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• Former Liverpool star claims rivals should suffer harshest sanctions

  04-10-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Liverpool star claims rivals should suffer harshest sanctionsManchester City Charges Appeal Sparks Fresh Debate Over Financial PunishmentThe fallout from the Manchester City charges case has moved into a new phase, with the club launching an appeal after a decision found them guilty on the majority of alleged Premier League financial rule breaches. The case has already become one of the most significant governance stories English football has faced, and the debate is now shifting from the
  
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• Hansi Flick set to begin Barcelona preparations with just eight first-team players

  04-10-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick set to begin Barcelona preparations with just eight first-team playersHansi Flick will begin preparations for Barcelona’s return to club football with an unusually small group.The ongoing international break leaves the German coach with potentially only eight first-team players for Monday’s training session.According to Diario AS, Barça will not have their full available squad together again until Thursday, barely 48 hours before they face Getafe at the Spotify Cam
  
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• 🎥 Alexia Putellas shines again for high-flying Lionesses

  04-10-2026 15:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥Alexia Putellas shines again for high-flying LionessesAlexia Putellas' shock summer move from Barcelona to London City Lionesses appears to be paying off. 
  The two-time Ballon d'Or Féminin winner took some time to find her feet in English football after failing to score in her first four appearances.However, the Spain international has started to showcase her quality with back-to-back goals in the WSL.Putellas opened her account last weekend in the Lionesses' 2-0 win ov
  
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• Manchester United have joined the race to sign £50m-rated forward

  04-10-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United have joined the race to sign £50m-rated forwardManchester United Join Arsenal and Chelsea in £50m Igor Matanovic Transfer RaceManchester United are among several leading Premier League clubs closely monitoring Freiburg striker Igor Matanovic, with the 23 year old emerging as one of the Bundesliga’s most interesting attacking prospects.According to Caught Offside, United have discussed Matanovic internally, while Arsenal and Chelsea have also regularly sent off
  
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• Spalletti: ‘Kenan Yildiz like Kvaratskhelia, Vlahovic causes his own trouble’

  04-10-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spalletti: ‘Kenan Yildiz like Kvaratskhelia, Vlahovic causes his own trouble’Luciano Spalletti compares Kenan Yildiz to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, ‘helped’ get the best out of Mohamed Salah, but identifies Dusan Vlahovic’s problem. ‘He causes his own trouble.’The Juventus coach sat down for a lengthy interview with Tuttosport, and you can read some more of his comments here.Spalletti has worked with so many talents in his career, including Kvaratskhelia befo
  
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• Frosinone president denies Roma-Kvernadze talks: “So far it’s just talk, no official offers.”

  04-10-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Frosinone president denies Roma-Kvernadze talks: “So far it’s just talk, no official offers.”Transfer rumors continue to entangle Giorgi Kvernadze’s future with that of Roma. The Frosinone player has been one of the players at the center of rumors in recent weeks regarding the Giallorossi club, which is always on the lookout for potential opportunities to strengthen its squad. Maurizio Stirpe, president of the Ciociaria club, took stock of the situation, commenting on the
  
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• Modric ‘ashamed’ after England hand Croatia worst defeat in their history

  04-10-2026 15:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luka Modric admitted feeling "ashamed" after Croatia suffered a crushing 7-0 defeat against England in Rijeka on Saturday, marking the heaviest loss in their history.The nation's previous record loss was a 6-0 beating by Spain in 2018. Modric, the country's most-capped player, insisted the nature of the defeat by England was unacceptable."It is difficult to find an explanation for such a performance without duels, fouls, aggressiveness, togetherness... I've been here for 20 years, but for the fi
  
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• Real Madrid loanee hits out at criticism after Argentina display: ‘Many times they are tough on me’

  04-10-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid loanee hits out at criticism after Argentina display: ‘Many times they are tough on me’Real Madrid signed Franco Mastantuono from River Plate last summer amid huge anticipation about the player he could become.However, after a bright start to the season, he faded and struggled to get regular minutes under Alvaro Arbeloa.The Argentine youngster moved on loan to Fiorentina in the summer, where he has settled in rather well.Mastantuono has opened up about the criticism surro
  
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• Report: Liverpool keen on La Liga midfielder

  04-10-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool keen on La Liga midfielderLiverpool Transfer News: Marc Bernal Could Be the Fabinho Successor Anfield Still CravesLiverpool supporters have lived with this midfield question for far too long. Ever since Fabinho left, there has been a sense of an important piece missing from the centre of the pitch, the kind of player who tidies chaos, reads danger early and gives the gifted footballers ahead of him the freedom to play. According to Anfield Watch, Liverpool are now tracking Barc
  
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• Liverpool keen on La Liga midfielder

  04-10-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool keen on La Liga midfielderLiverpool Transfer News: Marc Bernal Could Be the Fabinho Successor Anfield Still CravesLiverpool supporters have lived with this midfield question for far too long. Ever since Fabinho left, there has been a sense of an important piece missing from the centre of the pitch, the kind of player who tidies chaos, reads danger early and gives the gifted footballers ahead of him the freedom to play. According to Anfield Watch, Liverpool are now tracking Barcelona te
  
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• Real Madrid identify Juventus star as potential addition to attack

  04-10-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid identify Juventus star as potential addition to attackReal Madrid have one of the best forward lines on paper in Europe, even though Jose Mourinho needs to do a lot of work to get his attack performing at an optimal level. This summer, they further strengthened this area of the team by adding two new players, namely Carlos Espi and Yan Diomande.There is no doubt that if the Portuguese coach is able to work out an effective formula, his forward line can turn out to be truly unstoppabl
  
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• Njie confession: ‘Crystal Palace tried to hijack move, but I wanted Fiorentina’

  04-10-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Njie confession: ‘Crystal Palace tried to hijack move, but I wanted Fiorentina’Alieu Njie confessed his move from Torino was hijacked by Crystal Palace over the summer, but ‘it was too late, I told them it’s Fiorentina or nothing.’Currently on international duty with the Sweden Under-21 side, the winger has been in Italy since coming to the Torino youth academy in 2021.When the time came to move on from the Granata, he had several big offers, including from the Prem
  
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• Atlético Güímar-Sporting Hortaleza Copa tie suspended after trouble

  04-10-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atlético Güímar-Sporting Hortaleza Copa tie suspended after troubleSporting de Hortaleza’s bus was attacked upon its arrival in Tenerife for the Copa del Rey. A group of unidentified individuals threw stones at the Madrid side’s vehicle before the match.Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported, although several windows of the coach were completely smashed. The players and coaching staff went through moments of great tension and had to take cover inside.Securi
  
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• AC Milan ready to re-ignite pursuit for struggling Real Madrid youngster in January – report

  04-10-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  AC Milan ready to re-ignite pursuit for struggling Real Madrid youngster in January – reportReal Madrid’s abundance of riches in attack always meant someone was not going to get enough game time under Jose Mourinho.A couple of months into the new season, that someone appears to be Endrick. The Brazilian has found minutes extremely hard to come by.His lack of opportunities under Mourinho could reopen the door to a January departure, with AC Milan preparing another attempt to sign the
  
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• Bove reveals precious Calafiori advice for an Italian in London

  04-10-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bove reveals precious Calafiori advice for an Italian in LondonWatford’s Edoardo Bove reveals he is neighbours with Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori, who gave him some precious advice on living in London as an Italian.The pair grew up together as part of the Roma youth academy, and remained good friends over many years, including on international duty with Italy at youth level.Calafiori moved to England for Arsenal in the summer of 2024, and Bove followed to Watford in January after a c
  
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• New Italy debutant Vergara: ‘The result gave us confidence but Olise’s free kick left me speechless’

  04-10-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New Italy debutant Vergara: ‘The result gave us confidence but Olise’s free kick left me speechless’Antonio Vergara says Italy’s 1-1 draw with France gave the Azzurri renewed confidence, while admitting Michael Olise’s free-kick left him ‘speechless’ on his international debut.The Napoli forward was handed his first Italy appearance in the 62nd minute at the Stade de France, replacing Francesco Pio Esposito as Roberto Mancini introduced him to the action
  
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• Struggling Barcelona defender remains determined to stay despite Chelsea, Liverpool interest

  04-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Struggling Barcelona defender remains determined to stay despite Chelsea, Liverpool interestAlejandro Balde is one of the few Barcelona players who have struggled for form this season, even as his team continues to dominate Spain.Balde has featured in just 12 minutes of action this season and has fallen behind Xavi Espart and Joao Cancelo in the pecking order.Much like Jules Kounde, who has already accepted his fate in the team, Balde has been ruing his performances and poor form last season. As
  
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• Milan plot January loan for Endrick with Roma also in the running for the Real Madrid talent

  04-10-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan plot January loan for Endrick with Roma also in the running for the Real Madrid talentMilan have not given up on Endrick, with the Brazilian’s lack of minutes at Real Madrid opening the door to a January move.According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, via TuttoMercatoWeb, the Rossoneri looked at him over the summer without the deal progressing. The situation could shift now, with competition for places in Madrid’s attack leaving Endrick struggling for continuity and physical problem
  
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• Three ways Mourinho can solve Real Madrid’s big defensive problem vs Villarreal

  04-10-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three ways Mourinho can solve Real Madrid’s big defensive problem vs VillarrealWith the international break almost over, Real Madrid are set to resume their campaign next weekend when they lock horns with Villarreal.It will be a tricky contest for Jose Mourinho, whose side are heading into this game with just one option in central defence, Antonio Rudiger.Dean Huijsen is serving a one-match suspension while Ibrahima Konate won’t be fit in time for the clash, having suffered a knock d
  
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• 🤕 Bad news for Alavés: Ville Koski returns injured from Finland duty

  04-10-2026 13:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤕 Bad news for Alavés: Ville Koski returns injured from Finland dutyBad news for Alavés, who have received word from Finland of Ville Koski’s injury.
  Six days before the match against Atlético de Madrid, the Babazorros have been hit by an injury to one of their most in-form players.The club statementThe player is suffering from a muscle injury and his recovery will depend on how it progressesVille Koski has a muscle injury in his right quadriceps. The player, w
  
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• Pjanic claims: ‘Roma are Scudetto contenders but too early for Juventus’

  04-10-2026 13:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pjanic claims: ‘Roma are Scudetto contenders but too early for Juventus’Miralem Pjanic has given his verdict on his two former Italian clubs, and the gap between them is considerable.Speaking at the Festival dello Sport in Trento, with quotes via CalcioMercato, the former Bosnia midfielder was effusive about Roma.“Roma can dream of the Scudetto. They’re nice to watch, it’s a pleasure to look at them, they play well, and if Dybala is well up front, with Malen th
  
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• Cristiano Ronaldo back in Arabia as Portugal recall calls grow

  04-10-2026 13:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo back in Arabia as Portugal recall calls growCristiano Ronaldo is already in Saudi Arabia to rejoin Al-Nassr training. The Portuguese striker has ended his stay in the Spanish capital before returning to club competition.The forward traveled to Madrid after the tense episode experienced at Portugal’s national team training camp. The controversy involving the coaching staff led to the player’s departure from the national squad during the international break.During his
  
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• Real Madrid re-emerge as a candidate to sign €100 million-rated Turkish international in 2027

  04-10-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid re-emerge as a candidate to sign €100 million-rated Turkish international in 2027Real Madrid have had very limited success, as far as their attacking unit is concerned, with Galactico signing Yan Diomande still yet to deliver.Vinicius Jr. also looks like a shadow of his former self now, despite signing a lucrative contract renewal in the summer while Rodrygo has struggled with injuries.This has once again forced Real Madrid to consider further reinforcements, possibly in the sum
  
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• Alvini plays down Frosinone’s flying start: ‘Survival is the only objective’

  04-10-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alvini plays down Frosinone’s flying start: ‘Survival is the only objective’Massimiliano Alvini is refusing to let Frosinone’s excellent opening weeks shift the target, insisting survival remains the only objective.Speaking at the Festival dello Sport in Trento, the coach was asked whether his side had crept up on people.“We have a single objective, as the president said today, and it’s achieving safety. It’ll be difficult, it’ll be a very long jou
  
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• Juventus relief as Bosnia confirm Alajbegovic substitution just a precaution

  04-10-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus relief as Bosnia confirm Alajbegovic substitution just a precautionJuventus can breathe easily over Kerim Alajbegovic after Bosnia confirmed his withdrawal against Sweden was nothing more than cramp.As noted by Calciomercato.it, the attacking midfielder scored the equaliser before leaving the pitch on 87 minutes, initially prompting concern in Turin.Barbarez: ‘Alajbegovic didn’t want to come off’Coach Sergej Barbarez settled the matter in his press conference.“Ke
  
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• Report: Liverpool interested in move for Brighton forward

  04-10-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool interested in move for Brighton forwardKaoru Mitoma Transfer Latest: Tottenham Reunion Talk Grows as Liverpool Monitor Brighton Contract Stand-offKaoru Mitoma is moving into a delicate phase of his Brighton career, and the sense around the market is that his situation could become one of the more attractive opportunities for leading clubs over the coming windows. According to TeamTalk, Tottenham and Liverpool are among those keeping a close eye on developments as the winger app
  
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• Real Madrid boss keeping a close tab on new signing amid strong performances for RM Castilla

  04-10-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid boss keeping a close tab on new signing amid strong performances for RM CastillaAmong all the signings Real Madrid made in the summer, Sergio Martinez’s name went under the radar the most.The youngster joined RM Castilla for a fee of €3 million following an excellent stint at Racing Santander, which had made him one of the most sought-after young footballers in Spain.Almost two months into the new season, Martinez has been performing well for RM Castilla and is starting to
  
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• Liverpool will offload struggling forward: Three clubs want January deal

  04-10-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool will offload struggling forward: Three clubs want January dealLiverpool strengthened their attack with a couple of new forwards in the summer transfer window. Victor Munoz was onboarded after the Reds triggered the FIFA World Cup winner’s £34m Osasuna release clause.And Andoni Iraola also reeled in Bradley Barcola in the closing stages of the window - with the France international arriving for a fee that could reach £123m.Chiesa pushed down pecking orderThose signings
  
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• Genoa’s De Rossi: ‘When you see me playing the clown to blame players, I’m finished’

  04-10-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Genoa’s De Rossi: ‘When you see me playing the clown to blame players, I’m finished’Daniele De Rossi insists Genoa will pull clear again after a dismal start that has brought one point from five matches.Speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the coach was adamant the solution is not theatrics.“We’ll get ourselves out of this situation like last year. The important thing is that everyone wants to immerse themselves in it. I want to create new good moments. With G
  
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• Arsenal get special Fabregas option under Como agreement

  04-10-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal get special Fabregas option under Como agreementCesc Fabregas has a special clause in his Como contract for his former clubs, including Arsenal according to reports.Photo by Pier Marco Tacca/Getty ImagesPortuguese outlet A Bola report that former Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas has a special clause in his contract for three of the clubs he previously represented as a player.According to the claims, Fabregas’ deal with Como 1907 includes a release clause that would allow him to joi
  
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