World Soccer news

• Barrow bring in Kidderminster defender Walker

  08-06-2026 19:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barrow have signed Kidderminster Harriers defender George Walker on a one-year contract.Walker played 38 times for Kidderminster last season to help them secure promotion from National League North.But the 22-year-old will reunite with his old boss Adam Murray, who took over at Holker Street last month following Barrow's relegation from the EFL.Walker is the Bluebirds' second signing as they gear up for National League football, following the arrival of striker Alex Reid from Hartlepool United.
  
  Read more

• The World Cup arrives just in time to remind us why we love soccer

  12-06-2026 00:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Call it bitterness if you like, but there was an inescapable sentiment of frustration brewing across the final few weeks of this season's Premier League. Mikel Arteta's Arsenal were on the verge of sealing their first Premier League title in 22 years, but at times, it felt like it may take another 22 years for the Gunners to finish a match.Whether it was David Raya feigning injury and deciding that hobbling over to the other side of the 6-yard box was preferential for his goal kick, Myles Lewis-
  
  Read more

• Real Madrid make Jose Mourinho return official after 13 years

  12-06-2026 00:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid make Jose Mourinho return official after 13 yearsAfter weeks of speculation and uncertainty, Real Madrid have finally confirmed the identity of their new manager. The process had been delayed by the presidential election, but after Florentino Perez retained his position, it has now been concluded.During Perez’s election campaign, he confirmed that Jose Mourinho would take over as Real Madrid manager in the event that he won the vote against Enrique Riquelme. He did, which has l
  
  Read more

• Three sent off as Mexico beat South Africa in World Cup opener

  12-06-2026 00:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA World CupMexico 2 - 0 South Africa FTThree players were sent off as World Cup co-hosts Mexico defeated South Africa in a dramatic opening match at a packed Azteca Stadium.South Africa finished with nine men, while Mexico were reduced to 10 in the closing moments.Brazilian referee Wilton Sampaio produced the flurry of red cards, dismissing South Africa's Yaya Sithole for denying a goalscoring opportunity and Themba Zwane for a slap, then sending off Mexico's Cesar Montes for a late foul.Only
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Injured Gilmour arrives at World Cup to support Scotland

  12-06-2026 00:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Injured Billy Gilmour has made the journey to Boston on his birthday to support his Scotland team-mates at the World Cup.The 25-year-old Napoli midfielder was cruelly ruled out of the tournament after damaging his knee in 4-1 warm-up win against Curacao at Hampden the day before the squad flew out to America.Kenny McLean, who missed the delayed 2020 Euros through injury, broke the news of Gilmour's arrival, saying: "Billy has just landed. He is going to come to see the lads tonight which is amaz
  
  Read more

• Why are footballers wearing pink boots at the World Cup?

  12-06-2026 00:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pink boots as far as the eye can see in the Mexico v South Africa opening game [Getty Images][BBC]There was a time when football boots came in one colour - black.That has not been the case over the past quarter of a century or so, with all the colours of the rainbow coming to the party as the major brands have sought to stand out from the crowd.Yet at the 2026 World Cup, things appear to have come full circle, with players all back to wearing the same colour again - only this time it is pink.The
  
  Read more

• 🚨 Bernardo Silva set to sign for Real Madrid! (media reports)

  11-06-2026 23:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Bernardo Silva set to sign for Real Madrid! (media reports)A Mourinho masterstroke!The deal suddenly accelerated and is now done! Fabrizio Romano announced this Thursday evening that Bernardo Silva will indeed join Real Madrid in the coming hours.Although he had been reported to be close to Atlético Madrid and FC Barcelona, the Manchester City legend was ultimately convinced by a José Mourinho determined to sign him.The club and the Portuguese midfielder have reportedly a
  
  Read more

• England’s Harry Kane relishing ‘best opportunity in my career’ to win the World Cup

  11-06-2026 23:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England captain Harry Kane says the campaign in the United States, Canada and Mexico is ‘probably the best opportunity’ for him to win the World Cup. Kane enters the tournament on the back of a superb domestic season in which he scored 61 goals and created seven assists for Bayern Munich. Those stats, alongside triumphs in the Bundesliga and the DFB-Cup, make Kane a serious contender for the Ballon d’Or but he will need a strong World Cup campaign to remain in contention. Yet,
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• P-R-O-T-A-G-O-N-I-S-T-A-! Wilton Pereira Sampaio goes viral in 🇲🇽 v 🇿🇦

  11-06-2026 23:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  P-R-O-T-A-G-O-N-I-S-T-A-! Wilton Pereira Sampaio goes viral in 🇲🇽 v 🇿🇦Social media has spoken: Wilton Pereira Sampaio was the "man of the match" after the Mexico versus South Africa match that kicked off the FIFA World Cup.The Brazilian referee secured a "hat-trick" of send-offs in the tournament opener.He was called by VAR before leaving Bafana Bafana with nine men, and then handed out the third red card in stoppage time. He had already drawn attention at th
  
  Read more

• Three red cards in the World Cup’s opening game – why were the players sent off?

  11-06-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  South Africa’s campaign at the World Cup 2026 got off to the worst possible start as they were beaten by co-hosts Mexico and ended the match with nine men following two straight red cards.Both came in the second half with Bafana Bafana already losing 1-0 thanks to Julian Quinones’ goal in the eight minute of the game. Sphephelo ‘Yaya’ Sithole was the first player to be dismissed after catching Brian Gutierrez on the edge of the South African penalty area and denying a goa
  
  Read more

• Juventus Attempt To Sign Aston Villa Star For €5m: What Should Unai Emery Do?

  11-06-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus Attempt To Sign Aston Villa Star For €5m: What Should Unai Emery Do?Juventus are playing their usual game. The Italian giants want Emiliano Martinez, but they want him on the cheap. According to Tuttosport, via Sport Witness, the Turin club have spent the first half of June sniffing around Aston Villa’s World Cup-winning goalkeeper. They have even managed to turn the player’s head. Martinez is reportedly keen on the switch, so much so that his camp is actively smoothing
  
  Read more

• World Cup 2026 standings: Latest results from the group stage

  11-06-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup sees 48 nations divided into 12 groups for the first time in the tournament’s long history. Co-hosts Mexico, USA and Canada are the top seeds in Groups A, B and D respectively, while Scotland are in Group C with Brazil, Morocco and Haiti, and England are all the way down in Group L with Croatia, Ghana and Panama.The top two sides in each group will qualify for the World Cup’s first ever round of 32, as will the eighth best third-place teams. Just three points could be e
  
  Read more

• Mexico beat South Africa in chaotic World Cup opener as three players sent off

  11-06-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three players sent off in World Cup opener as co-hosts Mexico beat South AfricaSithole and Zwane given straight red cards for South Africa before Mexico's Montes dismissedEmotional Jimenez doubles Mexico's lead with first-ever World Cup goalQuinones opens scoring with earliest first goal of tournament since 2006Shakira features in opening ceremony at Azteca StadiumHow to watch the World Cup on BBC | Team-by-team guide | Pundit predictions Mexico beat South Africa in chaotic World Cup opener as t
  
  Read more

• Mexico outclass South Africa in World Cup opener at Estadio Azteca

  11-06-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mexico outclass South Africa in World Cup opener at Estadio AztecaAfter several weeks of off-field controversies, from visa denials to unconvincing press conferences, the 2026 World Cup kicked off on Thursday with a convincing win for co-hosts Mexico over South Africa.France would not enter the World Cup stage for another few days, having only touched down in Boston the previous day. Les Bleus would have until Monday to gear up for their opener against Senegal, with their first training session
  
  Read more

• Liverpool midfielder confirms intention to leave

  11-06-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool midfielder confirms intention to leaveLiverpool are facing big changes to their midfield sector this summer. New faces could be arriving with Adam Wharton, Lamine Camara and Mamadou Sangare just a few of the names linked.The outgoing Premier League champions have been relying on the same midfield options for a couple of seasons now and it’s clear that a change is required.Alexis Mac Allister could be on the way out of the door given his contract expires in 2028 and no agreement i
  
  Read more

• Real Madrid bring back Mourinho on three-year deal

  11-06-2026 23:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho first joined Real Madrid 16 years ago, after successful spells at Porto, Chelsea and Inter Milan [Getty Images]Real Madrid have confirmed the reappointment of Jose Mourinho as head coach.The 63-year-old has agreed a three-year deal and will begin work when the squad return for pre-season training on 13 July.Real Madrid have paid Benfica £13m (15m euros) in compensation to bring the Portuguese head coach back to the Bernabeu - some 13 years after his first stint at the club ca
  
  Read more

• 🎥 Hosts Mexico beat South Africa in Copa 2026 opener

  11-06-2026 23:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Hosts Mexico beat South Africa in Copa 2026 openerThe 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off this Thursday (11) with Mexico — one of the tournament’s hosts, alongside the United States and Canada — beating South Africa 2-0 at the iconic Azteca Stadium.This was the first opening-match win for the tricolor side after five attempts: 1930, 1950, 1958, 1970, and 2010.Mexico’s victory started taking shape early, with Julián Quiñones opening the scoring in less t
  
  Read more

• World Cup 2026: Julián Quiñones, Raúl Jiménez lead Mexico to dominant 2-0 win over South Africa

  11-06-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mexico opened the 2026 World Cup with a comfortable 2-0 win over South Africa in front of a sold-out crowd at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.Following an Opening Ceremony that featured musical performances by Shakira, Burna Boy, EJAE and Andrea Bocelli, as well as an introduction of all 48 nations taking part in the tournament, the co-hosts didn't wait long to keep the fans entertained.Raúl Jiménez nearly put Mexico up a goal four minutes into the match, but his chance was denied by
  
  Read more

• Sunderland Are Showing Interest In Signing This Bundesliga Defender Permanently: Good Option For Le Bris?

  11-06-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Are Showing Interest In Signing This Bundesliga Defender Permanently: Good Option For Le Bris?In a recent post on X, Voetbal International journalist Joost Blaauwhof mentioned that Sunderland are showing interest in signing Red Bull Leipzig defender Lutsharel Geertruida permanently this summer. It has been stated that the Black Cats want to initiate talks with the Dutch player over a permanent move later this year following the player’s participation in the FIFA World Cup.Geertr
  
  Read more

• Report: Everton Step Up Midfielder Chase Amid Palace Interest

  11-06-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Everton Step Up Midfielder Chase Amid Palace InterestEverton’s Pursuit of Hayden Hackney Signals Ambition for New EraEverton’s summer recruitment drive appears to be gathering momentum, with GiveMeSport reporting that the Merseyside club are preparing a third bid for Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney. After two offers were rejected, Everton remain determined to secure the 23 year old’s signature and are reportedly willing to increase their package towards the &pou
  
  Read more

• Newcastle United facing huge regret in Manchester City’s Elliot Anderson pursuit

  11-06-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United facing huge regret in Manchester City’s Elliot Anderson pursuitNewcastle United are set to miss out on a significant financial windfall as former academy star Elliot Anderson nears a nine-figure switch to Manchester City.The original £35 million transfer to Nottingham Forest was hurried through during a Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) deadline threat to stave off a six-point deduction.Handled by CEO Darren Eales in the temporary absence of a senior sporting dir
  
  Read more

• ❌ Nightmare start at the World Cup! Sithole at fault for goal, sees red

  11-06-2026 22:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ❌ Nightmare start at the World Cup! Sithole at fault for goal, sees redThings could hardly have gone much worse for South Africa’s Yaya Sithole in the World Cup opener against hosts Mexico. The 27-year-old endured a real nightmare on his World Cup debut. In a way, his name says it all. After just under nine minutes, the man wearing number 13 miscontrolled the ball just in front of his own penalty area, which ultimately led to Mexico taking the lead. Shortly after the half-
  
  Read more

• Tottenham Hotspur Are Hoping To Land This Paris Saint-Germain Keeper: Should De Zerbi Snap Him Up?

  11-06-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are Hoping To Land This Paris Saint-Germain Keeper: Should De Zerbi Snap Him Up?In a recent report, L’Equipe claimed that Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to land Paris Saint-Germain keeper Lucas Chevalier. It has been revealed that Spurs could face competition in the form of Besiktas in the race to land the French custodian this off-season.Chevalier’s Important Role At Paris Saint-GermainThe 24-year-old was a good rotational piece in PSG’s squad last season when
  
  Read more

• Iran’s World Cup camp in Tijuana unfolds under armed guard and political shadow

  11-06-2026 22:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Iran’s players take part in a training session on Thursday at the Centro Xoloitzcuintle in Tijuana, Mexico.Photograph: Victor Medina/ReutersOpen-top trucks patrolled the surrounding roads outside the Estadio Caliente today, mounted by men in helmets and masks and wielding machine guns. They pass by the main entrance every few hours, guarding the massive city block, otherwise chocked with cars and smog, that the Iran national team has made its temporary, and largely improvised, home for thi
  
  Read more

• Can you still get World Cup tickets? Here’s where prices and availability stand

  11-06-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As the World Cup prepares to kick off on Thursday, record-high ticket prices are drawing criticism across the 16 host stadiums in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. FIFA's dynamic pricing model has led to repeated increases since last fall, with some tickets now reaching five figures.FIFA president Gianni Infantino defended the costs on Wednesday, asserting they are appropriate for the North American market, despite the widespread criticism ahead of the tournament's opening. Here's where thi
  
  Read more

• Fabrizio Romano confirms massive Liverpool transfer could happen

  11-06-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms massive Liverpool transfer could happenFabrizio Romano has confirmed a massive transfer could happen. Liverpool are heading into what will be a massive summer for the club. There’s a lot of change happening at Anfield, from the dugout right through to the dressing room, as they start a new chapter under Andoni Iraola after Arne Slot’s departure.Iraola’s arrival feels like a pretty bold shift in direction. He’s built a strong reputation as one of t
  
  Read more

• WTF: Three red cards in the opening match, unheard-of scenes!

  11-06-2026 22:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WTF: Three red cards in the opening match, unheard-of scenes!A sad entry into history.On Thursday evening, for the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, Mexico and South Africa sent this game into the history books in a very strange way.With the dismissals of Sphephelo Sithole (49th), Themba Zwane (84th) and César Montes (90+2), this match became the first opening game in history to feature so many red cards.You have to go back to the 2006 World Cup and the famous Battle of Nuremberg betwe
  
  Read more

• 🖤The World Cup starts in mourning, 81-year-old fan dies

  11-06-2026 22:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🖤The World Cup starts in mourning, 81-year-old fan diesBefore the start of the opening match, a German fan suffered a heart attack and nothing could be done to save his life.
  While inside the Azteca Stadium there was a festive atmosphere before the start of the World Cup, outside it turned tragic when an 81-year-old German fan suffered a heart attack.Although paramedics tried to revive him with CPR for several minutes, in the end nothing could be done to save his life and he passed away.
  
  Read more

• 🟥 Sphephelo Sithole joins throwback duo after seeing red vs Mexico

  11-06-2026 22:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🟥 Sphephelo Sithole joins throwback duo after seeing red vs MexicoSouth Africa have it all to do against Mexico in the opener of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  Going down a goal inside the opening ten minutes, thanks to a tidy finish from Julián Quiñones, already looked to be a bridge too far for Hugo Broos' Bafana Bafana.But it would only get worse for the African nation after the break to kick-start their fourth-ever World Cup appearance.Holding midfielder Sphephelo S
  
  Read more

• Liverpool Are Pushing Hard To Land This Bundesliga Winger: Should Iraola Snap Him Up?

  11-06-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Pushing Hard To Land This Bundesliga Winger: Should Iraola Snap Him Up?In a recent episode of the Here We Go podcast, journalist Fabrizio Romano mentioned that Liverpool are pushing hard to land Red Bull Leipzig winger Yan Diomande. Romano said,“He’s wanted by Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain. Both clubs are still in the mix. Liverpool are really pushing, Liverpool are really insisting to make it happen. For Liverpool, he’s a top, top priority. They are offering
  
  Read more

Follow @WorldSoccerUSA on Twitter!