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• 'McInnes delivers togetherness & intensity in Old Firm gobsmacker'

  13-09-2026 18:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifty five minutes into this Rangers romp at Ibrox, Martin O'Neill and Shaun Maloney stood beside each other in the Celtic technical area, chin-stroking, head-scratching, pointing, waving, drowning.To them, in this moment, this Premier Sports Cup quarter-final must have felt like a surreal and nightmarish occasion - and it was only 1-0 at the time. Rangers had really only started to wreak their havoc.Such was Rangers' dominance, their complete owning of their visitors in every conceivable catego
  
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• Republic of Ireland confirm rescheduled news conference before controversial Israel game

  26-09-2026 14:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Republic of Ireland will now hold their delayed news conference at 14:30 BST before they face Israel in tomorrow's Nations League fixture in Hungary - a fixture campaigners have called on them to boycott.Heimir Hallgrimsson's team are scheduled to meet Israel in Debrecen at 19:45 BST, with the return fixture in Backa Topola, Serbia on 4 October.They have faced calls to withdraw from the games because of the ongoing Israel-Gaza war with a "Stop The Game" campaign - organised by the pressure g
  
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• Juventus plotting Douglas Luiz contract extension after promising 2026-27 return

  26-09-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus plotting Douglas Luiz contract extension after promising 2026-27 returnReports in Italy claim that Juventus are planning on offering Douglas Luiz a new contract extension following his promising return to Serie A action in 2026-27, which could also be a useful exercise for the Bianconeri accounting department.Report: Juventus could hand a contract extension to Douglas LuizDouglas Luiz is currently under contract with Juventus until the summer of 2029, having signed a five-year contract
  
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• De la Fuente's three omissions for England v Spain

  26-09-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  De la Fuente's three omissions for England v SpainLuis de la Fuente has confirmed the final 23-man squad for the match against England at Wembley Stadium. The Spain manager has had to make three mandatory cuts from the initial 26-man call-up. The players left out for this fixture are Iván Fresneda, Víctor Muñoz and Roberto Fernández. None of the three will kit up or take a place on the bench during the match. The decision affects two of the national team’s main
  
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• Raul Asencio set for Real Madrid chance as defensive crisis hits Jose Mourinho

  26-09-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Raul Asencio set for Real Madrid chance as defensive crisis hits Jose MourinhoReal Madrid currently have five center-backs in their first team squad. They brought in Ibrahima Konate, who has already established himself as a fixed starter for Jose Mourinho, during the summer, signing him for free after he ended his contract at Liverpool. The Frenchman thus joined Dean Huijsen, Antonio Rudiger, Eder Militao, and Raul Asencio, to be another center-back option for the Merengue team.Militao is curren
  
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• Marseille’s Derek Cornelius set for three-month absence

  26-09-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marseille’s Derek Cornelius set for three-month absenceDerek Cornelius (28) will be out for around three months, as per a report from L’Équipe, after the defender sustained a hip injury while on international duty with Canada.Cornelius returned to Marseille over the summer following a loan spell at Rangers last season. The defender has been used sparingly so far, playing just 26 minutes of football in Ligue 1 and a further 67 minutes in the UEFA Europa League. His start agains
  
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• Borussia Dortmund join Roma in race for Kvernadze

  26-09-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Borussia Dortmund join Roma in race for KvernadzeAfter exploring a myriad of prospects last summer without ever landing a spot, the solution to the right-footed left-back conundrum could be right near home. Located 90 kilometers from Rome, 23-year-old Giorgi Kvernadze is establishing himself as one of the most interesting players in this first month of Serie A. His performances have not gone unnoticed, and sporting director Tony D’Amico has reportedly already set his sights on him and is r
  
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• 📸 England v Spain: the combined XI ⚔️

  26-09-2026 14:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 England v Spain: the combined XI ⚔️It’s the most enticing and most talked-about clash of this international break.This Saturday evening, England host Spain at the legendary Wembley Stadium (8:45pm).Just a few hours before kick-off in this Nations League Group C showdown, let’s have some fun putting together an Anglo-Spanish dream team.Players who are unavailable, notably Declan Rice and Cole Palmer, are not eligible for this best XI. Trent Alexander-Arnold ther
  
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• Deco Plays Down Barcelona Interest in Manchester United Teen

  26-09-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Deco Plays Down Barcelona Interest in Manchester United TeenBarcelona sporting director Deco has responded to speculation linking the club with Manchester United academy prospect JJ Gabriel, a highly rated 15-year-old attracting attention from several of Europe’s leading clubs. Speaking to journalist Ben Jacobs, Deco played down any suggestion that Barcelona are actively pursuing a deal, insisting there is nothing concrete to report on the teenager’s situation.The comments come amid
  
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• Cody Gakpo breaks silence on failed move to Manchester City

  26-09-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cody Gakpo breaks silence on failed move to Manchester CityCody Gakpo opens up on collapsed Manchester City move after Liverpool revivalCody Gakpo has admitted he endured a “very tough” summer as speculation over a move from Liverpool to Manchester City intensified before ultimately collapsing.The Netherlands forward was reportedly a major target for Manchester City, with Pep Guardiola’s side said to have been prepared to spend up to £85m on the Liverpool attacker. Totten
  
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• Lamine Yamal talks origins, Barcelona, Euro, World Cup, Ballon d’Or: ‘There will be a time when there’s no debate’

  26-09-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamine Yamal talks origins, Barcelona, Euro, World Cup, Ballon d’Or: ‘There will be a time when there’s no debate’In an extremely candid interview with The Guardian, FC Barcelona and Spain teenage superstar Lamine Yamal shed light on his roots and upbringing, while also giving an insight into what makes him such a top athlete despite his young age.Only 19 years old, the Barcelona wonderkid has won the Euro 2024 and the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Spain, while also lifting mu
  
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• Report Neto will have Juventus medical on September 27

  26-09-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Neto will have Juventus medical on September 27Free agent Neto is expected to undergo his Juventus medical tests on Sunday, ready to begin training with Luciano Spalletti’s team from Monday.The Bianconeri found themselves needing to bolster the squad with another goalkeeper after the devastating anterior cruciate ligament injury for Kamil Grabara.That happened after a routine training exercise, and the Polish shot-stopper is expected to be out of action for anywhere up to seven mont
  
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• Ousmane Dembélé to captain France in Kylian Mbappé’s absence

  26-09-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ousmane Dembélé to captain France in Kylian Mbappé’s absenceParis Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé (29) will captain the France national team in the absence of Kylian Mbappé (27) for the remainder of the international break after the latter was forced to withdraw from Zinédine Zidane’s squad due to injury. Mbappé scored the only goal as the Zidane era got off to a winning start in the win over Turkiye in the UEFA Nations Le
  
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• 😱 Republic of Ireland could fail to show up against Israel!

  26-09-2026 14:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱 Republic of Ireland could fail to show up against Israel!Gavin Bazunu has caused a major stir in the Republic of Ireland squad after announcing that he will not play against Israel.The goalkeeper expressed his conscientious objection during a team meeting at the training camp. His decision has sparked intense internal debate, leading other players to consider not taking part in the match. Several senior members of the squad are now discussing whether to collectively back their teammate
  
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• Southend sign Yeboah on loan from Bristol City

  26-09-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Southend United have signed striker Ephraim Yeboah on a 28-day loan deal from Bristol City.The 20-year-old spent the end of last season on loan at Carlisle United and joins fellow Bristol City loanee Joe Duncan at Roots Hall.Yeboah has played 13 times for the Robins."He's really quick and wants to play on the shoulder of defenders," Southend boss Kieron Dyer told the club website."He'll make our counter-attacks even more potent."
  
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• Real Madrid receive worrying Kylian Mbappe injury update from Zinedine Zidane

  26-09-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid receive worrying Kylian Mbappe injury update from Zinedine ZidaneOne can argue that the September international break has come at an opportune time for Real Madrid. The Merengues lost their first derby of the season, falling to Atletico Madrid in their last game before the break. Before that, they had also lost to Real Betis, which means they are now six points below the league leaders, FC Barcelona.The international break provided the Merengue club with some time to reflect on their
  
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• 🤯 Bonkers idea: club in Brazil loans out manager

  26-09-2026 14:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤯 Bonkers idea: club in Brazil loans out managerPlayers who are loaned to another club — for example to gain match practice — are perfectly normal in the football business. Loans of this kind are part of everyday life.In Brazil, however, a highly unusual loan deal has now caused a stir. Second-division side Criciúma EC have loaned in a coach. ‘Sky’ reports this. Umberto Louzer will take charge of the club until the end of the season. However, the 46-year-ol
  
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• Lamine Yamal reveals what he told Messi after World Cup final: ‘I said thank you for everything’

  26-09-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamine Yamal reveals what he told Messi after World Cup final: ‘I said thank you for everything’Speaking in an exclusive interview with The Guardian, Lamine Yamal has opened up on his exchange with former FC Barcelona captain and club legend after the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.Following the final whistle in the final, which Spain won 1-0 thanks to a Ferran Torres goal in extra time, Lamine quickly moved to embrace Messi and the pair exchanged a few words.‘Thank you for everythi
  
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• France won’t replace injured Kylian Mbappé

  26-09-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France won’t replace injured Kylian MbappéKylian Mbappé (27) sustained an injury in his game-winning action against Turkiye on Friday night as Zinédine Zidane’s era as France manager got off to a winning start (1-0). Mbappé went down immediately after putting Les Bleus in the lead. Post-match, the FFF confirmed that the Real Madrid forward had sustained a knee tendon injury. His withdrawal from Zidane’s squad for the rest of the extended internationa
  
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• Capello identifies Italy positives but warns ‘how do you expect to score playing like that?’

  26-09-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Capello identifies Italy positives but warns ‘how do you expect to score playing like that?’Fabio Capello says that Mohamed Ali Zoma and Daniel Maldini were among the positives to take away from Italy’s 2-0 defeat at home against Belgium on Friday evening, but has warned ‘how do you expect to score’ if the Azzurri continue to build up in the same way as they did at the Stadio Olimpico.Capello reacts after Italy 0-2 Belgium: ‘Approached it with too much concern
  
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• 🚦 Green light: Real Madrid Brazilian could return after LONG lay-off

  26-09-2026 13:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚦 Green light: Real Madrid Brazilian could return after LONG lay-offCenter-back Éder Militão is close to returning to Real Madrid after FIVE months.The player — who has been dealing with injuries — has not played since April 21, in the 2-1 win over Alavés in La Liga 2025/26.This Saturday (26), Militão received good news, getting the "green light" from the medical department for his return.Militão had already been training separately. Now, he
  
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• Sky Sports: Brentford in contract talks with forward amid transfer interest

  26-09-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sky Sports: Brentford in contract talks with forward amid transfer interestKevin Schade contract talks intensify as Arsenal and Liverpool monitor Brentford starBrentford have opened initial contract talks with Kevin Schade as the forward continues to attract attention from some of the Premier League’s biggest clubs.According to Sky Sports, the Bees are keen to secure Schade’s future after an impressive opening to the campaign, with Arsenal and Liverpool understood to be among the clu
  
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• Bergomi: ‘Mancini old ideas, Italy not reflecting aggressive Serie A approach’

  26-09-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bergomi: ‘Mancini old ideas, Italy not reflecting aggressive Serie A approach’Italy legend Beppe Bergomi feels Roberto Mancini showed he is out of touch with a changing Serie A. ‘We saw old ideas, none of what we’re seeing at Inter, Roma, Frosinone or Como.’The Azzurri were beaten 2-0 at home by Belgium in the opening Nations League match last night, the return of Mancini to the bench after walking away in 2023.ROME – SEPTEMBER 25: Gianluca Mancini of Italy co
  
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• Liverpool appoint Julian Ward as sporting director following Richard Hughes’ exit

  26-09-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool appoint Julian Ward as sporting director following Richard Hughes’ exitLiverpool have re-appointed Julian Ward as sporting director. He returns to the role more than three years after previously stepping down.Ward takes up the position immediately after most recently working as technical director for Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG).The appointment follows Richard Hughes’s departure earlier this month after two years as sporting director, with the 47-year-old subs
  
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• Liverpool appoint Julian Ward as sporting director following Richard Hughes exit

  26-09-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool appoint Julian Ward as sporting director following Richard Hughes exitLiverpool have appointed Julian Ward as sporting director, with the experienced executive returning to the role more than three years after previously stepping down.Ward takes up the position immediately after most recently working as technical director for Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group.The appointment follows Richard Hughes’s departure earlier this month after two years as sporting director, with the 47
  
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• Barcelona plan two strategic sales next window 🛒

  26-09-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona plan two strategic sales next window 🛒With months to go until the next transfer window, Barcelona is already planning TWO strategic sales to boost the club’s finances.The Catalan club hopes to make millions and ease its cash flow with Ronald Araújo (currently at Liverpool) and Ter Stegen (at Ajax).For Ronald Araújo, Barça could receive 55 million euros if Liverpool exercises the purchase option at the end of the loan spell.As for Ter Stegen, he is unl
  
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• Sky Sports: Liverpool in the race to sign Premier League forward

  26-09-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sky Sports: Liverpool in the race to sign Premier League forwardLiverpool Tracking Kevin Schade as Brentford Contract Talks ContinueLiverpool are continuing to monitor Brentford winger Kevin Schade as the Germany international enters an important stage of his career at club level.According to a report from Sky Sports, Brentford have opened initial discussions with Schade over a new long term contract, with Liverpool and Arsenal both understood to be keeping a close watch on his situation.Liverpo
  
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• Referee Oliver assigned for Turkiye vs. Italy Nations League crunch match

  26-09-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Referee Oliver assigned for Turkiye vs. Italy Nations League crunch matchEnglish referee Michael Oliver has been assigned to Italy’s crunch Nations League match against Turkiye on Monday, the man Gigi Buffon famously said had ‘a dustbin for a heart’.The game kicks off at the Ataturk Spor Kompleski Matli Stadyumu in Bursa on Monday at 19.45 UK time (20.45 CEST).This is a real head-to-head at the foot of Group A, as both teams lost their opening fixtures.Italy are rock bottom on
  
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• Real Madrid defender receives green light to resume team training; will return to action in October

  26-09-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid defender receives green light to resume team training; will return to action in OctoberIn a major boost for Real Madrid, MARCA reports that Eder Militao is ever so close to making a comeback from his lengthy injury layoff. As per the report, the centre-back was visited by the doctor who operated on his serious tendon injury in April, Lasse Lempainen, who has now cleared him to return.Militao all set to returnLempainen paid a visit to the Real Madrid facilities earlier this week in or
  
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• Republic of Ireland news conference delayed before controversial Israel game

  26-09-2026 13:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Republic of Ireland have delayed the pre-match news conference planned for Sunday's Uefa Nations League game against Israel in Hungary - a fixture campaigners have called on them to boycott.Heimir Hallgrimsson's team are scheduled to meet Israel in Debrecen at 19:45 BST, with the return fixture in Backa Topola, Serbia on 4 October.They have faced calls to withdraw from the games because of the ongoing Israel-Gaza war with a "Stop The Game" campaign - organised by the pressure group Irish Spo
  
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