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• Two absentees as Juventus internationals return to training

  07-10-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Two absentees as Juventus internationals return to trainingLuciano Spalletti had the majority of his squad back and available on Wednesday morning after the extra-long September-October international break, but is still waiting on two players to make their way back from their national team camps.Juventus back to work after September-October international breakJuventus had 11 players called up by their senior national teams for international duty over the last few weeks, namely Guglielmo Vicario
  
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• Key Barcelona superstar fit to start against Getafe after latest training update

  08-10-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Key Barcelona superstar fit to start against Getafe after latest training updateBarcelona have received a major boost ahead of Saturday’s meeting with Getafe, with Joan Garcia now fit and training with the team after spending almost three weeks on the sidelines.According to an update from Alex Pintanel, the goalkeeper has completed key parts of training both yesterday and today. Hence, after coming through the latest session without problems, Garcia is now in line to return to Hansi F
  
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• Euro giants want Liverpool legend, Andoni Iraola must make a decision

  08-10-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Euro giants want Liverpool legend, Andoni Iraola must make a decisionAndoni Iraola has got off to a decent start since being appointed as Liverpool's manager. The Spaniard took over from Arne Slot after the Dutchman failed to meet expectations in the 2025-26 season.During the 2026-27 summer transfer window, Iraola and Richard Hughes welcomed over £150 million worth of players through the Anfield doors and, while most have met expectations, some have failed to do so.However, this hasn't sto
  
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• Arsenal suffer more injuries during international break than any other Premier League side

  08-10-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal suffer more injuries during international break than any other Premier League side16 Arsenal players featured internationally, but the break once again proved unusually costly compared with the rest of the division.Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty ImagesAccording to The Times, Arsenal suffered more injuries on international duty than any other Premier League club during the extended break, with six players picking up or carrying problems while away from north London.16 Arsenal players featured
  
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• Andoni Iraola sweating over fitness of key Liverpool duo ahead of Man City clash

  08-10-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has cast doubt on the chances of Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo being fit to face Manchester City this weekend.The pair both returned home early from international duty with Sweden and the Netherlands with thigh and ankle problems respectively.Having inherited Hugo Ekitike’s long-term Achilles injury, Iraola could be without his two senior forwards for Sunday’s highly-anticipated clash, City’s first match since an independent commission found t
  
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• Amorim reveals the Manchester United lesson he has brought to Milan

  08-10-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amorim reveals the Manchester United lesson he has brought to MilanRuben Amorim says his time at Manchester United taught him how much weight every decision carries at a global club, and he believes his whole career has been leading him to Milan.With quotes via MilanNews24, the Portuguese coach was speaking to DAZN as the Rossoneri prepare to resume their Serie A campaign at Sassuolo. Nine matches in under a month lie ahead, three of them in the Europa League.Amorim took over in the summer after
  
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• Roma ponder Gittens on loan in January, Kvernadze in June

  08-10-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma ponder Gittens on loan in January, Kvernadze in JuneThe ankle injury, sustained in the Under-21s, doesn’t seem to be a concern. But Jamie Gittens’s starting spot with Chelsea remains a pipe dream, given that he’s played just 55 minutes in the cup competition so far without ever appearing in the Premier League. His entourage has already asked the London club for clarification, seriously considering a January transfer. Last summer, Roma made a strong attempt to complete
  
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• Scott McTominay returns to Napoli training after heart procedure

  08-10-2026 12:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scott McTominay has returned to training with Napoli for the first time since undergoing a heart procedure last month.The Scotland international, 29, received corrective ablation treatment in the Spire Manchester Hospital after being diagnosed with a mild, benign arrhythmia in September.The procedure was declared a success, with the midfielder prescribed a period of rest before rejoining the Serie A side. He had previously taken to Instagram to tell fans “See you soon Napoli, I won’t
  
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• Real Madrid rule out January exit for forgotten Real Madrid forward – Romano

  08-10-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid rule out January exit for forgotten Real Madrid forward – RomanoReal Madrid have made their position on Rodrygo’s future clear, with the club closing the door on a January departure as the Brazilian continues his recovery from a serious knee injury.According to Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid have informed the forward’s representatives that they will not consider loan proposals when the winter transfer window opens. The priority at this stage is now getting Rodryg
  
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• Barcelona captain continues to train separately from the squad ahead of Getafe clash

  08-10-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona captain continues to train separately from the squad ahead of Getafe clashEven as FC Barcelona ramp up their preparations for Saturday’s La Liga clash, there was no change in Raphinha’s situation during their penultimate training session before the return to action following the latest international break.Indeed, according to SPORT, the Brazilian remained in the gym and once again trained separately from the rest of the squad. He did not take part in Thursday’s group
  
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• Arsenal ready to make January push to finally wrap up dream signing

  08-10-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal ready to make January push to finally wrap up dream signingArsenal Revive Julian Alvarez Pursuit as Barcelona Doubt Opens January WindowArsenal are back in the frame for Julian Alvarez and, this time, there appears to be a more realistic opening. According to TeamTalk, the Gunners are preparing to revisit a move for the Atletico Madrid forward in January, with the landscape around the player shifting in a way that could materially strengthen their position.The key development is straight
  
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• Mourinho: “I gave my all to Roma and I was repaid with love.”

  08-10-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho: “I gave my all to Roma and I was repaid with love.”José Mourinho hasn’t forgotten Roma and its fans. The Special One gave a long interview to Il Corriere dello Sport and revisited his experience in the capital, which led him to win a Conference League title and play in the Europa League final, which he ultimately lost on penalties to Sevilla. On Wednesday, October 14th, at 9:00 PM, the Portuguese coach will return to the stadium that gave him so much love for t
  
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• Gary Lineker backs ‘deserving’ Harry Kane to win the Ballon d’Or

  08-10-2026 12:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A “deserving” Harry Kane has been backed by Gary Lineker to win the Ballon d’Or after he hailed the England captain as “phenomenal”.Kane matched Peter Shilton’s 125-cap England record against Czech Republic and scored twice in a 3-0 Nations League win at Wembley.Kane’s international tally now stands at 91, and he has struck eight times in as many appearances for England and Bayern Munich so far this season.It comes after the former Tottenham striker scor
  
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• Soule eyeing starting role in Como showdown

  08-10-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Soule eyeing starting role in Como showdownRoma is approaching their match against Como, scheduled for Sunday, October 11th, at 12:30 PM at the Sinigaglia Stadium. After the international break, Gian Piero Gasperini can finally count on an almost full squad to prepare for the trip to Fabregas’s side. Balerdi, Soulé, and Castro will return to the capital today after their international commitments. The three players will be the last Giallorossi players to return from international du
  
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• Ella Toone handed late England call-up for World Cup play-off after Sarina Wiegman snub

  08-10-2026 12:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone has been called up to the England squad for their forthcoming World Cup play-off games with Greece.The 27-year-old was originally left out of Sarina Wiegman’s 23-player squad which was announced last week but will now join up with the group following a minor injury to Lucy Bronze.Toone was omitted alongside fellow England regular Chloe Kelly and Wiegman later stated she “expected more” from the pair.Speaking at St George’s Park at t
  
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• How Brighton attract and develop the best young players ahead of their rivals

  08-10-2026 12:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brighton & Hove Albion sit third in the Premier League, with one of the highest-scoring teams in Europe.To the uninitiated it might seem logical that the Seagulls must have spent big, investing in players ready for the first team. Yet Brighton are, along with Everton, one of only two clubs to record a profit in transfer spending over the past five years.It is a team full of young players, testament to the club's data-led recruitment and development strategy.But how do they do it?"We have a r
  
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• 'Nothing impossible' as NI begin long road to Brazil

  08-10-2026 12:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Northern Ireland begin their World Cup play-off journey with a two-legged tie against Portugal [Getty Images]A World Cup staged in Brazil is the stuff of dreams for any footballer and the chance to experience that is on offer for Northern Ireland as they begin their play-off journey against Portugal with hope of securing a spot at next year's tournament.It will be a difficult ask for Michael McArdle's side, which has been hit by a spate of injuries and features five new faces, but there is a qui
  
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• New Arsenal signing withdraws from international duty with ‘knee problems’

  08-10-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New Arsenal signing withdraws from international duty with ‘knee problems’Selina Cerci has withdrawn from the Germany squad with a knee problem, providing a possible explanation for her limited involvement since joining Arsenal, and adding to the Gunners’ ever-growing injury list.Photo by Sarah Ray-Gain/Getty ImagesSelina Cerci has withdrawn from the Germany squad with “knee problems”, raising the possibility that the injury is behind her limited involvement since j
  
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• Pick of the stats: Sheffield United v Lincoln City

  08-10-2026 12:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chris Wilder will seek to avoid unwanted history as his Sheffield United side welcome Lincoln City to Bramall Lane on Saturday (15:00 BST).The Blades have won two of their opening eight Championship games to sit 18th, just four points above the relegation zone.Newly-promoted Lincoln are two points and six places better off and could climb into the top-six with a win, coupled with favourable results elsewhere.This is the first league meeting between Sheffield United and Lincoln City since the 198
  
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• Real Madrid youngster ‘says yes’ to January AC Milan loan; final decision up to club

  08-10-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid youngster ‘says yes’ to January AC Milan loan; final decision up to clubIn a major development, Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Endrick has given AC Milan an initial indication that he would be open to joining the Italian club on loan in January. The winter transfer window is still some way off and plenty could change before Christmas, but the Brazilian has made it clear that the Rossoneri would be among his preferred destinations if he is allowed to leav
  
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• Juventus team news: Alajbegovic back in training, Conceição and González latest

  08-10-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus team news: Alajbegovic back in training, Conceição and González latestKerim Alajbegovic is expected to be available for Juventus’ trip to Cagliari after returning from international duty with only a minor problem.According to TuttoMercatoWeb, the Bosnian forward missed his country’s final Nations League match against Poland with a physical issue and had further checks on Wednesday. He trained alone on Thursday morning, but the medical staff are not worri
  
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• Le Mans’ Adil Bourabaa sustains injury

  08-10-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Le Mans’ Adil Bourabaa sustains injuryAdil Bourabaa (21) has enjoyed an explosive start to the season, culminating in a maiden call-up to the Algeria national team, however, he now looks set for a period on the sidelines, as per a report from Foot Mercato. The Algerian already has three goals in Ligue 1, as well as two assists. He has helped his club, Le Mans FC, defy expectations in the opening weeks of the season. Patrick Videira’s side were heavily tipped for relegation, but curre
  
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• Pick of the stats: Middlesbrough v Wolverhampton Wanderers

  08-10-2026 12:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]We're back with a bang after the international break as Middlesbrough mark their 150th anniversary with the visit of Wolves to the Riverside (15:00 BST).Going into the weekend Boro sit third, a point ahead of Wolves, who have played one game fewer.Both sides have lost just once in the Championship this season, and, depending on West Ham's result on Friday night and Swansea's on Saturday lunchtime, could be in position to take over at the top of the table with a win on Teesside.This
  
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• Latest news, key details and what's next as Manchester City launch appeal against guilty verdict

  08-10-2026 12:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It was announced by the Premier League on September 29, 2026 that an independent commission had found Manchester City guilty of breaching over 100 Premier League regulations. That verdict found the club guilty of all charges related to "serious breaches" of the Premier League’s financial rules over a nine-season period from 2009-10 to 2017-18, and guilty of "the majority" of charges related to Man City's failure to cooperate with the league's investigation.A few days later (October 1, 2026
  
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• Afcon final to play out in court - when will Morocco or Senegal be crowned champions?

  08-10-2026 12:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sadio Mane was named best player at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after helping his team to what he thought at the time was a second title [AFP via Getty Images]Everyone knows a football match should take 90 minutes but, in its own way, the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) has been playing out for nearly nine months.Now, finally, one team or the other - either Morocco or Senegal - willl grab the winner. Only that moment of glory will come in a courtroom, not on the pitch.On Thurs
  
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• New Arsenal deal makes Arteta best paid Premier League manager

  08-10-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New Arsenal deal makes Arteta best paid Premier League managerArsenal have confirmed Arteta’s deal that is believed to run until 2030, while reports say the financial package makes him the division’s best-paid manager.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesMikel Arteta’s new Arsenal contract reportedly makes him the highest-paid manager in the Premier League, with his four-year deal believed to be worth more than £20 million a season, up from £12m.Arsenal confirmed
  
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• McTominay contract stand-off carries echoes of Napoli’s Kvaratskhelia saga

  08-10-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  McTominay contract stand-off carries echoes of Napoli’s Kvaratskhelia sagaScott McTominay’s contract situation at Napoli is starting to look uncomfortably familiar for fans of the Partenopei.According to Il Mattino, via TuttoNapoli, the Scotland midfielder has asked his representatives to reopen talks with the club over a new deal, but an agreement needs to be found quickly. If not, he could be tempted to listen to offers in January, with Real Madrid among the clubs to have sounded o
  
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• Pick of the stats: Swansea City v Norwich City

  08-10-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Swansea City could be off the top of the table by the time they meet Norwich City on Saturday (12:30 BST).A victory for West Ham over QPR on Friday night (20:00 BST) would send the Hammers to the summit at the expense of the Swans.Swansea City have won their past three home league matches against Norwich City since a 1-0 defeat in the 2022-23 season under Russell Martin.Norwich have won just one of their past seven league games against Swansea, a 5-1 home victory in January 2025.Swansea hav
  
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• London omitted as Super League clubs named for 2027

  08-10-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  All 14 Super League clubs will remain in the competition next season after the release of the yearly gradings - as second-tier treble winners London Broncos again miss out.Broncos won the Championship Grand Final, the 1895 Cup and were runaway champions in the regular-season standings.But, despite the backing of Australian businessman Grant Wechsel, former Brisbane Broncos star Darren Lockyer and a squad full of internationals, they only finished 16th in the gradings, below fellow Championship s
  
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• Andoni Iraola speaks on Liverpool’s clash with Manchester City

  08-10-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola speaks on Liverpool’s clash with Manchester CityAndoni Iraola Sets Out Liverpool Plan Ahead of Manchester City Test at AnfieldLiverpool have reached the first proper pause point of the season, and the timing matters. Seven competitive matches into Andoni Iraola’s tenure, there is enough evidence to start drawing conclusions, even if only provisional ones. Speaking to liverpoolfc.com, the Liverpool head coach offered a measured assessment of where his side are, what stil
  
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