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• No rift with Ronaldo insists Portugal coach

  30-09-2026 20:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jorge Jesus coached Cristiano Ronaldo at Saudi club Al-Nassr [Getty Images]Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus insists there is no rift with captain Cristiano Ronaldo following claims the five-time Ballon d'Or winner had refused to train.The Al-Nassr forward did not feature in Portugal's 2-1 win over Norway in Olso on Sunday and did not join his team-mates in going over to the visiting fans at the final whistle.Instead, the former Real Madrid and Manchester United player headed to the changing rooms
  
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• Scott McTominay likely to leave Napoli in 2027

  02-10-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scott McTominay likely to leave Napoli in 2027Serie A side Napoli have seen frustrations rise about the situation of Scott McTominay, as they have been struggling to hand him a new deal. Some clarity is emerging but things don’t look great for the Partenopei.Tuttomercatoweb have reported that all things considered, the ex-Manchester United player should leave Napoli in the summer of 2027.The player has demanded a wage of €8 million per season, which is out of the club’s budget.
  
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• 🔥 Today's news: Tomori's new role, Allegri worries, Alajbegovic

  02-10-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔥 Today's news: Tomori's new role, Allegri worries, AlajbegovicIt’s international break time, but also a day full of signals and updates for Serie A clubs.Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 per month!Below, as usual, are the most important stories of the day.Juventus, two behind-the-scenes details on AlajbegovicJuventus had to play several cards to convince Alajbegovic to buy into the Bianconeri project. Fabrizio Romano re
  
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• Injured Real Madrid defender targeting return in time for Copa del Rey opener in December

  02-10-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Injured Real Madrid defender targeting return in time for Copa del Rey opener in DecemberAfter having been dealing with a fractured tibia since the turn of the year, Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio finally underwent surgery this week to treat the problem.The La Fabrica graduate was on conservative treatment for nine months, which allowed him to continue playing, but the underlying issue never healed properly.As such, the decision was finally made for him to go under the knife, with Asencio doi
  
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• Tell us about all your meetings with Manchester City’s owners, Andy Burnham urged

  02-10-2026 17:47 via yahoo.com
  Andy Burnham should publish all details of his meetings with Manchester City’s owners, the Abu Dhabi United Group (ADUG), and declare all hospitality he has accepted at the Etihad Stadium, the Liberal Democrats have said. The prime minister was roundly criticised this week for saying he would be “really concerned” if City’s Abu Dhabi owners sold the club after the club was found to have breached the Premier League’s financial rules by an independent commission, cred
  
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• Barcelona youngster’s decision to leave on loan in the summer paying rewards

  02-10-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona youngster’s decision to leave on loan in the summer paying rewardsThe crowded goalkeeping department at FC Barcelona last summer forced sporting director Deco to make some cuts.Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who was not in Hansi Flick’s plans, was shipped out on loan to AFC Ajax, while Inaki Pena left permanently.Youngster Aron Yaakobishvili, who had returned after a loan spell last season, departed on a loan stint again.Meanwhile, Diego Kochen, who served as the third-choice goalk
  
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• Jordan Pickford defiant amid threat to England No 1 spot: ‘I’m only getting better’

  02-10-2026 17:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jordan Pickford believes his best years as an England international are still ahead of him despite his position as number one coming under threat for the first time.The Everton goalkeeper was left out of England’s opening two Nations League matches against Spain and Czechia as boss Thomas Tuchel wanted to give James Trafford a chance.He will be restored to the side for matches against Croatia and the return leg against Czechia, but Pickford is now facing serious competition for the first t
  
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• Bierhoff: ‘Changes won’t happen for Italy in 2 or 3 years, I saw Maldini’s determination’

  02-10-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bierhoff: ‘Changes won’t happen for Italy in 2 or 3 years, I saw Maldini’s determination’Oliver Bierhoff has warned that it will take longer than just two or three years to truly correct the issues that have been holding Italy back on the international stage, and has explained why he thinks his friend Paolo Maldini stepped away from the role of technical director of the Italian FA after just over a fortnight earlier this summer.Bierhoff comments on Maldini and how to fix
  
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• ‘It’s always a tight game’ – Liverpool boss Taylor expecting game of fine margins at Manchester United

  02-10-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘It’s always a tight game’ – Liverpool boss Taylor expecting game of fine margins at Manchester UnitedLiverpool head coach Gareth Taylor is expecting this weekend’s Barclays Women’s Super League fixture at Manchester United to come down to fine margins.The Reds travel to The Progress With Unity Stadium to take on The Red Devils on Saturday afternoon.Liverpool return to league action just six days on from a 2-0 Merseyside derby victory over Everton. When speaki
  
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• Who is Rui Pinto? The whistleblower abandoned by Portuguese authorities over Man City leaks

  02-10-2026 17:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City find themselves at the centre of the biggest story in Premier League history as they face potential relegation or expulsion from a division they currently lead, after being found guilty of nearly all of the 115 charges levied against them. But this scandal had humble beginnings.Rui Pinto is the Portuguese hacker who blew the whistle on City’s financial cheating, prompting an entire Premier League investigation. Through his website Football Leaks, he published confidential d
  
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• Barcelona veteran sends a message to Flick with strong performance for national team

  02-10-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona veteran sends a message to Flick with strong performance for national teamFC Barcelona defender Joao Cancelo stood out for Portugal last night against Denmark, showcasing that he is returning to best form. His performance in the UEFA Nations League fixture was capped by an excellent goal, on the same day he won the La Liga Goal of the Month award for September, once again highlighting the attacking qualities he offers.Different roles for Portugal and BarcelonaThe interesting aspect of
  
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• Real Madrid convinced UEFA will sanction Barcelona in Negreira case – report

  02-10-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid convinced UEFA will sanction Barcelona in Negreira case – reportAccording to Mundo Deportivo, Real Madrid believe that UEFA’s confirmation that it has received the Negreira case dossier goes much further than simply adding the new information to the investigation already opened in 2023. UEFA acknowledged the receipt of the documents in an official statement on Thursday, following which Real Madrid issued a statement calling for a swift investigation and sanctions.Within t
  
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• ‘My worst night’ – Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni on PSG’s Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué performances in the 2025 Champions League final

  02-10-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘My worst night’ – Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni on PSG’s Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué performances in the 2025 Champions League finalFor any Inter Milan supporter, the evening of 31st May 2025 remains to this day an open wound, far from having healed. On that date, on the pitch at the Allianz Arena in Munich, the Nerazzurri were swept aside by Paris Saint-Germain’s masterful performance in the Champions League final (
  
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• Newcastle United forward Gregson signs first professional deal

  02-10-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United forward Gregson signs first professional dealNewcastle United forward Casi Gregson has signed her first professional contract with the club.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Magpies this afternoon.The 18-year-old becomes the third young player to sign with Newcastle United on a professional basis in recent weeks.Gregson joined the Newcastle United academy from FA Women’s National League Division 1 South West club Gwalia Uni
  
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• Italy talent Cisse claims ‘I’ve only shown 70% of my capabilities’

  02-10-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy talent Cisse claims ‘I’ve only shown 70% of my capabilities’Milan and Italy talent Alphadjo Cisse claims that he has only shown ‘70%’ of his full capabilities, despite an explosive start to the 2026-27 season with club and country.Cisse on Milan and Italy U21 success: ‘I know I can do much better’The 19-year-old winger was the late hero for Italy U21s in Thursday evening’s 1-0 victory away against Armenia in qualification for next year’
  
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• Why Aston Villa are playing Sevilla for a trophy you haven't heard of

  02-10-2026 17:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  On Friday evening, Aston Villa will walk out at Sevilla's Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan stadium to compete for a piece of silverware that, outside of Spain, few supporters will have heard of, the Antonio Puerta Trophy.It's a friendly match held in memory of Sevilla academy graduate Antonio Puerta, who died in August 2007 at the age of 22.Puerta suffered a cardiac arrest during a La Liga match against Getafe and, despite initially appearing to recover and walking to the dressing room, collapsed again and
  
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• Tuchel would never rule out players not in top flight

  02-10-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel said that the Manchester City charges are a big topic in the England camp [Getty Images]England boss Thomas Tuchel says he would "never rule out" selecting someone who is playing outside the top flight for their club, should Manchester City be relegated as punishment for breaching financial regulations.On Tuesday, it was confirmed that City had been found guilty by an independent commission of all charges relating to breaches of the Premier League's financial rules between the 2009
  
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• Espanyol midfielder opens up on past approach from Barcelona: ‘My father met with Deco’

  02-10-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Espanyol midfielder opens up on past approach from Barcelona: ‘My father met with Deco’Gabriel Moscardo was one of young gems scouted and shortlisted by Barcelona in the summer of 2023. Still at Corinthians, the player was playing at a tremendous level in the youth categories and caught Deco’s eye.PSG, Barcelona and Chelsea were all interested in his signing, especially given that he was just 17 years of age and had a special future ahead of him.Barcelona seemingly began to lea
  
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• Report: Liverpool remain interested in move for world-class forward

  02-10-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool remain interested in move for world-class forwardLiverpool Keep Michael Olise on Radar as Bayern Contract Talks LoomLiverpool’s recruitment over the past two summers has carried a sense of considerable ambition. Florian Wirtz, Alexander Isak and Bradley Barcola represent expensive investments in the club’s attacking future, yet there remains one obvious question for those planning what comes next.Who ultimately owns the right flank?Mohamed Salah’s departure re
  
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• 🛫Real Madrid ease fears after Mbappé’s trip to Paris

  02-10-2026 16:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🛫Real Madrid ease fears after Mbappé’s trip to ParisReal Madrid has moved to dispel any hint of controversy, stating that Kylian Mbappé’s trip to the French capital was fully agreed upon between the player and the club.
  Unable to train or receive treatmentSources inside the club explained that the forward is not currently in the physical condition to train at the Valdebebas sports complex or undergo the usual physiotherapy sessions, as his current state does not
  
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• Wealdstone's Barrett out with serious knee injury

  02-10-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wealdstone have confirmed that defender Mason Barrett ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament during Tuesday's National League game at Forest Green.Barrett, 27, sustained the injury shortly after coming on as a substitute in the 1-1 draw.Barrett had appeared in 10 of Wealdstone's first 11 league games this season."We are all gutted for Mason," said manager Gary Waddock."He's a top guy and was getting back to his best form. He'll get every support from all of us. He's a strong character and a gre
  
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• Rivera: ‘I didn’t agree when Italy called Malago, even less when Mancini came back’

  02-10-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rivera: ‘I didn’t agree when Italy called Malago, even less when Mancini came back’Milan and Italy legend Gianni Rivera says that he did not agree with the decision to elect Giovanni Malagò as President of the FIGC and says that he was ‘even less’ convinced when Roberto Mancini was brought back as head coach of the Italy national team: ‘I’ve always been in favour of a commissioner’.Rivera criticises Malagò and Italy decision to re-app
  
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• Rivera: ‘I didn’t agree when Italy called Malagò, even less when Mancini came back’

  02-10-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rivera: ‘I didn’t agree when Italy called Malagò, even less when Mancini came back’Milan and Italy legend Gianni Rivera says that he did not agree with the decision to elect Giovanni Malagò as President of the FIGC and says that he was ‘even less’ convinced when Roberto Mancini was brought back as head coach of the Italy national team: ‘I’ve always been in favour of a commissioner’.Rivera criticises Malagò and Italy decision to
  
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• Former Barcelona winger dreams of a return but no place for him in team

  02-10-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Barcelona winger dreams of a return but no place for him in teamJoao Felix had a reasonably successful stint at Barcelona not too long ago, but did not impress the board enough to make his deal permanent.Eventually, the player ended up moving to Saudi Arabia for the next stage in his career, and he has done relatively well at Al Nassr. His contract, however, runs out at the end of the season and he is looking for a return to Europe.In that sense, there have been rumours that the player dr
  
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• ‘Almost disrespectful’ – Como midfielder Maxence Caqueret on the end of Lyon journey

  02-10-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘Almost disrespectful’ – Como midfielder Maxence Caqueret on the end of Lyon journeyA product of the club’s youth system, Maxence Caqueret had certainly hoped that his time at Olympique Lyonnais would have a very different ending. However, following a difficult first half of the 2024-25 season, the midfielder was forced to leave Les Rouge et Bleu, having seen his playing time and status diminished.“I was one of the senior figures in the dressing room; I was approach
  
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• 🗣️ Have your say: who is the greatest Italian player of all time?

  02-10-2026 16:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗣️ Have your say: who is the greatest Italian player of all time?Who will be the lucky one?While Italy is going through a slump in results, partly linked to the generational dip the country has been experiencing for many years, this nation has seen many legends of world football come through.Every position is represented, with players like Buffon, Maldini, Cannavaro, Pirlo, Totti, Baggio, and Del Piero, just to name a few.Today, just a few hours before kickoff between France and I
  
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• Man City chairman met senior UK minister days before guilty verdict emerged

  02-10-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City chairman met senior UK minister days before guilty verdict emergedManchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak met a senior UK government minister to discuss United Arab Emirates investment in Britain just 11 days before news of the club’s guilty verdict emerged.Bloomberg reports that Al Mubarak held a private meeting with Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds in Downing Street on September 14.However, the meeting was held in Al Mubarak’s separate capacity as chief executive
  
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• Uefa Nations League today: How to watch France v Italy, TV channels & live stream Friday 2nd October

  02-10-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zinedine Zidane’s France face an old rival in the form of Italy. Photograph: Daniel Weir/Sports Press Photo/ShutterstockThe Zinedine Zidane era of the French national team is up and running with Les Bleus opening their Uefa Nations League campaign with back-to-back victories over Turkey and Belgium.If French fans expected Zidane’s team to look drastically different to the one that played under Didier Deschamps, though, they may have been disappointed by the stodgy performances produc
  
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• “In his best position” – Zinedine Zidane talks tactically about PSG star after his best France game yet

  02-10-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “In his best position” – Zinedine Zidane talks tactically about PSG star after his best France game yetDesire Doue is taking advantage of Kylian Mbappe’s injury to impress new France manager Zinedine Zidane.If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content.France play Italy tonight in a really interesting fixture under new manager Zinedine Zidane.The new coach has already tr
  
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• Como talent Jesus Rodriguez sent off for foolish slap while 12-0 up with Spain U21s

  02-10-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como talent Jesus Rodriguez sent off for foolish slap while 12-0 up with Spain U21sComo talent Jesus Rodriguez has been criticised on social media after earning a foolish red card in the final minutes of a European Championship qualifier with the Spain U21s on Thursday evening, while his side were 12 goals up in an eventual 13-0 victory over San Marino.Jesus Rodriguez sent off for 95th-minute slap in 13-0 victoryThe 20-year-old, who was Como’s club record signing at the time of his arrival
  
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