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• Cardiff boss Barry-Murphy signs contract extension

  29-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brian Barry-Murphy earned promotion in his first season at Cardiff [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Cardiff City have agreed an improved contract with boss Brian Barry-Murphy ahead of the club's return to the Championship.The former Manchester City academy coach led the Bluebirds back to the second tier at the first attempt after his appointment last summer.The 48-year-old, who already had a deal until 2028,- had been linked with Burnley earlier in the close-season, but has signed a new three-year term
  
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• Atalanta vs Hapoel Tel Aviv – Scalvini forced off with early injured

  20-08-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atalanta vs Hapoel Tel Aviv – Scalvini forced off with early injuredMaurizio Sarri’s Atalanta era got underway on Thursday evening, with the Bergamo side hosting Hapoel Tel Aviv in the first leg of their Conference League play-off at the New Balance Arena.It’s Atalanta’s first official fixture of the season and represents the club’s opening test in Europe before Sunday’s Serie A curtain-raiser against Sassuolo, with the winner of this tie securing direct entry
  
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• Rangers Transfer Priority Revealed By Derek McInnes: Should They Really Focus On Attack?

  20-08-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers Transfer Priority Revealed By Derek McInnes: Should They Really Focus On Attack?Derek McInnes has made no secret of what Rangers need before the transfer window slams shut, and his words ahead of the UEFA Conference League first-leg tie against Jablonec displayed clarity. Speaking to Rangers Review, the 55-year-old confirmed that the club’s defensive options have been shored up, with full-backs Kosta Nedeljkovic and James Penrice both signed and included in the squad for Thursday&r
  
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• Xabi Alonso breaks silence on Enzo Fernandez’s future amid Man City interest

  20-08-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Xabi Alonso breaks silence on Enzo Fernandez’s future amid Man City interestEnzo Fernandez Transfer Latest as Chelsea Hold Firm Before Fulham OpenerChelsea have reached the stage where words matter less than decisions. On Enzo Fernandez, the decision appears clear, for now. Xabi Alonso has shut down the noise around the midfielder’s future and made it plain that Chelsea are planning with him, not without him.There had been room for a sale earlier in the summer. Fernandez’s camp
  
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• Celtic Eye €10m Torino Midfielder After Engels Exit: Right Decision?

  20-08-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic Eye €10m Torino Midfielder After Engels Exit: Right Decision?Scottish journalist Giacomo Morandin, referenced by Europa Calcio, broke the story that Celtic FC are coming back to Torino with a fresh bid for Lithuanian midfielder Gvidas Gineitis, contingent on the Hoops booking a spot in the UEFA Champions League group stage proper. The report confirmed Celtic had already seen an opening offer of approximately €7.5 million rejected by the Turin club. Since then, Torino president U
  
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• 📸 CR7 now honey blonde: Ronaldo back in beast mode post-World Cup

  20-08-2026 21:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 CR7 now honey blonde: Ronaldo back in beast mode post-World CupAlmost unbelievable. Cristiano Ronaldo is heading into his 25th professional season, and at 41, the Portuguese superstar still really loves to play. One of the basic requirements for that is, among other things, physical fitness — and when it comes to that, no one can touch CR7. Photos from a training session with his club Al Nassr are currently spreading like wildfire.The man is not only still in incredible shape, he
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms surprise Liverpool deal: Star has completed move

  20-08-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms surprise Liverpool deal: Star has completed moveThat's a deal done. Fabrizio Romano has confirmed it and Liverpool have another one out the door.There are under two weeks to go in the transfer window and everyone would agree that Liverpool have a lot of work to do. Arguably, they have too much work to do at a time when they desperately need to balance the squad.The idea of losing Mohamed Salah and not properly replacing him by August 20th would have sounded insane at the
  
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• Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace chase Fiorentina midfielder Fagioli

  20-08-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace chase Fiorentina midfielder FagioliNicolo Fagioli has emerged as a target for two Premier League clubs, with his path out of Fiorentina potentially opening up before the transfer window closes.According to journalist Ekrem Konur on X, both Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace are readying themselves to compete for the Italy international, with interest from England growing in recent days.A move abroad is reportedly viewed as part of Fiorentina’s broader
  
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• £5m Flop Breaks Silence After Leaving Leeds United: Right Decision From The Whites?

  20-08-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  £5m Flop Breaks Silence After Leaving Leeds United: Right Decision From The Whites?A report from Sport Witness, citing German outlet Hamburger Abendblatt, confirmed that Leeds United centre-back Sebastiaan Bornauw has completed a season-long loan to Bundesliga outfit HSV Hamburg. The 27-year-old Belgian, who arrived at Elland Road last summer for €6 million from Wolfsburg, barely featured under Daniel Farke, managing just 17 competitive appearances across all competitions in 2025/26.L
  
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• Villa £18m bid for Harwood-Bellis rejected by Southampton

  20-08-2026 21:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Taylor Harwood-Bellis has played the last three seasons for Southampton [Getty Images]Aston Villa have had a bid worth around £18m plus add-ons rejected by Southampton for defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis.Villa are looking for new recruits with England defender Ezri Konsa set to join Arsenal for more than £50m.Harwood-Bellis has been at Southampton since 2023, initially on loan, and has one England cap – earned in a 2024 Nations League match against Republic of Ireland.Southampto
  
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• Manchester City have interest in signing an uncapped Brazilian to fill the role likely vacated by Savinho

  20-08-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City have interest in signing an uncapped Brazilian to fill the role likely vacated by SavinhoManchester City remain in the market for a winger this summer, especially one that can play on the right-hand side. Savinho seems destined to sign for Tottenham at some point in the near future, so Enzo Maresca’s squad will need another winger added to its ranks. It has now been reported that Manchester City will target Palmeiras winger Allan Elias to replace Savinho. Allan Elias is an
  
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• West Brom star banned for ‘deception of match official’ after handball controversy

  20-08-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Brom forward Aune Heggebo has been handed a two-match suspension for "successful deception of a match official" after scoring a goal with his hand during their 2-1 victory at Norwich in the opening Sky Bet Championship match of the new season.The Football Association charged the Norwegian player with misconduct, contrary to FA Rule E3.1, following last weekend’s fixture at Carrow Road, where on-field officials allowed his 75th-minute goal to stand despite objections raised by the Norw
  
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• Ravenna new boy Ronaldinho: ‘Very happy to be here’

  20-08-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ravenna new boy Ronaldinho: ‘Very happy to be here’Ronaldinho has arrived in Ravenna to begin his bizarre new chapter in Italian football, landing at Forlì airport before heading into the Romagna city as the club’s most improbable signing in years.According to Corriere dello Sport, the Brazilian was “convinced by friendship and passion,” as confirmed by club president Ignazio Cipriani, whose organisation also includes former Milan sporting director Ariedo Bra
  
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• Mbappe To Spearhead Mourinho’s Attack | 4-3-3 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup Vs Espanyol

  20-08-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mbappe To Spearhead Mourinho’s Attack | 4-3-3 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup Vs EspanyolReal Madrid will lock horns with Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium on Saturday night as they look to secure all three points on the road in La Liga. Los Blancos managed to earn a 3-0 win over Schalke recently, which should keep them in good spirits going into this game.Jose Mourinho will set his players up in a 4-3-3 formation and is expected to name a strong starting XI for this clash. Kylian Mbappe will spea
  
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• Official | Said El Mala extends Cologne contract until 2031

  20-08-2026 21:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Said El Mala extends Cologne contract until 2031Said El Mala has agreed to stay at Cologne by signing a contract that lasts until 2031. The 19-year-old talented winger will also wear the number 10 shirt that was last worn by World Cup-winning legend Lukas Podolski. El Mala has been strongly linked with a move to Borussia Dortmund this summer, with other clubs across Europe interested in his signature. However, repeated bids from several clubs were not accepted by Cologne, and now it s
  
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• Joao Pedro set to extend Chelsea deal to 2034

  20-08-2026 21:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Joao Pedro started his footballing career in England with Watford after leaving his boyhood club Fluiminense [Getty Images]Chelsea are set to renew striker Joao Pedro's contract until 2034 before the start of the Premier League season.Sources at Stamford Bridge say they expect the deal to go through - while those close to the 24-year-old say a full agreement has already been reached on a contract to run until 2032, with an option for the club to extend it by a further two years.Internally, the B
  
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• It's official: Liverpool reject Andoni Iraola transfer wish

  20-08-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's official: Liverpool reject Andoni Iraola transfer wishAndoni Iraola will not get what he wants. Liverpool have rejected his wish in the transfer market.Andoni Iraola is the new head coach at Liverpool but we can't imagine he's thrilled with the start to life in the transfer market. The club haven't addressed many of the issues that plagued them last season, nor the new issues brought about this summer.Mohamed Salah's exit, for instance, remains unaddressed. Liverpool desperately need to fin
  
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• Richarlison To Lead The Line | 4-2-3-1 Tottenham Hotspur Predicted Lineup Vs Brentford

  20-08-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richarlison To Lead The Line | 4-2-3-1 Tottenham Hotspur Predicted Lineup Vs BrentfordTottenham Hotspur will clash heads with Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday as they look to secure a good result on their travels in the Premier League. Spurs were held to a 2-2 draw by Hoffenheim in a recent pre-season friendly game, which has halted their momentum ahead of this clash.Roberto De Zerbi will set his men up in a 4-2-3-1 formation and is expected to name a strong team for this gam
  
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• Milan’s Samuele Ricci: Como awaiting sale before signing midfielder

  20-08-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan’s Samuele Ricci: Como awaiting sale before signing midfielderSerie A side Como have been keenly pursuing a move for Milan’s Samuele Ricci but a move is being delayed by a possible departure.MilanNewsreport that the Italian is indeed one of the players who can depart the Rossoneri this summer. He is out of Ruben Amorim’s project and Como have been keen on signing him.But Cesc Fabregas are awaiting the sale of either Maxence Caqueret or Luca Mazzitelli before proceeding wit
  
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• Barcelona out-of-favour youngster chooses his next destination as exit looms – report

  20-08-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona out-of-favour youngster chooses his next destination as exit looms – reportHector Fort is one of the FC Barcelona academy talents on his way out of the club this summer.The 20-year-old right-back returned to the club this summer after spending the last season on loan at Elche, aiming to earn a place in Hansi Flick’s squad.However, things did not work out as planned for the youngster and he was informed that he would not be a part of the plans.At this point, despite the urge
  
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• Badiashile passes medical and meets squad as Napoli close in on Chelsea defender

  20-08-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Badiashile passes medical and meets squad as Napoli close in on Chelsea defenderBenoit Badiashile has completed his medical with Napoli and travelled to join the rest of the squad, moving the club a step closer to confirming the Chelsea defender’s arrival.According to Corriere dello Sport, the Frenchman passed the second stage of his examinations, cardiology tests, at Villa Stuart in Rome on Wednesday, having already cleared the first part on Tuesday.The move is a paid loan worth €3m
  
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• Former Arsenal star names the two players that can push Liverpool towards the Premier League title

  20-08-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Arsenal star names the two players that can push Liverpool towards the Premier League titleLiverpool Predictions 2026-27: Theo Walcott Sees Title Push, But Iraola Questions RemainLiverpool are difficult to place ahead of the new Premier League season. That is the simple truth. There is a new head coach in Andoni Iraola, a team still carrying scars from a poor 2025/26 campaign, and a squad that has shown both promise and disorder in pre-season. Mixed results have only reinforced the uncert
  
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• Report: Leeds United keen on move to sign £40m-rated Chelsea star

  20-08-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Leeds United keen on move to sign £40m-rated Chelsea starLeeds United Join Liam Delap Transfer Race as Chelsea Name Their PriceLeeds United have entered the market for a new striker, with Give Me Sport reporting that the newly promoted side are now in the race to sign Chelsea forward Liam Delap before the summer window closes.The development comes at a useful moment for Leeds, who are reshaping their attack after Joel Piroe’s move to West Ham this week. Recruitment in that ar
  
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• Calvert-Lewin To Spearhead Farke’s Attack | 3-4-3 Leeds United Predicted Lineup Vs Nottingham Forest

  20-08-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Calvert-Lewin To Spearhead Farke’s Attack | 3-4-3 Leeds United Predicted Lineup Vs Nottingham ForestLeeds United will lock horns with Nottingham Forest at the City Ground this Saturday as they hope to secure maximum points on the road in the Premier League. The Whites managed to earn a dominant 4-0 win over Augsburg in a pre-season friendly match recently, which should give them some confidence going into this game.Daniel Farke will set his team in a 3-4-3 formation and is expected to name
  
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• Zirkzee still a Juventus and Napoli target as Manchester United star’s future hinges on sales

  20-08-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zirkzee still a Juventus and Napoli target as Manchester United star’s future hinges on salesJoshua Zirkzee could be heading back to Serie A this summer, but which club lands him may come down to who can clear space in their attack first.According to Goal.com, the Dutch forward looked close to a move to Juventus until a few days ago, but Napoli have now entered the picture as Manchester United open the door to a loan departure without firm guarantees over an obligation to buy, a structure
  
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• Liverpool show interest in Real Madrid forward who rules out summer exit

  20-08-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool show interest in Real Madrid forward who rules out summer exitBack at Real Madrid for the 2026/27 season, Brazilian forward Endrick has attracted interest from Liverpool. as confirmed by ESPNBrasil.The English giants have expressed interest in the Brazilian, but no official offer has been made so far. However, the 20-year-old attacker has no intention of leaving the Spanish capital club.Endrick not going anywhereReal Madrid invested heavily in Endrick back to sign him from Palmeiras, b
  
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• Manchester City target Brazilian winger as Savinho replacement

  20-08-2026 20:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City are interested in Brazilian winger Allan as they look for a replacement for Savinho. The Palmeiras player has a €100m release clause in his contract, though City could look to secure him for a lower fee. They have begun their search for further forwards as they are in talks with Tottenham to sell Savinho and Omar Marmoush in a double deal that could bring them in well over £100m. Savinho, who could be priced at up to £85m, nevertheless ended last season as City&r
  
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• Late goals see Larne past 10-man Red Imps in Gibraltar

  20-08-2026 20:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Conference LeagueLincoln Red Imps 0 - 2 Larne FTLarne are well placed to reach the league stage of the Uefa Conference League for the second time in three years after they beat 10-man Lincoln Red Imps 2-0 in the first leg of their play-off tie in Gibraltar on Thursday.Paul O'Neill came off the bench to head home the opening goal on 84 minutes, with two other substitutes involved in the build-up.Conor McKendry provided the cross and James Simpson headed the ball into the path of O'Neill, who
  
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• 💣Bombshell: Ronaldinho comes out of retirement, will play again at 46

  20-08-2026 20:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣Bombshell: Ronaldinho comes out of retirement, will play again at 46Brazilian star Ronaldinho Gaúcho has decided to dust off his boots and return to professional football. At 46 years old, the legendary forward will pull on the Ravenna FC shirt in Italy’s Serie C.A comeback tied to his business interestsThe world champion’s return is not driven solely by sporting reasons, but also by commercial ones. The former FC Barcelona and AC Milan player has a business partnersh
  
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• Stoke sign Scotland striker Hirst from Ipswich

  20-08-2026 20:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stoke City have signed striker George Hirst from Ipswich Town for an undisclosed fee on a deal until at least the end of the 2028-29 season.Scotland international Hirst, 27, has been with the Tractor Boys for the last three seasons, winning two promotions, and scored 23 times in 102 games after joining from Leicester City.Eleven of his 21 league goals came last season, helping Ipswich seal automatic promotion to the Premier League, after his previous year in the top flight was hampered by a knee
  
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