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DR Congo head coach Sebastien Desabre has announced his squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with notable inclusions including Aston Villa defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Newcastle United forward Yoane Wissa, as the team kicks off its preparation campaign.

Juventus CEO Carnevale stated he has never spoken with Vlahovic since the striker's departure to Besiktas, confirming that a significant return offer was rejected, ending any possibility of his comeback. He noted Vlahovic respected the club at the time and emphasized that Juventus will continue working with their current squad despite ongoing long-term injury concerns.

Ancelotti confirmed in a CNN Brazil interview that Neymar will never return to the Brazil national team, ending his international career for good. The head coach stated that the 2022 World Cup squad cycle is over and Brazil needs to move forward by nurturing a new generation. In goalkeeping, he called up three young players of varying profiles to evaluate, while Alisson remains one of the world's top keepers.

Real Madrid has lifted its boycott of the Ballon d'Or and is fully backing Mbappe's 2026 campaign. The club previously boycotted the ceremony after Vinicius's snub in 2024 but has now adopted an open stance. The 70th anniversary ceremony will be held on October 26 at London's Palladium Theatre. Mbappe's case includes 22 World Cup goals (all-time top scorer) and 16 Champions League goals (top scorer), though his team finished fourth in the World Cup and was eliminated by Bayern in the Champions League. A win would be his first Ballon d'Or and Real Madrid's 12th in club history.

Japan U21 head coach Oiwaka Go confirmed in a post-match interview that his squad is in strong form with consistent club appearances, and pledged that the team will play offensively in its own style rather than passively. He declared gold at the Los Angeles Olympics as the primary goal, planning to work backward from that target while developing young players through competitive experience. Despite expecting highly motivated opponents, Oiwaka stated that Japan would face every challenge head-on.

Japanese midfielder Tenjiro Takasaki has signed a loan deal with Brazilian club Gremio U20 until February 2027. The 20-year-old from Osaka made just one League Cup appearance for Machida Zelvia before departing for his new South American challenge.

Steve Kerr revealed he nearly quit coaching the Warriors before last season's end but ultimately decided to stay after three meetings with co-owners Joe Lacob and Rick Lacob and GM Mike Dunleavy. With no regrets, Kerr embraces the Warriors being unfavored, considering it a non-issue, and expresses strong confidence that the team can put together a spectacular season.

A Manchester derby highlighted the stark contrast in transfer fortunes between the city's two giants: United failed to sell underperforming Zirkzee throughout the summer window, while City successfully landed Everton's Iliman Ndoye for £65M just days before the deadline, illustrating the widening gap in transfer strategy and ambition between the two sides.

Feyenoord midfielder Sem Steijn sparked Dutch controversy with his celebratory sprint after scoring as a substitute in a 1-5 Champions League loss to Barcelona at Camp Nou. Former international Johan van Hanegem publicly defended Steijn in De Volkskrant, arguing that the midfielder had the right to express his emotions after scoring in such a iconic venue and that critics should have the experience of scoring at Camp Nou themselves.

Knicks guard Taylor Collicutt aims to become a more aggressive paint threat in the new season, planning to attack the rim to draw defensive attention and create open opportunities for his teammates, after posting averages of 4.4 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 2.7 assists last season.

Lauren James scored in Chelsea Women's 5-0 thrashing of Manchester United, but persistent injury issues remain a concern as she is deployed as a false nine. With Chelsea's attack plagued by injuries and failed recruitment, James must stay fit to fulfill her crucial role for both club and country.

Knicks guard Taylor Coley revealed his plan to make the offense more aggressive this season by increasing his drives into the paint and using his shooting threat to collapse defenses, after acknowledging that last season's passive approach caused his form to decline after a promising start.

On his 60th birthday, AC Milan legend Dejan Savicevic reflected on his remarkable career and denied the 'genius' label, revealing that football may have saved him from a life of crime. The interview covers his journey from practicing on railway station platforms in Montenegro to joining OFK Titograd, Red Star Belgrade, and ultimately AC Milan in 1992. Savicevic cited his 1994 Champions League final goal as his career highlight and commented on the current Milan side, urging patience for the young squad.

Zidane is set to announce his first France squad on September 18 at 6 PM at the FFF headquarters, marking the first squad not managed by Deschamps in 14 years. The preliminary list of approximately 50 players features newcomers including Leboeuf, Pagis, Le Fee, and Dacunha. France faces four Nations League matches: against Turkey (Sept 25), Belgium (Sept 28), Italy (Oct 2), and Belgium (Oct 5). Zidane may expand the squad beyond 23 players, but key stars Mbappe, Olise, and Dembele are confirmed to stay.

The Dutch Football Association is vying for 18-year-old left winger Ben Zahra as he breaks into Monaco's first team. Born in Breda and signed by Monaco at 16, Zahra made his Ligue 1 debut against Paris Saint-Germain in a 2-1 win last Friday. He has verbally agreed to extend his Monaco contract through mid-2029, despite having previously represented Morocco at U18 and been called up for the U20 squad, as Dutch officials have maintained ongoing contact with him.

On September 14, US media outlet NBAAlertsDaily published a list identifying the top star player for each NBA team, featuring selections such as SGA for the Thunder, Wembanyama for the Spurs, Jokic for the Nuggets, and many others. Fans were invited to adjust the list with their own opinions.

Inter Milan new signing Andy Diouf, who caught the eye at the Bernabeu and earned a French national team call-up from Zidane, revealed to L'Equipe that his current right-wing role isn't his ideal position. The young midfielder, who grew up playing centrally, said he prefers the middle of the pitch but is willing to give his all on the wing if it helps him establish himself at Inter.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Italian head coach Roberto Mancini is considering recalling Giacomo Fagioli to the national team after the midfielder's form and mentality significantly rebounded following Stefano Vanoli's return to the Fiorentina coaching staff. Fagioli showcased a standout performance in Fiorentina's away win against Venezia, the club's first Serie A victory of the season, and is eager to prove himself and earn a call-up to the Italian national squad.

In the third round of the League Cup, Ipswich Town host Arsenal at Portman Road. O'Neil acknowledged the Gunners' superior squad depth and expected Arteta to rotate. He admitted the 0-2 home loss to Liverpool was a mistake to be corrected on Tuesday, noting that Ipswich have previously pushed Arsenal to the brink, including leading away before a last-minute equaliser and causing trouble at the Emirates.

Dutch former wing-back Van der Wiel, who reached the World Cup final at just 22 while playing for Ajax, Paris Saint-Germain, and the Netherlands national team, suffered from severe panic attacks and identity crisis after his football career ended, highlighting the mental health challenges that can follow professional sports retirement.