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• Bouaddi impresses on first start - have Man City found 'a gem'?

  09-09-2026 00:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ayyoub Bouaddi became the fourth-youngest player to start a Champions League match for Manchester City [Getty Images]Ayyoub Bouaddi belied his age with a mature Champions League performance on his first Manchester City start to showcase why the club were so intent on signing the 18-year-old.The midfielder took centre stage for Morocco at this summer's World Cup and City spent £86m to sign him from Lille, making him the most expensive teenager in Premier League history.And after two substit
  
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• Liverpool 'gamble' fails, January exit now likely for 83-goal star

  09-09-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool 'gamble' fails, January exit now likely for 83-goal starOver the years, Liverpool have taken many different gambles on players and managers. For example, it was a gamble for Fenway Sports Group to hire Arne Slot after Jurgen Klopp resigned and, it was also a gamble for them to replace Andy Robertson with Milos Kerkez.Sometimes, these gambles pay off but, more often than not, they leave at least one party unhappy.This season, the Reds needed to replace Mohamed Salah and, even though eve
  
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• 2 ex-Arsenal players delete social media posts after 3 defeats

  09-09-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  2 ex-Arsenal players delete social media posts after 3 defeatsFormer Arsenal players Alex Iwobi and Emile Smith Rowe have removed all their Instagram posts about Fulham, as the club struggle with a poor start to the season.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesFulham fans have spotted that both Alex Iwobi and Emile Smith Rowe have hidden many of their old Instagram posts, with Iwobi removing everything except one non-football post, and Smith Rowe getting rid of it all.It’s not clear exac
  
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• Inter Milan manager finds major positive despite Champions League loss to Real Madrid: ‘I’m not at all angry’

  09-09-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter Milan manager finds major positive despite Champions League loss to Real Madrid: ‘I’m not at all angry’Cristian Chivu refused to be discouraged by Inter Milan’s 2–1 defeat to Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu, instead focusing on the character his side showed during a demanding Champions League opener.Inter were beaten despite staying competitive throughout the contest, and Chivu was particularly encouraged by the way his players responded to difficult mome
  
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• Today’s Papers – Big Inter gifts, Juventus in trouble

  09-09-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers – Big Inter gifts, Juventus in troubleLa Gazzetta dello SportJuve, you need to get yourself blessed.Locatelli returns in 2027; stop for BogaAfter Yildiz and Thuram, the captain underwent surgery too (could be out for six months)Inter’s big giftsChampions: Mou thanks Bisseck and MartinezThe defender and the goalkeeper put Real Madrid up 2-0. The Nerazzurri bounce back and go close to the equaliser. Chivu: ‘Great game.’Napoli tryThe defence and Hojlund
  
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• Liverpool and Manchester United monitoring Premier League defender

  09-09-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool and Manchester United monitoring Premier League defenderMalick Thiaw Transfer Latest as Liverpool and Manchester United Monitor Newcastle DefenderLiverpool and Manchester United are both watching Malick Thiaw closely as they map out future defensive recruitment, according to Caught Offside. At this stage, there is no suggestion of talks or formal movement, but the Newcastle United defender has clearly entered the thinking of two clubs expected to revisit their centre-back options in th
  
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• Journalist names a number of midfielders on Liverpool’s radar

  09-09-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist names a number of midfielders on Liverpool’s radarLiverpool Transfer Interest Builds Around Lamine Camara, Manu Kone and Alex ScottLiverpool’s recruitment planning appears to be stretching well beyond the immediate window, with fresh discussion centring on David Ornstein on The Athletic FC podcast and a trio of midfield names who could shape future strategy at Anfield.The strongest line to emerge is that “There’s interest from #LFC [in Lamine Camara].” Th
  
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• When will Baleba make his Man Utd debut?

  09-09-2026 09:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Carlos Baleba's arrival at Old Trafford has been the subject of several questions sent in via our 'Ask about Manchester United' form.Twinomugisha asked who will Baleba most likely forge a midfield partnership with at the Red Devils and how long is the Cameroon international ruled out for?Manchester United made the signing of Carlos Baleba a pretty big deal by parading him onto the pitch before last month's Premier League victory over Ipswich.At £70m, he is one of the most expensive pl
  
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• Thibaut Courtois drops honest Real Madrid verdict after Inter win: “Could have been 4-4”

  09-09-2026 09:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thibaut Courtois drops honest Real Madrid verdict after Inter win: “Could have been 4-4”Real Madrid may have defeated Inter Milan 2-1 on Tuesday, but it was far from a straightforward victory for Jose Mourinho’s side. Goals from Kylian Mbappe and Federico Valverde were enough for Los Blancos to start their league phase campaign with three points, but the visitors would have left the Bernabeu feeling hard done-by.Real Madrid had several chances to score more than two goals, but
  
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• Watch: Real Madrid megastar booed by Santiago Bernabeu crowd despite win over Inter Milan

  09-09-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch: Real Madrid megastar booed by Santiago Bernabeu crowd despite win over Inter MilanVinicius Jr. is facing growing frustration from the Santiago Bernabeu crowd after another difficult performance in Real Madrid’s 2–1 Champions League victory over Inter Milan.The Brazilian left the pitch without a goal or assist and was repeatedly booed as supporters became increasingly unhappy with his lack of precision. Notably, Vinicius has only recently ended one of the summer’s bi
  
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• How Juventus plan to rebuild midfield after injury crisis

  09-09-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How Juventus plan to rebuild midfield after injury crisisThe new season is barely underway, and already Juventus have a crisis on their hands.Not only are their first-choice midfielders Manuel Locatelli and Khéphren Thuram out injured for long, both have also undergone surgery in recent days and are set to be sidelined until at least the turn of the year.Locatelli has had surgery for a lateral meniscus tear in right knee, while Thuram underwent surgery to treat chondropathy of t
  
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• Dean Huijsen reveals how Jose Mourinho is transforming him at Real Madrid

  09-09-2026 09:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dean Huijsen reveals how Jose Mourinho is transforming him at Real MadridReal Madrid did not have a straightforward encounter with Inter Milan on Tuesday, but they still emerged as 2-1 winners. The visitors were the better team for much of the proceedings, but goals from Kylian Mbappe and Federico Valverde ensured that the three points would be staying at the Bernabeu.After the match, Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen delivered his assessment in comments made to the media (via MD). He noted that
  
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• 23-year-old star to audition for Liverpool move, club eager to sign him

  09-09-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  23-year-old star to audition for Liverpool move, club eager to sign himLiverpool still have a fair few holes within their team that they need to plug. Even though four new players have been brought in over the summer, the Reds' depth is still fairly thin.If three or four of their first-team squad get injured, they are going to face some major problems.However, since the January transfer window is another chance for them to improve their ranks, there's no reason why they can't start to eye new mo
  
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• 🥐☕️ FC Brekkie: Champions League returns, strikers firing 🔥

  09-09-2026 09:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐☕️ FC Brekkie: Champions League returns, strikers firing 🔥When the Champions League returns, it means...... goals from Kylian Mbappé, Serhou Guirassy and Erling Haaland!The three goal machines, who have been scoring regularly in the Champions League for several seasons now, got their 2026-2027 campaigns off to the perfect start on Tuesday night.The Frenchman scored his first goal against Inter, while the Malian and the Norwegian both netted braces, against Vi
  
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• 🥐☕️ FC Breakfast: Champions League is back, scorers firing 🔥

  09-09-2026 09:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐☕️ FC Breakfast: Champions League is back, scorers firing 🔥When the Champions League is back, it means...... goals from Kylian Mbappé, Serhou Guirassy and Erling Haaland!The three sharpshooters, who have been piling up goals in the Champions League for several seasons now, got their 2026-2027 campaign off to the perfect start on Tuesday night.The Frenchman scored his first goal against Inter, while the Malian and the Norwegian both bagged braces, respectively
  
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• St Mary's is 'special' for Southampton -Eckert

  09-09-2026 09:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert is hoping his team can maintain their strong home form at a "special" St Mary's throughout the Championship season. Saints have started the campaign well at home, winning all three of their league matches on the south coast against Stoke City, Millwall and, on Tuesday night, a Swansea City side who had been top of the table going into the game.Goals from Finn Azaz, Cyle Larin and Leo Scienza capped an impressive display as Eckert's side ended the Swans' unbeat
  
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• Huijsen talks Mourinho, Mbappe, Courtois, Konate after Real Madrid 2-1 Inter Milan: ‘We could have won 5-0 or 6-1’

  09-09-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Huijsen talks Mourinho, Mbappe, Courtois, Konate after Real Madrid 2-1 Inter Milan: ‘We could have won 5-0 or 6-1’Dean Huijsen has revealed that Jose Mourinho is demanding more from him after the Real Madrid defender played another important role in the 2-1 Champions League victory over Inter Milan.Huijsen has established himself in the heart of Madrid’s defence this season, but the 21-year-old insists his strong start means little unless he can maintain that level throughout t
  
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• Barcelona urged to be patient with €8.5 million signing Jesse Bisiwu: ‘He’s got the charisma to succeed’

  09-09-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona urged to be patient with €8.5 million signing Jesse Bisiwu: ‘He’s got the charisma to succeed’Jesse Bisiwu’s move to Barcelona was the realisation of a dream for the young forward, according to Feyenoord technical secretary Devy Rigaux, who played an important mentoring role during the player’s time at Club Brugge.Rigaux spent 15 years at the Belgian club and was still there when Barcelona made their move for Bisiwu. Deco eventually secured the t
  
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• Wild scenes in City win! Security steps in, tunnel rocks

  09-09-2026 09:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wild scenes in City win! Security steps in, tunnel rocksThere was plenty of tension in that one! Emotions boiled over more than once between Manchester City and Porto last night.It all started in the first half with a foul by Marc Guéhi on Gabri Veiga. In an aerial challenge, the Man City star caught his opponent in the head with his arm, sending Veiga to the ground bleeding. The home side called for a sending-off, but the referee decided against showing either a yellow or a red card.The
  
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• Belgium battle could be a blessing

  09-09-2026 09:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]It is a new chapter for Aston Villa and, against Club Brugge, they turned the page.A first win of the season, albeit more nervy than anticipated, lit the spark for Unai Emery's side.The visitors were in a commanding and deserved position at half-time, John McGinn's opener making him the club's all-time record European goalscorer with 12.Emi Buendia's strike and Nicolas Jackson's first Villa goal - benefiting from Yann Sommer's rush of blood - had them cruising.Brugge were poor and
  
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• 'I cannot take my eyes off Bouaddi - he looks very special'

  09-09-2026 09:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Ayyoub Bouaddi belied his age with a mature Champions League performance on his first Manchester City start to showcase why the club were so intent on signing the 18-year-old.And after two substitute appearances for City, he was handed his first start against Porto and did not look out of place during the 2-0 victory.Erling Haaland will take the plaudits for his two goals, but it was Bouaddi who caught the eye with a tidy and assured performance in the middle of the park, signallin
  
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• Torquay United beat nine-man Maidenhead 4-0

  09-09-2026 09:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Torquay recorded their biggest win since a 5-1 victory at Slough Town on 11 April [Shutterstock]Torquay United got their biggest victory in five months as they won 4-0 at nine-man Maidenhead United in National League South.The win - Torquay's third of the season - moves them up to eighth place in the table as they claimed back-to-back victories for the first time this season.The Gulls could have scored more, having three goals disallowed as they produced a fine performance."I'm really pleased wi
  
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• Thibaut Courtois reveals what Real Madrid must improve after Inter victory: ‘Match could have ended 4-4.’

  09-09-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thibaut Courtois reveals what Real Madrid must improve after Inter victory: ‘Match could have ended 4-4.’Thibaut Courtois has admitted Real Madrid need to improve their control after surviving a chaotic Champions League encounter with Inter Milan.Real Madrid eventually secured a 2–1 victory, but the Belgian goalkeeper was forced to remain alert until the final whistle as Inter created enough opportunities to make the contest far more uncomfortable than the scoreline suggested.C
  
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• Liverpool take first steps towards move for Newcastle star

  09-09-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool take first steps towards move for Newcastle starLiverpool have reportedly taken the first steps towards a move for a Newcastle United star. A blockbuster deal on the way?Liverpool are already planning ahead in their transfer plans. The Reds may only just have come out of the summer window but it’s plain to all that work needs to be done.And that’s despite Richard Hughes leaving as sporting director. He’s joined Al-Hilal, leaving Liverpool short and lacking on a proper
  
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• Where Estevao fits into Chelsea's all-star attack

  09-09-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Estevao Willian missed Brazil's World Cup campaign because of a hamstring injury [Getty Images]A late flourish from Estevao Willian almost snatched Chelsea a draw at Arsenal on Sunday.His curling strike was saved by goalkeeper David Raya to preserve Arsenal's lead, but it served as a reminder of the important role the 19-year-old Brazil winger could play in Xabi Alonso's side.His game time has been limited so far this season by the club record £117m signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Vill
  
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• Konstantinos Karetsas substituted due to circulatory problems: ‘This is a concern for us’

  09-09-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Konstantinos Karetsas substituted due to circulatory problems: ‘This is a concern for us’Borussia Dortmund’s Konstantinos Karetsas had to be substituted in the 27th minute of their UEFA Champions League victory over Villarreal due to circulatory problems, the club have confirmed.“Konstantinos Karetsas had to leave the field due to circulatory problems. Kosta is doing well under the circumstances and is on his way to the hospital for further tests,” BVB said on Tuesd
  
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• Barcelona star Rodri personally calls Valencia squad over viral comments – report

  09-09-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona star Rodri personally calls Valencia squad over viral comments – reportBarcelona midfielder Rodri has reportedly taken the initiative to apologise to members of the Valencia squad after comments he made during the Catalan club’s 5-0 victory went viral.According to A Punt Radio, the summer signing personally contacted members of the Valencia team to explain what happened and apologise for his remarks. The reported calls came after Movistar Plus cameras captured Rodri sp
  
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• Rangers target Ferguson would cost £15m in January - gossip

  09-09-2026 08:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers would need to pay at least £15m to sign Bologna and Scotland midfielder Lewis Ferguson in January. (Football Insider)Estrella Football Group - which holds stakes in Portuguese and Italian clubs - has resumed talks with the owners of cash-strapped Greenock Morton over a rescue plan. (Herald - subscription required)Former Rangers captain James Tavernier's £11,500-per-week wages at Maccabi Tel Aviv make him the highest paid player in Israeli football. (Scottish Sun)Tomas Cvancar
  
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• Seagulls must learn from slow start

  09-09-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [PA Media]It's been a busy start to the 2026-27 campaign for Brighton and Fabian Hurzeler must now begin to prepare for a packed schedule of domestic and European football.Although the Seagulls will wait until October for their Conference League league phase to start, Hurzeler's side has endured a flurry of mixed results in their opening five games of the season.After a bruising 4-3 loss at Stamford Bridge to transfer-foes Chelsea, Brighton were lucky to escape with a 1-1 draw at home to Leeds.F
  
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• Napoli v Arsenal preview: Key stats and player info

  09-09-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After coming up agonisingly short in last season's Champions League final, Arsenal begin what they hope will be a glorious European campaign at Napoli. The Gunners were beaten on penalties by Paris Saint-Germain in May, with Gabriel missing the decisive kick after a 1-1 draw. That was after Mikel Arteta's team topped the league phase with eight wins from eight and then went unbeaten during the knockout stages. As for Napoli, their Champions League adventure was a big disappointment last term, as
  
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