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• 2026 World Cup quarterfinals: Confirmed schedule, results, predictions

  08-07-2026 00:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup is upon us, and there are some absolutely brilliant games coming up in the last-eight. MORE — World Cup daily schedule: What game is on today?We may have lost most of the plucky underdog stories in the round of 32 and all three host nations in the round of 16, but nearly all of the pre-tournament favorites — France, Spain, Argentina, and England — are left to play one another.Below are all of the confirmed matches for the quarterfinals, w
  
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• Real Madrid condemn racist remarks aimed at Kylian Mbappe in official statement

  08-07-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid condemn racist remarks aimed at Kylian Mbappe in official statementKeeping in line with the stature he has carved for himself in football, the Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe is proving to be the dominant force in the World Cup once again. The star striker is shining for the French national team, and is only a single goal behind Lionel Messi as not only this version’s top scorer, but also as the top scorer in the history of the World Cup.However, the Frenchman has not been ab
  
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• Why Blackburn Rovers are being sued for £500,000 as kit row heads to High Court

  08-07-2026 12:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Blackburn Rovers are facing a High Courtlawsuit for at least £500,000 in damages, stemming from an alleged breach of a kit sponsorship agreement. The Championship club is being pursued by Macron Sportswear UK, the British arm of the Italian company that served as the club’s "official technical kit sponsor and supplier" under a five-year deal signed in May 2021, which concluded last month.Macron Sportswear UK initiated legal action earlier this year, asserting in court documents that
  
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• Ex Sampdoria & England Defender Des Walker Reveals: ‘Close To Joining Roma & Juventus Who Signed Roberto Baggio Instead’

  08-07-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ex Sampdoria & England Defender Des Walker Reveals: ‘Close To Joining Roma & Juventus Who Signed Roberto Baggio Instead’Former Sampdoria and England defender Des Walker revealed he was close to signing for Roma and Juventus but since Nottingham Forest declined the Bianconeri spent the money on Roberto Baggio.Des Walker revealed that he was close to joining Roma in April of 1990, a couple of months before the iconic FIFA World Cup tournament in Italy.However, Nottingham Forest
  
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• Gossip: Sheff Wed target goalkeeper Lumley

  08-07-2026 12:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Sheffield Wednesday are targeting Bristol City goalkeeper Joe Lumley as a potential replacement for Manchester City-bound Pierce Charles. Lumley had a loan spell at Hillsborough last season. (The Wednesday Word)You can find more of Wednesday's EFL gossip here.[BBC]
  
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• Milan plotting next steps after spending €100m on two transfers

  08-07-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan plotting next steps after spending €100m on two transfersMilan have already committed over €100m in funds on the signings of two players at the start of the summer transfer window, but Wednesday’s reports claim that the Rossoneri will not stop there and that they are already plotting their next steps on the market.Milan want at least three more signings after committing over €100m on Gila and RamosAccording to reports from various outlets on Tuesday, Milan have a full
  
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• Brazil icon slams Endrick in wake of 2026 World Cup exit – “He has to score that f****** goal”

  08-07-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brazil icon slams Endrick in wake of 2026 World Cup exit – “He has to score that f****** goal”Over the weekend, Real Madrid players Vinicius Junior and Endrick Felipe were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after Brazil lost 2-1 to Norway. It was a particular disappointing exit for the Selecao, as two second half goals from Erling Haaland ensured they would be heading home at the round of 16 stage of the competition.Vinicius will have been able to leave North America with his h
  
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• Gossip: Derby ready to offload midfielder Goudmijn

  08-07-2026 12:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Derby County are ready to listen to offers for midfielder Kenzo Goudmijn. The 24-year-old spent part of last season on loan with Go Ahead Eagles in the Netherlands. (Derby Telegraph)You can find more of Wednesday's EFL gossip here.[BBC]
  
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• Alvaro Arbeloa targets three Real Madrid stars after taking Fulham job

  08-07-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alvaro Arbeloa targets three Real Madrid stars after taking Fulham jobFormer Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has now been appointed as the new manager of Premier League club Fulham.It looks like the tactician could quickly turn to Los Blancos after taking charge of the Cottagers, with three players on his radar.Franco Mastantuono, Fran Garcia and Gonzalo Garcia are all said to be on his radar.Indeed, according to Nizaar Kinsella on BBC Sport, Arbeloa is keen to bring the Real Madrid trio to F
  
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• Gossip: QPR linked with Livingston goalkeeper

  08-07-2026 12:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]QPR are interested in signing Livingston goalkeeper Jerome Prior. The 30-year-old is contracted to the Scottish Championship club until 2028 but could cost as little as £100,000. QPR have also been linked previously with Deportivo La Guaira goalkeeper Cristopher Varela. (Pete O'Rourke)You can find more of Wednesday's EFL gossip here.[BBC]
  
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• BoyleSports World Cup offer: Free bets, enhanced odds and latest promotions

  08-07-2026 12:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOYLE Sports have a new customer welcome offer for the World Cup, with bettors entitled to a £40 free bet offer when they register and bet £10 during the tournament. The BOYLE Sports World Cup welcome offer requires new users to deposit and bet £10 on their sportsbook to unlock the free bet tokens, which can be used entirely on the World Cup.Once the qualifying bet is settled, customers will receive £40 in World Cup free bets.Below, we’ve explained the BOYLE Sports
  
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• USMNT World Cup player ratings: high marks for McKennie and Tillman, but Pulisic and Dest fall short

  08-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Folarin Balogun earned high marks for his World Cup performance, while Christian Pulisic scored lower.Photograph: Katelyn Mulcahy/FIFA/Getty ImagesStats from fotmob.com, Opta and Fifa; players listed in order of minutes played.Weston McKennie, center/attacking midfield (Juventus)Five starts, 444 minutesGuardian ratings: 7-7-7-7-5The only player to start all five games led the team in chances created (eight), though Malik Tillman, Sebastian Berhalter and the lightly used Brenden Aaronson created
  
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• Manchester City targeting Arsenal teenage midfield sensation as potential summer recruit

  08-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City targeting Arsenal teenage midfield sensation as potential summer recruitMan City are aiming to tempt 16-year-old Mishel Nduka away from Arsenal this summerCity view Nduka as a potential replacement if two midfielders depart the Etihad StadiumArsenal have offered Nduka improved contract terms in a bid to retain the youngsterManchester City are attempting to lure 16-year-old midfielder Mishel Nduka away from Arsenal following the expiration of the youngster’s contract, as per
  
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• Barcelona make it a mission to help key superstar rediscover best form after painful World Cup

  08-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona make it a mission to help key superstar rediscover best form after painful World CupAccording to Joaquim Piera of SPORT, Barcelona have made it a priority to help Raphinha leave behind an injury-plagued campaign and rediscover the outstanding form that once placed him among football’s elite.The 29-year-old winger endured an injury-riddled campaign which followed him at the World Cup as well. Meanwhile, there are growing rumours of interest from Saudi Arabia, casting doubts over h
  
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• World Cup 2026 team power rankings: England on the rise as last eight are set

  08-07-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Norway's Ørjan Nyland (top left), Morocco's Ayyoub Bouaddi (bottom left), England's Harry Kane (centre) and France's William Saliba.Composite: Reuters, EPA, Getty1) France (no change from previous rankings*)A very different side of France came to the fore, proving they are not mere showboaters, there is plenty of steel, grit and determination among the ranks. It was a brutal encounter as they became targets for Paraguay, who added menace to the low block. No one in blue retreated to the s
  
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• Milan remain calm as Pulisic set for medical tests after World Cup disappointment

  08-07-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan remain calm as Pulisic set for medical tests after World Cup disappointmentChristian Pulisic had a disappointing end to his home World Cup, but Milan are not overly concerned about the attacker’s physical condition after being taken off with an injury during his nation’s round of 16 loss against Belgium.Milan not expecting a ‘serious’ Pulisic injuryPulisic was visibly distressed when he was taken off the field with an injury while his teammates lost 4-1 to Belgium i
  
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• Former Liverpool manager opens the door to Premier League return

  08-07-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Liverpool manager opens the door to Premier League returnRafael Benitez Eyes Premier League Return After Panathinaikos ExitRafael Benitez wants back in. That is the headline, and it is a familiar one. The former Liverpool manager has been out of work since leaving Panathinaikos in May, and according to talkSPORT, he has not closed the door on another job in England.At 66, Benitez is still talking like a manager who believes he belongs in the conversation. He is not begging for attention,
  
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• Bologna express interest in Napoli midfielder Folorunsho

  08-07-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bologna express interest in Napoli midfielder FolorunshoReports in Italy claim that Bologna have shown an interest in signing Napoli midfielder Michael Folorunsho, who has returned to the Stadio Maradona following his loan spell with Cagliari in 2025-26.Bologna request information for Napoli’s FolorunshoAccording to reports from Gianluca Di Marzio, Bologna have requested information around Folorunsho, who made 28 Serie A appearances last term while Cagliari finished relatively comfortably
  
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• Gossip: Blades to sign Brentford winger

  08-07-2026 11:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Sheffield United have agreed a deal to take Brentford winger Romelle Donovan on loan. The 19-year-old has made four Premier League appearances for the Bees. (Mike McGrath)You can find more of Wednesday's EFL gossip here.[BBC]
  
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• Gossip: Hammers in McAtee talks

  08-07-2026 11:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]West Ham United have opened talks to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder James McAtee. The 23-year-old only joined Forest from Manchester City for £30m last August. (Teamtalk)You can find more of Wednesday's EFL gossip here.[BBC]
  
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• Real Madrid Could Bank £108m From Academy Transfer Strategy

  08-07-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid Could Bank £108m From Academy Transfer StrategyReal Madrid transfer news, sales strategy and Nico Paz shape Madrid’s summerReal Madrid’s week in the market can be summed up quickly, and that is precisely why it matters. Noise has surrounded the club, plenty of it predictable, plenty of it speculative, but the message from the Bernabeu has been consistent. Before any more arrivals, exits matter. That is the line, and for once it looks refreshingly clear.According to
  
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• The World Cup stars who could have played for England

  08-07-2026 11:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Antoine Semenyo, Erling Haaland and Michael Olise were all eligible to play for England [Getty Images]Erling Haaland will be the man England fear most when they face Norway in the World Cup quarter-finals on Saturday (22:00 BST) - but things could have been very different.The Manchester City striker was born in Leeds, so would be lining up for the Three Lions if he had opted to represent the country of his birth. But he isn't the only one.There are a number of World Cup stars who could have play
  
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• Maldini closing in on decision to take over in Italy national team set-up

  08-07-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Maldini closing in on decision to take over in Italy national team set-upWednesday’s reports claim that Milan and Azzurri legend Paolo Maldini is closing in on a decision to return to the Italy national team set-up in the role as technical director.Maldini close to giving his ‘yes’ to ItalyNewly-appointed FIGC President Giovanni Malago is looking to rebuild the management of the Italy national team following the departures of Gennaro Gattuso and Gianluigi Buffon after the failu
  
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• Injured Barcelona midfield star resumes training at Ciutat Esportiva ahead of pre-season

  08-07-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Injured Barcelona midfield star resumes training at Ciutat Esportiva ahead of pre-seasonActivity has already resumed at Barcelona’s Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper, even though the first-team squad is still enjoying the final days of its summer break.With just a week remaining before players report for their routine medical examinations and the official start of preseason, several members of Hansi Flick’s squad have begun returning to the club’s training facilities to prepare for
  
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• What does the next month look like for Iraola?

  08-07-2026 11:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]After the in-person introductions, one of the first things that will happen will be the individual assessments for the players on their return before the hard work begins.The key focus will be playing a front-foot and aggressive style of football and there will inevitably be changes, with a revamped backroom staff, in terms of how things work. Andoni Iraola will be joined by Tommy Elphick and Shaun Cooper - who were with him at Bournemouth - as his first-team coaches.If their time
  
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• Israeli strike kills Palestinian aid official organising World Cup screenings in Gaza

  08-07-2026 11:43 via yahoo.com
  An Israeli strike in Gaza, moments before the kickoff of a highly anticipated Egypt-Argentina World Cup match, tragically killed a prominent Palestinian aid official who had been instrumental in organising public screenings of the game across the enclave. The incident transformed what was intended as a moment of collective celebration – the live broadcast of a thrilling World Cup clash – into a stark reminder of the near-daily Israeli strikes that continue to claim civilian lives in
  
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• Carrick and Rooney among 15 new Man Utd scholars

  08-07-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Manchester United have confirmed Jacey Carrick and Kai Rooney are among 15 youngsterswho have signed first-year scholarship contracts with the club.The duo posted pictures on social media over the weekend of them together as young boys when their dads were United players.Rooney was pictured with father Wayne, United's record goalscorer, at a ceremony at Old Trafford to mark the occasion. Newly installed United head coach Michael Carrick was also present.Carrick was pictured with another of
  
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• Pompey would 'absolutely' pursue Kamara - Hughes

  08-07-2026 11:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Abu Kamara played a key role when Portsmouth won League One in 2023/24 [Shutterstock]Portsmouth sporting director Richard Hughes says the club would "absolutely" be interested in a potential return for former loanee Abu Kamara this summer, but any deal would not be straightforward to complete. The 22-year-old arrived at Fratton Park on loan in 2023 and played a starring role as the Blues won the League One title, with 10 goals and 11 assists in all competitions across the campaign. He returned t
  
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• World Cup 2026 power rankings: Rating all eight nations ahead of the quarter-finals

  08-07-2026 11:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 World Cup is heading to the quarter-finals after another action-packed knockout round sent eight more nations packing from the tournament, including two heavyweight contenders.Brazil succumbed to the goalscoring prowess of Erling Haaland as Carlo Ancelotti’s bid to add a sixth star to the Selecao shirt came to an end at the hands of Norway. Along with Portugal, they joined all three host nations in exiting the competition, with the USA following Canada and Mexico out of the compet
  
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• Bain and Adams will miss start of season for Falkirk

  08-07-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scott Bain and Keelan Adams will miss the start of the season for Falkirk, manager John McGlynn has confirmed.Adams is set to be out until September, while fellow right-back Jack McMillan, recently signed from Partick Thistle, is a doubt for Saturday's Premier Sports Cup opener at Edinburgh City. Midfielder Finn Yeats is also struggling with an ankle issue, while experienced goalkeeper Bain may not be fit for the Premiership's first weekend in early August after a setback in his recovery from a
  
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