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UEFA Champions League 2026/27 draw set for Monaco on Thursday at 5pm UK time
The official league phase draw for the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League takes place on Thursday, August 27 at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco. Proceedings begin at 5pm UK time (18:00 CET), with UEFA deputy secretary general Giorgio Marchetti overseeing the ceremony.
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Cherki Under Zidane: World Cup Attitude Jeopardizes France Future
Despite two assists for Manchester City against Bournemouth, Rayan Cherki faces a serious handicap under Zinédine Zidane: his immature behavior during the North American World Cup continues to weigh on his standing with the national team.
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Tolisso slams Guendouzi over provocations that inflamed OL-Fenerbahçe aftermath
Eliminated from the Ligue des Champions by Fenerbahçe (1-2) on Wednesday at Groupama Stadium, OL saw the evening spiral after the final whistle, with Matteo Guendouzi multiplying provocative gestures toward the Lyon crowd.
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PSG, Barcelona and a Rashford reunion: Man United's worst possible Champions League draw
Manchester United return to the Champions League for the first time since December 2023, and Thursday's draw in Nyon could hand Michael Carrick's side a brutal run of opponents including PSG, Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund.
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Zidane leaves Kolo Muani out of first squad, backs Lepaul in attack
For his first selection as France manager in September, Zinédine Zidane is not expected to recall Randal Kolo Muani, who was absent from the 2026 World Cup squad, and will reportedly prefer Estéban Lepaul instead.
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Hat-trick against Real Sociedad: Mourinho completely won over by a 'crazy' Mbappé
Kylian Mbappé scored a hat-trick on Wednesday evening as Real Madrid secured a convincing 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad. José Mourinho praised the French striker's 'perfect' performance from start to finish and highlighted his World Cup goal-scoring record of 22 goals.
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UEFA rule bars Arsenal from Inter away draw and Liverpool from hosting Real Madrid again
A new UEFA regulation for the 2026/27 Champions League prevents the same fixture being played at the same venue in three consecutive seasons, ruling out Arsenal travelling to the San Siro and Liverpool hosting Real Madrid at Anfield.
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Zirkzee expects to leave United before deadline as Balde opts to stay at Barcelona
Joshua Zirkzee anticipates departing Manchester United before the September 1 transfer deadline, with Juventus among the clubs interested. Meanwhile, left-back target Alejandro Balde has informed Barcelona he wants to remain at the club, complicating United's defensive search.
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Liverpool's approach for Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr rebuffed as Barcola pursuit continues
Liverpool have had an initial approach for Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr turned down, according to The Athletic, with under a week remaining in the transfer window. The Reds continue to pursue PSG's Bradley Barcola as their primary attacking target.
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Roberto Martinez offers his services to Algeria, disrupting Poyet talks
As the Algerian Football Federation prepared to appoint Gustavo Poyet, Roberto Martinez spontaneously offered his services to take charge of the Fennecs, even accepting a reduction in his salary demands.
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Guendouzi makes 'Jul' gesture at Lyon fans, sparks mass brawl after Fenerbahçe win
After Fenerbahçe's 2-1 victory over Lyon at Groupama Stadium, Mattéo Guendouzi made provocative gestures toward the home supporters, triggering a mass brawl involving players and staff from both clubs.
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Vieira refuses to take office in Senegal before contract is signed
Appointed Senegal head coach on August 18, Patrick Vieira has not yet officially taken up his position. The 1998 World Cup winner is conditioning his first public appearance on the finalization of his contract with the FSF.
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Balde chooses to stay at Barcelona as Zirkzee expects United exit before deadline
Manchester United's pursuit of Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde has collapsed after the Spain international told the club he wants to remain at the Camp Nou. Separately, striker Joshua Zirkzee is expected to leave Old Trafford before the September 1 transfer deadline.
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Arsenal's Alvarez pursuit intensifies as Atletico release angry Barcelona statement
Atletico Madrid have declared a "0% chance" of selling Julian Alvarez to Barcelona, potentially clearing the path for Arsenal. A swap deal involving Gunners players is also emerging as the transfer deadline approaches.
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Chelsea eye Alex Scott signing and £270m in sales to close a hectic transfer window
Chelsea have already spent around £350m this summer but now face an urgent need to sell, with over 39 senior players on the books ahead of the Premier League's 25-man registration deadline on September 1.
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Mbappé hat-trick fires Real Madrid to 4-1 demolition of Real Sociedad in La Liga
Kylian Mbappé opened his La Liga account in emphatic fashion on Wednesday, scoring three times as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad 4-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu, with Jude Bellingham contributing two assists.
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Robertson set for emotional Anfield return as Spurs draw Liverpool in Carabao Cup third round
Andy Robertson will face his former club Liverpool in the Carabao Cup third round after joining Tottenham on a free transfer this summer. The draw also pits Coventry against Aston Villa in a Midlands derby and sends Arsenal to Ipswich.
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Tottenham crushes Charlton 5-1 in League Cup and silences critics
Under pressure after a 3-0 opening defeat to Brentford in the Premier League, Roberto De Zerbi saw his Spurs dominate Charlton 5-1 in the League Cup and qualify for the round of 16.
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Liverpool drawn against Tottenham in Carabao Cup third round
The Carabao Cup third round draw has been made, with Liverpool hosting Tottenham as the standout tie. Arsenal travel to Ipswich, while Manchester United host Brighton among the 16 fixtures.
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Chelsea weigh move for Emi Martinez as Aston Villa seek £10m exit before deadline
Chelsea are considering a move for Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez after Aston Villa made him available following their £27m signing of Zion Suzuki. The 33-year-old World Cup winner has also attracted interest from Manchester United, Juventus, Atlético Madrid and Galatasaray.
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