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• Fofana seals £30m move to Sunderland

  02-09-2026 01:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fofana scored two goals and provided one assist in an injury-hit 2025-26 season [Getty Images]Sunderland have beaten Crystal Palace to the signing of Malick Fofana from Lyon in a deal worth £30m.The forward is the Black Cats' fifth signing of the summer and has agreed a long-term deal at the Stadium of Light. The 21-year-old joins Kevin Danso in signing for Sunderland on deadline day and will bolster the club's squad ahead of their first European campaign since 1973."Malick has all the att
  
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• Torres And Gomes To Start | 4-2-3-1 Aston Villa Predicted Lineup Vs Club Brugge

  07-09-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Torres And Gomes To Start | 4-2-3-1 Aston Villa Predicted Lineup Vs Club BruggeAston Villa will lock horns with Club Brugge at the Jan Breydel Stadium this Tuesday as they look to earn a positive result on the road in the UEFA Champions League. The Villans could only secure a 0-0 draw away at Hull City recently, so they would be eager to return to winning ways in midweek.Unai Emery will set his men up in a 4-2-3-1 formation and is expected to make some changes to his first team for this game. Pa
  
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• Report: Arsenal forward set to stay until replacement is signed

  07-09-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal forward set to stay until replacement is signedArsenal Transfer News: Viktor Gyokeres Stance Clear as Julian Alvarez and Ivan Toney Plans EmergeArsenal’s position in the striker market appears increasingly defined, with TeamTalk reporting that Viktor Gyokeres will not be allowed to leave unless Mikel Arteta has an elite replacement ready to arrive. It is a firm stance, and one that says plenty about how Arsenal continue to build under a manager who values profile and tactic
  
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• Maldini becoming Serie A’s latest journeyman at 24 after first goal for Cagliari

  07-09-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Maldini becoming Serie A’s latest journeyman at 24 after first goal for CagliariDaniel Maldini is fast becoming a Serie A ‘journeyman’ at the age of just 24, as his first goal for Cagliari means that he has now scored for more Italian sides than any other player over the last five years.Maldini has now scored for six different Serie A clubs aged 24Maldini scored the first goal of his Cagliari career in a 1-0 victory at home against Lecce in Serie A on Monday evening, lifting Fa
  
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• Lazio boss Gattuso: ‘Playing against Udinese is like going to the dentist’

  07-09-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lazio boss Gattuso: ‘Playing against Udinese is like going to the dentist’Gennaro Gattuso has likened facing Udinese to “going to the dentist” as Lazio prepare to take on Kosta Runjaic’s side in Serie A.The Biancocelesti coach spoke to Sky Sport shortly before kick-off, with quotes via TuttoMercatoWeb, acknowledging the difficulty of the fixture while praising the standard of refereeing in the early stages of the season.“The level is always high. Compliments t
  
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• Report – The advice Barcelona gave Hansi Flick about Real Madrid boss Mourinho

  07-09-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report – The advice Barcelona gave Hansi Flick about Real Madrid boss MourinhoCurrently in his third season at FC Barcelona, Hansi Flick has handled the media in an exceptional manner.Throughout his stint at the club, where media frenzy is a norm, Flick has shown the experience and composure to avoid unnecessary controversy, particularly in press conferences, where his message is usually straightforward and focused on the opponent in front of him.Barcelona’s advice about MourinhoEven
  
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• Inter Milan boss Chivu praises Mourinho ahead of Real Madrid showdown: ‘A special person’

  07-09-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter Milan boss Chivu praises Mourinho ahead of Real Madrid showdown: ‘A special person’Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu has described Jose Mourinho as “a special person” ahead of Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League meeting with Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu.The Romanian spent two seasons playing under Mourinho at Inter between 2008 and 2010, a period that culminated in the club winning the Champions League at the very same stadium in 2010.A serial winnerSp
  
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• Inter coach Chivu: ‘We want to make history’ ahead of Real Madrid showdown

  07-09-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter coach Chivu: ‘We want to make history’ ahead of Real Madrid showdownCristian Chivu insists Inter are determined to “write important pages in the history” of the club as they prepare to begin their Champions League campaign against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu.The Nerazzurri face one of the toughest possible opening nights in Europe, returning to the stadium where José Mourinho guided them to one of the most memorable victories in their history
  
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• Future of Liverpool’s most important player confirmed after major transfer news emerges

  07-09-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Future of Liverpool’s most important player confirmed after major transfer news emergesLiverpool finally got their first win of the Premier League season under their belt on Friday. Andoni Iraola led his men to a 2-0 win against the recently promoted Ipswich and, while Liverpool should have easily beaten them, the fact that they did it with such ease was a nice surprise.Recently, the Anfield outfit looked like they were lacking identity but, after Friday's win, it finally feels like the Re
  
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• 🚨Confirmed XIs: Martínez Valero marks anniversary amid urgency

  07-09-2026 20:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨Confirmed XIs: Martínez Valero marks anniversary amid urgencyElche CF and Real Sociedad bring the curtain down on Matchday 4 of LaLiga EA Sports this Monday (21:30 in Spain / 13:30 in Mexico) at the Martínez Valero Stadium. The occasion has a special touch, as the Verdiblancos celebrate the 50th anniversary of their ground while looking to give their fans their first win of the tournament after taking just one point from a possible nine.
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• Serie A | Cagliari 1-0 Lecce: Main man Maldini off the mark

  07-09-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A | Cagliari 1-0 Lecce: Main man Maldini off the markDaniel Maldini was the star of the show and provided the only goal of the game as a dominant Cagliari picked up an important 1-0 victory at home against Lecce in Serie A on Monday evening.The hosts came into today’s side sat in 11th place in the Serie A standings after one win and one draw from their opening two league matches of the 2026-27 campaign. Lecce had the same points tally, but sat a few positions further down the standin
  
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• 😮 Augsburg make history! But Bayern's dominance remains colossal

  07-09-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😮 Augsburg make history! But Bayern's dominance remains colossalWhat a moment for everyone in Augsburg! On Matchday 2 of the 2026/27 season, FC Augsburg sit top of the Bundesliga table for the first time in club history after a 4-1 win in Frankfurt.That secures the Swabians a place in the history books, making them the 37th club in Bundesliga history to enjoy this spot in the sun at least once, according to a report by 'kicker'. A real milestone.As wonderful as these surprise moments are
  
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• 📸 Maldini celebrates, but late penalty chaos: Cagliari beat Lecce 🔥

  07-09-2026 20:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Maldini celebrates, but late penalty chaos: Cagliari beat Lecce 🔥Daniel Maldini’s first goal in a Cagliari shirt was also worth three hugely important points for the Sardinians.Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 a month!Daniel Maldini’s goal was the only and decisive one of the match, even though both teams had several chances to make the game much more high-scoring, especially the home side. There was no s
  
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• Sneijder backs Dumfries to do well ahead of Real Madrid vs Inter Milan – ‘He has the quality’

  07-09-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sneijder backs Dumfries to do well ahead of Real Madrid vs Inter Milan – ‘He has the quality’Real Madrid begin their Champions League campaign on Tuesday against Inter Milan, and the fixture carries added significance for one of their summer signings.Denzel Dumfries will come up against his former club, having joined Real Madrid from Inter earlier in the window after five successful seasons in Italy.And ahead of the reunion, Dutch legend Wesley Sneijder has backed his compatrio
  
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• Andoni Iraola urged to back ‘absolutely brilliant’ Liverpool star

  07-09-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola urged to back ‘absolutely brilliant’ Liverpool starRonald Araújo Gives Liverpool Major Right-Back Decision After Ipswich DisplayLiverpool’s first Premier League victory under Andoni Iraola provided the obvious headlines through Alexander Isak’s two goals, but another performance at Portman Road may have given the new head coach an unexpected solution.Ronald Araújo started at right-back in Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Ipswich Town, replaci
  
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• Barcelona lead Europe’s top five leagues in goals scored this season

  07-09-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona lead Europe’s top five leagues in goals scored this seasonDespite failing to land their top target Julian Alvarez, Barcelona have had a mesmerising start to the new season, especially from an attacking point of view.The Catalans have won their opening four matches in LaLiga, and they have scored goals for fun in all of those matches, with the current set of attackers absolutely on fire.Barcelona’s scoring tally improved further in their recent 5-0 win over Valencia at Mesta
  
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• Worthing sign Torquay striker Young

  07-09-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Worthing have signed striker Jordan Young from National League South side Torquay United for an undisclosed fee.Young, 27, has scored 35 goals in 88 appearances for Torquay since joining from Yeovil Town in October 2024."Jordan has great dead-ball delivery and can score and assists goals from out of nowhere, so he's going to be a really important player for us," Worthing manager Adam Hinshelwood told the club's website.Torquay United said the agreement between the two clubs "also ensures th
  
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• Liverpool send scouts to watch 'incredible' star in action

  07-09-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool send scouts to watch 'incredible' star in actionLiverpool still have a lot of work to do to their squad this season. Even though Andoni Iraola welcomed four new faces through the Anfield doors, there are still many areas among their ranks that could do with upgrading.Admittedly, Friday's 2-0 win against Ipswich was probably the Reds' best performance of the season but, if that level of performance can't be replicated every week, there's no point for them to have played as well as they
  
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• Mourinho underlines the key for Real Madrid ahead of CL opener vs Inter: ‘Must have the ability to overcome…’

  07-09-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho underlines the key for Real Madrid ahead of CL opener vs Inter: ‘Must have the ability to overcome…’Real Madrid begin their Champions League campaign on Tuesday when they welcome Inter Milan to the Bernabeu.Ahead of the crucial European opener, coach Jose Mourinho sat down with the club media to discuss a range of topics, from his personal ambition to the threat posed by Real Madrid’s continental rivals.Mourinho on his ambition and Real Madrid’s demandsFir
  
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• Arsenal loan watch: 3 players make debuts in weekend fixtures

  07-09-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal loan watch: 3 players make debuts in weekend fixturesArsenal loanees Ethan Nwaneri, Tommy Setford, and Sophie Harwood all made their debuts over the weekend, after completing their transfers late in the summer window.Photo by Sona Maleterova/Getty ImagesThe big news from the Arsenal men’s loanees over the weekend was Ethan Nwaneri’s debut for Borussia Dortmund against Hoffenheim.Nwaneri came off the bench in the 32nd minute, after an injury to Filippo Mane, and things initial
  
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• 'It's time for me to step up' - Ramsey

  07-09-2026 20:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Jacob Ramsey is ready to "step up" for Newcastle this season following the summer's departures of fellow midfielders Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali.Ramsey, who joined the Magpies last summer for £40m, made 28 appearances last season with 13 of those coming from the bench.He has had to settle with three appearances from the bench this season too under head coach Matthias Jaissle, but scored against Bournemouth on Saturday to earn his side a point. "If you're looking from th
  
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• Levante captain itching to face Barcelona in La Liga: ‘We’re going in without fear’

  07-09-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Levante captain itching to face Barcelona in La Liga: ‘We’re going in without fear’FC Barcelona have taken an early lead in the La Liga title race, having won four in four games so far since the start of the 2026/27 season.The Blaugrana’s latest match against Valencia ended in a brutal 5-0 thrashing for the hosts at Mestalla, ensuring that Barça took a lead over second-placed Alaves and third-placed Real Madrid.Up next for Hansi Flick’s men in the league is a
  
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• Lautaro: ‘Champions League objective for Inter, we all knew Messi’s time would come’

  07-09-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lautaro: ‘Champions League objective for Inter, we all knew Messi’s time would come’Lautaro Martinez believes that winning the Champions League is a realistic objective for Inter, says that he and his teammates will have to be at the top of their game to get past Real Madrid and has also responded to questions on his international colleagues Lionel Messi and Julian Alvzrez.Lautaro Martinez pre-match assessment ahead of Real Madrid vs. InterMartinez and his Nerazzurri teammates
  
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• USMNT boss Mauricio Pochettino appears to take swipe at star player as he vows to make major change

  07-09-2026 19:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mauricio Pochettino has promised to overhaul the culture and standards within the United States men’s national team at the start of his second stint, in comments that seemed aimed at star Christian Pulisic’s choice to opt out of the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup."It was difficult to make the roster for the Gold Cup one year before because the mindset was different," Pochettino said Monday during an online question-and-answer session with reporters. "You say, 'If I play, I have not holidays.
  
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• 🌟 Champions League: 5 talking points from matchday 1

  07-09-2026 19:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🌟 Champions League: 5 talking points from matchday 1It’s finally back!The Champions League returns this week for the 2026-2027 season!Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: the first 18 fixtures of this new edition will be played across three days, with five major talking points already, which we present to you here.Real Madrid: is the giant of Europe back?Four days after Real Madrid’s first defeat of the season (a 1-0 loss away to Real Betis), Real Madrid and José Mourinho
  
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• Serie A: Udinese vs. Lazio – Confirmed line-ups and updates

  07-09-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A: Udinese vs. Lazio – Confirmed line-ups and updatesKosta Runjaic and Gennaro Gattuso have confirmed their selections as Udinese host Lazio at the Bluenergy Stadium in the final match of the third round of 2026-27 Serie A fixtures.Udinese have made a mixed start to the new campaign, holding Como to a 1-1 draw in their opening fixture before beating newly promoted Monza 3-2 in their second match of the season.They will come up against a Biancocelesti side who have enjoyed a perfect s
  
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• Roma evaluating Raphael Guerreiro as free agent signing

  07-09-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma evaluating Raphael Guerreiro as free agent signingDespite the season already being underway, Roma are considering adding another signing to their roster, this time from the free agent market.More specifically, the capital club are monitoring the list of free agents for the left flank. According to transfer expert Ekrem Konur, Roma are evaluating Raphaël Guerreiro to strengthen their winger squad. The Portuguese winger, coming off a period in which he even considered early retirement la
  
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• Report: Brentford open contract talks with star amid Arsenal interest

  07-09-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Brentford open contract talks with star amid Arsenal interestBrentford Open Kevin Schade Contract Talks Amid Arsenal InterestBrentford have moved to protect one of their most dangerous attacking assets, with TeamTalk reporting that negotiations are now under way over a new deal for Kevin Schade. The early objective is clear, secure the winger’s future, reward his progress and place the club in a stronger position as interest gathers from Arsenal and other high-level suitors.Schade,
  
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• Official | Cristian Cásseres extends Toulouse FC contract

  07-09-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Cristian Cásseres extends Toulouse FC contractCristian Cásseres (26) has extended his contract with Toulouse FC until 2028, the club has officially announced.Originally signed with Les Violets until June 2027, the midfielder has now extended his contract by a further season. Having arrived in the Occitan region as part of a €1m transfer from the New York Red Bulls in the summer of 2023, Cásseres has established himself as a key player in his position in Ligue
  
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• 'New Sheff Wed story has great opening chapter'

  07-09-2026 19:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sheffield Wednesday are top of League One after four wins from their opening five matches [Getty Images]It'd be easy to look at the League One table, see Sheffield Wednesday at the top, and figure it's not that unexpected.After all, they're a recently relegated Championship team, and, as one of the bigger clubs in the division, it probably won't raise much of an eyebrow to outside observers.That would be an error.The best example as to why would be Leicester. On paper they still have a deep squa
  
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