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• WINTER

  30-07-2026 16:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WINTERThe Rossoneri received a warm welcome in Perth, where it is winter from June to August. While the Australian winter is far from harsh, it offers a marked contrast to the summer heat in Italy. AC Milan, led by new head coach Rúben Amorim, arrived in Australia to great enthusiasm from the local Rossoneri community. Large numbers of fans gathered outside the team's hotel to welcome the players on their arrival. The official reception took place at the Crown Crystal Club inside the hote
  
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• Fifa criticises campaign to oust president Infantino

  09-08-2026 00:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gianni Infantino apologised for the Fifa Forward Enterprise proposal, but now it seems to be business as usual for the Fifa president [Getty Images]Fifa has strongly criticised what it calls a "concerted and ongoing effort" to "undermine" the organisation and its president Gianni Infantino. The statement follows a Daily Telegraph report which claimed Infantino's alleged lover was given a severance payment by Uefa after he had an affair while he was its general secretary.A Fifa spokesperson told
  
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• Fifa hits out at attempts to ‘undermine’ Gianni Infantino in furious statement

  09-08-2026 00:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa has hit out at what it described as attempts to “undermine” its embattled president, Gianni Infantino.Infantino has faced calls to resign from his role in the aftermath of a saga that saw him abandon a proposed plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup and other Fifa competitions.That proposal brought the threat of a boycott from Uefa, European football’s governing body, with England’s Football Association (FA) among those to officially withdraw their support for the
  
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• WAFCON 2026: The shift of a new era in African football and the representation it is providing

  09-08-2026 00:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WAFCON 2026: The shift of a new era in African football and the representation it is providingThere is something different about this Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON 2026). Not because of the packed stadiums, not because of the goals. Not even because of the quality of football — although that has continued to improve with every edition.This tournament feels different because, perhaps for the first time, reputation alone is no longer enough.For years, conversations around Afric
  
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• VfB Stuttgart reach full agreement with Wolfsburg over Dzenan Pejcinovic transfer

  09-08-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  VfB Stuttgart reach full agreement with Wolfsburg over Dzenan Pejcinovic transferKicker reports that VfB Stuttgart are finally on the verge of completing the signing of Wolfsburg striker Dženan Pejčinović after the two German clubs reached an agreement on a €25m transfer. Wolfsburg sporting managing director Dieter Hecking confirmed after Saturday evening’s 0-0 draw with Kaiserslautern that the relegated Bundesliga club had agreed terms with another team over the 21-yea
  
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• Udinese stun a lacklustre Barça in stoppage time

  08-08-2026 23:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Udinese stun a lacklustre Barça in stoppage timeUdinese beat Barcelona 1-0 in the Friuli Venezia Giulia Cup played at the Friuli Stadium. Bayo scored the decisive goal in the closing minutes after a lightning-fast counterattack.The goal broke the deadlock in an even match in which Hansi Flick’s Barça dominated possession and territory for much of the game. The blaugrana side failed to turn that control into clear chances despite Karim Adeyemi’s efforts.The tournament, a
  
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• 🚨 No holding back: Boca's XI to host Vélez

  08-08-2026 23:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 No holding back: Boca's XI to host VélezBoca have confirmed the lineup for today’s home match against Vélez at the Ducó, and Arruabarrena will go all out despite having the Copa Sudamericana round of 16 on the agenda in three days’ time.
  Against Vélez, the same players who beat Estudiantes will start, except for Ayrton Costa, who returns to the starting XI in place of Marco Pellegrino.Boca line up with: Montero; Lozano, Di Lollo, Costa, Blanco; A
  
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• Friendly: Udinese beat Barcelona and Nottingham Forest 1-0 to win cup

  08-08-2026 23:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Friendly: Udinese beat Barcelona and Nottingham Forest 1-0 to win cupUdinese have won the Friuli Venezia Giulia Cup, managing to defeat both Barcelona and Nottingham Forest 1-0 in the mini-tournament.The Friulani hosted the competition at the Bluenergy Stadium, which consisted of three matches of 45 minutes each with points assigned for each victory.Udinese host Friuli Venezia Giulia CupUDINE, ITALY – AUGUST 08: Eric Moreira of Nottingham Forest has a shot at goal saved by Daniele Padelli
  
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• Newcastle star evades serious injury after horrific tackle in friendly 😬

  08-08-2026 23:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle star evades serious injury after horrific tackle in friendly 😬 In what was otherwise a routine pre-season friendly, Newcastle winger Anthony Elanga had to be stretchered off following a two-footed challenge from Valencia's José Gayà.
  In the immediate aftermath of Gayà's lunging tackle, a touchline brawl broke out, with the Valencia defender being shown a straight red card.Fortunately for Elanga, the injury does not appear to be serious.T
  
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• Manchester City Are Showing Interest In This Barcelona Youngster: One For The Future?

  08-08-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are Showing Interest In This Barcelona Youngster: One For The Future?In a recent report, Mundo Deportivo claimed that Manchester City are showing interest in Barcelona youngster Tommy Marques. It has been stated that the Mancunian giants are eyeing a move to land the Spanish midfielder in this transfer window.Marques’ Impressive Rise In SpainMarques has come through the youth ranks of Barcelona and did well to break into their senior team in the previous campaign. The Spani
  
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• Wissa & Toure star as Jaissle wins first Newcastle friendly - ratings

  08-08-2026 23:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Yoane Wissa only scored three goals in his first season at Newcastle United [Getty Images]Newcastle United forward Yoane Wissa scored twice to give head coach Matthias Jaissle a 2-1 win against Valencia in his first pre-season friendly in charge.Filip Ugrinic opened the scoring for Valencia with a curling effort at the Mestalla Stadium, but substitute Wissa equalised with a calm finish from close range.The second-half substitute then went on to put the visitors in front after new signing Bazouma
  
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• 🚨 FIFA denounces campaign against Infantino, backs his leadership

  08-08-2026 23:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 FIFA denounces campaign against Infantino, backs his leadershipFIFA has issued a strongly worded statement denouncing an attempt to destabilize the organization. It staunchly defends Gianni Infantino.The body says it will not support any electoral process for the presidency that goes against its statutes and is inconsistent with the current governance framework.It also speaks of a "concerted and ongoing effort" by certain sectors to undermine the institution and its president.FIFA regr
  
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• Massive twist in Bradley Barcola to Liverpool story, Arsenal react

  08-08-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Massive twist in Bradley Barcola to Liverpool story, Arsenal reactThere's been a massive twist in the Bradley Barcola to Liverpool story. Now Arsenal will react.Liverpool have long been frontrunners to sign Bradley Barcola. They turned to the Frenchman after a move for Yan Diomande collapsed, though they've bad their eyes on him for a long time.Anfield Watchexclusively revealed back in April that Liverpool viewed Barcola as a proper market opportunity. That's proven to be the case - to an extent
  
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• Manchester United Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This Serie A Defender: Good Option For Carrick?

  08-08-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This Serie A Defender: Good Option For Carrick?In a recent report, Corriere Di Bologna stated that Manchester United are locked in a three-way battle for Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi. It has been mentioned that the Red Devils are facing competition from Nottingham Forest and Chelsea in the race to land the Colombian centre-back this summer.Lucumi’s Impressive Campaign In Serie ALucumi enjoyed a solid season at the Italian club recently
  
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• Grêmio sink São Paulo with late goal, climb out of Brasileirão bottom four

  08-08-2026 23:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Grêmio sink São Paulo with late goal, climb out of Brasileirão bottom fourGrêmio secured a dramatic win over São Paulo in the Brasileirão this Saturday (8).With a goal late in the match, the team from Rio Grande do Sul ended a run of three league matches without a win.The victory at the Arena do Grêmio came thanks to another decisive goal from Pavón from a free kick.São Paulo opened the scoring in the first half with an own goal by cent
  
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• Grêmio sink São Paulo late and exit Brasileirão's drop zone, watch 🎥

  08-08-2026 23:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Grêmio sink São Paulo late and exit Brasileirão's drop zone, watch 🎥Grêmio earned a dramatic win over São Paulo in the Brasileirão this Saturday (8).With a goal in the closing stages, the team from Rio Grande do Sul ended a run of three league matches without a win.The victory at Arena do Grêmio came thanks to another decisive goal from a Pavón free kick.São Paulo opened the scoring in the first half with an own goal by center b
  
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• Report: Premier League Giants “Contacted” Over Brazillian Wonderkid Opportunity

  08-08-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Premier League Giants “Contacted” Over Brazillian Wonderkid OpportunityEndrick transfer latest as Manchester United join race for Real Madrid forwardManchester United are among the Premier League clubs alerted to Endrick’s uncertain future at Real Madrid, with TEAMtalk reporting that the Brazilian’s representatives have made contact across England as they explore a possible move.The 20-year-old is said to be reassessing his position after becoming increasingly con
  
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• Arsenal Are Eyeing A Player Plus Cash Move For This Atletico Madrid Striker: Should Arteta Go For Him?

  08-08-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Are Eyeing A Player Plus Cash Move For This Atletico Madrid Striker: Should Arteta Go For Him?In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Arsenal are eyeing a player-plus-cash move for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez. It has been revealed that the Gunners are willing to offer €70m plus Viktor Gyokeres to secure the services of the Argentina international this off-season.Alvarez’s Impressive Form In La LigaAlvarez enjoyed a rich vein of form at the Spanish club in the pr
  
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• Barca make second bid for Rodri - Sunday's gossip

  08-08-2026 22:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona increase Rodri bid, Cristian Romero wants to join Arsenal and Nottingham Forest are set to sign Ousmane Diomande.Barcelona are in continued talks with Manchester City over signing Rodri and have made an increased bid of £51.4m for the Spain midfielder, 30. (Sport - in Spanish)Cristian Romero would like to join Arsenal,but Tottenham have no intention of allowing the 28-year-old Argentina centre-back to move to their north London rivals. (Sun)Romero is also an option for Barcelona,
  
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• Chelsea Are Keen On Recruiting This Arsenal Midfielder: What Will He Bring To Stamford Bridge?

  08-08-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Are Keen On Recruiting This Arsenal Midfielder: What Will He Bring To Stamford Bridge?In a recent report, Fichajes claimed that Chelsea are keen on recruiting Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi. It has been mentioned that the Blues are eyeing a move to bring the Spain international to Stamford Bridge in this summer transfer period.Zubimendi’s Impressive Form In North LondonZubimendi enjoyed a decent run of form at Arsenal in the previous campaign when he put in a string of influen
  
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• 📋 Remo and Atlético-MG named for Brasileirão clash

  08-08-2026 22:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Remo and Atlético-MG named for Brasileirão clashRemo and Atlético-MG have announced their lineups for this Saturday’s (8) Brasileirão match.The game will take place at Mangueirão, in Belém, and counts for the 22nd round of the league.Both teams are coming off Copa do Brasil round-of-16 clashes in recent days.Remo were eliminated by Santos, while Atlético-MG advanced against Juventude.
  Check out the starting lineups below:RemoRemo s
  
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• Manchester City Reach Verbal Agreement For This Ligue 1 Keeper: Should Maresca Move In For Him?

  08-08-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Reach Verbal Agreement For This Ligue 1 Keeper: Should Maresca Move In For Him?In a recent post on X, journalist Santi Aouna mentioned that Manchester City have reached a verbal agreement for Olympique Marseille keeper Gerónimo Rulli. It has been stated that the Mancunian club are working on a deal to bring the Argentine goalie to the Etihad Stadium this summer.Rulli’s Impressive Campaign In Ligue 1Rulli enjoyed a good run of form for Marseille in the previous campai
  
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• Lens hijack Lazio’s pursuit of Benfica striker Franjo Ivanovic

  08-08-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lens hijack Lazio’s pursuit of Benfica striker Franjo IvanovicRC Lens have hijacked SS Lazio’s pursuit of Benfica striker Franjo Ivanovic (22), according to Foot Mercato. The Croatian international was expected to join the Biancocelesti after the Serie A side has struck an agreement with Benfica over a loan with option to buy. But Lens have swooped in and presented their arguments to Ivanovic, and the latter has agreed to join the Champions League-playing Ligue 1 side.Foot
  
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• Sunderland Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Ligue 1 Defender: Is He Worth The Fight?

  08-08-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Ligue 1 Defender: Is He Worth The Fight?In a recent report, Footy-Africa revealed that Sunderland are facing stiff competition for Lorient defender Nathaniel Adjei. It is understood that the Black Cats would have to compete with Strasbourg, Hull City and FC Copenhagen in the race to sign the Ghanaian talent this summer.Adjei’s Solid Campaign In Ligue 1Adjei enjoyed a good run of form at the French club in the previous campaign as he managed
  
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• Arsenal worried incredible star is about to jump to Liverpool

  08-08-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal worried incredible star is about to jump to LiverpoolArsenal are worried that one star will jump to Liverpool imminently. That ruins their plans.Quite incredibly, Arsenal have spent the last month trying to sign Vinícius Jr from Real Madrid. They failed, with the Brazilian renewing his contract at the Santiago Bernabéu.That's not a shock, you've got to admit. While it's entirely understandable why they felt pausing all other attacking signings was worth it for Vinicius, it'
  
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• Mason Mount suffers injury scare as Manchester United impress in PSG draw

  08-08-2026 22:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael Carrick admitted he had to be “careful” with Mason Mount after the England midfielder handed Manchester United an injury scare in their friendly draw with Paris St Germain.Mount has had a torrid time with injuries since signing from Chelsea in a £55m deal three years ago, starting only 25 Premier League games for United in that time.The 27-year-old has been successfully deployed by Carrick in a central midfield role during pre-season, leading to speculation that United
  
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• Joao Pedro scores twice as Chelsea brush aside AC Milan

  08-08-2026 21:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Club FriendliesChelsea 3 - 0 AC Milan FTJoao Pedro scored twice to add to his nine-minute hat-trick against Western Sydney Wanderers [Getty Images]Chelsea picked up a confidence-boosting pre-season win as they comfortably beat AC Milan in Jakarta, Indonesia.The Blues were on top throughout the game, but did not take the lead until first-half stoppage time through Joao Pedro.The Brazil forward had missed two clear-cut chances earlier in the half, but made no mistake when he headed home an in-swin
  
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• Liverpool Agree On A Deal To Sign This Barcelona Defender On Loan: Good Move For Iraola?

  08-08-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Agree On A Deal To Sign This Barcelona Defender On Loan: Good Move For Iraola?In a recent post on X, respected journalist Fabrizio Romano mentioned that Liverpool have agreed on a deal to sign Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo on loan. It has been stated that the Reds have reached an agreement with the Catalan club to sign the Uruguay international on a loan deal this summer.Araujo’s Important Role At BarcelonaAraujo played a useful role in Barcelona’s squad in the previous
  
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• Arsenal Eye €100m Serie A Star After Vini Jnr Snub

  08-08-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Eye €100m Serie A Star After Vini Jnr SnubArsenal Weigh Kenan Yildiz Move as Juventus Demand Tops €100mArsenal are back in the market for a headline forward and, according to La Stampa, Kenan Yildiz has moved firmly into view. The Juventus attacker has emerged after the north London club failed to land Vinicius Junior, who has now committed his future to Real Madrid. That part is over. Arsenal have had to pivot.The key line here is simple. Arsenal still want a ‘major atta
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Identify This La Liga Forward As A Target: What Will He Add To De Zerbi’s Side?

  08-08-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Identify This La Liga Forward As A Target: What Will He Add To De Zerbi’s Side?In a recent post on X, journalist Paul O’Keefe claimed that Tottenham Hotspur have identified Villarreal forward Georges Mikautadze as a target for this summer transfer window. It is believed that Spurs are hoping to improve their attack by recruiting the Georgian striker this off-season.Mikautadze’s Impressive Numbers In La LigaMikautadze enjoyed a good run of form at the Spanish c
  
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