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• McPake puts in statement display for Hearts

  21-08-2026 13:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]Amid the bedlam on the pitch and in the stands, pretty much every Hearts supporter stood to applaud Josh McPake when he was taken off on 73 minutes against Rapid Vienna.The 24-year-old properly announced himself as a Hearts player in the Conference League play-off first leg, having made the switch from St Johnstone after a stellar season in the Championship.McPake was the driving force behind a lot of Hearts' positive attacking play, startingtowards the end of the first half.Three times he
  
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• Roma interested in Gittens, Chelsea not open to loan

  21-08-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma interested in Gittens, Chelsea not open to loanGian Piero Gasperini still wants two new signings. The transfer window has gifted the Grugliasco-based coach Santiago Castro, Kostantinos Koulierakis, Nahuel Molina, and Rodrigo Mora. Another left-back and the usual right-footed winger are still missing. In recent hours, the Malick Fofana option has cooled, and Roma has contacted Chelsea for Jamie Bynoe-Gittens. The 2004-born English winger could represent an option for the attacking midfield a
  
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• Mourinho: “I will always feel something for Roma.”

  21-08-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho: “I will always feel something for Roma.”José Mourinho is starting over at Real Madrid. After 13 years, he’s returned to the Blancos’ bench and is ready to lift the team from the ashes. There are several players in the locker room in need of a “commander,” and the Special One is the right man. During his years roaming Europe, the Portuguese coach also coached Roma. In the capital, he won a trophy, the Conference League, and made his name in the
  
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• Crewe sign Ure and Stephenson on loan

  21-08-2026 16:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kyle Ure is a Scotland Under-21 international [Getty Images]Crewe Alexandra have made a double signing, bringing in Celtic midfielder Kyle Ure on loan, hours after agreeing a similar deal with Brentford defender Josh Stephenson.Ure, 20, is yet to make a first-team breakthrough at Parkhead, but he did spend the 2025-26 season out on loan at Scottish Championship side Aye United, making 18 appearances.He will spend the season with the Alex and is the second Celtic midfielder to leave for an Englis
  
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• Northampton sign striker Opoku from Leicester

  21-08-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nathan Opoku did not make a senior appearance for Leicester City [Getty Images]Northampton Town have signed striker Nathan Opoku from Leicester City for an undisclosed fee.The 25-year-old Ghanaian, who has signed a three-year deal at Sixfields, joined Leicester from Syracuse University in the United States in 2023.Opoku was immediately loaned out to the Foxes' Belgian sister club OH Leuven, where he scored five times. He also spent last season on loan at Newport County, scoring six goals in 30 a
  
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• Argentina's Paredes banned for 10 games

  21-08-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has been given a 10-match ban for the role he played in on-field clashes after his side were beaten 1-0 by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.Fifa's disciplinary committee has also handed his team-mate Nahuel Molina a seven-match suspension.Argentina have also been ordered to play their next two home matches behind closed doors, though one match of that sanction is suspended.The Argentinian Football Association (AFA) has been fined $321,000 (£243,000) fo
  
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• GFFN GUIDE | A note from the editor ahead of Ligue 1’s return

  21-08-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  GFFN GUIDE | A note from the editor ahead of Ligue 1’s returnAt the dawn of another Ligue 1 season, the divide between PSG and the rest has never been so wide. Les Parisiens, in the wake of their maiden Champions League triumph, weren’t expected to be challenged. Lens, in that sense, surprised many. Another challenge, either from Les Sang et Or or from elsewhere, would be welcomed but does not necessarily look forthcoming; the perception of PSG’s invincibility has only been enh
  
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• Gasperini considers starting Dybala-Mora vs Fiorentina

  21-08-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini considers starting Dybala-Mora vs FiorentinaRoma’s league debut is approaching. Gasperini’s men will close out their Serie A opening matchday by hosting Fiorentina at the Stadio Olimpico on Monday evening at 8:45 PM, hoping to get off to a flying start. New signing Rodrigo Mora is an immediate contender for a starting spot. Although he arrived in the capital just a few hours ago, the former Porto player could be deployed alongside Dybala in a 3-4-2-1 formation with Malen as
  
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• Eintracht Frankfurt goalkeeper carousel continues to spin

  21-08-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eintracht Frankfurt goalkeeper carousel continues to spinEintracht Frankfurt’s goalkeeper carousel continues to spin hard. Remarkably, the situation bears more than a passing resemblance to events at almost exactly the same point last summer. SC Freiburg keeper Noah Atubolu has emerged as Eintracht’s preferred solution after the club decided to seek a new No. 1 following a disastrous 7-0 pre-season defeat against Brentford. Get German Football Newsreported last weekend that Frankfurt
  
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• Dragons change up squad for NSL play-off push

  21-08-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LexisNexis Dragons' Reinga Bloxham was named 2026 NSL coach of the season [Getty Images]LexisNexis Dragons have changed almost a third of their squad as they bid to improve on fifth place in Netball Super League (NSL).Head coach Reigna Bloxham has signed New Zealanders Saviour Tui (goal shooter), Holly Mather (centre, wing defence), along with former England Under-21 captain Phoebe Maslen (centre, wing defence).They replace Wales international Phillipa Yarranton who is retiring, South African mi
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona youngster secures permanent move away from club

  21-08-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona youngster secures permanent move away from clubFC Barcelona have officially announced the transfer of Tommy Marques to SC Braga in the Portuguese league. “FC Barcelona and SC Braga have reached an agreement for the transfer of player Tommy Marques. The Club reserves a buy-back option and a percentage of a future sale of the player,” the club statement read.“FC Barcelona wishes Tommy Marques the best of luck in this new stage and thanks him for his dedicatio
  
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• FIFA suspends four players, one official for post-World Cup Final fracas between Argentina, Spain

  21-08-2026 16:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The post-whistle chaos that marred the end of Argentina’s World Cup Final loss to Spain this summer will have big implications for both sides, specifically the runners-up.Argentine players Leandro Paredes, Nahuel Molina, and Thiago Almada plus team official Roberto Ayala have been suspended and fined, while Spain's Gavi also has been punished by FIFA.MORE — World Cup stars who will star in this Premier League seasonThe final whistle had just blown in New Jersey when Paredes grabbed E
  
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• Iraola on transfers, Jones' exit and vice captains

  21-08-2026 16:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Newcastle at St James' Park (kick-off 16:30 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Iraola said he is "excited" for the Premier League's return this weekend and believes he has "good players" who give him a chance to fight for "everything".The Liverpool manager added that, although he would like to add to his squad before the transfer window closes, he "does not spend too much tim
  
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• GFFN GUIDE | Which prospects could break through in Ligue 1 this season?

  21-08-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  GFFN GUIDE | Which prospects could break through in Ligue 1 this season?As part of this season’s GFFN Ligue 1 Guide (found HERE), we look at which young stars could have breakout seasons in France’s top flightSORIBA DIAOUNE (19) FORWARD – LILLE OSCA lasting criticism of Bruno Génésio’s final season in charge of Lille was that Soriba Diaoune saw fairly limited action. Last season, the teenager made 17 appearances across all competitions for the senior team, b
  
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• Chelsea's Essugo made available on loan

  21-08-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Chelsea have made midfielder Dario Essugo available to leave on a season-long loan deal.The 21-year-old signed from Portuguese club Sporting for £18m in 2025 and is now expected to leave on a temporary basis and a move to Strasbourg is the prominent possibility. However, the French club, who share the same American ownership as Chelsea, can only take one more player from Stamford Bridge and are likely to keep that place open until the final days of the transfer window.Chelsea
  
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• Sa to return to goal for Wolves

  21-08-2026 16:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Wolverhampton Wanderers goalkeeper Jose Sa is expected to be in the side for their game against Preston North End on Saturday (15:00 BST).The Portugal international, who has made 170 appearances for the club since signing in 2021, did not feature in either their opening day draw with Blackburn Rovers or their EFL Cup victory over Port Vale.Dan Bentley had been favoured, however, the Englishman has since joined Coventry City, while fellow keeper Sam Johnstone is recovering from a sh
  
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• Argentina star Leandro Paredes handed 10-game ban for sparking World Cup final brawl

  21-08-2026 16:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leandro Paredes has been handed a 10-game ban after Fifa delivered a series of heavy punishments to Argentina following the disgraceful brawl at the conclusion of the World Cup 2026 final against Spain.The Argentina midfielder was seen throwing his opponent Gavi to the ground in a shocking post-match brawl after Spain emerged victorious in the World Cup final.Paredes’ team-mate Nahuel Molina, has been hit with a seven-game, while Argentina coach Roberto Ayala, who was also involved in the
  
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• ⚖️ FIFA ban Paredes for 10 games, fine Gavi after World Cup final

  21-08-2026 16:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ⚖️ FIFA ban Paredes for 10 games, fine Gavi after World Cup finalThe FIFA Disciplinary Committee has officially opened sanctioning proceedings following the serious incidents that took place at the end of the World Cup final.The highest authority in international football has acted firmly to punish the unsporting conduct recorded on the pitch between members of the Spain and Argentina national teams.The disciplinary ruling imposes lengthy suspensions and substantial financial penalt
  
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• 2026 World Cup: Argentina FA fined, four players and one team official suspended for scuffle with Spain after final

  21-08-2026 16:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Things turned ugly following Spain’s 1-0 win over Argentina at the 2026 World Cup final. After the final whistle, a massive scuffle broke out, in which Argentina's Leandro Paredes grabbed Spain's Eric García by the throat. The brawl was eventually broken up, but FIFA quickly announced it would investigate the situation a day after the contest.That investigation concluded Friday, as FIFA announced a number of punishments as a result of the brawl. In a statement, FIFA said the Argenti
  
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• 📲 The Premier League is back: how much do you know? Take our quiz

  21-08-2026 16:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📲 The Premier League is back: how much do you know? Take our quizCLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE QUIZThe wait is over. The Premier League returns today, the most captivating league in the world of football.And to test your knowledge of the new English football season, we've put together a Premier League QUIZ. Click on it and show how much you know about the new campaign.How many questions did you get right? Did you complete them all? Let us know in the comments.This article was translated into
  
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• 📲 Premier League is back: how much do you know? Take our quiz

  21-08-2026 16:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📲 Premier League is back: how much do you know? Take our quizCLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE QUIZThe wait is over. The Premier League is back today, the most exciting league in the world of football.And to test your knowledge ahead of the new English football season, we’ve put together a Premier League QUIZ. Click on it and show how much you know about the new campaign.How many questions did you get right? Did you complete them all? Let us know in the comments.This article was translated
  
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• De Zerbi on captain Van de Ven, Savinho and team news

  21-08-2026 16:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham boss Roberto de Zerbi has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Brentford at Gtech Community Stadium (kick-off 17:30 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Dominic Solanke, James Maddison, Destiny Udogie and Mateus Fernandes are all fit enough to be in the squad for Spurs. However, Micky van de Ven, Pedro Porro and Pape Matar Sarr will miss the game because of injury.De Zerbi has named Van de Ven as his new captain for the 2026-27 campai
  
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• Official | Edmond Tapsoba named new Bayer Leverkusen captain

  21-08-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Edmond Tapsoba named new Bayer Leverkusen captainBayer Leverkusen head coach Carles Martinez has confirmed Edmond Tapsoba as the club’s new captain ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. The Burkina Faso international succeeds Robert Andrich, whose own future at the BayArena remains uncertain. Tapsoba had already worn the armband throughout much of pre-season. Martinez has now made the arrangement permanent. Tapsoba will lead the team.The decision represents another significan
  
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• Falkirk land DC United striker Murrell on two-year deal

  21-08-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jacob Murrell offers "something different" to Falkirk, says manager John McGlynn, after the American striker joined from DC United.Murrell, 22, has signed a two-year deal, with the Bairns holding the option of a further 12 months.He made 65 appearances, the majority as a substitute, for MLS side DC United, scoring four goals."We're delighted to get Jacob in. He's a player we've been aware of for a wee while and one that we feel can bring something different to the group," said manager John McGly
  
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• Maresca on Doku injury, Foden development and a young squad

  21-08-2026 16:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Bournemouth at the Etihad (kick-off 14:00 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Jeremy Doku is the only player who will miss the visit of Bournemouth and he will be out for two or three weeks.Maresca said it is "complicated" to convince players, like Rodri, to stay at the club once they express a wish to leave - as Savinho did since his first day as manager.He noted that, w
  
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• 📸 Our 10 best-looking Ligue 1 shirts this season 🤩

  21-08-2026 16:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Our 10 best-looking Ligue 1 shirts this season 🤩We’re in for a visual treat!Our beloved Ligue 1 makes its big return this Friday night!The perfect opportunity for us to present our 10 most beautiful L1 kits this season.You’ll see, there are some real bangers!PSG - HomeLorient - AwayLe Havre - AwayStade Rennais - AwayLens - AwayStrasbourg - ThirdToulouse - AwayLe Mans - HomeLyon - ThirdMarseille - ThirdWhich one is your favorite?This article was translated into Engli
  
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• Racing Santander coach responds to Real Madrid links with 19-year-old talent: ‘We have to remain oblivious’

  21-08-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Racing Santander coach responds to Real Madrid links with 19-year-old talent: ‘We have to remain oblivious’Real Madrid target Sergio Martinez could hardly have asked for a better start to life in La Liga.The Racing Santander teenager was one of the surprise names in the starting lineup against Villarreal past weekend, and he showed why there is growing interest in his future. On his first appearance in Spain’s top flight, the 19-year-old midfielder scored with a spectacula
  
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• GFFN GUIDE | Much-changed Strasbourg side look to make European return

  21-08-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  GFFN GUIDE | Much-changed Strasbourg side look to make European returnRC Strasbourg Alsace fell short of their objectives last season and have had a summer of transformation. With the manager and the backbone of the side departing, can they get back on track this season under Hugo Oliveira? We look at the state of the Alsace club and their prospects ahead of the season in the GFFN guide (found HERE).KEY MAN Joaquín Panichelli’s return from injury could be one of the m
  
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• Where next for Chelsea's Delap and can he bounce back?

  21-08-2026 15:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Chelsea striker Liam Delap is being allowed to leave the club just 14 months after moving to Stamford Bridge.The 23-year-old was making his Premier League debut for the club at this stage last year after joining from Ipswich Town when his £30m release clause was triggered.Chelsea secured his signature amid competition from Manchester United, Newcastle and Everton but, after scoring just once in the league in the previous campaign, he has been deemed surplus to requirements.So
  
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• Rotherham United v York City

  21-08-2026 15:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Follow live text coverage of Saturday's League One and League Two actionMatch report to appear here.All the latest Rotherham United newsAll the latest York City news
  
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