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• Arsène Wenger: US soccer development will depend on ‘consistency’ and ‘education’

  16-07-2026 22:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsène Wenger has attended games throughout this summer’s World Cup in his role as Fifa’s head of global football development.Photograph: Eva Marie Uzcategui/FIFA/Getty ImagesArsène Wenger, Fifa’s head of global football development, has said that while the US faced numerous structural obstacles to becoming a real soccer power, many of those obstacles are being addressed by leadership at the US Soccer Federation and Major League Soccer.Speaking Thursday in a round
  
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• Report: Liverpool offered the chance to sign former Arsenal star

  30-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool offered the chance to sign former Arsenal starLiverpool Weigh Takehiro Tomiyasu Move as Crystal Palace Lead Race for Free Agent DefenderLiverpool are assessing the market for defensive cover and Takehiro Tomiyasu has emerged as one of the names under consideration, according to TeamTalk. The situation points to a wider issue at Anfield, where depth across the back line has become a pressing concern ahead of the new campaign.Right-back has been a problem area for months, while t
  
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• Report: Liverpool make first move to sign World Cup midfielder

  30-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool make first move to sign World Cup midfielderLiverpool Transfer Interest in Gilberto Mora Grows as European Giants Circle Mexico WonderkidLiverpool have made direct contact in the race for Gilberto Mora, the highly rated Mexico forward who is rapidly becoming one of the most closely watched young players in the game. According to TeamTalk, the Reds are among a long list of elite clubs tracking the Club Tijuana teenager after a breakthrough rise that accelerated at the 2026 World
  
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• Liverpool’s opening fixture awaits Howe successor after he’s fired by Newcastle

  30-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool’s opening fixture awaits Howe successor after he’s fired by NewcastleEddie Howe leaves Newcastle weeks before Liverpool Premier League openerSudden departure disrupts Newcastle preparationsEddie Howe has left his position as Newcastle United head coach, according to a report from Sky Sports News, creating significant uncertainty at St James’ Park with the new Premier League season rapidly approaching.Talks between Howe and senior Newcastle officials are understood to
  
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• Liverpool receive huge Bradley Barcola boost after Fabrizio Romano’s latest update

  30-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool receive huge Bradley Barcola boost after Fabrizio Romano’s latest updatePSG Move for Maghnes Akliouche Could Open Door for Liverpool to Chase Bradley BarcolaParis Saint-Germain appear to be closing in on Maghnes Akliouche, and that development could have a major impact on Liverpool’s own transfer plans before the window shuts.Akliouche has been at the centre of a lengthy summer pursuit, with Monaco standing firm through several rounds of talks. PSG have seen multiple offers
  
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• Journalist reveals the details of Liverpool’s contract offer for Bradley Barcola

  30-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist reveals the details of Liverpool’s contract offer for Bradley BarcolaLiverpool Ready Bradley Barcola Bid as Iraola Shapes New-Look AttackLiverpool are moving towards a serious attempt to sign Bradley Barcola, and the key point here is simple, this is no speculative link. As first reported by Dominic King for The Telegraph, the club have held encouraging talks with the Paris Saint-Germain winger’s representatives and are now preparing an opening offer.The structure matters.
  
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• Journalist believes Liverpool are closing in on major transfer deal

  30-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist believes Liverpool are closing in on major transfer dealLiverpool Transfer Latest: David Lynch Confident Bradley Barcola Deal Will HappenLiverpool’s pursuit of Bradley Barcola appears to be gathering real momentum, with respected journalist David Lynch expressing growing confidence that a deal with Paris Saint-Germain will eventually be completed.Speaking to Dave Davis on the latest edition of Media Matters for Anfield Index, Lynch outlined why he believes Liverpool remain in a
  
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• Former Liverpool star released by Premier League club

  30-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Liverpool star released by Premier League clubNathaniel Clyne Leaves Crystal Palace as Eagles Enter a New EraCrystal Palace are moving into the 2026-27 season with change sweeping through Selhurst Park. After one of the finest periods in the club’s history, the Eagles are reshaping under Pierre Sage following the end of Oliver Glasner’s tenure, and the squad turnover has already underlined how significant this summer could become.Among the departures, Nathaniel Clyne’s e
  
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• Fabrizio Romano: Another Liverpool deal could be on the cards after Bradley Barcola

  30-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano: Another Liverpool deal could be on the cards after Bradley BarcolaCody Gakpo to Tottenham latest, why Liverpool are unlikely to open the doorTottenham Hotspur retain an interest in Cody Gakpo as they continue work on wide attacking additions this summer, but the current expectation is that Liverpool would be reluctant sellers unless conditions around the market change significantly.Credit for the latest update goes to Fabrizio Romano on the Here We Go Podcast, where he explained
  
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• UEFA boycott only the start? FIFA now faces a worst-case scenario

  30-07-2026 18:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA boycott only the start? FIFA now faces a worst-case scenarioFIFA is facing a worst-case scenario. After world football’s governing body announced plans to sell a minority stake, UEFA took action today.In an official statement, European football’s governing body announced its complete withdrawal from all FIFA-organized competitions, including the World Cup, if FIFA goes through with its plan. More associations could now follow with a boycott very quickly. Sources close to UEFA co
  
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• Slovakian starlet delighted with summer Stuttgart switch from Feyenoord

  30-07-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Slovakian starlet delighted with summer Stuttgart switch from FeyenoordEarlier this week, VfB Stuttgart confirmed the €15 million transfer of Slovakian starlet Leo Sauer from Feyenoord.Upon signing a contract at the German club that runs until June 2031, the 20-year-old spoke with great pride as he looks to convincingly make the competitive step up from the Eredivisie.“It feels great to be part of such a prestigious club”, he beamed. “VfB have a huge profile, a rich tradit
  
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• Find Your Premier League Match Quiz — Who should you support this upcoming season?

  30-07-2026 18:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  So, you fell in love with soccer during the 2026 World Cup this summer, and now you need a Premier League club to watch and support for the new season?MORE — Find Your Premier League Match QuizYou're sharp enough to know that your football club says a lot about you as a person, though, so you want to get this right before it all kicks off on August 21.Do we have just the thing for you: Answer 11 quick questions and we'll tell you the true meaning of life — the Premier League club for
  
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• UEFA announces unanimous boycott of World Cup after reports Gianni Infantino wanted to sell stakes in event

  30-07-2026 18:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA and all of its national associations announced a boycott of the World Cup and all FIFA competitions Thursday. The move came days after it was reported FIFA president Gianni Infantino sought to sell stakes in the event to private investors.The statement made it clear that all UEFA member associations agreed with the decision.“UEFA and its 55 member associations stand as one. We unanimously and unequivocally reject FIFA’s proposal to transfer ownership interests in the World Cup a
  
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• Reds need 'experienced cover at centre-back' for upcoming season

  30-07-2026 18:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]As Liverpool prepare their opening bid for Paris St-Germain's Bradley Barcola, there is "confusion" among Reds fans that they could spend a big chunk of their transfer budget on another forward.PSG value Barcola at about £145m, but Liverpool are hoping to secure the France international's services for closer to £100m.Speaking to BBC Radio Merseyside, Anfield Index Pro's Jim Boardman said: "For one thing, Liverpool's money perhaps needs to be spent on a centre-back."Alth
  
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• Roma new boy Castro sets sights on derby double and hails Gasperini: ‘Proven his worth’

  30-07-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma new boy Castro sets sights on derby double and hails Gasperini: ‘Proven his worth’Santiago Castro has wasted little time outlining his ambitions at Roma, with the new signing dreaming of a derby double against Lazio and lavishing praise on head coach Gian Piero Gasperini.With quotes via Tuttomercatoweb, the Argentine forward, signed from Bologna, gave his first interview to Roma’s official channels, discussing the speed of his move, his admiration for Gasperini and how he
  
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• Report: Carrick interested in bringing Juventus winger Conceicao to Man United

  30-07-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Carrick interested in bringing Juventus winger Conceicao to Man UnitedReports in Italy claim that Manchester United and specifically head coach Michael Carrick are keen to add Juventus winger Francisco Conceicao to their growing list of summer transfer recruits.Report: Manchester United interested in Juventus’s ConceicaoConceicao has spent the last two seasons with Juventus, initially on loan from Porto before signing in a permanent transfer worth €32m with all bonuses and add
  
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• Jack Grealish future unresolved as Saudi and MLS clubs enter Manchester City future saga

  30-07-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jack Grealish future unresolved as Saudi and MLS clubs enter Manchester City future sagaNo decisions have yet been made on where Jack Grealish will play next seasonEverton are interested in another loan deal for the England international from Man CityTentative enquiries have also arrived from other PL clubs as well as sides in MLS and Saudi ArabiaNo decision has been made on Jack Grealish’s Manchester City future, with Everton leading interest in a second loan and tentative enquiries arriv
  
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• Bayern ready to cut Palhinha loose as Juventus and Milan circle

  30-07-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern ready to cut Palhinha loose as Juventus and Milan circleJoão Palhinha’s future lies away from Bayern Munich, and the Portuguese midfielder’s uncertain situation has caught the eye of both Juventus and Milan.According to calciomercato.com, Palhinha is firmly outside Vincent Kompany’s plans in Bavaria after returning from a season-long loan at Tottenham, where he helped Spurs stave off relegation.Now 31, he is seeking a fresh start, and two Serie A sides are among t
  
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• Hogh happy to be at Celtic after trusting 'gut feeling'

  30-07-2026 18:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kasper Hogh says he had to trust his gut when committing to a Celtic move.A record signing for the club, the 25-year-old arrives with the pedigree of an elite-level striker, having scored 54 goals in 103 games for Norwegians Bodo/Glimt, five of which were in last season's Champions League.Many fans had wanted the club to make a move for Hogh for some time, and Hogh admits he had to go with his intuition before penning a four-year deal.The Denmark international, who is set for a debut in Monday's
  
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• UEFA threatens FIFA World Cup boycott over Infantino-led private investment plan

  30-07-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA threatens FIFA World Cup boycott over Infantino-led private investment planUEFA has warned that its 55 member nations will boycott FIFA competitions if president Gianni Infantino pushes ahead with plans to sell ownership stakes in the World Cup to private investors.The stance follows an emergency meeting of Europe’s governing body and is the strongest opposition yet to a proposal that has sparked widespread outrage across world football.UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin chaired the vi
  
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• Inter reach agreement with Tottenham for Cristian Romero, agreement with player missing

  30-07-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter reach agreement with Tottenham for Cristian Romero, agreement with player missingSerie A side Inter have signed John Stones on a free transfer but this hasn’t ruled out their move for Tottenham’s Cristian Romero.Discussions for the player were held before a move for the Englishman was sealed.La Gazzetta dello Sportreport that Inter won’t stop at Stones and still want to sign the Tottenham captain.As a result, they have reached an agreement with the London side for the Arg
  
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• 😱Collateral effect? UEFA seeks backing to oust Infantino from FIFA

  30-07-2026 18:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱Collateral effect? UEFA seeks backing to oust Infantino from FIFAThe rejection of Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in the World Cup goes beyond European borders. Following UEFA’s forceful stance, other international confederations are expected to join the move and decide to boycott upcoming editions of the World Cup, plunging international football into an unprecedented crossroads.An ultimatum before the presidential electionsThe escalating tension has left the FIFA pr
  
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• Inter, Romero deal 🧨 Leão says yes to Turkey, Juve sell 🤑

  30-07-2026 18:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter, Romero deal 🧨 Leão says yes to Turkey, Juve sell 🤑Transfer market, transfer market, and more transfer market. Even without the financial muscle of the other leagues, Serie A remains extremely active these days, as shown by Juventus’ double swoop yesterday afternoon, with Carnevali effectively wrapping up the arrivals of Kolo Muani and Alajbegović.Follow Napoli’s training camp up close! All 5 of the Azzurri’s pre-season friendlies liv
  
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• Report: Newcastle United closing in on £30m signing

  30-07-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United closing in on £30m signingNewcastle Transfer News: Lukáš Horníček Move Makes Sense as Magpies Push for Braga GoalkeeperNewcastle United are doing what sensible clubs do when they want to stay competitive, they are planning ahead. According to Sports Boom, the club are moving closer to a deal for Braga goalkeeper Lukáš Horníček, with a fee of around £30 million being discussed. On the face of it, that number
  
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• Crystal Palace sign Leicester City forward O’Brien

  30-07-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Crystal Palace sign Leicester City forward O’BrienCrystal Palace have completed the permanent signing of Leicester City forward Shannon O’Brien.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Eagles this afternoon.It has been reported that Crystal Palace have paid an undisclosed fee to Leicester City to secure O’Brien’s services. The 24-year-old has signed a three-year deal with the South Londoners.O’Brien joined Leicester City fr
  
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• Ajax’s Fitz-Jim en route to Torino transfer

  30-07-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ajax’s Fitz-Jim en route to Torino transferKian Fitz-Jim is nearing a transfer to Torino for a reported three million euros after Ajax failed to negotiate a new contract.Last winter, Fitz-Jim was close to a Bundesliga switch, but the move ultimately failed to materialise. Around this time, he was in talks about extending his contract in Amsterdam. However, these eventually stalled, and it now looks like he’ll be playing Serie A football this season.Due to the midfielder’s curre
  
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• Elliott ready to take 'second chance' at Liverpool

  30-07-2026 18:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harvey Elliott spent last season on loan at Aston Villa [Getty Images]Harvey Elliott says he is ready for a "second chance" at Liverpool and keen to enjoy his football again after a "tough" loan spell at Aston Villa.Elliott joined Villa last summer on a season-long loan, with a clause in the deal stating Unai Emery's side were obliged to sign him for £35m if he made 10 appearances.Villa decided early in the season they did not want to trigger that option, meaning the 23-year-old played onl
  
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• Roma line up Eintracht Frankfurt’s Jean-Mattéo Bahoya as cheaper alternative to RB Leipzig’s Antonio Nusa

  30-07-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma line up Eintracht Frankfurt’s Jean-Mattéo Bahoya as cheaper alternative to RB Leipzig’s Antonio NusaItalian sports newspaper Corriere dello Sport reports that AS Roma retain a serious interest in RB Leipzig attacker Antonio Nusa, though the German club’s asking price renders a summer transfer difficult. Roma’s interest had already been confirmed by German tabloid Sport Bild. Now, the Italian publication reports, the Serie club is considering Eintracht Frankfur
  
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• Krovinović lands in Porto Alegre to join Grêmio

  30-07-2026 18:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Krovinović lands in Porto Alegre to join GrêmioIn the early hours of Thursday, Croatian midfielder Filip Krovinović arrived in Porto Alegre to report to Grêmio.The player’s arrival fulfills a direct request from head coach Luís Castro. The board’s goal is to give the manager more options and raise the technical level of the position for the rest of the season.Before putting on his boots and taking the field, the new signing already has a first commitment.
  
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• Scottish Premiership is back - here's why you shouldn't miss it

  30-07-2026 18:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How is it so soon?It seems like it was only yesterday traffic cones across Boston were being turned into street art and Billy Gilmour had transformed into a Major League Baseball pitcher.The star-spangled pizazz has only just subsided after the crashing wave of World Cup disappointment for Scotland, but now we're back to the real stuff.The Scottish Premiership, surely the globe's top league for compulsive viewing, returns this Friday. Here's the top takes to hook you back in.What is the magic nu
  
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