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• Ajax defender set for Lommel switch

  19-08-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ajax defender set for Lommel switchAjax defender Tristan Gooijer looks set to leave the club in the coming days. The 21-year-old defender will swap Ajax and Dutch football for Lommel and Belgian football. Lommel, led by former Hibs and Bristol City manager Lee Johnson, are part of the City Group. They have been within the multi-club model since 2020 and won promotion for the first time to the topflight as part of the City Group last season. Mike Verweijj is reporting that Lommel will spend aroun
  
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• Rice To Start, Guimaraes On The Bench | 4-3-3 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs Coventry City

  19-08-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rice To Start, Guimaraes On The Bench | 4-3-3 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs Coventry CityArsenal will welcome Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium this Friday night as they look to secure a win in their Premier League season opener. The Gunners managed to earn an impressive 3-0 victory over Manchester City in the Community Shield final earlier this month, which should keep them in good spirits going into this game.Mikel Arteta will set his men up in a 4-3-3 formation and is expected to make one t
  
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• Report Ricci ready for Como on loan with option to buy from Milan

  19-08-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Ricci ready for Como on loan with option to buy from MilanIt’s reported Como have agreed to take Milan midfielder Samuele Ricci on loan with an option to buy, but it cannot be completed until space is made with a sale.There had been suggestions all summer that Ricci was not part of new coach Ruben Amorim’s plans, and his playing time with the Rossoneri has been irregular since the €23m plus add-ons move from Torino last summer.He made 34 competitive appearances, scoring o
  
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• Champions League play-off: LASK have stunning early effort ruled out against Celtic

  19-08-2026 21:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Listen to Sportsound commentary from Celtic ParkStunning Usor effort ruled out inside first minuteSummer signings Baur, Duran and Hogh all startCeltic one tie away from Champions LeagueAustria's LASK welcome Scottish champions to Linz next Tuesday Champions League play-off: LASK have stunning early effort ruled out against Celtic
  
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• 'Two complete performances' required to get by 'quality' Gent - Gray

  19-08-2026 21:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  "I think they've got a wee bit of everything," David Gray says of Hibernian's Conference League opponents, KAA Gent.Nae pressure, then, Hibs. The Belgian Pro League outfit host Gray's side in the first leg of their play-off tie and he is under no illusions "two complete performances" will be required in their quest to create history and reach the group/league phase of a European competition for the first time."This is by far the toughest test we've had in Europe so far," the head coach told BBC
  
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• Ligue 1 🇫🇷: PSG clear favourites, Filipe Luís and Ancelottinho debut

  19-08-2026 20:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ligue 1 🇫🇷: PSG clear favourites, Filipe Luís and Ancelottinho debutLigue 1 kicks off this Friday, and 17 teams will have the nearly impossible task of stopping PSG from winning their 15th title, which would also be their sixth in a row.In the match that opened the season, Lens managed to upset PSG and beat them 1-0 in the Super Cup. Is it a sign of things to come?But Ligue 1 2026/2027 is about more than just the battle against PSG for the title.Filipe Luís and Ance
  
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• Report Fortini has chosen Torino ahead of Hull City for new adventure

  19-08-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Fortini has chosen Torino ahead of Hull City for new adventureMultiple sources confirm this evening that Niccolò Fortini has chosen Torino as his next destination rather than Hull City, joining from Fiorentina on loan with option to buy.The negotiations had been going on for a couple of months with the Granata, who had originally hoped to buy the young Italian outright for circa €5m.However, when that was rejected and interest came in from Hull City, it was decided to go for a
  
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• Liverpool Are Among The Clubs Monitoring This Talented Playmaker: One For The Future?

  19-08-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Among The Clubs Monitoring This Talented Playmaker: One For The Future?In a recent report, Argentine outlet El Intransigente claimed that Liverpool are among the clubs monitoring Boca Juniors playmaker Tomas Aranda. It has been mentioned that the Reds would have to compete with Inter Milan, Arsenal, Chelsea, Bayer Leverkusen, Manchester City, Parma, Como, Corinthians and São Paulo in the race to sign the Argentine youngster.Aranda’s Impressive Rise In Argentine Footbal
  
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• Barcelona greatly admire 21-year-old German striker as potential Julian Alvarez alternative

  19-08-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona greatly admire 21-year-old German striker as potential Julian Alvarez alternativeAccording to journalist Victor Navarro of COPE, FC Barcelona have identified Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi as an option for the No. 9 position, with the German U21 international is “very, very much liked” by the Catalan club’s hierarchy. The pivot comes in the immediate aftermath of the definitive collapse of the Blaugrana’s pursuit of Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez.Wi
  
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• Gray on Gent, 100 games & creating history

  19-08-2026 20:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  David Gray spoke to BBC Scotland before Hibernian's Conference League play-off tie first leg against KAA Gent on Thursday.Here are the best bits from the head coach:Having the opportunity to play for European league phase football was the aim on day one of pre-season, and Gray insists his players have "earned the right" to achieve that.His side are "in a really good frame of mind" to create history and they are excited by the challenge.The squad is "getting healthier by the day" and although a f
  
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• Hearts 'looking a lot better' for Rapid test

  19-08-2026 20:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hearts defender Jamie McCart says the team's steady improvement in recent weeks provides the confidence they can overcome Rapid Vienna and reach the Conference League proper.McCart's return to the starting XI has coincided with a three-game unbeaten run as Wouter Vrancken's methods begin to take hold after his reign began with four defeats on the bounce.Speaking before Thursday's play-off first leg at Tynecastle, McCart said: "I think you've seen a slow progression with the team, especially in t
  
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• Real Madrid close to signing Spanish prodigy with €3 million release clause

  19-08-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid close to signing Spanish prodigy with €3 million release clauseAccording to MARCA, Real Madrid are close to completing the signing of Racing Santander teenage midfielder Sergio Martinez.The 19-year-old prospect has a €3 million release clause in his contract at the Cantabrian club, and a move to Madrid is now understood to be close.A product of the Racing Santander academy, Martinez made his first-team breakthrough last season, making just 10 appearances in the Spanish seco
  
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• Tottenham working to sign Man City duo Omar Marmoush and Savinho

  19-08-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham working to sign Man City duo Omar Marmoush and SavinhoTottenham Hotspur are working to sign Omar Marmoush and Savinho from Manchester City, according to The Athletic.Spurs are said to be advancing in talks with City over a deal for the pair, as the north London side look to strengthen their attack.Marmoush featured as a substitute, while Savinho was not named in the matchday squad for Sunday’s Community Shield defeat to Arsenal, suggesting neither player is part of Enzo Maresca&r
  
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• Bundesliga 2026-27 season table: Standings, scoring leaders as Kane, Bayern look to continue dominance

  19-08-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The quest to deny Bayern Munich a 14th Bundesliga title in 15 tries begins this month as Borussia Dortmund joins 16 other sides in the quest to claim the Meisterschale.MORE — Bundesliga 2026-27 schedule, resultsMunich, Dormund, RB Leipzig, and Stuttgart will have to deal with Champions League campaigns, while Hoffenheim, Bayer Leverkusen, and Freiburg also reached continental competition.Newly-promoted sides Schalke, Elversberg, and Paderborn will try to find a second season in the top fli
  
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• Celtic Eye €54,231-A-Week Star As Atalanta Seek Fresh Buyer: Best Decision For The Hoops?

  19-08-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic Eye €54,231-A-Week Star As Atalanta Seek Fresh Buyer: Best Decision For The Hoops?Atalanta want to find the best buyer for their 26-year-old left-back Mitchel Bakker before the August window closes. According to transfer reporter Ekrem Konur, Celtic have shown interest, while Atalanta expect a decisive development within the next few days.Konur’s report points to a market situation around a defender whose contract runs until June 2027. Celtic have emerged as one of the clu
  
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• Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala reveals ‘neurological dysfunction’ diagnosis after second on-pitch collapse

  19-08-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala reveals ‘neurological dysfunction’ diagnosis after second on-pitch collapseBayern Munich forward Jamal Musiala has revealed that he is receiving treatment for a “neurological dysfunction” after fainting during two pre-season matches within four days.Musiala first suffered the incident on Saturday during Bayern’s friendly against RB Leipzig in Munich. The 23-year-old passed out shortly after entering the game as a substitute,
  
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• Tottenham plan double Man City raid in expensive attacking revamp

  19-08-2026 20:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham are interested in Omar Marmoush as well as Savinho as they could make two signings from Manchester City. Savinho is a long-term target for Spurs, who considered a £50m move for the Brazilian winger last summer.But they are also keen on Marmoush as Roberto De Zerbi looks to strengthen his forward line and continue his expensive revamp of a squad who only just avoided relegation last season.Savinho and Marmoush will not come cheap if Spurs want to sign both (Getty Images)Marmoush j
  
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• Champions League play-off: Build-up as Celtic host LASK of Austria

  19-08-2026 20:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Listen to Sportsound commentary from Celtic ParkSummer signings Baur, Duran and Hogh all startCeltic one tie away from Champions LeagueAustria's LASK welcome Scottish champions to Linz next Tuesday Champions League play-off: Build-up as Celtic host LASK of Austria
  
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• 🚨 Confirmed XIs: Atleti make their big debut against Málaga

  19-08-2026 20:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Confirmed XIs: Atleti make their big debut against MálagaThe Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium is dressed for the occasion this Wednesday, August 19 (1:00 p.m. Central Mexico time / 9:00 p.m. Spain time) for both clubs’ debut in the 2026/27 LaLiga EA Sports season. Atlético de Madrid begin a new era driven by major signings such as Alejandro Grimaldo, Morten Hjulmand, and Kang In Lee, but also marked by Antoine Griezmann’s definitive farewell to join MLS. For t
  
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• Watch: Barcelona fans welcome Rodri with thunderous ovation

  19-08-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch: Barcelona fans welcome Rodri with thunderous ovationThe Joan Gamper Trophy has now reached its 61st edition. The occasion, the traditional curtain-raiser for the new campaign, serves primarily as FC Barcelona’s opportunity to present the squad for the upcoming season, along with the club’s new arrivals.And, it was the same earlier today as Barcelona walked out their entire current squad in front of the fans ahead of the Gamper Trophy match against Al Ahly.One by one, the playe
  
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• Reading sign midfielder Earthy from West Ham

  19-08-2026 20:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  George Earthy made five first-team appearances for West Ham [Getty Images]Reading have signed West Ham United midfielder George Earthy for an undisclosed fee. The 21-year-old has signed a three-year deal at the SCL Stadium and is the Royals' fifth addition of the summer transfer window.Earthy is a product of the east London club's academy and went on loan to Bristol City on two occasions, in 2024 and for part of last season. He made five first-team appearances for West Ham and, during his time a
  
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• West Ham United Agree Deal For 28-year-old: Right Decision With His Departure?

  19-08-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham United Agree Deal For 28-year-old: Right Decision With His Departure?West Ham United face a major squad change after Aston Villa agreed a deal for their 28-year-old right-back, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that all parties agreed on August 18.Romano says Villa will take the defender on loan with a mandatory purchase clause, ending the disagreement over a straight loan proposal. The player has given his approval to Unai Emery’s project, while the clubs have rea
  
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• Senegal appoint former Gunner as their new manager

  19-08-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Senegal appoint former Gunner as their new managerThe Senegalese national team have confirmed the appointment of former Arsenal midfielder Patrick Vieira as their new head coach.Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON/AFP via Getty ImagesThe Federation Senegalaise de Football (FSF) have confirmed the appointment of Patrick Vieira as their new head coach, writing that the date of the former Gunner’s official presentation and onboarding will be announced at a later date.In their statement, the FSF report t
  
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• Liverpool have just found their successor for Florian Wirtz

  19-08-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool have just found their successor for Florian Wirtz was one of Liverpool's biggest flops last season. Most people expected the German to be the Reds' main creative force after Trent Alexander-Arnold left but, in reality, it looked like he was out of his depth for most of the campaign.The 23-year-old did still manage to score seven goals and get 10 assists for his teammates but, compared to his 2024-25 campaign for Bayer Leverkusen where he had 31 goal contributions in total, he was clear
  
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• Rodon signs new deal with Leeds until 2030

  19-08-2026 20:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Leeds United defender Joe Rodon has signed a new contract with the Premier League club until the summer of 2030.Rodon joined the Whites permanently in the summer of 2024 after a season on loan while Leeds were in the Championship.He has made a total of 136 appearances for the club in all competitions, scoring three goals. On his extension, Leeds said: "Away from the pitch, Joe's professionalism and dedication to engaging with the important community work delivered by the Leeds Unit
  
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• Premier League transfer fees are incredible - Lampard

  19-08-2026 20:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Coventry boss Frank Lampard has said transfer fees in the Premier League have been an eye-opener for the Sky Blues, who will play their first top-flight game for 25 years on Friday.Striker Sidiki Cherif became the club's latest summer signing on Wednesday after joining from Fenerbahce to push the Sky Blues spending to around £130m this summer."One of the interesting things between being a player and transitioning into a manager is that you learn about the other side of the ga
  
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• Flick, Raphinha address Barcelona fans ahead of new season: ‘We’re ready to fight for every trophy’

  19-08-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flick, Raphinha address Barcelona fans ahead of new season: ‘We’re ready to fight for every trophy’FC Barcelona presented their squad to the fans today at the Spotify Camp Nou prior to the kickoff of the 61st Joan Gamper Trophy match.The entire squad, along with La Masia prospects who have been doing pre-season with the senior team, walked on to the pitch at the Spotify Camp Nou before the game against Al Ahly.The three major new arrivals, Rodri , Anthony Gordon and Karim Adeye
  
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• Bundesliga 2026-27 season schedule: Fixtures, results, start date, all 18 clubs

  19-08-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  \nBetter late than never, the Bundesliga begins its 2026-27 season in late August as 17 teams look to challenge Bayern Munich's route to another title.The usual suspects line up at the door to the throne room, where Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen hope to reclaim champions status.Schalke, Elversberg, and Paderborn are into the top flight via promotion, taking the places of St. Pauli, Heidenheim, and Wolfsburg.The sides all have DFB-Pokal first round or Supercup matches the weekend of Augu
  
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• Inter send written Jones offer to Liverpool, €30m plus €5m bonus

  19-08-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter send written Jones offer to Liverpool, €30m plus €5m bonusAfter a verbal agreement, Inter have now reportedly sent their formal offer to Liverpool for Curtis Jones, at €30m plus €5m add-ons and a percentage of the future sale.The negotiations have been going for the best part of a year, as the midfielder had already been pushing to come to San Siro in January.With his contract set to expire at the end of this season, Liverpool found they had to lower the €40m deman
  
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• Report: Man United Close-In On Premier League Midfielder

  19-08-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Man United Close-In On Premier League MidfielderManchester United close in on Carlos Baleba as Michael Carrick reshapes midfieldManchester United’s summer has carried the air of a club trying to restore order to its centre. According to The Athletic, United and Brighton are “closing in on a deal for midfielder Carlos Baleba”, a move that feels revealing as much as it does practical. It says plenty about the type of side Michael Carrick wants to build, and about where Un
  
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