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• Official | Norwegian defender Andreas Hanche-Olsen swaps Mainz 05 for Chicago Fire

  02-09-2026 00:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Norwegian defender Andreas Hanche-Olsen swaps Mainz 05 for Chicago FireMainz 05 have officially confirmed the departure of Norwegian international Andreas Hanche-Olsen to MLS side Chicago Fire. The 29-year-old centre-back leaves the Rheinhessen club with immediate effect after three-and-a-half years at the MEWA Arena. Hanche-Olsen has reportedly signed a long-term contract with Chicago, where he will continue his career alongside former Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandows
  
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• 📸 Boom! Ex-Schalke man smashes in a dream free-kick past Galatasaray

  09-09-2026 22:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Boom! Ex-Schalke man smashes in a dream free-kick past GalatasarayFrom royal blue to the royal class. Former Schalke pro Rodrigo Zalazar has scored his first goal in the Champions League. The attacking player, who now plays for Sporting, thundered a dream free kick into the net in the clash with Galatasaray.It was already the Portuguese side’s third goal in their opening match of the new league phase in the Champions League.This article was translated into English by Artificial I
  
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• Update On Manchester City And Their Pursuit Of This Crystal Palace Star: Good Decision For Maresca?

  09-09-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Update On Manchester City And Their Pursuit Of This Crystal Palace Star: Good Decision For Maresca?In a recent report, journalist Pete O’Rourke offered an update on Manchester City and their pursuit of Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton. It has been mentioned that the Mancunian club have dropped their interest in the English midfielder and won’t pursue a move for him this January.Wharton’s Impressive Form In The Premier LeagueWharton enjoyed a great run of form at the London club
  
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• 3️⃣ PSG new boy continues to shine with CL hat-trick

  09-09-2026 22:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  3️⃣ PSG new boy continues to shine with CL hat-trickFerran Torres has certainly found his feet in the red and blue of PSG.
  The playmaker completed his €50m move from Barcelona to PSG this summer and hasn't looked back.After scoring two goals in his opening three games, Torres continued his electric start in Paris with a Champions League hat-trick against Slovan Bratislava.As a result, the 26-year-old made club history by scoring three goals on his Champions League debut.&n
  
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• On his first call-up! Feed freezes, and player misses his own name 🎥

  09-09-2026 22:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  On his first call-up! Feed freezes, and player misses his own name 🎥Midfielder Gabriel Bontempo had a special day this Wednesday (9) as he was called up to the Brazilian National Team for the first time.But the experience probably wasn’t quite how the Santos player had imagined it.He was watching the squad announcement on YouTube, and right at the moment Carlo Ancelotti mentioned his name, the stream froze.See below how the moment unfolded:Bontempo has been standing out this season
  
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• Napoli’s Meret suffers injury in Arsenal Champions League clash

  09-09-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Napoli’s Meret suffers injury in Arsenal Champions League clashNapoli goalkeeper Alex Meret has been replaced at half-time of the Partenopei’s Champions League league phase clash against Premier League champions Arsenal.After showing some distress in the first half, Meret was substituted at the interval, with Vanja Milinkovic-Savic coming on in his place.The Italian goalkeeper appeared to be struggling with an adductor issue to the inside of his left thigh, although Napoli have not y
  
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• Enzo Maresca got a complete team performance from his Manchester City side against FC Porto

  09-09-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Enzo Maresca got a complete team performance from his Manchester City side against FC PortoManchester City saw off a determined FC Porto side at the Estádio do Dragão to begin their UEFA Champions League campaign with a 2-0 win. A second half brace from Erling Haaland was enough for Enzo Maresca’s side to pick up all three points. FC Porto are a quality outfit in their own right. Last night’s match was a proper test for City. It was a test they passed with flying colour
  
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• 📸 Barcola's unbelievable miss 😱

  09-09-2026 22:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Barcola's unbelievable miss 😱Old demons.This Wednesday evening, Liverpool begin their 2026-2027 Champions League campaign with a heavyweight clash against Atlético de Madrid.
  Making his very first start since his huge summer transfer, Bradley Barcola came very close to opening his account for Liverpool.Brilliantly picked out by Florian Wirtz, the France international found himself one-on-one with Jan Oblak.But unfortunately for him, Bradley Barcola came close to missing
  
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• Update On The Future Of This Sunderland Winger: Good Move For Both Parties?

  09-09-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Update On The Future Of This Sunderland Winger: Good Move For Both Parties?In a recent report, journalist Pete O’Rourke offered an update on the future of Sunderland winger Chemsdine Talbi. It has been claimed that the Moroccan talent is close to leaving the Black Cats to join Al-Ittihad in the coming days.Talbi’s Important Role At Sunderland Last SeasonTalbi played a useful role in the Wearside club’s squad in the previous campaign as he managed to put in a run of productive d
  
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• Rafa Leao thanks Ruben Amorim for helping with Milan exit

  09-09-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rafa Leao thanks Ruben Amorim for helping with Milan exitSerie A side Milan finally managed to move on from Rafael Leao late in the summer transfer window, as Galatasaray signed him. The attacker has already made his debut for the Turkish side and has now opened up about his Milan departure.He spoke to the press ahead of the Champions League game against Sporting. He was – as it would be, asked about the Rossoneri exit and Leao didn’t back away from the topic.He said – via TMW,
  
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• Nkunku ‘surprised’ by Milan sale: ‘I don’t understand why they acted that way’

  09-09-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nkunku ‘surprised’ by Milan sale: ‘I don’t understand why they acted that way’Christopher Nkunku admits he was surprised by Milan’s decision to send him back to RB Leipzig and says he still does not understand why the Rossoneri handled his departure that way.The French forward returned to Leipzig after just one season at Milan, having joined the Italian side from Chelsea in the summer of 2025.Reflecting on his time between Chelsea and Milan, Nkunku said in com
  
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• 🎥 I didn't mean to mock: Rodri apologises after Valencia row

  09-09-2026 21:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 I didn't mean to mock: Rodri apologises after Valencia rowRodri Hernández has apologized for his comments about Valencia last Sunday. The Manchester City midfielder says that “at no point” did he mean to mock the club’s situation.The Spanish footballer says the controversy arose from a private conversation. According to him, “we should all learn a little more” when it comes to judging this kind of content.Rodri is calling for context to understand h
  
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• 👑 Dembélé joins French royalty with rapid CL brace

  09-09-2026 21:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👑 Dembélé joins French royalty with rapid CL brace There's no stopping Ousmane Dembélé when it comes to scoring in the Champions League.
  The French attacker scored eight goals in Europe's elite competition last term and wasted no time opening his account in 2026/27.Dembélé struck after just 17 minutes against Slovan Bratislava before heading in a second midway through the first half.In the process, the 29-year-old reached a Champions landmark goa
  
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• Dembélé among the very best French goalscorers in the Champions League ✨

  09-09-2026 21:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dembélé among the very best French goalscorers in the Champions League ✨Among the very greatest.This Wednesday evening, PSG return to the Champions League against Slovan Bratislava.Paris lead 3-0 at half-time, thanks in particular to an outstanding Ousmane Dembélé, who has scored twice and provided an assist for Ferran Torres!
  Two more Champions League goals for the reigning Ballon d'Or winner, enough to earn him a place in a prestigious top five.With this brac
  
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• Dembélé among France's top Champions League scorers ✨

  09-09-2026 21:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dembélé among France's top Champions League scorers ✨Among the very greatest.This Wednesday evening, PSG return to the Champions League against Slovan Bratislava.Paris lead 3-0 at half-time, notably thanks to an outstanding Ousmane Dembélé, who has scored twice and provided an assist for Ferran Torres!
  Two more Champions League goals for the reigning Ballon d'Or winner, allowing him to break into a prestigious top 5.With this brace, Dembélé become
  
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• Manchester United Are Keeping Tabs On This Gifted Striker: Is He A Star In The Making?

  09-09-2026 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are Keeping Tabs On This Gifted Striker: Is He A Star In The Making?In a recent report, Graeme Bailey stated that Manchester United are keeping tabs on Al-Hilal striker Mohamed Kader Meite. It has been stated that the Red Devils maintain their interest in signing the Ivory Coast talent, but are facing competition from Arsenal, Aston Villa, Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur in pursuit of him.Meite’s Impressive Form In Saudi ArabiaMeite has caught the eye at times with
  
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• 🤯 Anfield is his! Atlético star extends mad run against Liverpool

  09-09-2026 21:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤯 Anfield is his! Atlético star extends mad run against LiverpoolMarcos Llorente is and remains Liverpool’s personified nightmare. The Spaniard is actually a defender by trade, so scoring goals is not exactly one of his core strengths. Except when he is visiting Anfield Road. In Liverpool, the Spanish world champion regularly turns into a goalgetter. So it was almost inevitable that Llorente would find the net against the Reds again today. Five of his now ten Champions
  
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• Scottish clubs face tougher Europa League route

  09-09-2026 21:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Uefa has made a change to the qualifying rounds of the Europa League which will make it more difficult for Scotland's representative to qualify for the league phase.From next season, the final qualifying round will be split into paths for champions and non-champions, mirroring the system in the Champions League and the Conference League.The Europa League third qualifying round currently has two paths, but condenses into one seeded draw of all teams in the final stage. From next season, it will s
  
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• Atléti star haunts Liverpool with another CL strike 👻

  09-09-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atléti star haunts Liverpool with another CL strike 👻Atlético Madrid made a flying start to their 2026/27 Champions League campaign with an early opener at Anfield.
  Despite facing early pressure against Liverpool, Atléti rode the storm and stunned the Reds with a flowing counter-attack.Marcos Llorente applied a composed finish to cap the move and continued an exceptional personal record against the Reds. Remarkably, the Spain international has scored just 1
  
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• Yamal Gets A Perfect 10 | Barcelona Players Rated In Dominant Win Vs Feyenoord

  09-09-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Yamal Gets A Perfect 10 | Barcelona Players Rated In Dominant Win Vs FeyenoordBarcelona entertained Feyenoord at the Nou Camp earlier this evening as they hoped to secure a good result at home in the UEFA Champions League. The Catalan club made a quick start to the game and got their noses ahead in the third-minute when Raphinha got his name on the scoresheet. Karim Adeyemi doubled his side’s advantage in the 22nd minute as Hansi Flick’s men went into the half-time break with a 2-0 l
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are In Pole Position To Land This Gifted Youngster: One For The Future?

  09-09-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are In Pole Position To Land This Gifted Youngster: One For The Future?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey claimed that Tottenham Hotspur are in pole position to land Dinamo Tbilisi youngster Tornike Kvaratskhelia, who is the younger brother of Paris Saint-Germain’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. It has been mentioned that Spurs would have to compete with Chelsea in the race to land the Georgian whizkid.Kvaratskhelia’s Impressive Rise In Georgian FootballKvaratskhe
  
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• Hutchinson introduces himself to Milan fans: ‘Amorim wanted me’

  09-09-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hutchinson introduces himself to Milan fans: ‘Amorim wanted me’Omari Hutchinson has revealed that Ruben Amorim was instrumental in his move to Milan, explaining that the Rossoneri coach was impressed by him after seeing him play against Manchester United.The 22-year-old was officially presented as a Milan signing at the club’s Flagship Store on Via Dante in Milan.Asked how the opportunity to join Milan came about, Hutchinson said: “The manager wanted me, I think he spoke
  
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• Raphinha staying focused after Barcelona thrash Feyenoord 5-1: ‘The idea is to carry on like this’

  09-09-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Raphinha staying focused after Barcelona thrash Feyenoord 5-1: ‘The idea is to carry on like this’It was another near-perfect performance from FC Barcelona as they thrashed Feyenoord 5-1 in their first UEFA Champions League match of the 2026/27 season.The Blaugrana got up and running early in the game, with captain Raphinha giving them the lead just three minutes in before Karim Adeyemi scored a screamer to make it 2-0.Raphinha netted his second of the day after the half-time break,
  
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• West Ham United Star Sparks Nuno’s Anger: What Does His Mistake Say About The Club?

  09-09-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham United Star Sparks Nuno’s Anger: What Does His Mistake Say About The Club?West Ham United climbed to the top of the Championship after a 3-2 win at Bolton Wanderers, yet the result came with a late warning for Nuno Espirito Santo. Dan Lewis of West Ham Zone reported that the manager looked visibly frustrated with Joel Veltman after the substitute made a costly mistake in stoppage time.Veltman had entered before the hour and soon made a useful contribution, setting up Jarrod Bowen
  
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• Who is Reggie Watson? Chelsea start 16-year-old son of Premier League veteran in League Cup vs Leeds

  09-09-2026 21:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea's midfield has been an item of discussion this young season, and new boss Xabi Alonso is throwing a Reggie Watson's teenage hat in the ring.MORE — Latest League Cup scores, scheduleAlonso is starting the 16-year-old Watson — not set for a birthday until early next year — alongside Valentin Barco for Wednesday's League Cup match against Leeds United.Watson has captain England at the U15 and U16 levels, scoring five goals with an assist in six games for the younger group
  
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• Report – Mourinho’s plans for Real Madrid midfielder recently returned from injury

  09-09-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report – Mourinho’s plans for Real Madrid midfielder recently returned from injuryAfter a month into the new season, Aurelien Tchouameni is finally back in action for Real Madrid. The Frenchman made his first appearance of the season for the Merengues last night against Inter Milan after recovering from the muscular injury that delayed his campaign.His return to fitness had raised questions over where he would fit into Mourinho’s plans. Tchouameni has been a regular in Real Mad
  
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• Arsenal lean on rare experience in Champions League outing 👴

  09-09-2026 20:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal lean on rare experience in Champions League outing 👴Arsenal have plenty of young prospects knocking on the first-team door, currently.
  16-year-old Max Dowman, midfield regular Myles Lewis-Skelly, and defender Cristhian Mosquera are just some of the young talents at Mikel Arteta's disposal.
  However, the Gunners boss went for a different approach for the Champions League clash at Napoli this evening.Arteta seemingly targeted experience over youth at the Stadio Diego
  
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• Flaco López: from Corrientes to the world

  09-09-2026 20:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flaco López: from Corrientes to the worldDiscover the new PUMA Ultra 7. Click here to learn more.José Manuel “El Flaco” López has established himself as one of the biggest sensations in South American football and a rising figure for the Argentina National Team. His flawless development at Palmeiras propelled him straight into the elite of continental football.In the Brasileirão, the striker from Corrientes shone as Palmeiras’ attacking leader throug
  
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• UEFA Champions League 2026-27 league phase table: Latest standings

  09-09-2026 20:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The UEFA Champions League is back for a third spin in its latest format, which sees 32 teams play eight opponents for the right to continue into knockout play.Two-time defending champions Paris Saint-Germain are back and hoping to engineer the first European Cup threepeat club on the men's side since Real Madrid in 2017-18.MORE — UCL past winners | 2026-27 UCL schedule | All-time scorers listLa Liga powers Barcelona and Real Madrid are among the sides labeled favorites to chase down PSG, w
  
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• Stuttgart see off Champions League debutants Viking

  09-09-2026 20:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Champions LeagueStuttgart 3 - 1 Viking FTStuttgart's Ermedin Demirovic scored a hat-trick as the German side overcame Viking in the Champions League [Getty Images]Ermedin Demirovic's 12-minute first-half hat-trick earned Stuttgart victory in a thrilling match against Champions League debutants Viking.The forward opened the scoring on 20 minutes, lashing into the roof of the net from close range from Angelo Stiller's cut-back.Norwegian champions Viking had started the game well and quickly e
  
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