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• Wayne Rooney names which two clubs he would like to manage next

  24-09-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wayne Rooney names which two clubs he would like to manage nextWayne Rooney Says Everton or Manchester United Are His Only Routes Back Into ManagementWayne Rooney has done four management jobs, and by his own admission that may be enough. The former England captain says he doubts he will return to the dugout, with only Everton or Manchester United carrying enough pull to change his mind.Rooney has been out of coaching since leaving Plymouth Argyle on New Year’s Eve in 2024. That spell ende
  
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• Nations League: Turkey vs. Italy – probable line-ups, where to watch on TV

  28-09-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nations League: Turkey vs. Italy – probable line-ups, where to watch on TVAlessandro Bastoni returns to the Italy XI and Matteo Ruggeri is expected to make his Azzurri debut as Roberto Mancini meets his former Sampdoria teammate Vincenzo Montella in a Nations League game against Turkey.It kicks off at 20:45 CET [19:45 BST] at the Atatürk Spor Kompleksi in Bursa, Turkey.BERGAMO, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 05: Alessandro Bastoni of Italy in action during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier m
  
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• You are the Scotland boss - what would you do?

  28-09-2026 09:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli takes charge of his first game at Hampden on Tuesday against Switzerland, live on the BBC, after an encouraging draw in his opening game away to Slovenia.The Belgian has eight uncapped players in his first squad with two of them - Robbie Ure and Stephen Welsh - making the starting XI in Ljubljana.Ben Gannon-Doak and Kieron Bowie were the only substitutes used as Scotland dominated the second half but could not find a way to break the deadlock
  
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• Lamine Yamal backs Barcelona youngster to become national team legend: ‘A very adaptable player’

  28-09-2026 09:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamine Yamal backs Barcelona youngster to become national team legend: ‘A very adaptable player’Lamine Yamal has already established himself as one of Barcelona and Spain’s most important players, and the teenage superstar is now backing another young talent to make his own mark at the club.As such, Yamal has spoken highly of Hamza Abdelkarim, the Egyptian striker who joined the Blaugrana setup earlier this year and has already offered glimpses of his goalscoring ability. 
  
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• Liverpool now have a strong chance of signing Real Madrid star, he wants to leave

  28-09-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool now have a strong chance of signing Real Madrid star, he wants to leaveLiverpool have been linked with a whole host of players over the last couple of years. The Anfield outfit have also confirmed plenty of transfers during this time but, it still feels like they could do with improving a few areas among their first-team squad.With this in mind, many different players have been linked with a switch and, even though nothing is close to being confirmed yet, the fact that the rumour mill
  
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• Real Madrid and Barcelona in transfer battle for Mexico jewel Gilberto Mora

  28-09-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid and Barcelona in transfer battle for Mexico jewel Gilberto MoraReal Madrid and Barcelona are interested in signing Mexico international Gilberto Mora.According to Spanish outlet AS, the two La Liga giants are among the clubs monitoring Mora’s development at Tijuana.The 17-year-old is widely regarded as one of the biggest midfield talents in the world.He recently scored his first goal for the Mexican national team, helping them secure a 1-1 draw with Colombia.Mora also impressed
  
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• Today’s Papers – Italy thrill, Turkey trap for Mancini

  28-09-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers – Italy thrill, Turkey trap for ManciniLa Gazzetta dello SportDisgrace: Casa Milan mural defacedInsult to BaresiCalcio thrillThe hottest days for the national team and FIGCMancini revolutionises Italy for the game against Turkey. Ten stay at home, including Barella. This time, he changes the defence and midfield. Relegation risk. The coach: ‘Give us time.’CONI to Ceferin: ‘No pressure.’Parma, Cuesta goes: Gilardino against Inter?Corriere dello S
  
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• Former Real Madrid star reveals incredible story behind his Santiago Bernabeu transfer: ‘I thought it was a lie’

  28-09-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Real Madrid star reveals incredible story behind his Santiago Bernabeu transfer: ‘I thought it was a lie’Savio Bortolini needed just one season at Real Madrid to experience one of the defining moments in the club’s modern history.The former Brazilian winger spent five seasons in Madrid and lifted the Champions League three times, but his first European triumph remains particularly special. Speaking to MARCA (h/t Mundo Deportivo), Savio looked back on his time at the
  
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• Three major issues Hansi Flick must solve at Barcelona after the international break

  28-09-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three major issues Hansi Flick must solve at Barcelona after the international breakBarcelona could hardly have asked for a better start to the season. Hansi Flick’s side have won all eight of their matches so far, heading into the first international break with a perfect record and a six-point advantage over Real Madrid.The results are only part of the story, as Barcelona’s performances have also suggested that Flick now has considerably more depth at his disposal than he did l
  
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• Late comeback ends Guernsey FC's winless run

  28-09-2026 09:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Guernsey FC had not won a game since 22 August [Fran Torode]Guernsey FC manager Tony Vance says his side’s remarkable late comeback at Lancing felt like winning "33 points".The Green Lions had been 2-0 down with 10 minutes left before turning their fortunes around to end a five-game winless run going back more than a monthThe win lifts Guernsey up to ninth in the Southern Combination Premier Division.“To go 2-2 after 2-0 down you almost want to say 'right okay we'll take that given t
  
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• France predicted XI v Belgium: Estéban Lepaul and Jérémy Jacquet to start as Zinédine Zidane rotates Les Bleus squad

  28-09-2026 09:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France predicted XI v Belgium: Estéban Lepaul and Jérémy Jacquet to start as Zinédine Zidane rotates Les Bleus squadFrance play Belgium away on Monday night for Matchday 2 of their 2026-2027 UEFA Nations League campaign. Zinédine Zidane’s Les Bleus will try to make it two wins out of two after last Friday’s invoncincing victory against Vincenzo Montella’s Türkiye. Meanwhile, the Red Devils intend to confirm their dominant 2-0 away win ove
  
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• Still no meeting between Roma and Lulli’s agent for player’s renewal

  28-09-2026 09:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Still no meeting between Roma and Lulli’s agent for player’s renewalIt took just a few weeks for Emanuele Lulli to convince Gian Piero Gasperini. Born in 2007, he started four of the five league games, displaying a unique personality for a player making his Serie A debut. His best quality has always been his running, his constant bursts of speed: a thorn in the side of opposing defenses. In short, a sensational start, perhaps even unexpected for Lulli, who was on the verge of moving
  
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• NI players relish Windsor return against Hungary

  28-09-2026 09:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  For the first time in 315 days, Northern Ireland are back in Belfast.Michael O'Neill's side welcome Hungary to Windsor Park for a Nations League Group B2 contest on Monday night, just 51 days shy of a year since a Jamie Donley penalty saw the side to a 1-0 win over Luxembourg in their previous home fixture.In the interim, they have played five times on their travels, a run that began with World Cup play-off defeat by Italy in Bergamo in March and concluded with victory over Georgia on Friday nig
  
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• 🥐 From Joao Félix reborn to a toothless Germany, Monday’s 5️⃣ stories

  28-09-2026 09:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐 From Joao Félix reborn to a toothless Germany, Monday’s 5️⃣ storiesUnder-20 World QueensSpain’s women’s Under-20 team claimed the world crown after beating North Korea in a dramatic penalty shootout (4-3) following a 0-0 draw in regulation time. Goalkeeper Laia López became the standout figure of the match by saving two decisive spot-kicks.The impact of the City trialThe sporting legal proceedings against Manchester City in England have revi
  
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• Real Madrid could take advantage of Manchester City uncertainty to target €220m-rated superstar

  28-09-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid could take advantage of Manchester City uncertainty to target €220m-rated superstarReal Madrid could find an unexpected opportunity in the uncertainty surrounding Manchester City, with Erling Haaland emerging as the name causing the biggest concern in England.According to MARCA, there is growing fear in English football that Real Madrid could attempt to take advantage of City’s difficult situation and explore a move for the Norwegian striker. At the same time, it is a
  
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• A frustrating start to the season has continued on international duty for a Manchester City full-back

  28-09-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A frustrating start to the season has continued on international duty for a Manchester City full-backUnfortunately, Rayan Ait-Nouri has found himself on the periphery of the Manchester City squad so far this season. The Algerian international has only made two appearances in all competitions. His only start for Enzo Maresca’s side was in their 5-0 Carabao Cup third-round tie win over Norwich City. Despite not playing regularly for City this season, Rayan Ait-Nouri was called up to the Alge
  
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• Makhanya price tag soars after Rangers move - gossip

  28-09-2026 09:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Massive jump in value for Rangers summer signing as Celtic midfielder says team still recovering from Champions League exit...New data from the CIES Football Observatory suggests Olwethu Makhanya is valued at £12m, a few months after Rangers paid £3m to sign the South Africa defender from Philadelphia Union. (Football Insider)Scott McTominay is "a top player who can play in many positions", replies new Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli when asked where the Napoli star, recoveri
  
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• Barcelona extremely attentive to free agent market; two full-backs make the shortlist

  28-09-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona extremely attentive to free agent market; two full-backs make the shortlistBarcelona are already looking ahead to next summer and have started keeping a close eye on the full-back market, with two experienced left-backs emerging as potential options.According to SPORT, RB Leipzig captain David Raum and Crystal Palace defender Tyrick Mitchell are among the players being monitored by the Catalan club. Notably, both are under contract until 2027, so their situations could become inte
  
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• Liverpool star’s international injury hoped to be minor

  28-09-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star’s international injury hoped to be minorAlexander Isak Injury Update: Liverpool Striker Suffers Frustrating Sweden SetbackAlexander Isak has picked up a thigh issue on international duty, with Sweden boss Graham Potter confirming the Liverpool forward will miss the rest of the camp.That matters because Isak has started the season well and looked sharp again in Sweden’s 2-1 win over Romania, where he opened the scoring. There had been initial attention on a toe problem
  
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• Report: La Liga giants eyeing move for Chelsea star

  28-09-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: La Liga giants eyeing move for Chelsea starChelsea Future in Focus as Barcelona Monitor Estevao SituationBarcelona are watching developments around Estevao at Chelsea with increasing attention, according to Sport, as the young Brazil international navigates a difficult start to the season under Xabi Alonso.The 19-year-old forward has found opportunities limited in the opening weeks of the campaign. Across Chelsea’s first five Premier League matches, he has played only 23 minutes, w
  
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• 🗞️ The queens of the world are Spanish too, Monday's front pages

  28-09-2026 08:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗞️ The queens of the world are Spanish too, Monday's front pagesWomen’s football once again lifts Spanish sport to the very top on a Monday marked by international glory and the standout names of the senior national team and LaLiga clubs.The sports front pages this 28 September celebrate Spain’s second Under-20 World Cup title, the unstoppable impact of Lamine Yamal, and the tactical moves in boardrooms and dugouts.Women’s football World Cup successThe feat achie
  
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• Real Madrid injury update: Key duo could return in time for Villarreal clash just after international break

  28-09-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid injury update: Key duo could return in time for Villarreal clash just after international breakReal Madrid have received a welcome boost on the injury front, with Kylian Mbappe and Ibrahima Konate both expected to recover in time for the club’s return to action against Villarreal.According to COPE, the French duo is being given recovery periods of between 10 and 15 days, which puts both players in contention for the October 10 fixture, although their availability from the start
  
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• Liverpool have chance to steal 'fantastic' star from Real Madrid

  28-09-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool have chance to steal 'fantastic' star from Real MadridAndoni Iraola may only be a few months into his role as Liverpool's manager but, he's already doing a fairly impressive job. The Spaniard's team are still unbeaten across all competitions and, even though we're in an international break at the moment, his impact has been made clear.Even just the fact that he's including some of Liverpool's youngsters as a regular part of his first-team squad is a massive step in the right direction.
  
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• Barcelona could benefit from Manchester City’s uncertainty over American wonderkid’s transfer

  28-09-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona could benefit from Manchester City’s uncertainty over American wonderkid’s transferManchester City’s ongoing problems could have an unexpected consequence in the transfer market, with Barcelona potentially handed an opening in the race for one of America’s most highly rated young talents.The player in question is Cavan Sullivan, who has been linked with City for some time after the Philadelphia Union midfielder emerged as a teenage sensation in MLS. However
  
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• Playing in a new role is helping a Manchester City youngster grow while out on loan

  28-09-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Playing in a new role is helping a Manchester City youngster grow while out on loanDivine Mukasa has so far shown what he is capable of during his loan spell at West Ham. Manchester City sent Mukasa out on loan to his boyhood club for the 2026-27 season.  Mukasa has made nine appearances in all competitions for the Hammers and has scored two goals so far this season. The young playmaker has shown his talent, and also another side to his game. West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo has utilise
  
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• Lamine Yamal’s Ballon d’Or case: Why he has every reason to dream

  28-09-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamine Yamal’s Ballon d’Or case: Why he has every reason to dreamLamine Yamal may have played his way into another level of the Ballon d’Or debate.The Barcelona winger was at the heart of Spain’s 3-2 Nations League victory over England at Wembley, scoring and repeatedly causing problems for one of Europe’s strongest international sides. Indeed, the match will not count towards the 2025-26 Ballon d’Or voting, which closes today, but it offered a useful rem
  
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• Former Real Madrid and Brazil winger backs Vinicius Jr. amid poor form: ‘Very complicated’

  28-09-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Real Madrid and Brazil winger backs Vinicius Jr. amid poor form: ‘Very complicated’One of the biggest takeaways from Real Madrid’s opening stage of the season so far has been the struggle of Vinicius Jr. who has looked like a shadow of his former self for a long time.Kylian Mbappe appears to have directly hit the star’s ability to create chances and importance in the team, for the Frenchman often drifts into the same areas that Vinicius thrives in.As a result of th
  
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• Roma to activate Balerdi’s buy option

  28-09-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma to activate Balerdi’s buy optionThree appearances against Atalanta, Torino, and Inter have already been enough to leave a strong impression. Leonardo Balerdi arrived at Roma on loan from Marseille, but everything suggests his experience with the Giallorossi will last well beyond this season. Roma had already pursued him last season, but the €30 million Marseille were asking for proved a daunting prospect. Then the French club’s situation changed, and an opportunity arose at
  
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• Is Premier League possession football on way out?

  28-09-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]In the early 2000s, Premier League defences tried to make the pitch as small as possible, giving their opposition less space to score in.Coaches therefore encouraged their attackers to play quickly, taking advantage of open space that saw them face fewer defenders.Logically, this made total sense.It was Pep Guardiola's influence that, in part, flipped this logic on its head over the last decade.His Manchester City sides looked to force teams back into a compact defence, a challenge
  
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• 🎥 Another record beckons! Messi with an absolute dream free-kick

  28-09-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Another record beckons! Messi with an absolute dream free-kickHe just can’t help himself. Even at 39, Lionel Messi continues to show flashes of his world-class brilliance. During the night, La Pulga scored a stunning free kick for Inter Miami against Columbus Crew (1:2) and is now closing in on another record.With 76 direct free kicks converted, Messi now needs just three more to surpass Marcelinho Carioca’s world record.Will he do it? After all, we are talking about the GO
  
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