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BBC Sport — Football reports · 8h · Marca broke it →

Lamine Yamal and Raphinha score twice as Barcelona hit five

Lamine Yamal and Raphinha score twice as Barcelona beat Rayo Vallecano 5-2 in La Liga.

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13 outlets, 5 languages

Official. 13 outlet(s) reporting a result or a club statement — identical wording here is normal, not laundering. Echo scoring is switched off.

01OFFICIALResultMatches & resultsLALIGAYouth & academyES · FR · NL · EN · DE13 outlets covering

BBC Sport — Football reports · 12h · Calcio e Finanza broke it →

Kushner states regret over World Cup sell-off plan

Venture capitalist Joshua Kushner says he would not have got involved in Fifa president Gianni Infantino's scrapped plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup if he had known how the football world reacted.

8 outlets, 5 languages

7 of 8 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had. The other 1 repeat it without adding anything.

027 OF 8 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYMoneyInternationals & tournamentsGianni InfantinoIT · EN · NL · FR · ES8 outlets covering

Daily Mail Football broke it · 2d

Bradley Barcola set for Liverpool medical in next 24 hours ahead of £123m move to Premier League club: WINDOW WATCH

Bradley Barcola is set to complete a medical in the next 24 hours ahead of signing a mega-money £123million move to Liverpool from Paris Saint-Germain.

12 outlets, 4 languages

8 of 12 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had. The other 4 repeat it without adding anything.

038 OF 12 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYTransferTransfersEN · FR · PT · TR12 outlets covering

The Athletic (NYT) reports · 15h · A Bola broke it →

Karim Benzema leaves Al Hilal by mutual consent after seven months

The 38-year-old made just 16 appearances for Al Hilal, scoring 10 goals.

11 outlets, 6 languages

6 independent of 11 outlets covering.

046 OF 11 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYTransferMiddle EastTransfersPT · ES · EN · FR · TR · IT11 outlets covering

Football Italia reports · 13h · La Gazzetta dello Sport broke it →

Juventus send David to Atletico Madrid, secure Woltemade for €5m from Newcastle United

Juventus have agreed the Jonathan David loan to Atletico Madrid with option to buy for €25m, at the same time securing Nick Woltemade on a €5m loan from Newcastle United. Sky Sport Italia confirm that the agreements have been reached on all sides, with documentation exchanged for David.

8 outlets, 4 languages

6 of 8 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had. The other 2 repeat it without adding anything.

056 OF 8 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYTransferTransfersIT · DE · FR · EN8 outlets covering

The game

21 stories

BBC Sport — Football reports · 9h · Foot Mercato broke it →

Saka earns Arsenal hard-fought win at Aston Villa

Bukayo Saka's second-half goal is enough to earn Premier League champions Arsenal victory at Aston Villa.

11 outlets, 5 languages

Official. 11 outlet(s) reporting a result or a club statement — identical wording here is normal, not laundering. Echo scoring is switched off.

06OFFICIALResultMatches & resultsTransfersFR · ES · NL · EN · IT11 outlets covering

Daily Mail Football reports · 36h · A Bola broke it →

Gabriel Jesus set for Arsenal exit with Barcelona closing in on cut-price £8.6m deal for striker

Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus is set for a late move to Barcelona, who are closing in on a cut-price deal worth around £8.6million.

6 outlets, 5 languages

4 of 6 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had. The other 2 repeat it without adding anything.

074 OF 6 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYTransferTransfersMatches & resultsWomen's footballPT · EN · ES · FR · NL6 outlets covering

BBC Sport — Football reports · 10h · So Foot broke it →

Everton agree £40m fee for Monaco striker Balogun

Everton agree a £40m deal with Monaco for United States striker Folarin Balogun.

8 outlets, 2 languages

6 of 8 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had. The other 2 repeat it without adding anything.

086 OF 8 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYTransferTransfersFR · EN8 outlets covering

Football Italia reports · 10h · Corriere dello Sport broke it →

Gasperini on remarkable Malen, Roma title hope and keeping Chelsea target Kone

Gian Piero Gasperini hails Donyell Malen after 19 goals in 20 Serie A games, shrugs off Scudetto talk, and insists Chelsea target Manu Koné ‘is absolutely not’ leaving Roma this summer. The Giallorossi had a perfect start to the season, crushing both Fiorentina and Lecce 4-0 in their opening two games .

10 outlets, 4 languages

Official. 10 outlet(s) reporting a result or a club statement — identical wording here is normal, not laundering. Echo scoring is switched off.

09OFFICIALResultIT · FR · NL · EN10 outlets covering

The Guardian — Football reports · 11h · The Athletic (NYT) broke it →

Lionel Messi’s international retirement serves as a reminder: watch him while you still can

The Argentinian’s international career was singular, and his exit is a reminder that all good things come to an end It was among the defining moments of the 2026 World Cup: Lionel Messi standing arms akimbo, looking up towards Argentina’s fervent supporters after losing the final .

7 outlets

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10OFFICIALResultUSA & MLSMatches & resultsInternationals & tournamentsEN7 outlets covering

Daily Mail Football broke it · 3d

Mohamed Salah's Trabzonspor nightmare: Liverpool legend hooked as Turkish side crash out of Europa League - with club blocking manager's post-match resignation

With Trabzonspor facing the risk of a significant thrashing and having already seen their Europa League hopes dashed, Salah was substituted just after the hour mark.

4 outlets, 4 languages

3 of 4 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had. The other 1 repeat it without adding anything.

113 OF 4 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYTransferMatches & resultsEN · IT · TR · ES4 outlets covering

Sky Sports — Football reports · 9h · El Pais Deportes broke it →

Alcaraz impresses on return from injury as Sabalenka also wins

Carlos Alcaraz impressed on his return to tennis with a straight-sets win over Russia's Roman Safiullin in the first round of the US Open.

3 outlets, 3 languages

Official. 3 outlet(s) reporting a result or a club statement — identical wording here is normal, not laundering. Echo scoring is switched off.

13OFFICIALResultMatches & resultsInjuries & fitnessES · EN · IT3 outlets covering

Insider Sport broke it · 3d

What is USDC? The stablecoin on Chelsea’s shirt

Chelsea bags a new front-of-shirt partner, but the deal is light on details around fan activations. Chelsea has ended its search for a front-of-shirt sponsor, signing a principal partnership with finance firm Circle . As part of the agreement, Circle and USDC will appear on Chelsea’s men’s, women’s and academy shirts from the 2026/27 season.

3 outlets, 2 languages

3 of 3 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

143 OF 3 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYTransferSponsorship & partnershipsEN · NL3 outlets covering

The Guardian — Football reports · 14h · So Foot broke it →

Marseille’s squad is being gutted but their manager is staying – for now

It has been a tough transfer window for Marseille and a 2-0 defeat at Monaco suggests it could be a long season By Get French Football News A humid night in Monaco provided an opportunity to gauge the temperature of the Marseille supporters. Despite the ban on away fans at the Stade Louis II, plenty were in attendance for their 2-0 defeat in the Principality.

3 outlets, 2 languages

3 of 3 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

153 OF 3 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYTransferTransfersFR · EN3 outlets covering

CaughtOffside reports · 56m · FAZ — Sport broke it →

Sources: Man City star lands on Real Madrid, PSG and Bayern Munich transfer shortlists

Rayan Cherki’s outstanding start to the 2026-27 season is attracting attention across Europe, with Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich all monitoring the Manchester City playmaker ahead of the January transfer window.

2 outlets, 2 languages

2 of 2 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

162 OF 2 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYTransferTransfersDE · EN2 outlets covering

L'Équipe — Football broke it · 8h

A child confronted and then escorted by police for receiving Neymar's jersey during the match between Corinthians and Santos

Following the match between Corinthians and Santos, won by the visitors (0-1), a child of 8 years old was targeted for having obtained Neymar's jersey, a player from the opposing team. The Brazilian star and the home club communicated to denounce these behaviors.

2 outlets, 2 languages

Official. 2 outlet(s) reporting a result or a club statement — identical wording here is normal, not laundering. Echo scoring is switched off.

19OFFICIALResultSouth AmericaFR · PTtranslated2 outlets covering

WELT — Sport broke it · 22h

DAZN brings in successor for Laura Wontorra

DAZN restructures the Bundesliga conference after Laura Wontorra's departure: Valentina Maceri wants to give the "iconic overall product" a fresh touch. She once stood on the football pitch herself.

2 outlets

2 of 2 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

212 OF 2 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYTransferDAZNDEtranslated2 outlets covering

Marca reports · 1h · SPORT broke it →

Never seen before in Gayà's career

Gayá on the bench during the match Deportivo - Valencia.

2 outlets

Official. 2 outlet(s) reporting a result or a club statement — identical wording here is normal, not laundering. Echo scoring is switched off.

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SPORT broke it · 12h

Official: Adam Aznou arrives at Málaga CF on loan and with a subsidiary team contract

The Málaga CF already has the left-back it was looking for in the market. Adam Aznou becomes the sixth blue and white signing of the summer. The young Spanish-Moroccan player arrives at the Martiricos club from the English Everton on loan for one season, with no purchase option.

2 outlets

2 of 2 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

232 OF 2 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYTransferTransfersYouth & academyEStranslated2 outlets covering

zerozero.pt broke it · 13h

FC Vizela fishes young defense in Colombia

There is a new right-back at Vizela. Luis Mina, Colombian aged 21 coming from América de Cali, arrived to reinforce the right flank of Ronald Molina, who currently commands the sixth-placed team in Liga Portugal 2 Meu Super. This signing appears to come following the injury of Alfred Caicedo.

1 outlet

Single source. Only zerozero.pt has this so far.

261 OUTLET ONLYInjuryPTtranslated1 outlet covering

The business

8 stories

The Guardian — Football reports · 33h · A Bola broke it →

European football: Bellingham sparks Real Madrid’s cruise to maintain perfect start

Promoted Málaga slump to 4-0 defeat at the Bernabéu Como defeat Napoli; Jones makes Inter debut in win Real Madrid maintained their perfect start to the season in La Liga with a comfortable 4-0 home ⁠win over promoted Málaga on Sunday, scoring three times inside 30 minutes before adding a late fourth.

6 outlets, 4 languages

4 of 6 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had. The other 2 repeat it without adding anything.

274 OF 6 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYMoneyMatches & resultsLALIGAClub finance & PSRPT · IT · ES · EN6 outlets covering

Daily Mail Football broke it · 4d

UEFA threaten legal action against Gianni Infantino as part of efforts to oust FIFA president following failed plan to sell the World Cup

MIKE KEEGAN IN MONACO: UEFA is threatening to seek criminal proceedings against Gianni Infantino as they continue their efforts to oust the FIFA president.

3 outlets, 2 languages

3 of 3 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

283 OF 3 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYGovernanceGianni InfantinoLegal & courtsInternationals & tournamentsEN · DE3 outlets covering

Sport Industry Group broke it · 3d

Local ownership group agrees majority takeover of York Knights

York Knights have confirmed that a locally based ownership group led by York businessman David Dickson and his family has agreed to acquire a majority shareholding in the Super League club. The change in ownership will cover both York Knights and women’s side York Valkyrie, with the transaction currently progressing and remaining subject to formal approval from the Rugby Football League.

2 outlets

2 of 2 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

292 OF 2 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYMoneyOwnership & M&AWomen's footballEN2 outlets covering

Daily Mail Football broke it · 3d

Argentina exploit FIFA loophole after star banned for 10 MATCHES for role in brawl after World Cup final defeat by Spain

Three Argentina players and assistant coach Roberto Ayala were sanctioned last week by FIFA over their involvement in unsavoury post-match scenes after their 1-0 defeat in the final.

1 outlet

Single source. Only Daily Mail Football has this so far.

331 OUTLET ONLYGovernanceIntegrity & corruptionMatches & resultsInternationals & tournamentsEN1 outlet covering

Sport Industry Group broke it · 4d

Everton launch Castore third kit

Everton and Castore have released the club’s 2026-27 third kit with new commercial partner branding . Everton’s latest Castore shirt incorporates CMC Markets as the club’s Main Partner and Stake.com as its Sleeve Partner, bringing the two brands together on the Premier League team’s third kit for the new season. The green kit went on sale on 27 August through Everton’s online store and physical retail locations.

1 outlet

Single source. Only Sport Industry Group has this so far.

341 OUTLET ONLYMoneyMerchandising & kitsEN1 outlet covering

Also today

20 stories

KingFut broke it · 41h

Hansi Flick Promises Hamza Abdelkarim La Liga Minutes

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick promised Hamza Abdelkarim a future opportunity but did not confirm whether the forward will face Rayo Vallecano. Flick addressed Abdelkarim’s absence from Barcelona’s opening two league matches during his press conference on Sunday. “He deserves to play, and he will play,” Flick said . “I see him improving day by day.

4 outlets, 3 languages

Official. 4 outlet(s) reporting a result or a club statement — identical wording here is normal, not laundering. Echo scoring is switched off.

35OFFICIALResultMatches & resultsLALIGAEN · FR · ES4 outlets covering

The Guardian — Football reports · 16h · La Gazzetta dello Sport broke it →

Chelsea’s perfect yet unserious start to the Premier League season | Jonathan Wilson

It’s the sort of start that would delight many new managers – only two other clubs can boast about a six-point start this Premier League season (albeit with Arsenal to play later on Monday). Points gained in this odd transitional phase, when almost nobody seems quite ready, could prove extremely valuable come the end of the season.

6 outlets, 3 languages

Official. 6 outlet(s) reporting a result or a club statement — identical wording here is normal, not laundering. Echo scoring is switched off.

36OFFICIALResultTransfersIT · TR · EN6 outlets covering

Soccer America reports · 1h · Het Laatste Nieuws — Voetbal broke it →

Five MLS players on a roll: From the Argentine superstar to an Illinois-bred goalkeeper

The 2026 MLS season keeps barreling on, with another weekend of games in the books. Here at Soccer America, we’re breaking down the standout players from the latest round of action. Lionel Messi (Inter Miami) So, it turns out Lionel Messi is still Lionel Messi.

4 outlets, 4 languages

Official. 4 outlet(s) reporting a result or a club statement — identical wording here is normal, not laundering. Echo scoring is switched off.

38OFFICIALResultUSA & MLSMatches & resultsNL · ES · EN · FR4 outlets covering

TRT Spor — Futbol reports · 5h · Sozcu Spor broke it →

"In the 100 match, it's very nice to leave with a dominant victory"

In the 3. week of Trendyol Super Lig, the left back Rıdvan Yılmaz of Beşiktaş, who defeated the visiting Arca Çorum FK 6-2, shared the happiness he felt from the different victory achieved.

4 outlets

Official. 4 outlet(s) reporting a result or a club statement — identical wording here is normal, not laundering. Echo scoring is switched off.

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L'Équipe — Football broke it · 14h

Kenan Yildiz, victim of a left foot fracture, was successfully operated on announced the Juventus

Withdrawn due to injury on the first day of the Championship, Kenan Yildiz underwent successful surgery for a fracture of the fifth metatarsal of his left foot, announced the Juventus. The Turc will be absent for several weeks.

6 outlets, 4 languages

Cascade. 6 outlets, 3 independent. Broken by L'Équipe — Football; the rest are retyping it.

42ONE SOURCE, MANY OUTLETSInjuryInjuries & fitnessFR · TR · ES · ITtranslated6 outlets covering

CONMEBOL broke it · 11h

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2 outlets

2 of 2 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

432 OF 2 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLY—South AmericaEStranslated2 outlets covering

Sport Industry Group broke it · 3d

Chelsea inks front of shirt sponsorship with Circle and USDC

Chelsea FC has agreed a principal partnership with Circle Internet Group that will see the financial technology company and its USDC stablecoin brand appear on the front of the club’s shirts from the 2026/27 season . Under the agreement, Circle will become a Principal Partner of Chelsea and its Official front-of-shirt partner, with Circle and USDC branding featuring across the club’s men’s, women’s and academy shirts.

4 outlets

Cascade. 4 outlets, 2 independent. Broken by Sport Industry Group; the rest are retyping it.

45ONE SOURCE, MANY OUTLETSTransferSponsorship & partnershipsTransfersEN4 outlets covering

L'Équipe — Football broke it · 11h

Droits TV of the 1 League: distribution contracts at the heart of the next call for tenders

The LFP has an interest in knowing the results of a consultation on TV rights for the L1 early enough to be able to decide whether it wants to denounce existing agreements with Ligue 1 + distributors for the next two seasons.

1 outlet

Single source. Only L'Équipe — Football has this so far.

461 OUTLET · EXCLUSIVE—Media & broadcast rightsFRtranslated1 outlet covering

Inside World Football broke it · 4d

German Bundesliga extends licensing agreement with EA Sports FC

August 27 - The German Bundesliga has extended its long-running licensing agreement with EA Sports FC, keeping Germany’s top two divisions fully represented in the world’s biggest football video game franchise.

2 outlets

2 of 2 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

472 OF 2 REPORTED INDEPENDENTLYTransferEsports & gamingEN2 outlets covering

Daily Mail Football broke it · 37h

Dignity in the face of tragedy: Sons of A66 victim PC Matthew Blades walk out as mascots for Manchester United as they take on Ipswich Town

PCs Matthew Blades, 37, and Tom Clough, 38, died alongside five young occupants of a VW Passat that was travelling on the wrong side of a dual carriageway on Saturday, August 22.

1 outlet

Single source. Only Daily Mail Football has this so far.

511 OUTLET ONLY—Safety, security & fan conductEN1 outlet covering

TVBEurope broke it · 3d

New Scotflix streaming platform takes the Hiway

A streaming platform dedicated to Scottish content will debut next month at the Scottish Screenwriters Festival in Glasgow. Featuring content made in Scotland, by Scottish creators or centred on Scottish subjects, Scotflix aims to ensure full ownership of IP is retained by creators.

1 outlet

Single source. Only TVBEurope has this so far.

531 OUTLET ONLY—Streaming & OTTEN1 outlet covering