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• 📆 Return date set, Barça begin pre-season on 13 July

  05-06-2026 11:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📆 Return date set, Barça begin pre-season on 13 JulyThe FC Barcelona first team already knows its roadmap for the start of the 2026/27 preseason. The side managed by Hansi Flick has the return to action marked on the calendar as it prepares for a demanding season.The blaugrana players will return to work on July 13. As usual, the first few days back from vacation will be devoted exclusively to the traditional medical and fitness tests.After the first training sessions on the pitch
  
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• 🌏 The 5️⃣ favourites to win the 2026 World Cup

  05-06-2026 14:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🌏 The 5️⃣ favourites to win the 2026 World CupThe World Cup is now finally upon us in the biggest edition yet.For the first time ever, 48 teams will descend on the competition hoping to lift that famous little golden trophy.But who will come out on top?Users in Australia can bet on their picks with Ladbrokes here.We take a look at the top contenders for the crown.ArgentinaThe holders come into the tournament ranked as fifth likeliest to become the first team since Brazil in
  
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• Manchester City chairman reveals club’s value – but insists owner will not sell

  05-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sheikh Mansour has no intention of selling Manchester City, according to chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak.And Al Mubarak declared that the City Football Group, which includes 11 clubs, is worth at least $10bn now, from an initial value of around $100m when Sheikh Mansour, a member of the Abu Dhabi royal family, bought the English club in 2008. City have spent heavily on transfers and wages in the last 18 years but have also won – including eight Premier League titles, three trebles and the 202
  
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• Antonio Rudiger on Real Madrid season – ‘What do you want us to do, keep crying about it?’

  05-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Antonio Rudiger on Real Madrid season – ‘What do you want us to do, keep crying about it?’Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger has said that he and his teammates must be honest with themselves if they are to put a second season without a major trophy behind them. The German veteran is set to compete for a starting spot next season again in the heart of the Real Madrid defence, after finishing the year as an undisputed starter again.Rudiger was one of the players thtat was misse
  
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• 6 days to the World Cup: Kuwait's Prince successfully protested a France goal in 1982

  05-06-2026 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.Kuwait's only appearance at a World Cup was highlighted by a situation where interference by the country's Prince led to a reversed decision by the referee.After drawing their opening
  
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• Shakira and Burna Boy to headline first World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City

  05-06-2026 13:56 via yahoo.com
  Shakira and Burna Boy are poised to headline the first World Cup opening ceremony next week in Mexico City, performing the official tournament song, Dai Dai. The musical duo will take to the stage ahead of Thursday's opening match between co-hosts Mexico and South Africa.Fifa, the global football organisation, has scheduled three distinct opening events across the host nations, with further celebrations planned for the United States and Canada. For the Mexico City spectacle, additional performer
  
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• Tottenham’s Roberto De Zerbi key behind Moise Kean interest

  05-06-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham’s Roberto De Zerbi key behind Moise Kean interestSerie A side Fiorentina have been battling to keep hold of Moise Kean since last summer. Once again this year, they can face an uphill task to make sure the Italian stays at the club.The striker’s contract has a release clause which was active last year. No clubs triggered that but this summer presents another opportunity.FirenzeViolareport about the Azzurri forward’s future, noting that one club keen on him are Como. C
  
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• Roma do not intend to repeat Sancho saga with Greenwood

  05-06-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma do not intend to repeat Sancho saga with GreenwoodRoma has no intention of repeating last summer’s situation in an attempt to bring Jadon Sancho to the capital. Thus, La Repubblica reports, the Giallorossi will not participate in any auction for Mason Greenwood, the capital’s top target to strengthen their attack in the upcoming summer transfer window. After the Vaz deal in January, Roma would like to complete a second deal with the French club, but they don’t intend to dr
  
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• Report – Bayern Munich speedster is Florentino Perez’s mystery €150m target for Real Madrid

  05-06-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report – Bayern Munich speedster is Florentino Perez’s mystery €150m target for Real MadridThe mystery surrounding Florentino Perez’s promised blockbuster signing may finally have an answer.According to a report from The Telegraph, Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise is the player Florentino Perez is preparing to target with a sensational €150 million offer if he secures victory in the club’s presidential election.The Real Madrid president recently generated huge
  
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• Report: Brentford have launched £43m bid to sign forward

  05-06-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Brentford have launched £43m bid to sign forwardBrentford Close In on Record Move for Cologne Star Said El MalaBrentford appear to be edging closer to completing one of the most eye catching deals of their summer, with reports from Bild suggesting an agreement for Cologne forward Said El Mala is entering its final stages.The 19-year-old attacker has emerged as one of Germany’s brightest young talents and now looks set for a move to the Premier League after a remarkable breakt
  
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• Just in – €30 million-rated Juventus star ‘very tempted’ by the possibility of joining Barcelona

  05-06-2026 13:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Just in – €30 million-rated Juventus star ‘very tempted’ by the possibility of joining BarcelonaAccording to transfer specialist Nicolo Schira, it has emerged that Juventus full-back Andrea Cambiaso is ‘very tempted’ by the possibility of joining Barcelona and would be open to discussing a move should the Catalan club decide to intensify their interest.The development comes at a time when Barcelona continue evaluating several options for the full-back positions
  
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• James Trafford expresses gratitude to Manchester City fans as summer exit nears

  05-06-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  James Trafford expresses gratitude to Manchester City fans as summer exit nearsJames Trafford led Man City to the Carabao Cup and FA Cup double last seasonThe 23-year-old has received Thomas Tuchel’s call for England’s FIFA World Cup squadAston Villa, Newcastle United & Tottenham all interested in Man City shotstopperManchester City’s James Trafford has said he feels the love from the Manchester City fans and that he resonates with them owing to his northern roots.The forme
  
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• Barcelona priority target frustrated after current club fails to respond to Barcelona’s offer

  05-06-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona priority target frustrated after current club fails to respond to Barcelona’s offerBarcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez has taken another intriguing turn, with fresh reports suggesting the Argentine forward is becoming increasingly unhappy with how Atletico Madrid are handling his future.According to information from ESPN, relayed by Mundo Deportivo, Alvarez is struggling to understand why Atletico Madrid have yet to provide a response to Barcelona’s reported €1
  
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• Fleetwood's Neal signs two-year contract extension

  05-06-2026 13:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harrison Neal made 43 League Two appearances for Fleetwood Town in 2025-26 [Shutterstock]Fleetwood Town midfielder Harrison Neal has signed a new deal to remain with the club for a further two years.The 25-year-old came through Sheffield United's academy and later went on to join Carlisle United in January 2024.He made a total of 47 appearances for the club in all competitions before joining Fleetwood in January 2025.Neal, who has made a total of 72 appearances for Fleetwood, including 51 in 202
  
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• McLeish the 'outstanding candidate' in 'thorough, data-driven' boss search

  05-06-2026 13:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Craig McLeish emerged as the "outstanding candidate" for the manager's job after a "number of external candidates" were assessed, say St Mirren.The Buddies have appointed McLeish - who secured top-flight survival in his interim tenure last season - on a three-year contract following a "thorough, data-driven recruitment process that aligned with the club's football strategy on and off the pitch".Chief executive Keith Lasley said: "It was always the plan to get to the end of the season, have a sho
  
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• Feyi-Waboso to undergo surgery on facial injury

  05-06-2026 13:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Immanuel Feyi-Waboso came off with 12 minutes to go in Exeter's win at Leicester [Shutterstock]England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso could miss the rest of the Prem season after undergoing surgery for a facial injury.The 23-year-old was hurt in Exeter's win at Leicester last week and he will miss his club side's crucial final Prem game of the season against Saracens.The operation could also make him a doubt for England's summer matches against South Africa, Fiji and Argentina.In a statement in the
  
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• Mourinho identifies West Ham United’s £80 million-rated superstar as Real Madrid’s new midfield signing

  05-06-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho identifies West Ham United’s £80 million-rated superstar as Real Madrid’s new midfield signingAccording to AS, Jose Mourinho has identified West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes as one of the players he would like to see at Real Madrid if Florentino Perez secures victory in the presidential election.It is known that Mourinho is working on a vision for the next Real Madrid project and has already put forward several suggestions regarding potential reinforcements.&
  
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• Neilson leaves Lommel to take charge at Shenzhen Peng City

  05-06-2026 13:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]Former Hearts and Dundee United manager Robbie Neilson has joined Chinese Super League club Shenzhen Peng City as head coach after having "a wonderful time" as Lommel SK assistant.Neilson joined Lommel last summer as assistant to ex-Hibs boss Lee Johnson and the pair led the club to promotion to Belgium's top flight.Lommel are part of the City Football Group with Shenzhen Peng City and Manchester City among others."I have had a wonderful time in Lommel," Neilson told the Belgian side's webs
  
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• Manager, culture, less toxicity - fans on what must change this summer

  05-06-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on what one thing needs to change at Everton before the new campaign and why.Here are some of your comments:Mike: New manager, new ideas, positive approach. A coach who learns from mistakes, uses and develops players and understands the need to inspire fans. A coach who can pick players in the correct positions. Everton need to play front-foot football with players allowed to express themselves. Young players need to be given game time and we need to st
  
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• St Mirren appoint McLeish on three-year deal

  05-06-2026 13:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  McLeish won four of his 11 games in charge of St Mirren last season [SNS]Craig McLeish believes his background with St Mirren's academy makes him the best choice as manager after agreeing a three-year deal with the Scottish Premiership club.The 36-year-old stepped in on a temporary basis following the March departure of League Cup-winning boss Stephen Robinson to Aberdeen.McLeish won three of his nine league matches but was unable to prevent the Buddies finishing second bottom as Kilmarnock hit
  
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• Potter's Zlatan texts, overcoming failure & finding joy in Sweden

  05-06-2026 13:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Graham Potter was appointed Sweden head coach in October 2025 [Getty Images]"We are going to the World Cup, baby," manager Graham Potter told his Sweden players after a dramatic 88th-minute winner from Viktor Gyokeres against Poland booked his side's place in the finals.After the tension-filled 3-2 victory in the play-offs in front of 50,000 fans at Stockholm's Strawberry Arena in March, the 51-year-old revelled in what he described as "the best night of my career".It marked a moment of adulatio
  
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• Fans warned of hidden dangers of drinking alcohol in extreme summer heat at World Cup

  05-06-2026 13:06 via health.yahoo.com
  
  The Greyhound Bar & Grill in Los Angeles was already a hive of activity on a recent Saturday morning, filled with soccer fans cheering, clapping, and shouting. Their attention was fixed on the television screens, surrounded by an array of beer pints, pitchers, and other alcoholic beverages.Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal were battling it out in the Champions League final, and by 9:20am – less than half an hour into the match – patrons at the crowded bar had already spent $1,300 o
  
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• Mainoo nominated for award after starting season on Man Utd fringes

  05-06-2026 13:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][PA Media]It seems a lifetime ago that Kobbie Mainoo was seriously considering his future at Manchester United.Mainoo was left on the bench by Ruben Amorim for the first two games of the season against Arsenal and Fulham and then only introduced for the second half of the victory over Burnley at the end of August.Mainoo feared for his World Cup place and asked to leave on loan, with Napoli keen to snap him up.United said no - but Mainoo still did not get picked to start as the season contin
  
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• 'One-buyer market' may slightly reduce Anderson fee - Storey

  05-06-2026 13:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]The fee Nottingham Forest may eventually receive for Elliot Anderson may be "slightly deflated" because of there being a "one-buyer market" for the midfielder, says The i's chief football writer Daniel Storey.Manchester City had had an opening bid for Anderson rejected by Nottingham Forest on Wednesday, but there is a growing expectation the 23-year-old will leave the City Ground this summer.A potential fee could be a record for a British player and eclipse the £105m Arsenal
  
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• Celtic fans sign letter opposing Robbie Keane appointment over Maccabi Tel Aviv past

  05-06-2026 13:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic supporters have come out in their masses to oppose to the potential appointment of Robbie Keane as manager due to his previous role with Maccabi Tel Aviv.Keane is one of the favourites to take the helm and succeed Martin O’Neill at Parkhead but 67 Celtic fan groups have signed a letter urging the club to reconsider their interest in the 45-year-old.The Republic of Ireland record goalscorer spent a year at Maccabi after being appointed in June 2023, four months before the 7 October a
  
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• 'Delighted my vision aligned with club' - McLeish confirmed as Saints manager

  05-06-2026 13:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Craig McLeish has pledged to give St Mirren's young players more first-team opportunities after being confirmed as the club's permanent manager.The former academy head and player pathway manager has signed a three-year contract and is assisted by Stuart Taylor, while head of goalkeeping Jamie Langfield takes on the added responsibility of set-piece coach. McLeish handed debuts to four academy players - Grant Tamosevicius, Caiden McMillan, Thomas Falconer and Luke Douglas - during his 12-game sti
  
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• Ferguson not fit for Brighton pre-season after return from Roma: ‘More damage’

  05-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ferguson not fit for Brighton pre-season after return from Roma: ‘More damage’Evan Ferguson will return to Brighton from Roma, but Republic of Ireland coach Heimir Hallgrimsson admits the striker is unlikely to be fit when the pre-season begins.Republic of Ireland international Ferguson is set to leave Roma after a disappointing one-season loan spell in the capital, but won’t be fit to start the pre-season with Brighton.Ferguson back to Brighton from Roma, but not fit for pre-s
  
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• Breaking lines and breaking through: Sergiño Dest is showing his full range for the USMNT

  05-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sergiño Dest, who scored the USMNT’s first goal against Senegal, has enjoyed a role further upfield in Mauricio Pochettino’s system.Photograph: Scott Kinser/APIn the sixth minute of last Sunday’s friendly against Senegal, the US men’s national team were midway through what became a 20-pass sequence of sustained possession. Beginning with a throw-in along the left touchline, just inside the opponent’s half, the World Cup co-hosts tried to break down the visito
  
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• How Graham Potter led Sweden to the World Cup: ‘It was the best night of my career’

  05-06-2026 12:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A few minutes after the final whistle blew on the play-off final, euphoria still coursing through his veins, Sweden manager Graham Potter gathered his players around him. “Look at this, this is a f*****g team,” he said, pointing at them, before breaking into a broad grin. “And we’re going to the f*****g World Cup, baby!”Perhaps it was just a throw away line while high on football’s most potent drug, the World Cup. But Potter’s choice of words offered an
  
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• Report: Arne Slot could be set for shock managerial return

  05-06-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arne Slot could be set for shock managerial returnCeltic weigh ambitious move for former Liverpool boss as managerial search takes fresh twistCeltic’s search for a new permanent manager could be heading in a fascinating new direction, with former Liverpool head coach Arne Slot emerging as a name under consideration following his departure from Merseyside.According to an exclusive report by SportsBoom, figures within the Celtic hierarchy are intrigued by the prospect of bringing Slo
  
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