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Arbeloa deflects scrutiny as Fulham battle for first league win

Fulham head coach Alvaro Arbeloa deflects focus from his own position as the club seeks its first Premier League win against Hull City, with the team bottom of the table on two points after six matches.

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EFL weekend preview: Promotion races heat up across all four tiers

Swansea's defensive prowess faces West Ham's attacking firepower, while Birmingham and QPR battle for promotion credentials. Leicester seeks to reverse home form troubles, and League One and Two races remain wide open.

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O'Neill defiant after heavy Benfica loss as Celtic stumble in Europe again

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill insisted his side can still qualify for the Europa League knockout stages despite a 4-1 defeat to Benfica, though the Scottish club's record in high-stakes matches this season tells a different story.

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Martinez apologises for outburst after criticising Man Utd hierarchy

Lisandro Martinez apologised for criticising Manchester United's hierarchy after the Atletico Madrid defeat, meeting with club leadership on Thursday. The defender has been fined for his outburst. His contract expires next summer, with the club yet to decide on extending his deal.

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Arsenal midfielder Caldentey sidelined for up to 10 weeks with hamstring injury

Arsenal midfielder Mariona Caldentey faces 8-10 weeks out with a hamstring injury sustained against Manchester City. The 2024-25 WSL Player of the Year's absence compounds Arsenal's difficult start to the season as they sit 10th in the table.

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Infantino apologises but faces demands to prove fitness for Fifa role

Gianni Infantino apologised to the Fifa Council for his abandoned FFE proposal but was told he must release all documents and answer key questions to prove his fitness to lead. Senior officials indicated that contrition alone is insufficient without transparency.

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Bielik seeks psychological support after death threats following Portsmouth incident

Cardiff City defender Krystian Bielik is receiving psychological support from the club following alleged death threats after his controversial altercation with a Portsmouth fan. The 28-year-old accepted a misconduct charge and received a £10,000 fine.

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Hibs bans Block Seven for three matches following Tannadice disorder

Hibernian has banned its Block Seven supporter group from three matches following disorder at the Dundee United fixture, while police charge additional individuals connected to earlier disorder at St Johnstone.

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Ten more charged over St Johnstone-Hibernian match disorder in Perth

Police have charged ten more people following disorder at a St Johnstone versus Hibernian match in Perth on 6 September. The charges include five men aged 18-25, two 16-year-old boys, and three youths. Investigations continue with British Transport Police.

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Fish urges Cardiff to translate home dominance into away victories

Defender Will Fish believes Cardiff City must carry their dominant home form into away matches after their impressive 5-1 victory over Watford. The Bluebirds remain unbeaten at home but have lost four of five away games this season. Fish made his first appearance after recovering from hernia surg...

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Mourinho slams 'shameless' timing as Vinicius Jr banned for four games

Vinicius Jr faces a four-game La Liga ban after his red card for pulling hair against Villarreal. Real Madrid will appeal, while manager Mourinho criticized the timing of the suspension announcement.

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Martinez's future uncertain at Old Trafford amid contract doubts

Lisandro Martinez's Manchester United future remains uncertain following his public criticism of the club's hierarchy, with contract renewal in doubt. Meanwhile, multiple clubs monitor Newcastle's Bazoumana Toure, and Getafe pursue Jadon Sancho on a free transfer.

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