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• Strasbourg’s Mathis Amougou could join Toulouse

  28-08-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Strasbourg’s Mathis Amougou could join ToulouseSince joining RC Strasbourg Alsace from sister club Chelsea last summer, Mathis Amougou (20) has struggled for game time. The France youth international started just four times in Ligue 1 across the last campaign. The midfielder could now be set for a temporary exit, as per a report from L’Équipe.Before the end of the transfer window, Strasbourg are keen to strengthen their midfield. The Alsace club remain in contact with Stade Re
  
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• Richard Hughes gets answer in deal for £70m African forward

  29-08-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes gets answer in deal for £70m African forward© IMAGO - Andoni Iraola Richard Hughes LiverpoolLiverpool have wrapped up the signing of Bradley Barcola. The Frenchman, 23, joins from Paris Saint-Germain after the club came to terms over a £123m deal.Barcola - a two-time Champions League winner - is expected to become Andoni Iraola’s new starting left-wing option. But that still leaves the Basque tactico with a gap to fill on the right.Liverpool approach Crystal
  
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• Min-su To Make His Debut? | Predicted 4-2-3-1 Rangers Lineup To Face Aberdeen

  29-08-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Min-su To Make His Debut? | Predicted 4-2-3-1 Rangers Lineup To Face AberdeenRangers have hit a crisis point before the calendar has even flipped to September, plunging Derek McInnes’s fledgling Ibrox tenure into total disarray. They have been eliminated from the UEFA Conference League playoffs after a defeat in the tie-breaker against FK Jablonec, and the gaffer must now deliver domestic silverware with no European involvement this season. They have yet to win a Premiership game, and it c
  
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• A Beautiful Obsession: What Arsenal can learn from Pep Guardiola documentary

  29-08-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A Beautiful Obsession: What Arsenal can learn from Pep Guardiola documentaryPep Guardiola’s Manchester City documentary offers an unexpected Arsenal lesson as Gabriel Martinelli’s future brings a difficult question into sharper focus.Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty ImagesWith a bit of time on my hands over the last couple of days, travelling to and from Leeds overnight, I watched the entirety of the Pep Guardiola documentary, A Beautiful Obsession.“Wait a moment, isn’t this
  
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• Julian Alvarez ready to rejoin Atletico Madrid group training as Barcelona hopes fade

  29-08-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Julian Alvarez ready to rejoin Atletico Madrid group training as Barcelona hopes fadeWith the transfer window closing at midnight next Tuesday, and with his dream of joining FC Barcelona next season now seemingly impossible, Julian Alvarez is once again turning his attention towards Atletico Madrid, reports MARCA.As he did on Friday afternoon, the Argentine trained on his own at El Cerro on Saturday morning with one of the club’s fitness coaches, while his teammates travelled to Seville fo
  
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• 'Tough one to take' - Schumacher

  29-08-2026 19:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bolton Wanderers head coach Steven Schumacher says his side's 1-0 home defeat against Lincoln City in the Championship was "a tough one to take"."We played really well today" Schumacher told BBC Radio Manchester."I thought what we asked the lads to do in areas we thought we could get into and cause Lincoln problems, we did that."We created loads of good opportunities and got into some dangerous areas. I said to them (the players) at half-time that the only negativity was that we were not ahead."
  
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• Newcastle winger hits the ground running in 2026/27 🔥

  29-08-2026 19:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle winger hits the ground running in 2026/27 🔥Anthony Elanga joined Newcastle from Nottingham Forest in 2025 with plenty of promise.
  However, the Swedish winger struggled in his first season at St James' Park and failed to score a league goal throughout the entire campaign. Elanga has seemingly put those former demons to bed after a fine start to the new campaign.The 24-year-old scored in Newcastle's Premier League opener last weekend as the Magpies held Liverpool to a 2-2 dr
  
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• Serie A official line-ups: Juventus vs. Parma

  29-08-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A official line-ups: Juventus vs. ParmaJhon Lucumi gets his first Juventus start with Randal Kolo Muani, Jeremie Boga and Jonathan David amid an injury crisis, while Parma try to shake off a surprise defeat.It kicks off at the Allianz Juventus Stadium in Turin at 19.45 UK time (20.45 CEST).You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens from today’s four Serie A matches on the Liveblog.FROSINONE, ITALY – AUGUST 23: Luciano Spalletti head coach of FC Juventus gestures d
  
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• Barry-Murphy optimistic over more Cardiff signings

  29-08-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brian Barry-Murphy's Cardiff have drawn all three of their league games so far this season[Huw Evans Picture Agency]Brian Barry-Murphy is optimistic Cardiff City will make further additions to their squad before Tuesday's transfer deadline.Krystian Bielik impressed in the Cardiff defence after being thrust straight into the starting side for Saturday's 2-2 draw with Sheffield United.Poland international Bielik became only the Bluebirds' fourth summer recruit in midweek, but Barry-Murphy expects
  
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• 'We were in control' - Morrison

  29-08-2026 19:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Brom manager James Morrison felt the timing of Middlesbrough's goals was a huge factor in his side's 3-1 defeat.The Baggies were on top for much of a goalless first half, but Boro were better after the interval. "I think for large spells of the game we were in control. We had the better share of the first half without really creating too many clear opportunities," Morrison told BBC Radio WM. "I was quite happy going in at half-time, but the timing of the goals — we've got to be better
  
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• 😶 That looked bad! BVB new signing forced off injured

  29-08-2026 19:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😶 That looked bad! BVB new signing forced off injuredHow closely joy and sorrow can lie side by side is once again becoming clear in the first Bundesliga top match of the season between Dortmund and HSV.After a successful first half, BVB were dealt a crushing blow right at the start of the second. New signing Giannis Konstantelias took a hit in a challenge with Jatta, went down, and had to receive treatment around his knee (52nd minute).Of all people, it was the new arrival who had score
  
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• Inter Milan president looking forward to Real Madrid clash in UCL: ‘We’ll have a special meeting with Mourinho’

  29-08-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter Milan president looking forward to Real Madrid clash in UCL: ‘We’ll have a special meeting with Mourinho’Real Madrid now know their first opponents in the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League, with the schedule for the league phase of the competition being announced earlier today. And, Serie A champions Inter Milan will be the first opponent to face the Merengues in the competition as they visit the Santiago Bernabeu on September 8.It will be a particularly emotional occasion fo
  
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• 🚨 Cambiaso, Lucumì... Juventus' XI against Parma

  29-08-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Cambiaso, Lucumì... Juventus' XI against ParmaJuventus are looking to make it six points out of six at home at the start of their Serie A campaign. Parma are the visitors, coming off a defeat in their opening match.Today’s game is being played at Juventus Stadium with these lineups:
  Juventus: Vicario; Kalulu, Bremer, Lucumi, Celik; Locatelli, Douglas Luiz; Conceicao, David, Boga; Kolo Muani.Parma: Corvi, Del Prato, Drobnic, Troilo, Valeri; Ordóñez, Keita, Ber
  
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• Stephan wants QPR to be more ruthless

  29-08-2026 19:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Julien Stephan wants QPR to be more ruthless despite their encouraging start to the season.Rangers came from behind to win 2-1 at Blackburn and secure their second away victory of the campaign. They remain unbeaten in the Championship after their first three matches. Head coach Stephan told BBC Radio London: "We conceded an unbelievable goal at the start of the second half, but I really enjoyed the players' reaction after that - not just because we scored quickly, but because the technical level
  
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• Liverpool star to have huge role for Andoni Iraola after major news emerges from Anfield

  29-08-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star to have huge role for Andoni Iraola after major news emerges from AnfieldWhen Andoni Iraola took the Liverpool job, he probably expected things to be much easier than they have been. The fact that the Reds drew 2-2 with Newcastle during their opening game of the season was a massive red flag and obviously made fans rather worried.Iraola's heavy metal style of football is obviously a welcome change but, unless he gets new players in and, unless his current crop manages to adjust to
  
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• Barcelona €70 million summer signing has already won over the fans in a short time

  29-08-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona €70 million summer signing has already won over the fans in a short timeArriving at a new club, settling into a new city and winning over the supporters can be difficult for any signing. FC Barcelona summer signing Anthony Gordon, 25, appears to have managed all three already, as per Mundo Deportivo.The English forward joined Barcelona from Newcastle for €70 million plus €10 million in variables and has made an impressive start to life in Catalonia.His performances in th
  
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• Bournemouth 1-1 Everton: What Moyes and Tarkowski said

  29-08-2026 19:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton boss David Moyes, speaking to BBC MOTD: "I didn't think a goal was coming. We stuck at it, resilient, we were good away from last season so hopefully we can keep it going."We needed somebody to come up with something. We did some amazing blocks late in the game. Pleased with a point."Might want the transfer window left open so we can get a few more players in! It closes Tuesday, let's see what happens. I have said we could do with strengthening and hopefully we can do that."We have a goo
  
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• Coventry 0-1 Hull City: What Jakirovic said

  29-08-2026 19:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull City boss Sergej Jakirovic told BBC Sport: "The team played a good game. They tried to overload our right side. Some changes at half-time, we had some good counter-attacks. We needed better decisions."Second half, a lot of crosses came into our box and we controlled everything there."In the end I'm very pleased. Two games, six points - not bad."As their home game they tried to put some more risk on the pitch. Frank tried with the subs."At half-time we had problems [with fitness and injury].
  
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• Three things we learned from Bundesliga Saturday Afternoon Matchday 1 – Elversberg’s welcome to the Bundesliga, An unwelcome reunion and 19 goals in five games

  29-08-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three things we learned from Bundesliga Saturday Afternoon Matchday 1 – Elversberg’s welcome to the Bundesliga, An unwelcome reunion and 19 goals in five gamesBayern Munich and Stuttgart opened the Bundesliga season last night with a 5-1 win for Vincent Kompany’s side, but today was the start of the real Bundesliga with 10 teams kicking off their seasons. In action this afternoon were debutants Elversberg vs Bayer Leverkusen, Köln hosted Hoffenheim, RB Leipzig played Borus
  
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• 🕺 BVB dance with HSV! Greek duo strike up the sirtaki

  29-08-2026 19:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🕺 BVB dance with HSV! Greek duo strike up the sirtakiBorussia Dortmund could hardly have asked for a better start to the new league season against Hamburger SV. At half-time, the hosts are 2-0 up. The two new Greek signings, Konstantinos Karetsas and Giannis Konstantelias, played a major part in BVB’s lively display.Karetsas shone as the playmaker and set up Serhou Guirassy’s opening goal.
  Konstantelias grabbed the second goal shortly before the break. At times, Borussia alre
  
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• Coventry 0-1 Hull City: What Lampard said

  29-08-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Coventry boss Frank Lampard told BBC Sport: "For a game we controlled a lot of the possession we were too slow with it. Against a back five and a team who want to slow you down."We created more problems than Man Utd did. But it wasn't like us. Normally we're more aggressive. There's some serious lessons to learn."[Missing] Quality as well. You have to work towards quality. It was too much slow play from us. It's hard against a back five. When you cross they have players to deal with it."The Prem
  
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• 'Goals change games' - Neil

  29-08-2026 19:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Millwall manager Alex Neil was not happy with his side's response to being pegged back in their 5-1 defeat by Southampton Mark Sykes put the Lions in front but the Saints hit back for a comfortable win.Neil said Millwall started well, but lost their way after the equaliser."My assessment is goals change games," he told BBC Radio London."For 25 minutes, I thought we were excellent. We dominated the opening proceedings and scored a good goal and probably should have scored another."We haven't been
  
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• Liverpool forward set for three months out after injury blow

  29-08-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool forward set for three months out after injury blowLiverpool Forward Josh Abe Ruled Out for Three Months After Shoulder SurgeryLiverpool youngster Josh Abe is expected to spend around three months on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on a persistent shoulder problem, according to The Athletic.For a 16-year-old whose trajectory had been pointing firmly towards Liverpool’s senior squad, the timing is desperately unfortunate. Yet the decision also feels sensible. There is little
  
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• Sunderland closing in on huge signing ahead of transfer deadline day

  29-08-2026 19:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland closing in on huge signing ahead of transfer deadline daySunderland Transfer News: Igor Paixao Deal Advances as Black Cats Weigh Kevin Danso and Tosin AdarabioyoSunderland are accelerating their late-window business, with TeamTalk reporting that Igor Paixao is now one of the club’s leading priorities as Regis Le Bris looks to sharpen his squad before the deadline. The headline detail is encouraging, “Personal terms are already in place” and an “overall fee is c
  
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• PLAYER RATINGS | Strasbourg 2-1 Lens: Gessime Yassine brace sinks Sang et Or in Ligue 1 thriller

  29-08-2026 19:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PLAYER RATINGS | Strasbourg 2-1 Lens: Gessime Yassine brace sinks Sang et Or in Ligue 1 thrillerLigue 1 McDonald’s, Matchweek 2, 29/08/2026Morocco international winger Gessime Yassine was the star of the show as Hugo Oliveira secured his first win as Strasbourg manager, cancelling out Florian Thauvin’s opener from the spot.The MatchAfter last week’s humiliating 4-0 away loss to Marseille, Strasbourg started their first home game of the Ligue 1 season with the bit between the te
  
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• Bournemouth 1-1 Everton: What Rose and Scott said

  29-08-2026 19:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bournemouth boss Marco Rose: "It was mostly about the result but as a coach you evaluate the performance as well and in most phases of the game it was really good."It was a quite open game, quite up and down. We can get better in some parts of the game. Today for me it was not even a set piece for the goal because we had already cleared the situation, but I don't want to blame anyone because I saw so many positive things."I am really thankful for the warm welcome and I really appreciate to be co
  
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• Barcelona 19-year-old academy talent faces a decisive year at club

  29-08-2026 19:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona 19-year-old academy talent faces a decisive year at clubFC Barcelona’s reserve team, Barça Atletic, are entering the final stretch of pre-season with particular attention on the development of Ibrahim Diarra. The young Malian attacker began the summer facing high expectations after being called up by Hansi Flick to join the first team’s training camp in England.Diarra made a strong impression under the German coach, delivering a particularly good performance against
  
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• Shock, club record deal now close to completion

  29-08-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Shock, club record deal now close to completionLiverpool have been linked with a whole host of transfers this summer. The Anfield outfit were in desperate need of fresh talent and, while they have welcomed several players through the Anfield doors, they still look no better than they did under Arne Slot last term.For most of the summer transfer window, fans spoke about how different things were going to be with Andoni Iraola in charge, especially with the "heavy metal" style of football that he
  
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• 🚨 Official: Franck Kessié returns to Serie A!

  29-08-2026 19:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: Franck Kessié returns to Serie A!Back home.After days of speculation, Franck Kessié’s return to Atalanta Bergamo is now official!Available on a free transfer since the end of his contract with Al-Ahli, the Ivorian midfielder had made Serie A his top priority for the next step in his career.Although Juventus were also among the interested clubs, the 29-year-old ultimately chose Atalanta Bergamo, where he had already played from 2015 to 2017.It was during th
  
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• Bournemouth 1-1 Everton: What Moyes said

  29-08-2026 19:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton boss David Moyes, speaking to BBC MOTD: "I didn't think a goal was coming. We stuck at it, resilient, we were good away from last season so hopefully we can keep it going."We needed somebody to come up with something. We did some amazing blocks late in the game. Pleased with a point."Might want the transfer window left open so we can get a few more players in! It closes Tuesday, let's see what happens. I have said we could do with strengthening and hopefully we can do that."We have a goo
  
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