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• Howe on Botman, Joelinton and club crest proposals

  16-05-2025 11:51 via bbc.com
  Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Arsenal (kick-off 16:30 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Howe said he "wasn't sure" about Sven Botman's availability for the game but added: "We don't think it's a serious injury and we'll give him a chance to be fit."On Joelinton: "He's working away behind the scenes. Typical Joe he's absolutely foot to the floor trying to get fit because he wants to be involved. The b
  
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• Everton vs Arsenal: Match Preview & Latest Team News

  18-12-2025 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Everton vs Arsenal: Match Preview & Latest Team NewsEverton vs Arsenal preview as Christmas pressure buildsThere is something quietly symbolic about Arsenal’s first visit to Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium arriving at this point in the season. December has a habit of sharpening truths in the Premier League, and this rearranged fixture on Merseyside carries the weight of both expectation and doubt. Arsenal arrive knowing that top spot at Christmas remains within reach, but also a
  
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• 🔥The most memorable clash between Nacional and Millonarios

  18-12-2025 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  🔥The most memorable clash between Nacional and MillonariosThe draw for the Preliminary Phase of the 2026 CONMEBOL Sudamericana has fulfilled the wish of thousands of fans: Atlético Nacional and Millonarios will face off in a single-match duel at the Atanasio Girardot Stadium during the first week of March. This national clash will determine which of the two Colombian giants will advance to the coveted Group Stage of the continental tournament.The Memory of 2007: An Unforgettable C
  
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• Courtois, Vinicius Jr. And Valverde To Start | 4-4-2 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup Vs Sevilla

  18-12-2025 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  Courtois, Vinicius Jr. And Valverde To Start | 4-4-2 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup Vs SevillaReal Madrid will entertain Sevilla at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on Saturday as they look to secure a good result at home in La Liga. Los Blancos managed to earn a hard-fought 3-2 win away at Talavera recently, which should keep them in good spirits going into this game.Xabi Alonso will set his players up in a 4-4-2 formation and is expected to revert to his strongest XI for this clash. Thibaut Courtoi
  
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• 👀 Pyro on the pitch, match in Mainz halted twice already

  18-12-2025 22:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  👀 Pyro on the pitch, match in Mainz halted twice alreadyIn terms of sports, Mainz 05 is on a direct path to securing a ticket to the round of 16. After Silvan Widmer's goal just minutes before halftime and Nadiem Amiri's converted hand penalty shortly after the restart, the Bundesliga's bottom team is on course for victory in international competition – at least against the sixth-placed team in the Turkish Süper Lig, Samsunspor.
  In the second half, however, it was mainly the a
  
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• Napoli 2-0 Milan – Allegri: ‘We must stay composed to reach top four; Nkunku works hard’

  18-12-2025 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Napoli 2-0 Milan – Allegri: ‘We must stay composed to reach top four; Nkunku works hard’Massimiliano Allegri urged calm and clarity after Milan’s 2-0 defeat to Napoli, insisting the Rossoneri must remain focused on their primary objective of securing a top-four finish despite another cup exit.Speaking to Mediaset after the Supercoppa semi-final loss, with quotes via MilanNews, Allegri acknowledged Napoli’s superiority on the night, particularly in defensive phases.
  
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• Deal for PERFECT Van Dijk replacement will cost £110m

  18-12-2025 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Deal for PERFECT Van Dijk replacement will cost £110mLiverpool have got several problems to solve at centre-back over the next few transfer windows.Firstly there’s a contract conundrum over Ibrahima Konate. The Frenchman is out of contract in summer 2025 and if no new deal is agreed then he will be leaving for free.And don’t forget Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez are both out of contract just a year later in 2027. Although the Reds signed teenager Giovanni Leoni last summer - on
  
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• Confirmed: Roma in talks with Zirkzee and Raspadori

  18-12-2025 22:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  Confirmed: Roma in talks with Zirkzee and RaspadoriRoma is ready to overhaul its attack in the January transfer window. According to Filippo Biafora of Il Tempo, Sporting Director Frederic Massara is working hard on two key fronts to bring Gian Piero Gasperini the necessary reinforcements: Joshua Zirkzee and Giacomo Raspadori. The number one target remains the former Bologna Dutchman. Negotiations with Manchester United have been ongoing for months, and the player’s willingness could be a
  
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• Why Liverpool’s Federico Chiesa would benefit from a Serie A return

  18-12-2025 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Why Liverpool’s Federico Chiesa would benefit from a Serie A returnFederico Chiesa remains a perpetual ‘what if’ player so far in his Premier League career. Liverpool’s Italian winger has had far from a routine first year on Merseyside, and with next year’s World Cup just over the horizon, a return to Italy in January might be ideal.Liverpool signed Chiesa from Juventus in August of 2024 in a deal reportedly worth £10 million plus £2.5 million in add-ons
  
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• 😱 Fiorentina in disarray: 1-0 Lausanne, huge lapse for the goal

  18-12-2025 22:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  😱 Fiorentina in disarray: 1-0 Lausanne, huge lapse for the goalFiorentina’s nightmare knows no boundaries and now extends to the Conference League as well. Paolo Vanoli’s team is trailing in the last match of the League Phase against Lausanne with a score of 1-0.Watch the entire Serie BKT live on OneFootball for only €9.99 per month. Click here to purchase the LaB Channel Monthly Pass with no automatic renewal.This result, in addition to further worsening the mood of the
  
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• Tsimikas’ future at Roma remains at risk

  18-12-2025 22:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  Tsimikas’ future at Roma remains at riskKostas Tsimikas’s spell at Roma could end prematurely. Having arrived on loan last summer to strengthen the left flank, the Greek full-back has failed to fully convince manager Gian Piero Gasperini, who no longer appears to consider him part of his plan. Indeed, Tsimikas’s opportunities for development have been limited recently, with the manager preferring an adapted Wesley or Rensch, as in the Como match. All this suggests the loan coul
  
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• Napoli 2-0 Milan – Allegri leaves quickly as Conte tensions build after no handshake

  18-12-2025 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  Napoli 2-0 Milan – Allegri leaves quickly as Conte tensions build after no handshakeTempers flared and anger boiled over in tonight’s Supercoppa Italiana semi-final between Napoli and Milan. The Partenopei won 2-0 but the match saw a number of heavy challenges and a late scrap between Fikayo Tomori and Scott McTominay.The tension bled over to the coaches, with Antonio Conte and Massimiliano Allegri having several spats over the course of the ninety minutes.RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA &ndash
  
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• Madueke And Lewis-Skelly To Start | 4-3-3 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs Everton

  18-12-2025 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  Madueke And Lewis-Skelly To Start | 4-3-3 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs EvertonArsenal will lock horns with Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday as they look to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Gunners managed to secure a 2-1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers recently, which should keep them in good spirits ahead of this game.Mikel Arteta will opt for the 4-3-3 formation and is expected to make some tweaks to his first XI for this clash. Noni Madueke and Myle
  
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• Haaland, Foden And Dias To Start | 4-3-2-1 Manchester City Predicted Lineup Vs West Ham United

  18-12-2025 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  Haaland, Foden And Dias To Start | 4-3-2-1 Manchester City Predicted Lineup Vs West Ham UnitedManchester City entertained West Ham United at the Etihad Stadium this Saturday as they look to secure a win at home in the Premier League. The Mancunian giants managed to earn a solid 2-0 win over Brentford in the EFL Cup recently, so they would be full of confidence going into this game.Pep Guardiola will set his side up in a 4-3-2-1 formation and is expected to revert to his strongest XI for this cla
  
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• Florenzi: “I have Roma in my heart.”

  18-12-2025 22:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  Florenzi: “I have Roma in my heart.”Alessandro Florenzi hung up his boots about a year ago. Recently, the former Giallorossi player gave a long interview to La Stampa, where he also spoke about Roma. From 2010 to 2020, after a loan spell at Crotone at the start of his career, the 1991-born player wore the Giallorossi jersey, then was loaned to Valencia and PSG, and finally ended his career at AC Milan. “I have the Giallorossi fans in my heart and I truly hope the best for Roma.
  
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• Bundesliga at AFCON | Zimbabwe and Mozambique previews

  18-12-2025 22:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  Bundesliga at AFCON | Zimbabwe and Mozambique previewsThe next edition of our Get German Football News “Bundesliga at AFCON” preview sections takes a look at two countries one might not even think have German professional footballing representation: Zimbabwe and Mozambique. Down the Bantu coast we head to examine these two bordering nations. With Egypt’s Omar Marmoush now off plying his trade on the Isle, Zimbabwe remain Germany’s lone representative in Group B.
  
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• Why Kostas Tsimikas can’t return to Liverpool despite Roma struggles

  18-12-2025 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Why Kostas Tsimikas can’t return to Liverpool despite Roma strugglesKostas Tsimikas’ loan spell at Roma has largely failed to ignite, and the Greek international now finds himself in a difficult position as the January transfer window approaches.The left-back has disappointed since his arrival from Liverpool last summer, failing to convince manager Gian Piero Gasperini of his long-term suitability for the Giallorossi project. Gasperini has recently opted for alternative solutions on
  
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• Journalist: MLS clubs have joined the race to sign Mohamed Salah

  18-12-2025 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Journalist: MLS clubs have joined the race to sign Mohamed SalahJournalist Provides Update on Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool FutureLiverpool’s season has drifted far from the promise of Arne Slot’s title winning debut, and the flashpoint defining this campaign continues to centre on Mohamed Salah. What once looked like a manageable disagreement has hardened into something more complex, and the latest insight from Lewis Steele, speaking to Dave Davis for Anfield Index, underlines why
  
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• The NEXT Ryan Gravenberch is destined to join Liverpool

  18-12-2025 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  The NEXT Ryan Gravenberch is destined to join LiverpoolAnother Ryan Gravenberch is destined to join Liverpool in the future. Because the Dutch midfielder has been around for so many years, it's easy to forget just how young he is. Gravenberch is only 23-years-old.Yet he feels like a veteran, having played over 100 games for Ajax, then spending a year at Bayern Munich before becoming a Premier League champions at Liverpool and already making over 100 appearances for the Reds as well.To do all thi
  
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• Xabi Alonso apologises to Real Madrid star over public comments

  18-12-2025 22:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  Xabi Alonso apologises to Real Madrid star over public commentsXabi Alonso is fighting for his job at Real Madrid, with strong speculation that he could be sacked at any time. He has reportedly lost some of the dressing room, and recent comments he made regarding one player in particular may not have helped him in this regard.After last weekend’s victory over Alaves, Alonso pointed out that Victor Valdepenas “had failed” for the home side’s equaliser, scored by Carlos Vic
  
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• Supercoppa Italiana | Napoli 2-0 Milan | Player Ratings – Hojlund comes up clutch

  18-12-2025 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Supercoppa Italiana | Napoli 2-0 Milan | Player Ratings – Hojlund comes up clutchNapoli defeated Milan 2-0 this evening in their Supercoppa Italiana semi-final, with goals from David Neres and Rasmus Hojlund separating the two teams.Football Italia’s Player of the Match was Napoli forward Rasmus Hojlund, for his involvement with both goals helping prove the difference between the two sides.Napoli 2-0 Milan – Player RatingsNapoli: Milinkovic-Savic 7.5; Jesus 6.5, Rrahmani 7
  
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• AC MILAN BEATEN IN SUPERCOPPA SEMI-FINAL

  18-12-2025 21:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  AC MILAN BEATEN IN SUPERCOPPA SEMI-FINAL• Soon the full reportCHECK OUT THE GALLERY FROM NAPOLI v AC MILANMATCH DETAILS NAPOLI 2-0 AC MILANNAPOLI (3-4-3): Milinković-Savić; Di Lorenzo, Rrahmani, Juan Jesus; Politano (78' Mazzocchi), Lobotka, McTominay, Spinazzola (81' Gutiérrez); David Neres (88' Vergara), Højlund (81' Lucca), Elmas (77' Lang). Subs: Contini, Ferrante; Beukema, Buongiorno, Marianucci, Olivera; Baridó, De Chiara; Ambrosino, Lukaku. Coach:
  
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• Napoli cruise to Supercoppa Italiana victory over Milan

  18-12-2025 21:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  Napoli cruise to Supercoppa Italiana victory over MilanRasmus Højlund played a starring role as Napoli beat Milan 2-0 in the Supercoppa Italiana semi-final. 
  Scorers: Neres 39', Højlund 63Neither side could carve out a big opportunity in the opening 40 minutes and Eljif Elmas' 20-yard shot straight at Mike Maignan was the closest either side came to an early goal. The game opened up as the half progressed and Scott McTominay shot inches wide before Adrie Rabiot
  
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• 🚨 BREAKING: Napoli cruise to Supercoppa Italiana victory over Milan

  18-12-2025 21:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  🚨 BREAKING: Napoli cruise to Supercoppa Italiana victory over MilanRasmus Højlund played a starring role as Napoli beat Milan 2-0 in the Supercoppa Italiana semi-final. 
  Scorers: Neres 39', Højlund 63Neither side could carve out a big opportunity in the opening 40 minutes and Eljif Elmas' 20-yard shot straight at Mike Maignan was the closest either side came to an early goal. The game opened up as the half progressed and Scott McTominay shot inches wide
  
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• Video: Hojlund doubles Napoli lead in Supercoppa Clash with Milan

  18-12-2025 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Video: Hojlund doubles Napoli lead in Supercoppa Clash with MilanRasmus Hojlund has once again proven his big game credentials with a goal and an assist in Napoli’s Supercoppa Italiana semi-final against Milan.The Danish forward did fantastically well for his goal, beating Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan from a tight angle, slicing the ball across the goal into the far corner.RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – DECEMBER 18: Rasmus Hojlund of SSC Napoli celebrates scoring his team’s second goa
  
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• Eddie Howe confirms major Newcastle United injury blow ahead of Chelsea clash

  18-12-2025 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Eddie Howe confirms major Newcastle United injury blow ahead of Chelsea clashNewcastle face defensive crisis before Chelsea testNewcastle head into the weekend with a familiar sense of unease, the sort that creeps in when momentum meets misfortune. Progress in the Carabao Cup should have been a night of relief, a 2-1 win over Fulham securing a semi final place, yet the aftermath has been dominated by concern rather than celebration. For Eddie Howe, the focus has narrowed to availability, specifi
  
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• Remembering the sports stars we lost in 2025

  18-12-2025 21:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  [Getty Images]A host of figures from the world of sport died in 2025.Here, we remember some of those sporting names.AMERICAN SPORTTiger Bech: The 27-year-old All-Ivy League kick returner for Princeton was among those killed in a vehicle attack in New Orleans.Tony Blanco: Former Washington Nationals player was one of the 231 people killed when a roof collapsed at a nightclub in the Dominican Republic.Ethan Dietz: Junior college basketball player died after sustaining an injury during a game in Te
  
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• Napoli sporting Giovanni Manna confirms interest in Man Utd’s Kobbie Mainoo

  18-12-2025 21:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  Napoli sporting Giovanni Manna confirms interest in Man Utd’s Kobbie MainooNapoli are weighing up a significant move for Manchester United starlet Kobbie Mainoo, as the club looks to navigate a delicate January transfer window. Speaking to Sportmediaset (relayed by Alfredo Pedullà) ahead of the Partenopei’s clash against Milan, sporting director Giovanni Manna addressed the mounting speculation linking the English midfielder with a move to the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.Man
  
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• Aston Villa Are Pondering A Move For This Tottenham Forward: Will Be A Good Fit For The Midlands Club?

  18-12-2025 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  Aston Villa Are Pondering A Move For This Tottenham Forward: Will Be A Good Fit For The Midlands Club?According to journalist Dean Jones, Aston Villa will consider entering the race alongside Crystal Palace for Tottenham Hotspur forward Brennan Johnson. They will do so if he becomes available in 2026.Brennan Johnson update:Manager Thomas Frank has largely removed the Wales international from the starting lineup. Johnson’s future at Spurs looks uncertain as the club chases upgrades to stren
  
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• 🤬Mohamed holds nothing back, blasts Liga MX

  18-12-2025 21:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  🤬Mohamed holds nothing back, blasts Liga MXAntonio “Turco” Mohamed has not only returned to Liga MX to make history with Toluca but also to position himself as one of the most critical voices of the current system. After achieving the championship in the Apertura 2025, the Argentine strategist took advantage of the Fox microphones to point out the structural problems that, in his view, hinder the growth of Mexican soccer.Against the "MLS-ization" of Mexican SoccerFor Mohamed,
  
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