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Raheem Sterling at the Crossroads
Once the face of English football's next generation, the 31-year-old finds his career at a strange impasse. A BBC Sport feature asks the question his trajectory has left open.
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Player
Arsenal's Dowman Is Being Called a Superstar. The Club Is in No Rush.
Arsenal's academy standout is drawing 'superstar' comparisons, but the club's staff are deliberately limiting his minutes, balancing opportunity with a long view on his development.
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Analysis
Mac Allister at the Dial: A 3-1 Win That Tells You Where Liverpool's Control Lives
Alexis Mac Allister dictated the tempo at Anfield as Liverpool beat Tottenham 3-1, with a single match report framing Spurs' finishing as a recurring, season-long problem.
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Match Result
Bobb off the bench sends Fulham past West Ham into Carabao Cup last 16
Oscar Bobb came off the bench to score the winner as Fulham beat West Ham 3-2 in the Carabao Cup third round at the London Stadium, advancing to the last 16.
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JJ Gabriel Asks to Leave Manchester United at Fifteen
A fifteen-year-old who was being groomed to become Manchester United's youngest-ever first-team player has told the club he wants out. The story of a decision made quickly, and a club that now has to live with it.
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Team News
Bayern Munich sporting director Christoph Freund signs new contract extension
Bayern Munich have extended the contract of sporting director Christoph Freund, tying him to the club on a new long-term deal.
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Analysis
How Leeds' Physical Blueprint Dismantled Newcastle at Elland Road
A tactical reading of Leeds' 4-1 win over Newcastle: the physical dominance that decided the contest, Calvert-Lewin's starring role, and the questions the result leaves for Jaissle's project.
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Europa League official line-ups: Milan vs. Benfica
Official starting line-ups have been confirmed for the Europa League match between AC Milan and Benfica.
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Tedesco 'disappointed' at Bologna dismissal after just 4 games
Bologna have sacked head coach Domenico Tedesco after only four games in charge, with the coach expressing disappointment at the decision.
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Man Utd host Brighton in Carabao Cup third round live coverage
Sky Sports provides live coverage of Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion in the Carabao Cup third round.
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Team NewsBreaking
Hibernian sack David Gray after winless run leaves club ninth in Scottish Premiership
Hibernian have sacked head coach David Gray following a defeat to Kilmarnock that left the club ninth in the Scottish Premiership amid a winless run.
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David Gray sacked as Hibernian head coach
Hibernian have sacked head coach David Gray following a run of poor results, with the club sitting in the lower half of the Scottish Premiership.
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Match Result
Carabao Cup third round clockwatch: Manchester United v Brighton, Coventry v Aston Villa and more
The Guardian's live clockwatch coverage of Carabao Cup third round matches on 16 September 2026, including Manchester United vs Brighton and Coventry vs Aston Villa.
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Editorial
What are the Premier League rules for academy players?
A BBC Sport explainer detailing the rules governing academy players in the Premier League, covering eligibility, registration, and age-group regulations.
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Match Incident
Bartesaghi: 'Milan have important players, they are ready against Benfica'
AC Milan defender Davide Bartesaghi expressed confidence ahead of Milan's Champions League clash against Benfica, highlighting the squad's readiness and the quality within the group.
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Analysis
Arsenal's Dowman reminds Merino of Lamine Yamal
Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino says teenage teammate Max Dowman reminds him of Barcelona's Lamine Yamal, highlighting the youngster's talent and similar style.
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Team News
Saudi club receives stadium ban over Jota chants
A Saudi club has been handed a stadium ban after fans directed chants referencing Diogo Jota, prompting disciplinary action by local authorities.
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Transfer
Goncalo Ramos: 'I don't feel pressure of being most expensive Milan player'
Goncalo Ramos says he feels no pressure despite being AC Milan's most expensive signing, expressing confidence ahead of his move to the Rossoneri.
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Match PreviewBreaking
Everton vs Wolves team news LIVE
Sky Sports live blog providing team news and updates ahead of the Everton vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Premier League fixture.
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Team News
Amorim addresses future amid AC Milan links: 'If I fail, I want to fail big, but don't know if I'll have time at Milan'
Manchester United manager Rúben Amorim has spoken about his managerial philosophy and hinted at uncertainty over his future, amid ongoing links to AC Milan.
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Player
Between Newcastle and the Azzurri: The Quiet Worry Over Tonali
Roberto De Zerbi has voiced concern about Sandro Tonali's fitness ahead of the international break, leaving Italy and Newcastle to manage a midfielder neither side can easily do without.
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Team News
Saudi club handed two-game stadium ban and fined after Diogo Jota chants taunting Ruben Neves
A Saudi Pro League club has been punished with a two-game stadium ban and a financial fine after fans directed offensive chants about the late Diogo Jota at Al-Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves.
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Transfer
Gnonto: 'I needed Fiorentina after not positive season with Leeds United'
Wilfried Gnonto has spoken about his move to Fiorentina, describing it as a fresh start after a difficult spell at Leeds United.
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Match Result
Sunderland v AZ, Milan v Benfica and more: Europa League clockwatch
Live rolling coverage of Europa League matchday featuring Sunderland vs AZ, Milan vs Benfica, and several other group-stage fixtures.
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Analysis
Spurs Have Stopped Dribbling. Hull Have Started Mauling. And the Outswinging Corner Is Dead.
Three tactical trends from The Athletic's Premier League Data Notebook — Tottenham's vanishing carry game, Hull City's combative disruption, and the structural decline of the outswinging corner — and what they reveal about how the early 2026-27 season is being shaped.
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Europa League Liveblog: Milan vs. Benfica
Live coverage of the Europa League match between AC Milan and Benfica.
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Transfer
Report: Douvikas agrees new and improved Como contract
Reports from Italy indicate that Como striker Anastasios Douvikas has agreed a new and improved contract extension with the club.
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Media Report
Friedkin Group may sell Everton to keep focus on Roma amid UEFA multi-club ownership rules
The Friedkin Group, which owns both AS Roma and Everton, is reportedly considering selling Everton to comply with UEFA's multi-club ownership regulations.
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Coventry vs Aston Villa team news LIVE
Live team news updates ahead of the Coventry City vs Aston Villa fixture, covering expected lineups, injuries, and selection updates.
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Pro Ref Confirms 'Error of Judgement' on Haaland's Derby Winner
Former-referees' body rules VAR erred in allowing Manchester City's winning goal against United; PGMOL under renewed scrutiny three matchweeks into the new Premier League season.
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Musiala Back in Bayern Squad for Leipzig Clash as Kompany Confirms Return
Vincent Kompany has confirmed Jamal Musiala is available for Bayern Munich's trip to RB Leipzig, ending a stretch on the sidelines for the Germany international ahead of a packed autumn schedule that includes Champions League fixtures.
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Player
Sesko's Two Goals, and the Question Manchester United Have Stopped Asking
Two games, two goals, and a different kind of threat. The Slovenian striker's first week at Old Trafford is reframing a search that has gone on for some time.
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Analysis
Bayern's New Geometry: How Olise and Kane Are Quietly Reshaping the Attack
Two goals from Michael Olise and another from Harry Kane underlined a Champions League win over Bodø/Glimt that revealed more about Bayern's evolving attacking shape than the size of the margin.
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