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• PLAYER RATINGS | OGC Nice 2-1 Strasbourg: Jonathan Clauss completes comeback win for Le Gym

  11-10-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PLAYER RATINGS | OGC Nice 2-1 Strasbourg: Jonathan Clauss completes comeback win for Le GymLigue 1 McDonald’s, Round 6, 11/10/26Having failed to win a Ligue 1 game at home in almost a year, OGC Nice have now won two in a row thanks to their comeback against RC Strasbourg Alsace (2-1) secured by Jonathan Clauss’ late strike. The MatchThe Allianz Riviera was in a boredom-enduced lull until Dario Essugo’s opener just moments before half-time. There was little rhythm and even less
  
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• Cardinale disappointed in Milan as newspaper highlights four issues for Amorim to fix

  12-10-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cardinale disappointed in Milan as newspaper highlights four issues for Amorim to fixReports in Italy claim that Milan owner Gerry Cardinale was disappointed after watching his side’s 1-1 draw away against Sassuolo in Serie A on Sunday evening, leaving Ruben Amorim with four main issues to address.Gazzetta: Cardinale disappointed after Sassuolo 1-1 MilanThe Rossoneri had to settle for a 1-1 draw away against Sassuolo on their return to league action on Sunday evening: Adrien Rabiot opened
  
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• Arsenal could move ahead of Bundesliga giants in chase for €150m attacker

  12-10-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal could move ahead of Bundesliga giants in chase for €150m attackerArsenal and Kenan Yildiz, why Bayern Munich stepping aside could shape a €150m transfer battleArsenal have spent long enough circling elite forwards without landing the one that truly changes the ceiling. That is the backdrop to the latest reporting around Kenan Yildiz, with TEAMTALK credited as the original source of the story and the broader market context. The key point is simple, Bayern Munich are not expected
  
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• Premier League reaction: Man City maintain perfect record but will it matter?

  12-10-2026 10:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League reaction as Manchester City maintain their perfect start in a 3-0 win at LiverpoolIt was City's first game since being found guilty of 114 charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules between 2009-10 and 2017-18"With this as the backdrop, City strode into this fevered Anfield atmosphere, with Liverpool fans high on adrenaline", writes Phil McNultyMan City's fans showed defiance, waving hundreds of inflatable bananas and brandished a flag reading 'In Khaldoon We Tr
  
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• Plymouth's win gives Cleverley an all-time feeling

  12-10-2026 10:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tom Cleverley has guided Plymouth Argyle to the summit of Legaue One [Shutterstock]Tom Cleverley says Plymouth Argyle's last-gasp win over AFC Wimbledon is one of the best feelings he had has since retiring from playing.Xavier Amaechi's goal in the fifth minute of second-half stoppage time ensured a 2-1 victory at Home Park and kept Argyle top of League One.It was the Pilgrims' fifth win in six games as they opened up a two-point lead over Bradford City, who have a game in hand, after the Bantam
  
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• Liverpool face big question after Man City ruthlessly expose major flaw

  12-10-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Iraola Invincibles are no more. As Rayan Cherki’s impudently brilliant goal ensured that Bob Paisley and Joe Fagan remain the only two permanent Liverpool managers to go unbeaten in their first six league games in charge, a longer undefeated run was ended. Andoni Iraola had not tasted defeat in anything since a penalty shootout at Newcastle nine months ago, and not within 90 minutes since the third day of the year.For those who like to affix asterisks – and they can abound at the
  
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• Ilkay Gundogan talks Barcelona exit, Xavi, Flick, Lamine, Cubarsi, Fermin, Rodri, Gabriel Jesus

  12-10-2026 10:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ilkay Gundogan talks Barcelona exit, Xavi, Flick, Lamine, Cubarsi, Fermin, Rodri, Gabriel JesusGalatasaray midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has described Barcelona as the strongest team in world football ahead of their Champions League meeting, while reflecting on his season at the Catalan club and the people who influenced his experience there.Speaking to Mundo Deportivo, the former Barcelona, Manchester City and Borussia Dortmund midfielder discussed Hansi Flick’s impact, Xavi’s influence
  
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• Champions League Preview | Viking FK vs Bayern Munich: The ideal opening match for Vincent Kompany after Bundesliga slip-up?

  12-10-2026 10:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Champions League Preview | Viking FK vs Bayern Munich: The ideal opening match for Vincent Kompany after Bundesliga slip-up?The cold and dark nights are drawing in over Europe, which can only mean one thing: the return of Champions League football. For Vincent Kompany’s Bayern Munich, they travel to the seaside town of Stavanger, Norway, to play Viking FK – a team which hasn’t featured in the Champions League since 2008 (then called the UEFA Cup). Following a disappoi
  
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• Real Madrid identify €60m-rated Brighton defender as potential 2027 transfer target – report

  12-10-2026 10:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid identify €60m-rated Brighton defender as potential 2027 transfer target – reportReal Madrid are keeping tabs on Brighton & Hove Albion defender Luka Vuskovic as they assess options to strengthen their defence ahead of the 2027 transfer windows. According to Bernabeu Digital, the Croatian centre-back is among the players under consideration as Los Blancos plan for a potential defensive overhaul in the summer of 2027.The interest comes as Real Madrid prepare for pos
  
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• Premier League review: Man City maintain perfect record but will it matter?

  12-10-2026 10:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League reaction as Manchester City maintain their perfect start in a 3-0 win at LiverpoolIt was City's first game since being found guilty of 114 charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules between 2009-10 and 2017-18"With this as the backdrop, City strode into this fevered Anfield atmosphere, with Liverpool fans high on adrenaline", writes Phil McNultyMan City's fans showed defiance, waving hundreds of inflatable bananas and brandished a flag reading 'In Khaldoon We Tr
  
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• Matias Soule tipped to start against Real Madrid

  12-10-2026 10:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Matias Soule tipped to start against Real MadridAfter a 0-0 draw at Como, Roma, who had been down since the 53rd minute, are ready to make their Champions League debut at the Stadio Olimpico. Wednesday’s fixture is a huge one: Mourinho’s Real Madrid are coming. The Giallorossi will resume training in the next few hours and will have a final session tomorrow. Cristante and Svilar are still out, making them unlikely to be on the pitch. The former is expected to return after the break,
  
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• Today’s Papers: Lazio join the lead, Spalletti-Pisacane row, Malen madness

  12-10-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers: Lazio join the lead, Spalletti-Pisacane row, Malen madnessLa Gazzetta dello SportNot like that Milan do too little, and the tension risesAmorim accuses, Cardinale disappointedOnly Rabior shows up, a draw against Sassuolo. The coach: ‘A victory thrown away’Juve: A point of anger How many errors against Cagliari? Spalletti-Pisacane rowLazio lead Gasp and Fabregas without goalsMalen gets sent off, Roma hold on but protestGattuso setting records, Monz
  
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• The response on the pitch from Manchester City at Anfield was ruthless

  12-10-2026 10:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The response on the pitch from Manchester City at Anfield was ruthlessManchester City beat Liverpool 3-0 at Anfield yesterday in convincing fashion. Yesterday’s match was delicately poised until Ryan Gravenberch was sent off in the 62nd minute for picking up his second yellow card for a foul on Jeremy Doku. From there, Enzo Maresca’s side clicked into gear. Goals from Erling Haaland, Jeremy Doku and Rayan Cherki sealed City’s win. When the game was there to be won, Manchester C
  
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• Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal one goal away from matching Mbappe’s Champions League record

  12-10-2026 10:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal one goal away from matching Mbappe’s Champions League recordBarcelona sensation Lamine Yamal is one goal away from matching Kylian Mbappe’s record for Champions League goals scored before turning 20. The 19-year-old has already surpassed the Real Madrid forward’s tally before the age of 19 and is now chasing another milestone in a competition where he continues to make history.According to Mundo Deportivo, Yamal has scored 12 goals and regi
  
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• Liverpool legend has future confirmed after major news emerges from Anfield

  12-10-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool legend has future confirmed after major news emerges from AnfieldThe Premier League season may only be five games in at the moment but, changes are already being mooted. Liverpool came into the 2026-27 campaign hoping that they'd be able to do better than they did last term with some summer signings potentially helping them achieve that.In the end, four new players were welcomed through the Anfield doors and, while Ronald Araujo and Victor Munoz have helped make things better at Anfiel
  
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• From Football Matches to Digital Gaming: The New Era of Entertainment

  12-10-2026 10:04 via finance.yahoo.com
  
  From Football Matches to Digital Gaming: The New Era of EntertainmentOn May 5, 1946, Italians played the first paper slip listing 12 football matches, at 30 lire a play, and one of them, Emilio Biasotti, called all 12 results. The idea belonged to Massimo Della Pergola, a sports journalist who had worked out the 1, X and 2 scheme in 1943 and, once the war ended, founded Sisal with two partners to run it. CONI, the Italian Olympic committee, backed the launch.The slip turned 80 this spring, and S
  
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• Vinícius Suspension Puts Real Madrid’s Clásico Plans at Risk

  12-10-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vinícius Suspension Puts Real Madrid’s Clásico Plans at RiskReal Madrid are reportedly planning to challenge Vinícius Júnior’s red card, although accounts differ over the club’s expectations of success and the length of a likely suspension. Sports Mole, citing Marca, report that the club intends to appeal after the forward was sent off following a VAR review of his hair pull on Villarreal defender Nathan Saliba. AS, however, say Real Madrid sees litt
  
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• Real Madrid confident of signing Manchester United prodigy JJ Gabriel

  12-10-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid confident of signing Manchester United prodigy JJ GabrielReal Madrid are confident of signing Manchester United youngster JJ Gabriel, per Spanish outlet Diario AS.Gabriel made headlines after he asked to leave United and requested his registration be cancelled.The Premier League giants want to keep hold of their player and have reportedly offered him a scholarship contract.But it is increasingly likely the teenager will leave to join another club.Gabriel’s situation has alerted
  
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• Villarreal captain defends referee after Vinicius red card and takes swipe at Mourinho: ‘He did that with us at Tottenham too’

  12-10-2026 09:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Villarreal captain defends referee after Vinicius red card and takes swipe at Mourinho: ‘He did that with us at Tottenham too’Villarreal captain Juan Foyth has defended referee Isidro Diaz de Mera Escuderos following the controversy surrounding Vinicius Jr.’s red card in Real Madrid’s 1-0 victory. The Argentine defender believes the official handled a difficult match well and considers the decision to dismiss the Brazilian correct under the rules.The result was overs
  
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• Premier League Clubs keep tabs on French international attacker

  12-10-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League Clubs keep tabs on French international attackerEverton Transfer News: Esteban Lepaul Emerges as Leading January Striker TargetEverton’s search for more punch in attack appears to have taken them back across the Channel, with TEAMtalk reporting that Rennes striker Esteban Lepaul has become a serious name in the club’s thinking ahead of January.There is a familiar rhythm to this kind of story at Goodison Park. A forward catches fire abroad, scouts circle, rivals hover a
  
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• Confirmed: Liverpool star will miss Brentford clash

  12-10-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Liverpool star will miss Brentford clashRyan Gravenberch Suspension Leaves Liverpool Short for Brentford TripLiverpool will be without Ryan Gravenberch for the Premier League trip to Brentford, with the midfielder set to serve a one-match suspension after his sending-off against Manchester City. The update was confirmed by Liverpoolfc.com, and it hands Andoni Iraola an early selection issue ahead of a potentially awkward away fixture.Gravenberch’s absence means he will miss next
  
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• Seedorf back in football as Corinthians head coach

  12-10-2026 09:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Clarence Seedorf played 87 times for the Netherlands, scoring 11 goals [Getty Images]Corinthians have appointed Clarence Seedorf as their head coach, with the former Netherlands midfielder taking on his first coaching role since 2019.The 50-year-old has joined on a contract until the end of 2027 with the club 16th in the Brazilian top flight, one place above the relegation zone with eight games left.Seedorf succeeds former Brazil interim national coach Fernando Diniz, who was sacked by Corinthia
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona squad list to face Galatasaray; Raphinha and two other key players ruled out

  12-10-2026 09:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona squad list to face Galatasaray; Raphinha and two other key players ruled outBarcelona have confirmed their squad for Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League clash against Galatasaray in Istanbul, with Raphinha, Frenkie de Jong and Andreas Christensen among the notable absentees. Hansi Flick must prepare for the European fixture without several players dealing with fitness problems, while Roony Bardghji is also unavailable for the trip to Turkey.The absence of Raphinha is
  
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• Unchanged from Getafe: Barça's squad for Galatasaray 🛫

  12-10-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Unchanged from Getafe: Barça's squad for Galatasaray 🛫FC Barcelona are heading to Turkey for the second matchday of the UEFA Champions League league phase. Barça will face Galatasaray at the always-intimidating Ali Sami Yen in Istanbul, looking to build on their promising European form after a flawless start to their domestic league campaign.Hansi Flick has decided to stick with the squad that secured a convincing win over Getafe. The German coach has full faith in the team
  
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• ‘Maybe I got on people’s nerves’ – OGC Nice’s Jonathan Clauss on giving up the armband

  12-10-2026 09:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘Maybe I got on people’s nerves’ – OGC Nice’s Jonathan Clauss on giving up the armbandWhen OGC Nice walked out against Lille OSC just before the international break, it was a surprise to see Axel Witsel leading the team and wearing the captain’s armband. A change in captaincy had not been announced, but Jonathan Clauss, who had worn the armband in the wake of Dante’s retirement over the summer, had seemingly renounced or lost the role.Olivier Pantaloni r
  
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• National League club Forest Green to play without manager after Robbie Savage departure

  12-10-2026 09:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  National League side Forest Green Rovers will not immediately look for a new manager after the departure of Robbie Savage, with owner Dale Vince suggesting the club intend to “try something new”.Savage left at the start of October for a role with Peterborough in League One having spent a little over a year in charge in Gloucestershire.But even with the club languishing towards the bottom of the English fifth tier, Vince believes that no new appointment is necessary with a trio of coa
  
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• Moyes may offer Celtic solution next summer - gossip

  12-10-2026 09:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Could experienced Premier League manager end up at Celtic, where his professional career started? Celtic will be keeping an eye on David Moyes as a possible successor to Martin O'Neill next season, with his Everton contract expiring in the summer and the club's owners looking to sell up. (Alan Nixon on Patreon - subscription required)Rangers have no transfer plans for January unless manager Derek McInnes identifies an issue that forces the club into the market. (Glasgow Times)Range
  
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• Watch: Vinicius’ furious reaction after Villarreal red card that could rule him out of El Clasico

  12-10-2026 09:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch: Vinicius’ furious reaction after Villarreal red card that could rule him out of El ClasicoVinicius Jr. could face a suspension of up to four matches following his controversial red card against Villarreal, with his reaction to the dismissal potentially increasing the punishment. The Real Madrid forward is already at risk of missing the 25 October El Clasico against Barcelona, although the final disciplinary decision has not yet been announced.Notably, the incident caused anger
  
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• The Man City mess is unsustainable for the Premier League

  12-10-2026 09:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It was, in the words of one senior football figure, like “sitting in purgatory”. That could be sensed in the reactions at Anfield.On one side, righteous jubilation, “rising above it”. Enzo Maresca sat there beaming after his Manchester City team’s brilliant 3-0 win over Liverpool. It leaves them with a perfect six wins from six, and again top of the league.And yet that was all to the soundtrack of Liverpool fans singing “going down”.Up. Down. All so uncl
  
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• Barcelona reach agreement with homegrown star over contract extension until 2031; announcement imminent

  12-10-2026 09:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona reach agreement with homegrown star over contract extension until 2031; announcement imminentAccording to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona have reached an agreement with Marc Bernal to extend his contract until 2031.The outlet mentions that the new deal could be signed this week, with only the final paperwork and official announcement still pending.The agreement shows Barcelona’s confidence in the 18-year-old midfielder, whom Hansi Flick continues to rate highly despite his limited pla
  
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