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• Xabi Alonso defends Robert Sanchez after Chelsea warned goalkeeping errors will ‘haunt’ title charge

  24-08-2026 23:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso defended goalkeeper Robert Sanchez after two errors in the Blues’ Premier League win over Fulham.The Alonso era began with an all-out attacking display and excellent performances from the front three of Joao Pedro, Cole Palmer and £117m summer signing Morgan Rogers, who all got on the scoresheet at Craven Cottage.But Chelsea were also exposed defensively and Sanchez was twice punished for mistakes as Fulham fought back.Josh King fired home an equaliser aft
  
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• 🚨 Copa Sudamericana quarter-final ties confirmed

  27-08-2026 05:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Copa Sudamericana quarter-final ties confirmedEverything is set for the next stage of the Copa Sudamericana! The quarterfinal matchups have been decided after Independiente Santa Fe’s victory over River Plate at El Monumental.Santos vs Atlético MineiroSanta Fe vs Vasco da GamaBoca Juniors vs São pauloPCienciano vs TorqueThe quarterfinal matches will be played over two legs, between September 9 and 16.This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligenc
  
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• Rafael Leão set to choose between Galatasaray and Aston Villa as Milan farewell looms

  27-08-2026 05:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rafael Leão set to choose between Galatasaray and Aston Villa as Milan farewell loomsAccording to an update by journalist Daniele Longo, Milan star Rafael Leão is set to choose between Turkish outfit Galatasaray and Premier League side Aston Villa in the next few hours.An earlier report on Get Italian Football News reveals that Galatasaray have moved on to pay Milan’s asking price of €45 million plus bonuses. They are also ready to hand Leão a contract which will
  
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• 🚨 Coudet won't face the press

  27-08-2026 05:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Coudet won't face the pressEduardo Coudet will not appear at the press conference after River’s catastrophic elimination from the Copa Sudamericana at the hands of Independiente Santa Fe.
  The coach’s future is up in the air, since after the match against Tigre he cast doubt on his continuity by saying that if he was hurting River, he would step aside.The absence of “Chacho” tonight only fuels rumors of his possible departure, especially because of his numbers in
  
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• 🚨 Line-ups for América v Columbus Crew

  27-08-2026 04:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Line-ups for América v Columbus CrewAmérica returns to Leagues Cup action in a do-or-die match against Columbus Crew. There are no second chances to secure a spot in the competition’s quarterfinals.América Starting XIColumbus Crew Starting XIDon’t miss the details with OneFootball.This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
  
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• Mourinho talks Mbappe, Vinicius and fan unrest after Real Madrid 4-1 Real Sociedad

  27-08-2026 04:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho talks Mbappe, Vinicius and fan unrest after Real Madrid 4-1 Real SociedadReal Madrid have recorded back-to-back wins at the start of the 2026-27 season, having defeated Real Sociedad 4-1 at the Bernabeu on Wednesday. It was not a particularly great performance at times from Los Blancos, but they got the job done – and it means they still top of the table at this early stage of the campaign.As per Diario AS, head coach Jose Mourinho spoke to the media after the match to dissect eve
  
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• Federico Valverde talks up Kylian Mbappe after hat-trick in Real Sociedad victory – “We have to enjoy him”

  27-08-2026 04:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Federico Valverde talks up Kylian Mbappe after hat-trick in Real Sociedad victory – “We have to enjoy him”Real Madrid rose to the top of the La Liga table on Wednesday after recording a 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad at the Bernabeu. Kylian Mbappe (x3) and Vinicius Junior got the goals for Jose Mourinho’s side, who have started the new campaign with back-to-back wins.It was not a vintage performance from Real Madrid – as Mourinho himself made clear after the match &
  
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• Vasco overcomes red card to beat Vitória in first-leg Copa do Brasil tie

  27-08-2026 04:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vasco overcomes red card to beat Vitória in first-leg Copa do Brasil tieVasco took the advantage over Vitória in the race for a place in the Copa do Brasil semifinals.Even playing with one man down for almost the entire match, Cruzmaltino won 1-0 this Wednesday (26) at São Januário.Andrés Gómez, with a brilliant individual play, scored the only goal of the match in the second half.Cauan Barros was sent off with a straight red card in the 18th minute, lea
  
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• Vasco overcome red card to beat Vitória in Copa do Brasil first leg 🎥

  27-08-2026 04:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vasco overcome red card to beat Vitória in Copa do Brasil first leg 🎥Vasco took the lead over Vitória in the race for a spot in the Copa do Brasil semifinals.Even playing with one man down for almost the entire match, Cruzmaltino won 1-0 this Wednesday (26) at São Januário.Andrés Gómez, with a brilliant individual play, scored the game’s only goal in the second half.Cauan Barros was sent off with a straight red card in the 18th minute, givi
  
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• Palmeiras beat Santos to take big Copa do Brasil advantage, watch 🎥

  27-08-2026 04:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Palmeiras beat Santos to take big Copa do Brasil advantage, watch 🎥Palmeiras took a big step forward in the fight for a place in the Copa do Brasil semifinals.Playing at home, Verdão won the derby against Santos 3-0 this Wednesday (26) in another inspired night from Flaco López.Just like against Vasco last Sunday (23), the Argentine striker scored twice in the match.Andreas Pereira also got on the scoresheet, in a game that could have ended with an even bigger advantage if
  
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• Palmeiras beat Santos, take big lead in Copa do Brasil; watch 🎥

  27-08-2026 04:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Palmeiras beat Santos, take big lead in Copa do Brasil; watch 🎥Palmeiras took a big step forward in the fight for a place in the Copa do Brasil semifinals.Playing at home, Verdão won the derby against Santos 3-0 this Wednesday (26) in another inspired night from Flaco López.Just like against Vasco last Sunday (23), the Argentine striker scored twice in the match.Andreas Pereira also got on the scoresheet in a game that could have ended with an even bigger margin if Palmeira
  
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• 🚨 Atlético Nacional - Deportivo Cali line-ups confirmed

  27-08-2026 03:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Atlético Nacional - Deportivo Cali line-ups confirmedAtlético Nacional and Deportivo Cali return to Liga Dimayor action as they face off on matchday seven of the group stage. Los Verdolagas come into this clash on a high after beating Fortaleza on Sunday, while Los Verdiblancos also need a win following their draw against Bogotá.Nacional Starting XIDeportivo Cali Starting XIDon’t miss the details with OneFootball.This article was translated into English by Ar
  
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• 🚨 Official: Pantera Zúñiga out for América

  27-08-2026 02:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: Pantera Zúñiga out for AméricaIn a statement, Club América confirmed Raúl “Pantera” Zúñiga’s absence due to an injury that required surgery.“Club América reports that Raúl Zúñiga suffered a cartilage injury to the medial condyle, which was successfully treated with surgery,” the Azulcrema side said.Although Las Águilas did not specify how long the player will be o
  
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• 📋 Palmeiras and Santos named for Copa do Brasil derby

  27-08-2026 01:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Palmeiras and Santos named for Copa do Brasil derbyPalmeiras and Santos have announced their lineups for the all-São Paulo clash in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals.The first leg takes place this Wednesday (26) at Nubank Parque. The return leg is scheduled for next Wednesday (2) at Vila Belmiro.Whoever advances from this matchup will face Vasco or Vitória in the semifinal.OneFootball is broadcasting Palmeiras vs Santos and all other Copa Betano do Brasil matches internati
  
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• 📋 Palmeiras and Santos line up for Copa do Brasil derby

  27-08-2026 01:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Palmeiras and Santos line up for Copa do Brasil derbyPalmeiras and Santos have announced their lineups to kick off the all-São Paulo clash in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals.The first leg takes place this Wednesday (26) at Nubank Parque. The return leg is scheduled for next Wednesday (2) at Vila Belmiro.Whoever advances from this matchup will face Vasco or Vitória in the semifinals.OneFootball is broadcasting Palmeiras vs Santos and all other Copa Betano do Brasil matche
  
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• Guendouzi confronted on pitch after Fenerbahce win

  27-08-2026 01:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Champions LeagueOlympique Lyonnais (2) 1 - 2 (3) Fenerbahçe FTMatteo Guendouzi was at the centre of heated scenes at full-time following Fenerbahce's 2-1 win against Lyon in the Champions League play-offs second leg. With a 3-2 aggregate victory, the Turkish side booked their place in the Champions League for the first time since 2008-09.After a 1-1 draw in the first leg, Vedat Muriqi and Archie Brown scored for Fenerbahce as a second-half goal from Malick Fofana proved not enough fo
  
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• 📋 Vasco and Vitória named for Copa do Brasil showdown

  27-08-2026 01:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Vasco and Vitória named for Copa do Brasil showdownVasco and Vitória have announced their lineups to start the Copa do Brasil quarterfinal clash.The first leg, this Wednesday (26), will be played at São Januário stadium. The return leg is scheduled for next Wednesday (2) at Barradão.Whoever advances from this tie will face Palmeiras or Santos in the semifinal.OneFootball is broadcasting Vasco x Vitória and all the other Copa Betano do Brasil ma
  
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• 📋 Vasco and Vitória named for Copa do Brasil clash

  27-08-2026 01:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Vasco and Vitória named for Copa do Brasil clashVasco and Vitória have announced their starting lineups for the Copa do Brasil quarterfinal clash.The first leg takes place this Wednesday (26) at São Januário Stadium. The return leg is scheduled for next Wednesday (2) at Barradão.Whoever advances from this tie will face Palmeiras or Santos in the semifinal.OneFootball is streaming Vasco vs Vitória and all other Copa Betano do Brasil matches inte
  
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• 🤣 X1 on or not? Neymar back in the spotlight, sparks jokes

  27-08-2026 01:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤣 X1 on or not? Neymar back in the spotlight, sparks jokesNeymar has once again become the center of attention on social media.Over the past few days, Santos’ number 10 got into a war of words with 69-year-old journalist Fábio Sormani.The argument has already involved criticism, insults, and has also “gifted” us with jokes about the situation.The story began with a comment after Santos’ draw against Mirassol last Sunday (23).The journalist said Neymar can&r
  
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• 'Mini-Rodri' Gonzalez shown he will be loved at Newcastle

  27-08-2026 00:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico Gonzalez wanted to feel loved. He certainly did so at St James' Park on Wednesday night after completing his £52m move from Manchester City.Newcastle United's new signing was handed a rapturous welcome before he even kicked a ball for the club as supporters repeatedly chanted his name.The sight of Gonzalez walking out at the sold-out stadium before the 3-2 win against West Bromwich Albion in the Carabao Cup second round was a welcome one for head coach Matthias Jaissle, who desperatel
  
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• Champions League draw: Start time, teams, confirmed pots and how to watch

  27-08-2026 00:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Champions League is almost back and this afternoon sees the league phase draw confirmed with a ceremony in Monaco. Three months on from Paris Saint-Germain retaining their title on penalties against Arsenal in Budapest, this season’s competition takes shape, as each of the 36 teams discovers their eight league phase matches. Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United, Aston Villa and Liverpool are the English teams involved, but there is no Celtic – the Scottish champions crashe
  
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• Peterborough sign Fylde striker Ormerod

  27-08-2026 00:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Danny Ormerod (29) made his AFC Fylde debut as a 17-year-old [Shutterstock]Peterborough United have signed striker Danny Ormerod from AFC Fylde for a fee of at least £600,000.The 20-year-old has agreed a long-term contract with the League One club having scored 31 goals for Fylde last season as they won the National League North title."The agreement with Peterborough United represents a guaranteed fee of £600,000, alongside a substantial future sell-on clause," the National League cl
  
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• When is the UEFA Champions League draw? How to watch live, pots, teams qualified, full details

  27-08-2026 00:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The UEFA Champions League draw for the league phase takes place this week, with this stage of the competition a lot of fun as teams will find out who they are playing and when. It's fair to say the new format for the league phase has been a huge hit and has breathed new life into this group stage of the Champions League.MORE — Premier League scheduleFive Premier League teams are in the Champions League this season, with Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United, Aston Villa, and Liverpoo
  
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• Andy Robertson set for Liverpool return as Tottenham head to Anfield in Carabao Cup

  27-08-2026 00:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andy Robertson will return to Anfield for the first time as Liverpool host Tottenham in the third round of the Carabao Cup. The Scotland captain joined Spurs on a free transfer this summer after nine successful years at Liverpool, where he became one of the world’s best left backs and a fan favourite. The 32-year-old is now set for an emotional return to Liverpool in September when Andoni Iraola’s side host Roberto De Zerbi’s new-look side in the pick of the third-round draw. R
  
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• Thierno Barry leads confident Everton to reflect David Moyes’ Carabao Cup mission

  26-08-2026 23:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  More than 1,200 matches into his managerial career, David Moyes has a lengthier past than most. As he made his return to the place where it all began, it did not come back to bite him. It is more than 24 years since Moyes left Preston for Everton. A belated first return for a competitive game – though he has often been spotted in the crowd – brought applause from the Preston faithful before and after an Everton rout.“I loved being back,” said Moyes. It was a happy homecom
  
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• Line-up set! See all clubs in the Champions League phase

  26-08-2026 23:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Line-up set! See all clubs in the Champions League phaseThe final teams to qualify for the 2026/27 Champions League league phase were confirmed this Wednesday (26).Seven clubs secured their spots this week after coming through the final playoff round.The biggest clash was between Fenerbahce and Lyon, with the Turkish side coming out on top and returning to the main phase of the Champions League for the first time in 18 years.Slovan Bratislava (Slovakia), AEK Athens (Greece), LASK (Austria), Saba
  
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• Here are the 36 clubs in next season's Champions League 🇪🇺

  26-08-2026 23:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Here are the 36 clubs in next season's Champions League 🇪🇺36 contenders to succeed PSG.Just a few hours before the much-anticipated Champions League draw, the final lineup of 36 teams for the 2026-2027 league phase was officially completed after the second legs of the playoffs this Wednesday.While the first wave of matches brought the heroic qualification of Austria’s LASK, the return of Norway’s Bodø/Glimt, and the unprecedented feat of Azerbaijan’s Saba
  
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• Mbappe Gets A Perfect 10 | Real Madrid Players Rated In Dominant Win Vs Real Sociedad

  26-08-2026 23:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mbappe Gets A Perfect 10 | Real Madrid Players Rated In Dominant Win Vs Real SociedadReal Madrid entertained Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result at home in La Liga. Los Blancos made a decent start to the game and got their noses ahead in the 40th minute when Kylian Mbappe found the back of the net. However, Luka Sucic equalised for the visitors just four minutes later as the two teams went into the half-time break with a 1-1 scorel
  
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• Liverpool Have Made An Enquiry For This Lille Talent: Should Iraola Move In For Him?

  26-08-2026 23:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Have Made An Enquiry For This Lille Talent: Should Iraola Move In For Him?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey claimed that Liverpool have made an enquiry for Lille talent Matias Fernandez-Pardo. It has been mentioned that the Reds are facing competition from Manchester City and Aston Villa in the race to land the Belgian forward, who is being valued at €70m by the French club.Fernandez-Pardo’s Impressive Numbers In Ligue 1Fernandez-Pardo enjoyed an impressive campai
  
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• 🚨 Play-offs decided! These 36 teams will play in the Champions League

  26-08-2026 23:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Play-offs decided! These 36 teams will play in the Champions LeagueThe final four tickets for the 2026/27 Champions League season have just been awarded. These 36 teams will compete for the coveted trophy starting on September 8.BelgiumClub BruggeSlovakiaSlovan BratislavaGreeceAEK AthensTurkeyGalatasaray Istanbul, Fenerbahce UkraineShakhtar DonetskCzech RepublicSlavia PragueNorwayFK Bodö/Glimt, Viking StavangerAustriaLASKAzerbaijanSabah FK MasazirPortugalFC Porto, Sporting LisbonN
  
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