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Senegal to appeal CAF decision over 2025 AFCON final at CAS
The Court of Arbitration for Sport will hear Senegal's challenge to CAF's decision that awarded Morocco a 3-0 win after the controversial 2025 AFCON final; a verdict is not expecte
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Clubs alarmed by PM Andy Burnham's remarks on Man City appeal
Several Premier League clubs say Andy Burnham's comments about Manchester City's guilty verdict risked politicising the club's independent appeal and prompted calls for transparenc
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Guardiola posts show of support after Manchester City guilty verdicts
Pep Guardiola, now a City Football Group ambassador, offered public backing for Manchester City after the club was found guilty of financial rule‑breaking; City are appealing.
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Scottish Premiership passing and possession rise as teams adopt more expansive style
Early Opta data suggests the Scottish Premiership is shifting toward short-passing, higher-possession football after last season's Motherwell and Falkirk examples.
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Liverpool academy links with Iraola, strict rules and recent youth exits
Alex Inglethorpe outlines Liverpool academy’s pathway to the first team, strict daily routines including phone hand-ins and a car engine cap, and recent youth transfers.
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Mike Cave: Brighton's data-led recruitment and transfer planning
Brighton sporting director Mike Cave tells BBC Sport how data-driven recruitment, loan-to-buy deals and transfer planning feature in the club's rise and financial approach.
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Ronaldo's statement after Jorge Jesus fallout and Zidane's France start debated
BBC podcast discusses Cristiano Ronaldo's lengthy statement after a fallout with Jorge Jesus, Zinedine Zidane's early France start, Messi's international goodbye and Spain's evolut
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Man Utd and Liverpool expected to battle for Adrien Truffert amid £60m valuation
Manchester United are expected to face competition from Liverpool for Bournemouth left-back Adrien Truffert, valued at about £60m. Plus the latest transfer and contract rumours.
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Juventus insist Kenan Yildiz is not for sale amid Arsenal interest
Juventus say they will not sell Kenan Yildiz after handing him a long-term deal, despite Arsenal interest and reports of a potential £85m approach; the winger is recovering from a
3 days ago
Joao Pedro doubtful for Chelsea's home clash with Bournemouth
Chelsea striker Joao Pedro may miss Saturday's Premier League game with Bournemouth after an edema in his knee; he saw a specialist but no clear update has followed.
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Southampton boss Tonda Eckert handed suspended six-week ban in Spygate
An FA regulatory commission gave Southampton manager Tonda Eckert a suspended six-week ban over the Spygate scandal. BBC Football Daily guests discuss the ruling.
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Declan Rice reported close to signing new long-term Arsenal contract
BBC Sport reports Declan Rice is on the verge of a new long-term deal at Arsenal, with wages reportedly set to rise from about £240,000/week toward Bukayo Saka's £350,000/week.
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Scott McTominay resumes Napoli training after heart ablation
Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay has returned to Napoli training after a successful ablation procedure in Manchester; diagnostic tests showed he is fit to play.
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Liverpool and Man United linked with Bournemouth left-back Adrien Truffert
Adrien Truffert has been linked with Liverpool and Manchester United after his France debut; Bournemouth are reportedly prepared to sell for around £60m next summer.
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Pep Guardiola expected to return to Etihad for Man City v PSG
Pep Guardiola is expected at the Etihad for Man City v PSG on 14 Oct — his first visit since leaving the club, coming after an independent commission found City guilty of Premier L
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Wales winger Rabbi Matondo signs short-term deal with Hibernian
Rabbi Matondo has joined Hibernian until the end of the season with an option for a further year after a trial at Easter Road, manager Marink Reedijk confirms.
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Jules Kounde intent on staying at Barcelona amid Chelsea and Arsenal interest
Barcelona defender Jules Kounde says he plans to remain at the club and fight for his place despite limited starts this season and reported interest from Chelsea and Arsenal.
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Man United monitored Tchouameni after Real reportedly open to sale next summer
Manchester United remain interested in Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni after missing out this summer; AS say Madrid may prefer to sell him in 2026 for around £80m.
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