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• Liverpool Plot Move For £70m-Rated Everton Player: Why Should The Toffees Resist?

  24-09-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Plot Move For £70m-Rated Everton Player: Why Should The Toffees Resist?Liverpool are stepping up work on a possible move for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite next summer, according to Football Insider. Former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown told the outlet that Liverpool have been watching the 24-year-old closely as they consider options for the next phase of their centre-back group.The report says Liverpool want a long-term successor for Virgil van Dijk, whose curren
  
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• Ter Stegen brands Barcelona ‘unstoppable’ under Hansi Flick: ‘I wish them all the best from afar’

  25-09-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ter Stegen brands Barcelona ‘unstoppable’ under Hansi Flick: ‘I wish them all the best from afar’Marc-Andre ter Stegen has offered a strong endorsement of Hansi Flick’s work at Barcelona, describing the Blaugrana as “unstoppable” while continuing his own comeback with Ajax.The German goalkeeper returned to international duty after several months away and started for Germany in their 1-1 draw against the Netherlands. It was a significant step for the
  
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• COPE journalist fires back at Florentino Perez after Real Madrid’s attack: ‘Their problem is that Barça are six points ahead’

  25-09-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  COPE journalist fires back at Florentino Perez after Real Madrid’s attack: ‘Their problem is that Barça are six points ahead’Juanma Castano has hit back at Real Madrid after the club published a video compiling comments he has made over the past decade, escalating an already tense dispute between the COPE journalist and the Spanish giants.The latest exchange follows Castano’s apology for comparing Real Madrid TV with the newspaper Gara in an ABC column. Real M
  
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• You are the new Scotland boss - what would you do?

  25-09-2026 09:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]It is a new era for the Scotland men's side as head coach Sebastien Pocognoli takes charge of his first game on Saturday against Slovenia, live on the BBC.The Belgian included eight uncapped players in his first squad before releasing Findlay Curtis and James Wilson to the under-21s, which means the line-up and approach to the Nations League match in Ljubljana is unpredictable.However, you can try your best to assess what the new Scotland boss might do with our team selector below,
  
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• UK Football Police Unit accused of ‘bringing Hillsborough’ into alcohol debate

  25-09-2026 09:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  English football’s leading fans’ group has criticised the UK Football Policing Unit for “bringing Hillsborough into the debate” around drinking in sight of the pitch.The topic of changing the law to allow fans to drink at their seat or in the stands has resurfaced after Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the rules were outdated and discriminatory and should be scrapped.The Football Supporters’ Association (FSA) immediately backed his call but the UKFPU urged caution,
  
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• Report: Chelsea favourites to sign Premier League midfielder

  25-09-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Chelsea favourites to sign Premier League midfielderChelsea Interest in Alex Scott Could Become Major Transfer StoryChelsea’s midfield search is already beginning to take shape, and while Lamine Camara continues to generate plenty of attention, Alex Scott might ultimately become the more intriguing name to watch.The Daily Mail reports that Chelsea regard the Bournemouth midfielder as a top target, although securing him during the January transfer window could prove extremely diffic
  
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• Real Madrid’s Konate suffers injury ahead of Roma match

  25-09-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid’s Konate suffers injury ahead of Roma matchAnticipation is growing among Roma fans for José Mourinho’s return to the Olimpico, scheduled for October 14th. The Giallorossi will face Real Madrid on that date in the second matchday of the Champions League. However, there is bad news for the Portuguese coach. Ibrahima Konaté is also a doubt for the match against his former teammate. The rock-solid defender, who arrived on a free transfer in the summer, had estab
  
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• It's official, Liverpool have signed another 'best' in the world

  25-09-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's official, Liverpool have signed another 'best' in the worldLiverpool believe they have signed another best in the world, the club just keeps getting better. There’s a real sense of excitement around Anfield right now. Arne Slot and Richard Hughes have moved on, with Andoni Iraola and Julian Ward now back at the helm. In many ways, it feels like Liverpool are returning to what made them successful in the first place.Iraola brings that charismatic, full-throttle style of football that J
  
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• Stats: Real Madrid superstar Yan Diomande produces electric attacking display against Ghana

  25-09-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stats: Real Madrid superstar Yan Diomande produces electric attacking display against GhanaYan Diomande has been eased into life at Real Madrid after securing a blockbuster summer move to Los Blancos from RB Leipzig.Mourinho has chosen to tread carefully with the talented teenager, and he has shown signs of coming to life in recent games.His price tag has unsurprisingly brought about a lot of debate, and Diomande hit back at his critics recently, remaining confident of his success at the club.Di
  
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• Raphinha admits he was ready to leave Barcelona before Flick changed his mind: ‘Looking back today…’

  25-09-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Raphinha admits he was ready to leave Barcelona before Flick changed his mind: ‘Looking back today…’Raphinha has revealed that one conversation with Hansi Flick completely changed the course of his Barcelona career, admitting he had already decided to leave the club before the German manager convinced him to stay.The Barcelona captain has developed into one of the most important players in Flick’s team, even adapting to a new role as a number nine. However, looking
  
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• Malen makes progress in recovery from knee injury

  25-09-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Malen makes progress in recovery from knee injuryMalen was forced to miss the Netherlands squad due to a knee problem he suffered during Roma-Inter. The Dutch striker underwent tests: the advice was to be cautious. This is why the former Aston Villa player was unable to participate in his national team’s matches. The 1999-born player hasn’t trained with the group in recent days, or what little there was left of it at Trigoria, and has undergone physiotherapy to avoid overloading his
  
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• International roundup: Liverpool star scores again to continue impressive form

  25-09-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  International roundup: Liverpool star scores again to continue impressive formCody Gakpo Rescues Netherlands With Late Nations League EqualiserCody Gakpo left it late, very late, but he got the job done. The Liverpool forward struck in the 91st minute as the Netherlands drew 1-1 with Germany in the UEFA Nations League, turning a frustrating night in Amsterdam into a useful one.It also meant the reunion between Gakpo, Ryan Gravenberch and Virgil van Dijk with Jürgen Klopp ended level. All th
  
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• Gasperini schedules team dinner

  25-09-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini schedules team dinnerGian Piero Gasperini has granted four days of rest to the players who remained at Trigoria: from Svilar to Malen, who is recovering from knee problems. Their return to the field is scheduled for Tuesday. It’s a small gift the Giallorossi coach wanted to give his players, who demonstrated a certain dedication even during the break. More than that, it’s a general recognition for the team’s work throughout the summer. Gasperini even decided to cancel
  
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• Jose Mourinho reveals why he chose to return to Real Madrid: ‘Didn’t have the best results’

  25-09-2026 08:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho reveals why he chose to return to Real Madrid: ‘Didn’t have the best results’After a couple of trophyless seasons at Real Madrid, Florentino Perez had to make an important decision in the summer about how to take the club forward.He turned to a familiar face in Jose Mourinho, who was at Benfica, and the Portuguese manager has had a mixed start to life back at the Santiago Bernabeu.Mourinho has now explained why he returned to Real Madrid and offered a fascinating
  
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• Fermin Lopez talks Lamine, Gordon, Raphinha, competition with Olmo, Ballon d’or, Champions League ambition

  25-09-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fermin Lopez talks Lamine, Gordon, Raphinha, competition with Olmo, Ballon d’or, Champions League ambitionFermin Lopez has offered a revealing insight into Barcelona’s changing squad, his relationship with Lamine Yamal and the ambitions building inside Hansi Flick’s dressing room.Speaking to Mundo Deportivo, the midfielder also looked back on the difficult period when injury ruled him out of the World Cup and explained how his friendship with Yamal helped him through it.Fermin
  
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• Celtic step up plans for Jota return - gossip

  25-09-2026 08:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic winger closing in on return from long-term injury as Scotland star begins training after heart operation...Jota could return to Celtic action earlier than expected, with a behind-closed-doors game being planned during the international break. (Scottish Sun)The door has not closed on former Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe taking charge of Celtic, according to Stenhousemuir boss Marvin Bartley, who played under him with Bournemouth. (Glasgow Times)Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay has
  
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• Liverpool on course for sensational signing, 'strong interest'

  25-09-2026 08:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool on course for sensational signing, 'strong interest'Liverpool look completely on course to land a sensational signing. They reportedly retain a 'strong interest' in getting a deal done.Liverpool are weighing up their transfer targets right now ahead of a massive 2027. That follows the massive 2026, which followed the massive 2027. That's the nature of trying to overhaul a squad - especially when you don't get it right the first two times.But the Reds unquestionably need to invest furth
  
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• 🥐 Plenty of national teams, Madrid wars... 5️⃣ Friday stories

  25-09-2026 08:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐 Plenty of national teams, Madrid wars... 5️⃣ Friday storiesInternational football takes center stage on a key day for the Nations League. As Spain puts the finishing touches on its debut against England and Real Madrid fights a fresh media battle, European dugouts are seeing high-pressure new beginnings.Spain travels to London with its sights set on WembleyThe Spanish national team lands in Britain today to complete its final training session before facing England this Sat
  
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• Why teenagers have become a huge part of football's transfer market

  25-09-2026 08:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  JJ Gabriel is one of the most highly-rated prospects in English football [Getty Images]A 15-year-old growing up in the UK faces many tough personal decisions about their future - which school subjects to study, which social circle suits them, and where their priorities lie in life.But in the past few weeks the choices teenage Manchester United striker JJ Gabriel has been making about his future in football have drawn huge public attention in sports media and online.Gabriel has informed United he
  
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• Education, Barcelona & Basque culture - why Spain are dominating football

  25-09-2026 08:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamine Yamal is just one of Barcelona's academy products playing for Spain [Getty Images]World champions. European champions. Olympic champions. Undefeated in two and a half years. Spain are the dominant force in men's world football.Of the past 10 major international tournaments, they have won five.Going into Saturday's Nations League meeting with England at Wembley (19:45 BST), they are on an international record 38-match unbeaten run. They have not lost since a 1-0 defeat by Colombia in a 202
  
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• Real Madrid would be 10 points behind Barcelona without their unsung hero

  25-09-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid would be 10 points behind Barcelona without their unsung heroReal Madrid have had a mixed start to the 2026-27 season, winning most of their games but also losing a couple and finding themselves six points behind Barcelona in September.Some performances from Jose Mourinho’s team were convincing, while some required late rescue acts to help secure victory.Carlos Espi has barely featured for Los Blancos this season. Somehow, the 20-year-old has still managed to have a major influ
  
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• How Ronaldo fared in Portugal’s 1-0 win over Wales after vowing to continue international career

  25-09-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How Ronaldo fared in Portugal’s 1-0 win over Wales after vowing to continue international careerThere was plenty of speculation around Cristiano Ronaldo’s future in international football.Portugal’s World Cup journey ended against Spain in the last-16 and Ronaldo was heavily criticised for his performances at the tournament.After saying the summer’s World Cup was his last, many expected the 41-year-old to announce his retirement from international football.However, the fo
  
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• Cubarsi talks Rodri, Gerard Martin, Christensen, squad depth, World Cup final: ‘We are short of a centre-back’

  25-09-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cubarsi talks Rodri, Gerard Martin, Christensen, squad depth, World Cup final: ‘We are short of a centre-back’Pau Cubarsi enters the new season with a World Cup winner’s medal and the confidence that comes from playing a major role for both Barcelona and Spain.The young centre-back, voted the best young player at the World Cup, spoke to RAC1’s Tu Diras while on international duty and offered insight into Barcelona’s strong start, the changes in the squad,
  
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• 🗞️ The national side, debut day in Europe... mixed Friday back pages

  25-09-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗞️ The national side, debut day in Europe... mixed Friday back pagesThe major sports newspapers are focusing on the biggest names in the Spain national team, the European ambition of young talents, and the managerial moves across the continent’s top leagues.Full spotlight on La Roja and Barça ambitionThe national front pages come out strong, putting the focus on the national team’s players. Marca gives its front page to Eric García, who, after injuries in
  
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• It looks certain, Liverpool to replace Joe Gomez with €60m England star

  25-09-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It looks certain, Liverpool to replace Joe Gomez with €60m England starLiverpool's Joe Gomez replacement couldn't look more clear right now. A €60m England star is nailed on.Liverpool need to figure out what to do with Joe Gomez next summer. The club's longest-serving player will be out of contract and it's highly unlikely that the Reds give him a new one.As the Athletic points out, it's one of many decisions facing the new sporting director, Julian Ward. We imagine there's only one di
  
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• Deco: ‘Barcelona have moved on from Julian Alvarez’

  25-09-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Deco: ‘Barcelona have moved on from Julian Alvarez’Barcelona sporting director Deco believes their failed pursuit of Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez is now behind them.Barcelona wanted Alvarez to replace Robert Lewandowski as their long-term No.9. However, Atletico had no intention of selling the Argentine to a direct La Liga rival.Speaking at the Portugal Football Summit in Oeiras, Deco confirmed Barcelona made an offer for the 26-year-old before accepting that a deal would n
  
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• Bayern Munich eyeing move for Barcelona star Dani Olmo

  25-09-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich eyeing move for Barcelona star Dani OlmoBayern Munich are considering a January move for Barcelona attacking midfielder Dani Olmo as they prepare for the possibility of losing one of their key attacking players, per Sky Sports.The Bundesliga champions are keeping tabs on Olmo because clubs elsewhere in Europe are interested in Jamal Musiala and Michael Olise.If either player leaves, Bayern will have to look for a proven forward, and Olmo is one of the options on their radar.The 28-
  
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• Real Madrid’s worrying away problem exposed by dramatic 57% drop in goals – report

  25-09-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid’s worrying away problem exposed by dramatic 57% drop in goals – reportReal Madrid find themselves in a less-than-ideal situation in La Liga, sitting six points behind league leaders Barcelona at a very early stage of the season.Los Blancos have lost two games so far, to Real Betis and Atletico Madrid, and Mourinho has some work to do with his squad during the international break.The team have looked capable of overwhelming opponents at the Santiago Bernabeu this season. T
  
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• France predicted XI v Turkiye: Kylian Mbappé to start on left in Zinédine Zidane’s first game in charge

  25-09-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France predicted XI v Turkiye: Kylian Mbappé to start on left in Zinédine Zidane’s first game in chargeIn Zinédine Zidane’s first game as manager of the France national team, Kylian Mbappé is set to be repositioned on the left of Les Bleus’ attack.Zidane is looking to quickly make his mark on this France squad. He is set to make the bold decision of repositioning Mbappé on the left, which will allow Ousmane Dembélé to play in the
  
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• Athletic Bilbao superstar explains why Lamine Yamal deserves to win Ballon d’Or: ‘People buy tickets to see him’

  25-09-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Athletic Bilbao superstar explains why Lamine Yamal deserves to win Ballon d’Or: ‘People buy tickets to see him’Nico Williams has added another high-profile voice to Lamine Yamal’s Ballon d’Or campaign, with the Athletic Bilbao winger arguing that his Spain teammate deserves the award because of the unique appeal of his football.Yamal enters the final stage of the 2026 Ballon d’Or race after another outstanding season for Barcelona and Spain. The 19-year-
  
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