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• Left in the dark - will fans ever get to hear live VAR audio?

  14-09-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It was one of the most controversial VAR decisions in years, yet the 74,161 inside Old Trafford were kept in the dark.When referee Michael Oliver blew his whistle to award Erling Haaland's goal, few would have had any clue the real offside situation involved Enzo Fernandez.Viewers on television, however, were able to learn exactly what happened with the goal that gave Manchester City a 1-0 win.It is not just about the most contentious decisions, either. On Saturday, Crystal Palace defender Axel
  
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• USMNT reportedly calling up Cavan Sullivan for upcoming friendlies after 16-year-old's breakthrough with Union

  16-09-2026 23:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cavan Sullivan is coming into his own with the Philadelphia Union. Since the MLS resumed play following the 2026 World Cup, the precocious 16-year-old midfielder has recorded six goals and eight assists across all competitions.He’s made goal contributions in each of his past seven league games — the longest streak of that kind an MLS teenager has ever authored — including during a 5-0 obliteration of San Diego FC last Sunday, a match in which Sullivan chipped in an assist and c
  
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• Deal agreed, midfielder set to return to Liverpool after four years

  16-09-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Deal agreed, midfielder set to return to Liverpool after four yearsLiverpool have agreed a deal to sign a midfielder who left the club four years ago.Andoni Iraola has had a difficult start to life at Anfield. Most supporters will acknowledge that his job has not been made any easier by the squad he inherited.It's a team that is very much all over the place in terms of balance.Richard Hughes has left him with four wingers who prefer to play on the left side of the attack and none who prefer to p
  
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• Michael Carrick latest: Is Manchester United boss on hot seat? Red Devils capitulate in League Cup

  16-09-2026 23:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United's disappointing start to the 2026-27 season under Michael Carrick found a new low on Wednesday as the Red Devils blew a two-goal 10th-minute lead to Brighton & Hove Albion at Old Trafford in the League Cup.MORE — Man United 2-3 Brighton recap, video highlightsWith the international break quickly approaching, United have faltered at almost every step of the young season under Carrick.The weekend's failure to find the goal against 10-man Manchester City in the derby had
  
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• Sinisalo And Trusty Must Return | Predicted Celtic Lineup To Face Ferencvárosi In The Europa League

  16-09-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sinisalo And Trusty Must Return | Predicted Celtic Lineup To Face Ferencvárosi In The Europa LeagueAfter a catastrophic defeat to bitter rivals Rangers in the season’s first Old Firm derby, Celtic will now begin their Europa League campaign, with Hungarian heavyweights Ferencvárosi set to visit Parkhead on Thursday night. Confidence must be sky-high in the Greens’ camp following an emphatic 7-0 win over Debreceni in the Magyar Kupa, unlike the Bhoys, who were eliminated
  
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• PLAYER RATINGS | Sturm Graz 0-0 Rennes: Wasteful Bretons held to Europa League stalemate

  16-09-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PLAYER RATINGS | Sturm Graz 0-0 Rennes: Wasteful Bretons held to Europa League stalemateUEFA Europea League, Matchday 1, 16/09/2026Rennes started their Europa League campaign with a disappointing draw against Sturm Graz. The visitors could not convert the many chances that fell their way.The Match937 days after their last European tie, in which Benjamin Bourigeaud scored a hat-trick against AC Milan, Rennes returned to the European stage. Les Rouge et Noir kicked off their Europa League campaign
  
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• A Manchester City debut years in the making should take place against Norwich City

  16-09-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A Manchester City debut years in the making should take place against Norwich CityManchester City signed Gerónimo Rulli from Marseille this summer to be Gianluigi Donnarumma’s backup. James Trafford departed City for Leeds United, which meant that City were in the market for another keeper. They decided to sign the experienced Argentinian keeper to fill an obvious hole in their squad. Enzo Maresca’s side face Norwich City tomorrow night in the third round of the Carabao Cup at
  
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• UEL | Milan 0-2 Benfica: Nightmare start to Europa League

  16-09-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEL | Milan 0-2 Benfica: Nightmare start to Europa LeagueMilan had a nightmare start to the Europa League with a 2-0 home defeat to Benfica, as coach Ruben Amorim is already feeling the pressure over his decisions.The Rossoneri returned to Europe after back-to-back Serie A draws against Juventus and Lazio, but Amorim rotated giving Omari Hutchinson and Filippo Terracciano their first starts of the season, Davide Bartesaghi returning from injury, and a revamped midfield.Benfica had won seven in a
  
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• 🚨 League Cup: Man Utd knocked out after a crazy thriller 🤯

  16-09-2026 22:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 League Cup: Man Utd knocked out after a crazy thriller 🤯A collapse that could leave a mark!This Wednesday evening saw the continuation of the third round of the League Cup, with Manchester United notably in action at home against Brighton.Just like last Sunday against Manchester City, the Red Devils once again suffered a defeat in dramatic fashion!And for good reason: the Red Devils were leading 2-0 by the 10th minute thanks to goals from Shea Lacey (8th) and Mason Mount (10th)
  
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• PLAYER RATINGS | Anderlecht 1-2 Lyon: Nakamaura and Nartey secure winning start for Les Gones in Europe

  16-09-2026 22:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PLAYER RATINGS | Anderlecht 1-2 Lyon: Nakamaura and Nartey secure winning start for Les Gones in EuropeUEFA Europa League, Matchday 1, 16/09/2026Lyon were hoping to get their European campaign off to the perfect start in the Europa League as they travelled to Brussels to play Anderlecht. Les Gones were able to secure their first three points of the league phase thanks to goals from Noah Nartey and Keito Nakamura, with a 2-1 victory. The match:Lyon looked dangerous in the opening stages of the ma
  
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• Manchester United blow two-goal home lead to Brighton in League Cup (video)

  16-09-2026 22:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The first 10 minutes of Manchester United's League Cup tie with Brighton and Hove Albion at Old Trafford were electric. The good kind of electric.By the time the match ended, Michael Carrick's men had tossed aside a 2-0 lead and exited to the tournament by a 3-2 score to the Seagulls.Things are not going well in Manchester.Shea Lacey and Mason Mount gave the Red Devils a 2-0 lead and — seemingly — a foothold in the fourth round of League Cup.And what a goal it was for Lacey:SHEA LACE
  
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• Painful endgame for Gray as stale Hibs slump

  16-09-2026 22:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It was the strangest kind of farewell; more sadness than satisfaction, more 'thanks for the memories' than 'never darken our door again'.After a dozen years as a player, a goalscoring and Scottish Cup-winning icon, a coach, an interim manager and, for the last two-and-a-bit seasons, the first team manager, David Gray exited Hibs on Wednesday evening.He left, not to the sound of euphoria from the fans, but to the sound of a support collectively exhaling in relief. Given what he did on an immortal
  
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• 📋 Santos and Galo make changes for semi-final decider

  16-09-2026 22:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Santos and Galo make changes for semi-final deciderAtlético-MG and Santos are lined up for the match that will decide a Copa Sudamericana semifinalist. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. (Brasília time) at Arena MRV.
  Having won the first leg 2-0, Santos can even lose by one goal and still go through. Galo need a three-goal margin to qualify. If they win by two goals, the tie will be decided on penalties.Eduardo Domínguez's Galo take the field with their strongest available lineu
  
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• Leeds United Get Europe Verdict From Simon Jordan: Will They Fall Short Of Europe?

  16-09-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Get Europe Verdict From Simon Jordan: Will They Fall Short Of Europe?Leeds United have become a talking point for European football after the 4-1 demolition of Newcastle at Elland Road on Monday night. Newcastle arrived unbeaten, yet Daniel Farke’s side ripped them apart before half-time and turned the match into a statement. Lewis Miley put through his own net in the 32nd minute, Jayden Bogle struck two minutes later, and Dominic Calvert-Lewin made it 3-0 in first-half stoppa
  
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• 📋 Who faces Fluminense? Palmeiras XI named in Quito vs LDU

  16-09-2026 22:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Who faces Fluminense? Palmeiras XI named in Quito vs LDUIt’s now or never!Palmeiras take on LDU later today, starting at 7 p.m. (Brasília time), in the second leg of the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals.The match will be played at Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado, Casa Blanca.And it will be contested in Quito, at an altitude of 2,850 m.Colombian referee Wilmar Roldán will be in charge.Broadcast on Paramount+.
  Match situation 🆚After edging the first leg 1-0 at Nub
  
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• 🔥 Unstoppable! Raphinha hits ten goals this season for Barça

  16-09-2026 22:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔥 Unstoppable! Raphinha hits ten goals this season for BarçaRaphinha is continuing his excellent start to the season in a Barcelona shirt.With two goals from him and two rockets from outside the box by João Cancelo, the Catalan side is cruising past Racing Santander at Camp Nou.The match closes out La Liga Matchday 6.
  And there was even a missed penalty...Cancelo was the one who got things started with a stunning goal just eight minutes in.Barça got their second thro
  
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• Manchester City were rightfully obsessed with signing a midfield sensation this summer

  16-09-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City were rightfully obsessed with signing a midfield sensation this summerManchester City won the race to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille this summer. The Moroccan midfield sensation was one of the most sought-after players in the transfer market after his impressive performances with Morocco at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It has now been revealed that City had their eyes on signing Ayyoub Bouaddi for well over a year. Also, Manchester City were obsessed with signing Bouaddi. City’
  
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• Liverpool have done it, they've signed their next Steven Gerrard

  16-09-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool have done it, they've signed their next Steven GerrardLiverpool have their next Steven Gerrard, the Reds have finally done it. For over a decade, and even before that, there's been a void at Anfield.Liverpool fans fell in love with Gerrard because it was easy to. He was Mr Liverpool. He represented everything great about the club.Gerrard was not only an incredible footballer but he had an insatiable work ethic. He had this never-say-die attitude and he was capable of lifting the team t
  
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• ‘We are on a very good level at the moment’ – Jeglertz pleased with Manchester City’s performances

  16-09-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘We are on a very good level at the moment’ – Jeglertz pleased with Manchester City’s performancesManchester City head coach Andrée Jeglertz says that he is pleased with how his side have started the new Barclays Women’s Super League season.The 2025/2026 champions have kicked-off the new campaign with back-to-back victories over Birmingham City and Aston Villa.While Manchester City were arguably expected to win both games, Jeglertz has been pleased with the h
  
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• Milan statistics a worry for Amorim with Conte watching at San Siro

  16-09-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan statistics a worry for Amorim with Conte watching at San SiroAntonio Conte was in the stands for this evening’s match between Milan and Benfica, as a Ruben Amorim problem becomes all too obvious with the statistics.The Europa League fixture kicked off at 20.00 UK time (21.00 CEST).You can follow all the action as it happens on the Liveblog.MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 16: Fredrik Aursnes of SL Benfica is pressured by Yunus Musah of AC Milan during the UEFA Europa League 2026/27 Lea
  
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• 3 young players expected to make Mancini’s first Italy squad

  16-09-2026 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  3 young players expected to make Mancini’s first Italy squadThe first squad of Roberto Mancini’s second era as coach of the Azzurri is upon us, and while the names are not set in stone, it is confirmed that he will look to build a young core early on to build a team for the long term.To that end, Mancini has already ensured players from different backgrounds eligible for the national team are scooped up early and made an integral part of the new project. Some young prospects that hav
  
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• Manchester City’s Gigio Donnarumma vows to turn things around for Italy

  16-09-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City’s Gigio Donnarumma vows to turn things around for ItalyIt is quite unfortunate that Manchester City’s Gianluigi Donnarumma is yet to play at a World Cup in his already illustrious career. The goalkeeper has now spoken about how Italian football is entering a new era and they want to put the failures behind them.The ex-AC Milan man saw Italy fail to make it to the 2026 World Cup, as they lost to Bosnia in the playoffs final in March. He spoke to Sky Italia about t
  
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• USMNT hopeful Cole Campbell discusses Elversberg’s surprise start and professional journey at Bundesliga roundtable

  16-09-2026 22:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  USMNT hopeful Cole Campbell discusses Elversberg’s surprise start and professional journey at Bundesliga roundtableCole Campbell’s first weeks as a Bundesliga starter have offered an appropriate snapshot of the wider SV Elversberg story. Three matches into the newly-promoted club’s maiden German top-flight campaign, Elversberg have already defeated Bayer Leverkusen, overturned a two-goal deficit away at Borussia Mönchengladbach and pushed Bayern Munich hard in a narrow def
  
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• Barcelona star continues red-hot scoring streak 📈

  16-09-2026 22:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona star continues red-hot scoring streak 📈Raphinha has provided a serious threat for Barcelona early in the new campaign.
  The Brazilian attacker came into Wednesday's LaLiga clash against Racing Santander in sensational form.In his opening six appearances in all competitions, Raphinha scored eight goals and made three assists.After failing to find the net in Barcelona's 4-2 victory at Levante, Raphinha made amends with a first-half penalty against Racing Santander to put his side
  
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• Why Sassuolo’s Daryl Bakola could be a good signing for Juventus

  16-09-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Sassuolo’s Daryl Bakola could be a good signing for JuventusJuventus’ defeat away at Sassuolo on Monday night brought to end their unbeaten start to the season, also highlighting just how badly their midfield injury crisis has left them reeling both in defence and attack.However, there was silver lining for the Bianconeri on the Neroveri side of the fence, as they were left captivated by the cameo of young Darryl Bakola, who in a matter of 35 minutes showed them exactly what
  
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• Manchester City are taking a patient approach with an intriguing sunmer signing

  16-09-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City are taking a patient approach with an intriguing sunmer signingOne of the more intriguing signings that Manchester City have made in recent times is the signing of Brazilian winger Allan from Palmeiras. Allan arrived at City after forging his way at Palmeiras and in time he should be a useful option for Enzo Maresca to utilise on the right wing. As of yet, Allan is yet to make an appearance for City. He has been on the bench recently but is yet to get on the pitch. Manchester Cit
  
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• It's agreed, Liverpool have new African right-back

  16-09-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's agreed, Liverpool have new African right-backLiverpool have a new African right-back, and he's special. Despite an obvious need for reinforcements at right-back, former sporting director Richard Hughes chose not to address the position during the summer transfer window.Instead, Liverpool appear to have decided to solve the problem from within, with Conor Bradley seen as the long-term answer. The Northern Irishman is one of the few remaining homegrown options in the squad and has already sho
  
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• Why Lazio fans continue protests despite club ’s strong start to season

  16-09-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Lazio fans continue protests despite club ’s strong start to seasonGiven Gennaro Gattuso’s track record and pugnacity, Lazio’s season-opening defeat to second-tier Mantova in the Coppa Italia had seemingly put the writing on the wall.However, four games into the new Serie A season, and Lazio remain unbeaten with three wins and a draw and are two points off the top of the table.It’s the kind of start fans could only dream of. Especially the Lazio faithful, who over the
  
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• Thomas Reis Set For Mo Salah Link-Up At Trabzonspor

  16-09-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Reis Set For Mo Salah Link-Up At TrabzonsporBy Ben McFadyean.Trabzonspor’s search for a successor to Fatih Tekke has been concluded successfully, with the appointment of 52-year-old Thomas Reis.Reis arrives on a short contract until the end of the season, with an option to renew for a further season, as reported by TurkishFootball.com.Trabzonspor coach Fatih Tekke unexpectedly quit after the 4-0 thrashing and elimination from the Europa League at the hands of Ferencvaros.Commenting
  
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• Manchester City Striker Is On The Radar Of Spain: Can Maresca Afford To Lose Him?

  16-09-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Striker Is On The Radar Of Spain: Can Maresca Afford To Lose Him?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey stated that Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is on the radar of Spain. It has been mentioned that Real Madrid and Barcelona are showing interest in recruiting the Norway international from the Mancunian club next year.Haaland’s Excellent Form In English FootballHaaland enjoyed a brilliant campaign at the Mancunian club recently as he put in a series of impress
  
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