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• Pundit makes huge Jude Bellingham claim after Micah Richards assessment

  05-10-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pundit makes huge Jude Bellingham claim after Micah Richards assessmentGary Lineker has praised Jude Bellingham following his latest displays for England.Bellingham has been one of England’s standout players in the opening three games of the 2026/27 Nations League.The 23-year-old produced a man-of-the-match display against Croatia, bagging one goal and three assists.Despite his form, former Manchester City defender Micah Richards believes Bellingham is not a complete midfielder. He has hig
  
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• FEATURE | Mezian Mesloub – Lens’ star in the making

  06-10-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FEATURE | Mezian Mesloub – Lens’ star in the makingRC Lens are no strangers to departures. And this summer was no exception, as they let Mamadou Sangaré, Adrien Thomasson, Malang Sarr, Wesley Saïd, and Allan Saint-Maximin leave their Coupe de France-winning squad. However, amid the wave of big-name exits, there was one player they were desperate to hold on to. A player who had experienced just 11 minutes of first-team football and had yet to sign a professional contract.
  
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• Confirmed: Real Madrid defender starts for Spain against Croatia

  06-10-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Real Madrid defender starts for Spain against CroatiaAs Spain take on Croatia in their final match of the ongoing international break, manager Luis de la Fuente has announced the starting lineup that will take the field in Split tonight.And, one Real Madrid players has made it into the side, with Marc Cucurella featuring as the starting left-back for the world champions.The 28-year-old Los Blancos’ summer signing returns to the La Roja lineup after being rested for their previou
  
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• Prop Van der Flier signs new Tigers contract

  06-10-2026 19:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The length of Archie van der Flier's latest deal with Leicester has not been disclosed [Getty Images]Leicester Tigers prop Archie van der Flier has signed a new contract with the Prem club.The 24-year-old has featured 27 times for the East Midlands side across all competitions after making his competitive debut for the club in October 2023.Van der Flier, who has previously featured for regional neighbours Nottingham in the second tier, featured at international level last season for the second-s
  
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• Lewis Steele confirms Liverpool have made contact with star ahead of potential move

  06-10-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lewis Steele confirms Liverpool have made contact with star ahead of potential moveLiverpool Transfer News: Lewis Steele Expects Alex Scott to Be a Summer StoryLiverpool could face competition from Chelsea and Arsenal for AFC Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, with Lewis Steele identifying the England international as a player to watch ahead of the summer transfer window.Speaking to Dave Davis on Media Matters, Steele discussed Liverpool’s interest, Scott’s development and the potent
  
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• Five Arsenal stars set to be ready for Leeds United clash in huge boost

  06-10-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Five Arsenal stars set to be ready for Leeds United clash in huge boostArsenal injury news ahead of Leeds as Havertz and Tzolis concerns test ArtetaArsenal go into the return of Premier League action with a familiar problem, too many important players carrying issues at the same time. That is the reality laid out in the latest update from Standard Sport, and it leaves Mikel Arteta balancing risk, availability and plain necessity before Leeds arrive at the Emirates Stadium.There is no need to dre
  
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• Confirmed: Five Barcelona players start for Spain against Croatia

  06-10-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Five Barcelona players start for Spain against CroatiaThe final round of matches of the ongoing international break will be played tonight and world champions Spain are in action as they take on Croatia in the UEFA Nations League away in Split.With kickoff not far away, manager Luis de la Fuente has announced the starting lineup that will take the field against Luka Modric & co., with as many as five FC Barcelona stars featuring.Indeed, De la Fuente has opted to start with Pau Cub
  
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• Report Diego Moreira cost Milan minimum €51m and up to €67.8m

  06-10-2026 19:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Diego Moreira cost Milan minimum €51m and up to €67.8mMilan paid at least €51m to buy Diego Moreira from RC Strasbourg, claim Calcio e Finanza, with bonuses potentially raising that to €67.8m, making him their second most expensive buy in history.The Rossoneri have been very guarded over the exact figures for their transfers in recent months, with wildly different versions reported on the purchase of Goncalo Ramos from Paris Saint-Germain.Calcio e Finanza claim they we
  
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• UEFA monitoring Man City case before deciding on potential action

  06-10-2026 19:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA monitoring Man City case before deciding on potential actionUEFA is monitoring Manchester City’s financial case and will wait for the Premier League disciplinary process to conclude before considering whether to take any action of its own.An independent commission found City guilty of serious financial-rule breaches covering nine seasons between 2009/10 and 2017/18, with five of the upheld charges relating to compliance with UEFA’s Financial Fair Play regulations.Sky Sports repo
  
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• Liverpool star may have his fate sealed as transfer news emerges from Anfield

  06-10-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star may have his fate sealed as transfer news emerges from AnfieldLiverpool have had a lot of questions asked about the futures of their players. At the moment, no concrete moves have been made in terms of exits or arrivals but, the rumour mill has not stopped turning.This has led to many players being linked with an Anfield switch but, since they've ran out of places for non-homegrown players among their squad, change is clearly afoot.The fact that at least a handful of their players
  
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• PSG agree €3.3m “first refusal” deal for box to box midfielder playing in Portugal

  06-10-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG agree €3.3m “first refusal” deal for box to box midfielder playing in PortugalPSG are doing deals outside the transfer window, in this case securing the lesser seen “right of first refusal” on a talent at their sister club.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 have agreed a deal with SC Braga of Portugal to buy the “first refusal” on offe
  
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• O'Neill 'just as determined' to lead Celtic

  06-10-2026 18:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Martin O'Neill insists he is the man to lead Celtic forward after a "time of reflection" during the ongoing international break.The 74-year-old signed a one-year deal to stay at Parkhead after two interim spells last season culminated in a league and Scottish Cup double.Following two defeats by Rangers last month - either side of a 3-1 home defeat by Ferencvaros in the Europa League - O'Neill said "it might be time to wrap it up", in reference to his managerial career.However, Celtic rallied aro
  
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• Premier League confirm referee for Liverpool vs Manchester City

  06-10-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League confirm referee for Liverpool vs Manchester CityLiverpool vs Manchester City: Chris Kavanagh Appointment Raises Stakes at AnfieldChris Kavanagh will referee Liverpool’s Premier League meeting with Manchester City at Anfield on Sunday, and that matters. In a fixture already loaded with consequence, the official in the middle becomes part of the story.Kavanagh, who was born in Manchester, takes charge of one of the biggest games of the early season. He will be assisted by Dan
  
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• Newcastle United star wanted by Bayern Munich in shock move

  06-10-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United star wanted by Bayern Munich in shock moveNick Pope to Bayern Munich? Newcastle Goalkeeper Linked as Bayern Plan for Life After Manuel NeuerNick Pope has emerged as a surprise name on Bayern Munich’s radar, with TeamTalk reporting that the Newcastle United goalkeeper is among several experienced options being considered for next summer.The situation is framed by Bayern’s long-term planning at goalkeeper. Manuel Neuer is “expected to retire at the end of the cam
  
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• Mancini: ‘Italy criticism needs balance, happy FIGC resolved, many miss Vialli’

  06-10-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mancini: ‘Italy criticism needs balance, happy FIGC resolved, many miss Vialli’Coach Roberto Mancini pays tribute to Gianluca Vialli, is glad the FIGC saga around Giovanni Malagò has ‘been resolved’ and warns we need ‘balance’ after mixed Italy results.The CT had already mentioned his old friend, teammate and colleague Vialli in the press conference following last night’s 3-1 Nations League victory over Turkiye.When asked what was missing compared
  
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• Julian Alvarez considering new agent after failed Barcelona transfer

  06-10-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Julian Alvarez considering new agent after failed Barcelona transferJulian Alvarez is considering appointing a new agent after his proposed summer move from Atletico Madrid to Barcelona failed to materialise.The Argentina international has been without formal representation for several weeks after ending his long-standing relationship with Fernando Hidalgo, according to AS.Hidalgo had helped manage Alvarez’s career for almost a decade, including his moves from River Plate to Manchester Cit
  
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• Hornchurch sign Cambridge striker Loft on loan

  06-10-2026 18:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ryan Loft scored three goals on loan at Crawley last season [Getty Images]Hornchurch have signed Cambridge United striker Ryan Loft on a three-month loan deal.The 29-year-old has not made an appearance for the U's this season and spent the majority of the last campaign on loan at Crawley Town, for whom he scored four goals in all competitions.Loft started his career with Tottenham but failed to make a first-team appearance and he helped another of his former clubs, Bristol Rovers, win promotion
  
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• Davies' 'extra motivation' after Euros heartbreak

  06-10-2026 18:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mayzee Davies suffered an ACL injury playing for Wales in May 2025 [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Wales defender Mayzee Davies says missing Euro 2025 through injury has given her extra motivation for the World Cup play-offs.The 20-year-old suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee injury on international duty in May 2025 which kept her out of action for 13 months.She missed Wales' historic first ever major tournament appearance and now is determined to reach the 2027 World Cup.Wales face Alba
  
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• “I need time” – PSG winger on how he can reach Desire Doue’s level

  06-10-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “I need time” – PSG winger on how he can reach Desire Doue’s levelDesire Doue took a while to get going this season but looked superb for France, while Mika Godts is still just trying to earn first team PSG minutes.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.Desire Doue was superb for France in the two Nations League games between the two teams during this internationa
  
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• Midfielder Appiah joins Bristol Rovers

  06-10-2026 18:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arvin Appiah has also played for CD Nacional in Portugal's top flight [Getty Images]Bristol Rovers have signed former Nottingham Forest midfielder Arvin Appiah after he left Spanish side Almeria at the end of last season.The 25-year-old worked with Rovers boss Steve Evans during a previous spell at Rotherham United and ended last season on loan with Amiens in the French second division."Steve knows what I can do and what I can bring to this team," Appiah told the Rovers website."He just wants me
  
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• 💣 Milan eye Scott, battle for Endrick and Yildiz's price: today's news 🔥

  06-10-2026 18:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣 Milan eye Scott, battle for Endrick and Yildiz's price: today's news 🔥On the day Lionel Messi bids farewell to the national team (here is a video he posted today), Serie A teams are preparing for the league to resume.Let's look at today's biggest news involving Serie A's top clubs.Juventus, Yildiz's price tagSpeaking to BetNews, transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio discussed Yildiz's price tag: close to €150 million.Arsenal and Tottenham's interest was genuine in recent tran
  
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• Rival clubs want range of punishments for Man City

  06-10-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  \n\nManchester City CEO Ferran Soriano (left) and chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak have continued to insist the club are innocent despite the guilty verdicts [Getty Images]\nA number of Premier League clubs want Manchester City to be hit with both "retrospective punishments" and sanctions for the future for their mass financial rule-breaking, sources have told BBC Sport.An independent commission found City guilty of all charges relating to breaches of the Premier League's financial regulations betwe
  
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• Official plan to revamp Stadio Olimpico in time to host EURO 2032 Final

  06-10-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official plan to revamp Stadio Olimpico in time to host EURO 2032 FinalWhile Roma are working on building a new stadium, the project to revamp the Stadio Olimpico was also presented, with €150m investment hoping to host the EURO 2032 Final.Italy are co-hosting the tournament with Turkiye and must provide five stadiums each for the event in the summer of 2032.The list of potential candidate cities was handed to UEFA for consideration, and Rome is the only one with two potential stadiums up f
  
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• Lionel Messi's 2005 Argentina debut began with excitement, ended with a red card after 47 seconds: 'It was not like I had dreamed it would be'

  06-10-2026 18:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lionel Messi of Argentina challenges Vilmos Vanczák of Hungary during their friendly soccer match in Budapest's Puskas stadium August 17, 2005. (REUTERS/Laszlo Balogh LB/CCK)REUTERS / REUTERSLionel Messi's growing reputation had preceded him when Argentina visited Hungary for a friendly match on Aug. 17, 2005 at Ferenc Puskás Stadium.The young Barcelona talent had made seven appearances for the La Liga side's senior team the previous season as his club career was just taking off. M
  
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• Mourinho could call up 21-year-old Real Madrid reserve-team summer arrival for Villarreal clash

  06-10-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho could call up 21-year-old Real Madrid reserve-team summer arrival for Villarreal clashAccording to MARCA, RM Castilla starlet Oscar Naasei trained under Jose Mourinho during Real Madrid’s second session of the week and has emerged as a potential option to be included in the squad to face Villarreal this weekend.Real Madrid’s problems at centre-back ahead of the return to competitive action after international break have created a headache for the manager. Dean Huijsen is sus
  
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• Arsenal youngster makes Golden Boy 2026 shortlist

  06-10-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal youngster makes Golden Boy 2026 shortlistMyles Lewis-Skelly has made the 25-player shortlist for the 2026 Golden Boy award, putting him in line to be Arsenal’s first winner since Cesc Fabregas.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesThe shortlist for the 2026 Golden Boy award has been confirmed, with the award’s intent to celebrate the best under-21 men’s player in Europe.Myles Lewis-Skelly has been included on this year’s shortlist, along with a number of other P
  
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• Assistant boss Knill leaves Huddersfield Town

  06-10-2026 18:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alan Knill joined Huddersfield Town in July after leaving Sheffield United the previous month [Shutterstock]Huddersfield Town assistant head coach Alan Knill has left his position after less than three months in the role.The 61-year-old joined Martin Drury's staff in July after a long spell as Chris Wilder's assistant at Sheffield United, Middlesbrough and Watford.The Terriers are third in League One with 15 points from eight games."Alan's decision to step away is one we entirely respect and we'
  
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• 'Real buzz' around Northern Ireland - Charles

  06-10-2026 18:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Northern Ireland midfielder Shea Charles said "he could not be happier" following the side's unbeaten Nations League window. Michael O'Neill's outfit are the only team within this year's competition who did not concede a goal during the extended four-game international break. There has been much excitement and anticipation around the young squad who sit top of League B Group 2, and Charles thinks that the same feeling is felt within the team itself. "I think everyone in the country is buzzing at
  
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• Report Endrick puts Aston Villa top of wish list despite Roma and Milan battle

  06-10-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Endrick puts Aston Villa top of wish list despite Roma and Milan battleWhile Roma and Milan do battle, both might miss out on Real Madrid talent Endrick amid Spanish reports Aston Villa might be the favourites for a January loan.The Brazil international is growing increasingly frustrated at the lack of playing time under Jose Mourinho, and seems to be pushing for the exit on another loan spell in January 2027, having impressed at Olympique Lyonnais last season.Endrick has no shortage of i
  
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• English media criticised for ‘unfair’ treatment of Florian Wirtz

  06-10-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  English media criticised for ‘unfair’ treatment of Florian WirtzLothar Matthaus Defends Liverpool Star Florian Wirtz Amid Jamie Carragher CriticismLothar Matthaus has criticised the treatment of Florian Wirtz by English and German media, insisting that the Liverpool playmaker deserves a fairer assessment of his performances.The former Germany captain believes the scrutiny surrounding the 23 year old has become excessive, particularly given his contributions to Liverpool’s attac
  
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