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• Barcelona star contradicts narrative around Cristiano Ronaldo: ‘I’ve never heard…’

  05-07-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona star contradicts narrative around Cristiano Ronaldo: ‘I’ve never heard…’Real Madrid legend Cristiano Ronaldo has come in for no shortage of criticism during Portugal’s World Cup campaign, but he has found a surprising backer in Barcelona midfielder Gavi. The two will face off in the Round of 16 at the World Cup, with a place in the quarter-finals against the United States or Belgium as the prize.The 41-year-old forward remains captain of the Portugal side
  
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• Celik’s renewal completed: Announcement soon

  05-07-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celik’s renewal completed: Announcement soonGian Piero Gasperini has made it a priority for Roma to renew their expiring contracts and retain the core team that secured Champions League qualification. No sooner said than done. The Giallorossi have not sold anyone despite the settlement agreement with UEFA and are preparing to announce their renewals. The first will be Zeki Celik. The Turk will sign a new deal that will tie him back to the Roman club. As reported by Filippo Biafora, the clu
  
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• Santos latest midfielder considered by Man Utd

  05-07-2026 17:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea paid Vasco da Gama £18m for Brazil midfielder Andrey Santos in 2023 [Getty Images]Chelsea's Andrey Santos is the latest player Manchester United have taken an interest in as they look to address their problem midfield position.With Casemiro leaving after his contract expired on 30 June and Manuel Ugarte expected to be sold, United went into the summer with England's Kobbie Mainoo as their only recognised central midfielder and with the stated aim of addressing the situation as a ma
  
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• Barcelona could benefit financially as Lazio, Tottenham eye former La Masia talent

  05-07-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona could benefit financially as Lazio, Tottenham eye former La Masia talentBarcelona are closely monitoring the future of former academy defender Sergi Domínguez, with Lazio emerging as one of the clubs pushing to sign the 21-year-old centre-back from Dinamo Zagreb, reports SPORT.Although the Catalan club have no plans to bring the defender back, they stand to benefit financially, thanks to a sell-on clause included in his transfer last summer.Barcelona could profit from saleWhen D
  
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• From drunkard to folk hero: he's already the World Cup's big winner

  05-07-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From drunkard to folk hero: he's already the World Cup's big winnerJust a few years ago, Julian Quinones was making headlines mainly off the pitch. Today, however, he is the man making an entire nation dream. At Mexico’s home World Cup, the 29-year-old has emerged as the face of the team and can rightfully be described as the biggest winner of the tournament so far.The numbers alone speak for themselves: In the 2-0 win over South Africa in the opening match, Quinones scored the first goal
  
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• USA v Belgium tactical analysis: how does Pochettino replace Folarin Balogun’s goal threat?

  05-07-2026 17:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mauricio Pochettino has his sights set on a World Cup quarter-final. Photograph: Julio Cortez/APBelgiumWhile comparisons to the two most recent clashes between these teams are inevitable, neither of those matches is a terribly useful parallel. Belgium, remarkably, carry four holdovers from their 2-1 victory over the US at the 2014 World Cup; the Americans have none.Even March’s 5-2 win for Belgium feels unrepresentative of what to expect on Monday. Belgium have struggled to hit full stride
  
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• Mexico fans fail in bid to wake up England players

  05-07-2026 17:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Riot police formed a barrier around England's hotel, keeping Mexico fans at a distance [PA Media]Mexico supporters attempted to wake up England players with music and fireworks close to their hotel the night before the sides' last-16 World Cup tie, but were moved back by police.Footage published on social media appears to show a group of fans chanting, playing music and letting off fireworks on a street nearby England's hotel in Mexico City.Early indications from the England camp are it had mini
  
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• Real Madrid new signing’s former club pay tribute following transfer: ‘We’re so proud of you’

  05-07-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid new signing’s former club pay tribute following transfer: ‘We’re so proud of you’Real Madrid announced their fourth summer signing earlier today, confirming that Denzel Dumfries has moved to the Spanish club from Inter Milan.PSV have paid tribute to Dumfries after the Dutch right-back completed his move to Real Madrid.In an official club statement, PSV wrote: “Our former captain, a role model, a fan favourite, and now a Real Madrid player. We’re so
  
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• Liverpool ready to give Real Madrid another €12.5m as midfielder deal sought

  05-07-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool ready to give Real Madrid another €12.5m as midfielder deal soughtLast month, Real Madrid pocketed €20m after Liverpool swooped to sign Spain winger Victor Munoz from Osasuna. The Bernabeu club had a 50% sell-on clause from the deal they did with Los Rojillos in 2025, and that allowed them to receive half of the €40m paid by the Premier League side when they triggered the 23-year-old’s release clause.That represented good business for Real Madrid, given they €
  
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• Newport County to host Roma in pre-season

  05-07-2026 17:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma will also face French side Cannes on 26 July and travel to Borussia Dortmund on 15 August [Getty Images]Newport County have confirmed a home pre-season friendly against Italian giants Roma.The Exiles will face the Serie A side on Tuesday, 4 August at Rodney Parade in a high-profile warm-up for their 2026-27 League Two campaign.Roma are heading to Wales at the end of July for an eight-day training camp and will face Cardiff City in a friendly on Saturday, 1 August.County face AFC Wimbledon i
  
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• England have struggled against low block - could they use it to beat Mexico?

  05-07-2026 17:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel's England side have struggled to break down teams who emply a low block [Getty Images]When England take to the field to face Mexico at the famous Azteca Stadium in their World Cup last-16 tie, they know they will be playing the conditions as well as their opponents.It's no secret that the altitude in Mexico City is a problem for visiting teams, with the Azteca sitting around 7,220ft above sea level.It means that England players may experience muscle fatigue earlier in the game than
  
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• Former Man City star Mahrez open to Serie A: Who could sign the Algerian winger?

  05-07-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Man City star Mahrez open to Serie A: Who could sign the Algerian winger?Riyad Mahrez is on the market as a free agent, and the veteran winger is reportedly offering himself to Serie A clubs.The former Manchester City and Leicester man had his Al-Ahli contract terminated this month, cutting short his Saudi Pro League spell a year early.Calciomercato report that he is once again a name to watch in Italy, even if it remains to be seen whether anyone has room for him.Now 35 and a right winge
  
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• “I can guarantee that…” – Fabrizio Romano provides update on Liverpool’s pursuit of Bradley Barcola

  05-07-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “I can guarantee that…” – Fabrizio Romano provides update on Liverpool’s pursuit of Bradley BarcolaBradley Barcola Transfer Latest: Liverpool Still Firmly in Race as PSG Wait for Big OfferLiverpool supporters looking for clarity on the Bradley Barcola situation have it, at least for now. The noise around Arsenal may be growing, and social media has done what social media does, but the current reality is simpler than the rumour mill suggests. Barcola has not chosen
  
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• Report: Everton pounce to seal £24m deal for Chelsea academy ace

  05-07-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Everton pounce to seal £24m deal for Chelsea academy aceTyrique George to Everton: Chelsea Sale Gives Everton a Young Forward With UpsideEverton have moved decisively. According to the Evening Standard, Tyrique George is set to join the club from Chelsea in a deal worth up to £24m, made up of £18m guaranteed and a further £6m in add-ons. Chelsea have also secured a 15 per cent sell-on clause, which tells you plenty about how they still view the player.This is a st
  
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• Peter Shilton reveals he has ‘put the beef to bed’ with Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal

  05-07-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Peter Shilton has revealed that he is ready to put “the beef to bed” over the infamous ‘Hand of God’ moment between England and Argentina back in 1986. Shilton was England’s captain and goalkeeper for one of the most iconic World Cup matches of all time during the 1986 tournament as Argentina’s Diego Maradona scored twice in the quarter-final which was played at the Azteca Stadium in front of 115,000 fans. Argentina won the game 2-1 but Maradona’s first
  
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• 🔥 What’s the limit? Mbappé racks up absurd World Cup records

  05-07-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔥 What’s the limit? Mbappé racks up absurd World Cup recordsWould anyone dare say what Kylian Mbappé’s limit will be when it comes to records and absurd World Cup milestones?France’s No. 10 is only 27 years old, but he was already a World Cup champion in 2018 and runner-up in 2022.And he only keeps strengthening his name among the tournament’s all-time greats. He reached 19 goals in World Cup history against Paraguay, not letting leader Messi (2
  
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• 🎥 We are Mexico: El Tri’s stirring video before England

  05-07-2026 16:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 We are Mexico: El Tri’s stirring video before England"There is something Mexico has done time and time again: take the improbable and turn it into history." That is how the latest video posted on social media by the Mexican national team begins to build excitement for the round-of-16 match against England. And they have certainly achieved it.The clip looks back at the achievements of the country's top athletes and public figures, interwoven with an inspiring motivational message
  
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• England have struggled against low block - so should they use it to beat Mexico?

  05-07-2026 16:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel's England side have struggled to break down teams who emply a low block [Getty Images]When England take to the field to face Mexico at the famous Azteca Stadium in their World Cup last-16 tie, they know they will be playing the conditions as well as their opponents.It's no secret that the altitude in Mexico City is a problem for visiting teams, with the Azteca sitting around 7,220ft above sea level.It means that England players may experience muscle fatigue earlier in the game than
  
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• Vicario wants Spurs exit as Juventus could agree to loan with buy option

  05-07-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vicario wants Spurs exit as Juventus could agree to loan with buy optionJuventus’ search for a new number one could be nearing a turning point, with Guglielmo Vicario emerging as the leading candidate.The Tottenham goalkeeper has made clear his desire to leave the club, and according to Tuttosport, via CalcioMercato, Spurs have opened the door to a loan with an option to buy.That formula could prove decisive. The keeper has seen an earlier possibility of joining Inter fade, and has effecti
  
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• Real Madrid offered chance to sign Premier League midfielder for €120 million – report

  05-07-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid offered chance to sign Premier League midfielder for €120 million – reportReal Madrid’s summer transfer plans have always seemed to include a desire to sign a new midfielder for Jose Mourinho’s squad.Although it was revealed earlier that Los Blancos did not expect any changes in midfield as things stand, the potential exit of Eduardo Camavinga can still change the situation.Now, according to Defensa Central, Real Madrid have been offered the chance to sign Adam
  
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• Real Madrid to receive €15m as part of the defender’s AC Milan transfer

  05-07-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid to receive €15m as part of the defender’s AC Milan transferReal Madrid have made a lot of money this money, despite having not sold any of the players they had on their books last season: Nico Paz re-joined Como for €60m after Los Blancos bosses activated the €9m buy-back clause they had, while they also received €20m from the sale of 50% of Victor Munoz’s rights after he joined Liverpool from Osasuna.There will be more money coming in this way in the
  
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• Real Madrid to receive €15m as part of defender’s AC Milan transfer

  05-07-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid to receive €15m as part of defender’s AC Milan transferReal Madrid have made a lot of money this money, despite having not sold any of the players they had on their books last season: Nico Paz re-joined Como for €60m after Los Blancos bosses activated the €9m buy-back clause they had, while they also received €20m from the sale of 50% of Victor Munoz’s rights after he joined Liverpool from Osasuna.There will be more money coming in this way in the comi
  
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• Barcelona remain very interested in Australian teenager who has impressed at the World Cup

  05-07-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona remain very interested in Australian teenager who has impressed at the World CupEver since Deco became Barcelona’s sporting director, he has shown that youth development does not need to happen only through La Masia and can also be done by making smart signings ahead of the curve.The Catalan club have signed the likes of Hamza Abdelkarim, Patricio Pacifico and Ajay Tavares in recent times with a view to developing them into first-team players in the future.Now, according to SPORT
  
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• 🎥 Return home! How Cape Verde's World Cup heroes were welcomed

  05-07-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Return home! How Cape Verde's World Cup heroes were welcomedThey wrote one of the fairy-tale stories of this World Cup. Cape Verde remained unbeaten in the group stage, picked up three draws, and advanced to the round of 32. Even against Lionel Messi and his Argentina side, the island nation managed to score twice, and the match remained open for a long time. Many experts later called it one of the best games of the tournament. Now the team returned home and was welcomed by a
  
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• World Cup schedule today: How to watch Mexico v England, TV channels & live stream Sunday July 5th

  05-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mexico’s Julian Quinones (left) and England’s Harry Kane lead their teams in a blockbuster last-16 matchup on Saturday in Mexico City.Photograph: Alfredo Estrella,adnan Beci/AFP/Getty ImagesThe Estadio Azteca is the quintessential World Cup venue and one of the most formidable away days in soccer. Mexico’s record there could hardly be any stronger, losing just two competitive matches at the mythical stadium in 57 years. El Tri’s home advantage is a real thing.England have
  
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• La Masia graduate makes his case to Barcelona with impressive Spain U19 displays

  05-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  La Masia graduate makes his case to Barcelona with impressive Spain U19 displaysBarcelona have been focusing on some first-team sales this summer, and one of those on the chopping block is Marc Casado.The former Barça Atletic captain has fallen down the pecking order under Hansi Flick, and a sale seems the most logical solution for all parties involved.His exit would leave a vacancy in the midfield in the first-team squad, and one of the candidates who can make it his own is Xavi Espart.T
  
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• Stones wage demands revealed as Milan, Juventus & Inter linked with departing Man City defender

  05-07-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stones wage demands revealed as Milan, Juventus & Inter linked with departing Man City defenderJohn Stones’ wage demands could put him out of reach for Italy’s biggest clubs.According to transfer journalist Alfredo Pedullà, via MilanNews24, the England centre-back has decided to leave Manchester City after a decade under Pep Guardiola, and has been linked in Italy with both Inter and Juventus.Milan, too, are in the market for a central defender to bolster Ruben Amorim&rsqu
  
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• Liverpool could make surprise move for 18-goal Premier League star – Opinion

  05-07-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool could make surprise move for 18-goal Premier League star – OpinionCould Morgan Gibbs-White Become Liverpool’s Surprise Solution?A Different Route After Missing Out on DiomandeLiverpool’s search for Mohamed Salah’s long-term successor appeared straightforward. The continual links and huge fees mentioned meant that the heir to the throne was almost over the line.And then it wasn’t.The expectation was that RB Leipzig sensation Diomande would arrive at Anfield
  
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• Canada co-hosted the World Cup – but whose party was it?

  05-07-2026 15:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Canadian fans watched their defeat to Morocco in bars across the nation. Photograph: Xinhua/ShutterstockIt was standing room only in Toronto’s oldest bar, The Wheatsheaf, on Saturday lunchtime. For some, the wake had already begun. Nestled in the corner was a group of sullen Irish GAA fans, who had just witnessed Cork’s demoralizing defeat to Galway in the All-Ireland Hurling semi-final. Resplendent in their red and white as they gazed despairingly into the middle distance, at least
  
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• Luka Modric ready to turn down Real Madrid offer in favour of AC Milan stay

  05-07-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luka Modric ready to turn down Real Madrid offer in favour of AC Milan stayIn recent weeks, it has been rumoured that Jose Mourinho could be joined at Real Madrid by Luka Modric, whom he signed during his first spell in charge at the Bernabeu 14 years ago. Reports have claimed that the 40-year-old had intended to retire after the 2026 World Cup, and that opened the door for him to head back to the Spanish capital to take up a non-playing role.Modric left Real Madrid last summer after he was not
  
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