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• 'Guts, style and fight' - no need to panic yet

  08-09-2026 14:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Coventry City are yet to get off the mark in this 2026-27 Premier League campaign, sitting bottom of the table with no points from the opening three games. But following Saturday's narrow 1-0 defeat at eight-time champions Manchester City, many supporters believe this is where the season truly starts. BBC CWR fancaster Danny Finlay said Frank Lampard's side showed "guts, style and fight" at the Etihad which has convinced him they have enough to compete in the top-flight this season
  
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• Record-breaking attacker spotted with Liverpool first-team squad ahead of Atletico clash

  09-09-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Record-breaking attacker spotted with Liverpool first-team squad ahead of Atletico clashLiverpool are set to open up their 2026-27 Champions League game against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night. Every single year without fail, the Reds somehow manage to get drawn to face Diego Simeone's men in the competition.Last season, the Reds only just managed to beat them thanks to a 92nd-minute winner from Virgil van Dijk.This time around, Andoni Iraola will probably be hoping for a much better performa
  
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• 'QPR fans are feeling a lot more optimistic'

  09-09-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Queens Park Rangers fan Gav Lawson says "it's too early to tell" how his side might perform this Championship season but after a strong start he is feeling bright about the club's chances."There's goals in this team, there's some real talent, and we've made some brilliant signings so I think QPR fans are feeling a lot more optimistic this season," he told BBC Radio London."It's not just the results, it's the manner of how we've been playing and the amount of chances we've been crea
  
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• Can Meister emulate Agyemang at Derby?

  09-09-2026 18:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Henrik Meister made his debut for Derby in Saturday's defeat by West Ham [Getty Images]When Derby County brought in Henrik Meister this summer, they did so with big expectations and an eye on the future, according to the Rams' talent acquisition lead Leigh Bromby.Meister was signed on a loan deal that includes an option to buy the forward from Pisa, who are back in Italy's second tier after being relegated from Serie A.In Meister, a 22-year-old Dane who has scored just four goals in two years, D
  
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• Volpato’s Australia career in doubt after positive cocaine test

  09-09-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Volpato’s Australia career in doubt after positive cocaine testSassuolo and Australia international Cristian Volpato could be suspended after police announced a secondary test was also positive for cocaine.The 22-year-old was stopped in New South Wales when speeding at almost twice the limit on September 1, doing 109km/h in a 60km/h zone.He returned a positive roadside reading for cocaine and was handed a $722 fine.Cocaine found in Volpato’s systemARLINGTON, TEXAS – JULY 03: Cr
  
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• Mourinho Sets a Clear Condition for Vinícius Jr’s Support

  09-09-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho Sets a Clear Condition for Vinícius Jr’s SupportJosé Mourinho used his post-match press conference after Real Madrid’s 2-1 win over Inter on Tuesday to publicly back Vinícius Jr, though the backing came with a clear condition attached. Asked why he had shown affection to the Brazilian after substituting him, Mourinho explained that his support is tied directly to whether the winger works for the team, according to Managing Madrid.The comments came after
  
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• Lionel Messi reaches agreement to purchase Eldense of Spain's second division

  09-09-2026 17:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter Miami star Lionel Messi has reached a "preliminary agreement" to become the majority owner of Eldense, a soccer team that plays in Spain's Segunda División."A preliminary agreement has been reached with Lionel Messi for the acquisition of the shares currently owned by Grupo TH Soluciones, which would make him the club's majority shareholder," read a statement from Eldense, which is currently in 20th place in the 22-team division.The deal has not been completed and will require appro
  
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• 'I have grown up quite differently' - Cho's journey to Humberside

  09-09-2026 17:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  At 22-years-old, Mohamed-Ali Cho has had quite the journey to the Premier League.The young forward has already played senior football in Ligue 1, La Liga and now the top flight of English football is in his sights.After joining the Humberside-based club this summer for an undisclosed fee from Nice, the France under-21s international made his first start under boss Sergej Jakirovic in the 1-0 loss to Sunderland.Although Cho's strong south London accent shines through when he spoke to Radio Humber
  
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• The attacking stat that should concern Real Madrid this season

  09-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The attacking stat that should concern Real Madrid this seasonAfter a disappointing defeat to Real Betis, Real Madrid returned to winning ways on Tuesday night, following a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Inter Milan.It was a tense game for Los Blancos, who had to hold on to their slender advantage in the last stretch of the game and were unable to score more goals after an early flurry that saw them gain a 2-0 advantage.A worrying trend in front of goalAccording to MARCA, Real Madrid lead all of E
  
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• Manchester United defender absent from training

  09-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United defender absent from trainingLuke Shaw Absence Raises Manchester United Left-Back Questions Before Sabah ClashManchester United head into their Champions League opener against Sabah with an uncomfortable question already hanging over Michael Carrick’s squad, and it centres on Luke Shaw. According to Mail, the England defender was absent from training on Wednesday, a development that has sharpened concern around a position United chose not to strengthen during the summer.T
  
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• Fabregas: ‘Como Champions League debut must be like any other game’

  09-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabregas: ‘Como Champions League debut must be like any other game’Cesc Fabregas is eager to relax Como ahead of their historic Champions League debut against RB Leipzig. ‘It has to be a game like all the others, played with our identity.’It kicks off at the Stadio Sinigaglia on Thursday at 20.00 UK time (21.00 CEST).This is a truly historic moment for the club, that has never even been in UEFA competition before, let alone the Champions League.They also started their Ser
  
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• This time, no fax machine! Bundesliga club had two Deadline Day mishaps

  09-09-2026 17:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  This time, no fax machine! Bundesliga club had two Deadline Day mishapsCologne’s transfer almost fell through on deadline day. The deal for Borna Sosa was only finalized three minutes before the deadline. On the final day of the summer transfer window, FC had to deal with several mishaps, recalling the failed Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting deal in 2011.Back then, Cologne’s fax machine was broken, which meant the documents reached the DFL too late. The move collapsed, and the Billy Goats be
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona starting lineup against Feyenoord | UEFA Champions League

  09-09-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona starting lineup against Feyenoord | UEFA Champions LeagueAfter making an excellent start to their La Liga campaign, FC Barcelona will be aiming to carry that momentum forward as they get set to begin their UEFA Champions League journey later today.The Blaugrana take on Dutch side Feyenoord in their first European league phase game of the season at the Spotify Camp Nou, targeting another victory to make it five in five in all competitions in 2026/27.With kickoff little over a
  
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• 🚨 Barcelona v Feyenoord: official line-ups, Rodri starts

  09-09-2026 17:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Barcelona v Feyenoord: official line-ups, Rodri startsAnother emotion-filled evening at Camp Nou and across Europe.FC Barcelona gets the ball rolling this Wednesday at 6:45 p.m. The Catalan club hosts Feyenoord, the 1970 European champion, at Camp Nou.Hansi Flick’s starting XI has just been announced. Rodri and Karim Adeyemi are making their first Champions League starts for the Blaugrana.Fermín López is on the bench despite his masterclass last weekend against Vale
  
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• 🚨 XIs named as Barça host Feyenoord, Viking make UCL return vs Stuttgart

  09-09-2026 17:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 XIs named as Barça host Feyenoord, Viking make UCL return vs StuttgartToday's UCL Fixtures 2026-09-09T15:41:42ZHansi Flick and Giovanni van Bronckhorst have named their XIs for Barcelona vs Feyenoord! 2026-09-09T15:21:47ZWelcome to our continuing live blog coverage of the opening match week of the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League.Strap in for a number of tasty encounters this evening, including holders PSG in action against Yaya Touré's Slovan Bratislava, last year's finalis
  
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• Liverpool considered moves for Chelsea man and PSG star this summer

  09-09-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool considered moves for Chelsea man and PSG star this summerLiverpool Moves for Palestra and Mendes Reveal Richard Hughes Transfer PlanTransfer windows are generally remembered for what happened. There is, though, another version of recruitment history, one constructed from the deals that were considered, explored and eventually abandoned.In Richard Hughes’ case at Liverpool, that alternative history contains two particularly intriguing names: Marco Palestra and Nuno Mendes.The Athl
  
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• Rochdale give head coach Watson vote of confidence

  09-09-2026 17:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rochdale's board of directors have given head coach Ian Watson a vote of confidence after a poor start to the season.The 40-year-old took over as Dale boss in June after Jim McNulty's departure for Stockport County and has overseen just five league matches so far.The club are sitting just outside the League Two relegation zone on goal difference with three points from a possible 15.Watson moved from National League North club South Shields and is experiencing his first taste of EFL management wi
  
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• Real Madrid dressing room not worried over missing clear-cut goalscoring chances

  09-09-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid dressing room not worried over missing clear-cut goalscoring chancesReal Madrid fans at the Santiago Bernabeu are beginning to grow frustrated by the chances being missed – something that they made very clear during last night’s narrow 2-1 win over Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League.But, according to MARCA, there is no alarm or worry inside the locker room. Mourinho and his players believe they are creating enough opportunities and are confident the goals will come.
  
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• Gasperini: ‘Roma curious to face the best teams in Champions League’

  09-09-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini: ‘Roma curious to face the best teams in Champions League’Gian Piero Gasperini admits Roma are ‘curious to measure ourselves up against the best teams’ in the Champions League, starting with a trip to Fenerbahce.It kicks off at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium in Istanbul on Thursday at 17.45 UK time (18.45 CEST).The Giallorossi head into European competition after winning all three of their Serie A matches so far this season, even if the 2-1 comeback win over Atalan
  
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• Arsenal Starting XI vs Napoli: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

  09-09-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Starting XI vs Napoli: Confirmed Team News and Predicted LineupArsenal vs Napoli Predicted XI: Arteta Weighs Rotation for Champions League OpenerMikel Arteta has a decision to make in Naples. Arsenal start another Champions League campaign on Wednesday night, and the issue is simple enough, rotate now or trust the same core again.Last season offered encouragement and regret in equal measure. Arsenal won all eight league phase matches and went through the competition without losing in 90
  
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• Andoni Iraola has already made his decision on future of ‘strong’ defender

  09-09-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola has already made his decision on future of ‘strong’ defenderAndoni Iraola made a fair few changes to Liverpool's squad during the summer transfer window. The Spaniard welcomed four new players through the Anfield doors and, although this is a decent number of signings, it still feels like the Reds could've done with bringing more in.There are still a couple of gaping holes among their first-team squad that could do with filling but for now, the former Bournemouth boss n
  
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• 'Spoke brilliantly' but Liverpool fans torn on Mac Allister contract comments

  09-09-2026 17:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alexis Mac Allister has made over 150 appearances for Liverpool [Getty Images]Did Alexis Mac Allister strike the right tone when he told the media about his contract situation with Liverpool?The Argentine midfielder has a deal with the Reds until 2028, but said on Tuesday that he is "very sad" not to have received a new contract in the summer after team-mates Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch penned new agreements.The public approach to stalling contract dealings is nothing new at Liverpoo
  
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• Mourinho’s two-part message to Real Madrid players after 2-1 win vs Inter Milan

  09-09-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho’s two-part message to Real Madrid players after 2-1 win vs Inter MilanReal Madrid managed to pull through and secure a narrow 2-1 victory over Inter Milan on Tuesday night in the UEFA Champions League.The performance was far from their best, with the Nerazzurri causing plenty of problems for Real Madrid, while they were also guilty of missing a large number of chances in the final third.Nevertheless, according to AS, the coaching staff, led by manager Jose Mourinho, see a lot of p
  
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• Liverpool Starting XI vs Atletico Madrid: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

  09-09-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Starting XI vs Atletico Madrid: Confirmed Team News and Predicted LineupLiverpool team news vs Atletico: predicted line-up as Frimpong eyes European recallLiverpool begin their Champions League campaign with a selection question that reaches beyond who starts against Atletico Madrid. For a side adapting to Iraola’s demands, Wednesday’s meeting at Anfield offers an early examination of how effectively fresh legs can complement growing partnerships.The match preview reports n
  
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• How Juventus could line up against Sassuolo amid injury crisis

  09-09-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How Juventus could line up against Sassuolo amid injury crisisLuciano Spalletti has limited options in central midfield with just two players available for the next match against Sassuolo: here’s how the Bianconeri could line up at the Mapei Stadium.Juventus will visit Sassuolo on Sunday night, but are currently preparing for their trip to Reggio Emilia without nine first-team players.PERTH, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 11: Kenan Yildiz of Juventus controls the ball against Tommaso Cassandro o
  
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• Watkins money allows Exeter to plan ahead - Taylor

  09-09-2026 16:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ollie Watkins has scored one goal in three games since moving to Al-Hilal from Aston Villa [Getty Images]Exeter City manager Matt Taylor hopes the unexpected windfall from Ollie Watkins' move to the Saudi Pro League can help the club plan for the long term.The Grecians could earn as much as £2m from Watkins' £51m transfer from Al Hilal to Aston Villa.Under Fifa's solidarity payment mechanism, a proportion of any transfer fee is distributed to clubs involved in training and developing
  
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• The Rwandan eyeing Champions League history against Man Utd

  09-09-2026 16:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Joy-Lance Mickels is set to be the first player from Rwanda to feature in the Champions League proper [Getty Images]Joy-Lance Mickels has been a Manchester United fan since childhood, and on Thursday the Rwanda international will fulfil a lifelong dream.The 32-year-old is expected to start up front when Azerbaijani side Sabah travel to the home of the Red Devils in the opening round of the league phase of this year's Champions League (20:00 BST)."I watch every [Man Utd] game when I can," he told
  
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• Carrick explains Shaw's Man Utd training absence

  09-09-2026 16:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United left-back Luke Shaw in action during the 2-2 draw at Everton [Getty Images]Debate around Manchester United's left-back position has been raging all summer.The fundamental point is that while Luke Shaw started all 38 Premier League games last season, and the first three this, it was going to be stretch to imagine the 31-year-old would navigate through a 60-game campaign.Now United head coach Michael Carrick has given an insight into how Shaw played so often.Last season, Carrick'
  
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• Erling Haaland accuses Porto player of grabbing his bum during heated confrontation

  09-09-2026 16:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Erling Haaland alleged that Porto’s Pablo Rosario grabbed his bottom during Manchester City’s heated Champions League victory at the Estadio do Dragao on Tuesday.The two players were involved in a tense exchange during stoppage time of a tumultuous match, following an earlier confrontation in the tunnel at half-time.The dispute occurred shortly after the 26-year-old Norway striker scored his second goal of the league-phase fixture to secure a 2-0 win.Haaland was fouled by Rosario, pr
  
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• FSG employee hailed genius has to be retained regardless of Liverpool appointment

  09-09-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FSG employee hailed genius has to be retained regardless of Liverpool appointmentHughes Successor Ready Made In House?Liverpool’s search for a new sporting director inevitably encourages a discussion about promotion. Find the smartest person within the building, give them greater responsibility and allow them to climb.Pedro Marques presents Liverpool with a rather different question. What happens when somebody is already regarded as exceptional at precisely the job they are doing?Speaking
  
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