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• Three takeaways from Real Madrid 2-1 Inter Milan

  09-09-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three takeaways from Real Madrid 2-1 Inter MilanThe festival called the UEFA Champions League returned to the Santiago Bernabeu last night as Los Blancos hosted Inter Milan in their very first game in the competition this season.Jose Mourinho had massive selection dilemmas in midfield, and eventually opted to start Trent Alexander-Arnold alongside Federico Valverde in the absence of Arda Guler, Bernardo Silva and Eduardo Camavinga.That experiment did not work out, and Real Madrid consistently lo
  
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• Fans vote to change Swansea crest from next season

  11-09-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Swansea City supporters have voted to alter the club's primary crest, opting to remove the text from the main badge starting from the 2027-28 season.The change will see the home shirt display a streamlined swan crest without the club's name, mirroring the design featured on the current away, third, and pre-season kits.Variants of this minimalist crest have been featured on Swansea City kits in various forms since 1998, but regulations state the primary badge must featur
  
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• Struggling McCann eyes quarter-final 'catalyst'

  11-09-2026 13:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kilmarnock, along with Falkirk, are one of two clubs to have a worse Premiership record than Aberdeen this season.The goalless stalemate McCann's men played out at Pittodrie last time out told the tale of two teams low on confidence, but the Ayrshire side were at least able to prevent their goals-conceded tally of 14 in five league games rising.The way in which Kilmarnock ended last term under McCann had many predicting they would be fighting it out in the top half this campaign - their form fro
  
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• Mikel Arteta responds to Gabriel Jesus criticism over Arsenal exit treatment

  11-09-2026 13:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikel Arteta has said he is "very surprised" by allegations from Gabriel Jesus that he was made to train away from the squad without explanation before leaving to join Barcelona.Jesus departed north London for the Spanish side on 1 September after four years with Arsenal. Speaking to SportyTV this week, the forward claimed that "out of nowhere they put me to train apart from the group", adding that "nobody told me nothing".The Arsenal manager pointed to Leandro Trossard attending last Sunday&rsq
  
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• Cody Gakpo injury update revealed before Liverpool face Fulham

  11-09-2026 13:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo is a doubt to face Fulham on Saturday but Andoni Iraola expects Bradley Barcola to be available to make his full Premier League debut following his late substitution against Atletico Madrid in midweek.Gakpo was close to leaving Liverpool in the summer but the 27-year-old has started the season in excellent form, assisting all three of Alexander Isak’s goals in the Premier League, including both in the 2-1 win at Ipswich last Friday. The Netherlands internationa
  
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• 🏟️ Where should the 2030 World Cup final be? Mou knows best

  11-09-2026 13:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🏟️ Where should the 2030 World Cup final be? Mou knows bestThe Bernabéu should host the grand final of the 2030 World Cup. That is how emphatic José Mourinho was when asked which venue should stage the decisive match of the tournament to be jointly hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco.The Portuguese coach wanted to draw a distinction between his personal wish and his footballing judgment. Laughing, he admitted his sentimental preference: "One thing is where it shoul
  
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• West Ham need to 'embrace the chaos'

  11-09-2026 13:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BBC Radio London's Phil Parry believes West Ham United need to "embrace the chaos" of the Championship as they begin to find their footing in the second tier.The Hammers failed to win any of their opening three league games but have now won three in a row as they prepare to host Wrexham on Friday (20:00 BST)."We have to remember West Ham have spent 14 years in the top flight and that the Premier League has developed during that time, so this has probably been a culture shock," Parry said."The fa
  
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• What is the Premier League's KMI Panel and how does it work?

  11-09-2026 13:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]The Premier League's Key Match Incident (KMI) Panel meets every week to dissect each major decision, from goals to penalties to red cards.The KMI Panel was created by Premier League clubs in 2022 to take performance stats out of the hands of the refereeing body.It is not intended to look at each incident like any fan or manager would. It takes into account the laws of the game and, crucially, how the Premier League expects its games to be refereed.That is why the list of errors wil
  
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• Massive talent in line to replace Lamine Camara on Liverpool shortlist

  11-09-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Massive talent in line to replace Lamine Camara on Liverpool shortlistLiverpool have a player lined up to replace Lamine Camara at the top of their winter shortlist. He's a major talent and one who could slot into the Reds' midfield.Lamine Camara has been heavily linked with a move to Liverpool. The Reds reportedly, per Ben Jacobs, contacted both the player and AS Monaco at the end of the transfer window to assure them of interest in 2027.And potentially for the full €70m asking price. That
  
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• Williams bids farewell to Ghana and will focus solely on Athletic

  11-09-2026 13:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Williams bids farewell to Ghana and will focus solely on AthleticIñaki Williams has made a radical decision regarding his professional career. The Athletic Club forward has officially announced his retirement from international football, meaning he will no longer wear the shirt of the senior Ghana national team.The Biscayan attacker made his position public through a statement shared on his social media. In his message, the footballer thanked the federation, his teammates and the fans of
  
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• Leicester City midfielder Pelgander signs new deal

  11-09-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leicester City midfielder Pelgander signs new dealLeicester City midfielder Emilia Pelgander has signed a new contract with the club.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Foxes this morning.The 22-year-old Swedish youth international has agreed to extend her contract at The King Power Stadium until summer 2028.Pelgander joined Leicester City from Swedish Elitettan club KIF Örebro DFF in early 2024. She has made 18 appearances for the East Midlan
  
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• Hansi Flick counting on Barcelona veteran after long road back from injury

  11-09-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick counting on Barcelona veteran after long road back from injuryAndreas Christensen produced one of the most important individual performances in Barcelona’s 5-1 victory over Feyenoord.While the attention understandably went elsewhere, the Danish centre-back completed the entire match, which is a major milestone for a player whose recent career has been repeatedly interrupted by injury.Now, according to SPORT, Hansi Flick is counting on Christensen as an important member of his s
  
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• Jakirovic named manager of the month for August

  11-09-2026 13:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull City boss Sergej Jakirovic has been named Premier League manager of the month for August.The Tigers remain unbeaten in the league after the opening three games of the season and sit third in the table with seven points. They are also the only team yet to concede a goal in the top flight. "I'm very happy and very proud," said Jakirovic to BBC Radio Humberside. "Being in company with all these great names and coaches is a great achievement for me. "To win this is like a dream - somebody wake
  
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• Revealed: Spalletti’s plan for Tottenham loanee Pape Sarr

  11-09-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Revealed: Spalletti’s plan for Tottenham loanee Pape SarrJuventus’s ongoing and seemingly midfield injury crisis could see Pape Sarr make his debut for the Old Lady sooner than Luciano Spalletti would have liked.The Senegal international arrived from Spurs with a hamstring strain and has just returned to training. As reported by Corriere dello Sport, Spalletti is considering whether to take him with the squad for the trip to Sassuolo as a bench option, with an eye on handing him his
  
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• Opposition manager calls Arsenal ‘the best team in Europe’

  11-09-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Opposition manager calls Arsenal ‘the best team in Europe’Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris has suggested Arsenal are the best team in Europe at the moment, ahead of his team’s game against the Gunners.Photo by George Wood/Getty ImagesArsenal travel away to Sunderland to play at the Stadium of Light on Saturday night, with another opportunity to improve on dropped points from last season.The Gunners have already turned last season’s defeat away to Aston Villa into a win, a
  
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• OGC Nice consider ‘joker’ move for Rennes’ Alidu Seidu

  11-09-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OGC Nice consider ‘joker’ move for Rennes’ Alidu SeiduOGC Nice are considering a move for Stade Rennais defender Alidu Seidu (26), according to a report from L’Équipe.Rules in France would permit the recruitment of the Ghana international, despite the closure of the transfer window in France on 1st September. Clubs are allowed to recruit a ‘joker’, should certain conditions be met. One of those conditions is a severe injury within the current squad. Ant
  
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• Juventus to field just one Italian player in the next game amid injury crisis

  11-09-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus to field just one Italian player in the next game amid injury crisisGuglielmo Vicario is expected to be the only Italian player in the Juventus XI on Sunday, when the Bianconeri visit Sassuolo in Serie A Round 4.Juventus are not expected to field any Italian outfield player in their upcoming Serie A match against Sassuolo.FROSINONE, ITALY – AUGUST 23: Luciano Spalletti head coach of FC Juventus looks dejected during the Serie A match between Frosinone Calcio and Juventus FC at Sta
  
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• Johnstone to start at Ibrox, Duran wide left - predicts Brown

  11-09-2026 12:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Celtic captain Scott Brown expects Sam Johnstone to start Sunday's League Cup quarter-final against Rangers and top scorer Camilo Duran to be used on the left wing.Former England goalkeeper Johnstone, 33, made his first start since arriving on loan from Wolves in Wednesday's 1-0 win at St Johnstone.Duran was rested in Perth, coming on as a late substitute after a run of three goals and two assists in three games when used as central striker in the absence of Kasper Hogh.Brown believes Joh
  
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• Newcastle strengthen position with Hall extension

  11-09-2026 12:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]This has been a busy summer at Newcastle - both in terms of ins and outs - but tying Lewis Hall down is a particularly significant move.It was just last month that Matthias Jaissle replied "no chance" when Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel informed him that his former side were looking at Hall.This deal further strengthens the club's position.It also rewards Hall for his development since he arrived from Chelsea as a raw left-back three years ago.Hall has worked on the defe
  
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• Vinicius has a point to prove against Rayo Vallecano after Real Madrid fans turn on him

  11-09-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vinicius has a point to prove against Rayo Vallecano after Real Madrid fans turn on himVinicius Jr. heads into Real Madrid’s meeting with Rayo Vallecano with something to prove after finding himself at the centre of an increasingly uncomfortable debate among the club’s supporters.The Brazilian was booed during the Champions League victory over Inter Milan, a reaction that looked harsh on the night given that he produced nine ball recoveries and arguably did more defensively than any
  
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• Teams need to adapt to fixture scheduling - Maresca

  11-09-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Enzo Maresca has won all three Premier League games as Manchester City manager this season [Getty Images]Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca says teams "need to adapt" to the fixture scheduling as his side head into Sunday's Premier League derby with two days extra rest over rivals Manchester United.City won 2-0 at Porto in the Champions League on Tuesday evening, with United thrashing Sabah 4-0 a full 48 hours later - meaning Michael Carrick's side have less recovery and preparation time than
  
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• Ligue 1 Predictions | Round 4: PSG head to Brest in search of first win, Strasbourg host Monaco

  11-09-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ligue 1 Predictions | Round 4: PSG head to Brest in search of first win, Strasbourg host MonacoGFFN editor-in-chief Luke Entwistle, and sub-editor Bastien Cheval face off in our Ligue 1 predictions competition, which returns for the 2026/27 campaign. This season, GFFN will also be hosting guests. It’s three points for a correct score, two points for a correct score difference, and one point for a correct result. Who will come out on top at
  
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• Journalist: Virgil van Dijk has held talks over his international football future

  11-09-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Virgil van Dijk has held talks over his international football futureVan Dijk awaits Netherlands call as Xavi weighs up captain’s roleVirgil van Dijk remains central to the conversation as the Netherlands prepare for their first squad announcement under Xavi. For Liverpool’s captain, the question is how his international ambitions fit into a new manager’s plans, with another European Championship already on the horizon.There is an obvious temptation to turn that dis
  
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• Will fan factor work for or against Rangers?

  11-09-2026 12:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How big a factor will the Ibrox crowd be in Sunday's Old Firm showdown?With no away fans in attendance, Rangers will be backed by 50,000 supporters in the League Cup last-eight tie against Celtic.But that could turn out to be a help or a hindrance.Speaking on the BBC's Scottish football podcast, Ewan Murray - The Guardian's Scottish football correspondent - explains: "The 50,000 Rangers fans element is interesting because Ibrox for a home player can be a difficult place to play when things are n
  
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• Concerns and refinement but Chelsea are much-improved

  11-09-2026 12:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Xabi Alonso left his last news conference in a subdued mood and wanting to conduct a "deeper analysis".That was despite Chelsea producing an impressive comeback to beat Leeds United 6-3 at Stamford Bridge in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday.It came after Alonso made four changes at half-time, introducing Cole Palmer, who scored twice, and Morgan Rogers, who provided four assists.There are now questions over whether the Blues' fringe players are close to the level of the club's establis
  
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• Williams keen for more goals after first Barrow win

  11-09-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MJ Williams scored his first goal in nearly two years against Sutton[Getty Images]Barrow captain MJ Williams says he is looking to add more goals to his game after notching his first in nearly two years as they beat Sutton United last Saturday.Williams got the opener in the 3-0 win which gave Bluebirds boss Adam Murray his first victory since taking over in the summer.The 30-year-old and his team-mates were relieved to be able to celebrate a first win of the campaign at the sixth time of asking
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur midfielder closing in on return from injury

  11-09-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur midfielder closing in on return from injuryTottenham Injury News: Mudryk Blow, Maddison Boost and Kulusevski Return TimelineTottenham head into the Everton game needing points and needing bodies. Roberto De Zerbi is still waiting for his first Premier League win of the season after defeats to Brentford and Newcastle, followed by a 0-0 draw with Nottingham Forest. That is the surface problem. Underneath it, Tottenham injuries are beginning to shape the early weeks of the campaig
  
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• Monaco’s Lamine Camara says he has ‘turned the page’ following aborted Chelsea move

  11-09-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Monaco’s Lamine Camara says he has ‘turned the page’ following aborted Chelsea moveLamine Camara (22) has said that he has “turned the page” following the breakdown of his move to Chelsea on transfer deadline day. The AS Monaco midfielder has also denied that he wanted to leave the Principality club over the summer.Camara also moved to Chelsea on deadline day. A deal was even struck between the Premier League side and Monaco. However, when it looked like Folarin Bal
  
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• Maresca on O'Reilly return, derby being 'different' for Foden and Fernandez

  11-09-2026 12:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League derby against Manchester United at Old Trafford (kick-off 16:30 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Nico O'Reilly is "100% available" but Jeremy Doku "needs a few more days" to return.Maresca said the Manchester derby is "important for different reasons" and is a "special" game in the city.He was asked if his side have an "advantage" given they have had two more days to rest than Unit
  
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• Nominee Gwengwe deserves credit, says Newport boss

  11-09-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Shaquille Gwengwe scored 38 minutes into his League Two debut against Rochdale.[Huw Evans Picture Agency]Newport County boss Hayden Mullins believes Shaquille Gwengwe's League Two player of the month nomination was a reward for his impressive adaptation to life in the English Football League (EFL).Gwengwe scored four goals in August after joining the Exiles from Southern League Premier South side Poole Town, where he hit 47 goals last season.The 25-year-old has been commended for taking the stee
  
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