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• Larin returns to Southampton with 'back irritation'

  05-10-2026 19:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cyle Larin is the top scorer in the Championship with seven goals [Getty Images]Southampton striker Cyle Larin has withdrawn from international duty with Canada after experiencing back irritation.The Canadian national side released a statement saying the forward was struggling with an issue before their friendly against Peru over the weekend and he has now returned to Saints for further evaluation. Larin - the top scorer in the Championship with seven goals in eight matches - was an unused subst
  
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• The performances of a French star over the international break will thrill Manchester City

  06-10-2026 08:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The performances of a French star over the international break will thrill Manchester CityThe international break is often when clubs hold their breath over the fitness of their key players. This has especially been the case during this extended international break. Manchester City had a plethora of players who were selected for their countries, which is the norm given the quality of Enzo Maresca’s squad. In the case of Erling Haaland, he is suffering from fatigue which is a cause of conce
  
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• Lionel Messi is leaving international football with grace. Cristiano Ronaldo could never

  06-10-2026 08:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In boxing, some say the classiest way to go out is on your back, staring at the lights. Everyone loves a fairytale ending, but there is a certain closure that comes with bowing out in defeat. Regardless of what happens in Buenos Aires on Tuesday night, in a friendly against Benin, Lionel Messi will end his Argentina career in a similar vein. The final, overriding taste will be one of loss.The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, 39, announced his retirement from international football following
  
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• Real Madrid deny any discontent with superstar forward after recent controversy – report

  06-10-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid deny any discontent with superstar forward after recent controversy – reportReal Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe was unfortunate to suffer an injury in his first match for France during the international break.He subsequently returned to the club, where tests revealed that he had suffered a minor injury and should be back soon.Mbappe was then pictured in France during some personal time instead of working on his recovery in Madrid, and this has caused a lot of controversy.Howeve
  
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• Barcelona plan two more contract renewals as Deco targets homegrown stars

  06-10-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona plan two more contract renewals as Deco targets homegrown starsAccording to Mundo Deportivo, it has been learned that Barcelona are preparing to address the contractual situations of Gerard Martin and Brian Farinas, with sporting director Deco keen to make progress on both renewals.The pair are the latest names on the club’s list as Barcelona work on new deals for Raphinha, Marc Bernal and Xavi Espart. Deco’s priority is to avoid entering next summer with uncertainty s
  
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• Thomas Tuchel hints at why Quansah could have the edge over Alexander-Arnold

  06-10-2026 08:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel hints at why Quansah could have the edge over Alexander-ArnoldThomas Tuchel has hinted at why Jarell Quansah could have the edge over Trent Alexander-Arnold at right-back for England.Tuchel has largely overlooked Alexander-Arnold, with the Real Madrid defender making just two appearances under him.Alexander-Arnold received his second call-up under Tuchel for England’s first four games in the Nations League, but has been behind Quansah in the pecking order.The Bayer Leverkusen
  
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• Bayern reach breakthrough in contract negotiations with Harry Kane over a new deal

  06-10-2026 08:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern reach breakthrough in contract negotiations with Harry Kane over a new dealBayern Munich have reached a breakthrough in negotiations with Harry Kane over a new contract. The striker is edging closer to committing his future to the Bundesliga giants.According to Florian Plettenberg, an agreement has been reached in principle between the two parties, with talks now entering the final stage.Bayern are planning to tie Kane down until 2029, although the remaining details of the agreement still
  
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• 🗞️ The front pages: Messi bids farewell and Lamine Yamal's reign begins

  06-10-2026 08:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗞️ The front pages: Messi bids farewell and Lamine Yamal's reign beginsTuesday's front pages are all about celebrations: one is about to end, while the other has only just begun. Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal take centre stage.  Messi plays his final match for Argentina tonight (01:00) against Benin, and Olé turns it into a collective outpouring of tears with "Time to cry, my love". Spain visit a Croatia side still hurting from their 7-0 defeat to England, and Mar
  
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• Ballon d’Or 2026 power rankings: Who leads the race with less than a month until ceremony?

  06-10-2026 08:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The race for the Ballon d’Or is entering its final stretch with just three weeks until the world’s best player is crowned in London.Spain’s triumph over Argentina in the final will surely bode well for the likes of 2024 winner Rodri and Lamine Yamal in their pursuit of the individual accolade, who have both played their part in Barcelona’s 100 percent start to the new campaign, hoping it will complement their role in winning football’s most coveted trophy.Harry Kane
  
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• Real Madrid superstar warned he is ‘losing the affection’ of supporters

  06-10-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid superstar warned he is ‘losing the affection’ of supportersEver since arriving in Spain to sign for Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappe has enjoyed a love-hate relationship with the Spanish media.The Frenchman’s arrival was expected to be the signing that propelled a Champions League-winning side to an unstoppable level.Instead, since Mbappe arrived, Madrid are yet to win a single piece of silverware. He is now facing another wave of criticism in Spain.Pedrerol questions Mba
  
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• Dani Olmo explains why he left Barcelona for Dinamo Zagreb: ‘Everyone has their own story’

  06-10-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dani Olmo explains why he left Barcelona for Dinamo Zagreb: ‘Everyone has their own story’Dani Olmo will face Croatia in a Spain shirt, bringing an interesting personal connection to the international fixture after spending six years developing his career at Dinamo Zagreb. The Barcelona midfielder established himself in Croatian football before returning to Spain, making the encounter a notable one given the role the country played in his rise.Olmo joined Dinamo Zagreb as a teen
  
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• Calha is ready 💪, Amorim woes and Spalletti's XI: morning news☀️

  06-10-2026 07:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Calha is ready 💪, Amorim woes and Spalletti's XI: morning news☀️Last night's fine win over Turkey brings the international break for Italy and the other national teams to a close, after domestic leagues were put on hold. Serie A returns on Saturday.Watch every Serie BKT match live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 a month!The top clubs will therefore be back in action very soon. Let's take a look at this morning's biggest stories.💪 Juvent
  
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• Owner, businessman & player: Messi has big plans as a golden era ends

  06-10-2026 07:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Lionel Messi is about to play his last match for Argentina.On what will be his 208th appearance, the country's most-capped player and record goal scorer will bid an emotional farewell in a friendly against Benin at the Monumental in Buenos Aires. Arguably Argentina's greatest ever player - only Diego Maradona comes close -announced his retirement from the national team on 31 August, six weeks after the World Cup final defeat by Spain, saying he had nothing more to give. Coach Lionel Scaloni
  
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• Liverpool behind in race for £100m Andoni Iraola favourite

  06-10-2026 07:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool behind in race for £100m Andoni Iraola favouriteLiverpool have started the season well, but they are still some way from competing on all fronts. Andoni Iraola has his side looking increasingly confident on the pitch, but problems with the midfield persist and will need to be addressed.Several top midfielders have been identified as potential targets for the Reds as the winter window approaches, but they aren’t the only club looking.Both Manchester clubs completed extensive
  
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• A young keeper keeps showing that he may have a big future at Manchester City

  06-10-2026 07:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A young keeper keeps showing that he may have a big future at Manchester CityThe hope with every young player that Manchester City sends out on loan is that they’ll develop their game with an eye on one day becoming a City first team player. This move doesn’t always go to plan, but heading out on loan to gain first team experience is a valuable step in City’s youngsters’ development. One player whose progress City will be enthusiastic about is young goalkeeper Pierce Char
  
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• The hype around an American sensation has grown, which is exciting for Manchester City

  06-10-2026 07:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The hype around an American sensation has grown, which is exciting for Manchester CityWith the performances that Cavan Sullivan has put in for the Philadelphia Union in the MLS in 2026, hype is building ahead of his arrival at Manchester City. Sullivan’s performances have established him as one of the most exciting young prospects in world football. The American attacking midfielder is 17 years of age and has long been regarded as a future star of the game. Fortunately, Manchester City sec
  
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• Is England v Czech Republic on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Nations League clash

  06-10-2026 07:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England will bid to build on one of their best performances in recent memory as they host the Czech Republic football at Wembley.Thomas Tuchel’s side were in irresistible form in Rijeka on Saturday as they thrashed Croatia 7-0, with Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka scoring twice in the rout.That followed a 2-0 Nations League success against a 10-man Czech side in Prague and Tuchel’s squad will carry confidence into their final fixture of this extended international break.The visitors showe
  
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• Wales focus on Albania as Grainger reunion looms

  06-10-2026 06:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wales are unbeaten in their past eight internationals[FAW]Wales resume their bid to reach a first Women's World Cup this week knowing former boss Gemma Grainger may eventually stand between them and a place in Brazil next summer.Grainger came closer than any of her predecessors to ending Wales' wait for a World Cup appearance in qualifying for the 2023 tournament.Yet as they head into the play-offs for the 2027 World Cup, Wales' players are aware that something special is likely to be required a
  
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• Wales Under-23s gather for inaugural women’s camp

  06-10-2026 06:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tianna Teisar spent a loan spell at Gwalia United during the 2023-24 season [FAW]There was a familiar buzz in the air at the Vale Resort in Cardiff for the start of a new international camp. Laughter echoed down the corridors as players caught up, exchanged hugs, and proudly wore their red Welsh kit. In many ways, it felt remarkably like the first day of a new school term - reuniting old friends, meeting new classmates, and stepping into an exciting new chapter.Only this wasn't a school ground.
  
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• 🇲🇽 Mexico's opponents confirmed: ¡Jamaica stand in the way of Final Four!

  06-10-2026 06:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🇲🇽 Mexico's opponents confirmed: ¡Jamaica stand in the way of Final Four!El Tricolor now knows its opponent for the Concacaf Nations League quarterfinals: Mexico will face Jamaica in a two-legged series to decide one of the spots in the Final Four.The first leg will take place in Kingston, Jamaica, while the decisive match will be played in Monterrey, where the Mexican national team will look to seal the series in front of its home fans.The goal is clear: beat Jamaica to re
  
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• What control! Zidane oozes class during France match 🎥

  06-10-2026 01:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What control! Zidane oozes class during France match 🎥Zinedine Zidane has reasons to make fans optimistic about the future of the French national team.And on Monday (5), he gave fans another reason to rise from their seats at the Stade de France.During the Nations League match against Belgium, the former player showed that he still knows how to handle the ball.Zidane stylishly controlled a ball that had been kicked out of play. Watch below:The French also had reasons to celebrate what ha
  
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• NI make huge strides despite Georgia frustration

  06-10-2026 01:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Northern Ireland drew both home games on the Nations League window 0-0 [Getty Images]Northern Ireland's first nine points in the Uefa Nations League were accumulated over the grand total of 17 games.Finishing their four-game window with a stalemate against Georgia in Group B2 ensured Michael O'Neill's side earned eight across a mere 11 days. It says plenty about the building mood around this young side that, even after what was undoubtedly their best ever Nations League window, fans filed out of
  
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• Defender jokes about facing Messi in international farewell 🎥

  06-10-2026 00:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Defender jokes about facing Messi in international farewell 🎥Benin national team defender Mohamed Tijani joked about the opportunity to face Lionel Messi in his farewell match for Argentina.Interviewed this Monday (5) while strolling through Buenos Aires, he admitted that he probably won't take the clash at the Monumental de Núñez too seriously."We don't have to mark him. We're going to enjoy the match. There's no special plan," he said.During the conversation, the Benin pl
  
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• Football Italia Show: Convincing Azzurri win, Doumbia and Vergara are here to stay

  06-10-2026 00:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Football Italia Show: Convincing Azzurri win, Doumbia and Vergara are here to stayRoberto Mancini rotated heavily, retaining only Donnarumma and Bastoni from the previous starting XI, and Italy inevitably lost some fluidity. However, Scamacca still made the difference, scoring with a powerful strike despite looking less polished in possession than Pio Esposito.BOLOGNA – OCTOBER 05: Pio Esposito of Italy celebrates scoring his team’s third goal during the UEFA Nations League 2026/27 g
  
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• Mancini earns applause from media and confident Italy youth will flourish

  06-10-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mancini earns applause from media and confident Italy youth will flourishRoberto Mancini made an emotional confession about Gianluca Vialli that saw the media erupt in applause after Italy’s win over Turkiye, and noted young players will continue to gain experience.The coach had faced criticism and outright hostility after his return to the Azzurri bench, having walked away in the summer of 2023 for a job in Saudi Arabia.He then lost his first Nations League match 2-0 at home to Belgium, b
  
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• Montella: ‘A new level for Turkiye, we played a little better than Italy’

  05-10-2026 23:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Montella: ‘A new level for Turkiye, we played a little better than Italy’Vincenzo Montella warns Turkiye are doing the best they can at ‘a new level’ in the Nations League after a 3-1 defeat to Italy. ‘They introduced €350m worth of players off the bench.’It was again a very good overall performance from Turkiye, with plenty of possession, forcing a couple of Gianluigi Donnarumma saves, and Aral Simsir scoring a more than deserved equaliser from the Gianl
  
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• Humble Gilmour happy with new role as 50th cap beckons

  05-10-2026 23:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Still fresh-faced, still slight of stature, still to reach the peak of his powers after a career blighted by untimely injuries, it is hard to believe Billy Gilmour is already on the brink of a 50th cap for Scotland.The 25-year-old midfielder at last is winning the regular first-team starts, not only with the national team but also with Napoli, his talent surely deserves.His cause has, ironically, been aided in part by the absence through illness from both of clubmate Scott McTominay.It has also
  
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• Romano: ‘I chose Italy with all my heart, see strong team going forward’

  05-10-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Romano: ‘I chose Italy with all my heart, see strong team going forward’Alessandro Romano reiterates he ‘wanted to play for Italy with all my heart’ after switching allegiance from Switzerland, and sees a ‘very strong team going forward.’The Cagliari midfielder returned to the starting XI for this evening’s 3-1 victory over Turkiye, having last started the 2-0 home defeat to Belgium.It was followed by a 4-1 result on Turkish soil and the impressive 1-1 d
  
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• ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga results: Austria Wien make history, Graz hold Pölten and Südburgenland earn first win

  05-10-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga results: Austria Wien make history, Graz hold Pölten and Südburgenland earn first winThe eighth week of results in the ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga saw first face off against second in the league as Sturm Graz travelled to the NV Arena in Pölten. SK Rapid also faced a major challenge as they travelled across the capital to the Generali Arena for the first ever Austria Wien and SK Rapid derby.SpG Südburgenland/TSV Hartberg changed their fortunes as the
  
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• Manchester United Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This Bundesliga Forward: Is He Worth The Fight?

  05-10-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This Bundesliga Forward: Is He Worth The Fight?In a recent report, journalist Mark Brus revealed that Manchester United are locked in a three-way battle for Freiburg forward Igor Matanovic. It is believed that the Red Devils would have to compete with Arsenal and Chelsea in the race to land the Croat talent next year.Matanovic’s Impressive Form In The Bundesliga This SeasonMatanovic has enjoyed a good run of form at the German club in
  
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