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• Brennan hails 'tiny margins' after win over Derry

  14-06-2026 00:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Meath manager Robbie Brennan hailed his side's resilience and composure after they edged past Derry in a dramatic All-Ireland SFC Round 2B clash at Celtic Park.The Royals boss said post-match that he "knew we were at that level" despite recent provincial and All-Ireland championship defeats to Westmeath and Cork.Meath won a chaotic encounter 1-24 to 1-20 after a tense second half that saw both sides reduced to 13 men following a flurry of black cards, but Brennan said his players had already pro
  
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• Ousmane Dembele on the painful “best decision” he made in his career

  14-06-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Ousmane Dembele on the painful “best decision” he made in his careerOusmane Dembele worked all his life to play for his boyhood team, Barcelona. But in the end, it was leaving the Nou Camp that was the making of him.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.Ousmane Dembele has been speaking to the Spanish media about his decision to leave Barcelona and join PSG in 2023.“In
  
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• Real Madrid agree £47.5m deal for Chelsea's Cucurella

  14-06-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Cucurella won the Conference League and Club World Cup at Chelsea [Getty Images]Real Madrid have a verbal agreement in place worth £47.5m, with a further £4.3m in add-ons, to sign Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella after the World Cup.The 27-year-old is currently with Spain at the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico, but a deal has been struck between all parties for a permanent transfer.Since president Florentino Perez was re-elected and appointed Jose Mourinho as manage
  
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• Major Juventus change at the top sparks bid for €20m Liverpool star

  14-06-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Major Juventus change at the top sparks bid for €20m Liverpool starLiverpool are making big changes on the wings this summer. We could see Cody Gakpo depart as Tottenham looms into focus as a destination for the Dutchman. Mohamed Salah is also facing an exit - having reached an agreement to rip up his £400k per week contract one year early.And one more casualty during the offseason is likely to be Federico Chiesa. The 28-year-old joined Liverpool back in 2024 from Juventus in a deal t
  
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• 2026 World Cup: Germany vs. Curacao confirmed line-ups

  14-06-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  2026 World Cup: Germany vs. Curacao confirmed line-upsJulian Nagelsmann is able to call upon veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer for Germany’s opening game of the 2026 World Cup, as Die Mannschaft open their campaign against the smallest nation in the tournament’s history, Curacao.Germany vs. Curacao is the first match to take place in Group E, and will be followed by Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador at midnight later this evening.There are no Serie A representatives in either squad: Inter’
  
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• 🎥 It’s left to right again! Oranje fans in World Cup fever

  14-06-2026 18:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  🎥 It’s left to right again! Oranje fans in World Cup feverBack at Euro 2024, the Netherlands fans already created a fantastic atmosphere on the streets in and around the stadiums. And now in the USA at the World Cup, the by-now globally famous party hit by the band Snollebollekes, "Left Right," is once again setting off the cheerful swaying in "Oranje." Ahead of the Dutch clash with Japan, the World Cup euphoria can really be felt in Dallas too. Of course, former players
  
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• MacIntyre signs new three-year Hibs deal

  14-06-2026 18:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  Midfielder Jacob MacIntyre has signed a new three-year contract with Hibs, keeping him at the club until summer 2029.The 20-year-old spent last season on loan in the Championship with Arbroath, making 36 appearances."Jacob is a talented young player who has developed steadily through every age group at the club," said Hibs head coach David Gray."We've all seen a big improvement in his development while he trained with the first-team group, while on loan last season. He is a very coachable player
  
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• Clayton reunited with Clark at Hartlepool

  14-06-2026 18:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  Adam Clayton in action for Bradford City [Shutterstock]Adam Clayton has been reunited with Lee Clark at Hartlepool United after signing a two-year deal to become his number two.Clayton, 37, featured under Clark at Huddersfield Town following their promotion to the Championship in 2012.The former midfielder also had spells at Leeds United and Middlesbrough during a playing career of more than 500 games.Clayton had his first managerial role in charge of non-league Matlock Town for 12 months until
  
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• Fifa will not punish Fox for breaking advertising rules during World Cup opener

  14-06-2026 18:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  Javier Aguirre talks with his Mexico players during a hydration break in last week’s World Cup opener.Photograph: Yuri Cortéz/AFP/Getty ImagesFox will not face any sanction from Fifa for breaking the governing body’s advertising rules during the opening game of the World Cup between Mexico and South Africa last week.The US broadcaster broke Fifa’s strict guidelines for showing commercials during hydration breaks on the first occasion they were in operation by returning t
  
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• Allegri could waive Milan severance pay in order to facilitate Napoli move

  14-06-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Allegri could waive Milan severance pay in order to facilitate Napoli moveReports in Italy claim that Massimiliano Allegri could give up on the severance pay he is owed from Milan in order to take up the vacant head coach position at Napoli.Milan night not have to pay any severance pay to AllegriAllegri was dismissed as head coach of Milan the day after the 2025-26 season came to an end.He is widely expected to take over as head coach of Napoli, replacing Antonio Conte on a two-year contract, ho
  
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• Morgan the hero as Tyrone edge Mayo

  14-06-2026 18:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  Niall Morgan [left] kicked a winning two-point free [Getty Images]Niall Morgan's last gasp two-point free saw Tyrone edge Mayo 0-22 to 1-18 at Healy Park to book their place in the last eight of the All-Ireland SFC.Darren McCurry kicked five points after coming on as a second half substitute, this was vital as the sides were level ten times throughout the game.The Red Hands were boosted ahead of throw-in with news that influential forward Darragh Canavan had been added to the match-day panel amo
  
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• Transfer news, 14 June 💰

  14-06-2026 18:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  Transfer news, 14 June 💰With just a few days to go before the opening of the 2026 summer transfer window, OneFootball brings you a daily transfer roundup. Official announcements, major rumours: the key transfer news from this Sunday, 14 June, can be found here!It’s official ✍️- Pedro Porro has extended his contract with Tottenham, the club announced this Sunday.Credible rumours ✅- According to Fabrizio Romano, Marc Cucurella will join Real Madrid for six sea
  
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• Why will Uruguay v Saudi Arabia referee wear pink?

  14-06-2026 18:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  Flamingos, convertible Cadillacs cruising down Ocean Drive, Art Deco buildings and, of course, the sunsets...Miami is synonymous with the colour pink, and now the influence has spread to officials at the World Cup, who have been based in the South Florida city in the lead-up to the tournament.Italian referee Maurizio Mariani and his team taking charge of Monday's Group H game between Uruguay and Saudi Arabia (23:00 BST) will wear pink jerseys to 'pay homage' to the city and its hospitality.Iconi
  
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• Justin Trudeau responds to critics after skipping Canada World Cup game for Katy Perry

  14-06-2026 18:36 via yahoo.com
  Former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau has defended himself after receiving criticism for missing Canada’s first World Cup match to support his pop star girlfriend, Katy Perry. The 54-year-old opted to attend the US opening ceremony, where Perry was performing, rather than his country's first game in the international football tournament against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Friday.Responding to the backlash on social media platform X on Sunday, Mr Trudeau posted: "Sometimes supportive
  
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• Barcelona looking at Premier League teenager as Julian Alvarez alternative – report

  14-06-2026 18:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona looking at Premier League teenager as Julian Alvarez alternative – reportFC Barcelona are increasingly aware that the striker market is becoming exceptionally difficult this summer. There are few realistic options available and even fewer proven forwards who are genuinely attainable. As a result, the club remains committed to pursuing Julian Alvarez for as long as possible. Deco and Hansi Flick see the Atletico Madrid star as the ideal addition to strengthen the attack, and Bar&c
  
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• Report: Aston Villa ready to replace club legend with Serie A star

  14-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report: Aston Villa ready to replace club legend with Serie A starAston Villa Eye Zion Suzuki as Martínez Succession Plan Takes ShapeAston Villa’s summer planning appears to have reached a significant stage, with Sports Boom reporting that Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki has emerged as a priority alternative target if Emiliano Martínez leaves the club.The situation around Martínez has been building for some time. Villa are not pushing blindly into the market, but the club
  
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• Real Madrid agree deal to sign Cucurella from Chelsea

  14-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Real Madrid agree deal to sign Cucurella from ChelseaReal Madrid have agreed to sign Chelsea full-back Marc Cucurella in a deal worth over €50 million (£43m), according to Fabrizio Romano.The Spain international defender reportedly wanted to leave Stamford Bridge this summer due to Chelsea’s inconsistency and now seems set to join Jose Mourinho’s side.Barcelona and Atletico Madrid were after his signature, but Real Madrid have won the race, bringing an end to his four-year
  
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• Here we go: Real Madrid bag their fourth summer signing as Chelsea star agrees deal

  14-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Here we go: Real Madrid bag their fourth summer signing as Chelsea star agrees dealEver since the conclusion of the presidential elections, in which Florentino Perez was able to retain power, Real Madrid have been on a roll in the transfer market.The club have already struck deals with at least three players in the market so far, in the form of Ibrahima Konate, Denzel Dumfries and Bernardo Silva, with the Konate deal likely to be officiated after the World Cup.Now, Real Madrid have made yet anot
  
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• 🚨 Reports: Real Madrid agree terms with Spain star

  14-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  🚨 Reports: Real Madrid agree terms with Spain starThe World Cup is in full swing, but of course the clubs are not standing still during this time. The squads have to be planned. Real Madrid are already hard at work. As confirmed by Fabrizio Romano, among others, with his world-famous “Here we go!”, Los Blancos have reached a verbal agreement with Marc Cucurella and Chelsea Football Club over a transfer this summer. Accordingly, Real are set to trigger the €50 millio
  
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• Virgil van Dijk to confirm retirement decision after the World Cup

  14-06-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Virgil van Dijk to confirm retirement decision after the World CupVirgil van Dijk’s World Cup Farewell Carries Weight for LiverpoolVirgil van Dijk has rarely done sentiment in public. His career has been built on control, presence and a refusal to let noise become the story. Yet the confirmation that the Liverpool defender is expected to retire from international football after the 2026 World Cup gives this tournament a deeper emotional edge.According to Dutch publication SoccerNews.nl, Va
  
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• Portugal to carry Diogo Jota’s memory into World Cup as they embrace tournament pressure

  14-06-2026 18:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  Portugal’s star-studded squad, featuring Cristiano Ronaldo, has arrived in the United States for the expanded 48-team World Cup acutely aware of the immense expectations resting on their shoulders. Tipped as one of the favourites to lift their first-ever World Cup trophy, the players are, however, adopting a pragmatic, game-by-game approach rather than looking too far ahead.Midfielder Vitinha articulated this cautious optimism on Saturday, speaking through a translator before the team&rsqu
  
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• Real Madrid move quickly to seal €50m deal for Chelsea defender

  14-06-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Real Madrid move quickly to seal €50m deal for Chelsea defenderAfter agreeing deals for Ibrahim Konate, Denzel Dumfries and Bernardo Silva, Real Madrid are now set to secure their fourth signing of the summer. Jose Mourinho has been keen to bring a new left-back into his new squad, and the club have moved quickly to secure the services of one of the best players in the world in the position.In the last 24 hours, it was reported that Real Madrid have registered their interest in Marc Cucurel
  
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• Manchester City academy graduate pens emotional farewell letter upon permanent exit

  14-06-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester City academy graduate pens emotional farewell letter upon permanent exitSimpson-Pusey bids farewell to Man City after completing a permanent move to FC KölnCity will receive an initial €5.5M with add-ons potentially taking the total to €7.5MA buy-back clause and matching rights have been inserted into the dealJahmai Simpson-Pusey has bid an emotional farewell to Manchester City after completing a permanent move to FC Köln, describing his time at the club as “
  
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• Just in: Barcelona full-back target reaches verbal agreement to join Real Madrid

  14-06-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Just in: Barcelona full-back target reaches verbal agreement to join Real MadridIn a major development, Chelsea left-back Marc Cucurella, who was a target for FC Barcelona this summer, has now reached a verbal agreement to join Real Madrid.The 27-year-old former La Masia defender will return to Spain, but will play for his boyhood club’s arch-rivals from next season onwards.Cucurella was on Barcelona’s radarComing into the summer, Barcelona were keeping an eye on the left-back market
  
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• 💥Fabrizio Romano bombshell: Cucurella to Real Madrid

  14-06-2026 18:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  💥Fabrizio Romano bombshell: Cucurella to Real MadridThe Spanish full-back would join Los Blancos after the World Cup after paying the €50 million release clause to Chelsea.
  A lightning-fast deal, with hardly anyone seeing it coming, and one that could be among the biggest of the summer. Fabrizio Romano reports that Marc Cucurella would be Real Madrid’s new signing and has already confirmed it with his famous HERE WE GO.There is already said to be a verbal agreement between all
  
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• VAR will punish more divers at the World Cup – but only in one scenario

  14-06-2026 18:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  VAR will continue to punish divers at the 2026 World Cup if they get away with simulation – but only if the tackler is incorrectly booked.It follows an incident in the USA’s first game of the tournament against Paraguay in Los Angeles on Friday which caused some confusion inside the SoFi Stadium.Paraguayan winger Miguel Almiron was dribbling towards the penalty area when he went down under pressure from US captain Tim Ream. The Dutch referee, Danny Makkelie, awarded Paraguay a free-k
  
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• Manchester City confident about renewing Real Madrid target until 2031 with improved salary – Romano

  14-06-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City confident about renewing Real Madrid target until 2031 with improved salary – RomanoReal Madrid new manager Jose Mourinho has identified the defensive line as one of the major weaknesses in the squad and is already working to strengthen the department before next season.Ibrahima Konate and Denzel Dumfries have already signed for Los Blancos, with the moves expected to be made official after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Beyond that, the Portuguese tactician continues to scour the
  
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• 📋 Germany name line-up for World Cup opener against Curaçao

  14-06-2026 17:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Germany name line-up for World Cup opener against CuraçaoOne of the contenders for the FIFA World Cup trophy, Germany is LINEUP CONFIRMED for its debut, against Curaçao.The ball gets rolling at 2 pm this Sunday (14), opening Group E — which also includes Ivory Coast and Ecuador.
  Coach Julian Nagelsmann has all 26 players available. With that, he is fielding his ideal team for the opener.In goal, Neuer comes in for Baumann (who started for much of the cycle). Neuer h
  
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• Real Madrid star will leave this summer if club pushes for exit

  14-06-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star will leave this summer if club pushes for exitThere are a number of players that could leave Real Madrid during the upcoming summer transfer window, which opens for business next month. Jose Mourinho will have the final say on the members of his squad that could depart, and one of the players that falls into this category is Brahim Diaz.Since returning from Milan three years ago, Brahim has established himself as an important squad player at the Bernabeu. He’s recorded 20
  
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• McKennie: ‘World Cup will change football in America, Pulisic ready when it matters’

  14-06-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  McKennie: ‘World Cup will change football in America, Pulisic ready when it matters’Weston McKennie believes that hosting the 2026 World Cup will ‘change football in the United States’, says that Milan’s Christian Pulisic will always be ready in decisive moments, but says that he has not heard much from the developments taking place at Juventus.McKennie on a flying start to the 2026 World Cup with the USAMcKennie and his USMNT colleagues got their home World Cup cam
  
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