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• Manchester City maintain innocence as focus grows on Mancini double contract

  26-09-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City maintain innocence as focus grows on Mancini double contractManchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak released a statement insisting the club is innocent, despite reports they were found guilty on 114 financial rule breaches, including Roberto Mancini’s double contract.The Premier League club faces anything from a fine to having titles stripped, points deducted and a demotion if it is confirmed that they are found guilty of breaking the financial rules on a massive scale
  
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• USMNT upcoming schedule — Three more friendlies ahead of CONCACAF Nations League quarters

  27-09-2026 01:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT emerged from the 2026 World Cup as Round of 16 finishers, and he's coming back with a new contract and — hopefully — another World Cup run in mind.MORE —Next steps for the USMNT and Mauricio Pochettino?What's next for the U.S. are four friendlies on home soil. The first was a 4-1 triumph over Peru, and next up are Chile, Canada, and Mexico visiting the country.Then, it'll be November home-and-away CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal legs against the
  
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• Pickford or Trafford? The battle to be England's number one is now on

  27-09-2026 01:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  James Trafford has made three appearances for England [Getty Images]You have to go back 10 years to find a major tournament where Jordan Pickford was not starting in goal for England. The Everton goalkeeper has pretty much been England's number one since making his debut in 2017 - until now.Saturday's 3-2 Nations League loss to Spain saw Leeds' James Trafford make his competitive debut for the Three Lions as manager Thomas Tuchel signalled the battle to be number one is on.Pickford became Englan
  
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• The hammer seemingly falls on Manchester City as the ‘115’ charges case reaches a verdict

  27-09-2026 00:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The hammer seemingly falls on Manchester City as the ‘115’ charges case reaches a verdictEver since February 2023, Manchester City have operated with the ‘115 case’ rumbling away in the background. City were charged by the Premier League for breaching the Premier League’s financial rules. The charges can be seen below courtesy of The Telegraph. The independent panel hearing into Manchester City’s case began in September 2024 and was concluded in December 2024.
  
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• Tuchel rues 'big mistakes' - did Man City charges have impact?

  27-09-2026 00:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rodri and Nico O'Reilly were Manchester City team-mates last season [Getty Images]It was a match full of world-class players - but England's loss to Spain was ultimately decided by uncharacteristic mistakes.Just a day after Manchester City were found guilty of breaking Premier League financial rules, two errors by City players - Nico O'Reilly and Marc Guehi - gifted world champions Spain two goals.And former City midfielder Rodri, who moved to Barcelona in the summer, also gave away a penalty in
  
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• USMNT's 4-1 win over Peru features strong debut performances — including from 16-year old sensation Cavan Sullivan

  27-09-2026 00:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ORLANDO, Fla. — The first U.S. match of a new World Cup cycle under Mauricio Pochettino also furnished a buzzy introduction Saturday for a thrilling prospect barely old enough to drive.Two days shy of his 17th birthday — and less than a year into his breakout pro season — Cavan Sullivan not only debuted in the 4-1 victory over Peru, but became the second youngest in program history to start his first match.Landon Donovan wasn't that young. Neither was Tim Howard, Christian Puli
  
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• USMNT's 4-1 defeat of Peru features strong debut performances - including 16-year old sensation Cavan Sullivan

  27-09-2026 00:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ORLANDO – The first U.S. match of a new World Cup cycle under Mauricio Pochettino also furnished a buzzy introduction Saturday for a thrilling prospect barely old enough to drive.Two days shy of his 17th birthday – and less than a year into his breakout pro season – Cavan Sullivan not only debuted in the 4-1 victory over Peru, but became the second youngest in program history to start his first match.Landon Donovan wasn't that young. Neither was Tim Howard, Christian Pulisic no
  
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• USA thrash Peru as teenage newcomers shine in first step toward 2030

  27-09-2026 00:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Justin Ellis celebrates with his United States teammates after scoring the opening goal against Peru at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida.Photograph: Taylor Banner/USSF/Getty ImagesPlaying in their first match of the 2030 World Cup cycle, the US men’s national team crushed Peru 4-1 in at Orlando’s Inter&Co Stadium on Saturday, riding goals from newcomers Justin Ellis, Zavier Gozo and Justin Hall to victory. The win marked the US debut of 16-year-old Philadelphia Union
  
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• England embrace the chaos - but control also needed to win big prizes

  27-09-2026 00:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England captain Harry Kane missed a second-half penalty in the 3-2 defeat by Spain at Wembley [Reuters]Thomas Tuchel talked about England having to "embrace the chaos" as they embarked on recovery from the crushing disappointment of World Cup semi-final defeat by Argentina.As England took those first steps on the road to rehabilitation against reigning world and European champions Spain in the Nations League at Wembley, head coach Tuchel learned the brutal lesson that chaos without control is a
  
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• Confirmed: Chivas and Gallos line up for matchday 10

  27-09-2026 00:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Chivas and Gallos line up for matchday 10Matchday 10 of Mexican football will be played without the selected players, but the teams will still be looking for the win.
  Chivas host at home one of the surprise teams at the start of the tournament, Querétaro’s Gallos Blancos. Both teams drew in the previous matchday, so if they want to stay near the top of the table, they need to take all three points.Chivas’ XIGallos’ XIChivas or Querétaro, who will come a
  
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• USMNT player ratings vs Peru: How did 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan look on debut?

  27-09-2026 00:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The deep end of the pool isn't exactly ocean depth in a friendly, but Mauricio Pochettino did not wait to hand Cavan Sullivan and a few other teenagers their place in the water for USMNT debuts against Peru on Saturday in Orlando, Florida.We will grade out all of the U.S. players here, fear not, but let's start with Sullivan. After all, the soon-to-be 17-year-old has earned 'next big thing' status and will soon leave Philadelphia Union for the shores of England and Manchester City.MORE — U
  
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• Line-ups ready for Cruz Azul v Toluca, matchday 10

  27-09-2026 00:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Line-ups ready for Cruz Azul v Toluca, matchday 10Here comes the showdown of the matchday! Two of the best teams from recent tournaments face off in a game that promises a lot.
  Both teams are fighting for the top of the tournament, but in the last round they suffered painful defeats. La Máquina lost away to Monterrey, while Toluca fell at home to Santos Laguna.Cruz Azul’s XIToluca’s XITwo title contenders face off — who will come out on top?This article was translated in
  
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• England’s first-half blitz against Spain shows what Three Lions’ identity must be under Thomas Tuchel

  27-09-2026 00:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England spent all week telling us why they can’t keep the ball like Spain. We weren’t taught that way. We don’t have the players. It’s not in our DNA. As if to drill home the point, Marc Guehi got lost on the edge of his own box like a scout staring at a broken compass, and Lamine Yamal punished him.Two minutes gone, 1-0 down to the world champions, and at that moment everyone inside Wembley Stadium thought the same thing. Here comes a Spanish onslaught of short passing,
  
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• Grêmio have a mission to bounce back in the Campeonato Brasileiro

  27-09-2026 00:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Grêmio have a mission to bounce back in the Campeonato BrasileiroA possible reaction from Grêmio in this final stretch of the 2026 Brasileirão will depend on a more well-organized defensive system.The fact that they did not concede against Palmeiras in Renato Gaúcho’s return was seen as a positive.But the scoreline was also (very much) down to Weverton’s great performance.It had been 13 straight Brasileirão matches conceding at least one goal.A run th
  
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• Heard the news? Atlético seal deal for the 'new Dembélé'

  26-09-2026 23:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Heard the news? Atlético seal deal for the 'new Dembélé'Atlético have agreed the signings of Nigerians Taiwo Alao and Olasunkanmi Abbas, aged 18 and 17 respectively.A winger developed at Sporting Lagos in Nigeria, Alao is regarded as skillful, quick, and strong in one-on-one situations.With those traits, when he was loaned to Ikorodu City, he ended up being nicknamed Dembélé by the African club, where he played six matches.At 18, Taiwo Alao signed a thre
  
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• 28-Year-Old Celtic Player’s Comments Sparks Rage From Chris Sutton: Is Time Over For Martin O’Neill?

  26-09-2026 23:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  28-Year-Old Celtic Player’s Comments Sparks Rage From Chris Sutton: Is Time Over For Martin O’Neill?Celtic’s 28-year-old defender Cameron Carter-Vickers has become the centre of a debate after Chris Sutton criticised his post-match comments following the 1-0 Rangers defeat. Sutton, writing in the Daily Record, described the defender’s remarks as “disgraceful” and “pathetic”, arguing that public criticism of the coaching staff deepened the situation
  
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• “Gutted about the mistakes”: Anthony Gordon reflects on ‘missed chance’ to beat Spain

  26-09-2026 23:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Anthony Gordon admitted that he was ‘gutted’ about England football team’s mistakes against world champions Spain football which helped them to a 3-2 victory over the Three Lions in a Nations League contest at Wembley. Marc Guehi was caught in possession inside his own half with less than two minutes played allowing Lamine Yamal to put the visitors ahead before Nico O’Reilly gave the ball away with poorly aimed pass back into his own penalty area as Alex Baena scored Spai
  
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• West Ham Ready To Offload Three Stars In January: Should They Sell All Of Them?

  26-09-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham Ready To Offload Three Stars In January: Should They Sell All Of Them?West Ham have a sizeable squad decision looming before the January transfer window, with Edson Alvarez and Soungoutou Magassa among the players whose futures remain unresolved. Yahoo Sports, via Claret & Hugh, reported that both midfielders failed to secure exits during the summer after the club rejected offers below their valuation. Alvarez spent last season at Fenerbahce on loan after West Ham signed the Mexico
  
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• England take positive step forward but Spain defeat reveals true level they must reach

  26-09-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup final England could have had but, on this evidence, there would still have been the same champions.At the very least, Thomas Tuchel has been reminded of the real level that is going to be required to potentially win at this very stadium on 9 July 2028. Might this 3-2 Spain victory even provide a preview?A significant positive, if also a different kind of problem, is that England did considerably up it from a lot of the World Cup. It was instructive that there were no boos at the en
  
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• Liverpool looking to recreate excellent Jeremy Jacquet deal

  26-09-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool looking to recreate excellent Jeremy Jacquet dealThe last two years have seen a distinct change in Liverpool’s transfer policy. During the time of Jurgen Klopp, the Reds became known as a side that would sign players with upside and turn them into superstars, but the last 18 months has seen a shift towards signing the very best players available.With a spend of over £650 million since winning the Premier League in 2025, it is clear to see this transition, but the club haven
  
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• McGonigle has 'that bit of gold dust' - Owens

  26-09-2026 23:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Limavady United boss Paul Owens praised Jamie McGonigle's performance after he scored the winner during their 1-0 victory over Cliftonville in the Irish Premiership.Striker McGonigle joined newly promoted Limavady on loan from Coleraine and has made a big impact in the opening games of the season. The 30-year-old netted in the 20th minute against the Reds to move level at the top goalscorer charts alongside former teammate Matthew Shevlin at Coleraine."It was a brilliant finish, and there is no
  
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• 'The players looked at me with such disgust'

  26-09-2026 23:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wales boss Craig Bellamy recalls his winning goal against Denmark in Copenhagen in 1998, which eased pressure on then manager Bobby Gould.Bellamy and Wales are back at the Parken Stadium for the first time since his first competitive international goal for Sunday's Nations League fixture.Read more: Bellamy eyes more history against wounded Denmark
  
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• Leeds United Could Cash In On This Duo In January Window: Should They Sell Both?

  26-09-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Could Cash In On This Duo In January Window: Should They Sell Both?Leeds United have reached the September international break sitting fifth in the Premier League, yet January planning has already begun at Elland Road. According to The Leeds Press, Lukas Nmecha and Dan James could both attract attention during the winter window.Transfermarkt reportedly values the pair at £17.2 million combined. Nmecha joined Leeds United as a free agent last year and supplied useful depth behi
  
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• Bayern target Barcelona's Olmo - Sunday's gossip

  26-09-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich target Dani Olmo, Trent Alexander-Arnold is staying at Real Madrid, and Premier League clubs show interest in Spurs' Micky van de Ven.Bayern Munich are prepared to make a £69m bid for Barcelona and Spain forward Dani Olmo, 28. (Sport - in Spanish)Real Madrid's Trent Alexander-Arnold, 27, is not considering a move away from the club, despite Arsenal and Liverpool showing interest in the England defender. (TeamTalk)Manchester United are keeping a close eye on 22-year-old Spain
  
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• Justin Ellis lives dream moment in hometown USMNT debut 🤩

  26-09-2026 22:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Justin Ellis lives dream moment in hometown USMNT debut 🤩Justin Ellis has just lived out every young footballer's dream — scoring on his national team debut in his home city. 
  The Orlando City forward was given his first USMNT start in front of the Orlando crowd by Mauricio Pochettino, and he rewarded the manager in less than five minutes. After a quick start from the home side, Ellis nodded home a looping header to the back-post off of a Gio Reyna set-piece. Ellis h
  
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• Everton Handed Major Boost As £12m Star Reveals Injury Comeback Timeline: Should Moyes Put Him Straight Back In?

  26-09-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Handed Major Boost As £12m Star Reveals Injury Comeback Timeline: Should Moyes Put Him Straight Back In?Everton have received an encouraging update on Merlin Röhl, although the German midfielder could face a difficult fight for regular minutes once he returns from injury.According to Goodison News, the 24-year-old has missed the last three Everton fixtures because of an undisclosed fitness problem. Röhl started the opening three Premier League games at right-back, despite
  
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• England 2-3 Spain: Oyarzabal seals dramatic win as world champions extend unbeaten run to 40 games

  26-09-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England 2-3 Spain: Oyarzabal seals dramatic win as world champions extend unbeaten run to 40 gamesEngland lost 3-2 to Spain in their UEFA Nations League opening game at Wembley Stadium on Saturday.Lamine Yamal broke the deadlock inside two minute s, dispossessing Marc Guehi, before slotting past the outstretched James Trafford.Yamal’s strike was the third-quickest goal England have conceded at Wembley Stadium.Ferran Torres thought he had doubled the visitors’ lead with a first-time f
  
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• England 2-3 Spain: Oyarzabal seals dramatic win as world champions extend unbeaten run

  26-09-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England 2-3 Spain: Oyarzabal seals dramatic win as world champions extend unbeaten runEngland lost 3-2 to Spain in their UEFA Nations League opening game at Wembley Stadium on Saturday.Lamine Yamal broke the deadlock inside two minutes, dispossessing Marc Guehi, before slotting past the outstretched James Trafford.Yamal’s strike was the third-quickest goal England have conceded at Wembley Stadium.Ferran Torres thought he had doubled the visitors’ lead with a first-time finish from a
  
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• 😍 Wembley thriller: Spain win 3-2! Yamal 🔝 Kane and Cucurella HORROR

  26-09-2026 22:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😍 Wembley thriller: Spain win 3-2! Yamal 🔝 Kane and Cucurella HORRORA wonderful, spectacular showdown at Wembley between England and Spain. The Iberians took the lead, England produced a double comeback, and then the World Champions completed the decisive comeback to win 3-2 at the Temple of world football.Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 a month!After Yamal’s opening goal, England responded with 4 fiery minutes,
  
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• Who made an uncharacteristic error? England player ratings v Spain

  26-09-2026 22:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alex Baena curled in Spain's second goal [Getty Images]England were beaten 3-2 in an entertaining game by world champions Spain in the Nations League - the Three Lions' first match since this summer's World Cup. Lamine Yamal gave Spain the lead before goals from Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane put England ahead. Kane then missed a penalty before Alex Baena curled in to level the score, with Mikel Oyarzabal scoring the winner. Here's how we rated England's players - and you can have your say in the
  
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