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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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• USMNT vs. Mexico: Antonee Robinson, Sergiño Dest explain what awaits young players in heated rivalry

  02-10-2026 00:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHOENIX — The first two U.S. matches of this international window were proceeding in the manner and temperament expected from friendlies at the start of a four-year cycle chugging toward the 2030 World Cup.There were imperfections and breakthroughs, youthful lessons, mass substitutions and an underlying acceptance that the results did not mean that much.Then in the waning moments of the 4-2 U.S. victory over Chile on Tuesday in St. Louis, tempers flared, blood boiled and benches emptied. I
  
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• Is this the end for Ronaldo - and would Portugal miss him?

  02-10-2026 00:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Nations LeagueDenmark 2 - 4 Portugal FTFormer PSG team-mates Vitinha and Goncalo Ramos were both on the scoresheet [Getty Images]Portugal fans got a look at what the post-Cristiano Ronaldo era might look like in their 4-2 Nations League victory over Denmark.Joao Cancelo and Goncalo Ramos had twice given the visitors the lead, with Mikkel Damsgaard and Rasmus Hojlund both levelling for Denmark.Ex-Manchester United striker Hojlund marked his goal with Ronaldo's trademark 'Siuuu' celebration -
  
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• Inter Midfielder Calhanoglu Tops Fan Vote With Monza Opener

  02-10-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter Midfielder Calhanoglu Tops Fan Vote With Monza OpenerInter midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu has won Serie A’s Iliad Goal of the Month award for August and September, recognising his sixth-minute strike against Monza in the Nerazzurri’s league opener.FCInterNews reported the award on Wednesday, September 30, after Calhanoglu’s long-range effort topped a fan poll on Lega Serie A’s official social channels. The strike came on August 22, in the match that opened Inter’
  
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• Real submit 'substantial' dossier in Barca payments case

  02-10-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona's payments to Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira originally came to light amid an investigation by tax authorities [Getty Images]Real Madrid say they have sent Uefa "evidence of extraordinary gravity" relating to payments made by Barcelona to a former vice-president of Spain's referees' committee.European football's governing body says it will assess the documents - linked to allegations of 8.4m euros (£7.2m) being paid by Barcelona to Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira between 2001 and 2018
  
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• Nations League: the 3 key men of the evening ⭐️

  01-10-2026 23:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nations League: the 3 key men of the evening ⭐️One delivered two gifts, another scored and provided an assist, while the last may have netted the finest goal of this international break: here are the three standout names from this memorable Nations League night.🥉 Troy Parrott (Ireland)In addition to scoring the best goal of the night, Irish striker Troy Parrott caused the Austrian defense all sorts of problems. It was such an impressive display that even opposing manager Ra
  
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• Revealed: Dybala turned down Napoli and Juve to stay at Roma, Gasperini played ‘key role’ in renewal talks

  01-10-2026 23:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Revealed: Dybala turned down Napoli and Juve to stay at Roma, Gasperini played ‘key role’ in renewal talksPaulo Dybala renewed his contract, which expired on June 30, for another season this summer. One of the main reasons for this is Gian Piero Gasperini’s willingness to do so and the harmony between the Argentine star and the coach. The Grugliasco-born coach has always considered the Argentine star crucial to his project in the capital. When Dybala is well, he plays, the form
  
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• West Ham Eye Shock Move For Arsenal Teenage Sensation: Should The Hammers Walk Away And Trust Mukasa?

  01-10-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham Eye Shock Move For Arsenal Teenage Sensation: Should The Hammers Walk Away And Trust Mukasa?West Ham’s reported interest in Arsenal youngster Max Dowman has raised an interesting question about the club’s recruitment priorities ahead of the January transfer window. According to Claret & Hugh, citing FootballLeagueWorld, the Hammers have emerged as potential contenders for the highly-rated winger, who could become available for a temporary move after his 17th birthday.Dow
  
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• Tzolis injured as Greece draw with Netherlands

  01-10-2026 23:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Nations LeagueGreece 2 - 2 Netherlands FTChristos Tzolis was taken off and his replacement Giorgos Masouras scored the second Greek goal [Getty Images]Greece lost Arsenal's Christos Tzolis to injury and let a two-goal lead slip to draw with the Netherlands in the Nations League.Tzolis, who has started all five Premier League games for Arsenal this season, pulled up during an attack. He wanted to play on but was replaced in the 18th minute.The hosts built a 2-0 lead, with Fotis Ioannidis net
  
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• Wirtz scores as Klopp clinches first Germany win

  01-10-2026 23:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Nations LeagueGermany 2 - 0 Serbia FTFlorian Wirtz (left) joined Liverpool a year after Jurgen Klopp (right) left [Getty Images]Jurgen Klopp earned his first win as Germany manager at the third attempt as they beat Serbia in the Nations League.Klopp's side had drawn with the Netherlands and then lost to Greece but a new-look team triumphed in Munich.The ex-Liverpool boss had named a 44-man squad for the four games with most players changing over following the last match.Tom Bischof smashed
  
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• Richard Hughes' gamble has just brought Liverpool their next Virgil van Dijk

  01-10-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes' gamble has just brought Liverpool their next Virgil van DijkRichard Hughes may have left Liverpool for pastures new at the end of the summer transfer window but, that doesn't mean that he didn't go out with a bang. Before his exit, the Englishman spent over £150 million on four new players to try and bolster the Reds' ranks.And, while all four of those players have done well so far, some questions still need to be asked about what the future holds for Liverpool.There are ma
  
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• Leeds United Ready To Make Huge January Decision On Fan Favourite: Should Farke Really Let Him Go?

  01-10-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Ready To Make Huge January Decision On Fan Favourite: Should Farke Really Let Him Go?Leeds United could face an important decision over Dan James when the January transfer window opens, with several Championship clubs reportedly monitoring the winger’s situation at Elland Road.Leeds United face Dan James decision as January interest growsAccording to an exclusive report from Mick Brown in Football Insider, the Yorkshire club expects the 28-year-old to leave during the winter w
  
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• Napoli’s McTominay at risk of forfeiting Roma match

  01-10-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Napoli’s McTominay at risk of forfeiting Roma matchAfter the long international break, Gian Piero Gasperini’s Roma will face a series of challenging and close-quarters fixtures that will test the fitness of the Roman squad. First, the away match at the Sinigaglia stadium against Como on October 11th at 12:30 p.m., then the big Champions League match at the Olimpico against José Mourinho’s Real Madrid. The Giallorossi’s schedule will then feature matches against Gen
  
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• Is this the end for 'betrayed' Ronaldo - and would Portugal miss him?

  01-10-2026 22:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Nations LeagueDenmark 2 - 4 Portugal FTFormer PSG team-mates Vitinha and Goncalo Ramos were both on the scoresheet [Getty Images]Portugal fans got a look at what the post-Cristiano Ronaldo era might look like in their 4-2 Nations League victory over Denmark.Joao Cancelo and Goncalo Ramos had twice given the visitors the lead with Mikkel Damsgaard and Rasmus Hojlund both levelling for Denmark.Vitinha put Portugal ahead again with a header from Bruno Fernandes' ball and Joao Felix added a lat
  
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• 😱📹 Irishman scores the night's screamer in the Nations League; watch

  01-10-2026 22:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱📹 Irishman scores the night's screamer in the Nations League; watchStunning goals featuring dazzling dribbles have been rare. And one of those rarities appeared on Nations League night this Thursday.Ireland’s Troy Parrott nutmegged one defender and then twisted another Austrian center-back the wrong way to open the scoring. Check out the beauty:After the stunner, Parrott also scored from the penalty spot. But Austria netted twice in the second half, and the match ended in
  
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• Republic of Ireland and Austria draw in game briefly halted by protests

  01-10-2026 22:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Nations LeagueRepublic of Ireland 2 - 2 Austria FTPatrick Wimmer (left) set up Austria's first goal after Troy Parrott (right) had put the Republic of Ireland in control[Getty Images]Troy Parrott's double was not enough to earn the Republic of Ireland a second straight win as Austria fought back to draw a Uefa Nations League game twice briefly interrupted by protests in the first half in Dublin. Parrott opened the scoring with a superb solo effort before tennis balls were thrown on to the p
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Among The Clubs Hoping To Land This Greek Goalie: Good Choice For De Zerbi?

  01-10-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Among The Clubs Hoping To Land This Greek Goalie: Good Choice For De Zerbi?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey mentioned that Tottenham Hotspur are among the clubs hoping to land Hull City keeper Konstantinos Tzolakis. It is believed that Spurs would have to compete with Liverpool, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain in the race to land the Greek custodian next year.Tzolakis’ Impressive Form In The Premier League This SeasonTzolakis has made a bright start to thi
  
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• Nations League: Portugal win first game without CR7, Germany click

  01-10-2026 22:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nations League: Portugal win first game without CR7, Germany clickFour matches continued another round of the 2026/27 UEFA Nations League this Thursday (1st).The games were valid for Groups 2 and 4.At home, Germany beat Serbia 2-0, with goals from Bischof and Wirtz.
  Also at home, Greece and the Netherlands drew 2-2, with Ioannidis and Masouras scoring for the hosts in the first half, but Van Dijk and Reijnders secured the equalizer in the final score.
  With the day’s results, the Greeks, wh
  
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• Alessandro Bastoni looks back on Italy’s Bosnia disaster: “Don’t want to be seen as the victim”

  01-10-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alessandro Bastoni looks back on Italy’s Bosnia disaster: “Don’t want to be seen as the victim”Alessandro Bastoni had a very difficult few months in the Serie A and for the national team in the 2025/26 campaign. He was the centre of attention during a league game against Juventus and also during the Azzurri’s disastrous loss to Bosnia in the FIFA World Cup playoff final.As the country still tries to move past that fateful night, Bastoni spoke to the press ahead of I
  
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• Liverpool now favourites to sign 'excellent' star who Arsenal also want

  01-10-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool now favourites to sign 'excellent' star who Arsenal also wantLiverpool have been linked with many different players over the last couple of years. Some of their long-term targets have managed to make their way to Anfield while some have been missed out on.But, now that Andoni Iraola is in charge, it would not be a surprise to see even more players emerge as an interest for Liverpool.They may have added four new players to their ranks over the summer but, that doesn't mean that their te
  
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• Cristante likely to miss Como clash with knee issue

  01-10-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cristante likely to miss Como clash with knee issueRoma will play Serie A’s sixth matchday away to Fabregas’ Como on Sunday, October 11th (12:30 p.m.). Gian Piero Gasperini risks being without Bryan Cristante, who missed the Italy squad due to lumbago. The former Atalanta player has remained at Trigoria under Gian Piero Gasperini’s guidance these days. The number 4 hasn’t trained with his teammates, only taking part in individual sessions. However, in the last few hours,
  
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• 👊Over 10 GOALS: La Rojita tore San Marino apart

  01-10-2026 22:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👊Over 10 GOALS: La Rojita tore San Marino apartThe Spain U21 national team delivered a true rout after crushing San Marino 0-13 at the San Marino Stadium, emphatically putting their qualification for the final phase of the European Championship in this age category firmly on track.
  Historic masterclass from Carlos EspíThe match was one-sided from the opening whistle. The standout player of the night was striker Carlos Espí, who scored a brilliant five-goal haul to lead La R
  
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• Brendan Rodgers Set To Break Silence On Celtic Exit: Will His Explosive Return Finally Heal Old Wounds?

  01-10-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brendan Rodgers Set To Break Silence On Celtic Exit: Will His Explosive Return Finally Heal Old Wounds?Former Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is preparing to face supporters again, with an upcoming live event offering him an opportunity to discuss two of the most controversial chapters of his managerial career.Celtic fans could finally hear Rodgers explain his two controversial departures from ParkheadAccording to Celts Are Here, A Celtic State of Mind (ACSOM) will host an exclusive evening with
  
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• Milan’s Christian Pulisic reveals intentions of staying with the Rossoneri

  01-10-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan’s Christian Pulisic reveals intentions of staying with the RossoneriSerie A side Milan are slowly starting to see Christian Pulisic pick up form after what has been a difficult 2026 otherwise. There have also been doubts about his long-term future at the Rossoneri but the player is very committed to the club.In recent weeks, it has been certain the attacker might not sign a new deal. Milan want to exercise their option to extend the deal until 2028 but beyond that, there is no clarit
  
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• Roger Schmidt takes over Jürgen Klopp’s old Red Bull role

  01-10-2026 22:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roger Schmidt takes over Jürgen Klopp’s old Red Bull roleRoger Schmidt officially began his journey as Red Bull’s Head of Global Soccer, a role previously held by Jürgen Klopp. The executive returns to the organization with the challenge of restructuring and boosting the brand’s sporting project.Alongside Florian Scholz, who is in charge of the commercial side, Schmidt will lead the group’s entire football division. The new duo’s ambition is clear: to buil
  
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• 💪 This will do him good! Under-fire Germany star shines v Serbia

  01-10-2026 22:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💪 This will do him good! Under-fire Germany star shines v SerbiaAt Liverpool FC, Florian Wirtz certainly does not have an easy standing. The €140 million man is still searching for his absolute top form in his second Premier League season as well. Both the English tabloid press and TV pundits like Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher make sure the German feels that on a regular basis. "I don’t think Wirtz has been out of form since arriving at Liverpool. I actually think we’
  
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• Manchester United Are Eyeing A January Move For This Barcelona Ace: Should Carrick Go For Him?

  01-10-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are Eyeing A January Move For This Barcelona Ace: Should Carrick Go For Him?In a recent report, journalist Pete O’Rourke revealed that Manchester United are eyeing a January move for Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde. It has been mentioned that the Red Devils are showing interest in bringing the Spanish defender to Old Trafford in the winter transfer window.Balde’s Impressive Campaign In La LigaBalde played a crucial role in Barcelona’s squad last season whe
  
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• Arsenal blunder: Liverpool can steal Gunners star in Premier League bombshell

  01-10-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal blunder: Liverpool can steal Gunners star in Premier League bombshellArsenal are making a serious blunder. It's one that could see a star end up at Liverpool - just as they always planned.Liverpool are in the market for a midfielder. They have to be, really, as they've struggled to control games in the middle of the pitch.Though, we were saying this back in May. It felt inconceivable that Liverpool would pass through the summer transfer window without signing a new player in the middle,
  
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• 🚨 Germany loss not so embarrassing after all? Greeks shock Dutch too

  01-10-2026 22:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Germany loss not so embarrassing after all? Greeks shock Dutch tooThe DFB team’s 1-0 defeat to Greece in Jürgen Klopp’s second match led many to question the side’s quality. The general tone across football Germany was that the loss had been embarrassing. However, Greece are also showing today in the parallel match against the Netherlands that they may simply be flying under the radar in general. Because the Hellenes are also springing a surprise against Oranje.
  
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• Report: Liverpool hold ‘serious interest’ in move for 17-year-old midfielder

  01-10-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool hold ‘serious interest’ in move for 17-year-old midfielderLiverpool Show Serious Interest in Gilberto Mora as Transfer Race BuildsLiverpool are emerging as a major force in the battle for Gilberto Mora, with TeamTalk reporting that the Reds have made direct contact over one of the most coveted young talents in world football. The 17-year-old Club Tijuana playmaker has become one of the standout names on the market, and the phrase “serious interest” from
  
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