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• Arsenal not interested in Kone despite transfer links

  16-06-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal not interested in Kone despite transfer linksManu Koné could be sacrificed on the altar of capital gains by June 30th to comply with the settlement agreement. Roma values ​​the French midfielder at around €50 million, a figure that would alienate clubs with limited financial strength. This morning, the 2001-born player was strongly linked with Arsenal, who reportedly already have an agreement with the player’s agent. As Matteo Moretto reports, however, there
  
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• Barcelona prepared to facilitate summer exit as forgotten star looks for solution beyond La Liga

  18-06-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona prepared to facilitate summer exit as forgotten star looks for solution beyond La LigaInaki Pena’s time at Barcelona appears to be drawing to a close, with the goalkeeper keen to settle his future before the club’s pre-season preparations begin next month.The 27-year-old has now accepted that he is not part of Hansi Flick’s plans for the upcoming campaign, and with Barcelona’s goalkeeping hierarchy already defined, a summer exit is increasingly viewed as the mos
  
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• 📲 Thursday's schedule: Copa second round starts with four matches

  18-06-2026 08:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📲 Thursday's schedule: Copa second round starts with four matchesWORLD CUP1:00 PM - Czechia vs South Africa - YouTube (CazéTV)
  4:00 PM - Switzerland vs Bosnia - Globo, SBT, SporTV, NSports, Globoplay (GE TV) and YT (CazéTV)
  7:00 PM - Canada vs Qatar - YouTube (CazéTV)
  10:00 PM - Mexico vs South Korea - Globo, SporTV and YouTube (CazéTV)
  BRASILEIRÃO - SERIE B9:00 PM - Sport vs Atlético-GO - Disney+MLS Next Pro8:00 PM – Connecticut United vs
  
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• World Cup 2026: Golden boot battle heats up, Ronaldo off to frustrating start, Spain called for calm

  18-06-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup 2026: Golden boot battle heats up, Ronaldo off to frustrating start, Spain called for calmRecords have already started falling, stars are laying down their markers and the opening days of the 2026 FIFA World Cup have left plenty to unpack.Not all heavy hitters have lived up to expectations, though, with several favourites already stumbling out of the gate.Read on, as we revisit several key talking points.Golden Boot race to go down to the wireFormer Paris Saint-Germain teammates Kylian
  
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• Perez ready to push to sign Olise for Real Madrid despite €200m Bayern rebuff

  18-06-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Perez ready to push to sign Olise for Real Madrid despite €200m Bayern rebuffReal Madrid president Florentino Perez is determined to sign Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise despite the Bundesliga champions making it clear they have no intention of entertaining offers.Per Mundo Deportivo, Olise is viewed as one of the club’s dream Galactico signings after an outstanding campaign in which he bagged 22 goals and 31 assists in 57 appearances.The France international is bolstering his rep
  
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• Arsenal ready bid to sign PSG star Bradley Barcola

  18-06-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal ready bid to sign PSG star Bradley BarcolaArsenal are stepping up their pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola. According to The Independent, the Gunners are ready to submit a formal offer for the Frenchman.Arsenal are determined to strengthen Mikel Arteta’s attack this summer, with Barcola emerging as one of the club’s leading targets following another impressive campaign.Despite being behind Khvicha Kvaratskhelia in the pecking order, he still managed 13 goal
  
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• ‘I hope it’s nothing more’ – Tuchel sweating over Rice fitness after Arsenal man complained about discomfort as England beat Croatia 4-2

  18-06-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘I hope it’s nothing more’ – Tuchel sweating over Rice fitness after Arsenal man complained about discomfort as England beat Croatia 4-2England midfielder Declan Rice played a key role as England claimed a 4-2 victory over Croatia in their opening Group L game.Rice bagged an assist after delivering a stellar corner-kick that Harry Kane converted with precision.The Arsenal star recorded 52 touches, played four key passes, won 2/4 duels, recovered the ball four times, and m
  
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• Thomas Tuchel urges Fifa to intervene after England national anthem ‘ruined’

  18-06-2026 08:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel has called on Fifa to intervene after complaining that photographers “ruined” what was an “emotional moment” of his first England national anthem at a World Cup.The England manager claimed a “scrum” of photographers blocked his view of his players singing "God Save The King" before their tournament opener against Croatia. Tuchel, who guided England to a 4-2 victory on the night, expressed his frustration following the match at the AT&T Stadiu
  
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• Report: Man United set to battle Spurs in the race for World Cup star

  18-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Man United set to battle Spurs in the race for World Cup starMan United Eye Summerville as £50m Transfer Race BuildsSummerville Interest Grows After West Ham RelegationManchester United’s summer is beginning to take shape, and TEAMtalk’s report that the club have made formal enquiries for Crysencio Summerville feels like the sort of story that says plenty about where the market is moving.The West Ham United winger, valued at around £50 million, appears increasingl
  
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• Here we go – Liverpool hijack deal for former Real Madrid ace, club to retain buy-back clause

  18-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Here we go – Liverpool hijack deal for former Real Madrid ace, club to retain buy-back clauseFormer Real Madrid player Munoz is participating in the ongoing FIFA World Cup representing Spain, and his future has been a serious matter of discussion on the transfer market.The player played at Osasuna last season and shone bright, earning a World Cup call-up and links with a big-money move this summer. Real Madrid reserves a buy-back clause but opted not to use it this summer.Newcastle United,
  
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• Barcelona remain confident of landing La Liga forward as player pushes for Camp Nou move

  18-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona remain confident of landing La Liga forward as player pushes for Camp Nou moveBarcelona continue to view Julian Alvarez as one of their top transfer targets and remain convinced that a deal can still be completed despite the challenges involved in negotiating with Atletico Madrid.According to Mundo Deportivo, the Catalan giants have not changed their stance on the Argentine forward and continue to believe there is a realistic path towards bringing him to Hansi Flick’s project.&nb
  
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• Inside the England dressing room and Thomas Tuchel’s team-talk that sparked World Cup win over Croatia

  18-06-2026 07:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel didn’t scream and shout at his players at half-time, although he must have resisted a mighty urge after watching them twice squander the lead against Croatia in their World Cup opener in Dallas. England went out of their way to help their opponents back into the game, parting like the Red Sea for Croatia’s first and standing like statues as the second unfolded around them. “We took the decision to go backwards on and off the ball, so we played way too many balls b
  
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• Feyenoord Turn to Ex-Liverpool Assistant After Van Persie Exit

  18-06-2026 07:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Feyenoord Turn to Ex-Liverpool Assistant After Van Persie ExitFeyenoord Bring Giovanni van Bronckhorst Back to RotterdamFeyenoord have moved decisively after the end of the Robin van Persie era, confirming Giovanni van Bronckhorst as their new head coach.It is a return loaded with logic, emotion and expectation. For Feyenoord, Giovanni van Bronckhorst is not simply a familiar name. He is a former player, a title-winning manager and someone who understands the particular rhythm of De Kuip.Van Per
  
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• 'If we lose, we lose in our way' - how Tuchel inspired 'fearful' England

  18-06-2026 07:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England players were on the receiving end of a half-time reproach from manager Thomas Tuchel as their World Cup campaign got off to a victorious start against Croatia.Harry Kane's double and a goal apiece from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford ensured England secured a 4-2 win in Dallas.But having taken the lead twice in the first half, the score was 2-2 at half-time and captain Kane said Tuchel delivered an important half-time message to the team."I thought it was a game of two halves. In the
  
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• 🎥 Colombia dominate Uzbekistan, Luis Diaz is 🪄! Ghana edge Panama late!

  18-06-2026 07:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Colombia dominate Uzbekistan, Luis Diaz is 🪄! Ghana edge Panama late!Colombia made no mistake on their debut and, led by their star Luis Diaz, who provided a goal and an assist, beat Uzbekistan at Mexico City Stadium. With this win, the South Americans moved to the top of Group K, helped by Portugal’s draw with the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Want to stay up to date on everything happening in the USA, Mexico and Canada? Don’t forget to bookmark the World
  
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• Keep, loan and sell - the Albion Unlimited view

  18-06-2026 07:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]In recent weeks, we asked you which Brighton players you would choose to keep, loan and sell this summer transfer window and now BBC Radio Sussex have had their say. Host of the Albion Unlimited podcast Johnny Cantor, floated numerous names for each category alongside former Brighton striker Warren Aspinall, but has ultimately settled on these three players."I am going to keep Olivier Boscagli," Cantor said. "I think he could be a really good player. I know he's spoken to me quite
  
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• Roma fined by UEFA for breaching settlement parameters

  18-06-2026 07:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma fined by UEFA for breaching settlement parametersUEFA has released an update on the situation of the clubs included in the Settlement Agreement, including Roma. The document published by the European body reviews the financial results achieved by the monitored clubs over the last financial year. Regarding the Giallorossi club, the review covers the financial year ending in 2025 and the objectives set out in the agreement signed with UEFA.The statement released by UEFA states: “With re
  
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• Forget Yan Diomande, Liverpool need this 85-goal machine instead

  18-06-2026 07:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Forget Yan Diomande, Liverpool need this 85-goal machine insteadYan Diomande is one of the main players to have been linked with a Liverpool switch this summer. Ever since Mohamed Salah's outburst, links with new right-wingers started to emerge with Diomande's performances making him a massive priority for the Anfield outfit.Initially, Liverpool were quoted around £85 million for his transfer but, as the season went on, he only got better which led to many more clubs being linked with an i
  
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• Fifa responds to reports of fans getting into England v Croatia without a ticket

  18-06-2026 07:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa says it is unaware at this stage of any fans getting into England’s opening World Cup match against Croatia without tickets.Reports, citing eyewitnesses at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, said scores of fans had breached security and entered the venue without any sort of check.One witness told Mail Sport: “There were big gaps at the side of the ticket barriers and people just strolled through. There were volunteers who were basically old ladies and they weren’t stopp
  
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• 'One of the pearls of Spanish football' - Reds close to Munoz deal

  18-06-2026 07:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]Liverpool are set to sign winger Victor Munoz from Osasuna after triggering his 40m euro (£34.6m) release clause.Munoz, 22, is part of Spain's World Cup squad - and it is understood that Liverpool have staff in the United States to conduct his medical.Newcastle were in talks to sign Munoz, after they sold Anthony Gordon to Barcelona, but Liverpool have won the race.Munoz will become Liverpool's first signing since Andoni Iraola replaced Arne Slot as head coach earlier th
  
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• Hull City could face points deduction in the Premier League

  18-06-2026 07:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull City could face points deduction in the Premier LeagueHull City secured their return to the Premier League after winning the Championship play-off final against Middlesbrough.However, that achievement comes with a downside, with BBC reporting that the Tigers could be handed a point deduction for financial infringements.Hull are expected to pocket a staggering £200 million after securing promotion through the play-offs.Yet the Tigers are still in a precarious position, needing to raise
  
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• One potential departure from Manchester City could create an issue of its own

  18-06-2026 07:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  One potential departure from Manchester City could create an issue of its ownIt has been reported that the future of Ruben Dias attempted Manchester City is in doubt. Sam Lee has reported for The Athletic that Real Madrid have an interest in signing Manchester City’s defensive leader, who is thought to be a player that could leave City this summer. It remains to be seen if Real Madrid will pursue a move for Ruben Dias this summer. However, if City did sell Dias, it would create a leadershi
  
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• World Cup panic meter: Brazil, Spain and Portugal all dropped points. Who should be most concerned?

  18-06-2026 07:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  All 48 teams have played one game at this World Cup, meaning it’s time to overreact to 90 minutes of soccer!Entering the tournament, six teams formed the top tier of favorites. Three of those teams won as expected in their openers, with the star of each scoring at least two goals in a multiple-goal win against a team considered second- or third-best in the group.France got two goals from Kylian Mbappé in a 3-1 win over Senegal. Lionel Messi’s hat trick powered Argentina’
  
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• From one to 48 - every World Cup team ranked after first game

  18-06-2026 07:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Argentina kicked off their World Cup defence with an emphatic win - but are not the best side at this World Cup so far, according to our BBC Sport experts.We've brought together a small team of journalists who, between them, have watched every side's opening game.And they have ranked all 48 teams at the tournament, from first to last.Do you agree with their decisions? Make your comments below.1-101. FranceGroup I. Beat Senegal 3-1.Lived up to pre-tournament hype with rampant second
  
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• 🎥 Bellingham's really feeling it: England fans bring goosebumps!

  18-06-2026 07:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Bellingham's really feeling it: England fans bring goosebumps!Is this it? Will the World Cup trophy really come to England this summer?The Three Lions’ opening match was certainly promising. Against Croatia, Thomas Tuchel’s team delivered a strong performance and won 4–2.Harry Kane and co. very deservedly received applause from their once again numerous traveling fans after the match.The stadium DJ also showed perfect instinct in that moment, playing the absolute bang
  
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• 🎙️ We can face any rival: the best of Aguirre's press conference

  18-06-2026 06:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎙️ We can face any rival: the best of Aguirre's press conferenceThe Mexican National Team faces its second Group A match at the 2026 World Cup. After beating South Africa 2-0 in its opener, El Tri will take on South Korea this Thursday, June 18, at Guadalajara Stadium. Despite the excitement of the home fans, head coach Javier Aguirre urged caution.
  “Vasco’s” message and analysis of the opponentAt the pre-match press conference, the Mexican manager stressed the i
  
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• How Jude Bellingham won over Thomas Tuchel to become England’s World Cup No 10

  18-06-2026 06:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As Jude Bellingham walked off the pitch, a familiar tune rang out from the public address system inside the giant Dallas Stadium. England fans sang along to “Hey Jude” as Bellingham walked towards the tunnel, waving to the crowd, embracing his teammates, taking the adulation in his stride.This was ostensibly Harry Kane’s night, scoring two goals which took him level with Gary Lineker’s tally of 10 at World Cups. But perhaps the evening meant more to Bellingham, a player w
  
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• ☕️🥐 FC breakfast: Giroud 👏 shock in Norway 🥵 Da Fonseca 🇦🇷

  18-06-2026 06:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ☕️🥐 FC breakfast: Giroud 👏 shock in Norway 🥵 Da Fonseca 🇦🇷Olivier Giroud’s class 👏After being stripped of the title of the all-time top scorer for Les Bleus, Olivier Giroud sent a little message to Kylian Mbappé via LOSC’s Twitter account. Nice!Da Fonseca loses it over Messi’s hat-trick 😅You may have missed it in the middle of the night, but during Messi’s hat-trick with Argentina against Algeria,
  
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• 😱 CR7: horror numbers, is he still an asset for Portugal? 🇵🇹

  18-06-2026 06:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱 CR7: horror numbers, is he still an asset for Portugal? 🇵🇹Cristiano Ronaldo wasn’t obliged to answer Messi, or at least he didn’t have to do it with a hat-trick: pulling it off would have been even more epochal than what we saw in Argentina-Algeria. 
  But from his pride, hidden yet never completely so, we were all expecting something more. And surely CR7 himself had imagined this Portugal-DR Congo match differently: like those skiers who mime the entire
  
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• From a chance birth in Brooklyn to the World Cup: Folarin Balogun’s American story

  18-06-2026 06:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  IRVINE, Calif. — First things first: Folarin Balogun did not end up watching Netflix after his two-goal World Cup debut, after all."I couldn't find anything good to watch," he said in a Yahoo Sports interview Monday.So no Netflix, as he had suggested he would do upon returning to the USMNT's oceanside resort following the 4-1 romp over Paraguay on Friday at SoFi Stadium.And no collective reveling, either."We're still in camp and we're still focusing on the next game," he said. "We're in an
  
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