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• Cheltenham sign Exeter defender and 'leader' Sweeney

  29-06-2026 10:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cheltenham Town have signed Exeter City captain and defender Pierce Sweeney after the end of his contract at St James Park.The 31-year-old spent 10 years with the Grecians, making over 430 appearances for the fellow League Two outfit. He was an ever-present for Exeter in League One last season as the Devon side were relegated back to the fourth tier. The Irish defender was offered a new deal this summer but turned it down "to pursue a new opportunity".He told the Cheltenham website: "Having play
  
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• The harsh reality behind Scotland fans' calls for Moyes & Postecoglou

  29-06-2026 16:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  David Moyes (left) said in 2021 that he would be interested in the Scotland job in the future, while Ange Postecoglou (right) is currently out of work [Getty Images]The Scottish FA insist they will "cast the net as far and wide" as they can to find Steve Clarke's successor - but has elite club football shrunk the pool of big catches?Following the shock news of Clarke's resignation, many names have been put forward by fans in group chats and on social media, though two stand out above the others.
  
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• Former Colchester and EFL chairman Heard dies

  29-06-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Colchester United chairman Peter Heard, whose roles in football included leading the English Football League, has died at the age of 87.Heard oversaw Colchester's rise from the fourth tier to the Championship - their highest-ever level - during his tenure as chairman, which began in 1998.He sold United in 2006, stood down as chairman in 2007, and became life president of the club a year later. A key figure in his club's move from Layer Road to the Colchester Community Stadium in 2008, Hea
  
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• Kerr joins NWSL side Gotham FC

  29-06-2026 16:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sam Kerr won 11 major trophies at Chelsea [Getty Images]Australia striker Sam Kerr has joined Gotham FC on a four-year deal following her departure from Chelsea.The 32-year-old - Chelsea's all-time top scorer in the Women's Super League - announced her Blues exit in May with her contract expiring.Kerr scored 116 times in 158 appearances for Chelsea and netted the winning goal in her final game at home to Manchester United."I'm incredibly excited to return to Gotham FC and to this city," said Ker
  
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• Man City chairman lists three traits that convinced him to hire Enzo Maresca

  29-06-2026 16:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has revealed the three traits that convinced him to make new boss Enzo Maresca the successor to Pep Guardiola.Former Chelsea and Leicester boss Maresca faces the monumental task of taking over from City’s greatest-ever manager, who left at the end of the season after securing six Premier League titles and a Champions League across a trophy-laden decade in Manchester.The 46-year-old is no stranger to the club, having spent a season as an assistan
  
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• Real Madrid star silencing critics with World Cup defensive numbers

  29-06-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star silencing critics with World Cup defensive numbersOne of the main problems identified by observers in the Real Madrid team’s style of play during the last season was the presence of two of the biggest stars in European football, i.e., Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior, in their attack.Both of these players perform the best when playing on the left wing, and both of them naturally want to be the leaders of the team, which is understandable keeping in view their stature in t
  
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• Milan have already made Pulisic transfer decision amid New York City FC interest

  29-06-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan have already made Pulisic transfer decision amid New York City FC interestMilan and USMNT star Christian Pulisic has caught the attention of New York City FC. However, the Serie A giants are not willing to sell him this summer and are reportedly determined to activate a clause to extend his contract for another season.The Athletic journalist Tom Bogert confirmed in an interview with CBS Sports that NYCFC have explored an “expensive” deal with Milan for Pulisic, but the Rossoner
  
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• Enzo Maresca’s career in numbers as Italian lands Man City manager’s job

  29-06-2026 16:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City have officially named Enzo Maresca as their new manager, tasking him with the formidable challenge of succeeding Pep Guardiola after a decade of unprecedented success. The club has opted for a familiar face, turning to Guardiola’s former assistant to usher in a new era, and here he has fared at his previous clubs...ChelseaMaresca’s most recent high-profile role was at Chelsea, where he took the helm after guiding Leicester to promotion from the Championship. Under the
  
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• Africa's World Cup success leaves Asia looking for answers

  29-06-2026 16:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Yoane Wissa's goals helped DR Congo set up a last-32 date with England in Atlanta on Wednesday [Getty Images]The transformation of African football at the World Cup has been nothing short of meteoric.At the 2018 World Cup in Russia, not one of Africa's five teams made it out of the group stage, recording just three wins out of a possible 15.Fast forward to the 2026 World Cup and Africa will be held up as vindication of Gianni Infantino's expansion project.Of the 10 African teams, all but one mad
  
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• Former Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior reaches agreement with Paris FC

  29-06-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior reaches agreement with Paris FCLiam Rosenior looks set to become the new manager of Paris FC, as per a report from Foot Mercato. There is set to be another managerial change at Paris FC. Antoine Kombouaré replaced Stéphane Gilli back in February. At the time of his appointment, Paris FC were threatened by relegation. The Kanak oversaw a spectacular return to form, allowing Les Parisiens to secure a very comfortable mid-table
  
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• Wednesday sign midfielder Slattery from Motherwell

  29-06-2026 16:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Callum Slattery played 147 games in five years at Motherwell, scoring 18 goals [Getty Images]Sheffield Wednesday have signed midfielder Callum Slattery on a free contract from Motherwell.Slattery's contract at Motherwell expired this month after five years at Fir Park and Wednesday have handed him a three-year deal to become their third summer signing.He is a key part of the rebuilding job under way at Hillsborough as the Owls aim for promotion back to the Championship under their new owners, Ar
  
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• 👎 The 4 flops of the World Cup group stage: Uruguay, Turkey and...🌍

  29-06-2026 16:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👎 The 4 flops of the World Cup group stage: Uruguay, Turkey and...🌍The World Cup round of 32 has already begun, but there is still time to take one last look at the group stage that has just come to an end. After looking at the best young surprises, it is now time to list the biggest disappointments of this group stage.UruguayUruguay have been the biggest flop of this World Cup: a team now drained in attack, missing Ronald Araujo in defense and — surprisingly — o
  
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• Chelsea aim not-so-sly dig at Maresca for walking out to join Man City

  29-06-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea aim not-so-sly dig at Maresca for walking out to join Man CityChelsea have released a strongly worded response following Enzo Maresca’s move to Manchester City, insisting he walked away from Stamford Bridge of his own accord.The Blues released a detailed statement explaining the circumstances surrounding Maresca’s departure.Chelsea said they were left with little option but to accept his resignation midway through the 2025/26 campaign.They first became aware in the autumn tha
  
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• 💎 Fernando Diniz eyes Corinthians youth trio, see the names

  29-06-2026 16:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💎 Fernando Diniz eyes Corinthians youth trio, see the namesCorinthians coach Fernando Diniz has been using the mid-season break, among other things, to take a look at some of the club’s gems.At the moment, THREE youth academy players have been training with the first team: Iago Machado, Luiz Gustavo Bahia, and Gui Amorim.The information comes from GE.Iago Machado is a center-back, is 17 years old, and has impressed the coaching staff. He could get an opportunity soon.Gui Amorim is
  
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• 'It was neither my intention nor my wish' - Maresca apologises to Chelsea

  29-06-2026 16:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has apologised to his former club for the "disruption" caused by his mid-season departure.Shortly after his appointment as Manchester City's new manager was confirmed, the Italian posted on social media: "At the end of December 2025, I made the difficult decision to leave Chelsea."The decision was only mine. My resignation from Chelsea opened a path for me to join Manchester City, which is a club I knew very well. I am ecstatic that I have now joine
  
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• Real Madrid Galactico target set for crucial talks with Bayern Munich amid future speculations

  29-06-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid Galactico target set for crucial talks with Bayern Munich amid future speculationsMichael Olise has emerged as one of the standout performers of the World Cup, further enhancing a reputation that skyrocketed during an outstanding club season with Bayern Munich.The French international has been instrumental in his country’s impressive tournament campaign. His displays have only intensified speculation surrounding his future, with Real Madrid one of his most ardent suitors.But be
  
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• Real Madrid target requests crucial meeting with Bayern Munich

  29-06-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid target requests crucial meeting with Bayern MunichAfter their trophyless last two seasons, Real Madrid seem very serious to put things right by eliminating any weakness in their team. For this purpose, the Merengues have already made four new signings, mainly to bolster their defense, but even more signings are expected in the coming weeks.While reports suggest that Jose Mourinho wants a new center-back and a midfielder, the white club has still been linked very strongly with one of
  
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• Real Madrid affected by “exaggerated” transfer fees in bid to sign midfielder

  29-06-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid affected by “exaggerated” transfer fees in bid to sign midfielderReal Madrid have already €80m in transfer fees this summer to sign Marc Cucurella (€60m), Denzel Dumfries (€20m), Ibrahima Konate and Bernardo Silva (both free), but this figure could rise significantly by the time all of their business is done. There are plans to add another centre-back into the mix, while new head coach Jose Mourinho has also asked for the signing of a world class midfielder
  
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• Man City confirm Enzo Maresca compensation settlement with Chelsea in official statement

  29-06-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City confirm Enzo Maresca compensation settlement with Chelsea in official statementCity confirm confidential talks took place with Maresca in 2025, while he was Chelsea bossMaresca’s mid-season Chelsea departure acknowledged as disruptive at Stamford BridgeCity & Chelsea have reached a mutually agreed settlement understood to be around £17MManchester City have released an official statement on the appointment of Enzo Maresca as their new manager, confirming that a mutually a
  
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• Brazil legend Romario heaps praise on Vinicius: ‘One of the five best players in this World Cup’

  29-06-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brazil legend Romario heaps praise on Vinicius: ‘One of the five best players in this World Cup’Vinicius Jr. has taken matters into his own hands for Brazil in the ongoing FIFA World Cup, and it is safe to say that he has been central to all of the team’s success so far.In his team’s three games so far, the Real Madrid superstar already has four goals and an assist to his name and has directly contributed to five of his team’s seven goals.His form has been impressiv
  
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• Journalist confirms major boost in Liverpool’s pursuit of Bradley Barcola

  29-06-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist confirms major boost in Liverpool’s pursuit of Bradley BarcolaLiverpool Transfer Latest, PSG Close on Diomandé DealAfter weeks of strong interest from Liverpool, PSG are increasingly confident in their chase for RB Leipzig forward, with the French champions expecting to complete the transfer in the coming days.However, their move for the 19-year-old could open the door for Liverpool to move for PSG forward Bradley Barcola.The Reds were interested in the Frenchman in 2025,
  
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• Why continuity candidate Enzo Maresca is Man City’s ideal successor to Pep Guardiola

  29-06-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City have finally got their man and Enzo Maresca represents their continuity candidate to take over from Pep Guardiola, and not merely because he has been both manager of their Elite Development Squad and assistant manager to the Catalan. Maresca’s managerial lineage in the blue half of Manchester stretches back before Guardiola and his decade in charge. The Italian may forever be overshadowed by his predecessor at City, but is influenced by the man who was cast aside for Guardi
  
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• Kelly targeted by Leeds United after Juventus struggle

  29-06-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kelly targeted by Leeds United after Juventus struggleJuventus are looking to sell Lloyd Kelly this summer, claim Italian reports, with interest from Leeds United and some Spanish clubs after struggling since leaving Newcastle United.The defender has had frankly a mixed experience since the massive transfer from Newcastle United in February 2025 for €21m plus up to a further potential €6.5m in add-ons.He had some bright flashes, but was also referred to as one of the biggest flops in B
  
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• Florentino Perez has doubts about star player’s Real Madrid captaincy credentials

  29-06-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Florentino Perez has doubts about star player’s Real Madrid captaincy credentialsReal Madrid are starting a new era this summer, with Jose Mourinho having returned to the club as head coach. They are also under new captaincy, with Federico Valverde having replaced Dani Carvajal following the veteran defender’s exit at the end of his contract, which officially expires on Tuesday (30th June).Real Madrid’s captaincy operates on a loyalty system, and given that Valverde is now the
  
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• Chelsea confirm Man City approached Maresca last autumn, coach must pay compensation

  29-06-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea confirm Man City approached Maresca last autumn, coach must pay compensationManchester City have confirmed the appointment of Italian head coach Enzo Maresca, but his previous club Chelsea have confirmed that he will have to pay them compensation after being approached with the offer of becoming the successor to Pep Guardiola last autumn.Maresca has joined City on a three-year contract until the summer of 2029, bringing the start of his third stint with the club: He had previously worked
  
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• Maresca pays Chelsea compensation to become Man City boss

  29-06-2026 15:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City appoint Enzo Maresca as their new manager on a three-year contract to succeed Pep GuardiolaChelsea say Maresca will pay them compensation now he has been confirmed as Manchester City's new head coachMaresca will now be expected to continue the philosophy of the legendary Spaniard, writes the BBC's Shamoon HafezEnzo Maresca: "I know this club, I know the demands and I know the expectations"His former club Chelsea have also released a statement saying "it became clear it was his st
  
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• Chelsea blame Enzo Maresca for poor season in explosive statement after Man City appointment

  29-06-2026 15:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea have publicly blamed Enzo Maresca for their “hugely disappointing season” in an explosive statement moments after the former Blues boss was appointed as Manchester City manager.Maresca left Chelsea at the end of 2025 amid growing tensions between himself and the club hierarchy, with his exit followed by months of turmoil at Chelsea as the hasty appointment of Liam Rosenior backfired spectacularly. The club lost five in a row without scoring for the first time since 1912 under
  
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• Report: Newcastle still awaiting offer from Premier League giants

  29-06-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle still awaiting offer from Premier League giantsNewcastle United Transfer News, Bruno Guimaraes Exit Speculation ContinuesArsenal Interest Meets Firm Newcastle PositionTransfer stories often gather momentum long before formal negotiations begin, and Bruno Guimaraes is once again at the centre of one of the summer’s biggest talking points. According to the Chronicle, Newcastle United have yet to receive an official approach from Arsenal, despite sustained speculation linkin
  
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• OFFICIAL STATEMENT: SARA KANUTTE FORNES

  29-06-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OFFICIAL STATEMENT: SARA KANUTTE FORNESAC Milan is delighted to announce the permanent signing of Sara Kanutte Fornes from Malmö FF. The
  Norwegian forward has signed a contract with the Club until 30 June 2029.
  Born on 1 December 2001 on the island of Gossen, near Molde, Sara took her first steps in football with Gossen Idrettslagbefore making her senior debut at just 15 years old in Norway’s Third Division with SK Træff. She scored an impressive 50 goals in 27 ap
  
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• Maresca confirmed as Man City boss - what will success look like in 2026-27?

  29-06-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Manchester City have announced Enzo Maresca as their new manager on a three-year deal - and we want to know what you think success will look like in his first season.The former Chelsea boss replaces City great Pep Guardiola, who spent 10 immensely successful years in charge at the Etihad.Maresca told club media: "Manchester City is a club I know very well and to have the chance to manage this team is a brilliant opportunity for me."City is an incredibly well-run football club. Everything th
  
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