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• 'Mini-Rodri' Gonzalez shown he will be loved at Newcastle

  27-08-2026 00:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico Gonzalez wanted to feel loved. He certainly did so at St James' Park on Wednesday night after completing his £52m move from Manchester City.Newcastle United's new signing was handed a rapturous welcome before he even kicked a ball for the club as supporters repeatedly chanted his name.The sight of Gonzalez walking out at the sold-out stadium before the 3-2 win against West Bromwich Albion in the Carabao Cup second round was a welcome one for head coach Matthias Jaissle, who desperatel
  
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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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• Turkiye lose Arda Guler for Italy clash

  03-10-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Turkiye lose Arda Guler for Italy clashVincenzo Montella’s Turkiye haven’t only lost all their opening three Nations League games, but will also visit Italy on Monday without the suspended Arda Guler.Montella’s Turkiye will face Italy on Monday night without the suspended Arda Guler.BURSA, TURKEY – SEPTEMBER 28: Michael Kayode of Italy swaps shirts with Arda Guler of Turkiye after the UEFA Nations League 2026/27 group phase match between Türkiye and Italy at Atat&uum
  
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• Pau Cubarsi opens up on Barcelona pressure, mental health and life as a teenager: ‘You have to keep fighting’

  03-10-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pau Cubarsi opens up on Barcelona pressure, mental health and life as a teenager: ‘You have to keep fighting’Pau Cubarsi has opened up about the demands of becoming a Barcelona first-team player at such a young age, explaining how psychological support helped him during the early stages of his breakthrough.The defender is already among the most recognised young players in world football. A Golden Boy favourite and one of the 30 nominees for the Ballon d’Or, Cubarsi was als
  
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• Liverpool find answer to massive problem in 'one-man wrecking ball'

  03-10-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool find answer to massive problem in 'one-man wrecking ball'Liverpool have a lot of problems that they still need to solve among their ranks. The four new players that they welcomed through the Anfield doors during the summer transfer window have all had a decent impact so far but, more change needs to occur.That is, especially if they want to start challenging for silverware once again.However, without figuring out the answers to their issues, they're not going to be able to get anywhere
  
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• Kylian Mbappe’s complaint against PSG dismissed as legal dispute finally comes to an end

  03-10-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappe’s complaint against PSG dismissed as legal dispute finally comes to an endKylian Mbappe’s legal dispute with Paris Saint-Germain has taken a significant turn, with French justice dismissing the complaint he filed over alleged psychological harassment during the final stage of his time at the club.According to MARCA, the investigation was closed in May after the Real Madrid forward withdrew the complaint himself. French media have reported that authorities also foun
  
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• Dyche would be open to Celtic approach - gossip

  03-10-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Premier League manager would be interested if Celtic require a mid-season change...Sean Dyche will seriously consider becoming the next Celtic manager if an offer is tabled for the former Burnley, Everton and Nottingham Forest boss. (Football Insider)Celtic winger Jota played 45 minutes of a behind-closed-doors match against a Falkirk yesterday after 18 months out with an ACL injury. (Scottish Sun)Winger Sebastian Tounekti has returned to Celtic earlier than expected after Tunisia
  
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• Viktor Gyokeres left feeling ‘sour’ despite 3rd goal in 3 for Sweden

  03-10-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Viktor Gyokeres left feeling ‘sour’ despite 3rd goal in 3 for SwedenThe 28-year-old extended an extraordinary Nations League sequence, although Sweden were unable to turn his latest goal into three points.Photo by Michael Campanella/Getty ImagesViktor Gyokeres scored for the third successive game of this international break as Sweden drew 1-1 away to Bosnia and Herzegovina, although the Arsenal striker was left frustrated after an 80th-minute equaliser denied his side victory.Gyokere
  
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• Report: Liverpool could be set to battle Tottenham Hotspur for Premier League forward

  03-10-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool could be set to battle Tottenham Hotspur for Premier League forwardKaoru Mitoma Transfer Latest as Liverpool Track Brighton Contract Stand-OffKaoru Mitoma is shaping up to be one of the more intriguing market situations of the coming windows, with TeamTalk reporting that Liverpool are keeping watch while Tottenham could offer a reunion with Roberto De Zerbi.The Brighton winger finds himself in a delicate position. Mitoma’s current deal is running down, and while the club
  
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• Jose Mourinho ready to bench superstar forward against Villarreal with El Clasico looming – report

  03-10-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho ready to bench superstar forward against Villarreal with El Clasico looming – reportJose Mourinho is preparing a short-term change for Vinicius Jr. as Real Madrid look to get the Brazilian back to his best before the first El Clasico of the season.According to Defensa Central, Vinicius is expected to begin the October 10 meeting with Villarreal on the bench. The outlet mentions that Mourinho does not view that decision as the start of a prolonged spell out of the team, w
  
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• Chelsea renew interest in Barcelona defender struggling for minutes ahead of January transfer window

  03-10-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea renew interest in Barcelona defender struggling for minutes ahead of January transfer windowChelsea have renewed their interest in Barcelona defender Jules Kounde, with the Premier League club considering whether to make a move for the Frenchman during the January transfer window.According to Mundo Deportivo, Kounde has returned to Chelsea’s radar after seeing his role at Barcelona become less prominent this season. The outlet mentions that the 27-year-old remains a highly reg
  
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• Arsenal scrap plans for major expansion of Emirates Stadium

  03-10-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal scrap plans for major expansion of Emirates StadiumArsenal have scrapped plans for a major expansion of the Emirates Stadium, according to The Times.The north London giants had considered ways to increase their stadium’s capacity from its current 60,704 to 80,000.However, they have decided against pursuing a large-scale redevelopment, which would likely have been extremely costly.The club will instead focus on improving hospitality, retail, visitor facilities and the overall matchd
  
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• Endrick remains Roma’s top priority for January

  03-10-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Endrick remains Roma’s top priority for JanuaryThe January transfer window is still a ways off, but at Trigoria, a name continues to gain traction in the attacking strategy. Endrick has become one of the players being closely monitored by Roma, who are ready to evaluate a move that would allow Gian Piero Gasperini to add talent, quality, and perspective to their attacking lineup. The starting point is simple: the interest is mutual. Roma has long admired the Brazilian’s qualities, an
  
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