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• Argentine commentator stunned by cup semi-final comeback 📹

  16-07-2026 16:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Argentine commentator stunned by cup semi-final comeback 📹Argentina’s 2-1 comeback win over England drove Argentinians crazy.And not just the fans!Pablo Giralt, a Telefe commentator, went wild calling Argentina’s go-ahead goal against England.Check it out below!The video went viral on social media, but it wasn’t the only one!Bocha Houriet, from Cadena 3 Argentina radio, also went crazy over the Hermanos’ comeback.This article was translated into English by Artific
  
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• Robinson 'still looking' for further Aberdeen recruits

  17-07-2026 12:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stephen Robinson wants a trimmed down Aberdeen squad before the start of the season, but insists he is still targeting further recruits.Goalkeeper Marius Muller signed a two-year deal with the Dons on Thursday, joining Tony Yogane, Lewis Smith, Ayoub Mouloua, Connor Ronan, Alexander Briedl, Brad Lyons, Lewis Mayo, Dan Happe, Toyosi Olusanya and Nesta Guinness-Walker through the door at Pittodrie.Robinson says the club acted quickly to recruit the 33-year-old German amid interest in number one Di
  
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• West Ham captain Bowen to stay at club

  17-07-2026 12:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham United captain Jarrod Bowen will stay at the club as they prepare for life in in the Championship.The 29-year-old England international was part of the side which suffered relegation from the Premier League on the final day of the season, leaving his future in doubt.Bowen, who joined the Hammers from Hull City in 2020, has played over 285 times for the club, scoring 85 goals, and has captained the side since 2024 following the departure of Kurt Zouma.He has 22 England caps but missed ou
  
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• Report: Crystal Palace eyeing move to sign Bundesliga defender

  17-07-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Crystal Palace eyeing move to sign Bundesliga defenderCrystal Palace Eye Chrislain Matsima as Centre-Back Search IntensifiesCrystal Palace are exploring a move for Chrislain Matsima as the club assesses defensive options ahead of what looks set to be a significant summer at Selhurst Park. According to Standard, Palace “hold an interest in Augsburg centre-back Chrislain Matsima”, although “there have been no club-to-club talks”.The 24-year-old is understood to be &
  
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• QPR striker Celar leaves to join Basel

  17-07-2026 12:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zan Celar made 23 appearances for QPR across two seasons, scoring twice[Getty Images]Queens Park Rangers striker Zan Celar has completed a move to Basel for an undisclosed fee.The 27-year-old forward joined the Hoops from Swiss Super League side Lugano in 2024. He arrived having made three appearances for Slovenia at the European Championship in Germany that summer.Celar made 23 appearances in 2024-25, scoring twice in a key win at Cardiff before suffering a hamstring injury. He spent last seaso
  
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• Atletico CEO closes the door on Barcelona move for Alvarez: ‘We didn’t accept €100m, nor will we accept €150m or €200m’

  17-07-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico CEO closes the door on Barcelona move for Alvarez: ‘We didn’t accept €100m, nor will we accept €150m or €200m’Atletico Madrid CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin has made the club’s position on Julián Álvarez crystal clear, insisting the striker is not for sale under any circumstances despite continued speculation linking him with FC Barcelona.Speaking to Atletico’s official media channels, Gil Marin addressed several topics surrounding
  
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• Roma forced to rethink transfer plans after Juventus hijack Celik move

  17-07-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma forced to rethink transfer plans after Juventus hijack Celik moveRoma are expected to step up their search for wide players after Juventus swooped in to sign Zeki Celik, forcing the Giallorossi to reassess their transfer strategy ahead of the new Serie A season.The Turkish defender had been expected to remain at the club, with reports suggesting Roma were close to reaching a final agreement before Juventus completed a surprise move in a matter of hours.His departure leaves Gian Piero Gasper
  
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• Former Leicester City midfielder remains in Belgium following release from Antwerp

  17-07-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Leicester City midfielder remains in Belgium following release from AntwerpFormer Leicester City midfielder Dennis Praet has a new club. The midfielder, who left Leicester City a few seasons ago, was released by Antwerp at the end of the 2025/2026 season. He has been picked up by KV Mechelen and signs a two year deal with the club. KV Mechelen become the third club that Praet has played for in Belgium.The midfielder began his career with Anderlecht, making his debut during the 2011/2012 s
  
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• 🚨 Breaking: Gil Marín: We won't accept an offer for Julián Álvarez

  17-07-2026 12:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Breaking: Gil Marín: We won't accept an offer for Julián ÁlvarezGil Marín, through Atlético de Madrid’s official channels, has announced that Julián Álvarez will stay.This is what he said: "My opinion is clear, the club’s stance is clear, we have conveyed it to the player, the agent, the Barça president... I have no doubt that Atlético is the place in the world for Julián and that Julián is the per
  
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• Underdogs, history and late goals - Africa's World Cup

  17-07-2026 12:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cape Verde reached the last 32 on their World Cup debut and Egypt registered a first win at the finals but Senegal will rue the manner of their exit [Getty Images]Africa sent its largest ever contingent to the 2026 Fifa World Cup, but while there were undoubtedly some great storylines, how successful was the tournament overall for the 10 teams who travelled?After nine nations made it into the knockout stage, Confederation of African Football (Caf) boss Patrice Motsepe said they had made the cont
  
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• What happened at Man City's loans exhibition day?

  17-07-2026 12:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Emilio Lawrence (left) and Issa Kabore enjoyed successful spells away on loan from Manchester City last season [Getty Images]Manchester City welcomed clubs to their training ground on Tuesday to showcase the talent on offer during the summer transfer window.The exhibition day centres largely around players available on loan - or possibly a permanent transfer - for those who likely fall into the gap between the first team and the under-23 side, known as the elite development squad.City have held
  
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• Ajax sign Chelsea keeper Liefting on loan

  17-07-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ajax sign Chelsea keeper Liefting on loanAjax have signed Chelsea goalkeeper Femke Liefting on a loan deal which will run for the 2026/2027 season.The Dutch club announced news of the transfer via a post on their official club website this morning.The 21-year-old returns to the Azerion Vrouwen Eredivisie after spending the last 18 months in England.Liefting started her senior career with VV Alkmaar before joining neighbours AZ in 2023. Her performances quickly attracted the attention of Barclays
  
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• Barcelona preparing long-term contract for 18-year-old La Masia wonderkid

  17-07-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona preparing long-term contract for 18-year-old La Masia wonderkidAccording to SPORT, FC Barcelona are preparing to offer a new long-term contract to highly-rated talent Toni Fernandez as the club looks to secure the future of one of La Masia’s brightest prospects.The 18-year-old versatile attacker, who celebrated his birthday this week, has already joined Hansi Flick’s first-team squad for pre-season and is entering what could be the most important summer of his young career.
  
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• 📹 He gets to referee the biggest match, final ref's emotional reaction

  17-07-2026 12:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📹 He gets to referee the biggest match, final ref's emotional reactionAt the World Cup final on Sunday, countless dreams will once again come true. For most of the Spanish and Argentine players on the pitch, it will be by far the biggest match of their careers — one that will end either in the bitterest disappointment or the most incredible joy. Of course, that doesn’t apply only to the players. Surely every referee also dreams of one day officiating the biggest football
  
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• SWPL: Glasgow City secure double signing of Jesi Rossman and Kelly Brady

  17-07-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SWPL: Glasgow City secure double signing of Jesi Rossman and Kelly BradyGlasgow City have announced the double signing of centre-back Jesi Rossman and forward Kelly Brady.Rossman joins Glasgow City from Portuguese side SCU Torreense, where she recently helped them secure the Portuguese Super Cup. The centre-back played a pivotal role in a memorable victory over Benfica. She assisted the opening goal and scored the match-winner in Player of the Match performance. Also arriving at the club is Brad
  
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• Moretto: Roma nearing agreement with Summerville

  17-07-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Moretto: Roma nearing agreement with SummervilleCrysencio Summerville is closer to joining Roma than yesterday. The Dutchman, who missed out on Mason Greenwood, has become Gian Piero Gasperini’s top target to strengthen his attack. After contacts with his agents in recent days, the first crucial turning point in the negotiations has arrived. According to Matteo Moretto, the attacking winger has opened his heart to a move to Roma. The player is currently on vacation following the Netherland
  
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• Real Madrid defender rejects approach from Chelsea hoping to prove his worth to Mourinho

  17-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid defender rejects approach from Chelsea hoping to prove his worth to MourinhoJose Mourinho has arrived at Real Madrid with the sole objective of returning the team to their former glory. His transfer moves so far, on that front, signal that he sees the defence as the biggest problem.The Portuguese manager has already signed Ibrahima Konate at centre-back, Marc Cucurella at left-back and Denzel Dumfries at right-back. He is now further pushing for another central defensive signing.Give
  
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• Aston Villa sign defender Harviken from Juventus

  17-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa have signed Norway international Mathilde Harviken from Juventus.The defender made almost 50 appearances for the Italian club after joining in January 2025 and featured in the Women's Champions League.She helped Juventus win the Serie A title and Coppa Italia during the 2024-25 season and the inaugural Serie A Women's Cup in 2025.Harviken began her career in Norway with FL Fart and Roa IL before joining Rosenborg in 2022, where she went on to make over 80 appearances."It's a really g
  
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• Defender Esteve leaves Burnley to join RB Leipzig

  17-07-2026 11:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Maxime Esteve has left Burnley after two and a half years [Shutterstock]Former France Under-21s defender Maxime Esteve has left Burnley to join Bundesliga club RB Leipzig.Burnley have agreed a reported fee of £27.3m for Esteve, two years after they paid Montpellier £10.2m to make his loan permanent.Esteve, 24, was a big success at Turf Moor and key to their 2024-25 Championship-winning campaign under Scott Parker, playing all 46 league games.The 6ft 4in centre-half initially joined B
  
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• West Ham United re-sign defender Cascarino

  17-07-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham United re-sign defender CascarinoWest Ham United have re-signed defender Estelle Cascarino on a permanent basis.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Hammers this morning.The 29-year-old joins West Ham United from Italian Serie A Athora club Juventus. She has signed a three-year deal at The Chigwell Construction Stadium.Cascarino enjoyed a successful loan spell with West Ham United in the second half of last season. She made 12 appearances f
  
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• Liverpool have missed the chance to sign defender for €60m

  17-07-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool have missed the chance to sign defender for €60mNico Schlotterbeck Injury Latest as Liverpool Transfer Clause Window ClosesLiverpool’s long-running interest in Nico Schlotterbeck has met a fresh complication after the Borussia Dortmund defender was ruled out for the remainder of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a serious ankle injury.The Germany international suffered the problem against Ivory Coast after an early challenge with Amad Diallo. He carried on until half-time before
  
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• 'I'd love a trip to Transnistria' - excitement for club football's return

  17-07-2026 11:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]With pre-season officially in full swing, we asked you to tell us what you're looking forward to about club football returning.Here are some of your replies:Ross: I'm really looking forward to seeing how Bournemouth will cope in Europe and if the club will invest in more players. If they don't invest, how will the players do with playing a few times a week? It will be interesting to see if the new manager keeps a similar style or changes from Andoni Iraola's very high-pressing
  
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• Manzambi could be a 'great signing' - Thompson

  17-07-2026 11:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former Aston Villa forward Garry Thompson believes Johan Manzambi could be a "great signing" for Villa as they close in on deals for the Swiss international and Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes.Manzambi lit up the World Cup with his nation - scoring three goals and providing two assists as Switzerland made the quarter-finals - and looks set to make the move to Villa Park this summer.Gomes also looks close to making the switch to join Unai Emery's side with a £38m deal close to be
  
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• How have missed targets affected Newcastle's summer rebuild?

  17-07-2026 11:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Victor Munoz and Johan Manzambi have been part of the Spain and Switzerland squads respectively at the World Cup [Getty Images]Newcastle United could have looked very different.Had the club got their way, Johan Manzambi, Victor Munoz and Hugo Ekitike would all be wearing black and white by now.But these players, and a handful of other top targets, have looked elsewhere in the past 12 months.Manzambi has his sights set on a move to Aston Villa, who, unlike Newcastle, can offer Champions League fo
  
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• Report: Arsenal interested in move for Premier League defender

  17-07-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal interested in move for Premier League defenderArsenal Agree Christos Tzolis Deal as Saliba Fitness Concern Shapes Transfer PlansArsenal are moving quickly in the market, with the Guardian reporting that a deal worth up to €40m, £34m, has been agreed with Club Brugge for Christos Tzolis. The Greece international is poised to arrive as the replacement for Leandro Trossard, whose move to Besiktas for €18m, £15.3m, was confirmed this week.While an official bid h
  
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• Inter face pressure from Liverpool & Newcastle in race for Spurs defender Spence

  17-07-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter face pressure from Liverpool & Newcastle in race for Spurs defender SpenceInter have identified Djed Spence as a candidate to fill their vacancy on the right flank, but the Nerazzurri face stiff Premier League competition for the Tottenham defender.According to TEAMtalk, via CalcioMercato.it, Inter have made a concrete approach to Spence’s agents in an effort to bring the England international to Cristian Chivu, and the 25-year-old, who does not feature in Roberto De Zerbi’
  
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• Barcelona captain has no intention of leaving, will return to pre-season training on Monday

  17-07-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona captain has no intention of leaving, will return to pre-season training on MondayHansi Flick’s pre-season with Barcelona began last Monday, and the manager has been overseeing the team’s preparation with the limited players at his disposal.One of the regular first-team stars who arrived at the club facilities that day to undergo his medicals was Ronald Araujo and he also took the opportunity to meet his teammates and greet them at the beginning of training.The player also v
  
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• Who is Meunier?

  17-07-2026 11:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  French football expert Baptiste Reynaud has told Total Sport all about new Black Cats signing of Thomas Meunier.The 34-year-old defender has joined on a two-year deal, having been a free agent following his departure from Lille.Reynaud said: "I think he's a great signing when you consider he is a free transfer. His experience and versatility makes for a good signing. It's a low risk investment. "He has said he's still ambitious and wants to join an ambitious club. He said he wants to play until
  
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• Official | Pablo Pagis joins Paris FC from Lorient

  17-07-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Pablo Pagis joins Paris FC from LorientParis FC’s transfer window is continuing apace with the club confirming the arrival of Pablo Pagis (23) from FC Lorient.Pagis enjoyed a breakthrough campaign at Lorient last season. The playmaker scored 10 goals and registered five assists in 32 games in all competitions and attracted interest from several clubs in Ligue 1.Three signings in a week at Paris FCPagis stated a desire to remain in his native France and he has now made a move to
  
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• Gasperini furious after details of Roma’s Celik agreement revealed

  17-07-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini furious after details of Roma’s Celik agreement revealedThe full picture of Zeki Celik’s stunning switch to Juventus has emerged, and it makes painful reading in the capital, Roma had gone as far as booking the defender’s flights and scheduling his medical for Friday before the Bianconeri struck.According to La Gazzetta dello Sport and Tuttosport, as relayed by SportMediaset, Roma’s renewal talks had recovered from an early freeze, Celik had initially sought aro
  
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