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• 🔥🎥 Ronaldo whips up the crowd, celebrates with thousands

  03-07-2026 08:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔥🎥 Ronaldo whips up the crowd, celebrates with thousandsCristiano Ronaldo has finally arrived at the 2026 World Cup. The superstar scored his very first-ever World Cup knockout-stage goal in Portugal’s 2–1 win over Croatia and advanced to the round of 16.Afterwards, CR7 showed a very different side to his talents as well. He really fired up the Portuguese fans in front of the team hotel in Toronto. The guy should seriously consider a career as a capo.This article
  
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• Granit Xhaka breaks silence on Chelsea move as Sunderland exit looms

  03-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Granit Xhaka breaks silence on Chelsea move as Sunderland exit loomsGranit Xhaka Chelsea Transfer Talk Meets Sunderland Resolve During World CupGranit Xhaka has said very little, which is usually the sensible move when a transfer story starts gathering pace in the middle of a major tournament. According to talkSPORT, Chelsea have tested Sunderland’s resolve with an £8million opening bid for the Switzerland captain, only to be knocked back immediately.The key point here is simple. Sun
  
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• England v Mexico could move because of storm threat

  03-07-2026 20:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]England's World Cup last-16 tie with Mexico could be moved to earlier on Sunday because of the threat of storms.Fifa is considering bringing forward the game at Azteca, Mexico City, which is due to kick off at 01:00 BST on Monday.Forecasts suggest there could be thunderstorms and heavy rain around this time.One suggestion is the game could be brought forward six hours to 19:00 BST on Sunday.However no final decision has been made and it is possible that original kick-off time remai
  
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• 🎥 Despite €35m value, World Cup star rides home in dad's pick-up

  03-07-2026 20:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Despite €35m value, World Cup star rides home in dad's pick-upUruguay’s Maxi Araújo was one of the few bright spots in an otherwise disappointing World Cup campaign for the two-time world champions. The Sporting man was directly involved in all three of La Celeste’s goals, and there are reasons why he is currently valued at 35 million euros. But even he could not prevent his team’s group-stage exit. And his journey home then turned out to be surprisin
  
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• Celtic Identify This 27-Year-Old Keeper As A Summer Target: Why He Could Become Schmeichel’s Successor At Parkhead

  03-07-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic Identify This 27-Year-Old Keeper As A Summer Target: Why He Could Become Schmeichel’s Successor At ParkheadIf a recent report from Spain (as quoted by The Daily Record) is believed to be true, Celtic are keeping close tabs on Dinko Horkas ahead of a potential summer swoop. But they are not alone in the hunt, with Olympiacos and Sevilla also keen on having the Las Palmas goalkeeper in their ranks.The 27-year-old former Croatian youth international progressed through Segesta and Dinam
  
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• Chelsea midfielder posts cryptic message after Real Madrid rule out move

  03-07-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea midfielder posts cryptic message after Real Madrid rule out moveEnzo Fernandez has shared a cryptic message on social media following Real Madrid’s official statement denying any interest in signing the Chelsea midfielder this summer.Earlier in the day, the Spanish heavyweights released a statement rejecting reports that they had contacted the Argentina international or were actively pursuing his transfer, insisting that no such negotiations had taken place.This came after Enzo&rsq
  
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• Jürgen Klopp favourite to succeed Julian Nagelsmann as Germany head coach

  03-07-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jürgen Klopp favourite to succeed Julian Nagelsmann as Germany head coachAfter Julian Nagelsmann left his role as German national team head coach, former Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp is reportedly the favourite to take charge. In the statement regarding Nagelsmann’s departure, the DFB stated that they will seek talks with Klopp. Klopp has previously stated that it is not the time to talk about the management role after Germany were beaten on penalties
  
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• ÖFB Frauen Bundesliga: FK Austria Wien sign legend Verena Hanshaw from WSL side West Ham

  03-07-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ÖFB Frauen Bundesliga: FK Austria Wien sign legend Verena Hanshaw from WSL side West HamAustria Wien have signed 32-year-old Verena Hanshaw from Women’s Super League team West Ham. The Austrian legend had represented her country more than 130 times and is seen as a coup transfer for both the Bundesliga and Austria Wien.The talented defender has enjoyed spells with Italian giants Roma, German outfit Eintracht Frankfurt and more recently West Ham. The 32-year-old is the Austria national
  
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• Brazil v Norway referee brings back bad memories 😨

  03-07-2026 20:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brazil v Norway referee brings back bad memories 😨FIFA has announced the referees appointed for Sunday’s match between Brazil and Norway in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16.The officiating team will be American: Ismail Elfath as the main referee, assisted by Corey Parker and Kyle Atkins. The fourth official will be from Honduras.The bad news for Brazilians is that Elfath officiated one of Brazil’s matches at the 2022 World Cup. And it was the 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in the
  
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• ⚖️ FIFA confirms referees for Brazil-Norway and Mexico-England

  03-07-2026 20:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ⚖️ FIFA confirms referees for Brazil-Norway and Mexico-EnglandFIFA has confirmed the officials for two more Round of 16 matches at the 2026 World Cup.Ismail Elfath will referee Brazil vs. Norway on July 5 at New York New Jersey Stadium, while Alireza Faghani will officiate Mexico vs. England at Estadio de Ciudad de México.Elfath will be assisted by Corey Parker and Kyle Atkins, with Said Martínez as fourth official and Walter López as reserve assistant. In the o
  
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• ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga: SK Sturm Graz sign Sara Pavlović from champions FK Austria Wien

  03-07-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga: SK Sturm Graz sign Sara Pavlović from champions FK Austria WienSerbian international Sara Pavlović, who won the ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga last season with Austria Wien, has joined SK Sturm Graz on a free transfer after the conclusion of her contract.Pavlović is a seasoned international and brings a wealth of experience to the Graz side. Having represented Serbia in the 2019 Women’s World Cup qualifying round and winning both the league and a dome
  
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• Xhaka set to stay at Sunderland

  03-07-2026 20:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka is set to stay at the club this summer, despite interest from Chelsea.The Switzerland midfielder, whose contract ends in 2028, was attracted by the prospect of reuniting with Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso, after playing under him at Bayer Leverkusen.Chelsea saw an £8m bid for Xhaka rejected by Sunderland last week and the Blues had been expected to return with an improved offer.However, sources at Sunderland have told BBC Sport that the 33-year-old is not
  
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• Openda wanted by Coventry City and 3 French clubs after Juventus failure

  03-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Openda wanted by Coventry City and 3 French clubs after Juventus failureJuventus flop Lois Openda is on the market and reportedly received calls from Lens, Olympique Lyonnais, Rennes and Coventry City, but his best hope is a loan move.The striker had arrived last summer to great fanfare from RB Leipzig, on loan with obligation to buy at the end of the season for a total fee of €46m.Openda flopped at JuventusRoma defender Jan Ziolkowski challenges Juventus forward Lois Openda during their Se
  
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• Manchester City Are Set To Sign This Leicester City Winger: One For The Future?

  03-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are Set To Sign This Leicester City Winger: One For The Future?In a recent post on X, journalist Fabrizio Romano revealed that Manchester City are set to sign Leicester City winger Jeremy Monga. It is believed that the Mancunian club have agreed on a £10m deal to recruit the English youngster this summer.Monga’s Impressive Rise In English FootballMonga caught the eye at times with his performances on the left side of Leicester’s attack in the previous campaign.
  
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• Life Without Balogun, USMNT vs Belgium Preview, Klopp's Germany Move + WC Knockout Drama

  03-07-2026 20:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The CooligansApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeWelcome back to Cooligans Daily Live! With America’s 250th birthday right around the corner, Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros are back in the studio to dissect the biggest storylines of the 2026 World Cup. The major talking point is the USMNT's upcoming massive Round of 16 clash against Belgium. The guys dive deep into how Mauricio Pochettino should handle the devastating absence of Folarin Balogun following his controversia
  
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• Xhaka set to stay at Sunderland despite Chelsea interest

  03-07-2026 20:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Granit Xhaka scored one goal in 34 Premier League appearances last season [Getty Images]Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka is set to stay at the club this summer, despite interest from Chelsea.The Switzerland midfielder, whose contract ends in 2028, was attracted by the prospect of reuniting with Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso, after playing under him at Bayer Leverkusen.Chelsea saw an £8m bid for Xhaka rejected by Sunderland last week and the Blues had been expected to return with an improved o
  
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• Liverpool may lose 'incredible' star as club confirms transfer news

  03-07-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool may lose 'incredible' star as club confirms transfer newsLiverpool only managed to escape being the laughing stock of the Premier League last season as Tottenham Hotspur finished in 17th place. The Anfield outfit were expected to be challenging for the title but, by the end of the term, they were lucky to even qualify for the Champions League.Of course, the sheer number of injuries that the team suffered won't have helped matters much but, a team of Liverpool's calibre should have more
  
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• Prince William says World Cup success for England would be ‘winning it’ – but jokes King Charles ‘hates football’

  03-07-2026 20:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Prince of Wales has declared that a successful World Cup for England would unequivocally mean "winning it", while also playfully suggesting his father, the King, "hates football". William shared his aspirations and humour during an appearance on a podcast co-hosted by Travis Kelce, the American football star and fiancé of pop sensation Taylor Swift.The light-hearted discussion was released just hours before Kelce was expected to tie the knot with his superstar fiancée at New Yo
  
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• Manchester United Have Set Their Sights On This Bournemouth Midfielder: Should Carrick Get Him On Board?

  03-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Have Set Their Sights On This Bournemouth Midfielder: Should Carrick Get Him On Board?In a recent segment on Youtube, renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano stated that Manchester United have set their sights on Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. Romano said,“Alex Scott has many clubs surrounding this summer, but Bournemouth insist they want to keep the player, and they want to offer him a new contract.“Let’s see if Bournemouth will be able to keep him, because o
  
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• Arteta sends emotional message to retiring former Gunner

  03-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arteta sends emotional message to retiring former GunnerMikel Arteta has sent a touching message to Santi Cazorla following the former Gunners’ decision to retire from professional football.Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty ImagesFollowing Santi Cazorla’s decision to retire this week, Real Oviedo shared a message from Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta to the Arsenal fan-favourite midfielder.“It’s been an honour, it’s been a gift to get to know you as a person, to have been you
  
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• Ndiaye's chance for extra rest and recuperation

  03-07-2026 20:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Iliman Ndiaye's exit from the World Cup won't have been seen as a disappointment at Everton.While the winger will be gutted after Senegal dropped a two-goal lead to be dumped out of the tournament by Belgium, as far as his club is concerned, it now means he won't be 'in the shop window' for the rest of the summer.There's no denying the 26-year-old is a star among Everton's ranks, but there was frustration after his return from Afcon.Ndiaye missed six Premier League games for the To
  
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• The Man Utd goalkeeping situation as Onana exits on loan

  03-07-2026 20:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has rejoined Turkish side Trabzonspor on loan for the 2026-27 season.There will be no option to buy but Trabzonspor will cover all of Onana's wages for the duration of the deal and pay a loan fee, with a series of realistic add-ons also included in the arrangement.Onana made 29 appearances for Trabzonspor while on loan during the 2025-26 campaign, helping them win the Turkish Cup for the first time since 2020.While he was scheduled to return
  
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• Reducing squad age and 2026-27 expectations

  03-07-2026 20:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]In the final part of Friday's Aston Villa Q&A, football reporter Nick Mashiter focuses on the club's transfer plans and targets for 2026-27.Lauren asked: Villa say they are trying to reduce the average age of the squad but also hold interest in players on the wrong side of their 20s. Do they go for a youth approach or stick with a tried-and-tested, ready-made approach?Nick: It's an interesting one because Unai Emery wants ready-made players who can instantly perform - what
  
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• Players and coaches share Jota memories on anniversary

  03-07-2026 20:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Friday marks the one year anniversary of the death of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. Former team-mates and coaches have been sharing their favourite memories of Liverpool's number 20 with BBC Sport. Former Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher, who played with Jota from 2020 to 2025, told BBC Sport:I think about Jots (Jota) often. He was a wonderful guy and definitely one of a kind. He was always himself and stayed true to himself. He didn't care that he
  
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• Elanga and Wissa shine at the World Cup - a sign of things to come?

  03-07-2026 20:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]At the 2026 World Cup, Anthony Elanga and Yoanne Wissa have looked a little more like the players who first grabbed Newcastle's attention at Nottingham Forest and Brentford respectively.They even ended up scoring as many goals (five) combined at the tournament as they did during their first campaigns at Newcastle last season.It's always dangerous to read too much into performances at a World Cup, but can Elanga and Wissa take this renewed confidence back to Tyneside?Sweden bowed ou
  
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• Argentina keep faith with Inter captain Lautaro Martinez in World Cup

  03-07-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Argentina keep faith with Inter captain Lautaro Martinez in World CupReports suggest Inter captain Lautaro Martinez will get the nod alongside Lionel Messi to lead the Argentina attack against Cape Verde in tonight’s World Cup clash.The Round of 32 match kicks off in Miami at 23.00 UK time (00.00 CEST).The winners of this fixture will go on to face either Australia or Egypt in the Round of 16.Lautaro Martinez to partner Messi for ArgentinaBUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA – OCTOBER 15: Lautaro
  
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• Ex-Spurs boss Postecoglou takes over at Al-Nassr

  03-07-2026 19:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ange Postecoglou managed Tottenham from June 2023 to June 2025 [Getty Images]Former Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has been appointed as head coach of Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr. Riyadh-based Al-Nassr, who are captained by Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo, won the Saudi Pro League title for the first time in May. Al-Nassr were previously coached by veteran Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus but the 71-year-old left the club at the end of the previous campaign. Postecoglou has been without a job
  
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• Man City caught off-guard as Fenerbahce announce deal to sign Nathan Ake

  03-07-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fenerbahce have claimed they have struck a deal with Nathan Ake for the defender to join from Manchester City.The Turkish club, who were runners-up in the SuperLig last year, said the Netherlands international had agreed a contract with them.However, City’s view is that no move has been arranged, though they are in positive conversations with Fenerbahce and are hopeful they can settle on a £7m transfer, rising to £8.5m in add-ons.Ake is entering the last year of his contract wi
  
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• “Keep an eye on…” – Fabrizio Romano teases potential Liverpool transfer

  03-07-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “Keep an eye on…” – Fabrizio Romano teases potential Liverpool transferLiverpool Transfer Latest: Cody Gakpo Stance Clear Amid Tottenham InterestLiverpool’s summer window has already carried a sense of urgency, and Fabrizio Romano has now added another name to the list of situations worth monitoring, Cody Gakpo.Credit to Fabrizio Romano, who has reported that Tottenham hold an interest in the Netherlands international, although Liverpool’s current stance rema
  
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• Report: Man United Have “Made Contact” With Relegated World Cup Star

  03-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Man United Have “Made Contact” With Relegated World Cup StarManchester United Eye Crysencio Summerville as West Ham Face Summer SqueezeManchester United’s search for a new winger appears to have led them towards Crysencio Summerville, a player whose recent trajectory suggests both sharp upward momentum and the sort of uncertainty that can animate a summer market. According to Standard, United “have made contact over a move for West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville
  
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