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• 🚨 Official: Robert Lewandowski has found a new club

  29-06-2026 22:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: Robert Lewandowski has found a new clubDeprived of a World Cup, Robert Lewandowski is still heading to the United States.At 37, the former FC Barcelona goal scorer has chosen to continue his career in Major League Soccer. Chicago Fire FC officially announced his signing for the next two seasons, granting him Designated Player status.The Pole joins a franchise currently sitting third in the Eastern Conference, with the ambition of bringing all his experience and eye for goal.I
  
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• Son apologises for South Korea's World Cup exit

  30-06-2026 08:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Son Heung-min is South Korea's joint top World Cup scorer, tied with Park Ji-sung and Ahn Jung-hwan on three goals [Getty Images]Captain Son Heung-min has apologised for South Korea's early World Cup exit while asking for encouragement rather than criticism and saying he will "run to death" for the nation's football fans.South Korea won their opening game in Mexico but lost their next two matches to finish third in Group A.A draw in their final group game would have been enough to qualify but th
  
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• 'It's been an easy transition' - Williams on Wimbledon return

  30-06-2026 08:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serena Williams won seven of her 23 Grand Slam singles titles at Wimbledon [Getty Images]For Serena Williams, everything and nothing has changed on her return to Wimbledon.She is not the same woman who walked off Centre Court four years ago after a loss to Harmony Tan.Since evolving away and then back to tennis, she has had a second daughter, co-founded a National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) team and danced at the Super Bowl.Some of the faces that practise alongside her have changed. Even some
  
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• Inter Milan director rules out summer move for Real Madrid midfielder: ‘Not even realistic’

  30-06-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter Milan director rules out summer move for Real Madrid midfielder: ‘Not even realistic’The latest Eduardo Camavinga transfer speculation has received a major update after Inter Milan publicly distanced themselves from any move for the Real Madrid midfielder.Camavinga’s future at Real Madrid has become one of the talking points of the summer, especially following reports suggesting that Jose Mourinho is not counting on Camavinga as a regular starter next season. With un
  
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• New Real Madrid signing Marc Cucurella turns his back on Barcelona: ‘Rather go bald’

  30-06-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New Real Madrid signing Marc Cucurella turns his back on Barcelona: ‘Rather go bald’As a former graduate of Barcelona’s La Masia, Marc Cucurella made a massive statement when he agreed to sign for Real Madrid earlier this summer.The Spanish left-back, after all, is a product of the Merengues‘ arch-rivals, and his agreeing to sign for Los Blancos is an indication that even Barcelona players can simply not resist an offer from Real Madrid.Needless to say, however, he has co
  
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• Barcelona and Atletico Madrid meet over Julian Alvarez transfer – report

  30-06-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona and Atletico Madrid meet over Julian Alvarez transfer – reportBarcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez appears to be moving into a decisive phase, with fresh reports claiming that direct contact has already taken place between the Catalan club and Atletico Madrid.The Argentine forward has emerged as one of Barcelona’s priority targets for the summer, and recent developments suggest that the possibility of a move is becoming increasingly realistic. While striking a d
  
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• Keskinen, Jensen, Lazetic and Yengi linked with exits - gossip

  30-06-2026 08:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aberdeen have rejected various bids for Topi Keskinen this month, but the offers were well below the club's valuation and they are not actively looking to sell the 23-year-old Finland winger. (Anthony Joseph on X)Aberdeen have turned down multiple bids from Debrecen for Topi Keskinen as they are looking to at least recoup the £800,000 they paid HJK Helsinki for the winger, who is believed to be open to a transfer amid interest from other clubs, including OB Odense. (Daily Record)Elfsborg a
  
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• 'Pandor poised for Rangers as Butland heads for Hull' - gossip

  30-06-2026 08:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ivor Pandor helped Hull City win promotion and is with the Croatia World Cup squad [Getty Images]Rangers are reportedly poised to sign Hull City goalkeeper Ivor Pandor, with Jack Butland moving in the opposite direction, as Aberdeen, Dundee, Dundee United and Motherwell are said to have received bids for key players. Croatia goalkeeper Ivor Pandur is on the cusp of joining Rangers in a £6m transfer from Hull City, with Ibrox number one Jack Butland heading in the opposite direction, after
  
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• World Cup: Germany, Netherlands & Japan out as Paraguay, Morocco & Brazil progress

  30-06-2026 08:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa World Cup 2026: Germany and the Netherlands are eliminated after losing on penalties to Paraguay and Morocco respectivelyGermany had never before lost a penalty shootout at a World Cup while Paraguayans have been granted a national holiday to commemorate their winCarlo Ancelotti's Brazil came from behind to knock Japan out and reach the last 16Watch highlights of all games here and relive the matches with our 3D experienceCould a heatwave make World Cup matches 'unsafe' this week? World Cup
  
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• Julian Nagelsmann sacked? German FA sporting director responds 💥

  30-06-2026 08:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Julian Nagelsmann sacked? German FA sporting director responds 💥After an exit from the World Cup as early as Germany’s against Paraguay, the national team coach is naturally under heavy criticism. However, DFB sporting director Rudi Völler has maintained his confidence in Julian Nagelsmann."Above all, the disappointment is immense," he told Magenta TV. "We had hoped for more, we had more to gain, but unfortunately, we were knocked out." However, he stressed that this was not d
  
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• The painful new reality Germany face after disastrous World Cup exit

  30-06-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Finally, Uli Stielike has company. For 44 years, an outstanding player for Borussia Monchengladbach, Real Madrid and his country stood alone as the only German man to miss a penalty in a World Cup shootout. Then three came in a flurry: Kai Havertz with a tame attempt, Nick Woltemade with a still tamer one and Jonathan Tah with his wild, skied effort the most crucial of the three before Jose Canale confirmed their fate.The old stereotypes of Germany football, the Turniermannschaft with their mena
  
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• 🔥 Morocco into last 16: mad penalties, Netherlands out! Gakpo 🥹

  30-06-2026 08:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔥 Morocco into last 16: mad penalties, Netherlands out! Gakpo 🥹Morocco beat the Netherlands and fly into the round of 16 after a battle decided only on penalties. Gakpo’s goal (72') — after which he burst into tears shortly after scoring — was cancelled out at the death by Diop (91'), sending the match into extra time. But the real surprises came in the shootout: from the spot, absolutely everything happened, between shocking misses and saves that somehow turned
  
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• The Mexico curse driving World Cup co-hosts to beat Ecuador in last 32

  30-06-2026 08:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With the round of 32 now underway at the 2026World Cup, plenty of expectation surrounds the three co-hosts, but nowhere more so than in Mexico. This is a nation with a proud and rich footballing history, unlike their co-hosts, but it has never advanced past the World Cup quarter-finals, without a match beyond the last 16 since 1986. There is hope that 2026 can be a year of firsts. Football fever has gripped the country as it hosts the World Cup for the third time, and from Monterrey to Mexico Ci
  
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• The secrets behind the save: How goalkeepers decide World Cup penalty shootouts

  30-06-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In the midst of one of the most famous World Cup shootouts interventions of all, with so much focus on him, Tim Krul was only looking to one place. That was into the eyes of the Costa Rica players.“You can see which ones are more nervous,” Krul smiles. “They’re not able to put the ball where they want.”So it proved with Bryan Ruiz and Michael Umana, as Krul saved from both to send the Netherlands through to the semi-finals in 2014.Tim Krul was the hero for the Nethe
  
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• Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Nathan Ake suffers heartbreak in dramatic Netherlands penalty shoot-out finale

  30-06-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Nathan Ake suffers heartbreak in dramatic Netherlands penalty shoot-out finaleMorocco’s remarkable World Cup run continued in Monterrey as the Atlas Lions edged a dramatic penalty shootout against the Netherlands to reach the Round of 16.Cody Gakpo gave the Dutch the breakthrough, scoring an emotionally charged goal that briefly looked set to send Ronald Koeman‘s side through.But Morocco hit back almost immediately as Issa Diop rose to head home from a
  
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• Germany crash out as England fixture hit by attendance concerns

  30-06-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany crash out as England fixture hit by attendance concernsThe stakes have risen sharply as the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached the knockouts, with the opening round already delivering plenty of intrigue.Brazil bounced back from a half-time deficit to beat Japan 2-1 in a dramatic clash at Houston Stadium, as Gabriel Martinelli struck a last-gThe stakes have risen sharply as the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached the knockouts, with the opening round already delivering plenty of intrigue.Brazil bounced
  
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• Arsenal rebuffed after enquiring about Bournemouth’s Alex Scott

  30-06-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal rebuffed after enquiring about Bournemouth’s Alex ScottArsenal have seen an approach for Bournemouth’s Alex Scott knocked back, with the Cherries making it clear he is not available for transfer this summer, according to the BBC.The Premier League champions are in the market for a new central midfielder ahead of the new campaign and have identified Scott as a target.However, Bournemouth have wasted little time in shutting down Arsenal’s initial enquiry, insisting the 22
  
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• Nico Paz issues official update on his future: ‘Best decision for me and Real Madrid’

  30-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico Paz issues official update on his future: ‘Best decision for me and Real Madrid’Late last night, Real Madrid officially announced the return of Nico Paz to Como and that the two clubs had reached an agreement for the player to play for the Italian club next season.His future has been a constant topic of discussion in recent weeks, especially after the club used their buy-back clause to bring him home and then put him back on the market for a higher price.Como, who truly value hi
  
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• Joan Laporta fuels Julian Alvarez speculation with telling admission: ‘We can make dreams come true’

  30-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Joan Laporta fuels Julian Alvarez speculation with telling admission: ‘We can make dreams come true’Joan Laporta has made intriguing comments regarding Barcelona’s interest in Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez.The Argentine forward has already taken a significant step by informing Atletico Madrid of his intention to leave, hoping to fulfil what has been described as a personal dream. Notably, Barcelona remain determined in their pursuit and do not want to let Alvarez
  
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• 2026 World Cup: 5 things to know about Bosnia and Herzegovina ahead of the Round of 32 matchup vs. the USMNT

  30-06-2026 07:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup is already off to a thrilling start, and on Wednesday, the United States men's national team will finally get their chance to join the fun. The USMNT will face off against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara, California, for their first game of the knockout round.Bosnia and Herzegovina, while still a relative newcomer to the World Cup, has a history of gritty wins that could make for an unexpected challenge. Here are a few things to know about the team bef
  
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• Seven Manchester City stars could leave in first Enzo Maresca decision

  30-06-2026 07:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Seven Manchester City stars could leave in first Enzo Maresca decisionA major squad overhaul is brewing at Manchester City as Enzo Maresca prepares to streamline the first-team.High-profile defensive pillars and seasoned midfielders spearhead a list of potential departures.Cashing in on established talent could provide a fiscal cushion to offset the club’s acquisitions.Manchester City could yet sanction permanent exits for seven players in the first few acts of Enzo Maresca’s tenure,
  
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• Forget Yan Diomande, Liverpool can sign 'crazy fast' sensation instead

  30-06-2026 07:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Forget Yan Diomande, Liverpool can sign 'crazy fast' sensation insteadYan Diomande's Liverpool snub will hurt for some time. Most people expected the Ivorian to be one of the first signings that Liverpool made after the World Cup.And, even though it felt like his transfer to L4 was guaranteed, he's ended up choosing to join Paris Saint-Germain instead.This has now made fans think whether Diomande and his agents were just using the Reds to get a better deal from the Champions League winners all a
  
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• 🎥 Suddenly the feed cuts out! Paraguay fans miss crucial penalty

  30-06-2026 07:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Suddenly the feed cuts out! Paraguay fans miss crucial penaltyImagine it’s a penalty shootout and you don’t even get to see the decisive kick? That’s what happened to these Paraguay fans. But see for yourself. A truly bitter moment that first turned into pure despair before the celebrations knew no bounds. Because by the time the picture came back, it was already clear: Paraguay had gone through and knocked the Germany team out of the tournament. After this
  
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• World Cup Day 20 What to Watch: France heavily favored, but Norway-Ivory Coast and Mexico-Ecuador bring real intrigue

  30-06-2026 07:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 World Cup knockout stage continues on Tuesday with three more Round of 32 matchups.Here's what you need to know for Day 20 of the World Cup.Ivory Coast vs. NorwayTuesday, June 30 | 1 p.m. ET | Dallas | TV: FoxOdds: Ivory Coast +140, Norway -172Norway has all the makings of a Cinderella run, and it starts with one of the tournament's biggest stars. Erling Haaland is expected to return to the starting lineup after resting in the group stage finale, reuniting with captain Martin Øde
  
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• Has Manchester City finally found the right-back they’re after?

  30-06-2026 07:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Has Manchester City finally found the right-back they’re after?Signing a right-back is high on the Manchester City priority list for this summer. Matheus Nunes is City’s first-choice right-back but the Portuguese international carried a heavy workload last season. Signing a player who provides cover and competition for Matheus Nunes would be of great benefit to Enzo Maresca’s squad. Players such as Chelsea’s new signing Marco Palestra and Feyenoord’s young right-bac
  
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• Emotional Gakpo scores days after loss of unborn son

  30-06-2026 07:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cody Gakpo opened the scoring in the 72nd minute against Morocco [Getty Images]Cody Gakpo appeared to be in tears as he scored for the Netherlands only days after the loss of his unborn son.The Liverpool forward, 27, scored the opening goal in the Netherlands' last-32 tie against Morocco, which they went on to lose 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time.His partner, model Noa van der Bij, announced the news on Saturday. The couple were expecting a second child together, with the
  
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• Julian Nagelsmann confirms stance over Germany future after World Cup exit

  30-06-2026 07:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann has ruled out resigning from his post after his side’s dramatic loss to Paraguay in the World Cup round of 32, saying that he will lead the team at Euro 2028 if the German FA want him to.Die Mannschaft were unconvincing in the group stages of the World Cup but finished top of Group E and despite their loss to Ecuador in their final game, they were heavy favourites as they faced Paraguay in Boston.However, a first-half goal from Julio Enciso gave Paraguay t
  
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• 🥐☕️ FC Breakfast: Neymar snubbed, Germany at rock bottom

  30-06-2026 07:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐☕️ FC Breakfast: Neymar snubbed, Germany at rock bottomGermany’s penalty shootout streak comes to an end ❌Knocked out by Paraguay in a major upset (1-1, 3-4 on pens), Germany lost a World Cup penalty shootout for the first time in its history.Before tonight, the Germans had won four straight shootouts. Even worse, against Paraguay, Germany missed more penalties (3) than in its previous four shootouts combined (1).A historic setback, symbolic of a Mannschaft tha
  
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• Morocco snatch shoot-out victory from jaws of defeat to knock Netherlands out of World Cup

  30-06-2026 07:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morocco beat the Netherlands 3-2 in a dramatic penalty shoot-out to reach the World Cup last 16 after their knockout tie ended 1-1 following extra time.Ismael Saibari converted the winning spot kick ⁠after Yassine Bounou saved Crysencio Summerville's penalty, sending Morocco through after a dramatic contest in which they had forced extra time with a stoppage-time equaliser.Morocco's Neil El Aynaoui and Dutch substitute Justin Kluivert missed their attempts before Bart Verbruggen appeared t
  
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• World Cup 2026: The first 4 games in the Round of 32, with penalty shootouts and 3 late goals, have been incredible

  30-06-2026 06:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  We're just four games into the knockout round of the 2026 World Cup, but something shifted. The opening matches of the Round of 32 have been absolutely incredible. If that's any indication — with a pair of penalty shootouts and two matches decided in stoppage time already in the books — we're in for a very, very exciting rest of the way during the World Cup.Canada tops South AfricaLet's start with Canada, which was both the first game in the knockout round and somehow the least
  
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