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Arsenal is considering signing Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP and Benjamin Šeško from RB Leipzig, while MLS and Saudi clubs are eyeing Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne. Gyökeres seeks assurances of playing time and a chance to play in the UEFA Champions League, potentially affecting Newcastle's interest, while De Bruyne's contract situation could lead to a move to a club offering a lucrative deal. Additionally, Liverpool is interested in Fulham's Antonee Robinson, Manchester United has...

Stephen Bunting came from behind to beat Kai Gotthardt 3-1 in the afternoon session, securing his spot in the third round of the tournament. Bunting, ranked eighth in the world, staged an impressive recovery after dropping the first set and nearly falling behind 2-0. The victory sets up a last 32 meeting with the winner of Dirk van Duijvenbode's match, with a potential quarter-final clash against world number one Luke Humphries on New Year's Day...

In a Week 16 lineup advice article by Yahoo Sports' fantasy analyst Scott Pianowski, key players like WR Brian Thomas Jr., RB Patrick Taylor Jr., and QB Baker Mayfield are highlighted as strong starts with favorable matchups. RB Kendre Miller, WR Terry McLaurin, and TE Brenton Strange are cautiously recommended due to potential game script concerns, while RB Isiah Pacheco and WR Deebo Samuel Sr. are advised as red light sits. QB Jordan Love is...

Bill Connelly, an ESPN Staff Writer, highlights the top four FCS teams heading into the playoffs: Montana State, North Dakota State, South Dakota State, and South Dakota. The semifinals feature matchups between South Dakota State and North Dakota State, as well as South Dakota and Montana State. South Dakota State has shown significant improvement in recent weeks, while all four teams are in good form. Last week, the semifinalists won their games convincingly, with Montana...

In Yahoo Sports' Week 16 Fantasy Football Viewer's Guide, fantasy analyst Matt Harmon categorizes games into Binge, Stream, and Skip. The Steelers vs. Ravens matchup is a Binge game, with the Ravens defense excelling in the middle of the field and key players like George Pickens and Rashod Bateman making an impact. The Eagles vs. Commanders game is also highlighted, showcasing the Eagles' passing game potential against a zone-heavy defense. Overall, Harmon provides insights into...