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• Well-travelled Binks eager to make mark for Scotland

  22-09-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Every footballer has a story, but not many are quite as trippy as the one Luis Binks tells while sitting among the palm trees of La Manga, Scotland's training headquarters for a few days this week.At 25, the Brondby centre-half and captain is pushing hard for a Scotland debut against Slovenia on Saturday, a spot in the heart of Sebastien Pocognoli's defence having opened up since Grant Hanley and John Souttar were jettisoned once the Belgian took over from Steve Clarke.Binks, with a grandparent
  
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• Inter and Juventus monitor Dortmund’s Samuele Inacio

  22-09-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter and Juventus monitor Dortmund’s Samuele InacioBorussia Dortmund’s Samuele Inacio has never played in Serie A at a first-team level but his stock is now clearly on the rise. He is attracting interest from two of Italy’s top names in Juventus and Inter.The youngster got called up to the Italy national team for their upcoming games against Belgium, Turkey and France. He has always been around the setup and his game time has Dortmund has now helped.Tuttomercatoweb report that
  
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• Carsley urges patience over Dowman and England

  22-09-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Max Dowman made his Arsenal debut against Leeds at the start of last season [Getty Images]England Under-21 manager Lee Carsley admits it is inevitable Max Dowman will progress into his squad but is eager not to rush the Arsenal teenager's international elevation.The 16-year-old has been called into the England Under-19s this month as Carsley resists the temptation to select him in his squad.Dowman scored twice in the Gunners' 4-2 Carabao Cup win at Ipswich and came off the bench in Saturday's de
  
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• 😤 Deplorable, Madrid hit out at Castaño over RMTV-Gara comparison

  22-09-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😤 Deplorable, Madrid hit out at Castaño over RMTV-Gara comparisonReal Madrid has issued a new statement describing as “absolutely deplorable and unacceptable” the comparison made by Cope journalist Juanma Castaño between Real Madrid TV and the newspaper Gara in an article published this Tuesday in ABC.The club believes that equating its official outlet with a newspaper historically linked to ETA “crosses every line.” Real Madrid reserves the right to
  
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• Report: Liverpool make Florian Wirtz decision amid Bayern Munich interest

  22-09-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool make Florian Wirtz decision amid Bayern Munich interestFlorian Wirtz, Bayern Munich Interest and Liverpool’s Clear Transfer StanceLiverpool have made an early and firm decision on Florian Wirtz, with no appetite inside Anfield for a quick sale despite fresh Bayern Munich interest. According to TeamTalk, the club remain committed to helping the Germany international unlock the level that persuaded them to invest £116 million in the first place.The situation is straig
  
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• Nations League 'a great opportunity' for NI - Ballard

  22-09-2026 18:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Northern Ireland defender Dan Ballard said the squad have "a lot of talent and hunger" as they prepare for their tough Nations League quadruple-header.Ballard is back on the international stage after missing April's World Cup play-off semi-final defeat by Italy and June's friendlies against Guinea and France due to a hamstring injury. The 27-year-old has impressed for Sunderland this campaign and, after a frustrating spell on the sidelines, is excited for the chance to pull on a green shirt agai
  
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• Wirtz, Ronaldo, Alexander-Arnold: Which players have a point to prove during the international break?

  22-09-2026 18:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A new cycle for international football begins with the Nations League over the next three weeks as many teams enter a new era under fresh leadership.Jurgen Klopp’s comeback is the leading story of the international break as he returns to the dugout for the first time in two years, hoping to rebuild Germany after their calamitous World Cup exit to Paraguay in the last-32.Klopp’s maiden outing will be against Germany’s storied rivals the Netherlands, who themselves have a new fig
  
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• Man United star withdraws from international duty in fresh injury setback

  22-09-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man United star withdraws from international duty in fresh injury setbackBenjamin Sesko Injury Blow for Manchester United After Slovenia WithdrawalManchester United have another problem to manage, and this one matters. Benjamin Sesko has withdrawn from the Slovenia squad after suffering a fresh setback with the shin injury that has been troubling him since last season.For club and country, the timing is poor. Slovenia have Nations League games against Scotland, North Macedonia and Switzerland co
  
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• 'We deserve to win something - this could be the year'

  22-09-2026 18:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on what Brighton can achieve this season after the Seagulls beat Arsenal 3-0 to climb up to third in the Premier League, with 10 points from their opening five matches.Here are some of your comments:Steve: Obviously we need to stay grounded but if we can have a season not being a feeder club we could achieve something amazing and then we can attract the established big names to keep us fighting for the top six year after year. We deserve to win somethin
  
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• 'Carrick is going to be gone by Christmas'

  22-09-2026 18:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]The co-host of the Devil's Advocate podcast, Gaz Drinkwater, believes the "writing is on the wall" for Michael Carrick and that the former Manchester United midfielder will be sacked by Christmas.After five league matches, United sit 12th in the table on five points - their joint-worst return at this stage of a Premier League season. A late Matheus Cunha equaliser helped spare Carrick's blushes against Fulham and avoided United going into the long international break on the back of
  
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• Mikel Arteta agrees new Arsenal deal

  22-09-2026 18:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikel Arteta agrees new Arsenal dealMikel Arteta has agreed a new contract with Arsenal, committing his future to the club after leading them to their first Premier League title in 22 years, according to The Athletic.The Spanish tactician’s deal was due to expire in summer 2027, after he signed his last extension in September 2024.However, his improved terms will now keep him at the Emirates beyond that point, with members of his backroom staff also expected to get new contracts.Arteta has
  
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• Kylian Mbappé absent from France training

  22-09-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappé absent from France trainingKylian Mbappé (27) was absent from France’s training session on Tuesday, as per a report from L’Équipe. Mbappé is the only one of France’s 23-man squad not to train at Clairefontaine today. The Real Madrid forward was present on Monday in what was Zinédine Zidane’s first training session as manager of Les Bleus. L’Équipe understands that the France captain is suffering with cold-like
  
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• Real Madrid call for Javier Tebas dismissal after latest comments

  22-09-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid call for Javier Tebas dismissal after latest commentsReal Madrid have called for Javier Tebas to be removed as La Liga president after launching a furious response to his latest criticism of the club.Tebas was against Real Madrid’s complaints about refereeing after their Madrid derby defeat, dismissing the club’s concerns and questioning the continued focus on officiating.The La Liga president also appeared to take a swipe at Real Madrid TV, calling it ‘regime telev
  
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• Five biggest UEFA Nations League matches to watch this international break

  22-09-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Five biggest UEFA Nations League matches to watch this international breakThe 2026/27 UEFA Nations League starts on Thursday, with several big matches lined up across the first four matchdays.Read on as we look at five big matches you should watch out for.Netherlands vs Germany – September 24The Netherlands, under new head coach Xavi Hernandez, take on Jurgen Klopp’s new-look Germany side on Thursday.The Die Mannschaft hold the better head-to-head record, winning 18, losing 12 and dr
  
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• Fortune of R$110bn! Meet the world's 'richest' player

  22-09-2026 18:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fortune of R$110bn! Meet the world's 'richest' playerImagine having a fortune of R$ 110 billion and still looking for a job?Well, that is the reality of Faiq Bolkiah, regarded as the richest football player in the world, who is a free agent at 28.After his contract with Ratchaburi, in Thailand’s top division, came to an end, the forward is now looking for a new team to continue his career.Born in Los Angeles and raised between Brunei and England, Faiq came through the youth ranks of tradit
  
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• Tresoldi confirms when he will decide on Italy or Germany allegiance: ‘50:50’

  22-09-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tresoldi confirms when he will decide on Italy or Germany allegiance: ‘50:50’Nicolo Tresoldi has made it clear that he has not yet decided whether he wants to represent Italy or Germany at senior international level, but has revealed that a final decision is only likely to be made in the summer of 2027.Tresoldi comments on Italy and Germany choice: ‘Both countries mean a lot to me’22-year-old Club Brugge striker Tresoldi was born in Cagliari but moved to Germany as a teen
  
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• Arsenal fans hit with more travel difficulties after 2 matches rescheduled

  22-09-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal fans hit with more travel difficulties after 2 matches rescheduledArsenal fans have once again been asked to travel back from the north east in the late evening, after two Gunners games were rescheduled for TV coverage.Photo by Maurizio Lagana/Getty ImagesThe Premier League have confirmed a couple of alterations to Arsenal’s November fixture list, with the games against Newcastle United and Manchester City both to be televised.The Newcastle away game will now be at 5:30pm on Saturd
  
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• The 10 players with a point to prove during the international break

  22-09-2026 18:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A new cycle for international football begins with the Nations League over the next three weeks as many teams enter a new era under fresh leadership.Jurgen Klopp’s comeback is the leading story of the international break as he returns to the dugout for the first time in two years, hoping to rebuild Germany after their calamitous World Cup exit to Paraguay in the last-32.Klopp’s maiden outing will be against Germany’s storied rivals the Netherlands, who themselves have a new fig
  
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• Mbappé Shifts Focus From Derby Officials to Real Madrid’s Response

  22-09-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mbappé Shifts Focus From Derby Officials to Real Madrid’s ResponseReal Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has directly addressed the controversy surrounding the Madrid derby officials, telling Diario AS that the referee is human and makes mistakes, and that mistakes were made. The Frenchman declined to elaborate further, instead steering the conversation toward Real Madrid’s response going forward.Mbappé spoke to the outlet during an event tied to his new agreement wit
  
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• I was close to joining Liverpool in 2016 - Mbappe

  22-09-2026 17:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappe (right) is France's all-time leading goalscorer [Getty Images]Kylian Mbappe has revealed how "close" he came to joining Liverpool in 2016, saying he went against the advice of his mother who "fell in love" with Anfield.The France and Real Madrid striker said the Reds tried to sign him at 18, while he was playing for Monaco in Ligue 1.Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp said the club laid on a private jet and food for Mbappe and his family in an attempt to sign him, before he eventua
  
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• Juventus, Di Gre back? 🔙 Pulisic-Rabiot renewals, Kvernadze latest 🔥

  22-09-2026 17:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus, Di Gre back? 🔙 Pulisic-Rabiot renewals, Kvernadze latest 🔥The long international break has officially begun. Domestic leagues are going into hibernation and will only return on the weekend of October 10, along with the Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League.Watch all Serie BKT matches live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 a month!Attention now shifts to Italy, for the first chapter of Mancini’s second spell in charge,
  
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• “The reality is…” – Alexis Mac Allister drops Liverpool contract hint

  22-09-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “The reality is…” – Alexis Mac Allister drops Liverpool contract hintAlexis Mac Allister Clarifies Liverpool Future After Contract CommentsAlexis Mac Allister has spoken again about his Liverpool future, attempting to provide some context to comments that inevitably generated questions about his long term position at Anfield.There is a straightforward reason this story matters. Mac Allister is 27, has two years remaining on his Liverpool contract and remains a significan
  
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• Is this Chelsea's next great centre-back?

  22-09-2026 17:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subuloye has captained Chelsea's Under-21s in his four appearances so far this season [Getty Images]The latest centre-back to roll off the Cobham production line is Tayo Subuloye.Levi Colwill and Josh Acheampong are in Xabi Alonso's first-team squad while Marc Guehi, Fikayo Tomori and Trevoh Chalobah are among the former Chelsea academy products to be excelling elsewhere.Now Subuloye, 18, is knocking on the door of the first team, having trained in Alonso's group before the 3-0 defeat to Brentfo
  
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• Arteta wants to build a dynasty

  22-09-2026 17:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]News of Mikel Arteta's agreement over a new deal at Arsenal will not come as a shock - but it is a major development nevertheless.The fact his existing deal expires at the end of the season did put a slightly greater emphasis on the speed of discussions than normal.But Arteta has been transparent about his desire to stay at the club beyond the end of this campaign.Dynasty building is what has driven Arteta's decision. Winning Arsenal's first Premier League title in 20 years last se
  
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• Romano explains why he chose Italy over Switzerland: ‘Ranieri contacted me’

  22-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Romano explains why he chose Italy over Switzerland: ‘Ranieri contacted me’Alessandro Romano has spoken at length about his decision to represent the Italy national team at senior level, rather than Switzerland, whom he represented in the youth categories, and has explained the role that both Claudio Ranieri and CT Roberto Mancini played in his decision.Romano on Cagliari success, Italy call and Switzerland snub: ‘A decision from the heart’Romano was handed his first call
  
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• Journalist: Record-breaking Man City star wanted by European giants

  22-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Record-breaking Man City star wanted by European giantsBayern Munich Keen on Manchester City Star: Why Harry Kane’s Timeline MattersBayern Munich are planning ahead, and the name sitting prominently on that long-range shortlist is Erling Haaland. According to Graeme Bailey for TeamTalk, the German champions are shaping a potential future strategy around the Manchester City striker, while also pushing to secure Harry Kane for the next phase of their attack.The central detail is
  
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• Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal backs his Ballon d’Or case: ‘The way I play is my strongest argument’

  22-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal backs his Ballon d’Or case: ‘The way I play is my strongest argument’FC Barcelona teenage superstar Lamine Yamal has defended his case for the Ballon d’Or, highlighting his playing style, the trophies he has won and his ability to entertain supporters as the qualities that distinguish him from other contenders.In an exclusive interview with L’Equipe, a preview of which has now been released a preview, the 19-year-old sensation discusse
  
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• Galatasaray dream of signing €50 million-rated Real Madrid midfielder in January – report

  22-09-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Galatasaray dream of signing €50 million-rated Real Madrid midfielder in January – reportThroughout the summer transfer window, Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga was strongly linked with a departure.After going through an ordinary season, the 23-year-old French international was touted for a departure, especially with Los Blancos pushing to sign a new midfielder.The former Rennes wonderkid, however, refused to leave, despite attracting interest from clubs across Europe.Moreover
  
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• Barcelona midfielder could resume full training in 2-3 weeks after taking key step forward in recovery

  22-09-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona midfielder could resume full training in 2-3 weeks after taking key step forward in recoveryThe international break has left FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick with only a small group of players available at the Ciutat Esportiva.Indeed, only six first-team players trained today at the club facilities, while the manager himself was unavailable as he had to attend the RFEF annual coaches’ summit in Las Rozas.But there could soon be another addition to the training group.De Jong makes
  
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• 'No doubt that this squad is good enough to stay in the Premier League'

  22-09-2026 17:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on whether Coventry City have enough to stay up this season based on the opening five games.Here are some of your comments:Paul: I've been a Coventry supporter for 60 year so this past month has been nothing new really! We have faced enormous problems and come through. We are notoriously bad starters, but we have our first win so I believe we can stay up - 17th will be fine with me, but I've bet on a top-six finish.Steve: Shame about the three-week brea
  
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