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• Israel player sent off for celebration mimicking gun

  24-09-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Nations LeagueAustria 3 - 1 Israel FTSayed Abu Farhi joined Colorado Rapids earlier this month from Maccabi Tel Aviv [Getty Images]Israel's Sayed Abu Farhi was sent off for a goal celebration where he appeared to use the corner flag to mimic shooting a gun in his side's Nations League defeat by Austria.The 20-year-old Colorado Rapids player equalised before doing the celebration which earned him a second yellow card.Football's laws say a player can be booked for a goal celebration that acts
  
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• “I agree” – Alexander Isak responds to Andoni Iraola demands

  25-09-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “I agree” – Alexander Isak responds to Andoni Iraola demandsAlexander Isak responds to Andoni Iraola’s call for more at LiverpoolAlexander Isak has accepted Andoni Iraola’s call for greater involvement in Liverpool’s attacking play, despite a productive start to the season in front of goal.Four goals and one assist in seven appearances have given the striker an encouraging platform after a difficult previous campaign. Yet his response to the Liverpool head coa
  
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• Premier League joins call for Fifa reforms

  25-09-2026 13:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 World Cup was hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico [Getty Images]The Premier League has joined three of its top European counterparts in calling for "fundamental" reform of the way that Fifa is run, claiming its president Gianni Infantino has "actively promoted exploitative ideas".In a joint statement with Spain's La Liga, Germany's Bundesliga, and Italy's Serie A, the English top flight says it is speaking out "because we understand how Fifa's relentless expansionism affects
  
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• Report: Liverpool keen on surprise move for star who loves playing at Anfield

  25-09-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool keen on surprise move for star who loves playing at AnfieldLiverpool Explore Marcos Llorente Move as Atletico Madrid Contract Talks IntensifyLiverpool are among the clubs tracking Marcos Llorente as uncertainty lingers over his Atletico Madrid future, according to TeamTalk. The experienced Spaniard is approaching the final stretch of his current deal, and that has naturally alerted some of Europe’s biggest sides.The report states that Liverpool are “exploring”
  
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• Real Madrid have concerns about key defender’s physical state after several injury setbacks

  25-09-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid have concerns about key defender’s physical state after several injury setbacksAmong all the current stars in the Real Madrid squad, Eder Militao has been by far the most unfortunate when it comes to injuries.The Brazilian missed the World Cup due to a muscle injury he picked up in April and has yet to feature in a single minute of action so far in this new season. The centre-back is trying to get back to the pitch as soon as possible, but given the severity of the injury, it c
  
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• Barcelona midfielder unaware of Bayern Munich’s interest amid January transfer talks – report

  25-09-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona midfielder unaware of Bayern Munich’s interest amid January transfer talks – reportBarcelona midfielder Dani Olmo has emerged as a potential January target for Bayern Munich, but the Spanish international has not been informed of any interest from the Bundesliga giants.Recent reports have suggested that Bayern are considering Olmo as part of their plans for the winter transfer window, although a recent update from MARCA has made clear that there has been no direct approach
  
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• Chelsea hit with FA charge after alleged discriminatory chanting against Fulham

  25-09-2026 13:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Football Association has charged Chelsea following reports of discriminatory chanting during their Premier League match away at Fulham in August.While the team secured a 3-2 win over their west London rivals on the season’s opening weekend thanks to goals from Joao Pedro, Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer, the club are now facing action for failing to control supporter behaviour.An FA statement read: "Chelsea FC has been charged with breaching FA Rule E21 during the ninth minute of its Pre
  
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• Roma open talks with Lulli’s entourage to extend player’s deal

  25-09-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma open talks with Lulli’s entourage to extend player’s dealEmanuele Lulli has been one of the pleasant surprises of Roma’s start to the season. The club was looking for a winger and found one at home. The 2007-born player immediately displayed his best qualities: a strong personality and a pace that is the envy of almost every player in the Italian league. The Palestrina native was close to a loan move to Avellino in the summer, before Gasperini’s veto, to play in Seri
  
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• Official: Italy squad numbers revealed for first Nations League test of 2026-27

  25-09-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Italy squad numbers revealed for first Nations League test of 2026-27The squad numbers for Friday night’s Nations League clash between Italy and Belgium have been confirmed, with Pio Esposito set to don the no.7 shirt, Moise Kean at no.9 and Giacomo Raspadori with the iconic no.10.Italy are in Nations League action at the Stadio Olimpico on Friday evening, taking on Belgium in Mancini’s second debut as head coach of the national team.Roberto Mancini at the Italy training se
  
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• Hornchurch sign Massey on loan from Millwall

  25-09-2026 13:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alfie Massey has joined Hornchurch on loan from Millwall until 3 January. [Getty Images]Hornchurch have signed midfielder Alfie Massey on loan from Millwall until 3 January.The 20-year-old has previously had loan spells with Wealdstone and Southend United and came through Millwall's academy before signing his first professional contract with the Championship club.Massey made his Lions debut in a 1-0 Carabao Cup win at Portsmouth in August 2024.Hornchurch manager Daryl McMahon said Massey would a
  
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• Three Roma players listed in Serie A’s Most Valuable XI

  25-09-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Three Roma players listed in Serie A’s Most Valuable XIAfter the first five matchdays of the season, it’s time to take stock of players’ market values. Three Roma players feature in the top 11 in Serie A with the highest market value. These include goalkeeper Mile Svilar, valued at approximately €35 million, and defender Wesley, listed as a right-back with a market value of €40 million.The third Roma player in the special ranking is Manu Koné, whose value has i
  
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• Former midfielder Chema Andres addresses Rodri comparisons and why he left Real Madrid: ‘Have to look after my career’

  25-09-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former midfielder Chema Andres addresses Rodri comparisons and why he left Real Madrid: ‘Have to look after my career’Former Real Madrid midfielder Chema Andres has no regrets about choosing his own path after leaving the club for Brighton & Hove Albion this summer, even as fans continue to discuss what he could have offered at the Santiago Bernabeu.Notably, the midfielder’s move to the Premier League ended Real Madrid’s rights and future hold over the midfielder, but
  
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• Barcelona versatile defender could see increased game-time after Christensen’s injury

  25-09-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona versatile defender could see increased game-time after Christensen’s injuryBarcelona’s final game before the international break saw the team secure a 3-1 victory over Sevilla. But the joy of the win was overshadowed by Andreas Christensen’s injury.Recent reports indicate the Dane could be out for up to two months due to the thigh injury he picked up against Sevilla.His injury has already forced Barcelona to step up their efforts in finding a new centre-back in the Ja
  
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• Arsenal's scouting and failure to strengthen up front

  25-09-2026 13:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]In the second part of a special Q&A, Arsenal reporter Alex Howell weighs up whether not bringing in a world-class forward could cost Mikel Arteta's side back-to-back Premier League titles or the Champions League.Richard asked: Are the reports of the sporting director not using the club scouts true? If so, what's the point in the club investing in all of the backroom staff if they aren't being used properly?Alex: It is true that Andrea Berta is not as outgoing or as open as Edu, but he s
  
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• Confirmed: Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham named England Men’s Player of the Year

  25-09-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Confirmed: Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham named England Men’s Player of the YearFor the second consecutive time, Real Madrid superstar Jude Bellingham has been named the England Men’s Player of the Year.The 23-year-old midfield superstar had won the honour for 2024/25 and has now proceeded to win it again for the 2025/26 season.The midfielder was voted by the fans on the official England app as the standout Three Lions player over the last campaign.Bellingham’s seasonWhile
  
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• Klopp is already involved! This shirt symbolises hope

  25-09-2026 13:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Klopp is already involved! This shirt symbolises hopeA single jersey, divided into 500 small squares. On the chest: company logos, hand-drawn messages, the signature of a local grandmother — and the logo of coaching legend Jürgen Klopp. The home jersey project by Hout Bay United Football Community Trust (HBUFC) sold out completely in just seven weeks and raised more than one million rand. Now the success story is entering its second round: the new away jersey is ready, and once again
  
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• Barcelona summer arrival could make his first start vs Getafe – report

  25-09-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona summer arrival could make his first start vs Getafe – reportBarcelona coach Hansi Flick has so far stuck to his proven attacking formula that has seen the likes of Raphinha and Lamine Yamal scoring goals for fun.Raphinha is already second in the European Golden Boot race with 14 goals in all competitions, and has been flourishing in the number nine role.But as the fixture list gets congested, Hansi Flick may soon have to think about making some rotation, especially after the inte
  
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• Harry Kane defends Arsenal player over England withdrawal

  25-09-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Kane defends Arsenal player over England withdrawalHarry Kane has defended Declan Rice following the Arsenal midfielder’s withdrawal from the England camp for the September-October internationals.Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty ImagesDeclan Rice withdrew from the England squad on Monday, having initially been one of five Arsenal players included by Thomas Tuchel for the September-October international break.There’s been a heavy focus on Arsenal players withdrawing from internatio
  
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• Improved composure helping Pepple score goals

  25-09-2026 13:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bim Pepple came off the bench to score in the 5-1 Jersey Mike's Trophy win over Crystal Palace Under-21s on Tuesday - his fourth successive appearance with a goal [Shutterstock]Plymouth Argyle striker Bim Pepple says a change in his mental focus and working with a sports psychologist has contributed to his fine goalscoring form.The 23-year-old has scored in each of his past four appearances for the in-form Pilgrims. He has scored 20 goals since the start of 2026, having found the net just three
  
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• Wrexham’s Hollywood takeover mastermind steps down from club’s board

  25-09-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Humphrey Ker, the architect behind the Hollywood acquisition of Wrexham, has officially stepped down from his position on the club’s board.The actor and comedian played a central role in introducing American film stars Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds to the lowly Welsh team in 2021. He was appointed as Wrexham’s executive director following the takeover at the Racecourse Ground, going on to feature heavily in the successful documentary series ‘Welcome to Wrexham’.Having
  
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• Israel game should not go ahead - Republic's Knight

  25-09-2026 12:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jason Knight made his Republic of Ireland debut in 2020 and has won 44 caps [Inpho]Jason Knight has become the first Republic of Ireland player to publicly voice his opposition to playing Israel on Sunday.The sides are due to meet in Debrecen, Hungary at 19:45 BST, with the return fixture in Backa Topola, Serbia on 4 October. Since the sides were drawn together in Group B3, there has been increasing calls in Ireland to withdraw from the games due to the ongoing war in Gaza with a 'Stop The Game'
  
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• Bloom-ing marvellous Brighton eye promised land

  25-09-2026 12:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Is it a bit far-fetched or even just wishful thinking? Can a less glamorous, or should that just be less wealthy, club get in on the Champions League action for once? Brighton owner Tony Bloom, with his business acumen and his renowned methodology, has got some previous here.Last season, he invested some money – and even more know-how – into Hearts and they came within three minutes of winning the Scottish Premiership title. This might not seem such a big deal, but Celt
  
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• Let's give De Zerbi a proper chance

  25-09-2026 12:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]Big spending always means big ambitions, but shelling out so much money on so many players the way Tottenham did this summer produces problems for any manager - and there is no quick fix.If I was given a bundle of cash and I spent every penny of it on pink shoes, brown trousers, a yellow shirt and an orange tie for a wedding, then I'm sure you would say it just doesn't work.That's similar to what has happened at Spurs, where the board has backed Roberto de Zerbi to the hilt wi
  
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• Why Zaniolo will not feature in Italy vs. Belgium Nations League opener

  25-09-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Zaniolo will not feature in Italy vs. Belgium Nations League openerRoberto Mancini will make his second debut as head coach of the Italy national team against Belgium in the Nations League on Friday evening, but is expected to leave Nicolo Zaniolo out of his matchday squad. Here’s why.Why is Zaniolo not playing in Italy vs. Belgium?Mancini named a squad of 34 players for the September-October international break, which will see Italy take on Belgium, Turkiye (twice) and France over the
  
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• Ranieri: ‘Luckily’ young Italian footballers get playing outside Serie A

  25-09-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ranieri: ‘Luckily’ young Italian footballers get playing outside Serie AItaly technical director Claudio Ranieri is focused on developing young players, but insists youth coaches must be paid more and notes that, ‘luckily’, many youngsters are gaining valuable playing time abroad.Click here to subscribe to the official Football Italia YouTube channelRanieri spoke to reporters from Rome, just a few hours before Italy’s game against Belgium in the Nations League.&ldqu
  
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• Man City dealt potential injury blow ahead of Liverpool clash

  25-09-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City dealt potential injury blow ahead of Liverpool clashAntoine Semenyo injury concern emerges ahead of Liverpool vs Manchester CityManchester City have an injury concern over Antoine Semenyo ahead of their Premier League meeting with Liverpool, after the forward withdrew from Ghana’s squad with a swollen leg.The setback interrupts a productive spell for the 26-year-old, who scored twice in City’s 5-3 victory over Sunderland before the international break. It also introduces unc
  
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• Germany squad updates | Kai Havertz and Jamal Musiala depart DFB camp, Jonathan Burkardt and Florian Wirtz report early

  25-09-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany squad updates | Kai Havertz and Jamal Musiala depart DFB camp, Jonathan Burkardt and Florian Wirtz report earlyBayern Munich star Jamal Musiala is reportedly facing another spell on the sidelines after suffering a muscle-fibre tear while away on international duty with Germany. According to Sky Germany, the 23-year-old is expected to miss approximately three to four weeks after injuring his right thigh during the warm-up ahead of Thursday evening’s 1-1 UEFA Nations League
  
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• Former Manchester United star breaks silence on exit

  25-09-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Manchester United star breaks silence on exitJames Garner Everton Move Explained as England Midfielder Backs Career ChoiceJames Garner has spelled it out clearly. Leaving Manchester United for Everton was the right decision, and he has no interest in dressing it up any other way.The 25-year-old midfielder has forced his way back into the England squad after a strong start to the season, and the logic behind his rise is straightforward. He left a club where his path was blocked, joined one
  
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• Aston Villa defender Scott signs first professional deal

  25-09-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa defender Scott signs first professional dealAston Villa defender Katie Scott has signed her first professional contract with the club.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Villans this morning.The 17-year-old becomes the youngest-ever player to sign professional terms with Aston Villa Women.Scott is a product of the Aston Villa academy system and she has already forced her way into the senior squad. The youngster made her senior debut for
  
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• 🎧 Listen: Lincoln City fans' panel

  25-09-2026 12:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The latest episode of BBC Radio Lincolnshire's Red Imps Club podcast is out now.Lincoln City fans join the show to discuss other supporters' criticism, away games and late former Imps boss Keith Alexander.Listen above or on BBC Sounds here - and don't forget to subscribe to get each episode into your My Sounds feed.And don't forget to tap the 'follow' button at the top of this page to stay up to date with the latest Lincoln City news.[BBC]All the latest Lincoln City news
  
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