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• Johnston confident about six-pointer at Coventry

  15-04-2025 17:23 via bbc.com
  
  Mikey Johnston's stunning curler against Coventry City at The Hawthorns last season came in the middle of his Spring scoring spree of six goals in seven games [Getty Images]West Bromwich Albion have already set themselves the challenge of winning their last five games this season to stand a chance of reaching the Championship play-offs for the second successive year.And Saturday's 2-1 home win over Watford made it 'one down, four to go'.Mikey Johnston got what proved to be the winner at The Hawt
  
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• Atletico Madrid deal with Roma on the rocks due to player concerns

  05-01-2026 03:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Atletico Madrid deal with Roma on the rocks due to player concernsAtletico Madrid are hoping to be busy this month, as they seek to improve Diego Simeone’s squad for the second half of the season. A new defender is wanted, but in order for someone to be brought in, it could be that someone leaves first – and that someone could be Giacomo Raspadori.Having only joined in the summer from Napoli, Raspadori has struggled for prominence at Atleti. In total, he has made 14 appearances acros
  
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• Bayern Munich star makes shock admission – “I want to play for Real Madrid”

  05-01-2026 03:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  Bayern Munich star makes shock admission – “I want to play for Real Madrid”Real Madrid have always got their finger on the pulse when it comes to signing highly-rated younger players. The likes of Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo Goes, Endrick Felipe and Franco Mastantuono have all arrived as teenagers, and there could be another one on the way in the next couple of years.Over the last six months, Lennart Karl has developed into one of Europe’s most exciting forwards. The 17-year
  
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• 🚨 Official: Rodrigo Dourado joins América as their latest signing

  05-01-2026 02:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  🚨 Official: Rodrigo Dourado joins América as their latest signingClub América has officially announced the arrival of their first signing for the current tournament: Rodrigo Dourado.With a contract signed until December 2028, the holding midfielder arrives to strengthen the defensive line in André Jardine’s system.Jardine knows Dourado’s abilities perfectly, as he originally brought him to Liga MX for Atlético de San Luis. Dourado’s numb
  
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• Xabi Alonso confirms Kylian Mbappe injury state of play ahead of Spanish Supercup

  05-01-2026 02:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  Xabi Alonso confirms Kylian Mbappe injury state of play ahead of Spanish SupercupReal Madrid may have replaced Kylian Mbappe adequately against Real Betis, but they will want him back from injury as soon as possible – especially with the Spanish Super Cup taking place later this week.Mbappe missed the Betis match due to a knee injury, which he aggravated during the final few matches of 2025. It was initially reported that he would not be able to travel to Saudi Arabia in the coming days, b
  
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• Barcelona striker target present at Espanyol victory

  05-01-2026 02:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona striker target present at Espanyol victoryBarcelona are in the market for a new striker, with preparations already being made for Robert Lewandowski to depart at the end of the season. Due to their financial restrictions, the likelihood is that a low-cost option is brought in over the likes of Julian Alvarez and Harry Kane, and in recent months, they have been linked with Fisnik Asllani.Back in October, Barcelona’s interest in Asllani was first reported. The 23-year-old, who has
  
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• Xabi Alonso heaps praise on Real Madrid hattrick hero Gonzalo Garcia

  05-01-2026 01:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  Xabi Alonso heaps praise on Real Madrid hattrick hero Gonzalo GarciaReal Madrid sealed their biggest win of the season so far on Sunday, as they defeated Real Betis 5-1 at the Bernabeu. It was also a fourth victory in a row, which saw them return to within four points of Barcelona at the top of La Liga.As per Diario AS, head coach Xabi Alonso gave his reaction to the match, which he considered to be very in control.“I’m happy to start the year with a well-deserved, comfortable victor
  
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• Trabelsi sacked by Tunisia after last-16 Afcon exit

  05-01-2026 00:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  Sami Trabelsi said his team conceding a penalty against Mali was 'incomprehensible' [Getty Images]Tunisia coach Sami Trabelsi has been sacked a day after the team's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) last-16 defeat by Mali.The 2004 champions were playing against 10 men for more than 90 minutes of a match that went to extra time in Casablanca, after Mali's Woyo Coulibaly was sent off early on.Tunisia, who have qualified for the 2026 World Cup, went ahead in the 88th minute, only to concede a pena
  
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• Inter Milan Assistant Praises Captain After Bologna Win – & Jokes ‘Chivu Shouts More Than Inzaghi’

  05-01-2026 00:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  Inter Milan Assistant Praises Captain After Bologna Win – & Jokes ‘Chivu Shouts More Than Inzaghi’Inter made the perfect start to 2026 by brushing aside Bologna 3-1 at San Siro and climbing back to the top of the Serie A table, with Aleksandar Kolarov praising captain Lautaro Martinez and joking after head coach Cristian Chivu lost his voice.With Chivu virtually voiceless after an animated night on the touchline, it fell to assistant coach Aleksandar Kolarov to sum up the p
  
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• Roma continue to work on Raspadori after reaching agreement with Atletico

  05-01-2026 00:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Roma continue to work on Raspadori after reaching agreement with AtleticoRoma are pushing for Giacomo Raspadori, one of their key targets for strengthening their squad ahead of the second half of the season. The Giallorossi have reached an agreement with Atlético Madrid on a loan deal with an option to buy and are now awaiting a definitive response from the Colchoneros striker.As reported by Matteo Moretto on YouTube, a full agreement has been confirmed between Roma and Atletico Madrid fo
  
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• Trabelsi departs Tunisia after last-16 exit at Afcon

  05-01-2026 00:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  Sami Trabelsi called his team conceding a penalty against Mali 'incomprehensible' [Getty Images]Tunisia have sacked coach Sami Trabelsi a day after their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) last-16 defeat to Mali by penalties.The 2004 champions had an extra player for more than 90 minutes in Casablanca and went ahead in the 88th minute, only to concede a penalty in the sixth minute of added time and spurn a lead in the shootout.The Tunisian Football Federation said it had "decided to terminate th
  
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• Italiano fury at Bologna ‘non-performance’ in defeat to Inter

  05-01-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Italiano fury at Bologna ‘non-performance’ in defeat to InterVincenzo Italiano warns Bologna were punished for a ‘non-performance’ against Inter and ‘cannot have lost everything in the space of 23 days.’The Rossoblu had beaten these opponents on December 19 in the Supercoppa Italiana semi-final in Riyadh, winning the penalty shoot-out following a 1-1 draw.MILAN, ITALY – JANUARY 04: Santiago Castro of Bologna is challenged by Hakan Calhanoglu of FC Intern
  
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• Inter Milan Youngster ‘Enjoyed Beautiful San Siro’ After Making Debut In Bologna Win

  05-01-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Inter Milan Youngster ‘Enjoyed Beautiful San Siro’ After Making Debut In Bologna WinIt was a night Matteo Lavelli will remember for the rest of his career, as the young forward made his senior debut for Inter during the Nerazzurri’s convincing 3-1 win over Bologna at San Siro.Introduced late in the match, Lavelli was able to savour the atmosphere of the stadium while taking his first steps at top level in an Inter shirt.Speaking to Inter TV after the final whistle, via FCInterN
  
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• Premier League all-time appearances leaders: When can James Milner catch Gareth Barry?

  04-01-2026 23:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  James Milner's incredible career sees the 40-year-old — as of January 4 — closing in on the all-time Premier League appearances record held by Gareth Barry.Milner needs four more appearances to tie Barry and five to stand alone on the all-time list, and he's contributed in so many areas — Milner’s tied for ninth on the all-time PL assists list with Mohamed Salah (90).MORE — Current Premier League tableMilner's numbers are outstanding as he's won so much for so many
  
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• PSG win Paris derby, rare balance confirmed in Ligue 1

  04-01-2026 23:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  PSG win Paris derby, rare balance confirmed in Ligue 1In the match that concluded the 17th round of the 2025/26 Ligue 1, PSG won the regional derby against Paris FC 2-1 this Sunday (4th), at the Parc des Princes.Doué opened the scoring for PSG in the first half, Geubbels equalized from the penalty spot at the start of the second half, but Dembélé secured the victory for the "wealthy neighbor" – the clubs' stadiums are separated by just one avenue.This was the first Par
  
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• Poland International ‘Happy To Be Able To Support The Team’ As Inter Milan Crush Bologna In 3-1 Victory

  04-01-2026 23:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Poland International ‘Happy To Be Able To Support The Team’ As Inter Milan Crush Bologna In 3-1 VictoryPiotr Zielinski expressed quiet satisfaction after Inter’s 3-1 victory over Bologna at San Siro, a match in which the Nerazzurri delivered a convincing performance while once again asserting their authority against a traditionally awkward opponent.Speaking to DAZN alongside captain Lautaro Martinez after the final whistle, the Poland international reflected on both his persona
  
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• 'A chance' Chelsea will name new boss on Monday as Rosenior jets in

  04-01-2026 23:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  Rosenior previously managed Hull City in the Championship before taking over at Strasbourg [Getty Images]Liam Rosenior has flown to London to finalise his expected appointment as Chelsea head coach.As BBC Sport reported on Thursday, Strasbourg boss Rosenior is the leading candidate to replace Enzo Maresca, who has left Stamford Bridge.Talks to appoint Rosenior are at an advanced stage, and the 41-year-old is in the capital to complete formalities before he is named as Maresca's successor.BlueCo
  
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• Inter assistant Kolarov: ‘Chivu seems very calm, but he’s really not’

  04-01-2026 23:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  Inter assistant Kolarov: ‘Chivu seems very calm, but he’s really not’Cristian Chivu lost his voice during Inter’s 3-1 victory over Bologna, so assistant Aleksandar Kolarov spoke instead. ‘The coach seems very calm, but he’s really not!’The Nerazzurri had a point to prove against Bologna, having lost on a penalty shoot-out last month in the Supercoppa Italiana semi-final.MILAN, ITALY – JANUARY 04: Piotr Zielinski of FC Internazionale Milano celebrat
  
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• Inter Milan Captain ‘Delighted’ For Teammate After Goal Against Bologna: ‘He’s Worked So Hard’

  04-01-2026 23:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Inter Milan Captain ‘Delighted’ For Teammate After Goal Against Bologna: ‘He’s Worked So Hard’Lautaro Martinez was named Panini Player of the Match after Inter’s 3-1 victory over Bologna at San Siro, a performance that saw the captain score the decisive second goal and lead by example on a night that carried particular weight for the Nerazzurri.Speaking to DAZN after the match, via FCInterNews, Lautaro admitted the team felt a sense of redemption after several
  
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• Serie A Table: Inter, Milan and Napoli create three-horse Scudetto battle

  04-01-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Serie A Table: Inter, Milan and Napoli create three-horse Scudetto battleSerie A is almost at the halfway point, even if there are a few games in hand, but Inter, Napoli and Milan are starting to create a gap in the Scudetto race.The Week 18 fixtures were completed this evening with Inter sweeping Bologna aside 3-1 at San Siro to consolidate first place.That was their fifth consecutive Serie A victory and put them on 39 points from 17 games played, one ahead of Milan and two clear of Napoli.MILA
  
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• Hamburg keeper Daniel Peretz engages in training strike in effort to force Southampton move

  04-01-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Hamburg keeper Daniel Peretz engages in training strike in effort to force Southampton moveKicker reports that Hamburg keeper Daniel Peretz is engaging in a training strike in an effort to force his Southampton move. Peretz was initially late to report to the resumption of HSV training on Friday due to a flight cancellation. Kickernevertheless reports that Peretz has been in the German Hanseatic city-state all weekend, yet not reported to training in protest of his stalled move to the EFL Champi
  
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• West Ham United Prepare Formal Bid For Defensive Solution To Rescue Season: Is This The Signing That Guarantees Safety?

  04-01-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  West Ham United Prepare Formal Bid For Defensive Solution To Rescue Season: Is This The Signing That Guarantees Safety?According to a recent report from Dean Jones, West Ham United have put Toulouse centre-back Charlie Cresswell at the top of their shopping list. They hope to fix their leaky defence with this move. Nuno Espirito Santo finds his side stuck in 18th place, four points from safety.This is mostly because the team have let in the second-highest number of goals in the league. The repor
  
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• Inter Milan & Germany Defender Proud Of Bologna Win, Hails Captain: ‘He Always Plays For The Team’

  04-01-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  Inter Milan & Germany Defender Proud Of Bologna Win, Hails Captain: ‘He Always Plays For The Team’After Inter Milan’s 3-1 Serie A win over Bologna, Yann Bisseck spoke to DAZN, expressing satisfaction with the performance while offering warm praise for captain Lautaro Martinez.Bisseck initially sparked concern with his facial expression during the interview, but quickly played it down with humour.“I’m old, that’s all,” he joked, with quotes via FCInte
  
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• Lautaro Martinez and Zielinski impressed with Inter plan to beat Bologna curse

  04-01-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Lautaro Martinez and Zielinski impressed with Inter plan to beat Bologna curseLautaro Martinez and Piotr Zielinski noted the importance of Inter’s tactical plan to end their Bologna curse with a 3-1 victory. ‘My hand hurts, but I go home happy tonight.’The Nerazzurri secured a fifth consecutive Serie A victory to keep hold of top spot, but were also eager to prove a point against Bologna.They had lost a penalty shoot-out against these opponents just a couple of weeks ago in the
  
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• Update in Everton’s Chase For Brazilian Right Back: Can Moyes Still Win The Race?

  04-01-2026 23:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Update in Everton’s Chase For Brazilian Right Back: Can Moyes Still Win The Race?Brazilian radio station Tupi FM reports that Atlético Madrid now lead the chase for Botafogo right-back Vitinho. This development leaves Everton trailing in their wake. Everton have monitored the 26-year-old defender closely as they sought reinforcements for their depleted backline.Everton slip behind in pursuit of Brazilian defender VitinhoHowever, the Spanish giants have seized the initiative. Everton
  
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• Gary O’Neil on Strasbourg shortlist to replace Liam Rosenior

  04-01-2026 23:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  Gary O’Neil on Strasbourg shortlist to replace Liam RoseniorRacing Club de Strasbourg are considering former Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Gary O’Neil as a potential replacement for Chelsea-bound Liam Rosenior, according to a report from L’Équipe. The 42 year-old is one of the names being reviewed by BlueCo and is understood to have met representatives of the ownership group on Saturday, with Strasbourg president Marc Keller and sporting director David Weir –
  
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• Aston Villa Chasing Man City Star To Continue Elite Reclamation Trend: Can Emery Unlock This High-Ceiling Forward?

  04-01-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Aston Villa Chasing Man City Star To Continue Elite Reclamation Trend: Can Emery Unlock This High-Ceiling Forward?Aston Villa are reportedly chasing Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush. They want to take advantage of the Egyptian international’s frustration over his lack of playing time at the Etihad.According to a new report from Dean Jones via TEAMtalk, the Villans are seriously looking into a deal for the 26-year-old. They are now competing with Tottenham Hotspur for his signature.The
  
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• 'I don't have a crystal ball' - damaging few days for Man City?

  04-01-2026 22:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  Chelsea's stoppage-time equaliser against Manchester City on a freezing Sunday evening at Etihad Stadium felt a monumental moment in the Premier League title race.With time ticking away, Pep Guardiola's side were edging towards a ninth consecutive top-flight home victory as they aimed to maintain the pressure on leaders Arsenal.But City wilted late on by conceding to Enzo Fernandez's 94th-minute leveller, bundling in at the far post to leave the travelling fans delirious and the home faithful st
  
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• Do Manchester City need transfers as 'make or break' January starts with Dias, Gvardiol injuries?

  04-01-2026 22:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester City lost a lead, a point, and maybe a lot more in a span of 41 minutes of Sunday, as star defenders Josko Gvardiol and Ruben Dias were injured prior to Enzo Fernandez's stoppage-time equalizer for Chelsea in a 1-1 draw at the Etihad Stadium.MORE — Man City v Chelsea player ratings | Pep Guardiola reactionAlready dealing with fixture congestion and set for a very busy January, Pep Guardiola's men are looking at a six-point gap between them and leaders Arsenal on the Premier Leag
  
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• Eintracht Frankfurt conclude deal to acquire Forest’s Arnaud Kalimuendo on loan, negotiations for Newcastle’s William Osula still ongoing

  04-01-2026 22:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  Eintracht Frankfurt conclude deal to acquire Forest’s Arnaud Kalimuendo on loan, negotiations for Newcastle’s William Osula still ongoingKicker and multiple other sources report that Arnaud Kalimuendo’s loan out to Eintracht Frankfurt is all sewn up. The Nottingham Forest professional is due in Frankfurt for a Monday medical. All of the final details have been clarified. Kicker claim that Kalimuendo will immediately join SGE training and might even be available for Friday eveni
  
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