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• Brighton make £29m bid for Serie A defender

  28-06-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brighton make £29m bid for Serie A defenderBrighton test Atalanta resolve with £30m move for Honest AhanorBrighton have underlined their growing ambition in the transfer market by submitting a reported £30m bid for Honest Ahanor, with the highly rated teenage defender emerging as one of the most sought-after young talents in European football.According to the original source, Football Italia, the Premier League club have lodged an offer worth around €34 million, approximat
  
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• 2026 World Cup rankings: Ranking each team as the knockout rounds arrive

  28-06-2026 18:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With the 2026 World Cup here, it's time to rank all 48 teams from 48 to 1 based on how likely they are to win it all. MORE — Daily schedule for 2026 World CupWe will update this ranking throughout the tournament, as things will change pretty drastically during the largest World Cup in history.You can watch every single 2026 World Cup game live across Universo, Telemundo and Peacock en Espanol, here.Below we rank all 48 teams at the 2026 men's World Cup and group them into categories o
  
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• Injury could prove nightmare for Manchester United’s plans

  28-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Injury could prove nightmare for Manchester United’s plansMan Utd face anxious wait as Ugarte injury raises transfer uncertaintyManchester United’s summer plans have been thrown into fresh uncertainty – according to the Daily Mail – after Manuel Ugarte suffered a worrying knee injury while representing Uruguay, leaving the club awaiting the results of medical assessments before determining both his recovery timeline and any potential impact on their transfer strategy.The
  
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• Who do Scotland fans want as the next head coach?

  28-06-2026 18:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ange Postecoglou, David Moyes and Alex Neil are popular suggestions to replace Steve Clarke [Getty Images]Steve Clarke and the Scotland squad have not even left their World Cup base yet and already the attention has turned to what comes next.A search will soon start after the shock news of the head coach's resignation in the early hours of Sunday Scotland-time, but who will replace him?Could it be a big name? Do they have to be Scottish? Who are the realistic candidates? Here's what the fans are
  
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• Lewis Steele: Arsenal considering shock move for Liverpool star

  28-06-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lewis Steele: Arsenal considering shock move for Liverpool starLiverpool Midfielder Curtis Jones Linked With Arsenal as Lewis Steele Shares Transfer UpdateCurtis Jones has reached one of those awkward footballing crossroads where every option carries logic, risk and a little bit of politics.The Liverpool midfielder made 49 appearances last season under Arne Slot, scoring three goals and adding three assists. He also filled in at right back when injuries to Jeremie Frimpong and Conor Bradley left
  
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• St Mirren captain O'Hara joins Kilmarnock

  28-06-2026 18:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]St Mirren captain Mark O'Hara has departed the club and re-joined fellow Scottish Premiership side Kilmarnock on a two-year deal. The 30-year-old was out of contract after four years in Paisley. O'Hara scored 25 goals in his 142 St Mirren appearances, helped the club to three top-six finishes, European football and last season's League Cup win. The midfielder began his career with Killie's youth academy and made 87 appearances for the first team before joining Dundee in 2016, where he worke
  
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• Roma consider Pisilli untouchable

  28-06-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma consider Pisilli untouchableNiccolò Pisilli imagined a different American summer. He dreamed of experiencing the World Cup with Italy, but instead he had to settle, so to speak, for a vacation in Miami with his girlfriend Anastasia Conti, just steps away from his teammates Koné and El Aynaoui, who were key players during the tournament. His future, however, remains firmly in Trigoria. In recent days, Como once again came knocking on Roma’s door, but they received a clear
  
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• PSG on stand-by in the race to sign Liverpool target Yan Diomandé

  28-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG on stand-by in the race to sign Liverpool target Yan DiomandéPSG are waiting to hear from RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomandé (19)’s decision about the next step of his career move before making a move for the Ivory Coast international, according to RMC Sport’s Fabrice Hawkins. The 19-year-old has made no harm to his blossoming reputation in proving instrumental for Emerse Faé’s Les Éléphants during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Dioma
  
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• Nico Paz’s father confirms Como deal, teases future Real Madrid return

  28-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico Paz’s father confirms Como deal, teases future Real Madrid returnIn the last 48 hours, it has been confirmed that Nico Paz will not be returning to Real Madrid, despite his buy-back clause being activated. An agreement was subsequently reached for Como to immediately re-sign him for €60m, thus meaning that Los Blancos have made an instant €51m profit on the 21-year-old Argentine.As part of the new agreement, Real Madrid have also retained another buy-back clause, valued at &
  
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• Lille open door to Manchester City transfer for Ayyoub Bouaddi

  28-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lille open door to Manchester City transfer for Ayyoub BouaddiLille would prefer Ayyoub Bouaddi to move to the Premier League over another French clubMan City are monitoring the 18-year-old amid ongoing uncertainty over their midfield optionsNo guarantee Bouaddi moves to City this summer, with a further year at Lille also on the tableManchester City may be a preferred destination for Lille when it comes to the future of Ayyoub Bouaddi this summer, according to a new report.Ayyoub Bouaddi has eme
  
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• First look: Inter’s leaked 2026/27 away shirt revealed

  28-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  First look: Inter’s leaked 2026/27 away shirt revealedImages claiming to show Inter’s away kit for the 2026/27 season have surfaced online, courtesy of Footy Headlines.The leaked design features a predominantly white shirt, decorated with thin vertical pinstripes in bright blue, whilst navy trim frames the V-neck collar and sleeve cuffs, lending the strip a cleaner, more classic feel.The Nike swoosh, betsson.sport sponsor and the Nerazzurri’s two-starred crest all appear in mat
  
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• De Ligt on Juventus: ‘Chiellini helped me in every way’ as defender recalls daunting start

  28-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  De Ligt on Juventus: ‘Chiellini helped me in every way’ as defender recalls daunting startMatthijs de Ligt has looked back on his time at Juventus as a defining chapter in his career, crediting Giorgio Chiellini with helping him settle into one of European football’s most demanding dressing rooms.The Netherlands defender, now at Manchester United, joined the Bianconeri from Ajax in 2019 as one of the most coveted young centre-backs in the game, spending three seasons in Turin.S
  
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• Bayern Munich Free Agent Goretzka Lands on Atlético Madrid’s Midfield Radar

  28-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich Free Agent Goretzka Lands on Atlético Madrid’s Midfield RadarDiario AS report that Leon Goretzka (31, German) has been offered to Atlético Madrid as the club continues to pursue midfield reinforcements ahead of the 2026-27 season. The Bayern Munich midfielder’s contract expires on June 30, making him a free agent this week, and his representatives have put him on Los Colchoneros’ radar as potential destinations are weighed up across Europe.Atlé
  
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• 🤕Terrible news: Ugarte has torn his ligaments

  28-06-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤕Terrible news: Ugarte has torn his ligamentsUruguay’s painful elimination from the 2026 World Cup after a 1-0 loss to Spain brought more tragic news. Medical tests confirmed the worst-case scenario for midfielder Manuel Ugarte, who suffered a torn ACL in his left knee.A huge blow for La Celeste and Manchester UnitedThe unfortunate incident happened in the 43rd minute of the first half, just before Spain’s goal, when the midfielder challenged Pedri for the ball. The 25-year-o
  
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• 🤕Official medical update: Ugarte suffered a ligament injury

  28-06-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤕Official medical update: Ugarte suffered a ligament injuryUruguay’s painful elimination from the 2026 World Cup after a 1-0 defeat to Spain brought more tragic news. Medical tests confirmed the worst-case scenario for midfielder Manuel Ugarte, who suffered a torn ACL in his left knee.A huge blow for La Celeste and Manchester UnitedThe unfortunate incident happened in the 43rd minute of the first half, just before Spain’s goal, when the midfielder challenged Pedri for the bal
  
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• Strasbourg considering Thomas Frank to succeed Gary O’Neil

  28-06-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Strasbourg considering Thomas Frank to succeed Gary O’NeilBlueCo-owned Ligue 1 side RC Strasbourg Alsace are considering the appointment of former Tottenham Hotspur head coach Thomas Frank, according to reliable French football insider Mohamed Toubache-Ter. The Alsatians are in the market for a manager following Gary O’Neil’s rather unexpected exit barely six months into the job. The Brit replaced Chelsea-bound Liam Rosenior before making a return to the Premier League wit
  
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• Jurgen Klopp shares his thoughts on Liverpool sacking Arne Slot

  28-06-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jurgen Klopp shares his thoughts on Liverpool sacking Arne SlotJurgen Klopp Reflects on Arne Slot Exit as Liverpool Enter New Era Under Andoni IraolaLiverpool have never been a club that stands still for long. Success creates expectation, expectation creates pressure, and pressure often shapes decisions that can appear ruthless from the outside. That reality has been underlined once again following Arne Slot’s departure and the arrival of Andoni Iraola.Jurgen Klopp has now offered his firs
  
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• 🤔Gavi and Zubimendi... Both left out by De la Fuente?

  28-06-2026 17:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤔Gavi and Zubimendi... Both left out by De la Fuente?After the win against Uruguay, Spain came away with mixed feelings. A victory is always a reason to celebrate, but there are two players who have not been very happy.
  We’re talking about Zubimendi, who still hasn’t played, while Rodri has played every minute. It is said to be because he arrived very tired after a long season with Arsenal, but it is still striking.At the same time, the other player who has created a bit of u
  
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• Como set sights on another 21-year-old Real Madrid starlet after Nico Paz deal – report

  28-06-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como set sights on another 21-year-old Real Madrid starlet after Nico Paz deal – reportReal Madrid and Como 1907 had quite a busy week as the two clubs were locked in negotiations to sort out the future of young playmaker Nico Paz.Los Blancos had a €9 million buyback option on their former academy gem, who wished to continue in Italy after two successful seasons.Finally, an agreement was settled wherein Real Madrid activated the buyback clause only to sell Nico back to Como for €
  
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• World Cup midfielder likely to be outside of Newcastle’s range

  28-06-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup midfielder likely to be outside of Newcastle’s rangeNewcastle Utd make Nmecha decision as £73.5m clause truth emergesNewcastle Utd’s search for midfield reinforcements remains active, but one of the most eye-catching names linked with a move to St James’ Park appears out of reach for now after fresh details emerged over Felix Nmecha’s contract situation at Borussia Dortmund.According to Chronicle Live, Eddie Howe remains an admirer of the Germany internati
  
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• World Cup midfielder likely to be outside Newcastle range

  28-06-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup midfielder likely to be outside Newcastle rangeNewcastle Utd make Nmecha decision as £73.5m clause truth emergesNewcastle Utd’s search for midfield reinforcements remains active, but one of the most eye-catching names linked with a move to St James’ Park appears out of reach for now after fresh details emerged over Felix Nmecha’s contract situation at Borussia Dortmund.According to Chronicle Live, Eddie Howe remains an admirer of the Germany international, yet N
  
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• Fourteen-man Louth stun Monaghan in chaotic quarter-final

  28-06-2026 16:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Louth will contest an All-Ireland semi-final for the first time since 1957 [Getty Images]Louth defied an early red card to stun neighbours Monaghan and reach the All-Ireland semi-finals for the first time since 1957 with an epic 0-27 to 2-18 win at Croke Park. Louth played for over an hour with 14 men after midfielder Sean Callaghan was sent off after just seven minutes, while the Farney men were without the services of hugely influential goalkeeper Rory Beggan, who was ruled out just before thr
  
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• Real Madrid defender Militao looking forward to Jose Mourinho era: ‘I’m eager to train again’

  28-06-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid defender Militao looking forward to Jose Mourinho era: ‘I’m eager to train again’Vinicius Jr. and Endrick are representing Real Madrid in the Brazilian national team at the ongoing FIFA World Cup, but they should ideally have been joined by two more players – Rodrygo and Eder Militao.While the former suffered a devastating ACL injury, the latter faced a hamstring injury just when he seemed to be finding his feet back after the back-to-back ACL blows he recover
  
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• Real Madrid defender in limbo as wait for exit decision goes on

  28-06-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid defender in limbo as wait for exit decision goes onReal Madrid are focusing their efforts on exits for the time being, having been left satisfied with the four signings they have already made. Dani Ceballos has already departed after he agreed a mutual contract terminated with the club, and in the coming weeks, more players will be leaving the Bernabeu – and one of them will almost certainly be Fran Garcia.The arrival of Marc Cucurella means that Garcia has dropped to fourth in
  
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• Inter move to lock down Pio Esposito as Napoli & Man Utd background revealed

  28-06-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter move to lock down Pio Esposito as Napoli & Man Utd background revealedInter are moving to secure the long-term future of Pio Esposito, with transfer journalist Alfredo Pedulla reporting the Nerazzurri are ready to commit firmly to the striker who turns 21 today.It caps a breakout campaign for the forward, who returned from a prolific loan at Spezia to score seven Serie A goals and play his part in Inter’s domestic double.He also broke into the senior Italy setup, scoring against
  
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• Barcelona 22-year-old homegrown star rejects approach from AC Milan – report

  28-06-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona 22-year-old homegrown star rejects approach from AC Milan – reportMarc Casado is one of the players at FC Barcelona staring at an uncertain future heading into the summer transfer window.The 22-year-old, after all, has endured a difficult past year with regular minutes becoming hard to come by under manager Hansi Flick.Casado finds himself behind Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, Marc Bernal, and Gavi in the pecking order, while the manager also preferred Eric Garcia and Dani Olmo ahead of
  
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• Wallace case repeats a costly script for Cruzeiro

  28-06-2026 16:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wallace case repeats a costly script for CruzeiroCruzeiro has decided the future of defensive midfielder Walace, who had been sidelined from the main squad since April.The player has been loaned to Vitória until the end of the year. However, his departure only partially eases the wage bill.According to ge, Cruzeiro will continue to pay 50% of the player’s wages.Walace’s case follows a recent and costly pattern behind the scenes at the club: players signed with high expectation
  
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• Nico Paz after World Cup debut: “Realised a life-long dream”

  28-06-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico Paz after World Cup debut: “Realised a life-long dream”Nico Paz has grown in stature in Serie A and he is set to stay at Como. To make things better, the attacking midfielder made his World Cup debut for Argentina earlier today.Even if he didn’t score, he made a mark with his ability on the ball and showed that he can easily make the cut at the highest level.He spoke to FIFA’s official channels after the win over Jordan, making it clear that this was life-long dream
  
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• More Nations, More Dreams: The Impact of the 48-Team World Cup

  28-06-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  More Nations, More Dreams: The Impact of the 48-Team World CupThe first 48-team World Cup is almost at the business end of the group stage, and it’s safe to say it has been positive overall, even if there have been mixed outcomes for several different reasons. The main hook was to increase the number of teams competing in the tournament, which has seen the likes of Curacao, Jordan, Uzbekistan, and Cape Verde compete at the World Cup for the first time, giving them unforgettable moments and
  
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• Mertesacker on Italy’s World Cup absence: ”They don’t deserve to be talked about’

  28-06-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mertesacker on Italy’s World Cup absence: ”They don’t deserve to be talked about’Per Mertesacker has delivered a blunt verdict on Italy’s modern decline, telling German broadcaster ZDF that the four-time world champions no longer warrant discussion at a tournament they have again failed to reach.The former Arsenal and Germany defender appeared alongside ex-Germany international Christoph Kramer on Friday evening, where the presenter raised the question of the Azzurr
  
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