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• Quirke gets England call-up for Argentina clash

  12-07-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Quirke will be playing with a new club when the domestic season starts again [Getty Images]Scrum-half Raffi Quirke has been called into the England squad for their Nations Championship match against Argentina next Saturday.Quirke, who has signed for Newcastle Red Bulls after moving from Sale Sharks, is a replacement for the injured Alex Mitchell, who was forced off with a hamstring injury in Saturday's 73-8 win over Fiji in LiverpoolThe 24-year-old also replaced Mitchell in this year's Six Natio
  
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• Barcelona’s Spotify Camp Nou the favourite to host the 2029 Champions League final – report

  27-08-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona’s Spotify Camp Nou the favourite to host the 2029 Champions League final – reportAccording to Mundo Deportivo, FC Barcelona’s home stadium, the Spotify Camp Nou, has emerged as the clear favourite to host the 2029 UEFA Champions League final.Indeed, the Blaugrana stadium is currently in pole position to host the Champions League final on June 2, 2029. The official bid from the Catalan club, supported by Barcelona City Council, the Government of Catalonia, the RFEF and
  
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• Baggies old boy Barnes had 'best moments' at Albion

  27-08-2026 11:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Albion loan man Harvey Barnes scored the first of his two goals for Newcastle just three minutes after coming on [Shutterstock]Newcastle United winger Harvey Barnes ruined West Bromwich Albion's night on Tyneside as he came off the bench at half-time to score twice and send the Magpies through to the third round of the Carabao Cup.The hosts' thrilling 3-2 win ended the chance of James Morrison becoming the first Albion boss to win his first four matches of the season since 1947.But Barnes
  
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• Martin's reputation on line as he tries to halt Leicester slide

  27-08-2026 11:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Russell Martin has won just two league games since May 2024 [Getty Images]A draw and a defeat to start their League One season. One victory in 11 league matches. A player exodus. A new manager already under pressure. And the club up for sale.These are, to put it mildly, not happy times for anyone connected with Leicester City.The club are in a very different place than they were a decade ago, when they were basking in the joy of being the Premier League's most unlikely champions. Celebrations ma
  
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• Mbappé transforms Madrid’s shaky start into a 4-1 home win

  27-08-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mbappé transforms Madrid’s shaky start into a 4-1 home winKylian Mbappé scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad 4-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu in their first home match of the LaLiga season.Madrid recovered after a disjointed first half in which the home crowd expressed its frustration. The hosts had looked short of rhythm, careless in possession and vulnerable on the counter-attack before the interval.How the match developedReal Madrid took the lead late in
  
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• Fenerbahce submit offer for OGC Nice’s Kojo Peprah Oppong

  27-08-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fenerbahce submit offer for OGC Nice’s Kojo Peprah OppongFenerbahce, who beat Olympique Lyonnais on Wednesday night to secure their place in this season’s UEFA Champions League, have submitted a bid for OGC Nice defender Kojo Peprah Oppong (22), according to a report from L’Équipe.Nice needed to make more sales before the end of the summer and Peprah Oppong, who only joined last summer, was one of those susceptible to departing before the end of the window. The Ghana int
  
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• Arsenal get Premier League draw for League Cup 3rd round

  27-08-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal get Premier League draw for League Cup 3rd roundArsenal were one of five big-six clubs to receive a Premier League draw in the League Cup third round, with the Gunners to travel away to Ipswich Town.Photo by Julian Finney/Getty ImagesThe League Cup draw for the third round was completed on Wednesday night, with Arsenal learning their first opponents in the competition.Whilst the Premier League clubs without European football have already been taking part in the League Cup second round th
  
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• £50m Delap joins Forest – will he thrive at club?

  27-08-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liam Delap has swapped Chelsea for Nottingham Forest in a £50m deal [Getty Images]Liam Delap has completed his £50m transfer to Nottingham Forest from Chelsea.The striker has signed a five-year deal at the City Ground.In a summer of staggering transfer fees, the move stands out.A club record outlay of £50m for a centre forward who scored one league goal last season – at a £20m profit to Chelsea – has caught the eye.But Delap is only 23 and has scored goals in
  
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• Chelsea line up Bournemouth's Scott - Thursday's gossip

  27-08-2026 11:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea line up Bournemouth's Alex Scott, Sunderland make an offer for Manchester City's Jack Grealish, and Aston Villa set to miss out on AC Milan winger Rafael Leao. Chelsea have lined up Bournemouth's English midfielder Alex Scott, 23, as a replacement for Argentina's Enzo Fernandez, 25, who might be on the move to Manchester City. (Sun)Aston Villa target Rafael Leao is close to agreeing a move from AC Milan, withGalatasaray set to pay about £38m for the 27-year-old Portugal winger. (Co
  
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• Wrexham clinch signing of Man City's Kabore

  27-08-2026 11:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wrexham have completed the signing of Issa Kabore on a permanent deal from Manchester City.The Red Dragons are also on the brink of announcing a deal that will see Angers left-back Jacques Ekomie move to north Wales.Burkina Faso international Kabore featured 32 times across all competitions during a loan spell with Wrexham in 2025-26."I'm very happy to be back. It feels good to be here again," said Kabore, who has signed a three-year deal with the club."Everybody knows our ambition is to get to
  
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• Real Madrid impressed by superstar’s physical condition after extra work during vacation

  27-08-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid impressed by superstar’s physical condition after extra work during vacationReal Madrid superstar Jude Bellingham had a World Cup to remember in the United States and has carried that form into the La Liga season.After scoring Los Blancos’ first goal of the 2026-27 campaign, Bellingham set up two of Madrid’s goals against Real Sociedad last night.It was an excellent display from the Englishman and, according to Diario AS, it looks like he has made quite an impressio
  
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• 'He'd walk into the team' or 'reeks of desperation'? Fans on Sarr interest

  27-08-2026 10:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on Liverpool turning their focus to Crystal Palace winger Isamaila Sarr as they continue their hunt for wide attackers.Here are some of your comments:Jack: Premier League experience, versatile, scored numerous times against us. I'd say a good signing. Unfortunately, it seems like Palace want a lot of money for him and I don't want us overpaying for him. We're going for too many options right now. We need to decide who we want and then commit - otherwise
  
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• Fabrizio Romano gives the Here We Go! Liverpool agree record-breaking deal

  27-08-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano gives the Here We Go! Liverpool agree record-breaking dealLiverpool have agreed a record-breaking deal. Fabrizio Romano has confirmed this one is over the line.Liverpool have pushed all summer for a new winger. They had little choice, of course, after Mohamed Salah left the club on a free transfer.The Egyptian may have had a sub-par campaign last term but he was still at the forefront of Liverpool's attack. In fact, most potential replacements failed to match even his worst LFC s
  
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• Fan backlash as gay World Cup star joins Saudi club

  27-08-2026 10:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gonzalez was a member of the Spain squad who finished as runners-up to England at Euro 2025 [Getty Images]Spain forward Esther Gonzalez has attracted backlash after signing for Saudi Women's Premier League side Al Qadsiah.The 33-year-old agreed a mutual contract termination with National Women's Soccer League champions Gotham FC in July to temporarily step away from the sport to "attend to personal matters in Spain", according to the club's statement.Gonzalez, whose contract was due to expire in
  
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• Report: Sunderland Target £100m Man City Star

  27-08-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Sunderland Target £100m Man City StarSunderland Target Jack Grealish Loan as Europa League Ambition GrowsSunderland’s attempt to bring Jack Grealish to Wearside on loan feels like the sort of idea that tells you a great deal about where a club believes it is heading. According to The Athletic, the newly promoted Premier League side have “sent Manchester City an offer to sign Jack Grealish on loan”, a proposal that would involve City covering part of his wages and
  
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• Paulo Fonseca’s Lyon future in doubt after Champions League disappointment?

  27-08-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Paulo Fonseca’s Lyon future in doubt after Champions League disappointment?There is set to be a series of changes at Lyon after their failure to qualify for the UEFA Champions League and one of those could potentially be in the coaching department, according to L’Équipe. Paulo Fonseca is considered one of the most intruiging head coaches in Europe, yet a series of constant failures at the pivotal moment with OL could see his position come under increasing scrutiny. Les Gones s
  
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• Milan and Como discussing final details of transfer for Italy international Ricci

  27-08-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan and Como discussing final details of transfer for Italy international RicciSamuele Ricci is on the verge of joining Como from Milan as the two clubs are now discussing the final details of a transfer for the Italy international midfielder according to the latest updates on Thursday morning.Milan and Torino close to completing Ricci dealMilan and Como have an agreement in place over the structure of a deal for Ricci, who is set to join Cesc Fabregas’s side on an initial season-long lo
  
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• Liverpool agree huge fee with PSG for France winger Bradley Barcola

  27-08-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool have reached an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain to sign Bradley Barcola.The Champions League winners have accepted an approach which will guarantee them just over £100m and, including add-ons, could rise to £120m.The deal is not done yet but Liverpool reached a breakthrough in negotiations after coveting the France winger all summer.Barcola is poised to become the second most expensive player in Liverpool’s history, after Alexander Isak joined last summer for &poun
  
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• Fabian Hurzeler sends strong Yankuba Minteh message amid Liverpool interest

  27-08-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabian Hurzeler sends strong Yankuba Minteh message amid Liverpool interestYankuba Minteh to Liverpool: Brighton Hold Firm as Transfer Deadline Pressure GrowsLiverpool want a winger, the deadline is close, and Brighton know it. That is the story around Yankuba Minteh.The 22-year-old has emerged as a serious target, with Liverpool having already seen two bids rejected. Brighton are understood to value Minteh at around £80 million, a figure that reflects market conditions as much as the play
  
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• Jose Mourinho identifies Real Madrid’s most trusted back four – report

  27-08-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho identifies Real Madrid’s most trusted back four – reportJose Mourinho is beginning to form a clearer picture of his preferred Real Madrid defence, with the Portuguese coach reportedly identifying the back four that currently gives him the greatest sense of security.According to Defensa Central, Mourinho’s conclusions have evolved as the weeks and early matches of the season have progressed. While the Real Madrid manager remains aware that his team has defensi
  
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• Barcelona top target misses Atletico Madrid training for second consecutive day

  27-08-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona top target misses Atletico Madrid training for second consecutive dayBarcelona have not given up on their pursuit of Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez, and it increasingly looks like the player is pushing from his side as well.The Alvarez situation continues to attract attention and is probably the biggest transfer saga going on as deadline day approaches.Joan Laporta urged Atletico to consider accepting Barça’s offer for the 26-year-old, to which Los Colchonerosquickly
  
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• Bradford extend trial for midfielder Clucas

  27-08-2026 10:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sam Clucas made 40 appearances in all competitions for Shrewsbury Town last season [Getty Images]Bradford City have extended the trial of former Premier League midfielder Sam Clucas.The 35-year-old, who made 66 top-flight appearances for Swansea City and Hull City, trained with the Bantams earlier this week.Manager Graham Alexander wants to take a further look at Clucas, who is a free agent after recently being released by League Two Shrewsbury Town."He has trained with us for a couple of days.
  
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• With an attacker on his way out, Manchester City have an eye on a replacement

  27-08-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With an attacker on his way out, Manchester City have an eye on a replacementWith Savinho having left Manchester City to complete a move to Tottenham and Omar Marmoush set to follow him to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Enzo Maresca’s squad does need attacking reinforcements. Energetic winger Allan looks set to complete a move from Palmeiras to replace Savinho. However, City do need to replace Marmoush. Antoine Semenyo could provide cover for Erling Haaland but the Ghana international will
  
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• Where a Manchester City winger will land remains up in the air

  27-08-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Where a Manchester City winger will land remains up in the airIt isn’t out of the realms of possibility that Jack Grealish could remain at Manchester City when the transfer window closes. If City fail to sign the attacking reinforcements they need, perhaps Enzo Maresca could see value in keeping Grealish in his squad. However, the expectation is that Grealish will find a move before the transfer window closes. Two new reports have named three Premier League clubs as having an interest in b
  
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• Today’s Papers: Leao leaving, Kean rift, Champions League draw

  27-08-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers: Leao leaving, Kean rift, Champions League drawLa Gazzetta dello SportMilan: Out in 4 Leao heading towards Galatasaray. Tomori, Fofana and Gimenez left off the squad list45 million to the Diavolo and a super-contract for the Portuguese. Cardinale continues the purgeThe Kean rift The Fiorentina and Italy centre-forwardHe wants Como, doesn’t train: is finedJuve: David opens the Zirkzee door The new centre-forwardThe Canadian to Cholo, who locks down Sorlot
  
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• Real Madrid to sign €3m defender as part of double deal with Spanish club

  27-08-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid to sign €3m defender as part of double deal with Spanish clubReal Madrid are due for a quiet end to the summer transfer window, having already made the required additions to Jose Mourinho’s squad. However, it is expected that at least one or two players will join Castilla before next week’s deadline, as the club continues its plans to strengthen the ranks within La Fabrica.Last week, it was reported that Racing de Santander midfielder Sergio Martinez is of interest t
  
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• Real Madrid affected by “unprecedented” rule ahead of Champions League draw

  27-08-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid affected by “unprecedented” rule ahead of Champions League drawOn Thursday, Real Madrid will learn their seven opponents for the league phase of the 2026-27 Champions League. Los Blancos have struggled in the competition since winning their 15th title two years ago, but with Jose Mourinho at the helm, they will be extra determined to ensure that La Decimosexta comes to the Bernabeu next June.It will be crucial for Real Madrid to ensure a top 8 finish in the league phase,
  
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• 🚨 Liverpool and Man City unveil their new third kit

  27-08-2026 10:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Liverpool and Man City unveil their new third kitLiverpool and Manchester City must have coordinated. On Thursday morning, just 40 minutes apart, the two north-west England rivals officially unveiled their third kits for the 2026-27 season.Outfitted by Adidas, the Reds are going for a mix of black and burgundy red, while the Sky Blues, under the Puma banner, will strut their stuff in white.This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original ve
  
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• Malick Fofana set to leave Lyon this summer

  27-08-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Malick Fofana set to leave Lyon this summerAccording to a report from L’Équipe, it is virtually impossible for Lyon to be able to keep Malick Fofana (21) during the summer transfer window after their failure to qualify for the UEFA Champions League. The Belgian international forward expressed his desire to stay at OL and play in Europe’s elite continental competition. With the forward’s wishes no longer possible and Lyon under pressure to raise their finances, a transfer
  
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• Former Arsenal star Matteo Guendouzi sparks wild brawl and fan attack in chaotic Champions League tie

  27-08-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Matteo Guendouzi was attacked by furious Lyon players and fans after sparking a mass brawl in a chaotic Champions League tie. The fiery French midfielder claimed “disrespect” and insults towards his family throughout the match, given his affiliation to Lyon’s fierce rivals Marseille, where he spent three seasons.The 27-year-old let out relief at the final whistle, celebrating wildly, lifting his arms and taunting the fans in the stands before dozens of players and staff rushed
  
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