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• Report: Leeds United forward could be set for January exit

  17-09-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Leeds United forward could be set for January exitLeeds United Weigh Lukas Nmecha Future as January Exit Remains PossibleLeeds United have made an eye-catching start to life back in the Premier League, and the early shape of Daniel Farke’s squad is beginning to come into focus. Some positions look settled, some players have surged forward, and some contract situations now carry real significance. One of the more delicate calls at Elland Road concerns Lukas Nmecha, whose future appe
  
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• Tudor: Ex-Juventus and Tottenham coach tipped for Serie A return with Venezia

  17-09-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tudor: Ex-Juventus and Tottenham coach tipped for Serie A return with VeneziaFormer Juventus and Tottenham head coach Igor Tudor is reportedly the leading candidate to take over at Venezia in the event that Giovanni Stroppa is given his marching orders in the near future according to reports on Thursday evening.Could Tudor return to Serie A after disappointing Tottenham and Juventus spells?The newly-promoted Venezia find themselves rooted to the bottom of the Serie A table with zero points after
  
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• Maddison, Van de Ven And Robertson To Start | 4-2-3-1 Tottenham Hotspur Predicted Lineup Vs Aston Villa

  17-09-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Maddison, Van de Ven And Robertson To Start | 4-2-3-1 Tottenham Hotspur Predicted Lineup Vs Aston VillaTottenham Hotspur will entertain Aston Villa at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this Saturday as they look to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. Spurs suffered a tough 3-1 loss away at Liverpool in the EFL Cup recently, so they would be eager to bounce back with a win this weekend.Roberto De Zerbi will set his men up in a 4-2-3-1 formation and is expected to make a handful of cha
  
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• Liverpool gifted chance to secure £73m discount before January

  17-09-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool gifted chance to secure £73m discount before JanuaryLiverpool's start to the season has left many supporters confused about the direction of the team. The summer saw a change in management, with Andoni Iraola taking the reins at Anfield, and the Reds have somewhat struggled to deliver so far under the Spaniard.The players' abilities to battle adversity on the pitch seems to have improved since Arne Slot's tenure, but the squad still looks incomplete and there is work to be done i
  
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• 🚨 Spalletti changes tack: the XIs for Juventus-NEC

  17-09-2026 20:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Spalletti changes tack: the XIs for Juventus-NECJuventus return to continental competition in the Europa League, hosting NEC Nijmegen on the opening matchday of the league phase.
  Today’s match at Juventus Stadium will feature these starting lineups:JUVENTUS (3-4-2-1): Grabara; Kalulu, Gatti, Lucumì; McKennie, Douglas Luiz, Sarr, Celik; Nico Gonzalez, Alajbegovic; Woltemade.Allegri switches to a back three. Vicario does not play, but Kolo Muani and Sarr both start.NEC NIJME
  
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• Journalist claims Real Madrid can sign Manchester United teenage gem for less than €1 million

  17-09-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist claims Real Madrid can sign Manchester United teenage gem for less than €1 millionReal Madrid could sign Manchester United teenage wonderkid JJ Gabriel for less than €1 million, according to journalist Mario Cortegana on his YouTube channel (h/t Defensa Central).The 15-year-old is currently a part of the Manchester United academy and is regarded as one of the most promising young talents in English football. However, he has handed in a transfer request to leave the Red Devil
  
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• Flick will keep faith in Barcelona veteran star against Sevilla despite costly mistake

  17-09-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flick will keep faith in Barcelona veteran star against Sevilla despite costly mistakeFC Barcelona’s goalkeeping situation is under the spotlight ahead of Saturday’s visit to Sevilla. The minor knee problem suffered by Joan Garcia has opened the door for Wojciech Szczesny to return to the starting XI.Garcia felt discomfort in his knee after slipping during the recent match against Racing Santander. Medical tests confirmed that there is no serious injury, but Barça’s prio
  
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• Europa League official line-ups: Juventus vs NEC Nijmegen

  17-09-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Europa League official line-ups: Juventus vs NEC NijmegenPape Matar Sarr, Nick Woltemade and Kamil Grabara get their first Juventus starts as Luciano Spalletti shuffles his pack for the Europa League opener against NEC Nijmegen.It kicks off at Allianz Stadium at 20.00 UK time (21.00 CEST).You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens on the Liveblog.This is the opening fixture in the league phase of the competition, so all the results go into a big table, facing four opponents at home
  
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• 🚨 Real Sociedad-Bournemouth: confirmed XIs at Anoeta

  17-09-2026 19:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Real Sociedad-Bournemouth: confirmed XIs at AnoetaReal Sociedad vs Bournemouth is one of the standout fixtures on the opening matchday of the Europa League League Phase.The San Sebastián side, competing thanks to their Copa del Rey triumph, host a Bournemouth team on the rise making their European debut.Today’s match at Anoeta will be played with these lineups already confirmed:
  Real Sociedad: Marrero, Sergio Gómez, Sarr, Jon Martín, Fort, Turrientes, Barrene
  
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• Report: Liverpool make their first move to sign Chelsea star

  17-09-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool make their first move to sign Chelsea starLiverpool Transfer Interest in Estevao Faces Reality as Chelsea Contract Update EmergesLiverpool’s long-standing admiration for Estevao has again surfaced in the wake of a fresh update on the teenager’s situation, with Football FanCast outlining how Chelsea remain firmly in the picture around one of South America’s most coveted young talents.As ever with elite prospects, the noise tends to build quickly. Estevao has be
  
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• Europa League Liveblog: Juventus vs NEC Nijmegen

  17-09-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Europa League Liveblog: Juventus vs NEC NijmegenThis page will update live with the latest relevant news, no need to refresh the page!Join us for all the build-up and action as it happens from the Europa League, as Juventus host NEC Nijmegen in the League Phase of the tournament.It kicks off at the Allianz Stadium at 20.00 UK time (21.00 CEST).The Bianconeri will play eight different opponents in the opening phase, four at home and four away, with all the results going into a single league table
  
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• Bournemouth left-back Adrien Truffert to earn France recall

  17-09-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bournemouth left-back Adrien Truffert to earn France recallAFC Bournemouth left-back Adrien Truffert (24) is in line to make a long-awaited return for France’s national team, according to L’Equipe. The former Stade Rennais Academy graduate is expected to benefit from Zinédine Zidane’s arrival as Les Bleus’ boss. Zidane succeeded Didier Deschamps after the 2026 World Cup, and the former Real Madrid head coach will get his spell underway on Friday with his maiden squ
  
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• Chelsea dealt massive injury blow ahead of Brentford clash

  17-09-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea dealt massive injury blow ahead of Brentford clashChelsea injury news ahead of Brentford as Xabi Alonso waits on Caicedo and Joao PedroChelsea have had time to stew on it. Dropped points against Hull, more frustration after the defeat to Arsenal, and now a Friday night trip across west London where excuses will carry little weight. Brentford have started well, they are organised, and they will test a Chelsea side still trying to smooth out the rough edges.The problem for Xabi Alonso is s
  
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• Flick could call up 18-year-old Barcelona starlet against Sevilla in place of injured star

  17-09-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flick could call up 18-year-old Barcelona starlet against Sevilla in place of injured starAccording to Mundo Deportivo, Iker Rodriguez is emerging as the most likely candidate to replace Joan Garcia if Barcelona decide to rest their first-choice goalkeeper for Saturday’s trip to Sevilla.Garcia experienced discomfort in his right knee during Wednesday’s match against Racing Santander, with the club confirming earlier today that he has a mild injury.However, the positive news is that t
  
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• Hull FC sign Barley as Romano joins Catalans

  17-09-2026 19:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arthur Romano has won seven caps for France [swpix.com]Hull FC have signed Goole Vikings outside back Connor Barley on a one-year deal.Barley, 22, started his career with cross-city rivals Hull KR and scored 20 tries in 23 appearances for the Championship side in 2026.The move to Hull FC will reunite him with Scott Taylor who is joining the club's coaching staff having been head coach at Goole.Meanwhile, centre Arthur Romano has re-signed for Catalans Dragons after the Black and Whites released
  
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• What a player: Liverpool's Alexander Isak replacement is here

  17-09-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What a player: Liverpool's Alexander Isak replacement is hereLiverpool need someone who can replace Alexander Isak in the XI. That player has finally made himself known.Alexander Isak is the only available centre-forward in Liverpool's first-team squad. Or the only realiable one, anyway.Hugo Ekitiké remains out and we likely won't see him before the end of December at the earliest. It may even be longer than that, such was the achilles injury he suffered.Liverpool, then, are over reliant
  
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• Jürgen Klopp jokes about Germany squad leaks: “Whoever guesses the last name gets one of these hats!”

  17-09-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jürgen Klopp jokes about Germany squad leaks: “Whoever guesses the last name gets one of these hats!”Jürgen Klopp has taken a light-hearted approach to the leaks surrounding his first German national-team squad, joking with journalists after most of his 44-player selection became public before Thursday’s official announcement. The new Bundestrainer arrived at the press conference wearing a Germany cap and immediately acknowledged that much of the suspense had already
  
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• Real Madrid superstar losing ground in the battle for prominence after slow start to season

  17-09-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid superstar losing ground in the battle for prominence after slow start to seasonIt has not been the ideal start to the season for Vinicius Jr. at Real Madrid. After the match against Elche, the Brazilian acknowledged his struggles, admitting that he needs to improve his finishing and expressing confidence that the goals will return.His current form also presents Jose Mourinho with a delicate challenge, as highlighted by MARCA. The Real Madrid manager must carefully manage the balance
  
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• Liverpool centre-back Jérémy Jacquet to earn first senior France call-up

  17-09-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool centre-back Jérémy Jacquet to earn first senior France call-upLiverpool centre-back Jérémy Jacquet (21) is expected to be called up by France’s national team manager Zinédine Zidane on Friday, L’Equipe understands. Zidane will reveal his maiden squad as Les Bleus boss for the upcoming international break, that will be three weeks long. France will get their UEFA Nations League campaign underway with four games against Turkey, Belgium (twic
  
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• Goodwin to resume Dundee Utd duties after three-week absence

  17-09-2026 19:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin is set to resume his duties at Tannadice after an enforced medical absence. Goodwin, 44, was admitted to hospital at the end of August with an unknown condition, before returning home on 1 September. United take on St Mirren in the Scottish Premiership on Saturday and Goodwin will take pre-match media duties on Friday. The Irishman watched their draw with Falkirk earlier this month from the stands, but assistant Lee Sharp was in charge.Sharp has won one, lost on
  
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• Report: Liverpool have opened talks to sign world-class star in 2027

  17-09-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool have opened talks to sign world-class star in 2027Liverpool Open Michael Olise Talks as Bayern Munich Role Raises Tactical QuestionLiverpool are reportedly exploring the possibility of signing Michael Olise from Bayern Munich next summer, with the France international understood to be receptive to a potential move.IndyKails claims Olise is “very keen” on the prospect of joining Liverpool, whose admiration for the 24-year-old stretches back some time.Liverpool’
  
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• 'I give Gabriel all the right in the world to decide his own destiny'

  17-09-2026 19:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Spanish football journalist Guillem Balague says he understands why JJ Gabriel wants to "look around and see who else would be interested" in the same way Martin Odegaard did before his move to Real Madrid as a 16-year-old.Odegaard, now the Arsenal captain, moved to Madrid in 2015 from Norwegian side Stromsgodset amid interest from European giants, including Bayern Munich and both Manchester clubs.Manchester United striker Gabriel, 15, has been linked with a move to the Spanish gia
  
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• 🚨 Maresca rings the changes: Man City-Norwich City line-ups

  17-09-2026 19:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Maresca rings the changes: Man City-Norwich City line-upsManchester City, defending the Carabao Cup, host Norwich in an awkward fixture in the middle of the domestic and European schedule.Today’s game at the Etihad Stadium features these starting XIs:
  Manchester City: Rulli; Lewis, Khusanov, Reis, O'Reilly; Bouaddi, Kovačić; Samba Allan, Aït-Nouri and Cherki.Maresca has gone with a fully rotated lineup.Norwich City: Grimshaw; Fisher, Alves, Darling, Yongwa; Wright,
  
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• Manchester City and Norwich City have confirmed their starting lineups ahead of tonight’s Carabao Cup tie

  17-09-2026 19:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City and Norwich City have confirmed their starting lineups ahead of tonight’s Carabao Cup tieManchester City and Norwich City have confirmed their starting lineups ahead of tonight’s third-round Carabao Cup tie at the Etihad Stadium. Enzo Maresca’s side will begin their Carabao Cup defence against Championship opposition tonight. However, Philippe Clement’s side will be no pushover as they play attractive and attacking football and will have their sights set o
  
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• Football Italia Show – Milan and Amorim confused: ‘Similar to what he did in Manchester’

  17-09-2026 19:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Football Italia Show – Milan and Amorim confused: ‘Similar to what he did in Manchester’Milan lost their first match under Ruben Amorim on Wednesday, falling 2-0 to Benfica at San Siro in their Europa League opener. Lorenzo Bettoni and Ben Dixon of SempreMilan examine the loss and growing concerns around Ruben Amorim.Click here to subscribe to the official Football Italia YouTube channel.The result puts an early spotlight on Amorim’s start at Milan, with questions emergin
  
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• Monaco will sell Folarin Balogun in january after failed Everton move

  17-09-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Monaco will sell Folarin Balogun in january after failed Everton moveAS Monaco chief executive Thiago Scuro has confirmed the club plans to sell Folarin Balogun in the upcoming January transfer window.Balogun came close to joining Everton on the summer deadline day before the forward walked away from the transfer at the eleventh hour.Monaco had made certain financial promises to the French football’s financial watchdog, DNCG, over player sales to balance their books.Balogun’s failed
  
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• Eight targets named as Liverpool plan to bolster Andoni Iraola's squad

  17-09-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eight targets named as Liverpool plan to bolster Andoni Iraola's squadAndoni Iraola's squad are still unbeaten across all competitions. No matter who the Reds have faced, none of them have managed to out-do Liverpool with the club always finding a way to claw something out of each game.Indeed, some of the Anfield outfit's performances haven't been all that great and, seeing as though they're eighth in the Premier League, there's obviously still a lot of room for improvement.However, with the she
  
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• Barcelona summer signing sends strong message to Flick with performance vs Racing

  17-09-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona summer signing sends strong message to Flick with performance vs RacingBarcelona secured their biggest victory of the season this week against Racing Santander, winning 7-2 at the Spotify Camp Nou.A hat-trick from Raphinha, a brace from Joao Cancelo and goals from Lamine Yamal and Gabriel Jesus helped Flick’s side maintain their perfect start to the season.Cancelo, in particular, had a game to remember and has given Hansi Flick exactly the kind of selection headache a Barcelona c
  
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• Jürgen Klopp sees 44-player squad as reason for renewed optimism in German football

  17-09-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jürgen Klopp sees 44-player squad as reason for renewed optimism in German footballJürgen Klopp has pushed back against the pessimism surrounding the German national team’s player pool, arguing that his first weeks as Bundestrainer have instead revealed considerably more talent than he initially expected. Germany emerged from the World Cup with familiar questions over the depth and quality available to the senior national team. Klopp acknowledged that those doubts were hardly con
  
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• Ex-Tottenham manager Igor Tudor in line to become next Venezia manager

  17-09-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ex-Tottenham manager Igor Tudor in line to become next Venezia managerIgor Tudor was last seen managing Tottenham last season. The spell didn’t last long as it took Roberto De Zerbi’s appointment to save the club from possible relegation. Despite that, Tudor could be in line for his next Serie A job.The club in question is Venezia, who are currently rock bottom in the Italian top flight.SportItalia – via Calciomercato, report that Giovanni Stroppa’s position could be unde
  
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