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• Those choosing to 'poke fun' are 'missing the real issue'

  29-04-2025 13:32 via bbc.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]Empty Manchester City seats at Wembley? You're missing the point.You've only got to spend a few moments scrolling on your favourite social media platform to come across someone bashing Manchester City's fanbase for not selling out their allocation at Wembley on Sunday afternoon.At face value; Yes, it's Wembley Stadium. Yes, it's an FA Cup semi-final. Yes, it's perhaps one of the biggest dates in the football calendar for many fans and a unique opportunity to visit one of the m
  
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• Report: Tottenham Hotspur interested in move to sign £20m defender

  06-01-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report: Tottenham Hotspur interested in move to sign £20m defenderTottenham sounded out as Monaco full back weighs January moveTottenham Hotspur have again found themselves woven into the familiar choreography of a January window, approached by intermediaries over a potential deal for Vanderson. The 24 year old is understood to be open to a mid season exit from AS Monaco, with Tottenham among several Premier League clubs alerted to his availability, according to TeamTalk.Photo: IMAGOJanuar
  
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• Bolton sign Shelbourne defender Temple

  06-01-2026 17:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  Lewis Temple's final appearance for Shelbourne came in the 0-0 draw with Slovenian side NK Celje in the Europa Conference League last month [Getty Images]Bolton Wanderers have signed Shelbourne defender Lewis Temple for an undisclosed fee on a two-year deal.The 20-year-old made 11 appearances in the League of Ireland in 2025 and also played three times in the Europa Conference League."I think, especially when you're over in Ireland as a young player, all you look at is wanting to go and play ove
  
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• Silva on avoiding 'mental fatigue', Wirtz goal and 'special' derby

  06-01-2026 17:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  Fulham boss Marco Silva has been speaking to the media before Wednesday's Premier League game against Chelsea at Craven Cottage (kick-off 19:30 GMT).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Silva confirmed there were no new injury concerns for Wednesday's game, with Kenny Tete, Rodrigo Muniz and Josh King out. However, Ryan Sessegnon is in "contention" for a return to action.He feels it is "very difficult" managing the workload of the players currently, but does not believe "mental fatigu
  
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• O'Neil agrees to become Strasbourg manager

  06-01-2026 17:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  O'Neil is set for a return to management after over a year out of the game [Getty Images]Gary O'Neil has agreed to become Strasbourg's manager after Liam Rosenior left the French club to join sister club Chelsea.O'Neil, 42, has been without a club since he was sacked by Wolves in December 2024.He previously had a year-long spell at Bournemouth in the 2022-23 season, helping the south coast club avoid relegation before being sacked and replaced by Andoni Iraola.His appointment at Strasbourg comes
  
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• The Liam Rosenior playbook that can appease Chelsea and justify controversial move

  06-01-2026 17:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  There’s a reason the main stand of the Meinau stays silent for the first 15 minutes of every Strasbourg home game, as has been the case since 2023. It’s an objection to their state of affairs; not on the pitch, but in the boardroom. Under the multi-club ownership model of BlueCo, a vocal portion of the Strasbourg fanbase feel their role as the “pawn” in Chelsea’s big game of chess has been stripping them of their identity. They’ve now been stripped of their ma
  
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• Sheehan steps down as Ipswich Women boss

  06-01-2026 17:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  Joe Sheehan has a Uefa A coaching licence [Getty Images]Joe Sheehan has stepped down from his role as Ipswich Town manager after almost seven years with the team bottom of Women's Super League 2.Sheehan had been in charge since February 2019 and led Ipswich to promotion from the third tier of the women's game last season.They have, though, found the step up difficult, taking just five points from 11 games, winning only one, as they prepare to visit Charlton Athletic on Sunday."I would like to th
  
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• 🎇 Como cruise 3-0 at Pisa, Douvikas brace, best Serie A defence 📊

  06-01-2026 17:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  🎇 Como cruise 3-0 at Pisa, Douvikas brace, best Serie A defence 📊Como wins 3-0 in Pisa thanks to Perrone's goal (68') and Douvikas' brace (76' and 96'), temporarily moving to 4th place, tied on points with Roma and Juventus.
  Fabregas' team, with their 3rd consecutive clean sheet, becomes the best defense in the league: 12 goals, just like Roma with the same number of matches played.💣 Semper imperfect on Perrone, Douvikas reaches PazAfter a first half where Como dominates
  
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• 'Any coach stepping into current environment bound to face challenges'

  06-01-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC][Getty Images]The announcement that Liam Rosenior will be Chelsea's next head coach has not exactly sparked celebrations among the fanbase.In fact, the general consensus is that the appointment feels somewhat uninspiring, with many questioning whether Rosenior will even be afforded the time required to succeed or face the fate of his predecessors.Since the change in ownership, those who succeeded Thomas Tuchel in the dugout shared similar profiles in terms of experience, but none arrived wi
  
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• 'Organisations running big clubs want a level of control' - Nevin

  06-01-2026 17:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  [Getty Images]Former Chelsea winger Pat Nevin says Liam Rosenior will know the pressure he is under to succeed at Stamford Bridge - but he understands why it is still an attractive job for Rosenior to take.Nevin spoke to BBC Breakfast shortly after Rosenior said he had "verbally agreed" to be the next Chelsea boss - a deal that was confirmed later on Tuesday.He said: "Everybody knew, it's not a very well-kept secret. He's had limited experience and certainly no experience at the level Chelsea is
  
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• Tranmere defender McGowan extends stay until summer

  06-01-2026 17:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  Aaron McGowan has made 13 appearances for Tranmere Rovers this season [Shutterstock]Tranmere Rovers defender Aaron McGowan has extended his contract at Prenton Park until the end of the season.The 29-year-old joined Rovers on a short-term deal in October after leaving Northampton Town in the summer.He has made 13 appearances in all competitions for the League Two side."This club has been nothing but great to me since the minute I walked in, and I now want to reward that," he told the club websit
  
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• Bristol Rovers return five loanees but Hutchinson is back

  06-01-2026 17:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  Bristol Rovers have returned five loan players midway through their deals, but Isaac Hutchinson has been recalled to the Memorial Stadium.The League Two side, who replaced former head coach Darrell Clarke with Steve Evans last month, are 20th in the fourth tier, four points outside the relegation zone.Midfielder Hutchinson, 25, has been recalled from his loan with Cheltenham, where he scored eight goals in 19 appearances in the first half of the campaign.Meanwhile, centre-back Kacper Lopata head
  
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• Report – Parma & Sassuolo Set Sights On Inter Milan Owned Midfielder After Torino Fallout

  06-01-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report – Parma & Sassuolo Set Sights On Inter Milan Owned Midfielder After Torino FalloutSerie A minnows Parma and Sassuolo have reportedly set their sights on Inter Milan flop Kristjan Asllani.According to Alfredo Pedulla via FCInter1908, they could offer the 23-year-old midfielder an escape route from Turin.Kristjan Asllani joined Torino in the summer on loan with an option to buy.However, he is on the verge of returning to San Siro after the Granata decided to terminate his loan dea
  
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• Fenerbahce prepare first offer for Atalanta & Nigeria star Lookman

  06-01-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Fenerbahce prepare first offer for Atalanta & Nigeria star LookmanFenerbahce are stepping up their pursuit of Ademola Lookman and are preparing an opening bid for the Atalanta forward as they look to land another high-profile signing in January.According to Sport Mediaset journalist Orazio Accomando, the Turkish club are ready to table an offer structured as a paid loan worth €5 million, with a right, or potential obligation, to buy set at €37 million.Talks are still at an early st
  
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• 'Problems run deeper' - West Brom fans on Mason sacking

  06-01-2026 17:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC]West Brom lost 10 successive away games under Ryan Mason [Shutterstock]We asked for your views after West Bromwich Albion sacked head coach Ryan Mason on Tuesday morning.The former Tottenham coach was only appointed in June but leaves with the Baggies 18th in the Championship.We had a brilliant response so, thanks for getting in touch and here is a selection of the thoughts of Albion supporters:Andy - I don't think that's the right move. The problems run much deeper than just changing the m
  
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• Agent Of Lazio Defender & Inter Milan Target Delivers Cryptic Message About His Future: “Year & A Half Left On His Contract”

  06-01-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Agent Of Lazio Defender & Inter Milan Target Delivers Cryptic Message About His Future: “Year & A Half Left On His Contract”Lazio defender Mario Gila has emerged as a potential summer reinforcement to Inter Milan amid an uncertain future at the Stadio Olimpico.Speaking to Calciomercato via FCInterNews, Gila’s agent, Alejandro Camano, refused to comment on his client’s immediate future.However, the Spanish center-back has attracted interest from several Serie A clu
  
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• Real Madrid defender unlikely to return until February despite inclusion in Super Cup squad

  06-01-2026 17:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  Real Madrid defender unlikely to return until February despite inclusion in Super Cup squadReal Madrid flew to Saudi Arabia today as they get set to compete for their first trophy of the season in the Spanish Super Cup.The Merengues will lock horns with Atletico Madrid on Thursday in the second semi-final and will hope to make it to the final on Sunday, where they could face one of Barcelona or Athletic Club.Xabi Alonso announced the squad list of players travelling to Jeddah for the tournament
  
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• Report – Liverpool Demand Obligatory Buyout Clause To Let Out-Of-Favor Italy Star Leave Amid Inter Milan & Napoli Interest

  06-01-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report – Liverpool Demand Obligatory Buyout Clause To Let Out-Of-Favor Italy Star Leave Amid Inter Milan & Napoli InterestSerie A leaders Inter Milan have reportedly identified Liverpool outcast Federico Chiesa as a potential target for the winter transfer window.According to the Italian media via FCInter1908, the Reds will only let the former Juventus winger leave on one condition.Cristian Chivu’s men are in the market for a new wingback after losing Denzel Dumfries to a long-te
  
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• Serie A Week 19 Liveblog: Lecce vs. Roma and Sassuolo vs. Juventus

  06-01-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Serie A Week 19 Liveblog: Lecce vs. Roma and Sassuolo vs. JuventusThis page will update live with the latest relevant news, no need to refresh the page!Join us for all the build-up and action from the Serie A midweek round, as a decimated Roma visit Lecce, while Juventus take on giant-killers Sassuolo.We begin at 17.00 GMT (18.00 CET) with Gian Piero Gasperini having to invent defensive options against a Lecce side fresh from holding Juve in Turin.At 19.45 GMT (20.45 CET), Juventus take a trip t
  
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• Pisa 0-3 Como – Second half goals seal win as Butez shows penalty credentials

  06-01-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Pisa 0-3 Como – Second half goals seal win as Butez shows penalty credentialsComo secured a 3-0 away victory over Pisa in a match defined by missed chances and a dramatic late turning point at the Arena Garibaldi.The opening half was evenly contested, with both sides creating opportunities without finding a breakthrough.Pisa were the more direct threat, coming closest through Matteo Tramoni and M’Bala Nzola, while Como tested Adrian Šemper via Nico Paz and Kühn.PISA, ITAL
  
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• Parma Vs Inter Milan – Crusaders Boast Head-To-Head Edge At Ennio Tardini: Nerazzurri Enjoying Successful Patch

  06-01-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Parma Vs Inter Milan – Crusaders Boast Head-To-Head Edge At Ennio Tardini: Nerazzurri Enjoying Successful PatchStadio Ennio Tardini forms the backdrop for Wednesday’s Serie A showdown between bottom-half Parma and table-topping Inter Milan.According to FCInterNews, the home side can draw confidence from their superior head-to-head record in this fixture.Inter picked up where they left off at the beginning of 2026, beating Bologna 3-1 at home on Sunday.Therefore, the Nerazzurri head i
  
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• 'Eustace has potential to be one of Derby's best'

  06-01-2026 16:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  [Getty Images]Sinners star and Derby County fan Jack O'Connell has said that the Rams are "very fortunate" to have boss John Eustace at the helm.Eustace had already made an impression on the Hollywood actor as a player in a Derby shirt and he has now been "impressed" with what the 46-year-old has had to offer from the manager's seat."I love him. I think he's got the potential to be one of our top managers... ever," O'Connell told BBC Radio Derby during their Sportscene call-in."I loved him in a
  
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• Report – Inter Milan & Torino Working Together To Find New Club For Unsettled Albania Midfielder

  06-01-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report – Inter Milan & Torino Working Together To Find New Club For Unsettled Albania MidfielderKristjan Asllani is reportedly on the brink of returning to Inter Milan after Torino decided to terminate his loan spell.According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the clubs are working together to find a new team for the unsettled Albanian star.Torino signed Kristjan Asllani on a season-long loan last summer.Despite making 15 Serie A appearances this season, the 23-year-old has fallen out of
  
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• Parma Vs Inter Milan – French Striker Regains Full Fitness: French Midfielder Ruled Out

  06-01-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  Parma Vs Inter Milan – French Striker Regains Full Fitness: French Midfielder Ruled OutInter Milan center-forward Ange-Yoan Bonny will reportedly be in contention for Wednesday’s Serie A clash against Parma.According to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, the Frenchman has regained full fitness and will be at Cristian Chivu’s disposal tomorrow.Bonny has been on the sidelines since mid-December.Indeed, he suffered a minor knee injury shortly after Inter’s return from their Supercop
  
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• Sky Sports: Crystal Palace forward set for January exit

  06-01-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Sky Sports: Crystal Palace forward set for January exitCoventry move offers Palace youngster fresh platformCoventry City are set to complete a loan move for Romain Esse, with the Crystal Palace forward expected to spend the rest of the season in the Championship, according to Sky Sports. At 20, Esse finds himself at a familiar developmental crossroads, talent acknowledged, opportunity restricted.Photo IMAGOMinutes scarce at Selhurst ParkSince arriving from Millwall in January 2025, Esse’s
  
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• James Pearce: Liverpool set for ‘quiet’ January window

  06-01-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  James Pearce: Liverpool set for ‘quiet’ January windowJournalist Reveals Liverpool’s Plans Ahead of January Transfer WindowLiverpool’s January transfer plans arrive against a backdrop of heightened scrutiny. After committing almost £450m last summer, supporters and pundits alike are assessing whether further mid-season reinforcement is realistic, or required, for a club balancing long-term strategy with immediate pressures.Credit to James Pearce for The Athletic for
  
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• Manchester City vs Brighton & Hove Albion (Premier League): Match Preview, Team News, Head to Head, How to Watch 

  06-01-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester City vs Brighton & Hove Albion (Premier League): Match Preview, Team News, Head to Head, How to Watch Manchester City host Brighton & Hove Albion with the hope of returning back to winning ways after a tough 1-1 draw to Chelsea on Sunday. City’s first home game of the year ended in disappointment as Enzo Fernandez prodded the ball into the net in the 94th minute to cancel out Tijjani Reijnders first half strike, leaving the Blues six points away from Arsenal at the
  
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• Is 'safe hands' Leven a Dons contender?

  06-01-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  Aberdeen are in "safe hands" with Peter Leven, who will be keen to stake a claim for the manager's job on a permanent basis, says former Dons striker Lee Miller.Following Scottish Cup-winning manager Jimmy Thelin's sacking on Sunday, Leven begins his latest interim tenure in tonight's trip to face Rangers.Leven, 42, previously won six of his 12 games in caretaker charge in the first half of 2024."It'll be interesting to see who gets that job,"Miller told the BBC's Scottish Football Podcast."But
  
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• Report – Inter Milan & Besiktas Find Agreement For Unsettled Nerazzurri Wingback

  06-01-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report – Inter Milan & Besiktas Find Agreement For Unsettled Nerazzurri WingbackInter Milan and Besiktas have reportedly agreed on terms over the potential winter transfer of Luis Henrique.According to Turkish journalist Ertan Süzgün via FCInter1908, the Brazilian wingback could soon join Besiktas on loan.Luis Henrique has failed to live up to his €24 million price tag since joining the club from Marseille in the summer.Despite making eight consecutive starts toward the
  
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• Milan propose De Winter swap for Juventus defender Gatti

  06-01-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Milan propose De Winter swap for Juventus defender GattiMilan are continuing to explore options to reinforce their defence and are reportedly considering a swap deal involving Koni De Winter as they monitor Federico Gatti’s situation at Juventus.According to Tuttosport, via ilBianconero, Massimiliano Allegri has been a long-time admirer of the centre-back and would like to add him to his Rossoneri squad.Gatti has been sidelined since mid-November with a knee injury and is not expected back
  
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