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• Goals will come for Kilmarnock, says Kiltie

  26-07-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Greg Kiltie has "full faith" Kilmarnock will find their scoring form once the Premiership season gets under way.Despite creating a slew of chances, the Ayrshire side drew a blank in a goalless draw at Peterhead in their final Premier Sports Cup group game on Saturday.Despite losing the penalty shootout, a point was enough to ensure they finished top of Group H and progressed to the last 16.Kilmarnock scored just twice in four cup games, although they did keep clean sheets every time."You take th
  
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• Altrincham sign ex-Forest Green keeper Isted

  29-09-2026 14:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Isted began his career at Luton Town [Shutterstock]Altrincham have signed former Forest Green Rovers goalkeeper Harry Isted as cover for the injured Owen Evans.Evans will be out "for the next few months" having come off in the 76th minute of Altrincham's 5-1 National League defeat by Woking on 12 September, with Andy Firth having taken his place for the past three games.Isted, 29, made 30 National League appearances for Forest Green last season as they reached the play-offs."Everyone has b
  
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• La Liga chief urges Premier League to hand out ‘strictest punishment’ if Man City found guilty

  29-09-2026 14:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  La Liga president Javier Tebas has called for Manchester City to be given the heaviest punishment available in Premier League rules if found guilty of financial breaches.News emerged on Friday that City have been found guilty of most of the 115 charges brought against them, though chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak remains "confident" of proving their innocence.The harshest penalty available is expulsion, which requires approval from at least 15 of the 20 Premier League clubs at a general meeting.Teba
  
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• England boss believes Arsenal player has found his best position now

  29-09-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England boss believes Arsenal player has found his best position nowMyles Lewis-Skelly has received praise for his performance for England against Spain last week, with Thomas Tuchel suggesting he’s in his best position now.Photo by Carl Recine/Getty ImagesMyles Lewis-Skelly made his first appearance for England in almost a year on Saturday, returning to Thomas Tuchel’s squad for a start in midfield against Spain.Speaking after the game, Tuchel suggested Lewis-Skelly’s performa
  
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• Star footballer and car crash killer Courtney Meppen-Walter dies aged 32

  29-09-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Manchester City youth player Courtney Meppen-Walter has died at the age of 32.His death was announced by his old club, Bury, which wrote that is was “deeply saddened” to learn of the news.“The thoughts and condolences of everyone at Bury FC are with his family and friends at this incredibly difficult time,” the statement on social media said.The cause and circumstances of his death have not been released.Meppen-Walter was released by Bury last summer.He was also a
  
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• Barcelona captain Raphinha suffers thigh discomfort during Australia friendly

  29-09-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona captain Raphinha suffers thigh discomfort during Australia friendlyBarcelona have been handed an injury scare after Brazil confirmed that Raphinha was withdrawn at half-time with thigh discomfort during the friendly against Australia in Brisbane.The Barcelona forward had started the match as Brazil’s false nine and was arguably his side’s most influential attacker before being replaced by Endrick at the interval. The score was 2-2 when the captain left the pitch.Brazil&rsqu
  
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• Leao hits back at Italian media with Instagram comment: ‘Can’t leave me alone’

  29-09-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leao hits back at Italian media with Instagram comment: ‘Can’t leave me alone’Rafael Leão joked that the Italian media ‘can’t leave me alone,’ reacting to an Instagram post highlighting criticism he received in Turkey.Ex-Milan star Rafael Leao humorously commented on an Instagram post criticising his performance at Galatasaray thus far.The social media post from Tuttomercato web read: “Leao, we’re not there yet. Zero goals for Galatasaray, z
  
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• Larin presented with key to home city of Brampton

  29-09-2026 13:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cyle Larin is the current top scorer in the Championship [Martin Bazyl / Ontario Premier League.]Southampton's Cyle Larin's success for both club and country have earned him recognition at home in Canada as he was presented with a key to his home city. The 31-year-old currently tops the Championship scoring charts and has had a fast start to the season for Saints, with seven goals in eight games so far.Larin is also his country's second-highest goalscorer of all time, netting on 32 occasions acr
  
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• Special Liverpool star shines on international debut

  29-09-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Special Liverpool star shines on international debutJeremy Jacquet marks France debut with clean sheet as Liverpool progress continuesMichael Olise supplied the finish that decided the match, but Jeremy Jacquet left Belgium with a milestone of his own.The Liverpool defender completed 90 minutes on his senior France debut as Zinedine Zidane’s side secured a 1-0 UEFA Nations League victory on Monday night. A first cap, a clean sheet and an away win made for a satisfying introduction to inter
  
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• Report: Newcastle United midfielder wanted by European side

  29-09-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United midfielder wanted by European sideJoe Willock Transfer Latest as Besiktas Plot January Move for Newcastle United MidfielderBesiktas president Serdal Adali has gone public with a striking declaration over Joe Willock, insisting the Turkish club will return for the Newcastle United midfielder in January after failing to complete a deal during the summer window. In comments that will inevitably attract attention on Tyneside, Adali outlined how advanced discussions had becom
  
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• Real Madrid identify 23-year-old Premier League midfielder as January transfer target – report

  29-09-2026 13:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid identify 23-year-old Premier League midfielder as January transfer target – reportReal Madrid have identified Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott as a potential target for the January transfer window, reports Spanish journalist Miguel Serrano.The 23-year-old has emerged as an option being monitored by the Spanish giants, although Real Madrid are not the only European club keeping tabs on his situation.Scott’s contract at Bournemouth currently runs until 2028, and with that
  
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• Councils approve €200m redevelopment of Napoli’s Maradona Stadium for EURO 2032

  29-09-2026 13:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Councils approve €200m redevelopment of Napoli’s Maradona Stadium for EURO 2032The city council in Naples has agreed to provide €50m in funding for the redevelopment of Napoli’s Stadio Maradona ahead of EURO 2032, which brings the total funds of the project up to the €200m mark.Councils approve funding for €200m redevelopment of Napoli’s Stadio MaradonaThe Stadio Maradona and the city of Naples are among the longlist of stadia and cities competing to host ma
  
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• What could Chelsea's ownership changes mean for Stamford Bridge?

  29-09-2026 13:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]In the second part of Tuesday's Q&A, Chelsea reporter Nizaar Kinsella discusses what the club's recent ownership changes mean for the potential stadium redevelopment and the impact of set-piece coach Austin MacPhee.George asked: Where does the boardroom reshuffle and power dynamic leave the stadium development?Nizaar: Chelsea are exploring major infrastructure improvements.One option is the more straightforward task of upgrading the training ground at Cobham, but there is also a desire
  
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• Raphinha scores penalty, but thigh issue ends his night vs Australia

  29-09-2026 13:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Raphinha scores penalty, but thigh issue ends his night vs AustraliaForward Raphinha left the field at halftime of the friendly between Brazil and Australia, played this Tuesday (29) in Brisbane, after feeling pain in his thigh.The player was substituted by coach Carlo Ancelotti, who brought on Endrick for the second half.Before being taken off, Raphinha was Brazil’s standout player in the first half. Wearing the national team’s captain’s armband — since Marquinhos starte
  
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• Tuchel makes one change to England squad for Czechia clash

  29-09-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tuchel makes one change to England squad for Czechia clashThomas Tuchel has replaced Nico O’Reilly with Rio Ngumoha in England’s squad to face Czechia in Tuesday’s UEFA Nations League match at Fortuna Arena, according to the Mirror.O’Reilly missed Monday’s training due to injury and has not recovered in time to make the trip to Prague.Lewis Hall and Myles Lewis-Skelly are options to replace the Manchester City youngster in the starting line-up.Ngumoha was left out f
  
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• Jérémy Jacquet coy on his chances of starting for France after impressive debut

  29-09-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jérémy Jacquet coy on his chances of starting for France after impressive debutJérémy Jacquet (22) was one of the main benefactors from Zinedine Zidane’s decision to give French supporters a taste of the next generation as he handed several debuts during Les Bleus’ 1-0 victory against Belgium on Monday evening. The former Rennes defender has impressed since he made the move to Liverpool and continued to show he belongs at the highest level with a commandin
  
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• Mourinho’s preferred midfield double pivot at Real Madrid fails to deliver desired results so far

  29-09-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho’s preferred midfield double pivot at Real Madrid fails to deliver desired results so farWhen Jose Mourinho was appointed the new head coach of Real Madrid, one of his biggest tasks was to bring back cohesion and understanding in the team.Mourinho’s biggest work required convincing Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde to play together, after last season’s dressing room debacle.Mourinho left no stones unturned in trying to make the two players move on from the incid
  
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• Swiss 'probably a league apart' from Scotland

  29-09-2026 13:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Switzerland have "a ridiculously talented squad" who are "probably a league apart" from Scotland at present as the sides prepare to meet in the Nations League on Tuesday, according to football analyst John Walker.Following their 3-0 win in North Macedonia, Switzerland are the second test of Sebastien Pocognoli's reign as head coach after their 0-0 draw in Slovenia."If Switzerland had faced the Scotland side in the first half, we wouldn't have had a second half we could have come ba
  
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• Zidane hands Diouf a new role for France: ‘I enjoy playing in my normal position’

  29-09-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zidane hands Diouf a new role for France: ‘I enjoy playing in my normal position’Andy Diouf is fast becoming a utility player for France and Inter, as Zinedine Zidane had the midfielder playing in an entirely new position against Belgium in the Nations League on Monday evening: ‘I enjoy playing in my normal position, but I’m enjoying this as well’.Diouf plays at left-back for France: ‘The most important thing is being on the pitch’Diouf joined Inter from
  
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• New San Siro: Milan and Inter urged to unveil stadium rendering

  29-09-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New San Siro: Milan and Inter urged to unveil stadium renderingMilan Mayor Beppe Sala urges Inter and Milan to unveil their new stadium rendering ‘very soon’, with Gazzetta reporting that the two clubs are expected to present the design within the next month.Milan and Inter are working to build their new stadium in time for Euro 2032. The two Serie A clubs acquired the San Siro area, including the Stadio Meazza, in November last year.Latest updates on Milan and Inter’s new stad
  
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• Fabiàn Ruiz reveals he wants to finish his career at Real Betis

  29-09-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabiàn Ruiz reveals he wants to finish his career at Real BetisParis Saint-Germain midfielder Fabián Ruiz (30) has reiterated his desire to finish his career at Real Betis, with the Spain international maintaining a strong connection to his boyhood club. Speaking ahead of Spain’s meeting with Croatia in the UEFA Nations League, Ruiz once again expressed his affection for the Andalusian side, admitting that he still follows their matches closely.“I’ve always said i
  
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• Espanyol director forced to apologise after choosing Barcelona star for Ballon d’Or: ‘I should have said anyone else’

  29-09-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Espanyol director forced to apologise after choosing Barcelona star for Ballon d’Or: ‘I should have said anyone else’Monchi has apologised to Espanyol fans after his decision to back Barcelona star Lamine Yamal for the Ballon d’Or sparked an uncomfortable reaction among the club’s fanbase.The Espanyol sporting director was recently asked to choose his preferred candidate for this year’s individual prize, with Yamal, Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane among the names
  
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• Bayern Munich plotting winter move for Jules Koundé

  29-09-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich plotting winter move for Jules KoundéBayern Munich are plotting a winter move for Barcelona defender Jules Koundé (27), according to a report from Sport. The Bundesliga champions are understood to be monitoring the France international as they assess options to strengthen their defence during the winter transfer window.Koundé’s situation at Barcelona has attracted attention after the 27-year-old lost his regular starting position under Hansi Flick. The Fr
  
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• Hungary draw 'a fair result' for NI - Hume

  29-09-2026 13:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Northern Ireland defender Trai Hume said his side "worked until the end" during their Nations League Group B2 goalless draw against Hungary at Windsor Park.It was a match of few chances with Michael O'Neill's side coming the closest when Patrick Kelly hit the crossbar in the first half.The result means that Northern Ireland remain unbeaten since their return to League B and sit top of the group."It was a tough game overall," Hume told BBC Sport NI."They were good, but we were good as well. We cr
  
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• Champions League winners are getting 'ready' to sign Liverpool star

  29-09-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Champions League winners are getting 'ready' to sign Liverpool starLiverpool have had a lot of changes happen at Anfield over the last couple of years. They've spent over £600 million on new players and, while they've managed to raise a hefty chunk of change in sales, it still feels like more needs to be done.That is, especially if Liverpool are wanting to start challenging for silverware again.Indeed, at the moment, the Anfield outfit are unbeaten across all competitions but, when their t
  
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• Arsenal star gifts fan shirt in heartwarming encounter

  29-09-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal star gifts fan shirt in heartwarming encounterRiccardo Calafiori was caught on camera giving his shirt to an excited young fan following Monday night’s win for Italy over Turkiye.Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty ImagesAfter Italy’s defeat to Belgium last week, Riccardo Calafiori had spoken about the painful boos from the Italian home support, and the team’s desire to put things right.That’s exactly what happened on Monday night, as Italy ran riot away to Turkiye, winn
  
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• Big picture looks bright at Rugby Park

  29-09-2026 13:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]As football fans we are obsessed with on-field performance and it is win at all costs - however, it's good to take a step back and look at the big picture.There have been huge changes over the past year or so with Billy Bowie splashing out to ensure the infrastructure of the club is in good shape for years to come.Our new training facility will be finished soon and is a tremendous asset that will be a benefit to the manager when he is trying to attract players to the home of football.The sq
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool star out for ‘several weeks’ in major injury blow

  29-09-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool star out for ‘several weeks’ in major injury blowCody Gakpo injury leaves Liverpool facing three-game absence concern before Man City clashLiverpool could be without Cody Gakpo for three matches after the forward’s latest injury setback, with the meeting with Manchester City the most immediate concern.The Netherlands international is expected to spend several weeks recovering from an ankle problem sustained against Serbia. That places his involvement in Li
  
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• Esposito outscoring Baggio for Italy and has best goals-per-game since 1970s

  29-09-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Esposito outscoring Baggio for Italy and has best goals-per-game since 1970sFrancesco Pio Esposito scored his sixth goal for the Italy national team during Monday’s 4-1 victory away against Turkey in the Nations League, and is now scoring at a quicker rate than Roberto Baggio for the Azzurri.Esposito grabbed Italy’s fourth on the night in an eventual 4-1 victory over Turkey on Monday evening, which takes his international tally up to six goals from 11 caps, giving him an average of 0
  
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• Chloe Kelly and Ella Toone dropped from England squad for World Cup play-off against Greece

  29-09-2026 12:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sarina Wiegman has left out Arsenal’s Chloe Kelly and Manchester United’s Ella Toone from her England squad for the upcoming World Cup play-offs against Greece.Kelly is yet to start a game or complete 90 minutes for Arsenal during the current campaign, and has now been dropped from an England squad for the first time since February 2025.Toone also misses out despite starting three Women’s Super League matches for United, though she played no part in their 1-1 draw against Arsen
  
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