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• Mourinho says he agreed to replace Ferguson at Man Utd

  10-08-2026 01:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho has spoken about why he decided not to succeed Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United [Getty Images]After years of speculation, Jose Mourinho has confirmed that he agreed to replace Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United in 2013, before changing his mind and re-joining Chelsea instead."When I left Real Madrid, I signed to go to Manchester United after Sir Alex," the 63-year-old coach - now back at Real for a second spell - said in a new Netflix documentary series about his career."
  
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• Premier League sides join Roma for Luis Henrique as Inter chase Jones

  15-08-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League sides join Roma for Luis Henrique as Inter chase JonesInter are keen to sell Luis Henrique in order to fund a move for Curtis Jones, with Premier League clubs now joining Roma in the race for the Brazilian.According to Corriere dello Sport, the sale of Davide Frattesi to Lazio freed a midfield spot but did not bring in the resources Inter had hoped, after the deal was recalibrated to a €5m loan, rather than the €1m initially envisaged, with a €10m option.To give the
  
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• 'Thrilling game but we can't go on defending like this'

  15-08-2026 10:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Kilmarnock fans, we asked for your views after Friday night's League Cup win over Ayr United to secure a spot in the quarter-finals. Here's what some of you had to say: James: It was all about the result and we managed to win. Three great finishes for the goals but we're conceding too many soft goals. Both Ayr goals came from careless passes from us. The last twenty minutes was all Killie and on balance I think we deserved to win. Michael Schjonning-Larsen was excellent and took his goal su
  
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• Exit-bound Barcelona star immortalised with special World Cup mural in his hometown

  15-08-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Exit-bound Barcelona star immortalised with special World Cup mural in his hometownFerran Torres may be preparing for a new chapter away from Barcelona, but his extraordinary World Cup achievement continues to attract accolades.The Spaniard etched his name in football folklore forever with his winning goal for La Roja against Argentina in the final.A huge mural dedicated to the 26-year-old has been unveiled at the local sports centre, commemorating his decisive contribution to Spain’s Worl
  
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• A midfielder looks to be on his way out of Manchester City which is a shame

  15-08-2026 10:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A midfielder looks to be on his way out of Manchester City which is a shameWhen Manchester City signed Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan last summer, it seemed like the Dutch midfielder would become a mainstay of City’s midfield. Reijnders arrived at City fresh off being named the best midfielder in Serie A for the 2024-25 season. The Dutch international was in the prime of his career. He seemed poised to make the step up to become an elite midfielder. However, that isn’t what transpir
  
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• Frattesi on Lazio return: ‘I needed to feel at the centre of a project’

  15-08-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Frattesi on Lazio return: ‘I needed to feel at the centre of a project’Davide Frattesi has completed a move to Lazio that he describes as a return home, joining the club where he spent his boyhood.According to Gianluca Di Marzio, the deal was finalised after a brief hold-up over bureaucratic issues, with Lazio and Inter agreeing a paid loan worth €5m, an option to buy set at €10m plus bonuses, and a 50% sell-on clause in the Nerazzurri’s favour.Speaking to Lazio&rsquo
  
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• Romero reflects on Spurs stay as Atletico move confirmed

  15-08-2026 10:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cristian Romero (right) attended Tottenham's final game of last season after a backlash from fans and former players [Getty Images]Cristian Romero says he "wasn't perfect" during his five years with Tottenham Hotspur, with his move to Atletico Madrid confirmed.The La Liga side have paid £34.2m for the 28-year-old Argentina centre-back, who has joined on a five-year deal.Romero's last game for Tottenham was against Sunderland in April, when he left the field in tears with a knee injury that
  
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• Simone Inzaghi opens up on Joao Cancelo’s Barcelona links: ‘It’s a matter for the board’

  15-08-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Simone Inzaghi opens up on Joao Cancelo’s Barcelona links: ‘It’s a matter for the board’Barcelona continue to monitor Joao Cancelo’s situation at Al-Hilal, with the Portuguese international’s future taking another interesting turn ahead of the new season.The full-back remains in Saudi Arabia as he waits for a possible exit to be resolved, while Barcelona continue to explore ways of bringing him back to the club.It is known that Hansi Flick considers Cancelo a
  
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• Report: Liverpool fans might not have to wait much longer for Bradley Barcola deal

  15-08-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool fans might not have to wait much longer for Bradley Barcola dealBradley Barcola to Liverpool: PSG Winger Deal Accelerates as Transfer Window Enters Key StageLiverpool’s summer has drifted through periods of uncertainty, delay and growing noise around multiple attacking situations, but there is now a clear sense that one strand of the market may be moving quickly. According to Le Parisien, Paris Saint-Germain have reached an agreement with Ajax for Belgian winger Mika Godt
  
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• Report: Arsenal are one of the clubs considering move for world-class striker

  15-08-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal are one of the clubs considering move for world-class strikerArsenal Transfer News: Victor Osimhen Remains Under Discussion Amid Striker SearchVictor Osimhen continues to feature in internal conversations at Arsenal, with Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United also weighing up the numbers, according to TeamTalk. At this stage, though, there is a clear distinction between admiration and action.The central detail is that “no formal bids or advanced negotiations have taken pl
  
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• Is there a real chance that a key new signing for Manchester City will start against Arsenal?

  15-08-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Is there a real chance that a key new signing for Manchester City will start against Arsenal?Manchester City take on Arsenal tomorrow at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff in the FA Community Shield. The match is the annual curtain raiser between the Premier League champions and FA Cup holders. Enzo Maresca revealed yesterday that he has a full squad to choose from for the match outside of Rodri. However, there is uncertainty surrounding the makeup of Manchester City’s midfield for the ma
  
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• Real Madrid loanee makes Fiorentina debut; reveals key area he wants to improve in

  15-08-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid loanee makes Fiorentina debut; reveals key area he wants to improve inReal Madrid have loaned out talented 19-year-old Franco Mastantuono to Fiorentina for the rest of the season.Los Blancos signed the talented Argentine attacker from River Plate at the beginning of last season, but he faded away after a bright start.He initially established himself on the right wing before a pubalgia problem disrupted his momentum.Changes on the bench in terms of managers also made it difficult for
  
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• Balikwisha set to leave Celtic with three clubs interested - gossip

  15-08-2026 09:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michel-Ange Balikwisha is poised to leave Celtic as the forward is a casualty of manager Martin O'Neill's tactical approach, with Monza, Basel and Elversberg having scouted the 25-year-old. (Sacha Tavolieri on X)Celtic midfielder Arne Engels has agreed terms on a five-year contract with West Ham United after the clubs settled on a £22m fee for the 22-year-old Belgium international. (Sky Sports)The £22m fee agreed between Celtic and West Ham United will shatter the English Championshi
  
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• Hansi Flick makes major Eric Garcia decision ahead of new Barcelona season

  15-08-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick makes major Eric Garcia decision ahead of new Barcelona seasonBarcelona do not have long left before the 2026-27 season kicks off officially, and they still have the Joan Gamper Trophy against Al Ahly left.That game, scheduled for 19 August, will give fans the first glimpse of the entire first-team squad at Flick’s disposal this pre-season.The expectation is that this squad will also include Spanish midfielder Rodri, with the 30-year-old nearing a move to the Catalan club.The G
  
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• Why Michaely Bihina is the keeper making waves at Wafcon

  15-08-2026 09:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michaely Bihina has kept three clean sheets in five matches at Wafcon 2026 [FECAFOOT/FACEBOOK]One name has become the toast of Cameroon following her heroics at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon).Some in the Central African nation are already calling for a statue to built in honour of Michaely Bihina after her incredible performances which have helped the Indomitable Lionesses return to the final for the first time since 2016.The young goalkeeper has been one of the stars of the tou
  
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• United v Milan! Onefootball streams the giants' friendly live

  15-08-2026 09:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  United v Milan! Onefootball streams the giants' friendly liveThe countdown is on: just a few days before the official kickoff of the new Premier League and Serie A seasons, football fans are in for a real treat.Today, Saturday, August 15, 2026, two of Europe’s greatest traditional clubs go head-to-head: Manchester United take on AC Milan!When the ball gets rolling at 4:45 PM, it will be about far more than just a simple warm-up. For both head coaches, this tough test is the final gauge of
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool's plans for 'exceptional' attacker

  15-08-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool's plans for 'exceptional' attackerLiverpool's attack is one of their main problem areas at the moment. Mohamed Salah is gone and, since Hugo Ekitike doesn't have a return date set in stone yet, their depth is a bit weak.This has made Liverpool's attack, which was one of their strongest assets under Jurgen Klopp, feel like it's nowhere near that of their rivals.Of course, this wasn't helped by the lack of form that Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak were in last s
  
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• Barcelona ‘on the verge’ of completing World Cup winner’s signing, a matter of ‘hours’

  15-08-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona ‘on the verge’ of completing World Cup winner’s signing, a matter of ‘hours’In a breaking report, Spanish journalist Matteo Moretto brings to light that Barcelona’s signing of Rodri is on the verge of being completed.After days of long negotiations, rejected offers, and deep internal debate for the Catalans, the news comes as a massive update and a sign that they are on the right track.While Barcelona have been cautious with their approach to the pla
  
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• Premier League clubs looking to EFL for next Semenyo & Eze

  15-08-2026 09:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The rises of Antoine Semenyo and Eberechi Eze shows the value of EFL development [Getty Images]When Manchester City paid £12.5m to sign Jeremy Monga from Leicester City last month, they were not alone in wanting one of English football's most highly rated teenagers.Arsenal also coveted the 17-year-old winger, but City won the battle for a player who joined Leicester aged eight and has already broken records in senior football.Monga became Leicester's second-youngest Premier League player i
  
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• Surreal scenes in Argentina, tensions high and the day's 5️⃣ stories

  15-08-2026 09:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Surreal scenes in Argentina, tensions high and the day's 5️⃣ storiesxxxx⏳ There’s a deadline in the Rodri dealAll the journalists covering Rodri’s possible move to FC Barcelona agree that the deal could be resolved in the coming days.Matteo Moretto says Barça will close it with City for more than €70 million, while Sport talks about the player wearing blaugrana at the Gamper.🇦🇷 Cuti Romero, new Atleti playerAtleti have started Saturday i
  
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• Report: Man City set to receive third bid from Barcelona for Rodri

  15-08-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Man City set to receive third bid from Barcelona for RodriRodri to Barcelona latest as Manchester City stand firm on £70m valuationManchester City’s summer midfield plans appear to be reaching a decisive point, with TheIndependent reporting that Barcelona remain short of the asking price for Rodri. The Spanish champions are said to be preparing a third offer, worth around £60m, but that still leaves them £10m below City’s valuation of the midfielder.From Cit
  
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• 🚨 Official: an Argentina stalwart signs for Atlético de Madrid

  15-08-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: an Argentina stalwart signs for Atlético de MadridThe perfect club for him?Expected for several days, Cristian Romero’s transfer was officially confirmed this Saturday morning.The Argentine defender is therefore leaving Tottenham to sign with Atlético Madrid. Los Colchoneros reportedly spent 40 million euros to secure his services.At 28, the Argentine world champion will now discover a new league and, above all, Diego Simeone’s method, which seems pe
  
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• 🚨 Official: Cuti Romero is now an Atlético de Madrid player

  15-08-2026 09:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: Cuti Romero is now an Atlético de Madrid playerAtlético de Madrid officially announced, on Saturday morning, the signing of Cristian Romero from Tottenham. He has signed a contract until 2031.Cuti arrives for 40 million euros (33 fixed and 7 in variables), according to Marca and Fabrizio Romano.A long-standing target of Cholo Simeone to strengthen Atlético’s back line, Romero arrives after playing 156 matches in England following spells at Belgrano,
  
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• Jose Mourinho pushing players physically in training with two sessions a day

  15-08-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho pushing players physically in training with two sessions a dayReal Madrid’s physical fitness has been a matter of serious concern in recent times and has not shown any signs of improvement despite changing managers.At the time when Los Blancos got knocked out of the UEFA Champions League by Arsenal two seasons ago, there was a shocking metric that came to light which highlighted that Real Madrid ran a staggering 12.7km less than the Premier League side.That aspect of their ga
  
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• Barcelona believe World Cup winner’s transfer could be completed this time next week – report

  15-08-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona believe World Cup winner’s transfer could be completed this time next week – reportBarcelona seem to have made significant progress in the long-running Rodri operation, with the club edging closer to an agreement with Manchester City.The club have been in negotiations with the English side for around 10 days now, hoping to agree a transfer fee for the 30-year-old.Rodri has been very clear about a return to Spain this summer, and Barça eventually beat Real Madrid to t
  
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• The image that Enzo Maresca will paint at Manchester City will be vastly different from Pep Guardiola’s vision

  15-08-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The image that Enzo Maresca will paint at Manchester City will be vastly different from Pep Guardiola’s visionFor the past decade, every aspect of Manchester City has been shaped in some way by Pep Guardiola. Guardiola’s influence on the club, which he turned into the dominant force in English football, was profound. The players that City signed had to play the Guardiola way. Access to the City first team was restricted as Guardiola attempted to protect his players as much as possibl
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool ‘getting closer’ to signing world-class forward

  15-08-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool ‘getting closer’ to signing world-class forwardLiverpool Transfer News: Bradley Barcola Deal Edges Closer as £125m Package Takes ShapeLiverpool’s summer has carried an uneasy rhythm, long on expectation and short on decisive movement, yet there now appears to be genuine progress on the deal that could define the window. According to Nicolo Schira on X, Bradley Barcola is moving closer to Anfield in a package worth £125m, a figure that would mat
  
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• A key general has returned to Manchester City but for how long?

  15-08-2026 08:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A key general has returned to Manchester City but for how long?Rodri has returned to Manchester City. Spain’s World Cup-winning captain has completed his holidays after leading his country to their second World Cup triumph. Rodri also underwent minor back surgery after the World Cup ended. While Rodri has returned to City, the biggest question seems to be for how long considering that Barcelona are pushing to sign Manchester City’s midfield general.Enzo Maresca was happy to see Rodri
  
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• ‘Watch out for Real Madrid’ – Stuttgart superstar linked with surprise summer move

  15-08-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘Watch out for Real Madrid’ – Stuttgart superstar linked with surprise summer moveReal Madrid’s search for a new midfielder could still produce a surprise before the summer transfer window closes, with Stuttgart star Angelo Stiller once again being linked with a possible move to the Santiago Bernabeu.The Real Madrid squad for the 2026/27 season is yet to be fully settled, and Jose Mourinho is still keen to add another midfielder to his options.The situation has become mor
  
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• Atletico Madrid surprised by claims they encouraged Julian Alvarez to publicly seek Barcelona transfer

  15-08-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid surprised by claims they encouraged Julian Alvarez to publicly seek Barcelona transferAtletico Madrid are said to be surprised by suggestions that the club played any role in encouraging Julian Alvarez to publicly speak about his desire to leave.During the World Cup, the Argentine forward made his position clear while speculation surrounding a possible move to Barcelona continued to grow, stating, “The best thing for everyone is a transfer; I want to fulfil my dream,&r
  
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