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• Elliott ready to take 'second chance' at Liverpool

  30-07-2026 18:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harvey Elliott spent last season on loan at Aston Villa [Getty Images]Harvey Elliott says he is ready for a "second chance" at Liverpool and keen to enjoy his football again after a "tough" loan spell at Aston Villa.Elliott joined Villa last summer on a season-long loan, with a clause in the deal stating Unai Emery's side were obliged to sign him for £35m if he made 10 appearances.Villa decided early in the season they did not want to trigger that option, meaning the 23-year-old played onl
  
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• Man Utd take on Hull City in early PL kick-off

  22-08-2026 12:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  Man Utd take on Hull City in early PL kick-off2026-08-22T10:27:40ZTEAM NEWS IS IN...Here's a look at how Hull City and Manchester United lineup:Man Utd XI: Lammens; Mazraoui, Maguire, Heaven, Shaw; Tielemans, Santos; Mbeumo, Fernandes, Dorgu; CunhaMan Utds Subs: Darlow, Dalot, Yoro, Martinez, Mainoo, Zirkzee, Lacey, Rashford, SeskoHull City XI: Tzolakis, Coyle, Ajayi, Egan, Mendy, Giles, Crooks, Slater, Belloumi, McBurnie, StroudHull City Subs: Phillips, Millar, Hjerto-Dahl, McNai
  
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• Premier League: Rashford on bench as Man Utd visit promoted Hull on opening weekend

  22-08-2026 12:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  Five Premier League games on Saturday, starting with Hull v Man UtdMcBurnie leads line for Hull, Man Utd's Rashford on bench - team newsAre Carrick's side going to challenge for title? Have your say at top of pagePlay our new Match of the Day Predictor game | How to follow the opening weekend across the BBC | What are the new rules this season? Premier League: Rashford on bench as Man Utd visit promoted Hull on opening weekend
  
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• 🚨 Rayo still haven't got the OK from the authorities to open the stadium

  22-08-2026 12:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  🚨 Rayo still haven't got the OK from the authorities to open the stadiumThe Community of Madrid has updated the situation regarding the Vallecas Stadium. Mariano de Paco, the regional Sports Minister, believes that the necessary conditions are still not in place for Rayo Vallecano to host matches at its stadium.“Rayo has submitted 1,000 pages of documentation, but as of today it is not enough to guarantee the stadium’s safety 100%,” he told the media this very morning.H
  
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• Former Real Madrid academy ace could bring significant windfall amid Premier League interest

  22-08-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Former Real Madrid academy ace could bring significant windfall amid Premier League interestIt has been a gala summer for Real Madrid in terms of youth player sales, both directly from the Castilla and in terms of indirect profits from external transfers.All in all, the club have pocketed over €200 million from player sales this summer, and a massive part of that has arrived from departures of academy stars.The most recent operation finalised was the departure of Jacobo Ortega who left for
  
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• Barcelona to call up 19-year-old starlet as third goalkeeper for La Liga opener vs Elche

  22-08-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona to call up 19-year-old starlet as third goalkeeper for La Liga opener vs ElcheBarcelona are gearing up for the new season, with the Catalans slated to take on Elche CF in their opening match tomorrow.Heading into this game, there were question marks over who will serve as the team’s third-choice goalkeeper behind Joan Garcia and Wojciech Szczesny.That question has now been answered, as revealed by Barça’s training preparations in the lead up to the contest.Eder Aller
  
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• BBC Sport pundit predictions - 'Pressure on Maresca from the off'

  22-08-2026 12:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  [Getty Images]Manchester City were the BBC predictors' pre-season favourites in eight out of their 10 seasons under Pep Guardiola from 2016 onwards, and were champions six times during that period. But before their first campaign with Enzo Maresca in charge, only 12% (3/26) think they will reclaim the title.Shay Given - Prediction: 1stI don't think Pep leaving means we will see what happened when Sir Alex Ferguson left United. Instead, I am expecting the opposite, because of a fresh voice in the
  
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• Sky: Roma close in on Oosterwolde, but Chelsea reject Gittens bid

  22-08-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Sky: Roma close in on Oosterwolde, but Chelsea reject Gittens bidSky Sport Italia reports that Roma are close to signing versatile Fenerbahce defender Jayden Oosterwolde, while Chelsea have rejected an initial bid for Jamie Gittens.Roma are still working to complete their team for the 2026-27 season, and according to Sky Sport’s Gianluca Di Marzio, the Giallorossi are close to an agreement with Fenerbahce for 25-year-old defender Oosterwolde.Latest Roma updates on Oosterwolde and GittensTh
  
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• All Italian media say the same thing about Serie A 2026-27 title favourite

  22-08-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  All Italian media say the same thing about Serie A 2026-27 title favouriteAll Italian media and most pundits agree that Inter are the clear favourites to win the Scudetto in 2026-27, but who are their main rivals?A new Serie A campaign is just around the corner, and defending champions Inter are seen as the big favourite to lift the trophy again in 2026-27.Bear in mind, however, that no Serie A club has retained the Scudetto in the last seven seasons, making the title race particularly open, and
  
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• Marseille make enquiry for Chelsea’s Deivid Washington

  22-08-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Marseille make enquiry for Chelsea’s Deivid WashingtonOlympique de Marseille have made an enquiry about Chelsea forward Deivid Washington (21), according to a report from Foot Mercato.Since making the move to Chelsea, Washington has failed to break into the first team. A loan move away from Stamford Bridge this summer is expected. RC Strasbourg Alsace, who share the same BlueCo owners, emerged as the clear candidate for the Brazilian’s signature. There, the striker could develop
  
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• Joao Pedro extends Chelsea stay until 2034

  22-08-2026 12:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  Joao Pedro joined Watford in 2020 from his boyhood club Fluminense [Getty Images]Chelsea striker Joao Pedro has signed a new contract running until 2034.The Brazil international, 24, joined from Brighton last summer in a deal worth an initial £55m, plus £5m in add-ons.He scored 20 goals in all competitions in his first season at the club, having played a key role in their Club World Cup success."I am very happy to sign a new contract with Chelsea," Joao Pedro said."I always dreamed o
  
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• Sutton's predictions: Nottingham Forest v Leeds United

  22-08-2026 12:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC]What a strange season Nottingham Forest had last time, going through four managers and all with differing styles.They were 'knee-jerk Nottingham Forest' but they stayed up and got to the Europa League semi-finals.Now? Well Oliver Glasner is in charge and they have got Chris Wood back from injury, which is great news for them - his experience and goals will be crucial.Of course they are going to miss Elliot Anderson in midfield but holding on to Morgan Gibbs-White was a big deal, and Callum
  
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• Sutton's predictions: Ipswich Town v Sunderland

  22-08-2026 12:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC]I must point out that Ipswich boss Gary O'Neil is a former Norwich player, so where do his loyalties really lie? And has he gone to Ipswich to sabotage them?Seriously though, I wish him well and I genuinely hope for East Anglia that Ipswich can make a decent fist of it and stay up.I really like some of their signings too - Daizen Maeda is a player I know well and is a really good piece of business, coming in from Celtic.Maeda plays with such intensity. He will be the best pressing player in
  
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• Lampard makes Arsenal prediction after ‘champions’ performance

  22-08-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Lampard makes Arsenal prediction after ‘champions’ performanceFrank Lampard has admitted Arsenal played like champions in their opening game win over Coventry City, adding that he expects the Gunners to dominate a lot of games this season.Photo by Julian Finney/Getty ImagesArsenal eased to a comfortable 3-0 victory in their opening Premier League win over Coventry City on Friday night, with their promoted opponents finding themselves on the back foot throughout the match.With the Gun
  
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• 2 Arsenal players selected for u20 Women’s World Cup

  22-08-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  2 Arsenal players selected for u20 Women’s World CupLoan duo Jessie Gale and Cecily Wellesley-Smith have been selected by Lydia Bedford, while several current and former Arsenal players miss out.Photo by Christian Kaspar-Bartke/Getty Images for DFBLydia Bedford has named her squad for the FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland, which takes place from 5 to 27 September, UEFA boycott-allowing.Two Arsenal players have been selected, although both are currently out on loan.Striker Jes
  
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• 🎙️ Simeone: Julián Álvarez will be in the squad

  22-08-2026 12:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  🎙️ Simeone: Julián Álvarez will be in the squadDiego Simeone has confirmed Julián Álvarez’s presence in Atlético de Madrid’s squad for the upcoming match against Villarreal.
  "Yes, Julián will be included in the squad. Tomorrow we’ll try to manage the match, which is a difficult one against a great opponent. We’re still in the process of managing minutes, and our opponents don’t have that problem," admitted El
  
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• Third time is a charm: Joao Cancelo and the Barcelona transfer that has become something more

  22-08-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Third time is a charm: Joao Cancelo and the Barcelona transfer that has become something moreMost football transfers happen once. A photograph. A shirt held between two hands. A few words about childhood dreams. Then football moves on.Joao Cancelo has somehow signed for Barcelona three times.Perhaps that is why this one feels different.He first arrived from Manchester City in September 2023. The second came from Al Hilal in January earlier this year.Now, after two loans and two goodbyes, Cancelo
  
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• Real Madrid’s only realistic midfield option this summer is a €45m Dutch talent – report

  22-08-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Real Madrid’s only realistic midfield option this summer is a €45m Dutch talent – reportReal Madrid are set to kickstart their season later this evening when they take on Espanyol, with fans excited about Jose Mourinho integrates the existing setup with the six new signings the club have made this summer.However, despite the many signings, Real Madrid are still lacking a new midfielder, having earlier missed out on Rodri, who is now at rivals Barcelona.The club are still on the
  
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• Bradley Barcola to Liverpool is now a matter of time after latest update

  22-08-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  Bradley Barcola to Liverpool is now a matter of time after latest updateBradley Barcola to Liverpool: PSG Price Drops as Talks Move CloserLiverpool’s search for greater attacking depth and elite one-v-one quality appears to be centring increasingly on Bradley Barcola, with the France international now looking like one of the most credible wide options on the market. According to Fabrice Hawkins on the After Foot podcast, there has been a notable development in Paris Saint-Germain’s s
  
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• Everton Starting XI vs Crystal Palace: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

  22-08-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Starting XI vs Crystal Palace: Confirmed Team News and Predicted LineupEverton vs Crystal Palace Predicted XI as David Moyes Weighs Key Selection CallsEverton begin the 2026/27 Premier League season at home to Crystal Palace on Saturday, and David Moyes already has problems to solve. Some are familiar, some are self-inflicted, and one or two are simply down to injuries.The biggest issues are in midfield, at right-back, and up front. That is where the team selection gets interesting. Ever
  
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• Real Madrid superstar chasing Alfredo Di Stefano’s record as he takes a leadership role

  22-08-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid superstar chasing Alfredo Di Stefano’s record as he takes a leadership roleThe new season is just around the corner with Real Madrid set to take on Espanyol in their season opener later this evening.It will be an important game for Vinicius Jr., who is heading into the new season with a fresh contract renewal and a leadership position, with the Brazilian serving as the club’s second captain.Aside from being a captain, Vinicius is also the most senior player in the Real Ma
  
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• How Liverpool are preparing to face six new managers in first six games

  22-08-2026 11:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola (centre) will rely on the set-piece expertise of Tommy Elphick (on his right) and Shaun Cooper (on his left, holding TV screen) [Getty Images]This has been a summer of more change than usual in the Premier League with a record nine clubs appointing new managers.For Liverpool and Andoni Iraola, the schedule means they will face six teams with new managers in their first six top-flight matches, something that has never happened before in the Premier League era.Indeed, when BBC Sport
  
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• Barcelona summer arrival ruled out of Elche clash due to registration issue – report

  22-08-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona summer arrival ruled out of Elche clash due to registration issue – reportBarcelona have made as many as five signings so far this summer, but one name that is flying under the radar is Jesse Bisiwu.The Belgian starlet was signed from Club Brugge as a developmental bet, and he has gone on to make an impression, scoring twice for Hansi Flick’s team against FC Basel.Now, according to SPORT, the 18-year-old will have to wait to make his La Liga bow for Barcelona, with a regist
  
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• In-demand João Pedro signs new Chelsea contract

  22-08-2026 11:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In-demand João Pedro signs new Chelsea contractBrazilian forward João Pedro has extended his ties with Chelsea, signing a new contract that will keep him at the London club until 2034. Highly sought after on the market, the Fluminense academy product has taken over the Blues’ No. 9 shirt.Talks over a new deal took place amid interest from Barcelona and Arsenal, who signaled offers in the region of 100 million euros (R$590 million) for the forward, who was overlooked by Carlo
  
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• Tzolis credits Arsenal fans for his impressive debut

  22-08-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tzolis credits Arsenal fans for his impressive debutArsenal summer signing Christos Tzolis has admitted that the fans helped to drive him on during his first Premier League appearance for the Gunners.Photo by Julian Finney/Getty ImagesArsenal summer signing Christos Tzolis has made a very fast start to life with his new club, impressing throughout pre-season before carrying that form into the new campaign.The winger provided a brace of assists in the Community Shield match against Manchester Cit
  
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• Chelsea turn down Roma’s loan offer for Gittens

  22-08-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea turn down Roma’s loan offer for GittensRoma is looking for a left winger to boost their attack. The Giallorossi have set their sights on Chelsea’s Bynoe-Gittens. The 2004-born winger has made 27 appearances in all competitions, scoring one goal and providing five assists. For Borussia Dortmund, the English winger has played 107 games, scoring 17 goals.Roma have submitted an offer to Chelsea for Bynoe-Gittens. The Giallorossi have put forward a €3 million loan offer with
  
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• Serie A: Udinese vs. Como – probable line-ups, where to watch on TV

  22-08-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A: Udinese vs. Como – probable line-ups, where to watch on TVNico Paz’s Como visit Nicolò Zaniolo’s Udinese in the first round of the 2026-27 Serie A season.It kicks off at 18:30 CET [17:30 BST] at the Bluenergy Stadium in Udine.The home side must cope without the injured Giorgi Chakvetadze, Alessandro Zanoli and Christian Kabasele, while Jayden Addai is the only unavailable player for Como.Udinese are expected to pick two Italian defenders: Matteo Palma and Nicol&
  
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• Hull City interested in Paris FC’s Ilan Kebbal

  22-08-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull City interested in Paris FC’s Ilan KebbalNewly promoted Premier League side Hull City are one of the clubs interested in Paris FC forward Ilan Kebbal (28). The Ligue 1 club are, however, not willing sellers, as they have already made publicly clear. Hull City are looking to strengthen their squad in order to bolster their chances of ensuring safety in the Premier League. Kebbal, who excelled for Les Parisiens last season (nine goals, four assists in 29 games in Ligue 1)
  
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• Game over for Liverpool midfielder with contract termination close

  22-08-2026 11:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Game over for Liverpool midfielder with contract termination closeLiverpool on Friday confirmed the departure of Curtis Jones to Inter Milan. The Italian champions paid a fee that could reach £30m for the 25-year-old - with Jones leaving behind a significant gap in Andoni Iraola’s first-team squad.It is expected that Trey Nyoni and James McConnell will feature in the meantime - meaning the 2024/25 Premier League champions are unlikely to sign a new midfielder.But the midfielder exits
  
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• Bernardo, Konate start in a 4-2-3-1: How Real Madrid can line up against Espanyol

  22-08-2026 11:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bernardo, Konate start in a 4-2-3-1: How Real Madrid can line up against EspanyolIt is finally time. Real Madrid are back in action in La Liga for the first time in the 2026/27 season later tonight as they take on RCD Espanyol away at the RCDE Stadium in what will be Jose Mourinho’s first official match in charge since returning.After a three-year stint at the Santiago Bernabeu between 2010 and 2013, the Portuguese tactician is back at the club after 13 years, hoping to help the team win t
  
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