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• Are Moyes and Everton's owners on the same page?

  27-08-2026 12:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton manager David Moyes has said he needs more new players before the transfer window closes [Getty Images]Everton's owners the Friedkin Group are rarely seen and barely heard – so when they announced via chief executive Angus Kinnear that they regarded missing out on European football last season as "failure" it came as a surprise.Not least to manager David Moyes.Everton were in one of the nine European places on offer to English clubs when Merlin Rohl gave them the lead against Sunde
  
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• Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: Andoni Iraola Faces His First Major Anfield Test

  29-08-2026 10:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: Andoni Iraola Faces His First Major Anfield TestLiverpool vs Nottingham Forest – Premier League PreviewDate: Saturday, 29 May 2026Venue: AnfieldKick-off: 12:30 GMTAfter a tricky opening game away to Newcastle where a fortunate point was gained due to a last-gasp penalty, the summer transfer window edges towards closure with Bradley Barcola seemingly nearing completion, though not in time to make this matchday squad. The defensive midfield, right back and rig
  
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• Fabio Capello names Real Madrid ‘the team to beat’ after Mourinho’s early impact

  29-08-2026 10:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabio Capello names Real Madrid ‘the team to beat’ after Mourinho’s early impactReal Madrid will face a demanding and highly intriguing Champions League league phase in 2026/27, with Jose Mourinho set to come up against several familiar opponents from his managerial past.The Spanish giants, once again among the favourites to win Europe’s biggest club competition, have been handed a varied set of opponents following the draw. Mourinho’s most eye-catching reunion
  
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• Barcelona set to earn up to €8 million from double La Masia exits

  29-08-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona set to earn up to €8 million from double La Masia exitsBarcelona are closing in on a double sale that could bring the club between €7 million and €8 million before the transfer window shuts, with La Masia talents Alvaro Cortes and Toni Fernandez both preparing to continue their careers away from Catalonia.According to SPORT, Cortes is set to join Royal Antwerp for a fee of just over €3 million, while Venezia are expected to pay around €4 million for Toni Fernan
  
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• Roma could decide to focus on Lulli after Oosterwolde’s deal collapse

  29-08-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma could decide to focus on Lulli after Oosterwolde’s deal collapseRoma may decide not to replace Jayden Oosterwolde. After the failed Fenerbahçe deal, the Giallorossi had left open the possibility of another move for a winger, but with the transfer window closing just days away, the situation appears to have changed. According to today’s newspapers, Gian Piero Gasperini’s evaluation has also been influenced by the growth of Emanuele Lulli, who made a convincing debut
  
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• Report: Marcus Rashford could still leave Manchester United this summer

  29-08-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Marcus Rashford could still leave Manchester United this summerMarcus Rashford Transfer Latest as Arsenal and Barcelona Monitor Manchester United SituationMarcus Rashford’s future has moved back into focus in the closing days of the transfer window, with TeamTalk reporting that both Arsenal and Barcelona are tracking developments around the Manchester United forward.The current picture is relatively clear. United have reintegrated Rashford, handed him the number nine shirt and used
  
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• Kessie turns down Juventus, Roma remain interested

  29-08-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kessie turns down Juventus, Roma remain interestedAccording to Gianluca Di Marzio, Franck Kessié has informed Juventus that the conditions for an agreement are not in place. The Bianconeri are no longer in contact with the Ivorian midfielder, who is a free agent and is also being pursued by Roma. Possible developments remain to be seen with the Giallorossi, who have expressed interest in the former Atalanta player, whom Gasperini knows very well.
  
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• Bradley Barcola set for Liverpool medical as total agreement is reached with PSG

  29-08-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bradley Barcola set for Liverpool medical as total agreement is reached with PSGBradley Barcola (23) is set to travel for his medical ahead of completing a transfer to Liverpool in the next 24 hours after a total agreement was reached with Paris Saint-Germain, according to The Athletic. The French international forward has already reached an agreement on personal terms with the Premier League club.Liverpool identified Barcola as one of their main targets to replace Mohamed Salah, who left on a f
  
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• Today’s Papers – Ramos makes Milan smile, Napoli need miracle for new striker

  29-08-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers – Ramos makes Milan smile, Napoli need miracle for new strikerLa Gazzetta dello SportJuve, Kessié at all costsMidfield emergency: there’s the meeting for the yesAn Argentina Roma, Balerdi signed too.Milan go with the 9Ramos king at San Siro. A night at the topThe centre-forward scores and paves the way. Venezia resist, and then surrender. Amorim’s substitutions decisive. Leao to Galatasaray: ‘I cried.’Europa League Round of 16 right away:
  
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• Serie A: Juventus vs. Parma – probable line-ups, where to watch on TV

  29-08-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A: Juventus vs. Parma – probable line-ups, where to watch on TVJuventus host Parma this evening with both Randal Kolo Muani and Jonathan David expected to start up front, while Kenan Yildiz and Weston McKennie are injured.It kicks off at 20:45 CET [19:45 BST] at the Allianz Stadium in Turin.The Bianconeri must cope without the injured Yildiz and McKennie, but Kehphren Thuram is also not fully fit and might not be included in the squad for this evening’s match.Lloyd Kelly remain
  
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• Report: Real Madrid close exit door even as 20-year-old frustrated forward considers future

  29-08-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Real Madrid close exit door even as 20-year-old frustrated forward considers futureReal Madrid have one of the most enviable attacking rosters in world football, with world-class starters and quality depth players.Jose Mourinho has Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Yan Diomande as his starters, with Carlos Espi, Rodrygo, Arda Guler, Brahim Diaz and Endrick providing depth.Now, according to journalist Miguel Serrano on Defensa Central, Endrick is having doubts about his future at the Spa
  
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• Fabio Capello makes bold Real Madrid prediction ahead of Champions League

  29-08-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabio Capello makes bold Real Madrid prediction ahead of Champions LeagueAlthough it started late for them, because several of their players reached the latter stages of the World Cup 2026, Real Madrid have now well and truly entered the 2026-27 season. The Merengues have already played two matches in La Liga, winning both of them, and now also know their opponents for the League Phase of the UEFA Champions League.The draw for this stage of the European competition was held last Thursday, and Lo
  
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• Atletico give Alvarez Arsenal deadline as player misses 3rd training session

  29-08-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico give Alvarez Arsenal deadline as player misses 3rd training sessionAtletico are reportedly demanding an answer from the Argentina forward while preparing for the possibility of an Arsenal bid before Tuesday’s transfer deadline.Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty ImagesJulian Alvarez has missed training with Atletico Madrid for a third successive day, with the Spanish club reportedly giving the striker until tomorrow to decide whether he wants to join Arsenal or remain in Madrid.The Dail
  
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• Liverpool agree £123m deal for PSG's Barcola

  29-08-2026 10:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool have agreed a deal worth up to £123m for Paris St-Germain forward Bradley Barcola.PSG initially valued the France attacker at £145m, but the Reds have agreed a package worth an initial £106m with £17m in potential add-ons.The 23-year-old is expected to have a medical this weekend before signing a long-term contract at Anfield.Barcola is right footed but prefers to play on the left wing and his likely arrival creates further doubt around Cody Gakpo's future at An
  
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• How to watch Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: TV channel and live commentary details

  29-08-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How to watch Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: TV channel and live commentary detailsLiverpool vs Nottingham Forest: TV Channel, Kick-off Time and Highlights GuideLiverpool open their Anfield home schedule for the 2026-27 Premier League season with Nottingham Forest visiting on Saturday. It is an early start, 12.30pm BST, and for Andoni Iraola this is another quick test of where his side stand after a summer of change.Supporters in the UK can watch Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest live on TNT Sports
  
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• Why Rafael Leao decision to reject Aston Villa for Galatasaray makes sense

  29-08-2026 09:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Rafael Leao decision to reject Aston Villa for Galatasaray makes senseAfter weeks of looking for a new project away from Milan, Rafa Leão finally had on his hands a Premier League project in the form on Aston Villa.However, he has rejected it. The Villans’ financial package was simply not as good as what Galatasaray are willing to offer, and with a €45m fee accepted by the Rossoneri, the Portuguese international is finally on his way out of San Siro.While a major opportunit
  
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• Journalist argues Real Madrid do not need player of Manu Kone’s profile: ‘He would make more sense if…’

  29-08-2026 09:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist argues Real Madrid do not need player of Manu Kone’s profile: ‘He would make more sense if…’Manu Kone’s name has emerged as a surprise option for Real Madrid in recent days, but the growing feeling around the club is that there will be no further additions unless the current squad changes before the transfer window closes.The AS Roma midfielder has been linked with a potential move to the Santiago Bernabéu, particularly amid speculation surroundin
  
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• Do Wrexham have a defensive problem?

  29-08-2026 09:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  When addressing the media in his post-match press conference, Phil Parkinson cut a bewildered figure following Wrexham's loss to Birmingham City.Two moments of defensive sloppiness cost the Red Dragons dearly as they were beaten 2-1 by Chris Davies' men at the Racecourse Ground.Central defender Phil Neumann scored a pair of headers for the visitors, with Parkinson boldly stating they were "two of the softest goals" conceded in his reign as Wrexham manager, which began in 2021.Captain Dom Hyam wa
  
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• La Liga file complaint against Barcelona over controversial chants targeting Spain in Athletic Club match

  29-08-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  La Liga file complaint against Barcelona over controversial chants targeting Spain in Athletic Club matchBarcelona’s La Liga home opener against Athletic Club at Spotify Camp Nou was overshadowed by a protest from sections of the home support, with La Liga formally reporting five separate incidents from the stands following chants directed at Spain, the National Police and Atletico Madrid.The atmosphere inside the stadium was influenced by events from the previous weekend, when a police in
  
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• 23-year-old forward now wanted for Serie A deal

  29-08-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  23-year-old forward now wanted for Serie A dealLiverpool are making big changes to their attack. Bradley Barcola is now primed to become the summer’s headline arrival. The 23-year-old Frenchman is coming in from Paris Saint-Germain for a sizeable transfer fee that could reach £120m.The two-time Champions League winner is joining Victor Munoz in a new-look Reds’ attack under Andoni Iraola. Spain’s FIFA World Cup winner was recruited for around £34m after Richard Hugh
  
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• Balerdi ready to arrive in Italy today ahead of Roma move

  29-08-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Balerdi ready to arrive in Italy today ahead of Roma moveRoma is swelling its Argentine colony. The Giallorossi club hopes to welcome Leonardo Balerdi to the capital today. He would be the Albiceleste’s fifth player in the squad, joining Dybala, Soulé, Castro, and Molina. Never before has Trigoria seen such a large group of foreigners. The 1999-born player holds dual citizenship (Argentine-Italian), so he won’t be playing as a non-EU player. With Ziolkowski’s sale to Mon
  
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• Ex-WSL youngsters aim to fire Gwalia to promotion

  29-08-2026 09:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Daisy Ackerman and Ellie-Mai Sanford's football careers have been shaped by their time in high-level English academies.The versatile Ackerman and defender Sanford spent time at Bristol City as youngsters, with Ackerman going on to Arsenal while Sanford built her career in the United States. Now reunited in south Wales, they hope to help Gwalia United secure promotion back to National League South Division.And it has been a promising start in England's fourth tier, with Gwalia unbeaten in their f
  
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• Why Manchester City spent big to sign an England international stood out against Crystal Palace

  29-08-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Manchester City spent big to sign an England international stood out against Crystal PalaceElliot Anderson has shown glimpses of why Manchester City were willing to spend big to sign him from Nottingham Forest in the first two matches he had played for the club. Anderson showed flashes of his quality in Manchester City’s FA Community Shield loss to Arsenal. Against Bournemouth last weekend, Anderson was arguably City’s best-performing player for the 63 minutes he was on the pitch
  
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• This Manchester City side has plenty of scope to improve as their superstar striker pointed out

  29-08-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  This Manchester City side has plenty of scope to improve as their superstar striker pointed outErling Haaland scored a brace to help Manchester City make it two wins from two Premier League matches as Enzo Maresca’s side beat Crystal Palace 4-1 at Selhurst Park last night. Haaland looked in ominous form as he put in a very good performance up front to set City on their way last night. Haaland’s performance followed on from his somewhat rusty display against Bournemouth last weekend.
  
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• There were great signs shown by a Manchester City favourite against Crystal Palace

  29-08-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There were great signs shown by a Manchester City favourite against Crystal PalaceManchester City beat Crystal Palace 4-1 last night at Selhurst Park with a good performance that was filled with plenty of positives. One of those was the performance of Phil Foden. Foden endured a frustrating opening half-hour in last night’s match. However, he overcame that to put in a performance that helped his team make it back-to-back wins to start their 2026-27 Premier League campaign.Phil Foden overca
  
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• If Manchester City can nail the final days of the transfer window they’ll give Maresca everything he needs

  29-08-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  If Manchester City can nail the final days of the transfer window they’ll give Maresca everything he needsManchester City have made a promising start to the 2026-27 Premier League. They dispatched Crystal Palace 4-1 at Selhurst Park last night to make it two wins from their opening two Premier League fixtures. City have played well in their wins over Bournemouth and Crystal Palace but in the background to matters on the pitch, City still have work to do in the transfer market before the su
  
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• 🥐☕️FC Breakfast: twins face-off 👥, Elversberg 👀, rocket throw-in 🚀

  29-08-2026 09:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐☕️FC Breakfast: twins face-off 👥, Elversberg 👀, rocket throw-in 🚀One Sessegnon can hide another 😅A great cup story. This Thursday, Fulham faced Wimbledon in the League Cup. The Cottagers had no trouble winning (3-0), but one detail stood out in the match. Ryan Sessegnon came up against his twin brother Steven during the game. A lovely family story. He thinks he’s scored... from a throw-in 🥵Had you ever seen a goal scored di
  
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• Real Madrid urged to move for Spanish midfielder who can fill Rodri void: ‘Wouldn’t hesitate to sign him’

  29-08-2026 09:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid urged to move for Spanish midfielder who can fill Rodri void: ‘Wouldn’t hesitate to sign him’Real Madrid may have strengthened significantly this summer, but one profile remains missing from Jose Mourinho’s squad.For all the money they have spent this summer, Mourinho’s squad lacks a midfielder capable of controlling matches from the base.The club had been on track to sign Rodri from Manchester City, but the Spaniard eventually chose to move to Barcelona
  
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• Hansi Flick breaks Pep Guardiola’s record with youngest-ever Barcelona XI at Camp Nou

  29-08-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick breaks Pep Guardiola’s record with youngest-ever Barcelona XI at Camp NouBarcelona’s first home match of the 2026/27 La Liga season at Spotify Camp Nou produced a remarkable piece of club history, with Hansi Flick fielding what is claimed to be the youngest starting XI Barcelona have ever named for a home fixture.According to journalist Oriol Jove (h/t Mundo Deportivo), the Blaugrana’s starting line-up had an average age of just 23.18 years.The milestone was made po
  
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• Liverpool make ridiculous transfer move in wake of Bradley Barcola agreement

  29-08-2026 09:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool make ridiculous transfer move in wake of Bradley Barcola agreementLiverpool have made a bizarre decision in light of Bradley Barcola's big-money agreement. It's one they might regret.Liverpool finally clinched an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain for Bradley Barcola on Thursday morning. It's a transfer saga that's gone on for months, with the Reds pivoting to the Frenchman after failing to land Yan Diomande.PSG were never going to make this one easy, knowing full well what they had. B
  
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