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• Celtic & Scotland legend McGrain diagnosed with Alzheimer's

  15-09-2026 15:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Danny McGrain, described by Celtic as "Scotland's greatest-ever full-back", has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, his family has confirmed.Speaking to the club's website, wife Laraine McGrain said she wanted to explain why the 76-year-old had become less involved with the Scottish champions and their fans."Danny received this diagnosis some time ago and, as time has moved on, we felt it was right to be open and clear," she said. "Danny has always loved helping supporters - whether through
  
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• Galliani idea if Malago removed as FIGC President over irregularity

  24-09-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Galliani idea if Malago removed as FIGC President over irregularityIf Giovanni Malagò is removed as FIGC President over an election irregularity, then ex-Milan and Monza CEO Adriano Galliani is emerging as a possible replacement.The June election was a landslide decision, but could be voided over a lawyer’s appeal noting that at the time Malagò was not a registered member of the Italian Football Federation.CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, ITALY – MARCH 05: Giovanni Malago, Pres
  
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• Real Madrid accept there are issues with the team while maintaining stance on refereeing

  24-09-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid accept there are issues with the team while maintaining stance on refereeingSeveral days have now passed since the derby at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano, but the anger at Real Madrid has not subsided. Coming out of the 2-1 derby defeat, Real Madrid want to make it clear that they believe Ortiz Arias’s refereeing should be the main focus when analysing the match.As reported earlier today, the Spanish capital club are shocked by the refereeing in Spain as they strongly believe th
  
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• Irow's goalscoring form impressing Plymouth boss

  24-09-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Oliver Irow has scored three goals in his past two Plymouth Argyle appearances[Shutterstock]Plymouth Argyle boss Tom Cleverley says he has been impressed with the impact Tottenham Hotspur youngster Oliver Irow has made on his side.The 20-year-old winger has scored three goals in his past two matches for the League One side. "He's really confident, he really believes in himself that he can impact the games," Cleverley told BBC Radio Devon. "He knows that the lads and the fans and the staff have a
  
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• Can Marink Reedijk bring his magic touch to Hibs?

  24-09-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Can Marink Reedijk bring his magic touch to Hibs?Hibernian have announced that Marink Reedijk will be their next manager. Hibs announced the appointment of the former Beveren man this afternoon, with Reedijk having signed a deal with Hibs, although the club did not reveal how long the contract was for. Reedijk takes over a Hibs side that sit down in 10th, having won just two of their opening seen games to start the season. Reedijk becomes the latest manager to leave Belgium for Scotland, joining
  
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• Alaba on Udinese welcome: ‘I can’t wait to get started’

  24-09-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alaba on Udinese welcome: ‘I can’t wait to get started’David Alaba has signed his Udinese contract and delivered his first message to supporters, via the club’s official Instagram account.“Hello Udinese fans, thank you so much for the warm welcome, I can’t wait to get started. Let’s do this together, Forza Udinese!”Official: David Alaba joins Udinese (@udinesecalcio via X)Alaba signs for Udinese until JuneThe deal runs to 30 June, tying the 34-year
  
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• How do you feel about Newcastle's start to the season?

  24-09-2026 16:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][BBC]As we enter the season's first international break, we want to hear your thoughts on the opening five games in the Premier League.It was a frantic summer and start to the season on Tyneside, as the Eddie Howe era ended and Matthias Jaissle joined amid a flurry of player exits and arrivals. Jaissle began with an encouraging draw against Liverpool but the 4-1 defeat at Leeds United was a sore one for everyone connected with the club. He has picked up two wins and another draw in the othe
  
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• How do you feel about Forest's start to the season?

  24-09-2026 16:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][BBC]As we enter the season's first international break, we want to hear your thoughts on the opening five games in the Premier League.It has been a mixed start to life under Oliver Glasner for Nottingham Forest, with one win, two draws and two losses from his first five matches in charge.The optimism bought by the impressive win at Aston Villa has been somewhat dampened by Saturday's disappointing home defeat by promoted Coventry City.Glasner plays a back three and it might be taking some
  
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• How do you feel about Man City's start and life under Maresca?

  24-09-2026 16:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][BBC]As we enter the season's first international break, we want to hear your thoughts on the opening five games of the Premier League.Manchester City have enjoyed a perfect start to life under Enzo Maresca, winning five out of his first five league matches and they will spend the three-week break at the top of the table - three points clear of last season's champions Arsenal.However, conceding three to Brian Brobbey in Sunday's chaotic 5-3 win over Sunderland showed improvements can be mad
  
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• How do you feel about Leeds' start to the season?

  24-09-2026 16:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][BBC]As we enter the season's first international break, we want to hear your thoughts on the opening five games of the Premier League.Leeds have yet to be beaten in the league as Daniel Farke's men make a good start in their bid to solidify their place in the top flight. Two wins and three draws mean Leeds sit fifth and feeling buoyant about the campaign ahead.Farke's side were knocked out of the Carabao Cup, but the Whites look like a side capable of giving any team in the Premier League
  
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• Hansi Flick calls up four reserve-team players for Barcelona training today

  24-09-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick calls up four reserve-team players for Barcelona training todayFC Barcelona continued to train this morning even as a large part of the squad is away on international duty. On Wednesday, manager Hansi Flick decided to hold a joint training session between the first-team and Barça Atletic players.But, SPORT reports that unlike yesterday, today’s session was a more intimate one, with only a few players from the reserve team getting called up.Indeed, Flick worked with just
  
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• 👀 Lamine Yamal on the Ballon d'Or: few bring as much joy as me

  24-09-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👀 Lamine Yamal on the Ballon d'Or: few bring as much joy as meThe young star Lamine Yamal spoke in depth about his football philosophy and explained the reasons that make him a unique candidate to win the Ballon d'Or.Creating emotions through entertainmentFor the talented forward, the top individual award should reward magic on the pitch. "I think there are very few players in European football right now who bring people as much joy watching them as I do. The Ballon d'Or is also about be
  
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• Premier League provide update on EFL talks over ‘long-term’ funding

  24-09-2026 16:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Premier League has restated its desire to wrap up a ‘New Deal’ with the EFL as soon as possible, which would mean solidarity payments to the 72 EFL clubs more than doubling.The 10-year offer was presented to EFL clubs last week after discussions between the leagues at executive level.Documents show that it includes an undertaking to increase solidarity payments to the EFL by £163m a year by 2028-29, more than double the current estimate of £134m. The deal also pledges
  
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• Drinking at football matches - would fans welcome it?

  24-09-2026 16:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The law permits supporters at stadiums from the Premier League to National League to drink alcohol outside the ground and in concourses, but not in their seats [Getty Images]When UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham embarked on his trip to the United Nations in New York, he might not have been expecting a question about football fans drinking alcohol in grounds.Burnham firmly believes the law that prevents supporters from having a beer at their seat during a match is outdated. It's a position the Ever
  
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• Exclusive | Michael Owen: ‘Kylian Mbappé has a big chance to win the Ballon d’Or.’

  24-09-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Exclusive | Michael Owen: ‘Kylian Mbappé has a big chance to win the Ballon d’Or.’Speaking exclusively to Get French Football News, former Liverpool and England striker – and Ballon d’Or winner – Michael Owen gave his thoughts on who might win this year’s accolade, as well as talking about former Real Madrid teammate and new France manager Zinédine Zidane. You won the Ballon d’Or in 2001. The campaigning for this year&r
  
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• Xavi Espart reflects on breakthrough season at Barcelona: ‘I’m living a dream’

  24-09-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Xavi Espart reflects on breakthrough season at Barcelona: ‘I’m living a dream’FC Barcelona have unearthed yet another gem from La Masia with Xavi Espart emerging as the latest breakthrough prospect from the club’s famed academy.While the teenager already made his first-team debut last season, it is in the ongoing season that he has taken a step further and established himself as a regular starter.Indeed, Espart earned his place in the first-team squad during pre-season an
  
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• Report: €65m-rated Bundesliga defender would be willing to give green light to Barcelona move

  24-09-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: €65m-rated Bundesliga defender would be willing to give green light to Barcelona moveAccording to reports relayed by SPORT, RB Leipzig centre-back Castello Lukeba is back on FC Barcelona’s radar. The French defender wanted to leave the Bundesliga last summer, but ultimately did not receive an offer that interested him. However, now he would now be willing to give Barça the green light if the Catalan club were to make a move in January or next June.As per the report, Bar
  
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• Real Madrid players face personalised training schedules during international break

  24-09-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid players face personalised training schedules during international breakJose Mourinho has no intention of allowing the international break to become a simple period of recovery for Real Madrid.According to MARCA, the Portuguese coach plans to use the two-week pause as an opportunity to assess and prepare his players on an individual basis.As such, there will be no single training programme at Valdebebas, with workloads tailored to the needs of each member of the squad.The players were
  
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• Frosinone set asking price for Roma target Kvernadze

  24-09-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Frosinone set asking price for Roma target KvernadzeFrosinone want at least €25m for Giorgi Kvernadze, and have no intention of letting him go in January, despite rumours linking him with a move to Roma.According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, via Calciomercato.it, that is the figure the Ciociari have placed on the winger, whose contract runs to June 2028. The length of that deal gives them the leverage to hold out, and the club’s position is that a sale before the summer is unlikely reg
  
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• Forgotten Italy talent Pellegri eyes Serie A comeback after returning to Torino training

  24-09-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Forgotten Italy talent Pellegri eyes Serie A comeback after returning to Torino trainingForgotten Italy talent Pietro Pellegri is back in training with Torino after a series of injury nightmares, and is reportedly hoping to make his mark in Serie A once domestic football returns after the international break.Pellegri eyes Serie A return after injury nightmarePellegri, 25, was once tipped for great things after becoming the youngest ever Serie A debutant at the time of his first Genoa appearance,
  
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• Elliot sticking to guns in search of Carlisle upturn

  24-09-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Carlisle is the third club that Rob Elliot has been in charge of, after Gateshead and Crawley[Getty Images]Head coach Rob Elliot says he is not going to move away from what he believes in as he tries to get Carlisle United's season moving in the right direction.The Blues are winless in four games and have only won two out of nine since Elliot joined the club in the summer from Gateshead.A dispiriting 1-0 loss at Eastleigh has them 16th in the National League, only two points above the relegation
  
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• What awaits new Hibs boss Reedijk?

  24-09-2026 15:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Marink Reedijk will be eager to begin imprinting his attacking vision for Hibs when he whisks the squad off to a Spanish training camp in the coming days.The 35-year-old Dutchman has become the youngest manager in the Scottish Premiership, taking the mantle from Motherwell's Alfred Johansson, 36.And while predecessors David Gray and Nick Montgomery were both head coaches, Reedijk is the first Hibs boss since Lee Johnson to have the title of manager. A significant tweak hinting at greater in
  
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• Mainoo 'brilliant' but Rashford 'can do better'

  24-09-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Kobbie Mainoo has been the standout performer for Manchester United so far this season, says former Red Devils striker Fraizer Campbell.He told BBC Radio Manchester: "He's the only one who I think could say, 'look, I'm doing my bit here and I need you lot to help me out a little bit'."Meanwhile, Campbell also believes that Marcus Rashford deserves more patience - the 28-year-old has made six appearances so far this campaign but has recorded no goals or assists yet."I'm hearing a lo
  
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• Report: Chelsea considering shock move for Manchester City star

  24-09-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Chelsea considering shock move for Manchester City starChelsea Transfer Interest in Abdukodir Khusanov Grows Ahead of January WindowChelsea are understood to be tracking Abdukodir Khusanov as the club assesses defensive options ahead of January, with Caught Offside reporting that the Manchester City centre-back is firmly on the radar.The 22-year-old is described as a player of potential and one whose situation bears watching over the coming months. As reported, Chelsea are “keeping
  
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• Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos unequivocal on his pick for Ballon d’Or: ‘Kylian Mbappe’

  24-09-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos unequivocal on his pick for Ballon d’Or: ‘Kylian Mbappe’Speaking at an event in Portugal, former Real Madrid defender, club legend and ambassador Roberto Carlos made his preference for the 2026 Ballon d’Or.The 2002 World Cup winner, widely regarded as one of the greatest left-backs in football history, Carlos answered a few questions from AS during the event.And, on being asked who should win the Ballon d’Or this year, his answer wa
  
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• Unanswered questions for English teams after Women's Champions League returns

  24-09-2026 15:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Last season's top scorer Ewa Pajor of Barcelona scored twice on the opening night while Mariona Caldentey converted a late penalty to hand Arsenal victory [BBC]The Women's Champions League returned this week and with it came a host of unanswered questions for the ambitious English trio involved.Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City all have designs on winning the competition and, on the face of it, got their campaigns off to solid starts.Arsenal and Chelsea both have three points after narrow hom
  
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• Milan send scouts to Rome to watch Romano’s Italy debut

  24-09-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan send scouts to Rome to watch Romano’s Italy debutAlessandro Romano is widely expected to earn his Italy debut when the Azzurri take on Belgium in the Nations League on Friday evening, and the latest reports claim that Milan have sent scouts to watch the former Switzerland youth international at the Stadio Olimpico.Report: Milan scouts will watch Romano during Italy vs. BelgiumIt has been a rapid rise to the top for Romano, who joined Cagliari from Roma during the summer transfer wind
  
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• Is this really the Premier League's 'Bermuda Triangle'?

  24-09-2026 15:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How do Brentford, Brighton and Bournemouth fare against the 'big six'?[Getty Images]It's the place where points are lost and never to be seen again, according to a popular social media meme.Draw a line from Brighton to Bournemouth to Brentford and back down to Brighton again and you will have formed the Premier League's very own "Bermuda Triangle".Those three clubs have developed a reputation for taking points off the traditional Big Six - Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester
  
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• 'Signs of promise and growth' or 'very naive'? Fans on season so far

  24-09-2026 15:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked you to rate Fulham's start to the Premier League season and tell us what Alvaro Arbeloa should be focusing on during the extended international break.Here are some of your comments:Tom: It's been a bad start, there's no getting away from that. The three games after the international break are massive; seven points from them and suddenly we can start to look forward to another good season. But, if we keep making defensive mistakes, conceding late and losing by the odd
  
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• Unanswered questions for English teams as Women's Champions League returns

  24-09-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Last season's top scorer Ewa Pajor of Barcelona scored twice on the opening night while Mariona Caldentey converted a late penalty to hand Arsenal victory [BBC]The Women's Champions League returned this week and with it came a host of unanswered questions for the ambitious English trio involved.Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City all have designs on winning the competition and, on the face of it, got their campaigns off to solid starts.Arsenal and Chelsea both have three points after narrow hom
  
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