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• Matchday 8 kick-off times for LALIGA confirmed 📆

  10-09-2026 12:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Matchday 8 kick-off times for LALIGA confirmed 📆LALIGA has made public the schedule for the eighth matchday of the national league championship. The football action will take place between Friday, October 9 and Monday, October 12, with some highly anticipated fixtures.The opening match of the round will see Málaga CF face RCD Espanyol on Friday, October 9 at 21:00. A key fixture to kick off the weekend with the best football in the top flight.Saturday, October 10 will feature seve
  
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• Duran central to changes required for derby revenge

  15-09-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]There's been no shortage of debate since Sunday about what went wrong at Ibrox. And there's just so much to pick apart.The midfield, the lack of intensity, the absence of control, and the way Rangers were able to impose themselves physically all across the park.But the more I think about it the more I wonder if at least part of the problem comes back to something much simpler.Did Celtic make life a lot harder for themselves by moving players away from the positions where they've been most e
  
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• Bologna consider sacking Tedesco with Pioli and Motta linked as replacement

  15-09-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bologna consider sacking Tedesco with Pioli and Motta linked as replacementDomenico Tedesco’s position at Bologna is in danger, with the club weighing up whether to make a change after the poor start to his tenure.According to Calciomercato, citing Matteo Moretto, the Rossoblu hierarchy are actively considering dismissing the coach, with a decision expected shortly. Were it to happen, it would be the second managerial change of this Serie A season after Fabio Grosso’s exit at Fiorent
  
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• Ankersen resigns from role at Southampton

  15-09-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Sport Republic chief executive Rasmus Ankersen has resigned from his position as a director at Southampton. The 42-year-old will take a step back from his role at the club but remains a co-owner of the Championship side. Ankersen has had a lesser role at Saints in recent years due to being president of Turkish side Goztepe. Despite this, he has still remained involved with the club's recruitment.Ankersen was previously at Brentford, between 2015 and 2021, in a period when the Bees
  
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• 'Brilliant' Trafford 'makes Leeds stronger'

  15-09-2026 17:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  On the latest episode of BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club, former Premier League goalkeeper Shay Given was in full praise of Leeds United summer signing James Trafford.He says that the 23-year-old would still be good enough to be Manchester City's first-choice goalkeeper if Gianluigi Donnarumma wasn't around, adding: "I know it was a big fee for a goalkeeper, but it is money well spent."He definitely makes them stronger at the back. He is calm, good with the ball at his feet and, at 23, it i
  
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• The key talking points from Pocognoli's bold Scotland squad

  15-09-2026 17:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Six new call-ups, a refreshed defence, a more-of-the-same midfield and an exciting, new-look attack.The Sebastien Pocognoli Scotland era is already creating serious intrigue - and the Belgian's squad are yet to assemble for a training-ground rondo, never mind play a game.The 39-year-old's first taste of competitive action starts with a Nations League opener in Slovenia on 26 September - live on the BBC - beginning an extended four-game international period.In the meantime, let's dissect the talk
  
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• 'You can feel the energy is different' - Luis on enjoying night games

  15-09-2026 17:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Summer signing Florentino Luis says the prospect of making his Portman Road debut under the lights against Arsenal is something he wants to "enjoy" because the "energy is different".Luis signed for Ipswich from Burnley in the summer but suffered a calf injury soon after joining. He is now back to full fitness and came off the bench to help the Tractor Boys to their second Premier League win of the season, against Crystal Palace, at the weekend.Speaking to BBC Radio Suffolk about th
  
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• Who is JJ Gabriel and why does the teenage sensation want to leave Manchester United?

  15-09-2026 17:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  JJ Gabriel is one of the top young prospects in the game, but the Manchester United teenager is now at the center of a quite incredible saga. Gabriel, still just 15 years old, stood out during United's preseason tour as he played against Atletico Madrid for Michael Carrick's first team. The striker won the Premier League's U18 player of the season award last season, despite only being 14 when the season began, and scored a hat trick in his UEFA Youth League debut last week. But multiple reports,
  
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• Ex-Arsenal Edu lands new job in Bulgaria

  15-09-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ex-Arsenal Edu lands new job in BulgariaFormer Arsenal player and director Edu Gaspar has officially joined Levski Sofia in Bulgaria, following his departure from Nottingham Forest.Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty ImagesLevski Sofia have officially confirmed the arrival of Edu Gaspar as an additionto the club’s new five-person board of directors.The Athletic highlight that The Bulgarian club haven’t specified the exact role Edu will have, though it seems he’ll be part of the decision
  
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• Who is JJ Gabriel? The Man Utd super talent that could spark transfer frenzy after request to leave

  15-09-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United have been left stunned after JJ Gabriel told the club he wants to depart Old Trafford.The 15-year-old wonder kid was tipped as the next big thing to come out of United’s famed youth system but is now formally trying to cancel his registration with the club in a bid to become a free agent.The news comes on the eve before Gabriel was expected to become United’s youngest ever player in their Carabao Cup third-round tie against Brighton, with Michael Carrick planning to
  
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• Top 10 best Italy players in Serie A Week 4: Fagioli and Esposito lead the way

  15-09-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Top 10 best Italy players in Serie A Week 4: Fagioli and Esposito lead the wayThe first international break of the 2026-27 season is just around the corner, and ahead of Roberto Mancini’s Italy squad announcement earlier this week, here is a look at the 10 best-performing Azzurri hopefuls from the most recent round of Serie A fixtures.The fourth round of Serie A fixtures began on Friday night with a thriller between Venezia and Fiorentina, which ended 4-2 in favour of the visiting Viola. I
  
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• Israel fixtures an 'uncomfortable situation' for FAI

  15-09-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Football Association of Ireland [FAI] Director of Football John Martin says the decision to play the Uefa Nations League games against Israel is a "very uncomfortable situation for everyone".Both games are scheduled for neutral venues with Israel's 'home' game set for 27 September in Debrecen, Hungary and the reverse fixture in Backa Topola, Serbia on 4 October, with the FAI confirming their 'home' tie will be played behind closed doors and no tickets available for Irish fans for their 'away' ga
  
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• Arsenal Starting XI vs Ipswich Town: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

  15-09-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Starting XI vs Ipswich Town: Confirmed Team News and Predicted LineupArsenal Predicted XI vs Ipswich as Mikel Arteta Weighs Rotation CallsArsenal have opened the season properly, five wins from five in all competitions, and that gives Mikel Arteta room to manage the squad rather than chase minutes for the sake of it. At Portman Road, rotation looks likely. The schedule is already busy and this is the sort of night when depth matters.Kepa Arrizabalaga is expected to start in goal, with Da
  
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• 'Fellow lefty' Robertson inspires Graham

  15-09-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]Luke Graham says he has aspired to be like "fellow lefty" Andy Robertson and now they are international team-mates.The 22-year-old Stoke City centre-half was previously in the Scotland squad without playing but has been called up by new national head coach Sebastien Pocognoli, with Robertson retaining his place in the squad.Robertson has now captained his country at three major tournaments and joined Tottenham Hotspur this summer from Liverpool while Graham left Dundee for Stoke."It's a ver
  
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• Reaching Europa League final with Sunderland 'a big dream' - Xhaka

  15-09-2026 16:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka says the Stadium of Light "will be on fire" when the Black Cats return to European football for the first time in 53 years against AZ Alkmaar on Wednesday.Xhaka is set to lead out Regis le Bris' side on a landmark night, just over a year since the club returned to the Premier League after an eight-year absence.The 33-year-old has experienced his fair share of big occasions across his career at the top level - winning two FA Cups as well as league titles in Germany
  
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• Real Madrid among top clubs interested in wantaway Manchester United wonderkid

  15-09-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid among top clubs interested in wantaway Manchester United wonderkidAccording to The Athletic, Manchester United teenage wonderkid JJ Gabriel has asked to leave the club immediately, a development that has rocked the Red Devils.And, as per the report, several top clubs across Europe, including Real Madrid, are interested in the 15-year-old attacking prodigy.Apart from Los Blancos, their arch-rivals FC Barcelona as well as German giants Bayern Munich are also keeping an eye on the situa
  
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• Bennett pleased with Cambridge's start

  15-09-2026 16:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cambridge United defender Liam Bennett says their results since securing immediate promotion back up to League One "speak for themselves".Saturday's 2-1 comeback win at home to Reading means the U's have taken 11 points from their opening six matches, leaving them fifth in the table.Bennett, 24, told BBC Radio Cambridgeshire: "There's no denying that the challenge was always going to be tough to step up."We've got to be adaptable, to continue to grow as a team. The results speak for themselves a
  
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• Oli McBurnie recalled as six new faces in Sebastien Pocognoli’s first Scotland squad

  15-09-2026 16:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sebastien Pocognoli believes he has found the right mix of experience and youth after handing out six new call-ups in his first Scotland squad, as well as a recall for Hull striker Oli McBurnie.Swansea defender Stephen Welsh, Celtic right-back Colby Donovan, Brondby defender Luis Binks, Stoke centre-back Luke Graham, Hearts winger Josh McPake and Sevilla striker Robbie Ure have all been included.There are recalls for goalkeepers Scott Bain and Jon McCracken, Udinese midfielder Lennon Miller, Sas
  
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• Scotland coach Pocognoli calls up 6 Serie A players in his first squad

  15-09-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scotland coach Pocognoli calls up 6 Serie A players in his first squadSebastien Pocognoli has named six Serie A-based players in his first Scotland squad, with Sassuolo providing two of them.According to Sky Sports, defender Josh Doig and forward Kieron Bowie are both recalled after missing the World Cup, having impressed at the Mapei Stadium, Bowie scored in Sunday’s 3-2 win over Juventus, with Doig also featuring.REGGIO NELL’EMILIA, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 13: Kieron Bowie of US Sa
  
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• Report: Liverpool interested in move for 20-year-old midfielder

  15-09-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool interested in move for 20-year-old midfielderLiverpool Join Bayern Munich and Real Madrid in Paul Wanner Transfer RaceLiverpool are among the clubs tracking PSV Eindhoven midfielder Paul Wanner, with Bayern Munich and Real Madrid also in the frame for a player increasingly viewed as one of the standout young midfielders in Europe. As reported by TeamTalk, the 20-year-old has emerged as a serious name to watch ahead of the January window.The background is important. Liverpool ha
  
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• Jurgen Klopp willing to consider Barcelona outcast as Germany’s No. 1 – report

  15-09-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jurgen Klopp willing to consider Barcelona outcast as Germany’s No. 1 – reportThe last few years have been tough for Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who has gone from being No. 1 goalkeeper at Barcelona to being shipped out on multiple loan deals.The World Cup situation made it worse as the German not only missed the squad due to injury but also saw him getting demoted as Manuel Neuer returned to the fray.However, Ter Stegen’s luck hasn’t yet fully run out and the recent appointme
  
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• 👨‍🏫 Messi has a new boss: Cristian 'Kily' González takes over at Inter Miami

  15-09-2026 16:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👨‍🏫 Messi has a new boss: Cristian 'Kily' González takes over at Inter MiamiArgentine coach Cristian “Kily” González arrived in Florida to officially take charge of Inter Miami CF’s first team. After completing the necessary work documentation, the former Rosario Central, Unión, and Platense manager signed a contract tying him to the U.S. franchise through June 2028.Immediate debut against Cruz AzulWith no time to lose, the coach led his
  
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• EXCLUSIVE | Bacary Sagna: ‘When you have Neymar, Mbappé, Ramos and Messi and you push them to leave, you’re shooting yourself in the foot.’

  15-09-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EXCLUSIVE | Bacary Sagna: ‘When you have Neymar, Mbappé, Ramos and Messi and you push them to leave, you’re shooting yourself in the foot.’Get French Football News had the opportunity to sit down for a chat with former Arsenal, Manchester City and France defender Bacary Sagna to discuss the changing landscape in football. I wanted to talk about the transfer window, which has just shut. The Premier League has just spent €4bn. At the other end of the spectru
  
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• EXCLUSIVE | Bacary Sagna: ‘Loving football is one thing, but understanding it is something else. It is about business.’

  15-09-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EXCLUSIVE | Bacary Sagna: ‘Loving football is one thing, but understanding it is something else. It is about business.’Get French Football News had the opportunity to sit down for a chat with former Arsenal, Manchester City and France defender Bacary Sagna to discuss the business of football. When you look at almost every French club having to sell players, do you think there’s any way that France can ever get back on at least the same level as other leagues, if
  
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• Bundesliga defensive ace back on Real Madrid’s radar; player available for €60 million

  15-09-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bundesliga defensive ace back on Real Madrid’s radar; player available for €60 millionReal Madrid spent the majority of the summer trying to reinforce their defensive unit, with purchases such as Marc Cucurella, Ibrahima Konate, Denzel Dumfries.However, the club’s early performances have shown that there is a clear need for further reinforcements, especially in central defence, where the team still lacks a quality presence.Dean Huijsen appears to have upped his game from last se
  
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• Liverpool Starting XI vs Tottenham Hotspur: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

  15-09-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Starting XI vs Tottenham Hotspur: Confirmed Team News and Predicted LineupJoe Gomez Returns for Liverpool Ahead of Tottenham Carabao Cup TieLiverpool have Joe Gomez back, and that matters. The defender has not played this season after suffering a muscle strain in July, but he is now available for Tuesday night’s Carabao Cup meeting with Tottenham at Anfield.Andoni Iraola kept it simple when discussing the centre-back’s status. “Joe is training with the team and is ava
  
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• Barcelona summer arrival expected to return to national team squad under new manager

  15-09-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona summer arrival expected to return to national team squad under new managerFC Barcelona moved swiftly to close the signing of Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund in the summer, bringing him in for a fee of only €22 million plus add-ons.The German forward is a player that was familiar to Hansi Flick, with the pair having previously worked in the national team setup.And, it is safe to say that he has made a solid start to life in Catalonia, already making a significant impact. Indee
  
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• Latest Leoni injury update ahead of Liverpool vs. Tottenham clash

  15-09-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Latest Leoni injury update ahead of Liverpool vs. Tottenham clashGiovanni Leoni is closing in on a return to action after a long-term injury lay-off, but the latest updates from Andoni Iraola confirm that he is not expected to feature in either of Liverpool’s next two matches before the international break.Where Leoni stands in year-long injury recoverLeoni joined Liverpool from Parma in a deal worth €35m plus bonuses last summer, but in a cruel twist of fate, the teenager’s 202
  
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• Wales boss Craig Bellamy explains why he rejected Burnley after summer saga

  15-09-2026 16:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Craig Bellamy has insisted remaining with Wales was the correct decision after rejecting the chance to take over at Burnley.The Turf Moor club had appeared on the verge of appointing Bellamy as their head coach in June, having been granted permission by the Football Association of Wales to enter into talks.However, the 47-year-old opted to remain in charge of the national side, a role he took up in the summer of 2024."I worked two years there and had a good relationship with them," said Bellamy,
  
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• Real Madrid taking no risks with key midfielder’s return after injury; could play 30 mins vs Elche

  15-09-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid taking no risks with key midfielder’s return after injury; could play 30 mins vs ElcheAurelien Tchouameni’s return from an injury layoff is progressing slowly but steadily. According to AS, Real Madrid are taking no chances with the French midfielder as he works his way back to full fitness following a complicated injury.Tchouameni played 11 minutes against Inter Milan last week and another 21 minutes against Rayo Vallecano three days ago. As things stand, he is not expec
  
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