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• Saints have momentum and confidence for ultimate test

  08-09-2026 11:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]​It has been an excellent week to be a St Johnstone supporter, even if the heart rate hasn't quite settled yet. If you had offered any Saints fan four points from a four-day stretch taking in a trip to Dens Park and a home clash with Hibs, they'd have bitten your hand off, swallowed it whole and asked for seconds.Let's be honest - if football was performance based, Saints were robbed of all three points against Dundee. A 1-1 draw was solid, but everyone in blue (or yellow) knew we wer
  
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• Man Utd 4-0 Sabah: What Carrick and Sesko said

  10-09-2026 23:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United manager Michael Carrick, spoke to TNT Sports after his side's 4-0 victory over Sabah in the Champions League: "It's nice to keep a clean sheet and obviously win the game. Some of the football we played was really good, [we were] dangerous on transition. "I have to give them [Sabah] a lot of credit, they were difficult to play against. The result looks comfortable, it wasn't always like that. We just did a lot of good things tonight, which gave us a good result."On midfielder Ko
  
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• Fenerbahce boss stuns club by quitting after Roma draw

  10-09-2026 23:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kartal made more than 250 appearances for Fenerbahce during his playing career [Getty Images]Ismail Kartal resigned as head coach of Fenerbahce just minutes after the Turkish side's 1-1 draw with Roma in the Champions League.Kartal made the surprise announcement in his post-match news conference, stating he plans to never return to the club he also served as a player and assistant coach.He came back to Fenerbahce for a fourth spell as manager in June 2026, with the club returning to the Champion
  
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• Man Utd cruise to victory on Champions League return

  10-09-2026 23:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Champions LeagueManchester United 4 - 0 Sabah FTManchester United recorded their biggest Champions League victory since 2020 as they swept Sabah FK aside at Old Trafford.The Azerbaijan champions came through four rounds of qualifying to reach the main league phase of the tournament for the first time.However, though they had chances, they were also given a brutal lesson in the gulf in class between the level they are used to and the Premier League, whose five entrants have all opened their
  
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• 🤯 Manager resigns after Champions match, but club say no; why

  10-09-2026 23:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤯 Manager resigns after Champions match, but club say no; whyThe Turkish press had already reported that İsmail Kartal could leave Fenerbahçe after this Thursday’s (10) clash against Roma, valid for the opening round of the Champions League phase.And the 65-year-old coach confirmed what had been expected by making his departure official during a press conference.The "problem" is that the Fener president disagreed, insisting that he remains in charge.Kartal had already b
  
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• Fabregas: ‘Como must perform every three days, in Serie A and Champions League’

  10-09-2026 23:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabregas: ‘Como must perform every three days, in Serie A and Champions League’Cesc Fabregas is not getting carried away by Como’s 4-1 Champions League debut against RB Leipzig. ‘We must perform every three days with the right mentality.’It was practically the perfect way to begin their historic first Champions League adventure, running out 4-1 winners at the revamped Stadio Sinigaglia.Notably, all the goals were scored by players who were in the side last season an
  
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• Como celebrate dream Champions League debut as Bayern Munich run rampant against Bodo/Glimt

  10-09-2026 23:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como enjoyed a dream Champions League debut as the Italian club trounced RB Leipzig 4-1 at home while six-time winners Bayern Munich opened their group phase campaign with a 5-0 thrashing of Norway's Bodo/Glimt.Como's first-ever qualification to Europe's elite club competition meant a race against time to get their lakeside Stadio Sinigaglia home upgraded to meet Uefa guidelines. Failure to do so would have meant playing their home games 200km away at the home of Sassuolo, but Cesc Fabregas's si
  
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• 😱Today's madness: he quit live, but they reject his resignation

  10-09-2026 23:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱Today's madness: he quit live, but they reject his resignationMaximum tension at Fenerbahçe. After the 1-1 draw against Roma in the Champions League, coach İsmail Kartal submitted his irrevocable resignation at the press conference due to extreme media pressure and an incident in which a bottle was thrown at him from the stands.Strong backing from the boardHowever, president Aziz Yıldırım appeared urgently to overrule the resignation and confirm the coach in h
  
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• Why Como’s emphatic Leipzig win is huge for Italian football

  10-09-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Como’s emphatic Leipzig win is huge for Italian footballSerie A side Como picked up an emphatic and convincing 4-1 win over Leipzig in a historic Champions League night for Cesc Fabregas’ side. The result is huge for the lakeside club but will also prove to be a watershed moment in Italian football.It isn’t as if Calcio hasn’t seen clubs outside the likes of Milan, Inter, Juventus or even Roma do well in Europe. Atalanta have won the Europa League and Fiorentina reach
  
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• Nico Paz: ‘Nights like this are why I wanted to stay at Como’

  10-09-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico Paz: ‘Nights like this are why I wanted to stay at Como’Nico Paz admits ‘it was for nights like this that I wanted to stay’ at Como, as they crushed RB Leipzig 4-1 in their historic first Champions League match.It was difficult to ask for more from this historic occasion, as the Lariani beat RB Leipzig 4-1 in their Stadio Sinigaglia, which was renovated over the summer to meet UEFA criteria.Their first ever Champions League match was a triumphant march with all the g
  
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• Two Manchester City players look to be built to thrive in the hostile reception that awaits at Old Trafford

  10-09-2026 23:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Two Manchester City players look to be built to thrive in the hostile reception that awaits at Old TraffordUp next for Manchester City is the Manchester derby, where Enzo Maresca’s side will make the short trip to Old Trafford to take on arch-rivals Manchester United. Enzo Maresca’s side enters the match on the back of four consecutive wins and their last win against FC Porto was by far and away their most impressive performance of the season so far. As has been proven time and time
  
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• Kane scores in rout as Bayern Munich beat Bodo/Glimt

  10-09-2026 23:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Champions LeagueBayern Munich 5 - 0 Bodø / Glimt FTHarry Kane's goal was his third of the season for Bayern Munich [AFP via Getty Images]England captain Harry Kane scored his 55th Champions League goal and Michael Olise struck twice as Bayern Munich began their campaign by comfortably beating Bodo/Glimt.Vincent Kompany's side will be looking to improve on last season, when they reached the semi-finals.They made the ideal start to the league phase with this victory against Norwegians
  
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• Fernandes Gets 8.5, Martinez With 8 | Manchester United Players Rated In Dominant Win Vs Sabah

  10-09-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fernandes Gets 8.5, Martinez With 8 | Manchester United Players Rated In Dominant Win Vs SabahManchester United welcomed Sabah at Old Trafford earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result at home in the UEFA Champions League. The Red Devils made a good start to the game and scored the opener in the 27th minute thanks to Matheus Cunha’s effort. Bruno Fernandes doubled his team’s lead in the 42nd minute before Benjamin Sesko made it 3-0 to Man United in the 45th minute. Michae
  
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• Liverpool want to agree deal for 'spectacular' attacker in January

  10-09-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool want to agree deal for 'spectacular' attacker in JanuaryLiverpool still have a fair few gaps that they need to plug among their first-team squad this season. Even though they spent well over £100 million on new players during the summer transfer window, there are still a couple of gaping holes among their ranks that need to be filled.Obviously, this will all come with time and, as Liverpool proved last term, completely changing your team all at once doesn't always work out for th
  
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• Havertz To Lead The Line | 4-2-3-1 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs Sunderland

  10-09-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Havertz To Lead The Line | 4-2-3-1 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs SunderlandArsenal will lock horns with Sunderland at the Stadium of Light this Saturday evening as they look to earn a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Gunners managed to secure a narrow 1-0 win away from Napoli recently, which should keep them in good spirits going into this game.Mikel Arteta will opt for the 4-2-3-1 formation and is expected to make some tweaks to his first team for this game. Hence, Kai Havertz w
  
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• Manchester United enjoy triumphant return to Champions League but far sterner tests await

  10-09-2026 23:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Unlike many of his players, Michael Carrick has personal experience of the special nights at Old Trafford in the Champions League. This was scarcely one of them, but if Carrick had compiled a list of things he wanted from the evening, this must have ticked nearly every box. The fixture list made it a low-key comeback to the Champions League but Carrick was able to rest four players ahead of the Manchester derby, take off five more and chalk up a comfortable win. Matheus Cunha, who was fortunate
  
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• UCL | Como 4-1 RB Leipzig: Perfect Champions League debut

  10-09-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UCL | Como 4-1 RB Leipzig: Perfect Champions League debutComo made a dream Champions League debut, sweeping RB Leipzig aside 4-1 with goals from Martin Baturina, Tasos Douvikas, Assane Diao and Maxi Perrone.This was a truly historic occasion, as the Lariani had never even participated in UEFA tournaments before, let alone the Champions League. The Stadio Sinigaglia underwent renovation work over the summer to meet the criteria and hosted this special match.ITALY – SEPTEMBER 10: General vie
  
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• Sabah make crazy UCL history despite Man Utd humbling 🌍

  10-09-2026 22:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sabah make crazy UCL history despite Man Utd humbling 🌍Sabah's opening Champions League encounter was always set to be historic.The reigning Azerbaijani champions made their foray into Europe's elite club competition with a prestige meeting against Manchester United on Thursday.
  Valdas Dambrauskas' side were on the receiving end of a 4-0 hammering at Old Trafford but still managed to etch their name into the tournament's record books.The Owls fielded a starting line-up made up of 11 diff
  
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• 😂 Has Santos turned into Monica's Gang? Magali unveils Everton Cebolinha

  10-09-2026 22:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😂 Has Santos turned into Monica's Gang? Magali unveils Everton CebolinhaSantos has gained yet another "character" from Monica’s Gang with the signing of forward Everton Cebolinha.And Peixe’s marketing team jumped on the "wave" by unveiling the player this Thursday (10).Magali, one of the characters from the work created by Mauricio de Souza, was present at the event. Her love of fish made Magali a Santos supporter, something the cartoonist and writer — now 90 years old
  
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• Everton Take A Big Decision On January Right-Back Signing: Does It Show A Lack Of Ambition?

  10-09-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Take A Big Decision On January Right-Back Signing: Does It Show A Lack Of Ambition?Everton have reportedly decided against adding another right-back in January, despite concerns over depth. According to a report by The Athletic published on September 10, the club believe their current options can cover the role after the late arrival of the £4m summer signing from Lyon, Ainsley Maitland-Niles.That decision follows a dramatic deadline day. The 29-year-old made an immediate impact ag
  
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• 🎥 What do you reckon?: Fener star hears live on TV of coach's resignation

  10-09-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 What do you reckon?: Fener star hears live on TV of coach's resignationFenerbahçe returned to football’s biggest stage, the Champions League, after 18 years. After a fairly solid opening draw against Roma, a memorable press conference followed. Fener coach Ismail Kartal announced his resignation completely out of the blue. Clearly and without speaking to his players beforehand. One of them, Archie Brown, was caught off guard by the news live during a TV interview."What do
  
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• League One: Luton pushing for late leveller in entertaining contest with Stevenage

  10-09-2026 22:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Live updates from League One match between Stevenage and Luton (kick-off 20:00 BST)Luton boss Jack Wilshere shown red card after controversial Dan Kemp goal puts Stevenage aheadJosh Magennis doubles Stevenage lead before deflected Mads Andersen goal reduces deficit for LutonStevenage (16th) have won once in their opening five games, with three draws and one lossSeventh-placed Luton have two league wins and can move up to third with victoryGet involved: Send us your messages via the yellow button
  
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• The signs are trending upwards for one Manchester City player but one moment may spark the fuse

  10-09-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The signs are trending upwards for one Manchester City player but one moment may spark the fuseAs Manchester City beat FC Porto 2-0 on Tuesday night to begin their UEFA Champions League campaign on the right foot a host of players played well at the Estádio do Dragão. One of those was Phil Foden. Foden played a crucial role in City’s opening goal and he put in a lively display before he was taken off in the 75th minute. The England international’s form is trending upwar
  
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• Rangers’ Star Reveals McInnes’ Three-Trophy Plan: Can They Survive The Next Fortnight?

  10-09-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers’ Star Reveals McInnes’ Three-Trophy Plan: Can They Survive The Next Fortnight?Rangers have been given a reminder that the season is far from over, with Derek McInnes using a private team meeting to refocus his squad after a miserable start. The Ibrox side exited Europe at the qualifying stage against Jagiellonia and Jablonec, then opened their league campaign with a draw and a defeat. Three straight Premiership wins over Aberdeen, Falkirk and Motherwell have changed the mood,
  
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• Next Elliot Anderson on brink of Liverpool move

  10-09-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Next Elliot Anderson on brink of Liverpool moveLiverpool have their eyes on the next Elliot Anderson. A €70m deal could end up being a steal.Elliot Anderson was one of the big Premier League success stories over the last two years. The England star rose dramatically at Nottingham Forest, firmly establishing himself as one of the best midfielders in the country.He was truly exceptional last season. That earned him a gigantic move to Manchester City, with the fee not just dictated by his abil
  
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• Roma worry as Kone sustained injury during 1-1 with Fenerbahce

  10-09-2026 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma worry as Kone sustained injury during 1-1 with FenerbahceRoma are anxiously waiting for news after Manu Koné went off with a muscular injury during their Champions League 1-1 draw with Fenerbahce.The midfielder was in the starting XI for all four of their competitive games so far this season, including this evening in Istanbul.Koné concern for RomaISTANBUL, TURKEY – SEPTEMBER 10: Bryan Cristante of AS Roma celebrates scoring his team’s first goal with teammates dur
  
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• Musiala marks special moment in Bayern Munich's UCL adventure 💫

  10-09-2026 22:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Musiala marks special moment in Bayern Munich's UCL adventure 💫A familiar face is leading Bayern Munich's latest Champions League charge.Vincent Kompany's side finally broke the deadlock just two minutes into the second half of their opening league phase encounter with Bodø/Glimt through Jamal Musiala.
  The Germany international produced a superb strike on the turn to etch his name into the Bundesliga giants' record books with their 900th goal in European competitions.Were that not
  
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• 44-Year-Old Manager Breaks Silence On Celtic Links: Could Parkhead Have Chosen Askou Over O’Neill?

  10-09-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  44-Year-Old Manager Breaks Silence On Celtic Links: Could Parkhead Have Chosen Askou Over O’Neill?Jens Berthel Askou has left questions hanging over Celtic after refusing to say whether the club contacted him about the manager’s job last season.The Danish coach became a bookmaker pick after a campaign at Motherwell, where he established an identity and guided the Steelmen to fourth in the Premiership and European football. Praise followed, while uncertainty around Martin O’Neil
  
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• 💣He joins Neymar: Santos add another star with a European past

  10-09-2026 22:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣He joins Neymar: Santos add another star with a European pastBrazilian midfielder Philippe Coutinho will reach a full agreement to join Santos FC. The deal has been completed as a free transfer, with a contract that will tie him to the São Paulo club until the end of the current season.Star duo of old acquaintancesCoutinho’s arrival is a milestone for the club, as he will once again share a team with his close friend Neymar Jr., reviving one of the most talented partnership
  
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• 🚨 Official: this Champions League manager resigns after... a draw

  10-09-2026 22:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: this Champions League manager resigns after... a drawThunderbolt in Turkey!This is something Fenerbahçe fans probably never saw coming!Just a few minutes after securing a home draw against AS Roma, Ismail Kartal resigned from his position as head coach."I stepped down from my duties tonight. I made this decision to clear the way for my club. I resigned while the path is still clear, with no intention of ever returning one day," he explained after the match.This is a re
  
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