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• Real Madrid playmaker has Mourinho and board’s backing despite fierce competition

  22-08-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid playmaker has Mourinho and board’s backing despite fierce competitionReal Madrid have a problem of plenty in attack, with Jose Mourinho facing a major selection dilemma on a game-to-game basis.The likes of Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham are the first names written on the team sheet.Also, the price that Madrid paid for Yan Diomande this summer suggests he is going to be a guaranteed starter for Jose.Now, according to Mario Cortegana of The Athletic, Arda Gule
  
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• Thomas Tuchel reacts to ‘must win’ label for England’s Czech Republic clash

  28-09-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel felt England football team’s “biggest danger” against Spain was themselves but remains confident in his defence ahead of a trip to the Czech Republic football that he says is too early to be considered “must-win”.The World Cup bronze medallists returned to action 10 weeks after their Stateside efforts in Saturday’s helter-skelter 3-2 defeat to the world and European champions at sold-out Wembley.England produced some exciting moments in the Natio
  
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• Liverpool still chasing in-demand Virgil van Dijk successor

  28-09-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool still chasing in-demand Virgil van Dijk successorLiverpool are a team in transition, and Andoni Iraola’s squad is a long way from being complete. The Reds have spent over £650 million in the past 18 months, breaking the British transfer record twice in that time and becoming the first team ever to field three players who cost over £100 million at the same time.More changes are on the horizon though, and one of the departments still being worked on is the defence.With
  
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• Yakin takes Swiss training despite 'hearing problems'

  28-09-2026 22:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Assistant coach Davide Calla (left) stepped in for head coach Murat Yakin at Switzerland's pre-match media conference [SNS]Head coach Murat Yakin missed Switzerland's pre-match media conference before Tuesday's match with Scotland, with the Swiss FA saying Yakin had "hearing problems"."He struggled with the pressure from the flight so can't participate in this press conference," the organisation said."He will be at the training session and we hope these complaints will be solved, as has been the
  
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• Suwen Süper Ligi: Galatasaray win, Fenerbahçe triumph in Europe as Beşiktaş fixture is called off

  28-09-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Suwen Süper Ligi: Galatasaray win, Fenerbahçe triumph in Europe as Beşiktaş fixture is called offGalatasaray beat second-placed Amed 4-1 in Week 5 of the Suwen Süper Ligi, while Fenerbahçe won 4-1 against FC Minsk in Hungary in the UEFA Women’s Europa Cup.Here’s how the latest round of results unfolded in Türkiye’s top flight.Fenerbahçe in EuropeFenerbahçe had no Süper Ligi fixture this weekend. Instead, they travelled t
  
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• ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga results: SKN St. Pölten go top as Sturm Graz falter, LASK grab deserved win

  28-09-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga results: SKN St. Pölten go top as Sturm Graz falter, LASK grab deserved winThe eighth week of results in the ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga saw SK Sturm Graz drop into second place as tenacious Austria Wien broke Graz’s unbeaten run in the 2026/27 season. There were 13 goals across the five action-packed fixtures this week, with none of them ending in a draw.SKN St. Pölten now sit top of the Bundesliga, a familiar sight across the last decade. SK Sturm Graz
  
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• Update On Chelsea And Their Pursuit Of This Leeds United Midfielder: What Should Alonso Do?

  28-09-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Update On Chelsea And Their Pursuit Of This Leeds United Midfielder: What Should Alonso Do?Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, journalist Pete O’Rourke provided an update on Chelsea and their pursuit of Leeds United midfielder Ethan Ampadu. O’Rourke said,“It’s probably wishful thinking from the Chelsea side of things that they could bring Ethan Ampadu back to the club.“He’s a key man at Leeds, so I don’t think Leeds will be even thinking of letting
  
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• Liverpool youngster ready for Manchester City start

  28-09-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool youngster ready for Manchester City startLiverpool are in the midst of an injury crisis, and it has given Andoni Iraola a major selection headache. Both Cody Gakpo and Alexander Isak picked up injuries in the opening week of the international break, adding to an already worrying list of injuries at Anfield.Hugo Ekitike is expected to be out for several months still, whilst Federico Chiesa is yet to make an appearance this season due to injury.The Reds are currently left without a natur
  
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• Manchester City Forward Is On The Radar Of Real Madrid: Can Maresca Afford To Lose Him?

  28-09-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Forward Is On The Radar Of Real Madrid: Can Maresca Afford To Lose Him?In a recent report, The Sun mentioned that Manchester City forward Erling Haaland is on the radar of Real Madrid. It has been mentioned that Los Blancos and Barcelona are eyeing a move to land the Norway international from the Mancunian club next year.Haaland’s Impressive Form In The Premier LeagueHaaland has made an excellent start to this campaign after producing a handful of productive displays as the
  
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• Luis Figo sends Real Madrid fans message over Yan Diomande: ‘It’s normal’

  28-09-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Luis Figo sends Real Madrid fans message over Yan Diomande: ‘It’s normal’There was yet another change on the Real Madrid bench following the end of the last season, as the Merengues appointed Jose Mourinho as their new head-coach. The Portuguese manager has had quite a mixed start to the new season, with Los Blancos winning six of the eight games played so far.However, even after these first eight games, there are some doubts about his starting lineup. This is particularly the
  
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• 📸 Brentford star impresses on Italy debut with crucial goal 🇮🇹

  28-09-2026 21:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Brentford star impresses on Italy debut with crucial goal 🇮🇹Italy might well and truly be back!
  Roberto Mancini's side face Türkiye in the UEFA Nations League this evening and at half-time they already lead by three goals.It took less than 10 minutes for Alessandro Bastoni to open the scoring with a header from a corner.Then, midfielder Davide Frattesi added a second a little over 10 minutes later to make things comfortable for Italy.But, it's the goal th
  
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• Official: Milan confirm 2025-26 revenue and net loss

  28-09-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Milan confirm 2025-26 revenue and net lossThe Milan Board of Directors has approved the draft financial statements for 2025-26 with revenue of €464.6m and a net loss of circa €24m.Milan have confirmed the main figures of their financial statement for the 2025-26 season.Milan’s 2025-26 financial statement“AC Milan closes the 2025/26 fiscal year with €464.6 million in revenue, maintaining performance close to record levels,” Milan said on Monday.MILAN, IT
  
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• Hart trusts Man City chair Khaldoon over ruling

  28-09-2026 21:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Joe Hart was capped 75 times by England [Getty Images]Former Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart believes club chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak's claims they are innocent of breaking financial rules.City have been found guilty of the majority of 115 breaches of financial rules they had been accused of by the Premier League, although they are set to appeal against the ruling.Al Mubarak said he is still committed to "proving the club's innocence" and the "process still has a long way to run". Hart, wh
  
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• Report: Chelsea star wanted by two European giants

  28-09-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Chelsea star wanted by two European giantsChelsea Transfer News: Estevao Exit Verdict Clear as Barcelona and Real Madrid CircleChelsea have formed a firm internal position on Estevao, with Barcelona and Real Madrid both continuing to monitor one of the club’s most exciting young attackers. According to TeamTalk, admiration from Spain has not faded despite Chelsea already moving early and decisively to win the race for his signature from Palmeiras.The Brazilian arrived for £29
  
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• Man City CEO defiant over Premier League charges

  28-09-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City chief executive Ferran Soriano has issued a defiant message to the executives of other teams about the club being found guilty of a majority of Premier League charges, BBC Sport has been told.He was speaking at a board meeting of European Football Clubs (formerly the ECA) in Copenhagen before its general assembly on Tuesday.Soriano was said to have vowed to fight the charges and the process had a long way to run, reiterating what the club's chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak said in a
  
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• Liverpool injury latest: Alexander Isak, Cody Gakpo and more

  28-09-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool injury latest: Alexander Isak, Cody Gakpo and moreLiverpool injury news as Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo raise fresh concerns before Man CityLiverpool came out of the first block of the season in good shape on the table and with momentum building under Andoni Iraola. The 1-0 win over Bournemouth, sealed by Alexander Isak, stretched the unbeaten start and kept the noise positive around Anfield.Then the international break got in the way, as it usually does. Now Liverpool have two fresh
  
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• 🎙️ There'll be some changes: De La Fuente hints at rotation for Spain

  28-09-2026 21:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎙️ There'll be some changes: De La Fuente hints at rotation for SpainSpain coach Luis de la Fuente confirmed at a press conference that he will make changes to the starting lineup to face Croatia at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán stadium in Seville.Adjustments in response to the demanding scheduleThe coach argued that the run of four matches in ten days requires bringing "freshness, strength and energy" to different positions, although he clarified that the team's
  
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• Liverpool can still sign their perfect Mo Salah successor, he wants to join

  28-09-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool can still sign their perfect Mo Salah successor, he wants to joinMohamed Salah's exit was certainly the most high-profile of Liverpool's departures this summer. The Egyptian King still had a year left on his contract but, after multiple fallings out with Arne Slot, he chose to call it quits and mutually agreed to terminate his deal with Liverpool.Most people expected him to join a Saudi Pro League team but, in the end, he ended up making the switch to Trabzonspor.On the face of things,
  
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• Liverpool Are Showing Interest In Re-Signing This Real Madrid Full-Back: Should Iraola Bring Him Back?

  28-09-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Showing Interest In Re-Signing This Real Madrid Full-Back: Should Iraola Bring Him Back?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey revealed that Liverpool are showing interest in re-signing Real Madrid full-back Trent Alexander-Arnold. It has been mentioned that the Reds would have to rival Arsenal, Manchester City and Chelsea in the race to land the English talent next year.Alexander-Arnold’s Growing Frustrations In SpainAlexander-Arnold has struggled to make himself a reg
  
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• Man City CEO 'defiant' over Premier League charges

  28-09-2026 21:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ferran Soriano joined Manchester City as chief executive in 2012 [Getty Images]Manchester City chief executive Ferran Soriano has issued a "defiant" message to the executives of other teams about the club being found guilty of a majority of Premier League charges, BBC Sport has been told.He was speaking at a board meeting of European Football Clubs (formerly the ECA) in Copenhagen before its general assembly on Tuesday.Soriano was said to have vowed to fight the charges and the process had a lon
  
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• Vojvoda is sacked after three months and seven defeats in 13 games

  28-09-2026 20:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vojvoda is sacked after three months and seven defeats in 13 gamesJuan Pablo Vojvoda’s spell at Racing has come to an end.After a poor performance and elimination in the Copa Argentina quarterfinals against Boca Juniors, the coach and the club’s board met this Monday (28) and reached an agreement for him not to remain in the position, although he did not formally resign.The information comes from TyC and Diario Olé.Right after the heavy defeat at Gigante de Arroyito stadium, t
  
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• Ancelotti to repeat Flick’s tactic with Raphinha for Brazil in upcoming matches – report

  28-09-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ancelotti to repeat Flick’s tactic with Raphinha for Brazil in upcoming matches – reportAccording to Globoesporte (h/t MARCA), Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti appears set to field Raphinha as a centre-forward in their upcoming game against Australia, taking inspiration from FC Barcelona boss Hansi Flick.The 29-year-old superstar has excelled as the Catalans’ No. 9 this season and could find himself playing in the same position for the national team.Changes incomingBrazil’s
  
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• 👊 City CEO: we'll fight the charges

  28-09-2026 20:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👊 City CEO: we'll fight the chargesAn independent commission ruled that Manchester City is guilty on 114 of the 115 charges brought by the Premier League after years of investigation into its accounts (2009–2018).Serious sporting threats and uncertaintyThe verdict opens the door to severe sanctions ranging from relegation and a massive points deduction to the stripping of titles won during that decade. The decision has caused huge shockwaves in English football, where immediate app
  
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• West Ham Reject £50K-A-Week Winger Over Injury Concerns: Smart Move?

  28-09-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham Reject £50K-A-Week Winger Over Injury Concerns: Smart Move?West Ham have reportedly decided against signing free-agent winger Solly March, despite previous admiration for the former Brighton man. The 32-year-old remains without a club after Brighton ended his 14-year association with the club in May, and his recent injury record appears to have cooled the Hammers’ interest. After relegation, West Ham now face a very different squad-building challenge for the season ahead.Mar
  
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• Real Madrid starlet sanctioned after disagreement with Castilla manager – report

  28-09-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid starlet sanctioned after disagreement with Castilla manager – reportJorge Cestero began the 2026/27 in the first-team dynamics at Real Madrid after having worked under Jose Mourinho during pre-season.However, once the Portuguese had his full complement of first-team players fit and recovered, the youngster dropped back to Castilla, where he continues to play an important role.Sanction for Cestero over argument with managerHowever, according to MARCA, Cestero had a disagreement
  
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• Liverpool may lose star man, clubs are ready to negotiate

  28-09-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool may lose star man, clubs are ready to negotiateLiverpool's first-team squad were expected to undergo a lot of changes this summer. However, in the end, only four new players were brought in with a handful also being let go.These changes may have seemed subtle from an outsiders perspective but, even within just their first few games of the 2026-27 season, it's clear that Liverpool are in a better place with Andoni Iraola at the helm.And, even though they may be unbeaten across all compe
  
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• Italy tactical advisor: ‘Tonali more creative role at Tottenham’

  28-09-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy tactical advisor: ‘Tonali more creative role at Tottenham’Roberto Mancini’s Italy tactical advisor Antonio Gagliardi explains some of the eight changes for Turkiye. ‘Sandro Tonali already has a more constructive position at Tottenham.’It kicks off at the Ataturk Spor Kompleski Matli Stadyumu in Bursa at 19.45 UK time (20.45 CEST).You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens on the Liveblog.This represents a head-to-head at the foot of Nations Leagu
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are In The Mix To Land This Bundesliga Midfielder: Decent Choice For Spurs?

  28-09-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are In The Mix To Land This Bundesliga Midfielder: Decent Choice For Spurs?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey stated that Tottenham Hotspur are in the mix to land Bayer 04 Leverkusen midfielder Ibrahim Maza. It has been mentioned that Spurs would have to compete with Arsenal in the race to sign the Algerian attacker next year.Maza’s Impressive Form In The BundesligaMaza has enjoyed a good run of form at the German club in the campaign so far as he has put in a f
  
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• Barcelona need to improve financial situation to avoid potential UEFA penalty – report

  28-09-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona need to improve financial situation to avoid potential UEFA penalty – reportFC Barcelona’s financial reconstruction still has a long way to go. Indeed, according to AS, the Catalans are overcoming some obstacles, but the deadlines for addressing their debts are also getting closer, making the current financial year particularly important.As per the report, Barça still face the possibility of having to pay half of a €45 million UEFA fine, meaning €22.5 milli
  
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• How Sebastian Berhalter has evolved for the USMNT

  28-09-2026 20:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ST. LOUIS — The first U.S. match of the second Mauricio Pochettino coaching term featured almost a dozen debuts and a resounding victory over Peru on Saturday in Central Florida. Two teenagers scored, other newbies excelled, and a mix of veterans and prospects drew rave reviews in opening a new four-year World Cup cycle.It was a night of youth, hope and the future.The friendly, though, was punctuated by a 25-year-old midfielder in his 19th international appearance — downright ancient
  
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