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• Barcelona Explain Decision Between Two England Internationals

  10-09-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona Explain Decision Between Two England InternationalsBarcelona Chose Anthony Gordon Over Marcus Rashford for One Simple ReasonMarcus Rashford looked set for a permanent move to Barcelona. The outline was there, the numbers were manageable and his loan spell had gone well. Then Barcelona walked away and spent £69m on Anthony Gordon instead. That tells you everything about what they think they need.Rashford, now 28, had done his part. After leaving Manchester United on loan following
  
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• Celtic busy with penalty practice before Ibrox visit

  12-09-2026 11:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The last three Old Firm cup ties have gone to extra-time, with two of those settled on penalties and Celtic prevailing each time.So it's no surprise to hear the visitors have been practicising spot-kicks for Sunday's Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox."We absolutely do (practice penalties), we'll take it that far," said manager Martin O'Neill. "We've always done this in cup competitions."It cannot replicate the stadium, the crowd, all of that type of stuff either home or away, it's not li
  
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• 👑 He was meant to be king! Why this footballer turned down the crown

  12-09-2026 11:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👑 He was meant to be king! Why this footballer turned down the crownOur sport has always known many kings. Pelé was once crowned the "King of Football." At Manchester United, Eric Cantona was simply "King Eric." For George Desmond Kamurasi, however, that title could have become a very real one. The goalkeeper of English ninth-tier side SE Dons was actually supposed to become king in Uganda. But he turned it down.Kamurasi, 36, is captain of the team from southeast London and is bes
  
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• Liverpool take first step towards deal for new Ryan Gravenberch

  12-09-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool take first step towards deal for new Ryan GravenberchLiverpool have their eyes on a new Ryan Gravenberch. They've registered their interest - and things could move quickly from here.2027 will largely be dominated by Liverpool trying to find a new midfielder, the one area of the team they didn't address this year. Though, they'll surely re-enter the market for a right-winger, too.But midfield is one of particular importance. The Reds lost Curtis Jones this summer, selling him to Inter a
  
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• Barcelona new signing will not be called up vs Levante after missing group training

  12-09-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona new signing will not be called up vs Levante after missing group trainingFC Barcelona completed their final training session on Saturday ahead of Sunday’s trip to the Ciutat de Valencia to take on UD Levante on Matchday 5 of the 2026/27 La Liga.The Blaugrana are the only team in the competition with a 100% record, having won each of their four matches, in which they have scored 17 goals and conceded only two.On top of their brilliant start to the La Liga campaign, Barça ad
  
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• McInnes backs 'godsend' Miovski for big Rangers impact

  12-09-2026 11:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]Midweek matchwinner Bojan Miovski has leapt up the Rangers pecking order - and manager Derek McInnes praised the striker as a "godsend".Miovski, who looked to be heading out of Ibrox during the transfer window, has only featured as a late substitute this season.But long-term injuries to Lawrence Shankland and Youssef Chermiti have provided a chance to rejuvenate his Ibrox career, with Miokvski the hero against St Mirren on Wednesday with a delicate last-gasp winner.He could now be thrust in
  
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• Guler, Bernardo start in a 4-2-3-1: How Real Madrid can line up against Rayo Vallecano

  12-09-2026 11:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Guler, Bernardo start in a 4-2-3-1: How Real Madrid can line up against Rayo VallecanoReal Madrid are back in action in La Liga tonight as they take on Rayo Vallecano at the Santiago Bernabeu as part of Matchday 5.Having won their first three league games of the 2026/27 season under new manager Jose Mourinho, Los Blancos fell to their first defeat last weekend, losing 1-0 away to Real Betis.It has allowed arch-rivals FC Barcelona pull away and open up a three-point lead at the top of the table.
  
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• Capello picks top Serie A players from Champions League Round 1, backs Como for title challenge

  12-09-2026 11:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Capello picks top Serie A players from Champions League Round 1, backs Como for title challengeFormer coach Fabio Capello says Inter’s Andy Diouf and Como’s Assane Diao were the best Serie A players in the Champions League round 1 and feels Cesc Fabregas can challenge for the Scudetto.Como were the only Serie A club to secure a win in the Champions League Round 1, while Inter lost to Real Madrid, Napoli suffered a 1-0 home loss against Arsenal, and Roma grabbed a 1-1 away draw at Fen
  
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• 🚨 Breaking: Pablo Barrios injured, out of Real Sociedad-Atleti

  12-09-2026 11:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Breaking: Pablo Barrios injured, out of Real Sociedad-AtletiAtlético de Madrid has confirmed sad news for Pablo Barrios, yet another setback: he is injured and will not travel to San Sebastián.
  The Atleti midfielder is suffering from a low-grade myofascial injury in his right leg and will miss the match against Real Sociedad.In addition, his availability is in doubt for the midweek match against Osasuna and for the derby against Real Madrid on September 20. He may not ret
  
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• Liverpool's next transfer is now obvious, Andoni Iraola has to do this

  12-09-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool's next transfer is now obvious, Andoni Iraola has to do thisLiverpool made a fair few changes to their ranks over the summer. while others, such as Ronald Araujo and Bradley Barcola joined.Many more changes were expected to take place but, in the end, only four new players were brought in.This means that even though the Reds had one of their worst seasons in recent memory under Arne Slot last term, there still hasn't been all that many changes to their ranks.Of course, Andoni Iraola's
  
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• Inter Milan open contract talks with key defender amid Barcelona threat – report

  12-09-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter Milan open contract talks with key defender amid Barcelona threat – reportInter milan left-back Federico Dimarco was one of the players linked with FC Barcelona towards the end of the summer transfer window. It was even suggested that the Catalan club held talks with the Nerazzurri over a potential swap involving the Italian defender and Alejandro Balde, although the proposed deal ultimately failed to materialise.Since then, reports have claimed that the Blaugrana are continuing to m
  
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• Premier League today: how to watch Liverpool v Fulham, TV channels & live stream Saturday 12 September

  12-09-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bradley Barcola is getting up to speed with Liverpool after joining from Paris Saint-Germain.Photograph: Allstar Picture Library Ltd/Richard Sellers/Apl/SportsphotoThe 2026-27 Premier League table is starting to take shape with Liverpool aiming to be closer to the top of the standings after an underwhelming campaign last term that saw the Anfield side finish a lowly fifth.For Fulham, this season could be about survival. The Cottagers have lost all three of their opening fixtures with new manager
  
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• Álvarez Stays Put as FIFA Rethinks Extreme Release Clauses

  12-09-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Álvarez Stays Put as FIFA Rethinks Extreme Release ClausesAtlético Madrid’s refusal to let Julián Álvarez leave for Barcelona has apparently pushed FIFA into rewriting one of its core transfer regulations. MARCA report that FIFA will modify Article 17 of its Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players from January 1, 2027, in time for the following transfer window. Álvarez, for now, stays put at the Wanda Metropolitano.Why the Álvarez saga fo
  
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• “I couldn’t ask for much more” – Rio Ngumoha reflects on first Champions League start

  12-09-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “I couldn’t ask for much more” – Rio Ngumoha reflects on first Champions League startRio Ngumoha Sets Out Liverpool’s Fulham Aim as Andoni Iraola’s Demands Take HoldLiverpool go into Saturday’s meeting with Fulham carrying something they badly needed, momentum. Two wins, one in the Premier League and one in the Champions League, do not prove anything on their own, but they do change the tone around a squad learning new ideas under Andoni Iraola.Rio Ngumo
  
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• Xabi Alonso shares Moises Caicedo injury update ahead of Hull City clash

  12-09-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Xabi Alonso shares Moises Caicedo injury update ahead of Hull City clashChelsea Injury Update: Moises Caicedo Still Out for Hull City ClashChelsea go into Saturday’s meeting with Hull City still short in midfield, and the headline is straightforward. Moises Caicedo is unavailable again.The Ecuador international only recently returned from a calf problem against Brighton, but that comeback lasted 14 minutes before the issue flared up again. Xabi Alonso offered no spin and no false deadlines
  
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• Mourinho changes Real Madrid defensive hierarchy as veteran star drops to third-choice

  12-09-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho changes Real Madrid defensive hierarchy as veteran star drops to third-choiceJose Mourinho has changed quite a few things at Real Madrid since taking over as manager ahead of the new season.The Portuguese manager has changed the hierarchies in his squad, with some players gaining more prominence and others falling down the pecking order.According to Bernabeu Digital, Antonio Rudiger appears to have lost his status as an automatic starter at Real Madrid.Mourinho is now leaning towards Ib
  
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• Mastantuono: Real Madrid loanee reacts to hat-trick that made Fiorentina history

  12-09-2026 10:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mastantuono: Real Madrid loanee reacts to hat-trick that made Fiorentina historyFranco Mastantuono is ‘honoured’ to have made history with Fiorentina, becoming the youngest player to score a hat-trick in a competitive match with the Tuscans.The Real Madrid loanee netted three goals in Fiorentina’s 4-2 away win at Venezia on Friday night.It not only marked Fiorentina’s first win this season and a victory on Paolo Vanoli’s ‘second’ debut as the Tuscans&rsq
  
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• 📲 Today’s bill: Bundesliga, Real, Premier and lots of Brasileirão

  12-09-2026 10:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📲 Today’s bill: Bundesliga, Real, Premier and lots of BrasileirãoBrazilian Championship - Série A (27th Round)4:00 PM - Grêmio vs. Vasco da Gama - Premiere4:00 PM - Atlético-MG vs. Fluminense - Premiere5:00 PM - Chapecoense vs. Internacional - Record, YouTube (CazéTV), and Premiere6:30 PM - Palmeiras vs. São Paulo - Premiere8:30 PM - Botafogo vs. RB Bragantino - Prime Video9:00 PM - Santos vs. Cruzeiro - SporTV and PremiereGerman Championshi
  
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• Forgotten Liverpool star must get given a chance by Andoni Iraola, he's exactly what they need

  12-09-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Forgotten Liverpool star must get given a chance by Andoni Iraola, he's exactly what they needAndoni Iraola has only been in charge of Liverpool for a few months but, it already feels like the Reds are finding their feet again. The Spaniard's attacking-style of football is exactly what the Reds were missing last season under Arne Slot and, even though only four new players have been brought in, it definitely feels like things are moving upwards.Alongside many of Liverpool's first-team squad, Ron
  
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• Willem II still searching for first Eredivisie win as in form Devin Haen secures point against AZ Alkmaar

  12-09-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Willem II still searching for first Eredivisie win as in form Devin Haen secures point against AZ AlkmaarWillem II scored late on against AZ Alkmaar last night to secure their second point in the Eredivisie since promotion. The side are still searching for their first win back in the top flight having played five games already, but will be happy to grab a point away to AZ Alkmaar. Equally important to Willem II is the form of Devin Haen. The 22-year-old striker scored his third goal of the seaso
  
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• Mikel Arteta provides triple Arsenal injury update ahead of Sunderland clash

  12-09-2026 10:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikel Arteta provides triple Arsenal injury update ahead of Sunderland clashArsenal Injury Update: Ben White Fit, Jurrien Timber Close for Sunderland ClashArsenal head to Sunderland with one concern eased and two more moving in the right direction. Ben White is fit, Jurrien Timber is edging closer and Cristhian Mosquera could also return soon. For Mikel Arteta, that matters, because the defensive rotation has already been tested early in the season.White looked uncomfortable late in the 1-0 win
  
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• Joao Pedro is as good as Erling Haaland and reminds me of Karim Benzema, says Xabi Alonso

  12-09-2026 10:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso has directed lavish praise towards Joao Pedro by comparing him with two of the world’s best strikers of past and present - putting him on a par with Erling Haaland, while asserting the Brazilian reminds him of Karim Benzema.Joao Pedro has got the new season off to a flyer for the Blues and was named the Premier League’s player of the month for August on Friday, notching two goals and two assists in his first three games as part of a dynamite front three with
  
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• Woltemade reveals Tonali’s one-word reaction to his Juventus transfer

  12-09-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Woltemade reveals Tonali’s one-word reaction to his Juventus transferNick Woltemade admits he’s impressed by Luciano Spalletti’s ‘aura’ and reveals Sandro Tonali approved his transfer to Juventus with a one-word comment.Woltemade joined Juventus on a dry loan deal from Newcastle on deadline day, which means the Serie A giants do not hold an option to make his move permanent.DAZN asked the Germany international whether he had discussed his move to Juventus with his e
  
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• Report: Liverpool interested in move for Serie A midfielder

  12-09-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool interested in move for Serie A midfielderLiverpool transfer latest, Aleksandar Stankovic remains on Reds radar after Inter talksLiverpool’s summer business around Curtis Jones appears to have opened another line of interest, with TeamTalk reporting that the club made checks on Aleksandar Stankovic during negotiations with Inter Milan.As outlined in the report, Liverpool “made an enquiry about Aleksandar Stankovic during their talks with Inter Milan over Curtis Jones
  
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• Armstrong backs Aberdeen to improve dire away record

  12-09-2026 10:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aberdeen midfielder Stuart Armstrong believes their upcoming run of three away games in a week represents a good opportunity to restore some much-needed positivity at Pittodrie.The Dons are under pressure after a difficult start to the season, with just one win from their opening five Premiership games.Having failed to score in their past four fixtures, they were booed off following their goalless draw at home to Kilimarnock last weekend.Now they face Killie again in the Premier Sports Cup quart
  
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• Liverpool schedule talks with 'very strong' star in 2027

  12-09-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool schedule talks with 'very strong' star in 2027Liverpool may have made four signings in the summer but, there are still a lot of areas among their ranks that could do with an upgrade or two.Indeed, Andoni Iraola's defence and attack have been massively boosted by Liverpool's new arrivals and, even though they're unbeaten across all competitions at the moment, more can come from the Reds.A couple of seasons ago, they won the Premier League title with ease and, although things have change
  
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• This week’s soccer questions: were we wrong about Man City and does the Ballon d’Or ignore Americans?

  12-09-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Enzo Maresca has won his first three Premier League games plus his Champions League opener with Manchester City.Photograph: José Coelho/EPAWere predictions of Manchester City’s post-Pep drop-off overstated? Squint hard enough and Manchester City still look like Manchester City. They’re still playing the same possession-hungry soccer. Erling Haaland is still scoring goals. They even have a new manager with vaguely the same appearance and oeuvre as their old manager. An AI Pep G
  
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• Key reason why Barcelona rejected Marcus Rashford transfer despite 29 goal contributions

  12-09-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Key reason why Barcelona rejected Marcus Rashford transfer despite 29 goal contributionsJournalist Fabrizio Romano reports that Barcelona’s decision to pass up the chance to sign Marcus Rashford permanently was not a result of his performances under Hansi Flick.Rashford spent the 2025/26 campaign on loan from Manchester United and finished with 14 goals and 15 assists, contributing directly to 29 goals across all competitions. Although he was not an automatic starter, the England inte
  
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• ‘This is an important victory’: Moroccan striker scores first goal for Anderlecht in victory over KV Mechelen

  12-09-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘This is an important victory’: Moroccan striker scores first goal for Anderlecht in victory over KV MechelenAnderlecht opened the Belgian Pro League weekend with a win over KV Mechelen on Friday evening. It was a hard fought 1-0 victory for the Mauves, and the fans will be delighted to see their new striker, Tawfik Bentayeb open his account for the club. The Moroccan striker joined during the recent transfer window following a decent season in the second tier of French football
  
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• Real Madrid have history on their side against Rayo Vallecano at Santiago Bernabeu

  12-09-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid have history on their side against Rayo Vallecano at Santiago BernabeuReal Madrid will welcome Rayo Vallecano to the Santiago Bernabeu and hope to return to winning ways after their loss to Real Betis last weekend.Los Blancos have a strong recent home record against their city rivals, having avoided defeat in each of the last five league meetings at the stadium.Madrid have won four of those five matches, with the other ending in a draw. The sequence gives Jose Mourinho’s side a
  
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