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• 'A bit of a rebel' - what will Celtic get from forward Duran?

  09-07-2026 16:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Camilo Duran (left) scoredfive goals in the Champions League last season - including one against Newcastle [Getty Images]As a consolation goal caressed the bottom corner of the net, a sprinkling of Newcastle supporters applauded Camilo Duran's smart effort.The home fans at St James' Park could afford to be generous since their side were leading Qarabag 8-2 on aggregate in their Champions League knockout play-off.The Azerbaijan outfit's run in Europe's premier competition came to a crashing end,
  
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• Chelsea Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Gifted Defender: Is He A Star In The Making?

  09-07-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Gifted Defender: Is He A Star In The Making?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey stated that Chelsea are facing stiff competition for Colorado Rapids defender Lucas Herrington. It has been mentioned that the Blues would have to compete with Barcelona, Liverpool, Everton, Manchester United, Aston Villa, Newcastle United and Manchester City in the race to sign the Australian whizkid this summer.Herrington’s Impressive Rise In Major League
  
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• Norway's Haaland wants pressure put on England

  09-07-2026 21:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Erling Haaland has scored seven goals this tournament and is one behind Lionel Messi in the battle for the Golden Boot [Getty Images]Norway striker Erling Haaland believes England are one of the favourites to win the World Cup outright, and with a smile called on the media to put as much pressure on them as possible leading into their quarter-final meeting on Saturday.Norway had not competed at a World Cup since 1998, but have reached the final eight for the first time after finishing second in
  
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• Chelsea not keen on Diego Moreira, Roma gain hope

  09-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea not keen on Diego Moreira, Roma gain hopeSerie A side Roma have missed out on a move for Mason Greenwood but are in the hunt for another attacking signing. This could come in the form of Strasbourg’s Diego Moreira, who is playing for Belgium at the World Cup.La Gazzetta dello Sport have reported that initially, the Giallorossi weren’t as optimistic about a deal. Chelsea have a buyback clause in the attacker’s contract, even if the exact details of that are unknown. Roma
  
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• US confirm Pulisic leg fracture in defeat by Belgium

  09-07-2026 21:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Christian Pulisic only played more than an hour in one of his four appearances [Getty Images]The United States have confirmed that forward Christian Pulisic fractured his leg during his side's 4-1 defeat by Belgium in the World Cup last 16.Pulisic was substituted in the 59th minute just moments after Belgium scored their third goal in Seattle.The 27-year-old appeared to suffer the injury early in the second half as he attempted a shot but instead kicked the back of Belgium midfielder Youri Tiele
  
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• Everton In Pole Position To Sign 6ft 2in Striker: Smart Recruitment Or Getting Played By A Clever Agent?

  09-07-2026 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton In Pole Position To Sign 6ft 2in Striker: Smart Recruitment Or Getting Played By A Clever Agent?David Moyes is apparently very keen for a 19-year-old Cameroonian who is already making the Bundesliga look small.David Schill of the Daily Arsenal broke the news on 9 July 2026. Everton are currently in pole position to secure Bayer Leverkusen’s teenage striker Christian Kofane this summer. According to Kofane’s agent, Eric Depolo, Moyes “loves” the kid. The talks, ori
  
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• Erling Haaland ramps up mind games with England before World Cup quarter-final

  09-07-2026 21:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Erling Haaland has issued a direct challenge to the media, urging them to "put every single pressure on the English lads" ahead of Norway's World Cup quarter-final clash with England on Saturday.The Manchester City striker has been instrumental in Norway's historic progression to the last eight, netting seven goals in five appearances. Born in Leeds, Haaland faces familiar faces in what he calls a "special game", keen to shift the spotlight onto Thomas Tuchel’s squad.Asked about Norway&rsq
  
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• 🐐 In Pelé's footsteps: Morocco wonderkid makes WC history today!

  09-07-2026 21:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🐐 In Pelé's footsteps: Morocco wonderkid makes WC history today!Ayyoub Bouaddi is without a doubt one of the biggest revelations of this World Cup. The 18-year-old pulls the strings in Morocco’s midfield and looks far more like a crafty veteran than a teenage up-and-comer.It is only logical, then, that the youngster is also in the starting lineup for the quarter-final against France. And in doing so, he makes World Cup history in more than one way.For one, at 18 years and 28
  
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• Liverpool transfer news: Great news! €50m star makes his decision as Reds find their next signing

  09-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool transfer news: Great news! €50m star makes his decision as Reds find their next signingLiverpool have finally found their winger as a €50m star makes his decision. Richard Hughes has one of the biggest transfer windows of his career ahead of him because Liverpool need to rediscover the balance that made them so dominant under Jurgen Klopp.When Klopp's side were at their peak, everything just clicked. They had the physicality to overpower teams, the intensity to press for 90 m
  
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• Erling Haaland invited to The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon amid Norway World Cup run

  09-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Erling Haaland invited to The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon amid Norway World Cup runMan City’s Erling Haaland has been invited to appear on the Tonight Show With Jimmy FallonLogistics of Norway’s ongoing FIFA World Cup campaign will ‘probably’ rule the appearance outThe invitation underlines Haaland’s growing profile as a global sporting icon beyond footballManchester City striker Erling Haaland has been invited to appear as a guest on the Tonight Show With Jimmy
  
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• Aston Villa Are Demanding €10m For Their Outgoing Player: Is This The Right Move For The Midlands Club?

  09-07-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Are Demanding €10m For Their Outgoing Player: Is This The Right Move For The Midlands Club?Aston Villa’s prize keeper has one foot out the door. Is this the moment to cash in, or the moment to hold firm?The Emiliano Martínez transfer saga has taken another sharp twist. Juventus are holding firm on the fee, having already held formal talks with the Argentine goalkeeper’s representatives over a summer move. It appears Martínez has reached an agreement in
  
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• France-Morocco: Bouaddi makes World Cup history, behind Pelé 👑

  09-07-2026 21:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France-Morocco: Bouaddi makes World Cup history, behind Pelé 👑Into the legend.This Thursday, France and Morocco face off in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup.As since the start of the tournament, Moroccan wonderkid Ayyoub Bouaddi starts in midfield.A place in the starting lineup that simply allows him to become the second-youngest player in history to start a World Cup quarterfinal, according to Opta.At 18 years and 280 days old, the midfielder is surpassed only by King Pel&
  
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• Union SG Stands Firm as Inter’s €23m Khalaili Bid Falls Short

  09-07-2026 21:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Union SG Stands Firm as Inter’s €23m Khalaili Bid Falls ShortInter Milan have had a second offer for Union Saint-Gilloise right-back Anan Khalaili rejected, with an improved bid of €23m plus add-ons still falling well short of the Belgian club’s €30m asking price.According to Football Italia, Sky Sport Italia reported the improved offer moments before Belgian transfer expert Sacha Tavolieri confirmed Union Saint-Gilloise had already turned it down. The Nerazzurri&rsquo
  
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• Newcastle and Man Utd interested in Williams

  09-07-2026 21:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Neco Williams left Liverpool to join Nottingham Forest in 2022 [Getty Images]Nottingham Forest defender Neco Williams is attracting interest from several Premier League clubs, with Newcastle United among those interested in the Wales international.Williams is in talks over a new deal at the City Ground, but a number of Forest's top-flight rivals are keen on the 25-year-old.It is understood Newcastle and Manchester United are among the clubs to have registered interest in Williams while talks ove
  
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• Xabi Alonso outlines ambitions in first interview as Chelsea manager

  09-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Xabi Alonso outlines ambitions in first interview as Chelsea managerChelsea officially unveiled Xabi Alonso as their new manager on Thursday after the Spaniard arrived at Cobham for the start of pre-season.Alonso agreed a four-year deal to become Chelsea’s new manager in May, replacing Liam Rosenior.The 44-year-old arrives with huge expectations, with Chelsea enduring a disappointing campaign last season, missing out on European qualification.Speaking for the first time since taking charge
  
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• Celtic’s £3.5m Bid Rejected For This World Cup Star: Should They Launch A Second Bid?

  09-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic’s £3.5m Bid Rejected For This World Cup Star: Should They Launch A Second Bid?Glasgow is a tough town if you are looking for patience. The Parkhead hierarchy wanted a quick win in the market, but Spain had other ideas.Spanish side rebuff Celtic approachAccording to a report from Football Insider, Celtic have failed with an opening £3.5 million package for Egypt winger Haissem Hassan. Real Oviedo knocked it back immediately. They aren’t playing ball, even though the
  
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• Cubarsi defends Barcelona duo Pedri and Lamine amid criticism: ‘The best at that’

  09-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cubarsi defends Barcelona duo Pedri and Lamine amid criticism: ‘The best at that’Spain defender Pau Cubarsi appeared on Radio MARCA for an interview today ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Belgium.The Barcelona youngster has easily been one of Spain’s standout performers, and one of the best centre-backs at the tournament, showing composure and maturity beyond his age.And, during the interview, Cubarsi showed the same poise and calmness, as he made it cle
  
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• Real Madrid versatile attacker not considering offers to leave this summer – report

  09-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid versatile attacker not considering offers to leave this summer – reportNow established as one of Morocco’s leaders at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, Brahim Díaz has no intention of leaving Real Madrid, according to SPORT. Backed by José Mourinho, the attacking midfielder is expected to remain at the club and sign a contract extension.Two major goalsIndeed, the report states that Brahim has set himself two clear objectives: help the Moroccan national team r
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool ready to move for forward despite £127m price tag

  09-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool ready to move for forward despite £127m price tagBradley Barcola Debate Shows Scale of Liverpool’s Summer DecisionLiverpool’s reported interest in PSG forward Bradley Barcola has become one of the more revealing transfer discussions of the summer. On Anfield Index, Trev Downey and Lewis Steele looked at the cost, the need, the tactical fit and the wider question of ambition under Andoni Iraola.Barcola Fee Raises Liverpool QuestionDowney introduced the subj
  
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• Many factors behind shock Newport exit - Fuchs

  09-07-2026 20:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Christian Fuchs started his coaching career at Charlotte FC [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Christian Fuchs says "many factors" led to him quitting as manager Newport County on the eve of pre-season.The Exiles are hunting for their next boss for the 2026-27 season after the surprise exit of former Austria defender Fuchs at the end of June.It was announced he had left just two days before the squad – including six new signings – returned for training.Owner Huw Jenkins revealed the 40-year-o
  
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• Morocco carrying 'same mindset' as 2022 into World Cup quarterfinal matchup against France

  09-07-2026 20:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A lot can change in four years, especially perception. Morocco were the darlings of the 2022 World Cup in just their sixth appearance. They won a group featuring Belgium and the 2018 runners-up in Croatia. In the knockout rounds, they beat Spain after penalty kicks and Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal next to reach the semifinals.Then came France.The reigning world champions ended Morocco's dream run. Manager Walid Regragui explained that mistakes against teams like France will cost you. The mix o
  
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• 📋 Rematch on the cards? France and Morocco line-ups confirmed

  09-07-2026 20:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Rematch on the cards? France and Morocco line-ups confirmedThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is back!And the first semifinalist will be decided this Thursday (9).France and Morocco will face off from 5 p.m. (Brasília time) at Gillette Stadium in Boston.It will be a rematch of the World Cup semifinal in Qatar, which ended with France advancing.Whoever goes through will face Spain or Belgium.Argentine referee Facundo Tello will be in charge.TV Globo, SporTV, ge tv and CazéTV will bro
  
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• Richard Hughes just waiting for perfect time to strike deal for £35m second-tier forward

  09-07-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes just waiting for perfect time to strike deal for £35m second-tier forwardLiverpool are seeking to add signings in attack this summer.Victor Munoz has been brought on board for €40m after the Reds’ sporting director Richard Hughes triggered the Spain international winger’s Osasuna buyout clause.But the outgoing Premier League champions won’t stop there. The Anfield club had Yan Diomande in their sights - bidding up to €100m to land the RB Leipzig p
  
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• 🐐 Out-of-this-world World Cup level! Why Messi still owns everyone

  09-07-2026 20:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🐐 Out-of-this-world World Cup level! Why Messi still owns everyoneYou can’t get your head around the fact that Lionel Messi has already scored eight goals in five games at this World Cup? Then you’d better sit down now.Because the following stat once again makes one thing crystal clear: La Pulga is operating on a World Cup level all of his own. If you’re looking for him in the graphic below, he’s the lone dot all the way up in the top-right corner.According to the
  
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• Sunderland Locked In A Battle With Leeds United For This Serie A Defender: Good Option For Le Bris?

  09-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Locked In A Battle With Leeds United For This Serie A Defender: Good Option For Le Bris?In a recent report, Parma Live stated that Sunderland are locked in a three-way battle for Parma defender Mariano Troilo. It is believed that the Black Cats would have to compete with Brentford and Leeds United in the race to land the Argentine centre-back this summer.Troilo’s Important Role At ParmaTroilo served as a good squad player for the Italian club in the previous campaign and managed
  
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• Ipswich Town sign Hearts captain Hunter

  09-07-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ipswich Town sign Hearts captain HunterIpswich Town have completed the signing of Hearts captain Georgia Hunter on a two-year deal.The Tractor Girls announced news of the transfer via a post on their official club website this afternoon.Hunter joined Hearts at the age of 12 and she successfully progressed through to the first team. The 25-year-old was a SWPL2 promotion-winner with The Jambos in 2019 while she celebrated a first SWPL title win with the club last term.On the international stage, H
  
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• Mesik living his 'dream' playing at Charlton

  09-07-2026 20:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ivan Mesik has previously played for clubs in Slovakia, Denmark, Norway, Italy and the Netherlands [Getty Images]Charlton Athletic's new signing Ivan Mesik has said it has been his dream to play football in England after arriving on a long-term contract from Dutch club Heracles Almelo.The 25-year-old defender will play in his sixth different country after leaving his homeland of Slovakia to move to Denmark in 2020, racking up over 200 professional appearances across six clubs.Mesik was the Addic
  
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• Richard Hughes cannot ignore this performance, he must bring 'legend' home

  09-07-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes cannot ignore this performance, he must bring 'legend' homeRichard Hughes is probably going to leave his post at Liverpool by the end of the summer transfer window. However, while he's still the Reds' sporting director, he's the one who will handle all of Liverpool's bids and negotiations.Of course, Michael Edwards and Andoni Iraola will also have a say in the recruitment but, the vast majority of it will come from Hughes.And, even though he's exiting, he still needs to have the A
  
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• Norway's Haaland wants 'pressure' put on England

  09-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Haaland has scored seven goals this tournament and is one behind Lionel Messi in the battle for the Golden Boot [Getty Images]Norway striker Erling Haaland believes England are one of the outright favourites to win the World Cup, and with a smile called on the media to put as much pressure on them as possible leading into their quarter-final meeting on Saturday.Norway had not competed at a World Cup since 1998, but have reached the final eight for the first time after finishing second in Group I
  
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• Leeds United In New Serious Push For €30m World Cup Star: Why They Have To Pay The Premium Now?

  09-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United In New Serious Push For €30m World Cup Star: Why They Have To Pay The Premium Now?Elland Road is in absolute chaos. Out of nowhere, Leeds United have been plunged into a full-blown goalkeeping crisis, and the hierarchy is scrambling for a solution. Reports from Italian outlet Tuttomercatoweb, via Sport Witness, suggest the West Yorkshire club have launched an incredibly ambitious pursuit of Parma shot-stopper Zion Suzuki. Initial enquiries were quickly knocked back, but Leeds r
  
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