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• Arsenal get controversial referee for Nottingham Forest trip

  15-10-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal get controversial referee for Nottingham Forest tripMichael Oliver is back on Premier League duty this weekend, with the referee handed Arsenal’s trip to Nottingham Forest for his first Gunners involvement of the season.Arsenal visit the City Ground on Sunday, October 18, with kick-off at 4.30pm UK time and the game live on Sky Sports.Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty ImagesMichael Oliver will return to Premier League action this weekend for Arsenal’s trip to Nottingham Forest,
  
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• UEL | Celta Vigo 1-2 Juventus: Kolo Muani completes special comeback

  15-10-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEL | Celta Vigo 1-2 Juventus: Kolo Muani completes special comebackJuventus completed a remarkable comeback to beat Celta Vigo on Spanish soil with Nick Woltemade and Randal Kolo Muani, keeping a perfect Europa League record.The Bianconeri were top of the Europa League table after a 5-0 hammering of NEC, but their Serie A form was disappointing with a 1-1 draw at Cagliari. Their injury crisis continued with Kenan Yildiz, Jeremie Boga, Khephren Thuram, Manuel Locatelli, Jeff Ekhator, Kamil Graba
  
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• Brighton thrash Kauno Zalgiris in Conference League

  15-10-2026 22:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Conference LeagueBrighton & Hove Albion 4 - 0 Kauno Žalgiris FTBrighton have scored 29 goals in 10 games in all competitions in 2026-27 [Getty Images]Georginio Rutter scored twice as in-form Brighton began the league phase of their Conference League campaign with a dominant home victory over Lithuanian side Kauno Zalgiris.Brighton, third in the Premier League, took 41 minutes to break down their limited opponents, who offered virtually nothing as an attacking threat.Rutter converte
  
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• UECL | Atalanta 3-1 Pafos: Dea comfortable victory

  15-10-2026 22:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UECL | Atalanta 3-1 Pafos: Dea comfortable victoryAtalanta made short work of Pafos to win their opening Conference League game, including Eljif Elmas after 50 seconds, Giacomo Raspadori’s penalty and Gianluca Scamacca, but paid for it with new injuries.La Dea began their Conference League campaign proper after the preliminary round against Hapoel Tel Aviv amid an injury crisis, missing Giorgio Scalvini, Franck Kessie, Kamaldeen Sulemana, Isak Hien, Odilon Kossounou and Raoul Bellanova. Th
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Gifted Striker: Should De Zerbi Go For Him?

  15-10-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Gifted Striker: Should De Zerbi Go For Him?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey claimed that Tottenham Hotspur are facing stiff competition for Dinamo Zagreb striker Dion Beljo. It has been mentioned that Spurs would have to rival Manchester United, Everton, Brentford, Chelsea, Newcastle United, Leeds United and Manchester City in the race to land the Croat forward next year.Beljo’s Impressive Rise In Croat FootballBeljo has e
  
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• Everton Could Sell This £25m Defender In January: Should Moyes Cash In Or Keep Him?

  15-10-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Could Sell This £25m Defender In January: Should Moyes Cash In Or Keep Him?Everton could face a difficult transfer decision in January, with a fringe defender potentially attracting a sizeable fee despite David Moyes’ shortage of defensive options.According to Football Insider, former Tottenham, Everton and Aston Villa scout Bryan King believes Jake O’Brien could generate significant money if the Toffees decide to sell him.The 25-year-old Cork-born defender stands at 6f
  
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• Arsenal planning to make 60 staff redundant despite record revenue and Premier League success

  15-10-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal planning to make 60 staff redundant despite record revenue and Premier League successArsenal plan to make around 60 staff redundant despite winning a Premier League title and having a successful financial year.The North London club is facing serious criticism over the proposed cuts.According to The Athletic, employees were informed on Wednesday that positions across several departments could be axed following a review.The review was conducted by management consultants Boston Consulting G
  
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• 🔝¿Is Lorenzo keeping tabs? Andrade is on fire in Colombia

  15-10-2026 22:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔝¿Is Lorenzo keeping tabs? Andrade is on fire in ColombiaColombian defender Kevin Andrade is enjoying a dream spell. After making his debut for Néstor Lorenzo’s Colombia side during the international break, he scored in Zenit’s 2-1 win over Dynamo Makhachkala in the Russian Cup.Decisive header and top spot in the groupIn the 37th minute, the 27-year-old defender capitalized on the opposing goalkeeper’s mistimed attempt to claim a free kick, sending the bal
  
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• Andoni Iraola makes transfer demand to Liverpool board

  15-10-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola makes transfer demand to Liverpool boardThe discourse around Liverpool’s performances this season has cantered around one area of the team, the midfield.Andoni Iraola is nine matches into his tenure in the Anfield dugout, and so far his side have struggled to find consistency.The Reds’ only defeat of the season was a humiliating collapse to Manchester City at home in their most recent Premier League outing, but the team already find themselves nine points behind the lea
  
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• West Ham’s 24-Year-Old Left-Back Faces Bilbao Concerns: Is Nuno Right To Trust Scarles?

  15-10-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham’s 24-Year-Old Left-Back Faces Bilbao Concerns: Is Nuno Right To Trust Scarles?West Ham’s decision to bring in a Spanish left-back on deadline day has yet to deliver the regular football Athletic Club Bilbao expected, raising questions about his role and the purchase option agreed between the clubs.Athletic Club worry over West Ham situationAccording to Sport Witness, relaying a report from Athletic Club Info, the Basque side have genuine concerns about Adama Boiro’s la
  
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• Dramatic u-turn: Club ready to agree deal with Liverpool

  15-10-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dramatic u-turn: Club ready to agree deal with LiverpoolOne club is now ready to agree a deal with Liverpool and it could happen as soon as January. The Reds are nearing a new signing.Liverpool are looking to boost their midfield heading into next season - or potentially the second half of this one. It’s something that simply has to happen as the Reds have managed to create a wildly imbalanced group here.In truth, the club have long-term issues at both full-back positions, the right-wing a
  
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• 📸 Europa League confusion: club tapes over its own name on shirt

  15-10-2026 22:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Europa League confusion: club tapes over its own name on shirtAnyone who watched the match between AFC Bournemouth and Sturm Graz from the start was certainly in for a surprise. The Graz side took to the pitch with an unusual protest. The players covered up their own city's name with tape as they walked out. This was in protest against Holding Graz's cuts to the club's funding. Although the city's name was visible again during the match, this dispute is certainly far from ove
  
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• Aston Villa Back £50m Winger Despite Limited Minutes: Can Emery Justify The Gamble?

  15-10-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Back £50m Winger Despite Limited Minutes: Can Emery Justify The Gamble?Aston Villa remain confident Alejandro Garnacho can earn a permanent move from Chelsea, despite limited minutes under Unai Emery this season. Journalist Dean Jones reported in FlashScore that Villa expect the winger to reach the appearance condition attached to his loan.The agreement reportedly includes a route to a permanent transfer worth €50 million, provided Garnacho makes enough appearances. Jones
  
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• Barcelona’s 17-match clean-sheet drought clouds Champions League bid

  15-10-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona’s 17-match clean-sheet drought clouds Champions League bidFormer Barcelona defender Abelardo believes Hansi Flick’s side still need a top-level centre-back to win the Champions League, despite their 4-1 victory away to Galatasaray on Tuesday 13 October. The win gave Barcelona two victories from their opening two European matches, but they have conceded in both.Barcelona’s European start has not settled defensive concernsBarcelona beat Feyenoord before the Istanbul tri
  
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• Cisse: ‘Milan hat-trick takes a back seat, the most important thing was to win’

  15-10-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cisse: ‘Milan hat-trick takes a back seat, the most important thing was to win’19-year-old Alphadjo Cisse says that he is more pleased with Milan’s 4-0 victory against RB Salzburg in the Europa League on Thursday night than he was with his match-winning hat-trick: ‘The most important thing today was to win, we’re very happy’.Cisse became the youngest Italian player to score a hat-trick in a major European competition with his three goals, all of which came bef
  
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• Update On Chelsea And Their Pursuit Of This Bournemouth Star: What Should Alonso Do?

  15-10-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Update On Chelsea And Their Pursuit Of This Bournemouth Star: What Should Alonso Do?In a recent report, journalist Ben Jacobs offered an update on Chelsea and their pursuit of Bournemouth star Alex Scott. It has been mentioned that the Blues would have to pay north of £100m to secure the services of the English midfielder.Scott’s Impressive Form In English FootballScott has enjoyed a decent run of form at the English club this season as he has put in a run of impressive displays for
  
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• Leeds United forward facing uncertain future as contract talks stall

  15-10-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Leeds United forward facing uncertain future as contract talks stallLeeds United Face Lukas Nmecha Contract Impasse Amid Growing 2027 Transfer InterestLeeds United have a live contract issue developing around Lukas Nmecha, and the situation feels finely balanced heading towards 2027. According to TeamTalk, the striker and club have yet to find agreement on fresh terms, with game time emerging as the decisive factor in whether he stays at Elland Road.The core detail is clear. Leeds want to keep N
  
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• Journalist: In-form Liverpool forward could leave in January

  15-10-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Journalist: In-form Liverpool forward could leave in JanuaryLiverpool Could Consider January Loan for Will Wright After Impressive Hat-TrickLiverpool youngster Will Wright has emerged as a potential candidate for a January loan move following another impressive performance at youth level, with journalist David Lynch suggesting the striker could soon benefit from experiencing senior football.Speaking to Dave Davis on Anfield Index’s Media Matters podcast, Lynch discussed Wright’s deve
  
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• Kane poised to extend Bayern stay - Friday's gossip

  15-10-2026 21:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Kane is close to signing a new deal at Bayern Munich, Arda Guler has agreed a new contract with Real Madrid and Liverpool are leading the race for Bournemouth's Alex Scott. England striker Harry Kane, 33, has agreed a new deal in principle with Bayern Munich, who are finalising the paperwork on a contract extension until summer 2029. (Sky Sports)Turkey midfielder Arda Guler, 21, has agreed a new deal at Real Madrid after summerinterest from Arsenal and Manchester City. (Teamtalk)English wi
  
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• Amorim: ‘Milan have played better, Camarda needs to improve his explosiveness’

  15-10-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amorim: ‘Milan have played better, Camarda needs to improve his explosiveness’Ruben Amorim says that it was a ‘good evening’ for Milan after a 4-0 victory away against RB Salzburg in the Europa League, but insists that the team and several individuals, including Francesco Camarda and hat-trick scorer Alphadjo Cisse, still have plenty of room for improvement: ‘We’ve played better in other games, but today we managed to score goals’.Cisse became the younge
  
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• Analysis: Poor first half costs Sage on his return to former club

  15-10-2026 21:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pierre Sage was manager of Lyon from November 2023 to January 2025, having previously been a coach at the club. [Getty Images]Crystal Palace were backed by 3,000 fans in Lyon, but, despite an improved performance in the second half, left empty handed in the club's first ever away Europa League tie.The Eagles nearly snatched a draw in the 90th minute but Chris Richards' header following Wharton's corner was well saved by home goalkeeper Dominik Greif and will be feeling they should have gained at
  
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• Manchester United Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Atletico Madrid Ace: Decent Choice For Carrick?

  15-10-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Atletico Madrid Ace: Decent Choice For Carrick?In a recent report, Mundo Deportivo mentioned that Manchester United are keeping a keen eye on Atletico Madrid ace Giuliano Simeone. It has been claimed that the Red Devils are eyeing a move to recruit the Argentine talent next year.Simeone’s Impressive Form In La LigaSimeone has enjoyed a good run of form at the Madrid club as he has put in a string of impressive displays on the right side of t
  
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• Liverpool face crazy battle for Bundesliga wonderkid

  15-10-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool face crazy battle for Bundesliga wonderkidLiverpool are already making plans for next summer ahead of the winter window.Julian Ward recently began his second stint as sporting director at Anfield, and the Englishman is now charged with leading the Reds’ recruitment team as the club looks to compete on all fronts again.The last three transfer windows have seen Liverpool spend over £650 million, but there is still more work to be done.With Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez both i
  
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• Lyon 3-2 Crystal Palace: Eagles suffer Europa League defeat despite spirited second-half comeback

  15-10-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lyon 3-2 Crystal Palace: Eagles suffer Europa League defeat despite spirited second-half comebackCrystal Palace suffered their first Europa League defeat of the season after falling 3-2 to Lyon on Thursday, despite an improved second-half performance in France.Goals from Corentin Tolisso, Ernest Nuamah and Pavel Sulc secured victory for the hosts, while Yeremy Pino and Daichi Kamada replied for Palace.The result marked a disappointing return to Lyon for Palace manager Pierre Sage, who previously
  
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• Dedic To Start, Willock On The Bench | 4-2-3-1 Newcastle United Predicted Lineup Vs Aston Villa

  15-10-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dedic To Start, Willock On The Bench | 4-2-3-1 Newcastle United Predicted Lineup Vs Aston VillaNewcastle United will clash heads with Aston Villa at Villa Park this Saturday as they look to secure a positive result on the road in the Premier League. The Magpies suffered a tough 4-1 loss at the hands of Coventry City recently, so they would be eager to get back to winning ways this weekend.Matthias Jaissle will opt for the 4-2-3-1 formation and is expected to make one tweak to his first XI for th
  
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• Ahoka And Sadiki Get 7.5 | Sunderland Players Rated In Last-Gasp Win Vs Torreense

  15-10-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ahoka And Sadiki Get 7.5 | Sunderland Players Rated In Last-Gasp Win Vs TorreenseSunderland faced off against Torreense at the Estadio Manuel Marquez earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result on the road in the UEFA Europa League. The Black Cats made a slow start to the game and conceded the opening goal in the 37th minute when Volnei Feltes found the back of the net. The Wearside club went into the half-time break 1-0 down on the scoreline.Jules Ahoka equalised for the visitors in t
  
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• STJD rejects appeal and upholds Kaio Jorge warning over derby incident

  15-10-2026 21:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  STJD rejects appeal and upholds Kaio Jorge warning over derby incidentThe full panel of Brazil’s Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD) voted by a majority to uphold Kaio Jorge’s punishment for the incident involving Atlético-MG’s Ruan Tressoldi in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals. The striker received a one-match suspension, which was converted into a warning, and remains eligible to play.The incident occurred in the first half of the derby on August 25. After being un
  
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• Tottenham eye free transfer swoop for Real Madrid veteran defender – report

  15-10-2026 21:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham eye free transfer swoop for Real Madrid veteran defender – reportReal Madrid opted to renew Antonio Rudiger’s contract this past summer to keep him at the club for one more season.The 33-year-old veteran defender, though, has not been performing at his best, with physical problems taking their toll and age starting to catch up with him.As such, the expectation is that Los Blancos will not extend his contract again when his current one expires on 30 June 2027.Tottenham eye A
  
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• Lyon 3-2 Crystal Palace: Poor first half costs Sage on his return to former club

  15-10-2026 21:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pierre Sage was manager of Lyon from November 2023 to January 2025, having previously been a coach at the club. [Getty Images]Crystal Palace were backed by 3,000 fans in Lyon, but, despite an improved performance in the second half, left empty handed in the club's first ever away Europa League tie.The Eagles nearly snatched a draw in the 90th minute but Chris Richards' header following Wharton's corner was well saved by home goalkeeper Dominik Greif and will be feeling they should have gained at
  
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• That's confirmed, Liverpool have a new elite striker

  15-10-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  That's confirmed, Liverpool have a new elite strikerLiverpool got the confirmation they needed on Wednesday evening that they've got a new elite striker. And they've been waiting.Liverpool have been left in the lurch this season by Hugo Ekitike's long-term injury. The Frenchman went off in April and hasn't been able to play since - we may not see him wear the Red until 2027, quite honestly.That naturally created a problem. Liverpool only had two senior strikers, along with Alexander Isak. Isak's
  
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