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• 🔄 Fresh start: after the exit, when Brazil next play

  06-07-2026 02:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔄 Fresh start: after the exit, when Brazil next playWith the 2-1 loss to Norway, the Brazilian National Team bowed out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup this Sunday (5) in the round of 16.Brazil had not been eliminated at this stage of the tournament since 1990 and, on top of that, is now facing the longest title drought in its history.The fifth title was won on June 30, 2002, meaning the national team will go 28 years without lifting the trophy.Previously, the "record" had been from 1970 (thir
  
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• “I didn’t dream of this in my life” – Erling Haaland reacts to Norway’s stunning World Cup win over Brazil

  06-07-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “I didn’t dream of this in my life” – Erling Haaland reacts to Norway’s stunning World Cup win over BrazilErling Haaland says Norway’s World Cup run is “surreal” after their stunning win over BrazilThe Man City striker has scored seven goals for Norway at the FIFA World Cup so farHaaland admits he could not have imagined beating Brazil as Norway reach the quarter-finalsManchester City forward Erling Haaland has reacted to Norway’s sensational
  
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• Marc Casado opens up on Barcelona future amid exit talk: ‘Spoke with Flick and made things clear’

  06-07-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marc Casado opens up on Barcelona future amid exit talk: ‘Spoke with Flick and made things clear’Marc Casado has been one of the most talked-about names in Barcelona’s summer, with the young midfielder heavily linked with an exit amid a lack of playing time last season. Now, the academy graduate has provided a significant update on his future, especially amid speculation linking him with a move to Saudi Arabia.In a recent interview, Casado made clear that his intention remains
  
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• 'You've been trying to kill me for 23 years' - should Ronaldo start?

  06-07-2026 13:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  "I am not the player I used to be."Cristiano Ronaldo approached the big debate head on as he spoke to the media before Portugal's World Cup last-16 tie against Spain on Monday (20:00 BST).The 41-year-old, who again confirmed this would be his last World Cup, has divided opinion with his performances at the tournament, with three goals to his name but some ineffectual performances.But, when asked on Sunday about his future and recent criticisms, he replied: "I'm not doing too bad."You have been t
  
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• Jamal Musiala undergoes surgery

  06-07-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jamal Musiala undergoes surgeryBayern Munich have confirmed that Jamal Musiala has undergone minor, routine surgery, upon his return from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.“The procedure is part of the standard medical protocol following his serious injury last summer and had long been scheduled for the period after the tournament in North America. Thanks to the procedure, the attacker will be able to complete pre-season according to a clearly structured plan, ensuring he’ll be back in time fo
  
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• Three Liverpool stars have already returned ahead of pre-season training

  06-07-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three Liverpool stars have already returned ahead of pre-season trainingWataru Endo back early as Andoni Iraola begins Liverpool pre-season resetLiverpool are back on the training ground, or at least some of them are, and that matters more than people think. According to Liverpool.com, Wataru Endo, Giovanni Leoni and Stefan Bajcetic have all reported to the AXA Training Centre ahead of the wider squad return. For a new head coach walking into a dressing room that needs clarity, intensity and qui
  
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• Pulisic: Balogun ‘had no intention to cause harm’, I’m happy with Amorim and Ramos

  06-07-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pulisic: Balogun ‘had no intention to cause harm’, I’m happy with Amorim and RamosChristian Pulisic insists his teammate Folarin Balogun had ‘no intention to cause harm’ with a tackle that cost him a red card, which has now been suspended: ‘The most important thing is that Flo can be on the pitch.’Milan and USMNT star Pulisic discussed FIFA’s decision to suspend the red card issued to his compatriot Balogun against Bosnia and Herzegovina, making hi
  
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• Free agent striker puts lucrative offer from Besiktas on hold while hoping for Barcelona call

  06-07-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Free agent striker puts lucrative offer from Besiktas on hold while hoping for Barcelona callAmong the latest Barcelona News, Dusan Vlahovic has emerged as an intriguing market opportunity after reportedly putting his future on hold in the hope of receiving a call from the Catalan club.According to SPORT, the Serbian international has decided to delay a final decision on his next destination despite receiving a concrete proposal from Besiktas. According to the outlet, the striker’s pr
  
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• Arsenal sign German international forward Cerci

  06-07-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal sign German international forward CerciArsenal have completed the signing of German international forward Selina Cerci on a permanent deal.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Gunners this morning.The 26-year-old attacker joins Arsenal off the back of a spell with German Google Pixel Frauen-Bundesliga club TSG 1899 Hoffenheim. Cerci has spent the last two years with Die Kraichgauer, scoring 34 goals in just 47 appearances.Prior to her spell
  
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• Brazil have fallen from their pedestal and the way back to the elite will be long and painful

  06-07-2026 13:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It was the end of the world for Brazil. “That’s football,” shrugged Carlo Ancelotti. Few have the temperament to treat heartbreak with such equanimity. Brazil may have imagined their World Cup would end at the MetLife Stadium and so it did: but in the last 16, not the final, with defeat to Norway, not a win over France or Spain. There will be a conspicuous absence from the quarter-finals: for the first time since 1990, there is no Brazil. The serial Champions League winner will
  
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• 🤔 Quiz of the week: did you keep up with Brazil’s elimination week?

  06-07-2026 13:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤔 Quiz of the week: did you keep up with Brazil’s elimination week?The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues, and Monday means it’s time for the Quiz of the Week, of course.Brazil was knocked out in a week when a lot happened. Did you keep up with everything?Take the Quiz of the Week here!After testing your knowledge, write in the comments if you managed a 10/10.Also say whether you found it easy or if it was very difficult.This article was translated into English by Artificial Intel
  
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• The numbers behind Spain defence chasing World Cup history

  06-07-2026 13:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Unai Simon has gone 519 consecutive World Cup minutes without conceding, while Spain are yet to let in a goal at the 2026 tournament [Getty Images]There is an old saying, often attributed to legendary American football coach Paul 'Bear' Bryant, that "offence sells tickets, but defence wins championships".If that theory holds true, Spain are giving themselves every chance of lifting the World Cup.Luis de la Fuente's side have reached the last 16 without conceding a goal and are the only team yet
  
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• It's a Richard Hughes masterclass, £80m star is coming to Liverpool

  06-07-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's a Richard Hughes masterclass, £80m star is coming to LiverpoolLiverpool have a lot of issues to address in the 2026-27 season. Not only has Mohamed Salah left but, the Reds also have a gaping void in their defence now that Ibrahima Konate has exited.Each of these things are problems in their own right, but, the fact that it feels like another massive rebuild is on its way to Anfield is a tad scary.On paper, the Reds' summer window last time around felt like one of the best that a club
  
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• Arsenal complete forward signing after 34-goal Hoffenheim run

  06-07-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal complete forward signing after 34-goal Hoffenheim runThe 26-year-old, who is a long-time Arsenal supporter, adds goals, flexibility and another front-three option for Renée Slegers.Photo by Mateo Villalba Sanchez/Getty ImagesArsenal have signed Selina Cerci on a free transfer, with the 26-year-old forward joining from Bundesliga side TSG 1899 Hoffenheim.Cerci scored 34 goals in 47 appearances for Hoffenheim and arrives as a versatile attacking option capable of playing across the
  
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• Tottenham complete club-record £100 million signing of Sandro Tonali from Newcastle

  06-07-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham have significantly bolstered their squad with the club-record signing of midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle, marking a substantial escalation in their summer spending. The agreement between the two Premier League rivals was finalised last Wednesday, with the move officially announced on Monday morning. Spurs are understood to be paying an initial £92.5 million, with an additional £7.5 million in add-ons to take the total fee to £100 million.Tonali expressed his d
  
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• Barcelona midfielder primed for major leap in 2026/27 season after difficult recovery year

  06-07-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona midfielder primed for major leap in 2026/27 season after difficult recovery yearBarcelona appear convinced that the upcoming campaign could finally be the season in which Marc Bernal takes the next step in his development and becomes an important figure in Hansi Flick’s squad.According to AS, the 2026/27 season is expected to be a defining year for the young midfielder after a campaign largely influenced by his recovery process and careful workload management. Within the clu
  
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• Silva joins Hammers coaching staff

  06-07-2026 12:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rui Pedro Silva has worked with Hammers boss Nuno Espírito Santo at five clubs [Getty Images]West Ham United have added to their backroom staff with the appointment of Rui Pedro Silva as assistant head coach.The 49-year-old previously worked alomgside Hammers boss Nuno Espirito Santo at Rio Ave, Valencia, Porto, Wolves and Nottingham Forest.Silva helped Wolves win promotion to the Premier League in 2018 and to reach the Europa League quarter-finals in 2020.He joins fellow assistant coache
  
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• Tonali and De Zerbi break silence as Tottenham seal Newcastle’s 2nd-biggest sale

  06-07-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tonali and De Zerbi break silence as Tottenham seal Newcastle’s 2nd-biggest saleSandro Tonali reveals he spoke to Roberto De Zerbi ‘for close to two hours’ before joining Tottenham while Newcastle confirm that the Italian’s sale is the ‘second-largest fee ever received for a player’ in the club’s history.Tottenham and Newcastle officially confirmed Tonali’s move to North London on Monday morning, with the Italian midfielder releasing his first
  
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• PSV set to strengthen bid to retain title with signing of AZ Alkmaar midfield star

  06-07-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSV set to strengthen bid to retain title with signing of AZ Alkmaar midfield starPSV have, much to the concern of any Eredivisie title rivals, appear to be adding another star player to their squad ahead of the new season. AZ Alkmaar’s star midfielder and captain from last season, Sven Mijnans, is reportedly swapping AZ for PSV and will undergo a medical on Monday. VI also states that Mijnans will cost PSV around €15m Euros. Mijnans came through the Sparta Rotterdam system before mak
  
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• 🤕Bayern confirm Musiala will undergo surgery

  06-07-2026 12:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤕Bayern confirm Musiala will undergo surgeryAs a routine part of his recovery process, the German will undergo minor surgery that will not prevent him from being ready for the start of the Bundesliga.
  After Germany’s elimination from the World Cup, Musiala returns to Bayern and will have to go under the knife again, but there is no need to panic.It is nothing serious, as the German club has stated, assuring that their player "underwent a minor, scheduled, routine surgical procedure
  
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• Millwall sign Belgian midfielder Servais

  06-07-2026 12:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mathis Servais spent his youth career with Charleroi and Club Brugge [Getty Images]Millwall have confirmed the signing of midfielder Mathis Servais from Belgian Pro League side KV Mechelen.Servais, 21, joins the Lions on a long-term deal, for an undisclosed fee.He played 34 times for Mechelen last season, scoring twice and helping them finish in fifth place."He's young, but plays with real maturity for his age. We see him as a central midfielder - athletic, strong and comfortable playing progres
  
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• Tottenham seal £100m move for Newcastle's Tonali

  06-07-2026 12:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sandro Tonali made 79 Premier League appearances for Newcastle, scoring five times [Getty Images]Tottenham have completed the signing of Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali for a club-record fee which could reach £100m.The 26-year-old joins the London club after three seasons with the Magpies.Spurs had a bid of around £80m rejected by Newcastle, but reached agreement on a deal where they are expected to pay an initial £92.5m plus a further £7.5m in add-ons."I'm very happy
  
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• Barcelona receive firm response after exploring deal for Man City defender – report

  06-07-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona receive firm response after exploring deal for Man City defender – reportBarcelona’s search for defensive reinforcements appears to have hit an immediate obstacle after Manchester City have ruled out any possibility of parting ways with Ruben Dias this summer.According to Team Talk, Ruben Dias Barcelona links have emerged in recent weeks, with the Catalan side among several European heavyweights to enquire about the Portuguese international’s availability. Howeve
  
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• UEFA slam FIFA over decision involving former Gunner

  06-07-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA slam FIFA over decision involving former GunnerUEFA have joined those speaking out against FIFA’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s red-card ban, calling the decision “incomprehensible and unjustifiable”.Photo by Michael Steele/Getty ImagesFolarin Balogun received a red card in the USA’s last match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, and with no right of appeal, it seemed as though the former Arsenal striker would have no choice but to miss his team’s nex
  
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• Official: Italy international Tonali joins Tottenham from Newcastle

  06-07-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Italy international Tonali joins Tottenham from NewcastleTottenham Hotspur confirm Sandro Tonali’s transfer from Newcastle: ‘A tenacious, creative and energetic figure across the midfield.’Premier League side Tottenham confirmed Tonali’s move from Newcastle with an official statement on Monday morning.Multiple sources reported over the last few weeks that Spurs had agreed a €115m deal with Newcastle to secure the services of the ex-Milan star.This transfer
  
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• Manchester City reject Real Madrid, Chelsea enquiries for 29-year-old key defender – report

  06-07-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City reject Real Madrid, Chelsea enquiries for 29-year-old key defender – reportIt is no secret that Real Madrid are in the market for another centre-back despite having already roped in Ibrahima Konate on a free transfer.Incoming manager Jose Mourinho has identified the centre-back department as the one that needs the most reinforcing and is intent on adding another player before the transfer window closes.Names like Nico Schlotterbeck and Josko Gvardiol have all been mentioned
  
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• Quinten Timber linked as potential Roma reinforcement

  06-07-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Quinten Timber linked as potential Roma reinforcementRoma is looking for strong players who can improve their squad ahead of their return to the Champions League, a competition Gian Piero Gasperini is particularly passionate about. The Grugliasco-born coach’s goal has always been to return the Giallorossi to the top of the Champions League. The futures of Manu Konè and Neil El Aynaoui, who are popular in the Premier League, are still unclear. Meanwhile, should either player leave, a
  
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• De Zerbi chat 'was like magic' - Tonali on Spurs switch

  06-07-2026 12:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]New Tottenham signing Sandro Tonali says "there was only one" club he was going to join this summer.The 26-year-old midfielder joins Spurs for a club-record fee which could reach £100m after three seasons with Newcastle in which he became a key player and helped the club win the Carabao Cup - their first trophy in 70 years."I'm very happy to be here," Tonali told club media after the move was confirmed. "When I arrived at the club today, it felt fantastic. People said about t
  
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• Wilfried Nancy in pole position to take Strasbourg job

  06-07-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wilfried Nancy in pole position to take Strasbourg jobWilfried Nancy could be set for a return to club management. As per a report from Onze Mondial, the former Celtic manager is the frontrunner to succeed Gary O’Neil at RC Strasbourg Alsace. Strasbourg are looking to appoint O’Neil’s successor before their return to pre-season on 8th July. It leaves Le Racing pushed for time. It comes after O’Neil’s surprise exit. The Englishman only arrive
  
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• Barcelona captain De Jong expresses disappointment after World Cup elimination: ‘Lump in my stomach’

  06-07-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona captain De Jong expresses disappointment after World Cup elimination: ‘Lump in my stomach’The FIFA World Cup has been full of upsets along the way, right from Turkey and Uruguay’s elimination in the group stages to Germany and the Netherlands’ elimination in the Round of 32.For nations of such stature and footballing culture, crashing out at such an early stage is indeed seen as an embarrassing result, and Barcelona captain Frenkie de Jong was one who had to fac
  
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