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• Man Utd fans' ownership protests intensify

  14-09-2026 14:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]To be clear, Manchester United's fans have - to a greater or lesser degree - protested against the owners since the Glazer family landed £600m-worth of debt on to a previously debt-free club with their leveraged buy-out in 2005.In their most recent accounts to 31 March, United had an overall debt of £1.3bn, including outstanding transfer fees.Since then they have refinanced $425m (£314m) worth of bonds at a higher interest rate than they had been previously. They
  
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• 👊 Simeone: Who should win the Ballon d'Or? Messi, no doubt

  15-09-2026 18:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👊 Simeone: Who should win the Ballon d'Or? Messi, no doubtAtlético de Madrid head coach Diego Simeone once again expressed his deep admiration for Lionel Messi when asked who should receive the highest individual award in world football.
  The weight of the World Cup and longevityWithout hesitation or beating around the bush, 'Cholo' argued that the making of that World Cup triumph, together with the Rosario star’s enduring brilliance, places him a step above the rest of the c
  
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• Real Madrid keen on beating Barcelona in the race to sign Manchester United prodigy

  15-09-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid keen on beating Barcelona in the race to sign Manchester United prodigyReal Madrid have already shown a lot intent in the market this summer by signing a host of new players to shore up the team.But after a mass exodus in the reserve team, Real Madrid are looking to shore up their youth department, with the club already identifying JJ Gabriel as a key target.The 15-year-old centre-forward has made quite the impression during his time at Manchester United’s youth academy and is
  
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• Fabrizio Romano: Man United have made Michael Carrick decision after poor start

  15-09-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano: Man United have made Michael Carrick decision after poor startMichael Carrick Backed by Manchester United Despite Slow Start as Left-Back Gap RemainsManchester United have no immediate plans to change manager, despite a frustrating opening to the Premier League campaign that has left Michael Carrick under early scrutiny. Four points from four matches is an underwhelming return by any standard, and the 1-0 home defeat to Manchester City, against 10 men for part of the contest, ha
  
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• 📈 From 3. Liga to Germany? He could solve Klopp's biggest problem

  15-09-2026 18:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📈 From 3. Liga to Germany? He could solve Klopp's biggest problemHardly any German professional footballer has enjoyed such a rapid rise in recent years as Philipp Treu. Just three years ago, the right-back was still playing in the 3. Liga. Back then, nothing — truly nothing — suggested that he would one day feature for the German national team. But things have changed.Treu never took the quick route, always the logical next step instead. From captain of SC Freiburg’s s
  
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• Why Real Madrid’s Franco Mastantuono is right where he wants to be

  15-09-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Real Madrid’s Franco Mastantuono is right where he wants to beSeveral factors have emerged in the aftermath of Fabio Grosso’s early-season sacking, but one thing is clear: it wasn’t working. Grosso was torn on his defensive structure. Mateo Pellegrino spoke about a clear disconnect among players on the pitch, and without structure, there were only fleeting individual bursts of brilliance.Could those fleeting moments have translated into long-term success over time? Perhaps.
  
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• Official | Dino Toppmoller leaves RC Lens by mutual consent

  15-09-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Dino Toppmoller leaves RC Lens by mutual consentRC Lens and Dino Toppmoller have parted ways by mutual agreement, it was confirmed on Tuesday. The German, hired to replace Pierre Sage over the summer, only took charge of six official games before his departure. Toppmoller beat Paris Saint-Germain in the Trophée des Champions and also won Lens’ UEFA Champions League opener against Slavia Prague last week. He also took charge of four games in Ligue 1, with the club currentl
  
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• Dugarry slams De Zerbi’s Tottenham contract: ‘A robbery without a mask’

  15-09-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dugarry slams De Zerbi’s Tottenham contract: ‘A robbery without a mask’Christophe Dugarry has taken aim at Roberto De Zerbi, questioning whether the Italian is equipped for a job of Tottenham’s size and suggesting his contract is a heist.According to Alfredo Pedullà, the former Milan, Barcelona and Marseille forward made the comments to RMC Sport. “I have never really understood what his level actually is,” Dugarry said. “They tell me he did well
  
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• 🙄 Tunnel vision? Pro Ref's new take on Haaland's goal

  15-09-2026 18:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🙄 Tunnel vision? Pro Ref's new take on Haaland's goalPremier League refereeing chief Howard Webb publicly explained Erling Haaland’s controversial goal in Manchester City’s 1-0 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford. Webb said the video officials suffered from “tunnel vision” during the review of the play.
  Obsession with the ball and Enzo’s interferenceAs the official explained on the program Mic’d Up, VAR referee Matt Donohue focused solely on con
  
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• Milan’s Alphadjo Cissè ready for Italy call-up, believes Ruben Amorim

  15-09-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan’s Alphadjo Cissè ready for Italy call-up, believes Ruben AmorimSpeaking to Sky Sport ahead of his side’s Saturday showdown against Lazio at the weekend, Ruben Amorim discussed, among other things, the progress of young Alphadjo Cissè under him.Despite just seeing him play a handful of matches, the Portuguese coach made a bold claim regarding his suitability for Italy’s senior national team setup.Cissè is a player who wants the ball, he is ready to go
  
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• VAR did not even consider if Fernandez was offside - Webb

  15-09-2026 18:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Referees' chief Howard Webb has admitted that the video assistant referee (VAR) did not even consider whether Enzo Fernandez was offside for Erling Haaland's controversial winner in Sunday's Manchester derby.Speaking on the first edition of 'Match Officials Mic'd Up' of the season, Webb said he was "really disappointed" with the error made by the VAR Matt Donohue and his assistant Blake Antrobus.Manchester City striker Haaland thought he had scored the only goal of the game at Old Trafford in th
  
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• 🚨Early end: RC Lens announce Dino Toppmöller's departure

  15-09-2026 18:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨Early end: RC Lens announce Dino Toppmöller's departureRacing Club de Lens officially announced the end of its partnership with head coach Dino Toppmöller, as well as with his two assistants. The French club stated that the separation was agreed upon in a spirit of mutual respect following differences over staff planning.Disagreements over the club’s restructuringAfter multiple discussions about how the squad was operating and the technical organization, the board expres
  
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• Hamza Abdelkarim talks Lamine, Rodri, Flick, Ballon d’Or after Barcelona renewal: ‘It’s a dream to be at this club’

  15-09-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hamza Abdelkarim talks Lamine, Rodri, Flick, Ballon d’Or after Barcelona renewal: ‘It’s a dream to be at this club’Last week, FC Barcelona announced that they had reached an agreement with Hamza Abdelkarim to extend his contract until 2030, securing the future of the 18-year-old forward after his rapid development over recent months.Hamza joined Barcelona’s youth setup during the winter transfer window, initially on loan, and has since made significant progress both
  
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• Crystal Palace sign Puerto Rico international Cosme

  15-09-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Crystal Palace sign Puerto Rico international CosmeCrystal Palace have completed the signing of Puerto Rico international defender Caitlin Cosme on a permanent deal.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Eagles this afternoon.The 27-year-old defender joins Crystal Palace off the back of a spell with French Arkema Première Ligue club FC Nantes. She has signed an initial one-year deal at Selhurst Park.Cosme started her senior career in the United
  
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• Timber rested for Ipswich EFL Cup match as caution

  15-09-2026 18:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber is set to miss Tuesday's Carabao Cup tie against Ipswich but his expected omission is viewed as precautionary.The Netherlands international made his first appearance of the season following a long-term groin issue in the Premier League win over Sunderland on Saturday, coming on as a substitute for Ben White, who suffered a muscular injury in the first half.But despite his return to fitness, Arsenal are expected to exclude Timber from the squad to fac
  
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• VAR audio of Erling Haaland’s controversial Manchester derby winner released

  15-09-2026 18:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The VAR officials who were in charge of Sunday’s Manchester derby failed to check whether Manchester City midfielder Enzo Fernandez was interfering with play for Erling Haaland’s controversial winner against Manchester United, it has been revealed. Appearing on the Premier League’s Mic’d Up show, referees’ boss Howard Webb said the officials had “tunnel vision” and became “super focused” on assessing whether Haaland was onside, rather than al
  
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• 🚨 Official: Lens sack Toppmöller already, Cahuzac replaces him!

  15-09-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: Lens sack Toppmöller already, Cahuzac replaces him!A bombshell!Six little matches and then gone. RC Lens officially announced this Tuesday evening, to everyone’s surprise, the dismissal of its coach, Dino Toppmöller, who arrived this summer after Pierre Sage’s departure.Only 28 days passed between the historic win against PSG in the Trophée des Champions — the German coach’s first official match with Lens — and his last one, this
  
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• 🚨 Official: Lens already sack Toppmöller, Cahuzac steps in!

  15-09-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: Lens already sack Toppmöller, Cahuzac steps in!A bombshell!Six short matches and then gone. RC Lens officially announced on Tuesday evening, to everyone’s surprise, the dismissal of their coach, Dino Toppmöller, who arrived this summer after Pierre Sage’s departure.Only 28 days passed between the historic victory over PSG in the Trophée des Champions — the German coach’s first official match with Lens — and his last one, this Sun
  
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• Manchester United eye Conte as pressure mounts on Carrick

  15-09-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United eye Conte as pressure mounts on CarrickAntonio Conte’s sabbatical could be cut short, with Manchester United reportedly considering him should they move on from Michael Carrick.According to Corriere della Sera, via Calciomercato, Conte sits at the top of United’s list after a disappointing start to the season, four points from their opening four Premier League fixtures.Carrick signed a new deal only months ago, running to June 2029, having taken over from the sacked
  
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• Williams handball against Spurs was conclusive - Webb

  15-09-2026 18:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest's Neco Williams insisted that the ball had not come off his arm before it went into the goal [Getty Images]Referees' chief Howard Webb has insisted there was "conclusive" evidence to disallow Nottingham Forest's goal against Tottenham Hotspur for handball by Neco Williams.The Forest defender bundled the ball home in the 67th minute but video assistant referee Peter Bankes stepped in to rule out the goal for accidental handball.It was a controversial incident with Williams and F
  
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• No challenge Cardines will not accept, says Ellis

  15-09-2026 18:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rio Cardines has produced five assists in his past five Championship games for Bristol City [Getty Images]On-loan defender Rio Cardines is stepping up to all challenges put in front of him at Bristol City, says sporting director James Ellis. The 20-year-old is on a season-long loan at the Championship club from Crystal Palace and has played in all six of their league games so far. He also has five assists from the Robins' past five games - the first player in the Championship to do so in 12 year
  
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• Liverpool ask for 'information' about deal for their next midfielder

  15-09-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool ask for 'information' about deal for their next midfielderLiverpool were linked with a whole host of players throughout the summer transfer window.Arne Slot's final season in charge of the Reds massively under-delivered which led to the Anfield outfit looking for ways to improve their performances.Indeed, their first step towards doing this was obviously to replace their manager which is why Andoni Iraola was welcomed through the Anfield doors.However, since their players were also to
  
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• Arsenal youngster set for decisive international call-up

  15-09-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal youngster set for decisive international call-upNorthern Ireland are planning to call up Arsenal youngster Ceadach O’Neill for Nations League games in the next international break as they look to secure his international future.Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty ImagesNorthern Ireland are planning to call up Ceadach O’Neill for this month’s Nations League fixtures as they look to secure the Arsenal youngster’s international future amid interest from the Republic of Irel
  
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• VAR missed Fernandez offside in Manchester derby - Webb

  15-09-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Referees' chief Howard Webb has admitted that the video assistant referee (VAR) failed to assess the offside offence by Enzo Fernandez for the winning goal in Sunday's Manchester derby.Speaking on the first edition of 'Match Officials Mic'd Up' of the season, Webb said he was "really disappointed" with the error made by the VAR Matt Donohue and his assistant Blake Antrobus.Manchester City striker Erling Haaland thought he had scored the only goal of the game at Old Trafford in the 60th minute, b
  
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• Valencia Hit Bottom as Corberán Sacked After Worst-Ever Start

  15-09-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Valencia dismissed Carlos Corberán on Sunday after a 1-0 defeat by Sevilla at the Sánchez-Pizjuán left the club with the worst start to a season in its history. It is the first managerial sacking of the La Liga campaign, according to the Guardian.Corberán dismissed as crisis escalatesCorberán was told of his dismissal during a video call from Singapore, with owner Peter Lim some 10,000km away. He had arrived in December 2024 with Valencia in the relegation zone
  
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• Liverpool forward ‘needs to do more’ according to former star

  15-09-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool forward ‘needs to do more’ according to former starAlexander Isak Must Offer More After Liverpool Stumble Against FulhamLiverpool’s 0-0 draw with Fulham at Anfield was flat, slow and short on ideas. For Andoni Iraola, still early in his time at the club, it was the first performance that raised a proper red flag. There was no intensity, little incision and almost nothing that unsettled Bernd Leno.The focus naturally lands on Alexander Isak. He went into the game with
  
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• Italy handed Nations League relegation reprieve as UEFA confirms rule changes

  15-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy handed Nations League relegation reprieve as UEFA confirms rule changesUEFA has softened the relegation rules for this season’s Nations League, giving Italy a safer landing if their group goes badly.According to the FIGC, the changes were confirmed by UEFA’s Executive Committee meeting in Thessaloniki, and exist to prepare for a bigger overhaul from 2028-29, when each league will expand from 16 teams to 18 and be split into three groups of six.PARMA, ITALY – AUGUST 22: (L
  
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• Barcelona set to face Real Madrid, Chelsea battle to sign 15-year-old Man United prodigy

  15-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona set to face Real Madrid, Chelsea battle to sign 15-year-old Man United prodigyAs reported earlier today, Manchester United teenage wonderkid has shocked the club by asking to leave by terminating his contract.The 15-year-old academy gem has long been on the radars of FC Barcelona, and the development surrounding his future is certain to have piqued the interest of the La Liga champions.Competition for BarcelonaHowever, signing the youngster will not be easy as several other top clubs a
  
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• Conte's shadow over Spalletti? 😱 Spence back, Fiorentina coup 🔥

  15-09-2026 17:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Conte's shadow over Spalletti? 😱 Spence back, Fiorentina coup 🔥With the Serie A round over, it’s now time for the Europa League, which kicks off tomorrow. Milan will be in action (against Benfica) and Juventus too (on Thursday, against Dutch side NEC). Inter and Roma, meanwhile, are beginning preparations for Saturday’s head-to-head clash, scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Olimpico.Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.9
  
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• 🥹The story of the day: He overcame a failed drugs test, crowd greets him

  15-09-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥹The story of the day: He overcame a failed drugs test, crowd greets himThe 24-year-old Croatian defender, Mario Vuskovic, was the big story of the day in German football after rejoining Hamburger SV training. The player had been away from the pitch after receiving a harsh four-year suspension for doping.A case surrounded by irregularitiesBoth the player and the club appealed the ruling, pointing to inconsistencies and a lack of clarity during the investigation process. Despite the compl
  
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