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• Milan continue Krösche talks as €5-7m release clause emerges

  19-10-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan continue Krösche talks as €5-7m release clause emergesMilan’s talks with Markus Krösche over their vacant Head of Football role are continuing, but the German’s contract with Eintracht Frankfurt could complicate a deal.According to GianlucaDiMarzio.com, citing Sky Sport Deutschland, Milan would have to pay between €5m and €7m to bring Krösche in before summer 2027. Eintracht relieved him of his duties at his own request on Sunday, but his contract,
  
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• Chelsea and Man Utd kick off bumper Saturday of Premier League action

  31-10-2026 12:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea and Man Utd kick off bumper Saturday of Premier League action 2026-10-31T11:02:54ZFirst up, we're off to west London for the latest instalment of 'El Sackico' as the managers of Chelsea and Manchester United face growing pressure ahead of their lunchtime showdown. We'll have the latest line-up choices from Xabi Alonso and Michael Carrick as soon as they land shortly. 2026-10-31T11:00:45ZHello and welcome to our live coverage of Saturday's Premier League action. October is ending with a r
  
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• 📊 France Football reveals Unai Simón's huge winning margin

  31-10-2026 12:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📊 France Football reveals Unai Simón's huge winning marginUnai Simón, goalkeeper for Athletic Club and the Spanish national team, was the clear winner in the vote for best goalkeeper at the 2026 Ballon d’Or.According to the rankings published today by France Football and L’Équipe, the Basque goalkeeper earned 351 points, finishing 128 points ahead of David Raya on 223.Thibaut Courtois rounds out the podium with 77 points, 146 behind Raya. The Belgian secures third place ahead of Matvei
  
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• Thuram eyes France recall as in-form Inter striker targets derby drought

  31-10-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thuram eyes France recall as in-form Inter striker targets derby droughtMarcus Thuram goes into tonight’s derby as Inter’s most important player, and he is hoping to earn a recall to the France squad.According to the Corriere dello Sport, the 29-year-old has stepped up with Lautaro Martínez out injured. He has started all six games since the October international break and has scored in three straight league matches, against Parma, Bologna and Fiorentina. He also forced the first of Venezia
  
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• Man City Starting XI vs Brighton: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

  31-10-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City Starting XI vs Brighton: Confirmed Team News and Predicted LineupMan City vs Brighton: Haaland Return Set to Shape Etihad RematchManchester City go again against Brighton on Saturday, and the headline is straightforward. Erling Haaland is fit, available and expected to lead the line at the Etihad Stadium.That matters, because City needed a response after the 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa ended their perfect start. They got one in midweek. It was not glamorous, but it was necessary. Rotation
  
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• Mirassol boss vents after red card in defeat to Corinthians 👀

  31-10-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mirassol boss vents after red card in defeat to Corinthians 👀Mirassol coach Rafael Guanaes did not hold back in his criticism of the refereeing at halftime during the tense clash against Corinthians at the Neo Química Arena on Matchday 33 of the Brazilian league.The coach's anger earned him a yellow card for dissent and led to a strongly worded remark picked up by Globo reporter Débora Carvalho."If it's going to carry on like this, just give Corinthians the three points now," Guanaes said.G
  
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• De Jong talks Xavi’s Netherlands appointment and difficult Barcelona injury spell: ‘Was a little surprised’

  31-10-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  De Jong talks Xavi’s Netherlands appointment and difficult Barcelona injury spell: ‘Was a little surprised’In a recent interview with Dutch broadcaster NOS (h/t Mundo Deportivo), Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong revealed that club legend Xavi Hernandez called him prior to being appointed as the new Netherlands manager.The pair, who worked together during Xavi’s time as the Barcelona manager, will reunite during the upcoming international window after De Jong missed the previous break
  
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• Milan’s Moreira: ‘An honour to wear Kaká’s No 22, I’d die for my team in the derby’

  31-10-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan’s Moreira: ‘An honour to wear Kaká’s No 22, I’d die for my team in the derby’Diego Moreira says it is an honour to wear Kaká’s No 22 shirt, and he is ready to give everything in his first Derby della Madonnina tonight.According to MilanNews, the Belgian winger spoke to DAZN for its “Remember the Name” series ahead of Milan’s clash with Inter at San Siro, which kicks off at 20:45 CET [19:45 GMT].“I wanted the No 7 when I arrived. When I found out it was available I cou
  
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• Star owed to Andoni Iraola: Julian Ward must agree deal or upset Liverpool boss

  31-10-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Star owed to Andoni Iraola: Julian Ward must agree deal or upset Liverpool bossOne brilliant star is now owed to Andoni Iraola. Julian Ward must agree a deal or he’ll upset the Liverpool boss.Andoni Iraola has had a good start to life as Liverpool boss. The Reds have only lost once and it came after a red card against Manchester City.So all in all, things look positive under the new head coach. And that's despite Liverpool not actually making things easy for him from the get-go.This squad, aft
  
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• Barcelona dressing room sends a message of calm after PSG and Real Madrid defeats

  31-10-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona dressing room sends a message of calm after PSG and Real Madrid defeatsAccording to The Athletic (h/t SPORT), Barcelona are determined not to let the defeats against Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid affect their season going forward.After an impressive start to the campaign, the 4-2 Champions League loss to PSG and the 2-1 defeat in El Clasico have prompted concerns over the team’s defensive frailties and physical condition.However, the message within the dressing room after the b
  
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• Arsenal facing major injury concern ahead of Liverpool clash

  31-10-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal facing major injury concern ahead of Liverpool clashLiverpool v Arsenal: Team News, Injuries and Key Calls Ahead of Anfield ClashSunday at Anfield brings a proper Premier League test. Liverpool host Arsenal, and both sides arrive with injury questions, selection headaches and little margin for error.Arsenal have at least had some encouragement on the fitness front. Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Riccardo Calafiori, Declan Rice and Christos Tzolis are back in training ahead of the trip t
  
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• 🚨 Breaking: medical update on Valencia's goalkeepers

  31-10-2026 11:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Breaking: medical update on Valencia's goalkeepersValencia CF goalkeeper Kayne Van Oevelen suffered a sprain in his right knee during Friday's training session at the Ciudad Deportiva de Paterna, Valencia have confirmed.  "The Valencia goalkeeper will undergo medical treatment, physiotherapy and rehabilitation at the Ciudad Deportiva until his condition improves," the club explains.Stole Dimitrieveski's presumed backup has yet to make his competitive debut for Valencia.This article was tr
  
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• Fabian Hurzeler Issues Brighton and Hove Albion Fitness Update Ahead of Manchester City Premier League Clash

  31-10-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabian Hurzeler Issues Brighton and Hove Albion Fitness Update Ahead of Manchester City Premier League ClashThe Seagulls return to Manchester three days after losing 4-3 on penalties in the Carabao Cup, a result that sent Enzo Maresca's side through to a home tie against Bradford City in the next round.Maresca confirmed on Friday that his whole squad is available for the league fixture apart from Antoine Semenyo, who was ruled out for around eight weeks with a knee injury against Ipswich Town an
  
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• De Jong, Adeyemi start in a 4-2-3-1: How Barcelona can line up against Alaves

  31-10-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  De Jong, Adeyemi start in a 4-2-3-1: How Barcelona can line up against AlavesAfter tasting consecutive defeats against PSG and Real Madrid last week, Barcelona will be raring to get back on track and produce a strong reaction when they take on Deportivo Alaves later tonight at the Spotify Camp Nou.The Blaugrana remain at the top of the La Liga table, but their lead has reduced as a consequence of their 1-2 El Clasico loss last weekend.Atletico Madrid, currently in second place, are only two poin
  
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• The Chelsea-Manchester United combined XI ⚔️

  31-10-2026 10:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Chelsea-Manchester United combined XI ⚔️Now that's a strong XI!The Premier League weekend kicks off this Saturday at 1:30 pm with a heavyweight clash: Chelsea vs Manchester United. The Blues need to bounce back from their crushing defeat at Tottenham, while United must recover from back-to-back thrashings at Como and against Bournemouth.To mark the occasion, we've put together a combined XI from the two teams. We've only included available players; otherwise, Joao Pedro, Reece James, Uga
  
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• Chelsea vs Man United: Match Preview, Latest Team News and Score Prediction

  31-10-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea vs Man United: Match Preview, Latest Team News and Score PredictionChelsea vs Manchester United: Team News, Predicted Line-ups and Why Pressure Is Mounting on Michael CarrickManchester United head to Stamford Bridge with their manager under pressure and their season already wobbling. That is the simple version. Michael Carrick survived the fallout from a limp 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth, a result that left United down in 16th and raised fresh questions over whether the club still beli
  
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• Udinese vs. Roma probable line-ups and where to watch

  31-10-2026 10:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Udinese vs. Roma probable line-ups and where to watchDonyell Malen leads the line for Roma as Gian Piero Gasperini’s side visit Udinese, with Paulo Dybala still out. Nicolò Zaniolo faces his former club for the Bianconeri.It kicks off at 18:00 CET [17:00 GMT] at the Bluenergy Stadium, with Fabio Maresca refereeing.Roma are third on 21 points and still unbeaten in Serie A. They beat Cagliari 4-2 at the Olimpico on Tuesday, with Lulli, Niccolò Pisilli, Rodrigo Mora and Malen all scoring. Malen
  
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• Three well-known players you did not play for Barcelona and Alaves

  31-10-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three well-known players you did not play for Barcelona and AlavesBarcelona and Deportivo Alaves meet in La Liga with very different ambitions, but their histories share an interesting connection through several players who have represented both clubs. While Barcelona’s identity is closely associated with its illustrious history and La Masia academy, Alaves have built their reputation through memorable challenges against Spanish football’s biggest sides.The connection between the clubs stre
  
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• Real Madrid emerge as clear favourites to sign Manchester United wonderkid as Barcelona and PSG fall behind

  31-10-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid emerge as clear favourites to sign Manchester United wonderkid as Barcelona and PSG fall behindReal Madrid have been linked with a potential move for Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel for quite some time now.The club have been working to secure the signature of the 16-year-old, who is pushing for a move away from the English club.Now, according to Diario SPORT, Los Blancos have emerged as the clear favourites to sign the English youngster.Gabriel is said to have rejected PSG’s
  
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• Aston Villa to take legal action against Jamie Carragher over 'unacceptable insults'

  31-10-2026 10:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa are preparing to sue Jamie Carragher over comments he made about the club and its supporters.The row centres on remarks the former Liverpool defender delivered on the Stick to Football podcast, where the prospect of Unai Emery replacing Michael Carrick at Old Trafford was under discussion.Carragher had suggested Emery should consider taking the Manchester United job, and criticism followed.His response to Villa fans who criticised him was to tell them to “shut the f*** up”.The 48
  
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• Stewart caught in Swansea rules limbo - gossip

  31-10-2026 10:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ross Stewart's lack of game time with Swansea City is explained as Rangers reportedly want Lyall Cameron in their first-team squad after his season with Dundee United.Scotland striker Ross Stewart has been left in limbo at Swansea City as manager Vitor Matos was not aware of the English Football League's rules on homegrown players, which excludes Scots and therefore has limited the 30-year-old's appearances. (The Scotsman)Scotland striker Tommy Conway is relishing his new role on the left-wing u
  
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• Alexis Mac Allister provides Liverpool contract update

  31-10-2026 10:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alexis Mac Allister provides Liverpool contract updateAlexis Mac Allister Future Remains Open as Liverpool Contract Talks StallAlexis Mac Allister has offered fresh clarity on his Liverpool future, while underlining that his contract situation remains unresolved despite another strong spell at Anfield.The Argentina midfielder is tied to Liverpool until 2028, yet there has still been no movement on improved terms. That has kept attention on his long term future, particularly after he previously a
  
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• Numbers show 32-year-old star’s growing importance to Real Madrid under Jose Mourinho after a slow start

  31-10-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Numbers show 32-year-old star’s growing importance to Real Madrid under Jose Mourinho after a slow startReal Madrid have seen their performances improve in recent weeks following Jose Mourinho’s tactical tweaks.The team looks much better organised defensively and has also gained more balance and control in midfield following the changes.One player who is helping Madrid achieve that control, especially in midfield, is Portuguese midfielder Bernardo Silva.A remarkable statistic helps underline
  
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• Milan vs Inter: probable line-ups and where to watch on TV

  31-10-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan vs Inter: probable line-ups and where to watch on TVAdrien Rabiot, Mario Gila and Diego Moreira are back for Milan vs Inter, while Marcus Thuram and Pio Esposito lead Inter’s attack in tonight’s Derby della Madonnina.It kicks off at 20:45 CET [19:45 GMT] at San Siro, with Marco Guida refereeing.The two sides arrive in very different moods. Milan suffered their first league defeat of the season on Wednesday, losing 4-2 at home to Bologna. Alphadjo Cissé scored twice in the first half,
  
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• Barcelona youth target expected to join Real Madrid after rejecting PSG’s latest offer – report

  31-10-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona youth target expected to join Real Madrid after rejecting PSG’s latest offer – reportReal Madrid are reportedly closing in on the signing of Manchester United youngster JJ Gabriel, with Barcelona deciding against competing financially for the highly rated teenager. According to SPORT, the Madrid giants have emerged as the preferred destination after Paris Saint-Germain failed to convince the player’s camp with their latest proposal and Bayern Munich dropped out of the race.The 1
  
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• ‘I could have taken eight players off at half-time’ – Franck Haise laments Rennes’ performance in 5-2 away loss to Nice

  31-10-2026 10:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘I could have taken eight players off at half-time’ – Franck Haise laments Rennes’ performance in 5-2 away loss to NiceFranck Haise’s homecoming to former club OGC Nice didn’t go as planned as his Rennes side has been comprehensively beaten by Olivier Pantaloni’s Aiglons. OGC Nice centre-forward Elye Wahi logged a hat-trick. Jonathan Clauss and Mohamed Amoura also found the back of the net for the hosts. Although France international goalkeeper Brice Samba missed out due to an inju
  
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• Arsenal winger faces final fitness test before Liverpool trip

  31-10-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal winger faces final fitness test before Liverpool tripNoni Madueke still has a chance of facing Liverpool on Sunday, with Arsenal set to make a late call on the winger who has an ankle injury.Photo by Carl Recine/Getty ImagesNoni Madueke could still feature for Arsenal against Liverpool on Sunday, with Mikel Arteta refusing to rule the winger out ahead of the club’s final training session.Madueke missed the Carabao Cup defeat at Fleetwood with an ankle problem, but a decision on his ava
  
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• Lamine Yamal’s Ballon d’Or vote count revealed after third-place finish

  31-10-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamine Yamal’s Ballon d’Or vote count revealed after third-place finishLamine Yamal finished third in the 2026 Ballon d’Or standings, and the voting figures released by France Football have offered a clear picture of just how competitive the race was. As revealed, the Barcelona forward collected 881 points, finishing behind Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe and eventual winner Harry Kane.The 19-year-old had entered the ceremony in London as one of the leading contenders for football’s most
  
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• Germany icon Lothar Matthaus launches scathing attack on Real Madrid star: ‘He is the problem’

  31-10-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany icon Lothar Matthaus launches scathing attack on Real Madrid star: ‘He is the problem’Real Madrid have experienced a significant improvement under Jose Mourinho in recent weeks, and this has coincided with Vinicius Jr.’s absence.The Brazilian missed the 2-1 Clasico victory over Barcelona through suspension and still has two more La Liga games to serve before he returns to action.Now, speaking to German publication BILD, former Ballon d’Or winner Lothar Matthaus believes Vinicius
  
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• Report: Manchester United interested in move for Barcelona star

  31-10-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Manchester United interested in move for Barcelona starMan United Eye Fermin Lopez as January Transfer Plans Take ShapeManchester United are exploring the market for extra attacking quality, with Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez among the players of interest as the club reassesses its options ahead of the next transfer window. According to Daily Mail, United have shown an interest in the Spain international while dealing with a major injury concern in their forward line.The 23-year-old
  
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