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• 'Problems run deeper' - Coady on Leicester's woes

  08-09-2026 10:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Conor Coady made 43 appearances in all competitions for Leicester City, scoring two goals [Getty Images]Former Leicester City defender Conor Coady says the problems at his old club "have got to run deeper" than the manager and players after their difficult start to life in League One.And in a candid admission, the former England international revealed he could feel the decline during his two-season spell in the East Midlands.Leicester sit 18th with five points from their opening five matches and
  
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• Knight says contract talks not a current priority

  10-09-2026 19:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bristol City captain Jason Knight says talks over his contract have been put on pause with the football season taking "priority" for the time being.Knight is out of contract at Ashton Gate next summer and has been in discussions over a new deal for a number of months.He was subject to speculation over a move away during the recent transfer window however remained at the Robins for the new season and has played every minute of their five Championship games so far."We just hadn't reached an agreem
  
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• Anfield audition failed for long-term Liverpool target after Champions League blunder

  10-09-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Anfield audition failed for long-term Liverpool target after Champions League blunderLiverpool are still unbeaten across all competitions this season. Andoni Iraola's men took on Atletico Madrid in their opening Champions League tie on Wednesday evening and managed to win 2-1.However, that didn't look likely to happen with Marcos Llorente managing to bag yet another goal against the Reds.Indeed, the La Liga outfit's opener was definitely down to the poor positioning of Milos Kerkez but, up until
  
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• ‘It’s always a difficult ground to travel to’ – Chelsea boss Bompastor previews Manchester United test

  10-09-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘It’s always a difficult ground to travel to’ – Chelsea boss Bompastor previews Manchester United testChelsea head coach Sonia Bompastor says that playing Manchester United away from home is never easy.The Blues travel to the Leigh Sports Village to face The Red Devils on Sunday afternoon.Manchester United are going through a transition with new head coach Eva Olid coming in while they were defeated by London City Lionesses on the opening Barclays Women’s Super Leag
  
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• Gateshead sign Plymouth forward Issaka on loan

  10-09-2026 19:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Freddie Issaka made a total of nine appearances on loan for Bristol Rovers last season [Getty Images]Gateshead have signed forward Freddie Issaka on loan from League One side Plymouth Argyle until January.The 20-year-old holds the record as Argyle's youngest-ever first-team player after making his debut aged 15 years and 34 days on 31 August 2021.He spent time on loan with Bristol Rovers in League One and made eight substitute appearances for the Pirates.He then went on to join Truro City and ma
  
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• Liverpool star has handed Andoni Iraola a ‘massive boost’

  10-09-2026 19:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star has handed Andoni Iraola a ‘massive boost’Alexis Mac Allister Form Gives Liverpool Major Decision Over His FutureAlexis Mac Allister has spent the past few days discussing his Liverpool future. Against Atletico Madrid, he provided another reminder of why that conversation matters.The Argentine scored Liverpool’s winner in their 2-1 Champions League victory at Anfield, continuing what David Lynch believes has been a significant improvement in his recent performanc
  
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• 🚨 24 called up and three invited: Chile's squad for the FIFA window

  10-09-2026 19:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 24 called up and three invited: Chile's squad for the FIFA windowCoach Nicolás Córdova has made public the Chile national team squad for the upcoming FIFA international window, during which “La Roja” will play friendlies against Canada and Mexico.The squad brings together 24 players spread across the team’s four lines.In goal, Córdova has called up Vigouroux, Cortés, and Bravo. The defense is made up of Salinas, Faúndez, Villagra, Ku
  
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• Liverpool miss out on perfect Mohamed Salah successor

  10-09-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool miss out on perfect Mohamed Salah successorEven though fans knew way before the end of the 2025-26 campaign that the Egyptian King would be exiting, it still hit them like a tonne of bricks.But, since the Reds knew so far in advance that their main attacker was going to be exiting, most people expected his replacement to be on top of Liverpool's to-do list.And, while they did bring two attackers in, both Victor Munoz and Bradley Barcola are natural left-wingers which now means that the
  
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• Khvicha Kvaratskhelia responds to claims from European legends that he should be Ballon d’Or winner

  10-09-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Khvicha Kvaratskhelia responds to claims from European legends that he should be Ballon d’Or winnerKhvicha Kvaratskhelia spoke after PSG’s win on the hot topic right now – the Ballon d’Or and his potential standing in the race for it.If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content.Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is among a fascinating list of players who are potential Ballon d&
  
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• Goodwin 'blown away' by support, says Utd chief

  10-09-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dundee United boss Jim Goodwin is recovering well and has been "blown away with the support" he has received during his illness-enforced absence, says chief executive Luigi Capuano.Goodwin spent time in hospital and has not taken charge of United's past three games, although he was in attendance at last weekend's Tannadice draw with Falkirk."On behalf of the manager from speaking to him numerous times, he's been blown away with the support from the club and the fans," Capuano said in a club upda
  
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• “He is everywhere” – David Lynch praises Liverpool star after Atletico Madrid win

  10-09-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “He is everywhere” – David Lynch praises Liverpool star after Atletico Madrid winDominik Szoboszlai Shines as Liverpool Beat Atletico Madrid in Champions LeagueLiverpool have started their Champions League campaign with a 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid, and Dominik Szoboszlai provided another reminder of the qualities he can bring to Andoni Iraola’s midfield.Speaking to Dave Davis on Anfield Index’s Media Matters podcast, Liverpool reporter David Lynch was keen to
  
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• Report: Tottenham Hotspur star pushing to terminate his contract

  10-09-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Tottenham Hotspur star pushing to terminate his contractRicharlison Tottenham exit row escalates as contract dispute threatens legal battleTottenham face an increasingly complicated stand-off over Richarlison, with TeamTalk reporting that the Brazil international has sought legal advice over whether he can terminate his contract and leave north London as a free agent.The central issue is clear. Richarlison has been left out of Tottenham’s Premier League squad by Roberto De Zerbi an
  
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• Glasner on Savona, Schlager's start and VAR

  10-09-2026 18:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest boss Oliver Glasner has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Aston Villa at Villa Park (kick-off 15:00 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Nicolo Savona remains the only player sidelined with his knee inury. The defender has faced a few set-backs but has "reacted fine" to slow rehabilitation.Glasner said he is not happy with the explanation given by the Premier League to rule out Forest's goal against Tottenham last week for
  
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• 🎯 Cardinale to tie down Pulisic, Juve-Kalulu, Carlos Augusto today 🔥

  10-09-2026 18:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎯 Cardinale to tie down Pulisic, Juve-Kalulu, Carlos Augusto today 🔥The 2026/27 Champions League returns tonight with the new Matchday 1 fixtures. After Inter, beaten at the Bernabeu by Real Madrid, and Napoli, defeated by Arsenal at the Maradona, today it is Roma’s turn as they face Fenerbahçe in Turkey, while Como host RB Leipzig.Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 per month!Now let’s take a look toge
  
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• Roma break deadlock in Istanbul; PSV trail Shakhtar

  10-09-2026 18:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma break deadlock in Istanbul; PSV trail Shakhtar 2026-09-10T17:36:00ZHALF TIMEFenerbahçe 0-1 RomaPSV 0-1 Shakhtar Donetsk 2026-09-10T17:35:16ZGOAL! PSV 0-1 SHAKHTAR DONETSKRight on the stroke of half-time, we also have an opener in Eindhoven! Mendoza produces a really special effort inside the box to put the visitors ahead 2026-09-10T17:30:22ZWhat a signing he's been for the Giallorossi, by the way! 2026-09-10T17:27:16ZGOAL! FENERBAHCE 0-1 ROMAWe finally have a breakthrough! Malen prod
  
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• Final round of Champions League openers get underway

  10-09-2026 18:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Final round of Champions League openers get underway 2026-09-10T16:46:04ZKICK OFFWe're underway in Istanbul and Eindhoven 2026-09-10T16:33:50ZThe evening starts with two early games as Roma make their long-awaited return to Europe's elite away to Fenerbahçe while PSV host Shakhtar Donetsk. Later, Manchester United entertain Sabah in their own anticipated return while Bayern Munich take on last season's surprise package Bodø/Glimt. 2026-09-10T16:30:45ZHello and welcome to
  
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• Rowe: ‘I’m a different player to Lookman, England call-up has always been a dream’

  10-09-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rowe: ‘I’m a different player to Lookman, England call-up has always been a dream’Jonathan Rowe says that the opportunity to represent England and the chance to play in the Champions League football have been dreams of his since he was a child and that moving to Atalanta could be key to helping him achieve these goals, but he has also warned Dea supporters that he is a different sort of player to Ademola Lookman.Rowe on joining Atalanta, comparisons to Lookman and England &lsqu
  
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• 🤑 LaLiga reveals wage limits for the top two divisions

  10-09-2026 18:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤑 LaLiga reveals wage limits for the top two divisionsLALIGA has made public the Squad Cost Limits for all First and Second Division clubs for the 2026-2027 season. Real Madrid tops the table with €832.79 million, followed by FC Barcelona with €582.77 million.The combined total for the First Division amounts to €3,109.67 million. Among the lowest limits are Sevilla FC’s, at €20.16 million, and Levante UD’s, at €45.57 million.In the Second Division, Re
  
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• Milan’s deal with Sevilla for Youssouf Fofana better than first thought

  10-09-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan’s deal with Sevilla for Youssouf Fofana better than first thoughtSerie A side Milan were keen on getting rid of Youssouf Fofana in the summer transfer window. They found a suitable suitor in Sevilla, who signed the Frenchman on a loan deal.Rumours online have been going around that the Andalusian side will pay only 8% of the midfielder’s salary. The number was spread by Sevilla, who released a statement about the deal. This has caused debate and discussion but it seems like tha
  
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• Jaissle already 'in love' with Hall contribution

  10-09-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Matthias Jaissle could not have been clearer last month.When Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel informed him that his former side were looking at Lewis Hall, the Newcastle United head coach uttered two simple words in response."No chance," he said.Newcastle sold Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon during a summer of huge change, but the club were unequivocal about Hall.The defender now looks set to sign a new deal."Without speaking about his contract, I can just say that I'm
  
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• Galantic: ‘Roma return to Champions League fundamental after seven years’

  10-09-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Galantic: ‘Roma return to Champions League fundamental after seven years’Roma CEO John Galantic thanks the players who agreed to take pay cuts and help the club keep its best talents. ‘Returning to the Champions League is fundamental.’It kicks off at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium in Istanbul at 17.45 UK time (18.45 CEST).You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens from this game and Como-RB Leipzig on the Liveblog.ROME, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 05: Matias Soule
  
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• 🚨 Marcao in Sevilla squad after Sangante ban

  10-09-2026 18:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Marcao in Sevilla squad after Sangante banLuis García has called up 24 players for this Friday’s match against Valencia CF at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán. The Madrid-born coach includes Marcao, who takes the spot left by Sangante, sent off last Sunday at the RCDE Stadium.
  Vargas remains out of the squad due to his knee problems. The rest of the squad is available and has been included in the call-up without restrictions.The squad is completed by Odysseas
  
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• Did Chelsea's breaches really impact the 2016-17 title?

  10-09-2026 18:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Mauricio Pochettino believes Chelsea should be stripped of the Premier League title for 2016-17, when his Tottenham team finished runners-up.This is about Chelsea making £47m in secret payments, according to a Premier League investigation, to unregistered agents and third parties to seal transfers between 2011 and 2018.The transfers included Eden Hazard, Samuel Eto'o, Willian, Ramires, David Luiz, Andre Schurrle and Nemanja Matic.Four of those - Hazard, Willian, Luiz and Mati
  
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• Arsenal's ambition matching Arteta's vision as new deal nears

  10-09-2026 18:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]The perception of Arsenal's transfer window varies depending on who you speak to - but there will be no disagreement from anyone at Emirates Stadium over how crucial their next expected signing will be.With the market closed until January, the club are now in the process of finalising an agreement with manager Mikel Arteta over his protracted new contract.Well-placed sources indicate those discussions have moved forward recently, amid full confidence from those involved in tal
  
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• 'I am happy here and hungry for more'

  10-09-2026 18:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Defender Ronald Araujo believes Liverpool are "growing" as a team under Andoni Iraola after they beat Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.Araujo, who is on a season-long loan from Barcelona, started at right-back for the second game in a row and got an assist as the Reds came from 1-0 down to defeat Diego Simeone's side. "We've got a great team and, little by little, we're growing too - meeting all the coach's demands and reaching a higher level," said the 27-year-old Uruguay i
  
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• Celtic take confidence & momentum into 'special' derby - Baur

  10-09-2026 18:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mika Baur can't wait for his first taste of the "special" Old Firm derby on Sunday after maintaining Celtic's winning momentum with his maiden strike for the club.The German midfielder's second-half strike proved against St Johnstone on Wednesday night as Martin O'Neill's leaders made it six Premiership wins from six.Now comes a trip to face Rangers with a place in the League Cup semi-finals at stake."It will be a special match," said the 22-year-old, who joined from Bundesliga side Paderborn la
  
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• Washington Spirit sign Luvanga - but is it a record deal?

  10-09-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tanzanian striker Clara Luvanga has joined the Washington Spirit from Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr in a deal believed to be one of the most costly in the history of women's football.The fee paid by the National Women's Soccer League side has not been officially disclosed.Some are reporting it to be $2.3m (about £1.7m), which would make Luvanga the most expensive female footballer in history.BBC Sport has not been able to verify this figure, although a well-placed source said they believed i
  
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• Doncaster boss McCann reveals skin cancer treatment

  10-09-2026 18:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Grant McCann is in his second spell as Doncaster Rovers manager [Shutterstock]Doncaster Rovers boss Grant McCann has revealed he was diagnosed with skin cancer last year.McCann said he was told he had malignant melanoma - a type of skin cancer mainly caused by ultraviolet light, such as from the sun or sunbeds. It is a more aggressive kind of skin cancer and can spread to other parts of the body.The 46-year-old Northern Irishman received the diagnosis last December and said he was "ok now".Rover
  
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• Glasner backs Cunha after Brazil call

  10-09-2026 18:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Nottingham Forest head coach Oliver Glasner has praised Jair Cunha's "willingness to learn" after the defender received a first Brazil call up.Brazil take on Australia twice and face India over the international break from late September into early October.Cunha, 21, has won age-group caps for Brazil but has never had a senior call-up.Speaking to BBC Radio Nottingham's Colin Fray, Glasner said his advice will be for Cunha to "enjoy" the experience."Show who you are," said Glasner.
  
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• Reborn Diouf in contention for first France call-up under Zidane

  10-09-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Reborn Diouf in contention for first France call-up under ZidaneThursday’s reports claim that newly re-positioned Inter wing-back Andy Diouf is in contention to earn his first call-up to the France national team squad under Zinedine Zidane for the September-October international breaks after an encouraging start to the 2026-27 season with the Nerazzurri.Diouf included in preliminary France squad ahead of September-October breakDiouf, 23, joined Inter from Lens as in a €25m deal last s
  
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