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Real Salt Lake extend GK Rafael Cabral through 2027

Real Salt Lake signed goalkeeper Rafael Cabral to a contract extension through the 2027 season on Thursday. The deal includes a club option for 2028 for the 35-year-old Brazilian, who has stood out in his first season in MLS.

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Ex Inter Milan & Roma Midfielder Backs Nerazzurri To Claim Derby d’Italia Bragging Rights: 'Inter Will Win'

Former midfielder Radja Nainggolan has offered his prediction regarding the upcoming Serie A showdown between Juventus and Inter Milan. Speaking on YouTube channel Fantalab via FCInterNews, the ex-Inter star backed the Nerazzurri to take three points in Turin.

AC Milan News / SempreInter.com / September 11

Official – San Siro Loses Race For 2026/27 UEFA Champions League Final To Metropolitano Stadium

The 2026/27 UEFA Champions League (UCL) final will take place at the Metropolitano Stadium instead of the San Siro. According to UEFA’s official release via FCInterNews, Atletico Madrid’s home venue has won the bidding for hosting rights.

Napoli News / Football Italia / September 11

Tudor: ‘Obviously Juventus can win Scudetto, Inter worth more than 3 points’

Igor Tudor insists Juventus ‘can obviously win the Scudetto’ this season and the showdown with Inter is ‘worth more than three points,’ but he trusts Dusan Vlahovic to stay focused.

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Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / September 11

Tottenham must fork out £40m+ for Crystal Palace star

Tottenham Hotspur delivered a big surprise to the fans on the summer transfer deadline day with the signing of Randal Kolo Muani. After it emerged that Dominic Solanke’s injury was more concerning than the early prognosis, Spurs acted quickly and stunned Juventus by agreeing a season-long loan deal with Paris Saint-Germain for Randal Kolo Muani.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 11

Journalist says Arsenal would have sold Trossard if a good offer came in

Some reports indicate that Arsenal rejected offers for Leandro Trossard during the summer transfer window, despite adding several new attacking players to their squad.

Leeds United News / Football Italia / September 11

Cellino on Allegri criticism, Brescia ‘evil’ and huge Leeds United losses

Massimo Cellino explains in his own inimitable style what went right and very wrong in his tenure at Cagliari, Leeds United, and Brescia, criticising Max Allegri.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / September 11

Real Madrid Get Reality Check Over PSG Target Amid Uncertain Liverpool Future

Lewis Steele of the Daily Mail reports that Konaté has not expressed any intention to leave Liverpool at this point, with the defender still undecided about his future.

Villarreal News / Football Espana / September 11

'It is not bad for anyone' – Villarreal president defends proposed USA fixture against Barcelona

La Liga are still pushing to host the December fixture match between Villarreal and Barcelona at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Efforts remain ongoing, and the good news for those in favour of the event is that UEFA do not intend to stand in its way.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / September 11

Irony of Go Ahead Eagles launching a Celtic themed European kit

Ironically enough, Go Ahead Eagles has launched a commemorative kit that honours Celtic in celebration of a 60-year anniversary… The Dutch side faced Celtic at Celtic Park in their debut European fixture in 1965, and they are now commemorating that milestone six decades later.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 11

'I just wanted to get paid' – Kylian Mbappe reacts to Paris Saint-Germain dispute

Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe has been involved in multiple high-profile situations over the last 12 months, and he has now discussed these in length during a recent interview.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / September 11

Liverpool adds key Juventus player to their shopping list

Liverpool’s attempt to strengthen their defence on deadline day ended in disappointment after failing to secure the signing of Marc Guehi. The Reds believed they had reached an agreement for the Crystal Palace defender, who was reportedly keen on making the move.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 11

Chelsea rated 6th in Europe in crucial stat after just 3 games

Three games are not enough to judge a team on too deeply – at this stage in the season, it’s more about which teams you’ve faced so far than anything else.

'I would not go to Barcelona' – Espanyol manager reacts to Joan Garcia decision

During the summer, Barcelona completed the signing of goalkeeper Joan Garcia from city rivals Espanyol. The 24-year-old was heavily criticised by Los Pericos supporters over his decision, but so far, it is that has proven to be vindicated – in that he is the starter for Hansi Flick’s side.

Manchester City News / Extratime Talk / September 11

Erling Haaland Scores Five Goals Against Moldova in Norway’s 11-1 Win

Erling Haaland scored five goals to help Norway trounce Moldova 11-1 in a World Cup qualifier. The 25-year-old Norwegian scored an astonishing five goals and registered two assists to guide his team to a mammoth win.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 11

Paul Joyce reveals how much Liverpool have actually paid for Wirtz and Isak this summer

Liverpool broke their transfer record twice in the past three months to complete two deals which could potentially involve a cumulative outlay of almost £250m.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 11

Steele claims Madrid believe they already have agreement with Konate

Liverpool’s focus on building for the future under Arne Slot has not stopped speculation around our defence, and fresh reports from Spain have now put Ibou Konate at the centre of transfer headlines.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / September 11

'What a player': Manager in awe of 19-year-old as Tottenham plot move to sign him

Tottenham are keeping a close eye on Cardiff City sensation Dylan Lawlor ahead of a potential move. Lawlor broke into Cardiff’s first team last season, and within just six months of his breakthrough at club level, the teenage defensive sensation has already made his debut for the Welsh national team.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 11

Summer recruit hails Arteta’s influence after bright Arsenal start

Arsenal’s summer recruit, Cristhian Mosquera, has made a solid start to life in North London. After a steady 27 minute cameo against Leeds, Mosquera delivered a standout 86 minute shift replacing the injured William Saliba in Arsenal’s narrow 1-0 defeat to Liverpool.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 11

Wright and Keane stunned as Slot’s ‘parting shot’ to Alexander-Arnold comes to light

Liverpool supporters know all too well how Arne Slot’s second summer at Anfield was dominated by exits as well as record-breaking arrivals, and one departure in particular continues to spark debate.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 11

Chelsea have confirmed buyback clause in £12m midfielder transfer

After an insane summer of 2024 featuring a new manager and lots of buying and selling, Chelsea had a relatively restrained January in 2025. It was more to do with shuffling players they already owned – the likes of Joao Felix, Renato Veiga and Aaron Anselmino – around, rather than buying anyone new.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / September 11

Tuchel hails Arsenal Winger after England goal and top display

Listening to Thomas Tuchel describe Arsenal’s summer recruit, Noni Madueke, some Gooners may well be left red faced. Despite the hype surrounding his arrival, three games into his Arsenal career, Madueke has yet to truly impress.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / September 11

Opinion: Arteta should unleash Odegaard in a new Arsenal role

Mikel Arteta values versatility, and with such players, he often looks to catch opponents off guard by playing them out of position to capitalise on the element of surprise.

Soccer News / Stretty News / September 11

Ferdinand: Four Man United players would make City’s squad – including ‘standout’ Ten Hag signing

Manchester United reported back to Carrington on Wednesday to begin their preparations for Sunday’s Manchester derby. Pep Guardiola headed into the international break having just overseen back-to-back Premier League defeats at the hands of Tottenham Hotspur and Brighton and Hove Albion, respectively.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 11

'I’ll know for sure' – Chelsea bomb squad member hints at possible change to future

A Chelsea bomb squad member has dropped some hints at a possible change in his future after failing to get a move this summer. Chelsea’s ‘bomb squad’ is a much talked about subject and many do not like it at all.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / September 11

Ange now looking to sign two players he brought to Spurs for Nottingham Forest

Ange Postecoglou’s Nottingham Forest are plotting a raid on Tottenham for four first-team stars. The former Tottenham manager has just taken charge at Nottingham Forest following the sacking of Nuno Espirito Santo.