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• Ancelotti explains why he turned down the Italy job: ‘Not a contract issue’

  30-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ancelotti explains why he turned down the Italy job: ‘Not a contract issue’Carlo Ancelotti clarifies that he didn’t turn down the Italy job because of contract issues: ‘I have a commitment to the CBF’ and Brazil.Ancelotti gave an interview to ESPN, speaking for the first time about the approach from ex-Italy technical director Paolo Maldini.Ancelotti on Italy snub: ‘Not a contract issue’“It’s not a contract issue; that’s not the reason,
  
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• NWSL cuts ties with Victory+, becoming latest to pivot from platform amid reported nonpayment

  30-07-2026 23:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Another domino has fallen for Victory+: On Thursday, the NWSL became the latest to cut ties with the streaming platform. In a statement, the NWSL announced that it had “terminated” its agreement with Victory+ “effective immediately.”The move comes as Victory+ has experienced reported financial difficulties, leading multiple teams to pull out of their deals. The NWSL severed the partnership after less than a year following a missed rights payment, per multiple reports.Per
  
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• Four New Signings To Start? | Predicted 4-4-2 Rangers Lineup To Face Dundee United

  30-07-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Four New Signings To Start? | Predicted 4-4-2 Rangers Lineup To Face Dundee UnitedDerek McInnes will officially begin his reign as Rangers boss with a trip to Tannadice Park on Friday night. Despite snapping up seven new names, the Scotsman is expected to be backed with further additions before the window is slammed shut next month. But the focus must be on the upcoming clash with Dundee United, as a victory on the road should boost the Gers ahead of their crucial Europa League qualifier against
  
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• League One Luton sign West Ham striker Marshall

  30-07-2026 23:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Callum Marshall spent the second half of last season on loan at German club Bochum [Getty Images]West Ham United and Northern Ireland striker Callum Marshall has joined League One club Luton Town for an undisclosed fee.Luton said the 21-year-old has agreed a "long-term" contract.Marshall made three first-team appearances for West Ham after signing from Linfield in January 2022 and was part of the squad that won the FA Youth Cup in 2023.He spent the 2024-25 season playing in League One for Hudder
  
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• Derry must be braver - Lynch after European exit

  30-07-2026 23:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It was a lacklustre display from Tiernan Lynch's side at the Brandywell [Getty Images]Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch said his side "got punished" during their 1-0 Uefa Conference League second qualifying round defeat against Rijeka which ended their European hopes.Croatian side Rijeka had a slender one-goal lead ahead of the second leg at the Brandywell before Daniel Adu-Adjei's goal after just 14 minutes extended their advantage.Derry struggled to respond and could not test stopper Aleksa Tod
  
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• Clinical HJK end Coleraine's European hopes

  30-07-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Conference LeagueColeraine 0 - 3 (8) HJK FTColeraine were on the end of another night of clinical finishing by HJK Helsinki as Ruaidhri Higgins' side bowed out of the Conference League qualifiers in the second round after an 8-0 aggregate loss.After a tough night at the Bolt Arena in the first leg when the Bannsiders conceded five goals and lost defenders Mark Coyle and Aidan Wilson to injury, Coleraine had it all to do in the second leg.Despite making a brighter start at Inver Park, they w
  
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• Declan Donnelly in tears as he pays emotional tribute to ‘childhood hero’ Kevin Keegan

  30-07-2026 23:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TV presenter and Newcastle United fan Declan Donnelly has paid an emotional tribute to his "childhood hero" Kevin Keegan following the football legend's death aged 75. Keegan, a revered figure who managed Newcastle United and also played for the club for two years, passed away on 20 July after a battle with stage four cancer.Donnelly, alongside his presenting partner Anthony McPartlin, honoured Keegan on their podcast, Hanging Out With Ant And Dec. The duo hailed him as a "true legend to Newcast
  
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• Manchester United Identify This Chelsea Forward As A Target: What Will He Add To Carrick’s Side?

  30-07-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Identify This Chelsea Forward As A Target: What Will He Add To Carrick’s Side?In a recent report, Fichajes stated that Manchester United have identified Chelsea forward Liam Delap as a target for this summer transfer window. It is believed that the Red Devils are eyeing a move to bring the English striker to Old Trafford this off-season.Delap’s Growing Struggles At Chelsea Last SeasonDelap struggled to find consistency for the Blues in the previous campaign and fail
  
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• 📋 Grêmio name line-up for Bolívar clash in Copa Sul-Americana

  30-07-2026 23:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Grêmio name line-up for Bolívar clash in Copa Sul-AmericanaGrêmio are lined up for the clash with Bolívar at 7 p.m. this Thursday (30) at the Arena, in the second leg of the Copa Sudamericana playoffs.In the first leg, the Tricolor lost 3-2. Grêmio therefore need to win by at least two goals. A one-goal victory will take the tie to penalties.Paramount+ will broadcast the match. And you can follow the main live updates in the card below.
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• Chelsea and Man City show strongest interest in breakout Scottish forward with 31 goals in 49 games

  30-07-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea and Man City show strongest interest in breakout Scottish forward with 31 goals in 49 gamesManchester City and Chelsea have emerged as the two clubs showing the strongest interest in IK Sirius forward Robbie Ure.The 22-year-old – a product of the Rangers academy – has scored 31 goals in 49 appearances since joining the Swedish club.Ure faces interest from across Europe, including Arsenal, Tottenham, Napoli, and Monaco.Manchester City and Chelsea are leading the race to sign o
  
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• Liverpool urged to sell midfielder this summer – “I’m concerned”

  30-07-2026 22:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool urged to sell midfielder this summer – “I’m concerned”Liverpool Told to Consider Major Midfield SaleLiverpool’s midfield plans remain difficult to predict as the club enters the final month of the summer transfer window.Despite links to Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, any significant addition currently appears dependent on Liverpool creating space through a major departure. Speaking on the latest edition of Media Matters for Anfield Index, Dave Dav
  
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• Uli Hoeneß apologizes to Max Eberl, weighs in on Luis Diaz and Michael Olise transfer talk, and praises Harry Kane

  30-07-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Uli Hoeneß apologizes to Max Eberl, weighs in on Luis Diaz and Michael Olise transfer talk, and praises Harry KaneBayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeneß has conducted his first major interview ahead of the forthcoming 2026/27 Bundesliga campaign. Speaking to reporters after Bayern’s 15-0 preseason friendly victory over amateur side FC Rottach-Egern at the club’s Tegernsee training camp on Thursday evening, Hoeneß apologized to Board Member for Sport Max Eberl a
  
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• Celtic Are Now Interested In 24-Year-Old Goalkeeper: Why Should The Hoops Walk Away?

  30-07-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic Are Now Interested In 24-Year-Old Goalkeeper: Why Should The Hoops Walk Away?Celtic have entered the conversation for Wolfsberger AC goalkeeper Nikolas Polster, according to a report from the Daily Record, relayed by a transfer feed. The Scottish champions have tracked the Austrian as they continue assessing their options after Kasper Schmeichel’s retirement, though Wolfsberger remain determined to keep hold of one of their biggest assets.Celtic make smart call after fresh goalkeepe
  
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• A Manchester City legend has found a new home

  30-07-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  A Manchester City legend has found a new homeAfter playing for Manchester City for a decade, the 2025-26 season was John Stones’ final campaign as a City player. The elegant centre-back won every major trophy available during his time at the club. He was also a pivotal member of Pep Guardiola’s squad throughout his time at the club. It is a testament to Stones’ talent and mental fortitude that he became so integral to Pep Guardiola’s all-conquering team. Stones left Manch
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Liverpool Winger: Good Choice For De Zerbi?

  30-07-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Liverpool Winger: Good Choice For De Zerbi?Speaking on the Here We Go podcast, respected journalist Fabrizio Romano stated that Tottenham Hotspur are keeping a keen eye on Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo this summer. Romano said,“In a separate story [to Savinho], because I expect Tottenham to sign two players, I would still keep an eye on Tottenham and Cody Gakpo, because he’s another player they like.“So let’s see what is
  
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• 🚨Official: Real Madrid announce the signing of Carlos Espí

  30-07-2026 22:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨Official: Real Madrid announce the signing of Carlos EspíReal Madrid C. F. and Levante U. D. have reached a final agreement for the transfer of forward Carlos Espí. The Valencia-born footballer has signed a contract that will keep him at the Madrid club for the next five seasons, until June 30, 2031.A young talent with potential and goalsAt 21 years of age, Espí arrives in the capital after establishing himself in Levante’s first team, where he played 66 offic
  
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• Report: Aston Villa pushing hard to sign Premier League forward

  30-07-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Aston Villa pushing hard to sign Premier League forwardNicolas Jackson to Aston Villa: Unai Emery Pushes for Chelsea Striker ReunionAston Villa are moving with intent in the market again, and their latest attacking target points to a familiar pattern under Unai Emery, identify a player with specific tactical value, assess the deal conditions carefully, and press forward only when the fit feels right. According to Sports Boom, Villa are now closing in on the stage where interest in Chelse
  
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• EXCLUSIVE: Glen Driscoll On Leading Elite Performance, Celtic, Leicester And Success Alongside Brendan Rodgers

  30-07-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EXCLUSIVE: Glen Driscoll On Leading Elite Performance, Celtic, Leicester And Success Alongside Brendan RodgersAn interview with Glen Driscoll, by Callum McFadden for WFi.You have worked as Head of Performance at some of the biggest football clubs in the UK: Celtic, Liverpool, Swansea, Chelsea and Leicester. In terms of that Head of Performance role, what does it involve on a day-to-day basis within the game? Fans hear more about the role now at big clubs, but maybe don’t fully grasp what i
  
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• Chelsea Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Ligue 1 Striker: Is He Worth The Fight?

  30-07-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Ligue 1 Striker: Is He Worth The Fight?In a recent report, L’Equipe revealed that Chelsea are facing stiff competition for Lille striker Matias Fernandez-Pardo this summer. It has been claimed that the Blues would have to compete with Liverpool, Arsenal and Atletico Madrid in the race to sign the Belgian forward this off-season.Fernandez-Pardo’s Impressive Form In French FootballFernandez-Pardo managed to shine at times with his performan
  
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• 💣Bombshell in LaLiga: Carlos Espí joins Real Madrid

  30-07-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣Bombshell in LaLiga: Carlos Espí joins Real MadridReal Madrid have finalized the signing of Carlos Espí after paying the €25 million release clause to Levante UD. The young forward arrives at the Santiago Bernabéu to strengthen the squad for the current season.
  A strategic move in attackEspí’s arrival responds to the need to fill a key vacancy in Madrid’s forward line. The club decided to trigger the striker’s release clause immediately
  
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• Barcelona renew interest in Hoffenheim attacker Fisnik Asllani

  30-07-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona renew interest in Hoffenheim attacker Fisnik AsllaniKicker confirms a report originating in Catalan sports newspaper Sport regarding FC Barcelona’s interest in Hoffenheim attacker Fisnik Asllani. Apparently, the Blaugrana are once again considering TSG Hoffenheim striker Fisnik Asllani as a potential summer reinforcement.The 23-year-old Kosovo international is expected to leave Hoffenheim before the transfer window closes, with RB Leipzig still considered the leading candidate fo
  
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• Eddie Howe Leaves Newcastle United Having Changed The Club’s Trajectory

  30-07-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eddie Howe Leaves Newcastle United Having Changed The Club’s TrajectoryEddie Howe’s departure from Newcastle United marks the end of one of the most significant managerial spells in the club’s recent history.When he arrived at St James’ Park in November 2021, Newcastle were in the relegation zone and without a Premier League victory. While the club’s new ownership had created optimism about the future, there was no guarantee that progress would come as quickly as ma
  
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• Arsenal Are Keeping Tabs On This Bundesliga Defender: One For The Future?

  30-07-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Arsenal Are Keeping Tabs On This Bundesliga Defender: One For The Future?In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Arsenal are keeping tabs on Stuttgart defender Finn Jeltsch. It has been claimed that the Gunners are facing competition from Bayern Munich and Liverpool in the race to land German youngster this summer.Jeltsch’s Impressive Campaign In German FootballJeltsch had a solid campaign at Stuttgart recently as he was responsible for putting in a run of impressive displays for them
  
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• Lacklustre Derry City exit Europe after Rijeka defeat

  30-07-2026 22:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Derry City bowed out of the Uefa Conference League qualifiers after Rijeka won 1-0 at Brandywell.Daniel Adu-Adjei's 14th minute goal increased Rijeka's advantage to 2-0 on aggregate and was enough to secure the Croatian side's spot in the third qualifying round. Liam Boyce had a chance to open the scoring early in the contest for the Candystripes in a game where the first goal was sure to be vital. Toni Fruk, fresh from representing Croatia at the World Cup, showed glimpses of class and his side
  
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• Germany The Ideal Job For The Change In Mentality

  30-07-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Germany The Ideal Job For The Change In MentalityJurgen Klopp’s time at Liverpool changed him, or at least his perception.When he arrived at Anfield in 2015, there was a sense of ease about him. He was cool and calm ahead of the mammoth task of reawakening the Reds as a force of English and European football. They were floundering in mid-table, mostly directionless despite a title challenge under his predecessor, Brendan Rodgers, two seasons prior.In his first press conference, Klopp joked
  
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• Carnevali criticises Malago over Mancini choice: ‘Bring in capable people, not friends’

  30-07-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Carnevali criticises Malago over Mancini choice: ‘Bring in capable people, not friends’Giovanni Carnevali has criticised Giovanni Malagò’s decision to appoint Roberto Mancini as Italy manager, arguing the FIGC president should have prioritised ability over relationships.According to CalcioMercato.com, the Juventus chief executive used an appearance at a La Stampa event to question the direction taken by Italian football’s governing body.“Despite being a great
  
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• Borussia Dortmund keeping tabs on resurgent Eintracht Frankfurt fullback Elias Baum

  30-07-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  Borussia Dortmund keeping tabs on resurgent Eintracht Frankfurt fullback Elias BaumEintracht Frankfurt fullback Elias Baum’s strong preseason has his former sporting director considering bringing him to his own Bundesliga club. In this case, new Borussia Dortmund personnel executive Nils Ole Book – who knows Baum from his time at Elversberg – is keeping tabs on the 20-year-old. Sky Germany – as relayed by transfermarkt.de – reports that Book considers Baum a po
  
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• In statement, Série A club hits out at Abel Ferreira, here's why

  30-07-2026 21:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  In statement, Série A club hits out at Abel Ferreira, here's whyVitória released an official statement this Thursday (30) after Abel Ferreira, Palmeiras’ coach, spoke about center-back Luan Cândido, one of the players sent off in the match between the two teams last Wednesday (29).After Cacá’s red card, Luan left Vitória with nine men on the field for making a “robbery” gesture that was allegedly spotted by VAR.In the press conference, Ab
  
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• Three clubs monitoring Delap - Friday's gossip

  30-07-2026 21:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three Premier League clubs are watching Chelsea's Liam Delap, Manchester City are closing in on rising star Ayyoub Bouaddi, and Mamadou Sangare nears a Brentford move.Everton, Leeds United and Nottingham Forest are monitoring English forward Liam Delap, 23, who Chelsea value at up to £40m. (The i)Manchester City are in advanced talks with Lille for 18-year-old Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, who has also attracted interest from Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Bayern Munich. (Talksport)M
  
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• Liverpool Are In The Running To Land This Versatile Defender: Should Iraola Go For Him?

  30-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are In The Running To Land This Versatile Defender: Should Iraola Go For Him?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey revealed that Liverpool are in the running to land Takehiro Tomiyasu this summer. It has been mentioned that the Reds will have to compete with Crystal Palace, Everton, Newcastle United and Sunderland in the race to sign the Japanese talent this off-season.Tomiyasu’s Lack Of Game Time In Dutch FootballTomiyasu struggled to earn a regular first-team spot for Aj
  
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