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• Farewell to a legend: Pedro Rodriguez hangs up his boots 🔚

  07-10-2026 12:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Farewell to a legend: Pedro Rodriguez hangs up his boots 🔚Canary Islands forward Pedro Rodríguez has officially announced his decision to hang up his boots and bring his playing career to an end. He shared the news in an emotional message on social media, reflecting on his career and thanking all the clubs, fans and teammates who have accompanied him on this journey.Pedro bows out as a true legend of Spanish and world football. His impressive trophy haul includes the historic treb
  
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• Henry says Arsenal must be wary of clubs outside the Premier League’s ‘Big Six’

  08-10-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Henry says Arsenal must be wary of clubs outside the Premier League’s ‘Big Six’Thierry Henry has warned Arsenal not to underestimate teams outside the Premier League’s so-called ‘Big Six’ this season.The Gunners were handed a massive wake-up call by Brighton & Hove Albion in their final outing before the extended international break.The Seagulls’ 3-0 home win ended Arsenal’s unbeaten start to the new season and highlighted why they could strugg
  
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• Infantino re-election boost as Concacaf chief will not stand

  08-10-2026 22:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Victor Montagliani was seen as a potential rival to Gianni Infantino's re-election bid [Getty Images]Gianni Infantino's chances of being re-elected as Fifa president appear to have been given a major boost after potential rival Victor Montagliani confirmed he wants to remain as head of Concacaf.The Canadian, 61, was widely seen as a possible candidate after Infantino's failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors sparked a global backlash. However, Montagliani never confirmed
  
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• West Ham £12.8m Midfielder Frozen Out At 28: Can Nuno Justify His January Stance?

  08-10-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham £12.8m Midfielder Frozen Out At 28: Can Nuno Justify His January Stance?West Ham face a January decision over Edson Álvarez, whose club situation has spilt into his Mexico career. Sport Witness reports that the midfielder may struggle to regain his place with El Tri after a documentary request during the 2026 World Cup reportedly irritated figures inside the federation.West Ham and Edson Álvarez face January decisionÁlvarez, 28, returned to London after Fenerb
  
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• Two Manchester City favourites want the club to stick together as their actions and words illustrate

  08-10-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Two Manchester City favourites want the club to stick together as their actions and words illustrateAt the moment it is Manchester City versus the world. The 115 verdict has painted City as the evil empire in football. There is no way to get around that conclusion at this stage. Despite the outside noise, it is clear that everyone associated with City is going to stick together through the noise. Two Manchester City favourites have illustrated this through their actions and words which shows how
  
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• Haaland Speaks Ahead of Liverpool Game Amid Man City Charges

  08-10-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Haaland Speaks Ahead of Liverpool Game Amid Man City ChargesErling Haaland calls for Manchester City unity as financial charges case heads to appealAt moments of institutional strain, footballers are often asked to serve two roles at once. They must prepare for the next match, and they must stand as public symbols for a club trying to preserve its own sense of order. That was the task placed before Erling Haaland this week, as Manchester City attempt to absorb the consequences of a landmark guil
  
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• Erling Haaland looks ahead to ‘special’ Liverpool clash

  08-10-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Erling Haaland looks ahead to ‘special’ Liverpool clashErling Haaland sends Anfield message ahead of Liverpool clashManchester City striker Erling Haaland has sent a measured message ahead of Sunday’s Premier League meeting with Liverpool at Anfield, acknowledging the significance of a fixture that has developed its own intensity over recent seasons.For Haaland, there is no shortage of experience when it comes to facing Liverpool on their own ground. The Norway international ha
  
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• Manchester City Centre-Forward Is Open To A Move To Barcelona: Big Blow For Maresca?

  08-10-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Centre-Forward Is Open To A Move To Barcelona: Big Blow For Maresca?In a recent report, journalist Pete O’Rourke claimed that Manchester City centre-forward Erling Haaland is open to a move to Barcelona next year. It is understood that the Norway international prefers to join the Catalan club over Arsenal if the Mancunian giants are relegated from the Premier League in the future.Haaland’s Impressive Record In The Premier League This SeasonHaaland has enjoyed a produc
  
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• NI must 'stay in the tie' in play-off first leg

  08-10-2026 21:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Northern Ireland forward Lauren Wade said her side is aiming to "stay in the tie" in the first leg of their World Cup play-off semi-final against Portugal.Michael McArdle's team welcome Portugal, who are ranked 28 places above them, to Inver Park on Friday (19:30 BST) before travelling to Portimao for Tuesday's second leg.If they overcome the Portuguese, which will be a tall order given their injury list and the youthful make up of the squad, they will face Croatia or Iceland in the play-off fin
  
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• Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins ownership group of La Liga's Atlético Madrid

  08-10-2026 21:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has joined the ownership group of Spanish soccer team Atlético Madrid, it was announced on Thursday."I'm excited to officially join Atlético de Madrid's ownership group," Gilgeous-Alexandersaid in a statement. "This is a club with a long-standing presence at the top of European football, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to be part of its future."Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Basketball league for the 2026-27 NBA seasonThe back
  
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• £29m star confirms he will replace club legend at Liverpool

  08-10-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  £29m star confirms he will replace club legend at LiverpoolAn exciting player is coming to replace a club legend at Liverpool. Jurgen Klopp's departure confirmed that it was the end of an era at Anfield. The German left the club more than two years ago now and the team that is now lining up under Andoni Iraola looks markedly different.There's no Mo Salah, no Trent Alexander-Arnold nor even Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez. The future Klopp envisioned for the Reds is now being spearheaded by the
  
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• Everton Snubbed 24-Year-Old Striker For David Moyes: Did They Make A Costly Mistake?

  08-10-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Snubbed 24-Year-Old Striker For David Moyes: Did They Make A Costly Mistake?Everton have every right to feel pleased with their start, yet the decision over Troy Parrott now looks costly. David Moyes’ side have taken nine points from five Premier League matches, winning twice and drawing three times, but they have scored only six league goals. Thierno Barry has supplied two, while Everton have had no alternative centre-forward.Parrott has become one of the most talked-about Irish f
  
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• Arsenal starlet Lisa Baum (19) looks forward to first Germany senior team cap

  08-10-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal starlet Lisa Baum (19) looks forward to first Germany senior team capThere has not been much time for Lisa Baum to stop and take stock. A year ago, the teenage winger was still establishing herself at RB Leipzig. This summer, Arsenal paid a reported Bundesliga-record €600,000 to take her to North London. Five league starts, two goals and one senior Germany call-up later, the 19-year-old suddenly finds herself preparing for another potential milestone.“Yes, there’s a lot
  
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• 3 players who can replace Leo Messi in the long run

  08-10-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  3 players who can replace Leo Messi in the long runThis week, Leo Messi took one last bow, roughly ten years after first retiring from international football.This time, it seems to be the case for good. And the note is fitting: the little maestro has completed football with his Copa América and World Cup triumphs with the Albiceleste, and against Benin last night he finished his national team stint in quintessential fashion as Argentina scored three goals: he assisted for the first two, a
  
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• Selection Dilemma For McInnes | Predicted 4-2-3-1 Rangers Lineup To Face Kilmarnock

  08-10-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Selection Dilemma For McInnes | Predicted 4-2-3-1 Rangers Lineup To Face KilmarnockAfter back-to-back Old Firm triumphs before the extended international window, Rangers return to action as bottom-placed Kilmarnock visit Ibrox on Saturday afternoon. A win could temporarily put them at the top of the table, ahead of Celtic’s clash with Motherwell a day later.Killie are struggling for survival early in the season, with just one victory in 7 appearances. But they showed some resilience before
  
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• A sense of calm reportedly remains at Manchester City

  08-10-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A sense of calm reportedly remains at Manchester CityThe Manchester City players have been somewhat sheltered from the backlash of the ‘115’ verdict. Due to the extended international break, the City players have been away either on international duty or the players who weren’t called up by their countries had a period of rest and holidays. This allowed them to be sheltered from the fierce backlash. However, there have now been reports surrounding the mood of the City players a
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool approach for Real Madrid star

  08-10-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool approach for Real Madrid starFabrizio Romano has confirmed it: Liverpool made an approach for a Real Madrid star. It could escalate from here.Liverpool got quite a lot of business done in the summer but there's certainly a sense that they didn't get everything they wanted. No midfielder arrived, for instance, despite a clear need to sign one - but we're hopeful that will get fixed in 2027.Mohamed Salah left without a replacement, too, as Liverpool failed to lan
  
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• Will Carrick Make Any Changes? | 4-2-3-1 Manchester United Predicted Lineup Vs Tottenham Hotspur

  08-10-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Will Carrick Make Any Changes? | 4-2-3-1 Manchester United Predicted Lineup Vs Tottenham HotspurManchester United will entertain Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford this Saturday as they look to secure all three points at home in the Premier League. The Red Devils managed to earn a hard-fought 1-1 draw away at Fulham before the international break, so they would be keen on getting back to winning ways in the league.Michael Carrick will set his men up in a 4-2-3-1 formation and is expected to keep
  
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• Lautaro, Paz and Serie A stars send messages to Messi after international retirement

  08-10-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lautaro, Paz and Serie A stars send messages to Messi after international retirementAll of the Serie A stars involved with the Argentina national team squad, including the likes of Lautaro Martinez, Nico Paz and Franco Mastantuono, have sent messages to Lionel Messi following his retirement from international football earlier this week: ‘You were, you are and always will be the greatest of all time’.Seven Serie A players were called up to the Argentina national team squad for Messi&r
  
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• Germany women’s national team hit by further withdrawals ahead of Australia friendly

  08-10-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany women’s national team hit by further withdrawals ahead of Australia friendlyGermany Women’s national team head coach Christian Wück faces mounting personnel problems ahead of Friday’s friendly against Australia, with Lea Schüller now also doubtful through illness. The 28-year-old striker is currently dealing with an infection and may miss Germany’s first match in more than four months.There remains some hope that Schüller could recover in time for F
  
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• Barcelona finalise teenage academy product’s contract until 2030 – report

  08-10-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona finalise teenage academy product’s contract until 2030 – reportAccording to SPORT, FC Barcelona have completed the renewal of breakout teenage prospect Xavi Espart, confirming a deal that had been widely expected within the club’s environment. The Catalan giants had already hinted at the agreement through sporting director Deco during the recent members’ assembly, with the deal now understood to be fully secured. New deal until 2030Until now, Espart had been on
  
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• Premier League star claims Liverpool’s atmosphere is ‘overrated’

  08-10-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League star claims Liverpool’s atmosphere is ‘overrated’Tom Cairney’s Anfield Atmosphere Claim Sparks Debate as Liverpool’s Home Edge Comes Under ReviewThere are some things in football that live somewhere between truth and folklore. Anfield atmosphere sits firmly in that category. It has broken teams, lifted Liverpool sides that looked beaten, and turned ordinary moments into something bigger. That is why Tom Cairney’s latest verdict lands with a bit
  
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• Liverpool interested in move for South American forward

  08-10-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool interested in move for South American forwardLiverpool transfer latest as Nicolás Scotti emerges on elite club shortlistsLiverpool are among the clubs keeping a close eye on Nicolás Scotti, the teenage winger from Defensor Sporting whose rapid rise in Uruguay is beginning to attract serious international attention. According to TeamTalk, the 16-year-old has gone from youth prospect to a player under active observation from some of Europe’s biggest sides.Scotti, born
  
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• Joan Garcia, Martin And Adeyemi To Start | 4-3-3 Barcelona Predicted Lineup Vs Getafe

  08-10-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Joan Garcia, Martin And Adeyemi To Start | 4-3-3 Barcelona Predicted Lineup Vs GetafeBarcelona will welcome Getafe at the Nou Camp this Saturday as they look to secure maximum points at home in La Liga. The Catalan club managed to earn an impressive 3-1 win away at Sevilla before the international break, which should keep them in good spirits going into this game.Hansi Flick will set his men up in a 4-3-3 formation and is expected to make some changes to his first XI for this clash. Both Joan Ga
  
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• Gigio Donnarumma’s agent reveals Manchester City chaos changes nothing

  08-10-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gigio Donnarumma’s agent reveals Manchester City chaos changes nothingLast week, Manchester City keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma was being linked with a shock return to the Serie A, as Juventus and Inter have been monitoring his situation.The key behind a possible move was going to be the Citizens’ legal trouble, as they’ve been found guilty of 114 charges in the Premier League. The two Italian sides have been keen on taking advantage of this chaos.Donnarumma’s agent Enzo Rai
  
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• Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos takes his first steps towards becoming a coach

  08-10-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos takes his first steps towards becoming a coachIn a major update, AS reports that former Real Madrid midfielder and club legend Toni Kroos has taken his first step towards starting his coaching career.The former Germany international has told the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) that he is interested in joining the coaching course reserved for professional footballers.Real Madrid tried to bring Kroos backIt is no secret that Real Madrid considered bringing Toni Kro
  
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• Maresca breaks silence on Man City charges ahead of Liverpool clash: ‘We don’t care about the noise’

  08-10-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Maresca breaks silence on Man City charges ahead of Liverpool clash: ‘We don’t care about the noise’Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has insisted he and his players refuse to be distracted by the noise around the club’s financial charges ahead of Sunday’s huge clash with Liverpool.City return to Premier League action at Anfield on Sunday afternoon after a three-week international break, with the club’s financial case still dominating the headlines.However, Ma
  
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• Gyokeres, Mosquera And Lewis-Skelly To Start | 4-2-3-1 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs Leeds United

  08-10-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gyokeres, Mosquera And Lewis-Skelly To Start | 4-2-3-1 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs Leeds UnitedArsenal will welcome Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday as they look to secure a positive result at home in the Premier League. The Gunners suffered a tough 3-0 loss away at Brighton and Hove Albion before the international break, so they would be desperate to put in a much-improved showing this weekend.Mikel Arteta will set his side up in a 4-2-3-1 formation and is expected to make a few
  
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• Bayern goalkeeping talent Leonard Prescott (17) courted by Chelsea and USMNT

  08-10-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern goalkeeping talent Leonard Prescott (17) courted by Chelsea and USMNTBayern Munich face an increasingly complicated decision over highly-rated goalkeeper Leonard Prescott as interest in the 17-year-old continues to grow both at club and international level. Transfermarkt reports that Chelsea and Juventus remain strongly interested in the New York-born German-American, while several Bundesliga clubs have also explored the possibility of signing him.Bayern want to extend Prescott’s co
  
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• Barcelona-linked Dutch midfield prospect closing in on renewal with current club

  08-10-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona-linked Dutch midfield prospect closing in on renewal with current clubKees Smit happens to be one of the most exciting young talents coming through in Dutch football in recent years. The 20-year-old starlet, who plays for AZ Alkmaar, has been constantly linked with a move to big club over the past couple of years, with both FC Barcelona and Real Madrid being touted as potential destinations.In fact, the Dutch midfielder has never hidden the fact that he admires Barça and would l
  
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