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• Barcelona training update: Key star absent after minor injury; replacement called up from La Masia

  18-09-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona training update: Key star absent after minor injury; replacement called up from La MasiaFC Barcelona completed their final training session ahead of Saturday’s La Liga meeting with Sevilla away at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan. And, according to Mundo Deportivo, goalkeeper Joan Garcia is absent from the session and ruled out of the match.Garcia was replaced at half-time against Racing Santander after experiencing discomfort in his right knee. Although the issue is not considered seri
  
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• Max Dowman among Arsenal England youth call-ups for September break

  18-09-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Max Dowman among Arsenal England youth call-ups for September breakA number of Arsenal players have been called up by the various England youth teams for the September-October break, including midweek League Cup star Max Dowman.Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty ImagesThe England u21s named their squad on Friday morning, with Arsenal loan duo Tommy Setford and Ethan Nwaneri both included.Setford is spending the season with League One Stevenage, whilst Nwaneri is playing for Bundesliga outfit Borussia
  
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• Premier League today: How to watch Brentford v Chelsea, TV channels & live stream Friday 18 September

  18-09-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morgan Rogers has been in good form since joining Chelsea. Photograph: Dave Shopland/APOn and off the field, this is a fixture between two close neighbours. Just one point divides Brentford and Chelsea in the Premier League table, with just five miles between the two clubs’ stadiums.Brentford enter Friday’s match on the back of a 10-game unbeaten run. Keith Andrews has forged a team with a clear identity and playing style. The same can’t yet be said for Xabi Alonso’s Chel
  
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• Police dispersal zone map for Millwall vs West Ham revealed by Met Police over fan violence fears

  18-09-2026 16:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Metropolitan Police are planning a huge-scale operation as Millwall and West Ham meet for the first time in 14 years on Saturday.Amid fears of violence between fans of the fierce derby rivals, 400 police officers are set to be deployed onto the streets of east London, donned in riot gear though without shields.This is around four times the normal police presence seen at Championship games, with 60 to 150 officers usually on duty.The police have also been granted the special power of a Sectio
  
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• De Zerbi on trio's availability, 'staying calm' and Aston Villa

  18-09-2026 16:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spurs boss Roberto de Zerbi has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Aston Villa at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (kick-off 12:30 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Pedro Porro, Sandro Tonali and James Maddison are "all available to play" this weekend. Their "physical condition" will be assessed before the match, but "all of them are ready" at present.Record signing Tonali is "working very hard" to get up to speed after his summer move: "His adap
  
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• Millwall and West Ham renew rivalry after 14 years

  18-09-2026 16:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  On Saturday, Alex Neil's Millwall and Nuno Espirito Santo's West Ham will meet in a competitive game for the first time since February 2012 [Getty Images]Millwall and West Ham United have not met in a competitive fixture since February 2012.Since then, managers have changed, players have moved on, both clubs have experienced plenty of highs and lows, and the rivalry has been left largely to memories, stories and old footage.At 12:30 BST on Saturday, it returns.The Den will host the 100th competi
  
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• Blues boss Davies still has every faith in Vazquez

  18-09-2026 16:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luis Vazquez is still to score for Blues following his £3m summer arrival from Anderlecht [Rex]Birmingham City boss Chris Davies says he still has total faith in Luis Vazquez after the Argentine striker's glaring miss in last weekend's 2-1 win at Derby County.Social media turned the Blues substitute's late howler into a meme as his missed chance was compared to other great misses in football history - from Roger Davies to Ronny Rosenthal.But, ahead of this Saturday's visit of Middlesbrough
  
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• Spinazzola adds to Napoli injury crisis ahead of Fiorentina clash

  18-09-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spinazzola adds to Napoli injury crisis ahead of Fiorentina clashNapoli full-back Leonardo Spinazzola didn’t train with the rest of the team today because of a mild strain in the hamstring of his right thigh and will miss Sunday’s away game at Fiorentina.Napoli continue to struggle with injuries as Italian left-back Spinazzola has added to the list of unavailable players for their next match against Fiorentina.Spinazzola injury concern for NapoliNAPLES, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 13: Le
  
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• James Pearce reveals Liverpool’s stance on Alisson Becker’s contract

  18-09-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  James Pearce reveals Liverpool’s stance on Alisson Becker’s contractLiverpool Face Alisson Becker Contract Decision as Succession Plan Is TestedLiverpool have a decision to make, and there is no point dressing it up. Alisson Becker and Virgil van Dijk are deep into the age bracket where clubs start thinking with their heads rather than their hearts. Yet both remain vital under Andoni Iraola, and that is what makes this awkward.The obvious issue is that replacing elite players is hard
  
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• Emery on team news, performances and facing Spurs

  18-09-2026 16:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Tottenham Hotspur at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (kick-off 12:30 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Marco Asensio, Amadou Onana, Modou Cisse, Pau Torres, Ian Maatsen, Leon Goretzka and Brian Madjo are all out through injury and will not feature against Tottenham.He said their younger players - Ibrahim Mbaye, George Hemmings and Brian Madjo - "until now, have not been good enou
  
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• Just in: Real Madrid target in Barcelona over potential move as Man United exit nears

  18-09-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Just in: Real Madrid target in Barcelona over potential move as Man United exit nearsIn a major development, journalist Ben Jacobs reports that Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel has arrived in Barcelona to hold talks with the club as he nears an exit.The 15-year-old prodigy has handed in a de-registration request to the Red Devils and hopes to leave the club for free imminently.Barcelona back in the chaseFor a while, Barcelona’s arch-rivals, Real Madrid, were seen as the favourites to
  
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• Cristiano Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for Nations League

  18-09-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for Nations LeagueCristiano Ronaldo is set to continue his international career beyond the 2026 World Cup.The experienced forward has been included in new head coach Jorge Jesus’ first Portugal squad for the upcoming Nations League games.The Selecao will open the Nations League by hosting Wales on September 24. They then play Norway and Denmark away before hosting Norway on October 4.Ronaldo said the summer’s World Cup was his last, but he is
  
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• Goodwin on health scare, delight at return & St Mirren test

  18-09-2026 16:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Scottish Premiership trip to face St Mirren (15:00 BST).Here are the key points:After missing the past three games because of a health issue, he is delighted to be back, saying: "I have never missed a day's training from the day I turned professional at 16."Goodwin didn't want to go into detail about what happened but said it was "pretty straightforward" and "a simple procedure" and had been "tidied up" to an exte
  
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• Udinese the first club to apply UEFA Manual for sustainability

  18-09-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Udinese the first club to apply UEFA Manual for sustainabilityEarlier this week, Udinese launched the ‘Play for Sustainability – Our Planet, a new annual initiative designed to integrate measurable sustainability actions into the delivery of a Serie A matchday.The initiative was unveiled at a press conference at the Bluenergy Stadium with representatives from UEFA, Lega Serie A, FIGC, and the Italian Ministry of Environment and will formally begin this weekend with Udinese’s ho
  
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• Manchester United wonderkid in Barcelona over future talks amid Real Madrid interest

  18-09-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United wonderkid in Barcelona over future talks amid Real Madrid interestJJ Gabriel has become one of the most sought-after young players in European football after his decision to hand in a transfer request at Manchester United.Just 15 years old, the teenage attacker is regarded as one of the most talented young prospects in England and who’s who of Europe are all fighting to secure his services.Real Madrid have been touted as the frontrunners to sign Gabriel, although the Mere
  
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• Iraola on Bournemouth return, Araujo and Ngumoha's England call

  18-09-2026 16:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Bournemouth at Vitality Stadium (kick-off 14:00 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Iraola has no fresh injury concerns before his side travel to the south coast.On returning to the Vitality Stadium for the first time since he gave up his job as Bournemouth manager, Iraola said he is looking forward to "meeting and hugging" the players and staff, but noted: "There is another p
  
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• Carrick on team news, belief and his future not being 'on the radar'

  18-09-2026 16:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Fulham at Craven Cottage (kick-off 16:30 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:On team news, Carrick said "there is a chance" for defender Luke Shaw and midfielder Carlos Baleba to feature on Sunday, although he is not "100%". He added Shaw's injury is short-term and they are working towards the game.The United boss said "we are always learning" after two matches witho
  
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• McInnes on SFA talks, needing 'more' in derby & his Celtic Park return

  18-09-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]Rangers manager Derek McInnes has been speaking with the media before the trip to face Old Firm rivals Celtic in the Premiership on Sunday (12:00 BST).Here are the key points:McInnes confirmed the club have spoken with SFA head of referees Willie Collum about Mika Baur's challenge on Ryan Naderi last weekend that has left the German striker as a doubt for Sunday.He says: "I'm really not happy with the challenge, but I'm not going to get caught up in referee chat. I'm surprised that the refe
  
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• 🥨 O'zapft is! Which Wiesn reveller is your Bundesliga club?

  18-09-2026 16:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥨 O'zapft is! Which Wiesn reveller is your Bundesliga club?It’s that time again: this Saturday, the 191st Oktoberfest begins on Munich’s Theresienwiese.Fittingly, after Matchday 4, the Bundesliga is heading into a three-week international break. So there’s plenty of time to check out one beer tent or another.That leaves just one question: what kind of Wiesn-goer would your favorite club actually be? We took a look!FC BayernHe may be a little arrogant at times and loves
  
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• Lamine Yamal talks Messi, Busquets, Real Madrid, Barcelona weakness: ‘Teams like Bayern or PSG…’

  18-09-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamine Yamal talks Messi, Busquets, Real Madrid, Barcelona weakness: ‘Teams like Bayern or PSG…’During an appearance on Movistar programme ‘Universo Valdano’, Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal covered a host of other subjects in an extensive interview.Apart from talking in great detail about the Ballon d’Or and stressing why he should win the top prize this year, the 19-year-old spoke about racism in football, Real Madrid, Lionel Messi’s legendary World Cu
  
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• Wilson major Wales injury concern for Nations League

  18-09-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Forward Harry Wilson has scored 17 goals in 69 games for Wales [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Harry Wilson is a major doubt for the start of Wales' Nations League campaign as they return to League A.The Leeds United forward had been named in Craig Bellamy's squad to face Portugal, Denmark and Norway in September and October.But Wilson's club boss Daniel Farke confirmed on Friday the 29-year-old has suffered a muscle injury to his quadriceps that will rule him out of Sunday's Premier League game at ho
  
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• Scotland duo, Stones and Calhanoglu unavailable for Serie A Round 5: Full list

  18-09-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scotland duo, Stones and Calhanoglu unavailable for Serie A Round 5: Full listSerie A Round 5 is around the corner, and Football Italia has the full list of unavailable players for each of the 20 teams in Italy’s top flight, including John Stones, Ché Adams and Scott McTominaySerie A Round 5 begins today, Friday, September 18, with Monza vs Sassuolo at the U-Power Stadium.MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 22: Hakan Calhanoglu of Internazionale celebrates scoring his team’s first goa
  
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• 😱Raphinha hints at new deal: I want to renew and end my career here

  18-09-2026 16:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱Raphinha hints at new deal: I want to renew and end my career hereBrazilian forward Raphinha confirmed the reports about his future after holding a key face-to-face meeting with Deco, the club’s sporting director.
  Good feelings after the meeting with the boardThe Barcelona winger was delighted with the sporting project and made it clear that he is very open to signing an extension to his current contract.A hint at hanging up his boots at Camp Nou"I’d be happy to extend my co
  
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• The XI of French players yet to earn a call-up 👀

  18-09-2026 16:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The XI of French players yet to earn a call-up 👀Who’s on the list tonight?As Zinédine Zidane is set to unveil his very first squad as head coach of the France national team this Friday evening at 6 p.m., several new faces could receive their first call-up following the announcement, which can be followed on OneFootball.It’s a chance to take a look at the players who have not yet been called up by Les Bleus and who could get their opportunity as early as this September-
  
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• Sorensen to join Republic of Ireland coaching staff

  18-09-2026 16:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brian Sorensen managed Everton before becoming a technical director at Aston Villa [Getty Images]Former Everton manager Brian Sorensen is set to join the Republic of Ireland squad for their Women's World Cup play-off qualifiers this year.Sorensen is expected to take up the role of assistant coach in their set-up, alongside Liverpool's Amber Whiteley. It is understood he will retain his position as technical director with Aston Villa women, but will link up with the Republic of Ireland during the
  
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• O'Neill on 'difficult' week, Celtic confidence & fan concerns

  18-09-2026 16:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic manager Martin O'Neill has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Old Firm derby at home to Rangers (12:00 BST).Here are the key points from the news conference:Celtic are "raring to go" despite "difficult" defeats to Rangers and Ferencvaros in the past five days.O'Neill later adds: "The players are capable of turning it around."Confidence is "far from rock bottom" and O'Neill insists: "We're still in the lead in the league. And if we can win this, we can extend the lead. If we don't,
  
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• 'Not a catastrophe' - Carrick dismisses Man Utd job fears

  18-09-2026 16:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael Carrick has won 14 out of 23 games since taking charge at Manchester United in January 2026 [Getty Images]Manchester United boss Michael Carrick says it would be "ridiculous" to start thinking how long he has left in the job after "two or three" bad results.His side visit Fulham on Sunday after an awful week.After United lost at home to a Manchester City side reduced to 10 men after 23 minutes, Brighton became the first side to come from two goals down to win at Old Trafford in 50 years
  
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• Official | Hamburg head coach Merlin Polzin receives contract extension despite poor Bundesliga start

  18-09-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Hamburg head coach Merlin Polzin receives contract extension despite poor Bundesliga startHamburg have delivered an emphatic vote of confidence in head coach Merlin Polzin despite opening the 2026/27 Bundesliga campaign with three consecutive defeats. German footballing media sources report that the new agreements for Polzin and his assistant coaches remain valid only so long as HSV retain their Bundesliga status.The timing nevertheless ensures that the announcement attracts
  
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• Will England boss Tuchel 'embrace the chaos'?

  18-09-2026 16:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England manager Thomas Tuchel left the United States in July pining for greater control.At his first squad announcement since the World Cup on Friday, the German spoke of "embracing the chaos".Is it possible to have controlled chaos? It seems Tuchel is ready to find out.England's third-placed finish in the US was the nation's best performance at the World Cup since 1966.But the memories of the team's semi-final loss to Argentina linger. In the aftermath of the heartbreaking defeat, Tuchel pointe
  
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• Sage on injuries, improving confidence and Sarr's reception

  18-09-2026 16:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Leeds United at Elland Road (kick-off 14:00 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Sage provided an update on the fitness of Dean Henderson and Jean-Philippe Mateta, confirming they will not return until after the international break: "Henderson's situation is more certain than Mateta's situation. We will have to wait on both of them. I'll be able to give a better answer in tw
  
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