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• St Mary's is 'special' for Southampton -Eckert

  09-09-2026 09:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert is hoping his team can maintain their strong home form at a "special" St Mary's throughout the Championship season. Saints have started the campaign well at home, winning all three of their league matches on the south coast against Stoke City, Millwall and, on Tuesday night, a Swansea City side who had been top of the table going into the game.Goals from Finn Azaz, Cyle Larin and Leo Scienza capped an impressive display as Eckert's side ended the Swans' unbeat
  
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• Andoni Iraola drops double Liverpool injury update ahead of Fulham clash

  11-09-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola drops double Liverpool injury update ahead of Fulham clashIraola Calms Bradley Barcola Injury Fears After Liverpool Beat Atletico Madrid 2-1Liverpool got the result they wanted against Atletico Madrid, and Andoni Iraola moved quickly to shut down the only real concern from the night, Bradley Barcola’s early exit.The £123million winger was making his full debut after arriving from Paris Saint-Germain and showed enough in his hour at Anfield to underline why Liverpool mov
  
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• O'Neil coming in 'perfect' for Davis' development

  11-09-2026 18:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Ipswich Town left-back Leif Davis, who has started in each of the club's first three Premier League games, has been speaking to the media before Saturday's fixture against Crystal Palace (15:00 BST)."It has been perfect for me," he replied when asked about linking back up with Gary O'Neil, having worked under him while on loan at Bournemouth. "He has helped my development since he has come in."We are playing a different system to what I've been used to for the past three years. I'm
  
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• 🥇 King Raphinha, named LALIGA’s MVP for August

  11-09-2026 18:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥇 King Raphinha, named LALIGA’s MVP for AugustRaphinha has been named LALIGA’s best player for August.The Blaugrana winger played a decisive role in Barça’s perfect run of wins in the domestic competition (4 out of 4).The Brazilian made his mark against Elche with a brace and an assist, scored against Athletic Club, and netted another two-goal haul against Rayo Vallecano to round off the month of August.Already in September, the Blaugrana winger added another goa
  
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• Milan boss Ruben Amorim backs Christian Pulisic to make a mark

  11-09-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan boss Ruben Amorim backs Christian Pulisic to make a markSerie A side Milan haven’t seen Christian Pulisic feature this season but his time could soon come. Manager Ruben Amorim has now backed the USA international to succeed and make a mark under his tutelage.In the second half of last season, the attacker didn’t score a single goal under Max Allegril. This rough patch of form followed him at the World Cup and an injury also derailed his pre-season at Milan.The Rossoneri take o
  
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• 🔥 Three goals in eight minutes: the 2. Bundesliga goes wild again

  11-09-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔥 Three goals in eight minutes: the 2. Bundesliga goes wild againThe 2. Bundesliga has already given us one spectacle or another in this still-young season.The best example is Matchday 3, when an incredible 22 goals were scored in just three Saturday matches – an average of 7.33 per game!There probably won’t be quite that many tonight. Since only two matches are taking place on Friday, that is almost utopian anyway. Still, the four teams involved look set to produce another f
  
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• Inter keen on Carlos Augusto’s renewal, initial contact made

  11-09-2026 18:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter keen on Carlos Augusto’s renewal, initial contact madeSerie A side witnessed some uncertainty around the situation of Carlos Augusto in the summer but are working to make sure stays long-term.The defender has already had a part to play this season, doing quite well in the dramatic 3-2 win over Napoli after he came off in the second half. He has also filled in at centre-back in the recent past, also slotting in at right wing back at times.This seems to have impacted Inter’s thou
  
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• Garnacho will improve at Villa - Emery

  11-09-2026 18:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Aston Villa boss Unai Emery admits Alejandro Garnacho is yet to find his form but believes the Chelsea loanee is improving. The forward has played just 31 minutes this season after arriving from Stamford Bridge in the summer with Emery preferring academy graduate George Hemmings.He was an unused substitute in Tuesday's 3-2 Champions League win at Club Brugge but Emery expects the 22-year-old to make an impact at Villa Park."First is positive - his attitude. His attitude is very imp
  
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• Athletic Club forward Williams retires from Ghana duty

  11-09-2026 18:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Both of Inaki Williams' goals for Ghana came in qualification for the 2026 World Cup [Getty Images]Athletic Club forward Inaki Williams has announced his retirement from international duty with Ghana.The 32-year-old scored two goals in 28 caps for the Black Stars after making his debut in September 2022.He featured for the West Africans at the 2022 and 2026 Fifa World Cups and the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon).Williams appeared twice at this year's World Cup as Ghana were knocked out in the
  
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• Del Piero praises Como’s Champions League debut: ‘The only Italian team to win’

  11-09-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Del Piero praises Como’s Champions League debut: ‘The only Italian team to win’Alessandro Del Piero was full of praise for the players, staff and ownership group at Como after their statement win in their first ever Champions League match on Thursday evening, and was keen to point out that Cesc Fabregas’s side were the only one of the Italian sides to get their continental campaign off to a winning start.Como were taking part in their first ever match in the Champions Lea
  
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• Borussia Dortmund’s Konstantinos Karetsas discharged from hospital, yet still out for Paderborn

  11-09-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Borussia Dortmund’s Konstantinos Karetsas discharged from hospital, yet still out for PaderbornBorussia Dortmund will be without Konstantinos Karetsas for Saturday’s Bundesliga home fixture against SC Paderborn as further examinations continue following the 18-year-old’s worrying withdrawal from Tuesday’s Champions League victory over Villarreal. Karetsas has since been released from hospital after suffering circulatory problems during Dortmund’s 3-2 win at the West
  
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• Kylian Mbappé reacts to viral memes comparing him to a dictator

  11-09-2026 18:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappé has said he did not entirely appreciate a series of AI-generated social mediamemes portraying him as a dictator during the World Cup.The France international was depicted in military uniform, enthroned, or positioned alongside Soviet leader Josef Stalin and other controversial figures.Speaking to France Football magazine about the images, Mbappé acknowledged the humour, but said he disliked comparisons with individuals linked to historical tragedies.“There&rsquo
  
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• An 'upset' Christian Pulisic to make season debut Saturday, says AC Milan manager

  11-09-2026 18:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Christian Pulisic is part of Rubin Amorim's plans for Saturday's match against Lazio, the AC Milan manager said."I think you guys are going to see Pulisic," Amorim told reporters on Friday. "I don't know if he's going to start, if he's going to get on the pitch. I think he's going to play at least some minutes now."Pulisic suffered a bone bruise and microfracture in his right leg during the United States' Round of 16 defeat to Belgium during the 2026 World Cup. Upon his return to training with A
  
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• Kylian Mbappé says viral dictator memes show ‘lack of political awareness’

  11-09-2026 18:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappé has said he did not entirely appreciate a series of AI-generated social mediamemes portraying him as a dictator during the World Cup.The France international was depicted in military uniform, enthroned, or positioned alongside Soviet leader Josef Stalin and other controversial figures.Speaking to France Football magazine about the images, Mbappé acknowledged the humour, but said he disliked comparisons with individuals linked to historical tragedies.“There&rsquo
  
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• Liverpool forced to change transfer strategy as club makes huge decision

  11-09-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool forced to change transfer strategy as club makes huge decisionLiverpool were linked with a decent number of players throughout the summer. The Anfield outfit had a lot of decisions to make and in the end, they only brought four new players through the Anfield doors.Indeed, some of them, such as Ronald Araujo and Bradley Barcola are massive coups but, it does feel like more change is needed.So, the fact that the rumour mill is still turning ahead of the January transfer window is rather
  
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• Thierry Henry warns Como’s Baturina: ‘You will not receive your next paycheck’

  11-09-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thierry Henry warns Como’s Baturina: ‘You will not receive your next paycheck’It was all smiles in the CBS Sports studio after Como’s 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig in the Champions League on Thursday evening, with Thierry Henry jokingly warning goalscorer Martin Baturina ‘you will not receive your next pay-check’.Baturina scored Como’s first ever goal in the Champions League just a quarter of an hour into Thursday night’s 4-1 victory over Leipzig and
  
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• Barrios leads Atlético Madrid ratings after Liverpool comeback

  11-09-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barrios leads Atlético Madrid ratings after Liverpool comebackLiverpool beat Atlético Madrid 2-1 at Anfield in the opening match of the 2026/27 Champions League league phase, overturning an early Marcos Llorente goal with strikes from Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister. Into The Calderon’s player ratings from the match offer a detailed look at how Diego Simeone’s side let a promising start slip away.Liverpool overturn Atlético’s early leadJuli&aacut
  
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• Barcelona captain eager to renew his contract and lead team to greater heights

  11-09-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona captain eager to renew his contract and lead team to greater heightsRaphinha has made a spectacular start to the campaign. After overcoming the injury he suffered at the World Cup, the Brazilian has once again become one of the most influential players in Hansi Flick’s side.He has scored eight goals in five competitive appearances – six in La Liga and two in the UEFA Champions League. He is also thriving in his new role on the pitch as a centre-forward, while taking on grea
  
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• 🤕 Juventus injury alarm, Inter-Solet twist and Alisson return? 🔥

  11-09-2026 17:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤕 Juventus injury alarm, Inter-Solet twist and Alisson return? 🔥With yesterday’s matches, the Italian teams have wrapped up their debut in this first phase of the Champions League. After Inter and Napoli were beaten by Real Madrid and Arsenal respectively, Roma could only manage a draw away at Fenerbahçe. The only win — and what a win it was — came from Cesc Fabregas’ Como, who put 4 past Leipzig yesterday, confirming the excellent form of the Laria
  
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• 🤕 Juve injury alarm, Inter-Solet and Alisson-Napoli 🔙: today’s news 🔥

  11-09-2026 17:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤕 Juve injury alarm, Inter-Solet and Alisson-Napoli 🔙: today’s news 🔥With yesterday’s matches, the Italian clubs’ debuts in this first phase of the Champions League came to an end. After Inter and Napoli were beaten by Real Madrid and Arsenal respectively, Roma could only manage a draw away to Fenerbahçe. The only win — and what a win it was — came from Cesc Fabregas’ Como, who put 4 past Leipzig yesterday, confirming the Lariani
  
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• Are McCann and Killie about to kickstart season?

  11-09-2026 17:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Since the turn of the millennium, Kilmarnock have played seven times at Hampden under four different managers. For a club of their size, some may view that as an underperformance. For Neil McCann, though, it is a chance to undo much of the early-season malaise and kickstart his first full season in charge at Rugby Park.When Aberdeen visit on Saturday in the quarter-finals of the League Cup, it is a meeting of two of the top flight's worst-performing sides in the midst of two ponderous starts to
  
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• Official | Elversberg’s Vincent Wagner cleared to face Bayern after DFB overturns suspension

  11-09-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Elversberg’s Vincent Wagner cleared to face Bayern after DFB overturns suspensionSV Elversberg head coach Vincent Wagner will be permitted to take his place on the touchline for Sunday’s historic Bundesliga meeting with Bayern Munich after the DFB sports court overturned his automatic one-match suspension.Wagner had initially been ruled out of the fixture following his dismissal during Elversberg’s sensational 4-3 comeback victory away at Borussia Mönc
  
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• Football Italia Show: Como disrespected, Mancini’s potential Italy squad

  11-09-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Football Italia Show: Como disrespected, Mancini’s potential Italy squadFootball Italia writer Giancarlo Rinaldi joins Lorenzo Bettoni for the latest episode of the Football Italia Show on YouTube, arguing that Como have been unfairly disrespected despite their impressive 4-1 Champions League victory over RB Leipzig, while also discussing Roberto Mancini’s potential selections for the Italy national team.Click here to subscribe to the official Football Italia YouTube channel.COMO, IT
  
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• De Zerbi: ‘I’m sure’ about Tonali’s quality, ‘can’t change my idea now’

  11-09-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  De Zerbi: ‘I’m sure’ about Tonali’s quality, ‘can’t change my idea now’Tottenham coach Roberto De Zerbi insists he’s ‘sure’ about the qualities of Spurs’ summer signings, including Sandro Tonali: ‘Even if they don’t play well, I can’t change my idea now.’De Zerbi’s Tottenham are still winless in the opening three Premier League games of the season, having grabbed two losses and one draw so far.Tomorro
  
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• “I’ve got to keep going” – Alexander Isak reacts to his recent Liverpool form

  11-09-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “I’ve got to keep going” – Alexander Isak reacts to his recent Liverpool formAlexander Isak Finding Rhythm as Liverpool Eye More Goals and Bradley Barcola ImpactStrikers live on moments, but the best of them build careers on rhythm. Alexander Isak knows that better than most after a first year at Liverpool that kept getting interrupted just as it seemed ready to catch fire. Now, with the new season under way and the goals already flowing, there is a sense that the centre-
  
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• 'There are players you just don't want to sell' - fans on 'win-win' Hall deal

  11-09-2026 17:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on Lewis Hall committing his long-term future to Newcastle United after a second summer of key player exits.Here are some of your comments:Emily: He was the one player I said I didn't want to lose during the transfer window, so I'm delighted he is staying. He is great defensively as well as going forward. He has such a bright future ahead of him.Kevin: Yes, I am relieved. He is a class player and we need his experience now more than ever, especially wit
  
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• Mikel Arteta hits back at Gabriel Jesus over Arsenal exit

  11-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikel Arteta hits back at Gabriel Jesus over Arsenal exitMikel Arteta Responds to Gabriel Jesus Exit Comments as Arsenal Questions GrowArsenal have a habit of trying to keep internal business tidy. That becomes harder when a former player goes public, and Gabriel Jesus has done exactly that after sealing his £12.8 million move to Barcelona on Deadline Day.The striker claimed he was pushed away from the first-team group during pre-season without being given a proper explanation. It is the s
  
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• Michail Antonio back in English football as he joins West Ham’s Championship rivals

  11-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watford have completed the signing of former West Ham striker Michail Antonio on a free transfer.The 36-year-old Jamaica international has not played in England since December 2024, following a brief stint with Qatari side Al-Sailiya earlier this year.During a 10-year spell at West Ham, Antonio scored 68 goals to become their record Premier League goalscorer, but a broken leg suffered in a car accident ended his time playing for the club."It’s a good set of boys here," Antonio told watford
  
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• Carabao Cup: How to buy tickets for Liverpool vs. Tottenham

  11-09-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Carabao Cup: How to buy tickets for Liverpool vs. TottenhamLiverpool and Tottenham are set to meet in the Carabao Cup for what must be the stand-out tie of this year’s third round.There’ll surely be a lot of demand for Liverpool vs Tottenham tickets as these two big names meet at Anfield and look to progress in this competition.It feels particularly important for Spurs to get some silverware this season after consecutive 17th place finishes in the Premier League, and a poor start to
  
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• Bergvall signs new deal - but no news on Richarlison

  11-09-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lucas Bergvall has been capped 14 times by Sweden and became his country's youngest men's player to appear at a World Cup [Getty Images]Sweden midfielder Lucas Bergvall has signed a new contract at Tottenham - three months after saying he wanted to leave. The 20-year-old told the club he wanted a move in the summer, having had limited playing time following Roberto de Zerbi's arrival as manager towards the end of last season.Brazil forward Richarlison, meanwhile, is currently in a dispute over h
  
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