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• 💥 Clash of giants: River invite Barça for a friendly at the Monumental

  05-06-2026 21:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💥 Clash of giants: River invite Barça for a friendly at the MonumentalThe football world could witness an international-caliber showdown in the coming months. River Plate has sent a formal proposal to FC Barcelona to play a friendly in Buenos Aires, taking advantage of the Catalan side’s preparation window.The details of the proposal in NúñezRiver’s board formally extended the invitation for the match to take place on August 7 or 8 at the Mâs Monume
  
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• Atletico Madrid preparing ‘painful sale’ as summer plans take shape

  07-06-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid preparing ‘painful sale’ as summer plans take shapeAtletico Madrid are bracing for a difficult summer of squad restructuring, with sporting director Mateu Alemany preparing what Sport describe as a ‘painful sale’ as he looks to reshape Los Colchoneros’ defence. The Catalan outlet reports that Alemany must offload players before bringing in targets – with club captain José María Giménez among those who could be moved on.The
  
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• Euro 2016 10 years on - and NI's bright future

  07-06-2026 14:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Josh Magennis is the sole remaining player from Euro 2016 in Michael O'Neill's squad to face France [Getty Images]It's 16 June, 2016. Hailstones are falling from the sky in Lyon. Gareth McAuley has just scored one of the most famous goals in Northern Ireland history.It takes you back, doesn't it?It is 10 years since Northern Ireland's last major tournament, and Michael O'Neill's side are back in France.They are taking on Didier Deschamps' star-studded side in Lille on Monday, in what is Les Blue
  
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• Milan, Juventus and Chelsea made to wait for Maignan transfer decision

  07-06-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan, Juventus and Chelsea made to wait for Maignan transfer decisionMilan, Juventus and Chelsea are all eagerly awaiting updates from Mike Maignan, who could potentially leave San Siro this summer, but the Frenchman is unlikely to make a final decision in the immediate future: Here’s why.Why Maignan is in no rush to make decision on Milan futureMaignan is among the star players that could leave Milan following the team’s failure to qualify for the 2026-27 Champions League.The Rosso
  
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• Defender to earn in excess of €100m as part of Real Madrid agreement

  07-06-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Defender to earn in excess of €100m as part of Real Madrid agreementEarlier this week, Florentino Perez confirmed that Ibrahima Konate would join Real Madrid if he was re-elected as president. The defender, who will leave Liverpool as a free agent at the end of the month, has agreed a four-year deal with the Bernabeu club, which will become active at the start of July, when he’s likely to still be at the 2026 World Cup with France.Konate had been on Real Madrid’s radar as early
  
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• Sporting director confirms Arsenal loan won’t be extended

  07-06-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sporting director confirms Arsenal loan won’t be extendedLucas Nygaard’s time with Brabrand IF is at an end, with the club’s sporting director confirming his initial loan spell won’t be extended.Photo via Brabrand IF on InstagramArsenal youth goalkeeper Lucas Nygaard has spent the season on loan with Danish third-tier club Brabrand IF, and there were some suggestions earlier in his spell that Brabrand might look to bring him back for another loan next year.But with Nygaar
  
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• Three La Fabrica talents who could do pre-season with Real Madrid first team this summer

  07-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three La Fabrica talents who could do pre-season with Real Madrid first team this summerPre-season is always an important period for new signings, returning players and tactical adjustments, but it can also be a defining moment for the club’s brightest academy talents. Understandably, Real Madrid, who will be under a new manager for the next season, are expected to take a close look at several youngsters from La Fábrica ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.Over the years, Real Madrid
  
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• 4 days to the World Cup: USMNT 1990 World Cup anthem video remains cheesy, classic

  07-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The countdown to the 2026 World Cup is on! Each day ahead of the tournament's return to North America, Yahoo Sports will highlight an insight or moment that showcases just how grand the world's biggest sporting spectacle has become — even beyond the expanded field of this year's global event.During the 1980s and 1990s, it wasn't uncommon for a professional sports teams to create a music video to celebrate a championship or promote its players. Think of the Chicago Bears' "Super Bowl Shuffl
  
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• Journalist confirms €10m gap between Liverpool and Serie A giants with player keen

  07-06-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist confirms €10m gap between Liverpool and Serie A giants with player keenCurtis Jones and Inter Milan: Why a Summer Move Is Gathering MomentumLiverpool could be facing a significant midfield decision this summer as growing interest from Inter Milan in Curtis Jones begins to gather pace. What once appeared to be routine transfer speculation now carries greater weight, with respected transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano suggesting there is genuine substance behind the discussions.For a
  
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• Flamengo have NINE players they can still sell 🇧🇷

  07-06-2026 13:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flamengo have NINE players they can still sell 🇧🇷Flamengo has 16 players who have not yet reached the 13-match limit in the Brasileirão and, because of that, could play for another club in the competition.Some names on that list, however, are considered untouchable.According to GE, Fla will not allow players such as Emerson Royal, Danilo, Jorginho, Arrascaeta, Paquetá, Plata, and Bruno Henrique to move to another Brazilian club. Other players with fewer than 13 matc
  
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• Relegated Morecambe sign O'Kane as Nolan departs

  07-06-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morecambe have signed midfielder Taelor O'Kane from AFC Fylde, while winger Jack Nolan has left the club following their relegation from the National League.O'Kane, 20, has signed a one-year contract with the option of a further 12 months following the expiry of his deal with the National League North champions.Nolan, 25, scored 19 goals in 39 National League appearances last season but it was not enough to prevent the Shrimps succumbing to their second consecutive relegation.Nolan came through
  
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• Republic of Ireland have 'so much momentum' - Carusa

  07-06-2026 13:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Carusa broke the deadlock against the Netherlands[Getty Images]Republic of Ireland striker Kyra Carusa said they are ready for Tuesday's "historic and massive" World Cup qualifier against France in Grenoble.Carla Ward's side have the chance to qualify for their second consecutive World Cup when they face France, who currently occupy the solo qualification spot in League A2.Carusa has played a key part in this qualifying campaign, missing just one game, and scored the opening goal in their dramat
  
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• Richard Hughes' game-changing Liverpool plan is now finally in full effect

  07-06-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes' game-changing Liverpool plan is now finally in full effectLiverpool sporting director Richard Hughes finally has his game-changing plan in full effect. A new-look Reds.Richard Hughes took over as Liverpool sporting director back in early 2024. It's only really now, however, that the real plan can be put into full effect.Because this sporting director role differs from the previous one held by Michael Edwards, Julian Ward and Jorg Schmadtke. It's actually got more in common with t
  
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• Adams hopes double cements starting place against Haiti

  07-06-2026 13:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lawrence Shankland and Che Adams' partnership blossomed against Bolivia [Reuters]Che Adams hopes he has cemented his place in Scotland's starting line-up for their World Cup opener against Haiti after his strike partnership with Lawrence Shankland contributed to all four goals in their final warm-up win over Bolivia.Adams scored twice after Shankland opened the scoring then set up Scott McTominay for the second in New Jersey on Saturday.Asked by BBC Scotland if the pair had laid down a marker fo
  
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• After splashing out millions, Vasco eyes free agents in the 🛒

  07-06-2026 13:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After splashing out millions, Vasco eyes free agents in the 🛒In the Brasileirão relegation zone, Vasco is looking for "good and cheap" reinforcements for the second half of the season.The club spent a considerable part of its cash reserves to strengthen the squad early in the year.According to GE, Vasco invested more than R$100 million in signings during the first transfer window.Because of this, the club now mainly wants players who are free agents - which greatly limits the rang
  
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• Euro 2016 ten years on - and NI's bright future

  07-06-2026 13:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Josh Magennis is the sole remaining player from Euro 2016 in Michael O'Neill's squad to face France [Getty Images]It's 16 June, 2016. Hailstones are falling from the sky in Lyon. Gareth McAuley has just scored one of the most famous goals in Northern Ireland history.It takes you back, doesn't it?It is 10 years since Northern Ireland's last major tournament, and Michael O'Neill's side are back in France for the first time since.They are taking on Didier Deschamps' star-studded side in Lille on Mo
  
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• Thomas Tuchel says Jude Bellingham has found his ‘sweet spot’ heading into World Cup

  07-06-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England boss Thomas Tuchel believes fit again star Jude Bellingham heads into the World Cup in his “sweet spot”.The relationship between the Real Madrid midfielder and his national team manager has been under the spotlight since the German coach admitted last June that his mother found some of his on-field antics “repulsive”.Tuchel apologised for that remark before overlooking him for October’s camp and facing questions about recalled Bellingham’s reaction to
  
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• PULISIC PERFORMS WELL WITH THE USA, JASHARI ALSO IN ACTION

  07-06-2026 13:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PULISIC PERFORMS WELL WITH THE USA, JASHARI ALSO IN ACTIONSeveral AC Milan players were in action across the United States recently, one of the host nations for the upcoming World Cup. In San Diego, at Snapdragon Stadium, Ardon Jashari came on in the 71st minute in place of Manzambi during Switzerland’s 1-1 draw with Australia. The Rossoneri midfielder played the final 20 minutes plus stoppage time, adding valuable match fitness as he continues his preparations with the Swiss national team
  
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• Out since February, Corinthians full-back could boost the squad 👀

  07-06-2026 13:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Out since February, Corinthians full-back could boost the squad 👀Corinthians coach Fernando Diniz could receive a boost to the squad for the second half of the season.Left-back Hugo has been undergoing physiotherapy during the vacation break and is expected to begin the transition phase in the coming weeks so he can be available again.Hugo has been injured since February. As a result, he has made only three appearances this year. The information comes from GE.Formerly of Goiá
  
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• Two young Italy talents in line for debut opportunities against Greece

  07-06-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Two young Italy talents in line for debut opportunities against GreeceItaly are due to take on Greece in an international friendly on Sunday evening, and pre-match reports indicate that there will be opportunities for two new youngsters to make their full debuts for the Azzurri on the night.Potential Italy debuts in store for Ahanor and EkhatorItaly are under the leadership of interim head coach Silvio Baldini, who has been called in to take temporary charge following the resignation of Gennaro
  
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• Baldini praises Conte as Italy head coach role remains vacant: ‘Almost always wins’

  07-06-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Baldini praises Conte as Italy head coach role remains vacant: ‘Almost always wins’Interim Italy head coach Silvio Baldini appears to have given his endorsement to Antonio Conte, who remains linked with a move to return to the national team set-up following the resignation of Gennaro Gattuso earlier this year: ‘Whenever he didn’t win, he always came second’.Baldini praises Conte, who remains linked with vacant Italy roleBaldini is serving as Italy’s interim he
  
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• Signings? Exits? Inside Cruzeiro's transfer plans 🛒

  07-06-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Signings? Exits? Inside Cruzeiro's transfer plans 🛒Cruzeiro coach Artur Jorge gave some clues about the club’s plans for the mid-year transfer window.“I’ll be 100% involved. We’ve been working toward these objectives. We have clear plans within our means. We need to assess the transfer market, both sales and signings,” said Artur Jorge.According to GE, Cruzeiro has FOUR targets: a goalkeeper, a center-back, a defensive midfielder, and a forward.On the o
  
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• Arsenal players link up with England ahead of final pre-World Cup friendly

  07-06-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal players link up with England ahead of final pre-World Cup friendlyArsenal’s England internationals have finally linked up with Thomas Tuchel’s squad, with a tight turnaround now for the country’s final pre-World Cup friendly.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesAfter a bit of a break following the Champions League final, Arsenal’s England internationals Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Eberechi Eze, and Noni Madueke all linked up with Thomas Tuchel’s squad at th
  
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• 🎥Ancelotti backs Vini to show his best form

  07-06-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥Ancelotti backs Vini to show his best formAhead of the World Cup opener against Morocco, the Real Madrid player has a lot to prove.Ancelotti knows Vinicius well and is aware that many eyes are on him; he knows that his partnership with Raphinha can give Brazil what it needs at this World Cup.
  The Italian is confident that Vini will show his best form in what will be a World Cup where he hopes to establish himself as one of football’s biggest stars. Will he do it?This article was t
  
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• Iran’s World Cup plans in chaos after ‘discriminatory’ visa denials

  07-06-2026 13:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Iran’s plans for the World Cup are in disarray after claims that the national team will only be able to enter the United States on the day of their matches, with the host nation being accused of “discriminatory treatment” over visa denials.Key members of Iran’s coaching staff have had their visas denied due to the country’s ongoing conflict with the US, with the country’s embassy in Turkey lambasting the US government for “the worst possible form of poli
  
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• ‘It leaves a bad taste in my mouth’: Columbus embraces NWSL while questioning the cost

  07-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Members of the Columbus team’s ownership group pose with NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman.Photograph: Kirk Irwin/NWSL/Getty ImagesSports fans’ connection to their team of choice is usually strengthened by high points – wins, championships and the like. For Emily Kegg and thousands of other Columbus Crew fans, their connection was reinforced by a potential loss of their team itself. When the Crew’s then-ownership group and Major League Soccer threatened to relocate the tea
  
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• “I don’t even know myself” – Pep Guardiola appears in first interview since Manchester City exit

  07-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “I don’t even know myself” – Pep Guardiola appears in first interview since Manchester City exitGuardiola says his Man City spell was “really fun” and an “incredible experience”The 55-year-old admits he does not know what his next move will beGuardiola departed City after ten years following Sunday’s final-day defeat to Aston VillaPep Guardiola has admitted he has no idea what his next move in football will be, speaking publicly for the first
  
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• Eyeing reinforcements, Botafogo could part ways with goalkeeper 👋

  07-06-2026 12:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eyeing reinforcements, Botafogo could part ways with goalkeeper 👋In search of reinforcements for the goal, Botafogo could TERMINATE goalkeeper Neto’s contract early.The 36-year-old player is under contract with Fogão until June 2027, but has been dealing with criticism from the fans over decisive mistakes.Neto has already been on Corinthians’ radar.And, in the middle of this year, he received inquiries from clubs in China, Qatar, and Italy. The information comes from G
  
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• Romano Delivers Key Transfer Update as Liverpool Pursue Elite Talent

  07-06-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Romano Delivers Key Transfer Update as Liverpool Pursue Elite TalentLiverpool Move Edges Closer as Diomande Chooses Reds Amid Romano Transfer UpdateLiverpool’s summer rebuild appears to be gathering momentum, with highly-rated winger Yan Diomande reportedly favouring a move to Merseyside as discussions continue over one of the most talked-about transfers in European football.The 19-year-old RB Leipzig talent has emerged as one of the most coveted young attackers in the game, and according
  
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• Brazil face anxious wait as Wesley injured in win over Egypt

  07-06-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  InternationalsBrazil 2 - 1 Egypt FTEndrick scored Brazil's winner against Egypt [Reuters]Brazil full-back Wesley will have a fitness test to determine the severity of the injury that has put his participation in Scotland's World Cup group in jeopardy, head coach Carlo Ancelotti has revealed.The 22-year-old Roma defender left the field in tears 15 minutes into Brazil's 2-1 win over Egypt in their final World Cup preparation match after feeling discomfort in his left groin."Wesley is going to the
  
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