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• Why Premier League faces uncertainty and chaos after Man City ruling

  27-09-2026 16:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  If you were getting the impression that the saga over Manchester City's 115 charges was almost over, think again.Two years and 10 days since the hearing began, and 1,329 days after City were charged, we now know a verdict has been reached, with the club guilty of the majority of financial rule breaches.That is not because the Premier League or Manchester City have told us - it is thanks to the Athletic finding out and breaking the story.BBC Sport was later told the verdict was sent during the we
  
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• Zhegrova scores for Kosovo, but Juventus await Conceiçao tests after Portugal injury

  28-09-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zhegrova scores for Kosovo, but Juventus await Conceiçao tests after Portugal injuryJuventus winger Edon Zhegrova scored from the spot in Kosovo’s 3-1 loss to Austria, but Francisco Conceiçao picked up a knock during Norway-Portugal and was forced off.Serie A giants Juventus received good and bad news from international matches played on Sunday.Mixed Juventus news from Zhegrova and ConceiçaoREGGIO NELL’EMILIA, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 13: Edon Zhegrova of Juventus
  
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• Recently-injured Arsenal player returns to international action

  28-09-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Recently-injured Arsenal player returns to international actionJurrien Timber returned to the pitch for the Netherlands away to Serbia on Sunday, helping them to grind out their first win of the new Nations League group stage.Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty ImagesArsenal right-back Jurrien Timber was back in action for the Netherlands on Sunday, returning to the squad and to the pitch as his team played away to Serbia in the Nations League.Having drawn their opening game away to Germany witho
  
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• 'Homecoming' - why Alexander left Bradford for Preston

  28-09-2026 13:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]It has taken a couple of weeks for Preston North End to get all their ducks in a row. Now, after a desperately poor start to the season, perhaps the time is right to turn to a familiar face. And not just any familiar face.Graham Alexander is back at Deepdale - and this one feels different.Alexander has represented plenty of other clubs during a long playing and managerial career, but there's something about him and Preston. This feels like a homecoming.There is no doubt he was on to a good
  
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• Fringe Real Madrid defender rejected Chelsea, Liverpool in the summer

  28-09-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fringe Real Madrid defender rejected Chelsea, Liverpool in the summerIt is no secret that Raul Asencio is no longer the golden boy of the Real Madrid defence, having had a rapid fall from grace after his initial breakthrough.Asencio has been subject to multiple off-field controversies while his on-field performances haven’t been particularly impressive either.This had led to Real Madrid pressurising him to leave the club in the summer, as part of the team’s summer clearout. But the d
  
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• Transfer insider claims Spurs are making huge mistake with sale

  28-09-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Transfer insider claims Spurs are making huge mistake with saleTottenham’s Will Lankshear Decision Looks More Costly With Every Goal at MiddlesbroughThere are transfer calls that drift quietly into the background, and there are transfer calls that keep shouting back at a club every weekend. Tottenham’s decision to let Will Lankshear leave belongs firmly in the second category.As Spurs search for authority, composure and conviction through the middle, Lankshear is doing exactly what y
  
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• Premier League star is still set on future Liverpool move

  28-09-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League star is still set on future Liverpool moveYankuba Minteh and Liverpool: Why a £70m Right-Wing Option Could Return to the AgendaLiverpool’s search for greater balance in attack has not gone away, and the name of Yankuba Minteh still lingers with purpose. The Brighton winger was heavily discussed as a target before, and while that move never came together, the sense remains that this story has not run its course.Minteh, valued at £70m, fits a profile Liverpool stil
  
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• Jose Mourinho almost became Barcelona manager before Joan Laporta stepped in – report

  28-09-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho almost became Barcelona manager before Joan Laporta stepped in – reportJose Mourinho’s history with Barcelona could have been dramatically different.Long before becoming one of the club’s fiercest rivals during his time at Real Madrid, the Portuguese coach came remarkably close to taking charge at Camp Nou. The story dates back to 2008 when Barcelona were searching for a successor to Frank Rijkaard, and Mourinho emerged as the leading candidate during the clu
  
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• Will Alexander build on his legacy at Deepdale?

  28-09-2026 12:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Graham Alexander returns to Preston North End in a bid to help them climb away from the Championship relegation zone.The 54-year-old made 400 appearances for the Lilywhites as a player across all competitions and is now in the Deepdale dugout after a successful spell at Bradford City.But even with all his history at the club, is he the man you would have wanted?Let us know your thoughts here and come back later to see some of your responses.Latest Preston North End news, analysis and fan vi
  
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• ‘He has an idea of ​​how I should play in my position’: Borussia Dortmund midfielder Joey Veerman looking to learn from former Barcelona midfielder Xavi

  28-09-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘He has an idea of ​​how I should play in my position’: Borussia Dortmund midfielder Joey Veerman looking to learn from former Barcelona midfielder XaviJoey Veerman is back in the Netherlands national team and enjoying himself. Having been overlooked by Ronald Koeman for a few years, the now Borussia Dortmund midfielder has been recalled by former Barcelona midfielder Xavi. Veerman was impressive in the Netherlands 2-1 win over Serbia, a first victory for Xavi since takin
  
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• Brentford in talks with Schade

  28-09-2026 12:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Brentford are in talks with forward Kevin Schade over a new contract on improved terms after his positive start to the season.The 24-year-old Germany international has scored three goals in five Premier League matches and started both of Jurgen Klopp's first two games as national team manager.Schade is understood to be open to extending his stay, although talks remain at an early stage and are not expected to progress quickly.The situation is complicated by the fact his current con
  
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• Arsenal star delighted after he helps Greece beat Germany

  28-09-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal star delighted after he helps Greece beat GermanyChristos Tzolis has shared his delight at Greece earning their first win over Germany, even if he admits he had some fortune with the winning goal.Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty ImagesArsenal summer signing Christos Tzolis is having a strong international break so far, with Greece winning both of their Nations League fixtures away to Serbia and Germany.Tzolis played a pivotal role in the comeback victory against Serbia, scoring Greece’s e
  
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• Martin Odegaard in furious spat with ex-Man City rival Bernardo Silva during Nations League clash

  28-09-2026 12:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Norway captain Martin Odegaard was left incensed after receiving a late tackle to his ankle from Portugal’s Bernardo Silva during stoppage time of Sunday's Nations League fixture.The challenge resulted in a yellow card for Silva in Portugal’s 2-1 victory in Oslo, renewing a rivalry built over years in the Premier League. Silva, who departed Manchester City for Real Madrid in the summer, left a painful reminder on the Arsenal captain.Odegaard was captured on camera repeatedly shouting
  
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• Preston appoint Bradford boss Alexander

  28-09-2026 12:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Preston North End have appointed Bradford City boss Graham Alexander as their new manager.The 54-year-old replaces Paul Heckingbottom at Deepdale after he was sacked following six defeats from their opening seven Championship games this season.Alexander made 372 league appearances across two spells with the Deepdale side as a player."It's a special feeling to be named manager of this football club. After speaking to Preston, I knew this was the place I wanted to be," he told the club website.Mor
  
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• ‘A boyhood dream’: Mexx Meerdink enjoys first start for the Netherlands with a brace

  28-09-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘A boyhood dream’: Mexx Meerdink enjoys first start for the Netherlands with a braceIt was quite an evening for AZ striker Mexx Meerdink over in Belgrade. The AZ striker scored a brace as the Netherlands beat Serbia 2-1 on his first start for the national team. With Brian Brobbey out injured, Meerdink was given a starting spot just a few days after making his debut in the 1-1 draw with Germany. Xavi’s faith in the AZ man was rewarded, with his two goals for the Netherlands givi
  
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• Luc Holtz set to leave Ligue 2 side FC Metz

  28-09-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luc Holtz set to leave Ligue 2 side FC MetzLuc Holtz, who only arrived at FC Metz this summer, replacing Benoit Tavenot, is set to be sacked, as per a report from L’Équipe. The Ligue 2 club are already working on nominating a replacement for the Luxembourgish manager. Holtz joined Les Grenats following their relegation to Ligue 2 last summer. His predecessor, Tavenot, endured a torrid stint at the club, failing to win any of his 16 games in charge after replacing Stéphane Le
  
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• Nicolas de Tavernost says ‘club divisions and conflicts of interest’ were behind LFP Media exit

  28-09-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nicolas de Tavernost says ‘club divisions and conflicts of interest’ were behind LFP Media exitNicolas de Tavernost stepped back from his role as CEO of LFP Media back in February. In a book released last week, the former head of M6, now the President of Stade Rennais’ Supervisory Board, revealed the reasons behind that exit. De Tavernost left his role earlier this year. His exit came amid BeIN Sports’ attempts to secure the broadcasting rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
  
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• Former Man City boss Roberto Mancini addresses ‘double contract’ with club

  28-09-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy coach Roberto Mancini has spoken out about allegations that he held a "double contract"during his time managing Manchester City, as the English club faces the prospect of losing its landmark case with the Premier League over alleged financial breaches.However, Mancini, who guided City to their first Premier League title in half a century in 2011-12, also insisted that what is potentially unfolding into the largest scandal in English football history is "not a problem that concerns me."Amon
  
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• Racism allegation by Israel fans towards Ireland’s Adam Idah will not be investigated

  28-09-2026 12:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  An allegation of racist abuse aimed at Republic of Ireland’s Adam Idah by Israeli fans during the Nations League clash between the two countries will not be investigated because Uefa’s protocols were not correctly followed. The European governing body confirmed as much when speaking to the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) following the 3-0 victory for Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side on Sunday. According to an FAI spokesperson, Irish midfielder Jayson Molumby heard the ch
  
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• Barcelona keeping tabs on former defender struggling for minutes at his new club

  28-09-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona keeping tabs on former defender struggling for minutes at his new clubMika Faye left FC Barcelona for Rennes in the summer of 2024, but he has yet to find the regular playing time that seemed likely when he first emerged with Barça Atletic. Now on loan at Nuremberg in the German second division, he faces another challenge that could have an important bearing on his future.Faye has not yet made an appearance this season for the German side. His situation has once again placed the
  
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• Odegaard claims Bernardo Silva ‘lost his head’ & never apologised

  28-09-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Odegaard claims Bernardo Silva ‘lost his head’ & never apologisedMartin Odegaard and his Norway teammates spoke out strongly against Bernardo Silva on Sunday, following the Portuguese international’s late kick out at the Arsenal player.Photo by Florencia Tan Jun/Getty ImagesMartin Odegaard was involved in a contentious incident at the end of Norway’s match against Portugal on Sunday evening, as Bernardo Silva kicked out at him long after the Arsenal captain had played
  
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• Italy forced to cancel final training session ahead of Turkiye clash

  28-09-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy forced to cancel final training session ahead of Turkiye clashHeavy rain and poor pitch conditions prevented the Italy national team from training Monday morning, hours before a Nations League game against Turkiye.Italy coach Roberto Mancini was forced to cancel the Azzurri’s final training session on the morning of their game against Turkiye.Why Italy cancelled training session before Turkiye clashOLDENZAAL, NETHERLANDS – JUNE 17: Head coach of Italy Roberto Mancini attends be
  
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• International injury concerns raised as Liverpool suffer blow

  28-09-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  International injury concerns raised as Liverpool suffer blowCody Gakpo Injury Adds to Liverpool Worries During Extended International BreakLiverpool have another fitness concern to monitor after Cody Gakpo was forced off during the Netherlands’ 2-1 win over Serbia, adding to the growing list of players affected by this unusually long international window.According to BBC Football, Gakpo lasted only 17 minutes before leaving the pitch while grimacing and holding the lower part of his right
  
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• Arsenal women face season-defining week after losing to Chelsea

  28-09-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal women face season-defining week after losing to ChelseaArsenal Women have little margin for error after defeat at Chelsea left their title challenge under early pressure, with a difficult week now ahead.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesArsenal were defeated 1-0 away to Chelsea, realistically ending their title hopes after matchday four, unless they win at Manchester City next Sunday and manage to close the gap, which currently stands at seven points.Arsenal played well for the fir
  
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• Outrage in Italy as Baresi mural outside Casa Milan is vandalised

  28-09-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Outrage in Italy as Baresi mural outside Casa Milan is vandalisedMilan are seeking those responsible after a mural of legendary captain Franco Baresi outside Casa Milan was vandalised on Sunday, with red paint sprayed across his face.A mural of Milan and Italy legend Franco Baresi was vandalised on Sunday. The mural, located outside Milan’s headquarters, Casa Milan, was created after the former defender passed away in July at the age of 66.MILAN, ITALY – DECEMBER 15: Franco Bare
  
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• Man City rule breaches not my concern - Mancini

  28-09-2026 11:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roberto Mancini managed Manchester City from December 2009 until May 2013 [Getty Images]Roberto Mancini says an alleged "double contract" during his time as Manchester City manager is "not my concern" after the club were found guilty of breaking the majority of the financial rules they were accused of breaching.The 115 charges brought by the Premier League against City included 14 instances of failing to provide accurate details for player and manager payments from 2009-10 to 2017-18.That period
  
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• Makhanya shines again by silencing Dortmund's Guirassy

  28-09-2026 11:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Olwethu Makhanya (left) has been impressing on international duty for South Africa [Getty Images]Rangers defender Olwethu Makhanya continued his impressive start to the campaign by helping keep prolific Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy quiet as South Africa defeated Guinea in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying.In just his second cap for his nation, the centre-back played the entirety of Saturday's 2-1 victory, completing more passes than any other player and winning three of his four duel
  
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• FAI unclear over possible sanctions if game not played

  28-09-2026 11:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Paul Cooke was speaking after the Republic of Ireland's win in Hungary [Inpho]Republic of Ireland could have faced 'undetermined' sanctions had they not played their Nations League match against Israel on Sunday, according to FAI president Paul Cooke. Ireland and Israel players did not shake hands and the Irish squad bowed their heads when Israel's anthem was played before their 3-0 win in Hungary.The two Nations League fixtures, being played at neutral venues, have been embroiled in controversy
  
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• Amine Gouiri sustains injury with Algeria and returns to Marseille

  28-09-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amine Gouiri sustains injury with Algeria and returns to MarseilleAmine Gouiri (26) sustained an injury while away with the Algeria national team and has subsequently returned to Marseille, as confirmed in a statement from the Algerian federation. Gouiri was forced off early on in Algeria’s 3-1 win over Zambia. Post-match, manager Brahim Hemdani spoke of a quadriceps injury. Following tests on Saturday, it was decided that the former Stade Rennais and OGC Nice forward would be released. He
  
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• Terim: Italy have ‘significant potential’ but no identity

  28-09-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Terim: Italy have ‘significant potential’ but no identityFormer Fiorentina and Milan coach Fatih Terim insists Italy must ‘rediscover identity and competitiveness’ and backs the Turkish FA’s decision to confirm Vincenzo Montella in charge despite a disappointing World Cup exit.Italy visit Vincenzo Montella’s Turkiye in the second match of the 2026-27 Nations League group phase tonight. Both sides lost their opening games against Belgium and France, respectivel
  
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