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• Pocognoli has no concerns over lack of Scots goals

  28-09-2026 16:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scotland trained at Hampden on Monday morning [SNS]Sebastien Pocognoli does not believe "there's any concerns" around a lack of goals as Scotland prepare for his first home match in charge against Switzerland on Tuesday.In his debut as their manager on Saturday, a goalless Nations League draw in Slovenia was their third successive match without a goal."It was one game, some games you score, some games you are unlucky," said the Belgian."I don't think there's any concerns from my side to score go
  
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• Beyond executive politics: Why football’s grassroots are betting on continuity

  29-09-2026 11:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  Beyond executive politics: Why football’s grassroots are betting on continuityWhile political debates dominate football’s power centres, local member associations care about one primary goal: sustainable development on home soil. For many smaller federations, FIFA's support over the past decade has become the cornerstone for building and securing the future of their sport.In public discussions surrounding the governance of world football, the perspective of individual member associat
  
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• Agent makes Kayode transfer prediction after goal on Italy debut

  29-09-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Agent makes Kayode transfer prediction after goal on Italy debutMichael Kayode scored on his Italy debut on Monday, and his agent feels the Brentford defender will remain in the Premier League ‘for many years.’Brentford defender Kayode grabbed headlines thanks to his goal on his senior Italy debut on Monday, when he helped the Azzurri snatch a 4-1 away win against Turkiye.Agent: Kayode will play in the Premier League ‘for many years’BURSA, TURKEY – SEPTEMBER 28: Mic
  
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• 🚨 Raphinha as No 9 and seven changes: Brazil's XI vs Australia

  29-09-2026 10:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  🚨 Raphinha as No 9 and seven changes: Brazil's XI vs AustraliaCarlo Ancelotti faces his second test in charge of post-World Cup Brazil today against Australia in Brisbane.After the draw in Townsville and a very unconvincing performance, Carletto has the difficult task of lifting Brazil so they can perform up to expectations.He will try to do so today with this already confirmed lineup.
  Australia: Beach, Italiano, Circati, Souttar, Herrington, Behich, Irvine, Okon, Metcalfe, Irankunda and
  
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• Report: La Liga star turned down move to Liverpool in the summer

  29-09-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: La Liga star turned down move to Liverpool in the summerRaul Asencio Rejected Liverpool Transfer as Real Madrid Defender Chose to Stay PutLiverpool explored a move for Raul Asencio during the summer window, but the Real Madrid defender decided against an Anfield switch and remained in Spain. That is according to Marca, which reports that interest arrived from both Liverpool and Chelsea, while a lucrative proposal also emerged from Turkey.The development offers a useful insight into Liver
  
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• Nygren nets for Sweden after 'tough week' with Celtic

  29-09-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Celtic's Benjamin Nygren sent Sweden on their way to a 3-1 victory over Poland as Graham Potter's side made it two wins from two in Nations League Group B4.Nygren netted a close-range header in Stockholm for his fourth international goal on his 17th cap.Sebastian Szymanski levelled just before half-time, but second-half goals from Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari and Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres sealed the win.Nygren had admitted before the game he was striving to recover from Celtic's early-s
  
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• Liverpool faced with double injury scare ahead of Man City clash

  29-09-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Liverpool faced with double injury scare ahead of Man City clashLiverpool injury news: Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo concerns ahead of Man City clashLiverpool have come out of the first international window of the season with a familiar problem, momentum interrupted by fitness doubts. The 1-0 win over Bournemouth before the break kept Andoni Iraola unbeaten and maintained a strong opening to the campaign, but the bigger issue now is availability, not form.The headline concern is Alexander Isak.
  
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• Brazil line-up and where to watch the friendly v Australia

  29-09-2026 10:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brazil line-up and where to watch the friendly v AustraliaFour days after the 1-1 draw in the city of Townsville, the Brazil national team returns to action this Tuesday (29) to face Australia in Brisbane.
  Head coach Carlo Ancelotti has prepared changes to the starting lineup and tactical setup in search of a win in the second test of this first FIFA window of the new World Cup cycle.Match InformationDate and time: Tuesday, at 7 a.m. (Brasília time).Venue: Brisbane, Australia.Where to wat
  
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• Aston Villa sack boss Arroyo after winless WSL start

  29-09-2026 10:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Natalia Arroyo played for Barcelona and Spain before retiring in 2009 [Getty Images]Aston Villa manager Natalia Arroyo has been sacked following a disappointing start to the Women's Super League season.Villa are yet to win this season, drawing two and losing two of their opening four matches and BBC Sport is told that led to the club’s decision. They suffered a 4-0 defeat by Tottenham on Sunday in the WSL and are due to play Newcastle in the Women's League Cup on Wednesday (19:30 BST).Span
  
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• Ramon: Fabregas trying to improve Serie A, Como ‘changed my mindset’

  29-09-2026 10:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ramon: Fabregas trying to improve Serie A, Como ‘changed my mindset’Como defender Jacobo Ramon insists that his coach, Cesc Fabregas, is trying to ‘promote the Serie A movement’ and is pleased to have joined the Azzurri last year: ‘I had to step out of my comfort zone.’Como defender Ramon is currently on international duty with the U21 Spain national team, and he gave an interview to Gazzetta dello Sport.The first question was about the new style of play in It
  
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• The story of Man City and 115 charges

  29-09-2026 10:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]It is the biggest disciplinary case in Premier League history.The outcome will define top-flight football in the 2010s - as well as this decade.It is a battle between Manchester City and the Premier League - but who will prevail?Last week, round one went to the Premier League as an independent panel found City guilty of the majority of the 115 charges they faced.But we still don't know what the punishment might be, and City will appeal.The chaos is set to continue.It's a complex picture, an
  
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• Liverpool Midfielder given ultimatum amid contract standoff

  29-09-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Midfielder given ultimatum amid contract standoffJulian Ward is taking over as Liverpool’s sporting director in the middle of an important transition period.The last 18 months have seen the Reds be very active in the transfer market, meaning lots of squad turnover and some big money arrivals.As a result the coaching staff, led by Andoni Iraola, have struggled to find balance among the first-team and it is clear there is still work to be done on the training ground and in the tran
  
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• Joe Hart backs chairman after statement on Man City financial breaches

  29-09-2026 10:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart has said he believes the club is innocent of the charges that it broke the Premier League’s financial rules, saying he felt reassured by a statement from the chairman. The club been under investigation since 2023 over 115 charges concerning breaches of the league’s financial regulations, covering the period 2009-2018, during which time they won eight trophies. Although the Premier League has released no official statement on a ruling and the
  
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• Real Madrid coaching staff convinced returning defender can become key starter again – report

  29-09-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid coaching staff convinced returning defender can become key starter again – reportAccording to a report from Defensa Central, Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho and his assistant Sami Khedira are convinced that Eder Militao can return to a starting role if he completes his recovery without further setbacks.The Brazilian has resumed training at Valdebebas after being given a week away from the squad. As such, his return comes around five months after undergoing surgery follow
  
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• Barcelona’s Hamza Abdelkarim receives huge praise from Egypt manager and national team legend: ‘A tremendous player’

  29-09-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona’s Hamza Abdelkarim receives huge praise from Egypt manager and national team legend: ‘A tremendous player’Hamza Abdelkarim is becoming one of the most talked-about young footballers in Egypt, with his emergence for the national team and move to Barcelona turning the teenager into a major figure back home.The 18-year-old has already experienced a remarkable rise, as his performances for Egypt’s youth sides helped put him on the national team’s radar, while
  
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• Liverpool star Jeremy Jacquet delivers honest verdict on France debut

  29-09-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star Jeremy Jacquet delivers honest verdict on France debutLiverpool centre-back Jeremy Jacquet was not satisfied with his performance in France’s 1-0 victory at Belgium in the UEFA Nations League on Monday.The 21-year-old enjoyed a solid debut performance alongside Chelsea’s Maxence Lacroix, helping France keep a second consecutive clean sheet.French journalist Walid Acherchour praised the centre-back, describing him as the ‘real deal‘ and saying that he has al
  
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• Kayode impresses on Italy debut as duel with Palestra emerges

  29-09-2026 10:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kayode impresses on Italy debut as duel with Palestra emergesMost Italian newspapers named Brentford defender Michael Kayode their Man of the Match after Italy’s 4-1 victory over Türkiye, with the 22-year-old capping an impressive debut by scoring his first goal with the Azzurri.Brentford defender Kayode made an impressive senior debut for Italy on Monday, contributing to the Azzurri’s 4-1 away win against Turkey with a first-half goal.Kayode impresses on Italy debutBURSA, TURKE
  
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• Do Villa need to review their transfer strategy?

  29-09-2026 10:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]We asked you to send in your questions for football reporter Nick Mashiter to answer. In the first of a two-part Q&A on Tuesday, he addresses Aston Villa's recruitment and lack of success with wide attacking players.Prit asked: Does having a slow start two years in a row mean Villa need to review their transfer strategy and ensure all business is conducted at least one week before the season starts?Nick: The summer's transfer business, for a lot of clubs, was always going to be towards
  
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• Former presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme addresses Real Madrid refereeing complaints and Florentino Perez tension

  29-09-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme addresses Real Madrid refereeing complaints and Florentino Perez tensionFormer Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme has addressed the controversy surrounding his appearance at Atletico Madrid’s Metropolitano during Real Madrid’s derby defeat.It must be remembered that Riquelme’s presence at the stadium reportedly created tension because of his history as a challenger to Florentino Perez in the club’s presidenti
  
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• Morrison extends Bristol City stay until 2028

  29-09-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Elijah Morrison has yet to make a first-team appearance this season [Shutterstock]Bristol City wide player Elijah Morrison has signed a new deal to stay at Ashton Gate until the summer of 2028.The 20-year-old, who has been capped by England's Under-18s, has made five appearances for the Robins, four coming as a substitute in the Championship.He made his first City start in the EFL Cup first round win over Milton Keynes Dons in August 2025 and spent part of last season on loan at National League
  
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• Liverpool scouts regularly attend games to watch 'fast' wonderkid

  29-09-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool scouts regularly attend games to watch 'fast' wonderkidLiverpool have their eyes on a lot of players ahead of the January transfer window. The Anfield outfit made four new signings in the summer and, while all of them have managed to improve the Reds' ranks, it's clear that some more changes still need to be made.That's because there are still a fair few areas among their ranks that are lacking in depth with some of their starters even failing to perform to the standards expected.Obvio
  
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• Zinédine Zidane explains celebration of Michael Olise goal

  29-09-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zinédine Zidane explains celebration of Michael Olise goalMichael Olise’s late goal for France was clearly a cathartic moment for Zinédine Zidane. It had been a tightly fought game in Brussels, and going into the dying stages, the UEFA Nations League encounter was still tied at 0-0, despite Les Bleus having gone close on several occasions, notably striking the bar and the post.Zidane was looking to continue his winning start as France manager. On Friday, it was his side who b
  
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• UWCL: Alba Redondo says ‘the moment is now’ as Juventus head to Häcken

  29-09-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UWCL: Alba Redondo says ‘the moment is now’ as Juventus head to HäckenAlba Redondo says her move to Juventus was about rediscovering ‘the Alba people hadn’t seen for a while’, with the forward already on six goals before the UEFA Women’s Champions League trip to Häcken in Sweden.Redondo joined Juventus this summer from Real Madrid after admitting that her final period in Spain had not been her best. Juventus lost their opening league-phase match to B
  
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• Haaland’s City future draws scrutiny amid legal case

  29-09-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Haaland’s City future draws scrutiny amid legal caseReal Madrid and Barcelona will reportedly explore a move for Erling Haaland, according to Transfermarkt, with both Spanish giants monitoring the Manchester City striker as uncertainty swirls around the English club’s ongoing legal battle with the Premier League. The report, published on Monday 28 September, stops short of describing any bid, formal approach or agreed valuation from either Los Blancos or the Blaugrana.Why Madrid and
  
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• Barclays WSL2 results: Newcastle stay top, Ipswich and Sunderland win as Sheffield United hit four

  29-09-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barclays WSL2 results: Newcastle stay top, Ipswich and Sunderland win as Sheffield United hit fourThe Barclays Women’s Super League 2 (WSL2) match-week four saw goals galore as the league table began to take shape over the latest results.Newcastle United remain top of the table with another convincing win. Sunderland and Ipswich Town both also kept pace with wins. The middle of the pack sees four teams sitting on six points. However, it looks like worrying times for Durham, as they sit bot
  
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• Barcelona academy defender forcing Hansi Flick to take notice after superb form

  29-09-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona academy defender forcing Hansi Flick to take notice after superb formLandry Farre is putting himself back into the Barcelona first-team conversation after an excellent start to the season with Barça Atlètic.According to SPORT, the academy defender is beginning to attract attention from Hansi Flick again after producing a string of impressive displays for the reserve side. His biggest contribution so far has come in front of goal, with Farre scoring twice in four appe
  
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• Report: Liverpool remain in the race to sign Serie A defender

  29-09-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool remain in the race to sign Serie A defenderLiverpool Tracking Alessandro Bastoni as Defensive Rebuild Plans ContinueLiverpool’s summer business has already underlined the scale of change around Anfield, yet work on the squad shape appears ongoing, particularly in central defence. According to TeamTalk, Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni remains under consideration as Liverpool assess long-term options in that area.The backdrop is clear. Andoni Iraola has inherited a
  
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• Real Madrid icon Luis Figo talks Yan Diomande, Bernardo Silva, Ballon d’Or: ‘He will take on a more prominent role’

  29-09-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid icon Luis Figo talks Yan Diomande, Bernardo Silva, Ballon d’Or: ‘He will take on a more prominent role’Luis Figo has urged Real Madrid fans to be patient with Yan Diomande as the young winger continues adapting to life at the Santiago Bernabeu.Diomande has become one of the most discussed players in the Real Madrid squad due to his €140 million price tag. His performances have led some fans to call for him to start ahead of Vinicius Jr., but Figo believes
  
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• Thomas Tuchel provides double England injury update ahead of Czech Republic clash

  29-09-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel provides double England injury update ahead of Czech Republic clashEngland Injury Doubts Leave Tuchel Waiting Ahead of Czech Republic ClashEngland head into Tuesday’s Nations League fixture against the Czech Republic with two defensive concerns still unresolved. Thomas Tuchel has admitted he is still waiting on late fitness calls for Ezri Konsa and Nico O’Reilly, with both players missing the main group session before the squad travelled to Prague.After the 3-2 defeat t
  
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• Leaked: Roma’s possible third Centenary kit

  29-09-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leaked: Roma’s possible third Centenary kitRoma’s centenary is also starting to take shape through the jerseys. FootyHeadlines has published the first previews of the third kit the club is expected to wear in the 2027-2028 season, the centennial of the Giallorossi’s foundation. The jersey would feature an all-white base with dark green details. This is far from a random choice, as the design would be inspired by Alba Audace, one of the three clubs that contributed to the f
  
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