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• Liverpool may not make a third bid for winger target

  26-08-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool may not make a third bid for winger targetYankuba Minteh to Liverpool Goes Cold as Reds Reassess Winger PlansLiverpool’s search for a new wide forward has taken another turn, with movement over a deal for Yankuba Minteh stalling over the past 24 hours. As first reported by Fabrizio Romano, talks are no longer progressing and the situation has gone cold, leaving the club to continue assessing alternative targets before the window closes.The key line from the update was clear, &ldq
  
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• Lille predicted XI vs PSG: No Matiás Fernandez-Pardo for Les Dogues amid Newcastle interest

  28-08-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lille predicted XI vs PSG: No Matiás Fernandez-Pardo for Les Dogues amid Newcastle interestLille are aiming to make it two wins from two to start the Ligue 1 season as they face the difficult task of hosting the champions on Friday evening as PSG come to town. Les Dogues got their season off to the perfect start last time out with a comprehensive 2-0 victory against Angers. L’Équipe understands that Davide Ancelotti is set to make one change to his team that were victorious i
  
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• 'They are different strikers but we need both' - Arbeloa on Muniz and Gonzalo

  28-08-2026 09:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Rodrigo Muniz ended a goal drought of over a year to help Fulham beat AFC Wimbledon 3-0 on Thursday and set up a Carabao Cup third-round tie against London rivals West Ham.Muniz's strike was his first since the opening day of the 2025-26 season, which was marred by a significant hamstring injury.New striker Gonzalo Garcia also netted as a substitute and Cottagers' manager Alvaro Arbeloa was full of praise for the pair."Goals are very important for strikers. We know that and Rodrigo
  
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• Hull City and Lens in for Toulouse’s Yann Gboho

  28-08-2026 09:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull City and Lens in for Toulouse’s Yann GbohoYann Gboho (25) has been linked with a transfer all summer, however, the Ivory Coast international remains at Toulouse FC. But that could change in the final days of the transfer window. As per a report from RMC Sport, the Ivorian winger is now attracting interest from RC Lens and Hull City. Kansas City have been interested in Gboho throughout the summer, but have thus far failed to get a move over the line. L’Équipe described the
  
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• Flick’s tactical tweaks pay off as Barcelona match defensive record not seen since 2023

  28-08-2026 09:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flick’s tactical tweaks pay off as Barcelona match defensive record not seen since 2023The debate around Barcelona has largely been happening at the other end of the pitch.Is Julian Alvarez on the way? Should Raphinha continue as Hansi Flick’s number nine? Those questions have dominated the conversation around Barça’s early weeks, but the strongest evidence of the team’s progress may be coming from a defence that has made the perfect start to the La Liga seaso
  
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• What Anthony Gordon’s full Barcelona debut proved about his £70m fee

  28-08-2026 09:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sitting in the gods of the SpotifyCamp Nou, there is one player that sticks out like a sore thumb. Amidst the plethora of bronzed La Masia graduates stands a paler man - the palest man - with his strawberry blonde curtains and Factor 50 sheen (as someone who also struggles to tan, I know the look). Anthony Gordon does not have the look of a Barcelona player. For good reason, that didn’t put the Spanish giants off. On his first start, his maiden home outing, he gave every impression he belo
  
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• Today’s 5⃣ stories: tough Champions draw, Atleti-Barça war..

  28-08-2026 09:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s 5⃣ stories: tough Champions draw, Atleti-Barça war..A Friday, August 28 packed with transfers, news, results... gets underway, so let’s wrap up a week that also brings the start of a new matchday.Barça tighten their grip on top spot against Athletic📸 Alex Caparros - 2026 Getty ImagesBarcelona beat Athletic Club 2-0 thanks to goals from Raphinha and Fermín López.
  The Blaugrana impressed, with Eric García, Xavi Espart, Pau Cubars
  
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• Arsenal’s Julian Alvarez gamble has paid off – with two cards still to play

  28-08-2026 09:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amid 48 hours when the Julian Alvarez saga brought a media storm in Spain, Arsenal are continuing to work away in the background. The hope is that a big calculation may yet pay off.Mikel Arteta has long been aware that Alvarez’s first choice was Barcelona, and respects that, but his club were also aware that their Catalan rivals would struggle to do the deal. Even as far back as May, it was known that Barca had a lot to do to make the finances work, and that was before a deteriorating rela
  
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• Roma still keen on loan for Chelsea’s Jamie Gittens but Malick Fofana still a target

  28-08-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma still keen on loan for Chelsea’s Jamie Gittens but Malick Fofana still a targetAs reported by Alfredo Pedullà, Roma are considering making a loan move for Chelsea forward Jamie Gittens.Gian Piero Gasperini wants a new left-winger in his ranks before the transfer window slams shut. The Giallorossi have identified two targets: Chelsea’s Gittens and Lyon’s Malick Fofana.As per Pedullà, Chelsea rebuffed Roma’s initial contact, but Gasperini and Co
  
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• PSG predicted XI vs Lille: Ferran Torres to start; Nuno Mendes out injured

  28-08-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG predicted XI vs Lille: Ferran Torres to start; Nuno Mendes out injuredPSG will be hoping to secure their first victory of the Ligue 1 season as they prepare to travel north to face Lille on Friday evening in the opening match of the second matchweek. Les Parisiens were to held to a draw at home against Rennes in the opening week of fixtures.L’Équipe understands that Luis Enrique is set to make four changes to his team that drew 2-2 at home against Rennes. In defence, Nuno Mendes
  
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• 🥐 FC Ptit Dej: from Who Wants to Be a Millionaire to Champions League 😱

  28-08-2026 09:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐 FC Ptit Dej: from Who Wants to Be a Millionaire to Champions League 😱From "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" to the UCL 😱This is the ultimate underdog of the 2026-2027 Champions League: Sabah Football Club, an Azerbaijani club founded in 2017, will play in Europe’s top competition for the very first time in its history.The team is coached by Lithuanian manager Valdas Dambrauskas... and a completely crazy moment from his journey has resurfaced in recent hours followi
  
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• Why Spurs' under-the-radar buy might be summer's smartest deal

  28-08-2026 09:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A number of stars from overseas have joined the Women's Super League this summer - but a move that has gone slightly under the radar could turn out to be more astute than them all.Kirsty Hanson has swapped Aston Villa for Tottenham and there is reason to believe Spurs have quietly pulled off a recruitment masterstroke. The 28-year-old was the third-highest goalscorer in the WSL last season despite the Scotland forward's side labouring in ninth place in the table.With 12 goals in 22 matches, only
  
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• Rodri lifts Lamine Yamal’s spirit after making Barcelona debut: ‘The goals will come’

  28-08-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rodri lifts Lamine Yamal’s spirit after making Barcelona debut: ‘The goals will come’Rodri’s first appearance as a Barcelona player lasted little more than half an hour, but the reception he received at the Spotify Camp Nou made it clear just how eagerly his arrival had been anticipated.The midfielder had already been applauded when he emerged to warm up shortly after the start of the second half. When Hansi Flick finally sent him onto the pitch, the response was eve
  
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• Real Madrid star in position to follow Bradley Barcola to Liverpool

  28-08-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star in position to follow Bradley Barcola to LiverpoolLiverpool have Bradley Barcola all but signed. Now a Real Madrid star is in a brilliant position to follow him.Liverpool have been pushing to sign Bradley Barcola for months. Now they seem to have finally got it over the line as news broke on Thursday that they'd struck a massive deal with Paris Saint-Germain.The Athletic are among those reporting that a £100m initial deal has been agreed in principle, potentially rising to
  
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• Rangers remain in talks for Brighton winger Cozier-Duberry - gossip

  28-08-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Rangers remain in talks with Brighton and Hove Albion for winger Amario Cozier-Duberry after a previous bid was rejected. (Rangers Review)Celtic have agreed a deal for Hajduk Split and Canada midfielder Niko Sigur. (Lukasz Gikiewicz on X)Although Genk have emerged as late contenders for Sigur's signature and have bid €4m. (24 Sata - in Croatian)Wolves goalkeeper Sam Johnstone, 33, is a target for Celtic. (Daily Mail)Rangers have identified Rodez striker Ibrahima Balde as a tar
  
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• Will fast-tracked Itauma become world champion at 21?

  28-08-2026 08:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  British heavyweight Moses Itauma pulls out his phone and scrolls through his pictures.He shows a meme featuring former Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo in traditional attire, standing with his hands on his hips and staring deadpan into the camera."This is how an African dad looks at you when you pursue a career that goes against his wishes and you turn out to be successful," a chuckling Itauma reads aloud to BBC Sport. "That is pretty much my dad."Itauma was born in Slovakia to a Nigerian fa
  
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• Sutton's predictions: Crystal Palace v Man City

  28-08-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Crystal Palace had a poor start away to Everton and it looks like there's a bit of interest from Liverpool in Ismaila Sarr.The one thing they can't do before the end of the window is lose all the best players. But I do think they've got a goal in them.I thought Manchester City deserved to win against Bournemouth. They were a little bit clunky with Mark Guehi playing in midfield - a penny for the thoughts of Mateo Kovacic - but now they've got the youngster Ayyoub Bouaddi, although he'll nee
  
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• Mourinho could hand two Real Madrid fringe stars their first starts against Malaga – report

  28-08-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho could hand two Real Madrid fringe stars their first starts against Malaga – reportReal Madrid’s winning start to the 2026/27 La Liga season could bring an early change of personnel this weekend, with Jose Mourinho considering a first start of the campaign for both Trent Alexander-Arnold and Brahim Diaz against Malaga.Los Blancos have collected victories over Espanyol and Real Sociedad, but Mourinho is already assessing the need to manage his squad carefully as the demands of
  
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• Liverpool set to clash with former star in Champions League

  28-08-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool set to clash with former star in Champions LeagueLiverpool Champions League Draw 2026 Sets Up Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid TestsEurope always tells the truth. It strips away the noise, asks hard questions and demands proper answers. Liverpool are back in the Champions League league phase and the draw has offered intrigue, jeopardy and a fair bit of glamour.Andoni Iraola’s side will face Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid in the standout fixtures, with the trip to San Siro carryin
  
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• Hurzeler says Brighton 'ready' for European adventure

  28-08-2026 08:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Fabian Hurzeler says he is "very happy for the whole club" as Brighton confirmed their place in the Conference League league phase with a 4-0 win in their play-off second leg against Tromso.The Seagulls' boss said: "I'm very happy for the players, for the fans – they created another good atmosphere. It was very energetic, very special."After a 0-0 draw in the first leg despite 25 attempts on goal, Albion were ruthless on Thursday, with goals from Charalampos Kostoulas, Maxim
  
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• Report: Everton ready to sell star in with Serie A club interested

  28-08-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Everton ready to sell star in with Serie A club interestedEverton Transfer News: Beto Exit Talks Grow as Fiorentina CircleEverton are moving towards a significant late-window decision over Beto, with TeamTalk reporting that Fiorentina remain in discussions over a deal for the striker as the Italian club continue to reshape their forward line.The broad picture is becoming clearer. Beto, now 28, is understood to be open to a return to Serie A, where he previously impressed with Udinese. At
  
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• Gore close to Luton loan; Amass and Leon futures still to be sorted

  28-08-2026 08:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Manchester United midfielder Dan Gore is in advanced talks to join League One Luton Town on loan.Gore spent last term at Rotherham, where he made 34 appearances.Although he was part of Michael Carrick's squad for the start of pre-season, the plan had always been for Gore to spend the season away from Old Trafford.The 21-year-old had a number of options, but it is thought working with Jack Wilshere, who played in a similar position, has been a key factor in Gore's choice, although a
  
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• Cubarsi, Joan Garcia react after Barcelona 2-0 Athletic Club: ‘Rodri will help us reach another level’

  28-08-2026 08:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cubarsi, Joan Garcia react after Barcelona 2-0 Athletic Club: ‘Rodri will help us reach another level’Barcelona’s 2-0 victory over Athletic Club at Spotify Camp Nou was not just built on goals from Raphinha and Fermin Lopez. It was another night that showed the growing confidence within Hansi Flick’s side, with the clean sheet and the performances of several young players earning as much attention as the result itself.For Pau Cubarsi, Barcelona’s defensive disp
  
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• 🗞 Today's back pages: Barça take a leader's step, Bar-cola Iraola...

  28-08-2026 08:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗞 Today's back pages: Barça take a leader's step, Bar-cola Iraola...Friday, August 28, arrives with the aftermath of La Liga, the aftermath of the Champions League draw, plenty of end-of-transfer-window news, and on the eve of the Europa League and Conference draw.
  So let’s take a look at the front pages of the most important newspapers...MARCAASSPORTMundo DeportivoSuperdeporteMirror SportStar SportLa Gazzetta dello SportCorriere dello SportA BolaThis article was translated
  
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• Rio Ngumoha future in the balance after Liverpool strike mega-deal

  28-08-2026 08:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rio Ngumoha future in the balance after Liverpool strike mega-dealWhat does Rio Ngumoha's future look like? It's all in the balance after a Liverpool mega-deal was struck.Liverpool have made the news on Thursday morning as they struck a gigantic deal with Paris Saint-Germain for Bradley Barcola. The Frenchman is now set to move for around £100m guaranteed, potentially rising to £120m.That’s a massive amount. It’s potentially the most Liverpool have ever spent on a player
  
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• Fery beats Kovacevic to reach Winston-Salem semi-final

  28-08-2026 08:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arthur Fery is 37th in the ATP world rankings[Reuters]Britain's Arthur Fery came from a set down to beat Aleksandar Kovacevic and book his place in the semi-finals of the Winston-Salem Open. Fourth seed Fery, who won five games in a row from 5-5 in the second set, claimed a 3-6 7-5 6-3 victory in Thursday's last-eight match in North Carolina. After breaking Kovacevic to take the second set, Fery opened up a 3-0 lead in the third, serving out to clinch his first semi-final appearance since Wimble
  
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• One word could haunt Filip Hrgovic after Moses Itauma taunts

  28-08-2026 08:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “Look how scared I am, I am so scared,” Filip Hrgovic said, shaking his hands to emulate a quiver, and stretching his face into a Home Alone poster-esque expression. The thing is, he probably should be scared.That’s not to say he should be scared of Moses Itauma specifically, although Itauma has compiled considerable, compelling evidence as to why one would fear him; rather, Hrgovic’s cause for concern is the broader dynamic he has created ahead of their fight.Ahead
  
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• Flick talks Rodri, Raphinha, Espart, Gordon, Alvarez, UCL draw after Barcelona 2-0 Athletic Club

  28-08-2026 08:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flick talks Rodri, Raphinha, Espart, Gordon, Alvarez, UCL draw after Barcelona 2-0 Athletic ClubHansi Flick was pleased with far more than Barcelona’s 2-0 victory over Athletic Club at the Spotify Camp Nou, with the German coach using his post-match press conference to highlight a debut that had the home crowd on its feet.Rodri’s introduction was one of the standout moments of the evening. The new arrival received a warm ovation as he stepped onto the pitch, and Flick made no at
  
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• Crystal Palace vs Man City prediction: Premier League odds, betting tips and lineups

  28-08-2026 08:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Crystal Palace vs Man City tips: City to win to nil - 2/1 Bet365Haaland to score two or more - 5/1 Ladbrokes Manchester City left it late last weekend, and they know they will have to improve if they are to challenge Arsenal for the title, starting on Friday when they travel to the capital to face Crystal Palace (kick-off 8pm, live on Sky Sports).Two goals in the last six minutes from defenders Marc Guehi and Josko Gvardiol secured a 2-1 home win over Bournemouth, who took an early lead through
  
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• Real Madrid director delivers major update on late summer signings: ‘Window is still open’

  28-08-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid director delivers major update on late summer signings: ‘Window is still open’Real Madrid appear increasingly likely to finish the summer transfer window without another signing, with club director Emilio Butragueño reinforcing Jose Mourinho’s message that the current squad is effectively complete.Los Blancos have already been among the busiest clubs of the summer. Six new players, namely Yan Diomande, Denzel Dumfries, Bernardo Silva, Marc Cucurella, Ibr
  
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