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• 'Every setback also has a positive' - Jaissle

  01-10-2026 17:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Matthias Jaissle points to his neck."I had a tumour when I was five years old," the Newcastle United head coach says. "Here in my neck so I couldn't move it anymore."That was a period where I already learned a lot about life, how important it is to be healthy, and how grateful you can be to be healthy and to follow your dream."It was not clear that I could play football as a kid anymore."He did not elaborate further, but such perspective would be needed.Jaissle, like so many, visua
  
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• Zhegrova reveals why he stayed at Juventus as Ravanelli hails his ‘incredible quality’

  02-10-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Zhegrova reveals why he stayed at Juventus as Ravanelli hails his ‘incredible quality’Edon Zhegrova has explained his decision to remain at Juventus despite a summer of uncertainty, and found a vocal supporter in former striker Fabrizio Ravanelli.Speaking to SportMediaset after Kosovo’s goalless draw with Israel, the winger was clear about where his future lies.“I love this club and I want to achieve something big,” Zhegrova said, with quotes via TuttoMercatoWeb. &l
  
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• Former Real Madrid defender Rafa Obrador opens up on decision to leave: ‘Didn’t think twice’

  02-10-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Former Real Madrid defender Rafa Obrador opens up on decision to leave: ‘Didn’t think twice’During the summer of 2025, Real Madrid parted ways with one of their young academy talents in Rafa Obrador, selling him to SL Benfica.The deal came as a part of the operation that saw the Los Blancos sign a former academy propsect, Alvaro Carreras, to strengthen the left-back position.Obrador talks Real MadridObrador joined the Real Madrid youth academy in the summer of 2020, signing fro
  
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• Was long-awaited win a turning point for Bellamy?

  02-10-2026 12:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  Craig Bellamy has won nine of his 23 games in charge of Wales since replacing Rob Page in July 2024 [Huw Evans Picture Agency]A game won, a line drawn.And perhaps the end of Craig Bellamy's summer of discontent.The significance of the victory over Norway was not lost on the Wales head coach.After all, goals from Neco Williams and Dan James – as well as shutting out Erling Haaland – delivered not only Wales' first win in seven games, but their first ever in Nations League A.Indeed, th
  
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• Ahanor drops out of Italy squad but will be available for crucial U21 qualifier

  02-10-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Ahanor drops out of Italy squad but will be available for crucial U21 qualifierHonest Ahanor has officially withdrawn from the Italy national team squad ahead of Friday evening’s Nations League clash away against France, but will now be available for Silvio Baldini and the Italy U21 squad ahead of a crucial European Championship qualifier for the Azzurrini.Ahanor drops out of Italy senior squad and teams up with Baldini’s U21sItaly have two fixtures remaining of the extra-long Septem
  
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• Man City dealt huge injury blow ahead of Liverpool clash

  02-10-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City dealt huge injury blow ahead of Liverpool clashManchester City await Nico O’Reilly injury update ahead of Liverpool clashManchester City have a fresh fitness concern before their trip to Liverpool after Nico O’Reilly withdrew from the England squad and returned to his club for assessment.The left-back’s departure adds uncertainty to City’s preparations for the Premier League meeting at Anfield on Sunday, 11 October. It does not, at this stage, confirm that he wil
  
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• Barcelona to continue monitoring former La Masia starlet as he makes comeback from injury

  02-10-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona to continue monitoring former La Masia starlet as he makes comeback from injuryAfter many months marked by the frustration of injuries, former FC Barcelona starlet Dani Rodriguez, currently at Dinamo Zagreb has made his comeback, reports SPORT. The talented attacker, who finished last season carrying an injury with the Catalans before suffering an untimely relapse, can finally see light at the end of the tunnel.After a lengthy rehabilitation programme to overcome his muscular problems
  
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• Peretz withdraws from Israel squad with injury

  02-10-2026 11:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Daniel Peretz has returned to Southampton as a precaution [Getty Images]Southampton goalkeeper Daniel Peretz has withdrawn from the Israel national side's Nations League squad following a minor injury.It is understood the 26-year-old had a tight glute and a slight strain, so has returned to Staplewood for further testing. The club are hoping Peretz can make a recovery in time for next weekend's south coast derby when Saints host rivals Portsmouth at St Mary's.He was not included in his country's
  
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• Man City verdict has 'implications for game's integrity' - FA

  02-10-2026 11:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City were found guilty of 114 of the 115 charges against them [Getty Images]The independent commission's verdict against Manchester City has "significant implications for the integrity of the game", according to the Football Association.In a statement, English football's governing body added: "We are carefully considering the decision and its implications and will take action where appropriate." The FA's statement comes after it was confirmed on Tuesday that City were found guilty of
  
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• 👋 Messi and Ronaldo say goodbye: worlds apart, celebration and tension

  02-10-2026 11:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👋 Messi and Ronaldo say goodbye: worlds apart, celebration and tensionCristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, legendary protagonists of the same era, are ready to write the final chapters of their story with their respective national teams.Watch every Serie BKT match live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 a month!Two iconic careers approaching the finish line while, once again, following completely different paths. For the former, tension and doubts about the fut
  
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• Inzaghi: ‘Playing with Zidane was a godsend’

  02-10-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inzaghi: ‘Playing with Zidane was a godsend’Filippo Inzaghi has recalled what it was like to share a pitch with Zinedine Zidane, and has little doubt about why the Frenchman has been just as successful in the dugout.Speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport ahead of France’s meeting with Italy, via TuttoMercatoWeb, the Palermo coach described a team-mate who did the thinking for the players around him.“A real godsend for someone like me who did this job,” Inzaghi said of
  
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• Was long-awaited win a turning point for Craig Bellamy?

  02-10-2026 11:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Craig Bellamy has won nine of his 23 games in charge of Wales since replacing Rob Page in July 2024 [Huw Evans Picture Agency]A game won, a line drawn.And perhaps the end of Craig Bellamy's summer of discontent.The significance of the victory over Norway was not lost on the Wales head coach.After all, goals from Neco Williams and Dan James – as well as shutting out Erling Haaland – delivered not only Wales' first win in seven games, but their first ever in Nations League A.Indeed, th
  
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• Arsenal international makes it 16 g/a in 15 games with latest assist

  02-10-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal international makes it 16 g/a in 15 games with latest assistMartin Odegaard bounced back from his injury concerns to provide an assist in Norway’s match against Wales on Thursday night.Photo by Michael Steele/Getty ImagesArsenal captain Martin Odegaard was on the end of a bad foul by former Manchester City player Bernardo Silva on Sunday, and there was concern around his fitness after he then missed a training session on Tuesday.But the Norway star then returned to training, before
  
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• Chelsea receive Romeo Lavia fitness update from Belgium boss

  02-10-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea receive Romeo Lavia fitness update from Belgium bossRomeo Lavia Fitness Plan Set as Belgium Mirror Chelsea CautionBelgium are taking the sensible route with Romeo Lavia, and frankly there is no other option. The Chelsea midfielder has talent, range and calm in possession, but his recent career has been shaped by fitness problems as much as football. That means every minute has to be managed properly.Lavia has started this season well at Chelsea. He has finally strung together appearances
  
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• Arsenal dealt another huge injury scare on international duty

  02-10-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal dealt another huge injury scare on international dutyArsenal Injury News: Christos Tzolis Hamstring Scare Adds to Growing Fitness ConcernsArsenal have another problem to manage, and this one could matter quickly. Christos Tzolis went off injured during Greece’s Nations League meeting with the Netherlands, leaving Mikel Arteta waiting on scans and hoping the damage is limited.Tzolis had a sharp start in Thessaloniki. He thought he had put Greece ahead after beating club team-mate Ju
  
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• Swindon's Holloway labels himself dead man walking

  02-10-2026 11:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Swindon manager Ian Holloway has described himself as a "dead man walking" if the club's form does not turn around.The Robins are 12th in the League Two table with three victories out of eight league games this season and winless in their past three.Holloway, who took over almost two years ago, however said the team needs more backing with 14 players out injured, which equates to almost half of the squad."Dead. Man. Walking. That's how it feels, but deep down I know a lot more than that, don't I
  
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• Portugal boss says he has not lost dressing room after Cristiano Ronaldo exit

  02-10-2026 11:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Portugal boss Jorge Jesus insisted there is “nothing” that should stop the group from “being with me” after Cristiano Ronaldo left their training camp.The former Manchester United and Real Madrid forward announced on Instagram on Wednesday that he had left the training camp after discussions with Portuguese Football Federation present Pedro Proenca.Ronaldo started during Portugal’s 1-0 win over Wales last Thursday and was on the bench for their 2-1 win over Norway o
  
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• Materazzi: ‘Inter missed out on 2 Scudetti; Italy faced aliens in the 2006 World Cup final’

  02-10-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Materazzi: ‘Inter missed out on 2 Scudetti; Italy faced aliens in the 2006 World Cup final’Marco Materazzi believes Inter should have more league titles to show for the squad they have assembled, and still regards the France side he beat in Berlin as the better team on the day.Speaking at the Festival dello Sport in Trento, with quotes via TuttoMercatoWeb, the former defender was asked how he rates the current Inter.“For four or five years I’ve been saying Inter are the s
  
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• Tuchel could unleash England’s wildcard against Croatia

  02-10-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tuchel could unleash England’s wildcard against CroatiaEngland are away at Croatia on Saturday, aiming to record back-to-back victories in the UEFA Nations League.The Three Lions beat Czechiaon Tuesday to claim their first win in the current campaign of the competition.Thomas Tuchel’s side beat Croatia at the World Cup, extending their winning streak to three matches against them.Tuchel could drop captain Harry Kane from the starting XI to manage his workload, with the Bayern Munich
  
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• Liverpool’s Chiesa wanted by Inter, Lazio and Atalanta

  02-10-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool’s Chiesa wanted by Inter, Lazio and AtalantaFederico Chiesa could return to Serie A in January, with three clubs monitoring a situation that has not improved at Liverpool.According to Calciomercato.it, the winger is in his third season in England and still struggling for minutes. Inter, Atalanta and Lazio are all following his position closely and could make an approach in the winter window, though no concrete negotiations are underway.ROME, ITALY – NOVEMBER 17: Gianluigi D
  
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• 🚨 The FA confirms it could take disciplinary action against City

  02-10-2026 11:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 The FA confirms it could take disciplinary action against CityThe FA has confirmed that it has sufficient authority to take disciplinary action against Manchester City and its directors. The English Football Association has spoken out, for the first time, on the Manchester City scandal after the club was found guilty of more than 100 breaches related to financial regulations."The independent commission’s decision has important implications for the integrity of the game. We are ca
  
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• What does Man City guilty verdict mean for their squad?

  02-10-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City have been found guilty of all charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules between the 2009-10 and 2017-18 seasons [Getty Images]So much has been said about Manchester City since it was revealed they had been found guilty of the majority of the 115 Premier League charges levelled at them.On Tuesday, it was confirmed that an independent commission found City guilty of all charges relating to breaches of the league's financial regulations between the 2009-10 and 20
  
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• FA says it will consider action against Man City after guilty verdict

  02-10-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Football Association says it will “take action where appropriate” in the aftermath of the Premier League’s case against Manchester City.An independent commission found City guilty of almost all of their 115 Premier League’s charges, the majority of which related to serious breaches of the league’s financial regulations between 2009 and 2018. It found City created “sham” commercial contracts as part of schemes to inflate revenue and conceal costs by m
  
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• Man City verdict has 'implications on game's integrity' - FA

  02-10-2026 10:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The independent commission's verdict against Manchester City has "significant implications for the integrity of the game", according to the Football Association.In a statement, English football's governing body added: "We are carefully considering the decision and its implications and will take action where appropriate." The FA's statement comes after it was confirmed on Tuesday that City were found guilty of all charges relating to breaches of the Premier League's financial regulations between
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool eyeing potential move to sign La Liga defender

  02-10-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool eyeing potential move to sign La Liga defenderLiverpool Eye Alejandro Balde as Left-Back Search Intensifies Ahead of JanuaryLiverpool’s planning for the January window is already coming into sharper focus, with left-back emerging as a position under growing review. Credit for the latest development goes to Juan Jesus, who reports that the club are ‘very keen’ on Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde.That update lands at a time when Liverpool’s defensive
  
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• FA release statement on Manchester City verdict

  02-10-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FA release statement on Manchester City verdictThe FA have released a statement on Manchester City, following the Premier League’s confirmation of numerous guilty verdicts relating to breaches of the competition’s financial rules.Photo by Michael Regan/Getty ImagesThe Premier League confirmed earlier this week that an independent commission has found Manchester City guilty of all the charges related to serious breaches of the competition’s financial rules over a nine-season per
  
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• Chris Smalling names Conference League title with Roma as top career moment

  02-10-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chris Smalling names Conference League title with Roma as top career momentChris Smalling recently moved to Porto. The former Roma defender spent two seasons in Saudi Arabia before choosing to end his career in Europe. The English centre-back gave a short interview to the club’s official channels in which he discussed his career highlights, starting with his first goal for Manchester United, his first trophy, and his first goal for England. The emotional Conference League victory with Roma
  
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• Borussia Dortmund’s Julian Ryerson suffers fresh injury blow

  02-10-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Borussia Dortmund’s Julian Ryerson suffers fresh injury blowJulian Ryerson has started every game for Borussia Dortmund in 2026/27, but was replaced in the 66th minute of Norway’s UEFA Nations League defeat against Portugal after going down unchallenged. However, with the injury seemingly not serious, the 28-year-old was named in his nation’s starting line-up for their 2-1 loss against Wales on Thursday night.Then, disaster struck. In the 16th minute, Ryerson sat down on the pi
  
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• Premier League club steps up renewal talks with Real Madrid midfield target – report

  02-10-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League club steps up renewal talks with Real Madrid midfield target – reportReal Madrid could face a tougher task than expected if they decide to pursue Alex Scott in January, with Bournemouth working to keep the midfielder at the club.According to Bernabeu Digital, Bournemouth have not abandoned their efforts to extend Scott’s contract and want to reach an agreement before the January transfer window opens.As reported before, the 23-year-old remains on Real Madrid’s ra
  
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• McTominay could leave Napoli as club look to avoid free transfer after ex Man Utd star’s €8m wage demands

  02-10-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  McTominay could leave Napoli as club look to avoid free transfer after ex Man Utd star’s €8m wage demandsNext summer may be Napoli’s last chance to make money on Scott McTominay, with the Scotland midfielder expected to leave at the end of the season.According to TuttoMercatoWeb, two factors point the same way. McTominay turns 30 on December 8, and his contract runs out in 2028, meaning that by next summer he will have a single year remaining. If no renewal is agreed, that is th
  
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