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Arsenal have blocked a loan move for Viktor Gyökeres to AC Milan
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Arsenal have blocked a loan move for Viktor Gyökeres to AC Milan

Arsenal have refused to sanction a loan deal for striker Viktor Gyökeres to AC Milan, insisting any exit would have to be a permanent transfer that allows them to sign a replacement. The stance, r

28 Sept 2026
ArsenalEnglish Premier League
Nigeria’s Resilience on Display: Super Eagles Defeat Madagascar in AFCON 2027 Qualifier Opener
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Nigeria’s Resilience on Display: Super Eagles Defeat Madagascar in AFCON 2027 Qualifier Opener

Nigeria secured their opening AFCON 2027 qualifier win with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Madagascar, proving their hunger for qualification with late goals from debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor.

27 Sept 2026
Football
Former Stoke City manager Tony Pulis has said he feels “cheated” after Manchester City’s guilty verdict
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Former Stoke City manager Tony Pulis has said he feels “cheated” after Manchester City’s guilty verdict

Former Stoke City manager Tony Pulis has said he feels “cheated” by Manchester City after an independent Premier League commission reportedly found the club guilty of 114 of 115 financial charges,

27 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueManchester City
A substitute’s late strike secured Greece’s 1-0…
FIFA WORLD CUP

A substitute’s late strike secured Greece’s 1-0…

A substitute’s late strike secured Greece’s 1-0 win over Jurgen Klopp’s Germany in the Nations League, while Ireland’s players honored Gaza with black armbands in their match against Israel. The results mark a rare triumph for Greece and underscore the emotional weight of football in times of crisis.

27 Sept 2026
FIFA World CupFootballGermany
‘He did so much for everyone’: Antonin Kinsky’s heartfelt tribute to the man who shaped his career after Ludek Miklosko’s passing
ENGLISH WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE

‘He did so much for everyone’: Antonin Kinsky’s heartfelt tribute to the man who shaped his career after Ludek Miklosko’s passing

Tottenham and Czech Republic goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky has paid an emotional tribute to former West Ham United goalkeeper Ludek Miklosko, who died at 64 after a battle with cancer. Speaking ahead o

27 Sept 2026
Antonin KinskyEnglish Womens Super LeagueLudek Miklosko
Manchester City found guilty on 114 of 115 charges: what we know, what’s next, and why stripping titles remains unlikely
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Manchester City found guilty on 114 of 115 charges: what we know, what’s next, and why stripping titles remains unlikely

Manchester City have been found guilty of the vast majority of the Premier League’s 115 financial charges, but the case is far from over. An independent commission has reportedly upheld 114 charges

27 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueManchester City
Republic of Ireland crush Israel 3-0 in Nations League statement win
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Republic of Ireland crush Israel 3-0 in Nations League statement win

A dominant first-half display saw the Republic of Ireland secure their first victory in the UEFA Nations League, ending Israel’s recent losing streak with a 3-0 demolition in Debrecen. The match, played before a reduced crowd, highlighted Ireland’s clinical finish and tactical resilience in a politically charged fixture.

27 Sept 2026
Football
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ENGLISH WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE

Tottenham Hotspur Linked to Shock January Pursuit of Barcelona Star Dani Olmo

Intermediaries have approached Tottenham as part of a surprising January bid for Barcelona’s Dani Olmo. The Premier League side could secure the Spanish playmaker if the deal materialises before the winter window closes.

27 Sept 2026
BarcelonaEnglish Womens Super LeagueSpanish La Liga
Craig Bellamy’s Wales suffered a second straight…
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Craig Bellamy’s Wales suffered a second straight…

Craig Bellamy’s Wales suffered a second straight Nations League defeat, this time a 2-0 humiliation at Denmark’s hands, leaving them bottom of Group A4 with no points or goals in their opening two matches. The Danish dominance exposed Wales’ struggles as they face an uphill battle to avoid relegation.

27 Sept 2026
Football
Fernandes, Gakpo & Dorgu: Three Premier League Stars Collapse in Nations League Action
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Fernandes, Gakpo & Dorgu: Three Premier League Stars Collapse in Nations League Action

Bruno Fernandes, Cody Gakpo and Patrick Dorgu have all suffered season-ending injuries during international duty, leaving their clubs in precarious positions as the Nations League intensifies. The timing could not be worse for Manchester United and Liverpool as they navigate a critical stretch of domestic competition.

27 Sept 2026
Football
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Football
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Medeama SC Claim Victory in Ghana Premier League Match

Medeama SC recorded a 4‑1 win in their 2026/27 Ghana Premier League fixture at the Tarkwa and Aboso Stadium on Sunday, marking an early-season triumph for the club. While detailed minute‑by‑minu

27 Sept 2026
Basake Holy StarsBechem UnitedBibiani Gold Stars
Former Manchester City Chairman David Bernstein Warns of Drastic Sanctions After Club Found Guilty of 114 Financial Charges
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Former Manchester City Chairman David Bernstein Warns of Drastic Sanctions After Club Found Guilty of 114 Financial Charges

An independent commission has concluded that Manchester City breached Premier League financial regulations on 114 of the 115 charges brought against the club. The findings, which cover alleged violati

27 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsDavid BernsteinKhaldoon Al Mubarak
Lamine Yamal: The 17-Year-Old Who Plays for Love, Not the Money
FIFA WORLD CUP

Lamine Yamal: The 17-Year-Old Who Plays for Love, Not the Money

At just 17, Lamine Yamal has become football’s most valuable player—yet his focus remains on the game, not the numbers. A rare voice in modern football, the Barcelona and Spain star reveals what truly drives him as his market value hits €200 million.

27 Sept 2026
BarcelonaFIFA World CupFootball
From the exorbitant misfires to the tactical…
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

From the exorbitant misfires to the tactical…

From the exorbitant misfires to the tactical disasters, Gary Neville lays bare the two most damaging transfers in Manchester United’s post-Sir Alex Ferguson era—one of whom he calls ‘the worst’—revealing how they fractured a club desperate to reclaim its legacy.

27 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFootballManchester United
Carlos Cuesta’s abrupt exit from Parma: A leadership void in Serie A’s midfield
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Carlos Cuesta’s abrupt exit from Parma: A leadership void in Serie A’s midfield

After just over a year in charge, ex-Arsenal assistant Carlos Cuesta has left Parma by mutual agreement—just as the club’s early-season struggles deepen. The departure follows a string of poor results, raising questions about the club’s tactical direction and long-term stability.

27 Sept 2026
ArsenalBreaking NewsCarlos Cuesta
Everton’s Hull City showdown: Moyes faces fitness dilemmas as key players return or remain uncertain
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Everton’s Hull City showdown: Moyes faces fitness dilemmas as key players return or remain uncertain

David Moyes must navigate a tricky squad selection for Everton’s return to the Premier League, with Jordan Pickford set to reclaim his starting spot while Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka’s availability hangs in the balance. Meanwhile, Idrissa Gueye’s return remains a 50/50 prospect as Moyes prepares for a crucial home game against Hull City.

27 Sept 2026
Manchester City’s 17-Year Reign Shadows by Financial Ruling: What Happens Next?
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Manchester City’s 17-Year Reign Shadows by Financial Ruling: What Happens Next?

Manchester City’s dominance in the Premier League—six titles in seven seasons—now hangs in legal limbo after an independent panel found the club guilty of 114 financial breaches. With an appeal looming and the Premier League’s response delayed, the fallout could redefine English football’s most lucrative era.

27 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsEnglish Premier LeagueManchester City
David de Gea’s sharp retort to Manchester…
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

David de Gea’s sharp retort to Manchester…

David de Gea’s sharp retort to Manchester City’s FFP guilty verdict lays bare the stark contrast between his own legacy and the trophies he left behind at Old Trafford. With City’s titles now in question, the former United captain’s question—‘How many Premier League titles have I won then?’—cuts to the heart of a club’s unfulfilled promise.

27 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFootballManchester City
France’s Nations League campaign hinges on Mbappé’s injury absence as Zidane insists on caution
FIFA WORLD CUP

France’s Nations League campaign hinges on Mbappé’s injury absence as Zidane insists on caution

Kylian Mbappé’s sudden withdrawal from France’s Nations League squad—after a brief return as captain—has left Les Bleus without their primary attacking threat as they face Belgium. With the Ballon d’Or winner sidelined by injury, Zinedine Zidane has ruled out his involvement in the upcoming fixtures, forcing France to rely on alternatives in a high-stakes group.

27 Sept 2026
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EPL
English Premier League
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Portugal’s Jorge Jesus has confirmed Bruno Fernandes…

Portugal’s Jorge Jesus has confirmed Bruno Fernandes will miss Sunday’s UEFA Nations League clash with Norway after revealing the Manchester United captain has been ‘playing through pain’ for three games. The revelation casts doubt over his availability for the next two matches, with Jesus prioritising his fitness ahead of the Denmark fixture.

27 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFIFA World CupFootball
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