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• Monaco’s Pape Cabral rejects Al-Ahli move

  05-09-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Monaco’s Pape Cabral rejects Al-Ahli movePape Cabral (19) has rejected the chance to join Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli, as per a report from Sacha Tavolieri.Cabral extended his contract at formative club AS Monaco over the summer and he was touted as a potential breakthrough star this season. However, he has yet to come on for Filipe Luís’ side and then, ahead of Friday night’s game against Paris Saint-Germain, he was heavily linked with a move to the Gulf. Having faile
  
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• 🚨 Hoffenheim-Dortmund XIs: Sabitzer benched, wonderkid starts!

  05-09-2026 14:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Hoffenheim-Dortmund XIs: Sabitzer benched, wonderkid starts!Hoffenheim and Borussia Dortmund face off on Matchday 2 of the Bundesliga after Kovac’s side won last week and following TSG’s defeat to Cologne.
  HOFFENHEIM XIBORUSSIA DORTMUND XISabitzer is on the bench. Filippo Mané starts.This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
  
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• Serie A Liveblog: Fiorentina vs. Torino, Inter vs. Napoli, Roma vs. Atalanta

  05-09-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A Liveblog: Fiorentina vs. Torino, Inter vs. Napoli, Roma vs. AtalantaThis page will update live with the latest relevant news, no need to refresh the page!Join us for all the build-up and action as it happens from Saturday’s Serie A matches as struggling Fiorentina host winless Torino, reigning champions Inter take on Massimiliano Allegri whilst Roma and Atalanta go head to head at the Stadio Olimpico.We get underway with Fiorentina vs. Torino at 14.00 BST, followed by Inter vs. Nap
  
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• Lewis Steele names two Liverpool transfers to watch out for in 2027

  05-09-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lewis Steele names two Liverpool transfers to watch out for in 2027Liverpool Interest in Lamine Camara and Yankuba Minteh Raises 2027 QuestionsLiverpool have barely closed the book on one transfer window and attention is already turning towards Lamine Camara and Yankuba Minteh.Speaking to Dave Davis on Anfield Index’s Media Matters, Lewis Steele discussed reports linking Liverpool with both players for future windows, while warning how quickly transfer plans can change.The most intriguing
  
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• Kylian Mbappe’s penalty problem exposed after Real Madrid defeat to Betis

  05-09-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappe’s penalty problem exposed after Real Madrid defeat to BetisKylian Mbappe’s blistering start to the season has already hit its first bump, with the Real Madrid forward’s missed penalty against Real Betis exposing an area of his game that has historically been less reliable.Mbappe had given Madrid fans plenty of reasons for optimism in the opening weeks. He scored a hat-trick against Real Sociedad before finding the net again against Malaga, making it four goal
  
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• 🚨 Torino v Fiorentina line-ups: Perri and Njie start, Simeone OUT 😳

  05-09-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Torino v Fiorentina line-ups: Perri and Njie start, Simeone OUT 😳Serie A Saturday gets underway with Torino-Fiorentina, the 3 p.m. kickoff. At the Olimpico Grande Torino, the points at stake are hugely important. After changing a lot over the summer - especially Fiorentina - and starting again with two new coaches, both teams have begun in the worst possible way, with two defeats in as many matches.Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for j
  
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• 🚨 Torino v Fiorentina line-ups: Perri and Njie start, Beto and Vlasic...

  05-09-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Torino v Fiorentina line-ups: Perri and Njie start, Beto and Vlasic...Serie A Saturday gets underway with Torino-Fiorentina, the 3 PM kickoff. At the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino, the points up for grabs are hugely important. After making major changes in the summer — especially Fiorentina — and starting over with two new coaches, both teams have begun in the worst possible way, with two defeats in as many matches.Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFoot
  
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• 💪 Never seen before: VfB stars break club record!

  05-09-2026 14:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💪 Never seen before: VfB stars break club record!Offensive records are talked about a lot, often, and with great enthusiasm — and usually the players involved are naturally operating up front, in the number ten role, or on the wings.In Friday night’s opening matchday game between VfB Stuttgart and FC Cologne (final score: 4–1), however, it was two Swabian defenders who shone in attack! In fact, they did so well that they set a club record.Maxi Mittelstädt and Josha
  
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• Costacurta believes two Serie A sides will surprise a few in the Champions League

  05-09-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Costacurta believes two Serie A sides will surprise a few in the Champions LeagueAlessandro Costacurta has given his predictions ahead of the start of the Champions League, believes that one of six or seven sides are able to win it, including Inter, and that Como are set to be the surprise package of this season’s competition.Costacurta tips Inter and Como for Champions League success in 2026-27The legendary former Milan defender and Sky Sport Italia regular shared his thoughts ahead of th
  
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• Hughes steps down as Liverpool sporting director

  05-09-2026 13:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  \n\nRichard Hughes joined Liverpool as sporting director in June 2024 [Getty Images]\nLiverpool sporting director Richard Hughes has stepped down and is set to join Saudi side Al Hilal.Hughes had only been at the club since June 2024, after moving from a similar position at Bournemouth, and his exit had been expected with his contract set to expire in June 2027.In the summer he oversaw a transfer spend of about £200m, including the signing of Bradley Barcola from Paris St-Germain."I'll alw
  
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• Mourinho’s decision to substitute Real Madrid’s best player vs Real Betis sparks confusion

  05-09-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho’s decision to substitute Real Madrid’s best player vs Real Betis sparks confusionArda Guler’s substitution in Real Madrid’s 0-1 defeat to Real Betis looked strange from the outside, and the numbers make the decision even harder to understand.According to AS, the Turkish international was Real Madrid’s leading chance-creator at La Cartuja, producing seven opportunities for his teammates. He was also the second-best outfield player for ball recoveries, w
  
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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 trail Bournemouth in early PL kick off

  05-09-2026 13:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle trail Bournemouth in early PL kick off2026-09-05T11:42:08ZGOAL! BOURNEMOUTH LEAD!Marcus Tavernier fires the visitors in front. A well-worked Bournemouth move and Tavernier catches out his marker to fire home from close range.Newcastle 0-1 Bournemouth 2026-09-05T11:36:29ZCHANCE!A free-kick for Bournemouth in the opening few minutes. Tavernier attempts to roll it into the net but Horníček makes a comfortable save.Newcastle 0-0 Bournemouth 2026-09-05T11:32:17ZKICK OF
  
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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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