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• 'Bolton refusing to play by the rules'

  05-10-2026 10:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Shutterstock]So far, so good for Wanderers. As we await the return of league action, begrudgingly enduring the three games of the international break, it feels appropriate to offer an early assessment. I don't think we could have asked for much more than being three points off the play-offs, especially as we started the season with a squad that was arguably weaker than the one that triumphed at Wembley.The theme of our eight games so far has been a total disregard for what some might call
  
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• Man City guilty verdict threatens Manchester’s 2040 Olympic Games hopes

  05-10-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City guilty verdict threatens Manchester’s 2040 Olympic Games hopesThe ongoing legal battle between Manchester City and the Premier League could have consequences that stretch beyond the Etihad Stadium and across the wider city.According to the Daily Mail, there are genuine concerns that the controversy could damage Manchester’s hopes of becoming part of a wider North of England bid to host a future Olympic Games.City have been found guilty of all but one of their 115 charges, bu
  
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• Global support for FIFA and Gianni Infantino remains strong

  05-10-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Global support for FIFA and Gianni Infantino remains strongNot every football association is born with a silver spoon in its mouth. Yet right now, a wave of optimism is sweeping through the grassroots of world football: major youth development projects are taking shape in every corner of the planet. Look closely, and the message is clear: when smaller nations finally get a hearing and receive the right support, they far exceed expectations.Dust rises from the construction site in Hövsan, on
  
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• This proves Julian Ward was the right man for Liverpool job

  05-10-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  This proves Julian Ward was the right man for Liverpool jobLiverpool have been through several sporting directors over the last six years with varying success. Everyone who has taken charge of the Anfield recruitment team has had some success, but the almost constant turnover at the top has limited long-term planning.Julian Ward is now once again at the helm, and he has already started to implement his vision for the future.Liverpool appear to be doubling down on the one strategy that has persis
  
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• Celtic Fans’ Protest Sparks Board Fury As Tensions Explode: Has The Club Gone Too Far?

  05-10-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic Fans’ Protest Sparks Board Fury As Tensions Explode: Has The Club Gone Too Far?The Celtic board has risked another confrontation with supporters after publicly condemning a protest against minority owner Dermot Desmond at St Andrews.Fans from the Celtic Fans’ Collective disrupted the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship by throwing tennis balls and displaying banners during the event. Desmond, Celtic’s largest individual shareholder, attended the tournament, and the protest
  
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• Report: Manchester City and government link raises real questions

  05-10-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Manchester City and government link raises real questionsManchester City Verdict Raises Questions Far Beyond FootballManchester City’s financial case has always stretched beyond football. The consequences now reach into politics, international investment, Manchester’s regeneration and the relationship between Britain and the United Arab Emirates.According to an extensive report from The Athletic, the verdict against City has placed the club’s ownership and its relations
  
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• Journalist: Andoni Iraola could push Liverpool into January move for ‘really good’ midfielder

  05-10-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Andoni Iraola could push Liverpool into January move for ‘really good’ midfielderLiverpool Could Make January Move for Lamine Camara as David Lynch Explains Midfield InterestLiverpool’s reported interest in AS Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara could become an important transfer story as the January window approaches, with David Lynch identifying the Senegal international as a player the Reds clearly admire.Speaking on Anfield Index, Lynch discussed Liverpool’s m
  
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• Leeds United Player Suffers An Ankle Injury: Could It Disrupt Farke’s Plans For Arsenal?

  05-10-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Player Suffers An Ankle Injury: Could It Disrupt Farke’s Plans For Arsenal?Leeds United have suffered a fresh concern after Jean-Mattéo Bahoya left France Under-21s’ 3-2 win over Luxembourg with an ankle injury. The 21-year-old started Saturday’s qualifier but lasted only 35 minutes after a collision. He briefly returned, yet Baticle replaced him with Mathys Tel.Baticle admitted that France did not know the full extent of the problem. “I cannot tell yo
  
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• Gabriel in Man Utd team photo but no hint of reconciliation

  05-10-2026 21:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  JJ Gabriel celebrates scoring his hat-trick for Manchester United in their Uefa Youth League game against Sabah FK at Leigh Sports Village on 10 September [Getty Images]JJ Gabriel has been included in Manchester United's official team photo for this season but there remains no hint of a reconciliation with the club as new details of his efforts to leave Old Trafford emerge.The teenage forward - who turns 16 on Tuesday - features in the photographs that were released on Monday. It is understood t
  
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• Update On Tottenham Hotspur And Their Pursuit Of This Bundesliga Defender: What Should De Zerbi Do?

  05-10-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Update On Tottenham Hotspur And Their Pursuit Of This Bundesliga Defender: What Should De Zerbi Do?In a recent report, journalist Pete O’Rourke offered an update on Tottenham Hotspur and their pursuit of Bayern Munich defender Kim Min-jae. It has been mentioned that Spurs are keen on acquiring the services of the South Korean talent, but the Munich outfit are unwilling to let him go this January.Min-jae’s Important Role At Bayern Munich Last SeasonMin-jae enjoyed a good run of form a
  
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• England's greatest international? Kane is now a serious contender

  05-10-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Kane is England's greatest goalscorer and is will equal Peter Shilton's record of 125 caps if he features against the Czech Republic at Wembley. [Getty Images]Harry Kane will write another chapter in his illustrious England history by equalling Peter Shilton's record tally of 125 caps if he plays a part in the Uefa Nations League meeting with the Czech Republic at Wembley.England's captain is already his country's record scorer with 89 goals in 124 appearances in a full international caree
  
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• De la Fuente discusses Lamine Yamal workload ahead of Croatia vs Spain: ‘All the players want to play’

  05-10-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  De la Fuente discusses Lamine Yamal workload ahead of Croatia vs Spain: ‘All the players want to play’World champions Spain play their final match of the ongoing international break tomorrow when they take on Croatia in their fourth UEFA Nations League match away at Stadion Poljud in Split.Leading up to the game, all eyes are on FC Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal and his workload management.After all, the 19-year-old sensation, who has been in excellent touch for club and country, h
  
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• Andoni Iraola pushed closer to finally signing Mohamed Salah's successor

  05-10-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola pushed closer to finally signing Mohamed Salah's successorMohamed Salah exiting Liverpool was one of the biggest stories to emerge from Anfield this summer.His fallings out with Arne Slot eventually became too much and, even though he had a year left on his contract with Liverpool, both the club and the .This led fans to believe that one of Liverpool's main goals in the summer would be to find his replacement and, while players such as Bradley Barcola and Victor Munoz were brought
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool could turn their attention to midfielder with a ‘great engine’

  05-10-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool could turn their attention to midfielder with a ‘great engine’David Lynch Reveals Why Alex Scott Could Be a Liverpool Transfer TargetLiverpool’s reported interest in Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott has returned to the spotlight, with David Lynch outlining why the England international could be an attractive option for the Reds as they consider their next midfield signing.Speaking to Dave Davis on Anfield Index, Lynch discussed Scott’s qualities, hi
  
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• Kylian Mbappe trains at Real Madrid facilities ahead of Villarreal clash

  05-10-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappe trains at Real Madrid facilities ahead of Villarreal clashReal Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe returned to Madrid on Monday morning after spending a few days away from the capital. The France captain, recovering from a minor knee injury sustained during the international break landed while his teammates were training at Valdebebas, but he did not go to the club facilities at that time.Individual training session for MbappeHowever, Mbappe did go to Ciudad Real Madrid later in the aft
  
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• 33-Year-Old On Why He Left Aston Villa: Did Emery Make A Costly Mistake Here?

  05-10-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  33-Year-Old On Why He Left Aston Villa: Did Emery Make A Costly Mistake Here?Aston Villa’s decision to sell Emiliano Martinez for just £7.5 million raised eyebrows during the summer transfer window, particularly with Unai Emery preparing his squad for another demanding European campaign. However, the Argentine goalkeeper has now revealed that his departure involved personal reasons, with the disappointment of losing a World Cup final playing a significant part.Martinez joined Chelsea
  
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• Montella: ‘I want to continue as Turkiye coach, we inflated expectations’

  05-10-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Montella: ‘I want to continue as Turkiye coach, we inflated expectations’Vincenzo Montella insists he has no intention of stepping down as Turkiye coach even if he loses to Italy tonight. ‘We inflated the expectations with the results of recent years.’It kicks off at the Stadio Dall’Ara in Bologna at 19.45 UK time (20.45 CEST).You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens on the Liveblog.The pressure is growing on the Italian tactician after an early 2026
  
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• Liverpool can land instant upgrade on £29m star

  05-10-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool can land instant upgrade on £29m starLiverpool are one of the most well-known clubs in the world. Almost every single player that has ever joined the Reds have always spoken about how massive the club is and what it means to represent them.They've won every title imaginable and, even after their fifth-place finish last term, they still managed to entice players such as Bradley Barcola to join them this summer.Obviously, with Mohamed Salah exiting it was probably easy enough for t
  
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• Real Madrid midfielder has renewed his contract until 2031 despite no announcement

  05-10-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid midfielder has renewed his contract until 2031 despite no announcementDespite not having been announced through the club’s official channels, Aurelien Tchouameni has already renewed with Real Madrid according to a report from AS. The newspaper revealed earlier today that Arda Guler has agreed to renew his contract by five more years until 2031. And, in the same report, the Spanish publication stated that the French midfielder also renewed several months ago. Throughout the summ
  
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• Sunderland Star Is On The Radar Of Liverpool: Should Le Bris Cash In On Him?

  05-10-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Star Is On The Radar Of Liverpool: Should Le Bris Cash In On Him?In a recent report on Patreon, journalist Alan Nixon mentioned that Sunderland keeper Matty Young, who is currently playing on loan at Huddersfield Town, is on the radar of Liverpool. It has been stated that the Reds are eyeing a move to secure the services of the English talent from the Black Cats next year.Young’s Impressive Loan Spell At Huddersfield So FarYoung has enjoyed a good run of form while on loan at Hu
  
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• Report: Arsenal set to move for Serie A forward

  05-10-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal set to move for Serie A forwardArsenal Tracking Pio Esposito as Inter Striker Emerges in Long-Term Transfer PlansArsenal’s striker search appears to be stretching well beyond the immediate market, with fresh checks carried out on Inter forward Pio Esposito during the international break. According to TeamTalk, the 21-year-old is firmly on the club’s radar as part of wider planning ahead of 2027, underlining the depth and range of the recruitment work now taking place
  
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• Premier League star is an unlikely option for Liverpool in January – Journalist

  05-10-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League star is an unlikely option for Liverpool in January – JournalistDavid Lynch Questions Liverpool’s Interest in Brentford Forward Kevin SchadeLiverpool have been linked with a potential move for Brentford forward Kevin Schade, with the German international emerging as a reported target as the Reds assess their attacking options.Reports have identified Liverpool and Arsenal among the clubs showing serious interest in the 24-year-old, while Brentford have held initial disc
  
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• French FA provide updates on Liverpool centre-back Jérémy Jacquet injury

  05-10-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  French FA provide updates on Liverpool centre-back Jérémy Jacquet injuryMissing from the team sheet for the clash between France and Belgium, Jérémy Jacquet (21) is suffering from a “strain to his left hamstring”, the French Football Federation (FFF) have announced.A starter in Les Bleus’ last two matches – against Belgium (0-1) and then Italy (1-1) – the Liverpool centre-back has therefore been ruled out of this fourth and final match of
  
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• Just in: Barcelona captain will renew his contract with the club this week

  05-10-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Just in: Barcelona captain will renew his contract with the club this weekIn a major development, journalist Ramon Salmurri via Catalunya Radio reports that FC Barcelona captain and winger Raphinha will renew his contract with the club this week.The 29-year-old superstar has been in sublime form this season, embracing his new role as a centre-forward, and the Catalans are intent on rewarding his brilliant performances with a new deal.Agreement already reachedDuring the club’s General Assem
  
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• Germany Women Squad Update | Five key developments ahead of the October friendlies

  05-10-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany Women Squad Update | Five key developments ahead of the October friendliesGermany Women’s head coach Christian Wück has been forced into several late changes ahead of this month’s friendlies against Australia and Japan, with injuries altering a squad originally selected to begin preparations for the 2027 World Cup.Germany host Australia in Karlsruhe on Friday before facing reigning Asian champions Japan in Bremen four days later. Germany already secured World C
  
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• ‘We still have a lot of things to grow’ – Jeglertz reflects on Manchester City’s victory over Arsenal

  05-10-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘We still have a lot of things to grow’ – Jeglertz reflects on Manchester City’s victory over ArsenalManchester City head coach Andrée Jeglertz was pleased with his side’s 4-2 victory over Arsenal, but still feels like there is room for improvement.The Cityzens twice trailed The Gunners before getting a firm grip on the match late in the second half at the Etihad Stadium. Lauren Hemp netted a brace while Kerstin Casparij and Khadija Shaw were also on target a
  
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• U21 | Italy 6-2 Poland: Audacious Ndour secures European ticket

  05-10-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  U21 | Italy 6-2 Poland: Audacious Ndour secures European ticketItaly marched their way confidently into the European Under-21 Championship after crushing Poland 6-2, including an incredible Cher Ndour lob from inside his own half.The Azzurrini knew the only hope of topping the group was to win this final match by two clear goals in Pescara, therefore overturning the head to head difference created by their 2-1 loss back in November 2025. It was no mean feat, as Poland had a 100 per cent record,
  
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• ‘He embodies the future of football’ – AS Monaco manager Filipe Luís raves over former Chelsea target Lamine Camara

  05-10-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘He embodies the future of football’ – AS Monaco manager Filipe Luís raves over former Chelsea target Lamine CamaraWhilst AS Monaco managed to keep hold of Lamine Camara (22) this summer, things could have turned out very differently for the midfielder. Hotly pursued by Chelsea, the Senegalese player ultimately saw his move to the London club fall through in the final minutes of the transfer window.A significant event, but one which Camara recently said he had “put
  
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• Why Julian Ward must avoid repeating Richard Hughes mistake

  05-10-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Julian Ward must avoid repeating Richard Hughes mistakeRichard Hughes’ legacy at Anfield is still unclear. The Scot’s historic reign as sporting director is still being judged.Despite overseeing the Reds’ 20th league title win, Hughes is a divisive figure at Liverpool with many uncertain exactly how he will be remembered.Sealing three deals at over £100 million and breaking the British transfer record twice in one window earned the executive the nickname ‘Big Mo
  
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• Chelsea Are Among The Clubs Hoping To Land This Talented Winger: Good Option For Alonso?

  05-10-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Are Among The Clubs Hoping To Land This Talented Winger: Good Option For Alonso?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey mentioned that Chelsea are among the clubs hoping to land Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni. It has been claimed that the Blues would have to rival Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United, Newcastle United and Brighton and Hove Albion in the race to sign the Argentine talent next year.Prestianni’s Impressive Form In Portuguese FootballPrestianni has enjoyed a g
  
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