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• Sánchez debuts in Montreal during dramatic draw with 10-man Galaxy 💙

  23-08-2026 03:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sánchez debuts in Montreal during dramatic draw with 10-man Galaxy 💙Fans inside Stade Saputo were treated to a thriller on Saturday evening as CF Montreal and LA Galaxy played out a 2-2 draw.The night started off with fans awaiting the arrival of Chilean star Alexis Sánchez, who was set to make his home debut.
  The attention was first on Daniel Rios, who opened the scoring with a redirection from point-blank range.Unfortunately for Montreal fans, their initial jubilation was
  
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• Spence making a strong impression at Inter before even making an appearance

  23-08-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spence making a strong impression at Inter before even making an appearanceInter started their Serie A season in style with a 4-1 statement victory over newly-promoted Monza at the Giuseppe Meazza on Saturday evening, and whilst Pio Esposito and Andy Diouf earned plaudits for their performances on the pitch, new signing Djed Spence is also making headlines in Italy before even making his first appearance for the Nerazzurri.Spence’s style already a talking point in ItalyInter set the pace f
  
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• Roma to hold new round of talks with Chelsea over Gittens

  23-08-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma to hold new round of talks with Chelsea over GittensRoma are working on several fronts to land Gian Piero Gasperini the left winger, who, barring any surprises, will be the Giallorossi’s final transfer. In recent days, Malick Fofana seemed close, but in the last few hours, the trail leading to the Belgian player has cooled. Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, on the other hand, is a name that’s currently gaining traction. In the past few hours, the Roman club has already made a failed attempt
  
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• Worst start in Premier League history? Aston Villa collapse against Brighton after summer of upheaval

  23-08-2026 16:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A summer of change off the pitch for Aston Villa was followed by one of the worst opening 45 minutes of a season in Premier League history as Unai Emery’s side collapsed at Brighton. Last season’s Europa League winners went into the new campaign having lost four of the players that started their 3-0 win over Freiburg in May. Morgan Rogers, Youri Tielemans, Lucas Digne and Ezri Konsa’s exits could also soon be followed by two more first-team stars in Ollie Watkins and Emi Martin
  
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• Real Madrid not planning new signings unless a surprise exit occurs

  23-08-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid not planning new signings unless a surprise exit occursThe second half of the summer transfer window has been rather silent for Real Madrid who finished most of their business in the first half of the market.Having already secured most of their top targets, Los Blancos have shifted to a lower gear and are observing for any unexpected movements.Jose Mourinho has already declared that he is satisfied with the squad at his disposal, but it is clear that he wishes for a new central midfi
  
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• Lille to sign Paraguay international goalkeeper Orlando Gill

  23-08-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lille to sign Paraguay international goalkeeper Orlando GillLille OSC have wrapped up the signing of Paraguay international goalkeeper Orlando Gill (26) from Argentinean side San Lorenzo, according to L’Equipe. The 26-year-old Gill is expected to put pen to paper over a five-year deal with Davide Ancelotti’s Les Dogues. Lille were on the market for a goalkeeper as Berke Özer did not make a lasting impression for his debut season at Stade Pierre-Mauroy.L’Equipe re
  
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• Baby wanders onto field during Minnesota United-San Jose Earthquakes MLS match

  23-08-2026 15:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Saturday's Major League Soccer matchup between Minnesota United and the San Jose Earthquakes featured an unexpected visitor on the pitch in the closing minutes of United's 5-1 victory. Apple TV analyst Kyndra de St. Aubin explained the situation with a sentence not typically heard on a sports broadcast. "Oh … there's a baby on the field," de St. Aubin said as play stopped at midfield at San Jose's PayPal Park.👶 https://t.co/oGpppA6uHkpic.twitter.com/ar5rwBzfM3— CJ Fogler
  
  
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• Ayyoub Bouaddi to Manchester City: Why 18-year-old was prioritized amidst Rodri, Silva exits

  23-08-2026 15:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ayyoub Bouaddi will head to Manchester City two months shy of his 19th birthday and two weeks after Rodri left for Barcelona on a deal that will yield at least $110 million plus add-ons to Lille, according to David Ornstein.No pressure, kid.MORE — Manchester City vs Bournemouth liveThe France youth international had already won acclaim in Ligue 1 beginning two weeks after his 16th birthday when he debuted for Lille in the league.And things really escalated at this summer's World Cup when h
  
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• 🚨 4:0 after 30 minutes & straight red! PL favourite torn apart

  23-08-2026 15:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 4:0 after 30 minutes & straight red! PL favourite torn apartWhat’s going on on the island? After Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur, two of the favorites, already took a fully deserved beating, the next underdog is frustrating the supposedly stronger team on paper.And “frustrating” is really an understatement. Brighton & Hove Albion were already 4-0 up after just 30 minutes against the reigning Europa League winners and last season’s fourth-placed s
  
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• Report: Manchester United ready to move for La Liga star

  23-08-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Manchester United ready to move for La Liga starManchester United Explore Alejandro Balde Transfer As Barcelona Exit BeckonsManchester United’s search for a new left-back has moved towards Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde, with contact made as the club continues to reshape key areas of the squad before the transfer window closes. Credit to Jijantes, who report that Balde has decided to leave Barcelona after talks over his future failed to provide the reassurance he wanted.United
  
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• 🚨 Atleti-Villarreal line-ups: Julián Álvarez benched, Íñigo starts!

  23-08-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Atleti-Villarreal line-ups: Julián Álvarez benched, Íñigo starts!Atlético de Madrid and Villarreal face off on Matchday 2 of La Liga in what could be a direct battle for the Champions League spots at the end of the season.
  For the match, this is how both teams line up...ATLÉTICO DE MADRID XIMarc Pubill, Grimaldo, Hjulmand and Kang-In Lee start.VILLARREAL XIÍñigo Pérez repeats the same starting XI from the opening matchday.
  
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• Real Madrid manager identifies best position to maximise star midfielder’s output

  23-08-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid manager identifies best position to maximise star midfielder’s outputJude Bellingham was one of Real Madrid’s few standout players in last night’s win over Espanyol and even scored the team’s opening goal on the night.The Englishman was seemingly everywhere in the final third and made a menace of himself to the hosts’ defence, making it clear that Jose Mourinho has cracked the code to bring the best out of him.Needless to say, the key was simply followin
  
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• Monaco pushing to sign Freiburg left-back Jordy Makengo

  23-08-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Monaco pushing to sign Freiburg left-back Jordy MakengoAS Monaco are pushing to sign Freiburg left-back Jordy Makengo (25), according to a report from L’Equipe. The French full-back has agreed in principle to join Filipe Luis’ Monégasques. The latter get their Ligue 1 season underway this Sunday with an away game against Didier Digard’s Le Havre. Makengo remains contracted with Freiburg until 2028.AS Monaco are on the market for a left-back after initially parting w
  
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• RB Leipzig submit a bid for Lille’s Matias Fernandez-Pardo

  23-08-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  RB Leipzig submit a bid for Lille’s Matias Fernandez-PardoRB Leipzig have officially submitted a bid worth €35m plus add-ons for 21-year-old Belgian forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo, according to Fabrizio Romano.Fernandez-Pardo can play as a center forward or as a winger on either side. He joined Lille from Gent in 2024 and has made 51 Ligue 1 appearances, scoring 12 goals and providing eight assists. He has also represented the Belgium national team, making five appearances for The Red
  
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• Another Richard Hughes disasterclass: Liverpool face making transfer loss as forward closes in on move away

  23-08-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Another Richard Hughes disasterclass: Liverpool face making transfer loss as forward closes in on move awayLiverpool are not done remodelling the frontline for the 2026/27 season. Victor Munoz has been brought in for £34m after Richard Hughes triggered the Spain FIFA World Cup winner’s Osasuna release clause.Plans are afoot meanwhile to sign at least two more wingers. One-v-one quality out wide was always the stated aim for the current transfer period - a need stepped up following Mo
  
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• Arsenal icon criticises club's treatment of Gabriel Martinelli

  23-08-2026 15:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal icon criticises club's treatment of Gabriel MartinelliThe uncertainty surrounding Gabriel Martinelli’s future at Arsenal has caused discomfort behind the scenes and in the English press.With one year left on his contract, the Brazilian forward was left out of the first official matches of the 2026/27 season (including the FA Community Shield and the Premier League opener), which drew harsh criticism from Ian Wright, a legend of the London club.Speaking on Sky Sports, the former str
  
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• Malick Fofana to remain in Lyon in case of Champions League qualification

  23-08-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Malick Fofana to remain in Lyon in case of Champions League qualificationBelgium international winger Malick Fofana (21) would be keen on remaining in Lyon for another campaign should Paulo Fonseca’s Les Gones qualify for the UEFA Champions League, according to Sacha Tavolieri. Lyon will learn their European fate on Wednesday as they host Fenerbahçe in a make-or-break Champions League playoffs return leg. Both sides are on equal terms after this week’s 1-1 draw
  
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• Virgil van Dijk speaks on the ‘intense football’ expected under Andoni Iraola

  23-08-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Virgil van Dijk speaks on the ‘intense football’ expected under Andoni IraolaVirgil van Dijk sets Liverpool standard with intensity message ahead of Premier League seasonVirgil van Dijk has laid out Liverpool’s objective for the new campaign in clear terms, speaking openly about standards, consistency and the need to “bring the intensity” under Andoni Iraola.In a wide-ranging discussion with Men In Blazers, the Liverpool captain reflected on a difficult previous sea
  
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• Tottenham target Savinho absent from Manchester City squad but Marmoush included against Bournemouth

  23-08-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham target Savinho absent from Manchester City squad but Marmoush included against BournemouthSavinho has been left out of Manchester City’s squad to face Bournemouth as the Brazilian closes in on a move to Tottenham Hotspur. Omar Marmoush has also been linked with a transfer to Spurs, but he has been named among the substitutes for their opening game of the season. Tottenham have agreed an £85 million deal to sign Savinho, with an initial £75m fee plus £1
  
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• An imperfect side yet dominant: A look at Cristian Chivu’s Inter following Monza win

  23-08-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  An imperfect side yet dominant: A look at Cristian Chivu’s Inter following Monza winThe Nerazzurri kicked off their title defence yesterday evening against Monza in a high-fashion with a Hakan Calhanoglu screamer, a cheeky touch of class from Pio Esposito, and a superb piece of individual skill from Andy Diouf whilst embracing the role as provider in Inter’s 4-1 thrashing of coach Ivan Djuric’s side.Although the Beneamata have demonstrated their ability to continue where they l
  
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• Out-of-contract Arsenal youngster shares farewell message

  23-08-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Out-of-contract Arsenal youngster shares farewell messageSeb Ferdinand has posted a farewell message to Arsenal after leaving the club at the end of his contract earlier this summer.Photo via Ferdinand on InstagramSeb Ferdinand was included on Arsenal’s list of released players earlier this summer, bringing to an end a seven-year association with the Gunners.Ferdinand was on a professional contract with the club, signed in 2024, but he’s now a free agent.A couple of months after Arse
  
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• Man City step up midfield rebuild with €100m deal for 18-year-old World Cup star

  23-08-2026 15:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City have agreed a €100m deal with Lille to buy midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. The 18-year-old is set to become City’s second big-money midfield signing of the summer, and the third most expensive player in their history, as they continue their busy first summer under Enzo Maresca. Bouaddi will arrive as City step up their overhaul in midfield after the departures of captain Bernardo Silva, Rodri and Tijjani Reijnders.City will pay an initial €95m deal with a potential &eu
  
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• Fabrizio Romano: Liverpool have slammed the brakes on move for PSG star

  23-08-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano: Liverpool have slammed the brakes on move for PSG starLiverpool Tracking Mbaye as Barcola Talks Continue in Final Days of Transfer WindowLiverpool’s final week of the summer transfer window appears to be centred on wide attacking options, with Fabrizio Romano outlining movement on both Ibrahim Mbaye and Bradley Barcola as discussions continue behind the scenes.In an update first discussed by Fabrizio Romano, the key line on Mbaye was clear. “For Ibrahim Mbaye, apprec
  
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• Barcelona play down links with 24-year-old Portuguese centre-back

  23-08-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona play down links with 24-year-old Portuguese centre-backEarlier today, word broke that Barcelona were emerging as dark horses to sign Goncalo Inacio from Portugal this summer.The player, after all, has been linked with a move away from Sporting for a long time now and has a relatively affordable release clause priced at €60 million.That sum, needless to say, is not out of Barcelona’s reach and word spread that the Catalans are considering a surprise move for the centre-back.L
  
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• Barcelona could raise €100m from three major sales before transfer deadline – report

  23-08-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona could raise €100m from three major sales before transfer deadline – reportBarcelona could be heading for a hugely significant final week of the transfer window, both in terms of incomings and outgoings.The club are still focused on improving the squad at Hansi Flick’s disposal, but there are a few players who are no longer in his plans and need to be moved on.Now, according to SPORT, Barça are hoping to generate close to €100 million through three sales in
  
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• Trent Alexander-Arnold opens up on Liverpool fan abuse: ‘It hurts, but I understand’

  23-08-2026 14:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Trent Alexander-Arnold has spoken candidly on his messy exit from boyhood club Liverpool last summer, admitting that he was hurt by the fan abuse that came his way.Alexander-Arnold ended a two-decade spell at Liverpool to join Real Madrid following the expiry of his contract in June 2025, news that drew the wrath of Reds supporters.The right-back, who had become a local hero during his glory-laden time at Anfield, was booed by fans in a home game against Arsenal in May - his first appearance sin
  
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• Why Fluminense have made Marcão permanent

  23-08-2026 14:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Fluminense have made Marcão permanentFluminense have officially confirmed Marcão as the team’s head coach.The announcement was made by president Mattheus Montenegro after the win over Remo in the Brazilian Championship, bringing the coach’s interim spell to an end.Despite the change in status, the coach’s contractual situation remains the same, according to ge.See below:No new deal: Marcão did not sign a new contract and remains a permanent employee of
  
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• Report: Arsenal could still have a chance at landing Julian Alvarez this summer

  23-08-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal could still have a chance at landing Julian Alvarez this summerJulián Alvarez transfer latest as Arsenal monitor Barcelona battle with Atletico MadridThe situation around Julián Alvarez has become one of the most delicate stories of the market, and for Arsenal it now carries a familiar theme, a world-class forward potentially becoming available only when every other route starts to close. Credit to AS, whose reporting lays out a fractured relationship between player
  
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• The maths whizz turned £86m teenage star heading to Man City

  23-08-2026 14:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ayyoub Bouaddi has won eight caps for Morocco [Getty Images]Olivier Giroud knows a prodigious talent when he sees one."I played with Kylian Mbappe when he was 18," the Lille striker said. "He was so mature for his age and I have the same feeling with Ayyoub."It is a bold statement.But the teenage Moroccan's "rise to prominence is nothing new" in the words of another club insider.The manner in which the midfielder impressed at the World Cup did not come as a surprise to anyone in Creil, either, w
  
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• Official: Spalletti’s first Juventus squad of the 2026-27 season revealed

  23-08-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Spalletti’s first Juventus squad of the 2026-27 season revealedLuciano Spalletti has named a travelling squad of 26 players for Juventus’s first Serie A match of the season away against Torino on Sunday evening, including summer signings Randal Kolo Muani, Kerim Alajbegovic, Guglielmo Vicario, Jhon Lucumi and Zeki Celik.It is a bumper squad for Spalletti on the first week of the 2026-27 Serie A season, and one that includes a few names and faces that haven’t played in
  
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