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• Premier League to broadcast referee-player audio during matches

  18-08-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League to broadcast referee-player audio during matchesPremier League fans will hear conversations between referees and players during live matches for the first time, as the league takes another step toward making refereeing decisions more transparent.According to The Times, the new feature will build on the Ref Cam system introduced last season, which allows referees to wear a small camera attached near the ear. Until now, broadcasters have been able to show selected footage from
  
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• Stevenage sign Burnley striker Mellon

  18-08-2026 21:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael Mellon had several loan spells away from Burnley, including one at Oldham Athletic last season [Getty Images]Stevenage have signed Burnley striker Michael Mellon for an undisclosed fee.The 22-year-old has signed a three-year contract with the League One side.Mellon did not make a first-team appearance for the Clarets but had several loan spells away from Turf Moor.The most recent of those was last season in League Two at Oldham, who are managed by his father Micky Mellon.He scored 10 goa
  
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• Richard Hughes U-turn: Handbrake pulled on homegrown midfielder exit

  18-08-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes U-turn: Handbrake pulled on homegrown midfielder exitLiverpool are planning changes to their midfield. Curtis Jones - wanted by Inter Milan - could finally join the Italian champions for £30m soon. And there may also be outbound deals wrapped up for Stefan Bajcetic and Harvey Elliott.Bajcetic, 21, is wanted back in Spain with only one year on his contract and could be sold in order for the club to avoid losing him on a free.Elliott is in a similar situation although there do
  
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• Musiala collapses during match for second time

  18-08-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jamal Musiala had to be helped off the pitch eight minutes after coming on as a substitute [Getty Images]Bayern Munich say Jamal Musiala will "speak out" after the Germany midfielder collapsed during a match for the second time in a four-day period.On Tuesday, Musiala collapsed six minutes after coming off the bench in Bayern's 4-2 friendly victory at Heidenheim.The 23-year-old appeared dazed as he received medical treatment and was helped off the pitch.The incident occurred after he collapsed d
  
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• Irish striker Parrott on brink of Real Betis move

  18-08-2026 21:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Parrott made his senior Republic of Ireland debut against New Zealand in November 2019 [Getty Images]Real Betis are in advanced talks with AZ Alkmaar over a 20m euros (£17.1m) deal to sign Republic of Ireland striker Troy Parrott.It is understood an agreement between the Dutch club Alkmaar and Spain's Betis is now close.West Ham had been heavily linked with a move for the 24-year-old forward, who began his career at Tottenham. Parrott joined Alkmaar in July 2024 from Spurs, having spent th
  
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• Celtic face more pressure than us, insists LASK boss

  18-08-2026 21:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]Celtic will have to deal with more mental pressure than LASK Linz in their quest for Champions League qualification, says the Austrian champions' head coach Dietmar Kuhbauer.The 55-year-old guided LASK to a league and cup double last season and his team have started this campaign with four straight wins."We believe in ourselves," he said. "Celtic have a little bit more pressure because everybody knows Celtic."We are a small club, but still a good club. But for Celtic, it's more pressure tha
  
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• Milan reject Porto offer for Gimenez as Rossoneri hold out for larger sum

  18-08-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan reject Porto offer for Gimenez as Rossoneri hold out for larger sumMilan have turned down an offer from Porto for Santiago Gimenez, with the club unconvinced by the structure of the Portuguese giants’ proposal.According to Fabrizio Romano, via MilanNews24, Porto’s bid was built around a free loan with an option to buy set at €15m, a clause that would convert into an obligation if certain conditions were met.Milan rejected the terms outright, with the Rossoneri considering
  
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• Liverpool Agree On A Five-Year Contract With This Paris Saint-Germain Winger: Decent Signing For Iraola?

  18-08-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Agree On A Five-Year Contract With This Paris Saint-Germain Winger: Decent Signing For Iraola?In a recent post on X, journalist Fabrice Hawkins mentioned that Liverpool have agreed on a five-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain winger Ibrahim Mbaye. It has been stated that the Senegalese talent has rejected interest from Bayer 04 Leverkusen in favour of a move to the Merseyside club this summer.Mbaye’s Impressive Form In French FootballMbaye managed to catch the eye at times wi
  
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• Journalist: Manchester United weighing late move for versatile signing

  18-08-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Manchester United weighing late move for versatile signingMan United Transfers: Bruno Fernandes Contract Talks, Left-Back Plans and Late Window QuestionsManchester United’s summer has reached a revealing stage. The first phase of business was completed early, the mood around pre-season has offered some clues, and the final weeks now appear set to define how Michael Carrick’s squad looks when the serious action begins. Credit to The Athletic for the original reporting, whi
  
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• 🎙️Musiala breaks his silence: I have a neurological disorder

  18-08-2026 21:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎙️Musiala breaks his silence: I have a neurological disorderBayern Munich forward Jamal Musiala spoke out through his social media to clarify his health status after suffering recent episodes of collapse. The Germany international confirmed that he is doing well and thanked everyone for the constant support he has received.Medical diagnosis and continuation in footballMusiala explained that he has been diagnosed with brief and temporary absence episodes caused by a neurological dy
  
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• Hull City interested in Japan winger Nakamura

  18-08-2026 21:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nakamura has scored 11 goals in 29 appearances for Japan, including six in his first six international matches. [Getty Images]Hull City have expressed an interest in signing Stade de Reims winger Keito Nakamura.The Japan international, 26, started all four of his country's games at the World Cup and is valued at £21.5m by French second-tier side Reims.However, the asking price has deterred potential suitors, with Nakamura eager to move to the Premier League after attracting interest from E
  
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• Serie A chiefs meet over new rules designed to ‘increase effective playing time of matches

  18-08-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A chiefs meet over new rules designed to ‘increase effective playing time of matchesSerie A’s referees’ body and the league’s twenty clubs held a briefing on Tuesday to run through the regulatory changes coming into force for the 2026/27 season, with reducing dead time in matches the central theme.According to ANSA, via CalcioMercato, the meeting was led by AIA technical director Domenico Messina and chief referee designator Daniele Orsato, alongside representatives
  
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• Celtic Quit €20m Race As Monaco Step Up Bid For 23-Year-Old: Rght Decision?

  18-08-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic Quit €20m Race As Monaco Step Up Bid For 23-Year-Old: Rght Decision?AS Monaco have made a fresh offer for Frosinone winger Farès Ghedjemis, according to journalist Santi Aouna, with Besiktas now holding talks over a contract that could prove more attractive.Ghedjemis reportedly prefers Monaco, yet he has kept the Turkish option open. Celtic and Rangers, meanwhile, have withdrawn from the race as the asking price climbs. Aouna’s report points to a three-way tussle, althou
  
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• 'Almost there': £30m midfielder deal moves closer

  18-08-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  'Almost there': £30m midfielder deal moves closerLiverpool’s midfield options could look a lot different by the time the summer transfer window closes.It remains to be seen whether a deal will be concluded which would take Alexis Mac Allister way from Anfield. And fringe players like Stefan Bajcetic and Harvey Elliott could be on their way too.Bajcetic is wanted by Getafe with no decision as yet made by Liverpool regarding the Spaniard’s future.Elliott meanwhile does not appear
  
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• Wayne Rooney outlines what Marcus Rashford must do to beat his Man United goalscoring record

  18-08-2026 21:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wayne Rooney believes Marcus Rashford remains the only footballer capable of breaking his all-time goalscoring record for Manchester United, if the forward demonstrates the right desire.The England international appears set for a second act at Old Trafford this term after Barcelona opted against turning last season's loan into a permanent deal, with the attacker featuring in Michael Carrick’s pre-season preparations.Having previously looked for a future away from the club - including a tem
  
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• The 54-goal hole at Barcelona: Flick needs more than a new No. 9

  18-08-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 54-goal hole at Barcelona: Flick needs more than a new No. 9FC Barcelona have changed their attack dramatically this summer, but there is one number that should prevent anyone from getting too comfortable: 54.That is how many goals Robert Lewandowski, Ferran Torres and Marcus Rashford combined to score last season. All three are no longer at the club.It is easy to look at each departure individually and understand the logic.Lewandowski was reaching the end of his cycle and his time at the to
  
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• AFC Fylde sign York midfielder Olley

  18-08-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]AFC Fylde have signed midfielder Greg Olley from League Two side York City.Olley, 30, helped York win the National League title last season and appeared as a substitute in the Minstermen's Carabao Cup loss to Crawley on 3 August.He previously spent seven seasons with non-league Gateshead.
  
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• Journalist expects Liverpool to sign world-class star this week

  18-08-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist expects Liverpool to sign world-class star this weekLiverpool and Bradley Barcola: Lewis Steele Expects PSG Move to AccelerateLiverpool’s pursuit of Bradley Barcola appears to have reached a decisive stage, with time becoming an increasingly important factor as discussions continue over the PSG forward.Speaking to Dave Davis on the latest Media Matters podcast for Anfield Index, journalist Lewis Steele repeatedly pointed towards this week as a potentially significant period in L
  
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• 'He can do a job for you' - Forest fan praises 'superb' Awoniyi

  18-08-2026 20:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest supporter Tony O'Dowd says Coventry City can expect new signing Taiwo Awoniyi to be a "phenomenal in-form player" and an "absolute live wire".The 29-year-old striker, who became Forest's record signing when he joined from Union Berlin in June 2022, has completed a £9m move to the CBS Arena.Speaking to BBC CWR, O'Dowd said: "What you can expect is a player who will play with a smile on his face, give you 100% and come up with goals when you least expect them."He has scored
  
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• Report: 22-year-old Real Madrid academy defender wanted by three Spanish clubs

  18-08-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: 22-year-old Real Madrid academy defender wanted by three Spanish clubsAs the summer transfer window enters its critical final phase, Real Madrid’s La Fabrica is once again the subject of intense scrutiny from clubs across the Spanish football pyramid. The latest prospect to draw significant attention is 22-year-old right-back David Jimenez, who has emerged as a concrete target for both UD Almeria and Real Oviedo. Indeed, according to journalist Angel Garcia, both Almeria and Oviedo
  
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• Journalist: Manchester City refuse to give up on priority target

  18-08-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Manchester City refuse to give up on priority targetManchester City transfer latest as Rodri exit forces Enzo Fernandez pushManchester City have reached the point in this window where the talking stops and the consequences start. The broad shape of the squad is clear, the weak spots are obvious, and the market is no longer moving at City’s preferred pace. According to The Athletic, the big development is that “An agreement with Barcelona for Rodri was finally reached on S
  
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• Arsenal Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Talented Striker: What Will He Bring To North London?

  18-08-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Talented Striker: What Will He Bring To North London?In a recent report, Football.London claimed that Arsenal are facing stiff competition for Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen this summer. It has been mentioned that the Gunners would have to rival Tottenham Hotspur,  Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, Al-Hilal and Manchester United in the race to land the Nigerian forward this off-season.Osimhen’s Excellent Numbers In Turkish FootballOsimhen ha
  
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• Manchester United star Dalot: ‘I hope Leao can stay at Milan and continue having success there’

  18-08-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United star Dalot: ‘I hope Leao can stay at Milan and continue having success there’Diogo Dalot has spoken glowingly of his Portugal compatriots Gonçalo Ramos and Rafael Leao, with the Manchester United full-back drawing on his own history at San Siro to praise the pair’s fit at Milan.Speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport, via MilanNews.it, Dalot was asked about Ramos first.“I think Gonçalo is a fantastic player to have in the team. The way he works
  
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• Sunderland Have To Improve On Their Offer To Land This Talented Winger: Should Le Bris Go For Him?

  18-08-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Have To Improve On Their Offer To Land This Talented Winger: Should Le Bris Go For Him?In a recent report, A Bola stated that Sunderland have to improve on their offer to land Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo. It has been mentioned that the Black Cats have to launch an offer close to the Mozambique wide player’s £52m release clause to land him in this transfer window.Catamo’s Impressive Form In Portuguese FootballCatamo enjoyed a good run of form at the Portuguese club
  
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• Strasbourg in talks with Chelsea over Deivid Washington move

  18-08-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Strasbourg in talks with Chelsea over Deivid Washington moveRC Strasbourg Alsace are reportedly in talks with Chelsea over the transfer of Deivid Washington (21), according to information from L’Équipe. The Brazilian is also said to be on the radar of clubs in Portugal.Signed by the Blues from Santos for €16m in the summer of 2023, the striker has made just three brief appearances for the London club’s first team. Loaned back to his former club in 2025, the Itumbiara-born
  
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• Three talking points ahead of Barcelona vs Al Ahly | Joan Gamper Trophy

  18-08-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three talking points ahead of Barcelona vs Al Ahly | Joan Gamper TrophyOn Wednesday evening, the Spotify Camp Nou will open its gates to the public once more and for the first time in the new season.After all, FC Barcelona will be taking on the Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly in the Joan Gamper Trophy on the night, and it is set to be a night of celebrations and smiles.For starters, Barcelona’s Spanish-dominant core will likely be greeted with much love by the crowd as they arrive for the firs
  
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• Football authorities craft fresh plan to tackle tragedy chanting in the Premier League

  18-08-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Football authorities craft fresh plan to tackle tragedy chanting in the Premier LeagueThe number of tragedy chanting incidents in the Premier League fell last season, but football supporters are being urged to help ensure the decline continues as a new campaign gets underway.According to The Times, the Football Supporters’ Association (FSA) has launched a fresh appeal to fans across the Premier League and EFL, asking them to take responsibility for helping remove tragedy chanting from Engl
  
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• Ajax and Galatasaray join queue for Napoli outcast Lang

  18-08-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ajax and Galatasaray join queue for Napoli outcast LangNoa Lang remains available for transfer at Napoli, with Ajax and Galatasaray making contact over a deal for the Dutch winger.According to Sky Sport, via CalcioMercato, sporting director Giovanni Manna has been approached by both clubs in the past 24 hours, adding to interest from Atalanta, who made their own move last week.Lang returned to Naples on 30 June after a loan spell at Galatasaray, but remains peripheral to Massimiliano Allegri&rsq
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Identify This Chelsea Winger As A Backup Option: Good Choice For De Zerbi?

  18-08-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Identify This Chelsea Winger As A Backup Option: Good Choice For De Zerbi?In a recent segment on Youtube, renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano claimed that Tottenham Hotspur have identified Chelsea winger Pedro Neto as a backup option for this summer transfer window. Romano said,“For Tottenham, I keep telling you guys, Savinho and Gakpo, Gakpo and Savinho, Savinho and Gakpo, plus a centre striker. This is the idea at Tottenham.“Pedro Neto is a backup in case somethin
  
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• Report: Liverpool still chasing two attackers before deadline

  18-08-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool still chasing two attackers before deadlineLiverpool Transfer Latest: Barcola Chase, Gakpo Uncertainty and a Squad Short on FirepowerLiverpool do not need anybody to dress this up. The issue is plain enough. A new manager is preparing for the start of the season, the greatest goalscorer of the modern era at the club has gone, and the attack still looks one injury away from a proper problem.That is the heart of the latest Liverpool update from The Athletic, and it lands with the
  
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