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• Belgium players say they will need ‘balls’ to nullify home crowd against US

  05-07-2026 01:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Belgium have been based in Seattle throughout the World Cup, and will play in the city on Monday.Photograph: Steven Bisig/IMAGN IMAGES/ReutersA raucous, pro-US crowd is expected in Seattle for the Americans’ last-16 match against Belgium on Monday, but the Red Devils say that they don’t fear the atmosphere that will await them.“I think we just have to … show balls on the pitch,” left-back Maxim De Cuyper said on Friday. “Try to play your own game. If you play
  
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• Gavi backs Julian Alvarez move to Barcelona: ‘I’d love him to be with us’

  05-07-2026 09:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gavi backs Julian Alvarez move to Barcelona: ‘I’d love him to be with us’Barcelona midfielder Gavi has admitted he would love to see Julian Alvarez join the club, adding his voice to the growing speculation surrounding the Argentine striker’s future.Speaking in an interview with Mundo Deportivo, the Spain international made it clear that he would welcome the Atletico Madrid forward to the Spotify Camp Nou if the transfer were to become a reality.Gavi would love to see Alv
  
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• Man City reach £10M agreement to sign Leicester City forward – Sell-on clause and potential bonuses revealed

  05-07-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City reach £10M agreement to sign Leicester City forward – Sell-on clause and potential bonuses revealedMan City have reached agreement with Leicester City to sign Jeremy Monga for £10MThe deal also includes £2.5M in potential contingencies and a sell-on clause for LeicesterThe 16-year-old had been the subject of long talks with Arsenal before City hijacked the moveManchester City have reached a formal agreement with Leicester City to sign winger Jeremy Monga for a &p
  
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• Report: Liverpool could battle Newcastle United once again in race for midfielder

  05-07-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool could battle Newcastle United once again in race for midfielderLamine Camara to Liverpool could be summer move that finally fixes midfield balanceLiverpool have been linked with plenty this summer, but some names feel more relevant than others. Lamine Camara falls into that bracket. According to Chronicle Live, relaying reporting around Newcastle’s position, the Magpies are now “out of the race” for the Senegal midfielder, with Liverpool and Brighton both note
  
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• Mourinho wants Real Madrid to sign a new striker with a key trait – report

  05-07-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho wants Real Madrid to sign a new striker with a key trait – reportKylian Mbappe is Real Madrid’s best centre-forward option, but the club have always maintained that they prefer keeping a specialist finisher for games that get complicated.After all, Mbappe is a winger converted to a striker, and Los Blancos see the need for an out-and-out finisher who can poach balls in front of goal.Gonzalo Garcia and Endrick, on that front, have been the club’s two most likely options
  
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• Nelson Semedo wary of Lamine Yamal’s quality ahead of Spain vs Portugal: ‘He’s a gem and could prove decisive’

  05-07-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nelson Semedo wary of Lamine Yamal’s quality ahead of Spain vs Portugal: ‘He’s a gem and could prove decisive’Portugal defender Nélson Semedo believes his side must be careful not to focus exclusively on Lamine Yamal when they face Spain in the World Cup Round of 16.The heavyweight encounter is set to take place on Monday, pitting two of the pre-tournament favourites and all eyes will be on Lamine after his brilliant performance against Austria in the Round of 32.A
  
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• Roma to meet again with Pellegrini as renewal talks ramp up

  05-07-2026 08:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma to meet again with Pellegrini as renewal talks ramp upLorenzo Pellegrini is still waiting to sign his contract renewal. An agreement with Roma will need to be reached in the next few hours, as the player is currently a free agent and is expected in Trigoria on July 13th for a training camp ahead of next season. The Giallorossi’s number 7 is an important player for Gasperini, who has requested his contract remain. The Roman midfielder’s agent has had an initial meeting with D&rsq
  
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• Liverpool interested in £43m-rated Khephren Thuram

  05-07-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool interested in £43m-rated Khephren ThuramLiverpool are interested in Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram, according to Tuttomercatoweb.The Reds’ midfield was a major area of concern last season, with Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch both falling short of their usual standards.Liverpool are now considering a move for Thuram. They face competition from Manchester United, Sunderland, Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United for the Frenchman’s signature.Galatasaray
  
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• Newcastle slap huge price tag on Arsenal target Bruno Guimaraes

  05-07-2026 08:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle slap huge price tag on Arsenal target Bruno GuimaraesNewcastle United reportedly want a £77 million fee to sell Bruno Guimaraes, who is attracting strong interest from Arsenal. The Gunners are looking to bolster their options in central midfield, and have identified Guimaraes as an ideal option. Newcastle recently rejected a verbal offer worth less than £60m from Arsenal, insisting Guimaraes is not for sale this summer. They have already lost Anthony Gordon t
  
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• Mikel Oyarzabal addresses Barcelona links: ‘I’m very happy at Real Sociedad’

  05-07-2026 08:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikel Oyarzabal addresses Barcelona links: ‘I’m very happy at Real Sociedad’Mikel Oyarzabal has played down speculation linking him with a move to FC Barcelona, insisting he remains fully committed to Real Sociedad.The striker has been mentioned as a potential option to replace Robert Lewandowski at the Catalan club, following his impressive performances at the World Cup. But the Spain international made his position clear during an interview with El Partidazo on COPE (h/t Mund
  
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• World Cup 2026: Morocco & France set up quarter-final tie before England play Mexico

  05-07-2026 08:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa World Cup 2026: France and Morocco will play each other in a quarter-final on Thursday at 21:00 BSTKylian Mbappe's penalty helped France beat Paraguay 1-0Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart said 'Paraguay's players were an absolute disgrace'Co-hosts Canada are out after losing 3-0 to MoroccoWatch highlights of all games here or you can relive the action with our 3D experienceEngland boss Thomas Tuchel praises respectful Mexico fans amid increased security before the last-16 tie at the Azteca
  
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• Brahim Diaz looking forward to working with Mourinho at Real Madrid: ‘I’m very excited’

  05-07-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brahim Diaz looking forward to working with Mourinho at Real Madrid: ‘I’m very excited’Morocco have once again lived up to the hype in the FIFA World Cup, and while it remains to be seen if they can recreate their 2022 heroics, they have already booked a place in the Quarterfinals of the tournament.Real Madrid’s Brahim Diaz is one of the most important players and leaders in the African nation’s dressing room, and while he may not have scored so far, he has already
  
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• Liverpool told asking price for attacker who Erling Haaland loves

  05-07-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool told asking price for attacker who Erling Haaland lovesLiverpool's first-team squad and their backroom staff will have a lot on their mind this summer. The main thing that they will want to take from the 2026-27 campaign is that they've improved on the season before.And, since they finished fifth in the Premier League, it doesn't feel like that should be too hard for them to do.But, if Andoni Iraola doesn't get the players in that he needs to, things could actually end up being even wo
  
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• The big difference between Real Madrid statements on Chelsea and Bayern stars which gives major clues

  05-07-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The big difference between Real Madrid statements on Chelsea and Bayern stars which gives major cluesReports yesterday clarified that Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is ‘obsessed’ with Michael Olise and that he is ready to go all out to sign the player.The Bayern Munich star, reportedly, is Perez’s dream target with the president even being willing to splash his entire transfer budget on him.Needless to say, however, the update is quite anti-climactic especially given th
  
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• Report: Liverpool must pay huge price tag to sign World Cup midfielder

  05-07-2026 07:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool must pay huge price tag to sign World Cup midfielderAyyoub Bouaddi Transfer Race Leaves Liverpool Facing a £100m QuestionLiverpool have been linked with plenty of gifted young footballers over the years, but the noise around Ayyoub Bouaddi feels a little different. The Lille midfielder has spent the summer enhancing his reputation with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, and that has pushed him firmly into the thoughts of Europe’s elite. According to Eurosport France, Li
  
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• Sky Sports: Ipswich Set To Rival Fellow Promoted Side For Ligue 1 Star

  05-07-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sky Sports: Ipswich Set To Rival Fellow Promoted Side For Ligue 1 StarIpswich Town Enter Emersonn Race as Premier League Newcomers Move Against Hull CityIpswich Town have moved for Emersonn, and that tells you two things straight away. First, they are not approaching the market timidly after promotion. Second, they clearly believe the Toulouse forward is ready for a bigger stage. According to Sky Sports, Ipswich have submitted an offer to Toulouse in an attempt to beat Hull City to the 21-year-o
  
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• Reece James doubtful for England’s crunch World Cup clash with Mexico

  05-07-2026 07:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Reece James doubtful for England’s crunch World Cup clash with MexicoManager Thomas Tuchel continues to sweat over the fitness of Reece James ahead of England’s daunting test against co-hosts Mexico. James missed the Three Lions’ final training session and is a doubt for Monday’s crucial game at the Estadio Azteca, per BBC Sport.  The Chelsea star hasn’t been involved in the last two matches after sustaining a hamstring injury during the goalless draw
  
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• Angel City reports no serious injuries after fireworks show launches projectiles into stands

  05-07-2026 04:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Angel City’s pre-Fourth of July fireworks show got plenty of attention Friday night, just not in the way the team intended.A postgame fireworks show saw multiple projectiles veer sideways into the stands at BMO Stadium, creating a nightmarish scene as a remix of Kanye West’s “All of the Lights” blared over a field lit red. One fan captured the chaos that ensued:Marked safe from Angel City’s firework show pic.twitter.com/zxEHkBSw5i— Jade Ryan (@ThisIsJadeRyan)
  
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• Tuchel praises respectful Mexico fans amid increased security

  05-07-2026 04:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel's England will face Mexico in the World Cup last 16 on Monday at 01:00 BST (18:00 Sunday local time) [Getty Images]Thomas Tuchel has dismissed concerns over England's treatment in Mexico as they prepare to face the World Cup co-hosts - saying it had been "nicer than I expected" and that home fans were "friendly and respectful".Tuchel's side take on Mexico in a last-16 match that kicks off at 18:00 local time on Sunday (Monday 01:00 BST, live on BBC One, iPlayer and Radio 5 Live).On
  
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• Two Brazilian clubs eye World Cup sensation 🤩

  05-07-2026 04:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Two Brazilian clubs eye World Cup sensation 🤩Josimar José Évora Dias, known as Vozinha, was one of the biggest sensations of the FIFA World Cup along with his Cape Verde teammates. And he is reportedly being targeted by two clubs in Brazil’s Série B.According to journalist Marcelo Braga, Atlético Goianiense and Avaí are discussing the possibility of making a move for the 40-year-old goalkeeper.He is a free agent, as his contract with Portugue
  
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• France survive Paraguay's 'disgraceful' and 'embarrassing' dark arts

  05-07-2026 03:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  "Paraguay's players were an absolute disgrace," former England goalkeeper Joe Hart told BBC One. "If they were on my team, I'd be dragging them off the pitch."After dismantling all before them at this World Cup, France had to find a new way to win to keep alive their dream of regaining the trophy they last lifted in 2018. Their 1-0 victory over Paraguay was hard earned.Paraguay had won over neutrals by causing a major shock in the last 32, knocking out Germany on penalties.But, in a bad-tempered
  
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• With a laugh, Tuchel denies altitude pills and dismisses revenge

  05-07-2026 03:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With a laugh, Tuchel denies altitude pills and dismisses revengeMexico vs. England this Sunday (5), valid for the FIFA World Cup round of 16, will be played in Mexico City and at its altitude of 2,240 meters.This situation creates extra concern for the English Team, but the supposed use of a medicine to ease the effects of the altitude was ruled out by coach Thomas Tuchel.English tabloids reported in recent days that WADA, the World Anti-Doping Agency, could grant special authorization
  
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• World Cup 2026: Jesse Marsch insists Canada was 'the better team' in loss to Morocco: 'I'd rather be us than them'

  05-07-2026 03:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jesse Marsch has made it clear he doesn't care about the haters. The American-born Princeton alum who both played and coached at the MLS level before taking over as Canada's frontman is unabashedly himself. Even before the Round of 16 commenced in the 2026 World Cup on Saturday, Marsch had drawn ire for comments he'd made before and during this year's tournament. Plus, he had received criticism for his on-field theatrics, including his celebration after a 6-0 win over Qatar in group play and his
  
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• Thomas Tuchel gives England team news update ahead of crunch Mexico World Cup clash

  05-07-2026 03:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel believes Reece James could return to the England matchday squad for the Three Lions’ crunch World Cup tie against Mexico. Chelsea captain James did not take part in team training at a nearby facility on Saturday afternoon, instead undergoing a personalised programme as he looks to recover from a hamstring injury, but Tuchel said his first-choice right back would undergo a late fitness test before Sunday’s 6pm kick-off. However, Jarrell Quansah is back fit after the ankl
  
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• French football chief condemns Chilavert’s remarks that Les Bleus are ‘a squad from Africa’

  05-07-2026 03:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Philippe Diallo’s France beat Paraguay on Saturday. Photograph: ANP/Getty ImagesThe French football federation president, Philippe Diallo, has condemned José Luis Chilavert after the former Paraguay goalkeeper said Les Bleus are “a squad from Africa”.“I condemn in the strongest possible terms the racist remarks made by José Luis Chilavert against the French national team, which undermine the values of respect, fraternity, and diversity in our football,&rdquo
  
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• 🔝 Simply superb! Mbappé makes even Brazil, England & co pale

  05-07-2026 02:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔝 Simply superb! Mbappé makes even Brazil, England & co paleThat Kylian Mbappé is simply a guaranteed source of goals, he proved once again today in the World Cup round of 16 against Paraguay. Looking at the tournaments since 2018, the Frenchman now has 11 goals in knockout rounds alone. According to data provider Opta, that means he has scored more often than Brazil (10 goals), England (10), Portugal (9), and Spain (4). But it’s not just these footballi
  
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• 🔝 Simply superb! Mbappé even leaves Brazil, England & co behind

  05-07-2026 02:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔝 Simply superb! Mbappé even leaves Brazil, England & co behindKylian Mbappé once again proved today in the World Cup round of 16 against Paraguay that he is simply a guaranteed goalscorer. Looking at the tournaments since 2018, the Frenchman has now scored 11 goals in knockout matches alone. According to the data portal “Opta,” that means he has scored more often than Brazil (10 goals), England (10), Portugal (9), and Spain (4). But it’s not
  
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• 🎥 World Cup highlights: fiery Paraguay! Mbappé saves France with pen

  05-07-2026 02:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 World Cup highlights: fiery Paraguay! Mbappé saves France with penIt was the expected difficult hurdle, and in the end a penalty had to decide the round-of-16 match between France and Paraguay. Kylian Mbappé rescued the French against hard-fighting South Americans. Even scuffing up the penalty spot did not help prevent the goal. Here you can watch the highlights in the video. While Paraguay are now out after their win against Germany, France will face Morocco in
  
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• France overcome stubborn Paraguay to reach quarter-final

  05-07-2026 02:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA World CupParaguay 0 - 1 France FTWorld Cup favourites France were made to sweat to book their quarter-final place but Kylian Mbappe's second-half penalty proved enough to help them past a resolute Paraguay in Philadelphia. Paraguay limited the two-time winners to very few chances until substitute Desire Doue was fouled inside the box by Brighton's Diego Gomez and referee Ilgiz Tantashev pointed to the spot after a video assistant referee (VAR) intervention. Mbappe took the penalty and sent
  
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• 🤯​ Kylian Mbappé is unbelievable at the World Cup

  05-07-2026 01:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤯​ Kylian Mbappé is unbelievable at the World CupIf witnessing the legends of Messi and CR7 on the pitch were not enough, we are fortunate to be living in the era of Kylian Mbappé.
  At just 27 years old, the French star is not only tearing defenses apart, but also putting up numbers that defy all logic. He has played 19 World Cup matches and already has 19 goals!The all-time World Cup top scorers chart has Messi at the top, but Mbappé will have the chance t
  
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