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• 🇿🇦 Bafana Bafana captain opens up on what fueled shock progression

  25-06-2026 06:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🇿🇦 Bafana Bafana captain opens up on what fueled shock progressionSouth Africa have done what many thought unthinkable this summer, after Hugo Broos' side shocked Son Heung-Min's Korea Republic with a 1-0 win, sealing guaranteed progression to the knockout stage for the first time.For a nation that is perhaps best remembered on the international stage as World Cup hosts in 2010, the introduction of the Vuvuzela, and Siphiwe Tshabalala's magical opener against Mexico, fe
  
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• Victor Munoz opens up on ‘really special’ Liverpool opportunity

  26-06-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Victor Munoz opens up on ‘really special’ Liverpool opportunityVictor Munoz and Liverpool, A Move That Already Feels Written for AnfieldMunoz Seizes His Liverpool MomentThere are transfers that feel negotiated, calculated and packaged. Then there are those that seem to arrive with the force of inevitability. Victor Munoz to Liverpool belongs closer to the latter category.The 22-year-old forward, signed from Osasuna after the Reds agreed a deal earlier this month, spoke with the sort
  
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• Arsenal poised to make Guimaraes offer after talks

  26-06-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal are set to make a move for Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes after holding exploratory talks.The Gunners have explored approaches for either Guimaraes or his club team-mate Sandro Tonali as they look to bolster their midfield.During discussions aimed at checking the financial conditions of a deal for Guimaraes, it is understood a fee of around £60m was initially intimated with the 28-year-old's representatives.Arsenal are now poised to make a fresh offer as they remain in
  
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• Which World Cup third-place teams will advance to knockout stage? What to know, standings, rules, tiebreakers

  26-06-2026 21:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 men's World Cup format is brand new, and it takes some figuring out when it comes to which teams will make the knockout rounds. MORE — World Cup group stage table, full standingsAs always, the top two teams from each group will reach the Round of 32, but this new format means that the eight best third-place teams will also join them in the last 32. But how that is figured out is explained below, with everything you need to know.World Cup third-place latest standings 1. Sweden - 4
  
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• France's Ousmane Dembélé records second-fastest hat trick in World Cup history vs. Norway

  26-06-2026 21:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France's Ousmane Dembélé scored the second-fastest hat trick in World Cup history with three goals in 32 minutes against Norway on Friday.Dembélé scored his three goals across 26 minutes, as his first came just minutes into the game with a slick right-footed shot.FRANCE GOES UP 1-0 🇫🇷Ousmane Dembélé scores early to put Les Bleus on the board! pic.twitter.com/tR6fWb3Ckv— FOX Sports (@FOXSports) June 26, 2026Less than 14 minutes later
  
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• Real Madrid star melts fans with insane skill at World Cup

  26-06-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star melts fans with insane skill at World CupReal Madrid star Arda Guler has not had an enjoyable World Cup on the whole, but he has finished his tournament on a high. The highlight of Turkiye’s group stages was their late winner against the United States, and Guler played a key role in it.The perennial dark horses, Turkiye once again failed to live up to their talent at the 2026 World Cup, exiting at the first hurdle. Despite having over 60 shots in their opening two matches
  
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• Manchester United Are In The Mix To Sign This Gifted Playmaker: One For The Future?

  26-06-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are In The Mix To Sign This Gifted Playmaker: One For The Future?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey claimed that Manchester United are in the mix to sign Club Tijuana playmaker Gilberto Mora. It has been mentioned that the Red Devils would have to compete with Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool in the race to land the Mexican whizkid this summer.Mora’s Rapid Rise In Mexican FootballMora enjoyed a good run of form at the Mexican club in the previous
  
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• Real Madrid shift transfer focus after completing four signings

  26-06-2026 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid shift transfer focus after completing four signingsReal Madrid moved surprisingly quickly, even by their own standards, this summer to tie down several new reinforcements for their team for the upcoming 2026-27 season. They have already signed four new players, including Marc Cucurella, Ibrahima Konate, Bernardo Silva, and Denzel Dumfries.While these new players are all exciting new additions, and would provide Jose Mourinho with a lot of quality, their arrival has still lead to anot
  
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• Norton-Cuffy attractive to Juventus, Napoli and Fiorentina

  26-06-2026 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Norton-Cuffy attractive to Juventus, Napoli and FiorentinaGenoa full-back Brooke Norton-Cuffy is set to spark a bidding war, with reports Juventus, Napoli and Fiorentina have all asked about the ex-Arsenal talent.The 22-year-old had a very impressive two years at Marassi since the transfer from the Gunners for €2m plus add-ons and a percentage of the sell-on fee.Norton-Cuffy sought-after talentUDINE, ITALY – DECEMBER 08: Brooke Norton-Cuffy of Genoa scores his team’s second goal
  
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• Jorge Mendes mastermind of Milan transfers, after Goncalo Ramos, targeted Casadó

  26-06-2026 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jorge Mendes mastermind of Milan transfers, after Goncalo Ramos, targeted CasadóJorge Mendes is emerging as the key behind the new Milan transfer strategy, as after a €70m deal for PSG striker Goncalo Ramos, he’s working to bring in Marc Casadó from Barcelona.It is hardly new that agent Mendes has very strong links with the Rossoneri, as he already helped engineer moves for Pervis Estupinan, Joao Felix, Andre Silva and of course coach Sergio Conceicao, amongst others.Now
  
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• England seeing benefits of fitness drive - Capsey

  26-06-2026 21:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Capsey (right) took a good catch at long-on to dismiss Deandra Dottin against West Indies [Reuters]England are starting to see the benefits of their improvement in fitness and fielding at the T20 World Cup having not lived up to standards previously, says all-rounder Alice Capsey.Dropped catches and a lack of athleticism in the field dogged England during their early exit at the 2024 T20 World Cup and their 16-0 defeat in the 2024-25 Ashes down under.Coach Charlotte Edwards said she would make p
  
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• 🤯 Ballon d’Or sewn up? France star is on another level

  26-06-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤯 Ballon d’Or sewn up? France star is on another levelWhat kind of wild match is this? After the Norwegians had already managed to surprise with their starting lineup before the game, the spectators were treated to three goals in the first 20 minutes. PSG star Ousmane Dembélé was outstanding against Norway’s B team and scored two beautiful goals right away. Another statement from the Frenchman in the race to defend his Ballon d’Or title.Just when
  
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• What is Richard Hughes doing? £100m+ agreement confirms Liverpool transfer plan is insane

  26-06-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What is Richard Hughes doing? £100m+ agreement confirms Liverpool transfer plan is insaneRichard Hughes is doing something absolutely insane. A £100m+ agreement confirms that.Manchester City agreed a deal with Nottingham Forest on Thursday evening. They're signing Elliot Anderson and doing it for a club-record £116m (The BBC).That's not just a club-record for City, either, but the most anyone has ever paid for a midfielder. Anderson becomes the most expensive British footballer
  
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• Manchester City Are On The Brink Of Recruiting This Nottingham Forest Midfielder: Dream Signing For Them?

  26-06-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are On The Brink Of Recruiting This Nottingham Forest Midfielder: Dream Signing For Them?In a recent report, journalist Fraser Fletcher mentioned that Manchester City are on the brink of recruiting Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson this summer. It is understood that the Mancunian club are close to agreeing on a British record deal to sign the English talent in this transfer window.Anderson’s Impressive Form In Premier League FootballThe 23-year-old enjoyed a good
  
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• Transfer fee, contract length, wage and bonuses: The numbers behind Man City’s record Elliot Anderson capture

  26-06-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Transfer fee, contract length, wage and bonuses: The numbers behind Man City’s record Elliot Anderson captureManchester City and Nottingham Forest have agreed a deal for Elliot Anderson for £116MThe fee is guaranteed with no add-ons, making it a club record Man City acquisitionAnderson to sign a five-year contract, with an option for a further 12 monthsManchester City have agreed a deal to sign England midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for a club record fee.Anderson h
  
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• Roma turn down another Como approach for Pisilli

  26-06-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma turn down another Como approach for PisilliIn search of Italians, Como has conducted a new survey to acquire Roma’s Niccolò Pisilli. As reported by TuttoMercatoWeb, the answer was a resounding no from the Giallorossi, who see him as a crucial part of the squad, so much so that they’re unwilling to even sit down to discuss the matter. He’s unsellable, even though the need for capital gains remains more than pressing for the Roman club.In January, there were several r
  
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• Report: Gary O’Neill wants Ipswich Town to sign £8m forward

  26-06-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Gary O’Neill wants Ipswich Town to sign £8m forwardIpswich Town Transfer News: Gary O’Neill Eyes Tom Fellows as First Major MoveO’Neill begins shaping Ipswich squadGary O’Neill’s arrival at Ipswich Town always promised movement. A new manager, a three-year contract, a club returning to the Premier League, a summer stretching out in front of them with all its danger and possibility.According to SportsBoom, one of his first major transfer targets could b
  
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• Lewis family inject £100m into Tottenham to fuel major summer transfer push

  26-06-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lewis family inject £100m into Tottenham to fuel major summer transfer pushThe Lewis family have injected a staggering £100 million into Tottenham Hotspur as they look to back new manager Roberto De Zerbi in the summer transfer window, Football.London reports.The move comes ahead of what could become one of the most ambitious rebuilds in recent years, serving as proof of how determined they are to restore Spurs to the top end of English football.The latest investment follows a previo
  
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• 📸 Red card and goal conceded! World Cup side in instant chaos

  26-06-2026 21:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Red card and goal conceded! World Cup side in instant chaosIt couldn’t have gone any better for Senegal. After the ball was already nestling in the Iraqis’ net in the fourth minute, the current bottom side of the group reduced themselves to ten men around five minutes later. After a defensive error, former Bayern star Sadio Mané was clean through, before being held back by Rebin Sulaka and therefore denied a shot. After reviewing the footage, the referee sh
  
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• York sign midfielder Read and defender Medley

  26-06-2026 21:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zech Medley was part of Bromley's League Two-winning squad in 2026 [Shutterstock]Newly promoted York City have signed midfielder Arthur Read and centre-back Zech Medley on free transfers.Former Luton Town academy graduate Read, 26, made more than 150 appearances for Colchester United after joining from Stevenage in 2023, scoring 14 goals.The Minstermen, promoted back into the Football League as National League champions, have not disclosed the length of contracts for Read or fellow new signing M
  
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• 📸 Iraq down to 10 after 13 mins: Senegal ahead, need a rout

  26-06-2026 21:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Iraq down to 10 after 13 mins: Senegal ahead, need a routSenegal and Iraq face off at BMO Field in Toronto on the final matchday of Group I, with both sides still on zero points after defeats to France and Norway.💡 Want to stay up to date on everything happening in the USA, Mexico and Canada? Don’t forget to bookmark the World Cup! To follow the tournament, search for “World Cup” on OneFootball and click the star next to it so you don’t miss a single sto
  
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• How Alex Grimaldo impacts Roma’s move for Matteo Ruggeri

  26-06-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How Alex Grimaldo impacts Roma’s move for Matteo RuggeriSerie A side Roma probably know how important wing-backs are for Gian Piero Gasperini’s system and they could be prepared to move for another one in Atletico Madrid’s Matteo Ruggeri.La Gazzetta dello Sportreport that Los Rojiblancos’ move for Alex Grimaldo will go through soon. This will reduce the possibility for Ruggeri to play regularly and therefore bring him close to a possible reunion with Gasperini at Roma.The
  
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• Aston Villa Are Now Eyeing €65m Newcastle Man: Right Option For Emery?

  26-06-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Are Now Eyeing €65m Newcastle Man: Right Option For Emery?Spending £85m on a striker usually guarantees you goals, or at least a bit of peace of mind. Newcastle United got neither. One summer after his blockbuster move from VfB Stuttgart, Nick Woltemade looks increasingly like an expensive square peg in a very round Tyneside hole. Now, the vultures are circling.Aston Villa face a fascinating gamble as heavyweights circle Newcastle misfit Nick WoltemadeAccording to transfer
  
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• Legendary Vieira: ‘Koné is the best midfielder in France today’

  26-06-2026 21:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Legendary Vieira: ‘Koné is the best midfielder in France today’Arsenal legend and former Genoa coach Patrick Vieira declared that Roma’s Manu Koné is ‘for me today the best midfielder in France.’Les Bleus complete the group stage of the World Cup this evening against Norway at 20.00 UK time (21.00 CEST).He has 16 senior caps for France, but was left on the bench for the opening World Cup game against Senegal, then started the next two with Iraq and Nor
  
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• Yan Diomande sends Liverpool an amazing come-and-get-me plea

  26-06-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Yan Diomande sends Liverpool an amazing come-and-get-me pleaYan Diomande is simply begging Liverpool to sign him. Will the Reds ultimately pull the trigger?It's no secret that Liverpool would love to sign Yan Diomande this summer. The Ivorian lit up the Bundesliga last season and there is no better teenage winger not named Lamine Yamal.The rise of Diomande has been extraordinary, in truth. He only broke through at Leganes at the start of 2025 but is already considered a €100m player.Liverpo
  
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• Uruguay icon praises Araujo for speaking openly about mental health: ‘A leading figure in world football…’

  26-06-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Uruguay icon praises Araujo for speaking openly about mental health: ‘A leading figure in world football…’Former Uruguay international Diego Forlan has praised Ronald Araujo for publicly addressing his mental health struggles, describing the FC Barcelona defender’s honesty as an important example for footballers and young people alike.The former Uruguay striker, who won the Golden Ball at the 2010 FIFA World Cup, believes Araujo’s decision to speak openly about suc
  
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• Chelsea Are Showing Interest In This Leeds United Left-Back: What Will He Bring To Stamford Bridge?

  26-06-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Are Showing Interest In This Leeds United Left-Back: What Will He Bring To Stamford Bridge?In a recent report, Expressen revealed that Chelsea are showing interest in Leeds United left-back Gabriel Gudmundsson. It has been mentioned that the Blues are eyeing a move to land the Swedish defender in this summer transfer window.Gudmundsson’s Impressive Form In The Premier LeagueGudmundsson enjoyed a good run of form at the West Yorkshire club in the previous campaign when he put in a s
  
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• Yan Diomande breaks silence on future amid Liverpool interest

  26-06-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Yan Diomande breaks silence on future amid Liverpool interestLiverpool Target Yan Diomande Keeps Focus on World Cup as Transfer Wait ContinuesLiverpool’s pursuit of Yan Diomande has already reached the familiar point where every touch, every quote and every social media rumour begins to feel like part of the transfer itself.The 19-year-old RB Leipzig winger is doing little to calm the noise. At the World Cup, he has been one of Ivory Coast’s standout performers, adding another assist
  
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• 🎥 Confused after the defeat? Germany star boards wrong team bus

  26-06-2026 20:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Confused after the defeat? Germany star boards wrong team busWhether he secretly wanted to switch teams or was simply distracted after the defeat against Ecuador? Following the German national team's 1-2 loss, Leon Goretzka accidentally got on the wrong team bus. But he seemed to notice his mistake quickly. Before he was even fully on the bus, the Bayern star got back off Ecuador’s bus and walked over to the Germans’ one. At least for those standing nearby, it lik
  
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• Ceballos pens farewell message after Real Madrid exit confirmed: ‘Will always be a part of me’

  26-06-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ceballos pens farewell message after Real Madrid exit confirmed: ‘Will always be a part of me’After nine years at the club, Dani Ceballos has brought an end to his time at Real Madrid, with the club announcing his departure today.The 29-year-old midfielder leaves the club as a free agent after reaching an agreement over a mutual termination of his contract, which still had one year left.While his destination has yet to be confirmed, everything indicates that Ceballos will be signing
  
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