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• Carrick explains Shaw's Man Utd training absence

  09-09-2026 16:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United left-back Luke Shaw in action during the 2-2 draw at Everton [Getty Images]Debate around Manchester United's left-back position has been raging all summer.The fundamental point is that while Luke Shaw started all 38 Premier League games last season, and the first three this, it was going to be stretch to imagine the 31-year-old would navigate through a 60-game campaign.Now United head coach Michael Carrick has given an insight into how Shaw played so often.Last season, Carrick'
  
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• Aston Villa Ready To Reward Defender After Man Utd Links: Why Are The Club Right?

  11-09-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Ready To Reward Defender After Man Utd Links: Why Are The Club Right?Aston Villa are in advanced talks over a new long-term contract for 24-year-old Ian Maatsen, according to an exclusive report from Football Insider transfer correspondent Pete O’Rourke on September 10. Villa want to improve the Netherlands international’s terms even though his current agreement runs until 2030.Maatsen has started all five matches this season, while his route into the regular side opened
  
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• Liverpool Are Keen On Recruiting This Bournemouth Winger: Should Iraola Go For Him?

  11-09-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Keen On Recruiting This Bournemouth Winger: Should Iraola Go For Him?Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, journalist Pete O’Rourke claimed that Liverpool are keen on recruiting Bournemouth winger Rayan. O’Rourke said,“There’s obvious links between Rayan and the Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola.“Iraola was at Bournemouth when they signed him, and obviously he made a massive impact there, he got seven goal contributions in 15 games which is pretty go
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms it: Liverpool star will not be forced out

  11-09-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms it: Liverpool star will not be forced outFabrizio Romano has spoken out on a very interesting situation at Liverpool. He says one Red will not be forced out - even if that's the club's plan.Liverpool have some business to get through ahead of the winter transfer window. After all, there's absolutely work to be done when that window opens - this isn't a complete squad.Midfield is the tallest order. Liverpool opted against signing anyone in the summer but sold Curtis Jones
  
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• “It was a bit of bitterness” – Alexis Mac Allister criticised for Liverpool contract outburst

  11-09-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “It was a bit of bitterness” – Alexis Mac Allister criticised for Liverpool contract outburstFormer Liverpool Star Aims Dig at Alexis Mac AllisterIt has been a busy week for everyone at Liverpool Football Club, but perhaps even more so for one figure. Alexis Mac Allister.After an impressive performance in Liverpool’s 2-0 win at Ipswich Town last week, Mac Allister took to the media ahead of the Reds’ Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid.The midfielder was dir
  
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• Kartal still Fenerbahce boss despite resigning

  11-09-2026 21:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kartal made more than 250 appearances for Fenerbahce during his playing career [Getty Images]Ismail Kartal remains head coach of Fenerbahce, despite saying he had resigned following Thursday's Champions League tie with Roma.Minutes after the 1-1 home draw, the 65-year-old said he planned never to return to the club he previously served as a player and assistant coach.But Fenerbahce president Aziz Yildirim later said in a statement on the Turkish club's website he had not accepted Kartal's resign
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur star finally ends summer transfer saga

  11-09-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur star finally ends summer transfer sagaLucas Bergvall Commits Future to Tottenham in Timely Contract BoostTottenham have moved to secure one of their most highly rated young players, with Lucas Bergvall signing a new long-term contract in a significant show of faith from the club and the player alike.The Sweden international had been open to leaving north London during the summer window after communicating his desire to move on to head coach Roberto De Zerbi. Interest arrived fr
  
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• Thiaw And Elanga To Start | 4-2-3-1 Newcastle United Predicted Lineup Vs Leeds United

  11-09-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thiaw And Elanga To Start | 4-2-3-1 Newcastle United Predicted Lineup Vs Leeds UnitedNewcastle United will lock horns with Leeds United at Elland Road on Monday night as they look to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Magpies earned a narrow 1-0 away at Millwall recently, so they would be full of confidence going into this game.Matthias Jaissle will opt for the 4-2-3-1 formation and is expected to make a few changes to his first XI for this clash. Malick Thiaw and Anthon
  
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• Min-Su Must Return | Predicted Rangers Lineup To Face Celtic In The League Cup

  11-09-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Min-Su Must Return | Predicted Rangers Lineup To Face Celtic In The League CupFollowing on-pitch clashes between fans after their Scottish Cup match in March, the weekend’s League Cup quarter-final between Rangers and Celtic will have no away supporters in the stadium. This should boost the Light Blues, who have been drawn to host their bitter rivals at Ibrox on Sunday afternoon.The Bhoys are in flying form, maintaining an emphatic winning streak in domestic competitions. Rangers have also
  
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• Father confirms his son has chosen to sign for Liverpool

  11-09-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Father confirms his son has chosen to sign for LiverpoolAn exciting South American decided to join Liverpool and his father has confirmed the decision.In the modern world, so many people have an influence over a transfer. We saw with how things unfolded with Yan Diomande.The Ivorian has confessed to being a Liverpool fan. At one point it seemed like he was open to joining the Reds. But then the influence of agents, multiple agents in fact came to the fore.First they pulled him towards Paris Sain
  
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• Hamburg set for major defensive reshuffle ahead of tough RB Leipzig test

  11-09-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hamburg set for major defensive reshuffle ahead of tough RB Leipzig testHamburg head coach Merlin Polzin has demanded a significantly improved response from his side against RB Leipzig after last weekend’s 5-0 humiliation at the hands of Mainz 05, with the Rothosen also forced into a defensive reshuffle following Sebastiaan Bornauw’s injury.Bornauw will miss Sunday’s Bundesliga away fixture with muscular problems sustained during the heavy home defeat to Mainz. His absence crea
  
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• Espart, Martin And Eric Garcia To Start | 4-2-3-1 Barcelona Predicted Lineup Vs Levante

  11-09-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Espart, Martin And Eric Garcia To Start | 4-2-3-1 Barcelona Predicted Lineup Vs LevanteBarcelona will face off against Levante at the Estadio Ciudad de Valencia this Saturday as they look to secure a good result on the road in La Liga. The Catalan club managed to secure a dominant 5-1 win over Feyenoord recently, which should keep them in good spirits ahead of this game.Hansi Flick will set his men up in a 4-2-3-1 formation and is expected to make a lot of changes to his first team for this clas
  
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• Brazilians named player of the month in La Liga and the Premier League 🏆

  11-09-2026 21:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brazilians named player of the month in La Liga and the Premier League 🏆Two of Europe’s top national leagues named Brazilians as the best players of the month for August this Friday (11).In La Liga, Raphinha was honored, while the Premier League chose João Pedro.Both were called up to the Brazilian National Team for the September FIFA international window and started the 2026/27 season in goal-scoring form.The Barcelona forward scored at least one goal in each of the team&rs
  
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• Three talking points ahead of Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano | La Liga MD 5

  11-09-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three talking points ahead of Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano | La Liga MD 5Real Madrid’s La Liga journey continues on Saturday night as they play host to Rayo Vallecano on Matchday 5 of the competition.Coming off a win over Inter Milan at the same venue, Real Madrid have bounced back strongly from their defeat against Real Betis last weekend.The fact of the matter, however, is that the team looked unconvincing against the Serie A champions despite winning and were lucky to be gifted both th
  
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• Silva And Guler To Start | 4-2-3-1 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup Vs Rayo Vallecano

  11-09-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Silva And Guler To Start | 4-2-3-1 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup Vs Rayo VallecanoReal Madrid will entertain Rayo Vallecano at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium this Saturday as they look to secure all three points at home in La Liga. Los Blancos managed to earn a hard-fought 2-1 win over Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League recently, which should give them a ton of confidence going into this clash.Jose Mourinho will set his players up in a 4-2-3-1 formation and is expected to make some changes t
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool cult hero agrees surprise deal

  11-09-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool cult hero agrees surprise dealA surprise move is on the cards for a Liverpool cult hero. It's an exciting transformation for the Reds. Liverpool are finally saying goodbye to the Richard Hughes era and exploring their options to appoint a new sporting director.In the interim Liverpool have also welcomed new minority owners. A consortium led by Amit Bhatia and backed by Jeff Bezos now owns 33% of the club.In the coming years, they could be gradually taking over
  
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• Lamine Yamal made history against Feyenoord with Barcelona captaincy

  11-09-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamine Yamal made history against Feyenoord with Barcelona captaincyAccording to SPORT, Lamine Yamal has broken another remarkable FC Barcelona record after wearing the captain’s armband before turning 20, becoming the youngest player to captain the club in a competitive match in the modern era.During the club’s Champions League meeting with Feyenoord, Lamine took over as captain after Raphinha was substituted, becoming the youngest player on record to wear the armband for the club o
  
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• ⏳ After 1,203(!) days: Schalke celebrate a Bundesliga goal again!

  11-09-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ⏳ After 1,203(!) days: Schalke celebrate a Bundesliga goal again!So far, Schalke’s away match at Union Berlin is going absolutely according to plan. The Royal Blues were clearly the better team in the opening phase. They looked solid at the back and kept creating dangerous chances going forward.It was only logical that they took the lead in the 25th minute. The goalscorer was, of all people, former Köpenick player Robin Gosens. The Germany international therefore chose not to ce
  
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• Moroccan official told to stop making 2030 final promise

  11-09-2026 20:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fouzi Lekjaa (left) with Fifa president Gianni Infantino during this summer's World Cup, which was co-hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico[Getty Images]Morocco's prime minister has told the head of the country's football federation to stop making promises about the 2030 World Cup final as Spain says they should stage it.The next men's World Cup will be co-hosted by Morocco, Spain and Portugal, although the opening three matches will be played in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay to mark the compet
  
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• Report: Liverpool must pay £75m to sign Premier League star

  11-09-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool must pay £75m to sign Premier League starAdam Wharton to Liverpool: Crystal Palace Set £75m Price as January Midfield Chase BuildsLiverpool’s midfield planning is already under renewed scrutiny and, if the latest reporting is accurate, Adam Wharton remains firmly in the frame. According to TeamTalk, Crystal Palace would seek at least £75 million to consider selling the England midfielder, with Anfield viewed as one of the leading possible destinations.Th
  
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• Paratici explains why Fiorentina sacked Grosso after 3 games: ‘No confidence in the team’

  11-09-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Paratici explains why Fiorentina sacked Grosso after 3 games: ‘No confidence in the team’Fiorentina sporting director Fabio Paratici has explained why the club took the decision to part ways with head coach Fabio Grosso after just three league matches of the 2026-27 season, claiming that the 2006 World Cup winner showed ‘no confidence’ in the team or the project.Fiorentina are in Serie A action away against Venezia on Friday evening. You can follow the action as it unfold
  
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• How to watch Sunderland vs Arsenal live: Stream, TV, team news, prediction

  11-09-2026 20:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Solid Sunderland face their stiffest test yet when Premier League champions Arsenal visit the Stadium of Light on Saturday.The 3pm ET kickoff sees the 1-1-1 Black Cats hoping to build momentum ahead of a long-sought European debut with AZ Alkmaar coming to Sunderland at midweek in the Europa League.WATCH — Sunderland v ArsenalRegis Le Bris' team hasn't exactly faced a gauntlet of top foes. After losing to Ipswich Town in Week 1, they beat Fulham and drew Brentford before beating Hull City
  
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• Report: Manchester United considering move for £60m-rated Premier League star

  11-09-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Manchester United considering move for £60m-rated Premier League starManchester United Eye Adrien Truffert as Left-Back Plans Gather PaceManchester United’s search for a new left-back appears to be sharpening, with the TeamTalk reporting that Bournemouth defender Adrien Truffert is firmly on the club’s radar. The 24-year-old has been identified as a serious option as United assess how best to strengthen a problematic area of the squad.The report states that United are &
  
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• Hull City fined £30,000 over discriminatory chanting during Chelsea FA Cup tie

  11-09-2026 20:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull City have been fined £30,000 over discriminatory chanting during an FA Cup game against Chelsea earlier this year.The Football Association charge relates to homophobic chanting during their 4-0 defeat to the London side in February. The club have also been issued with an action plan by the independent regulatory commission.In a statement, the club warned their fans not to engage in further discriminatory chanting during their Premier Leaguematch against Chelsea atStamford Bridge on Sa
  
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• Anderson And Ndiaye To Start | 4-2-3-1 Manchester City Predicted Lineup Vs Manchester United

  11-09-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Anderson And Ndiaye To Start | 4-2-3-1 Manchester City Predicted Lineup Vs Manchester UnitedManchester City will face off against Manchester United at Old Trafford this Sunday as they look to secure a good result in the Manchester derby. The Mancunian giants managed to secure a solid 2-0 win over Porto recently, which should keep them in good spirits going into this game.Enzo Maresca will set his men up in a 4-2-3-1 formation and is expected to make some tweaks to his starting XI for this clash.
  
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• €50m star could be on his way to Liverpool, he's incredible

  11-09-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  €50m star could be on his way to Liverpool, he's incredibleLiverpool are reportedly in the running for a €50m signing. An incredible talent could be on his way to Liverpool.Liverpool are building their transfer plans for 2027 and there's certainly work to be done. The squad left by Richard Hughes is missing key components and even the short-term future looks unclear in areas.One of those areas is centre-back. Liverpool currently have five senior options at the club but all have some de
  
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• Crystal Palace v Ipswich Town: Key stats and talking points

  11-09-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BBC Sport examines some of the key themes before Saturday's match between Crystal Palaceand Ipswich (15:00 BST), with newly promoted Town hoping to avoid a third consecutive defeat. Mitchell making his markCrystal Palace earned their first Premier League win under Pierre Sage by beating Fulham 3-2 last weekend, but the head coach was notably magnanimous afterwards, admitting he was "disappointed for the other team and the coach, they had opportunities too".He was at it again following Tuesday's
  
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• Chelsea v Hull City: Key stats and talking points

  11-09-2026 20:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea have hosted Hull City 18 times in the league without ever losing, a club record for both sides.However, the unbeaten visitors currently sit one place above Chelsea, who could go five home league games without a win against newly promoted opposition for the first time since 1948.Potent but porousWith 26 goals in their five matches, Chelsea have been anything but dull – not that manager Xabi Alonso would mind that. "We want to have better balance, to be more solid, to be able to win
  
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• Barcelona emerge as Europe’s most prolific attacking force in 2026/27

  11-09-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona emerge as Europe’s most prolific attacking force in 2026/27FC Barcelona’s start to the 2026/27 campaign has been nothing short of sensational. The Catalans have played five matches in all competitions, winning each of them, maintaining a 100% record so far.What has been an even bigger standout aspect of their game has been their goalscoring spree.So far, the Blaugrana have netted 17 goals across their first four La Liga fixtures, the third-best start in the club’s his
  
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• Real Madrid star Huijsen credits Mourinho for improved form in new season: ‘He supports me a lot’

  11-09-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star Huijsen credits Mourinho for improved form in new season: ‘He supports me a lot’Real Madrid will be looking to get back to winning ways in LaLiga as they take on Rayo Vallecano on Saturday.The club are coming on the back of a 1-0 defeat to Real Betis last weekend but did secure a narrow win over Inter Milan in the midweek Champions League fixture.Heading into this game, Dean Huijsen, who has been showing a lot of promise in these early parts of the season, spoke to t
  
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