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• Djed Spence completes £30m Tottenham move to Inter Milan

  16-08-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Djed Spence completes £30m Tottenham move to Inter MilanNew Inter Milan signing Djed Spence has completed a £30m move from Tottenham after describing the club’s history and stature as key attractions of the switch to Serie A.According to Sky Sports, the agreement is worth £30m as a total package and includes a 10 per cent sell-on clause for Spurs. The full-back was given permission to travel to Italy on Friday for a medical while negotiations between the two clubs continu
  
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• PLAYER RATINGS | Lens 1-0 PSG: Les Sang et Or produce sublime defensive display to win Trophée des Champions

  16-08-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PLAYER RATINGS | Lens 1-0 PSG: Les Sang et Or produce sublime defensive display to win Trophée des ChampionsTrophée des Champions, 16/08/2026Lens held the home advantage as they welcomed PSG to the Stade Bollaert-Delelis for the annual curtain-raiser in French football – the Trophée des Champions. This home advantage would count as Les Sang et Or produced a resolute defensive display after being reduced to ten men following Kylian Antonio’s dismissal. PSG also fo
  
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• Noah Atubolu may remain in the Bundesliga after all, Eintracht Frankfurt seek new keeper after Brentford debacle

  16-08-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Noah Atubolu may remain in the Bundesliga after all, Eintracht Frankfurt seek new keeper after Brentford debacleEintracht Frankfurt have reportedly decided to enter the market for a new first-choice goalkeeper following their disastrous pre-season finale against Brentford. Kicker reports that SC Freiburg keeper Noah Atubolu has emerged as the club’s preferred solution between the sticks. Frankfurt’s goalkeeping situation already generated considerable discussion throughout the 2025/2
  
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• Liverpool Are Set To Launch A Move For This Paris Saint-Germain Starlet: One For The Future?

  16-08-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Set To Launch A Move For This Paris Saint-Germain Starlet: One For The Future?In a recent post on X, journalist Loic Tanzi claimed that Liverpool are set to launch a move for Paris Saint-Germain starlet Ibrahim Mbaye. It has been mentioned that the Reds are still showing interest in recruiting the Senegalese whizkid this summer.Mbaye’s Impressive Rise In Ligue 1Mbaye enjoyed an impressive campaign at the French club after he put in a few eye-catching performances for them in
  
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• 📋 Botafogo and Vitória set for Brasileirão clash

  16-08-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Botafogo and Vitória set for Brasileirão clashVitória and Botafogo have announced their lineups for this Sunday’s Brasileirão clash.The match is valid for the 23rd round of the league and will take place at Barradão in Salvador.The home side takes the field with four fewer points and one more game played than the visitors.In the first-round meeting, the teams drew 0-0.
  See below the starting lineups for the match:VitóriaCacá and Lu
  
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• 📋 Fla named to face Mirassol and close right in on Palmeiras

  16-08-2026 22:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Fla named to face Mirassol and close right in on PalmeirasFlamengo face Mirassol this Sunday (16) at 6:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Estádio Maião, in the interior of São Paulo state, for the 23rd round of the 2026 Brasileirão.With one game in hand compared to the other teams, the Rubro-Negro sit second with 42 points and are looking for a second straight win in the league to move right up behind leaders Palmeiras (48 points).Also with a game in hand, Le
  
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• 📋 Fla line-up to face Mirassol and really close on Palmeiras

  16-08-2026 22:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Fla line-up to face Mirassol and really close on PalmeirasFlamengo face Mirassol this Sunday (16) at 6:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Estádio Maião, in the interior of São Paulo state, for the 23rd round of the 2026 Brasileirão.With one game in hand compared to the other teams, the Rubro-Negro sit second with 42 points and are looking for a second straight win in the league to close the gap on leaders Palmeiras (48 points).Also with a game in hand, Le&ati
  
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• Nuno disappointed to drop late points in Burnley draw

  16-08-2026 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo reacts after the Hammers let a two-goal slip against Burnley in the final seven minutes. Nuno spoke to BBC Radio London after the game and for a written selection of his quotes click here.Latest West Ham news, analysis and fan viewsAsk about West Ham - what do you want to know?
  
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• Update On Sunderland And Their Pursuit Of This Ligue 1 Full-Back: Should Le Bris Snap Him Up?

  16-08-2026 22:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Update On Sunderland And Their Pursuit Of This Ligue 1 Full-Back: Should Le Bris Snap Him Up?In a recent report, Sunderland Echo offered an update on Sunderland and their pursuit of Toulouse full-back Dayann Methalie. It is believed that the Black Cats are close to agreeing on a fee in the region of €30m with the French club to sign the talented defender this summer.Methalie’s Impressive Form In Ligue 1Methalie enjoyed a decent run of form at the French club in the previous campaign w
  
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• Manchester United Could Move In For This Talented Full-Back: What Will He Add To Carrick’s Side?

  16-08-2026 22:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Could Move In For This Talented Full-Back: What Will He Add To Carrick’s Side?In a recent report, Belgian news outlet Nieuwsblad claimed that Manchester United could move in for Club Brugge full-back Joaquin Seys this summer. It has been mentioned that the Red Devils are showing interest in recruiting the Belgian defender this month.Seys’ Impressive Rise In Belgian FootballSeys enjoyed a good run of form at the Belgian club in the previous campaign after he put in a
  
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• Hayen pleased by Burnley's character in Hammers draw

  16-08-2026 22:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Burnley manager Nicky Hayen was delighted with his side's character as they fought back to draw 2-2 with Championship favourites West Ham United.Hayen spoke to BBC Radio Lancashire after the draw with the Hammers at Turf Moor and for a written selection of quotes his click here.Latest Burnley news, analysis and fan viewsAsk about Burnley - what do you want to know?
  
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• What awaits new Scotland head coach Pocognoli?

  16-08-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sebastien Pocognoli has agreed an initial two-year contract to lead Scotland [Getty Images]Sebastien Pocognoli is the new Scotland men's head coach after seven years of Steve Clarke - but what awaits the Belgian and what will be expected of him?A title winner in his homeland while managing Union Saint-Gilloise, the 39-year-old brings a reputation for playing eye-catching football.However, the former left-back was sacked as Monaco boss in June after just eight months, making him available to the
  
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• 26yo former Arsenal target leaves Juventus

  16-08-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  26yo former Arsenal target leaves JuventusThe Serbian striker has left Juventus as a free agent, bringing years of Arsenal speculation to an end after one of Europe’s most talked-about transfer sagas.Photo by Stefano Guidi/Getty ImagesDušan Vlahović has finally brought the curtain down on his time at Juventus, with the former Arsenal target completing a free transfer to Beşiktaş after years of speculation linking him with a move to north London.The Serbia internationa
  
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• Newcastle at best when 'us against world' - Burn

  16-08-2026 22:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dan Burn joined Newcastle United from Brighton in January, 2022 [Getty Images]Dan Burn had only been away from Newcastle United's training ground for a few months.But the England defender felt like he had joined a new club when he returned following his post-World Cup break."I'm still learning names to be honest," he said.Understandably so.It has been another turbulent summer on Tyneside following the departures of manager Eddie Howe and influential figures Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali and Ant
  
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• What is missing in Roma’s move for Porto talent Rodrigo Mora

  16-08-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What is missing in Roma’s move for Porto talent Rodrigo MoraSerie A side Roma have been pushing for the signature of Porto’s Rodrigo Mora. While there were some issues in the deal across the week, the move is back on track.La Gazzetta dello Sport offer background into the deal, stating that Roma’s first offer was initially accepted by Porto. Gian Piero Gasperini’s side put forward €8 million loan with a €42 million option to buy, subject to two conditions &ndash
  
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• Report: New investors have full control option at Liverpool

  16-08-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: New investors have full control option at LiverpoolLiverpool ownership update as FSG sell minority stake with future takeover option in placeLiverpool have entered a significant new phase off the pitch after Fenway Sports Group confirmed the sale of a minority shareholding, believed to be between 30 per cent and one-third, to a consortium that includes Jeff Bezos investment exposure through K5 Sports. The key detail, first reported by The Athletic, is that the agreement also contains an
  
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• Report: Liverpool open the door to midfield exit

  16-08-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool open the door to midfield exitCurtis Jones Asking Price Drops as Liverpool Consider Inter Milan DealCurtis Jones could be approaching a significant crossroads in his Liverpool career, with reports from Italy suggesting the club have softened their asking price for the midfielder.According to Corriere dello Sport, Liverpool had been seeking around €40 million, approximately £34 million, for Jones. That position has reportedly changed as the transfer window moves towar
  
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• Player Ratings: New Liverpool signing shines in Como victory

  16-08-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Player Ratings: New Liverpool signing shines in Como victoryLiverpool 2-0 Como: Jeremy Jacquet and Ronald Araujo Impress Before Newcastle OpenerPre-season friendlies are usually a poor place to make grand statements. The tempo drifts, the line-ups change, and the conclusions are often flimsy. This one was different. Liverpool beat Como 2-0 at Anfield and, for long spells, looked like a team sharpening itself for the real business to come under Andoni Iraola.The headline was obvious. Jeremy Jacqu
  
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• Newcastle United suffer major injury blow ahead of Liverpool clash

  16-08-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United suffer major injury blow ahead of Liverpool clashJoelinton ruled out of Premier League openerNewcastle Utd will begin the new Premier League season without Joelinton after manager Matthias Jaissle confirmed the influential midfielder will miss the opening weeks of the campaign through injury.The Brazilian’s absence represents a significant setback ahead of Newcastle’s meeting with Liverpool at Anfield next Sunday. An opening fixture away to a side also beginning a ne
  
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• Luis Enrique might have dropped a big hint over Bradley Barcola’s potential move to Liverpool

  16-08-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luis Enrique might have dropped a big hint over Bradley Barcola’s potential move to LiverpoolBradley Barcola to Liverpool: PSG Message Feels Like Transfer Ground ShiftingTransfer stories usually arrive with a lot of noise and not much substance. This one feels different. When a manager starts talking about smiles, commitment and finding “another solution”, ears prick up. They certainly should when Bradley Barcola is the name circling around Liverpool.The France winger has emerg
  
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• Liverpool Starting XI vs Como: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

  16-08-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Starting XI vs Como: Confirmed Team News and Predicted LineupLiverpool Injury Concerns Mount Before Como as Andoni Iraola Weighs Jeremy Jacquet CallLiverpool go into their final pre-season fixtures against Como with a familiar problem, too few fit centre-backs and too many questions. Andoni Iraola has barely had time to settle into the job and already the defensive department looks stretched.The immediate issue is Jeremy Jacquet. The £60million summer signing from Rennes has yet
  
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• Fabrizio Romano: Confidence growing in Liverpool’s pursuit of Bradley Barcola

  16-08-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano: Confidence growing in Liverpool’s pursuit of Bradley BarcolaBradley Barcola to Liverpool gathers pace as PSG talks continueThe final stretch of the transfer window is beginning to accelerate, and one of the standout stories centres on Bradley Barcola, Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain. The latest update points to a deal that is active, complex and still unresolved, with direct contact continuing and confidence growing around Liverpool’s pursuit.According to Fabrizio
  
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• Andoni Iraola set to make statement over Liverpool youngster’s future in Como friendly

  16-08-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola set to make statement over Liverpool youngster’s future in Como friendlyAndoni Iraola Drops Liverpool Midfield Hint as Trey Nyoni Decision EmergesLiverpool’s final pre-season exercise has offered an intriguing glimpse into Andoni Iraola’s plans, particularly when it comes to Trey Nyoni and the composition of his midfield for the Premier League opener.Sunday’s unusual double header against Como allows Iraola to divide his squad, distribute minutes and, perhap
  
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• Andoni Iraola confirms huge Liverpool boost ahead of Como friendly

  16-08-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola confirms huge Liverpool boost ahead of Como friendlyLiverpool Boost as Alexis Mac Allister Returns for Como FriendliesPre-season can feel like a slog. Heat, hard yards, split squads, minutes in the legs, and a manager trying to build rhythm while players drift back in waves. For Liverpool, Sunday brings another step in that process, and Andoni Iraola has been given a timely lift before the double header against Como.The Reds face the Italian side twice in one day, first behind clos
  
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• “Liverpool are on it” – Fabrizio Romano hints at two massive transfer deals

  16-08-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “Liverpool are on it” – Fabrizio Romano hints at two massive transfer dealsLiverpool Transfer Latest: Bradley Barcola Talks Advance as Cody Gakpo Exit to Tottenham EmergesThe final stretch of the window is gathering pace and Liverpool are firmly in the middle of one of the more significant stories developing in the market. According to Fabrizio Romano, attention remains centred on Bradley Barcola, with confidence growing over a move to Anfield, while Cody Gakpo has now entered
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Have Set Their Sights On This Chelsea Defender: Good Choice For De Zerbi?

  16-08-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Have Set Their Sights On This Chelsea Defender: Good Choice For De Zerbi?In a recent post on X, journalist Sebastien Vidal claimed that Tottenham Hotspur have set their sights on Chelsea defender Malo Gusto this summer. It has been mentioned that Spurs are eyeing a move to acquire the services of the French full-back this off-season.Gusto’s Impressive Form In The Premier LeagueGusto had a solid campaign in the Premier League recently as he put in a run of influential disp
  
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• Barcelona reach agreement with Man City to sign Rodri

  16-08-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona reach agreement with Man City to sign RodriBarcelona have reached an agreement in principle with Manchester City to sign Spain captain Rodri in a package worth up to €76.5million (£65.3m).The proposed deal would see Barcelona pay €60m (£51.2m) upfront, with a further €16.5m potentially due through performance-related add-ons.More than €11m of those bonuses are considered realistically achievable, meaning City expect to eventually receive at least €7
  
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• Ajax interested in Udinese’s Nicolo Zaniolo, Italian could be Mika Godts’ replacement

  16-08-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ajax interested in Udinese’s Nicolo Zaniolo, Italian could be Mika Godts’ replacementSerie A side Udinese have been involved in a bit of a battle for Nicolo Zaniolo throughout this summer and the attacker has attracted interest from Ajax.The Italian joined the Friulian side permanently in the summer but has been pushing to renew his contract, to earn better terms than the one initially agreed upon. This led to links with other clubs but soon, Udinese tied him down to a better deal.No
  
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• Neymar off for 1 minute under new anti-time-wasting rule: explained

  16-08-2026 21:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Neymar off for 1 minute under new anti-time-wasting rule: explainedVasco and Santos are drawing 0-0 at São Januário this Sunday (16), in the 23rd round of the 2026 Brasileirão.
  This weekend is the first in which the new football rules, which were introduced at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, are being applied by the CBF in the championship.+ Daronco uses new refereeing gesture at the Maracanã; understand the new Brasileirão rulesAnd Neymar has already been a "victim"
  
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• Nightmare Man City start for Maresca - are Arsenal really so far ahead?

  16-08-2026 21:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City were playing their first competitive game since Pep Guardiola's exit after a 10-year reign [Getty Images]Did Premier League champions Arsenal show just how far ahead of Manchester City they are with their dominant Community Shield win?Goals from Riccardo Calafiori, Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard helped the Gunners to a 3-0 victory in Cardiff.Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said he was "a bit surprised" by his side's convincing performance, telling TNT Sports that "to play in the ma
  
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