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• VfB Stuttgart reach full agreement with Wolfsburg over Dzenan Pejcinovic transfer

  09-08-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  VfB Stuttgart reach full agreement with Wolfsburg over Dzenan Pejcinovic transferKicker reports that VfB Stuttgart are finally on the verge of completing the signing of Wolfsburg striker Dženan Pejčinović after the two German clubs reached an agreement on a €25m transfer. Wolfsburg sporting managing director Dieter Hecking confirmed after Saturday evening’s 0-0 draw with Kaiserslautern that the relegated Bundesliga club had agreed terms with another team over the 21-yea
  
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• Athletic-Sevilla XIs: no Nico Williams or Laporte, Robbie Ure in!

  22-08-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Athletic-Sevilla XIs: no Nico Williams or Laporte, Robbie Ure in!Athletic Club kick off their 2026/2027 league campaign, and they do so against a Sevilla side coming off a last-minute win over Rayo Vallecano on Matchday 1.
  ATHLETIC CLUB XIThe main changes in the lineup are Paredes replacing Laporte, Peio Canales partnering Gere in the double pivot instead of De Galarreta and Jauregizar, and Nico Williams starting on the bench.SEVILLA XIFor Sevilla, after Matchday 1, Andrés Castrín,
  
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• Report: Liverpool midfielder on the verge of summer exit

  22-08-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool midfielder on the verge of summer exitStefan Bajcetic to Celta Vigo: Liverpool Exit Nears as Contract Termination Talks AdvanceLiverpool’s summer reshaping of the midfield may not be over. Following the confirmed sale of Curtis Jones to Inter Milan for a fee that could rise to £30 million, attention is now turning to Stefan Bajcetic, with Faro de Vigo reporting that a return to Celta Vigo is moving closer.The 21-year-old has long been viewed as a player of high tech
  
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• Hull stun Man Utd in dream Premier League return

  22-08-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier LeagueHull City 2 - 0 Manchester United FTNobel Mendy was a summer signing from Rayo Vallecano for a record fee of more than £20m [Getty Images]Hull City stunned Manchester United on a dream return to the Premier League after nine years away with a first ever top-flight win against their shell-shocked visitors.United came into the season high on confidence after their end to the 2025-26 campaign under Michael Carrick, where they finished third to qualify for the Champions League, a
  
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• Gasperini holds first press conference of 2026/27: “We want players who want to play for Roma.”

  22-08-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini holds first press conference of 2026/27: “We want players who want to play for Roma.”The wait is over; in two days, Roma will take to the field at the Olimpico. The Giallorossi’s first opponent of the season will be Fiorentina, who have undergone a revamped squad. On the eve of the match against the Lilies, Gian Piero Gasperini held his first press conference of the season. In addition to the match presentation, the coach also addressed the transfer market. The coach
  
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• Analysis: Tigers show tenacity and talent

  22-08-2026 15:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Since Hull were relegated from the Premier League in 2017, they have been down to League One and back before beating Middlesbrough 1-0 in the Championship play-off final to seal promotion last season.Their team was a mix of EFL stalwarts and new signings - with Senegal defender Mendy, Greece goalkeeper Tzolakis and Swedish winger Elliot Stroud making their debuts.That combination was best highlighted by the second goal in the 38th minute.Slater, who joined the club initially on loan from Sheffie
  
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• Ajayi is rock at the back as Hull stun Man Utd - player ratings

  22-08-2026 15:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United's Harry Maguire and Hull's Elliot Stroud clash at the MKM Stadium [Getty Images]Newly-promoted Hull City stunned Manchester United on their return to the Premier League with two first-half goals giving them victory.Here are my player ratings and you can also see how you scored them at the bottom of the page.What do BBC Sport's player ratings mean?Hull City starting XIKonstantinos Tzolakis: Excellent one-handed save to turn away Mbeumo's angled drive, commanding when he came for
  
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• Roma finalizing deal for Oosterwolde, talks in final stages

  22-08-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma finalizing deal for Oosterwolde, talks in final stagesRoma has identified Jayden Oosterwolde as the perfect defensive reinforcement. Trigoria likes the 2001-born player for his versatility: he can play both as a defensive midfielder and as a defensive midfielder. The Dutchman had been in the market since January, and the Giallorossi are now close to finalizing the deal. As reported by Fabrizio Romano, negotiations with Fenerbahçe are entering the final stages. The two clubs have reac
  
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• Maguire Gets 7, Dorgu With 5 | Manchester United Players Rated In Poor Loss Vs Hull City

  22-08-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Maguire Gets 7, Dorgu With 5 | Manchester United Players Rated In Poor Loss Vs Hull CityManchester United faced off against Hull City at the MKM Stadium earlier today as they hoped to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Red Devils made a slow start to the game and conceded the opening goal in the 17th minute when Semi Ajayi found the back of the net. Nobel Mendy doubled his team’s lead in the 38th minute as Man United went into the half-time break 2-0 down on the sc
  
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• 📵 What if it catches on?! Boca unveil anti-TikTok rule at Bombonera

  22-08-2026 15:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📵 What if it catches on?! Boca unveil anti-TikTok rule at BomboneraBoca Juniors has created an "ANTI-TIKTOK" rule for club members at La Bombonera. The news released on Friday (21) has been causing quite a stir.The Argentine giant changed its regulations and has now determined that it is forbidden to "create content for social media and make broadcasts.""The club may authorize certain situations on an exceptional basis," adds article 7 of the statute.Supporters who fail to comply with th
  
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• Manchester United shocked by newly promoted Hull City on opening day

  22-08-2026 15:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United conceded two goals from set pieces and were beaten 2-0 by newly promoted Hull City as the 2026-27 Premier League season kicked off on Saturday. LIVE BLOG UPDATES — Hull 2-0 Man UnitedSemi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy scored the goals for Hull, who made their return to the top flight for the first time since 2017. Not the start that Michael Carrick, now in charge on a permanent basis, wanted. The Red Devils were on the front foot and played some pretty possession football to star
  
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• 🚨 Man United stung by a promoted side, nightmare start!

  22-08-2026 15:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Man United stung by a promoted side, nightmare start!It’s only the second match of the 2026-27 Premier League season, and we already have one of the biggest upsets of the campaign: Manchester United brought down by newly promoted Hull City… by a two-goal margin!Manchester United conceded both goals in the first half, scored by Hull’s two centre-backs: Nigeria’s Semi Ajayi (17th minute) and new Senegalese signing Nobel Mendy (38th). Final score: 2-0. It is the T
  
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• WSL: New signing Géraldine Reuteler says it’s a ‘privilege’ to play for Arsenal

  22-08-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WSL: New signing Géraldine Reuteler says it’s a ‘privilege’ to play for ArsenalAhead of the 2026/27 WSL season getting underway, Géraldine Reuteler spoke exclusively to Her Football Hub at Arsenal’s media day to discuss her decision to leave Germany, dreams of playing at the Emirates Stadium, and what she enjoys getting up to in her free time. Arsenal announced the singing of their new recruit in early July after heavy speculation last summer. Following the
  
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• Report: Tottenham Hotspur have agreed terms ahead of £140m raid

  22-08-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Tottenham Hotspur have agreed terms ahead of £140m raidTottenham Close In on Omar Marmoush and Savinho as £140m Manchester City Double Deal NearsTottenham Hotspur are moving towards one of the most eye-catching transfer plays of the summer, with Omar Marmoush having agreed terms on a five-year contract and Savinho also set to join as part of a proposed £140m move from Manchester City. According to TeamTalk, there is now increasing belief inside the process that both dea
  
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• Young La Liga sensation picks Real Madrid amid interest from Barcelona, Atletico Madrid

  22-08-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Young La Liga sensation picks Real Madrid amid interest from Barcelona, Atletico MadridThere is no doubt that Real Madrid have had a very exciting summer transfer window, with the addition of up to six new players, and also the return of Jose Mourinho as the team’s head coach. However, one aspect that might leave some of the fans not fully satisfied is the lack of reinforcements in the midfield.The Merengues have signed a highly experienced and reliable midfielder in Bernardo Silva, but as
  
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• Report Rowe targeted by Atalanta, but €30m offer rejected

  22-08-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Rowe targeted by Atalanta, but €30m offer rejectedAtalanta have offered €30m to Bologna for Jonathan Rowe, claim Sky Sport Italia, but the proposal was rejected after Aston Villa interest.La Dea realised after the 0-0 first leg Conference League play-off draw with Hapoel Tel-Aviv that they need reinforcements for new coach Maurizio Sarri.They already announced one new arrival today, securing Eljif Elmas on loan with option to buy from RB Leipzig.Atalanta turn to RoweNAPLES, ITAL
  
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• Michael Carrick reaction: What did Manchester United boss say after shock defeat at Hull City?

  22-08-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United manager Michael Carrick shared his reaction to their shock defeat at new boys Hull City in their opening game of the new season, and he clearly wasn't happy. This is not the way United planned to start their new campaign, as Hull are huge underdogs and tipped by many to suffer instant relegation. But Man United were poor throughout this game and Hull were deserved winners as they went 2-0 up in the first half and never looked likely to give up that lead. It has been 52 years si
  
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• Michael Carrick reaction: Manchester United boss 'bitterly disappointed' after shock defeat at Hull City

  22-08-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United manager Michael Carrick shared his reaction to their shock defeat at new boys Hull City in their opening game of the new season, and he clearly wasn't happy. This is not the way United planned to start their new campaign, as Hull are huge underdogs and tipped by many to suffer instant relegation. But Man United were poor throughout this game and Hull were deserved winners as they went 2-0 up in the first half and never looked likely to give up that lead. It has been 52 years si
  
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• Hull stun Man Utd in opener - Hull v Man Utd player ratings

  22-08-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United's Harry Maguire and Hull's Elliot Stroud clash at the MKM Stadium [Getty Images]Newly-promoted Hull City stunned Manchester United on their return to the Premier League with two first-half goals giving them victory.Here are my player ratings and you can also see how you scored them at the bottom of the page.What do BBC Sport's player ratings mean?Hull City starting XIKonstantinos Tzolakis: Excellent one-handed save to turn away Mbeumo's angled drive, commanding when he came for
  
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• Former Arsenal youngster helps Hull shock Man United

  22-08-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Arsenal youngster helps Hull shock Man UnitedSemi Ajayi scored against Manchester United as Hull claimed a famous opening-day victory, completing another remarkable chapter in the former Gunner’s career.Photo by George Wood/Getty ImagesSemi Ajayi enjoyed a memorable Premier League return as the former Arsenal youngster helped Hull City stun Manchester United with a 2-0 victory, scoring the opening goal in what is sure to be the weekend’s biggest upset.Hull, given little chance
  
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• Live: Inter vs. Monza post-match reaction, latest Serie A Round 1 team news

  22-08-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Live: Inter vs. Monza post-match reaction, latest Serie A Round 1 team newsFootball Italia will bring you post-match reaction from San Siro after Inter’s clash with Monza, along with the latest team news ahead of the other Serie A fixtures in Round 1; you can also join us live on YouTube with your questions and messages.A new Serie A season is finally here: the 2026-27 campaign begins today with Inter-Monza, Udinese-Como, Parma-Cagliari and Genoa-Napoli.Serie A 2026-27 reaction live on Foo
  
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• Gasperini: ‘Roma need two more to complete squad, had to be creative’

  22-08-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini: ‘Roma need two more to complete squad, had to be creative’Gian Piero Gasperini warns Roma ‘still need two players to complete the squad’ ahead of the season opener with Fiorentina, but admits FFP rules forced them to get ‘creative’ on the market.It kicks off at the Stadio Olimpico on Monday at 19.45 UK time (20.45 CEST).The Giallorossi have had a tense summer after ending their seven-year absence from the Champions League, as budget constraints saw
  
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• Sky: Atalanta hold talks with Noa Lang’s agent in Zingonia over Napoli exit

  22-08-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sky: Atalanta hold talks with Noa Lang’s agent in Zingonia over Napoli exitSerie A side Atalanta meet with Napoli man Noa Lang’s entourage to discuss a possible transfer this summer. According to a report by Sky Italia via Calcio Napoli 24, Noa Lang’s agent, Ali Barat, met with representatives from Atalanta today at their training ground in Zingonia in hopes of securing a possible verbal agreement on personal terms. Napoli have not yet provided the ‘green light’ to
  
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• Exclusive | Marseille pushing to sign Standard Liège’s Matthieu Epolo

  22-08-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Exclusive | Marseille pushing to sign Standard Liège’s Matthieu EpoloOlympique de Marseille are pushing to sign Standard Liege goalkeeper Matthieu Epolo (21), Get French Football News understands. The Ligue 1 club remain, however, in a position of having to sell before they buy. They aren’t the only party interested in the DR Congo international. Another Ligue 1 club and a Premier League side in the market for a No.2 goalkeeper have also made enquiries.OM’s transfer wind
  
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• Exclusive | AZ Alkmaar’s Isak Jensen set for medical ahead of FC Lorient loan

  22-08-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Exclusive | AZ Alkmaar’s Isak Jensen set for medical ahead of FC Lorient loanAZ Alkmaar winger Isak Jensen (23) is set to make a loan move to FC Lorient, Get French Football News understands. The Denmark youth international is set to undergo a medical in Brittany ahead of the impending move.Jensen, who joined AZ Alkmaar back in 2024, has made 55 appearances for the Dutch club. In that time, he has scored seven goals and registered eight assists. He is now set for a move away.Le H
  
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• Arsenal captain gives latest on his fitness situation

  22-08-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal captain gives latest on his fitness situationArsenal captain Martin Odegaard believes he’s now back to 100% after his injury-disrupted 2025/26 campaign.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesMartin Odegaard has made a strong start to 2026/27, scoring in the Community Shield against Manchester City before adding another goal in Arsenal’s Premier League opener against Coventry City.More than the goals, the midfielder’s individual displays have helped Arsenal to put in a
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona 20-year-old starlet joins French second-division club

  22-08-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona 20-year-old starlet joins French second-division clubDavid Oduro will not continue at FC Barcelona. The Barça Atletic left-back, who joined the club two years ago and had a contract until 2027, will continue his career with Annecy in France’s second division. The Haute-Savoie club announced his arrival on Saturday.Oduro was one of the players Barça signed from Africa, alongside Aziz Issah and Ibrahim Diarra. His first season was disrupted by bureaucratic
  
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• “Very excited” – Liverpool star previews Newcastle United clash

  22-08-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “Very excited” – Liverpool star previews Newcastle United clashMilos Kerkez previews Newcastle opener as Liverpool embrace Andoni Iraola systemLiverpool’s first Premier League assignment of the 2026-27 season arrives with a proper edge to it, away at St James’ Park, against a Newcastle side playing in front of one of the loudest home crowds in the country. There are easier ways to begin, and that is precisely why Milos Kerkez’s thoughts on the fixture carry a
  
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• Lionel Messi fined for striking opponent during MLS match

  22-08-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lionel Messi fined for striking opponent during MLS matchInter Miami star Lionel Messi has been fined by Major League Soccer (MLS) for slapping Quinn Sullivan during Wednesday’s 2-2 draw with Philadelphia Union. Footage on social media showed the two players exchanging words near the halfway line towards the end of the match. Messi struck Sullivan around the back of the head, sparking an angry reaction from the Philadelphia star. Referee Filip Dujic then stepped in to prevent fur
  
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• Dumfries highlights the quality of the Real Madrid locker room: ‘Everyone’s at the highest level’

  22-08-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dumfries highlights the quality of the Real Madrid locker room: ‘Everyone’s at the highest level’Real Madrid continued to present their summer signings this week in low-key ceremonies with only club president Florentino Perez, honorary president Pirri, and the players’ families attending the events.After manager Jose Mourinho, the Merengues have presented three of their six new signings, with Denzel Dumfries being the latest one, having taken part in the official ceremony
  
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