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• 🚨Bombshell: Álvaro Arbeloa is Fulham’s new manager

  08-07-2026 01:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨Bombshell: Álvaro Arbeloa is Fulham’s new managerFulham FC officially announced the appointment of Spaniard Álvaro Arbeloa as its new head coach. The 43-year-old manager, who most recently led Real Madrid’s first team after a successful spell in their youth ranks, signed a contract for the next three seasons, keeping him at Craven Cottage until the summer of 2029.Ambition and attacking football in the Premier LeagueThe London club’s owners, Shahid and Ton
  
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• What we learned from the Arsenal u21s’ pre-season return

  08-07-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What we learned from the Arsenal u21s’ pre-season returnThe Arsenal u21s have returned to London Colney for pre-season, with David Horseman seemingly in charge of the team on an interim basis.Photo via Arsenal.comArsenal have shared photos of the u21 squad returning for pre-season training, with the players linking up at the club’s London Colney training ground on Monday.Jeorge Bird of Arsenal Youth highlights that Arsenal 2025/26 loanees Ismeal Kabia, Louie Copley, and Lucas Nygaard
  
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• Norway World Cup star tracked by Manchester City over potential summer transfer

  08-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Norway World Cup star tracked by Manchester City over potential summer transferManchester City are actively monitoring the market for goalkeeper coverage as uncertainty clouds the future of James Trafford this summer.Free agent Ørjan Nyland has emerged as a target following standout displays for Norway at the FIFA World Cup.Enzo Maresca would face stiff domestic competition to secure the 35-year-old’s signatures, with Leeds United mentioned in reports.Manchester City are tracking th
  
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• Latest quotes show Juventus playing game over striker transfer fee

  08-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Latest quotes show Juventus playing game over striker transfer feeRandal Kolo Muani appeared close to a move to Juventus, but things are not working out as smoothly as expected it seems.If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content.PSG have made a number of major sales already this summer, and the next one looks to be on the way.Randal Kolo Muani looked very close to a move back to Juventus (wh
  
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• Former Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa officially joins Fulham until 2029

  08-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa officially joins Fulham until 2029Real Madrid had to work with two different managers during the last season. After appointing Xabi Alonso last summer, the Merengues decided to part ways with him only in January, and appointed Alvaro Arbeloa in his stead.These two individuals had also seen their careers intertwine as players before that. After playing together for Liverpool, both the players moved to and played for the white club in the same summer.Now, fa
  
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• Report: Bradley Barcola has opened the door to talks with Liverpool

  08-07-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Bradley Barcola has opened the door to talks with LiverpoolBradley Barcola to Liverpool? £116m PSG Decision Could Shape Andoni Iraola’s New AttackLiverpool have a vacancy to fill in the front line and the market is already pointing towards one obvious profile, a wide attacker with pace, directness and the ability to beat defenders one-v-one. According to a report credited to the Daily Mail, Bradley Barcola is open to hearing what both Liverpool and Arsenal have to offer, and
  
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• Report Davinson Sanchez targeted by Como as Chalobah too expensive at Chelsea

  08-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Davinson Sanchez targeted by Como as Chalobah too expensive at ChelseaComo have asked Galatasaray for the availability of Davinson Sanchez, claims Sportitalia transfer pundit Alfredo Pedullà, as Trevoh Chalobah is considered too expensive at Chelsea.The centre-back will turn 31 this weekend, although he is in no mood for celebrating after missing a penalty in Colombia’s Round of 16 World Cup shoot-out defeat to Switzerland.It is no secret that Como are seeking a strong new ce
  
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• Report: Brentford closing in on deal for veteran Premier League striker

  08-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Brentford closing in on deal for veteran Premier League strikerBrentford Closing In on Callum Wilson Deal as Free Transfer Talks Gather PaceBrentford appear to have identified a very specific market opportunity, and they have moved with purpose. According to Sports Boom, the Bees are pushing ahead in talks to sign Callum Wilson on a free transfer, with the report stating that negotiations are progressing well and that an agreement could arrive in the next couple of weeks.Photo IMAGOThat
  
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• Has the World Cup signalled the end of chaos at corners?

  08-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa referees' chief Pierluigi Collina told coaches before the World Cup he did not want to see excessive holding in the penalty area [Getty Images]"If the goal is illegal, then Arsenal won't be English champions."Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp was speaking after Germany had a goal disallowed during their World Cup tie with Paraguay.Jonathan Tah thought he had given Germany a 2-1 lead in extra time, only for the video assistant referee to intervene, with Waldemar Anton adjudged to have block
  
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• LIVE: RÚBEN AMORIM'S PRESS CONFERENCE

  08-07-2026 14:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LIVE: RÚBEN AMORIM'S PRESS CONFERENCEIt's an important day for the Rossoneri world. After his arrival to Milano a few days ago, our new Head Coach Rúben Amorimis set to meet the media in the Press Room at Casa Milan for his first conference. It will be broadcast LIVE on Milan TV, the AC Milan Official App and the official Youtube channel.ThenewAC Milan 2026/27 Home Kit is available: buy it now!
  
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• How to take a World Cup shootout penalty

  08-07-2026 14:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup is entering the quarter-final stage, which means we could have a few more high-stake penalty shootouts ahead of us.Before the knockout stages, BBC Sport and Opta had a look at every World Cup shootout penalty ever taken.But after four memorable shootouts in the last 32 and last 16, we thought it was worth recrunching the numbers.We have already seen the first World Cup sudden-death spot-kicks since 1994, two different shootouts with a joint record five penalties missed, and only th
  
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• Real Madrid accept Premier League bids for two midfielders but both refuse to leave – report

  08-07-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid accept Premier League bids for two midfielders but both refuse to leave – reportReal Madrid’s plans to reshape their midfield this summer have encountered an unexpected hurdle. Despite receiving offers from the Premier League for Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni, neither player is willing to bring their time at the Santiago Bernabeu to an end.The latest Real Madrid transfer news suggests the club accepted proposals for both French midfielders, but the transf
  
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• Cathro's Saint-Etienne to face Rangers in Ibrox friendly

  08-07-2026 14:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Benfica's Jose Mourinho was one of Ian Cathro's opponents in Portugal [Getty Images]Rangers have announced a pre-season friendly with Ian Cathro's Saint-Etienne on Wednesday, 22 July at Ibrox.The 39-year-old Scot was appointed this summer as head coach of the side who finished third in the French second tier last season.He had earned praise after leading Estoril to 10th place in the 18-strong Primeira Liga in Portugal.Cathro started his coaching career with Dundee United and had a short spell in
  
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• Florentino Perez and Jose Mourinho played key roles in Alvaro Arbeloa becoming Fulham manager

  08-07-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Florentino Perez and Jose Mourinho played key roles in Alvaro Arbeloa becoming Fulham managerIn the last 24 hours, former Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has been appointed as the new manager of Fulham. The 43-year-old landed the job one week after he officially left the Bernabeu, although it had been confirmed weeks prior that he would be replaced at the helm by Jose Mourinho.Despite a poor four-month spell as Real Madrid manager, during which he failed to win a trophy, Arbeloa’s st
  
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• Referee scandal peters out, report Rocchi investigation shelved

  08-07-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Referee scandal peters out, report Rocchi investigation shelvedThe investigation into referees and VAR that saw designator Gianluca Rocchi accused of sporting fraud looks like it will be shelved due to a lack of evidence.The scandal erupted on April 25 when Rocchi was placed under formal investigation for participation in sports fraud by Milan Prosecutor Maurizio Ascione.MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – APRIL 10: Referee Gianluca Rocchi reacts during the UEFA Champions League Quarter Final first leg
  
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• Dalic leaves as Croatia coach after nine years

  08-07-2026 14:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zlatko Dalic previously managed Al Ain in the UAE Pro League [Getty Images]Zlatko Dalic has stepped down after nine years as Croatia's head coach following their defeat against Portugal in the World Cup.The 59-year-old took charge in 2017 and guided Croatia to the final of the 2018 World Cup and third place four years later.Croatia exited the delayed 2020 European Championship in the last 16 and failed to reach the knockout stage of Euro 2024, although they were runners-up in the 2023 Nations Le
  
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• Wesley resumes training at Trigoria ahead of preseason

  08-07-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wesley resumes training at Trigoria ahead of preseasonIn less than a week, Roma’s players will gather at the Fulvio Bernardini Sports Center in Trigoria to begin their summer training camp. There will inevitably be some absences given their World Cup commitments, but most of the squad will be available to Gian Piero Gasperini immediately. Wesley will also be among them, having been forced to miss the World Cup with Brazil due to a nasty injury sustained after just a few minutes of the Sele
  
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• Barça Players’ Association Award: Pau Cubarsi and Cata Coll to be honoured

  08-07-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barça Players’ Association Award: Pau Cubarsi and Cata Coll to be honouredRecent Barcelona news has brought another reason for celebration, with Pau Cubarsi and Cata Coll being named the winners of the prestigious 2026 Barça Players’ Association Award, reports Mundo Deportivo. The honour, presented annually by the FC Barcelona Players’ Association, recognises the first-team players who best represent the club’s values through their performances, attitud
  
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• Eric Dier could leave AS Monaco, CEO announces

  08-07-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eric Dier could leave AS Monaco, CEO announcesEric Dier (32) could leave AS Monaco just one year into his three-year deal, according to CEO Thiago Scuro.Dier joined Monaco last summer on a free transfer, following the expiry of his contract at Bayern Munich. However, it was an injury-hit campaign for the Englishman, who was restricted to just 13 appearances in all competitions. There are now doubts pertaining to his continuation at the club. It comes amid the DNCG’s decision to observ
  
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• David wants Juventus stay but faces uphill battle to convince Spalletti

  08-07-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  David wants Juventus stay but faces uphill battle to convince SpallettiJonathan David’s home World Cup campaign is over and he is now expected to report back for pre-season training with Juventus in mid-July, but whilst the Canada international wants to stay on with the Bianconeri in 2026-27, he faces an uphill battle in convincing head coach Luciano Spalletti.Where Juventus stand with Jonathan DavidDavid joined Juventus on a free transfer ahead of the 2025-26 season, but failed to impress
  
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• Confirmed: Real Madrid youth team star bids farewell after three years

  08-07-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Real Madrid youth team star bids farewell after three yearsBruno Galassi’s journey at Real Madrid has officially come to an end. The promising midfielder has announced his departure from the club after two years in the academy setup, with Lazio closing in on the Bruno Galassi transfer.The latest Real Madrid transfer news suggests the Serie A outfit are on the verge of completing a deal worth around €4 million for 50% of the player’s economic rights. As part
  
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• Statesman, comedian and dealer of hard truths: how Kylian Mbappé became the king of this World Cup

  08-07-2026 14:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappé is already his country’s all-time leading scorer.Photograph: Image Photo Agency/Getty ImagesThis has been the World Cup of characters, bold fashion statements, and bantz: we’ve had Thomas Tuchel rubber-banding around the England dressing room like a teen at his first all-ages rave, and Iván Barton booting Miguel Almirón from the field as if sentencing him to death. Mauricio Pochettino and his $500 overshirt have brought fresh energy and inspiration
  
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• Video: Insigne arrives to complete Sampdoria move – contract details revealed

  08-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Video: Insigne arrives to complete Sampdoria move – contract details revealedLorenzo Insigne is back in Italy and is set to sign for Sampdoria in Serie B on a one-year contract with a potential option to extend.Insigne was filmed arriving at the airport in Milan late on Tuesday evening and is reportedly having his medical tests with Sampdoria in Genoa on Wednesday.The 35-year-old former Napoli and Italy star is available on a free transfer following his brief spell with Pescara in the seco
  
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• Mourinho to speak to several Real Madrid stars next week; could lead to departures – report

  08-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho to speak to several Real Madrid stars next week; could lead to departures – reportJose Mourinho’s first week of pre-season at Real Madrid could be important for several players whose futures remain uncertain.The Portuguese coach is expected to evaluate the squad closely before making decisions on who fits into his plans.According to Ruben Martin of AS, Mourinho will hold conversations with several players after assessing them during the opening days of pre-season. He will th
  
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• Barcelona to take part in triangluar pre-season tournament with Premier League and Serie A clubs

  08-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona to take part in triangluar pre-season tournament with Premier League and Serie A clubsFC Barcelona’s preparations for the new season are almost fully scheduled, with Hansi Flick’s side adding another friendly to an already busy preseason programme.Alongside matches against CE Europa and Birmingham City, the Catalan club are now set to take part in a triangular tournament featuring Udinese and Nottingham Forest, reports Mundo Deportivo.Pre-season negins on 13 JulyThe Barcelo
  
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• World Cup quarterfinals picks: Predictions and best bets for every match

  08-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup quarterfinals are upon us, and there are no more Cinderellas, unless you want to count steady-but-not-spectacular Switzerland. Getting through a group stage and two knockout rounds without being a legit contender is almost impossible. With eight teams left, we’re down to the best of the best, and the margins are fine. One bounce or whistle or stumble can be the difference between a legendary upset and an embarrassing result.  The bets are more challenging too, with teams
  
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• Paul Pogba could leave AS Monaco this summer, CEO announces

  08-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Paul Pogba could leave AS Monaco this summer, CEO announcesPaul Pogba (33) could leave just one season into his two-year deal at AS Monaco, the Principality club’s CEO, Thiago Scuro, has announced.Pogba joined last summer, following the expiry of his ban for doping. It was difficult to imagine him hitting the heights of yesteryear, however, with just six appearances, one start, and 115 minutes accumulated, La Pioche fell below expectations. Naturally, his performances were not en
  
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• Steur deal 'another sign Newcastle's approach to recruitment is changing'

  08-07-2026 13:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]BBC Radio Newcastle's Matthew Raisbeck says the prospective deal to sign 18-year-old Ajax midfielder Sean Steur is "another sign that Newcastle's approach to recruitment is shifting and changing".The deal for Steur comes as the Magpies continue to reinvest in the squad after midfielder Sandro Tonali joined Tottenham for a fee worth up to £100m."This is a transfer that has come out of the blue really," said Raisbeck."He is not a name that has really been out there and mentione
  
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• Croatia boss Zlatko Dalic steps down after World Cup exit

  08-07-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Croatia boss Zlatko Dalic has stepped down following the nation’s World Cup exit, the Croatian Football Federation has announced.The 59-year-old, who was appointed head coach in October 2017, has ended his near nine-year reign in the wake of his side’s last 32 defeat by Portugal.A statement on the federation’s official X account said: “A humble arrival. An unforgettable journey. A proud farewell. Following nearly nine years, head coach Zlatko Dalic has decided to close hi
  
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• Confirmed: Liverpool face three Premier League fixture changes

  08-07-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Liverpool face three Premier League fixture changesLiverpool Fixture Changes Confirmed for August and SeptemberLiverpool now have greater clarity over the opening weeks of the 2026/27 campaign, and the headline is straightforward, Andoni Iraola will get no easing-in period.Three more Premier League fixtures have been moved for live television, locking in Liverpool’s schedule through to the extended autumn international break. The dates matter, the kick-off times matter, and for
  
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