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5 September 2026
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Football
Kidnap plot targeting Kylian Mbappé foiled in France
French police say an 18-year-old ran a gang plotting robberies and kidnappings of 26 targets, including Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé, before his arrest.
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Transfers
Julian Alvarez: Barcelona rift lingers at Atletico Madrid
Alvarez stayed at Atletico past deadline day, but the failed Barcelona pursuit has left the clubs at odds, with a federation complaint and renewed rumours expected.
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Matches
Ferran Costa hails Córdoba CF before Sabadell clash
Sabadell coach Ferran Costa praised promoted Córdoba CF ahead of Monday's Nova Creu Alta clash, but insists his side must focus on the three points.
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Football
Raúl Asencio acquitted, but Mourinho issues stern warning
A court cleared the Real Madrid defender in the sex-tape case after the victims forgave him, but a separate DUI fine drew a sharp rebuke from his coach.
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Transfers
Liverpool agree deal to sign N'Guessan from Saint-Étienne
The 18-year-old forward will join in January for around €5m before spending the rest of the season on loan at Brest to continue his development.
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Matches
Women's Champions League: Arsenal drawn with Barcelona
The league phase draw pits Arsenal against holders Barcelona, while Real Madrid face a tougher path with Bayern Munich, Roma and Man City away.
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Matches
Betis stun Real Madrid as Valles saves Mbappé penalty
Troy Parrott's late strike and a stoppage-time Alvaro Valles penalty save gave Betis a 1-0 win, ending Mourinho's unbeaten start.
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Transfers
Newcastle sign Fernandez-Pardo from Lille for £51.4m
The 21-year-old Belgium forward joins on a long-term deal after passing a medical, giving Matthias Jaissle a versatile attacking option.
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Matches
Real Madrid Stunned as Mbappé Misses Penalty vs Betis
Betis beat Real Madrid 0-1 after a disallowed Espí goal and a Mbappé penalty saved by Vallés survived a VAR encroachment check late on.
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Isak's rapid double gives Iraola first Liverpool win
Alexander Isak scored twice in nine minutes as Liverpool beat Ipswich 2-0, handing new boss Andoni Iraola his first win since replacing Arne Slot.
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Transfers
Carlos Queiroz stays on as Ghana coach
The 73-year-old has signed a new contract with the GFA just weeks after leaving, and now targets the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations en route to the 2030 World Cup.
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Matches
Carcedo backs Saus after Spartak's win over Rodina
Spartak beat Rodina 3-1 in the Fonbet Cup as Carcedo praised fringe defender Saus, while Rodina's Diaz lamented a strong first half undone after the break.
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Interviews
Lautaro Martínez: Why He Turned Down Barcelona for Inter
Inter's captain confirms Barcelona's summer interest was genuine but says he chose to stay in Milan, where he feels settled and wants to keep winning.
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Marcos Llorente retires from Spain national team
World Cup winner Llorente, 31, ends his international career with Spain after 27 caps, saying the decision was made regardless of the tournament's outcome.
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Results
Monaco beat PSG 2:1 to stay perfect in Ligue 1
Nazinho and Idumbo scored as Monaco moved to 9 points from three games, while PSG dropped to 12th with just two points after the loss.
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Interviews
Mike Dean Defends Referee 'Games' After Backlash
Ex-Premier League referee Mike Dean says he never meant to undermine officiating integrity after claiming he once avoided blowing his whistle for 20-25 minutes.
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Football
Argentina to Pause Every Match for Messi Tribute
AFA will stop all matches in the 10th minute nationwide for a minute of applause after Messi announced his retirement from the national team.
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Football
Guendouzi banned four matches for brawl after Lyon win
UEFA fined Fenerbahçe's Guendouzi €50,000 and banned him for a Champions League brawl following the Lyon tie; Greenwood also punished.
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Transfers
Luis Enrique extends PSG contract to 2030
PSG tied manager Luis Enrique to a deal until 2030 and extended five players, including João Neves and Fabián Ruiz, just before facing Monaco.
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Transfers
Martinelli leaves Arsenal for Al Hilal in club-record deal
Al Hilal have signed Gabriel Martinelli from Arsenal for a club-record £60m, after the winger turned down an earlier offer from Galatasaray this summer.
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Transfers
Man City sign Enzo Fernández from Chelsea for £125m
City break their club-record fee for the second time this summer, paying Chelsea a joint-British record £125m for Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernández.
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Football
MLS Clubs Return to U.S. Open Cup in Full for 2027
All 27 U.S.-based MLS clubs will enter the 2027 U.S. Open Cup, joining at the Round of 64 in July, ending the league's partial withdrawal since 2023.
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Transfers
Real Madrid's €260m Mourinho Rebuild
Real Madrid spent around €260m this summer under new boss Jose Mourinho, signing Konate, Bernardo Silva, Cucurella, Dumfries, Espi and Diomande.
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Lionel Messi retires from Argentina national team
After 21 years and 125 goals, Messi ends his Argentina career, revealing he wrote the decision weeks ago, shortly after his father's death.
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