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• Atletico Madrid release statement on Arsenal target Julian Alvarez

  27-08-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid release statement on Arsenal target Julian AlvarezAtletico Madrid have released a new statement to the public ruling out any possibility of allowing Julian Alvarez to join Barcelona this summer, boosting Arsenal’s hopes of the signing.Photo by David Ramos/Getty ImagesAtletico Madrid have released a statement confirming their Board of Directors have unanimously backed their decision not to negotiate the transfer of Julian Alvarez with FC Barcelona.The statement reads: &ldquo
  
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• Why Spurs' under-the-radar buy might be summer's smartest deal

  28-08-2026 09:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A number of stars from overseas have joined the Women's Super League this summer - but a move that has gone slightly under the radar could turn out to be more astute than them all.Kirsty Hanson has swapped Aston Villa for Tottenham and there is reason to believe Spurs have quietly pulled off a recruitment masterstroke. The 28-year-old was the third-highest goalscorer in the WSL last season despite the Scotland forward's side labouring in ninth place in the table.With 12 goals in 22 matches, only
  
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• Rodri lifts Lamine Yamal’s spirit after making Barcelona debut: ‘The goals will come’

  28-08-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rodri lifts Lamine Yamal’s spirit after making Barcelona debut: ‘The goals will come’Rodri’s first appearance as a Barcelona player lasted little more than half an hour, but the reception he received at the Spotify Camp Nou made it clear just how eagerly his arrival had been anticipated.The midfielder had already been applauded when he emerged to warm up shortly after the start of the second half. When Hansi Flick finally sent him onto the pitch, the response was eve
  
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• Real Madrid star in position to follow Bradley Barcola to Liverpool

  28-08-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star in position to follow Bradley Barcola to LiverpoolLiverpool have Bradley Barcola all but signed. Now a Real Madrid star is in a brilliant position to follow him.Liverpool have been pushing to sign Bradley Barcola for months. Now they seem to have finally got it over the line as news broke on Thursday that they'd struck a massive deal with Paris Saint-Germain.The Athletic are among those reporting that a £100m initial deal has been agreed in principle, potentially rising to
  
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• Rangers remain in talks for Brighton winger Cozier-Duberry - gossip

  28-08-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Rangers remain in talks with Brighton and Hove Albion for winger Amario Cozier-Duberry after a previous bid was rejected. (Rangers Review)Celtic have agreed a deal for Hajduk Split and Canada midfielder Niko Sigur. (Lukasz Gikiewicz on X)Although Genk have emerged as late contenders for Sigur's signature and have bid €4m. (24 Sata - in Croatian)Wolves goalkeeper Sam Johnstone, 33, is a target for Celtic. (Daily Mail)Rangers have identified Rodez striker Ibrahima Balde as a tar
  
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• Will fast-tracked Itauma become world champion at 21?

  28-08-2026 08:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  British heavyweight Moses Itauma pulls out his phone and scrolls through his pictures.He shows a meme featuring former Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo in traditional attire, standing with his hands on his hips and staring deadpan into the camera."This is how an African dad looks at you when you pursue a career that goes against his wishes and you turn out to be successful," a chuckling Itauma reads aloud to BBC Sport. "That is pretty much my dad."Itauma was born in Slovakia to a Nigerian fa
  
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• Sutton's predictions: Crystal Palace v Man City

  28-08-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Crystal Palace had a poor start away to Everton and it looks like there's a bit of interest from Liverpool in Ismaila Sarr.The one thing they can't do before the end of the window is lose all the best players. But I do think they've got a goal in them.I thought Manchester City deserved to win against Bournemouth. They were a little bit clunky with Mark Guehi playing in midfield - a penny for the thoughts of Mateo Kovacic - but now they've got the youngster Ayyoub Bouaddi, although he'll nee
  
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• Mourinho could hand two Real Madrid fringe stars their first starts against Malaga – report

  28-08-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho could hand two Real Madrid fringe stars their first starts against Malaga – reportReal Madrid’s winning start to the 2026/27 La Liga season could bring an early change of personnel this weekend, with Jose Mourinho considering a first start of the campaign for both Trent Alexander-Arnold and Brahim Diaz against Malaga.Los Blancos have collected victories over Espanyol and Real Sociedad, but Mourinho is already assessing the need to manage his squad carefully as the demands of
  
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• Liverpool set to clash with former star in Champions League

  28-08-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool set to clash with former star in Champions LeagueLiverpool Champions League Draw 2026 Sets Up Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid TestsEurope always tells the truth. It strips away the noise, asks hard questions and demands proper answers. Liverpool are back in the Champions League league phase and the draw has offered intrigue, jeopardy and a fair bit of glamour.Andoni Iraola’s side will face Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid in the standout fixtures, with the trip to San Siro carryin
  
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• Hurzeler says Brighton 'ready' for European adventure

  28-08-2026 08:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Fabian Hurzeler says he is "very happy for the whole club" as Brighton confirmed their place in the Conference League league phase with a 4-0 win in their play-off second leg against Tromso.The Seagulls' boss said: "I'm very happy for the players, for the fans – they created another good atmosphere. It was very energetic, very special."After a 0-0 draw in the first leg despite 25 attempts on goal, Albion were ruthless on Thursday, with goals from Charalampos Kostoulas, Maxim
  
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• Report: Everton ready to sell star in with Serie A club interested

  28-08-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Everton ready to sell star in with Serie A club interestedEverton Transfer News: Beto Exit Talks Grow as Fiorentina CircleEverton are moving towards a significant late-window decision over Beto, with TeamTalk reporting that Fiorentina remain in discussions over a deal for the striker as the Italian club continue to reshape their forward line.The broad picture is becoming clearer. Beto, now 28, is understood to be open to a return to Serie A, where he previously impressed with Udinese. At
  
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• Gore close to Luton loan; Amass and Leon futures still to be sorted

  28-08-2026 08:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Manchester United midfielder Dan Gore is in advanced talks to join League One Luton Town on loan.Gore spent last term at Rotherham, where he made 34 appearances.Although he was part of Michael Carrick's squad for the start of pre-season, the plan had always been for Gore to spend the season away from Old Trafford.The 21-year-old had a number of options, but it is thought working with Jack Wilshere, who played in a similar position, has been a key factor in Gore's choice, although a
  
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• Cubarsi, Joan Garcia react after Barcelona 2-0 Athletic Club: ‘Rodri will help us reach another level’

  28-08-2026 08:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cubarsi, Joan Garcia react after Barcelona 2-0 Athletic Club: ‘Rodri will help us reach another level’Barcelona’s 2-0 victory over Athletic Club at Spotify Camp Nou was not just built on goals from Raphinha and Fermin Lopez. It was another night that showed the growing confidence within Hansi Flick’s side, with the clean sheet and the performances of several young players earning as much attention as the result itself.For Pau Cubarsi, Barcelona’s defensive disp
  
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• 🗞 Today's back pages: Barça take a leader's step, Bar-cola Iraola...

  28-08-2026 08:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗞 Today's back pages: Barça take a leader's step, Bar-cola Iraola...Friday, August 28, arrives with the aftermath of La Liga, the aftermath of the Champions League draw, plenty of end-of-transfer-window news, and on the eve of the Europa League and Conference draw.
  So let’s take a look at the front pages of the most important newspapers...MARCAASSPORTMundo DeportivoSuperdeporteMirror SportStar SportLa Gazzetta dello SportCorriere dello SportA BolaThis article was translated
  
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• Rio Ngumoha future in the balance after Liverpool strike mega-deal

  28-08-2026 08:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rio Ngumoha future in the balance after Liverpool strike mega-dealWhat does Rio Ngumoha's future look like? It's all in the balance after a Liverpool mega-deal was struck.Liverpool have made the news on Thursday morning as they struck a gigantic deal with Paris Saint-Germain for Bradley Barcola. The Frenchman is now set to move for around £100m guaranteed, potentially rising to £120m.That’s a massive amount. It’s potentially the most Liverpool have ever spent on a player
  
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• Fery beats Kovacevic to reach Winston-Salem semi-final

  28-08-2026 08:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arthur Fery is 37th in the ATP world rankings[Reuters]Britain's Arthur Fery came from a set down to beat Aleksandar Kovacevic and book his place in the semi-finals of the Winston-Salem Open. Fourth seed Fery, who won five games in a row from 5-5 in the second set, claimed a 3-6 7-5 6-3 victory in Thursday's last-eight match in North Carolina. After breaking Kovacevic to take the second set, Fery opened up a 3-0 lead in the third, serving out to clinch his first semi-final appearance since Wimble
  
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• One word could haunt Filip Hrgovic after Moses Itauma taunts

  28-08-2026 08:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “Look how scared I am, I am so scared,” Filip Hrgovic said, shaking his hands to emulate a quiver, and stretching his face into a Home Alone poster-esque expression. The thing is, he probably should be scared.That’s not to say he should be scared of Moses Itauma specifically, although Itauma has compiled considerable, compelling evidence as to why one would fear him; rather, Hrgovic’s cause for concern is the broader dynamic he has created ahead of their fight.Ahead
  
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• Flick talks Rodri, Raphinha, Espart, Gordon, Alvarez, UCL draw after Barcelona 2-0 Athletic Club

  28-08-2026 08:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flick talks Rodri, Raphinha, Espart, Gordon, Alvarez, UCL draw after Barcelona 2-0 Athletic ClubHansi Flick was pleased with far more than Barcelona’s 2-0 victory over Athletic Club at the Spotify Camp Nou, with the German coach using his post-match press conference to highlight a debut that had the home crowd on its feet.Rodri’s introduction was one of the standout moments of the evening. The new arrival received a warm ovation as he stepped onto the pitch, and Flick made no at
  
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• Crystal Palace vs Man City prediction: Premier League odds, betting tips and lineups

  28-08-2026 08:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Crystal Palace vs Man City tips: City to win to nil - 2/1 Bet365Haaland to score two or more - 5/1 Ladbrokes Manchester City left it late last weekend, and they know they will have to improve if they are to challenge Arsenal for the title, starting on Friday when they travel to the capital to face Crystal Palace (kick-off 8pm, live on Sky Sports).Two goals in the last six minutes from defenders Marc Guehi and Josko Gvardiol secured a 2-1 home win over Bournemouth, who took an early lead through
  
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• Real Madrid director delivers major update on late summer signings: ‘Window is still open’

  28-08-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid director delivers major update on late summer signings: ‘Window is still open’Real Madrid appear increasingly likely to finish the summer transfer window without another signing, with club director Emilio Butragueño reinforcing Jose Mourinho’s message that the current squad is effectively complete.Los Blancos have already been among the busiest clubs of the summer. Six new players, namely Yan Diomande, Denzel Dumfries, Bernardo Silva, Marc Cucurella, Ibr
  
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• The stats that show 'left winger by trade' Barcola's strengths

  28-08-2026 08:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Liverpool have twice paid more than £100m for players - midfielder Florian Wirtz and striker Alexander Isak - and could be about to do so again.Bradley Barcola moved to Paris St-Germain from Lyon in 2023 for a reported £38.5m fee. He is right footed, although he prefers to play on the left wing, but he can also play on the right or through the middle.With Mohamed Salah leaving on a free transfer at the end of last season, Liverpool clearly need to strengthen their attac
  
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• An on, then off, move seems to be back on the cards for a Manchester City defender

  28-08-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  An on, then off, move seems to be back on the cards for a Manchester City defenderAt the beginning of this week it did seem that exciting young defender Stephen Mfuni would leave Manchester City to spend the 2026-27 season on loan with Coventry City. A move to the newly promoted side would have provided Mfuni with the opportunity to get a taste of the Premier League if he could earn a position in Frank Lampard’s lineup. However, Mfuni’s loan move to Coventry fell through as reported
  
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• What is the aim for Kompany, Kane and Bayern?

  28-08-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vincent Kompany and Harry Kane helped Bayern Munich to the German double last season [Getty Images]Bayern Munich start their latest title defence as overwhelming odds-on favourites to win the Bundesliga again - so what would consistute success this season?The German side are as short as 1-7 odds with bookmakers after winning 13 of the past 14 titles - and are chasing a hat-trick of successes.They host Stuttgart on Friday (19:30 BST) in a game you can watch live on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport w
  
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• Liverpool closing in on signing African superstar

  28-08-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool closing in on signing African superstarLiverpool are now closing in on an African super talent. There's so much focus on the attack in these last few days of the window. Richard Hughes is trying to wrap up the signing of Bradley Barcola, which could be coming to a timely and successful conclusion in the coming days.But it's not just Barcola Liverpool are pursuing.In the past few days, the Reds have started to scramble for a suitable right-wing option. Ibrahim Mbaye was a target for a w
  
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• Yan Diomande: A record fee, huge expectations and an early battle for minutes at Real Madrid

  28-08-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Yan Diomande: A record fee, huge expectations and an early battle for minutes at Real MadridYan Diomande arrived at Real Madrid this summer with a record-breaking price tag and the expectations that come with it. Two games into the 2026/27 La Liga season, though, the €125 million signing is still waiting for his first real moment in the spotlight.Real Madrid have started strongly, and the usual names have taken over the headlines. As such, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr. and Jude Bell
  
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• Rodri’s debut, Cubarsi’s return | Three takeaways from Barcelona 2-0 Athletic Club

  28-08-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rodri’s debut, Cubarsi’s return | Three takeaways from Barcelona 2-0 Athletic ClubBarcelona made it six points in two games with their win over Athletic Club last night as they took the Basque giants down with a 2-0 scoreline at the Spotify Camp Nou.Pedri, Pau Cubarsi and Anthony Gordon entered the starting lineup on the night and the team looked comfortable, yet threatening from the get-go.Raphinha eventually scored the opener with some wonderful footwork and Barcelona toiled to ear
  
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• Manchester City vs Crystal Palace: Latest City team news & predicted City starting eleven

  28-08-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City vs Crystal Palace: Latest City team news & predicted City starting elevenManchester City face their first away trip of the 2026-27 Premier League tonight when they take on Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. Enzo Maresca’s side will be looking to build momentum after their late come-from-behind victory at the Etihad Stadium last Sunday.Crystal Palace will be looking to grab their first points of the season after they were beaten 2-0 by Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium
  
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• 'This could be some ride' says Southend boss Dyer

  28-08-2026 07:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Southend United head coach Kieron Dyer says he is embracing the responsibility that management brings after leading his side to three wins from his first three games in charge.The Shrimpers recruited 10 new players over the summer and currently sit top of an embryonic National League table having picked up maximum points.Dyer, who was appointed as the club's head coach in June, is in his first managerial role after spells coaching at Ipswich Town and Chesterfield."The responsibility you have of
  
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• Have expensively assembled Rangers improved at all under McInnes?

  28-08-2026 07:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  McInnes worked wonders with Hearts before returning to Rangers, where he had a playing spell [Getty Images]Where do you start? How do you catalogue the insipidness of Derek McInnes' Rangers team in Jablonec?How do you catalogue the Pedro-Caixinha-in-the-bushes level embarrassment that the club experienced in their exit from European football on Thursday?In Jablonec, Rangers were unspeakably awful, devoid of any cohesion, desire, threat, their manager reduced to saying how embarrassed and mortifi
  
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• 'A generational icon' - why wildcards abound for Venus Williams

  28-08-2026 07:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Venus Williams last won a singles match in July 2025 [Getty Images]Venus Williams has broken many acres of new ground as a tennis player, with five Wimbledon singles titles among her multiple achievements.The 46-year-old has been playing professionally for nearly 30 years, but her last 14 singles matches have all ended in defeat.With a world ranking of 611, Williams is reliant on wildcards to compete. She has had 11 already this season - and the United States Tennis Association (USTA) has offere
  
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