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23 September 2026
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Georgy Zhbanov: Zenit's chemistry isn't even at 50%
Zenit forward Georgy Zhbanov admits the squad is still adapting to a new coach's system after a rough pre-season and Super Cup, but hopes results will follow.
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Rodolfo urges quick end to Russia's international ban
Ex-Lokomotiv and Akhmat defender Rodolfo says a Russia-Brazil friendly would be hard to arrange politically, but hopes FIFA's ban is lifted soon.
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John Terry Urges Xabi Alonso to Ditch Zonal Marking
The Chelsea legend says Alonso must scrap zonal marking after a 3-0 loss at Brentford left the Blues 10th, winless in three and the league's most-scored-against side.
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Klopp Calls for 'Positive Patriotism' as Germany Coach
Two months into the job, Jurgen Klopp says he wants Germans to reclaim pride in the national flag, amid rising political tension in the country.
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Cristian Romero: Scaloni should stay with Argentina
Argentina defender Cristian Romero hopes Lionel Scaloni signs a new contract, calling him key to the national team's progress since 2018.
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Mbappé Names His Four Football Legends
Kylian Mbappé picked Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Ronaldo and Zidane as football's greatest, with two of them still playing professionally today.
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22 September 2026
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Celtic Back Martin O'Neill After Painful Week
CEO Michael Nicholson pledges full support for O'Neill following the Rangers defeat and Champions League collapse, as focus turns to the Premiership and Europa League.
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Kanchelskis Declines to Comment on Ex-Wife's Split
Dynamo Bryansk coach Andrei Kanchelskis avoided discussing his ex-wife Inna's breakup with singer Stas Mikhailov, calling it not his business.
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Real Madrid Accuse Tebas of Targeting Club
Real Madrid issued a strong statement against La Liga president Javier Tebas, accusing him of repeatedly discrediting the club after his comments on refereeing bias.
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Andy Robertson: Liverpool 'didn't care about football' after Jota's death
The Tottenham defender says grief over Diogo Jota's death engulfed Liverpool last season, leaving new signings Wirtz and Isak unable to settle.
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Mbappé: Mother Wanted Liverpool Move Over PSG
Mbappé revealed he came close to joining Liverpool in 2017 after a secret jet meeting with Klopp, but chose PSG to play in his home city first.
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Simon Jordan urges Martin O'Neill to fight for Celtic job
Jordan wants a more defiant response from O'Neill after Celtic lost three games in a week, including two Old Firm defeats to Rangers, leaving his future uncertain.
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Lewis Hall Explains Why He Rejected Man United Move
Newcastle defender Lewis Hall says Manchester United interest didn't affect him, revealing he backed the club's project under Matthias Jaissle and signed a new deal to 2031.
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Real Madrid Slam Referee Ortiz Arias After Derby Loss
Real Madrid's TV channel and Mourinho accused referee Ortiz Arias of cowardice over two missed red cards in the 2-1 defeat to Atlético Madrid, with Valverde now facing weeks out injured.
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Van Dijk to Stay on as Netherlands Captain
Xavi Hernández confirms Virgil van Dijk will remain Netherlands captain for two more years after a conversation persuaded him not to step away.
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Semenyo: Man City won't get complacent at the top
After beating Sunderland 5-3, Semenyo insists City won't relax, while Merson and Maresca flag defensive chaos as a real title-hopes concern.
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Rexach says referees have always favoured Real Madrid
Former Barcelona player and coach Carles Rexach says officials historically helped Real Madrid and that VAR has not fixed the problems of the past.
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21 September 2026
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Lineker slams Jim Ratcliffe as 'unpleasant' over Man United
Gary Lineker said the Glazers deserve credit for finding someone worse to take the blame at Manchester United, calling Sir Jim Ratcliffe's running of the club a shambles.
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Mbappe says he has nothing left to add on the Ballon d'Or
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe stays calm a week before voting closes, saying he did everything he could and now must wait for the result in London.
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Bazelyuk on swapping shirts with Boateng after Bayern game
Former CSKA forward Konstantin Bazelyuk, now at Lit Energy, recalls how he got Jérôme Boateng's shirt and later spotted the defender wearing his own one online.
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Radimov: Zenit Would Be Lower Without Sobolev's Goals
Former Zenit midfielder Vladislav Radimov says Alexander Sobolev, with 7 goals in 9 RPL games, has proved his critics wrong as Zenit sit fifth in the table.
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Simeone: Barcelona are playing some other sport, they're the best
Atlético Madrid boss Diego Simeone praised Barcelona's pressing and courage after eight wins from eight and 36 goals, singling out Raphinha's 12 and Yamal's seven.
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Marítimo president Gomes: 8 points within our expectation
Carlos André Gomes says the 1ª Liga tally fits the plan as Marítimo turn 116, aiming to stay up calmly and stabilise the club's finances over 3 or 4 years.
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