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SPORT broke it · 18h

The Levante squad will wear a support shirt for Ceuta in the lead-up to the match

The Levante squad will take to the pitch before the start of Sunday's match against the Barcelona at the Ciutat de València, corresponding to the fifth matchday of LaLiga EA Sports, wearing a shirt in support of Ceuta, according to sources from the Valencian club.

8 outlets, 4 languages

8 of 8 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

018 independentMoneyLALIGAES · FR · DE · PLtranslated

FTBL broke it · 5d

Kylian Mbappe’s public case for Ballon d’Or labelled ‘childish and pathetic’ by World Cup winner

Kylian Mbappe made his case to win this year’s Ballon d’Or, though his comments have been slammed by former France international Christophe Dugarry. Real Madrid and France superstar Mbappe is among the contenders to be crowned the Ballon d’Or winner, which will be announced in London, England on October 27 (AEST).

11 outlets, 4 languages

6 independent of 11 outlets covering.

026 independent—Middle EastInternationals & tournamentsEN · FR · NL · TR

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

Guimaraes and Raya crucial - Sunderland v Arsenal player ratings

How Sunderland and Arsenal players rated following their Premier League match.

12 outlets, 4 languages

Official. 12 outlet(s) reporting a result or a club statement — identical wording here is normal, not laundering. Echo scoring is switched off.

04OFFICIALResultFR · EN · PT · RO

Inside World Football broke it · 3d

FairSquare files new FIFA Ethics complaint against Infantino, backed by 100,000 signatures

September 9 – Rights group FairSquare has gathered the support of more than 100,000 people to file a new FIFA ethics complaint against world football boss Gianni Infantino.

4 outlets, 4 languages

4 of 4 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

054 independentMoneyGianni InfantinoEN · ES · FR · DE

Transfers

12 stories

Daily Mail Football broke it · 4d

Gabriel Jesus reveals he was made to train away from his Arsenal team-mates before sealing cut-price £8.6m move to Barcelona

Jesus ultimately sealed a cut-price £8.6million move to Spanish giants Barcelona on deadline day, ending his four-year spell with the Gunners.

4 outlets, 3 languages

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

063 independentTransferTransfersEN · PT · ES

The Guardian — Football reports · 8h · Krone Sport broke it →

Guimarães and Saka fire Arsenal to win at Sunderland after Raya spot-kick save

As the final whistle blew Bruno Guimarães wore a mischievous smile, Enzo Le Fée was a study in dejection and Arsenal’s immaculate start to the season remained unblemished. Two minutes after David Raya had rather majestically saved Le Fée’s second-half penalty, Guimarães delighted his new north London public and plenty of old friends in Newcastle by sending a shot curving past Robin Roefs from the edge of the area.

5 outlets, 4 languages

4 of 5 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had. The other 1 repeat it without adding anything.

074 independentTransferMatches & resultsDE · ES · HU · EN

zerozero.pt broke it · 12h

Hugo Oliveira locks Monaco in a clash of contenders

In a clash between candidates for European places in Ligue 1, the Strasbourg, from Hugo Oliveira, played an uninspired Monaco, so far the league leader, with the match ending 1-1. Now, the Monegasques share the lead with the Rennes.

3 outlets, 3 languages

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

093 independentTransferPT · FR · EStranslated

Libero broke it · yesterday

UTC official assaults referee Jesús Cartagena and match against Juan Pablo II ends in a brawl

The match between UTC vs Juan Pablo II for the ninth round of Torneo Clausura did not finish due to the brawl that broke out on the field of play and was officially suspended.

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.

10OFFICIALTransferRefereeing & VARLALIGAEStranslated

The Guardian — Football reports · 2d · Le Monde — Sport broke it →

French FA accuses Infantino of ‘seriously damaging’ football as it withdraws support

‘Image and unity’ of game affected, FFF president says It will consult sacked former Fifa official Kevin Lamour The French Football Federation’s president, Philippe Diallo, said Gianni Infantino had “seriously damaged the image and the unity of football” as he announced the end of France’s support for the Fifa president’s re-election.

5 outlets, 3 languages

4 of 5 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had. The other 1 repeat it without adding anything.

134 independentTransferGianni InfantinoFR · EN · ES

Daily Mail Football broke it · 4d

Liverpool agree one of the most lucrative sponsorship deals in Premier League history with Turkish Airlines paying Reds £60MILLION-A-YEAR to front their shirts from next season

It represents the end of an era after 17 years with Standard Chartered, with the branding on the kits of the men's, women's and academy teams changing from the start of next season.

3 outlets

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

142 independentMoneySponsorship & partnershipsTransfersEN

Daily Mail Football broke it · 2d

Liverpool Confidential: Insiders reveal Ronald Araujo's desire to stay at Anfield permanently and why he's already loving life on Merseyside, boost for 'next Gerrard' in Reds' academy and decision time for Virgil van Dijk

The Uruguay international has only started two matches since joining the club on a season-long loan from Barcelona but has already become something of a cult hero.

2 outlets, 2 languages

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

152 independentTransferYouth & academyEN · NL

FTBL broke it · 3d

Nine announces monster Premier League rights extension in Australia for eye watering fee

Nine Entertainment has extended its exclusive Australian Premier League rights through the end of the 2033/34 season, keeping every match live on Stan Sport for another six years, it was announced on Thursday. The new agreement will begin after Nine’s current rights period expires. Two seasons remain on that deal, including the 2026/27 campaign already underway.

2 outlets

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

172 independentContractMedia & broadcast rightsEN

The Game

9 stories

Inside World Football reports · yesterday · A Spor broke it →

Fenerbahce chaos as Ismail Kartal says he is quitting, but president Aziz Yildirim says he is going nowhere

September 11 – Fenerbahce were plunged into confusion after head coach Ismail Kartal announced his resignation following a 1-1 Champions League draw with Roma, only for club president Aziz Yildirim to reject it minutes later. Kartal used his post-match press conference to say he was leaving the club “never to return”, adding that he wanted “to clear the way for the club”.

7 outlets, 3 languages

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

186 independentBenchManagers & the benchLegal & courtsTR · EN · NL

The Athletic (NYT) reports · 7h · Krone Sport broke it →

Mbappe and Bellingham fire Real Madrid to win but Vinicius and team-mates are booed again

Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe scores his team's fourth goal against Rayo Vallecano

13 outlets, 6 languages

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

19OFFICIALResultLALIGADE · FR · ES · NL · PT · EN

Bundesliga reports · 11h · Khel Now broke it →

Bundesliga Matchday 3 video highlights

>>> Find out when highlights are available for you Simply click on the PLAY buttons below to enjoy individual Matchday 3 highlights or watch them all in one place in the video above Borussia Dortmund 3-0 Paderborn Nmecha scored twice, including a stunning overhead kick, as BVB maintained their perfect start to the Bundesliga season.

8 outlets, 5 languages

Official. 8 outlet(s) reporting a result or a club statement — identical wording here is normal, not laundering. Echo scoring is switched off.

20OFFICIALResultEN · DE · RO · TR · IT

NOS Sport reports · 9h · Voetbalzone broke it →

Ajax picks up the thread with a comfortable victory in Sittard, Kehrer scores and provides an assist

Ajax won the away match against Fortuna Sittard with 1-5. At the Amsterdam club, defender Thilo Kehrer took the lead role by scoring and providing an assist on his starting debut. Ajax thus recovers from the 1-3 defeat in the top match against PSV from last week.

5 outlets

Official. 5 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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Estadio Deportivo broke it · yesterday

Antonio Hidalgo, about Marc Casadó: "He looks like a player who quickly gets into form"

The Deportivo de A Coruña coach appeared at the preview of the match against Getafe at Coliseum, from LaLiga EA Sports, where he spoke at a press conference about Yeremay, Giménez, Luismi Cruz and even Marc Casadó: "Little by little he will be getting into shape and entering the rhythm" Deportivo de A Coruña visits Getafe this Sunday at El Coliseum.

3 outlets

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Hürriyet — Spor broke it · 20h

Süper Lig’de away teams in form, 1-0 score in focus! Here are Misli’den Günlük Bahis Statistics

Misli’de Günlük and Haftalık Bahislerle excitement is doubling! Champions League, Avrupa Ligi, Konferans Ligi, Türkiye Süper Lig, 5 major leagues and many tournaments with special Daily and Haftalık Bahis statistics, the fun of betting continues to be experienced in Misli.

1 outlet

Official. 1 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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Daily Mail Football broke it · 4d

Man United Confidential: Stewards charged over derby assault axed by Old Trafford security, outrage at club's cup tickets warning, new stadium clears next hurdle and injury boost for Amad Diallo

The men are to appear at Manchester Magistrates' Court in January accused of attacking the 49-year-old supporter during a peaceful protest following United's 0-0 draw with Man City in April 2025.

1 outlet

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

261 OUTLET ONLYInjuryStadiums & infrastructureInjuries & fitnessEN

Money

5 stories

Daily Mail Football broke it · 2d

Todd Boehly is on the brink of leaving Chelsea and selling his minority stake - with Behdad Eghbali's Clearlake Capital set to take control of club

KIERAN GILL: Boehly, Walter and Hansjorg Wyss own 38.5 per cent of the club collectively. The other 61.5 per cent is held by Clearlake, who are led by Eghbali and Jose E Feliciano.

2 outlets, 2 languages

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

272 independentMoneyOwnership & M&APrivate equity in footballEN · FR

Palco23 broke it · 2d

The joint business of Leo Messi's last two clubs exceeds 10 million

UE Cornellá closed the 2024-2025 season with revenue of 1.8 million euros but lost 85,000 euros, while CD Eldense reached revenue of 9.1 million euros, but its losses were 1.1 million.

2 outlets, 2 languages

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

282 independentMoneyClub finance & PSRES · FRtranslated

Redgol broke it · 9h

What is the double chance of Betano in sports betting?

Discover the world of double chance betting at Betano Chile, a modality that increases your chances of winning by covering two of the three possible outcomes in sporting events, especially popular in football.

1 outlet

Single source. Only Redgol has this so far.

29TOO FEW SOURCES TO JUDGEGovernanceSouth AmericaBetting & gamblingEStranslated

Sportune broke it · yesterday

Girondins from Bordeaux. The new home kit unveiled

The new jersey of the Girondins has been released. The question being whether it will be worn on the occasion of an official match. @Girondins Une revelation that is quite lunar, as rarely seen in recent French football history. This Friday, the equipment manufacturer hummel revealed the new home jersey of Bordeaux's Girondins for the 2026-2027 season.

1 outlet

Single source. Only Sportune has this so far.

301 OUTLET ONLY—Merchandising & kitsFRtranslated

iSportConnect broke it · 3 Sep

SPORTEL Monaco 2026: Three Days, One Global Sports Media, Tech and Marketing Community

SPORTEL Monaco, the leading international gathering for sports media rights and technology professionals, is back at the Grimaldi Forum from 19–21 October 2026, bringing together the industry’s key decision-makers for three days of business, innovation and high-level connections. From rights holders and broadcasters to brands, streamers, platforms and technology leaders, the international sports media community […]

2 outlets

1 independent of 2 outlets covering.

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Media & Rights

2 stories

TorrentFreak reports · yesterday · LFP broke it →

Report Links Pirate IPTV to Hezbollah TV, Calls for U.S. Site-Blocking

Rightsholders have linked piracy to terrorism and organized crime for several decades. The framing first emerged in the late 1990s, when IFPI raised concerns about criminal networks smuggling pirated CDs across borders. The terrorism angle was added in 2003, when the U.S.

3 outlets, 3 languages

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

323 independent—Anti-piracy & illegal streamingFR · EN · HR

LFP broke it · 10h

LORIENT: 100 YEARS OF PASSION, A DOCUMENTAIRE INÉDIT CONSACRÉ AU CENTENAIRE DU FC LORIENT

In April 2026, the Football Club de Lorient celebrated its centenary. On this occasion, Ligue 1+ offers its subscribers "Lorient: 100 years of passion", an original documentary of 55 minutes, produced by Hide Park Productions (Mediawan), which traces the history of a club intimately linked to its city and its territory.

1 outlet

Single source. Only LFP has this so far.

331 OUTLET · EXCLUSIVE—Media, content & documentariesFRtranslated

Governance

8 stories

De Telegraaf Sport broke it · 19h

José Mourinho compares Real Madrid-sterren with fruit tree: 'Stones are thrown at it'

José Mourinho is known for his remarkable statements. Not for nothing does the coach of Real Madrid have the nickname The Special One. Friday it was a hit again at the press conference for the match with Rayo Vallecano.

5 outlets, 4 languages

5 of 5 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

345 independentGovernanceNL · ES · PT · ROtranslated

Bola.com broke it · 15h

Persita Wants to Celebrate 73 Anniversary with Victory Against Java United

The expressions of Persita Tangerang players during the match against PSIM Yogyakarta in the first week of BRI Super League 2026/2027 at Sultan Agung Stadium, Bantul, Saturday (5/9/2026). (Persita Media)

1 outlet

Single source. Only Bola.com has this so far.

39TOO FEW SOURCES TO JUDGE—Regulation & competition formatIDtranslated

Walfoot broke it · 3d

Twist of fate: Charleroi - Cercle will finally not be played behind closed doors

Charleroi - Cercle de Bruges, scheduled for Saturday 19 September, will indeed be played with spectators, announced... Cercle in a statement Tuesday evening. The sanction of a closed-door match given to the striped club will only come into effect during the next home match, against the RAAL La Louvière on 1er November, since the Zebras will have to travel three times in their next four matches.

1 outlet

Single source. Only Walfoot has this so far.

411 OUTLET ONLYGovernanceSafety, security & fan conductFRtranslated

Tech

2 stories

COPE Deportes broke it · 2d

Technology experts agree, Bill Gates included: "Robots must be taxed given what's coming with Inteligencia Artificial, because right now there's no clear plan"

The accelerated evolution of technology generates as much fascination as uncertainty in today's society. In this context, one of the most influential figures in the global technology landscape is once again raising alarms about the impact of digital advancement.

1 outlet

Single source. Only COPE Deportes has this so far.

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Elsewhere

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L'Équipe — Football broke it · 11h

Yan Diomandé started for the first time this season with the Real Madrid, against the Rayo Vallecano in La Liga

For the home derby against Rayo Vallecano on Saturday (21 hours, 5th day of Liga), the Real Madrid of José Mourinho presents itself with Yan Diomandé. Recruited for 125 M€ at RB Leipzig, the Ivorian striker is thus starting for the first time, forming an attractive attacking quartet with Kylian Mbappé, Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham.

7 outlets, 3 languages

Official. 7 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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Estadio Deportivo broke it · 19h

Hansi Flick clarifies his stance with the Barcelona squad: "It's better than last season"

The coach of Barcelona, ahead of the clash against Levante of LaLiga EA Sports, spoke at a press conference about the team's condition and the start of competition: "We are very happy to play at this level, but we know we have to prove it in every match" Hansi Flick appeared at the preview of the encounter against Levante at the Ciutat de Valencia.

5 outlets, 3 languages

5 of 5 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

455 independentInjuryES · FR · ROtranslated

Soccernet NG reports · 3d · Sportmediaset broke it →

Dele-Bashiru injury update: Positive Super Eagles news for Lazio midfielder

Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is closing in on a return from injury, with Lazio hoping he can rejoin team training before Saturday's Serie A meeting with AC Milan, Soccernet.ng reports . La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Dele-Bashiru could return to group training between September 9 and 10.

5 outlets, 4 languages

5 of 5 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

485 independentInjuryInjuries & fitnessEN · IT · HR · TR

RMC Sport — Football broke it · 18h

Brest-PSG: "He will be missed", Luis Enrique's heartfelt tribute to Eric Roy

On the eve of PSG's trip to Brest, Sunday evening for the 4th day of Ligue 1, the Parisian coach Luis Enrique paid tribute to the former coach of the Breton club, who died in 17 June, at 58 years old.

5 outlets

5 of 5 reported independently. Each added at least one detail no earlier report had.

535 independent—FRtranslated

Khel Now reports · 13h · Soccernews.nl broke it →

Liverpool 0-0 Fulham: Five key takeaways from Premier League 2026-27 clash

Check out the five key takeaways from the Premier League 2026-27 clash, including standout performances, major talking points and key moments.

7 outlets, 5 languages

Official. 7 outlet(s) reporting a result or a club statement — identical wording here is normal, not laundering. Echo scoring is switched off.

54OFFICIALResultInjuries & fitnessNL · EN · RO · ES · IT

DH Les Sports broke it · yesterday

His message to Pogacar, his rainbow jersey double objective, cohabitation with van Aert in Montreal: Remco Evenepoel unfiltered before the Quebec GP

If he wants to shine at the Quebec and Montreal GPs, Remco Evenepoel is mainly thinking about the world championships.

3 outlets, 2 languages

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

553 independent—Internationals & tournamentsFR · PTtranslated

Sportschau (ARD) reports · 13h · A Bola broke it →

Thanks to starter Silva: Borussia Dortmund beats Paderborn

Fabio Silva has found his way back into the starting lineup and also back into the goal. The striker initiated Borussia Dortmund's third season victory in the Bundesliga against SC Paderborn.

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.

58OFFICIALResultMatches & resultsPT · DE · EStranslated

Estadao Esportes broke it · 7h

Botafogo x Red Bull Bragantino for the Brasileirão: where to watch live, time and lineup

In crisis and falling in the Brasileirão table, Botafogo takes the field at 20h30 this Saturday, 12, in front of their fans at Estádio Nilton Santos, to try to recover against Red Bull Bragantino, which is in the upper half of the standings, in the 27th round. The match will be broadcast by Prime Video on streaming. Follow here in real time.

2 outlets

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

592 independent—South AmericaPTtranslated

Inside World Football broke it · yesterday

Clearlake set to buy Boehly and Walter’s Chelsea stakes, valuing club at £5bn

September 11 – Chelsea’s ownership structure is undergoing a major reshuffle, with Clearlake Capital nearing deals to buy the stakes held by Todd Boehly and Mark Walter in transactions valuing the club at around £5 billion. Clearlake already owns 61.5% of Chelsea and is now in advanced talks over the 12.8% holdings held separately by Boehly and Walter.

2 outlets

1 independent of 2 outlets covering.

661 independentMoneyPrivate equity in footballOwnership & M&AEN