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Arsenal vs Chelsea: Eight players in doubt for Premier League Emirates showdown
Arsenal could be without up to five first-team players for Sunday's Premier League clash with Chelsea at Emirates Stadium, while Moises Caicedo's fitness is also a concern for Xabi Alonso's visitors.
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Nienaber rules out Leinster role as Springbok reunion with Erasmus edges closer
Jacques Nienaber appears out of the running to succeed Leo Cullen at Leinster, with reports from South Africa suggesting the 2023 World Cup-winning coach could return home and reunite with Rassie Erasmus in pursuit of a third consecutive title.
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Mbappé's Missed Penalty Against Betis: Bartra Knew the Rule That Changed Everything
Real Madrid's defeat at Betis (0-1) sparked controversy over Marc Bartra's position during Kylian Mbappé's missed penalty in added time. The regulations, however, clearly vindicate the Seville defender.
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Parrott's late strike ends Mourinho's Real Madrid return with first defeat
Troy Parrott came off the bench to score in the 81st minute as Real Betis ended Real Madrid's perfect La Liga start, with Alvaro Valles sealing the win by saving a stoppage-time Kylian Mbappe penalty.
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Mourinho returns to same £17k-a-month La Finca mansion for second Real Madrid spell
Jose Mourinho has moved back into the exact gated-community mansion he occupied during his first Real Madrid tenure, with the 1,400 sq metre La Finca property costing around £17,000 per month as he begins his second spell in charge.
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Baleba, Ugarte and De Ligt among eight absentees as United travel to Everton
Manchester United face Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium without at least eight players, including £70m summer signing Carlos Baleba, Manuel Ugarte, Matthijs de Ligt, and Tom Heaton, though Luke Shaw and Mason Mount are expected to return.
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Moyes reveals he has never spoken to Everton owner Friedkin after striker search collapses
David Moyes has admitted he has never had direct contact with Friedkin Group chief Dan Friedkin, as Everton were left with a single senior striker after a chaotic deadline day saw a £40m move for Folarin Balogun fall apart.
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Montoya urges Red Bull to keep Lawson for Madrid as Hadjar's wrist injury lingers
Juan Pablo Montoya says Red Bull should extend Liam Lawson's stint into the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, arguing the new circuit makes it too risky to rush Isack Hadjar back from a wrist injury.
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Six goals from nine shots on target: Safonov under pressure after PSG's defeat to Monaco
PSG lost to Monaco (1-2) on Friday night and have taken just two points from three Ligue 1 matches. Goalkeeper Matvey Safonov, who has conceded six goals from nine shots on target this season, faces mounting criticism despite public support from Luis Enrique.
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Fernandez and Nunes cleared for Coventry as Doku faces two more weeks out
Manchester City have been handed a double fitness boost ahead of Saturday's home clash with Coventry, with Enzo Fernandez and Matheus Nunes both confirmed fit by Enzo Maresca. Jeremy Doku remains sidelined with a calf injury and is not expected back until mid-September.
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Jay Emmanuel-Thomas on rebuilding life after jail: 'It's a long journey'
Former Arsenal and QPR forward Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, 35, has returned to football after serving time for a cannabis importation charge. Released on parole in July 2025, he is playing non-league football and preparing for a charity boxing bout against Nile Ranger.
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United face five absentees for Everton trip as Baleba and Ugarte remain sidelined
Manchester United travel to Everton on Sunday with a clutch of injury concerns, including summer signing Carlos Baleba's ankle problem and Manuel Ugarte's long-term knee injury. Amad Diallo is also a doubt, while Luke Shaw and Mason Mount are pushing to return.
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Mbappé misses decisive penalty in extra time as Real Madrid stumble at Betis
Kylian Mbappé had his worst night in a Real Madrid shirt on Friday in Seville, missing a decisive penalty in extra time and squandering numerous clear-cut chances as the Merengues fell to defeat at Betis (1-0) in the opening match of Liga's fourth matchday.
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Putellas marks WSL debut with victory as London City edge Manchester United 2-1
Alexia Putellas celebrated her first Women's Super League win as London City Lionesses beat Manchester United 2-1 at the Copperjax Community Stadium in Bromley, with Julia Zigiotti's own goal and a Danielle van de Donk flick sealing the points.
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PSG suffer home defeat to Monaco, worst start since 2007
Beaten 1-2 by AS Monaco at Parc des Princes on Friday evening, Luis Enrique's side have yet to win in Ligue 1 this season. An unprecedented winless start since the Paul Le Guen era in 2007-2008.
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Bayern Munich could include €150-250m release clause in Olise's new contract
According to journalist Christian Falk, Bayern Munich is considering including a very high release clause in Michael Olise's contract extension, with the French winger's salary remaining below that of Kane and Musiala.
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Free after fourteen years with France, Deschamps favourite to land Saudi Arabia job
After leaving the French national team following the 2026 World Cup, Didier Deschamps is now available. British bookmakers have made a Saudi club the most likely destination for his return to management.
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Lampard scored against Chelsea a month after joining Man City — and called it a proud moment
Frank Lampard broke his promise never to join another Premier League club when he signed for Manchester City in 2014, then netted in a 1-1 draw against Chelsea — leaving best friend John Terry struggling to process the sight of his long-term colleague in different colours.
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The 30 Ballon d'Or 2026 nominees unveiled Tuesday, ceremony in London on October 26
France Football will announce Tuesday the 30 players in contention for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, in a context dominated by Spain's World Cup victory. The 70th edition ceremony will be held in London on October 26, a first.
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Laslandes sent off in one minute against Beckham: Aimé Jacquet in shock
At 55 years old, Lilian Laslandes recalls his lightning-quick expulsion during Bordeaux-Manchester United in March 2000, two yellow cards in one minute including a tackle on David Beckham, witnessed by Aimé Jacquet.
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