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• In-form Stoke improving 'small details' - Johnson

  30-09-2026 12:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Getting better at the "small details" in matches contributed to Stoke City's upturn in Championship results before the international break, on-loan Potters defender Ben Johnson has said.Stoke began the campaign with three successive league defeats but have since taken 13 points from an available 15 and are seventh in the table.The most recent of their four victories during that run was a comeback win against Sheffield United on 19 September."We scored two unbelievable goals, which aren't going t
  
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• Jurgen Klopp maintains Pep Guardiola respect after Man City guilty verdict

  30-09-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jurgen Klopp maintains Pep Guardiola respect after Man City guilty verdictJurgen Klopp says his respect for Pep Guardiola and his Manchester City teams remains intact despite the club being found guilty of serious breaches of the Premier League’s financial rules.The former Liverpool manager was Guardiola’s principal domestic rival for much of his time at Anfield, with their teams producing several closely fought title races.Liverpool finished one point behind City in both 2018/19 and
  
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• Manchester City Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Barcelona Defender: What Will He Bring To The Etihad?

  30-09-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Barcelona Defender: What Will He Bring To The Etihad?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey claimed that Manchester City are keeping a keen eye on Barcelona defender Jules Kounde. It has been mentioned that the Mancunian club are eyeing a move to bring the France international to Stamford Bridge, but are facing competition from Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United and Bayern Munich in pursuit of him.Kounde’s Decent Form In La L
  
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• Fitzmaurice confirmed as Galway football manager

  30-09-2026 23:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fitzmaurice won three All-Irelands as a player with Kerry before managing the Kingdom to the 2014 title [Getty Images]Kerry's Éamonn Fitzmaurice has been appointed as manger of Galway's senior footballers on a three-year term.The Finuge clubman takes over from Padraic Joyce who stepped down after seven seasons in charge of the Triibesmen.Fitzmaurice won three All-Ireland titles with the Kingdome as a player before moving into management of his native county, guiding them to the 2014 All-I
  
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• Baur's Germany call-up 'still doesn't feel real'

  30-09-2026 23:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Celtic midfielder Mika Baur admits he could never have imagined that his first Germany call-up would come so soon after his move to Glasgow.The 22-year-old could make his international debut in Thursday's Nations League encounter with Serbia in Munich after being included in Jurgen Klopp's squad.Baur moved from Paderborn in August after helping his club win promotion to the Bundesliga and still cannot believe how quickly international recognition followed."It still doesn't feel rea
  
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• FIGC officially includes Stadio Roma in EURO 2032 bid

  30-09-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIGC officially includes Stadio Roma in EURO 2032 bidRoma’s stadium, to be built in Pietralata, has been included in the dossier submitted by the FIGC for Euro 2032. The Italian Football Federation announced the news in a statement on its website: “Within the deadline set by UEFA, the FIGC today submitted the dossiers of the venues deemed suitable to continue the bid process to host matches at Euro 2032.” Not just Rome; as the statement states, 14 stadiums have been included: &
  
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• Andoni Iraola decides who his next Virgil van Dijk is going to be

  30-09-2026 23:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola decides who his next Virgil van Dijk is going to beVirgil van Dijk has been Liverpool's rock ever since he joined in 2017.The Dutchman has been one of the main reasons why the Reds have been so successful over the last few years with his two Premier League titles a testament to that.However, now that he's 35 years old and is entering the final year of his Liverpool contract, the Anfield outfit need to start thinking about life after the former Southampton man.At the moment, they ha
  
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• Thomas Tuchel admits England will never find another Harry Kane

  30-09-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel admits England will never find another Harry KaneThomas Tuchel believes England will never find a direct replacement for Harry Kane as the striker continues to extend his remarkable international scoring record.Kane scored his 87th England goal in Tuesday’s 2-0 Nations League victory over Czechia, adding the second after Anthony Gordon had broken the deadlock in Prague.The Bayern Munich striker is now only 13 goals away from becoming the first England player to reach 100, hav
  
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• Meet the only Scot managing a national team in world football

  30-09-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kurt Herd is manager of Dominica's national side [Garvin Richards]More than 4,000 miles from his native Dundee, Kurt Herd is flying the flag for Scotland in international football.The 34-year old is manager of Dominica, the Carribbean island, making him the only Scottish manager currently leading an international men's side."I'll be calling my mum and dad with that one," Herd laughs.Appointed permanently in August after a short-term stint, Herd's role is not exactly like the one held by Steve Cl
  
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• Chelsea Are Set To Rival Liverpool For This Premier League Midfielder: Should Alonso Snap Him Up?

  30-09-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Are Set To Rival Liverpool For This Premier League Midfielder: Should Alonso Snap Him Up?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey claimed that Chelsea are set to rival Liverpool for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. It has been mentioned that the Blues are showing interest in signing the English talent, but the Cherries are hoping to tie him down to a new contract.Scott’s Impressive Form In English FootballScott enjoyed a decent run of form at the English club as he has put in
  
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• Chelsea hold off Lyon for Champions League draw

  30-09-2026 23:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Women's Champions LeagueOL Lyonnes 0 - 0 Chelsea FTLyon have won the Champions League eight times, more than any other team [Getty Images]Chelsea held off eight-time Champions League winners Lyon as the sides played out a 0-0 draw at Parc Olympique Lyonnais.The sides were meeting for the first time since the Blues knocked the holders out in a dramatic 2023 quarter-final, this time with former Lyon manager Sonia Bompastor in the visiting dugout.After a cagey first half, the game opened up af
  
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• Everton The Only Realistic Choice For This Highly Rated Free Agent Striker: Should Moyes Take The Risk?

  30-09-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton The Only Realistic Choice For This Highly Rated Free Agent Striker: Should Moyes Take The Risk?Everton have emerged as the only realistic English destination for Mauro Icardi, with the Argentine striker available as a free agent after leaving Galatasaray. Tottenham Hotspur had previously enquired about the 33-year-old, yet their full 25-man Premier League squad leaves no registration space for another senior arrival.David Moyes has far more room to work with. Everton registered 19 senior
  
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• Real Sociedad ease Hearts out of Europa Cup

  30-09-2026 22:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ainhoa Marin (left) scored one goal and set up another against Hearts [Getty Images]Heart of Midlothian exited the Women's Europa Cup after Real Sociedad swept to a convincing 4-0 victory in the second leg of their second qualifying round tie.With the sides having finished goalless last week in Edinburgh, the Scottish champions rarely threatened to break their duck in San Sebastian.Real had all the pressure and it told after 18 minutes as winger Laura Camino superbly headed Ainhoa Marin's cross
  
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• USMNT Beat Chile 4-2 We React, Man City are in Big Trouble

  30-09-2026 22:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  On this episode of The Cooligans, Christian and Alexis break down the USMNT win over Chile and pose the question... Who should be a full time starter? From there we break down the SCATHING statement from the Premier League on Manchester City's guilty verdict.All this and more on The Cooligans.00:00 Show Rundown10:40 USMNT Youngsters shine again36:50 The Premier League releases a harsh statement50:33 What should the punishment be for Manchester City?Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite pod
  
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• 👊Relegation would NOT be enough, Premier League clubs pressure City

  30-09-2026 22:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👊Relegation would NOT be enough, Premier League clubs pressure CitySeveral Premier League club directors and executives have taken a firm stance following the ruling against Manchester City, arguing that a lighter sanction does not reflect the seriousness of the violations.
  A one-season relegation falls shortFor a significant section of British football executives, relegating the Manchester club to the Championship for just one year is neither a sufficient punishment nor a deterrent for
  
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• Leeds United Face Shock January Decision Over Teenage Star: What Should Farke Do Here?

  30-09-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Face Shock January Decision Over Teenage Star: What Should Farke Do Here?Leeds United face a call before January, with an academy player attracting interest from clubs in England and overseas, according to MOT Leeds News. The 19-year-old can play as a centre-back or in midfield, giving Daniel Farke an option as the season develops.Alfie Cresswell has built a strong record at Thorp Arch. MOT Leeds News reports that he has made 33 appearances for the Under-18s and 60 for the Under-21s
  
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• Liverpool contenders for Schade - Thursday's gossip

  30-09-2026 22:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany forward Kevin Schade wanted by Liverpool, while Erling Haaland and Phil Foden are among the Manchester City players drawing interest from Europe's top clubs.Liverpool have emerged as genuine contenders to sign Brentford and Germany forward Kevin Schade, 24, who has also been linked with Manchester United. (Teamtalk)Barcelona have confirmed that they tried but failed to sign Argentina and Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez, 29, in the summer. (Fichajes - in Spanish)Real Madrid and Barce
  
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• Liverpool can finally agree perfect €40m move, his club want him gone

  30-09-2026 22:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool can finally agree perfect €40m move, his club want him goneOver the summer, Liverpool had many potential players linked with them. From players such as Anthony Gordon to 16-year-old Nicolas Scotti, just about every area of the pitch was targeted by Liverpool.In the end, they ended up with four new players and, while all four of them have had a solid impact so far, it's clear that some more additions are needed.There are several areas among Liverpool's ranks that could still do wit
  
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• 💣Irreversible decision: in Portugal they say CR7 quit the national team

  30-09-2026 22:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣Irreversible decision: in Portugal they say CR7 quit the national teamAl-Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo has made the final decision not to wear the Portugal national team shirt again, as confirmed by the newspaper O JOGO after his departure from the hotel in Copenhagen.
  A historic farewell at AlvaladeAs a result, the match played against Wales at the José Alvalade Stadium officially goes down in history as the last game the superstar played in his country's colors, bringing to a
  
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• 🚨 CR7 no longer wants to play for Portugal again! (O Jogo)

  30-09-2026 22:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 CR7 no longer wants to play for Portugal again! (O Jogo)Bombshell!The major Portuguese sports outlet revealed this Wednesday evening that Cristiano Ronaldo’s decision has been made and is irreversible: he no longer wants to play again for the Portuguese national team!It is huge news published at the end of a pivotal day in the crisis pitting CR7 against the Portuguese national team.As a reminder, although his coach Jorge Jesus had announced earlier at a press conference that he w
  
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• 🚨 CR7 no longer wants to play for Portugal again!

  30-09-2026 22:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 CR7 no longer wants to play for Portugal again!The bombshell!The major Portuguese sports outlet revealed on Wednesday evening that Cristiano Ronaldo’s decision has been made and is irreversible: he no longer wants to play for the Portuguese national team!It’s a huge piece of news published at the end of a pivotal day in the crisis pitting CR7 against the Portuguese national team.As a reminder, although his coach Jorge Jesus had announced earlier at a press conference that h
  
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• Aston Villa Eye Prolific South American Striker: Should Emery Trust Jackson And Madjo?

  30-09-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Eye Prolific South American Striker: Should Emery Trust Jackson And Madjo?Kevin Viveros has emerged as a January name after summer reports linked Unai Emery’s side with the Athletico Paranaense striker.The 26-year-old Colombian has attracted attention in Brazil, scoring 18 goals in 26 Série A appearances in 2026. His form earned a first senior Colombia call-up, and Viveros made his debut from the bench during the 1-1 draw with Mexico on September 27.Villa reportedly aske
  
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• Fiztmaurice confirmed as Galway football manager

  30-09-2026 22:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fitzmaurice won three All-Irelands as a player with Kerry before managing the Kingdom to the 2014 title [Getty Images]Kerry's Éamonn Fitzmaurice has been appointed as manger of Galway's senior footballers on a three-year term.The Finuge clubman takes over from Padraic Joyce who stepped down after seven seasons in charge of the Triibesmen.Fitzmaurice won three All-Ireland titles with the Kingdome as a player before moving into management of his native county, guiding them to the 2014 All-I
  
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• Official | Toulouse defender Mark McKenzie to join MLS side Philadelphia Union next January

  30-09-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Toulouse defender Mark McKenzie to join MLS side Philadelphia Union next JanuaryToulouse FC have confirmed that their player Mark McKenzie (27) will leave the Occitan club on 1st January.Six years after arriving in Europe, where he made his debut for KRC Genk, the American defender is set to return to his former club, Philadelphia Union, with whom he has agreed a deal running until 2030, with an option for a further season. Having been thrown in at the deep end at the age of 19, he ma
  
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• Barcelona’s Álvarez row ends with Laporta-Atlético embrace

  30-09-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona’s Álvarez row ends with Laporta-Atlético embraceBarcelona president Joan Laporta says he has repaired his relationship with Atlético Madrid CEO Miguel Ángel Gil Marín after their clubs’ summer dispute over Julián Álvarez. Laporta said the two embraced during the 33rd General Assembly of the European Football Clubs (EFC) in Copenhagen, with the close of the transfer window allowing them to move beyond their disagreements.The d
  
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• Classy Hammarby end Rangers' Europa Cup hopes

  30-09-2026 21:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ida Hermannsdottir scored Hammarby's second goal [Getty Images]Rangers exited the Europa Cup after last season's finalists Hammarby left Broadwood Stadium with a three-goal victory on the night to progress 5-0 on aggregate.It took only 13 minutes for the side sitting second in the 2026 Swedish top flight to add to their first-leg lead.Defender Mathilde Janzen found Anna Walter with a fine through ball and the midfielder slotted it wide of exposed goalkeeper Jenna Fife.Rangers' first threat came
  
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• Spanish referee Gil Manzano chosen for France vs. Italy

  30-09-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spanish referee Gil Manzano chosen for France vs. ItalySpanish referee Jesus Gil Manzano will officiate the Nations League match between France and Italy on Friday, with Guillermo Cuadra Fernandez as the VAR.It kicks off at the Stade de France Saint-Denis in Paris on Friday at 19.45 UK time (20.45 CEST).The Azzurri are playing catch-up in Group A after the initial 2-0 home defeat to Belgium, then beat Turkiye 4-1 away.France are running away at the top on a 100 per cent record, thanks to slender
  
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• Infantino should have no place in future of football - Pinto

  30-09-2026 21:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gianni Infantino was first elected as Fifa president in 2016 [Getty Images]The computer hacker who released documents which led to the Premier League investigation into Manchester City says Fifa president Gianni Infantino "should have no place in the future of the game".City have been found guilty of all breaching Premier League financial rules over a nine-year period, though they continue to deny any wrongdoing and have until 2 October to submit an appeal.The Premier League investigation was la
  
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• Why Fiorentina can now lose Dodo on a free transfer

  30-09-2026 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Fiorentina can now lose Dodo on a free transferSerie A side Fiorentina were rather close to selling Dodo in the summer, as Nottingham Forest and Olympiacos made offers for him. But now, there is a rising risk of losing him for free.The right-back’s current deal runs out in the summer of 2027, which made La Viola desperate to sell him. It would’ve allowed them the chance to earn something from the transfer.Now, La Gazzetta dello Sportreport that there is no renewal on the horizon
  
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• From deep-lying midfielder to trequartista: A look at Adrien Rabiot under Milan coach Ruben Amorim

  30-09-2026 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From deep-lying midfielder to trequartista: A look at Adrien Rabiot under Milan coach Ruben AmorimDespite usually occupying a deeper role within the central area of the pitch in order to provide stability within the midfield, Milan coach Ruben Amorim has found an arguably more efficient position for French international Adrien Rabiot, deploying him as an attacking midfielder behind the striker, a task in which the 31-year-old has flourished in since the start of the season.La Gazzetta dello Spor
  
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