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• Wolves confirm decision not to play controversial song before games

  20-08-2026 14:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wolverhampton Wanderers have confirmed that they will not play a controversial song in the build-up to kick off for games at the Molineux this season. The Liquidator song was originally banned several years ago due to its offensive chants aimed at bitter Black Country rivals West Brom and the club held a review to determine if it should be brought back. Discussion were held with the Molineux Stadium Safety Advisory Group (SAG), which includes representatives from relevant statutory agencies and
  
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• Arteta on Guimaraes injury, title defence and Lampard's Coventry

  20-08-2026 17:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been speaking to the media before Friday's Premier League opener against newly promoted Coventry City at Emirates Stadium (kick-off 20:00 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Forward Bukayo Saka and midfielder Declan Rice are "ready to be involved" but defender Jurrien Timber has not trained with the squad. Arteta said the Dutchman may be ready "in the next few weeks". Arteta said "let's see how it is" when asked about Bruno Guimaraes' injury. He add
  
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• Glasner on Savona set-back, making City Ground 'a fortress' and transfers

  20-08-2026 17:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest boss Oliver Glasner has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League opener against Leeds United at the City Ground (kick-off 15:00 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Ryan Yates and Nicolo Savona have been ruled out but he will still have the pick of "23 other fit on-field players" for his matchday squad.On Savona's road to recovery after undergoing surgery in March: "We did think he would be further on than he is right now. He had a minor set-b
  
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• Hansi Flick gives Barcelona squad a day off after heavy workload

  20-08-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick gives Barcelona squad a day off after heavy workloadAs repored by AS, FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick cancelled Thursday’s scheduled training session, giving the players a much-needed break. The rest day comes after the Blaugrana’s final pre-season match on Wednesday as they beat Egyptian club Al Ahly 2-1 in the Joan Gamper Trophy match at the Spotify Camp Nou.A necessary breakOne of Flick’s main objectives for this season, set when the previous campaign ended, was
  
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• Why are Brighton and Hearts both allowed in the Conference League?

  20-08-2026 17:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tony Bloom's portfolio of clubs include Brighton and Hove Albion, Union St-Gilloise and Hearts [Getty Images]Brighton and Hearts could both find themselves in the league phase of this season's Conference League.Both share an owner in businessman Tony Bloom, but have been deemed eligible to play alongside each other should they advance past this month's last round of qualifying.The Seagulls take on Norwegian outfit Tromso, with Hearts facing Rapid Vienna.Bloom expanded his football interests afte
  
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• Matos excited by options as Stewart eyes debut

  20-08-2026 17:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vitor Matos' Swansea began the new Championship season with a 2-1 win at Stoke last weekend[Huw Evans Picture Agency]Vitor Matos says he is "very excited" by his attacking options with new signing Ross Stewart fit to feature for the first time when Swansea City host Sheffield United on Saturday (15:00 BST).Stewart is available to make his debut against the Blades having gone through a mini-pre-season since arriving at Swansea a fortnight ago.The Scotland international joins Zan Vipotnik, the Cha
  
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• Arsenal considering winter move for Bournemouth’s Eli Junior Kroupi

  20-08-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal considering winter move for Bournemouth’s Eli Junior KroupiArsenal may be tempted to make a move to sign AFC Bournemouth’s Eli Junior Kroupi (20) next January, according to reports in The Independent.Identified as a target for the Gunners a few weeks ago, the Frenchman would certainly have been the subject of a transfer bid from the reigning English champions had he not picked up an injury during pre-season. However, the idea of bringing him to the Emirates Stadium does not s
  
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• 🎥 Ronaldinho has arrived in Ravenna: the dream has come true 😍

  20-08-2026 17:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Ronaldinho has arrived in Ravenna: the dream has come true 😍Ronaldinho’s football adventure has gained a chapter as surprising as it is captivating. As already reported a few weeks ago, at 46 years old the Brazilian superstar has arrived in Italy to begin his experience with Ravenna, a Serie C club that has signed him and in which he has also become a shareholder.Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 per month!Ronal
  
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• Lazio push for Hull target Pinamonti after Dieng move collapsed

  20-08-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lazio push for Hull target Pinamonti after Dieng move collapsedLazio have turned their attention back to Andrea Pinamonti after their move for free agent Bamba Dieng collapsed, with the Senegalese forward failing his medical due to a recurring knee issue.According to Calciomercato.com, the Biancocelesti have reopened talks with Sassuolo for Pinamonti, who scored nine goals and added three assists in 36 Serie A appearances last season.The Italy international, long on Lazio’s radar, has now
  
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• Mikel Arteta gives definitive Myles Lewis-Skelly transfer answer

  20-08-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikel Arteta gives definitive Myles Lewis-Skelly transfer answerThe Arsenal manager responded emphatically to speculation surrounding the 19-year-old before the Premier League opener against Coventry City.Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty ImagesMikel Arteta has moved to end speculation over Myles Lewis-Skelly‘s future, insisting he is “100 per cent” confident the teenager will remain an Arsenal player when the transfer window closes.The Arsenal manager gave the clearest indication y
  
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• 🚨 EA FC 27: Ligue 1's best players revealed!

  20-08-2026 17:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 EA FC 27: Ligue 1's best players revealed!EA Sports isn’t letting up and continues to reveal the player ratings for Europe’s five major leagues. This Thursday, it’s our good old Ligue 1’s turn to see the ratings of its representatives made official.Unsurprisingly, this ranking is dominated by PSG, which occupies the top 12 spots.Ousmane Dembélé and Vitinha are notably joint leaders with an overall rating of 90, just ahead of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.T
  
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• Pick of the stats: West Brom v Burnley

  20-08-2026 17:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]These sides will go into Sunday's game at The Hawthorns (12:00 BST) full of confidence.West Brom opened the campaign with a 2-1 win at Norwich City while Burnley came from 2-0 down at home to West Ham to claim a draw at Turf Moor.West Bromwich Albion are winless across each of their past seven league games against Burnley (D5 L2), since a 1-0 away win on matchday two of the 2017-18 Premier League campaign.Burnley lost each of their first six away meetings with West Bromwich Albion this cent
  
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• Just in: Manchester United call super-agent to enquire about Barcelona defender – Romano

  20-08-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Just in: Manchester United call super-agent to enquire about Barcelona defender – RomanoIn a key development, Fabrizio Romano reports that Manchester United have called super-agent Jorge Mendes to enquire about the situation of FC Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde.The Red Devils are in the market for a new left-back and have identified several players as potential recruits, including Newcastle United of Lewis Hall.However, with the Magpies closing the door on the Englishman, the Premier L
  
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• Hellberg's admiration for Boro legend Mowbray

  20-08-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Middlesbrough head coach Kim Hellberg has spoken of his admiration for former Boro boss Tony Mowbray ahead of their first meeting in the dugout.Hellberg's side head to Ewood Park on Saturday (15:00 BST) to face Blackburn, who are playing the first home game of Mowbray's second spell in charge of Rovers, more than nine years after his first began.The Saltburn-born 62-year-old played nearly 350 league games for Boro over an 11-year stay and also managed the club he grew up supporting from 2010 unt
  
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• Crystal Palace boss gives update on Adam Wharton’s future amid Man City links

  20-08-2026 17:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage expressed confidence Crystal Palace will retain Adam Wharton, while playing down reports of Wilfried Zaha returning to Selhurst Park, at his first press conference since taking charge of the Eagles.The former Lens manager, who was brought in to succeed Oliver Glasner in June, also addressed Palace’s transfer objectives, highlighting the need to secure a replacement for central defender Maxence Lacroix following his recent move to Chelsea.Manchester City a
  
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• Real Madrid set to earn €6 million as academy midfielder nears exit – report

  20-08-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid set to earn €6 million as academy midfielder nears exit – reportAccording to AS, Real Madrid and UD Almeria are close to reaching an agreement for the sale of midfielder Manuel Angel. The 22-year-old from Seville will play for the La Liga HyperMotion team next season. According to the report, the 22-year-old’s sale will see Real Madrid pocket €6 million in exchange for 50% of the midfielder’s rights, keeping with the trend that the club follow with academy
  
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• Nuno confident Piroe can make impact for Hammers

  20-08-2026 16:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Nuno Espirito Santo is confident Joel Piroe can make a major impact for West Ham following the striker's arrival on a season-long loan from Leeds.Piroe, 27, is available to make his debut in Saturday's London derby against Charlton."He's a different profile from the strikers we have," Hammers boss Nuno told BBC Radio London."He's a very good player - a talented player with experience in the league - and we are positive that he can help us."We are positive about all our players, but
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool unlikely to move for £100m-rated midfielder

  20-08-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool unlikely to move for £100m-rated midfielderLiverpool Transfer Latest: Adam Wharton Move Looks Unlikely Despite Curtis Jones ExitLiverpool appear set to close this window without adding a new midfielder, even with Curtis Jones moving towards Inter Milan. That is the clear line coming from Lewis Steele for the Daily Mail, and it fits the facts more than the noise.The headline name in this discussion is Adam Wharton. He has talent, he has profile, and he ticks the homegr
  
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• Jose Mourinho hints at positional change for Real Madrid star

  20-08-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho hints at positional change for Real Madrid starReal Madrid are in the final stages of their preparations for the 2026-27 campaign, which starts on Saturday against Espanyol. Jose Mourinho has had a productive first pre-season back at the Bernabeu, although it has not been perfect.On the whole, Real Madrid have managed to fill out their squad with necessary signings, such as Denzel Dumfries, Marc Cucurella and Yan Diomande. However, they have so far failed to sign a midfield control
  
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• Delap loses shirt number

  20-08-2026 16:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Chelsea striker Liam Delap has lost the number nine shirt at the club and is one of several players now training separately to the main squad.A number of players who could move before the transfer window closes on 1 September - including fellow forward Nicolas Jackson and winger Mykhailo Mudryk - are in a second training group at Cobham.But club sources insist it is nothing like the "bomb squad" approach taken last season when several players were frozen out.Chelsea are seeking £50 mi
  
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• Report: Man United facing major competition to sign 19-year-old defender

  20-08-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Man United facing major competition to sign 19-year-old defenderMan Utd Transfer Blow Looms as Atletico Madrid Move Fast for Jorge SalinasManchester United have a decision to make on Jorge Salinas, and they need to make it quickly. According to TeamTalk, Atletico Madrid are pressing ahead for the Racing Santander full-back and are trying to shut the door before United turn interest into action.The facts are straightforward. United have been tracking the 19-year-old for some time. Salinas
  
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• Fabregas coy on Kean rumours ahead of Como season opener: ‘We can’t get distracted’

  20-08-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabregas coy on Kean rumours ahead of Como season opener: ‘We can’t get distracted’Cesc Fabregas has stayed coy on talk of a late move for a new striker as Como prepare to open their Serie A campaign away at Udinese, insisting the club won’t let speculation disrupt their focus.With quotes via Tuttomercatoweb, the Como coach used his pre-match press conference to frame the season as a fresh start for a club stepping into unfamiliar territory.“It’s been a nice p
  
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• 🧨 Milan-Dias, Lazio-Esposito, Soulé sacrificed? Today's gossip 🤑

  20-08-2026 16:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🧨 Milan-Dias, Lazio-Esposito, Soulé sacrificed? Today's gossip 🤑Here we go: in just two days, the new Serie A season will kick off, and we can’t wait to follow it with you and, above all, to tell you all about it.Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 per month!We will of course continue to follow the transfer market as well, which has now entered its hottest phase: there are only eleven days left until the wind
  
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• Fans launch petition calling for Infantino to quit as Fifa urged to ‘start from scratch’

  20-08-2026 16:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Supporters' groups across the world have launched a petition demanding the resignation of Gianni Infantino as Fifa president, alongside a comprehensive overhaul of the governing body.The move comes as pressure builds on Infantino following his decision to abandon plans to seek private backing for a company designed to run Fifa competitions, including the men’s and women’s World Cups.In an open letter published last week, three continental confederations accused Infantino of "deceptio
  
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• Exeter need to be 'determined not desperate' - Taylor

  20-08-2026 16:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Exeter City boss Matt Taylor says his team need to be "determined, not desperate" after narrow defeats in their opening two matches.The Grecians conceded late goals in their 2-0 Carabao Cup first round defeat at local rivals Plymouth Argyle.Taylor's relegated side then lost their opening match back down in League Two 1-0 at promotion hopefuls Grimsby Town."I need to ease off the team in terms of the pressure and expectation, because we've got to be determined but not desperate," Taylor told BBC
  
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• Yan Diomande talks Mourinho, Drogba advice, Real Madrid pressure: ‘I am ready to die for Jose’

  20-08-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Yan Diomande talks Mourinho, Drogba advice, Real Madrid pressure: ‘I am ready to die for Jose’Real Madrid paid big money to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig this summer, bringing in the Ivory Coast winger for Jose Mourinho’s project.Diomande is coming off an incredible season in the Bundesliga, with the 19-year-old impressing one and all with his skill and trickery.All this prompted Los Blancos to pay close to €140 million to bring him to the Santiago Bernabeu.The teenage
  
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• Chelsea happy with Fernandez, says Alonso

  20-08-2026 16:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Enzo Fernandez joined Chelsea from Benfica for £107m in 2023 [Getty Images]Enzo Fernandez has shown a "really good attitude" since his return to Chelsea, says head coach Xabi Alonso, as speculation over the midfielder's future continues.Chelsea agreed with Fernandez's agent Javier Pastore in late May that the Argentina midfielder could leave for £120m, but set a deadline of 14 August for any bids.With last Friday's deadline passing without a formal offer, the Blues have told Fernande
  
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• Cancelo makes 'dream' Barca move after Al-Hilal exit

  20-08-2026 16:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Joao Cancelo made 23 appearances on loan with Barcelona last season [Getty Images]Portugal full-back Joao Cancelo has rejoined Barcelona on a permanent deal after his contract with Al-Hilal was mutually terminated.Cancelo left Manchester City to join the Saudi Pro League side on a three-year deal in 2024 but he ended last season on loan with Barca, helping them secure the La Liga title.After agreeing his departure from Al-Hilal, the 32-year-old became a free agent this summer and he has now retu
  
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• Why Freiburg are fitting opponents on Motherwell milestone

  20-08-2026 16:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Freiburg are fitting European opponents - and an inspiration - for Motherwell as the Fir Park club reach 10 years of fan ownership.Well Society director Derek Watson regards the Conference League play-off with the German side as the "pinnacle" of Motherwell's fan-owned journey so far."It's such a special occasion," Watson told BBC Radio Scotland."When you talk about fan ownership, the German model and probably Argentina are the two you look at as the best examples of that."Freiburg are a 100% fa
  
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• Crystal Palace 2026/27 Premier League preview: Eagles set for a tough campaign under Sage

  20-08-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Crystal Palace 2026/27 Premier League preview: Eagles set for a tough campaign under SageCrystal Palace will enter the 2026/27 Premier League season with an air of uncertainty hanging over them after the most successful period in their history.Winning the FA Cup and Europa Conference League gave Palace fans memories they can cherish for a lifetime, but they may be brought back down to earth this term.Pierre Sage has been tasked with building on the foundations laid by predecessor Oliver Glasner,
  
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