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• OGC Nice predicted XI v Lille: Alidu Seidu to make his debut?

  20-09-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OGC Nice predicted XI v Lille: Alidu Seidu to make his debut?Alidu Seidu joined OGC Nice from Stade Rennais earlier this week in a ‘joker’ deal. The Ghanaian could make his debut against Lille OSC on Sunday afternoon.Nice haven’t won at the Allianz Riviera in Ligue 1 since beating Lille in this fixture last October. Franck Haise was still in charge at the time. A lot has since changed. Olivier Pantaloni doesn’t have any fresh absences to contend with, although Moise Bombi
  
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• 3 things we learned from Fulham vs Manchester United as Red Devils get away with one

  20-09-2026 21:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LONDON — Manchester United fought back to salvage a 1-1 draw against Fulham at Craven Cottage on Sunday, but the pressure continues to build on Michael Carrick despite rescuing a late point to stop the rot after a horrible week. A comical own goal put Fulham ahead in the second half and Alvaro Arbeloa's side deserved to win as they took the game to a lackluster United throughout. But Matheus Cunha's deflected effort in the 89th minute grabbed a point for United. As Carrick breathed a tiny
  
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• Everton Set Huge £75m Price For Man Utd Target: Why Is The Stance Reasonable?

  20-09-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Set Huge £75m Price For Man Utd Target: Why Is The Stance Reasonable?Everton have set a “huge” asking price for Jarrad Branthwaite as Manchester United consider another move for the defender in 2027. Pete O’Rourke of Football Insider reports that United remain keen after Branthwaite’s opening to the 2026/27 season, which has earned him a return to Thomas Tuchel’s England squad. The 24-year-old has become a key part of David Moyes’ plans, giving E
  
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• Thought I was a rat: ex-player hits out at Sandro Wagner

  20-09-2026 21:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thought I was a rat: ex-player hits out at Sandro WagnerAfter Sandro Wagner was dismissed by FC Augsburg in 2025, he has now found a new coaching job. Starting next week, he will be the new head coach of Hannover 96.It is already well known that the extroverted football professional occasionally rubs people the wrong way. A former player has now spoken out with serious accusations and did not have a single good word to say about Wagner.The trigger was two friendly matches in preparation for the
  
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• Video: Pulisic finally breaks Milan drought with first goal of 2026 at club level

  20-09-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Video: Pulisic finally breaks Milan drought with first goal of 2026 at club levelChristian Pulisic has finally ended his goalscoring drought for Milan, opening the scoring against Lecce in Serie A with his first Rossoneri goal this calendar year.You can follow the action from Milan vs. Lecce on the Football Italia Liveblog.ITALY – SEPTEMBER 20: Christian Pulisic of AC Milan is challenged by Wladimiro Falcone of U.S. Lecce during the Serie A match between AC Milan and US Lecce at Stadio Giu
  
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• What have we learned from the Premier League so far?

  20-09-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brighton's 3-0 win over Arsenal could have a big impact on both teams' seasons [Getty Images]The Premier League takes a near three-week break as we enter a four-game international window.So, what have we learned from the opening five matches of the season? BBC Sport takes a look.Arsenal are beatablePremier League champions Arsenal were looking fairly unstoppable in the opening weeks of the season.A win over Brighton on Saturday would have given the Gunners a club-record equalling eighth consecut
  
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• West Ham United Send 17-Year-Old Keeper Into Senior Football: Right Choice?

  20-09-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham United Send 17-Year-Old Keeper Into Senior Football: Right Choice?West Ham United have agreed a short-term loan for a 17-year-old academy goalkeeper, Tommy Goodger, to join Brentwood Town, giving him a chance to experience senior football. The West Ham Way reported the move on September 18, citing ExWHUEmployee.The Football Association confirms that short-term loans to non-league clubs can operate under separate rules, with registration handled by its player status system. Brentwood wil
  
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• Liverpool agree €55m transfer for their next right-back

  20-09-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool agree €55m transfer for their next right-backThe right-back problem will no longer be a headache for Andoni Iraola. There's a fair argument to make that Liverpool's lack of right-back options likely cost Arne Slot his job last season.Sure, there were a multitude of reasons why Slot failed. But not replacing Trent Alexander-Arnold was probably the most costly impact on the team that won the Premier League title.Without Alexander-Arnold, the Reds lost their creative guile going forw
  
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• Sarri: ‘Atalanta improving, but needs to light fire in its soul’

  20-09-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sarri: ‘Atalanta improving, but needs to light fire in its soul’Maurizio Sarri insists Atalanta performances have been ‘improving’ despite a third straight defeat to Juventus, but ‘this team needs to light a fire in its soul.’La Dea had the opportunities to equalise after the Francisco Conceicao opener, specifically when Randal Kolo Muani became a makeshift defender for the goal-line clearance, but Gleison Bremer nodded in a corner to seal the 2-0 result in Tu
  
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• Rangers Warned Of £8m Transfer Repeat After Defender’s Rise: Can They Keep Their Standout?

  20-09-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers Warned Of £8m Transfer Repeat After Defender’s Rise: Can They Keep Their Standout?Former Rangers full-back Alan Hutton has warned the club about a possible repeat of the Jean-Alain Boumsong transfer saga, according to the Daily Record, as relayed by the Glasgow Times.Hutton fears English clubs could target Olwethu Makhanya during the January transfer window after his impressive arrival from Philadelphia Union. The 24-year-old South African defender has quickly earned a promin
  
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• Spalletti: ‘Juventus could have done more against Atalanta, pleased with Kolo Muani’

  20-09-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spalletti: ‘Juventus could have done more against Atalanta, pleased with Kolo Muani’Luciano Spalletti says that he is pleased with Juventus’s overall showing against Atalanta on Sunday evening, even though he thinks the Bianconeri could have scored more than two, and says that he is delighted with the performance of centre-forward Randal Kolo Muani.Goals from Francisco Conceicao and Gleison Bremer gave Juventus a 2-0 victory at home against Maurizio Sarri’s Atalanta on Su
  
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• Milan boss Ruben Amorim takes sly shot at Italian media

  20-09-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan boss Ruben Amorim takes sly shot at Italian mediaSerie A side Milan take on Lecce at the San Siro today. Manager Ruben Amorim has found himself in a spot of bother with the media in recent days and he has now taken a bit of a shot at the Italian press.In a press conference earlier this week, the Portuguese was embroiled in a rather friendly debate with a journalist about his squad selection. He accused him of changing his preferred line-up for Milan, especially after the frustrations aroun
  
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• “They were the better team” – Mikel Arteta shares his thoughts on Arsenal’s defeat to Brighton

  20-09-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “They were the better team” – Mikel Arteta shares his thoughts on Arsenal’s defeat to BrightonArteta Lays Bare Arsenal Problems After Brighton DefeatArsenal were beaten properly on the south coast, and Mikel Arteta did not try to dress it up. Brighton were sharper, more aggressive and far more secure in the basics. Arsenal, by contrast, looked loose, hesitant and strangely fragile in the very areas that usually keep them stable.This was not a game decided by one moment or
  
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• Jose Mourinho launches scathing attack on refereeing after Real Madrid loss: “Congratulations to the Committee”

  20-09-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho launches scathing attack on refereeing after Real Madrid loss: “Congratulations to the Committee”Real Madrid suffered their second defeat of the La Liga campaign today as Atletico Madrid beat them 2-1 in the first Madrid derby of the season. With this loss, the Merengues are already six points behind the league leaders FC Barcelona, with only seven games played in the league so far.As has been the case for most of their away games, Los Blancos again left a lot to be des
  
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• ‘They would not let Manchester United lose’: Fulham boss decries refereeing decisions after Premier League stalemate

  20-09-2026 20:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa has suggested that Manchester United received favourable treatment in Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Craven Cottage because of the VAR controversy over Erling Haaland’s winner in the Manchester derby.Fulham went ahead in the 63rd minute after Lisandro Martinez turned into his own net, though United rescued a point late on as Matheus Cunha’s effort deflected past Bernd Leno in the 89th minute. Both sides wasted chances in a game that was sluggish at times, th
  
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• Juventus’ Francisco Conceicao: “I need to score more goals and provide more assists.”

  20-09-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus’ Francisco Conceicao: “I need to score more goals and provide more assists.”Serie A giants Juventus picked up a hard-fought 2-0 win over Atalanta, thanks to goals from Bremer and Francisco Conceicao. The Portuguese had a big part to play even in general and has now opened up about the result.The winger scored in the first-half but Atalanta kept pushing for an equaliser constantly. Randal Kolo Muani made a decisive interception to deny them an equaliser too, as Bremer s
  
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• Gary Neville lambasts Manchester United’s display against Fulham as an ‘absolute disgrace’

  20-09-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gary Neville criticised Manchester United’s performance during their 1-1 draw with Fulham calling it and ‘absolute disgrace’Matheus Cunha rescued a point for the Red Devils with a deflected strike in the 89th minute after a Lisandro Martinez own goal had sent the Cottagers into the lead. United took 29 shots throughout the game but were unable to capitalise in the final third and the scrutiny will now increase on manager Michael Carrick after a week of poor performances has see
  
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• Analysis: Hosts winless but showing signs of growth

  20-09-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Following three consecutive losses to start the season, Fulham might not have been thrilled to see a trip to Anfield and the visit of Manchester United as their next fixtures.But they could yet prove two of the most important games of Alvaro Arbeloa's reign.Two points gained, a feeling that with a little more luck they could have won either, and more than enough in the performances to see what the Spaniard wants from his side.As at Liverpool last weekend, there was some eye-catchin
  
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• Analysis: Late goal eases pressure on Carrick

  20-09-2026 20:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]It is too early in the season for Michael Carrick's position to be under serious threat.But after back-to-back home defeats and, crucially, the manner of them - losing a Manchester derby having played 10 men for the majority and surrendering a two-goal lead to exit the Carabao Cup - a third league loss in five would have invited plenty of unwanted scrutiny on the Englishman.With a three-week international break to come, there will be no escaping a certain amount of criticism and it
  
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• Amorim: ‘People are not stupid and I think they can handle the truth’

  20-09-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amorim: ‘People are not stupid and I think they can handle the truth’Ruben Amorim admits his speaking style as Milan coach can cause problems, including changes tonight against Lecce. ‘People are not stupid and I think they can handle the truth.’It kicks off at San Siro at 19.45 UK time (20.45 CEST).You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens from today’s five Serie A games on the Liveblog.There is already growing pressure on the Rossoneri after a run o
  
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• Fulham 1-1 Man Utd: What Arbeloa said

  20-09-2026 20:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa speaking to BBC Match of the Day: "I'm upset because we were so close, very unlucky with the goal we conceded. It is what it is, we need to keep working and improving. We knew this month would be difficult against top teams. I think we are in a good way."Both goalkeepers did good saves, many chances for both teams, two strange goals. Obviously we are upset to concede at the end."Calvin [Bassey] is one of the best at the back in the Premier League, he plays at a high
  
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• Michael Carrick: Manchester United 'should've won' at Fulham — What are best, worst scenarios for Man Utd?

  20-09-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael Carrick's reaction after Manchester United's latest setback may well be composed of bewilderment alone, as the Red Devils drew 1-1 to Fulham at Craven Cottage on a strange goal for each team.Carrick implored people not to get carried way with what he called "the first chapter" of our season and disagreed with a reporter branding his side as "passive" early in the second half.The Red Devils trailed until the 89th minute thanks to an unfortunate own goal from Lisandro Martinez, but found a
  
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• 📋 Corinthians line-up to move clear of bottom four; Flu chase top four

  20-09-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Corinthians line-up to move clear of bottom four; Flu chase top fourCorinthians and Fluminense face off at Neo Química Arena this Sunday (20) at 4 p.m. (Brasília time), in a match valid for round 28 of the 2026 Brasileirão.
  The Rio Tricolor sit in fifth place with 45 points and want to get back to winning ways to break into the top four.Timão, meanwhile, who have not won in five rounds, are languishing in 14th place with 32 points and need a win to move away
  
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• Real Madrid captain suffers injury blow after controversial Atletico Madrid derby tackle

  20-09-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid captain suffers injury blow after controversial Atletico Madrid derby tackleReal Madrid’s derby defeat to Atletico Madrid came under controversial circumstances, with refereeing decisions taking centre stage.Los Blancos lost 2-1 to Atletico Madrid after being reduced to 10 men in the second half, with Dean Huijsen receiving a red card.Their derby defeat to Los Colchoneros has brought another significant setback, with Fede Valverde expected to spend the next few weeks on the sid
  
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• 🚨 Valencia v Real Sociedad XIs: Valencia switch system, Kubo on bench

  20-09-2026 20:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Valencia v Real Sociedad XIs: Valencia switch system, Kubo on benchValencia and Real Sociedad face off in La Liga.Los ché come into this after winning at Mendizorroza, while La Real are coming off defeats to Atlético de Madrid and Bournemouth.
  Here is how both teams line up for the match...VALENCIA XIREAL SOCIEDAD XIThis article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
  
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• Who is Arsenal’s fastest player?

  20-09-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Who is Arsenal’s fastest player?The figures also produced one particularly surprising name near the top of Arsenal’s match-day speed rankings at the Amex.Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty ImagesAgainst Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday, Arsenal’s lack of blistering pace was evident.Without Gabriel Martinelli to call upon, they had no obvious escape route over the top from Brighton’s relentless press.Out of curiosity, I looked at the running stats from the game, and the list
  
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• Liverpool eye move for 'excellent' sensation, Man United also want him

  20-09-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool eye move for 'excellent' sensation, Man United also want himLiverpool still have a lot of areas among their ranks that could do with an upgrade or two. Last term, the Reds massively underperformed which led to them finishing fifth in the Premier League table.This lack of form then resulted in Arne Slot being relieved of his duties.Most people expected the Dutchman to stay in charge of the Reds after he wasn't sacked earlier in the season but, to the surprise of many, Fenway Sports Grou
  
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• Juventus supporters interrupt minute’s silence for Inter legend Mazzola

  20-09-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus supporters interrupt minute’s silence for Inter legend MazzolaA minute’s silence for the legendary Sandro Mazzola ahead of the Serie A match between Juventus and Atalanta was interrupted by a small section of Bianconeri supporters, who turned their backs to the pitch and sang chants for a collection of Juve legends.Juventus supporters interrupt minute’s silence for MazzolaMinute’s silences are being held ahead of all Serie A matches this weekend following the dea
  
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• 🚨 OM-PSG: Le Classique line-ups are in!

  20-09-2026 19:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 OM-PSG: Le Classique line-ups are in!It’s time for the L1 showdown!This Sunday evening, OM host PSG as part of the fifth Ligue 1 matchday.On paper, this Classique looks more one-sided than it has in a long time, despite Paris’ sluggish start to the season.Coming off four straight defeats and with a limited squad, OM head into this match with a starting XI virtually unchanged from their last league outing. The only surprise is Angel Gomes on the bench, with Neal Maupay prefe
  
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• Serie A | Juventus 2-0 Atalanta: Old Lady revitalised, but third Dea defeat

  20-09-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A | Juventus 2-0 Atalanta: Old Lady revitalised, but third Dea defeatJuventus took their chances with Francisco Conceicao and Gleison Bremer, dooming Maurizio Sarri’s Atalanta to a third consecutive defeat.The Bianconeri got back on track with Thursday’s 5-0 Europa League victory over NEC, but scraped one point from the last two Serie A games, so the pressure was already on. Kamil Grabara added to the injury crisis with Kenan Yildiz, Manuel Locatelli, Khephren Thuram, Jeremie B
  
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