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• Newcastle, Liverpool and England legend Keegan dies

  20-07-2026 16:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75, seven weeks after he revealed he had been diagnosed with stage four cancer, his family have confirmed.One of English football's most decorated players, Keegan enjoyed spells at Scunthorpe United, Liverpool, Hamburg, Southampton and Newcastle during an illustrious playing career.He later went on to manage Newcastle, Fulham, England and Manchester City.Keegan revealed he had stage four cancer in June, which is the most adva
  
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• Eckert free to stay as Southampton boss as Spygate ban suspended

  07-10-2026 17:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  Tonda Eckert is free to continue as Southampton manager after being given a suspended ban for his role in the Spygate scandal.A Football Association (FA) independent regulatory commission handed the German a six-week ban from all football, but suspended it until the end of next season.Eckert has also been given a £28,000 fine and a reprimand. But both he and his club will be hugely relieved he has not received the kind of lengthy ban that could have cost him his job.The FA charged Eckert i
  
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• Mourinho devises new strategy to help Real Madrid control games – report

  07-10-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  Mourinho devises new strategy to help Real Madrid control games – reportJose Mourinho is looking for solutions to Real Madrid’s problems, and the extended international break has given him time to analyse the team in depth. Now, according to Defensa Central, one of the conclusions from his assessment concerns Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde, Bernardo Silva and Arda Guler, the players Mourinho believes should be central to the team’s football.Although they operate in differen
  
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• Man City icon David Silva comes out of retirement as he announces shock move

  07-10-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  Former Manchester City playmaker David Silva is returning to football after ending his retirement to play in the Hong KongPremier League.The ex-Spain midfielder, 40, has signed for newly-promoted Supreme Sha Tin, reportedly on a short-term deal.Silva won the World Cup with Spain in 2010 and also lifted the European Championship trophy on two occasions in 2008 and 2012. He earned 125 caps for his country, scoring 35 goals.His 10 seasons with City brought four Premier League titles and two FA Cups
  
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• Out of retirement: David Silva announces return to professional football

  07-10-2026 16:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  Out of retirement: David Silva announces return to professional footballManchester City and Spain legend David Silva has officially announced his surprising return to the pitch, confirming that he is coming out of retirement. A short-term adventure in AsiaAt 40, the gifted midfielder has signed a short-term deal to join Supreme Sha Tin, a team competing in the Hong Kong Premier League. The arrival of the legendary midfielder promises an enormous impact on Asian football, both on the pitch and in
  
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• Can Hibs help Rabbi Matondo rediscover his Cercle Brugge days?

  07-10-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Can Hibs help Rabbi Matondo rediscover his Cercle Brugge days?Rabbi Matondo is reportedly set to sign a contract with Hibs. The former Rangers winger had been a free agent since leaving Norwegian side Brann and now looks set for a new home. Once a highly rated youngster, the 26-year-old has struggled to live up to the hype. However, there was one club where Matondo made a name for himself. This club was Cercle Brugge. Back in the summer of 2021, Cercle Brugge brought Matondo in from Schalke on l
  
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• Former Man City player Silva comes out of retirement

  07-10-2026 16:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  David Silva scored 60 Premier League goals in a decade at Manchester City [Getty Images]Former Manchester City midfielder David Silva has come out of retirement at the age of 40 to join Hong Kong Premier League club Sha Tin.He won the 2010 World Cup and two European Championships with Spain, and four Premier League titles with City - the first three coming during the period in which they have been found guilty of breaches of the league's financial rules, something the club have appealed against.
  
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• McTominay all clear for Napoli return after heart surgery

  07-10-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  McTominay all clear for Napoli return after heart surgeryScott McTominay has received the all clear to resume work with Napoli and Scotland after his delicate heart surgery for a mild benign arrhythmia.The irregularity was spotted by Napoli medical staff thanks to the wearable tech that players use during both matches and training sessions.It was identified and the player decided to go ahead with a minor ablation operation that would resolve the arrhythmia.McTominay had operation on September 8S
  
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• Bell wants youngsters to be targeting first-team

  07-10-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Crewe Alexandra manager Lee Bell has said the youth players who got their first-team opportunity in Tuesday's Jersey Mike Trophy tie against Blackpool have to use the experience as motivation to get more opportunities.The Alex started with 16-year-old striker Joel Ewusi and centre-back Tom Graves, 17, in the 2-2 draw against the Tangerines - before losing on penalties - with debutant striker Noah Bell and full-back Ryan Chadwick, both 17, coming off the bench in the second half."The character th
  
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• Perry hopes for more goals after first Exeter strike

  07-10-2026 16:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  Taylor Perry scored his first Exeter City goal in his 12th appearance for the Grecians [Shutterstock]Taylor Perry hopes he can score more goals for Exeter City after finding the net for the first time.The 25-year-old summer signing side-footed home from inside the area after eight minutes in the Grecians' Jersey Mike's Trophy fixture with Oxford United on Tuesday night. The game ended 2-2 before City won a penalty shootout 4-3 to go top of their group with six points from their three games - the
  
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• Norwich City summer target changes agent signalling the chance for a January transfer away from Anderlecht

  07-10-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Norwich City summer target changes agent signalling the chance for a January transfer away from AnderlechtOver the summer, Anderlecht striker Adriano Bertaccini looked set to leave Belgium. Norwich City were just one of a number of clubs said to be interested in the 26-year-old striker. The closest that Bertaccini got to a move away was with Servette, where a agreement between the player and club had been reached. However, as reported by VK, Anderlecht did not accept the loan option proposed by
  
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• Newport more than matched League One leaders Plymouth – Mullins

  07-10-2026 16:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Newport County boss Hayden Mullins believes his side showed how far they have come despite suffering a 5-4 penalty shootout defeat by Plymouth Arygle in the EFL Trophy.The Exiles looked set for back-to-back group stage wins through Kieron Evans' deflected strike and Yahya Bamba's penalty, only for a much-changed Plymouth to stage a late comeback after turning to their “so-called starters” to earn a draw before claiming the extra point on penalties.Mullins, w
  
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• Cardinale: ‘Serie A used to be Premier League, like Hollywood needs urgent innovation’

  07-10-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Cardinale: ‘Serie A used to be Premier League, like Hollywood needs urgent innovation’Milan patron Gerry Cardinale insists ‘there are many similarities between Hollywood and Italian football, both have enormous potential and must urgently innovate’ because ‘Serie A used to be the Premier League.’His company RedBird was a key figure in the Skydance takeover of Warner Bros Discovery, combining with Paramount-Warner and the Ellisons to create a huge media conglom
  
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• One of Europe's best! Why this keeper doesn't play for a national team

  07-10-2026 16:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  One of Europe's best! Why this keeper doesn't play for a national teamMile Svilar is at the peak of his career so far, yet faces a situation unprecedented in elite European football. The 27-year-old AS Roma goalkeeper, named the best goalkeeper in Italy’s Serie A in each of the past two seasons, plays for no national team, despite originally having two options. Although he ranks among Europe’s outstanding goalkeepers, a fateful decision from his past has left the doors to internation
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur stepping up their interest in La Liga forward

  07-10-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  Tottenham Hotspur stepping up their interest in La Liga forwardTottenham Step Up Roberto Fernandez Pursuit as Spurs Search for a Natural No.9Tottenham are intensifying their work on Espanyol striker Roberto Fernandez as the club looks to address a glaring attacking issue under Roberto De Zerbi, according to TeamTalk. The 24-year-old has emerged as a leading target after an excellent start to the season, and there is a growing sense that Spurs see him as a player capable of changing the balance o
  
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• Shankland sure lots of games to come by return

  07-10-2026 16:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lawrence Shankland (far right) watched Rangers' recent League Cup win over Celtic from the sidelines [SNS]Rangers captain Lawrence Shankland aims to be back playing "well before" the season run-in.The striker has sat out Rangers' past three games after tearing his hamstring, an injury that has required surgery.He is projected to return early in 2027."I'm getting there, slowly," the 31-year-old said. "Things are looking good. I was back down to see the specialist to get a bit of feedback and thin
  
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• Duff at ease with expectation in Bradford role

  07-10-2026 16:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael Duff watched Tuesday's EFL Trophy win over Rotherham from the stands as he served a one-match touchline ban [Shutterstock]Bradford City boss Michael Duff has said he "couldn't pass up" the chance to take over at the League One promotion chasers.The 48-year-old was appointed as successor to Graham Alexander on Tuesday on a deal to the end of the 2029-30 season.Duff was sacked by Wycombe in September and takes over a Bantams side who are second in the table."There's an alignment from top t
  
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• Spotify Camp Nou to host Pedro’s farewell following retirement announcement

  07-10-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spotify Camp Nou to host Pedro’s farewell following retirement announcementFC Barcelona icon Pedro Rodriguez has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 39, bringing an end to a 20-year career. The former Barcelona forward, who enjoyed the most successful period of his career as part of one of the greatest Barça sides in history, will officially say goodbye to football at the Spotify Camp Nou this Friday, as per Mundo Deportivo.The Auditori 1899 will host a
  
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• Are SPFL away ticket prices too expensive? And is price cap on agenda?

  07-10-2026 16:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  An adult Kilmarnock supporter heading to Ibrox on Saturday will be asked to hand over £34 to watch their team. Hibernian fans eager to be at their new manager's debut match at Tannadice will have to part with £30. Dundee punters at Falkirk will have to pay £28, as will St Mirren followers at Tynecastle.All that before you factor in travel, food and whatever else comes with a day at the football.Further down the SPFL, the entry fee drops. But Morton fans could still pay £2
  
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• Turkiye set to sack Montella, with Arda Turan in pole to replace him

  07-10-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Turkiye set to sack Montella, with Arda Turan in pole to replace himVincenzo Montella’s time as Turkiye coach looks set to end, with the Turkish Football Federation reportedly ready to sack him after Monday’s defeat to Italy.According to Calciomercato.com, citing Fanatik and Milliyet, the federation has already agreed a severance package and lined up Arda Turan as his replacement.The 3-1 loss in Bologna was a fourth straight Nations League defeat, after a 4-1 home loss to Italy in Bu
  
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• Pastorello: ‘Italian clubs wanted Inzaghi this summer, but he chose to stay at Al-Hilal’

  07-10-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pastorello: ‘Italian clubs wanted Inzaghi this summer, but he chose to stay at Al-Hilal’Simone Inzaghi was wanted by clubs in Italy again this summer but had no intention of leaving Al-Hilal, according to his agent.With quotes via Calciomercato.com, Federico Pastorello told Sportmediaset that the former Lazio and Inter coach will take stock of his future at the end of the season.Inzaghi left Inter for Riyadh in June 2025, days after the 5-0 Champions League final defeat to Paris Sain
  
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• Real Madrid superstar returns from the break in top form after stellar displays with national team

  07-10-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid superstar returns from the break in top form after stellar displays with national teamJude Bellingham has been undisputedly one of the star performers in the UEFA Nations League so far, in this international break.Bellingham started with a valiant effort in the defeat to Spain, before starring in the 7-0 win over Croatia. Last night, he was on fire once again, helping England secure a 3-0 victory over Czechia.As club football resumes this weekend, it is fair to say that Bellingham wi
  
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• Report: Liverpool in the race to sign Manchester City magician

  07-10-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool in the race to sign Manchester City magicianLiverpool Eye Rayan Cherki Transfer as Manchester City Face Relegation ThreatLiverpool are reportedly monitoring Rayan Cherki as uncertainty surrounding Manchester City begins to create an intriguing transfer market subplot.According to TeamTalk, the Reds are among several major European clubs keeping watch on the France international, with Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea and Real Madrid also interested.Much depends upon what happens nex
  
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• Italy new boy Zoma on Klose influence and ‘not closing doors’ on Premier League or Serie A

  07-10-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy new boy Zoma on Klose influence and ‘not closing doors’ on Premier League or Serie AMohamed Ali Zoma admits Miroslav Klose was key to his move to Nürnberg, and he isn’t ruling out a future in either Serie A or the Premier League.With quotes via Tuttomercatoweb, the 22-year-old striker spoke to Sky Sport after making his Italy debut off the bench during the international break.“It was a really strong emotion. I was born in Italy, I feel 100 per cent Italian and
  
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• Report: Chelsea are in the race to sign £84.5m-rated wonderkid

  07-10-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Chelsea are in the race to sign £84.5m-rated wonderkidChelsea Accelerate Eduardo Conceicao Pursuit as €100m Transfer Race LoomsChelsea appear determined to remain at the front of football’s increasingly frantic search for tomorrow’s superstars, with Palmeiras teenager Eduardo Conceicao emerging as their latest target.According to Caught Offside, Chelsea have held a series of contacts with Palmeiras as they attempt to position themselves favourably ahead of Conceica
  
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• Gabriel Jesus talks Lamine Yamal, Neymar, Guardiola, Ballon d’or, life at Barcelona

  07-10-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gabriel Jesus talks Lamine Yamal, Neymar, Guardiola, Ballon d’or, life at BarcelonaLamine Yamal will be the biggest topic at Barcelona this month, with the explosive winger currently one of the leading contenders to win the Ballon d’Or.Barcelona have run a big campaign in support of Yamal, who has also received endorsements from various football personalities.Yamal is now being compared to Barcelona legend Neymar as well, with the club’s new signing Gabriel Jesus pointing out t
  
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• Marseille’s sporting director dampens expectations around January transfer window

  07-10-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marseille’s sporting director dampens expectations around January transfer windowOlympique de Marseille’s poor start to the season is inextricably linked to their summer transfer window. Key players such as Mason Greenwood, Facundo Medina, Geronimo Rulli, Pierre-Emerick Aubemeyang, Quinten Timber, and Leonardo Balerdi left the club in a firesale after the whole squad was put up for sale in a desperate attempt to adhere to promises made to UEFA and the DNCG. Despite a raft of high-pro
  
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• Ex-Real Madrid presidential candidate wanted to bring Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta as manager

  07-10-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ex-Real Madrid presidential candidate wanted to bring Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta as managerThe presidential election at Real Madrid this summer was something unprecedented but despite the best efforts of Enrique Riquelme, he couldn’t do much to dethrone Florentino Perez.That being said, some of Riquelme’s ideas have now become more relevant than ever, including his pitch to sign Jurgen Klopp as the new manager, instead of Jose Mourinho.However, Riquelme wasn’t always in favou
  
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• How fans are falling in love with football again

  07-10-2026 15:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marc White is the outspoken boss of Dorking Wanderers [Getty Images]"I know that if they don't edit out the right bits, I'll get banned every week."Marc White is one of the most recognisable faces in non-league football.From the baseball caps to the foul-mouthed rants on the touchline, the founder, owner and manager of Dorking Wanderers has become a star of the lower levels of the English football pyramid.It has been helped by a documentary series called 'Dorking Uncovered' on the YouTube channe
  
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• Former Barcelona left-back explains what made Guardiola’s side almost impossible to stop: ‘There was control, but not military-style control’

  07-10-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Barcelona left-back explains what made Guardiola’s side almost impossible to stop: ‘There was control, but not military-style control’Former left-back Sylvinho has offered a rare inside account of the Barcelona dressing room that helped produce one of the greatest teams in football history.The Brazilian spent eight years in La Liga, including five seasons at Barcelona after joining from Celta in 2004 and was part of one of the most successful Blaugrana sides.Speaking to
  
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