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• Official: Supercoppa Italiana Inter vs. Lazio set for December 22

  01-10-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Supercoppa Italiana Inter vs. Lazio set for December 22It is now official that the Supercoppa Italiana will be played on Tuesday December 22 between Inter and Lazio at San Siro, ending the Final Four format.The trophy has traditionally been a pre-season clash between the Scudetto winners and the holders of the Coppa Italia.In recent years, it transformed to be largely hosted abroad in China or Saudi Arabia, and adopted a Final Four format where there were semi-finals involving the runn
  
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• New owners want to bring 'Northampton DNA to Brazil'

  01-10-2026 19:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Joao Xavier (pictured) and Tim Chamberlain have become Northampton's new co-chairmen [Getty Images]New Northampton Town co-chairman Joao Xavier says his "pioneering" consortium "want to get Northampton DNA and expand it to Brazil".Xavier's Sports Alpha Capital (SAC) group completed their takeover of the League Two club on Wednesday, ending Kelvin Thomas' decade-long spell as Cobblers chairman.Former AC Milan, Chelsea and Brazil forward Alexandre Pato is among SAC's investors, with Tim Chamberlai
  
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• Tonali ‘was sad in first weeks’ at Newcastle United after leaving Milan

  01-10-2026 19:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tonali ‘was sad in first weeks’ at Newcastle United after leaving MilanSandro Tonali ‘was sad’ for the first few weeks when he first left Milan for Newcastle United, said his agent, but the Premier League and then Tottenham Hotspur ‘proved the right choice.’The Italy midfielder grew up supporting the Rossoneri from nearby Brescia and jumped at the chance to join them when they called, going on to be part of the team that won the Serie A title.So when the huge
  
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• Godts-Inter, what a miss! 8️⃣ Juve names and Pulisic renewal 🔥

  01-10-2026 19:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Godts-Inter, what a miss! 8️⃣ Juve names and Pulisic renewal 🔥Matchday eve for Roberto Mancini’s Italy, who tomorrow evening will face France at the Stade de France in Paris on the third matchday of the Nations League. So far, it has been a bittersweet path for Italy, with the opening defeat against Belgium and the fine win in Turkey against Montella’s side.Watch all Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 a month!It will be
  
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• 🚨XIs in: Portugal visit Denmark without Cristiano

  01-10-2026 19:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨XIs in: Portugal visit Denmark without CristianoCopenhagen’s Parken Stadium will host a promising UEFA Nations League Group A4 clash between Denmark and Portugal. However, the buildup was shaken by Cristiano Ronaldo’s surprise departure from the Portugal camp after breaking ties with coach Jorge Jesus, leaving João Félix and Gonçalo Ramos with the responsibility of leading the visitors’ attack.
  On the pitch, Denmark will rely on the strength of the
  
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• 🚨Confirmed line-ups: Germany have no margin for error v Serbia

  01-10-2026 19:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨Confirmed line-ups: Germany have no margin for error v SerbiaMunich’s Allianz Arena hosts the Matchday 3 clash in UEFA Nations League Group A2 between Germany and Serbia this Thursday, October 1 (18:45 GMT). The German side is desperately chasing its first win under Jürgen Klopp after opening with a 1-1 draw against the Netherlands and an unexpected defeat to Greece. With Kai Havertz sidelined through injury, the coach will freshen up his attack by bringing in Karim Adeyemi,
  
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• Ousmane Dembele compares his position for PSG and France

  01-10-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ousmane Dembele compares his position for PSG and FranceOusmane Dembele is playing for France, and has been speaking to the media about how that compares with playing for PSG.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.Ousmane Dembele is on duty with France, and he’s done a really interesting interview with L’Equipe about how it compares to playing with PSG.“Yes, very much s
  
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• Hugo Ekitike oozes confidence: Believes he'll be back sooner than you think

  01-10-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hugo Ekitike oozes confidence: Believes he'll be back sooner than you thinkLiverpool striker Hugo Ekitike reportedly believes he'll be back much sooner than expected. The Reds could really use this.Liverpool have been missing Hugo Ekitike this season. Though, they knew that would be the case going in as they didn't move to replace the Frenchman in the summer.Instead, Alexander Isak has been the sole senior striking option in the Premier League and UEFA Champions League. Lewis Koumas and Jayden D
  
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• HMRC urged to scrutinise tax implications of Man City case

  01-10-2026 19:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City were found guilty of 114 of the 115 charges against them [Getty Images]The chair of a cross-party group of MPs has written to His Majesty's Revenue and Customs to urge the tax authority to scrutinise implications of the Manchester City verdict.It was confirmed on Tuesday that an independent commission found City guilty of all charges relating to breaches of the Premier League's financial regulations between the 2009-10 and 2017-18 seasons.City have repeatedly denied guilt, and ha
  
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• Downing Street clarifies Andy Burnham’s contentious comments on Man City case

  01-10-2026 19:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A spokesperson for Andy Burnham has insisted the guilty verdict against Manchester City is “serious” after remarks the Prime Minister made about the case on Wednesday raised eyebrows.Burnham told the BBC on Wednesday he would be “really concerned” if City’s Abu Dhabi owners sold the club in the wake of City being found to have breached the Premier League’s financial rules by an independent commission, crediting them with being “a huge partner in the buil
  
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• Jota set for Celtic return after 18-month absence - gossip

  01-10-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jota is set to make his first Celtic outing in 18 months in a bounce game against Falkirk on Friday. (Scottish Sun)Celtic midfielder Benjamin Nygren is one of three Sweden players told to isolate because of sickness as they prepare for Friday's meeting with Bosnia-Herzegovina. (Herald - subscription required)Former Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel says he has become effectively a taxi driver for his children after retiring from football but has aspirations to manage in the future. (Sun)Marcel
  
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• Real Madrid star Asencio sends message after surgery: ‘Thinking about coming back stronger than ever’

  01-10-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star Asencio sends message after surgery: ‘Thinking about coming back stronger than ever’Real Madrid confirmed earlier today that defender Raul Asencio underwent surgery to resolve a fractured tibia in his right leg.The La Fabrica graduate had been dealing with the injury since January, but had been relying on conservative treatment while continuing to play for the team.However, with the pain not subsiding and the results of the treatment not coming out as expected, a dec
  
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• ‘I want to be at my best at Real Madrid’: Thibaut Courtois explains Nations League absence

  01-10-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘I want to be at my best at Real Madrid’: Thibaut Courtois explains Nations League absenceThe absence of Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois from Belgium has opened up the opportunities for other goalkeepers during this current international window. However, while Courtois remains with Real Madrid during the opening of the Nations League campaign, he has not yet retired from international football. Instead, given his recent injury history, he is making decisions that look to main
  
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• Dundee Utd's Thomson joins Stenhousemuir on loan

  01-10-2026 19:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dundee United's Miller Thomson has joined Scottish Championship leaders Stenhousemuir on a short-term loan until January.Manager Jim Goodwin says the move is a "great opportunity" for the 22-year-old, who has endured injury problems in recent months.The midfielder has made 42 appearances for United but has not featured for the Premiership side this season.Goodwin hopes his switch to Stenhousemuir, who are eight points clear at the top of the second tier, will give Thomson "consistent game time u
  
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• 🚨 Confirmed XI: Spain U21s must not slip up in Serravalle

  01-10-2026 19:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Confirmed XI: Spain U21s must not slip up in SerravalleSpain’s U21 national team faces San Marino this Thursday (20:15) at the Serravalle Stadium with the urgent need for a win to keep control of its destiny in the race for the European Championship in Serbia and Albania. After slipping to a 2-1 defeat against Finland — the current group leader with 22 points compared to the national side’s 21 — David Gordo’s team must beat the bottom side to remain in cha
  
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• 💸 Official: Messi buys a club in Spain

  01-10-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💸 Official: Messi buys a club in SpainCD Eldense officially announced the acquisition of the club by Leo Messi, marking the beginning of a historic and exciting milestone for the century-old Spanish institution.
  A project of growth and identityThe arrival of the Argentine superstar as majority shareholder represents an ambitious plan with a long-term vision. The main goal will be to strengthen the club’s sporting, institutional, and social development. Founded in 1921, the aim is t
  
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• He arrives without World Cup baggage: is this Germany gem Klopp’s key man?

  01-10-2026 19:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  He arrives without World Cup baggage: is this Germany gem Klopp’s key man?Jürgen Klopp’s second Germany squad points clearly toward the future. A few carefree young talents are now getting their chance to stake a claim for the senior national team. Players who may already have figured in Julian Nagelsmann’s thoughts and dreamed of a place in the World Cup squad, but ultimately had not yet gotten their opportunity.Tom Bischof had an especially busy international break. By a
  
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• Barcelona calm after UEFA statement on Negreira case following Real Madrid complain: ‘All smoke and mirrors’

  01-10-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona calm after UEFA statement on Negreira case following Real Madrid complain: ‘All smoke and mirrors’Real Madrid have always had a big part to play in the investigation into Barcelona’s ‘Negreira scandal’ allegations and have continually looked to turn the matter into a smear campaign.Earlier today, it came to light through an official statement from UEFA that the body had received substantial documents from Real Madrid to reopen the investigation once more.T
  
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• Israeli club to have no fans at two Europa League away games amid security concerns

  01-10-2026 19:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Israeli champions Hapoel Beer-Sheva will play two upcoming Europa League fixtures on the road without travelling supporters present.On Wednesday, Dutch side AZ Alkmaar announced that municipal officials had recommended excluding visiting fans from the stadium for their fixture on 15 October due to safety concerns.The team's following away fixture a week later against Union Saint-Gilloise has been relocated to Germany. The mayor of Belgian town Leuven refused to host the match scheduled for 22 Oc
  
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• Jurgen Klopp disgusted by claim Germany squad ‘not white enough’

  01-10-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jurgen Klopp is disgusted by claims that his Germany squad is “not white enough”, branding the accusations on social media as “complete nonsense”.Klopp responded to questions in regard to the racial composition of his squad that had been posed online as he held a press conference ahead of his side’s Nations League clash with Serbia.“There is absolutely no reason to pay attention to these people,” Klopp said. “You won’t get my thoughts on this
  
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• Why is Croatia v England behind closed doors?

  01-10-2026 18:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England and Croatia met at the 2026 World Cup, with England winning 4-2 in Dallas [Getty Images]England's match against Croatia in the Nations League on Saturday will be played behind closed doors in Rijeka.The game will take place in front of a reduced crowd in the same venue in which the two sides met, also behind closed doors, in a 0-0 draw in October 2018. The limited capacity is because of crowd disturbances involving Croatia fans during a Nations League match against France in March 2025.S
  
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• Premier League legend reveals the true impact of Anfield’s ‘insane’ atmosphere

  01-10-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League legend reveals the true impact of Anfield’s ‘insane’ atmosphereJamie Vardy on Anfield Atmosphere, Liverpool Rivalry and Singing You’ll Never Walk AloneJamie Vardy gave Liverpool plenty of problems over the years. That is a matter of record. In 18 games against the Reds, he scored 10 times, and several of those goals came in big moments. One stands above the rest, the dipping 35-yard volley at the King Power Stadium, a finish that still gets replayed because
  
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• Arsenal receive huge boost after big injury scare

  01-10-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal receive huge boost after big injury scareMartin Odegaard Injury Update as Norway Weigh Arsenal Captain Role Against WalesMartin Odegaard is in Norway’s squad for the Nations League trip to Wales, which tells you plenty about where this situation stands. A few days ago there was concern after the Arsenal captain took a kick from behind by Bernardo Silva in the defeat to Portugal. Now, the tone is calmer and the expectation is that this is manageable.Odegaard’s ankle problem ha
  
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• Carnevali: ‘Juventus bloodbath without Champions League, extraordinary Spalletti’

  01-10-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Carnevali: ‘Juventus bloodbath without Champions League, extraordinary Spalletti’Juventus CEO Giovanni Carnevali admits missing Champions League qualification is ‘a bloodbath’, stands up for Luciano Spalletti and shoots down Antonio Conte rumours.The Bianconeri finished sixth in Serie A last season, sending them into the Europa League and affecting the already tight purse-strings in the transfer market.It has been a difficult start to this campaign too, and speaking at th
  
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• James Walker: Ex-England youth star dies seven years after life-altering cardiac arrest

  01-10-2026 18:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former England youth international James Walker has died aged 38.A product of Charlton Athletic’s academy, the striker went on to play 54 times for Southend United between 2008 and 2010. The club will hold a minute’s applause in his honour prior to Saturday’s National League game against Fylde at Roots Hall.A club statement read: "Southend United is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former player James Walker at the age of 38."On Saturday we will be conducting a minute
  
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• ⚠️Bad news: Nico Williams leaves Spain camp

  01-10-2026 18:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ⚠️Bad news: Nico Williams leaves Spain campAthletic Club winger Nico Williams has officially been withdrawn from the Spanish national team camp after it was confirmed that he is not fit to continue during the international break.
  Muscle discomfort after the match in SevilleThe forward reported pain in his left thigh after the match against Croatia. Despite close monitoring during the rest day, the persistent pain prevented him from training with the rest of his teammates in the sess
  
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• Manchester City verdict brings vindication for former Belgian Prime Minister

  01-10-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City verdict brings vindication for former Belgian Prime MinisterYves Leterme must be feeling quite content right now. The former Belgian Prime Minister will have surely smiled to himself when he saw the Premier League release its verdict regarding the financial doping and conduct of Manchester City during the previous decade. For Laterme, this now puts to bed a period in which he had been mocked by the British press for his stance on the club. As reported by HLN, Laterme is not seeki
  
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• Carlos Queiroz leaves Ghana for second time in three months post-World Cup

  01-10-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Carlos Queiroz has left his role as Ghana manager for the second time in three months after a disastrous start to their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.Queiroz, 73, was named head coach of the Black Stars two months out from the World Cup, succeeding Otto Addo who was sacked following emphatic defeats by Austria and Germany.The former Manchester United assistant manager guided Ghana through the group stage, which included a goalless draw with England, before they were knocked out
  
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• Bristol Rovers coach diagnosed with bowel cancer but plans to stay in dugout

  01-10-2026 18:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bristol Rovers assistant coach Paul Raynor has revealed he has been diagnosed with bowel cancer.The 60-year-old said that doctors found a tumour and that he will be starting chemotherapy and radiotherapy from in the coming weeks.He added that the cancer has not spread to any major organs and said his chances of beating the disease are high, asserting that he plans to stay in the dugout if well enough.“It’s bowel cancer. I’m going to deal with it. I’m being positive but, a
  
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• Zidane ready for France-Italy rematch: ‘Not proud, but no regrets’ over 2006 Materazzi headbutt

  01-10-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zidane ready for France-Italy rematch: ‘Not proud, but no regrets’ over 2006 Materazzi headbuttZinedine Zidane insists he is ‘not proud of what I did, but also have no regrets’ over the head-butt on Marco Materazzi in the 2006 World Cup, as Italy and France meet again tomorrow.It kicks off at the Stade de France in Paris on Friday at 19.45 UK time (20.45 CEST).Les Bleus have won their first two Nations League games 1-0, away to Turkiye and Belgium, but this is the first m
  
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