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• Official | Lille right-back Tiago Santos sustains ACL injury

  12-10-2026 16:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Lille right-back Tiago Santos sustains ACL injuryLille right-back Tiago Santos (24) has sustained a total ACL rupture in his right knee, the Ligue 1 side has announced. Les Dogues‘ worst fears were confirmed following medical exams after Le Havre midfielder Amir Richardson’s tackle on the Portuguese right-back, who already sustained an ACL tear, in his left knee, two years ago. In their statement, Lille have lamented Richardson’s “uncontrolled and dangerous&rdq
  
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• Real Madrid mid field target valued at over £100m could leave in January with Chelsea keen

  15-10-2026 17:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid mid field target valued at over £100m could leave in January with Chelsea keenReal Madrid are on the lookout for a new midfielder heading into 2027 after having failed to strengthen the position during the summer.The Merengues were intent on signing Rodri from Manchester City, but he ended up choosing FC Barcelona, following which Jose Mourinho & co. decided not to bring anyone in.However, two months into the new season, the Real Madrid midfield has failed to perform at the
  
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• Europa League line-ups: RB Salzburg vs. Milan

  15-10-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Europa League line-ups: RB Salzburg vs. MilanMilan rotate in the Europa League for a trip to RB Salzburg with Francesco Camarda, Adrien Rabiot and Omari Hutchinson, as the pressure is already on.It kicks off at the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg at 17.45 UK time (18.45 CEST).You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens from this game, Celta Vigo-Juventus and Atalanta-Pafos on the Liveblog.REGGIO NELL’EMILIA, ITALY – OCTOBER 11: Ruben Amorim Head Coach of AC Milan looks on dur
  
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• 🚨 Real Sociedad XI in Leuven: plenty of quality on the bench

  15-10-2026 17:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Real Sociedad XI in Leuven: plenty of quality on the benchReal Sociedad travel to Leuven today to face a Union Saint-Gilloise side unbeaten in their last 13 home games.A tough test for Matarazzo's men, who need a win after losing to Bournemouth on the opening matchday of the Europa League.Today's game takes place at De Dreef, USG's home away from home in Europe, with the following line-ups:
  Union Saint-Gilloise: Koffi; Patris, Havenaar, Sylla, Chiboni; Van De Perre, Zeneli, Olaru; Guil
  
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• Europa League Liveblog: RB Salzburg-Milan, Celta Vigo-Juventus, Atalanta-Pafos

  15-10-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Europa League Liveblog: RB Salzburg-Milan, Celta Vigo-Juventus, Atalanta-PafosThis 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 the Europa League and Conference League, with Milan visiting RB Salzburg, Juventus away to Celta Vigo and Atalanta against Pafos.We begin at 17.45 UK time (18.45 CEST) with Milan trying to make up for lost time with a trip to RB Salzburg.At 20.00 UK time (21.00 CEST), Juventus
  
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• Eom has strength to move on after alleged racist abuse

  15-10-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eom Jisung has scored eight goals in 96 appearances since joining from South Korean side Gwangju FC in 2024 [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Vitor Matos says Eom Jisung has the strength to move on from the alleged racial abuse which marred Swansea City's win at Millwall.The Metropolitan Police are investigating after Swansea's staff reported alleged abuse aimed at South Korea international Eom at The Den on Tuesday.Matos says winger Eom, 24, "feels supported" at Swansea on the back of an incident that
  
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• Gianni Infantino apologises for World Cup sell-off plan, but told he’s ‘not fit to be Fifa president’

  15-10-2026 17:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gianni Infantino has apologised to the Fifa Council for his World Cup sell-off plan but has been told he’s still “not fit to be Fifa president” after failing to answer questions from his critics. The FA chair Debbie Hewitt, who sits on the Fifa Council, told reporters in Zurich that Uefa’s position in opposing Infantino has not changed after he attempted to sell stakes in the World Cup and Fifa tournaments to private investors this summer. Hewitt also said that Infantino
  
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• Barcelona continue to shatter records with another in sight heading into Real Betis clash

  15-10-2026 17:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona continue to shatter records with another in sight heading into Real Betis clashFC Barcelona’s outstanding start to the 2026/27 season has seen Hansi Flick’s side break records left, right and centre. Their goalscoring numbers have been particularly remarkable, with 43 goals in their opening 10 matches. Now, another milestone has emerged in the Champions League. Barcelona have played 28 matches in the competition under Flick, scoring 84 goals at an average of three per
  
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• Napoli confirm injury details as Neres could be ruled out until international break

  15-10-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Napoli confirm injury details as Neres could be ruled out until international breakNapoli have confirmed that winger David Neres suffered a low-grade hamstring injury during Tuesday night’s Champions League defeat against Villarreal, but the initial reports indicate that he could be ruled out of action until the November international break.Neres ruled out until November with hamstring injuryNapoli have released a statement on Thursday, confirming that Neres was brought in for medical test
  
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• Red card, suspension and a conspiracy - what's up with Vini Jr?

  15-10-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Following Real Madrid's win against Roma, Vinicius said: "I'm aware of my form and how I'm playing. I'm here to help the team" [Getty Images]A bizarre online rumour, a red card and a four-match suspension have put Vinicius Jr back into the spotlight at a crucial point in Real Madrid's season.First, over the summer, came the uncertainty over his future at Real Madrid, with contract talks stalling for more than 18 months and Arsenal reportedly among the clubs interested in the Brazilian.Those nego
  
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• Barcelona outcast now considering January exit after falling out of favour

  15-10-2026 17:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona outcast now considering January exit after falling out of favourAccording to Ferran Correas of SPORT, Alejandro Balde has started thinking about leaving FC Barcelona during the January transfer window and has already discussed the possibility with his representative, Jorge Mendes. The defender has fallen out of favour under Hansi Flick in the ongoing campaign and is now weighing the possibility of an exit in the winter.A change in stance after difficult situationBack in the summer
  
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• 🤩 Barcola, Kane and Lamine lead the Champions League matchday 2 XI

  15-10-2026 17:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤩 Barcola, Kane and Lamine lead the Champions League matchday 2 XIUEFA has unveiled its official Team of the Week for Matchday 2 of the league phase. It is an ambitious 4-2-4 featuring eleven players from eleven different clubs. The attack consists of Barcola (Liverpool), Kane (Bayern), Tresoldi (Club Brugge) and Lamine Yamal (Barcelona). Serious firepower.Manzambi (Aston Villa) and Vitinha (PSG) occupy midfield; the back line features Maxi Araújo (Sporting CP), Falchener (Viking)
  
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• Imps can 'grow' from 'brutal' 6-0 Hammers loss - Shaw

  15-10-2026 17:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Conor McGrandle was shown a red card for pulling Jarrod Bowen to the ground when the West Ham captain was about to race away on goal [Shutterstock]Hit for six when two men down, Lincoln City were outplayed and outgunned by West Ham on a night that head coach Tom Shaw described as a "brutal experience" for the Imps.And yet Shaw, who shares his role as Lincoln boss with Chris Cohen, defiantly says they will not be defined by the horror defeat inflicted on them by a Hammers side who were playing Pr
  
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• 🚨 Champions League: the official team of the week ⭐️

  15-10-2026 17:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Champions League: the official team of the week ⭐️A star-studded lineup.UEFA unveiled its official Team of the Week for Matchday 2 of the 2026-2027 Champions League league phase this Thursday afternoon.Unsurprisingly, Bradley Barcola, who scored a hat-trick at LASK and was named Player of the Week, makes the cut!Lamine Yamal and Harry Kane also feature, with the former providing two assists against Galatasaray and the latter scoring twice against the Vikings.Notable absen
  
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• 🚨 Champions League: official team of the week ⭐️

  15-10-2026 17:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Champions League: official team of the week ⭐️A star-studded lineup.UEFA unveiled its official Team of the Week for Matchday 2 of the 2026-2027 Champions League league phase this Thursday afternoon.Unsurprisingly, Bradley Barcola, who scored a hat-trick at LASK and was named Player of the Week, makes the cut!Lamine Yamal and Harry Kane also feature, with the former providing two assists against Galatasaray and the latter scoring twice against the Vikings.Notable absentees
  
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• PSG ready to offer €70m to sign Barcelona defender Eric García

  15-10-2026 17:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG ready to offer €70m to sign Barcelona defender Eric GarcíaParis Saint-Germain have reportedly made FC Barcelona’s Eric García (25) their top target for the 2027 summer transfer window, according to Le Parisien.A versatile player capable of playing both in the centre of defence and on the flanks, the Spaniard is said to be favoured by Luis Enrique, who is keen to bring him to the French capital next summer. PSG could even table an offer valued at €70m to their Ca
  
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• Donnarumma criticised after Man City 2-4 PSG despite late penalty save

  15-10-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Donnarumma criticised after Man City 2-4 PSG despite late penalty saveIt was an evening to forget for Italy international Gianluigi Donnarumma against his former employers as Manchester City fell to a 4-2 defeat at home against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Wednesday night, earning criticism from various media outlets despite saving a late Ferran Torres penalty.A night to forget for Donnarumma against PSGEnzo Maresca’s City were picked apart by the back-to-back European ch
  
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• Real Madrid appoint key figure from Super League project to lead business operations

  15-10-2026 16:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid appoint key figure from Super League project to lead business operationsAccording to Jose Felix Diaz of AS, Real Madrid have appointed Bernd Reichart to lead the club’s business operations moving forward. The German executive will fill a position that had remained vacant at the Spanish club for some time. Reichart will oversee several key areas, including the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, sponsorships and merchandising. He will report directly to Jose Angel Sanchez, Real Madr
  
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• Infantino apologises to Fifa Council - but told he is still not fit to lead

  15-10-2026 16:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gianni Infantino celebrated 10 years as Fifa president in February 2026 [Getty Images]President Gianni Infantino has apologised to the Fifa Council for his World Cup sell-off plan - but has been told he is not fit to lead unless he releases all of the documents and answers key questions.The Fifa Council met in Zurich on Thursday for the first time since Infantino's secret Fifa Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal emerged.Under FFE, which Infantino scrapped within days, a portion of the commercial r
  
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• Bradley Barcola has already done something that only seven Liverpool players have ever managed

  15-10-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bradley Barcola has already done something that only seven Liverpool players have ever managedBradley Barcola Hat-Trick Puts Him on Liverpool’s Elite Champions League ListBradley Barcola has had a slow start at Liverpool. That is over now.In Linz, the French forward delivered the first hat-trick of his senior club career and did it cleanly, decisively and without fuss. Three chances taken, three finishes delivered properly, and suddenly the conversation changes. Liverpool beat LASK with Ba
  
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• Andoni Iraola drops huge Liverpool injury hint ahead of Brentford clash

  15-10-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola drops huge Liverpool injury hint ahead of Brentford clashLiverpool Injury Update: Iraola Keeps Brentford Return in Play for Szoboszlai, Isak and GakpoLiverpool head into a difficult away trip at Brentford with the squad stretched, the midfield thinner than ideal and the attack still waiting on key names. The one piece of good news is that Andoni Iraola has not ruled out a return for Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo, even if he is clearly offering no guarantees.That
  
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• Roma midfielder Manu Koné may miss upcoming France meeting due to injury

  15-10-2026 16:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma midfielder Manu Koné may miss upcoming France meeting due to injurySubsituted due to injury during last night’s Champions League match between AS Roma and Real Madrid (3-4), Manu Koné (25) is reported to have suffered a strain to his left thigh, according to Le Parisien.A rather reassuring diagnosis for the midfielder, whilst some had suggested a possible tear that would have kept him sidelined for a longer period.The former Toulouse FC player is nevertheless expected to
  
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• PSG weighing up €70 million summer offer for versatile Barcelona defender – report

  15-10-2026 16:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG weighing up €70 million summer offer for versatile Barcelona defender – reportAfter raiding FC Barcelona for Ferran Torres this past summer, it appears that PSG have set their sights on another player from the Catalan club. Indeed, according to Le Parisien (h/t Sport.fr), the French and European champions have set their sights on Barça defender Eric Garcia and are prepared to offer €70 million to sign him in the summer of 2027.Manager Luis Enrique is understood to be s
  
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• Too many cooks at Watford - Ince

  15-10-2026 16:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Watford midfielder Tom Ince says he fears for the club in the Championship this season.The Hornets have lost their past four Championship matches to slip into the relegation zone but have backed head coach Alessio Dionisi before Saturday's game at home to Charlton Athletic (12:30 BST).Ince left Vicarage Road at the end of last season and is now with Tranmere Rovers in League Two but watched his former side suffer a 5-1 hammering at Cardiff on Tuesday night."It's something I saw coming," I
  
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• Iraola reveals Liverpool’s plan for Italy talent Leoni: ‘A little bit of a delay’

  15-10-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Iraola reveals Liverpool’s plan for Italy talent Leoni: ‘A little bit of a delay’Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola says that he hopes that Giovanni Leoni starts training with the first team during the next international break, admitting there has been a ‘little bit of a delay’ in his recovery from a serious knee injury he sustained over a year ago.Leoni expected to return to training in November international breakLiverpool spent a fee of €35m plus add-ons to
  
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• Real Betis star sends warning to Barcelona ahead of La Liga clash: ‘Every match is a different story’

  15-10-2026 16:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Betis star sends warning to Barcelona ahead of La Liga clash: ‘Every match is a different story’FC Barcelona are enjoying a historic start to the season. Hansi Flick’s side have won ten consecutive matches in all competitions so far and are scoring goals with remarkable ease. With 43 goals to their name, the Catalans have emerged as an unstoppable force going forward, enjoying their best goalscoring start in a century.Up next for the reigning La Liga champions is a clash a
  
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• Le Mans midfielder Adil Bourabaa may undergo surgery and miss remainder of the year

  15-10-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Le Mans midfielder Adil Bourabaa may undergo surgery and miss remainder of the yearLe Mans FC’s Adil Bourabaa (21) may be forced to undergo surgery and be sidelined for the rest of 2026, according to his manager Patrick Videira.Having sustained an ankle injury whilst on international duty with Algeria, the midfielder could therefore be out for longer than the four weeks initially suggested.“At the moment, the news isn’t reassuring,” Videira admitted at a press conference
  
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• Bierhoff: ‘I hope Tresoldi chooses Germany, FA in contact with him’

  15-10-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bierhoff: ‘I hope Tresoldi chooses Germany, FA in contact with him’Ex-Milan striker and former technical director of the German FA Oliver Bierhoff says that he hopes Nicolo Tresoldi opts to represent Germany over Italy at senior international level, and says that ‘as far as I know’, the DFB is ‘in contact’ with the Club Brugge striker.Bierhoff weighs in on Tresoldi’s international decisionTresoldi was born in Italy to parents of Italian descent, but move
  
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• El Clásico Hangs in Balance as Madrid Challenge Vinícius Ban

  15-10-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  El Clásico Hangs in Balance as Madrid Challenge Vinícius BanReal Madrid plan to appeal Vinícius Júnior’s four-match suspension after the RFEF disciplinary committee rejected the club’s initial challenge, with the outcome set to determine whether the forward remains unavailable for El Clásico and three other La Liga fixtures. El Imparcial reports that the club considers the punishment excessive, while The Athletic also reports that Madrid have indica
  
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• Infantino apologises to Fifa Council - but told he's still not fit to lead

  15-10-2026 15:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gianni Infantino celebrated 10 years as Fifa president in February 2026 [Getty Images]President Gianni Infantino has apologised to the Fifa Council for his World Cup sell-off plan - but has been told he is not fit to lead unless he releases all of the documents and answers key questions.The Fifa Council met in Zurich on Thursday for the first time since Infantino's secret Fifa Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal - which would have handed a portion of the organisation's commercial rights to a priva
  
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