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• Why Julian Ward must avoid repeating Richard Hughes mistake

  05-10-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Julian Ward must avoid repeating Richard Hughes mistakeRichard Hughes’ legacy at Anfield is still unclear. The Scot’s historic reign as sporting director is still being judged.Despite overseeing the Reds’ 20th league title win, Hughes is a divisive figure at Liverpool with many uncertain exactly how he will be remembered.Sealing three deals at over £100 million and breaking the British transfer record twice in one window earned the executive the nickname ‘Big Mo
  
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• England stars heap praise on Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham

  06-10-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England stars heap praise on Real Madrid star Jude BellinghamJude Bellingham did not need a lot of time to endear himself to Real Madrid fans following his signing back in 2023. He had an incredible first season with the Merengue club, which ended with 23 goals and 12 assists to the Englishman’s name, in addition to the La Liga and the UEFA Champions League titles that he helped his team win.However, his two ensuing seasons have not exactly reached those heights, as the entire team struggl
  
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• 🎧 Injury special & a chat with Holty

  06-10-2026 12:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The latest episode of BBC Radio Norfolk's The Scrimmage podcast is out now.Former Norwich City physio Stuart Wardle joins Phil and Chris to talk injuries, plus a chat with Dereham Town and former Canaries striker Grant Holt.Listen above or on BBC Sounds here - and don't forget to subscribe to get each episode into your My Sounds feed.[BBC]Latest Norwich City news and analysis
  
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• L’Equipe investigation claims Elliott influenced Lille while owning Milan

  06-10-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  L’Equipe investigation claims Elliott influenced Lille while owning MilanMilan’s links with Lille during the Elliott Management era are back under scrutiny after a front-page investigation in L’Equipe.According to the French paper, via MilanNews24, chats and emails seized by Italy’s Guardia di Finanza show the American fund had far more influence over Lille than previously acknowledged, at a time when it also owned the Rossoneri. L’Equipe describes the ties between
  
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• 🐐 Argentina gears up for Messi's farewell 🩵 Benin: no marking, just a party

  06-10-2026 12:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🐐 Argentina gears up for Messi's farewell 🩵 Benin: no marking, just a partyLeo Messi is preparing for his final night in the Albiceleste shirt. The superstar from Rosario is ready to bid farewell to the national team, at the end of a journey filled with success and iconic moments. Watch every Serie BKT match live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 a month!The two Copa América titles, Olympic gold at Beijing 2008, the Finalissima against Italy an
  
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• Record-chasing Germany U21 star Nicolo Tresoldi continues to fuel Germany center-forward debate

  06-10-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Record-chasing Germany U21 star Nicolo Tresoldi continues to fuel Germany center-forward debatehe questions surrounding Nicolo Tresoldi are becoming increasingly difficult for Germany U21 head coach Antonio Di Salvo to avoid.Jürgen Klopp has now overseen four matches as Germany Bundestrainer without a single goal from one of his recognized center forwards. Kai Havertz, Nick Woltemade and Jonathan Burkardt have all featured without finding the back of the net. Tresoldi, meanwhile, enters Ger
  
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• Do Pompey have the edge over troubled Saints?

  06-10-2026 12:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Portsmouth have not won against Southampton since 2010 but could their rivals' current predicament provide a good opportunity to end that run when they meet at St Mary's on Sunday (12:00 BST)?Saints are awaiting the outcome of boss Tonda Eckert's hearing regarding his punishment for Spygate charges, while key players such as striker Cyle Larin and goalkeeper Daniel Peretz face injury doubts."It does lean a bit in our favour that Southampton are in disarray at the moment," Portsmouth fan Brendon
  
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• Saints under 'extra pressure' before derby

  06-10-2026 12:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nerves are buzzing around Southampton as they await to hear the outcome of boss Tonda Eckert's Spygate hearing amid a looming South Coast derby.Saints play local rivals Portsmouth on Sunday (12:00 BST) and are already facing injury doubts for striker Cyle Larin and number one keeper Daniel Peretz.The question on everyone's lips, however, will be whether Eckert will be in the dugout, with a decision on a possible punishment still to be announced.Though some more hopeful Saints fans feel the FA wi
  
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• 2 top European teams show interest in Arsenal winger

  06-10-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  2 top European teams show interest in Arsenal wingerAtletico Madrid and Juventus are showing an interest in Arsenal winger Noni Madueke, just over a year after his transfer to north London.Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty ImagesMike McGrath reports for The Telegraph that Arsenal’sNoni Madueke is drawing interest from multiple Champions League clubs, naming Atletico Madrid and Juventus among the 24-year-old’s admirers.McGrath adds that other clubs would be expected to join the race for Ma
  
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• McTominay close to Napoli return after heart procedure

  06-10-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  McTominay close to Napoli return after heart procedureScott McTominay is on the verge of a return for Napoli after completing his recovery from a heart procedure.According to Corriere dello Sport, the Scotland international will go through his final medical checks today and tomorrow to regain his certificate of fitness for competitive sport, which every player in Italy needs. It is expected to be a formality.McTominay underwent an ablation in Manchester on September 8 to correct a mild, benign a
  
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• Roma maintain interest in Oosterwolde for January

  06-10-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma maintain interest in Oosterwolde for JanuaryRoma could make a strong move for Jayden Oosterwolde in January. The Fenerbahçe defender was ready to wear the Giallorossi jersey this summer, even undergoing a medical. It was at this stage that Roma realized the injury the player was dealing with was more serious than expected. The trail leading to the Dutchman, however, hasn’t faded; it remains alive in the background and could become a concrete topic again once the full-back has c
  
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• Liverpool star facing uncertain future as €60m deal is considered

  06-10-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star facing uncertain future as €60m deal is consideredLiverpool Tracking Michael Kayode as Right-Back Search Intensifies Ahead of Winter WindowLiverpool are assessing Brentford defender Michael Kayode as they continue to shape plans for the winter market, with Caught Offside reporting that the Italian is high on the club’s list of right-back options.The situation reflects a wider issue that developed across last season and has carried into the early part of this campaign. R
  
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• Hatters charged after play-off pitch invasion

  06-10-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stockport County were defeated at Wembley by Bolton Wanderers in May's League One play-off final [Getty Images]Stockport County have been charged by the FA after a pitch invasion following their League One play-off semi-final win over Stevenage in May.The Hatters won 2-0 at Edgeley Park to secure a 3-0 aggregate win over Boro and book a date with Bolton at Wembley, which they went on to lose 4-1.After the full-time whistle hundreds of fans raced onto the pitch in celebration.On Tuesday, the FA a
  
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• Uefa investigating Republic of Ireland-Israel row after spitting accusation

  06-10-2026 11:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Uefa has confirmed it is investigating the half-time incident during Sunday's Nations League game between Republic of Ireland and Israel following an accusation of spitting. The teams clashed at half-time in the 1-1 draw behind closed doors in Serbia, with the Irish Times reporting that Republic of Ireland head of athletic performance Damien Doyle alleged he had been spat at by an Israel player.Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson later confirmed there was an "accusation of spittin
  
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• Thomas Tuchel clarifies new Arsenal injury setback reports

  06-10-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel clarifies new Arsenal injury setback reportsThomas Tuchel has explained Ezri Konsa’s injury situation, revealing that the player’s eventual withdrawal from England duty was due to a knock in the Croatia game.Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty ImagesEnglandconfirmed the withdrawal of Ezri Konsa from the September-October break on Monday, but there was little explanation of the decision at the time.The assumption was that Konsa had aggravated the injury issue that saw him drop
  
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• Raphinha signs new contract at Barcelona until 2030

  06-10-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Raphinha signs new contract at Barcelona until 2030Raphinha has signed a new contract with Barcelona until the summer of 2030.The 29-year-old’s current deal runs until 2028, having penned a new contract with the club last year.The renewal is effectively sealed and Barcelona could make the announcement as early as Friday.Raphinha has been a key first-team player since joining from Leeds United for £55 million in 2022.He has made 185 appearances across all competitions, bagging 89 goal
  
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• Ndour on Juventus radar after firing Azzurrini to Euros

  06-10-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ndour on Juventus radar after firing Azzurrini to EurosJuventus are among several clubs keeping tabs on Cher Ndour after the Fiorentina midfielder fired Italy’s Under-21s to the European Championship.According to Tuttomercatoweb, the Bianconeri see the 22-year-old as one of the leading names on their midfield shortlist, as they push to bring more Italians into the squad.Ndour captained Silvio Baldini’s side in Monday’s 6-2 win over Poland in Pescara. He scored twice, including
  
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• Mourinho recovers Mbappe, Valverde, Konate for Roma

  06-10-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho recovers Mbappe, Valverde, Konate for RomaRoma will host José Mourinho’s Real Madrid at the Stadio Olimpico on October 14th, kicking off at 8:45 PM. It will be their first home match of the Champions League season, a match where the past will collide with the present and future: the Special One against Gasperini. The Grugliasco-born coach also spoke recently about the Portuguese coach’s experience with the Giallorossi: “José is a special person, special p
  
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• Lincoln's Varfolomeev makes Ukraine debut

  06-10-2026 11:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Shutterstock]Lincoln City midfielder Ivan Varfolomeev has made his international debut for Ukraine during their 2-1 loss to Hungary in the Nations League on Monday.The 22-year-old came off the bench in the 86th minute.His maiden appearance follows his first international call-up, however he remained on the bench for the side's match against Northern Ireland on Friday.Lincoln will be back in action on Saturday against Sheffield United at Bramall Lane on Saturday (15:00 BST).All the latest Lincol
  
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• Manchester United remain interested in Barcelona outcast – report

  06-10-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United remain interested in Barcelona outcast – reportThe new season has not been kind to Alejandro Balde, who has quickly slumped from a regular starter to a backup option under Hansi Flick.Since pre-season, the manager has made it clear that he needs to see more from Balde to hand him a regular role in the dynamics. To further complicate his situation, Xavi Espart and Joao Cancelo have done well in their chances, leaving Balde with no chance.As a result of the manager’s
  
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• Campbell scores maiden goal for Jamaica

  06-10-2026 11:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Shutterstock]Charlton Athletic winger Tyreece Campbell has scored his first goal for Jamaica during their 1-1 draw with Honduras on Tuesday.The 23-year-old opened the scoring in the 27th minute but Honduras equalised in the second half to deny the Reggae Boyz a win.Having made his debut for the side in June 2025, Campbell has played in all four of Jamaica's Nations League games during this international break.The Addicks are back in Championship action on Saturday lunchtime as they host Bristol
  
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• Lazio linked with move for ex Man Utd and Crystal Palace winger Zaha

  06-10-2026 11:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lazio linked with move for ex Man Utd and Crystal Palace winger ZahaLazio are reportedly monitoring free agent Wilfried Zaha as they weigh up a move for the experienced Ivorian.According to Ivorian outlet 225foot, via LaLazioSiamoNoi, the 33-year-old is on the Biancocelesti’s radar, along with UAE side Al-Ain. Neither club has made a concrete approach yet, so the former Crystal Palace winger is free to consider other options.Zaha has been without a club since his Galatasaray contract expir
  
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• Jamie Carragher demands multi-year punishment for Man City after guilty verdict

  06-10-2026 11:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City should face a multi-year punishment for their financial misdemeanours, according to former Liverpool defender and Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher.An independent commission found City guilty of breaking Premier League rules in a strongly-worded report released last week, which the club have appealed against.The commission found the club had inflated revenue by more than £830million across a nine-season period between 2009-10 and 2017-18. Carragher believes the sanctions sh
  
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• Zinedine Zidane hails ‘exceptional’ Michael Olise 

  06-10-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zinedine Zidane hails ‘exceptional’ Michael Olise France head coach Zinedine Zidane has described Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise as “exceptional” after his team’s 4-1 win over Belgium on Monday. Les Bleus came from behind to score four late goals and take all three points against the Red Devils, with Olise scoring twice and providing an assist.France have scored seven goals in Zidane’s first four games in charge, with Olise directly involved in six o
  
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• Future of the 50+1 rule: What the DFL has now decided

  06-10-2026 11:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Future of the 50+1 rule: What the DFL has now decidedFollowing intensive consultations with the 36 professional clubs in the first and second Bundesliga divisions, the Bundesliga executive committee has clearly outlined its position on the future of the 50+1 rule in an official statement. The league leadership made one thing clear: The cornerstone of German football will remain in place, making it unique worldwide. No other country has such a rule for its football clubs. The rule continues
  
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• Nnamdi Collins receives late Germany U21 call-up ahead of final qualification match in Bielefeld

  06-10-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nnamdi Collins receives late Germany U21 call-up ahead of final qualification match in BielefeldGermany U21 head coach Antonio Di Salvo has made another late adjustment to his squad ahead of Tuesday’s decisive European Championship qualifier against Georgia, with Nnamdi Collins replacing the ill Linus Gechter.The Eintracht Frankfurt defender becomes the latest player to join an increasingly reshuffled Germany squad ahead of the final match of the qualification campaign in Bielefeld.Germany
  
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• Galbraith comes off injured in NI match

  06-10-2026 10:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Shutterstock]Stoke City midfielder Ethan Galbraith held his hamstring as he left the field during Northern Ireland's goalless match against Georgia on Monday.The 25-year-old, who had missed the international side's previous game against Ukraine to return home for the birth of his son, was substituted off the pitch in the 65th minute with the injury issue.He started the match alongside Potters team-mate Justin Devenny.Stoke return to action on Saturday when they make the trip to Bolton Wanderers
  
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• Wesley messages Endrick as Roma push to beat Milan to Real Madrid striker

  06-10-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wesley messages Endrick as Roma push to beat Milan to Real Madrid strikerWesley is doing his bit to bring Endrick to Roma, with the Giallorossi trying to beat Milan to the Real Madrid striker in January.According to Corriere dello Sport, the Roma wing-back has messaged his Brazil teammate to say how happy he would be to welcome him to the capital. The club didn’t set up the contact; it was a spontaneous exchange between two friends.Endrick had done the same for Wesley in June, when injury
  
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• Serie A returns: The biggest games after the international break

  06-10-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A returns: The biggest games after the international breakSerie A resumes after a three-week international break, and Football Italia looks at the biggest matches coming up in Italy’s top flight.Three teams lead the Serie A table: Inter, Roma and Lazio are level on 13 points after five rounds.MILAN, ITALY – MAY 17: Lautaro Martinez of FC Internazionale Milano lifts the Coppa Campioni d’Italia trophy following the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Hellas Verona F
  
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• Man City receive Erling Haaland update ahead of Liverpool clash

  06-10-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City receive Erling Haaland update ahead of Liverpool clashErling Haaland Injury Latest Leaves Manchester City Sweating Before Liverpool ClashManchester City have a problem, and it is a familiar one. Erling Haaland came off during Norway’s 2-1 Nations League defeat to Portugal and, even with attempts to calm the noise, the sight of him limping off does not disappear because someone says it is fine.Haaland asked to be replaced after 67 minutes with the score still level. He gestured to
  
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