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• Arsenal 24yo explains international absence

  27-09-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal 24yo explains international absencePiero Hincapié has explained why he was left out of Ecuador’s latest squad, with the Arsenal defender confirming the reason during a live broadcast in his home country.Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty ImagesPiero Hincapié has confirmed that an injury is the reason he was left out of Ecuador’s squad for their Asian tour, explaining his absence during a live broadcast in his home country.Hincapié explained that he was not fit e
  
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• Jaissle learned a lot about life after tumour aged five

  01-10-2026 08:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United currently lie in ninth place in the early stages of the Premier League season [Getty Images]Matthias Jaissle points to his neck."I had a tumour when I was five years old," the Newcastle United head coach says. "Here in my neck so I couldn't move it anymore."That was a period where I already learned a lot about life, how important it is to be healthy, and how grateful you can be to be healthy and to follow your dream."It was not clear that I could play football as a kid anymore."
  
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• Real Madrid veteran praises Barcelona captain Raphinha after Ballon d’Or snub: ‘Doesn’t always get the recognition’

  01-10-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid veteran praises Barcelona captain Raphinha after Ballon d’Or snub: ‘Doesn’t always get the recognition’Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has offered a strong assessment of Barcelona forward Raphinha, insisting the Brazilian does not receive the recognition his performances deserve.Raphinha, who recently returned to Barcelona for medical tests, was surprisingly absent from the 30-player shortlist for the 2026 Ballon d’Or after missing 26 matches for
  
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• Real Madrid left with mystery over injured star’s two-day absence from Valdebebas

  01-10-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid left with mystery over injured star’s two-day absence from ValdebebasReal Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe returned from international duty with France after suffering an injury against Turkey.However, his recovery from injury has taken an unusual turn, with the Frenchman not attending the club’s Valdebebas training complex for the past two days.The ideal scenario would have seen him return to the club and take part in recovery exercises, but that has not been the case.Inst
  
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• ☀️ Juve keen on Solet, Pulisic renewal, Taylor off? Morning news

  01-10-2026 07:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ☀️ Juve keen on Solet, Pulisic renewal, Taylor off? Morning newsThe long international break continues, with the weekend approaching along with the final two fixtures for national teams around the world.Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 per month!The news, however, does not stop. Let’s take a look at the most important stories of the morning.Juventus, dreams of Solet and LobotkaJuventus are very active in the free-ag
  
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• What punishment do rival Premier League clubs want for Manchester City?

  01-10-2026 07:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What punishment do rival Premier League clubs want for Manchester City?A number of Premier League clubs believe a points deduction that would relegate Manchester City to the Championship for one season would be insufficient.Given the scale of City’s offences, these clubs want a sanction that will result in a prolonged absence from the English top-flight (The Guardian).The independent commission that found them guilty of the rule breaches will determine their punishment at a sanctions heari
  
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• Liverpool told what it will take to sign 'outstanding' star from arch-rivals

  01-10-2026 07:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool told what it will take to sign 'outstanding' star from arch-rivalsLiverpool are currently sixth in the Premier League. This means that, at the moment, they're sitting outside of the Champions League spots which is far from ideal.Last term, Arne Slot led his men to a fifth-place finish and, in a normal campaign, qualifying for Europe's premium competition would have been the bare minimum but, just a season after winning the Premier League title, fans wanted to see their team at least tr
  
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• Big names hit: 10 players injured this international break 🏥

  01-10-2026 03:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Big names hit: 10 players injured this international break 🏥The international break often causes concern for clubs that send players off to their national teams, and in recent days that headache has been justified.Key players from some of the world’s most powerful clubs have picked up physical issues and left their national teams early.The current international break is longer than usual for this time of year, with national teams having up to four matches to play over the course of
  
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• UWCL: Juventus beat Häcken 3-0 to leave Swedish side without a point

  01-10-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UWCL: Juventus beat Häcken 3-0 to leave Swedish side without a pointTatiana Pinto, Emma Stølen Godø and Alba Redondo scored as Juventus beat Häcken 3–0 in the UEFA Women’s Champions League in Gothenburg on Wednesday, leaving the Swedish side without a point from their first two league phase games.Häcken, who beat Norrköping 6–0 in the Swedish league at the weekend, had eight first half shots to Juventus’ five. Maja Bodin found the near co
  
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• Serie A match-day 1 results: Como 1907 enjoy perfect top flight debut

  01-10-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A match-day 1 results: Como 1907 enjoy perfect top flight debutNewly promoted Como 1907 claimed a 4-1 victory over AC Milan in their first Serie A match. Elsewhere, Roma and Juventus started their title bids with 3-1 wins over Sassuolo and Napoli respectively.All six matches from the opening weekend are covered in this match-day 1 round-up.Haavi stars for Serie A debutants Como 1907Emilie Haavi scored Como 1907’s first ever goal in Serie A. The winger required just 13 minutes to find
  
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• Molhoek explains how partnership clicks with Reedijk

  30-09-2026 23:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]New Hibernian performance manager Rogier Molhoek says he followed Marink Reedijk from Beveren because they "click" as a coaching team.The 45-year-old Dutch former midfielder started and ended his playing career with Dordrecht, where he became assistant coach, but inbetween turned out for Waalwijk, AZ Alkmaar, Breda, Vitesse and Venlo before going into coaching.He was also assistant at Breda before joining forces with Reedijk to win promotion to the top flight after an unbeaten leag
  
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• Arsenal worried: Liverpool have deadline to trigger €65m clause

  30-09-2026 23:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal worried: Liverpool have deadline to trigger €65m clauseArsenal are worried. Liverpool have a clause that's ready to trigger and it could ruin the Gunners' grand plans.Liverpool are currently working on their transfer shortlist for 2027. Maybe some of the players on it can pop up in January - with any luck, one or two will as this squad remains unbalanced.But for the most part, Liverpool will have to wait until next summer if they're to get the players they want and the prices they l
  
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• Unused sub Cristiano Ronaldo leaves Portugal national team

  30-09-2026 23:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo's bizarre U-turn on his national team future may have gone back into its intended lane.It was reported this summer that the Portuguese living legend was set to play his last international match for his national team this international break but he changed his mind after a conversation with coach Jorge Jesus, vowing to lead a new generation as he pursues 1000 career goals.MORE — UEFA Nations League standings, format, scheduleRonaldo, 41, took seven shots but failed to scor
  
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• Jurgen Klopp maintains Pep Guardiola respect after Man City guilty verdict

  30-09-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jurgen Klopp maintains Pep Guardiola respect after Man City guilty verdictJurgen Klopp says his respect for Pep Guardiola and his Manchester City teams remains intact despite the club being found guilty of serious breaches of the Premier League’s financial rules.The former Liverpool manager was Guardiola’s principal domestic rival for much of his time at Anfield, with their teams producing several closely fought title races.Liverpool finished one point behind City in both 2018/19 and
  
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• Manchester City Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Barcelona Defender: What Will He Bring To The Etihad?

  30-09-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Barcelona Defender: What Will He Bring To The Etihad?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey claimed that Manchester City are keeping a keen eye on Barcelona defender Jules Kounde. It has been mentioned that the Mancunian club are eyeing a move to bring the France international to Stamford Bridge, but are facing competition from Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United and Bayern Munich in pursuit of him.Kounde’s Decent Form In La L
  
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• Fitzmaurice confirmed as Galway football manager

  30-09-2026 23:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fitzmaurice won three All-Irelands as a player with Kerry before managing the Kingdom to the 2014 title [Getty Images]Kerry's Éamonn Fitzmaurice has been appointed as manger of Galway's senior footballers on a three-year term.The Finuge clubman takes over from Padraic Joyce who stepped down after seven seasons in charge of the Triibesmen.Fitzmaurice won three All-Ireland titles with the Kingdome as a player before moving into management of his native county, guiding them to the 2014 All-I
  
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• Baur's Germany call-up 'still doesn't feel real'

  30-09-2026 23:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Celtic midfielder Mika Baur admits he could never have imagined that his first Germany call-up would come so soon after his move to Glasgow.The 22-year-old could make his international debut in Thursday's Nations League encounter with Serbia in Munich after being included in Jurgen Klopp's squad.Baur moved from Paderborn in August after helping his club win promotion to the Bundesliga and still cannot believe how quickly international recognition followed."It still doesn't feel rea
  
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• FIGC officially includes Stadio Roma in EURO 2032 bid

  30-09-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIGC officially includes Stadio Roma in EURO 2032 bidRoma’s stadium, to be built in Pietralata, has been included in the dossier submitted by the FIGC for Euro 2032. The Italian Football Federation announced the news in a statement on its website: “Within the deadline set by UEFA, the FIGC today submitted the dossiers of the venues deemed suitable to continue the bid process to host matches at Euro 2032.” Not just Rome; as the statement states, 14 stadiums have been included: &
  
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• Andoni Iraola decides who his next Virgil van Dijk is going to be

  30-09-2026 23:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola decides who his next Virgil van Dijk is going to beVirgil van Dijk has been Liverpool's rock ever since he joined in 2017.The Dutchman has been one of the main reasons why the Reds have been so successful over the last few years with his two Premier League titles a testament to that.However, now that he's 35 years old and is entering the final year of his Liverpool contract, the Anfield outfit need to start thinking about life after the former Southampton man.At the moment, they ha
  
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• Thomas Tuchel admits England will never find another Harry Kane

  30-09-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel admits England will never find another Harry KaneThomas Tuchel believes England will never find a direct replacement for Harry Kane as the striker continues to extend his remarkable international scoring record.Kane scored his 87th England goal in Tuesday’s 2-0 Nations League victory over Czechia, adding the second after Anthony Gordon had broken the deadlock in Prague.The Bayern Munich striker is now only 13 goals away from becoming the first England player to reach 100, hav
  
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• Meet the only Scot managing a national team in world football

  30-09-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kurt Herd is manager of Dominica's national side [Garvin Richards]More than 4,000 miles from his native Dundee, Kurt Herd is flying the flag for Scotland in international football.The 34-year old is manager of Dominica, the Carribbean island, making him the only Scottish manager currently leading an international men's side."I'll be calling my mum and dad with that one," Herd laughs.Appointed permanently in August after a short-term stint, Herd's role is not exactly like the one held by Steve Cl
  
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• Chelsea Are Set To Rival Liverpool For This Premier League Midfielder: Should Alonso Snap Him Up?

  30-09-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Are Set To Rival Liverpool For This Premier League Midfielder: Should Alonso Snap Him Up?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey claimed that Chelsea are set to rival Liverpool for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. It has been mentioned that the Blues are showing interest in signing the English talent, but the Cherries are hoping to tie him down to a new contract.Scott’s Impressive Form In English FootballScott enjoyed a decent run of form at the English club as he has put in
  
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• Chelsea hold off Lyon for Champions League draw

  30-09-2026 23:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Women's Champions LeagueOL Lyonnes 0 - 0 Chelsea FTLyon have won the Champions League eight times, more than any other team [Getty Images]Chelsea held off eight-time Champions League winners Lyon as the sides played out a 0-0 draw at Parc Olympique Lyonnais.The sides were meeting for the first time since the Blues knocked the holders out in a dramatic 2023 quarter-final, this time with former Lyon manager Sonia Bompastor in the visiting dugout.After a cagey first half, the game opened up af
  
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• Everton The Only Realistic Choice For This Highly Rated Free Agent Striker: Should Moyes Take The Risk?

  30-09-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton The Only Realistic Choice For This Highly Rated Free Agent Striker: Should Moyes Take The Risk?Everton have emerged as the only realistic English destination for Mauro Icardi, with the Argentine striker available as a free agent after leaving Galatasaray. Tottenham Hotspur had previously enquired about the 33-year-old, yet their full 25-man Premier League squad leaves no registration space for another senior arrival.David Moyes has far more room to work with. Everton registered 19 senior
  
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• Real Sociedad ease Hearts out of Europa Cup

  30-09-2026 22:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ainhoa Marin (left) scored one goal and set up another against Hearts [Getty Images]Heart of Midlothian exited the Women's Europa Cup after Real Sociedad swept to a convincing 4-0 victory in the second leg of their second qualifying round tie.With the sides having finished goalless last week in Edinburgh, the Scottish champions rarely threatened to break their duck in San Sebastian.Real had all the pressure and it told after 18 minutes as winger Laura Camino superbly headed Ainhoa Marin's cross
  
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• USMNT Beat Chile 4-2 We React, Man City are in Big Trouble

  30-09-2026 22:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  On this episode of The Cooligans, Christian and Alexis break down the USMNT win over Chile and pose the question... Who should be a full time starter? From there we break down the SCATHING statement from the Premier League on Manchester City's guilty verdict.All this and more on The Cooligans.00:00 Show Rundown10:40 USMNT Youngsters shine again36:50 The Premier League releases a harsh statement50:33 What should the punishment be for Manchester City?Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite pod
  
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• 👊Relegation would NOT be enough, Premier League clubs pressure City

  30-09-2026 22:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👊Relegation would NOT be enough, Premier League clubs pressure CitySeveral Premier League club directors and executives have taken a firm stance following the ruling against Manchester City, arguing that a lighter sanction does not reflect the seriousness of the violations.
  A one-season relegation falls shortFor a significant section of British football executives, relegating the Manchester club to the Championship for just one year is neither a sufficient punishment nor a deterrent for
  
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• Leeds United Face Shock January Decision Over Teenage Star: What Should Farke Do Here?

  30-09-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Face Shock January Decision Over Teenage Star: What Should Farke Do Here?Leeds United face a call before January, with an academy player attracting interest from clubs in England and overseas, according to MOT Leeds News. The 19-year-old can play as a centre-back or in midfield, giving Daniel Farke an option as the season develops.Alfie Cresswell has built a strong record at Thorp Arch. MOT Leeds News reports that he has made 33 appearances for the Under-18s and 60 for the Under-21s
  
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• Liverpool contenders for Schade - Thursday's gossip

  30-09-2026 22:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany forward Kevin Schade wanted by Liverpool, while Erling Haaland and Phil Foden are among the Manchester City players drawing interest from Europe's top clubs.Liverpool have emerged as genuine contenders to sign Brentford and Germany forward Kevin Schade, 24, who has also been linked with Manchester United. (Teamtalk)Barcelona have confirmed that they tried but failed to sign Argentina and Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez, 29, in the summer. (Fichajes - in Spanish)Real Madrid and Barce
  
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• Liverpool can finally agree perfect €40m move, his club want him gone

  30-09-2026 22:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool can finally agree perfect €40m move, his club want him goneOver the summer, Liverpool had many potential players linked with them. From players such as Anthony Gordon to 16-year-old Nicolas Scotti, just about every area of the pitch was targeted by Liverpool.In the end, they ended up with four new players and, while all four of them have had a solid impact so far, it's clear that some more additions are needed.There are several areas among Liverpool's ranks that could still do wit
  
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