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• Agent makes Kayode transfer prediction after goal on Italy debut

  29-09-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Agent makes Kayode transfer prediction after goal on Italy debutMichael Kayode scored on his Italy debut on Monday, and his agent feels the Brentford defender will remain in the Premier League ‘for many years.’Brentford defender Kayode grabbed headlines thanks to his goal on his senior Italy debut on Monday, when he helped the Azzurri snatch a 4-1 away win against Turkiye.Agent: Kayode will play in the Premier League ‘for many years’BURSA, TURKEY – SEPTEMBER 28: Mic
  
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• Ligue 1 sides clubs see academy as silver bullet amid financial crisis

  01-10-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ligue 1 sides clubs see academy as silver bullet amid financial crisisAmid the financial crisis, some clubs in France’s top-flight see the development of their academies as some form of silver bullet. With TV rights revenue through the floor, player-trading models are seen as volatile and unstable but also necessary by many. In an exclusive interview with Get French Football News, Sébastien Muet, the director of AS Monaco’s academy, La Diagonale, spoke about the issue. “
  
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• Official: Real Madrid urge UEFA to conduct Negreira case investigation ‘as quickly as possible’

  01-10-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Real Madrid urge UEFA to conduct Negreira case investigation ‘as quickly as possible’On the back of UEFA issuing a statement confirming that they have opened an investigation into FC Barcelona with regard to the Negreira case, Real Madrid have come out with a statement of their own, urging the organisation to conduct the investigation in a swift manner.UEFA confirmed earlier today that they had received a detailed dossier from Los Blancos, which included statements and pote
  
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• Just in: UEFA begin investigation in Negreira case after Real Madrid submit dossier against Barcelona

  01-10-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Just in: UEFA begin investigation in Negreira case after Real Madrid submit dossier against BarcelonaUEFA has opened an investigation into FC Barcelona in connection with the Negreira case after receiving an extensive dossier from Real Madrid. The material contains around 50,000 pages, thousands of documents and statements from various parties.UEFA’s official statementUEFA confirmed that it had received the documentation from Real Madrid and that its ethics and disciplinary inspectors woul
  
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• Brentford star Michael Kayode’s agent reveals why player left Fiorentina

  01-10-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brentford star Michael Kayode’s agent reveals why player left FiorentinaBrentford star Michael Kayode is now thriving for club and country but not long ago, he was on the books of Serie A side Fiorentina. He came through the club’s youth setup but after a season of regular football, he was moved on.Brentford signed him on an initial loan deal in the January of 2025, leading to the move being made permanent in the summer of 2025.Some weeks ago, Kayode was called up to the Italian nati
  
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• Frattesi and Carlos Augusto agent ‘furious with Inter, but they know that’

  01-10-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Frattesi and Carlos Augusto agent ‘furious with Inter, but they know that’Beppe Riso, the agent representing Davide Frattesi and Carlos Augusto reveals he is ‘furious with Inter, but they already know that’ and explains how the Lazio move came about.Frattesi had grown increasingly frustrated at the lack of regular playing time he received with the Nerazzurri, and agent Riso never held back on the club.After several months of trying to push through a transfer, the midfield
  
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• Alexis Mac Allister poised to replace Lionel Messi after Argentina retirement

  01-10-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alexis Mac Allister poised to replace Lionel Messi after Argentina retirementAlexis Mac Allister revival shows why Liverpool must act on contract talksFootball has a habit of making fools of all of us. One bad season and the verdicts roll in, the shoulders shrug, the talk turns to moving players on. Alexis Mac Allister knows all about that. After a grim 2025/26 by his standards, plenty had him marked down as one Liverpool should cash in on. A few weeks into 2026/27, that already looks like a rus
  
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• Just in: UEFA reopen investigation into Barcelona in the Negreira case following Real Madrid complaint

  01-10-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Just in: UEFA reopen investigation into Barcelona in the Negreira case following Real Madrid complaintIn a major development, UEFA has confirmed that it has received a substantial dossier of documents from Real Madrid relating to the ongoing investigation into FC Barcelona in connection with the Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira case.In an official statement, UEFA confirmed that they had received the documents submitted by Real Madrid and that they had begun looking into the matter.“UEFA confir
  
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• Just in: UEFA open investigation into Barcelona in the Negreira case following Real Madrid complaint

  01-10-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Just in: UEFA open investigation into Barcelona in the Negreira case following Real Madrid complaintIn a major development, UEFA has confirmed that it has received a substantial dossier of documents from Real Madrid relating to the ongoing investigation into FC Barcelona in connection with the Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira case.In an official statement, UEFA confirmed that they had received the dossier submitted by Real Madrid and that they had begun looking into the matter.“UEFA confirms h
  
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• Victor Munoz reveals World Cup lesson that could help his Liverpool career

  01-10-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Victor Munoz reveals World Cup lesson that could help his Liverpool careerVictor Munoz has revealed the World Cup lesson that could help his Liverpool career.Munoz was a member of Spain’s side that won the tournament but did not appear due to an injury.The 23-year-old has since enjoyed an impressive start to life at Liverpool, scoring one goal in six appearances across all competitions.Munoz, while speaking at a press conference, revealed the lesson he learned from being sidelined during t
  
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• 'Worrying signs but not a crisis yet'

  01-10-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]We asked you to rate Celtic's season and tell us what Martin O'Neill should be focusing on during the international break.Here are some of your comments:Kevin: Team looks short of quality in defence, central midfield, wide players and we don't know who our No.1 striker is. Yes, we are top of the table, but we struggle against anyone with an organised defence and one or two quick players up top. So much works needs to be done, but is the manager and coaching staff up to the task?Jamie: We ha
  
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• RFEF president insists 2030 World Cup final will be hosted in Madrid or Barcelona

  01-10-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  RFEF president insists 2030 World Cup final will be hosted in Madrid or BarcelonaSpeaking to the media this week ahead of the Spain U-20s match against Mexico, the president of the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), Rafael Louzan, addressed the topic of the 2030 FIFA World Cup final hosting rights.The next World Cup will be jointly hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, while Paraguay, Argentina and Uruguay will also be involved in the centenary celebrations of the tournament.Real Madrid&rsquo
  
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• Injured O'Reilly withdraws from England squad

  01-10-2026 16:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico O'Reilly played for England at the 2026 World Cup [Getty Images]Nico O'Reilly has withdrawn from the England squad for their final two Nations League matches of the international break because of injury.The left-back played the full game for manager Thomas Tuchel's side in the 3-2 defeat by Spain but missed Tuesday's 2-0 win against the Czech Republic.O'Reilly has now returned to club side Manchester City for "further assessment" and will miss the trip to Croatia on Saturday and the return
  
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• Gilardino: ‘I’m an orchestra conductor for Parma, past is a treasure’

  01-10-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gilardino: ‘I’m an orchestra conductor for Parma, past is a treasure’Alberto Gilardino finds it ‘emotional’ to be back at Parma as a coach, is ready to take a more attacking approach than Carlos Cuesta and be ‘an orchestra conductor.’The Ducali made the decision to terminate Cuesta’s contract by mutual consent after fundamental disagreements emerged between the club and their coach.The opportunity afforded by the long break for international duty s
  
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• 🗣️ Have your say: what does Germany need to get back on top?

  01-10-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗣️ Have your say: what does Germany need to get back on top?Can Klopp turn them into a monster again?This Thursday evening, Germany hosts Serbia (8:45 p.m.), four days after the defeat against Greece (0-1).The first setback of the Klopp era, which led the German press to conclude that he would not be able to work magic, despite the anticipation and excitement sparked by the appointment of the former Liverpool manager.Held to a draw by the Netherlands (1-1) in their Nations League
  
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• Plymouth Argyle striker Oseni suffers injury blow

  01-10-2026 16:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Owen Oseni has suffered an injury-hit start to the 2026-27 season [Shutterstock]Plymouth Argyle's Nigeria striker Owen Oseni could be out until the end of November after suffering a ankle injury.The 23-year-old was forced off after 33 minutes of the Pilgrims' 5-1 win over Crystal Palace Under-21s in the Jersey Mike's Trophy on 22 September. Oseni, who won his first cap for Nigeria in May, had just returned to action after suffering a thigh injury late in pre-season."Because it's an ankle he's in
  
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• Australia 'fixated' on Herrington's development

  01-10-2026 16:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]When Hull City announced the signing of 18-year-old Australia defender Lucas Herrington from Colorado Rapids, the news was perhaps overshadowed by the arrival of record signing Nobel Mendy, who joined the Tigers on the same day.But Herrington's beginning to life with Hull City, making three starts in seven appearances, has led to him being highlighted as one of Sergej Jakirovic's key summer recruits.Alex O'Neill of Hull City Australia's supporters' club, told BBC Radio Humberside a
  
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• Germany national team | 21 players scored on Jürgen Klopp’s mid-term report card

  01-10-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany national team | 21 players scored on Jürgen Klopp’s mid-term report cardGermany’s first international window under Jürgen Klopp is halfway complete. The first of the new Bundestrainer’s two radically different squads has packed its bags after collecting just one point from six available in the opening two fixtures of the 2026/27 UEFA Nations League. A 1-1 draw against Xavi Hernandez’s Netherlands in Amsterdam and an excruciatingly poor 0-1 loss
  
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• 'It's a process' - Binks urges patience with Scotland

  01-10-2026 16:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]Luis Binks has urged onlookers to see Scotland's new regime as "a process" after picking up one point from their opening two Nations League fixtures.Saturday's 0-0 draw in Slovenia - Sebastien Pocognoli's first match in charge - was followed by a 3-0 defeat at home by Switzerland, with Jack Hendry sent off early on for the hosts at Hampden."I know people won't want to hear it, but it is a process," said defender Binks, who made his debut against the Swiss."Maybe it will take a bit more time
  
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• RFEF president pushing for the 2030 World Cup final to be played in Barcelona or Madrid

  01-10-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  RFEF president pushing for the 2030 World Cup final to be played in Barcelona or MadridRafael Louzan, president of the RFEF, spoke to the media today at a public appearance, where he made it clear that he wants Spain to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup final, leaving the door open for it to be played at either the Spotify Camp Nou or the Bernabeu.The 2030 World Cup will be jointly hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco, with Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay also involved in the tournament’s cent
  
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• Inside Italy’s training: We saw Mancini’s potential XI as 9 players dropped

  01-10-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inside Italy’s training: We saw Mancini’s potential XI as 9 players droppedFootball Italia attended Italy’s final training session ahead of tomorrow’s away clash with France.Click here to subscribe to Football Italia’s official YouTube channel.The Italy squad trains at Coverciano ahead of a Nations League match away against France on October 1, 2026 (picture: Lorenzo Bettoni)Coach Roberto Mancini once again tested a 4-3-3 formation, with two players competing for ea
  
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• How Cagliari are beating the odds and surprising the Serie A

  01-10-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How Cagliari are beating the odds and surprising the Serie AFew European leagues can boast the kind of start to the season Serie A have had. The Italian top flight has emerged right out the gates as one of the leagues to watch this term on the basis of how many teams have begun punching above their weight as well as how many have had underwhelming starts five games in.Among the odds-beating sides are Cagliari, who are interesting not just in terms of how they have started proceedings in the new
  
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• Former Southend striker Walker dies aged 38

  01-10-2026 16:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Walker played for Southend between 2008 and 2010 [Getty Images]Southend United said they were "deeply saddened" following the death of former striker James Walker at the age of 38.Walker made 54 appearances for the Essex club between 2008 and 2010, scoring eight goals.A product of Charlton Athletic's academy, Walker also represented Hartlepool United, Bristol Rovers, Leyton Orient, Notts County, Yeovil Town and Gillingham, before suffering a cardiac arrest in 2019 which resulted in significant p
  
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• Official: Supercoppa Italiana Inter vs. Lazio set for December 22

  01-10-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Supercoppa Italiana Inter vs. Lazio set for December 22It is now official that the Supercoppa Italiana will be played on Tuesday December 22 between Inter and Lazio at San Siro, ending the Final Four format.The trophy has traditionally been a pre-season clash between the Scudetto winners and the holders of the Coppa Italia.In recent years, it transformed to be largely hosted abroad in China or Saudi Arabia, and adopted a Final Four format where there were semi-finals involving the runn
  
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• Was penalty for Williamson handball correct call?

  01-10-2026 16:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]By now, you will likely have seen Leah Williamson's bizarre error that resulted in Arsenal letting a two-goal lead slip to draw 2-2 with Paris FC on Wednesday in the Women's Champions League.With the Gunners leading 2-1 late on, England captain Williamson stopped a short goal-kick with her hand - believing it had not been taken - only for a penalty being awarded to the hosts, scored by Maeline Mendy.While Arsenal felt hard done to, the guidance on such incidents state that the decision to a
  
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• ⚠️Nico O'Reilly leaves England camp and returns to City

  01-10-2026 16:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ⚠️Nico O'Reilly leaves England camp and returns to CityBreaking news has shaken the Three Lions camp in Croatia. Youngster Nico O'Reilly has left the England squad to return to Manchester City’s facilities.
  Immediate return for medical checksThe Football Association confirmed that the player left the international camp in order to undergo further medical assessment by his club’s medical staff. Although the severity of the issue has not been specified, the decision is int
  
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• The 4 Arsenal players up for Player of the Month

  01-10-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 4 Arsenal players up for Player of the MonthArsenal have nominated the four candidates for their September Player of the Month award, following four wins in five games for the team.Photo by Stu Forster/Getty ImagesWith Arsenal’s September fixtures at an end, the club have put up their four nominees for the September Player of the Month award.Following Riccardo Calafiori’swin in August, four new candidates are in contention, with Bruno Guimaraes, David Raya, Ezri Konsa, and Martin
  
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• Real Madrid lift sanction imposed on Castilla midfielder following dispute with manager – report

  01-10-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid lift sanction imposed on Castilla midfielder following dispute with manager – reportAccording to AS, Real Madrid youngster Jorge Cestero will be available for Castilla for tomorrow’s match against Atletico Madrileno at the Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium.The disciplinary sanction imposed by the club, following his disagreement with manager Julian Lopez de Lerma, that kept the midfielder out of the clash against Alcorcon is now considered a thing of the past. Internally, the si
  
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• New PSG signing on advice his national manager gave him about missing four dribbles in a row

  01-10-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New PSG signing on advice his national manager gave him about missing four dribbles in a rowMika Godts plans to keep playing his natural game even as he adapts to life at PSG, where things are quite different to Ajax.If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content.Mika Godts has been speaking about his playing style while on Belgium duty.PSG fans have yet to see much of their summer signing, but
  
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• 7 Serie A players could be involved for France against Italy in Nations League test

  01-10-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  7 Serie A players could be involved for France against Italy in Nations League testItaly are due to take on France at the Stade de France in Paris on Friday evening, and could potentially come up against seven Serie A players on the night.The France vs. Italy match will be Zinedine Zidane’s first home match in charge of the France national team after replacing Didier Deschamps as head coach of Les Bleues. The former Juventus star summoned seven different Serie A players up for his first in
  
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