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Cherki's masterclass sends City statement at Palace under Maresca

Rayan Cherki scored twice as Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace 4-1 on 28 August 2026, with his second-half masterclass suggesting Enzo Maresca's side will not decline after Pep Guardiola's departure. Cherki's goals arrived within five minutes, fundamentally shifting the contest.

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Rangers allocate 300 tickets to Celtic for League Cup quarter-final at Ibrox

Rangers have confirmed a 300-ticket allocation for Celtic ahead of their League Cup quarter-final on 13 September, citing heightened safety concerns following disorder at their previous meeting on 8 March and recommendations from an independent review.

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Manchester United Sign Swedish Winger Monica Jusu Bah for £400k

Manchester United have agreed to sign Swedish winger Monica Jusu Bah from BK Hacken for approximately £400,000. The 23-year-old international will complete her move before next Thursday's Women's Super League transfer deadline.

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Larne's European collapse triggers fears over Irish League's continental future

Larne's UEFA Conference League exit on 27 August 2026 threatens to cost Northern Ireland a fourth European qualification place, triggering potential changes to the Irish League's structure, finances and calendar.

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O'Neill Confident Celtic Can Still Land Signings Despite LASK Exit

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill remains hopeful of signing new players despite the club's Champions League elimination by LASK. The Scottish champions fell 5-4 on aggregate and now face the Europa League, but O'Neill believes recruitment can continue before the transfer deadline.

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Goodwin's Hospital Admission Casts Doubt on Dundee United's Kilmarnock Trip

Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin has been hospitalised after falling ill on Thursday and may miss Saturday's Scottish Premiership match at Kilmarnock. Assistant Lee Sharp took training and media duties on Friday.

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Tekke's resignation rejected after Trabzonspor's heavy Europa League exit

Trabzonspor reject Fatih Tekke's resignation after a 5-0 aggregate Europa League defeat to Ferencvaros. The club attributes the decision to emotional impact. Tekke, appointed in March 2025, will remain in charge as Trabzonspor move to the Conference League.

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Celtic and Rangers ordered to play Scottish Cup ties behind closed doors after fan disorder

Celtic and Rangers have been ordered to play their next home Scottish Cup matches behind closed doors and pay £100,000 to their opponents following fan disorder at last season's quarter-final. Both clubs also face suspended additional penalties if further misconduct occurs.

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Celtic drawn with Benfica and Marseille; Hearts face Trabzonspor in European league phase

Celtic will face Benfica and Marseille in the Europa League, while Hearts take on Trabzonspor and Monaco in the Conference League. Both Scottish clubs compete in the new league-phase format beginning in September and October.

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Vidosic departs Brighton weeks before WSL season opener

Brighton manager Dario Vidosic departs just a week before the WSL season begins, seeking a new opportunity. The Australian led the Seagulls to their best league finish and first FA Cup final, but now faces an uncertain transition as Angel City emerges as his likely destination.

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Larne's Conference League dream ends in heartbreaking extra-time collapse

Larne's attempt to reach the UEFA Conference League league phase for the second time in three years ended in heartbreak on 27 August 2026 when Lincoln Red Imps completed a stunning comeback at Inver Park, winning 3-0 in the second leg to progress 3-2 on aggregate.

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Patience Over Panic: FPL Gameweek Two Strategy Guide

FPL managers face early-season dilemmas after Gameweek 1 disappointments. Expert advice emphasises patience over panic, recommending one more fixture for underperforming assets before transfers.

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