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• Real Madrid player apologises for World Cup showing – ‘Even if…’

  04-07-2026 23:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid player apologises for World Cup showing – ‘Even if…’Real Madrid midfielder Fede Valverde has released an emotional statement following Uruguay’s exit at the World Cup. The future Real Madrid captain has endured a tough season both at club and international level, and now will have some time off to recover from a taxing campaign.Valverde was involved in an altercation with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni towards the end of the season, but even before that w
  
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• 👕 Barça confirm squad numbers for the new season

  02-09-2026 19:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👕 Barça confirm squad numbers for the new seasonFollowing the close of the transfer window, FC Barcelona confirmed the squad reshuffle led by Hansi Flick. Multiple departures and the arrival of key reinforcements triggered a complete overhaul of the first team’s squad numbers.
  Number reassignments and new ownersIn goal, Joan Garcia takes the No. 1 shirt, while Fermín López will wear No. 7. In attack, new signing Gabriel Jesus inherits Robert Lewandowski’s
  
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• 'The midfield quality is unbelievable' - fans on Man City squad

  02-09-2026 19:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on Manchester City's transfer business. Here are some of your comments:Paul: Brilliant transfer window. The midfield quality is unbelievable.Glynn: City's transfer business has been very good, although I think they have overpaid for Enzo Fernández. When are City going to sign a recognised full-back? I fear City will leak goals until the full-back positions are resolved.Tony: Overall, as a City fan, I think there have mostly been good signings, al
  
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• 'Real talent and huge potential' - fans on Villa's summer transfers

  02-09-2026 19:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][BBC Sport]We asked for your views on Aston Villa's squad with the transfer window shut until January.Here are some of your comments:Mike: There's real talent and huge potential in this new group of players and I'm genuinely excited to see how Unai Emery moulds them into a team of his own design. Last season we learned how a slow start doesn't necessarily mean a poor season and it's clear that our manager will get more out of these players than they themselves knew they were capable of. Let
  
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• 'Headless chickens' and 'as fans we deserve better'

  02-09-2026 19:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][BBC Sport]We asked for your views on Everton's transfer business. Here are some of your comments:Paul: In all fairness I never expected anything other than how this debacle has turned out. It's Everton's way to buy as cheap as possible and at the last minute - this time they have been caught out. I am done with the club as long as these owners are in charge.Peter: At the start of the transfer window we were full of optimism as early signs of getting the recruitment done early seemed to be
  
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• 🚨Confirmed XIs: Real Madrid look to seal progress against Ajax

  02-09-2026 19:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨Confirmed XIs: Real Madrid look to seal progress against AjaxReal Madrid host Ajax this Wednesday at the Alfredo Di Stéfano Stadium to decide the third qualifying round of the Women’s Champions League. After a 0-2 win in Amsterdam, Pau Quesada’s side come into the tie in a very strong position, aiming to secure their place in the League Phase draw in Nyon for the sixth consecutive year.
  Real Madrid Women are in excellent form, adding wins in Europe and a thrilling 3-2
  
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• Celtic interest filled Emenalo with confidence

  02-09-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]New left-back Landon Emenalo feels he's ready for the "expectations to win" at Celtic after joining on a one-year loan deal from Chelsea. The 18-year-old spent time in Monaco and Chelsea's academy systems and has been a key player in the London club's Under-21 side. "It feels great to have joined Celtic," Emenalo said."Such a big club with a massive history."I knew a bit about Celtic, but I realised just how big the club is when I first visited."I know the club has such a huge supp
  
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• Barcelona star Olmo questions Atletico Madrid’s handling of Julian Alvarez saga: ‘I don’t understand’

  02-09-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona star Olmo questions Atletico Madrid’s handling of Julian Alvarez saga: ‘I don’t understand’FC Barcelona playmaker Dani Olmo enjoyed a special day in Terrassa on Wednesday as his hometown celebrated Spain’s success at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The Barcelona star was given a hero’s welcome and proudly accepted the tribute before speaking to the media. Among the topics he addressed was Julian Alvarez’s failed move to Barcelona and Atletico Madrid&rs
  
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• Celtic loan keeper Johnstone & teenage Chelsea duo Mheuka & Emenalo

  02-09-2026 19:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Johnstone has Premier League experience with Wolves, West Brom and Crystal Palace [Getty Images]Celtic have completed loan deals for former England goalkeeper Sam Johnstone and teenage Chelsea duo Shumaira Mheuka and Landon Emenalo. Johnstone, 33, arrives from Wolverhampton Wanderers and will provide competition for Finland international Viljami Sinisalo.Striker Mheuka, 18, has extended his contract at Chelsea until 2031, having made nine outings for the London club. Four of those came in the 20
  
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• Confirmed: Real Madrid trio nominated for La Liga awards for August

  02-09-2026 19:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Real Madrid trio nominated for La Liga awards for AugustAfter a forgettable last season, Real Madrid made a sea of changes during the summer, bringing in a new manager in Jose Mourinho and following it up with six major signings.And, the results so far have been very positive for Los Blancos, as they have made a perfect start to the 2026/27 La Liga campaign.So far, the Spanish capital club have won each of their three matches in the league, defeating RCD Espanyol, Real Sociedad, and M
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona trio nominated for La Liga awards for August

  02-09-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona trio nominated for La Liga awards for AugustJust a couple of weeks into the 2026/27 La Liga season, FC Barcelona have started on a strong note, winning three in three matches.The Blaugrana have been scoring goals for fun and have also kept two clean sheets in three of their matches. As such, they are currently occupying the top of the league table, ahead of bitter rivals Real Madrid, who are second, behind on goal difference.As a consequence of their blistering start to the
  
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• The Dub: Tearing up dreams

  02-09-2026 18:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The latest edition of BBC Radio Oxford's Oxford United podcast is out now.The team discuss the details in Brian De Keersmaecker's move away from the club, plus the latest from the EFL sanctioning Luka Lynch's move and reaction to the loss against Huddersfield.You can find more content like this by subscribing on BBC Sounds.All the latest Oxford United news
  
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• 🤯 £200m net spend! Promoted side really splashes out

  02-09-2026 18:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤯 £200m net spend! Promoted side really splashes outWe’re wrapping up the second transfer summer in a row in which the Premier League broke its own record for the total amount all clubs invested in transfer fees for new players. According to a report by ‘Kicker’, the 20 PL teams combined for a total of more than four billion euros this year.One club’s transfer business stands out in particular: a newly promoted side that racked up a deficit of around 200 mil
  
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• Aasgaard set for Anderlecht switch as Rangers reject Raskin bid

  02-09-2026 18:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aasgaard looks set to leave Ibrox, while a move for Raskin has been rejected [Getty Images]Rangers midfielder Thelo Aasgaard is on the verge of a loan move to Anderlecht, while the Ibrox club have rejected a loan bid from Besiktas for Belgium midfielder Nicolas Raskin.Aasgaard has scored one goal in five appearances this season but will now head to Brussels for a medical after Rangers accepted an offer for the Norway international.It is unclear whether Anderlecht would hold an option to sign Aas
  
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• Evan Ndicka cleared to play by Roma’s medical team

  02-09-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Evan Ndicka cleared to play by Roma’s medical teamGood news from Trigoria for Gian Piero Gasperini. Evan Ndicka was forced to withdraw at the last minute against Lecce due to an adductor problem. Daniele Ghilardi played in Gian Piero Gasperini’s away win, and the Ivorian didn’t miss the game. In the long run, however, the absence of the 1999-born player would be felt. The number 5 is a lynchpin of the defense and one of those players the Grugliasco-born coach rarely does withou
  
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• Dani Carvajal slams reports of intervening in Rodri – Real Madrid transfer: ‘Lies’

  02-09-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dani Carvajal slams reports of intervening in Rodri – Real Madrid transfer: ‘Lies’Real Madrid have done an extraordinary job in this summer transfer window, bringing in a host of new players who have instantly improved the team.Jose Mourinho has also done a great job of integrating existing players into his current setup, with Real Madrid winning three matches in a row to start the new season.However, perhaps the biggest undoing for Real Madrid this summer was the Rodri transfe
  
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• D’Amico reviews Roma’s summer transfer business

  02-09-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  D’Amico reviews Roma’s summer transfer businessRoma sporting director Tony D’Amico reviewed the club’s transfer business in his first press conference.The manager began by reiterating that the club had to deal with UEFA’s restrictions: “We knew the restrictions, we knew our objectives and what to do. We partially succeeded, reducing the wage bill by about 15%. Strategies often change during the transfer window: it’s not just a matter of transfer fees, bu
  
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• Real Madrid open disciplinary proceedings against defender over driving under influence of alcohol

  02-09-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid open disciplinary proceedings against defender over driving under influence of alcoholRaul Asencio was once regarded as the face of the Real Madrid academy when he made the breakthrough in the first team.But since then, the defender has gone through a major decline and is not even the fourth-best pick in central defence right now.To make things worse, the Spaniard was stopped at a breathalyser checkpoint at 6:30 AM on August 16 in the south of Gran Canaria while driving under the inf
  
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• Camp Nou to Host First 2026-27 El Clásico on October 25

  02-09-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Camp Nou to Host First 2026-27 El Clásico on October 25La Liga has confirmed that the first El Clásico of the 2026-27 season will be played on October 25, with kickoff set for 9pm CET at Camp Nou. According to Managing Madrid, the kickoff details were first reported by Fabrizio Romano.October 25 El Clásico confirmedFC Barcelona will host Real Madrid at Camp Nou in what shapes up as an early litmus test for both clubs’ title credentials. As of the September 1 report, bo
  
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• Manchester City new signing was Mourinho’s preferred midfield target for Real Madrid – report

  02-09-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City new signing was Mourinho’s preferred midfield target for Real Madrid – reportReal Madrid have done a lot of smart business this summer and it has been evident in the results so far this season.However, one area the club have struggled to reinforce is the midfield unit. Los Blancos were close to signing Rodri, but the Spanish international ended up joining Barcelona, much to the frustration of coach Jose Mourinho.Mourinho, though, may have been more frustrated about Re
  
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• ✍️ Former Flamengo man Rodinei unveiled as Santos signing

  02-09-2026 17:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ✍️ Former Flamengo man Rodinei unveiled as Santos signingSantos confirmed the signing of right-back Rodinei, who had been playing for Olympiacos.The former Flamengo player signed a contract with Peixe running until December 2027.Rodinei had been with Olympiacos, in Greece, since the 2022/23 season.Last season, he made 37 appearances, scoring five goals and providing five assists.Santos currently sit 14th in the Brasileirão with 29 points.They are four points clear of Vasco, w
  
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• ✍️ Ex-Flamengo man Rodinei unveiled as Santos signing

  02-09-2026 17:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ✍️ Ex-Flamengo man Rodinei unveiled as Santos signingSantos confirmed the signing of right-back Rodinei, who had been playing for Olympiacos of Greece.The former Flamengo player signed a contract with the Vila Belmiro club through December 2027.This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.
  
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• Forest appoint new chief executive

  02-09-2026 17:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Nottingham Forest have appointed former Olympiacos vice president Theodore Giannikos as chief executive.He replaces Lina Souloukou who stepped down from the role at the City Ground at the end of last season.A statement from the club said Giannikos "will lead the club's strategic direction and oversee the delivery of its long-term ambitions, both on and off the pitch".He worked at Fifa as director of strategic partnerships and media projects and was director of legal strategic proje
  
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• Journalist claims Chelsea could have blocked last minute record deal

  02-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist claims Chelsea could have blocked last minute record dealChelsea Transfer News: Enzo Fernandez Exit to Manchester City Shows Deadline Day ResolveChelsea’s handling of Enzo Fernandez’s move to Manchester City has emerged as one of the standout stories of deadline day, with the London club choosing to honour an agreement despite late complications in the market.As the window reached its conclusion, Chelsea had scope to revisit the situation. After issues surrounding Lamine C
  
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• Have Arsenal's challengers done enough?

  02-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Arsenal have started the new Premier League season with two wins as the transfer window closes, looking in ominous shape to retain the crown they won for the first time in 22 years last season.Have their main rivals done enough to prevent Mikel Arteta's side winning a second successive title?And what are the other big issues as the Premier League's transfer business was concluded until January?Liverpool's main task this summer after appointing Andoni Iraola to replace sacked Arne Slot, was
  
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• Can anyone stop Arsenal after transfer deadline passes?

  02-09-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Arsenal have started the new Premier League season with two wins as the transfer window closes, looking in ominous shape to retain the crown they won for the first time in 22 years last season.The Gunners had a quiet final day to the window having concluded their business before the traditional late rush – but those hoping to unseat the reigning champions have all been busy expensively re-shaping their squads to mount a challenge.So how do Arsenal look? And have their main rivals done
  
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• 'Too weak on the left' - fans on Arsenal's business

  02-09-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][BBC]We asked for your overall assessment of Arsenal's summer transfer window, with plenty of money spent on strengthening the squad and some regular first-team names moving on.Here are some of your replies:Neil: Is something deeply broken behind the scenes? Andrea Berta has absolutely stitched up Mikel Arteta here. He failed him so spectacularly in the final hours of the window. To sanction the exits of Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus and Leandro Trossard, without securing a single elite
  
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• Marseille's worst transfer window in Europe? The stat 🥶

  02-09-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marseille's worst transfer window in Europe? The stat 🥶These are tough times for Marseille supporters.On Tuesday night, the transfer window closed, bringing to an end a very long summer for OM and its supporters.So now it is time to take stock of this Olympian transfer window, which was unlike any other.Initial needsRight from the start, the message had been very clear: OM had to sell, and sell in large numbers.So it was clear that the Marseille management would focus on offloading the c
  
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• Have Marseille had Europe's worst window? The stat that proves it 🥶

  02-09-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Have Marseille had Europe's worst window? The stat that proves it 🥶These are tough times for Marseille supporters.On Tuesday evening, the transfer window closed, bringing an end to a very long summer for OM and its supporters.So now it is time to take stock of this Olympian transfer market, which was unlike any other.Initial needsRight from the start, the message had been very clear: OM had to sell, and in large numbers.So it was clear that the Marseille management would work on offloadi
  
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• 'The football was unbelievable' - O's boss Wellens

  02-09-2026 17:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leyton Orient boss Richie Wellens says his team played "unbelievable" football at times during their 5-0 League One win at Bromley on Tuesday.The O's were the first team to beat the Ravens at Hayes Lane in a league game sinceMarch 2025."I thought we could have been three up at half-time," Wellens, whose side led by just a solitary goal at the break, told BBC Radio London."[There were] some good finishes [from] talented players, but above all, work rate and a desire to get into our structure defe
  
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