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• 'Significant resemblance to Klopp' - Cherries fan on Iraola

  03-06-2026 17:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]Liverpool fans should feel a sense of enthusiasm at the possible arrival of new head coach Andoni Iraola, as he excelled in his role at Bournemouth - transforming the Cherries into one of the most impressive and offensive sides in the Premier League.The red half of Merseyside can be excited with Iraola's brand of football, as it bears significant resemblance to that of former gaffer Jurgen Klopp. Bournemouth were consistently ranked among the league's best for pressing metrics
  
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• 👀 Who goes through? Group A and B previews for World Cup 2026

  04-06-2026 03:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  👀 Who goes through? Group A and B previews for World Cup 2026It’s almost time for the ball to start rolling at the 2026 World Cup.And OneFootball is starting to highlight the details of each of the 12 groups in the biggest World Cup in history, with 48 national teams.The top two teams in each group will advance to the pre-round of 16, along with the eight best third-placed teams.See below how the representatives of Groups A and B are shaping up and have your say: who should qualify
  
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• 👀 Who goes through? Group A and B previews for the 2026 World Cup

  04-06-2026 03:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  👀 Who goes through? Group A and B previews for the 2026 World CupIt’s almost time for the ball to start rolling at the 2026 World Cup.And OneFootball is starting to highlight the details of each of the 12 groups in the biggest World Cup in history, featuring 48 national teams.The top two teams in each group will advance to the preliminary round of 32, along with the eight best third-placed teams.See below how the representatives of Groups A and B are shaping up and have your say: w
  
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• FIFA will no longer allow fans to bring water bottles into World Cup games this summer

  04-06-2026 03:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  Fans won't be able to bring their own water bottles into World Cup games this summer after all. FIFA made a late policy change and will no longer allow fans to bring their own water bottles into World Cup games at venues in North America this summer, according to The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Matt Slater.Previously, the plan was to let fans bring in "empty, transparent, reusable plastic bottles" up to one liter in capacity into stadiums. But FIFA has since informed ticket holders that the code
  
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• 👨‍🏫Careful strategy: Javier Aguirre to rotate the squad in El Tri

  04-06-2026 03:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  👨‍🏫Careful strategy: Javier Aguirre to rotate the squad in El TriThe Mexican National Team is putting the finishing touches on its final warm-up match ahead of the 2026 World Cup. El Tri will face Serbia at Nemesio Diez Stadium in Toluca, just eight days before the highly anticipated opening match against South Africa at the Azteca Stadium.Mystery surrounding the starting lineupDespite how close the official debut is, head coach Javier Aguirre surprised the media during the p
  
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• Erling Haaland camp responds to Real Madrid signing claims – “All very entertaining”

  04-06-2026 02:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  Erling Haaland camp responds to Real Madrid signing claims – “All very entertaining”In the last few hours, Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme claimed that he has closed the signing of Erling Haaland from Manchester City. It’s alleged that the Norwegian striker has a clause in his contract that allows a Bernabeu move to be done, which is exactly how Florentino Perez’s rival intends to close one of the biggest transfers in football history.Haaland has
  
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• 🎥 Ancelotti hints at Brazil changes, Casemiro backs Endrick

  04-06-2026 02:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  🎥 Ancelotti hints at Brazil changes, Casemiro backs EndrickThis Wednesday (3) brought another training session for the Brazilian National Team as they prepare for the friendly against Egypt.And Carlo Ancelotti made several tests with an eye on next Saturday’s (6) clash. The tactical work carried out at Columbia Park Training in New Jersey featured five changes compared to the team that started against Panama.Two were expected: the presences of Marquinhos and Gabriel Magalh&ati
  
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• 💣Top-class boost: River close to sealing Arambarri signing

  04-06-2026 02:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  💣Top-class boost: River close to sealing Arambarri signingThe Argentine football transfer market is being shaken up by a move of international magnitude. River Plate is in highly advanced negotiations to sign Uruguayan midfielder Mauro Arambarri, currently a Getafe player in Spain, with the aim of strengthening the squad ahead of the year’s upcoming challenges.Final details with GetafeTalks between the Núñez club’s leadership and their counterparts at the Madrid
  
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• Florentino Perez confirms signing of Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate – “He will not be the only one”

  04-06-2026 01:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Florentino Perez confirms signing of Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate – “He will not be the only one”It has been a very busy week in the Real Madrid offices, but not only because of Sunday’s presidential election between Florentino Perez and Enrique Riquelme. Work is being done on making the necessary additions to the first team squad, which is as yet without a manager.However, that matter will be settled in the days after the election result is known. If Perez is re-el
  
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• 🏆 All set in the Libertadores: last-16 fixtures confirmed

  04-06-2026 01:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  🏆 All set in the Libertadores: last-16 fixtures confirmedCONMEBOL has officially confirmed the schedule for the Copa Libertadores round of 16. The continent’s sixteen best teams now know the dates, kickoff times, and venues where they will try to take the first step toward the quarterfinals next August.A packed schedule to open the first-leg tiesThe action will begin on Tuesday, August 11, with three high-profile matches. In Rio de Janeiro, Fluminense will host Independiente Rivada
  
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• 👕All set: FIFA confirms the kits for the group stage

  04-06-2026 01:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  👕All set: FIFA confirms the kits for the group stageJust eight days before the opening whistle of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in Mexico City, world football’s governing body officially announced the colors that the 48 participating teams will wear during the 72 group-stage matches.Tradition for the giants and the hostsThe opening round of the tournament will be marked by respect for the teams’ historic identity. All former world champions will wear their traditional colors
  
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• 🛬Change at América: Almada now in Mexico City

  04-06-2026 00:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  🛬Change at América: Almada now in Mexico CityThe seismic shock caused by André Jardine’s surprising departure already has a forceful response in the offices of El Nido. Guillermo Almada arrived in Mexico City on Wednesday afternoon and is just one step away from being officially named the new head coach of Club América for the 2026 Apertura tournament and the Leagues Cup.The Eagles’ number one optionSources close to FOX Sports confirmed that the club&rsqu
  
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• Man City have opening Anderson bid rejected by Forest

  04-06-2026 00:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  Elliot Anderson made 50 appearances for Nottingham Forest in the 2025-26 season [Getty Images]Manchester City have had an opening bid for midfielder Elliot Anderson rejected by Nottingham Forest.BBC Sport reported last week the 23-year-old England international is leaning towards a move to Etihad Stadium over Manchester United.There is a growing expectation Anderson will leave the City Ground this summer and City have now formalised interest with their first bid rebuffed, as reported by The Athl
  
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• Paul Pogba expected to remain at Monaco, according to former assistant

  04-06-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Paul Pogba expected to remain at Monaco, according to former assistantHaving played just six games in his return season, doubts have arisen about Paul Pogba’s (33) future at AS Monaco. However, the Principality club’s former assistant manager, Damien Perrinelle, has seemingly quashed those doubts during an interview with RMC Sport.  It was difficult to imagine him hitting the heights of yesteryear; however, with just six appearances, one start, and 115 minutes accumulated,
  
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• Man City’s Opening Bid Rejected As £100m Transfer Battle Begins

  04-06-2026 00:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  Man City’s Opening Bid Rejected As £100m Transfer Battle BeginsManchester City’s Elliot Anderson Bid Signals New Era After GuardiolaManchester City’s opening offer for Elliot Anderson feels less like a speculative move and more like a glimpse into the next version of the club. As reported by The Athletic, Nottingham Forest have rejected City’s initial bid for the England midfielder, but the pursuit remains active.Anderson, currently with England in Miami ahead of th
  
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• 🧤 Dibu is ready: he'll start in the World Cup opener against Algeria

  04-06-2026 00:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  🧤 Dibu is ready: he'll start in the World Cup opener against AlgeriaThe Argentina national team received the best possible news at its training camp in the United States. Despite carrying a fracture in the ring finger of his right hand, Emiliano "Dibu" Martínez will arrive in optimal condition and will be the starting goalkeeper in the opener against Algeria next Tuesday, June 16, in Kansas.
  Positive progress and extreme cautionThe Albiceleste medical staff confirmed that the Mar
  
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• 💣 First contacts: Boca make initial approach for Gustavo Costas

  04-06-2026 00:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  💣 First contacts: Boca make initial approach for Gustavo CostasBoca Juniors’ leadership is wasting no time after making Claudio Úbeda’s departure from the Xeneize bench official. In recent hours, the list of names in the running has added a heavyweight candidate with experience in Argentine football: Gustavo Costas.The call from the Football CouncilAccording to what the newspaper Olé was able to confirm through sources close to Racing’s former head coach,
  
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• Tiago Gabriel targeted by Bournemouth after impressive Lecce season

  04-06-2026 00:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Tiago Gabriel targeted by Bournemouth after impressive Lecce seasonBournemouth are eager to snap up Lecce defender Tiago Gabriel and sent scouts to view him in action several times this season.The 21-year-old has six caps for Portugal at youth level and was instrumental in ensuring Lecce managed to avoid relegation this term on the final day of the season.He was secured from Estrela Amadora in January 2025 for €1.25m plus add-ons, another of the future talents inspired by director of sport
  
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• Report Cambiaso approached by Barcelona after Chelsea interest

  03-06-2026 23:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report Cambiaso approached by Barcelona after Chelsea interestAfter Chelsea interest and Manchester City last year, it is now reported that Barcelona are the favourites to sign Juventus and Italy full-back Andrea Cambiaso.The 26-year-old had already been on the verge of a move to Manchester City in January 2025, but his exit was stalled by injuries and other issues.Cambiaso wanted by BarcelonaUDINE, ITALY – MARCH 14: Andrea Cambiaso of Juventus reacts during the warm up ahead of the Serie
  
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• New Anfield Era Takes Shape as Iraola to Sign On Thursday

  03-06-2026 23:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  New Anfield Era Takes Shape as Iraola to Sign On ThursdayAndoni Iraola Set for Liverpool Role as Hughes Moves DecisivelyLiverpool appear to be closing in on a new era, with Andoni Iraola expected on Merseyside on Thursday to sign his contract as the club’s next head coach.Sky Sports, who reported the original information, state that Liverpool reached a verbal agreement with Iraola on Tuesday after moving quickly following Arne Slot’s dismissal on Saturday. A formal announcement could
  
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• 💣Riquelme keeps promising: if he wins, Haaland will join Real Madrid

  03-06-2026 23:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  💣Riquelme keeps promising: if he wins, Haaland will join Real MadridThe race for the Real Madrid presidency added a major new chapter ahead of the elections on June 7. During an interview on the TV show El Hormiguero, opposition candidate Enrique Riquelme announced that he has secured the signing of Norwegian striker Erling Haaland as the flagship move of his sporting project.Notarized guarantee and Rodri’s arrivalTo back up his campaign promises, the businessman from Alicante reve
  
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• Konate reveals depression after deaths of Jota & father

  03-06-2026 23:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  Ibrahima Konate joined Liverpool from RB Leipzig in 2021 [Getty Images]Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has opened up on how the deaths of team-mate Diogo Jota and his father left him battling depression during his final season at the club. Portugal forward Jota and his brother Andre Silva, tragically died in a car crash last July, while Konate's dad Hamady passed away in January after a long illness.The France international's form was visibly affected in his final campaign at Anfield and the
  
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• Manchester City launch opening bid for Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson

  03-06-2026 23:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester City launch opening bid for Nottingham Forest’s Elliot AndersonManchester City have kicked off their summer transfer market business by testing the resolve with a concrete offer for Elliot Anderson.Nottingham Forest have rebuffed the initial approach from the Etihad Stadium’s hierarchy, holding out for a premium valuation for their prized asset.Incoming manager Enzo Maresca and Sporting Director Hugo Viana view the versatile 23-year-old as the ideal target to regenerate Ci
  
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• Inter want to offer Frattesi for Mancini

  03-06-2026 23:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Inter want to offer Frattesi for ManciniInter are pursuing Gianluca Mancini. Gianluca Di Marzio provided further updates regarding the Nerazzurri’s interest in the Roma defender during an episode of “Calciomercato – L’Originale” on Sky Sport. According to the journalist, Inter are ready to offer Davide Frattesi to the Giallorossi as a pawn in their bid to secure the defender, especially if the number 23 fails to reach an agreement with Roma on a renewal.
  
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• Inter confident Palestra will provide advantage over Premier League

  03-06-2026 23:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Inter confident Palestra will provide advantage over Premier LeagueAlthough Atalanta want a €50m bidding war to break out, Inter seem confident Marco Palestra will give them the priority over the Premier League, and do a deal for just €45m.Palestra flourished on loan at Cagliari this season, earning his first senior Italy caps and attracting interest from all over Europe.La Dea are therefore ready to sell this summer, and are hoping for at least €50m with a bidding war likely to e
  
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• Florentino Perez rival promises Erling Haaland signing if elected Real Madrid president

  03-06-2026 23:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Florentino Perez rival promises Erling Haaland signing if elected Real Madrid presidentThis weekend, Florentino Perez and Enrique Riquelme will go head-to-head in the first Real Madrid presidential election in 20 years. The former is the overwhelming favourite to be re-elected to the position he has held since 2009, but the latter is staking his claim with the club’s members ahead of Sunday’s vote.Perez has been very busy during the elections, with his people having closed agreements
  
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• Report Juventus in direct Sorloth talks and Nottingham Forest want Openda

  03-06-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report Juventus in direct Sorloth talks and Nottingham Forest want OpendaJuventus have begun negotiations with Atletico Madrid centre-forward Alexander Sorloth, claim Sky Sport Italia, while Nottingham Forest are among Lois Openda contenders.It’s going to be all change for the Bianconeri attack this summer, because Dusan Vlahovic is leaving as a free agent on June 30 after failing to agree a new contract, while Jonathan David, Openda and Eden Zhegrova are for sale.Juventus pursuing Sorloth
  
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• Leeds United Eye Salzburg Teen Sensation To Boost Attack This Summer: Right Choice?

  03-06-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  Leeds United Eye Salzburg Teen Sensation To Boost Attack This Summer: Right Choice?Kerim Alajbegovic has spent the past season announcing himself to European football in the most convincing way possible. The 18-year-old featured in 44 matches for RB Salzburg across all competitions, scoring 13 goals and adding four assists in what was a truly standout campaign for a teenager still finding his footing at senior level. His performances also proved crucial for Bosnia and Herzegovina, as he contribu
  
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• Official | Alexandre Dujeux leaves Angers

  03-06-2026 23:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Official | Alexandre Dujeux leaves AngersSCO Angers have confirmed that Alexandre Dujeux has left the club. It is the Frenchman’s desire to leave the club that has led to the announcement. Dujeux was named manager back in 2023 and has exceeded expectations. Having led the club back to Ligue 1, he has kept the club in the top flight in successive seasons, despite working on a shoestring budget. Last season, Le Sco, finished 13th and the season before that, 14th.This season&rs
  
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• Favasuli: ‘A dream come true’ with first Italy cap after Palestra injury

  03-06-2026 23:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Favasuli: ‘A dream come true’ with first Italy cap after Palestra injuryCostantino Favasuli was not meant to start for Italy tonight, but Marco Palestra’s injury allowed him to impress against Luxembourg. ‘It’s a childhood dream come true.’The versatile Catanzaro full-back was a late addition to the squad, as he was participating in the Serie B promotion play-offs against Monza until last week.He was then meant to be on the bench, but a minor adductor issue fo
  
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