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• Liverpool ready to take drastic Florian Wirtz action as doubts gather over £116m signing

  13-09-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool ready to take drastic Florian Wirtz action as doubts gather over £116m signingLiverpool pulled off one of the coups of the 2025 summer transfer window. The Reds’ former sporting director Richard Hughes orchestrated the signing ofin a £116m deal from Bayer Leverkusen.The then-Premier League champions pulled ahead of both Manchester City and Bayern Munich in landing the Germany playmaker.It established their credentials as an elite destination for top-tier talent with o
  
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• Thomas Tuchel lays down challenge to Trent Alexander-Arnold after England recall

  18-09-2026 13:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel has challenged Trent Alexander-Arnold to "fight for his place" after bringing the defender back into the England squad.The Real Madrid full-back receives his first call-up since June 2025, joining a 27-man squad for a three-week, four-game Nations League camp. Cole Palmer also returns after his omission from the World Cup.Alexander-Arnold’s international prospects appeared uncertain under Tuchel, who previously preferred alternative options over the last 15 months. However, a
  
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• Svilar: Roma star denies Juventus talks, Scudetto challenge with Inter ‘makes me smile’

  18-09-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Svilar: Roma star denies Juventus talks, Scudetto challenge with Inter ‘makes me smile’Roma goalkeeper Mile Svilar insists he never discussed a move to Juventus over the summer and insists it’s too early to see the Giallorossi as genuine title contenders ahead of their big game against Inter: ‘It makes me smile.’Roma are preparing to host Inter at the Stadio Olimpico in the big match of Serie A Round 5.Gian Piero Gasperini will hold a pre-match press conference toda
  
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• Torquay defender Thomas leaves for Slough Town

  18-09-2026 13:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jordan Thomas has not made a first-team appearance this season [Shutterstock]Torquay United defender Jordan Thomas has left the club to join fellow National League South club Slough Town.The 25-year-old originally joined the Gulls on loan from Yeovil Town in November 2024. He went on to make his move to Plainmoor permanent in the summer of 2025 and made a total of 67 appearances for Torquay, scoring once in a 4-1 win at Enfield Town in November 2024.He most recently played for the Gulls in the 2
  
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• Arbeloa on team news, needing to improve defensively and Man Utd

  18-09-2026 13:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fulham boss Alvaro Arbeloa has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Manchester United at Craven Cottage (kick-off 16:30 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Kenny Tete is not available for selection "after the ball hit him in the Anfield game". They will have to "make a decision" on Ryan Sessegnon, who is set to train on Friday, while Tom Cairney is "still recovering".Arbeloa said Fulham have been working on their defensive game "from the first d
  
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• McCann urges Killie to build on first win

  18-09-2026 13:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Neil McCann hopes Kilmarnock's first league win of the season marks a "fresh start" as he urged his side to build on it by beating Hearts.Kilmarnock eased some of the pressure on McCann on Tuesday night when George Stanger's close-range finish secured a 1-0 victory at struggling Hibernian at Easter Road, their first win in six league games after the frustration of exiting the League Cup to 10-man Aberdeen.It has given the club a much-needed lift before Saturday's visit of third-placed Hearts."We
  
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• 🚨 Portugal: Jorge Jesus's first squad, CR7 still there!

  18-09-2026 13:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Portugal: Jorge Jesus's first squad, CR7 still there!He just keeps going.This Friday afternoon, Jorge Jesus unveiled his very first squad as head coach of the Portugal national team.A squad in line with the one called up by Roberto Martinez for the World Cup, and Cristiano Ronaldo is indeed included!Former OM left-back Nuno Tavares has been selected, along with PSG players Nuno Mendes, Vitinha and João Neves.Portugal will face Wales, Norway (twice) and Denmark during this Septem
  
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• Lamine Yamal questions modern Ballon d’Or criteria and explains what should matter: ‘People prioritise factors that have nothing to do with it’

  18-09-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamine Yamal questions modern Ballon d’Or criteria and explains what should matter: ‘People prioritise factors that have nothing to do with it’Lamine Yamal has finally given his full explanation on the Ballon d’Or, and the Barcelona winger believes the award has moved away from what he considers its central purpose: identifying the best footballer in the world.After several days of previews from his appearance on Movistar Plus’ Universo Valdano, the complete intervi
  
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• 'Hopefully we can give him more chances' - Maresca impressed by Samba

  18-09-2026 13:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Floyd Samba's scintillating first-team debut stole the show at Etihad Stadium on Thursday.The youngster joined Manchester City's academy at under-nine level and he really started to make a name for himself last term.Samba scored 24 goals and provided 10 assists in an eye-catching first full season with the under-18s, including curling home a stunning free-kick to help City win the FA Youth Cup final against rivals Manchester United in May.On his debut against Norwich, Samba played
  
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• No 'resting on laurels' after good run - Robins

  18-09-2026 13:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stoke City want to keep pushing forward as they look to extend a four-game unbeaten run in the Championship, head coach Mark Robins has said.After losing their opening three league matches, the Potters have taken 10 points from a possible 12 to move up to 12th place in the Championship table.Robins is keen for his team to go into the international break on a positive note against Sheffield United on Saturday (12:30 BST)."You've got a lot of games that have been packed in - we've got the sport sc
  
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• How Lavia has avoided becoming risk-averse

  18-09-2026 13:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Chelsea midfielder Romeo Lavia says he is finally reaping the rewards of his hard work, feeling "free" again and determined to "change the narrative" around him.The 22-year-old is on the verge of enjoying his longest spell in the Chelsea side and, if he completes 60 minutes against Brentford on Friday, he will surpass his previous best run of 518 minutes without injury - including pre-season matches.Such progress has been some time in the making.Lavia made just one appearance in hi
  
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• Harry Kane focused on current season amid Ballon d’Or talks

  18-09-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Kane focused on current season amid Ballon d’Or talksBayern Munich’s Harry Kane discussed his incredible form, his chances of winning the Ballon d’Or, and past opportunities to move to Spain, in an interview with Spanish newspaper MARCA. Kane said some moments almost made him move to LaLiga. “I wouldn’t say there were any clear opportunities, but there were some conversations in the past,” he stated. Kane praised teams like Real Madrid, Barcelona, and At
  
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• 3 Arsenal players called up by Spain to face England

  18-09-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  3 Arsenal players called up by Spain to face EnglandSpain have called up three Arsenal players for the September-October international break, as they prepare to face England in their opening game.Photo by Julian Finney/Getty ImagesSpain have confirmed Luis de la Fuente’s list of call-ups for the upcoming international break, with three of Arsenal’s five Spanish internationals making the cut on this occasion.David Raya, Mikel Merino, and Martin Zubimendi are all involved, having also
  
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• Premier League the goal in Just's unlikely journey

  18-09-2026 13:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Elijah Just was linked with likes of Celtic and Rangers before joining Swansea in July[Huw Evans Picture Agency]Elijah Just remembers getting up as a kid in the early hours of the morning to see New Zealand play at the World Cup and to watch Premier League football.Sixteen years after the All Whites went to South Africa 2010, Just fulfilled one boyhood dream this summer by starring for New Zealand as they returned to the World Cup.Now comes the challenge of reaching the Premier League.Not so lon
  
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• Celtic 'balloon burst' and 'miles off it' before next derby

  18-09-2026 13:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic are "miles off where they would expect to be", according to former Parkhead midfielder Scott Allan, who reckons the opening goal will be more vital than ever for their fragile confidence in Sunday's Old Firm derby.Speaking on the BBC's Scottish Football Podcast, he was surprised at the lack of response from Martin O'Neill's side after the weekend's 3-0 Premier Sports Cup defeat by Rangers at Ibroxas they lost 3-1 in their Europa League opener at home to Ferencvaros."The season started off
  
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• Gasp's Inter hoodoo, sackings, Milan signs: 5 Serie A questions 👀

  18-09-2026 12:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasp's Inter hoodoo, sackings, Milan signs: 5 Serie A questions 👀It’s the most eagerly awaited match of this early part of the season: Roma-Inter. On Saturday at 6 p.m., the two league leaders face off at the Olimpico, with sole possession of top spot on the line just before the international break.Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 a month!That is undoubtedly the main event, but there are plenty of storylines surrounding
  
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• Mirza wants to take Plymouth Parkway into EFL

  18-09-2026 12:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Plymouth Parkway play their games at Bolitho Park, which is about two and a half miles north of Plymouth Argyle's Home Park [Shutterstock]Kuwaiti businessman Muizz Mirza has said he wants to lead seventh-tier Plymouth Parkway into the English Football League.Mirza has been in talks for his firm, MEC Study Group, to take a stake in the Southern League Premier Division South club.Mirza has turned his attention to Parkway, who are four divisions below city neighbours Plymouth Argyle, after he said
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur vs Aston Villa: Match Preview, Confirmed Team News and Score Prediction

  18-09-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur vs Aston Villa: Match Preview, Confirmed Team News and Score PredictionTottenham vs Aston Villa Preview: Pressure Rising in North LondonFour league games in, Tottenham and Aston Villa already have a problem. It is not subtle, and it is not theoretical. Spurs are 17th, they have two points, and they have yet to score a Premier League goal. Villa are even lower, in 19th, with one point. For two clubs that spent heavily and expected to be looking up the table, this is a bad look.S
  
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• Official: Spain’s Nations League squad includes Inter goalkeeper Martinez

  18-09-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Spain’s Nations League squad includes Inter goalkeeper MartinezInter goalkeeper Josep Martinez has earned a call-up to the Spain national team for the upcoming Nations League games against England, Croatia and Czechia.Inter goalkeeper Martinez will represent Spain during the upcoming international break.MADRID, SPAIN – SEPTEMBER 08: Josep Martinez of Internazionale gathers the ball under pressure from Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid during the UEFA Champions League 2026/27 L
  
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• McLeish on Chapman call-up, young talent & Goodwin return

  18-09-2026 12:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Craig McLeish has been speaking to the media before St Mirren host Dundee United in the Premiership on Saturday (15:00 BST).Here are the key line from the Buddies boss:McLeish is delighted Jacob Chapman has earned a first Australia call-up for matches against Brazil - and revealed goalkeeping coach Jamie Langfield had vowed to get the 25-year-old in the Socceroos squad."It was part of the conversation we had with him during the summer," says McLeish. "Myself and Jamie Langfield sat with him and
  
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• Wrexham defender Hyam's Scotland disappointment

  18-09-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dom Hyam joined Wrexham from Blackburn Rovers on transfer deadline day in the 2025 summer window [Getty Images]Dom Hyam hopes he can work his way back into the Scotland set-up in future amid his disappointment at being omitted from new boss Sebastien Pocognoli's first international squad.Belgian Pocognoli, 39, signed a two-year contract with Scotland in August following the departure of Steve Clarke after the 2026 World Cup.Hyam was included in Clarke's squad for the summer showpiece, although h
  
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• Hurzeler on injuries, Verbruggen's coffees and Arsenal criticisms

  18-09-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Arsenal at Amex Stadium (kick-off 15:00 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Summer signing Femi Azeez will not be available until after the international break, confirmed Hurzeler. The coaching staff will "work with him individually" before "integrating him back into the first team". If all goes to plan, he will "definitely be at his highest physical level" after the three-
  
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• Mikel Arteta insists Fabian Hurzeler feud is over after Brighton boss slammed Arsenal’s tactics

  18-09-2026 12:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikel Arteta has insisted any tension with Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler is now behind him on the eve of their Premier League clash.Hurzeler criticised Arteta after their previous meeting – a 1-0 win for Arsenal in March – stating "only one team tried to play football" and accused the Gunners of "making their own rules".Speaking ahead of their fixture at the Amex Stadium on Saturday, the Arsenal manager said: "That’s all done. That’s all in the past."I have huge respec
  
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• Real Madrid duo return to international duty after World Cup omission

  18-09-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid duo return to international duty after World Cup omissionAlthough club football came to a halt during this summer, as is the case every year, followers of the game still had a lot of action to follow as the 2026 World Cup took place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Up to eleven Real Madrid players participated in the event with their respective national teams.However, this was still low by the Merengues’ standards, and they also did not have representation in the Spani
  
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• Chivu and Gasperini take different approaches to Roma vs. Inter

  18-09-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chivu and Gasperini take different approaches to Roma vs. InterGian Piero Gasperini will hold a pre-match press conference today, on the eve of Saturday’s big match against Inter, while his counterpart, Cristian Chivu, will speak to the press only after the game.Roma-Inter is the big match of Serie A Round 5. It kicks off at 18:00 CET [17:00 BST] at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome tomorrow, Saturday, September 19.MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 14: Cristian Chivu, Manager of FC Internazionale M
  
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• Gray exit 'had sense of inevitability'

  18-09-2026 12:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hibernian will have only made the right call to sack David Gray "if they get the right manager in", according to former Easter Road midfielder Scott Allan. The former Hibs captain exited after Tuesday's home defeat by bottom-placed Kilmarnock and Allan thought "it had a sense of inevitability about it" when "fans are not happy with what they're seeing"."It was just as poor a performance I've seen from Hibs in a long time," he told the BBC's Scottish Football Podcast."I thought they were really p
  
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• 'We're not far away' - Mullins targets first away points

  18-09-2026 12:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Despite Newport County's struggles away from home, boss Hayden Mullins believes his side are close to turning encouraging performances into points.The Exiles travel to Accrington Stanley (15:00 BST) on Saturday 19 September, having taken five points from their opening six League Two matches.Despite still searching for their first away point of the campaign, Mullins insists Newport have been competitive on the road."We're not far away at all from where we need to be," he said."I look at the perfo
  
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• No confidence crisis as Scales seeks derby win to 'change narrative'

  18-09-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]Celtic defender Liam Scales insists there is no crisis of confidence at the club after Martin O'Neill's side suffered damaging back-to-back defeats.Thursday night's 3-1 Europa League opening loss to Ferencvaros followed the 3-0 Premier Sports Cup exit to Rangers, who visit Celtic Park in the Premiership on Sunday."Definitely not, no crisis," Scales replied when asked if confidence levels were significantly dented."It was a tough night. It just felt like a nervy night. I just think the times
  
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• Barcelona training update: Key star absent after minor injury; replacement called up from La Masia

  18-09-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona training update: Key star absent after minor injury; replacement called up from La MasiaFC Barcelona completed their final training session ahead of Saturday’s La Liga meeting with Sevilla away at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan. And, according to Mundo Deportivo, goalkeeper Joan Garcia is absent from the session and ruled out of the match.Garcia was replaced at half-time against Racing Santander after experiencing discomfort in his right knee. Although the issue is not considered seri
  
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• Mowbray relieved to have Rovers players returning

  18-09-2026 12:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Blackburn Rovers finally have choices to make with their team selection following an injury crisis, head coach Tony Mowbray has said.Midfielder Moussa Baradji is set to feature in Saturday's Championship match at Portsmouth (15:00 BST) while defender Hayden Carter has played a part in the past two games."Hayden and Moussa are back in the picture so it's good to have a few more choices off the bench rather than the academy kids," Mowbray told BBC Radio Lancashire."I'm excited by Moussa over how p
  
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