Adi Hutter reveals game in which Paul Pogba could make Monaco debut
Paul Pogba (32) is not yet fit to return to action. Whilst he now regularly trains with his teammates, and plays a ‘joker’ role in possession games, he still needs to make the final steps in order to complete his return, following an absence of over two years.
When he joined Monaco at the end of June, Monaco CEO Thiago Scuro evoked a three-month programme for La Pioche. That would have put Pogba on course for a return around the start of October. We have now reached that point.
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Jose Mourinho reveals he received special message from Real Madrid president after Benfica appointment
Jose Mourinho’s relationship with Real Madrid and president Florentino Perez remains memorable, even years after his time at the club.
Mourinho, who managed the Spanish giants from 2010 to 2013, left a lasting impression with his intense approach and remarkable achievements, including a La Liga title and Copa del Rey.
Now, as the head coach of Benfica, the Portuguese manager has shared a touching moment that highlights his continued connection with Madrid.
Arne Engels has made 10 appearances so far this season [SNS]
Livingston first team coach Marvin Bartley revealed “there was a bit of an argument” between the dugouts during Sunday’s defeat by Rangers. (Clyde 1 via Sun)
Former Rangers defender Arthur Numan is still upset about the red card he received when the Ibrox side lost to Sturm Graz in 2000, with the sides facing each other again in Austria this week. (Record)
Forward Josh Gentles, 18, is confident he can score goals on loan at Raith Rovers and press his case for game time at parent club Rangers.
Gael Monfils, one of the most popular and entertaining tennis players of his generation, has announced he plans to retire at the end of the 2026 season after a 21-year career in the sport.
The Frenchman, who will turn 40 next year, intends to play at his home tournaments at Roland Garros and the Paris Masters one last time before ending his career at the end of the year.
Monfils became the oldest player to win an ATP Tour title in January when he won the Auckland title at the age of 38 – and was a fan favourite wherever he played because of his inventive shot-making and athleticism.
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Braves’ $16M ‘savvy’ waiver-wire claim now expected to leave for free agency in unforeseen twist
originally appeared on The Sporting News
The Atlanta Braves are enjoying a rare early offseason before the month of October, and it’s shaping up to be full of difficult decisions. One of the biggest questions centers around shortstop Ha-Seong Kim, who was claimed off waivers by the Braves at the end of the season. In just his second game with the team, he did something no other Braves shortstop had accomplished in over a year.
Why Werder Bremen’s season really starts this weekend
For every club in the Bundesliga, the 2025/26 season started about a month ago. This past weekend was the league’s fifth matchday, and the standings are filling out quite nicely. You can already tell the quality of some sides.
However, for Werder Bremen, their campaign hasn’t really kicked off quite yet. That will finally happen this Saturday.
Trial by fires
Die Werderaner were handed an absolutely brutal opening schedule.
Their first game was away to Eintracht Frankfurt, who ended last season in 3rd.
Jamie Carragher urges Liverpool boss Arne Slot to drop Florian Wirtz
Liverpool summer signing Florian Wirtz has been struggling following his move to the Merseyside club this summer for £116 million.
The German international midfielder has not been able to justify the significant investment in his services. He looks like a shadow of the player who dominated the Bundesliga.
Wirtz endured another miserable outing as Liverpool lost 1-0 to Galatasaray in the UEFA Champions League. He barely influenced proceedings and was guilty of ruining too many budding attacks.
Yankees’ Jazz Chisholm makes loud statement after surprise Game 1 benching vs. Red Sox
originally appeared on The Sporting News
Jazz Chisholm Jr. clearly wasn’t thrilled.
The New York Yankees’ star second baseman was on the bench for Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Round against the Boston Red Sox, and the Yankees lost.
Afterward, Chisholm was surrounded by New York media members who wanted to know how he felt about the surprising decision.
Chisholm conducted his entire postgame interview with his back to reporters, which spoke volumes.
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A UCL Win -> A Kylian Special
So, Los Blancos got the job done against Kairat.
📊 Cuesta wins in Serie A at 30, but he’s not the youngest! Top spot is 🤯
With the 2-1 victory against Torino, achieved thanks to Mateo Pellegrino’s double, Parma’s coach Carlos Cuesta has become the youngest coach since World War II to win a match in Serie A.
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