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• Confirmed line-ups for León v Rayados, matchday 5

  22-08-2026 02:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed line-ups for León v Rayados, matchday 5The ball will roll in Liga MX, and everything is ready for León to host Monterrey’s Rayados on Matchday 5.
  Although the tournament is still young, it features two of the teams currently in the best form. Both squads performed well in the Leagues Cup and in domestic competition, and both León and Monterrey come into this match on the back of two straight wins.La Fiera’s XIRayados’ XIOne of the best matchups of
  
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• Official: Napoli sign Badiashile in potential €23m transfer from Chelsea

  22-08-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Napoli sign Badiashile in potential €23m transfer from ChelseaNapoli have officially announced their signing of centre-back Benoit Badiashile on loan with an option to buy from Chelsea in a deal that could cost the Partenopei an eventual €23m.Official: Badiashile joins Napoli from Chelsea“Napoli announced that it has acquired the sporting rights to the player Benoit Badiashile from Chelsea on a temporary basis with a permanent option,” read a statement on the club
  
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• Manchester United target Alejandro Balde decides to leave Barcelona

  22-08-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United target Alejandro Balde decides to leave BarcelonaManchester United have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Barcelona star Alejandro Balde. According to Jijantes, Balde has taken the decision to leave the Catalan club. His agent Jorge Mendes is reportedly working to find him a new club before the end of the summer transfer window. Balde was instrumental in Barcelona’s success last season. He made 42 appearances across all competitions, helping his side
  
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• Akanji: ‘Inter have a better squad now, Stones is a great friend’

  22-08-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Akanji: ‘Inter have a better squad now, Stones is a great friend’Manuel Akanji is reunited with his former Manchester City teammate John Stones at Inter ahead of the season opener with Monza. ‘He’s one of my great friends.’It kicks off at San Siro at 17.30 UK time (18.30 CEST).You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens from today’s four Serie A games on the Liveblog.The Nerazzurri won the Scudetto and Coppa Italia last season for the Domestic Dou
  
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• Inter-Monza XIs: Diouf and Pio Esposito start!

  22-08-2026 17:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter-Monza XIs: Diouf and Pio Esposito start!Inter and Monza kick off the 2026/2027 Serie A season in a match featuring the champions and a newly promoted side.
  INTER XIMONZA XIMonza's XI: Pizzignacco; Kouadio, Lucchesi, Carboni; Birindelli, Ondoa, Mout, Bakoune; Colpani, Varela, Mangas.This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
  
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• Man Utd 'didn't look ready' - but hurting Carrick remains calm

  22-08-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick [Getty Images]Manchester United's fans had endured a bad enough day on the banks of the River Humber when Hull City's stadium announcer gleefully piped up midway through the second half.He had "an important announcement" for them. Two trains back to Manchester from the city centre station had been cancelled. The roar from the home fans matched that for their side's two first-half goals that sealed a first ever top-flight win over United - and first in
  
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• ✅ Inter v Monza and Udinese v Como, team news on Lautaro, Paz, Stones 👀

  22-08-2026 17:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ✅ Inter v Monza and Udinese v Como, team news on Lautaro, Paz, Stones 👀Inter, the reigning Italian champions, begin the new season by hosting Monza, back in Serie A, at San Siro. Chivu’s side start as strong favorites to win the title, also thanks to the reinforcements brought in during the transfer window, adding to a team that in recent years has shown solidity and great quality in possession. This season, the coach will also be able to count on the arrivals of Spence, Ston
  
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• Serie A official line-ups: Inter vs. Monza

  22-08-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A official line-ups: Inter vs. MonzaLautaro Martinez starts on his birthday amid Barcelona speculation, as Inter begin the defence of their Serie A title by hosting new boys Monza.It kicks off at San Siro at 17.30 UK time (18.30 CEST).You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens from today’s four Serie A games on the Liveblog.MILAN, ITALY – MAY 17: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of FC Internazionale Milano, poses for a photo with the Coppa Campioni d’Italia and Co
  
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• Real Madrid veteran superstar sets a key objective for himself this season

  22-08-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid veteran superstar sets a key objective for himself this seasonAt 34, Thibaut Courtois is entering his ninth season as a Real Madrid player and has set himself a new objective: winning his fourth Zamora Trophy, which would put him in an exclusive group of goalkeepers.Indeed, according to AS, the Real Madrid goalkeeper is aiming to become La Liga’s least-beaten goalkeeper again – a feat he has not achieved it since the 2019-20 season.Special companyIf he succeeds, Courtois
  
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• Serie A Liveblog: Inter-Monza, Udinese-Como, Genoa-Napoli, Parma-Cagliari

  22-08-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A Liveblog: Inter-Monza, Udinese-Como, Genoa-Napoli, Parma-CagliariThis page will update live with the latest relevant news, no need to refresh the page!Join us for all the build-up and action as it happens from the first Serie A games of the season, Inter-Monza, Udinese-Como, Genoa-Napoli and Parma-Cagliari.We begin the 2026/27 campaign with two fixtures at 17.30 UK time (18.30 CEST), as reigning Champions of Italy Inter host newly promoted Monza in a local derby, while last year’s
  
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• Report: Newcastle United and Aston Villa in talks to sign Bayern Munich star

  22-08-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United and Aston Villa in talks to sign Bayern Munich starLeon Goretzka to Newcastle? Talks Held as Premier League Move Emerges as Top ChoiceNewcastle United are among the clubs to have held talks over a move for Leon Goretzka, with the experienced Germany international emerging as one of the most eye-catching free agents available this summer. According to TeamTalk, Aston Villa are also in discussions as the 31-year-old weighs up where to take the next step in his career.What
  
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• Official: Lazio sign Croatia international Sutalo from Ajax

  22-08-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Lazio sign Croatia international Sutalo from AjaxLazio have officially announced their signing of Croatia international defender Josip Sutalo from Ajax on a season-long loan with an option to buy.Official: Lazio announce Sutalo from Ajax“Lazio announced that it has acquired the sporting rights for the player Josip Sutalo on a temporary basis from Ajax with an option for a permanent signing,” the club confirmed in a short statement.AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – SEPTEMBER 17
  
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• Aston Villa, Benfica make enquiry for Barcelona full-back who accepts exit fate – report

  22-08-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa, Benfica make enquiry for Barcelona full-back who accepts exit fate – reportAlejandro Balde’s future at FC Barcelona has been generating plenty of speculation throughout the summer transfer window. As already reported, the coaching staff led by manager Hansi Flick had doubts about the 22-year-old. But the player and his representatives insisted that he had no intention of leaving the La Liga champions.However, with the transfer window approaching its final stretch, the si
  
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• Find out what CR7 needs to hit 1,000 goals in 2026

  22-08-2026 17:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Find out what CR7 needs to hit 1,000 goals in 2026At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo remains in pursuit of one of the most iconic milestones in football history: goal number 1,000. After returning to action in the Saudi League and finding the net in Al-Nassr’s 4-0 win over Al-Riyadh, the Portuguese forward reached 977 career goals, leaving him just 23 away from the target.In an attempt to reach the milestone later this year, the star could have as many as 29 matches left to play for club and country
  
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• Atletico Madrid manager comments on Barcelona target Alvarez: ‘People are trying to create conflict’

  22-08-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid manager comments on Barcelona target Alvarez: ‘People are trying to create conflict’Even as the summer transfer window enters its final stretch, Julian Alvarez continues to harbour hopes of a move away from Atletico Madrid to FC Barcelona.However, so far, the Rojiblancos have made it abundantly clear that they will not entertain any offers for the Argentine international, particularly from the Blaugrana.Alvarez did not play in Atletico Madrid’s first game of the
  
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• Liverpool given enormous boost in bid to seal £100m PSG forward deal

  22-08-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool given enormous boost in bid to seal £100m PSG forward dealLiverpool are chasing a couple of winger deals before the window closes on September 1. The Reds have been without sufficient options ever since Mohamed Salah left on a free transfer for Trabzonspor.Sporting director Richard Hughes and head coach Andoni Iraola are now taking steps to redress that balance before the transfer deadline.Barcola wanted by LiverpoolIt’s no secret that Bradley Barcola is the No1 target. Liv
  
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• 💣 Juve double swoop, Inter eye Martinelli, Poku to Fiorentina 🤏🤑

  22-08-2026 17:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣 Juve double swoop, Inter eye Martinelli, Poku to Fiorentina 🤏🤑Serie A is back. The league is ready to get underway again with new and exciting challenges: opening the new season are the Italian champions Inter, who will face Monza at 18:30 at San Siro. At the same time, Cesc Fabregas’ Como will also take the field away at Udine.Then tonight it’s time for Genoa-Napoli, with Allegri’s first official match as the Azzurri’s new coach, and Parma-Cagli
  
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• Milan have clear asking price as Nkunku says yes to RB Leipzig transfer

  22-08-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan have clear asking price as Nkunku says yes to RB Leipzig transferThe latest updates in Italy claim that Christopher Nkunku has ‘said yes’ to the idea of returning to his former club RB Leipzig and that Milan will be seeking a fee of up to €35m to send the Frenchman out on loan with an option or potential obligation to buy.Nkunku ‘says yes’ to Leipzig return from MilanNkunku is considered surplus to requirements under newly-appointed Milan head coach Ruben Amori
  
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• Report: Liverpool ready to bid again for top transfer target

  22-08-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool ready to bid again for top transfer targetLiverpool Transfer News: Reds Ready Fresh Yankuba Minteh BidLiverpool appear determined to test Brighton and Hove Albion again over Yankuba Minteh, with the winger emerging as a significant target during the closing stages of the summer transfer window.According to the Daily Mail, Liverpool are expected to return with another offer after Brighton rejected bids of £50million and £60million for the 22-year-old. The Seagulls ar
  
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• Bruno Fernandes hits out at "same mistakes" costing Manchester United

  22-08-2026 16:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bruno Fernandes lambasted Manchester United for making the 'same mistakes' once again in an away game as they suffered a shock 2-0 defeat at new boys Hull City in their opening game of the new Premier League campaign. United conceded twice from set pieces in the first half and never recovered, as they were sloppy and Michael Carrick's side gave the ball away so cheaply in midfield. Speaking after the game, Fernandes didn't mince his words and pointed to being poor on the ball as the main problem
  
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• Bruno Fernandes hits out at 'same mistakes' costing Manchester United

  22-08-2026 16:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bruno Fernandes lambasted Manchester United for making the 'same mistakes' once again in an away game as they suffered a shock 2-0 defeat at new boys Hull City in their opening game of the new Premier League campaign. United conceded twice from set pieces in the first half and never recovered, as they were sloppy and Michael Carrick's side gave the ball away so cheaply in midfield. Speaking after the game, Fernandes didn't mince his words and pointed to being poor on the ball as the main problem
  
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• 📈 Sunderland star breaks decade-long curse with equaliser at Ipswich

  22-08-2026 16:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📈 Sunderland star breaks decade-long curse with equaliser at IpswichSunderland needed a moment of magic in their Premier League opener against Ipswich Town, and Nilson Angulo delivered exactly that.
  Approaching half-time at Portman Road, the Black Cats were trailing the newly promoted side after an opening goal from Emersonn.However, a little over five minutes before the break, Angulo ended a decade-long Sunderland curse to put them back on level terms.To put it simply - he sco
  
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• Hull City 2-0 Man Utd: What Jakirovic and Ajayi said

  22-08-2026 16:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull City manager Sergej Jakirovic, speaking to BBC Match of the Day: "It means a lot, we were organised, and it was very good for us. "The players stick to a tactical plan. We suffer because we play against Manchester United but we punished the opponent. "We are one year together, we had three new guys and, all together, they looked like a team there and in the end we succeeded."On how pleased he was with the team: "We had a lot of problems because we made four substitutions in our defensive li
  
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• Sarr not in Palace squad amid Galatasaray interest

  22-08-2026 16:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Ismaila Sarr is not in the Crystal Palace squad for the match against Everton after the forward complained of a groin issue amid interest from Turkish side Galatasaray.Sources have told BBC Sport that Sarr has not trained for the last two days.Crystal Palace do not want to sell their star forward who scored 21 goals in all competitions last season as the Eagles won the Community Shield and the Conference League.Before Palace's Premier League opener, Pierre Sage said: "Two days ago,
  
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• Shambolic Man United exposed by a familiar mistake in stunning Hull loss

  22-08-2026 16:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Football, bloody Hull, to misquote Sir Alex Ferguson. The first shock of the season came on the banks of the Humber and at the expense of Ferguson’s former club. Inspired for half a season under Michael Carrick, Manchester United were insipid at the beginning of his first full campaign in charge. “Bitterly disappointed,” he said as Hull showed their capacity for surprises was not confined to an unexpected promotion.This was spectacular stuff from Sergey Jakirovic’s team a
  
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• League One & Two: Skipp sent off as 10-man Leicester trail 2-0 in nightmare start

  22-08-2026 16:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Live coverage of 23 matches across League One & TwoLeague One: Leicester have Oliver Skipp sent off after going 2-0 down at home to BurtonBromley level with Cambridge in their first-ever third tier home matchAlso Wimbledon v Reading; MK Dons v Huddersfield; Peterborough v Mansfield; Stevenage v Oxford; Stockport v Blackpool; Wigan v Orient; Wycombe v PlymouthLuton and Notts Co share spoils in 2-2 draw and Doncaster & Barnsley play out goalless draw in lunchtime kick-offsLeague Two: Aaron
  
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• Villa close to signing Germany midfielder Goretzka

  22-08-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leon Goretzka also played for Bochum and Schalke in Germany before moving to Bayern Munich in 2018 [Getty Images]Aston Villa are close to signing Germany international Leon Goretzka on a free transfer. The midfielder is available after leaving Bayern Munich in the summer and Villa have held positive talks with the 31-year-old.Boss Unai Emery has been looking to boost his midfield options with Amadou Onana out until next year with a knee injury he suffered with Belgium at the World Cup. They had
  
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• Where to watch Serie A in UK, USA, Canada and Australia in 2026-27

  22-08-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Where to watch Serie A in UK, USA, Canada and Australia in 2026-27The 2026-27 Serie A season is upon us! If you are wondering where to watch the live action from the Italian top flight this year, here is everything supporters in the UK, USA, Canada and Australia need to know.Reigning champions Inter begin their title defence away against Monza at 17.30 BST on Saturday afternoon, with Udinese vs. Como kicking off at the same time. Massimiliano Allegri will begin his reign as Napoli head coach wit
  
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• Spalletti: ‘Juventus ambitious, Vicario and Kolo Muani start tomorrow’

  22-08-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spalletti: ‘Juventus ambitious, Vicario and Kolo Muani start tomorrow’Luciano Spalletti confirms Randal Kolo Muani and Guglielmo Vicario will start for Juventus against Frosinone. ‘There are seven or eight teams who can challenge for the top four.’It kicks off at the Stadio Stirpe on Sunday at 17.30 UK time (18.30 CEST).The Bianconeri had a bit of a mixed bag in pre-season, after missing out on Champions League qualification, but are still revamping the squad this late in
  
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• Can Pocognoli afford to continue McBurnie's Scotland exile?

  22-08-2026 16:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Oli McBurnie was Hull City's play-off hero in May's promotion-clinching final, scoring a 95th-minute winner against Middlesbrough [Getty Images]It was only four days after Oli McBurnie had received confirmation he would not be going to the World Cup with Scotland that he secured Hull City's Premier League return.With 95 minutes on the clock at Wembley, the 30-year-old striker hooked in a 19th goal of the season in the six-yard box to break Middlesbrough hearts.The pain he was enduring about his
  
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