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• Report Leipzig challenge Newcastle and Aston Villa for Nkunku

  18-08-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Leipzig challenge Newcastle and Aston Villa for NkunkuAccording to Sportitalia, RB Leipzig are keen on bringing Christopher Nkunku back, with Milan open to discussing a potential loan deal.Bundesliga side RB Leipzig want to bring Nkunku back to the club, according to Sportitalia transfer expert Gianluigi Longari.Leipzig want to bring Nkunku backAccording to the report, Leipzig have been ‘pushing’ in recent hours, knowing that Nkunku is not part of Milan’s plans.The Frenc
  
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• Liverpool transfer plans for ‘fantastic’ star confirmed

  19-08-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool transfer plans for ‘fantastic’ star confirmedLiverpool still need to make a few changes to their first-team squad before the summer transfer window slams shut. At the moment, several deals are on the cusp of completion.However, until those players are pictured in Liverpool kits, they can't be relied upon as options for Liverpool to use.So, with deadline day edging ever-closer, it's getting to the point where things need to be finalised before its too late.The rumour mill ha
  
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• Jose Mourinho reveals he personally spoke to new Barcelona signing before Camp Nou move: ‘His doubts created doubts in me’

  19-08-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho reveals he personally spoke to new Barcelona signing before Camp Nou move: ‘His doubts created doubts in me’Jose Mourinho has lifted the lid on Real Madrid’s failed attempt to sign Rodri, revealing that he personally spoke with the Spanish midfielder before his eventual move to Barcelona.The 30-year-old has now completed his transfer from Manchester City to Barcelona, signing a four-year contract that will keep him at the club until the summer of 2030.However, bef
  
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• How Carrick's Man Utd are shaping up for Premier League season

  19-08-2026 08:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]"First and foremost, we want to win," said Michael Carrick when asked what style of football he wanted his Manchester United team to play this season.But he quickly clarified, "we want to be excited - that's why we love this club. I'm fully aware that we need to do it in a certain way".Carrick echoed the sentiment of the architect of United's most successful era, Sir Alex Ferguson, who in 2017 said: "I think you have a duty to entertain. We have to always remember there's a public
  
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• Jose Mourinho unsure about Real Madrid captain’s role ahead of new season – report

  19-08-2026 08:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho unsure about Real Madrid captain’s role ahead of new season – reportReal Madrid may be closing in on the start of the 2026/27 campaign, but one major question remains unresolved at Valdebebas: where exactly does Federico Valverde fit into José Mourinho’s plans?Los Blancos are preparing for their La Liga opener against Espanyol after a strong pre-season preparation.The Real Madrid squad has also been strengthened by six new signings, giving Mourinho more opt
  
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• Barcelona draw up three-man shortlist as Julian Alvarez transfer on the verge of collapse

  19-08-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona draw up three-man shortlist as Julian Alvarez transfer on the verge of collapseBarcelona are reportedly preparing to move on from their pursuit of Julian Alvarez, with the Atletico Madrid forward now believed to be out of reach.As previously reported, the Julian Alvarez to Barcelona transfer is said to be “99% off the table”, forcing the Catalan giants to look elsewhere for a striker.As a result, according to El Chiringuito TV, Barcelona have already identified three altern
  
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• Wrexham's Moore aiming to stay the distance

  19-08-2026 08:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kieffer Moore scored Wrexham's opening goal of the new league season in Monday's 1-1 draw with Cardiff City [Getty Images]It did not take long for Kieffer Moore to underline once again his importance to Wrexham's hopes of success.Less than three minutes into the new Championship campaign, the Wales forward was wheeling away to celebrate his first goal of 2026-27.Even after Rubin Colwill's punishing Cardiff City equaliser denied Wrexham the Welsh derby bragging rights in the last moments of Monda
  
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• Mourinho talks Mbappe, Bellingham, Vinicius, Rodri, Arbeloa, new signings

  19-08-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho talks Mbappe, Bellingham, Vinicius, Rodri, Arbeloa, new signingsJose Mourinho was Real Madrid’s first big ‘signing’ of the summer after the departure of Alvaro Arbeloa, and last night he became the first of the new arrivals to be presented.The manager was presented to the fans in a closed-door event with little media coverage and was only accompanied by Florentino Perez for the ceremony.After all, the presentation was only a formality and the manager had already b
  
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• Julian Alvarez to Barcelona now ‘99% off’ – here’s why

  19-08-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Julian Alvarez to Barcelona now ‘99% off’ – here’s whyBarcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez appears to have suffered a major blow, with the Argentine forward’s dream move to Camp Nou now reportedly on the verge of collapse.According to Jose Alvarez of El Chiringuito TV, the transfer of Julian Alvarez to Barcelona is now “99 per cent off the table”, despite the player making no secret of his desire to join the Blaugrana.Barcelona have spent months t
  
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• A positional shift is likely on the cards for a Manchester City full-back

  19-08-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A positional shift is likely on the cards for a Manchester City full-backWith two weeks remaining in the summer transfer window, the makeup of the Manchester City midfield is far from certain. So far, Bernardo Silva and Rodri have left the club. Tijjani Reijnders is set to follow them. The future of Nico Gonzalez is also in doubt. David Ornstein has reported that Newcastle United are exploring a move for the Spanish midfielder. At this point, Enzo Maresca looks short of options in midfield. Ther
  
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• Liverpool can revisit deal for ‘extraordinary’ star, he’d only be €50m

  19-08-2026 07:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool can revisit deal for ‘extraordinary’ star, he’d only be €50mLiverpool still have a lot of work that they need to do to their squad. While the three players that have been brought in will certainly help, the Reds still need a few more to be added to their ranks.Indeed, Andoni Iraola's style of play will probably help get the most out of them as it'll mean that they never stop running and, with the 4-2-3-1 formation, they'll probably have a little bit more stabilit
  
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• How will your club fare? Phil McNulty's Premier League predictions

  19-08-2026 07:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Can Arsenal retain the Premier League title they won for the first time in 22 years last season? [Getty Images]Time to dust off the crystal ball once more and have a crack at predicting where the 20 Premier League teams will finish this season.Having confidently announced the Premier League title was Liverpool's to lose last season, they then lost it quite spectacularly, resulting in manager Arne Slot's dismissal.This season there are nine new managers in the top flight, making this season argua
  
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• The four unsolved problems threatening to derail Liverpool’s season

  19-08-2026 07:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arne Slot may have hoped his second season with Liverpool would reach a dramatic conclusion on the day of the Champions League final. And so it did, but in keeping with Slot’s year, not quite in the manner intended. Arsenal were preparing to face Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest when news emerged from Merseyside of Slot’s sacking. It was a surprise to the Dutchman himself.Enter Andoni Iraola, whose new club finished side-by-side with his old employers in the table. Sixth was Bournemou
  
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• Is Celtic v LASK on TV? How to watch Champions League play-off

  19-08-2026 07:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic bid to qualify for the Champions League as they host Austrian champions LASK in the first leg of their play-off at Parkhead. Celtic were led to a Scottish league and cup double under Martin O’Neil, after a tumultuous season that began with Brendan Rogers and also featured the ill-fated reign of Wilfried Nancy. The Hoops crashed out of Champions League qualifying last season when they lost on penalties to Kazakhstan side Kairat Almaty, so will be determined to make it through this ti
  
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• 🎥 São Paulo end drought, knock out Bolívar, face Boca next

  19-08-2026 04:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 São Paulo end drought, knock out Bolívar, face Boca nextThe quarterfinal stage of the 2026 Copa Sudamericana will indeed feature a major "Libertadores showdown."After Boca Juniors crushed Paraguay’s Recoleta 7-1 on aggregate, São Paulo did its part against Bolívar this Tuesday (18) in front of 42,087 fans.It won 3-1 at MorumBIS, advancing 4-2 on aggregate.It was the end of a six-match winless run after 21 games without scoring at least three goals.&nbs
  
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• 🎥 São Paulo end drought, knock out Bolívar and set up Boca clash

  19-08-2026 04:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 São Paulo end drought, knock out Bolívar and set up Boca clashThe quarterfinal stage of the 2026 Copa Sudamericana will indeed feature a major "Libertadores showdown."After Boca Juniors thrashed Paraguay’s Recoleta 7-1 on aggregate, São Paulo did its part against Bolívar this Tuesday (18) in front of 42,087 fans.They won 3-1 at MorumBIS, advancing 4-2 on aggregate.It marked the end of a six-match winless run after 21 games without scoring at least thre
  
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• 🎥 São Paulo end drought, knock out Bolívar and face Boca next

  19-08-2026 04:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 São Paulo end drought, knock out Bolívar and face Boca nextThe quarterfinal stage of the 2026 Copa Sudamericana will indeed feature a major "Libertadores clash."After Boca Juniors thrashed Paraguay’s Recoleta 7-1 on aggregate, São Paulo did its part against Bolívar this Tuesday (18) in front of 42,087 fans.They won 3-1 at MorumBIS, advancing 4-2 on aggregate.It was the end of a six-match winless run after 21 games without scoring at least three goals.T
  
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• 🎥 At 45, Fábio sends Fluminense into the Libertadores quarter-finals

  19-08-2026 02:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 At 45, Fábio sends Fluminense into the Libertadores quarter-finalsFábio Deivson Lopes Maciel.The never-ending 45-year-old goalkeeper made ALL THE DIFFERENCE for Fluminense to reach the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals this Tuesday (18).After a 1-1 draw in regular time — including a goal conceded at 96' after VAR intervention — Tricolor came out on top in the penalty shootout.Lucho Acosta blasted his effort over, but the Tricolor idol saved two spot-kicks to sec
  
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• 🎥 At 45, Fábio fires Fluminense into Libertadores quarter-finals

  19-08-2026 02:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 At 45, Fábio fires Fluminense into Libertadores quarter-finalsFábio Deivson Lopes Maciel.The tireless 45-year-old goalkeeper made ALL THE DIFFERENCE for Fluminense to reach the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals this Tuesday (18).After a 1-1 draw in regular time — including a goal conceded in the 96th minute after VAR intervention — Tricolor came out on top in the penalty shootout.Lucho Acosta blasted his attempt over, but the Tricolor idol saved two spot-kicks t
  
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• The solution to the wing issue Manchester City face against Bournemouth seems obvious

  19-08-2026 01:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The solution to the wing issue Manchester City face against Bournemouth seems obviousIt has been revealed that Jeremy Doku sustained a calf injury as Manchester City fell to a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Arsenal in the FA Community Shield. Belgian publication Nieuwsblad reports that Doku will miss Manchester City’s first Premier League fixture of the 2026-27 season against Bournemouth due to the injury he sustained. It is also expected that Doku will face a delayed start to the new season.
  
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• ⚠️ Franclim Carvalho is no longer Botafogo manager

  19-08-2026 01:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ⚠️ Franclim Carvalho is no longer Botafogo managerFranclim Carvalho could not withstand the rough spell in charge of Botafogo.According to ge, the 39-year-old Portuguese coach was fired this Tuesday (18).He leaves the club after the defeats to Cienciano (6-1) and Vitória (1-0).The decision comes two days before Glorioso face the Peruvian side in the second leg of the Copa Sudamericana round of 16.Franclim’s departure is one of the first decisions made by businessman Gab
  
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• A major injury concern has emerged for Manchester City which changes the winger equation

  19-08-2026 01:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  A major injury concern has emerged for Manchester City which changes the winger equationJeremy Doku played 45 minutes of Manchester City’s 3-0 defeat to Arsenal in the FA Community Shield on Sunday. The Belgian winger was replaced by Jack Grealish at halftime in Cardiff. Worryingly, Doku was seen with ice on his calf when he emerged from the tunnel after halftime. An update has emerged on Doku’s calf injury and it does seem that he will be ruled out for a period of time. That is a bi
  
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• Baur To Start? | Predicted 4-2-3-1 Celtic Lineup To Face LASK

  19-08-2026 01:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Baur To Start? | Predicted 4-2-3-1 Celtic Lineup To Face LASKAfter a blistering start to their domestic season, Celtic will begin their Champions League campaign on Wednesday night by hosting LASK in the first leg of the play-off round. The spirit must be high in the camp after the weekend’s thumping 4-0 League Cup win at Tannadice Park against Dundee United. But the Austrian heavyweights, who won their first league title in 61 years, would be more resolute in deep defence.Meanwhile, the L
  
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• Leeds United Accept €15m Deal After Late Transfer Twist: Good Decision?

  19-08-2026 00:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Accept €15m Deal After Late Transfer Twist: Good Decision?Leeds United have accepted Torino’s improved offer for their 28-year-old goalkeeper Lucas Perri after a late transfer tussle pushed the Italian club to increase their package.Leeds United accept Torino’s improved offerSport Witness, citing Tuesday’s print edition of Tuttosport, reports that Torino agreed a €1 million loan fee with a €14 million option to buy. Marseille briefly entered the race
  
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• Real Madrid transfer strategy revealed as Mourinho waits on exits

  19-08-2026 00:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid transfer strategy revealed as Mourinho waits on exitsReal Madrid Transfer News: Endrick Stays as Mourinho Shapes Final Weeks of WindowReal Madrid rarely do anything quietly, and even in a week without a blockbuster arrival, there is still plenty to read between the lines at the Bernabeu. According to The Athletic, the most important development concerns Endrick, the Brazilian forward whose immediate future has been the subject of considerable chatter. For now, that noise can be parke
  
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• Yet another Manchester City midfielder is linked with a summer departure but would that be the right move?

  19-08-2026 00:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Yet another Manchester City midfielder is linked with a summer departure but would that be the right move?A significant midfield overhaul is under way at Manchester City. Bernardo Silva and Rodri have departed the club. Tijjani Reijnders is set to sign for Saudi Arabian club Al Qadsiah. So far, City have only signed Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest to bolster their midfield. Strengthening the midfield of Enzo Maresca’s side is the major priority for Hugo Viana in the final two weeks
  
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• Hull to investigate MKM Stadium technical issues ahead of Man United clash

  19-08-2026 00:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull to investigate MKM Stadium technical issues ahead of Man United clashHull FC are set to investigate the technical problems that affected Friday’s Betfred Super League meeting with Castleford Tigers at the MKM Stadium, talkSPORT reports.This comes just days before the newly promoted side host their first Premier League fixture of the season against Manchester United.The stadium’s two large screens could not be used during Hull FC’s 18-14 defeat to Castleford. The match cloc
  
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• As a Manchester City legend says goodbye all you can do is be grateful for what Rodri achieved

  19-08-2026 00:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As a Manchester City legend says goodbye all you can do is be grateful for what Rodri achievedRodri’s move to Barcelona has been confirmed. The Ballon d’Or-winning midfielder has now left Manchester City and he leaves after winning every trophy available and becoming Manchester City’s first Ballon d’Or winner. Rodri’s contribution to City’s era of dominance under Pep Guardiola has been immense. His importance to Pep Guardiola’s side was impossible to ign
  
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• Jamal Musiala issues instagram statement addressing recent collapses

  19-08-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jamal Musiala issues instagram statement addressing recent collapsesBayern Munich star Jamal Musiala has issued a detailed statement explaining the neurological condition behind two concerning on-field episodes during the German record champions’ recent pre-season friendlies.The 23-year-old experienced a second episode during Tuesday’s 4-2 friendly victory over Heidenheim. Musiala had only been on the pitch for six minutes when he suddenly went down in the 67th minute and appeared br
  
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• Rangers £7.4m Target Gives Transfer Green Light: Good Deal For The Ibrox?

  18-08-2026 23:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers £7.4m Target Gives Transfer Green Light: Good Deal For The Ibrox?According to Adrian Garces, Kevin Kelsey has enthusiastically accepted the offer presented by Rangers, leaving the remaining work focused on completing the transfer. The 22-year-old Venezuelan striker would arrive with the expectation of competing for the senior side, while the chance to play in the Conference League adds another attraction. Garces reports that the move could take the Portland Timbers forward into one
  
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