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• Refereeing body admits major error in Monaco-Strasbourg game

  16-09-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Refereeing body admits major error in Monaco-Strasbourg gameLigue 1’s refereeing body have admitted a major error during AS Monaco’s game against RC Strasbourg Alsace on Saturday. In the 89th minute, Matthis Abline was brought down in the Strasbourg box with the score at 1-1. Éric Wattellier did not spot the trip and nor did those operating VAR on the day. The game would go on to end as a draw, with Paris Brunner’s long-range effort cancelling out an earlier own goal fro
  
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• Criticism 'normal' after poor start - Man Utd's Olid

  18-09-2026 10:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Olid joined Manchester United from Scottish side Hearts in the summer [Getty Images]Manchester United manager Eva Olid says it is "normal" to expect "constructive criticism" following their poor start to the Women's Super League campaign.Olid took over as manager in the summer after the departure of Marc Skinner and has suffered defeats in her opening two WSL matches.Their 2-1 loss at London City Lionesses on the opening day of the season was followed by a 5-0 thrashing at home to rivals Chelsea
  
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• Celtic fans fear derby 'nightmare' after 'appalling' Euro defeat

  18-09-2026 10:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]We asked for your views after Celtic begin their Europa League campaign with a 3-1 home defeat by Ferencvaros.Here are some of your comments:Patrick: Can't say I'm surprised. This is beginning to look like the Covid season where we lost everything. Something needs to change and the answer can't just be to sack the manager, because then what? Must focus on the weekend, Celtic can't lose three games in a week, twice to the Rangers!Reids: Very poor from Celtic. Got a lift from summer signings
  
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• Why these five Premier League managers need a result more than ever

  18-09-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As Brighton tried to work their way back into Wednesday night’s Carabao Cup game at Old Trafford, a realisation spread through the team. Manchester United, despite their early burst, were really lacking in intensity. They were there to be got at.United looked and felt slow. And if that could usually be written off as just what occasionally happens in the League Cup with a second-string team, the greater concern is how it has been so consistent with tepid performances so far.United’s
  
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• Hansi Flick calls up 18-year-old La Masia talent for first-team training ahead of Sevilla clash

  18-09-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick calls up 18-year-old La Masia talent for first-team training ahead of Sevilla clashBarcelona have turned to one of La Masia’s brightest goalkeeping prospects as Hansi Flick prepares for the possibility of being without Joan Garcia against Sevilla.According to SPORT, 18-year-old Iker Rodriguez was called up for first-team training on Friday, with the teenager now in line to travel to the Sanchez Pizjuan if Garcia is left out of the squad.Garcia picked up discomfort in his knee d
  
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• Besiktas’ special tribute to Italiano as coach wins fans’ hearts

  18-09-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Besiktas’ special tribute to Italiano as coach wins fans’ heartsVincenzo Italiano has already become an idol at Besiktas, with the Turkish club giving him a special tribute after their 4-1 win over Marseille by playing Toto Cutugno’s iconic hit ‘L’Italiano.’Former Fiorentina and Bologna coach Italiano has had a fantastic start to his Besiktas career, grabbing ten wins from his first 12 games in charge.ISTANBUL, TURKEY – SEPTEMBER 17: Vincenzo Italiano, H
  
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• Brentford v Chelsea: Key stats and talking points

  18-09-2026 10:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Unbeaten Brentford host a Chelsea side struggling for consistency under manager Xabi Alonso.BBC Sport examines some of the key themes going into their meeting at Gtech Community Stadium on Friday night. Brentford continued their unbeaten start to the season with a hard-fought Carabao Cup win at Reading on Tuesday. Next on their agenda will be a return to winning ways in the Premier League.The Bees have turned into something of a draw specialist in the top flight, with 10 of their past 14 Premier
  
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• Kylian Mbappe reveals who he finds easier to play with at Real Madrid

  18-09-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappe reveals who he finds easier to play with at Real MadridKylian Mbappe is into his third season as a Real Madrid player, and it’s safe to say that he’s loving life in the Spanish capital. He’s yet to help Los Blancos win a major trophy since joining from Paris Saint-Germain, although he is determined as ever to end that barren streak during the 2026-27 campaign.This week, Mbappe spoke on a variety of topics during an extended interview with Diario AS which included
  
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• Rival watch: Atletico will be able to count on superstar forward against Real Madrid

  18-09-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rival watch: Atletico will be able to count on superstar forward against Real MadridAtletico Madrid appear set to have Julian Alvarez available for the first Madrid derby of the 2026/27 season, giving Diego Simeone another attacking option ahead of the meeting with Real Madrid.The Argentine has missed Atletico’s last two matches after suffering a minor muscle strain during the Champions League clash with Liverpool. He subsequently sat out the games against Real Sociedad and Osasuna, b
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona to face Atletico Madrid in 2027 Spanish Super Cup semi-final

  18-09-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona to face Atletico Madrid in 2027 Spanish Super Cup semi-finalBarcelona have learnt who they will face in the 2027 Spanish Super Cup semi-final, and it will be far more than a routine encounter.Hansi Flick’s side have been paired with Atletico Madrid, giving Barça an opponent with whom tensions are running high.Istanbul will host the Super Cup from 2 to 6 February after the Spanish Football Federation finalised the agreement.Barcelona face Atletico on 2 February a
  
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• 'Lampard cannot look washed out or empty after a heavy loss'

  18-09-2026 10:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]Managing a newly promoted team in the Premier League is very demanding, as Frank Lampard is finding out at Coventry.It's the highest level, not just for the technical ability of the players your team faces, but also the sheer physicality these players possess, and it feels like the gap to the Championship is getting greater every season.From my experience in the same situation, you have to be really smart in the way you approach every game and recognise the importance of prepa
  
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• Fleet-footed Samba a contrast to father

  18-09-2026 10:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]The Samba surname will be familiar to those of a certain age who have followed the Premier League.Floyd is the son of former Blackburn and QPR defender Christopher, who played 171 top-flight matches for those two sides, as well as a further 12 in the Championship with Aston Villa.The City forward is the younger of two brothers at the club, with Tyrone also involved in the youth team, and will now be aiming to play more first-team minutes after an exciting debut.As a fleet-footed forward, Fl
  
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• Liverpool line up move for 'perfect' £34 million star

  18-09-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool line up move for 'perfect' £34 million starLiverpool made a fair few changes to their squad during the summer transfer window. This was obviously expected to happen after the Anfield outfit finished fifth in the Premier League during the 2025-26 campaign.Indeed, they still managed to qualify for the Champions League but, if they'd have done any worse, Andoni Iraola's former team, Bournemouth, would have made it into Europe's premium competition instead of them.This would have bee
  
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• Argyle's Pepple aiming to return to Canada squad

  18-09-2026 10:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bim Pepple (right) has scored in each of his past two Plymouth Argyle appearances [Shutterstock]Plymouth Argyle striker Bim Pepple is aiming to be recalled to the Canada squad, head coach Tom Cleverley has said.The 23-year-old was called up for his country’s final squad before the World Cup in March.But despite ending the season with 15 goals in 21 games, he did not make the final cut for the tournament.People has scored three goals this season, including in each of Argyle's past two games
  
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• Nico Gonzalez’s gesture helps Woltemade score first Juventus goal

  18-09-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico Gonzalez’s gesture helps Woltemade score first Juventus goalNico Gonzalez gave the ball to Nick Woltemade after earning a penalty kick against NEC last night, allowing the Newcastle loanee to score his first goal in a Bianconeri shirt from the spot.Juventus secured a comfortable 5-0 win over NEC in their Europa League opener last night, with four players- Woltemade, Randal Kolo Muani, Zeki Celik and Kerim Alajbegovic scoring for the first time this season.TURIN, ITALY – SEPTEMBE
  
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• Jaissle 'still in a phase of figuring things out'

  18-09-2026 10:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Matthias Jaissle spent the bus journey home from Monday's tough game at Leeds United digging into the detail behind the defeat with his analysts.However, just as Jaissle has not allowed himself to get too high following positive results, he has not tended to emotionally rip up the foundations after a setback, either, as former Red Bull Salzburg midfielder Zlatko Junuzovic explained."They analysed the situation and, where necessary, made one or two adjustments, but nothing drastic,"
  
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• Mbappe talks Mourinho, Vinicius, Bellingham, Diomande, Espi, Barcelona, Ballon d’Or

  18-09-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mbappe talks Mourinho, Vinicius, Bellingham, Diomande, Espi, Barcelona, Ballon d’OrKylian Mbappe has worked under four different Real Madrid managers in just over two seasons, and his latest interview with AS offers a glimpse into how he views the changes at the Santiago Bernabeu.Carlo Ancelotti, Xabi Alonso, Alvaro Arbeloa and now Jose Mourinho have each left their mark on the French forward, and Mbappe says the Portuguese’s appointment has already made an impression.“It&rsquo
  
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• Como midfielder backs Barcelona megastar to win Ballon d’Or: ‘What he does is incredible’

  18-09-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como midfielder backs Barcelona megastar to win Ballon d’Or: ‘What he does is incredible’Lamine Yamal has received another public endorsement for the Ballon d’Or, this time from Como midfielder Luis Milla, who believes the Barcelona winger deserves the award despite the unusually open nature of this year’s race.Notably, Yamal is one of the leading names heading into the ceremony in London on October 26. His case is built on a season in which he helped Barcelona
  
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• Derby day deluge - five things to watch in the EFL

  18-09-2026 09:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Bromwich Albion are flying high in the Championship under James Morrison (right), while Grant McCann's Doncaster Rovers are bottom of League One [Getty Images]Derby delights are abound in the English Football League this weekend.Whether it be local rivalries, competitive cities, or simply a team named Derby coming to town, for many the biggest thing on offer will not just be about the league table.Here are five things to look out across the weekend in the EFL.Strugglers meet at Turf Moor[BB
  
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• Report: Liverpool keen on move for 22-year-old midfielder

  18-09-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool keen on move for 22-year-old midfielderCher Ndour Transfer Latest as Liverpool Eye Midfield UpgradeLiverpool’s midfield planning is back under the spotlight, with TeamTalk reporting that the club remain firmly interested in Cher Ndour ahead of the winter market. The 22-year-old has emerged as a serious option for a department that still feels unsettled, and the circumstances around the race suggest Liverpool may have a clearer run than some expected.This is a squad that h
  
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• Report: Everton star is wanted by Real Madrid in surprise move

  18-09-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Everton star is wanted by Real Madrid in surprise moveJarrad Branthwaite Transfer Latest as Real Madrid and Manchester United Circle Everton Centre-BackReal Madrid are closely tracking Jarrad Branthwaite, with Everton’s commanding centre-back emerging as a serious name in the market ahead of future windows. According to Goal, the Spanish giants are assessing whether a move is realistic, although Everton’s valuation, reported at €93m, roughly £79.9m, creates an imme
  
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• OneFootball x Martin Luke Brown: Any Man Utd success will be because of Bruno

  18-09-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OneFootball x Martin Luke Brown: Any Man Utd success will be because of BrunoAs part of OneFootball's collaboration series with Shoot Music we're interviewing an artist about their love of football.This week it's artist, songwriter, producer, and Manchester United fan, Martin Luke BrownWhen did you start supporting Manchester United and why?One of my earliest memories was watching the World Cup in 1998 and becoming obsessed with David Beckham like every other millennial man. Turned out he played
  
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• Met Police granted special power for Millwall vs West Ham amid fears of fan violence

  18-09-2026 09:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Metropolitan Police are planning a huge-scale operation as Millwall and West Ham meet for the first time in 14 years on Saturday.Amid fears of violence between fans of the fierce derby rivals, 400 police officers are set to be deployed onto the streets of east London, donned in riot gear though without shields.This is around four times the normal police presence seen at Championship games, with 60 to 150 officers usually on duty.The police have also been granted the special power of a Sectio
  
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• Real Madrid coaching staff see 26-year-old star as key figure who brings ‘order and stability’

  18-09-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid coaching staff see 26-year-old star as key figure who brings ‘order and stability’Real Madrid had to contend with the absence of Aurelien Tchouameni in the initial weeks of the season, with the Frenchman suffering from an injury he picked up at the World Cup.However, importantly for Jose Mourinho, the 26-year-old has returned at a crucial juncture for Los Blancos, with the games coming thick and fast.While Mourinho insists nobody in his squad is indispensable, the France
  
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• Manchester United make decision on Michael Carrick’s future after Brighton defeat

  18-09-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United make decision on Michael Carrick’s future after Brighton defeatManchester United boss Michael Carrick is already facing scrutiny after the club’s poor start to the new season.The Red Devils crashed out of the League Cup at the first hurdle after Brighton & Hove Albion came back from 2-0 down to seal a sensational 3-2 success at Old Trafford.Rumours are rife that United are doing their due diligence in the event they are forced to sack Carrick early this season.H
  
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• Fermin Lopez vs Dani Olmo: Barcelona have a fascinating battle for one starting position

  18-09-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fermin Lopez vs Dani Olmo: Barcelona have a fascinating battle for one starting positionHansi Flick has a problem that most managers would happily accept: two proven attacking midfielders are competing for the same starting place at Barcelona.As such, Fermin Lopez and Dani Olmo have been sharing the No.10 role at different points of the opening seven matches, but their minutes together have been surprisingly limited. To put it in perspective, Barcelona have already played 718 minutes of foo
  
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• Andoni Iraola told Liverpool will have to pay €35m for midfield maestro

  18-09-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola told Liverpool will have to pay €35m for midfield maestroLiverpool's midfield is arguably their main problem area at the moment. The Reds brought in two attackers and two defenders during the summer transfer window and, despite them losing Curtis Jones and Harvey Elliott, no midfielders were signed.Of course, many were linked with a potential Liverpool move but, since they had their eyes set on other targets, that never came to fruition.Lamine Camara, Manu Kone and Khephren Th
  
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• Today’s Papers – New Juventus goals, Amorim under fire, Mancini’s Italy squad

  18-09-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers – New Juventus goals, Amorim under fire, Mancini’s Italy squadLa Gazzetta dello SportAmorim under fire(But he’s untouchable)Milan want an immediate breakthroughThe problems: team defenceless and irritable; attack in crisisNew Juventus goalsEuroLeague: Four unlock themselves, including KoloNEC crushed at the Stadium: First goals for Alajbegovic, Woltemade and Celik. Nico drags.I’ll make your head spinAll the moves of Chivu and GasperiniThe Nerazzurri a
  
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• Monaco predicted XI v Lens: Manchester City loanee Mathys Detourbet to start

  18-09-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Monaco predicted XI v Lens: Manchester City loanee Mathys Detourbet to startInjuries in the forward line limit Filipe Luís’ options as AS Monaco prepare to face RC Lens at the Stade Louis II on Friday night. Ansu Fati is not yet ready to return to the fold. Mamadou Coulibaly missed last week’s draw to RC Strasbourg Alsace and his quadriceps injury is expected to keep him out for several more weeks. Anis Soubeir was the man to replace him at the Meinau, but he didn’t make
  
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• Key Takeaways from AFC Champions League Matchday One: The Approach

  18-09-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Key Takeaways from AFC Champions League Matchday One: The ApproachImageDaejeon Hana Citizen are using ACL as motivation; Pohang Steelers, FC Seoul, and Gangwon FC are using it for rotation, while Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors are showing determination. Matchday One is now done and dusted in both the AFC Champions League Elite and AFC Champions League Two, and the five K League clubs involved look to have signalled their intent for this season's competition.The AFC Champions League returned this week, a
  
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