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• Pick of the stats: Wrexham v Southampton

  17-09-2026 16:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Wrexham will look to bounce back from their bruising 6-0 defeat to West Ham United last week with a victory over another promotional hopeful in Southampton.After their opening day loss to Watford though, the Saints have not been beaten in the Championship and have been victorious in their past two games, while the Red Dragons have only won one in seven.Wrexham have lost four of their last five league meetings with Southampton (W1), including both last season.Southampton's two wins over Wrex
  
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• German FA chief calls Gianni Infantino’s reform pledge a ‘transparent ploy’ for re-election

  22-09-2026 14:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  Gianni Infantino’s pledge to discuss reforms within Fifa has been criticised as a mere ploy to get himself re-elected by Germany FA (DFB) president Bernd Neuendorf.Infantino has come under heavy pressure to resign after being forced to abandon plans to sell a 20 percent stake in Fifa tournaments, including the World Cup, to private investors.European governing body Uefa led calls for Infantino to step down after threatening to boycott Fifa competitions, with many Uefa member associations o
  
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• Jose Mourinho has full faith in his current Real Madrid lineup despite derby defeat

  22-09-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Jose Mourinho has full faith in his current Real Madrid lineup despite derby defeatReal Madrid’s hopes of keeping pace with league leaders Barcelona suffered a massive blow when they slumped to a 2-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Madrid derby.Although the game made headlines for controversial refereeing calls, the overall performance from Real Madrid made it evident that the team is not yet ready to compete with Barcelona.Real Madrid’s problems have been further compounded by the
  
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• Man United striker Benjamin Sesko sends message to fans after latest injury setback

  22-09-2026 14:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester United forward Benjamin Sesko has pledged to commit fully to his rehabilitation after being sidelined by a recurring shin problem.The 23-year-old completed a move to Old Trafford from RB Leipzig last August in a deal worth 76.5 million euros (£66.3m) with a further 8.5m euros (£7.4m) in potential add-ons.Sesko netted 12 goals in a promising debut campaign before it was cut short by a shin injury in May, which forced him to miss all of United’s pre-season friendlies.T
  
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• Luis de la Fuente signs new historic Spain contract after World Cup success

  22-09-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Luis de la Fuente signs new historic Spain contract after World Cup successSpain have rewarded head coach Luis de la Fuente for his remarkable success by extending his contract.The 65-year-old’s previous agreement was due to expire in 2028, but the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has now approved a new six-year deal that will keep him at the helm until 2032.He will oversee the 2028 European Championship, the 2030 World Cup and Euro 2032. Spain’s decision to replace Luis Enrique wi
  
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• Juventus close in on Neto return as Grabara faces seven months out

  22-09-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Juventus close in on Neto return as Grabara faces seven months outJuventus are closing in on a return for Neto, with a decision on the free agent goalkeeper expected within the next 24 hours.According to Tuttosport, via Calciomercato.it, the Bianconeri are not convinced Carlo Pinsoglio offers enough security as Guglielmo Vicario’s deputy following Kamil Grabara’s cruciate ligament injury. The Pole has now undergone surgery and faces six to seven months on the sidelines.TURIN, ITALY &
  
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• Philipp Treu eager to solve Germany’s right-back problem by emulating role models Philipp Lahm and Joshua Kimmich

  22-09-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Philipp Treu eager to solve Germany’s right-back problem by emulating role models Philipp Lahm and Joshua KimmichPhilipp Treu could be in line for an immediate Germany debut as Jürgen Klopp begins reshaping one of the national team’s most problematic positions. The 25-year-old Freiburg defender is among the 11 first-time senior internationals included in Klopp’s enormous initial Germany selection and appears to have a realistic chance of featuring against the Netherlands i
  
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• 'My degree shows what footballers can achieve'

  22-09-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Pelle Mattsson joined Norwich from Danish Superliga side Silkeborg last year [Getty Images]Norwich City's Pelle Mattsson said his degree in financial management was proof players "can achieve things outside of football".The 25-year-old midfielder began studying before joining the Championship Canaries from Danish Superliga side Silkeborg last year, and said he studied in his spare time when not on first-team duty.Mattsson, who has made 44 appearances for the club in all competitions, has since s
  
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• 'A really positive start for Barry'

  22-09-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Thierno Barry has been the surprise hit of Everton's season so far, with the 23-year-old striker the match-winner against Ipswich to take his tally to five goals this season.It is a marked improvement in scoring ratio from his eight goals in 41 games last season - and BBC Sport Merseyside commenter Chris Coughlin believes Barry is becoming a favourite with fans. Speaking on Toffees Unwrapped, he said: "There are things to improve, such as the hold-up play, that frustrates me."But h
  
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• Luis Figo talks Mourinho, Mbappe, Ballon d’Or, La Liga title race: ‘Real Madrid will fight until very end’

  22-09-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Luis Figo talks Mourinho, Mbappe, Ballon d’Or, La Liga title race: ‘Real Madrid will fight until very end’Real Madrid have not had the best of starts to the season. Heading into the international break, they are sitting six points behind rivals Barcelona in LaLiga after a 2-1 defeat in the Madrid derby.The result has raised fresh doubts over Jose Mourinho’s side, who have already lost twice this season.However, Real Madrid legend Luis Figo remains confident that Los Blanc
  
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• Arteta agrees long-term Arsenal contract extension

  22-09-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Arteta agrees long-term Arsenal contract extensionMikel Arteta has agreed a new long-term deal with Arsenal including a pay increase, according to a report.Photo by Stu Forster/Getty ImagesSami Mokbel reports for the BBC that Mikel Arteta has agreed an improved new long-term contract with Arsenal, bringing to an end negotiations that have been ongoing for a number of months.Mokbel claims Arteta and Arsenal have reached a final agreement on a new deal, which will include a sharp pay increase on h
  
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• La Liga chief dismisses Real's ref conspiracy claims

  22-09-2026 14:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Javier Tebas has had several past disputes with Real Madrid [Getty Images]La Liga president Javier Tebas says claiming there is a refereeing conspiracy against Real Madrid is like "living in another galaxy".Real manager Jose Mourinho accused officials of making key errors after his side were beaten 2-1 by rivals Atletico Madrid last week.Mourinho brought printouts of screenshots to the post-match news conference, claiming Atletico should have been given two red cards in the first half.Writing in
  
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• Liverpool’s January priority could be shaped by Monaco and Mac Allister

  22-09-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool’s January priority could be shaped by Monaco and Mac AllisterCamara leads Liverpool’s January midfield debate as Mac Allister renewal remains uncertainLiverpool’s January priorities may become clearest when they look beyond the next team sheet. Alexis Mac Allister’s form has been encouraging, but performances alone do not resolve the longer-term decisions facing the club’s midfield.That is why Camara remains such an obvious focus. Liverpool must consider w
  
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• Barcelona attacking trio comfortably beats Real Madrid trifecta heading into international break

  22-09-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona attacking trio comfortably beats Real Madrid trifecta heading into international breakOne month into the new season, the disparity in quality and class has been quite visible between Barcelona and Real Madrid so far.The Catalans have been dominating in every game so far this season, riding on the success of their front duo of Lamine Yamal and Raphinha.But if we add Fermin Lopez into the mix, the Barcelona trifecta appears to have comfortably beaten their Real Madrid counterpart. Barca&
  
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• Simon Jordan urges Martin O’Neil and Celtic to fight back after Glasgow derby defeat

  22-09-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Simon Jordan urges Martin O’Neil and Celtic to fight back after Glasgow derby defeatSimon Jordan has urged Martin O’Neill to respond with more fight after the Celtic manager cast doubts over his future at the club following a poor run of results.The Scottish champions have had a miserable week. They’ve lost three games in seven days, with two of those coming against Glasgow rivals Rangers.Celtic first lost 3-0 to Rangers at Ibrox Stadium in the Scottish League Cup quarter-final
  
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• Young squad & manager deserve backing on learning curve

  22-09-2026 13:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]To paraphrase a fake Marilyn Monroe quote that spawned a thousand profile pictures, "If you can't handle Craig McLeish at his changing the starting line-up and losing 3-0 to Jim Goodwin, then you don't deserve him at his two league wins in August and manager of the month".Saturday's defeat to Dundee United, by whichever metric you settle on, was a disappointment.United have not been without their own wrinkles to iron out this early season and will most likely populate the same blob of teams
  
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• Mbappe talks Mourinho, Ronaldo, Ballon d’Or, World Cup dream, failed Liverpool move

  22-09-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mbappe talks Mourinho, Ronaldo, Ballon d’Or, World Cup dream, failed Liverpool moveKylian Mbappe’s career could have taken a very different path.Before becoming Real Madrid’s leading forward and one of the most recognisable players in world football, Mbappe came remarkably close to joining Liverpool. His latest interview with The Athletic has offered a detailed look at the decision that kept him in France, the influence of Cristiano Ronaldo, his extraordinary World Cup rec
  
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• France captain Kylian Mbappé wants to ‘dedicate’ the Ballon d’Or to Africa should he be crowned

  22-09-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France captain Kylian Mbappé wants to ‘dedicate’ the Ballon d’Or to Africa should he be crownedHis numerous and recent media appearances around the world leave no doubt as to the intentions of Kylian Mbappé (27). With just a few weeks to go before the Ballon d’Or ceremony, the French striker has launched his campaign. He, at any rate, “has a feeling it’s a good year for that”, as he himself explained at a press conference in early September
  
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• Totti in Serie A at 48, the incredible revelation 😱

  22-09-2026 13:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Totti in Serie A at 48, the incredible revelation 😱Troll or real news?As he gets ready to celebrate his 50th birthday in a few days, Francesco Totti could have made a sensational return to Serie A two years ago, at the age of 48.Yes, you read that right. And the source of this revelation? Totti himself!The Italian legend revealed in his autobiography "Oltre," due out soon, excerpts of which were published in the Italian press this Tuesday, that two Serie A clubs tried to sign him two sea
  
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• Totti in Serie A at 48: incredible revelation 😱

  22-09-2026 13:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Totti in Serie A at 48: incredible revelation 😱Troll or real news?As he is about to celebrate his 50th birthday in a few days, Francesco Totti could have made a sensational return to Serie A two years ago, at the age of 48.Yes, you read that right. And the source of this revelation? Himself!The Italian legend revealed in his autobiography "Oltre", due out soon and excerpts of which were published in the Italian press this Tuesday, that two Serie A clubs tried to sign him two seasons ago.
  
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• Torino push for Adams renewal with contract entering final year

  22-09-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Torino push for Adams renewal with contract entering final yearTorino want to tie Che Adams to a new contract, with the Scotland international’s current deal running out at the end of the season.According to Tuttosport, via TuttoMercatoWeb, the forward picked up a low-grade adductor strain in his left thigh on the eve of the Roma game and also missed Saturday’s 1-1 draw at Bologna. The international break works in Ignazio Abate’s favour, with the aim to have him back for the vi
  
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• Another setback for Club Brugge defender after failing Crystal Palace medical

  22-09-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Another setback for Club Brugge defender after failing Crystal Palace medicalOver the summer, it looked like Club Brugge defender Joel Ordonez would be leaving to join Crystal Palace. Club Brugge had been open to selling him this summer as the defender wanted to take another step in his career, and Crystal Palace had been the side wanting to sign the talented Ecuadorian defender. However, Ordonez failed his Crystal Palace medical. He returned to Belgium to focus on getting fit again to play for
  
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• Arteta agrees new deal with champions Arsenal

  22-09-2026 13:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arteta was appointed Arsenal boss in December 2019 [Getty Images]Mikel Arteta has agreed an improved new contract with Premier League champions Arsenal.The Spaniard's current deal expires at the end of the current season but talks over a new contract have been ongoing for a number of months.BBC Sport reported earlier this month that an agreement between all parties was close.And it is now understood that Arteta has reached a final agreement with the Gunners to extend his stay at the club.There i
  
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• Mourinho loses Valverde ahead of Roma clash

  22-09-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho loses Valverde ahead of Roma clashBad news for Real Madrid on the injury front. The Spanish team will have to contend with the sidelines of Federico Valverde, one of the Blancos’ key midfielders, who was sidelined following the recent, intense El Clasico 2-1 defeat to bitter rivals Atlético Madrid. The Uruguayan midfielder’s absence also presents a problem for the Merengues’ upcoming European fixtures, including the Champions League match against Roma on October
  
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• Do statistics back up Neville's effort claim?

  22-09-2026 13:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Manchester United's dismal running and sprinting statistics made for stark reading in the wake of Gary Neville's criticism following the draw against Fulham.The former right-back directly questioned the team's lack of effort and referred to the players as "mannequins".He said United - and Fulham - were walking too much during the game.In the Premier League this season only four teams have covered less distance than the Red Devils, and just three teams have produced fewer sprints.It
  
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• Ferran Torres picks up ridiculous stat with latest match winning goal for PSG

  22-09-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ferran Torres picks up ridiculous stat with latest match winning goal for PSGPSG beat Marseille in an exciting game at the Velodrome, with one Parisian extending his ridiculous start to life in Ligue 1.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.PSG beat Marseille in Le Classique at the weekend ,a really enjoyable and intense derby.The opening goal was just a brilliant bit of striker play whi
  
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• Barcelona boss Hansi Flick attends annual La Liga coaches meeting; Mourinho absent

  22-09-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona boss Hansi Flick attends annual La Liga coaches meeting; Mourinho absentBarcelona’s international break has left Hansi Flick with an unusually small group of first-team players to work with, while the club’s travelling contingent prepares for a demanding period with their respective national teams.Flick has only six senior players available for training this week, with the rest of his squad away on international duty. The German coach and his staff are scheduled to hol
  
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• De Zerbi 'made a rod for his own back' with signings

  22-09-2026 13:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Observer's Rory Smith says Roberto de Zerbi has "almost made a rod for his own back" this season by signing so many players in the transfer window. Following a relegation battle last season, there was a vast summer of recruitment in north London, with 13 players joining. However results haven't improved - with Tottenham bottom of the Premier League table after five games, with just two points gained from a possible 15. "I don't think Tottenham should be bottom [of the table], but I don't thi
  
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• Summer spending put Alonso in 'impossible position'

  22-09-2026 13:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea's Xabi Alonso as well as Roberto de Zerbi of Tottenham are in an "impossible position" this season, believes The Observer's Rory Smith. The managers took charge of their clubs in the spring and oversaw a lot of activity in the transfer window, with Chelsea and Spurs ending the summer as the second and third-highest spenders respectively. Smith says the changes to their squads is why Alonso and De Zerbi need time to build coherence in their sides."We're kind of asking them to do something
  
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• Is Ageu finally ready to prove his worth?

  22-09-2026 13:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Despite defeat at Falkirk and a draw at Kilmarnock heading into the extended international break, the bigger picture for Hearts looks encouraging.A quick Tynecastle health check suggests the patient is in decent shape. Wouter Vrancken has transformed the style of play within months, guided Hearts into the Conference League and the League Cup semi-finals.With a realistic chance of lifting that trophy for the first time in 63 years, there is far more to savour than sulk about.We sit third, wh
  
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