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• Lothar Matthäus praises Borussia Dortmund’s transfer activity

  12-08-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lothar Matthäus praises Borussia Dortmund’s transfer activityFormer Germany international and World Cup winner Lothar Matthäus has praised the transfer activity of Borussia Dortmund..He also believes that one more player is needed to complete the transfer window.The Black and Yellows have been trying to land Cologne’s Said El Mala for weeks.Matthäus agrees with the club’s efforts to sign the 19-year-old. “If I were Dortmund, I would now consistently push ah
  
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• 🎥 Botafogo thrashed and left in trouble in the Copa Sul-Americana

  14-08-2026 04:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Botafogo thrashed and left in trouble in the Copa Sul-AmericanaBotafogo made their mission of reaching the Copa Sudamericana quarter-finals much harder.Playing at the Inca Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium, 3,350 meters above sea level, Glorioso were thrashed 6-1 by Cienciano this Thursday (13).There was controversial VAR, a goalkeeper blunder, and a center-forward hat-trick.
  Did you catch the score?The Peruvian side got the first after 18 minutes, thanks to Succar.The second came amid cont
  
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• At last they won! Santos Laguna end winless run

  14-08-2026 03:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  At last they won! Santos Laguna end winless runSince March, the Warriors hadn’t known what it was like to win.
  Against all odds, and after suffering two defeats in this edition of the tournament, Santos Laguna beat the Philadelphia Union 2-0.This Sunday (16), they host Chivas de Guadalajara at La Comarca. The fans hope the Leagues Cup win will put them on the right track in the domestic tournament, where they sit at the bottom of the overall standings after three matchdays.This article was
  
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• 🎥 Neymar makes the difference, Santos rally to lead Macará

  14-08-2026 02:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Neymar makes the difference, Santos rally to lead MacaráSantos were caught off guard, lost two players to possible injuries in the first half, and had to dig deep.VAR didn’t exactly “help” either, but Peixe came from behind to beat Macará this Thursday (13).Gabigol and Willian Arão secured the 2-1 win in the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana round of 16.It was a match at Vila in which Neymar stood out intensely.It was only Santos’ third win
  
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• 🎥 Neymar makes the difference as Santos turn it round v Macará

  14-08-2026 02:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Neymar makes the difference as Santos turn it round v MacaráSantos were caught off guard, lost two players to possible injuries in the first half, and had to dig deep.VAR didn’t exactly “help” either, but Peixe came from behind to beat Macará this Thursday (13).Gabigol and Willian Arão secured the 2-1 win in the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana round of 16.It was a hard-fought clash at Vila, with Neymar standing out in a major way.It was only Sa
  
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• What's going wrong for Rangers and McInnes?

  14-08-2026 02:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barring caretakers, Derek McInnes had already made the worst start of any Rangers manager after three games - now it has stretched to four.It is no surprise many of the home fans were walking away long before the final whistle in Thursday's Europa League third qualifying round tie against Jagiellonia Bialystok, even though there was still the chance of a late goal taking it into extra time.This time last season, Rangers made a stumbling start under Russell Martin from which he never recovered, w
  
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• The level-headed Swede orchestrating magic with Motherwell

  14-08-2026 01:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Motherwell fans are digging out their passports, discovering all sorts of routes to Freiburg and dreaming of the Conference League.But manager Alfred Johansson's sole focus is on Stenhousemuir in the Scottish League Cup. That was once he had fed his babies to allow his wife to sleep on Thursday night.The Swede was smiling as his players were serenaded by 8,000-plus supporters at a raucous Fir Park following their wonderful 2-0 win over HJK Helsinki, securing a 3-1 aggregate victory, on a magical
  
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• 🙄 Vasco dominate, but waste TOO much and fail to score v Olimpia

  14-08-2026 01:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🙄 Vasco dominate, but waste TOO much and fail to score v OlimpiaOlimpia did nothing with the ball at São Januário on Thursday night (13).The problem is that Vasco, despite complete dominance from the very first minute, couldn’t make it count.They created chances, had real opportunities to score, made the opposing goalkeeper work hard, and were held to a 0-0 draw in front of their fans.It was the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana round of 16.Check out the highlights s
  
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• 📋 Corinthians named for first last-16 test

  14-08-2026 01:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Corinthians named for first last-16 testCorinthians begin their challenge to reach the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals on Thursday night (13).Timão face Rosario Central in the first leg of the round of 16 starting at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time).The match will be played at the Gigante de Arroyito.Uruguayan referee Andrés Matonte will be in charge.ESPN and Disney+ will broadcast it.
  Rosario Central 🇦🇷Jorge Almirón will be without center-back Juan
  
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• Rangers Are Negotiating A Deal For This Former Hearts Fullback: Why They Must Get It Done ASAP

  14-08-2026 01:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers Are Negotiating A Deal For This Former Hearts Fullback: Why They Must Get It Done ASAPIf a recent update from the Greek outlet Sport24 (as cited by The Scotsman’s Barry Anderson) is believed to be true, Rangers have not given up on James Penrice despite submitting two offers to AEK Athens for the left-back. The Light Blues have submitted a loan bid with a purchase option. However, the proposed loan fee has not matched the expectations of the Super League hotshots, even though there
  
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• Manchester United Have Set Their Sights On This Crystal Palace Star: Good Fit For Carrick?

  14-08-2026 01:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Have Set Their Sights On This Crystal Palace Star: Good Fit For Carrick?In a recent report, The Sun claimed that Manchester United have set their sights on Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton. It has been mentioned that the Red Devils are eyeing a move to bring the English midfielder to Old Trafford, but are facing competition from Chelsea in pursuit of him.Wharton’s Impressive Form In English FootballWharton enjoyed a good run of form at the London club in the previous camp
  
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• 📋 Botafogo named for first Sula last-16 clash

  14-08-2026 01:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Botafogo named for first Sula last-16 clashBotafogo begin their challenge to reach the Copa Sudamericana quarterfinals this Thursday (13).Glorioso face Cienciano in the first leg of the round of 16 starting at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time).The match will be played at the Inca Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium.The altitude of the city of Cusco, located 3,350 meters above sea level, will be an extra opponent.Ecuadorian Augusto Aragon will referee the match.Paramount+ will broadcast it.
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• Video: Spence arrives to begin Inter adventure from Tottenham

  14-08-2026 01:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Video: Spence arrives to begin Inter adventure from TottenhamDjed Spence has arrived in Milan and will undergo his Inter medical on Friday, ready to complete the transfer from Tottenham Hotspur for €35m including add-ons.The agreement between the clubs was reached and the England international had no problem accepting the personal terms.Spence lands for InterMIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – JULY 18: Djed Spence #25 of England walks out for the pitch inspection before the FIFA World Cup 2026 B
  
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• A young midfield gem has committed his future to Manchester City

  14-08-2026 01:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A young midfield gem has committed his future to Manchester CityManchester City have spent this summer signing key players to long-term contract extensions. Jeremy Doku, Josko Gvardiol, Abdukodir Khusanov and Phil Foden have all signed lengthy new deals with the club. At the same time, City have also been eager to secure the futures of their talented young players. Divine Mukasa signed a contract extension until 2030 earlier this summer. Now it has been reported that talented young midfielder Xa
  
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• Celtic Set To Rope In This Exciting Chelsea Youngster On Loan: Why It Makes Sense For All Parties Involved

  14-08-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic Set To Rope In This Exciting Chelsea Youngster On Loan: Why It Makes Sense For All Parties InvolvedIf a recent report from The Scottish Sun is believed to be true, Celtic are closing in on a season-long loan for Landon Emenalo. The Chelsea teenager was given a tour of the club’s Lennoxtown training complex, as they are set to rope him in to challenge and cover Kieran Tierney, with the Scotsman being the only recognised left-back upon the expiration of Marcelo Saracchi’s loan t
  
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• Manchester City Are Keen On Signing This Chelsea Midfielder: What Will He Add To Maresca’s Side?

  14-08-2026 00:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are Keen On Signing This Chelsea Midfielder: What Will He Add To Maresca’s Side?In a recent report, The Athletic revealed that Manchester City are keen on signing Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez this summer. It has been mentioned that the Mancunian club have been given a deadline until Friday to meet the West London club’s £120m valuation for the Argentine playmaker.Fernandez’s Impressive Form In The Premier LeagueFernandez had a decent campaign at the W
  
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• Leeds United Player That Club Wants Rid Of Under Heavy Demand By Several Clubs For £7m: Right Valuation?

  14-08-2026 00:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Player That Club Wants Rid Of Under Heavy Demand By Several Clubs For £7m: Right Valuation?Wrexham have opened formal discussions with Leeds United over a move for Joe Gelhardt, with Phil Parkinson’s side making their push in the closing stretch of the summer window. That’s according to James Oakley of The Athletic, who reports that Wrexham are pushing hard after Birmingham City pulled back from a deal for the 24-year-old forward. Hull City are also stepping up the
  
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• Aston Villa Remain Confident To Sign €25m Player Despite Club’s Rejection: What Should The Midlands Club Do?

  14-08-2026 00:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Remain Confident To Sign €25m Player Despite Club’s Rejection: What Should The Midlands Club Do?Aston Villa have made a formal move for João Palhinha, with Bayern Munich rejecting the first proposal as the German club insist on a permanent transfer. Sport Witness, citing Sky Deutschland, reports that Villa have already agreed personal terms with the 31-year-old Portugal international and submitted a loan offer containing an option to buy.Aston Villa face a choice ov
  
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• Nigeria to miss Women's World Cup after South Africa and Ghana win play-offs

  14-08-2026 00:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thembi Kgatlana scored two goals at the 2023 Women's World Cup and netted again in Casablanca to keep alive South Africa's hopes of returning to the tournament [Backpage Pix]Nigeria have failed to qualify for the Fifa Women's World Cup for the first time after the Super Falcons were beaten 2-1 by South Africa in an African play-off at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon).Africa's top-ranked team went into the tournament in Morocco as favourites to retain their title but were eliminate
  
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• Man City's Reijnders set for £52m Saudi move

  14-08-2026 00:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tijjani Reijnders was part of the Netherlands squad at the 2026 World Cup [Getty Images]Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders is set to join Saudi Pro-League outfit Al-Qadsiah in a £52m deal.City have agreed a fee for the Dutch international, who cost them £46.5m when he joined from AC Milan last summer.Although Reijnders made a bright start to his City career, he struggled to make a significant impact in what turned out to be Pep Guardiola's last season at the club, scoring s
  
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• Confirmed: Manchester City star signs new contract

  13-08-2026 23:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Manchester City star signs new contractJeremy Doku Signs New Manchester City Contract Until 2031Manchester City have handled one important piece of business early. Jeremy Doku has signed a new five-year deal, tying the Belgium international to the club until 2031. For Enzo Maresca, starting a new cycle at the Etihad, that matters./figure>Doku arrived from Rennes in 2023 and has done what City wanted. He has added pace, directness and unpredictability to a team that can sometimes lo
  
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• Man City reject fresh Rodri bid - Friday's gossip

  13-08-2026 23:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona's latest Rodri bid rejected, Tijjani Reijnders set to leave Manchester City and Tottenham's Djed Spence on verge of Inter Milan move.Manchester City have rejected a £55m bid from Barcelona for Spain midfielder Rodri, with the Premier League club wanting more than £60m for the 30-year-old as talks between the two clubs continue. (Sky Sports)Tijjani Reijnders is set to leave Manchester City as the Netherlands midfielder, 28, has agreed to make a £52m move to Al-Qadsiah.
  
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• 'Dad rang and I was like: What's happening?' - England U20s boss on Uefa threat

  13-08-2026 23:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lydia Bedford took up her England role in March [Getty Images]England's head coach Lydia Bedford says she has been told by the Football Association to "just continue as usual" before next month's Under-20 Women's World Cup, despite Uefa threatening to boycott the tournament.Bedford said she had not "thought too much about the bigger picture" as she prepares to name her Young Lionesses squad next week.Football has been engulfed in a major dispute since it emerged that Fifa president Gianni Infant
  
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• Liverpool hold massive advantage in deal for elite midfielder

  13-08-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool hold massive advantage in deal for elite midfielderLiverpool hold a fantastic advantage in any deal for one of the best up-and-coming midfielders in Europe. A goal last night was a reminder of his quality.Liverpool need to address their midfield. This is something we've wanted them to do all summer but it's particularly important now that Inter are pushing to sign Curtis Jones.The Reds just lack control in there and quite honestly, Jones is their best controlling midfielder. Losing him
  
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• Is everything beginning to line up for Manchester City to go big to sign Enzo Maresca’s number-one target?

  13-08-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Is everything beginning to line up for Manchester City to go big to sign Enzo Maresca’s number-one target?It has been a busy day of transfer activity for Manchester City. Tijjani Reijnders is set to complete a move to Saudi Pro League club Al Qadsiah. Fabrizio Romano has reported that City will sell the Dutch international for £52.1 million. The imminent departure of Reijnders does open up space in Manchester City’s midfield for a new signing to come in. Manchester City have a
  
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• Badiashile to join Napoli on loan

  13-08-2026 22:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Chelsea have accepted a loan offer from Napoli for defender Benoit Badiashile, with an option to buy.The two-time France international, 25, has permission to travel to Italy to complete a move worth an initial £2.6m loan fee, with a potential £850,000 in add-ons.In addition, the Serie A club will have the option to buy Badiashile for £23.1m next summer.The deal represents a compromise on the £30m asking price set by Chelsea earlier in this transfer window.Ho
  
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• Done Deal: Lucumi final details for Juventus at €20m including bonus

  13-08-2026 22:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Done Deal: Lucumi final details for Juventus at €20m including bonusReports are coming in that Juventus and Bologna have reached a verbal agreement for Jhon Lucumi, paying €20m including add-ons for the Colombia international.It had already been stated by several sources earlier today that the clubs had edged closer with a new meeting to discuss the structure of the terms.Lucumi ready for Juventus transferBOLOGNA, ITALY – FEBRUARY 26: Noah Holm of SK Brann is challenged by Jhon L
  
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• 📋 Santos named to start last-16 clash in the Copa Sul-Americana

  13-08-2026 22:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Santos named to start last-16 clash in the Copa Sul-AmericanaSantos are set to face Macará in the Round of 16 of the Copa Sudamericana.The first leg takes place this Thursday (13) at Vila Belmiro. The return leg is scheduled for next week in Ecuador.Whoever advances will face the winner of the all-Brazilian tie between Bragantino and Atlético-MG in the quarterfinals.
  See below for the starting lineup:SantosNeymar returns to the starting lineup after serving a suspension i
  
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• Marseille’s Nayef Aguerd rejects Real Sociedad transfer

  13-08-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marseille’s Nayef Aguerd rejects Real Sociedad transferOlympique de Marseille are certainly finding it incredibly difficult to offload their players. Just a few days after Pierre-Emile Højbjerg (31) turned down a move to Newcastle United, it is now Nayef Aguerd’s (30) turn to have a change of heart.Reported to be on the verge of joining Real Sociedad – where he had apparently even passed his medical – the Moroccan defender has finally decided not to join the Basque
  
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• PSG agree deal in principle for Barcelona's Torres

  13-08-2026 22:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Torres scored Spain's winner against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final[Getty Images]Paris St-Germain have agreed a deal in principle to sign Barcelona forward Ferran Torres.The fee for the Spain international will be around 50m euros (£42.7m).Torres, 26, was given permission to miss training this week as he finalised his move.Having scored an extra-time winner against Argentina to help Spain claim their second men's World Cup this summer, Torres' stock has risen considerably after a st
  
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