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• Fans group questions Desmond's priorities amid Celtic protest row

  04-10-2026 23:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dermot Desmond was escorted off the course by security [PA Media]The Celtic Fans Collective has criticised Dermot Desmond's "priorities" after the Scottish champions withdrew recognition of the group following a protest against the major shareholder at the Alfred Dunhill Links golf tournament in St Andrews.Tennis balls with pictures of the 76-year-old's face scored out were thrown on to the 15th green at the pro-am competition on Saturday, with images showing Desmond later having to be escorted
  
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• Hallgrimsson says Israel 'tried to intimidate' Republic of Ireland amid spitting row

  05-10-2026 00:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson said he felt Israel were "trying to intimidate" his team amid allegations of spitting during Sunday's tense Uefa Nations League draw. The teams clashed at half-time in the 1-1 draw behind closed doors in Serbia, with the Irish Times reporting that Republic of Ireland head of athletic performance Damien Doyle alleged he had been spat at by an Israel player.On television pictures, a voice can be heard saying "he spat on me!" as the players made th
  
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• No other team should go through this - Hallgrimsson

  05-10-2026 00:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hallgrimsson's side drew 1-1 with Israel in Serbia to conclude a four-game international window [Getty Images]Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson could only say he was "delighted" this most trying of international windows is over and hopes "no national team to go through what we have gone through over the last two weeks".With four games played in the space of two weeks - just one on Irish soil - and around 5,000 miles travelled, Sunday's behind-closed-doors 1-1 draw against Israel in
  
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• Portugal boss says door open for Ronaldo return

  05-10-2026 00:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo's last Portugal game was against Wales in Lisbon [Getty Images]Cristiano Ronaldo can still return for Portugal if he chooses to, says boss Jorge Jesus.The 41-year-old captain left their Nations League camp after being an unused substitute against Norway and then finding out he would not start against Denmark.Al-Nassr forward Ronaldo has scored 146 goals in 234 Portugal appearances - both world records.After leaving the camp he wrote on social media: "In due course, I will tell
  
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• History for Edendork and St Brigid's as Dingle exit

  05-10-2026 00:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Reigning All-Ireland senior club champions Dingle were knocked out of the Kerry SFC by Spa [Getty Images]Edendork secured the first Tyrone Senior Football Championship final berth in their history with an eight-point win over Donaghmore.St Malachy's was founded in 1932 and has a handful of intermediate and junior titles to their name, but they had not yet reached the dizzying heights of the Tyrone senior football final.This year, Brian McGuckian and Malachy McGlinchey's side claimed the scalps o
  
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• Jorge Jesus opens door to CR7 return: Come back whenever you want

  04-10-2026 23:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jorge Jesus opens door to CR7 return: Come back whenever you wantThere is still a future for Cristiano Ronaldo with the Portugal national team.That assurance came from Jorge Jesus during a press conference after this Sunday’s (4) win over Norway.The coach made it clear that the 41-year-old forward “can come back whenever he wants.”"I don’t know what will happen, everything is still open. Cris is the one who has to decide his life. We spoke before this call-up, and now the
  
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• 🚨 Cris must decide: Portugal boss opens the door for Ronaldo

  04-10-2026 23:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Cris must decide: Portugal boss opens the door for RonaldoJorge Jesus has clearly opened the door to Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to the national team. After Portugal’s 2-1 win over Norway, the head coach spoke openly about the captain’s future and assured that, from his side, “everything is open.”“I don’t know what will happen. As far as I’m concerned, everything is open,” the head coach explained after the match on Portuguese TV.&nb
  
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• 🚨 Cris must decide: Portugal boss opens door for Ronaldo

  04-10-2026 23:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Cris must decide: Portugal boss opens door for RonaldoJorge Jesus has clearly opened the door to Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to the national team. After Portugal’s 2-1 win over Norway, the national coach spoke openly about the captain’s future and assured that, from his side, “everything is open.”“I don’t know what will happen. As far as I’m concerned, everything is open,” the national coach explained after the match on Portuguese TV
  
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• Portugal continue winning ways without Cristiano Ronaldo as Erling Haaland limps off

  04-10-2026 23:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Title holders Portugal maintained their 100% record in the Nations League with a 2-1 ​home win over Norway on Sunday to seal a place in the March quarter-finals and shift the focus further away from Cristiano Ronaldo's abrupt exit from the squad last week.But Erling Haaland sparked concern for Norway and Manchester City by requesting he be substituted in the 67th minute of the tie, and limped off the pitch. Portugal’s win was soured by a red card for Francisco Conceicao four minutes
  
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• Ireland and Israel share spoils in ill-tempered Nations League clash behind closed doors

  04-10-2026 23:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Troy Parrott’s first-half penalty was cancelled out after the break as the Republic of Ireland played out a 1-1 Nations League draw with Israel behind closed doors in Serbia.The Republic’s ‘home’ fixture was held on neutral territory at the 4,500-seat TSC arena in Backa Topola, due to “operational challenges” amid an ugly atmosphere between the two sides due to tensions over the Israel-Gaza war.Parrott, who has now scored 10 times in his last seven competitive
  
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• Haaland injury worry as Norway lose in Portugal

  04-10-2026 23:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Nations LeaguePortugal 2 - 1 Norway FTErling Haaland has failed to score in back-to-back games for Norway [Getty Images]Erling Haaland sparked injury concerns as he limped off in Norway's 2-1 Nations League defeat by Portugal.The Manchester City striker beckoned to the bench to be substituted in the 67th minute of the Group A4 tie.His club will await further news as they prepare for a trip to Liverpool on Sunday in the Premier League.It will be their first game since they were found guilty
  
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• Liverpool Are Eyeing A Move For This Tottenham Hotspur Ace Next Year: Good Option For Iraola?

  04-10-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Eyeing A Move For This Tottenham Hotspur Ace Next Year: Good Option For Iraola?In a recent report, journalist Pete O’Rourke claimed that Liverpool are eyeing a move for Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven next year. It has been stated that the Reds are showing interest in recruiting the Dutch centre-back, but Spurs are unwilling to let him leave.Van De Ven’s Inconsistent Form In English FootballVan de Ven is having an inconsistent campaign at the North London cl
  
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• 🚨 A Spanish football icon lands at Oviedo out of the blue

  04-10-2026 23:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 A Spanish football icon lands at Oviedo out of the blueReal Oviedo have completed the signing of José Luis Morales until June 2027 amid a full-blown injury crisis in their forward line.The club have turned to an experienced attacker to ease the injury problems affecting almost all of their strikers.The arrival of the Madrid-born player is a response to a sporting emergency: the Blues have been left short of options up front. Morales arrives on a one-season contract.At 39, Morale
  
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• West Ham United Eye This 47-Year-Old Fan Favourite As Manager: Should Nuno Be Worried About His Future?

  04-10-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham United Eye This 47-Year-Old Fan Favourite As Manager: Should Nuno Be Worried About His Future?West Ham have reportedly identified Wales manager Craig Bellamy as a potential successor to Nuno Espirito Santo, although there is currently no immediate threat to the Portuguese manager’s position.The 47-year-old has attracted attention after establishing himself as an ambitious young coach with Wales. He is currently in the third year of his four-year contract with the national team, de
  
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• "Bodes well": Liverpool take gigantic step towards Alisson and Van Dijk contract renewals

  04-10-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  "Bodes well": Liverpool take gigantic step towards Alisson and Van Dijk contract renewalsLiverpool will soon have decisions to make over two of their most important players. Alisson Becker, 34, and Virgil van Dijk, 35, are out of contract at the end of the 2026/27 season.Alisson, the Reds’ long-serving goalkeeper, had a clause activated in his deal last summer which committed the Brazilian to another 12 months at Anfield.That was despite the presence of Juventus in talks for the shot-stopp
  
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• Ramos hits late winner as Portugal beat Norway

  04-10-2026 23:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Nations LeaguePortugal 2 - 1 Norway FTGoncalo Ramos has scored in all three of his 2026 Nations League starts[Getty Images]Goncalo Ramos scored the winner as Portugal beat Norway to make it four Nations League wins out of four under Jorge Jesus.They had to come from behind after the visitors - who lost Erling Haaland to a suspected injury - took a 36th-minute lead.Brentford defender Kristoffer Ajer controlled Martin Odegaard's cross on his chest before hitting a sweet half-volley into the t
  
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• Portugal beat Norway amid Haaland injury worry

  04-10-2026 23:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Nations LeaguePortugal 2 - 1 Norway FTGoncalo Ramos has scored in all three of his 2026 Nations League starts[Getty Images]Goncalo Ramos scored the winner as Portugal beat Norway to make it four Nations League wins out of four under Jorge Jesus.They had to come from behind after the visitors - who lost Erling Haaland to a suspected injury - took a 36th-minute lead.Brentford defender Kristoffer Ajer controlled Martin Odegaard's cross on his chest before hitting a sweet half-volley into the t
  
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• 🎥 Jorge Jesus was right? Portugal book knockout spot after stunners

  04-10-2026 22:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Jorge Jesus was right? Portugal book knockout spot after stunnersThe current UEFA Nations League champions have shown that the controversy surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo is still not affecting them on the pitch.  And they have already secured a place in the quarter-finals of this edition.Portugal maintained their 100% record when they faced Norway in Porto.They fell behind, but secured a 2-1 win to confirm their place in the knockout stage this Sunday (4) after four rounds. Wi
  
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• Manchester United Could Move In For This French Forward This January: Should Carrick Go For Him?

  04-10-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Could Move In For This French Forward This January: Should Carrick Go For Him?In a recent report, journalist Pete O’Rourke revealed that Manchester United could move in for Crystal Palace forward Jean-Philippe Mateta this January. It is believed that the Red Devils are eyeing a move to bring the French talent to Old Trafford, but only if they lose another forward this winter.Mateta’s Impressive Form In The Premier LeagueMateta enjoyed a decent run of form at the Lon
  
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• Republic of Ireland denied by Israel in draw

  04-10-2026 22:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Nations LeagueRepublic of Ireland 1 - 1 Israel FTThe result leaves the Republic of Ireland third in Group B3 [Getty Images]Troy Parrott's latest international goal was not enough to lift the Republic of Ireland to victory as they were held to a draw by Israel in Sunday's Uefa Nations League game in Serbia. Parrott put the Republic of Ireland ahead before the break with a well-taken penalty - his fourth goal in three games - after Jimmy Dunne was fouled. However, Israel captain Dor Peretz ea
  
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• Steven Gerrard Hints Returning At Rangers: Should Derek McInnes Be Worried?

  04-10-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Steven Gerrard Hints Returning At Rangers: Should Derek McInnes Be Worried?Steven Gerrard has refused to rule out managing Rangers again, although he insists that Derek McInnes deserves complete respect while occupying the Ibrox dugout.The former Liverpool captain remains hugely popular among Rangers supporters after delivering the club’s historic 55th Scottish league title in 2021. However, his latest comments suggest that he has little interest in creating unnecessary pressure around McI
  
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• Juventus will pull out all the stops to complete deal for Liverpool 19-year-old

  04-10-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus will pull out all the stops to complete deal for Liverpool 19-year-oldLiverpool have taken steps in recent transfer windows to safeguard the future at centre-back.Jeremy Jacquet - a £60m arrival from Rennes - has been a revelation, slotting in alongside Virgil van Dijk in his debut Anfield campaign.But others have arrived too as Andoni Iraola wrestles with the conundrum of losing the captain - as well as Joe Gomez - when their contracts expire in summer 2027.Leoni suffers devastat
  
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• Arsenal 10 points off WSL leaders - is Slegers' job at risk?

  04-10-2026 22:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Renee Slegers led Arsenal to the Women's Champions League title in 2025 [Getty Images]It is only five matches into the Women's Super League season and Arsenal are already 10 points behind leaders Manchester City - so is manager Renee Slegers' position at risk?The Gunners have won just two of their opening seven matches in all competitions and sit 10th in the WSL table. It is dismal reading for Arsenal fans, whose optimism has quickly diminished and their 4-2 defeat at City on Sunday added furthe
  
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• Real Madrid join race for Scott - Monday's gossip

  04-10-2026 22:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bournemouth's Alex Scott at the centre of a transfer tussle, Arsenal show interest in Juventus winger Kenan Yildiz, while Real Betis rebuff speculation linking Troy Parrott with a move away.Real Madrid are considering joining the race to sign Alex Scott after watching the Bournemouth and England midfielder, 23, closely in recent weeks. (Teamtalk)Chelsea are in pole position to sign Scott from Bournemouth, with Liverpool and Arsenal also interested. (Telegraph - subscription required)Arsenal are
  
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• Should Aston Villa Hijack Tottenham’s Transfer Plans For This €40m Rated Striker?

  04-10-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Should Aston Villa Hijack Tottenham’s Transfer Plans For This €40m Rated Striker?Aston Villa could face competition from Tottenham Hotspur for Benfica striker Vangelis Pavlidis, who reportedly wants to fulfil his ambition of playing in the Premier League. According to Portuguese newspaper A Bola, via Sport Witness, the Greek international remains interested in English football and would welcome an opportunity to leave Lisbon if Benfica approve his departure.Aston Villa face competitio
  
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• Como boss Cesc Fabregas reveals how Antonio Conte inspired him

  04-10-2026 22:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como boss Cesc Fabregas reveals how Antonio Conte inspired himSerie A side Como have reaped rewards of having appointed Cesc Fabregas, who now taken them into the Champions League. As they look to go a level up, the Spaniard has revealed some key inspirations of his career.Fabregas was present at the Trento Sports Festival today and like the others, he was asked a host of questions while on stage.The Como boss was asked about his former managers Antonio Conte and Arsene Wenger during his playing
  
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• Manchester City beat hapless Arsenal as London City Lionesses rout Spurs in statement win

  04-10-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lauren Hemp scored twice as Manchester City came from behind on two occasions to beat Arsenal 4-2 in the Women's Super League on Sunday, keeping the champions top of the table heading into the international break after a fifth straight win from their opening five matches. Arsenal went ahead through Lisa Baum in the 43rd minute, but City levelled when Hemp forced the ball home from a tight angle in first-half stoppage time.Alessia Russo put the Gunners back in front four minutes after the break b
  
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• Liverpool prepare for almighty battle to land England midfielder ahead of Real Madrid and Chelsea

  04-10-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool prepare for almighty battle to land England midfielder ahead of Real Madrid and ChelseaLiverpool opted against making a signing in midfield last summer. Andoni Iraola is relying on the same cast of midfield characters in the middle of the park. In fact the 2024/25 Premier League champions instead got rid of some of their midfield options.With Trey Nyoni earmarked for more football this season - and James McConnell not going on loan - certain names were sacrificed without replacements c
  
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• Jeremy Jacquet reveals mindset behind rapid rise

  04-10-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jeremy Jacquet reveals mindset behind rapid riseJeremy Jacquet has enjoyed a meteoric rise both at Liverpool and with France in the past couple of months.Jacquet has nailed down a starting berth at Liverpool, forming a strong partnership with Virgil van Dijk, helping the Reds keep three clean sheets in five Premier League games.The 21-year-old has also started France’s last two UEFA Nations League games. Head coach Zinedine Zidane described his display in the draw against Italy as ‘v
  
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• Everton’s Defensive Record Praised By Alan Smith: Can Moyes Solve Their Goal Problem?

  04-10-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton’s Defensive Record Praised By Alan Smith: Can Moyes Solve Their Goal Problem?Everton have given their fans plenty of reasons for optimism after reaching the October international break unbeaten in seven matches across all competitions. David Moyes has established a disciplined side, and former England striker Alan Smith believes the manager deserves considerable recognition for that progress.Alan Smith highlights Moyes’ defensive work at EvertonSpeaking to the Liverpool Echo,
  
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