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• Atletico Madrid looking at former Man United forward as Barcelona target’s replacement

  02-07-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid looking at former Man United forward as Barcelona target’s replacementBarcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez may have received an important boost after Atletico Madrid began assessing possible replacements for the Argentine forward.According to SPORT, the Madrid club is already exploring alternatives in the market, with Olympique Marseille attacker Mason Greenwood emerging as a player admired by Diego Simeone. The development is significant because Atletico have c
  
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• Official | Manchester City’s Mathys Detourbet joins Monaco

  02-07-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Manchester City’s Mathys Detourbet joins MonacoLast week, Manchester City confirmed the signing of Mathys Detourbet (17) from ESTAC Troyes. The Frenchman has now joined AS Monaco on loan, it has been confirmed. Detourbet was one of the key pillars of an ESTAC side that secured promotion back to Ligue 1. In 27 games in all competitions, he has scored four goals and registered seven assists. The playmaker came through the ranks at Troyes and had been drawing significant interest.&
  
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• Branco van den Boomen to terminate Ajax contract and join Angers

  02-07-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Branco van den Boomen to terminate Ajax contract and join AngersUnder contract with Ajax until 2027, Branco van den Boomen (30) is reported to have terminated his contract with the Amsterdam club, according to information from Mohamed Toubache-Ter.Now a free agent, the Dutchman is expected to sign for Angers SCO – where he was on loan last winter – on a three-year deal, running until 2029.A former Toulouse FC player (23 goals and 45 assists in 121 matches), the midfielder left France
  
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• World Cup 2026: Diogo Jota's memory remains with Portugal squad one year after his death

  02-07-2026 17:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  When Portugal steps on to the pitch at Toronto's BMO Field Thursday night for their World CupRound of 32 matchup against Croatia, they will do so with an extra man in their presence.At the time of kick off, the date will be July 3 in Portugal, which will mark one year since the tragic deaths of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who were killed in a car crash when their Lamborghini went off the road in northern Spain."So many [motivations to win the match], and there's yet this addit
  
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• How is the Wimbledon schedule decided? Your questions answered

  02-07-2026 17:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Like every major sporting event, a lot of work goes on behind the scenes at Wimbledon to ensure a smooth operation for both players, fans at the courts, and audiences at home.A big part of this is organising the daily match schedule, with nearly 700 matches taking place across the two weeks of the tournament.Lots of you have questions on how it all works - and the All England Club have given us some answers.Question: How is the schedule decided? Why would a number one seed play on Number On
  
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• Six key items on Laporta’s Barcelona roadmap as he begins latest mandate

  02-07-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Six key items on Laporta’s Barcelona roadmap as he begins latest mandateJoan Laporta has begun his new mandate as Barcelona president with a defined roadmap for the next five years, and the priorities are not difficult to identify.According to MARCA, Laporta returns to the presidency after winning almost 70% of the members’ vote in March, with the Spotify Camp Nou, institutional stability, sporting ambition and modernisation all central to his plan.The first major objective is obviou
  
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• He's back, Liverpool star recovers from awful injury well ahead of schedule

  02-07-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  He's back, Liverpool star recovers from awful injury well ahead of scheduleLiverpool have welcomed a star back earlier than thought. He's back fit and ready to get to work.Liverpool have some serious injuries to deal with at the moment. It was a season full of them, really, as even Alexander Isak fracturing his leg wasn't the worst of it.The Swede, thankfully, wasn't out for that long and returned before the season ended. Hugo Ekitike, however, may be out until close to 2027 - if not into Januar
  
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• What next in transfer window after Galbraith exit?

  02-07-2026 17:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Vitor Matos said in the spring that he wanted Ethan Galbraith to stay at Swansea City for a decade.It turned out the Northern Ireland international had already played his last game for the club.For Matos, the loss of Galbraith just as Swansea are preparing to reconvene for pre-season is far from ideal.But Swansea have received a sizeable fee in exchange for the midfielder's services – even if a slice of the profit will go to Galbraith's former club Leyton Orient b
  
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• Hugo Bayomog to swap Lille for rivals Lens

  02-07-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hugo Bayomog to swap Lille for rivals LensAccording to a report from Foot Mercato, Hugo Bayomog (17) will leave Lille OSC following the end of his youth contract to sign with rivals RC Lens on a two-year professional trainee contract. A talented prospect from the Lille academy, his boyhood club were reportedly slow to act and allowed other clubs in Ligue 1 and Ligue 2, as well as RSC Anderlecht, to make their case to the young right-back. The loss of Bayomog follows the departures of o
  
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• Sky Sports: Brentford ready to launch bid for eight-goal forward

  02-07-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sky Sports: Brentford ready to launch bid for eight-goal forwardBrentford Transfer News, Bees Renew Pursuit of AnthonyFresh Bid SubmittedBrentford have stepped up their pursuit of Jaidon Anthony by submitting a fresh bid to Burnley, according to Sky Sports. Discussions remain ongoing as the Bees continue their search for at least one new winger ahead of the new season.Photo IMAGOAnthony’s versatility makes him an appealing option, with the ability to operate comfortably on either flank. Hi
  
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• Guernsey FC Under-23 side to play in English league

  02-07-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Guernsey FC's senior side are about to take part in their second season in the Southern Combination Premier Division [Fran Torode]Guernsey FC's development team will compete in league football for the first time in 2026-27.The island club side's youngsters will play in the Southern Combination's Under-23 East League this season.The Green Lions' senior side currently play in the league's Premier Division, reaching the play-off final in May.The development team will become the latest Guernsey side
  
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• Magic Weekend an opportunity to enhance broadcast deal - Jones

  02-07-2026 16:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds Rhinos v Bradford Bulls is one of seven fixtures to take place at Super League's Magic Weekend event [SWPix]Super League's Magic Weekend is an opportunity for rugby league to pitch itself to potential bidders as the sport courts a future broadcast deal, Rugby Football League (RFL) managing director Rhodri Jones has said.The league's current broadcast deal, which sees matches televised by the BBC and Sky Sports, finishes at the end of this season.Six of this year's Magic Weekend fixtures wi
  
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• Uefa will not use red cards for players who cover mouth

  02-07-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ecuador's Piero Hincapie was the second player to receive a red card at the World Cup for covering his mouth in a confrontation [Getty Images]Players who cover their mouths in confrontations with opponents will not be shown red cards in Uefa competitions, it was confirmed on Thursday.European football's governing body will not take up the option to use the law in the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League.The issue of players covering their mouths became high profile in February w
  
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• Rangers interested in Troyes defender Sankhoun Diawara

  02-07-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers interested in Troyes defender Sankhoun DiawaraAccording to a report from Foot Mercato, Rangers are interested in ESTAC Troyes defender Sankhoun Diawara (20). The French outlet writes that the Scottish club are closely monitoring the centre-back, although they face competition from FC Basel. The Swiss club have made the France youth international one of their priorities and have reportedly made significant progress in their pursuit. Troyes, who won promotion back to Ligue 1 in the 20
  
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• School can wait, let children stay up for England vs Mexico, Tuchel says – but Starmer rejects plea

  02-07-2026 16:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sir Keir Starmer has rejected a plea made to parents by England manager Thomas Tuchel to “write an excuse” for school to let children watch England’s early-morning match against Mexico on Monday.England’s win over the Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday confirmed a clash with the co-hosts in Mexico City that will kick off at 1am BST.In the past it has been common for schools and employers to allow England games in the latter stages of major tournaments to be shown w
  
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• Official I Former Saint-Étienne defender Léo Pétrot joins Anderlecht

  02-07-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official I Former Saint-Étienne defender Léo Pétrot joins AnderlechtRCS Anderlecht officially announced on Thursday the signing of Léo Pétrot (29) from Elche CF. A product of the AS Saint-Étienne youth academy, the centre-back has signed a two-year contract, running until 2028, with Les Mauves et Blancs.Having previously played for Andrézieux-Bouthéon and FC Lorient, where he made 23 appearances during the 2021–22 season, Pétro
  
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• Former Arsenal midfielder Cazorla retires at 41

  02-07-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Santi Cazorla scored 29 goals in 180 appearances for Arsenal [Getty Images]Former Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla has retired from playing at the age of 41.The former Spain international won two FA Cups with the Gunners - scoring a free-kick against Hull City in 2014 - and won the Euros twice with his national side.His career was almost ended in 2016 after he contracted gangrene following an operation.But incredibly he recovered after 11 operations to play on, and ended his career with three ye
  
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• A feeling there is now a proper recruitment plan in place

  02-07-2026 16:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]A criticism of Everton in recent years has been leaving transfer deals until late in the summer window.The news Hayden Hackney has joined from Middlesbrough on 2 July leaves Toffees fans cautiously optimistic for the rest of the window and with a feeling there is now a proper recruitment plan in place.It is exciting that a top Championship talent has chosen Everton for his next move, but what could come next?A right-back remains top of the shopping list. It has been a problema
  
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• Grêmio bring return forward, face July marathon

  02-07-2026 16:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Grêmio bring return forward, face July marathonGrêmio fans already have a date to reunite with the team!Due to its commitments in the Copa Sudamericana playoffs, the Tricolor Gaúcho had to bring forward its return to the Brazilian Championship and will play official matches even before the end of the 2026 World Cup.Because of this, ge outlined the Tricolor’s schedule for July.Check it out below!Before the ball starts rolling for points and qualification, the team coached
  
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• New poll reveals World Cup success has failed to spark soccer popularity boom in the US

  02-07-2026 16:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The current World Cup has ignited a spark among American soccer enthusiasts, even as a new survey indicates the sport still faces an uphill battle to capture mainstream attention across the United States. Fresh polling data from Ipsos Sports, shared exclusively with The Associated Press, reveals that while the tournament has energized existing fans and piqued the interest of many, soccer’s journey to widespread popularity in the US remains challenging.Despite this hurdle, a significant num
  
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• Bolton bring in Liverpool full-back Stephenson

  02-07-2026 16:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bolton Wanderers have brought in Luca Stephenson for an undisclosed fee from Liverpool.Stephenson, who operates at either full-back or wing-back, has agreed a four-year contract to move to Bolton, who are preparing for their first season back in the Championship for seven years.The 22-year-old did not make a single first-team appearance for the Reds and spent the past two seasons on loan with Dundee United in the Scottish Premiership."It's brilliant being a Liverpool player and they've given me
  
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• Barnsley bring in Man City defender Smith

  02-07-2026 16:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Isaac Smith won four caps for England Under-17s [Getty Images]Barnsley have signed Manchester City defender Isaac Smith on a two-year deal.The 20-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan with the Tykes' academy side."I just want to build on what I started here," he told the club website."I feel like people have trusted me to do a job, and I want to do it properly."All done deals in July 2026
  
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• Official I Salzburg loanee Lucas Gourna departs Le Havre

  02-07-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official I Salzburg loanee Lucas Gourna departs Le HavreLe Havre AC officially confirmed the departure of Lucas Gourna (22) on Thursday. On loan to the senior club from Red Bull Salzburg last winter, the French midfielder played a major role in helping HAC secure their Ligue 1 status at the end of the past season.An undisputed first-team regular in Didier Digard’s side during the second half of the season, the former AS Saint-Étienne player started 14 of the 15 matches he played for
  
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• 🎙️ Enzo Fernández's agent speaks out: he likes Madrid

  02-07-2026 16:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎙️ Enzo Fernández's agent speaks out: he likes MadridEnzo Fernández remains determined to leave Chelsea this summer, as confirmed by his agent, Javier Pastore. The Argentine, currently away with the national team at the World Cup, has not hidden his desire to move on. Could it be to Real Madrid?Back in April, after Chelsea’s Champions League elimination, Fernández had already opened the door to a departure. That intention was repeated in the days and wee
  
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• Season 'can't come quickly enough' as Butland joins Hull

  02-07-2026 16:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Hull City have made goalkeeper Jack Butland their first signing of the summer.The 33-year-old has arrived from Rangers for an undisclosed fee on a two-year contract, with the option of an additional 12 months.The nine-time England international has spent time in the Premier League across spells with Stoke City and Crystal Palace. "I'm delighted it's all sorted now and I'm really excited to be here," Butland told the club website. "It's a great challenge and a fantastic season to lo
  
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• Manchester City confirm record-breaking £116m signing of Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest

  02-07-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City confirm record-breaking £116m signing of Elliot Anderson from Nottingham ForestManchester City have confirmed that they have reached an agreement with Nottingham Forest to sign midfielder Elliot Anderson.City have agreed to pay £116 million for the England international, making him the most expensive British player, surpassing the £100m they paid Aston Villa for Jack Grealish in 2021.Anderson is expected to sign a five-year contract, with an option to extend it
  
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• Declan Rice lauds Elliot Anderson as “one of the best I’ve played with” as £116M Man City transfer looms

  02-07-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Declan Rice lauds Elliot Anderson as “one of the best I’ve played with” as £116M Man City transfer loomsEngland’s Declan Rice has praised Man City signing Elliot Anderson ahead of his £116M moveRice told Anderson to treat his British record fee as “just noise” during a chat between the pairThe Arsenal midfielder believes Anderson “is going to be a real success” at Man CityArsenal and England star Declan Rice has delivered a glowing trib
  
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• US World Cup performance stirs mixed emotions in St Louis’s Bosnian community

  02-07-2026 16:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fans react during the second half of the United States’ 2-0 World Cup round 32 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina at a watch party at Bevo Caffe Lounge in St Louis on 1 July 2026.Photograph: Whitney Curtis/The GuardianMersad Smajic, a St Louis, Missouri, real estate investor and restaurant owner, has been thrilled to see fellow Bosnian immigrants thrive in their new home, which has been especially evident during the World Cup.The midwestern city has about 70,000 Bosnians, most of whom fled th
  
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• McInnes biggest factor in McCrorie's Rangers return

  02-07-2026 16:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ross McCrorie is adamant Derek McInnes has the qualities to be a success at Rangers, saying the manager was the number one reason he returned to Ibrox.The 28-year-old defender had options in England after Bristol City triggered a contract extension but the prospect of linking up with his old boss again proved decisive."The biggest thing for me was the gaffer," said McCrorie, who played under McInnes at Aberdeen for three seasons."I had a good few offers in England but as soon as the gaffer got t
  
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• 'Hackney deserves top-flight football'

  02-07-2026 16:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked you for your thoughts on Hayden Hackney's move to Everton and it seems to be a departure on good terms.Here is a selection of what you had to say:Paul: £16 million for the Championship player of the season? I appreciate he would have only had one year left [on his deal] but still! I'm assuming there will also be some beneficial future clauses for us.Moving forward we can hopefully replace him with someone creative and plenty of knowhow but at a similar sort of a
  
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