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• Report: Chelsea considering move for £51m-rated World Cup star

  18-06-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Chelsea considering move for £51m-rated World Cup starChelsea Eye Diogo Costa as Xabi Alonso Begins Major Squad RebuildChelsea’s latest transfer thinking points towards a familiar conclusion. Elite teams eventually arrive at the same question, can they trust their goalkeeper to deliver trophies?According to reporting from the Mirror, Chelsea are considering a move for Porto captain Diogo Costa, a player who has been admired across Europe for several years and who was once str
  
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• 👑 Top 20 scorers: La Liga dominates 😱, Bayern missing 😳

  08-09-2026 09:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👑 Top 20 scorers: La Liga dominates 😱, Bayern missing 😳As every week, check out the top 20 scorers (goals + assists) of the 2026-27 season in Europe’s five major leagues.Third episode of the 2026-2027 season this Tuesday!The craziest thing after this new weekend is the huge presence of Liga players in this ranking. There are 10 of them, and the top 6 is 100% Liga!Another small surprise: still no Bayern Munich player in this ranking, after the Bavarians’ 0-0 dr
  
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• Exciting forward closing in on Liverpool as major deal agreed

  08-09-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Exciting forward closing in on Liverpool as major deal agreedAn exciting forward is closing in joining Liverpool's first-team very soon. One thing Andoni Iraola has a shortage of is adequate options at senior level in the no.9 position.With the injury of Hugo Ekitike, it's really just Alexander Isak who is a recognised forward option.There are players who can fill that role like Federico Chiesa and Cody Gakpo, or even Victor Munoz and Bradley Barcola have played that role, but they are all bette
  
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• 'I've never seen a manager's face like it'

  08-09-2026 09:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]The Devils' Advocate podcast co-host Joe McGrath says head coach Michael Carrick looked like a "fan" after Manchester United conceded in the final seconds to draw 2-2 at Everton on Sunday.It has been a mixed campaign so far for United supporters, who have watched their team put five goals past Ipswich Town at Old Trafford but also lose at Hull City and let two points slip away at Hill Dickinson Stadium courtesy of Ainsley Maitland-Niles' stunning stoppage-time strike."I've never se
  
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• Predicted Borussia Dortmund XI vs. Villarreal: BVB duo absent

  08-09-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Predicted Borussia Dortmund XI vs. Villarreal: BVB duo absentBorussia Dortmund begin their UEFA Champions League campaign at home to La Liga side Villarreal at the Westfalenstadion on Tuesday evening, but they will have to do without an additional two first team players.Ramy Bensebaini was sent off against Atalanta in their final Champions League game of 2025/26, and so will miss BVB’s opening game, while, per Ruhr Nachrichten, Filippo Mane will be sidelined for several weeks after sufferi
  
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• Can Brobbey and Isidor play together?

  08-09-2026 09:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Whether Brian Brobbey and Wilson Isidor can partner each other without unbalancing the Sunderland team has been the subject of several questions sent in via our Black Cats Ask me Anything form.We were granted our first opportunity to see whether the pairing of Brobbey and Isidor will or could work in the home match against Fulham. It is hard to say definitively, but on the evidence of that short cameo, I'd suggest there is no reason to think it couldn't work.Isidor, of course, firm
  
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• The next Mo Salah is here, and he is incredible

  08-09-2026 09:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The next Mo Salah is here, and he is incredibleThere's a new Mo Salah on the scene and he is destined to join Liverpool. It was an eyebrow raising decision not to replace the Egyptian star this summer. Salah's departure has left a void in the squad but looking back it was definitely a necessary move.Ultimately, Liverpool had moved away from relying on their former talisman. Salah is still a supreme footballer. However, long-term Liverpool need to look ahead to the future.That future is now repre
  
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• 🥐☕️FC Breakfast: surprise Ballon d'Or names, incredible Liga record 🤯

  08-09-2026 09:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐☕️FC Breakfast: surprise Ballon d'Or names, incredible Liga record 🤯Huge surprises at the Ballon d'Or?This Tuesday, the 30 nominees for the 2026 Ballon d'Or will be revealed.And on Monday evening, some journalists started sharing a few insider tidbits. The most WTF of them: the presence of Sadio Mané and Julián Quiñones among the 30 nominees, as reported by independent journalist SamC_reports.Pretty far-fetched stuff...194 matches in a row: incr
  
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• 🥐☕️FC breakfast: surprise Ballon d'Or names, crazy La Liga record 🤯

  08-09-2026 09:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐☕️FC breakfast: surprise Ballon d'Or names, crazy La Liga record 🤯Huge surprises at the Ballon d'Or?This Tuesday, the 30 nominees for the 2026 Ballon d'Or will be revealed.And as early as Monday evening, some journalists started sharing a few insider details. The most surprising of them: the presence of Sadio Mané and Julián Quiñones among the 30 nominees, as reported by independent journalist Sam C.Far-fetched stuff...194 matches in a row: incr
  
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• Inter Milan superstar Lautaro Martínez reveals contact with Julian Alvarez after Barcelona drama: ‘Hope he gets well soon’

  08-09-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter Milan superstar Lautaro Martínez reveals contact with Julian Alvarez after Barcelona drama: ‘Hope he gets well soon’Lautaro Martinez has offered his support to Julian Alvarez after the Atletico Madrid forward’s failed move to Barcelona, admitting that the situation surrounding his Argentina teammate has been difficult.Alvarez remained at Atletico despite Barcelona’s interest and the player’s desire to make the move to Catalonia. The Spanish transfe
  
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• Guerreiro, Sancho offered to Roma: Giallorossi not interested

  08-09-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Guerreiro, Sancho offered to Roma: Giallorossi not interestedRoma, barring any surprises, will not intervene in the free agent market. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Giallorossi have decided not to rush and will wait until the January transfer window to complete their squad, especially the attacking winger. In recent days, Roma have reportedly been offered Raphaël Guerreiro, a free agent following his last stint at Bayern Munich. The Portuguese’s profile, however, apparently failed
  
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• Will Lampard change the way Coventry play this season?

  08-09-2026 09:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Coventry City's style of play has been the subject of several questions sent in via our Sky Blues Ask Me Anything form, with some of you wondering whether Frank Lampard will adjust it this season as a result of facing higher-level opposition.Coventry's shape under Lampard is never fixed and that tactical flexibility is going to be a major theme of their Premier League return.We saw it immediately against Manchester City, when Lampard switched to a back five rather than the usual back four t
  
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• When a Hot Start Turns a Good Team Into a Bad Bet

  08-09-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  When a Hot Start Turns a Good Team Into a Bad BetThere are few things bettors love more than a team that’s making them money.And there are few things betting markets correct faster.That’s the uncomfortable part of a hot start. The first few wins can be profitable. Then everybody notices. The bookmakers notice. The betting public notices. The price starts moving.Eventually, you can be completely right about the team and still be making a bad bet.Roma are a good example of how quickly
  
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• Real Madrid megastar working to rediscover best form after slow start to new season

  08-09-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid megastar working to rediscover best form after slow start to new seasonVinicius Jr. is determined to rediscover his best form for Real Madrid after making a relatively slow start to the 2026/27 season.According to AS, the Brazilian is now focused on turning promising moments into the level of performances that have made him one of the club’s most important players.The forward has registered one goal and two assists across Real Madrid’s first four league matches so far, wh
  
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• Molina to make first Roma start in Fenerbahce clash

  08-09-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Molina to make first Roma start in Fenerbahce clashNahuel Molina is eagerly awaiting his Roma debut. The Argentine winger, not in top form after playing in the World Cup final, is gradually finding more playing time and is now awaiting a starting spot. Born in 1998, he began his spell in Rome on the bench in the home game against Fiorentina, before playing 30 and 36 minutes against Lecce and Atalanta. Young Lulli took his place. The former Udinese player showed his readiness, especially in the l
  
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• 'Hopefully we've learned from this experiment' - fans on Edu departure

  08-09-2026 08:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on Nottingham Forest's global head of football Edu leaving after just over a year at the City Ground.Here are some of your comments: Sean: We tried it and it didn't work for us. A turbulent, four-manager season isn't really what was expected. The thing with transfers is that you really need to work with the manager because they know the team best. From the moment Edu and Nuno Espirito Santo fell out it was always going to be a problematic appointment. H
  
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• 5⃣ stories of the day: Ballon d'Or nominees, Rodri's criticism...

  08-09-2026 08:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  5⃣ stories of the day: Ballon d'Or nominees, Rodri's criticism...Tuesday, September 8 begins packed with news and packed with football.
  So let’s go over the news you can’t miss to start the day...The Champions League gets underway📸 VALERY HACHE - AFP or licensorsThe 72nd edition of the UEFA Champions League begins, or in other words, the 35th under the Champions League name.It gets going with some huge matches, with Real Madrid-Inter, Borussia Dortmund-Villarreal, Lille
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool wonderkid is set to join Manchester United

  08-09-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool wonderkid is set to join Manchester UnitedIsaac Konde joins Manchester United from Liverpool in significant academy moveManchester United have completed the signing of Isaac Konde from Liverpool, with Fabrizio Romano on X reporting the deal. For Liverpool, it is a frustrating departure. For United, it is another example of a clear academy recruitment strategy focused on securing elite teenage talent before pathways become more established elsewhere.Konde is hig
  
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• Reds want long-term Hughes replacement

  08-09-2026 08:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]With Richard Hughes' move to Al-Hilal now confirmed, Liverpool are seeking a new sporting director for the fifth time since 2022.Hughes joined Liverpool in the summer of 2024 and oversaw the appointments of Arne Slot then Andoni Iraola. He informed the club earlier this year that he wanted to pursue a new challenge in Saudi Arabia.Mike Gordon, the president of Fenway Sports Group (FSG), is overseeing the process of finding Hughes' replacement, with Liverpool keen to make a swift appointment
  
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• Michael Carrick confirms injury latest on Carlos Baleba, Marcus Rashford and more

  08-09-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael Carrick confirms injury latest on Carlos Baleba, Marcus Rashford and moreManchester United Injury Update Before Man City DerbyManchester United head into a demanding week with one eye on Sabah and the other on Manchester City, and the injury picture is starting to shift. Michael Carrick has had some encouragement, with Mason Mount back fit and Luke Shaw already returning to the starting line-up against Everton. That matters, because United need bodies, options and a bit of continuity.The
  
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• Como renew striker's contract after cancer diagnosis

  08-09-2026 08:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como have extended the contract of their forward Roberta Picchi after she was diagnosed with breast cancer.The Italian club, who will make their women's Serie A debut this season, said they extended Picchi's contract until the end of the 2027-28 season as part of their "continued commitment" to the player.The 34-year-old Italian is set to begin cancer treatment and will be supported by Como's medical team, who will work with the ​specialists overseeing her care."Everyone at Como ​190
  
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• World-class star is dreaming of joining Liverpool

  08-09-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World-class star is dreaming of joining LiverpoolAn exciting African star is ready to make his move to Liverpool. The Reds are without a sporting director at the moment after Richard Hughes left the club. But it doesn't mean they are in disarray.Behind him, Liverpool have a lot of experienced key decision makers when it comes to recruitment. Pedro Marques has done a brilliant job identifying young talent and bringing them to Anfield.Meanwhile, Julian Ward and David Woodfine have been essential t
  
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• Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez sends clear warning to Real Madrid: ‘We have our own strengths’

  08-09-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez sends clear warning to Real Madrid: ‘We have our own strengths’Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martínez has insisted that winning the Champions League remains a major ambition for the Italian club, but stressed that lifting the trophy cannot become an obsession as they prepare to face Real Madrid.Lautaro was speaking ahead of Inter’s opening group-stage fixture against Madrid, with the Argentine making clear that his side is targeting the
  
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• Barcelona summer signing cleared for senior debut as La Liga approves first-team registration

  08-09-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona summer signing cleared for senior debut as La Liga approves first-team registrationBarcelona have received the administrative clearance they have been waiting for, with summer signing Jesse Bisiwu now approved to play for the first team in LaLiga.According to SPORT, the 18-year-old Belgian winger has completed the necessary registration process and can now be selected by Hansi Flick for a competitive fixture. That means Bisiwu could be included in Barcelona’s matchday squad
  
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• Shankland faces up to three months out - gossip

  08-09-2026 08:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers captain Lawrence Shankland, 31, will miss up to three months of action with a hamstring injury. (Rangers Review - subscription required)Former Belgium player Philippe Albert questions why countryman Nicolas Raskin, 25, is still at Rangers. (Record - subscription required)Defender Emmanuel Fernandez, 25, sees growing "togetherness" at Rangers and feels the side is "growing". (Sun)Frosinone president Maurizio Stirpe says he wanted to sell Celtic and Rangers target Fares Ghedjemis, 24, this
  
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• Non-league to Champions League: The Porto boss out to stun Man City

  08-09-2026 08:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Francesco Farioli took Porto to the league title last season [Getty Images]Francesco Farioli is one of the fastest-rising stars in coaching.The 37-year-old led Porto to the Portuguese title last season and is now preparing to take charge of his first Champions League match as a manager against Manchester City at the Estadio do Dragao on Tuesday.Leading a team out in Europe's premier club competition might still feel a long time coming for Farioli, who was linked with the vacancies at Chelsea, Li
  
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• 'Sage has hard work ahead of him' - fans on Palace's defending

  08-09-2026 08:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on whether defending is a problem for Crystal Palace and whether you will be happy with two wins from four in the Premier League if Pierre Sage's side beat Ipswich on Saturday.Here are some of your comments:Paul: Defence is very much a concern. The Premier League looks to contain more teams who could capitalise on that and, as we know, three consecutive draws or defeats can have as great an impact on position in table (and confidence) as three consecuti
  
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• Watts set 'double figures' target by Argyle boss

  08-09-2026 08:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Caleb Watts has been a substitute in four of Plymouth Argyle's five League One games this season [Shutterstock]Plymouth Argyle attacker Caleb Watts should be aiming for at least 10 goals this season, according to boss Tom Cleverley.The 24-year-old is returning from injury and scored for the first time this season in the 3-2 win at Doncaster Rovers on Saturday.Watts, who moved to Argyle from Devon rivals Exeter City last summer, scored seven times in 33 appearances last season."He's intense, he's
  
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• Newcastle were 'preparing for months' for Howe departure

  08-09-2026 08:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eddie Howe ended Newcastle United's 70-year wait to win a major domestic trophy by lifting the Carabao Cup in 2025 [Getty Images]Newcastle United sporting director Ross Wilson says the club were preparing for former head coach Eddie Howe's departure for up to nine months.Although Howe had originally intended to carry on this season, the drained manager decided to step down in July because he felt it was in the best interests of all parties for him to take a break.It was a summer of huge change,
  
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• Real Madrid legend Ivan Zamorano talks Mbappe, Espi, Mourinho, Inter Milan clash: ‘The players are adapting’

  08-09-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid legend Ivan Zamorano talks Mbappe, Espi, Mourinho, Inter Milan clash: ‘The players are adapting’Real Madrid face the biggest test of their season so far later tonight as they lock horns with Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League.The scheduling in the competition sees Los Blancos pitted against one of their most difficult opponents in the very first matchday of the event, and the timing could not be any worse for Real Madrid as they are coming freshly off thei
  
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