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• Who was the biggest attacking threat? England player ratings

  18-06-2026 00:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]England opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a superb 4-2 win over Croatia.BBC Sport England reporter Alex Howell assesses how the players performed in Dallas on Wednesday - and you can see how BBC Sport readers rated them at the bottom of the page too.Starting XIJordan Pickford: Some wayward clearances in the first half and may feel he should have done better with the first Croatia goal. 5Nico O'Reilly: A first start in a major tournament for the 19-year-old. Showed some nerves but a
  
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• Real Madrid megastar nears major UEFA Champions League milestone ahead of AS Roma showdown

  13-10-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid megastar nears major UEFA Champions League milestone ahead of AS Roma showdownKylian Mbappe is set to reach a major milestone for Real Madrid when they face AS Roma tomorrow, with the French forward preparing to make his 100th Champions League appearance. The occasion offers him an opportunity to put the noise surrounding the international break behind him and return to what he does best: scoring goals.Mbappe enters the fixture having already established himself among the compet
  
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• LASK suffer injury blow ahead of Liverpool clash

  13-10-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LASK suffer injury blow ahead of Liverpool clashLASK vs Liverpool: Moses Usor injury doubt adds to Champions League selection concernsLiverpool’s trip to LASK offers an opportunity to move on from domestic disappointment, but preparations on both sides are being shaped by the players who may be missing.Moses Usor is a major doubt for Wednesday’s Champions League meeting after suffering a shoulder injury during LASK’s 2-0 home defeat to Rapid Vienna. His potential absence would
  
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• Chelsea make stance clear on Alex Scott transfer move amid Bournemouth contract talks

  13-10-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea make stance clear on Alex Scott transfer move amid Bournemouth contract talksChelsea Transfer Latest: Alex Scott Deal Gains Momentum as Bournemouth Hold Firm on £100m ValuationChelsea are pushing hard in the market once again, and the latest indication is that Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott has emerged as a leading target for January. According to TeamTalk, Chelsea are growing in confidence that a deal can be struck for the England international, even if the price is likely to t
  
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• Malen’s one-match suspension vs Genoa confirmed

  13-10-2026 14:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Malen’s one-match suspension vs Genoa confirmedTwo days after Como-Roma, the decision regarding Donyell Malen has been made. The Dutch striker was sent off in the 53rd minute of the match at the Sinigaglia stadium for a foul on Kaiki; his one-match suspension has now been confirmed.This decision will him to play in Serie A’s matchday eight. The player will therefore miss the next league match against Genoa, scheduled for Saturday, October 17th at 8:45 PM at the Stadio Olimpico. He wi
  
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• Manchester United legend reveals he had a chance to join Real Madrid: ‘Would have been nice’

  13-10-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United legend reveals he had a chance to join Real Madrid: ‘Would have been nice’Real Madrid, over the years, has evolved into a club of legends and has always ensured it keeps some of, if not most, of the sport’s biggest names at any given time.In that sense, most of the top players in the world have at least been closely linked with Real Madrid at some point in their careers, if not represented the club directly.Manchester United legend Antonio Valencia, in a recen
  
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• Giroud admits how he feels about returning to face Arsenal

  13-10-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Giroud admits how he feels about returning to face ArsenalOlivier Giroud is looking forward to playing against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, particularly as he’s expecting it to be his final season as a player.Photo by Franco Arland/Getty ImagesOlivier Giroud is set to play a somewhat unexpected match against former club Arsenal on Tuesday night, travelling back to his old club for a Champions League clash with Lille.Giroud obviously spent nine years in London, first with Ars
  
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• Exclusive: Barcelona make informal enquiry for 21-year-old Galatasaray talent

  13-10-2026 14:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Exclusive: Barcelona make informal enquiry for 21-year-old Galatasaray talentBarcelona have made an informal enquiry about Galatasaray midfielder Aleksey Batrakov, Barça Universal can exclusively reveal, with the club assessing the 21-year-old ahead of their Champions League meeting with the Turkish side.However, it is crucial to note that the interest for now remains at a preliminary stage. Barcelona believe they are already well covered in attacking midfield and have not taken conc
  
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• Malen looks back on Como red card: “I didn’t mean to hurt anyone.”

  13-10-2026 14:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Malen looks back on Como red card: “I didn’t mean to hurt anyone.”Donyell Malen’s performance against Como was marred by a red card that will force him to miss the next league match, but the Dutchman will be back in the Champions League. The number 14 will lead the attack tomorrow, October 14th, at the Olimpico against Real Madrid, and will look to do what he does best: score. The Dutchman spoke at a press conference alongside Gian Piero Gasperini on the eve of the Europe
  
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• Gasperini: I admire one thing about Mourinho, but Roma fans will ‘support’ their team

  13-10-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini: I admire one thing about Mourinho, but Roma fans will ‘support’ their teamRoma coach Gian Piero Gasperini says the Giallorossi fans will support the team despite the predictable warm welcome for José Mourinho, and he adds that he admires the Portuguese’s ability to ‘persuade clubs to buy extraordinary players.’Roma and Real Madrid meet at the Stadio Olimpico in the Italian capital tomorrow for the second round of the Champions League league phase.T
  
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• Confirmed: Real Madrid squad list to face AS Roma | UEFA Champions League

  13-10-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Real Madrid squad list to face AS Roma | UEFA Champions LeagueReal Madrid are back in UEFA Champions League action on Wednesday as they take on Jose Mourinho’s former club AS Roma away at Stadio Olimpico in Italy.Heading into the game on the back of a 1-0 win over Villarreal in La Liga, Los Blancos will be intent on bagging all three points in Rome.Ahead of the trip, manager Mourinho has released the squad list of players who will be at his disposal for the game against the Gial
  
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• Huijsen, the big name back for Madrid against Roma: squad list 📋

  13-10-2026 14:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Huijsen, the big name back for Madrid against Roma: squad list 📋Real Madrid are already on their way to Italy for matchday two of the UEFA Champions League league phase. Los Blancos face AS Roma in a challenging setting, with significant changes to the travelling squad led by José Mourinho. The big news in the squad list is the return of centre-back Dean Huijsen. The young defender rejoins the defensive unit after recovering from his fitness issues, bringing fresh energy and more
  
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• Why are some football shin pads so small?

  13-10-2026 14:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool striker Lewis Koumas (second from left) sported low socks and small shinpads on his full Premier League debut at Anfield [Getty Images]Liverpool's Lewis Koumas made his full Premier League debut against Manchester City on Sunday.While doing so, he sported some very low socks over what appeared to be a very small shin pad.Last season, images of Burnley's Marcus Edwards went viral after the 27-year-old was seen wearing barely visible shin pads during a Premier League match against West H
  
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• Galatasaray star Mario Lemina’s comments on Lamine Yamal resurface before Barcelona clash: ‘Who is he?’

  13-10-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Galatasaray star Mario Lemina’s comments on Lamine Yamal resurface before Barcelona clash: ‘Who is he?’Barcelona’s Champions League meeting with Galatasaray has gained an unexpected talking point ahead of kick-off, with midfielder Mario Lemina facing renewed attention over past comments about Lamine Yamal.The Gabon international’s remarks have resurfaced on social media just hours before the sides meet in Istanbul, attracting criticism from some Barcelona supporters
  
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• Atleti will mourn the death of Koke's mother tonight ⚫️

  13-10-2026 14:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atleti will mourn the death of Koke's mother tonight ⚫️Atlético de Madrid have officially announced that a minute's silence will be observed at tonight's match against Manchester United in memory of the mother of their captain, Koke Resurrección, who passed away in recent hours. The tragic news has deeply shocked everyone at the club. The club, coaching staff and squad have immediately rallied around their captain at this difficult time in his personal life.The Madrid
  
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• Enzo Maresca hits back at critics of Man City’s celebrations after Liverpool win: ‘Criticised for what?’

  13-10-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Enzo Maresca has defended his Manchester City players after they were accused of over-celebrating victory against Liverpool when they had been found guilty of 114 charges of breaching Premier League financial rules by saying they did nothing wrong.City won their first match since an independent commission ruled they had benefited from more than £900m in disguised funding and after a verdict said they had sham sponsorship contracts.Erling Haaland, Jeremy Doku and Rayan Cherki scored second-
  
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• Hansi Flick sets new Barcelona record after dominant 3-0 win over Getafe

  13-10-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick sets new Barcelona record after dominant 3-0 win over GetafeBarcelona’s 3-0 victory over Getafe was another convincing display from Hansi Flick’s side, but the result also delivered a new milestone for the German manager. As such, Barça recorded their highest possession percentage in any match under Flick, highlighting the level of control they have established since his arrival.After 126 matches in charge, Flick has seen his team dominate opponents in almost
  
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• Mikel Arteta sends message to Bukayo Saka after recent performances

  13-10-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikel Arteta sends message to Bukayo Saka after recent performancesMikel Arteta Raises Bukayo Saka Target as Arsenal Demand More GoalsArsenal want more from Bukayo Saka, and Mikel Arteta has made that point with unusual clarity. Three Premier League goals in six games is a decent return. It does not satisfy the manager.The message is simple. Saka should stop thinking in seasonal totals and start thinking in bursts, in moments, in matches. Arteta laid it out bluntly: “No, I think the number
  
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• Liverpool youngster grabs his first goal in dramatic fashion

  13-10-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool youngster grabs his first goal in dramatic fashionIfeanyi Ndukwe’s first Levante goal highlights value of Liverpool loan spellFor a young player on loan, progress rarely follows a straight line. Ifeanyi Ndukwe’s first start for Levante offered a particularly dramatic illustration, beginning with a costly mistake and ending with a goal that rescued a point.The Liverpool teenager scored in a 3-3 draw with Sevilla at the Ciutat de Valencia on Monday night, his late interventio
  
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• Jamie Carragher avoids bankruptcy after settling unpaid tax bill

  13-10-2026 13:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher will not be made bankrupt after settling an unpaid tax bill with HM Revenue and Customs.Judge Nicholas Briggs dismissed a bankruptcy petition against the 48-year-old at the Insolvency and Companies Court on Tuesday after being told the debt had been paid. The petition was brought in August, but Kevin Hassan from HMRC, told the hearing in London that the outstanding amount had been settled. The bankruptcy petition concerned an unpaid tax bill owed to HMRC
  
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• Tresoldi’s father on Italy-Germany decision, potential Inter snub and Liverpool twist

  13-10-2026 13:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tresoldi’s father on Italy-Germany decision, potential Inter snub and Liverpool twistNicolò Tresoldi’s father insists his son’s decision on whether to play for Italy or Germany won’t be ‘based on technical opportunity’ and admits the 22-year-old striker still dreams of joining Milan.Tresoldi is one of Europe’s most exciting young strikers and has already scored six goals in ten appearances for his club, Belgian side Club Brugge.Born in Italy, his
  
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• ¡Bombshell! Netflix secures exclusive rights to the 2030 World Cup 📺

  13-10-2026 13:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ¡Bombshell! Netflix secures exclusive rights to the 2030 World Cup 📺A broadcasting bombshell in the world of football. The streaming platform Netflix has secured exclusive broadcasting rights to the 2030 FIFA World Cup for Spain and Andorra. The announcement marks a historic shift in how football's biggest event is broadcast. For the first time, a streaming entertainment giant will broadcast an entire senior national-team World Cup live in Spain.The coverage will include all 104 ma
  
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• 📸 Top 10 home kits in the Champions League this season

  13-10-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Top 10 home kits in the Champions League this seasonThe best-looking teams aren’t always the ones winning on the pitch… As Champions League Matchday 2 arrives, it’s time for a different battle: the battle of the kits! Here are our top 10 home kits of the season. Remember, taste is always up for debate!Sabah FCComoReal MadridNapoliViking FKBayernInter MilanPSGArsenalFC BarcelonaWhat about you—which Champions League club has your favourite home kit this season? T
  
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• A proper test awaits Manchester City against PSG

  13-10-2026 13:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A proper test awaits Manchester City against PSGManchester City have now won eight consecutive matches in all competitions following their 3-0 win over Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday. Enzo Maresca’s side has had to win in a variety of ways to maintain their winning to start the 2026-27 season. They’ve had dominant and impressive wins over FC Porto, Crystal Palace, Norwich City and Liverpool. City have had to dig deep to beat Manchester United while being down to ten men at Old Traffo
  
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• Not so Royal Antwerp: The Great Old’s winless run is cause for concern

  13-10-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Not so Royal Antwerp: The Great Old’s winless run is cause for concernRoyal Antwerp aren’t looking so royal at the moment. The Great Old have lost five games on the bounce are, as a result, the worst team in the Belgian Pro League over their past five games. Marvin Compper’s side were humiliated away to Westerlo at the weekend as the home side won 5-1. Over these past fie games, Antwerp have scored just three goals while shipping 15 at the other end. Clearly something needs to
  
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• Juventus renew legal battle with Cristiano Ronaldo over unpaid wages

  13-10-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus renew legal battle with Cristiano Ronaldo over unpaid wagesJuventus have taken their legal battle with Cristiano Ronaldo to Italy’s Court of Cassation, challenging a ruling that ordered the club to pay the Portuguese forward €9.8m in outstanding wages.The dispute dates back to 2021, when Ronaldo left the Allianz Stadium to return to Manchester United. It centres on an agreement reached during the COVID-19 pandemic, under which Juventus reportedly committed to paying €19.
  
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• Real Madrid target’s five demands rejected by Manchester United

  13-10-2026 13:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid target’s five demands rejected by Manchester UnitedReal Madrid are increasingly confident of winning the race for Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel, with the 16-year-old’s future becoming a growing talking point ahead of a potentially decisive period in his development.The highly rated forward has attracted interest from several European giants, including Barcelona and Bayern Munich, but his demands and Manchester United’s efforts to retain him could prove cruc
  
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• Tribe in Jersey team for World Cup Challenge final round

  13-10-2026 13:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Asa Tribe has not played for Jersey since July 2025 [Getty Images]Batter Asa Tribe has been named in Jersey's 14-man squad for the final round of the World Cup Challenge League A in Nairobi later this month.Tribe, 22, has not played for Jersey since their defeat against the Netherlands in July 2025 but has since become a regular for England Lions while playing county cricket for Glamorgan.However there is no place in the squad for all-rounder Nick Greenwood, who is currently playing his club cri
  
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• Rovers' Morsy praises 'brilliant' Montgomery

  13-10-2026 13:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kristi Montgomery has been ever-present for Blackburn so far this season [Shutterstock]Blackburn Rovers veteran Sam Morsy has praised the "massive improvement" in his young midfield partner Kristi Montgomery.Montgomery, 22, broke into the first team at the end of the 2024-25 season and after 23 games last term, has played in every game in the current campaign."He's come in, he's been brilliant, he's a great kid, he wants to listen, he wants to learn," Morsy told BBC Radio Lancashire."Week by wee
  
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• Ronald Araujo holds the key to Liverpool's transfer plans

  13-10-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ronald Araujo holds the key to Liverpool's transfer plansRonald Araujo has been one of Liverpool’s most promising players in the early weeks of Andoni Iraola’s tenure. The Uruguayan defender was a surprise arrival at Anfield in the summer, joining on loan from Barcelona where he was club captain.It didn’t take long for the 27-year-old to cement himself as a starter under Iraola, making the troubled right-back spot his own in recent weeks.The Reds reportedly hold an optional cla
  
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