Fiorentina sack manager Fabio Grosso after 0-3 start

Fabio Grosso at Fiorentina became the first head coach fired in Europe's top leagues this season after an 0-3 start in Serie A for the Tuscan club -- who are celebrating their 100th anniversary.

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Bold predictions, 2026-27: Ballon d'Or for Olise, Brentford in Champions League

Early in every season, Bill Connelly makes some bold predictions ... and he's often right. This year: expect Michael Olise to become the best player in the world, and Brentford to qualify for the Champions League.

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Chelsea win again, but this isn't Xabi Alonso ball yet; are Como for real?

Chelsea's second straight win was chaotic and fun -- just not the kind of performance Xabi Alonso was hired to produce. Also: Are Como for Real? And are Spurs turning a corner despite another tough loss?

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Champions League schedule: Real Madrid open league phase vs. Inter Milan

Record 15-time European champions Real Madrid will start the league phase of the Champions League on Sept. 8 when they host Inter Milan.

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Álvaro Morata heads to Leganés on one-year loan from Como

Álvaro Morata officially joined Spanish second-division club Leganés on a season-long loan from Como, Leganés confirmed on Friday.

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Fiorentina in talks with Man United over Zirkzee - sources

Fiorentina are in discussions with Manchester United over a deal for Joshua Zirkzee, sources have told ESPN.

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What Mastantuono, Estêvão transfers can teach South America's future stars

Both Franco Mastantuono and Estêvão moved from South America to Europe at the same time. However, after a season, both of them ended up on different paths.

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Fiorentina sign Real Madrid teenager Franco Mastantuono on season-long loan

Franco Mastantuono has joined Fiorentina on a season-long loan from Real Madrid, the clubs confirmed on Friday.

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