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• Marli Salmon signs professional contract with Arsenal

  29-08-2026 10:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marli Salmon signs professional contract with ArsenalThe highly rated defender has already made four senior appearances and now has his first professional deal after progressing through Hale End.Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty ImagesMarli Salmon has signed his first professional contract with Arsenal, completing the agreement on his 17th birthday after establishing himself as one of Hale End’s leading prospects.The defender, who can operate at centre-back or right-back, put pen to paper this
  
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• Wonderkid will replace Alexander Isak, he can't stop scoring

  05-09-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wonderkid will replace Alexander Isak, he can't stop scoringAn exciting wonderkid looks destined to replace Alexander Isak. The Swede may end up justifying his massive transfer fee but at the moment expectations at Liverpool are not at an all-time high.Compared to this time last year when the whole fanbase was buzzing after landing an absolute superstar and schooling Newcastle by getting Hugo Ekitike as well.A year later, Isak hasn't hit the ground running. He may have scored against Nottingham
  
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• Report: Arsenal already considering £68m offer for La Liga forward

  05-09-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal already considering £68m offer for La Liga forwardArsenal Weigh £80m Raphinha Move as January Transfer Window Plan Takes ShapeArsenal are understood to be exploring a move for Barcelona winger Raphinha ahead of the January transfer window, with Fichajes reporting that the north London club are considering an offer worth around €80m for the Brazil international.The 29-year-old has emerged as a serious option after Arsenal ended the summer without adding another se
  
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• Official: Modric decides to continue playing with Croatia national team at 41

  05-09-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Modric decides to continue playing with Croatia national team at 41The Croatian football federation has confirmed that Milan star Luka Modric will continue representing his national team at the age of 41, despite reports that he was due to retire after a disappointing Serie A and World Cup campaign over the last few months.Veteran Modric will continue to represent Croatia for 2026-27 Nations LeagueModric, who will turn 41 next week, before the start of the next international break, has
  
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• “Still a lot to learn” – Alexander Isak reacts to Liverpool’s win over Ipswich Town

  05-09-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “Still a lot to learn” – Alexander Isak reacts to Liverpool’s win over Ipswich TownAlexander Isak Fires Liverpool to First Win with Sharp Start at IpswichLiverpool needed a response and they got one quickly. A 2-0 win over Ipswich Town was settled inside nine minutes, with Alexander Isak doing the damage and Cody Gakpo supplying both assists. Simple enough on paper, decisive enough on the pitch.After a slow start to the season, Andoni Iraola wanted urgency from the first
  
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• Real Madrid midfielder determined to make major leap under Mourinho this season

  05-09-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid midfielder determined to make major leap under Mourinho this seasonReal Madrid were hit with a speed bump after their perfect start to the season, with Real Betis offering an important reality check to Jose Mourinho’s team.After three wins from three to start the season, Madrid ran into a resolute Betis side at the Villamarin in a game where the ball simply refused to go in for them.On the one occasion that it did, Carlos Espi’s sensational overhead strike was ruled out f
  
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• Newcastle host Bournemouth in early PL kick off

  05-09-2026 13:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle host Bournemouth in early PL kick off2026-09-05T11:17:42ZA reminder of team news from St James Park...Newcastle XI: Hornícek, Dedić, Thiaw, Botman, Hall; Miley, González; Elanga, Willock, Barnes; WissaBournemouth XI: Petrović; Smith, Truffert, Alex Scott, Hill, Silva; Rayan, Adams, Evanilson, Kluivert, Tavernier 2026-09-05T11:06:50ZToday's matches...12:30pm kick off:Newcastle vs Bournemouth3pm kick offs:Brentford vs SunderlandNottingham Forest vs TottenhamM
  
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• Watch Arteta pre-Chelsea and Slegers pre-Brighton press conferences

  05-09-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch Arteta pre-Chelsea and Slegers pre-Brighton press conferencesArsenal Women begin their FA WSL campaign against Brighton on Sunday before Chelsea visit the Emirates to face the men’s side.Watch Arteta pre-Chelsea and Slegers pre-Brighton press conferences 3Arsenal women return to action this weekend as the FA WSL kicks off, with the Gunners playing Brighton on Sunday before the men’s side welcome Chelsea to the Emirates.Ahead of both games, both managers spoke to the media.You c
  
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• Richard Hughes leaves Liverpool after overseeing £670m transfer spend

  05-09-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes has stepped down as Liverpool’s sporting director after a two-year reign in which he appointed two managers and the club spent more than £100m on three different players and around £670m in total. The departure of the Scot, who is expected to join Saudi Pro-League club Al Hilal, follows the decision of Michael Edwards, Fenway Sports Group’s CEO of Football, to leave as the upheaval in the boardroom at Anfield continues. Hughes had told Liverpool he wanted t
  
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• Official | Mohamed Bayo leaves Lille to join Samsunspor

  05-09-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Mohamed Bayo leaves Lille to join SamsunsporMohamed Bayo (28) has left Lille OSC to join Turkish Super Lig side Samsunspor on a permanent deal, it was announced by the Ligue 1 club on Saturday. Bayo joined Lille from Clermont Foot back in 2022, but he never succeeded in establishing himself at the club. He would play just 47 times for the club, scoring seven goals. In that time, he would spend a significant period out on loan to various clubs. He first went to Le Havre AC, but only ne
  
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• Real Madrid summer signing a doubt for Champions League clash against Inter Milan

  05-09-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid summer signing a doubt for Champions League clash against Inter MilanAccording to Mundo Deportivo, Real Madrid could be without key defender Marc Cucurella for Tuesday’s Champions League opener against Inter Milan. The Spanish left-back was forced off late in the defeat to Real Betis with muscle discomfort.The injury is not believed to be serious, but the timing leaves the World Cup winner facing a race against the clock to be fit for one of the most important matches of the ea
  
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• Lazio book medicals for free agent Leite to replace Romagnoli

  05-09-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lazio book medicals for free agent Leite to replace RomagnoliThe Serie A transfer deadline fell earlier this week, but Lazio are on the verge of bringing in a new signing on the free agent market after bidding farewell to Alessio Romagnoli, who has joined Al-Sadd in the Qatar Stars League.Lazio set to bring in Leite to replace RomagnoliRomagnoli, who had been linked with the Qatari club since the January transfer window, officially left Lazio late on Thursday evening after spending the last four
  
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• New La Liga ball technology responsible for Real Madrid equaliser being ruled out vs Real Betis

  05-09-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New La Liga ball technology responsible for Real Madrid equaliser being ruled out vs Real BetisReal Madrid came within centimetres of rescuing themselves against Real Betis, only for one of La Liga’s newest technological additions to intervene.Los Blancos had hammered away at Betis’ goal last night, only for the gatekeeper, Alvaro Valles, to shut the door and let nothing through.It took something absolutely spectacular to beat Valles last night, with Carlos Espi scoring an overhead k
  
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• Gabriel Martinelli makes Al-Hilal debut

  05-09-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gabriel Martinelli makes Al-Hilal debutThe former Arsenal forward came off the bench in the second half as Al-Hilal secured a 2-0 win, before speaking about the start of his new chapter.Gabriel Martinelli made his Al-Hilal debut less than 24 hours after completing his move from Arsenal, coming off the bench in a 2-0 Riyadh derby victory over Al-Shabab at the SHG Arena.Martinelli was introduced in the 68th minute in place of Sultan Mandash, with Al-Hilal already a goal ahead.The former Arsenal fo
  
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• Flick talks Lamine, Jesus, Raphinha, Kounde, De Jong, captaincy ahead of Valencia vs Barcelona

  05-09-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flick talks Lamine, Jesus, Raphinha, Kounde, De Jong, captaincy ahead of Valencia vs BarcelonaFC Barcelona will be aiming to extend their perfect start to the season when they face off against Valencia tomorrow evening at Mestalla.With Real Madrid dropping points against Real Betis on Friday night, the Blaugrana have an excellent chance to open up an early lead at the top of the La Liga table.Leading up to the match, the La Liga champions were handed a major fitness scare with Lamine Yamal not t
  
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• Gasperini makes decisions on Dybala and Ndicka as Roma confirm squad for Atalanta

  05-09-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini makes decisions on Dybala and Ndicka as Roma confirm squad for AtalantaGian Piero Gasperini has confirmed that both Paulo Dybala and Evan Ndicka are fit enough to be included in Saturday’s matchday squad for Roma’s home Serie A match against Atalanta at the Stadio Olimpico.There had been concerns regarding the Argentine’s fitness earlier this week, whilst Ndicka was forced to sit out of last weekend’s 4-0 victory over Lecce.DORTMUND, GERMANY – AUGUST 15: P
  
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• Flick in press conference: Lamine Yamal took a knock, we'll see tomorrow..

  05-09-2026 12:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flick in press conference: Lamine Yamal took a knock, we'll see tomorrow..Hansi Flick has spoken about Lamine Yamal’s absence from training.Lamine Yamal and his possible absenceThese were the German coach’s words: “Lamine Yamal took a knock and was in pain. It was better for him to train separately. After training he said everything was fine. He will travel with us and tomorrow we’ll see.”Gabriel JesusThe coach also spoke about whether Gabriel Jesus will be availabl
  
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• Man City Starting XI vs Coventry City Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

  05-09-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City Starting XI vs Coventry City Confirmed Team News and Predicted LineupMan City Predicted XI vs Coventry: Enzo Fernandez Ready for Etihad DebutManchester City have spent heavily, and now Enzo Maresca has to make the signings fit. That is the job. No excuses, no hiding place. After a Deadline Day outlay that brought Enzo Fernandez, Iliman Ndiaye and Ayyoub Bouaddi through the door, City head into the Coventry game with serious depth and a few awkward decisions.Fernandez is the headline act
  
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• Lens fought off Aston Villa and Sunderland interest in Matthieu Udol

  05-09-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lens fought off Aston Villa and Sunderland interest in Matthieu UdolRC Lens had to fend off significant interest in Matthieu Udol (30), Foot Mercatounderstands. Aston Villa and Sunderland were two of several clubs interested in the Frenchman.Udol was one of the pillars of Lens’ success last season. Following his move from FC Metz, he has established himself as the first pick on the left for Les Sang et Or. Towards the end of last season, there were calls for him to be included in the Franc
  
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• Serbian club punished by Uefa over fan chants in honour of war criminal Ratko Mladic

  05-09-2026 12:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Uefa has issued a fine to Serbian club Red Star Belgrade following chants by supporters in tribute to convicted war criminal Ratko Mladic, who died on the day of their European fixture last week.Visiting fans chanted Mladic's name, saluted him and unfurled a banner praising him during a 5-1 defeat by Czech side Viktoria Plzeň on 27 August.Mladic, a Bosnian Serb commander, directed the 1995 massacre of over 8,000 Muslims in Srebrenica as well as other war crimes. He died last week at the age
  
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• Watch: All 8 Arsenal Goal of the Month contenders

  05-09-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch: All 8 Arsenal Goal of the Month contendersThe shortlist includes goals from the men’s, women’s and academy sides, with supporters now able to choose their favourite.Arsenal have opened voting for August’s Goal of the Month, with eight strikes from across the club competing for the award.Riccardo Calafiori is among the contenders after scoring against Manchester City in the Community Shield final, while Kyra Cooney-Cross is nominated for her long-range effort against Char
  
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• Official | Abakar Sylla leaves Strasbourg

  05-09-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Abakar Sylla leaves StrasbourgAbakar Sylla (23) has left RC Strasbourg Alsace on a permanent deal, as confirmed by the Ligue 1 club on Friday night. Sylla joined Strasbourg from Club Brugge three years ago for a significant €20m fee. However, the defender never truly established himself as a reliable option under successive managers. He spent the second half of last season on loan at FC Nantes as the Loire-based club suffered relegation to Ligue 2. The Ivory Coast international (
  
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• Barcelona summer arrival set to make his first start against Valencia

  05-09-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona summer arrival set to make his first start against ValenciaFC Barcelona are back in action this Sunday evening as they get set to take on Valencia away at Mestalla in a Matchday 4 fixture of the 2026/27 La Liga.The Blaugrana are the only team with a perfect record in the league this season after Real Madrid’s loss to Real Betis on Friday night.And Sunday’s game presents Hansi Flick’s team the perfect chance to establish an early lead in the title race.Building up to t
  
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• Sutton's predictions: Nottingham Forest v Tottenham

  05-09-2026 12:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Nottingham Forest are waiting for their first win under Oliver Glasner but I felt they were unlucky to lose against Leeds and also to only draw at Liverpool.I have been very disappointed with Roberto de Zerbi's Tottenham so far, however, and not just because of their poor results.When he came in at Brighton, De Zerbi built an amazing team in a short space of time and they were great to watch even if they made a few mistakes along the way.In contrast, we still don't know what his Spurs team
  
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• Sutton's predictions: Man City v Coventry City

  05-09-2026 12:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]This is a tale of two Citys - one of whom has made the best of starts to the season, while the other has had the worst.Manchester City wiped the floor with Crystal Palace last week but it was their comeback to beat Bournemouth at the Etihad which felt bigger, because it was the beginning of a new era under Enzo Maresca.In contrast, Coventry City have had a terrible time. Not their 3-0 opening defeat at Arsenal, because they can forget about that, but they must feel so deflated after losing
  
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• 👀 Estêvão fears less game time and a tactical shift under Xabi Alonso; why

  05-09-2026 11:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👀 Estêvão fears less game time and a tactical shift under Xabi Alonso; whyChelsea coach Xabi Alonso’s start at the club has caused some concern for Brazilian forward Estêvão and his camp. The player’s main fear is seeing his minutes reduced due to the strong competition in attack and, above all, ending up being moved to play as a wing-back in the Spanish manager’s new system.According to journalist Renato Senise of ESPN Brasil, this scenario do
  
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• Immediate Leao impact in first Galatasaray appearance after €38m Milan sale

  05-09-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Immediate Leao impact in first Galatasaray appearance after €38m Milan saleRafael Leao put in a promising performance in his 22-minute debut for Galatasaray on Friday evening following his €38m transfer away from Milan in the final stages of the summer transfer window.The former Serie A MVP winner came on for his first Galatasaray appearance in an eventual 3-2 Turkish Super Lig victory over Istanbul Basaksehir on Friday night. This was his first outing of the season and his first after
  
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• Filipe Luís unsure of Aleksandr Golovin’s Monaco future

  05-09-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Filipe Luís unsure of Aleksandr Golovin’s Monaco futureAleksandr Golovin (30) put in a strong performance at the Parc des Princes as AS Monaco beat Paris Saint-Germain (2-1). There is, however, the possibility that it was his final appearance in a Monaco shirt.It is reported by Foot Mercato and Nice-Matin that the playmaker is attracting significant interest from his native Russia. Golovin joined Monaco back in 2018 and is by far the most long-serving player in Filipe Luís&rs
  
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• Marseille manager Bruno Genesio addresses tension over Igor Paixao saga

  05-09-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marseille manager Bruno Genesio addresses tension over Igor Paixao sagaWe now have a clearer picture of the tensions that emerged from Igor Paixao’s prospective move from Olympique de Marseille to Sunderland. Greenwood, Facundo Medina, Geronimo Rulli, Leonardo Balerdi, and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang all left the club. But despite several departures, the club were still not in a position to invest a single penny, due to their obligations to the DNCG and UEFA.In fact, as the transfer window n
  
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• Marc Casado amazed by Deportivo De A Coruna facilities: ‘This is better than Barcelona’

  05-09-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marc Casado amazed by Deportivo De A Coruna facilities: ‘This is better than Barcelona’After months of speculations and offers, Marc Casado left FC Barcelona on the summer transfer deadline day to join newly-promoted La Liga club Deportivo De A Coruna.The 22-year-old La Masia graduate was informed that he was not a part of Hansi Flick’s plans at the start of the pre-season.However, he hoped to remain at the club and firmly rejected offers from Saudi Arabia and Turkey. In the en
  
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