouven Schröder wasted zero
  
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• 📋 Cruzeiro and Flamengo named for giants' clash in the Libertadores

  13-08-2026 01:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Cruzeiro and Flamengo named for giants' clash in the LibertadoresCruzeiro and Flamengo have named their lineups to kick off the showdown for a place in the Libertadores quarter-finals.The first leg takes place this Wednesday (12) at Mineirão. The return leg is scheduled for next week at the Maracanã.Whoever advances from this tie will face Tolima or Independiente del Valle in the next round.
  See below for the starting lineups:CruzeiroNew signing Wesley makes his first sta
  
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• More history made at Croke Park as Man Utd beat Leeds

  13-08-2026 00:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The roses rivals met at a sold-out Croke Park[Getty Images]Less than a month after Mayo's historic win in the All-Ireland final at Croke Park, a stadium that is famous for sliotars and the Sam Maguire played host to one of the oldest rivalries in English football on Wednesday night.With a new Premier League season approaching, the friendly gave fans of both Manchester United and Leeds United an opportunity to see their teams in action, plus witness the spectacle of a solar eclipse.The match mark
  
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• Lukaku seals 'emotional' move to Fenerbahce

  13-08-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Romelu Lukaku has played in England for Chelsea, West Bromwich Albion, Everton and Manchester United [Getty Images]Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku has joined Turkish side Fenerbahce from Napoli.The 33-year-old struggled with injuries last season and made only seven appearances in all competitions for the Serie A side.Belgium's record goalscorer returns to Turkey where he lived during the 1996-1997 season when his father Roger was playing professionally for the Super Lig club Genclerbirligi."It's a
  
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• Hull sign central defenders Mendy and Herrington

  13-08-2026 00:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nobel Mendy has won one cap for Senegal [Getty Images]Hull City have confirmed the signing of Senegal defender Nobel Mendy from Rayo Vallecano for a club record fee, while they have also recruited fellow centre-back Lucas Herrington from Colorado Rapids.Mendy, 21, joins on a five-year contract, with an option for a further year.The fee was undisclosed, but the Tigers say it surpasses the £20m plus add-ons that was paid earlier this month for Greece goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis from Oly
  
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• Galatasaray submit Martinelli bid - Thursday's gossip

  13-08-2026 00:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal have received an offer from Galatasaray for Gabriel Martinelli, Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi could also leave the Gunners for Chelsea and Newcastle push for Benfica defender Amar Dedic.Galatasaray have submitted a 45m euros bid (£38.4m) to Arsenal for 25-year-old Brazil forward Gabriel Martinelli. (Florian Plettenberg)Arsenal are open to selling Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi for at least £77m, with Chelsea a strong contender to sign the 27-year-old. (Teamtalk)Aston V
  
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• Chelsea set Friday deadline over £120m Fernandez

  12-08-2026 23:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Enzo Fernandez was in full training under new manager Xabi Alonso for the first time on Wednesday afternoon [Getty Images]Chelsea have set a Friday deadline for offers of £120m or more from clubs interested in midfielder Enzo Fernandez.The Argentina international, 25, has faced uncertainty over his future at Stamford Bridge since March, when he first raised the possibility of a move to Real Madrid.Around that time, his agent Javier Pastore publicly stated his client was underpaid and wante
  
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• Fernandes the centre of attention - but what next for Man Utd captain?

  12-08-2026 23:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes poses for a selfie with a young fan during the pre-season game with Leeds at Croke Park [Getty Images]Bruno Fernandes was the centre of attention in every sense on a historic night at Croke Park.One of the biggest cheers of the evening from a sell-out crowd for the first 'soccer' match between English teams at the 82,500-capacity home of the Gaelic Athletic Association came after an hour of Manchester United's pre-season game with Leeds, when Fernandes'
  
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• Watch highlights after PSG beat Aston Villa to win Uefa Super Cup

  12-08-2026 23:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG beat Aston Villa to lift Uefa Super Cup - watch BBC One highlights at top of pageDoue scores second-half winner after VAR check for offsideMadjo, 17, had equalised after Kvaratskhelia smashed French side aheadEuropean champions PSG win competition for second season runningFind out more about the Uefa Super Cup here Watch highlights after PSG beat Aston Villa to win Uefa Super Cup
  
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• Myles Lewis-Skelly scores in Arsenal friendly with Como as transfer speculation continues

  12-08-2026 23:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Myles Lewis-Skelly appeared to underline his commitment to Arsenal after setting aside transfer speculation to score in Wednesday’s 1-1 friendly draw with Italian club Como.The 19-year-old has been linked with the Gunners’ Premier League rivals Chelsea and Manchester United amid uncertainty over his future.Starting in midfield, he capitalised on an error from Como goalkeeper Jean Butez to slot the hosts ahead in the 33rd minute at Emirates Stadium.Lewis-Skelly then made a heart sign
  
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• Manchester United beat Leeds on penalties after pre-season draw at Croke Park

  12-08-2026 23:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Noussair Mazraoui scored the decisive spot-kick as Manchester United beat Leeds 5-4 in a penalty shoot-out after their pre-season friendly at Dublin’s Croke Park finished 1-1.There was the rare sight of Bruno Fernandes missing from the spot before it went to sudden death, but after James Justin’s effort struck the crossbar, Mazraoui finished the job.Joshua Zirkzee had fired United in front in the 16th minute, set up by the excellent Bryan Mbeumo.But Leeds drew level with the first re
  
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