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• Dixon-Bonner & Santos depart QPR

  30-07-2026 16:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Elijah Dixon-Bonner did not play a league game for QPR last season [Getty Images]QPR midfielder Elijah Dixon-Bonner has left the club and Brazilian full-back Hevertton Santos has joined Bulgarian side Levski Sofia.Dixon-Bonner, 25, made 34 appearances in all competitions for the R's during his four seasons with the club. However he spent a significant portion of that time out on loan including spells at Morecambe and Wealdstone last season.Santos, also 25, had loan spells with Portuguese clubs V
  
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• Vinícius Suspension Puts Real Madrid’s Clásico Plans at Risk

  12-10-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vinícius Suspension Puts Real Madrid’s Clásico Plans at RiskReal Madrid are reportedly planning to challenge Vinícius Júnior’s red card, although accounts differ over the club’s expectations of success and the length of a likely suspension. Sports Mole, citing Marca, report that the club intends to appeal after the forward was sent off following a VAR review of his hair pull on Villarreal defender Nathan Saliba. AS, however, say Real Madrid sees litt
  
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• Real Madrid confident of signing Manchester United prodigy JJ Gabriel

  12-10-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid confident of signing Manchester United prodigy JJ GabrielReal Madrid are confident of signing Manchester United youngster JJ Gabriel, per Spanish outlet Diario AS.Gabriel made headlines after he asked to leave United and requested his registration be cancelled.The Premier League giants want to keep hold of their player and have reportedly offered him a scholarship contract.But it is increasingly likely the teenager will leave to join another club.Gabriel’s situation has alerted
  
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• Villarreal captain defends referee after Vinicius red card and takes swipe at Mourinho: ‘He did that with us at Tottenham too’

  12-10-2026 09:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Villarreal captain defends referee after Vinicius red card and takes swipe at Mourinho: ‘He did that with us at Tottenham too’Villarreal captain Juan Foyth has defended referee Isidro Diaz de Mera Escuderos following the controversy surrounding Vinicius Jr.’s red card in Real Madrid’s 1-0 victory. The Argentine defender believes the official handled a difficult match well and considers the decision to dismiss the Brazilian correct under the rules.The result was overs
  
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• Premier League Clubs keep tabs on French international attacker

  12-10-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League Clubs keep tabs on French international attackerEverton Transfer News: Esteban Lepaul Emerges as Leading January Striker TargetEverton’s search for more punch in attack appears to have taken them back across the Channel, with TEAMtalk reporting that Rennes striker Esteban Lepaul has become a serious name in the club’s thinking ahead of January.There is a familiar rhythm to this kind of story at Goodison Park. A forward catches fire abroad, scouts circle, rivals hover a
  
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• Confirmed: Liverpool star will miss Brentford clash

  12-10-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Liverpool star will miss Brentford clashRyan Gravenberch Suspension Leaves Liverpool Short for Brentford TripLiverpool will be without Ryan Gravenberch for the Premier League trip to Brentford, with the midfielder set to serve a one-match suspension after his sending-off against Manchester City. The update was confirmed by Liverpoolfc.com, and it hands Andoni Iraola an early selection issue ahead of a potentially awkward away fixture.Gravenberch’s absence means he will miss next
  
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• Seedorf back in football as Corinthians head coach

  12-10-2026 09:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Clarence Seedorf played 87 times for the Netherlands, scoring 11 goals [Getty Images]Corinthians have appointed Clarence Seedorf as their head coach, with the former Netherlands midfielder taking on his first coaching role since 2019.The 50-year-old has joined on a contract until the end of 2027 with the club 16th in the Brazilian top flight, one place above the relegation zone with eight games left.Seedorf succeeds former Brazil interim national coach Fernando Diniz, who was sacked by Corinthia
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona squad list to face Galatasaray; Raphinha and two other key players ruled out

  12-10-2026 09:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona squad list to face Galatasaray; Raphinha and two other key players ruled outBarcelona have confirmed their squad for Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League clash against Galatasaray in Istanbul, with Raphinha, Frenkie de Jong and Andreas Christensen among the notable absentees. Hansi Flick must prepare for the European fixture without several players dealing with fitness problems, while Roony Bardghji is also unavailable for the trip to Turkey.The absence of Raphinha is
  
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• Unchanged from Getafe: Barça's squad for Galatasaray 🛫

  12-10-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Unchanged from Getafe: Barça's squad for Galatasaray 🛫FC Barcelona are heading to Turkey for the second matchday of the UEFA Champions League league phase. Barça will face Galatasaray at the always-intimidating Ali Sami Yen in Istanbul, looking to build on their promising European form after a flawless start to their domestic league campaign.Hansi Flick has decided to stick with the squad that secured a convincing win over Getafe. The German coach has full faith in the team
  
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• ‘Maybe I got on people’s nerves’ – OGC Nice’s Jonathan Clauss on giving up the armband

  12-10-2026 09:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘Maybe I got on people’s nerves’ – OGC Nice’s Jonathan Clauss on giving up the armbandWhen OGC Nice walked out against Lille OSC just before the international break, it was a surprise to see Axel Witsel leading the team and wearing the captain’s armband. A change in captaincy had not been announced, but Jonathan Clauss, who had worn the armband in the wake of Dante’s retirement over the summer, had seemingly renounced or lost the role.Olivier Pantaloni r
  
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• National League club Forest Green to play without manager after Robbie Savage departure

  12-10-2026 09:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  National League side Forest Green Rovers will not immediately look for a new manager after the departure of Robbie Savage, with owner Dale Vince suggesting the club intend to “try something new”.Savage left at the start of October for a role with Peterborough in League One having spent a little over a year in charge in Gloucestershire.But even with the club languishing towards the bottom of the English fifth tier, Vince believes that no new appointment is necessary with a trio of coa
  
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• Moyes may offer Celtic solution next summer - gossip

  12-10-2026 09:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Could experienced Premier League manager end up at Celtic, where his professional career started? Celtic will be keeping an eye on David Moyes as a possible successor to Martin O'Neill next season, with his Everton contract expiring in the summer and the club's owners looking to sell up. (Alan Nixon on Patreon - subscription required)Rangers have no transfer plans for January unless manager Derek McInnes identifies an issue that forces the club into the market. (Glasgow Times)Range
  
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• Watch: Vinicius’ furious reaction after Villarreal red card that could rule him out of El Clasico

  12-10-2026 09:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch: Vinicius’ furious reaction after Villarreal red card that could rule him out of El ClasicoVinicius Jr. could face a suspension of up to four matches following his controversial red card against Villarreal, with his reaction to the dismissal potentially increasing the punishment. The Real Madrid forward is already at risk of missing the 25 October El Clasico against Barcelona, although the final disciplinary decision has not yet been announced.Notably, the incident caused anger
  
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• The Man City mess is unsustainable for the Premier League

  12-10-2026 09:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It was, in the words of one senior football figure, like “sitting in purgatory”. That could be sensed in the reactions at Anfield.On one side, righteous jubilation, “rising above it”. Enzo Maresca sat there beaming after his Manchester City team’s brilliant 3-0 win over Liverpool. It leaves them with a perfect six wins from six, and again top of the league.And yet that was all to the soundtrack of Liverpool fans singing “going down”.Up. Down. All so uncl
  
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• Barcelona reach agreement with homegrown star over contract extension until 2031; announcement imminent

  12-10-2026 09:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona reach agreement with homegrown star over contract extension until 2031; announcement imminentAccording to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona have reached an agreement with Marc Bernal to extend his contract until 2031.The outlet mentions that the new deal could be signed this week, with only the final paperwork and official announcement still pending.The agreement shows Barcelona’s confidence in the 18-year-old midfielder, whom Hansi Flick continues to rate highly despite his limited pla
  
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• 🥐☕️ Breakfast FC : Kvara sends IShowSpeed wild 😭, Seedorf in Brazil 🇧🇷

  12-10-2026 09:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐☕️ Breakfast FC : Kvara sends IShowSpeed wild 😭, Seedorf in Brazil 🇧🇷Kvara makes IShowSpeed lose it 😭A big moment on the internet this Sunday evening: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia joined the famous American content creator IShowSpeed on a livestream.The pair played EA FC 27, among other things, and the PSG star wiped the floor with the streamer. So much so that he actually made him rage live on stream!Banner of the weekend 👏Troyes fans treat
  
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• Athletic Club left waiting after Rayo Vallecano match abandoned

  12-10-2026 09:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Athletic Club left waiting after Rayo Vallecano match abandonedRayo Vallecano’s match against Athletic Club was abandoned after supporters repeatedly threw paper planes and small balls onto the pitch during protests against president Raúl Martín Presa. Mundo Deportivo reported on Monday, October 12, that the first objects appeared in the 13th minute and that referee José María Sánchez Martínez ultimately ordered the teams off after the protest resu
  
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• Guernsey FC Women suffer Havant home defeat

  12-10-2026 09:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Codie Le Flem took her tally to three goals in six games for Guernsey FC [Guernsey FC]Guernsey FC Women are still looking for a first home win of the season after losing 5-2 to league leaders Havant and Waterlooville at Victoria Park.The Green Lionesses slipped behind in just the third minute when Millie Bradbury scored for the visitors.But two goals in three minutes midway through the first half put the islanders in front - Codie Le Flem fired in low after a Candice Bougourd shout had been bloc
  
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• Real Madrid’s Marc Cucurella sends pointed warning to referee after Vinicius red card controversy: ‘If anyone touches my hair…’

  12-10-2026 09:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid’s Marc Cucurella sends pointed warning to referee after Vinicius red card controversy: ‘If anyone touches my hair…’Real Madrid’s 1-0 victory over Villarreal was overshadowed by Vinicius Jr.’s dismissal, with Marc Cucurella appearing to challenge the Spanish refereeing team over the decision after the match’s most controversial incident.The Brazilian winger had a goal disallowed before receiving a straight red card for pulling Nathan Saliba&r
  
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• 🎥 I hope if they touch a hair on my head…: Cucurella on Vinicius' red card

  12-10-2026 09:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 I hope if they touch a hair on my head…: Cucurella on Vinicius' red cardThe controversial sending-off of Vinicius Júnior following an incident with Nathan Saliba continues to have repercussions, with key moments unfolding away from the main action. The tension on the pitch quickly spilled over into the technical area and around the fourth official.DAZN's cameras immediately caught Marc Cucurella's reaction. The international full-back did not hesitate to approach the refe
  
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• Premier League star eyed by Liverpool as their next Virgil van Dijk

  12-10-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League star eyed by Liverpool as their next Virgil van DijkVirgil van Dijk has been one of Liverpool's most important players over the last few years. The towering Dutchman has kept the Reds' defence in line ever since he joined from Southampton and, without him, the Anfield outfit would have been much worse off.They'd have certainly not won as many trophies as they did if he wasn't one of their players.However, now that he's 35 years old, it's clear that his time at the top could be com
  
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• Liverpool keen on move for La Liga giant’s midfielder

  12-10-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool keen on move for La Liga giant’s midfielderLiverpool Tracking Marc Bernal as Barcelona Midfielder Emerges on 2027 RadarLiverpool are closely monitoring Marc Bernal ahead of a possible move in 2027, with Barcelona’s highly rated young midfielder increasingly part of a wider conversation around future squad planning at Anfield. According to FICHAJES, via reporting that also references Juan Jesús and Transfer News Live, the Merseyside club hold a firm interest in the 19
  
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• Andoni Iraola claims Liverpool played two different games against rivals

  12-10-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola claims Liverpool played two different games against rivalsAndoni Iraola Left to Rue Red Card as Liverpool Fall 3-0 to Manchester CityLiverpool lost 3-0 to Manchester City at Anfield, and the scoreline tells only half the story. For just over an hour, this was a competitive game, tense and even, with the home side carrying more threat. Then Ryan Gravenberch was sent off, the match changed shape completely, and City did what elite sides do against 10 men. They took control and finish
  
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• Roma earn 4 more points in big matches compared to 25/26

  12-10-2026 08:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma earn 4 more points in big matches compared to 25/26Gasperini’s Roma, despite playing with ten men from the 53rd minute, managed to maintain their streak of consecutive positive results achieved before the break at Como. The Giallorossi drew 0-0 and left the Sinigaglia stadium disappointed at not having taken the lead in the first half. The Roman side came close to making it 0-1, especially with Paulo Dybala coming just meters away from Butez and with Pellegrini hitting the post. Roma
  
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• Real Madrid veteran starts new business venture that links him with his grassroots

  12-10-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid veteran starts new business venture that links him with his grassrootsReal Madrid’s win over Villarreal was not as tidy as Jose Mourinho would have hoped, but the team did manage to take all three points without conceding a single goal.For a team that had kept only one clean sheet up until Saturday’s game, that came as a massive accomplishment, much to the delight of Thibaut Courtois.It was, however, a special night for the goalkeeper even beyond the clean sheet, and it w
  
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• 22 games without a goal: Barcelona attacking midfielder’s drought continues under Flick

  12-10-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  22 games without a goal: Barcelona attacking midfielder’s drought continues under FlickBarcelona have won their first nine games of the 2026/27 season, but Dani Olmo is still waiting for a personal milestone to match the team’s impressive start. Notably, the attacking midfielder has gone 22 appearances without scoring for Barça, with his last goal coming against Sevilla on 15 March.Olmo has continued to contribute in other areas, registering three assists this season whil
  
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• Carragher urges Iraola to drop Wirtz after Liverpool flop produces another disappointing display vs Man City

  12-10-2026 08:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Carragher urges Iraola to drop Wirtz after Liverpool flop produces another disappointing display vs Man CityJamie Carragher believes Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola should drop Florian Wirtz from the starting line-up after another disappointing performance in their 3-0 defeat to Manchester City on Sunday.The Reds welcomed the visitors to Anfield hoping to build momentum, but Iraola’s side were comfortably beaten by the FA Cup champions despite showing some fight during the contest.Wirtz has e
  
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• 🗞️ Madrid tension, Barça firepower and Betis joy: Monday's front pages

  12-10-2026 08:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗞️ Madrid tension, Barça firepower and Betis joy: Monday's front pagesRefereeing in the capital, Barça's goalscoring purple patch and Betis's party at La Cartuja dominate today's sports front pages.Tensions and controversy reach boiling point in MadridReferees dominate the front pages of the Madrid press. Marca highlights that "Madrid are furious with the refereeing and VAR" after their clash with Villarreal.Meanwhile, AS describes the relationship between the club a
  
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• Rival watch: Real Betis attacking ace could miss Barcelona clash with muscle problem

  12-10-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rival watch: Real Betis attacking ace could miss Barcelona clash with muscle problemBarcelona could receive a timely boost ahead of their La Liga meeting with Real Betis, with Antony facing uncertainty over his availability for Saturday’s fixture at La Cartuja.According to SPORT, the Brazilian winger finished Betis’ match against Osasuna with muscle pain and will undergo medical tests on Monday to determine the extent of the problem. His availability therefore remains uncertain,
  
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• RFEF ‘do not understand’ Real Madrid’s complaints and stand by referees – report

  12-10-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  RFEF ‘do not understand’ Real Madrid’s complaints and stand by referees – reportThe feud between Real Madrid and the referees has been ongoing for a long time now, and it is clear that the rift between the two cannot be bridged easily.Los Blancos have made it clear time and time again that the refereeing standards have not been up to the mark in recent times, especially in their games.Most recently, the Madrid derby generated much debate over the referees’ decision
  
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