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• 🎧 Stoke's pre-season prep

  14-07-2026 17:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BBC Radio Stoke's A Cold Wet Tuesday Night podcast is BACK!Lucas Yeomans and Matt Sandoz are joined by former Stoke City defender Gareth Owen to chat new signings, pre-season preparations and Nathan Lowe's loan to Hibernian.Listen below or on BBC Sounds here - and don't forget to subscribe to get each episode into your My Sounds feed.Explore more Stoke City content on BBC Sounds
  
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• 🚨 Official: Man United land a Belgian star for €41m

  14-07-2026 19:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: Man United land a Belgian star for €41mWhat a great move!Unexpected just a few days ago, Youri Tielemans’ transfer to Manchester United is now official!After Ederson failed his medical, the Red Devils decided to trigger the release clause of the Belgian team captain.Aston Villa should therefore receive €41 million from the deal, according to Fabrizio Romano.With this departure and Amadou Onana’s serious injury, Unai Emery now finds himself with a midfiel
  
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• 🚨 BREAKING: Man Utd announce Youri Tielemans arrival

  14-07-2026 19:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 BREAKING: Man Utd announce Youri Tielemans arrivalManchester United have announced the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa.The Belgium international has signed on a five-year contract after the club activated his £35m release clause.Tielemans has been capped 90 times for his country and is coming off a successful World Cup in which he starred as Belgium reached the quarter-final stage."It’s hard to describe just how proud I am to join Manchester United. Signing
  
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• Robinio Vaz suffers knee injury, will be out a few weeks

  14-07-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Robinio Vaz suffers knee injury, will be out a few weeksRoma’s season didn’t get off to a flying start, and the first injuries were reported at Trigoria. Yesterday, July 13th, the players gathered at the training center to kick off the next football season with their first training session. Robinio Vaz, however, had to sit out. The 2007-born Frenchman, who arrived in the January transfer window from Marseille, has suffered a collateral ligament injury in his knee. As reported by Fili
  
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• Real Madrid make academy defender’s departure their top transfer priority – report

  14-07-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid make academy defender’s departure their top transfer priority – reportReal Madrid’s summer transfer business has entered a new phase. After securing four signings early in the window, the club’s focus has shifted toward outgoing transfers before pursuing any further reinforcements.One player has become central to those plans: Raul Asencio.According to journalist Guillermo Rai (via Inaki Angulo YouTube), finding a new destination for the academy graduate is cur
  
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• Nottingham Forest defender Mustaki signs new deal

  14-07-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest defender Mustaki signs new dealNottingham Forest defender Chloe Mustaki has signed a new two-year deal with the club which will run until summer 2028.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Tricky Trees earlier today.The 30-year-old Republic of Ireland international defender joined Nottingham Forest last summer after leaving former club Bristol City. Mustaki made 20 appearances for The Reds in Barclays WSL2, helping the club to record
  
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• Barnsley sign Curacao's Noslin from Telstar

  14-07-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tyrese Noslin has been capped eight times for Curacao [Getty Images]Barnsley have signed Curacao defender Tyrese Noslin from Dutch club Telstar for an undisclosed fee.The 23-year-old has agreed a three-year contract at Oakwell, with the League One club holding the option of a further year on top of that.Noslin arrives after establishing himself in the Eredivisie with Telstar and representing Curacao at the 2026 World Cup."He's a player we've watched closely and one who fits exactly what we're lo
  
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• Gotham FC sign Liverpool midfielder O’Sullivan

  14-07-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gotham FC sign Liverpool midfielder O’SullivanAmerican National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) club Gotham FC have completed the signing of Liverpool midfielder Denise O’Sullivan on a one-year loan deal with the obligation to buy.The Bats announced news of the deal via a post on their official club website this evening.The 32-year-old midfielder became Liverpool’s record signing when she joined the club from North Carolina Courage in the January transfer window, however, sh
  
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• EXCLUSIVE | Stephen Warnock on Michael Olise: “I don’t think many people would have seen him at Crystal Palace as a potential Ballon d’Or winner.”

  14-07-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EXCLUSIVE | Stephen Warnock on Michael Olise: “I don’t think many people would have seen him at Crystal Palace as a potential Ballon d’Or winner.”Former England international Stephen Warnock was at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a BBC co-commentator. He sat down with Get French Football News to discuss France’s tournament so far and the impact Michael Olise has made. What were your thoughts on France before this tournament, and have they changed?My thoughts were th
  
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• England receive Declan Rice fitness boost on eve of World Cup semi-final with Argentina

  14-07-2026 19:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Declan Rice trained on the eve of England’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina as optimism grows over the midfielder’s ability to start after illness.Thomas Tuchel’s men take on Lionel Messi and co in Atlanta on Wednesday seeking to seal a place in Sunday’s MetLife Stadium showpiece.England secured their place in the semi-finals with a narrow 2-1 extra-time victory against Norway in Miami, where the unusually ineffective Rice was withdrawn at half-time.Tuchel revealed
  
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• Confirmed: Three Barcelona players start for Spain vs France as Pedri benched again

  14-07-2026 19:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Three Barcelona players start for Spain vs France as Pedri benched againThe first semifinal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is upon us as 2010 champions Spain take on 2018 winners France in less than a couple of hours.In what will be a blockbuster encounter between two of the best teams in the world, La Roja manager Luis de la Fuente has announced the starting lineup that will take the field at the Dallas Stadium.Three Barcelona stars featureAs was the case in the quarterfinal fixture agai
  
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• 📋 Cracker ahead! France and Spain named, chasing the final

  14-07-2026 19:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Cracker ahead! France and Spain named, chasing the finalThe time is almost here for the much-anticipated France vs Spain clash, with a place in the Fifa World Cup final at stake. The rivals, who have had major showdowns in recent years, will face off from 4pm (Brasília time) this Tuesday (14). AT&T Stadium, in Dallas, will host the match.The winner will face either England or Argentina — who meet this Wednesday (15) — in Sunday’s final (19). 
  
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• Liverpool given brilliant chance to copy superb Real Madrid blueprint

  14-07-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool given brilliant chance to copy superb Real Madrid blueprintLiverpool could learn something from Real Madrid. It now seems they're being given the perfect opportunity to prove it.It seems Liverpool may lose Trey Nyoni. Willingly, though.The 19-year-old has long been one of the brightest prospects in Liverpool's academy but his first-team game time has been incredibly hard to come by. Arne Slot didn't really trust him outside of the League Cup, offering only limited minutes in the Premie
  
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• Fifa releases World Cup 2026 closing ceremony line-up including Robbie Williams and Tom Cruise

  14-07-2026 19:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa have officially announced a star-studded cast for the closing ceremony of this instalment of the 2026 World Cup.The closing ceremony, to be held before the final kicks off in New Jersey on 19 July, will celebrate a groundbreaking tournament that has seen a record number of 48 team participate across three host countries.The cast of musicians that has been announced is made up of Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger and Robbie Williams - who will all perform in the closing ceremony as well as t
  
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• 'I leave with amazing memories and immense pride'

  14-07-2026 19:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Karl Darlow has thanked supporters for their "incredible backing" during his three-year stint at Elland Road.It was confirmed on Tuesday that the Wales international has joined Manchester United on a free transfer after his Leeds contract expired.The 35-year-old made 38 appearances and kept 10 clean sheets for the Whites after signing from Newcastle United for an undisclosed fee in July 2023."To Leeds United," Darlow wrote in an Instagram post. "What a special chapter this has been
  
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• Free agents Hysaj and Juan Jesus receive offers for Serie A stay

  14-07-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Free agents Hysaj and Juan Jesus receive offers for Serie A stayThere are some free agents eager to remain in Serie A for new clubs, as Lecce have made an offer to ex-Lazio defender Elseid Hysaj, while Juan Jesus could join Venezia from Napoli.The contracts expired on June 30 and now quite a few players are waiting to see where they will be involved in pre-season training.Hysaj and Juan Jesus want Serie ALazio Spanish midfielder #10 Luis Alberto (L) and Albanian dfender #23 Elseid Hysaj fights f
  
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• Balogun expected controversy after World Cup ban waived

  14-07-2026 19:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  United States striker Folarin Balogun says he knew Fifa's decision to suspend his one-game ban at the World Cup was going to create "a lot of controversy" and could see the resulting "nerves" among his team-mates.Balogun, 25, was dismissed for serious foul play against Bosnia-Herzegovina in the last 32 and should have received an automatic suspension.However, Fifa's disciplinary committee suspended his ban for a year - a decision that prompted widespread condemnation, particularly when it emerge
  
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• Como cutting down squad with Jack, Engelhardt and Azon ready for exit

  14-07-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como cutting down squad with Jack, Engelhardt and Azon ready for exitComo have been very active, but also need to whittle down their squad, as Felipe Jack joins Cremonese, Southampton want Ivan Azon, while Club Brugge and Freiburg target Yannik Engelhardt.The Lariani qualified for the Champions League after finishing fourth in Serie A and reaching the Coppa Italia semi-final, so are going to raise the bar even more this summer.SASSUOLO, ITALY – APRIL 17: Cesc Fabregas, Head Coach of Como 1
  
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• Barcelona not contemplating PSG target’s sale; renewal planned for September due to FFP issues

  14-07-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona not contemplating PSG target’s sale; renewal planned for September due to FFP issuesAccording to journalist Alfredo Martinez, FC Barcelona are not contemplating a summer exit for Spanish forward Ferran Torres, contrary to transfer speculation linking the 26-year-old with a high-profile move away from Catalonia. The attacker has been heavily linked with a move to PSG in recent days, but those at the club are not considering the player’s departure as things stand.No formal bi
  
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• Andoni Iraola has already made a promise that could reignite Anfield

  14-07-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola has already made a promise that could reignite AnfieldHow Andoni Iraola Must Reignite Anfield to Give Liverpool Their Identity BackLiverpool supporters have spent the summer debating transfers, recruitment and squad planning, yet one of the most interesting conversations around Andoni Iraola’s arrival had nothing to do with new signings. Speaking on Media Matters for Anfield Index, Eddie Gibbs and Liverpool journalist David Lynch explored something far more fundamental, how L
  
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• AFC Wimbledon re-sign winger Tilley from Wycombe

  14-07-2026 18:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  James Tilley helped AFC Wimbledon win promotion to League One [Getty Images]AFC Wimbledon have re-signed winger James Tilley from League One rivals Wycombe Wanderers for an undisclosed fee.The 27-year-old has signed a three-year deal to begin a third spell with the Dons after spending the second half of last season on loan at Plough Lane.Tilley helped Johnnie Jackson's side secure promotion to League One in 2024-25, scoring crucial goals against Accrington Stanley and Morecambe on the road to We
  
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• Ornstein reveals Manchester City pushing hard for £85m World Cup sensation

  14-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ornstein reveals Manchester City pushing hard for £85m World Cup sensationManchester City Transfer Latest, Bouaddi Pursuit, Rodri Doubt and a Squad RebuildManchester City’s summer currently carries the quiet hum of preparation rather than the thunder of upheaval, yet beneath the stillness there are significant currents. Credit to The Athletic, whose latest DealSheet paints a picture of a club thinking carefully about its next midfield, its future in goal, and the wider balance of Cit
  
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• McGovern joins Newcastle after leaving Hibs

  14-07-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Hibernian striker Kathleen McGovern has joined English WSL2 side Newcastle United following her exit from the Edinburgh club.The 24-year-old joined Hibs in the summer of 2024 after leaving fellow capital club Hearts and went on to score 51 goals in 65 appearances. She also helped Hibs to their first top flight title in 18 years during the 2024/25 season. During her time in Edinburgh, the striker also earned a first Scotland call up and made her debut back in 2024. She has since made 14 ap
  
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• Barcelona midfielder’s worrying injury record under Hansi Flick after fresh setback

  14-07-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona midfielder’s worrying injury record under Hansi Flick after fresh setbackEarlier today, it came to light that Barcelona captain Frenkie de Jong ended the FIFA World Cup injured and has arrived in Catalonia with a physical setback.Tests will be conducted in the coming days to determine the extent of the Dutchman’s injury, but the initial sensations are anything but positive.After all, the player is expected to miss up to four months if the club’s worst fears are confir
  
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• Is Tielemans a risk?

  14-07-2026 18:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]The initial reaction in Manchester United circles to news of Youri Tielemans' impending arrival was positive.A former team-mate of current first-team coach Jonny Evans, Tielemans is noted for scoring Leicester City's winner in the 2021 FA Cup final and for Aston Villa in their Europa League final triumph over Freiburg in May."Well done to the recruitment team because £35m for him is a phenomenal signing," said former midfielder Nicky Butt as he discussed the Belgian's potenti
  
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• Hugo Viana handed transfer blow as Al Ahli reach agreement with Sporting Lisbon for Man City target

  14-07-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hugo Viana handed transfer blow as Al Ahli reach agreement with Sporting Lisbon for Man City targetSporting agree £37.9M deal with Al Ahli for Trincão but Portuguese yet to give the green lightIt is specifically Man City & Tottenham’s interest that is making Trincão hesitate over Saudi moveSporting president Frederico Varandas will not offer Premier League clubs a better dealManchester City’s interest in Francisco Trincão is playing a direct role in del
  
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• From France: Moreira-Roma practically done, the player has signed a preliminary contract

  14-07-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From France: Moreira-Roma practically done, the player has signed a preliminary contractDiego Moreira is the name that seems closest to a move to Roma in recent weeks. After a period of waiting, during which the Giallorossi focused on sales and contract renewals, the Roman club has taken concrete steps. And details regarding the Belgian winger are emerging from France. According to a report by l’Equipe, one of the most widely read French newspapers, the 2004-born player has already signed
  
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• Giuntoli: ‘Atalanta keeping Carnesecchi and Ahanor, we were fair on Palestra’

  14-07-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Giuntoli: ‘Atalanta keeping Carnesecchi and Ahanor, we were fair on Palestra’Cristiano Giuntoli assures Marco Carnesecchi and Honest Ahanor will stay with Atalanta under new coach Maurizio Sarri, is quiet on Kerim Alajbegovic, and hits back at Inter over Marco Palestra’s Chelsea move.The former Napoli and Juventus director was appointed by Atalanta this summer, and held his presentation press conference this afternoon.You can read the rest of his comments on the failed Ederson
  
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• Argentina ready to start unexpected Serie A player in World Cup semi-final with England

  14-07-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Argentina ready to start unexpected Serie A player in World Cup semi-final with EnglandThere are reports Argentina will start one Serie A player in the World Cup semi-final against England, but it is not going to be Lautaro Martinez of Inter or Como’s Nico Paz.The big match kicks off in Atlanta on Wednesday at 20.00 UK time (21.00 CEST).The winners go onto the Final on July 19 against either France or Spain to decide who lifts the trophy.Argentina hoping to defend World Cup titleBUENOS AIR
  
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• Report: Roma set sights on Endrick

  14-07-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Roma set sights on EndrickRoma has set its sights on several attacking players. In recent weeks, the most talked-about name has been Alejandro Garnacho, but Chelsea’s demands are holding the Roman club back. Crysencio Summerville has been re-proposed, but again, the price tag is high. The latest suggestion—as reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport—is Endrick. The Brazilian Real Madrid player has excelled in Ligue 1 this season with Lyon. He earned a call-up from Carlo Ance
  
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