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• ☕️🥐 FC Breakfast: Mbappé on the flute 🪈, Spain cools off 🧊

  14-06-2026 06:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ☕️🥐 FC Breakfast: Mbappé on the flute 🪈, Spain cools off 🧊Mbappé the flautist 🪈Before becoming the player we know today, Kylian Mbappé had a busy childhood.Speaking with James Corben, the France international admitted that he played the flute when he was little. In fact, if he scores against Senegal, he promised to celebrate in a certain way... To be continued!Spain cools off 🧊During training sessions, La Ro
  
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• Real Madrid no longer likely to sign star midfielder this summer

  14-06-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid no longer likely to sign star midfielder this summerReal Madrid have already been very busy in the transfer market, with the signings of Ibrahima Konate and Denzel Dumfries wrapped up. Further additions are being sought, although one player that had been close to a Bernabeu return is now no longer expected to arrive in 2026.For months, it has been reported that Real Madrid will re-sign Nico Paz when the summer transfer window re-opens. The Argentina international has been a revelatio
  
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• Injured Arsenal international set for World Cup start after returning to training

  14-06-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Injured Arsenal international set for World Cup start after returning to trainingArsenal and France fans received good news on Saturday, as William Saliba finally returned to training with his national team ahead of their World Cup campaign.Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty ImagesAmid his ongoing back issues and a couple of training absences this week, William Saliba returned to training with France on Saturday.L’Equipe report that Saliba trained normally on Saturday, adding that his half-time
  
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• Could Japan be the World Cup's dark horses?

  14-06-2026 14:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Japan went unbeaten against European opposition at the last World Cup, beating Germany and Spain in the group stage and drawing with Croatia (1-1) in the round of 16 before being eliminated on penalties. [Getty Images]There is always at least one team that defies the odds and emerges as the surprise package of a World Cup.Just ask Morocco, Russia, and Costa Rica, three nations who have all produced memorable runs deep into the knockout stages in recent years despite the modest expectations headi
  
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• Inter and Arsenal-linked Koné ‘will talk’ about Roma future after the World Cup

  14-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter and Arsenal-linked Koné ‘will talk’ about Roma future after the World CupLinked with Inter and Arsenal in recent days, Roma and France midfielder Manu Koné insists that he will ‘talk’ about his future at the Stadio Olimpico only after the World Cup.France and Roma midfielder Koné briefly spoke about his future with the Giallorossi in an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport.Koné ‘only thinking about the World Cup’ amid Inter and
  
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• Arsenal and both Manchester Clubs keen on Premier League star

  14-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal and both Manchester Clubs keen on Premier League starIliman Ndiaye attracting Arsenal, Man City and Man Utd interest as Everton face major transfer testEverton’s summer transfer plans may ultimately revolve around one player more than any other. While David Moyes is looking to strengthen his squad across several positions, growing attention from Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United towards Iliman Ndiaye threatens to create an entirely different challenge.According to a re
  
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• Frustrated forward’s transfer stance adds to Liverpool summer upheaval

  14-06-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Frustrated forward’s transfer stance adds to Liverpool summer upheavalGakpo exit talk raises fresh Liverpool concerns after Salah departureLiverpool’s summer of transition may yet have another significant chapter to write, with reports suggesting Cody Gakpo is considering his future at Anfield following a turbulent period for both player and club.According to reporting originating from SoccerNews in the Netherlands, Gakpo has informed Liverpool of his desire to seek a move away this
  
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• Image: Real Madrid’s third kit design for 2026-27 season leaked

  14-06-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Image: Real Madrid’s third kit design for 2026-27 season leakedWhile the world’s gaze is heavily fixated on the ongoing FIFA World Cup, Real Madrid is working hard to ensure they have a solid foundation for the next club season. After two unlucky trophy-less seasons, they are after all looking to bounce back.Their kit sponsor, Adidas, have meanwhile been concurrently working on the team’s kits for the 2026-27 campaign. A few designs have been leaked, but none have been confirme
  
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• He was the new Robben! Bundesliga flop now living his World Cup dream

  14-06-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  He was the new Robben! Bundesliga flop now living his World Cup dreamTahith Chong – does that name ring a bell? If you're a real Bundesliga nerd or a Werder Bremen fan, the penny may already have dropped. The 26-year-old played for Werder Bremen for half a year from August 2020 to January 2021.Five years later, Chong will face the German national football team with Curaçao at the World Cup tonight at 7 p.m. But actually, he was supposed to be the new Arjen Robben lining up for the N
  
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• Fluminense close in on sale of striker to Finland

  14-06-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fluminense close in on sale of striker to FinlandFluminense is about to make official the departure of yet another promising player from its youth academy.According to information from ge, striker Kelwin, a familiar name among Tricolor fans for his recent appearances in the São Paulo Junior Football Cup, is in advanced talks to join a Finnish club.The 20-year-old player has already said goodbye to his teammates, and only bureaucratic procedures remain to finalize the deal.The History of t
  
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• Grêmio hits six months without a main sponsor

  14-06-2026 13:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Grêmio hits six months without a main sponsorGrêmio has reached an uncomfortable milestone behind the scenes of its commercial operations: the club has now gone six months without a master sponsor to occupy the prime spot on its jersey.The last time the Tricolor Gaúcho filled the front space was on December 8, at the end of last year’s Brasileirão, through a one-off two-match deal with the Energia Bet brand.Since then, the club has remained without a fixed partner
  
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• Santos protect academy, speed up renewals to avoid losses

  14-06-2026 13:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Santos protect academy, speed up renewals to avoid lossesSantos has changed its approach in the transfer market and has started adopting an aggressive pace to extend the contracts of its top youth academy prospects, according to ge.The board's objective is clear: to prevent the "Meninos da Vila" from earning space and visibility in the first team only to then leave for free or for lower-than-expected fees to clubs abroad.Over the last year, the Santos board secured contract extensions for at lea
  
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• Amorim ready to accept Milan offer, waiting for final green light

  14-06-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amorim ready to accept Milan offer, waiting for final green lightFabrizio Romano reports that Ruben Amorim is keen to become the new Milan coach and is ready to accept the offer from the Serie A giants, waiting for the club’s ‘final green light.’Former Manchester United coach Amorim is ready to sign a contract with Milan, according to Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.Amorim ready to accept Milan’s offerA Bola and Corriere dello Sport already reported that the Rosso
  
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• Richard Hughes fast-tracks Rio Ngumoha contract after Bayern Munich scare

  14-06-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes fast-tracks Rio Ngumoha contract after Bayern Munich scareWhile no agreement existed between the clubs the 17-year-old winger was reported to have green-lit the move to the Bundesliga giants.And it’s perhaps understandable why the electric winger would be open to a move away at this stage of his career. Rio was stuck firmly behind Cody Gakpo - and also Florian Wirtz - in the pecking order under Arne Slot.Even when the youngster impressed in his cameos - featuring goals again
  
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• Liverpool hold talks for Morocco wonderkid Ayyoub Bouaddi

  14-06-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool hold talks for Morocco wonderkid Ayyoub BouaddiLiverpool have been credited with an interest in Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi.Bouaddi made 30 Ligue 1 appearances last term, helping Lille qualify for the UEFA Champions League.The 18-year-old starred in Morocco’s 1-1 draw with Brazil in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener on Saturday. He has been one of the standout players at the tournament.Liverpool have now held talks with Bouaddi’s representatives, but face competition fro
  
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• Frattesi at a crossroads as Nottingham Forest ready to send offer

  14-06-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Frattesi at a crossroads as Nottingham Forest ready to send offerNottingham Forest are expected to send an offer for Inter’s Davide Frattesi, but the Italian midfielder has also attracted interest from Serie A clubs, so he must decide whether to move to England or wait for other proposals from Italy.Premier League side Nottingham Forest are expected to send an offer worth €25m, including add-ons, for Davide Frattesi.Frattesi waits for Nottingham Forest’s offerSky Sport Italia br
  
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• Barcelona star eyeing Xabi Alonso’s elusive Spain record in World Cup 2026

  14-06-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona star eyeing Xabi Alonso’s elusive Spain record in World Cup 2026The FIFA 2026 World Cup is already underway, with tournament favourites Spain set to kickstart their campaing tomorrow, as they take on Cape Verde.It should be a straightforward task for La Roja, especially after recent reports that suggest star man Lamine Yamal should be fit for the encounter. The opening game will be even more important for Dani Olmo, as the Barcelona star is chasing an elusive record.Dani Olmo eye
  
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• What to watch at Flamengo during the World Cup break

  14-06-2026 13:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What to watch at Flamengo during the World Cup breakWith the 2026 World Cup halting the main competitions, Flamengo’s professional squad (both men’s and women’s) has entered a rest period. But if you’re already missing cheering for the Rubro-Negro, the youth teams still have a packed schedule ahead!⚽ Youth FootballUnder-20 (Brasileirão and OPG Tournament)The top youth level will face a tough run of national classics and regional tournaments:06/14 (2:45 PM): P
  
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• Angelino wants to continue at Roma despite La Liga interest

  14-06-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Angelino wants to continue at Roma despite La Liga interestRoma is preparing to make decisive changes to the flanks, with a mini-revolution that reflects the new technical demands and the desire to build a squad more suited to Gasperini’s project. Some certainties already exist, starting with Wesley, considered a permanent fixture in the Giallorossi’s lineup, but the rest of the department is still being finalized. Outgoing players and contractual situations are reshaping the balance
  
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• World Cup injury tracker: Lamine Yamal, Neymar and Christian Pulisic latest updates

  14-06-2026 13:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamine Yamal is touch-and-go to be fit for Spain’s World Cup opener against Cape Verde on Monday. The 18-year-old superstar has been out since late April due to a left hamstring injury but is now back in full squad training. Yamal lit up the international stage at the European Championships two years ago at just 16 years of age. Will he be fit enough to star this summer in North America? As well as Yamal, Brazil were without Neymar for their draw against Morocco - will he be fit for their
  
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• El Aynaoui: “Will I stay at Roma? Of course, I feel great there.”

  14-06-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  El Aynaoui: “Will I stay at Roma? Of course, I feel great there.”Neil El Aynaoui made a successful debut at the 2026 World Cup, starring for Morocco in the match against Brazil. The Roma midfielder played the full 90 minutes, delivering a solid performance in an intense and hard-fought match that ended 1-1. It was an important match for El Aynaoui, not only because of the caliber of their opponents, but also because of the importance of the fixture. Morocco faced Brazil with characte
  
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• BBC Sport pundits choose England World Cup XIs - who would you pick?

  14-06-2026 13:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As Thomas Tuchel's side countdown to their opening game against Croatia on 17 June (21:00 BST), BBC Sport pundits have chosen their starting XI for their first World Cup game in Dallas.Would you start Manchester City defensive duo, Marc Guehi and John Stones or would you pair one of those players with Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa?Jude Bellingham will wear the number 10 shirt for the World Cup, but will he have a starting shirt in the Three Lions' opening game? You can make your selection too and sha
  
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• Real Madrid new signing set to be made official after the World Cup – report

  14-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid new signing set to be made official after the World Cup – reportReal Madrid have made some key strides in their squad-building over the past week or so, notably confirming Jose Mourinho as the new coach.The Spanish giants are also slated to bring in three new players in Ibrahima Konate, Denzel Dumfries and Bernardo Silva. Konate and Silva are expected to join on a free transfer, with the deal for the former being finalised a long time ago. Konate to be announced after the World
  
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• Manchester City defensive target edges closer to contract renewal with Premier League rivals

  14-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City defensive target edges closer to contract renewal with Premier League rivalsMan City target Pedro Porro close to a new Tottenham contract until 2030The right-back had been monitored by City as a potential summer additionSpurs view Porro as non-transferable under manager Roberto De ZerbiMan City target Pedro Porro is reportedly close to agreeing a long-term contract with Tottenham, dealing a blow to the Hugo Viana’s pursuit of the right-back.City had registered interest in r
  
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• Liverpool defender signs for new club

  14-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool defender signs for new clubCarter Pinnington leaves Liverpool as West Brom secure highly-rated defenderWest Brom have moved decisively to secure the signing of Carter Pinnington from Liverpool, landing one of the club’s most highly regarded young defenders as they continue their squad rebuild ahead of the new Championship season.The Baggies have beaten significant competition to reach an agreement for the 19-year-old centre-back, who has spent virtually his entire footballing lif
  
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• Cds: Roma in a hurry to sign Greenwood while Milan star Pulisic offered

  14-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cds: Roma in a hurry to sign Greenwood while Milan star Pulisic offeredCorriere dello Sport reports that Roma directors want to secure Mason Greenwood’s signature by the end of June, so they’ll send a formal proposal to Marseille next week, while Milan star Christian Pulisic has been offered to the Giallorossi.Roma are eager to strengthen their attacking department for 2026-27 regardless of Paulo Dybala’s future at the Stadio Olimpico.Greenwood’s potential Roma trana
  
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• Barcelona veteran struggling to attract offers as Ajax deal falls through

  14-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona veteran struggling to attract offers as Ajax deal falls throughThe future of ter Stegen remains one of the biggest unresolved issues at Barcelona this summer, as the club grow desperate to get rid of the German international.Coming on the back of a loan spell at Girona, which was marred by his surgery, ter Stegen has failed to attract any solid offers, no thanks to his hefty salary that has ruled out most clubs.Ajax had recently shown interest in ter Stegen, especially after the Dutch
  
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• What do the stats say about Scotland's win over Haiti?

  14-06-2026 12:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scotland won their opening match at the World Cup for the third time (also 1974 and 1982). All three times they won their first match they were top of the group after one matchday with all three groups also featuring Brazil.This was Scotland's fifth World Cup win, their first since a 2-1 victory over Sweden in 1990 – also their first ever with only one goal scored in the tournament.Scotland have kept a clean sheet for the fourth time in a World Cup match (W2 D2) – three of them were
  
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• Real Madrid attacker will consider exit only on one condition amid Juventus interest

  14-06-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid attacker will consider exit only on one condition amid Juventus interestAs Real Madrid plan their summer squad overhaul, one of the players facing an uncertain future at the club is Brahim Diaz.New coach Jose Mourinho has a clear preference for Nico Paz, who is expected to return after a successful spell at Como. This could impact Brahim’s role in the team.Currently playing the World Cup for the Moroccan national team, the attacker’s future remains a hot topic at Real Mad
  
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• Leicester close in on Martin appointment

  14-06-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Russell Martin played for Wycombe, Peterborough, Norwich, Walsall and MK Dons during his career[PA Media]Russell Martin is close to being appointed Leicester manager.The former Scotland defender, 40, is due to return to management for the first time since being sacked by Rangers in October.A final decision was due this weekend.Leicester were keen on appointing Martin last summer before he joined Rangers.The Foxes went on to appoint Marti Cifuentes, who was sacked in January after six months in c
  
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