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• Terim: Italy have ‘significant potential’ but no identity

  28-09-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Terim: Italy have ‘significant potential’ but no identityFormer Fiorentina and Milan coach Fatih Terim insists Italy must ‘rediscover identity and competitiveness’ and backs the Turkish FA’s decision to confirm Vincenzo Montella in charge despite a disappointing World Cup exit.Italy visit Vincenzo Montella’s Turkiye in the second match of the 2026-27 Nations League group phase tonight. Both sides lost their opening games against Belgium and France, respectivel
  
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• Ousmane Dembele reflects on Barcelona spell and reveals what Messi meant to him: ‘Saw some exceptional top players’

  02-10-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ousmane Dembele reflects on Barcelona spell and reveals what Messi meant to him: ‘Saw some exceptional top players’Ousmane Dembele has looked back on his Barcelona career with gratitude, with Lionel Messi standing out as one of the biggest influences on his time at the club.The Paris Saint-Germain forward arrived at Camp Nou in 2017 with enormous expectations after Barcelona paid €105 million to Borussia Dortmund for the 20-year-old, who was brought in following Neymar’s d
  
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• Julian Ward wanted £130m star for just £50m; Liverpool said no

  02-10-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Julian Ward wanted £130m star for just £50m; Liverpool said noLiverpool sporting director Julian Ward was eager to sign a £130m player for a mere fraction of that. The Reds said no.Julian Ward is back in as Liverpool sporting director. He replaces Richard Hughes, who replaced Jorg Schmadtke, who replaced... Julian Ward.Ward had stepped down back in 2023, believing he wasn’t on the same page as Jurgen Klopp. Klopp (rightly) wielded a lot of power at the club, which natural
  
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• Florian Wirtz sends telling message to Liverpool teammates after Germany display

  02-10-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Florian Wirtz sends telling message to Liverpool teammates after Germany displayFlorian Wirtz delivered a superb display as Germany secured a 2-0 win over Serbia in the UEFA Nations League on Thursday giving Jurgen Klopp his first victory as Germany head coach.Wirtz played a key role in the opening goal, striking the woodwork. The rebound fell to Tom Bischof, who drilled the ball into the roof of the net.The 23-year-old sealed the victory in the second half, drilling the ball into the bottom cor
  
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• 'You could be legends' - inside unfancied Wakefield's rapid ascent

  02-10-2026 09:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There is a moment in the 1939 film 'The Wizard of Oz' where Dorothy swaps her monochrome world for glorious, eye-opening technicolour the minute she touches down in the Land of Oz.The same could be said for the moment, should it happen, that Wakefield Trinity get their hands on the Super League trophy this Saturday after the Grand Final against Warrington Wolves.Metaphorically of course, but the achievements of that great club are still currently only to be seen in those black and white hues and
  
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• Today’s Papers: France vs Italy dominates as Zidane revisits Materazzi headbutt

  02-10-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers: France vs Italy dominates as Zidane revisits Materazzi headbuttLa Gazzetta dello Sport‘Zizou, you again’ – France vs Italy in Paris is the front page, with the Nazionale facing Zidane 20 years on from the headbutt. Mancini: “They’re the best, but we’ll play them.”‘New Italy face the French test’ – Michael Olise, 24, and Alessandro Bastoni, 27, used to illustrate the gap, with kick-off at 20:45 in the Nations League
  
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• Kylian Mbappe injury: Real Madrid set clear plan with El Clasico in focus

  02-10-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappe injury: Real Madrid set clear plan with El Clasico in focusReal Madrid are looking beyond Kylian Mbappe’s immediate return and towards the fixture that matters most at the end of October.According to SPORT, the club’s priority is to have Mbappe fully fit for the Clasico against Barcelona on October 25, rather than rushing him back for every match before then.The France international is currently recovering from a knee problem sustained during the international break.&nb
  
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• 'Widell claims Rangers player blocked Ibrox move' - gossip

  02-10-2026 09:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Casper Widell remains with Excelsior after being linked with Rangers [Getty Images]Excelsior centre-half Casper Widell says his summer move to Rangers fell through because a player refused to leave, while Kilmarnock are reportedly close to signing goalkeeper Dave Richards.Excelsior centre-back Casper Widell has claimed he was close to joining Rangers this summer, but the 23-year-old says his move fell through after an unnamed player refused to leave Ibrox. (HD)Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin i
  
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• Daejeon Hana Citizen's now-traditional autumn revival could seal ACL again

  02-10-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Daejeon Hana Citizen's now-traditional autumn revival could seal ACL againThere's a collective belief among some sections of the Daejeon Hana Citizen fan base that once autumn arrives, the team comes good again. Once the traditional calendar reaches ipchu - the traditional 13th solar term in the East Asian lunisolar calendar- Daejeon Hana Citizen get serious again and finish the campaign strongly.There's evidence to back that up. In the 2023 season, after a sticky patch from June 7th to Septembe
  
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• Barcelona send scout to watch €45m-rated defender with Real Madrid and Inter also interested

  02-10-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona send scout to watch €45m-rated defender with Real Madrid and Inter also interestedBarcelona are keeping a close eye on Stuttgart defender Finn Jeltsch as they continue searching for a young centre-back capable of fitting into Hansi Flick’s plans.According to Sky Germany, a Barcelona representative was present to watch the 20-year-old during Stuttgart’s meeting with Viking Stavanger. At the same time, Inter also sent an emissary to assess the German youth internati
  
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• ☕️ Jorge Jesus stands firm on Cristiano, Raphinha and Friday’s 5️⃣ stories

  02-10-2026 09:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ☕️ Jorge Jesus stands firm on Cristiano, Raphinha and Friday’s 5️⃣ storiesOn a Friday shaped by the hangover from the latest revelations in the Negreira Case and Cristiano Ronaldo’s walkout in Portugal, these are the five main talking points around which the day could revolve.
  🚑 What’s going on with Raphinha?Raphinha’s last three injuries have all been in the same area and while on duty with Brazil. Mundo Deportivo reports that Barcelona
  
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• Roma to prepare new advance for Endrick in January

  02-10-2026 09:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma to prepare new advance for Endrick in JanuaryRoma were close to signing Endrick this summer. What caused the deal to fall through? Mourinho’s intervention, asking the Real Madrid striker to wait a little longer before leaving. The 2006-born player therefore stayed put in Spain with the intention of convincing the Special One. He hasn’t succeeded, at least so far. Endrick, in fact, played only four minutes in the final minutes of the match against Elche. The injury he suffered at
  
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• Gvardiol did not want to leave City after Barcelona enquiry

  02-10-2026 09:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gvardiol did not want to leave City after Barcelona enquiryBarcelona made an enquiry about Manchester City defender Joško Gvardiol last season, but the Croatia international was clear he did not want to leave, the BBC report. The account, which cites Mundo Deportivo, describes a past approach rather than a bid or an active negotiation.No fee, agreement or current talks are established in the report. For Barcelona, the story is therefore a glimpse of defensive recruitment interest, not con
  
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• Liverpool have already found their next Alexander Isak

  02-10-2026 09:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool have already found their next Alexander IsakLast term, the Reds broke their transfer record twice after they brought Florian Wirtz and the Sweden international in.Isak has been a key cog in the Reds' attack this season but, during the 2025-26 campaign, he spent most of it side-lined due to injury.Liverpool's fanbase thought that, after he got a full pre-season out of the way that he'd avoid getting injured but, while away on international duty, he's had to be sent back to L4 to do reha
  
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• Euro 2016 memories aplenty - but O'Neill focused on future

  02-10-2026 09:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael O'Neill guided Northern Ireland to a famous win over Ukraine at Euro 2016 [Getty Images]Whenever Northern Ireland face Ukraine, it is inevitable that the memories start coming back.The hail stones that halted the game, the Gareth McAuley header, Niall McGinn wheeling away in pure elation and the endless renditions of 'Will Grigg's on fire'.Whether you were at the game or watching at home, it's hard to believe 10 years have passed since that famous day in France at Euro 2016.But for Micha
  
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• Sir Alex Ferguson opens up on ‘frightening’ brain haemorrhage

  02-10-2026 09:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson has opened up about his ordeal after suffering a brain haemorrhage in 2018 and admitted he was “terrified”. Ferguson is wildly regarded as the greatest manager of Man United and, possibly the Premier League as a whole, having won 13 top-flight titles during his time in charge between 1986 and 2013.He also won two Champions League titles, five FA Cups, the League Cup four times and added the Club World Cup, European Super Cup, European Cup Wi
  
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• Sevilla manager names Barcelona the best team in Spain: ‘They are very hungry’

  02-10-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sevilla manager names Barcelona the best team in Spain: ‘They are very hungry’Barcelona have made an explosive start to the 2026/27 season, and Sevilla manager Luis Garcia Plaza believes there is little debate over where Hansi Flick’s side currently stands in Spanish football.Speaking to El Larguero, Garcia Plaza described Barcelona as the best team in Spain and pointed to their hunger as one of the reasons behind their early-season dominance.“Barça, as of today, i
  
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• Molina expected to start vs Como

  02-10-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Molina expected to start vs ComoMolina is currently working closely with Gian Piero Gasperini to regain top form. Against Inter, the former Atletico Madrid player showed the contribution he can make this season with a decisive headed assist for Manu Koné. Aside from the pass that allowed the French midfielder to score, there’s much more to him: pace, experience, and the ability to make an impact, even with long shots—a quality the Roman side have somewhat lacked. The 1998-born
  
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• Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho denies making comments about Cristiano Ronaldo and Portuguese Federation: ‘Too many fake news’

  02-10-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho denies making comments about Cristiano Ronaldo and Portuguese Federation: ‘Too many fake news’Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has moved quickly to shut down chatter about his comments with regard to Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portuguese Football Federation.Portugal have undergone a significant change, with Jorge Jesus taking the reins and having a fall-out with Cristiano Ronaldo.Interestingly, Mourinho was offered the job but turned it down in favou
  
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• Hallgrimsson marvels at 'magical' Parrott's solo goal

  02-10-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Parrott scored a sublime solo goal and a penalty in Republic of Ireland's 2-2 draw against Austria [Getty Images]"There aren't many players that can do what he did."Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson succinctly summarised the brilliance of in-form striker Troy Parrott for his first goal in their Uefa Nations League 2-2 draw with Austria in Dublin.Having been fed the ball by Adam Idah around 20 yards from goal, Parrott stalled for a second and even gestured for support around him before
  
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• Cristante set to miss 3 weeks of action with knee injury

  02-10-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cristante set to miss 3 weeks of action with knee injuryBryan Cristante, the man least expected, has been taken out. For Gasperini, the Giallorossi midfielder is a sure thing; in fact, he’s been the most used outfield player this season. The number 4 guarantees balance and physicality. The Grugliasco-based coach, after a quiet first half of the break, has lost a key midfielder. The 1995-born player had withdrawn from the Italy squad due to lumbago, while he was sidelined this week with a k
  
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• Liverpool heading towards controversial transfer, Andoni Iraola might be furious

  02-10-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool heading towards controversial transfer, Andoni Iraola might be furiousLiverpool are hurtling towards a controversial transfer. One that may have Andoni Iraola - and fans - scratching their heads.Liverpool had a strange old summer. They lost three key players in Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate and arguably didn't replace any of them.Konate has the most obvious 'replacement'. Jeremy Jacquet has taken on his role and done so brilliantly, though the 21-year-old was signed
  
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• Former Barcelona target names Cubarsi among world’s future greats and backs Yamal for Ballon d’Or

  02-10-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Barcelona target names Cubarsi among world’s future greats and backs Yamal for Ballon d’OrLuka Vuskovic has seen enough of Pau Cubarsi and Lamine Yamal to understand why Barcelona are building so much around their teenage stars.The Croatia centre-back was on the receiving end of Spain’s 4-1 victory in the Nations League and left the game with an even greater appreciation for the two Barcelona players.Vuskovic made a point of approaching Cubarsi after the final whistle, a
  
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• The Unpromotables: Germany's league champions who can't go up

  02-10-2026 08:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Djamal Ziane is a three-time league champion – but he does not always feel like it.This summer, for the second year in a row and for the third time in seven seasons, the Lokomotive Leipzig captain hoisted the trophy into the air having led his team to the title in the Regional League Northeast, the fourth tier of German football.But the memory is tinged with frustration because, just as in 2025 and 2020, Lokomotive's league title did not lead to promotion.While the other regional champions
  
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• How Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes fared in Portugal’s win over Denmark

  02-10-2026 08:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes fared in Portugal’s win over DenmarkPortugal maintained their perfect Nations League record with a 4-2 victory over Denmark on Thursday.Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was the standout performer for the Navigators, who have won all three games to top their Nations League group.Portugal made a positive start to the away encounter and scored an early goal through Joao Cancelo.Mikkel Damsgaard equalised soon before Fernandes helped resto
  
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• Ousmane Dembele breaks silence on tension with Real Madrid star: ‘There is nothing going on’

  02-10-2026 08:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ousmane Dembele breaks silence on tension with Real Madrid star: ‘There is nothing going on’Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe is one of the biggest superstars in world football and a key focal point in the France national team.Recently, there was chatter surrounding the Les Bleus dressing room, with talk of a rift between Ousmane Dembele and Mbappe.The PSG star man has now dismissed suggestions of a problem between himself and the Real Madrid star.Dembele dismisses Mbappe rumoursAhead o
  
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• 🔥 Inter-Chiesa, Roma-Endrick, Allegri changes tack: morning news ☀️

  02-10-2026 08:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔥 Inter-Chiesa, Roma-Endrick, Allegri changes tack: morning news ☀️Serie A is still on hold to make room for the international break, but tonight all eyes will be on Italy. The Azzurri face France in the final Nations League group-stage match, a high-profile clash set to light up the evening.Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 per month!Let’s take a look at the biggest stories of the morning.Juve-Balde, competi
  
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• Hansi Flick might look to rest Barcelona first-team regular against Getafe despite injury recovery

  02-10-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick might look to rest Barcelona first-team regular against Getafe despite injury recoveryBarcelona may have Joan Garcia back for the La Liga meeting with Getafe, but Hansi Flick has a bigger decision to make than just putting him back into the starting XI.The 25-year-old has recovered from the knee problem that kept him out of Barcelona’s final matches before the international break and is expected to be available when Getafe visit the Spotify Camp Nou on October 10.However, accor
  
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• 🗞️ Friday's front pages: Negreira, CR11 and a huge France-Italy

  02-10-2026 08:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗞️ Friday's front pages: Negreira, CR11 and a huge France-ItalyThe Negreira case returns to the front pages of the sports press today with four complementary angles.AS and Marca report that UEFA has accepted Real Madrid’s 50,000-page complaint and added it to the file they opened in 2023.Mundo Deportivo and Sport also say that UEFA has received the documents, but Sport adds that Barça view it calmly and describe it as “smoke.”Mundo Deportivo, meanwhile, su
  
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• Arda Guler talks Mbappe, Courtois and Real Madrid Player of the Month award: ‘A source of great pride’

  02-10-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arda Guler talks Mbappe, Courtois and Real Madrid Player of the Month award: ‘A source of great pride’Real Madrid have had a mixed start to the new season, but one player who has been a revelation is Arda Guler.The Turkey starlet made an impression during pre-season, and Jose Mourinho has trusted him with the right-wing role at the start of the campaign.Guler was even awarded Real Madrid’s Five-Star Player of the Month for September as a reward for his excellent performances so
  
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