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• Alaba: Ex-Real Madrid defender reaches surprise agreement with Udinese

  23-09-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alaba: Ex-Real Madrid defender reaches surprise agreement with UdineseFabrizio Romano reports that David Alaba has reached an agreement with Udinese and is close to joining the Serie A club.Former Real Madrid and Bayern Munich defender Alaba is close to joining Udinese.Alaba has an agreement with UdineseMADRID, SPAIN – DECEMBER 20: David Alaba of Real Madrid warms up prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Madrid CF and Sevilla FC at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on December 20, 2025
  
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• Luis de la Fuente leaves out Pau Cubarsí and Espí for Czech Republic

  03-10-2026 13:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luis de la Fuente leaves out Pau Cubarsí and Espí for Czech RepublicLuis de la Fuente has left Pau Cubarsí and Carlos Espí out of the squad for the match against the Czech Republic. The national team coach is reshuffling his options with optimal performance and the individual needs of the group in mind.The Barcelona center-back’s absence is solely due to a rest and minute-management measure. After a heavy physical workload in his recent matches, the coaching sta
  
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• 🗓️ LaLiga confirms dates and kick-off times for matchday 11

  03-10-2026 13:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗓️ LaLiga confirms dates and kick-off times for matchday 11LaLiga has published the dates and kickoff times for Matchday 11, which will take place from October 30 to November 2.The round will kick off with Villarreal vs. Espanyol on Friday, October 30, at 9 p.m.After that, it will be Atlético de Madrid’s turn, opening Saturday’s action away to Levante at 2 p.m. That will be followed by Rayo vs. Celta at 4:15 p.m., Betis vs. Málaga at 6:30 p.m., and Barcel
  
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• Luis de la Fuente delays Real Madrid forward’s Spain debut after Czech Republic omission

  03-10-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luis de la Fuente delays Real Madrid forward’s Spain debut after Czech Republic omissionCarlos Espi will have to wait for his senior Spain debut after Luis de la Fuente left the Real Madrid forward out of the squad for the Nations League meeting with the Czech Republic.The 21-year-old arrived in Oviedo late last night after travelling from Ibiza, where he had been with Spain’s Under-21 team. His promotion to the senior squad came after a record-breaking performance at youth leve
  
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• Surprise confirmation: Liverpool were rejected by World Cup star

  03-10-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Surprise confirmation: Liverpool were rejected by World Cup starLiverpool were rejected by a World Cup star in the summer. It's a surprise confirmation of a rumour and another who got away.Liverpool had a very interesting summer transfer window as they looked to fix a lot of problems that haunted them in 2025/26. The massive one was on the wing.The Reds’ struggled enormously to produce from wide areas last season and then their most productive winger, Mohamed Salah, left the club. That had
  
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• Spalletti tests new Juventus role for Cambiaso in 1-0 loss to Cremonese

  03-10-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spalletti tests new Juventus role for Cambiaso in 1-0 loss to CremoneseAndrea Cambiaso returned to action for Juventus in a 1-0 friendly loss to Cremonese on Friday and was deployed in central midfield.Versatile Juventus defender Cambiaso returned to the pitch on Friday after more than a month on the sidelines.Spalletti tries Cambiaso in new roleTURIN, ITALY – MARCH 07: Andrea Cambiaso of Juventus celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and Pi
  
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• Renee Slegers gets full backing of Arsenal board amid slump

  03-10-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Renee Slegers gets full backing of Arsenal board amid slumpThe Arsenal manager has spoken about her contact with senior club figures as pressure builds ahead of another major test this weekend against sham club Manchester City.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesRenée Slegers has revealed that she has the full backing of the Arsenal board as pressure from supporters grows following a run of poor results this season.Arsenal have won only one of their past five matches, with their diffi
  
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• Barcelona defender to be rested for Spain vs Czech Republic as De la Fuente manages workload

  03-10-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona defender to be rested for Spain vs Czech Republic as De la Fuente manages workloadPau Cubarsi will not feature for Spain against the Czech Republic after Luis de la Fuente decided to rest the Barcelona defender following a demanding spell of international football.According to Mundo Deportivo, Cubarsi has been left out of the squad for Spain’s Nations League meeting in Oviedo. Notably, his absence is not linked to an injury, with De la Fuente instead choosing to manage the t
  
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• Uefa Nations League today: how to watch Croatia v England, TV channels and live stream Saturday 3 October

  03-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Kane enters Saturday’s Nations League fixture on a strong run of form.Photograph: Slávek Růta/ZUMA Press Wire/ShutterstockCroatia and England have a lot of history together. Luka Modric and Co knocked Gareth Southgate’s side out of the 2018 World Cup before the Three Lions got their revenge at Euro 2020 and the 2026 World Cup.Opta’s supercomputer gives England a 48.6% chance of winning in Rijeka with Croatia’s chances put at 27.4%. Thomas Tuchel’s
  
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• Davide Ancelotti makes feelings clear on Vinicius Junior amid Real Madrid struggles

  03-10-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Davide Ancelotti makes feelings clear on Vinicius Junior amid Real Madrid strugglesReal Madrid already had one of the most fearsome attacking lines on paper during the last two seasons, boasting some of the very best attacking players in Europe, including the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, and Jude Bellingham. The Merengues strengthened this forward line even further this season by adding another star, Yan Diomande.However, the team’s attack has still not performed up to its expe
  
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• EFL: Chesterfield host Tranmere in early kick-off

  03-10-2026 12:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three League One games and eight League Two matches on SaturdayChesterfield host Tranmere in only 12:30 BST kick-offLeague One leaders Bradford play Reading (15:00 BST) in first match since manager Graham Alexander's exit to PrestonCheltenham and Bristol Rovers among clubs hoping to replace Barnet, who are not in action, at top of League Two EFL: Chesterfield host Tranmere in early kick-off
  
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• Frattesi sends two-word message to Tonali after France 1-1 Italy

  03-10-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Frattesi sends two-word message to Tonali after France 1-1 ItalyDavide Frattesi took to social media after Italy’s 1-1 draw against France, sending a cryptic message to Sandro Tonali: ‘No fear.’The Azzurri held France to a 1-1 draw at Saint-Denis last night, in Zinedine Zidane’s home debut as Les Blues’ coach.Italy midfielder Davide Frattesi playing against France in the Nations League MD3 in Paris (@azzurri)Both Frattesi and Tonali started in central midfield, with
  
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• Diatta signing positive but midfielder still required

  03-10-2026 12:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]The signing of Krepin Diatta looks another shrewd piece of business by Watford. This is a seasoned Champions League player who featured in every match at the World Cup with Senegal. With his national team in the summer he was used at right-back but he has played higher up the pitch and as a winger. Watford have had full-back injury problems this season so this could be his initial position with the option of using him elsewhere as the season progresses. Diatta was linked to Premier League c
  
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• Tamworth sign Stoke defender Agina

  03-10-2026 12:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sydney Agina has made five first-team appearances for Stoke City [Getty Images]Tamworth have signed Stoke City defender Sydney Agina on loan.The 19-year-old full-back joins Potters team-mate Gabriel Kelly at the National League club.Agina, who made his senior international debut for Kenya against Lesotho in June, spent the first month of this season on loan at Tamworth's league rivals Forest Green Rovers.He has made five Championship appearances for Stoke and could make his debut for the Lambs i
  
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• Liverpool could be set for Michael Olise boost after Bayern Munich talks

  03-10-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool could be set for Michael Olise boost after Bayern Munich talksMichael Olise to Liverpool? Bayern Contract Twist Could Open the DoorLiverpool’s long-term interest in Michael Olise may have received a significant lift, with fresh reporting from Christian Falk suggesting Bayern Munich are considering an unusual contractual route to secure the France international’s future.The situation is straightforward in broad terms. Liverpool have been in the market for a high-end right-si
  
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• Dumfries: Mourinho and I still talk about Inter, one player ‘tells me everything’

  03-10-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dumfries: Mourinho and I still talk about Inter, one player ‘tells me everything’Denzel Dumfries admits he and José Mourinho still talk about Inter and follow the Nerazzurri, and reveals: ‘I talk a lot with Marcus [Thuram], and we still make the same jokes about each other, and he tells me everything.’Dumfries joined Real Madrid from Inter last summer.The Merengues activated the Dutchman’s €20m release clause to take him from the Nerazzurri after five ye
  
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• Mixed Arsenal injury news for Arsenal women before Manchester City trip

  03-10-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mixed Arsenal injury news for Arsenal women before Manchester City tripArsenal have received one encouraging fitness update before their trip to Manchester City, although Chloe Kelly remains unavailable with no return date set.Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty ImagesArsenal should welcome Steph Catley back into the squad for this weekend’s trip to Manchester City, but Chloe Kelly remains unavailable with a hamstring issue and there is still no timetable for her return.Catley missed the 2-2 draw w
  
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• Davide Ancelotti explains why Real Madrid cannot replace Toni Kroos

  03-10-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Davide Ancelotti explains why Real Madrid cannot replace Toni KroosReal Madrid is arguably the football club in Europe with the highest standards when it comes to winning trophies. The Merengues had a very successful decade from 2010-19, during which they won four UEFA Champions League titles, winning the competition for three consecutive seasons from 2015-16 to 2017-18.The start of this decade was also quite good for them, as they added another two UCL titles to their cabinet in the 2021-22 and
  
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• Amorim: Milan still have ‘many things’ to improve, two things concern me

  03-10-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amorim: Milan still have ‘many things’ to improve, two things concern meMilan coach Ruben Amorim insists he’s more worried about the packed schedule in the coming weeks rather than the long international break and admits: ‘We play well at times, but there’s still a lot of work to do.’Milan coach Amorim shared his thoughts on the season’s opening games and the current international break in an interview with Sky Sport Italia.This season’s September
  
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• Davide Ancelotti talks Vinicius, Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid dressing room: ‘When there is a lot of ego…’

  03-10-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Davide Ancelotti talks Vinicius, Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid dressing room: ‘When there is a lot of ego…’Davide Ancelotti faithfully served as his father Carlo Ancelotti’s deputy for a long time during his time at Real Madrid, but soon moved away and began his own coaching journey.His career then took him to Botafogo, where he oversaw 33 matches as the first-team manager and racked up fifteen wins and ten draws in that period.Now, he is appointed as the manager of Lille
  
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• Pellegrini rumored to start in Como clash

  03-10-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pellegrini rumored to start in Como clashInjury halted him just when he was at his peak. With seven goals and four assists, last season seemed to be Lorenzo Pellegrini’s definitive redemption, but then physical problems compromised his presence on the pitch, and Gasperini had to rely on other players. Now, after several layoffs, the midfielder is ready to return to Roma. According to Il Corriere dello Sport, the former captain is ready to start in the next match of the Roman side on Sunday
  
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• European giants set to return for Liverpool star

  03-10-2026 11:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  European giants set to return for Liverpool starJuventus Reignite Alisson Interest as Liverpool Face Major Goalkeeper DecisionLiverpool may have settled one major issue by tying Alisson Becker to a new contract in the summer, but that has not stopped fresh interest emerging from Italy. According to TuttoSport, Juventus remain attentive to the Brazil international and could yet revisit the situation, despite failing to prise him away earlier in the year.For Liverpool, it is a familiar tension. Al
  
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• Ibrahimovic backs Barcelona for La Liga and Champions League double and picks his Ballon d’Or winner

  03-10-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ibrahimovic backs Barcelona for La Liga and Champions League double and picks his Ballon d’Or winnerFormer striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic is one of the people in football who makes everyone sit up and listen when he talks.He has made his preferences clear when looking at some of European football’s biggest prizes, and Barcelona feature prominently in his predictions.Zlatan puts his faith in BarcelonaSpeaking in a quick-fire segment shared by ESPN FC, the former Barcelona striker was aske
  
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• Hojlund sparks controversy over Ronaldo celebration and push on Portugal coach

  03-10-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hojlund sparks controversy over Ronaldo celebration and push on Portugal coachNapoli striker Rasmus Hojlund sparked controversy by celebrating like his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo, during a match against Portugal, then pushed Jorge Jesus at full time.Napoli star Hojlund got himself involved in the Cristiano Ronaldo controversy in Portugal.HOUSTON, TEXAS – JUNE 23: Cristiano Ronaldo #7 of Portugal celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K match betwee
  
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• Former Real Madrid assistant backs Jose Mourinho’s appointment: ‘Ideal coach at this moment’

  03-10-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Real Madrid assistant backs Jose Mourinho’s appointment: ‘Ideal coach at this moment’Jose Mourinho is Real Madrid’s desperate attempt to bring the team back on track after two trophy-less seasons.Last year, the team failed to win any silverware and saw two young managers arrive with radical ideas and eventually fail to bring out success.The year before that, it was Carlo Ancelotti who failed to bring home silverware and eventually left the club to take up a role in
  
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• FEATURE | Can Florian Wirtz bring his Germany form to Liverpool?

  03-10-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FEATURE | Can Florian Wirtz bring his Germany form to Liverpool?Germany’s Florian Wirtz has become the centre of attention following his great performance against Serbia on Thursday. His goal has been shared widely, and his technique – in which he set up the ball with a backheel, evading the onrushing defender before taking the shot – was admired by football fans around the world. After all, this is what Bundesliga viewers have come to expect from the talented German. His
  
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• Arsenal make Emirates expansion decision

  03-10-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal make Emirates expansion decisionArsenal have made a decision on the future of the Emirates Stadium after spending two years considering whether to pursue a major increase in capacity.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesArsenal have decided against a major expansion of the Emirates Stadium and will instead focus on a programme of “continued upgrades” around the ground.The club had been exploring options to increase capacity to around 80,000, but after two years of assessin
  
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• Second Israel game won't be a friendly - Hallgrimsson

  03-10-2026 11:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hallgrimsson says Sunday's second game with Israel will be "tricky and challenging" for his players [Getty Images]Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson admits Sunday's second game against Israel is "not going to be a friendly" following comments from the latter's camp after last week's match in Hungary. Having faced calls to boycott the Nations League fixtures because of the ongoing Israel-Gaza war, the Republic of Ireland did not engage in pre-match formalities and bowed their head
  
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• Dyche enjoying break from management after Forest exit

  03-10-2026 11:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Burnley and Nottingham Forest boss Sean Dyche says his time away from management has allowed him to "enjoy other things", including following the playing career of his son Max.The 51-year-old visited his hometown club Kettering on Tuesday as part of a visit arranged by the Premier League. New floodlights funded by the top flight were used at their Latimer Park home for the first time.Dyche, who also had spells as Watford and Everton boss, has been out of management since leaving Nottingha
  
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• Davide Ancelotti explains what Real Madrid lost with Toni Kroos’ departure: ‘Something you will never get back’

  03-10-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Davide Ancelotti explains what Real Madrid lost with Toni Kroos’ departure: ‘Something you will never get back’Real Madrid continue to have some of the biggest midfield names in the world in the form of Jude Bellingham, Bernardo Silva, Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni.Yet, it is clear that there still is a lacuna that needs to be filled – a creative controlling presence who can bring order to the field.In the past, Toni Kroos and Luka Modric would combi
  
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