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• Keeper Wright sets third-round Gills target for FA Cup

  06-11-2026 15:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gillingham goalkeeper Ollie Wright has set a target of getting through at least two rounds in the FA Cup this season.The League Two side have a home first-round tie on Saturday against National League club Barrow, who were relegated last season.Southampton academy graduate Wright, 24, is on loan at Priestfield, having spent last season at fellow fourth-tier club Accrington Stanley.He began his senior football career with loan spells in non-league at Bath, Worthing and Yeovil Town.Wright told BBC
  
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• Barcelona shot-stopper’s concerning numbers against Atletico Madrid ahead of La Liga clash

  08-11-2026 13:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona shot-stopper’s concerning numbers against Atletico Madrid ahead of La Liga clashWhile Barcelona’s overall record against Atletico Madrid in recent years remains decent, the Catalans have fallen short against Diego Simeone’s men in high-stakes games in recent times.Last season, in particular, Barcelona suffered against Los Rojiblancos in both the UEFA Champions League and the Copa del Rey, with Atletico Madrid finding the right formula against their high line.Their defence, in tha
  
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• Parker out to cure 'desperate' West Ham

  08-11-2026 13:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New West Ham United head coach Scott Parker has been given a crash course in the perils of leading the troubled club in his first three days in the job.Appointed on Wednesday to replace the sacked Nuno Espirito Santo, Parker has had two away games but just one training session to work with his new group of players.Little more than 72 hours in the post, but enough time to witness at first hand a soft underbelly on the pitch and a hostile atmosphere in the stands.Wednesday night was the ultimate g
  
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• Struggling Italiano targets Anguissa for Beşiktaş

  08-11-2026 13:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Struggling Italiano targets Anguissa for BeşiktaşVincenzo Italiano has identified Napoli midfielder André-Frank Zambo Anguissa as his top January target as he tries to turn around a difficult spell at Beşiktaş.According to TuttoMercatoWeb, the former Bologna and Fiorentina coach wants an experienced, physical midfielder to strengthen his side’s engine room, and the Cameroon international is at the top of his list.Italiano took over in Istanbul in June, but Beşiktaş have won only one of
  
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• These 5️⃣ stars who played for both Barça and Atlético 🤝

  08-11-2026 13:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  These 5️⃣ stars who played for both Barça and Atlético 🤝As the blockbuster clash between Barça and Atlético Madrid approaches, attention turns to a historic rivalry marked by headline-grabbing transfers. Many world-class players have worn both shirts, sometimes leaving an unforgettable impression at both clubs or causing a stir in the transfer market.Here's a look back.1. Luis Suárez: The discarded Pistolero who took his revengeIt is hard to find a more dramatic journey in modern La
  
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• With Koke but without Cuti, Atleti's squad for today 📋

  08-11-2026 13:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With Koke but without Cuti, Atleti's squad for today 📋Atlético de Madrid have officially announced their squad for today's match. The main news is the return of captain Koke Resurrección, who is available to Diego Pablo Simeone once again after recovering from a fitness issue.The most notable absentee is Cristian 'Cuti' Romero. The Argentine centre-back has been left out of the final squad due to fitness problems that prevent him from playing, forcing the coaching staff to reshuffle the def
  
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• Crystal Palace v Charlton Athletic

  08-11-2026 13:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Match report to appear here.WSL: Stuttering Arsenal travel to Liverpool & Man Utd at Aston VillaFind interviews and extra content on the BBC Women's Football Weekly feed
  
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• Arsenal reach Premier League Cup quarter-finals

  08-11-2026 13:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal reach Premier League Cup quarter-finalsArsenal progressed through to the quarter-finals of the u18 Premier League Cup with an emphatic win over Sunderland on Saturday, with Mylo Bernard scoring again.Photo via Arsenal.comThe Arsenal u18s went into Saturday’s u18 Premier League Cup match against Sunderland knowing that a win would see them progress to the knockout stages of the competition as group winners, but any other result would see Sunderland through instead.Effectively, the final
  
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• Why Enzo Maresca Substituted Marc Guehi And Josko Gvardiol at Half-Time in Nottingham Forest Defeat

  08-11-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Enzo Maresca Substituted Marc Guehi And Josko Gvardiol at Half-Time in Nottingham Forest DefeatCity became the first top-flight side since Sheffield Wednesday in the 1904-05 season to lose three straight league games immediately after winning seven to start their first campaign under Maresca.The defeat was the third league game in a row in which Manchester City conceded early, after losses to Aston Villa and Brighton and Hove Albion, with Maresca having criticised his side's lack of intensit
  
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• Real Madrid defender earns praise for calming heated tunnel confrontation during Valencia clash

  08-11-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid defender earns praise for calming heated tunnel confrontation during Valencia clashReal Madrid secured an impressive 3-0 victory over Valencia on Saturday and provisionally moved to the top of the La Liga standings.Goals from Federico Valverde, Arda Guler and Kylian Mbappe helped Mourinho’s men secure all three points.Los Blancos have now won each of their last eight games across all competitions and head into the November international break as the most in-form team in Europe.Howe
  
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• Barcelona superstar boasts remarkable record at Atletico Madrid’s Metropolitano ahead of La Liga showdown

  08-11-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona superstar boasts remarkable record at Atletico Madrid’s Metropolitano ahead of La Liga showdownBarcelona face a crucial test against Atletico Madrid on Sunday as Hansi Flick’s men look to return to the summit of La Liga.The Catalan club have ended their two-match losing streak with wins over Deportivo Alaves and Aston Villa.Securing three points against Atletico before heading into the November international break would be massive for Hansi Flick.One player with fond memories of pl
  
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• 🚨 Elche-Betis: Pellegrini makes up to five changes at the Martínez Valero

  08-11-2026 12:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Elche-Betis: Pellegrini makes up to five changes at the Martínez ValeroElche CF and Real Betis Balompié have revealed their line-ups for Sunday's LALIGA opener at 14:00 at the Martínez Valero.It is a high-stakes encounter: the visitors are chasing three points to strengthen their European ambitions, while the hosts urgently need points to pull away from the relegation zone.Elche head into matchday 12 needing to make a statement in front of their home fans. Dituro will be in goal, with Ru
  
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• Last season difficult with injury and miscarriage - Muniz

  08-11-2026 12:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fulham striker Rodrigo Muniz has spoken of the struggles he endured last season, revealing his wife suffered a miscarriage.Muniz scored the equaliser for the Cottagers in a 1-1 draw against Newcastle United on Saturday for his first league goal since their opening top-flight match of last season."Last season was really difficult for me because, now I can say it, but I had the surgery," said the 25-year-old Brazilian, who had an operation on a hamstring injury in November and was out until early
  
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• 😭 Shades of Schalke 2001: Argentine club celebrates title too soon

  08-11-2026 12:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😭 Shades of Schalke 2001: Argentine club celebrates title too soonWhat a football drama! In Argentina, the league title was celebrated twice on Saturday night. While Boca Juniors ultimately threw the biggest title party, rivals Rosario Central initially had plenty to cheer about too. The only problem: their celebrations were premature. Rosario had done their part in impressive fashion. Former world star Ángel Di María’s side beat Estudiantes de Río Cuarto 2–0 at home. With Boca stuck a
  
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• 'Pompey pay the price for not converting dominance'

  08-11-2026 12:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After a string of matches where Portsmouth came out on top or drew very close games there's a certain irony that the Blues were defeated after producing possibly their best half of the season.In fact they paid the price for not converting that dominance in the first 45 minutes into more than a one-goal lead.Stoke improved after the second half but their goals, particularly the first one, were soft. Nico Schmid has made some good saves since returning to the team but his position will come into q
  
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• Why Barcelona star has been omitted from Germany squad by Jurgen Klopp

  08-11-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Barcelona star has been omitted from Germany squad by Jurgen KloppEarlier in the week, Germany’s new coach Jurgen Klopp announced his final squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches.In what will be the second international break of the season so far, Klopp decided to exclude Barcelona forward Karim Adeyemi.While Barcelona should be happy to have the German at their disposal during the break, it should be quite concerning for the club that the player is no longer being considered b
  
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• 'It's becoming harder not to get carried away'

  08-11-2026 12:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In truth, at half-time, Stoke City's trip to Portsmouth felt like a game too far as the Championship form teams went toe-to-toe at the end of a three-game week.After a tough run of fixtures, Portsmouth edged a first half low on quality, like the slightly sharper of a couple of punch-drunk and unlikely contenders.Stoke midfielder Ethan Galbraith revealed harsh words were said in the away dressing room at the break.Substitutions soon followed and to labour the metaphor, Stoke collectively bit down
  
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• Barcelona step up efforts in pursuit of Bundesliga sensation on Real Madrid’s radar

  08-11-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona step up efforts in pursuit of Bundesliga sensation on Real Madrid’s radarThe Bundesliga appears to have unearthed yet another top talent in Niko Ilicevic, who has impressed after making two appearances for Eintracht Frankfurt this month.Ilicevic is the nephew of former HSV star Ivo Ilicevic and is regarded as one of the best up and coming talents in Germany.His performances haven’t gone unnoticed, with Barcelona emerging as a potential suitor for the Eintracht Frankfurt starlet. Re
  
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• Argyle boss 'excited' as Baidoo marks return with goal

  08-11-2026 12:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Baidoo scored his first goal for Plymouth Argyle nearly two years after his £1m move to Home Park [Shutterstock]Plymouth Argyle boss Tom Cleverley says he was impressed by Michael Baidoo's return to action.The Ghana forward, 27, had been out since injuring his hamstring in the final game of pre-season in early August.He came on as a substitute in the 4-0 FA Cup first-round win over non-league Alvechurch, scoring the Pilgrims' third goal - his first for the club.Baidoo was Argyle's record signin
  
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• Spanish midfield star recalls grandfather’s extraordinary love for Barcelona: ‘Supporting another club was impossible’

  08-11-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spanish midfield star recalls grandfather’s extraordinary love for Barcelona: ‘Supporting another club was impossible’Barcelona are preparing to face Atletico Madrid in La Liga at the Metropolitano later today as they look to return to the top of the standings.Real Madrid provisionally moved into pole position after securing a 3-0 victory over Valencia, but Barça would return to the top with a victory or even a draw tonight.One of Hansi Flick’s most important players, not just for tonig
  
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• Jeglertz pleased with Manchester City’s hunger in victory against West Ham

  08-11-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jeglertz pleased with Manchester City’s hunger in victory against West HamManchester City head coach Andrée Jeglertz was pleased with how his side keep searching for more goals in their 5-0 win over West Ham United at The Joie Stadium on Sunday afternoon.Khadija Shaw netted a hat-trick while Aoba Fujino and Iman Beney were also on target in the rout.Speaking to the media after the game, Jeglertz admitted that he was pleased to see his side hungry for goals.“I think that shows something abou
  
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• William Saliba set to play for Arsenal u21s on Sunday

  08-11-2026 12:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  William Saliba set to play for Arsenal u21s on SundayMikel Arteta has confirmed that William Saliba will play for the Arsenal u21s this weekend, as the defender builds up his minutes after injury.Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty ImagesAfter featuring on the bench for Arsenal in midweek for the first time this season, William Saliba dropped out of the senior squad for Saturday’s game against Hull City, sparking some concern in the Gunners fanbase.But Mikel Arteta explained that the absence was partl
  
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• Eric, Bernal to start in a 4-2-3-1: How Barcelona can line up against Atletico Madrid

  08-11-2026 11:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eric, Bernal to start in a 4-2-3-1: How Barcelona can line up against Atletico MadridBarcelona travel to the Metropolitano on Sunday for a crucial La Liga encounter against Atletico Madrid, looking to return to the top of the standings.Hansi Flick’s side have recovered well from their defeat in El Clasico, with back-to-back victories over Deportivo Alaves and Aston Villa.However, Atletico represent a completely different challenge, with Diego Simeone enjoying an excellent recent record against
  
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• Liverpool face Chelsea competition in £41.7m Premier League defender move

  08-11-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool face Chelsea competition in £41.7m Premier League defender moveLiverpool Eye El Hadji Malick Diouf as Chelsea Join Brentford Transfer RaceLiverpool are being linked with another move in the full-back market, this time with Brentford left-back El Hadji Malick Diouf reportedly attracting serious interest. According to 4-4-2.com, Chelsea are also tracking the Senegalese youngster, with both clubs said to have already made contact with his representatives.There is a familiar rhythm to sto
  
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• Vasco v Palmeiras to be shown internationally on OneFootball 📲

  08-11-2026 11:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vasco v Palmeiras to be shown internationally on OneFootball 📲It's a decisive matchday in the 2026 Copa Betano do Brasil!If you live abroad or are currently outside Brazil, you know where to watch Vasco vs Palmeiras this Sunday (8): right here on OneFootball!In partnership with MediaPro and the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), OneFootball has secured the rights to broadcast both legs of Palmeiras vs Vasco and Atlético-MG vs Grêmio, as well as the grand final, in more than 170 countri
  
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• Fran Gonzalez explains his decision to leave Real Madrid – “You have other dreams”

  08-11-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fran Gonzalez explains his decision to leave Real Madrid – “You have other dreams”Fran Gonzalez was one of the less talked-about exits for Real Madrid in a summer that was saw a lot of action.The young goalkeeper, after multiple years with the club’s academy, left Real Madrid to join Sevilla on a deal worth €3 million.Although Gonzalez has yet to make a breakthrough at Sevilla, he has recently explained his decision to leave Real Madrid in the summer in great detail.Gonzalez on leaving
  
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• Serie A Liveblog: Napoli-Lazio, Inter-Como, Genoa-Milan, Fiorentina-Juventus and more

  08-11-2026 11:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A Liveblog: Napoli-Lazio, Inter-Como, Genoa-Milan, Fiorentina-Juventus and moreJoin us for all the build-up and action as it happens from today’s five Serie A games, as Napoli in crisis host leaders Lazio, Milan visit Genoa, there’s Monza-Atalanta, a massive Inter vs. Como clash, then Juventus away to Fiorentina.We begin at 11.30 GMT (12.30 CET) at the Stadio Maradona, where Napoli desperately need to turn things around, but are against a Lazio side flying high in top spot.At 14.00 GMT
  
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• 🧐 Who goes through? See predicted Vasco and Palmeiras XIs, have your say

  08-11-2026 11:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🧐 Who goes through? See predicted Vasco and Palmeiras XIs, have your sayVasco and Palmeiras will battle for a place in the Copa do Brasil FINAL at 5 p.m. this Sunday (8) at São Januário.The winner will face Grêmio in the grand final. Who will go through? Have YOUR SAY!
  Globo, SporTV, Premiere, GETV and Prime Video will broadcast the match. Palmeiras lead after a 1–0 first-leg win and only need a draw to advance.Vasco need to win by at least two goals to advance outright. A one-goal win f
  
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• 🧐 Who goes through? See likely Vasco and Palmeiras XIs and have your say

  08-11-2026 11:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🧐 Who goes through? See likely Vasco and Palmeiras XIs and have your sayVasco and Palmeiras will battle for a place in the Copa do Brasil FINAL at 5 p.m. this Sunday (8) at São Januário.The winners will face Grêmio in the final. Who will go through? Have YOUR SAY!
  Globo, SporTV, Premiere, GETV and Prime Vídeo will broadcast the match. Palmeiras lead after a 1–0 first-leg win and only need a draw to advance.Vasco need to win by at least two goals to advance outright. A one-goal Vasco win
  
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• Iker Casillas pulls his children out of the Real Madrid academy out of frustration – report

  08-11-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Iker Casillas pulls his children out of the Real Madrid academy out of frustration – reportThe Real Madrid academy has been highly successful in nurturing some of Europe’s most promising talents in recent years.The academy, right now, is home to a host of top talents, some of who share a great heritage as well, including Martin and Lucas – two sons of Real Madrid legend Iker Casillas.However, it seems their days at the academy are all but over following the decision of his father.Casillas
  
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