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• Arsenal World Cup star absent from training again

  13-07-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal World Cup star absent from training againWilliam Saliba has missed another France training session ahead of their World Cup semi-final against Spain, as he continues to follow a modified training schedule.Photo by Lars Baron/Getty ImagesL’Equipe report that William Saliba was absent from France’s training session on Saturday, the latest in a number of training absences for the Arsenal man during this World Cup tournament.L’Equipe claim Saliba has been following a modifi
  
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• GOAT Debate: Baggio chooses Messi over Maradona and Pelé, Materazzi backs Ronaldo

  14-07-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  GOAT Debate: Baggio chooses Messi over Maradona and Pelé, Materazzi backs RonaldoItaly legend Roberto Baggio feels Lionel Messi is better than Pelé and Diego Armando Maradona ‘for what he’s been doing for 20 years’, while Marco Materazzi picks ‘the real’ Ronaldo.Baggio and Materazzi joined other football legends for a debate on football, including the best player of all time.Baggio picks Messi over Maradona and PeléThe former Azzurri stars were
  
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• 2026 World Cup | Which Spain players could pose a threat to France?

  14-07-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  2026 World Cup | Which Spain players could pose a threat to France?Star player Lamine Yamal will be the centre of attention at his first World Cup. The teenager will celebrate his 19th birthday on 13 July, the day before the semi-finals get under way, and yet his immense talent means he will carry the hopes of a nation on his shoulders. Cheeky and creative, the winger plays like he’s just having a kickabout with his mates but has become a natural leader within the national team alread
  
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• 2026 World Cup | What can France expect from Spain?

  14-07-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  2026 World Cup | What can France expect from Spain?Spain are one of the big favourites in North America this summer – and the squad that Luis de la Fuente has picked has only reinforced that. He has a well balanced and competitive group that believes in the sort of football that has already yielded great success. The European champions are dreaming of stitching a second star above their crest.Much of the media focus has inevitably fallen on Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, whose imagination
  
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• 2026 World Cup | Who are France’s opponent, Spain?

  14-07-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  2026 World Cup | Who are France’s opponent, Spain?France’s opponents in the Semi-finals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup are Spain. We look at the players that comprise their squad. Unai SimónDOB: 11 June 1997Club: Athletic ClubPosition: GoalkeeperOne of Luis de la Fuente’s biggest achievements has been the consistency in goal – despite not being so sure about Simón at youth level. Antonio Sivera got the nod in the first game of the 2019 Under-21 Euros, which
  
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• Pep Guardiola in conversation for National Team role months after Manchester City exit

  14-07-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pep Guardiola in conversation for National Team role months after Manchester City exitFormer Man City boss Pep Guardiola is among the favourites to take over as the Italy managerGuardiola won 20 trophies at the Etihad Stadium across 10 years before leaving Man City in MayCatalan seen as a dream candidate for the Italian Football Federation but doubts loom over wagesFormer Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has been the subject of discussions around the vacancy for the Italy national team job,
  
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• 'The ultimate goal is clear and it is the way it should be'

  14-07-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Xabi Alonso is Chelsea's sixth permanent manager in four years under the club's American owners BlueCo, led by Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital.His predecessors Enzo Maresca and Liam Rosenior held the title of head coach rather than manager.Alonso arrives with the loftier title of manager, which insiders say is not insignificant, though he will still have to work with the five-strong sporting director team on recruiting players.Asked whether being given that title was important in
  
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• Who is Ivan Barton? France v Spain referee for World Cup semi-final

  14-07-2026 10:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Referee Ivan Barton will take charge of the World Cup semi-final between Spain and France in Dallas.The Salvadoran official has earned a prestige appointment for the mouthwatering meeting of European heavyweights as the first place in the final is settled.Born in Santa Ana, El Salvador’s second largest city, Barton has previously worked as a professor of organic chemistry after earning a degree in chemical sciences at university.The 35-year-old is a regular in Concacaf’s biggest tour
  
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• Tuesday decides the first World Cup finalist, see the schedule 📲

  14-07-2026 10:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tuesday decides the first World Cup finalist, see the schedule 📲Today's highlights 🔥World Cup16:00 – France vs Spain – CazéTV, Disney+ Premium
  Champions League (playoffs)13:00 – Inter Club d'Escaldes vs Lincoln Red Imps FC – OneFootball PPV14:00 – Riga FC vs Ararat Armenia – OneFootball PPV16:00 – Shamrock Rovers vs Floriana – OneFootball PPVThis article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the
  
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• Gossip: Stoke man sought by Lyon

  14-07-2026 10:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Stoke and South Korea midfielder Bae Junho, 22, is a target for Ligue 1 side Lyon, with just a year left on his contract. (FootMercato - In French)Want more transfer news from the EFL? Take a look at Tuesday's gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Gossip: Saints target strikers

  14-07-2026 10:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Sporting, Wolves and Southampton have all had approaches turned down for Tottenham's 21-year-old striker Will Lankshear. He has represented England at youth level and spent last season on loan at Oxford United. (Football.London)Sporting, Wolves and Southampton have all had approaches turned down for Tottenham's 21-year-old striker Will Lankshear. He has represented England at youth level and spent last season on loan at Oxford United. (Football.London)Southampton are set to battle Premier L
  
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• A painful case of deja vu for Magpies

  14-07-2026 10:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Aston Villa are working on a deal for Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi, as they attempt to hijack a move to Newcastle United.Newcastle had appeared to be in pole position to sign Manzambi in a deal worth in the region of £50m, but BBC Sport previously reported the club had been a little cautious given the interest from elsewhere.This is a painful case of deja vu.It was just a few weeks ago that Newcastle lost out on another top target, Victor Munoz, who opted to join Liverp
  
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• Sporting Lisbon emerge as possible destination for exit-bound Barcelona youngster

  14-07-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sporting Lisbon emerge as possible destination for exit-bound Barcelona youngsterBarcelona knew this moment was coming.When the club completed the signings of Anthony Gordon and is now closing in on Karim Adeyemi, it became increasingly clear that not every attacker would have a realistic pathway into Hansi Flick’s plans. One of the biggest casualties of that reshuffle has been Roony Bardghji, whose future now appears to lie away from Spotify Camp Nou.The Swedish winger remains one of
  
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• Gossip: Wolves eye striker while another could leave

  14-07-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Sporting, Wolves and Southampton have all had approaches turned down for Tottenham's 21-year-old striker Will Lankshear. He has represented England at youth level and spent last season on loan at Oxford United. (Football.London)Fiorentina are hoping to complete a deal for 25-year-old Wolves striker Tolu Arokodare, with the Nigerian not part of Wanderers' first pre-season squad. (Fabrizio Romano)Want more transfer news from the EFL? Take a look at Tuesday's gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• 'Everyone will talk about Messi... but we have so much ability' - Pickford

  14-07-2026 10:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford says England have "mentality in abundance" and are "ready for the challenge" of playing reigning world champions Argentina for a place in Sunday's World Cup final.The Three Lions face the holders in Atlanta on Wednesday (20:00 BST), with the other semi-final between France and Spain taking place on Tuesday (20:00)."We have the togetherness and mentality to play against a top nation," said Pickford. "It's always a competitive game and we look at th
  
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• Gossip: One winger in, one out for Hammers?

  14-07-2026 10:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Turkish giants Besiktas have joined West Ham in the race to sign Leicester and Ghana winger Abdul Fatawu, 22. (Pete O'Rourke)Hammers winger Crysencio Summerville, 24, has emerged as a target for Serie A side Roma after impressing with the Netherlands at the World Cup. (Gianluca Di Marzio - in Italian)Want more transfer news from the EFL? Take a look at Tuesday's gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Three Real Madrid players who could lose their starting spots under Jose Mourinho

  14-07-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three Real Madrid players who could lose their starting spots under Jose MourinhoEvery new manager arrives with fresh ideas, but Jose Mourinho has never been one to make compromises. At Real Madrid, the Portuguese coach is set to influence the team in his own image, rewarding players he believes can deliver immediately rather than relying on reputations or transfer fees.That approach could produce some uncomfortable decisions before a ball has even been kicked in the new La Liga season.Acco
  
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• 🚨 Reports: only one cost more, German second-tier keeper joins CL club

  14-07-2026 10:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Reports: only one cost more, German second-tier keeper joins CL clubHertha coach Stefan Leitl had called for a decision, and that decision now appears to have been made. Tjark Ernst is apparently set to leave the capital club and join a Champions League team. As reported by both 'Bild' and Florian Plettenberg of 'Sky', the goalkeeper is joining Feyenoord. The fee for the 23-year-old is said to be five million euros.  That would make him the second-most expensiv
  
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• Barcelona’s new signings leave highly-rated winger without a future under Flick

  14-07-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona’s new signings leave highly-rated winger without a future under FlickBarcelona’s summer recruitment drive has enhanced Hansi Flick’s attacking options ahead of the new season, but every arrival inevitably creates another selection dilemma. While the spotlight has largely focused on the signings of Anthony Gordon and Karim Adeyemi, the club’s newly built frontline has also left one of its most promising young talents searching for a new path.Roony Bardghji,
  
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• Oldham bring in defender Delaney

  14-07-2026 09:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ryan Delaney has had spells with nine different clubs in the EFL [Shutterstock]Oldham Athletic have signed defender Ryan Delaney on a one-year deal.The 29-year-old Irishman was a free agent after being released by Swindon earlier this summer.He ended last season on loan with Newport County and scored once in 17 appearances to help them avoid relegation from League Two."I've been fortunate to gain a lot of experience over the years, playing in the EFL and coming through different situations at di
  
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• Fiorentina reach verbal agreement for 19-year-old Real Madrid starlet

  14-07-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fiorentina reach verbal agreement for 19-year-old Real Madrid starletSky Sport Italia reports that Fiorentina have reached a verbal agreement with Real Madrid to sign 19-year-old defender Víctor Valdepeñas.Fiorentina are close to completing their fifth summer signing as, according to Sky Sport Italia transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, the Viola have reached a verbal agreement with Real Madrid for versatile defender Valdepeñas.Fiorentina close to signing Valdepeñas fr
  
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• Leicester's Kristiansen loaned to Panathinaikos

  14-07-2026 09:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kristiansen joined Leicester for £17m in 2023 when they were in the Premier League [Getty Images]Leicester City defender Victor Kristiansen has left the League One side for a season-long loan with Greek top-flight side Panathinaikos.The 23-year-old's move comes after an injury-hit season at King Power Stadium, with a knee injury limiting him to just six appearances as the Foxes slumped to relegation from the Championship.The Denmark international joined Leicester City when they were in the
  
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• Report: Chelsea ready to submit £21m offer for La Liga star

  14-07-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Chelsea ready to submit £21m offer for La Liga starChelsea Step Up Pep Chavarria Pursuit as Rayo Vallecano Talks Near Key StageChelsea are accelerating their move for Pep Chavarria, with fresh negotiations underway between the Premier League club and Rayo Vallecano over a deal for the Spanish left-back. According to Marca, Chelsea are now preparing an improved proposal that could reach €25 million once fixed payments and bonuses are included.The 27-year-old is understood to ha
  
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• Real Madrid Galactico signing told to reject renewal with current club if he wants Santiago Bernabeu move – report

  14-07-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid Galactico signing told to reject renewal with current club if he wants Santiago Bernabeu move – reportReal Madrid’s long-standing admiration for Michael Olise refuses to fade, even with Bayern Munich maintaining that the French attacker is not for sale. The Bundesliga champions remain determined to keep one of their most influential players, but a recent report has added fresh twist to a transfer story that continues to attract attention across Europe.According to To
  
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• Gary Neville reveals which Liverpool star he would sign for Man United

  14-07-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gary Neville reveals which Liverpool star he would sign for Man UnitedRyan Gravenberch Named as Manchester United’s Dream Midfield SigningGary Neville has identified Ryan Gravenberch as the Liverpool player he would take to strengthen Manchester United this summer. It is a blunt assessment, and it tells you plenty about where United still look short.United spent heavily before the 2025/26 campaign, bringing in Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo for around £200 million. Th
  
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• Today’s Papers – Pirlo Italy gamble, Roma push for Garnacho

  14-07-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers – Pirlo Italy gamble, Roma push for GarnachoGazzettaPirlo gamble: Maldini and Leonardo consider a surprise coachEx-coach of Juve and Samp, now he works in Dubai. Malagò: ‘Guardiola? You need to be compatible.’Inter: Khalaili deal falls through, now they chase SpenceMilan, there’s Ramos with the No.9, Amorim at full speedJuve, offer made for Kessié, Roma want Garnacho and MoreiraFinal assaultFrance favourite, but Spain await YamalCorriere
  
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• Real Madrid’s stance on Michael Olise summer transfer – Romano

  14-07-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid’s stance on Michael Olise summer transfer – RomanoReal Madrid have already strengthened several areas of their squad this summer, but the club is not done yet. Even with Bayern Munich insisting that Michael Olise is not for sale, the Spanish giants are continuing to monitor one of Europe’s most exciting attacking talents in case the transfer landscape changes.According to Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid have not made a formal move for the French international yet
  
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• Eastleigh sign midfielder Dickov after trial

  14-07-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Max Dickov played 19 times for Mansfield Town in all competitions last season [Getty Images]Eastleigh have signed attacking midfielder Max Dickov after a successful trial.The 24-year-old started the Spitfires' friendly against Horsham on Friday and has agreed a permanent deal with the National League side.Dickov, the son of former Manchester City and Arsenal player Paul, joins the club after leaving Mansfield Town, having also had a loan spell at Tranmere Rovers in the second half of last season
  
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• London City's Asllani to sign one-year extension

  14-07-2026 09:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kosovare Asllani joined London City Lionesses from AC Milan in June 2024 [Getty Images]London City Lionesses captain Kosovare Asllani is set to sign a one-year contract extension despite suffering a serious injury.The club confirmed in March that the Sweden international suffered a "complex multi-ligament injury", including an anterior cruciate ligament rupture.The 36-year-old faces a battle to return next season and her current contract was due to expire this summer.However, BBC Sport understan
  
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• Beyond the World Cup... The 5️⃣ stories shaping Tuesday

  14-07-2026 09:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Beyond the World Cup... The 5️⃣ stories shaping TuesdayThe transfer market and preseason preparations are getting underway. We review the five hottest stories in world football that will set the news agenda this summer.Mourinho turns to La FábricaJosé Mourinho begins his new spell at Real Madrid with an eye on the future. The Portuguese coach has called up 16 academy players for the first preseason training session, making it clear he will rely on Madrid’s youth
  
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