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• Exclusive: Liverpool discover asking price for top right-back target

  21-09-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Exclusive: Liverpool discover asking price for top right-back targetLiverpool are keeping their options in the transfer market wide open this season. Right-back has been a problem area for some time now at Anfield and, while Ronald Araujo is performing fairly well at the moment, it's still unclear whether his €55 million option to buy will be activated or not.At the moment, if you asked any Liverpool fan whether they'd want the Uruguayan to become a permanent member of Andoni Iraola's squad
  
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• Hansi Flick reaches another milestone with Barcelona

  22-09-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick reaches another milestone with BarcelonaHansi Flick is now well into his third season in charge of Barcelona, marking a milestone he had never previously reached during his time at a top-level club or national team.Indeed, as reported by MARCA, before moving to Catalonia, Flick’s two biggest managerial spells came with Bayern Munich and Germany, but neither lasted three full seasons. His time at Barça has now surpassed that mark, with both the club and the coach fully co
  
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• FEATURE | Five players who could feature in Zinédine Zidane’s first France squad

  22-09-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FEATURE | Five players who could feature in Zinédine Zidane’s first France squadLive from the headquarters of the French Football Federation (FFF) this Friday, Zinédine Zidane will reveal to the world the names of the players set to kick off his era at the helm of the French national team. This is an opportunity for the legendary number 10 to mark a break with his predecessor, Didier Deschamps, and to bring in fresh blood to a squad already focused on the aim of Euro 2028.&nb
  
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• Ligue 1 Review | Is Le Classique still a classic?

  22-09-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ligue 1 Review | Is Le Classique still a classic?Le Classique is supposed to be Ligue 1’s premier fixture. However, the contrasting realities of France’s two biggest teams, Paris Saint-Germain and Olympique de Marseille, meant that Sunday night’s game was very far from a classic.  PSG have started the season slowly, but that has frequently been the case for the club under Luis Enrique. In truth, it’s not how they start that really matters; it’s how th
  
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• Bayer Leverkusen set price for attacking midfielder wanted by Arsenal

  22-09-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayer Leverkusen set price for attacking midfielder wanted by ArsenalArsenal are reportedly closely monitoring Ibrahim Maza’s development, though Bayer Leverkusen want a big fee for the 20-year-old.Photo by Pau Barrena/Getty ImagesLess than a month after the summer transfer deadline, gossip is already starting to circulate about the 2027 windows.Ekrem Konur reports for Fussball News that Arsenal are one of multiple Premier League clubs with an interest in Bayer Leverkusen’sIbrahim Ma
  
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• FAW chief questions Infantino's Fifa reform claims

  22-09-2026 16:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gianni Infantino succeeded Sepp Blatter as Fifa president in 2016 [Getty Images]Football Association of Wales chief executive Noel Mooney has played down suggestions Fifa is planning major reforms.Fifa president Gianni Infantino has proposed an external review of how world football's governing body operates and says he is open to reform.In a letter sent to members of the Fifa Council and all of its national associations, Infantino explains the independent process would "recommend potential impro
  
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• Official: Juventus handed €10,000 fine for failure to observe Mazzola tribute

  22-09-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Juventus handed €10,000 fine for failure to observe Mazzola tributeThe Lega Serie A has confirmed that Juventus have been issued with a €10,000 fine after a number of supporters decided to interrupt a minute’s silence for the late Inter and Italy legend Sandro Mazzola over the weekend.Serie A fine Juventus after failing to observe Mazzola minute’s silenceMazzola, who is widely considered one of the greatest Italian footballers of all time, died at the age of 83 on
  
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• Carlos Espi talks Real Madrid move, Mourinho, Mbappe, Joselu, Gonzalo Garcia, derby defeat

  22-09-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Carlos Espi talks Real Madrid move, Mourinho, Mbappe, Joselu, Gonzalo Garcia, derby defeatCarlos Espi’s rise at Real Madrid has been almost impossible to script.The summer signing arrived from Levante with little time to settle into life at the Santiago Bernabeu, yet two injury-time goals against Espanyol and Elche have already changed his status under Jose Mourinho. The late winners earned Espi a Spain Under-21 call-up, while his performances have also brought him into the conversati
  
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• No masking Westley's importance

  22-09-2026 15:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Joe Westley was signed to be a goalscoring striker for Dundee.But after an impressive makeshift move into midfield, that position was his to lose before he suffered a knee injury in December which kept him out for three months.Since the split last season, we've gone back to Plan A with the striker leading the line. As a result, he's been the talisman finding the net again.Fans feared the worst when Westley was taken off on a stretcher at Tynecastle two weeks ago. Despite a fractured cheekbo
  
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• The B-teams making elite look ordinary

  22-09-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]The fact that Arsenal are not invincible has clearly come as a bit of a surprise to some people. They were thumped by Brighton at the weekend, while Brentford hammered Chelsea to go fourth and Bournemouth narrowly lost to Liverpool.The three little Bs, who I wrote about more than once last season, are at it again, fearlessly going for blood against the big dogs. Both Brighton and Brentford will sit in the top four for the three weeks of the international break, with Bournemouth fin
  
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• South American International Preview: Messi Era Ends As New Eras Begin After 2026 World Cup

  22-09-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  South American International Preview: Messi Era Ends As New Eras Begin After 2026 World CupThe first international window since the 2026 World Cup is upon us, with all ten CONMEBOL sides set to take part. Many countries have opted to play their matches away from home, while some will remain in South America.It promises to be an intriguing window, even though there is no competitive action. It gives managers a fresh opportunity to experiment with new ideas and players as preparations begin for th
  
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• Report: Liverpool already considering move for Dutch defender

  22-09-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool already considering move for Dutch defenderLiverpool Tracking Givairo Read as Right-Back Search IntensifiesLiverpool are among the clubs closely watching Feyenoord right-back Givairo Read, with the 20-year-old continuing to build momentum after an eye-catching start to the season. According to TeamTalk, the Merseyside club remain attentive to his progress, while Arsenal and Manchester City are also in the picture.Read has made a notable impact in the Eredivisie already, registe
  
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• Sebastiano Esposito on first Italy call-up alongside brother Pio: ‘When he misses a goal, we tease him’

  22-09-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sebastiano Esposito on first Italy call-up alongside brother Pio: ‘When he misses a goal, we tease him’Sebastiano Esposito has spoken of the pride of earning his first senior Italy call-up, and of sharing the moment with his younger brother Francesco Pio.Speaking to Vivo Azzurro TV at Coverciano, with quotes via FirenzeViola, the Sassuolo forward revealed Roberto Mancini’s message to the new arrivals. “What did Mancini tell us? To enjoy it. In general, coming to the natio
  
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• Sesko joins Man Utd trio in withdrawing from internationals

  22-09-2026 15:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko says he is "very sorry" after pulling out of Slovenia's forthcoming Nations League matches so he can "fully dedicate" himself to his recovery.The 23-year-old missed the 1-1 draw at Fulham on Sunday with a shin injury sustained against Brighton in the Carabao Cup.He joins United team-mates Kobbie Mainoo, Marcus Rashford and Karl Darlow in withdrawing from international duty."I have always played for Slovenia and will always play with heart an
  
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• G-9 in sight? How BR26 could send a record number to the Libertadores

  22-09-2026 15:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  G-9 in sight? How BR26 could send a record number to the LibertadoresThe 2026 Brazilian Championship could see its Libertadores qualification zone expanded from a G-5 to as much as an unprecedented G-9.This flexibility stems from a combination of the new CBF and Conmebol rules for allocating spots and the performances of Brazilian clubs in the final stages of the Libertadores, Copa Sudamericana, and Copa do Brasil.This season, the basic rules allocate five spots through the Brasileirão (f
  
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• Mourinho could turn to Real Madrid veteran as a starting option after international break

  22-09-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho could turn to Real Madrid veteran as a starting option after international breakReal Madrid head into the international break six points behind Barcelona, and it is safe to say that the deficit is massive considering the stage of the season.Los Blancos have looked second best in most of the games they have played this season, but the recent defeat to Atletico Madrid was perhaps their worst performance yet, and it is clear that a lot must change.The pressure on Jose Mourinho is clearly m
  
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• Reading need to tidy up results on the road - Roberts

  22-09-2026 15:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Reading full-back Haydon Roberts says the Royals believe they can maintain their good start to the season and challenge for promotion, once they can transfer their impressive home form to matches on the road.Saturday's 2-0 home win over Notts County was a third successive home league victory, and leaves them eighth in League One with 10 points, one point adrift of the top six.Reading have won three of their four home games at the Select Car Leasing Stadium but are yet to be victorious on the roa
  
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• Younes Ebnoutalib speaks on emotional Jürgen Klopp phone call and decision to represent Germany

  22-09-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Younes Ebnoutalib speaks on emotional Jürgen Klopp phone call and decision to represent GermanyYounes Ebnoutalib’s remarkable rise from the Regionalliga to the German national team has taken another significant step, with the Eintracht Frankfurt striker revealing that Jürgen Klopp played a major role in his decision to represent Germany rather than Morocco. The Frankfurt-born 23-year-old was eligible for both countries and confirmed on Tuesday that he had spoken with Morocco nati
  
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• Bradley linked with Hibs as Ferry puts Dundee United talks on hold - gossip

  22-09-2026 15:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley is a leading candidate to take over at Hibernian following head coach David Gray's departure. (Irish Independent - subscription required)Republic of Ireland international Will Ferry has put contract talks with Dundee United on hold. (Courier - subscription required)Ferry, 25, is not prepared to make a decision about his future in September. (Record - subscription required)Ferry has not ruled out remaining at Tannadice beyond next summer. (Sun)Vice-captain
  
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• Neutral venues and no 'away' fans - how Israel v Republic of Ireland became so contentious

  22-09-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Israel have not played a fixture on home soil for three years, since the beginning of the Gaza war, and have used Hungary as a home base for 10 fixtures in that time [Getty Images]An elite-level European football match will be played on Sunday at a neutral stadium, with no 'away' fans, and reduced television coverage.That the match is even taking place had been in doubt - one side had to vote on a motion confirming whether or not they would participate amid significant opposition from fans, pund
  
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• 🐣 This week's wonderkid: Younes Ebnoutalib 🇩🇪

  22-09-2026 15:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🐣 This week's wonderkid: Younes Ebnoutalib 🇩🇪As every week, OneFootball shines a light on a young talent on the rise. This Wednesday, the focus is on a new face in the Mannschaft!A first senior call-up to crown a meteoric rise. Called up for the first time by Jürgen Klopp with Germany, Younes Ebnoutalib is discovering the national team at just 23, a little over a year after playing in Germany’s fourth division for FC Gießen.Signed by Frankfurt in December
  
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• Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni agreed with Zinédine Zidane not to be included in France squad

  22-09-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni agreed with Zinédine Zidane not to be included in France squadThe new France manager, Zinédine Zidane, and Real Madrid’s Aurélien Tchouaméni (26) are reported to have jointly decided that the midfielder would not be included in the France squad for the September training camp, according to L’Équipe.A few days before the announcement of Zidane’s first squad as France manager, he is said t
  
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• Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho skips annual coaches’ meeting in Las Rozas

  22-09-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho skips annual coaches’ meeting in Las RozasReal Madrid coach Jose Mourinho was a notable absentee at the annual meeting of Spain’s First and Second Division coaches on Monday.The gathering, held at the City of Football in Las Rozas, is a common fixture on the calendar, bringing together managers from across the divisions once a year.However, Mourinho was not in attendance, and neither were several of his high-profile counterparts, reportsMundo Deporti
  
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• Malawi’s Afcon 2027 Challenge Starts With A Difficult Group

  22-09-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Malawi’s Afcon 2027 Challenge Starts With A Difficult GroupMalawi’s route back to the Africa Cup of Nations begins with a difficult but manageable group, as the Flames prepare to face Egypt, Angola and South Sudan in qualifying for the 2027 tournament. For supporters following the campaign, Premier Bet’s offering of bet on football odds will provide another way to keep up with the national team’s progress as Kalisto Pasuwa’s side attempts to return to the continenta
  
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• 🚨 Breaking: Scaloni is 75% likely to stay on as Argentina boss

  22-09-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Breaking: Scaloni is 75% likely to stay on as Argentina bossLionel Scaloni is set to remain as Argentina’s head coach.That is what was reported on 'OKDobleAmarilla', a 'DSports' program: Lionel Scaloni will continue with the Albiceleste.The negotiations were reportedly finalized this past Monday night and, with only financial details left to sort out, there is a 75% chance he will stay on.The details would be a two-year deal through the Copa América, followed by another tw
  
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• Club director denies ripping Arsenal off for summer signing

  22-09-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Club director denies ripping Arsenal off for summer signingHamburger SV sporting director Claus Costa has denied ripping Arsenal off for Fabio Vieira, but he conceded that HSV are very happy with the deal they agreed.Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty ImagesHamburger SV spent the whole summer negotiating with Arsenal for Fabio Vieira, talking the Gunners down from their initial €22m purchase clause to a deal for less than half that amount. The eventual deal was reportedly around €10m, albe
  
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• Adani: ‘Pulisic’s happiness is fundamental for Milan’

  22-09-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Adani: ‘Pulisic’s happiness is fundamental for Milan’Lele Adani believes Ruben Amorim’s system is the key to getting the best out of Christian Pulisic, whose goal at the weekend ended a long wait in Serie A.Speaking on La Domenica Sportiva on Rai 2, the former defender turned pundit said: “Pulisic’s happiness is fundamental for Milan: the joy of playing and the joy of being left free to express himself in that zone between the lines, between midfield and attac
  
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• Jan Paul van Hecke takes aim at Spurs teammate after Aston Villa defeat

  22-09-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jan Paul van Hecke takes aim at Spurs teammate after Aston Villa defeatTottenham crisis deepens after Jan Paul van Hecke’s brutal verdictTottenham are bottom of the Premier League, still without a win, and the noise is getting louder. Jan Paul van Hecke has now said publicly what plenty around the club will already be thinking. This start has been poor, the defending has been worse, and the mood is deteriorating.The £52m summer signing did not dress it up. “We had imagined it w
  
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• Galatasaray identify Real Madrid star as dream January target

  22-09-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Galatasaray identify Real Madrid star as dream January targetThere is some scope for Real Madrid to make their first winter signing in eight years when January rolls around, given their glaring problems in midfield – which have now been worse with the news that Federico Valverde will be out for an extended period with an ankle injury. However, it’s unlikely that anyone will arrive without someone leaving first, and if anyone is to depart, the most likely candidate would be Eduardo Ca
  
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• Roma ranked second in high pressing in Serie A

  22-09-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma ranked second in high pressing in Serie AAfter the first five matchdays of Serie A, the first statistics on team performance are starting to come in. Among the most interesting rankings is that relating to high pressing, a parameter that measures the intensity with which teams attempt to win the ball back in the opponent’s half. According to a special ranking published by OptaPaolo, Gian Piero Gasperini’s Roma, currently leading the league table with Inter and Lazio, occupies se
  
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