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• Can Trafford become England's number one?

  29-09-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As Leeds United fans wait for the Whites' return to the Premier League after the extended international break, their number one, James Trafford, was given the opportunity to represent England against the world champions Spain.Although Trafford conceded three goals in his second start for his country, he became the third Leeds goalkeeper to don the Three Lions on his chest in a senior international, after Nigel Martyn and Paul Robinson.But, does Trafford deserve his start ahead of Jordan Pickford
  
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• Italy’s Raspadori sent back to Atalanta and will miss France and Turkiye games through injury

  29-09-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy’s Raspadori sent back to Atalanta and will miss France and Turkiye games through injuryGiacomo Raspadori has been released from the Italy squad and will miss both remaining Nations League fixtures.According to Tuttosport, the FIGC confirmed on Tuesday evening that the Atalanta forward “underwent instrumental tests and, having been confirmed unavailable for the coming matches, will return to his club.”That rules him out of Friday’s trip to face Zinedine Zidane’
  
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• Fenerbahçe President Reveals Why Aston Villa Rejected Their Major Summer Offer: Did The Club Make The Right Call?

  29-09-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fenerbahçe President Reveals Why Aston Villa Rejected Their Major Summer Offer: Did The Club Make The Right Call?Aston Villa’s summer ended with a striking twist after Fenerbahçe president Aziz Yıldırım revealed how far his club went to sign Ollie Watkins. Speaking at Fenerbahçe’s annual general meeting, Yıldırım said vice-president Cihan Kamer and sporting director Oğuz Çetin travelled to England for talks with Aston Vil
  
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• Real Madrid considering Van Dijk - Tuesday's gossip

  29-09-2026 22:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid are waiting for Virgil van Dijk to become a free agent, Bayern Munich offer Michael Olise a long-term contract and are eyeing Barcelona's Jules Kounde.Real Madrid are considering a move for Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk, 35, as the Dutchman will become a free agent at the end of the season. (Mundo Deportivo - in Spanish)Bayern Munich are set to offer French striker Michael Olise a new contract until 2032, with the 24-year-old's current deal expiring in 2029. (Bild - in German)How
  
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• Watch: Nations League - Ten-man Scotland make triple change after Swiss double lead

  29-09-2026 22:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch Sportscene & listen to Sportsound commentarySwiss penalty overturned but Hendry yellow upgraded - Rodriguez scores from resultant free kickLeeds' Elvedi slips in second after sustained spell of pressurePocognoli's first home game as head coachScotland started Nations League with goalless draw in Slovenia; Swiss beat North Macedonia in opener Watch: Nations League - Ten-man Scotland make triple change after Swiss double lead
  
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• Barcelona’s Legal Challenge Over Pérez Comments Reaches Court

  29-09-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona’s Legal Challenge Over Pérez Comments Reaches CourtReal Madrid president Florentino Pérez and FC Barcelona have been summoned to appear before a Madrid court on November 25 for a conciliation hearing ahead of possible criminal proceedings for defamation against Pérez, according to sources close to the case cited by Agence France-Presse.The hearing follows legal action Barcelona launched on June 12 over comments Pérez made in May accusing the Catalan cl
  
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• Roma: ‘Utmost respect for Messi’ as club defend Dybala and Molina decision

  29-09-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma: ‘Utmost respect for Messi’ as club defend Dybala and Molina decisionRoma have issued a statement confirming that Paulo Dybala and Nahuel Molina will not travel to Argentina for Lionel Messi’s farewell, three days after reports of the refusal first emerged.The club said, via their official website, that the pair “will not attend the event being held in Argentina for the match between Argentina and Benin on 6 October”, and acknowledged what the occasion means to
  
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• Report: Real Madrid at the front of the queue to sign Manchester City star

  29-09-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Real Madrid at the front of the queue to sign Manchester City starGianluigi Donnarumma, Manchester City Charges and Transfer Scenarios Taking ShapeManchester City’s legal fight with the Premier League has inevitably created a fresh layer of uncertainty around some of the club’s biggest names, and Gianluigi Donnarumma is now firmly in that conversation. According to TeamTalk, there is no immediate movement and no final decision on the goalkeeper’s future, but the market
  
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• Manchester City Midfielder Is On The Radar Of Inter Milan: What Should Maresca Do?

  29-09-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Midfielder Is On The Radar Of Inter Milan: What Should Maresca Do?In a recent report, Tuttosport revealed that Manchester City midfielder Mateo Kovacic is on the radar of Inter Milan. It has been claimed that the Milan giants are showing interest in recruiting the Croat talent from the Mancunian club next year.Kovacic’s Important Role At Man City Last SeasonKovacic served as a useful member of Man City’s squad in the previous campaign when he put in a handful of impre
  
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• Liverpool can lose 83-goal star soon, Euro giants want him

  29-09-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool can lose 83-goal star soon, Euro giants want himLiverpool still have a lot of work that they need to do on their first-team squad. The Anfield outfit may have spent over £600 million on new players over the last couple of years but, it still feels like changes need to be made.When looking at Andoni Iraola's men, it's hard not to notice the main problem areas.And, even though Liverpool's recent moves have tried to solve some of those issues, it still feels like more new faces need
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This Bayern Munich Ace: Good Choice For Spurs?

  29-09-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This Bayern Munich Ace: Good Choice For Spurs?In a recent interview with CFBayern Munich, journalist Christian Falk claimed that Tottenham Hotspur are locked in a three-way battle for Bayern Munich ace Kim Min-jae. Falk said,“I can say it’s still true that Bayern Munich will be the first club he opens any kind of talks with. But it will depend on a number of things, like what Bayern are offering this Autumn when they open talks o
  
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• Juventus plan €250m capital increase with Exor to inject €60m immediately

  29-09-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus plan €250m capital increase with Exor to inject €60m immediatelyJuventus have proposed a share capital increase of up to €250m, with majority shareholder Exor putting in €60m straight away.According to their financial statements, the board will ask shareholders on November 3 to grant it a mandate under Article 2443 of the Italian Civil Code, allowing a paid-in capital increase in one or more tranches up to that maximum, including any premium. The mandate is expected
  
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• Official: Roma announce Dybala, Molina will stay at Trigoria

  29-09-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Roma announce Dybala, Molina will stay at TrigoriaRoma have issued an official statement regarding Paulo Dybala and Nahuel Molina’s rumored trip to Argentina for Leo Messi’s last games with the national team.“AS Roma announces that Paulo Dybala and Nahuel Molina will not attend the event being held in Argentina for the match between Argentina and Benin on 6 October.The Club acknowledges the significance of the occasion for both players, who share a close bond with Lio
  
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• Why was Pavel Sulc sent off for the Czech Republic against England?

  29-09-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Czech Republic were reduced to 10 men inside half-an-hour in their Nations League clash with England as Pavel Sulc was sent off following a VAR review.Sulc, among the hosts’ most important players, had begun brightly and come close to opening the scoring, drawing a sharp save from James Trafford after breaking behind the visiting defence.His night came to a premature end, though, after making contact with the leg of Elliot Anderson as he attempted to slide the ball away from the Englan
  
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• Arsenal Are In The Mix To Sign This Serie A Defender: What Will He Add To Arteta’s Side?

  29-09-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Are In The Mix To Sign This Serie A Defender: What Will He Add To Arteta’s Side?In a recent report, Diario AS stated that Arsenal are in the mix to sign Como defender Jacobo Ramon. It has been mentioned that the Gunners would have to compete with Chelsea in the race to sign the Spanish talent next year.Ramon’s Impressive Form In Serie ARamon enjoyed a good run of form at the Italian club in the previous campaign when he put in a string of impressive displays for them on
  
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• 🎥 Yamal leads Spain to an unprecedented first in their history

  29-09-2026 21:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Yamal leads Spain to an unprecedented first in their historyLamine Yamal helped world champions Spain reach a milestone never before achieved in their 106-year history. After scoring against England before the second minute had even elapsed at Wembley, he did it again this Tuesday (29).It took just one minute and ten seconds for the Barcelona forward to be deadly against Croatia at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán.The match is underway for the second round of League A in
  
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• Opponent watch: Real Madrid defender likely to miss Clasico vs Barcelona

  29-09-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Opponent watch: Real Madrid defender likely to miss Clasico vs BarcelonaFC Barcelona have enjoyed a stellar start to the 2026/27 season, winning all eight of their matches so far – seven in La Liga and one in the UEFA Champions League.But once the Catalans return to action after the international break, they stare at some huge challenges ahead of them, including two of the biggest fixtures on the calendar – the UCL clash against PSG and the La Liga El Clasico vs Real Madrid.Hansi Fli
  
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• Liverpool phenomenon all set to replace Real Madrid star

  29-09-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool phenomenon all set to replace Real Madrid starOne Liverpool star is all set to replace his compatriot at Real Madrid. And it's completely deserved.It's been another summer of change at Liverpool. This time we saw the likes of Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson bow out after glorious spells at the club - arguably the greatest we've ever seen in their respective positions.But they certainly weren't the only exits. Ibrahima Konate was another, winding down his contract to sign for Real Madr
  
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• 📸 Yamal continues Ballon d'Or form with another early goal vs. Croatia 🔥

  29-09-2026 21:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Yamal continues Ballon d'Or form with another early goal vs. Croatia 🔥Spain needed less than 90 seconds to take the lead in their Nations League clash with Croatia in Seville. Unsurprisingly, the goal came from Lamine Yamal, who continues to build his case for the Ballon d'Or. 
  Having stunned Wembley with a quickfire goal on Saturday night, the Barcelona superstar repeated the trick here with another excellent finish. It was a delightful flick from his club teamm
  
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• UWCL: Man City ‘confident’ as they await Real Madrid, says Kerstin Casparij

  29-09-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UWCL: Man City ‘confident’ as they await Real Madrid, says Kerstin CasparijManchester City are one of the favourites in the 2025/26 UEFA Women’s Champions League after winning the Women’s Super League back in May. Netherlands and Man City star Kerstin Casparij spoke about the club’s upcoming UWCL opposition, their form and their chances in the competition.Casparij has been at City since joining from FC Twente in July 2022 as a replacement for iconic English defender
  
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• Sunderland Winger Is Gathering Interest From The EFL Championship: Should Le Bris Cut Him Loose?

  29-09-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Winger Is Gathering Interest From The EFL Championship: Should Le Bris Cut Him Loose?In a recent report, journalist Alan Nixon claimed that Sunderland winger Timur Tuterov is gathering interest from the EFL Championship. It has been mentioned that Blackburn Rovers are showing interest in recruiting the Ukrainian wide player from the Black Cats next year.Tuterov’s Impressive Rise In English FootballTuterov has come through the youth ranks of Sunderland and has done well to break
  
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• Watch: Nations League - Will 10-man Scotland find way to level against Switzerland?

  29-09-2026 21:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch Sportscene & listen to Sportsound commentarySwiss penalty overturned but Hendry yellow upgraded - Rodriguez scores from resultant free kickDefender Welsh replaces striker Bowie in aftermathPocognoli's first home game as head coachScotland started Nations League with goalless draw in Slovenia; Swiss beat North Macedonia in opener Watch: Nations League - Will 10-man Scotland find way to level against Switzerland?
  
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• Watch: Nations League - Ten-man Scotland hunt leveller against Switzerland

  29-09-2026 21:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch Sportscene & listen to Sportsound commentarySwiss penalty overturned but Hendry yellow upgraded - Rodriguez scores from resultant free kickDefender Welsh replaces striker Bowie in aftermathPocognoli's first home game as head coachScotland started Nations League with goalless draw in Slovenia; Swiss beat North Macedonia in opener Watch: Nations League - Ten-man Scotland hunt leveller against Switzerland
  
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• Watch: Nations League - Rodriguez with stunning Swiss opener after Hendry sent off for Scotland

  29-09-2026 21:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch Sportscene & listen to Sportsound commentarySwiss penalty overturned but Hendry yellow upgraded - Rodriguez scores from resultant free kickDefender Welsh replaces striker Bowie in aftermathPocognoli's first home game as head coachScotland started Nations League with goalless draw in Slovenia; Swiss beat North Macedonia in opener Watch: Nations League - Rodriguez with stunning Swiss opener after Hendry sent off for Scotland
  
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• Laporta hits out at Florentino Perez ahead of conciliation hearing: ‘His statements were false’

  29-09-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Laporta hits out at Florentino Perez ahead of conciliation hearing: ‘His statements were false’Speaking to Catalunya Radio (h/t AS), FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has hit out at his Real Madrid counterpart Florentino Perez over his statements on the Negreira case.Earlier this year, Perez called a press conference, during which he lashed out at Barça over the payments made to Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira, the former vice-president of the Referees’ Technical Committe
  
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• Report: Man United set to consider former Premier League boss as Michael Carrick replacement

  29-09-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Man United set to consider former Premier League boss as Michael Carrick replacementEddie Howe and Manchester United: Why Michael Carrick Remains Safe for NowManchester United’s slow start has already triggered the familiar questions around the dugout, the hierarchy and the next possible move. Whenever results dip at Old Trafford, the conversation quickly shifts from short-term fixes to succession planning, and Eddie Howe has naturally surfaced as a name worth monitoring.According
  
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• Chelsea Remain Keen On Signing This Ligue 1 Midfielder This January: Should Alonso Snap Him Up?

  29-09-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Remain Keen On Signing This Ligue 1 Midfielder This January: Should Alonso Snap Him Up?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey mentioned that Chelsea remain keen on signing Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara this January. It has been claimed that the Blues are still hoping to land the French talent after failing to do so earlier this summer.Camara’s Impressive Form In Ligue 1Camara has enjoyed a good run of form at the French club in this campaign so far after putting in a few ey
  
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• The much-needed clarity has arrived on the Manchester City 115 case, and it is damning

  29-09-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The much-needed clarity has arrived on the Manchester City 115 case, and it is damningEver since Friday, it has been common knowledge that Manchester City had been found guilty of the majority of the 115 charges brought against it for breaching the Premier League’s financial rules. From the moment that David Ornstein broke the story for The Athletic, clarity was needed surrounding the entire story. That has arrived today with the Premier League announcing the independent commissions findin
  
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• Laporta talks Raphinha, Champions League, Florentino Perez, Real Madrid: ‘They acted unacceptably’

  29-09-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Laporta talks Raphinha, Champions League, Florentino Perez, Real Madrid: ‘They acted unacceptably’Speaking in an interview with Catalunya Radio (h/t AS), FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta discussed multiple important topics related with the club, including the injury blow sustained by club captain Raphinha.The Barça chief is currently in Copenhagen, attending the EFC General Assembly, with the Catalans having returned to the organisation after over four years, following the
  
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• Exclusive: New Liverpool sporting director Julian Ward holds strong Lamine Camara stance

  29-09-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Exclusive: New Liverpool sporting director Julian Ward holds strong Lamine Camara stanceNew Liverpool sporting director Julian Ward has strong feelings on Lamine Camara. Here's what Anfield Watch understands.Julian Ward is back in place as Liverpool's sporting director after Richard Hughes's exit this summer. Ward, of course, previously replaced Michael Edwards back in 2022 before stepping down himself in 2023.But now he's back, having worked with FSG for the last two and a half years. It's now
  
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