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• Co-costs Canada begin World Cup with Bosnia draw

  12-06-2026 23:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA World CupCanada 1 - 1 Bosnia-Herzegovina FTCanada substitute Cyle Larin made an instant impact as his goal rescued a point for the co-hosts as they began their 2026 World Cup campaign with a draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina.Southampton striker Larin had only been on the pitch for just over two minutes when he superbly spun away from Tarik Muharemovic and fired past Nikola Vasilj, aided by a slight deflection.It was the first time Canada had avoided defeat in the World Cup finals, after they
  
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• Video: Milan’s risk and opportunities with ex-Man United coach Amorim

  16-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Video: Milan’s risk and opportunities with ex-Man United coach AmorimMilan are set to announce Ruben Amorim as their new coach: Ben Dixon of SempreMilan joins Lorenzo Bettoni to analyse the risks and opportunities under the Portuguese tactician.Former Manchester United coach Amorim has signed a two-year contract with Milan and will soon be confirmed as the Rossoneri’s new head coach.Breaking down Amorim’s appointment as Milan coachAmorim was sacked by Manchester United last Jan
  
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• Mourinho plans to test returning Real Madrid prodigy in a new role next season

  16-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho plans to test returning Real Madrid prodigy in a new role next seasonEndrick’s third season at Real Madrid could look very different from what the fans have associated him with. According to a report from The Athletic, new manager Jose Mourinho is considering using the Brazilian in a right-wing role as he looks for solutions in an area of the pitch that remains far from settled.The idea is not necessarily about changing Endrick’s long-term position. Rather, it is a
  
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• After a breakthrough season, a Manchester City youngster is ready to make a splash at the World Cup

  16-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After a breakthrough season, a Manchester City youngster is ready to make a splash at the World CupIn a way, the 2025-26 season became known as Nico O’Reilly’s breakout season. The Manchester City youngster took the step from being a talented young player to becoming a key member of Pep Guardiola’s squad. Nico O’Reilly made 53 appearances in all competitions, scoring 9 goals and contributing 6 assists. The young midfielder/left-back also showed he was a player for the big
  
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• France: Deschamps' most-used XI 💙

  16-06-2026 13:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France: Deschamps' most-used XI 💙There are some big names.This Tuesday evening, Didier Deschamps will play the first match of his final major tournament at the helm of Les Bleus.On Les Bleus’ bench for 14 years, the France head coach has seen many players come and go, but has also often relied on his favorites.To pay tribute to the DD years before the match against Senegal, we decided to reveal the XI of the players most used by Deschamps during his time in charge of Les Bleus.An X
  
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• Centre-half Forbes joins United after West Ham exit

  16-06-2026 13:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Dundee United have signed Northern Irish centre-half Michael Forbes following the 22-year-old's release by West Ham United.Forbes, who has signed a two-year contract with the Scottish Premiership clubholding an option for a further year, has one cap for his country back in 2023 and manager Jim Goodwin believes United can help him "fulfil his potential"."Michael is a player we've admired for some time," he told his club website."He possesses all the attributes you look for in a mode
  
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• Would Hearts' McInnes be 'perfect fit' for Rangers?

  16-06-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Derek McInnes made 52 appearances for Rangers during his playing days [SNS]While Scotland's journey at the World Cup dominates discussion, Hearts head coach Derek McInnes' seemingly impending move to Rangers rumbles on.If completed, it would be another massive story in Scottish football, which has had a year like no other for jaw-dropping moments.Just a month after taking Hearts to within minutes of a first title for 66 years McInnes could be on his way to the side he finished above last season.
  
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• World Cup schedule today: How to watch France v Senegal, TV channels & live stream Tuesday 16 June

  16-06-2026 13:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France enter the fray at the World Cup today. Photograph: Vincent Carchietta/IMAGN IMAGES/ReutersOne criticism of the expanded World Cup format is that it generates very few heavyweight clashes in the group stage. Group I, however, may be the exception that proves the rule as this tournament’s designated Group of Death.France face Senegal in a rematch of the 2002 opener that produced one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history at the time. The Lions of Teranga have come a long way since
  
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• Livramento's World Cup in doubt after injury blow

  16-06-2026 13:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United defender Tino Livramento is a doubt for England's World Cup campaign after suffering a muscular injury. The full-back is understood to have been injured during training on Sunday and is being assessed by medical staff.England begin their World Cup bid against Croatia on Wednesday. The 23-year-old's involvement in the tournament had already been in doubt after he missed the final five weeks of the season with a thigh injury. Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah, who is on England's s
  
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• Real Madrid want to quickly finalise 29-year-old outcast’s departure – report

  16-06-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid want to quickly finalise 29-year-old outcast’s departure – reportReal Madrid look set to have a busy transfer window, both in terms of incomings and outgoings, with Jose Mourinho keen on revamping the squad.Although most of the news until now has come in the form of arrivals, there are some departures lined up as well, and one of them is Dani Ceballos.The Spaniard’s time at Real Madrid has trickled to an unfortunate end, with Alvaro Arbeloa completely ostracising hi
  
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• 👵🏽 40 and clubless: Vozinha becomes a star after epic game

  16-06-2026 13:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👵🏽 40 and clubless: Vozinha becomes a star after epic gameGoalkeeper Vozinha, from the Cape Verde national team, had an unusual day as he became the standout name of the World Cup this Monday (15).The 40-year-old veteran made crucial saves and was named man of the match in Cape Verde’s epic draw against powerhouse Spain.A joint push by Cazé TV and strong engagement from Brazilian fans helped him go from 50,000 to more than 6.8 million followers on Instagram by the mo
  
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• What size should the Arsenal Women squad be for the 2026/27 season?

  16-06-2026 13:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What size should the Arsenal Women squad be for the 2026/27 season?Arsenal currently have 25 professionals under contract, but further signings and the need for another goalkeeper and centre-back could leave the squad badly overcrowded.Photo by Annabel Lee-Ellis/Getty ImagesArsenal will compete in only three competitions next season, compared with five in 2025/26. That raises an important question about squad size, and whether the club need to register the maximum 25 players for both the Barclay
  
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• Which Italy World Cup Team Was the Greatest?

  16-06-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Which Italy World Cup Team Was the Greatest?Italy has lifted the World Cup four times (in 1934, 1938, 1982, and 2006), which puts the Azzurri among the most successful national teams in the history of the game. Yet the question of which specific squad stands above the rest is one that divides opinion and demands a proper look at each era.Three generations are worth considering in particular: the 1982 side that redefined what it meant to peak at a major tournament, the 1994 squad that pushed Braz
  
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• Serie A defender wants to wait for Barcelona despite Chelsea and Atletico Madrid interest

  16-06-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A defender wants to wait for Barcelona despite Chelsea and Atletico Madrid interestBarcelona started the summer transfer window like a bullet train, moving ahead of everyone else to wrap up a deal for Newcastle United star Anthony Gordon.Slowly, though, since that deal happened, they have metamorphosed into a freight train, taking their own sweet time before making the next move.So many players are linked with Barça on a daily basis, but the Catalan club are yet to go in strongly fo
  
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• Official | Damien Perrinelle appointed Red Star manager

  16-06-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Damien Perrinelle appointed Red Star managerFormer AS Monaco assistant Damien Perrinelle has been appointed manager of Ligue 2 club Red Star, it was announced on Monday.Perrinelle, who previously managed Monaco’s academy side, was integrated into the first-team set-up under Adi Hutter. He remained there last season, despite the Austrian’s departure, and was an important part of Sébastien Pocognoli’s staff. However, at the end of the season, it was announc
  
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• Ferland Mendy set to leave Real Madrid

  16-06-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ferland Mendy set to leave Real MadridFerland Mendy (31) looks set to leave Real Madrid during the summer transfer window, according to a report from The Athletic. The French international defender has been deemed surplus to requirements at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu. Following the appointment of Jose Mourinho on a contract until 2029, the Spanish capital club are undergoing a squad reshuffle with several players expected to arrive and depart the La Liga giants before the tra
  
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• Hornchurch bring in Barnet defender Kizzi

  16-06-2026 13:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  National League newcomers Hornchurch have signed defender Joe Kizzi from League Two club Barnet.Kizzi, who turns 33 before the start of the new season, had one more year on his deal with the Bees, but it has been mutually terminated to allow him to join the Urchins.Hornchurch manager Daryl McMahon said: "I'm delighted to be able to welcome a player of Joe's quality, experience, and leadership skills to the club."He comes with a wealth of experience in both the National League and the Football Le
  
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• Harrogate sign midfielder Williams

  16-06-2026 13:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morgan Williams' full debut for AFC Wimbledon came in a 2-1 Carabao Cup defeat at Chelsea in August 2023 [Getty Images]Harrogate Town have signed King's Lynn midfielder Morgan Williams for an undisclosed fee on a two-year deal.The 21-year-old, who has been capped up to Under-19 level by Wales, started his career with AFC Wimbledon.He scored six goals in 44 appearances for the Linnets last season as they avoided relegation from National League North on goal difference."It was great to hear the ma
  
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• Wright's international involvement 'a massive headscratcher'

  16-06-2026 13:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Haji Wright's lack of international minutes in the build up to and at the World Cup is "baffling", says BBC Radio CWR's Rob Gurney.The United States international featured 40 times for Frank Lampard's Championship-winning side in 2025-26, scoring 17 goals and contributing one assist."Haji Wright didn't get a single minute in the United States v Paraguay game," Gurney said. "He wasn't given a single minute in the build up to the tournament either."Folarin Balogun is obviously miles ahead of him i
  
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• Juventus send scouts for Brahim Diaz as Carnevali makes major change

  16-06-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus send scouts for Brahim Diaz as Carnevali makes major changeLa Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Juventus will make contact with Brahim Diaz’s representatives during the World Cup, while new director Giovanni Carnevali is eager to restore a high-level scouting department following the brief tenure of Damien Comolli.Juventus are eager to begin informal talks with Real Madrid attacking midfielder Brahim Diaz during the World Cup, according to Gazzetta.Brahim Diaz a priority for Spall
  
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• From Germany: Man City face Real Madrid and Man United competition for FIFA World Cup star

  16-06-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From Germany: Man City face Real Madrid and Man United competition for FIFA World Cup starMan City and Man United are both monitoring Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix NmechaReal Madrid’s Jose Mourinho is also an admirer of the 25-year-old Germany internationalDortmund signed Nmecha to a new deal until 2030 in March with a release clause active from 2027Manchester City are among a number of elite clubs monitoring Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, with Real Madrid and Manchester U
  
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• Brighton confirm the signing of £8m defender

  16-06-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brighton confirm the signing of £8m defenderBrighton Complete Costinha Signing as Defensive Depth IncreasesBrighton have confirmed the signing of Costinha from Olympiacos, with the right back committing his future to the club by agreeing a five year contract.Sky Sports News understands the deal is worth £8 million, continuing Brighton’s strategy of identifying players with high ceilings and strong developmental profiles.Fabian Hurzeler Explains Costinha SigningBrighton head coa
  
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• It's clearer than ever who Liverpool's next midfield transfer will be

  16-06-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's clearer than ever who Liverpool's next midfield transfer will beAt the moment, Liverpool's midfield feels rather lacklustre.Even though Richard Hughes spent £116 million on Florian Wirtz during the last summer transfer window, it feels like they're nowhere near the level they need to be.Ryan Gravenberch has been poor and Alexis Mac Allister has forgotten how to run with neither of them meeting expectations.This is why most of the players Liverpool are being linked with are central mid
  
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• Former Real Madrid academy gem informs club he does not wish to return this summer

  16-06-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Real Madrid academy gem informs club he does not wish to return this summerNico Paz’s future has finally become clearer, and it is not the outcome many expected just a few months ago. According to a report from AS, the Argentine midfielder has informed Real Madrid that he wishes to remain at Como for another season rather than return to the Santiago Bernabeu this summer.For much of the year, a return to Madrid appeared to be the natural next step following his impressive develo
  
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• Barcelona loanee Ansu Fati set to stay at Monaco with purchase clause to be triggered

  16-06-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona loanee Ansu Fati set to stay at Monaco with purchase clause to be triggeredAS Monaco are set to trigger the purchase clause in Ansu Fati’s (23) loan move from Barcelona, according to a report from The Athletic. The Spanish international attacker had an €11m purchase clause inserted in the loan move that saw him join Les Monégasques until the end of the season. Fati’s time on the Côte d’Azur is set to be extended with the Ligue 1 club aiming
  
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• 'Crazy' Nunez return 'might work'

  16-06-2026 13:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]The Redmen TV's Dan Clubbe says Liverpool re-signing Darwin Nunez "might work" despite sounding "crazy".The Uruguay striker departed for Al-Hilal for £46m last summer but was left out of the Saudi Pro League side's squad for the second half of the season and is reportedly considering terminating his contract with the club.The 26-year-old has been linked with a return to Anfield, especially with Hugo Ekitike sidelined with a long-term Achilles injury."There's pros and cons to
  
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• Tuchel's England deal includes performance clause

  16-06-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel formally took up his role as England boss on 1 January 2025 [Getty Images]England head coach Thomas Tuchel's two-year contract extension is subject to a performance clause, Football Association chief executive Mark Bullingham has revealed.With his original deal having been due to expire at the end of the World Cup, the FA and Tuchel agreed a new two-year contract earlier this year that takes the German to the end of Euro 2028.Former Chelsea and Bayern Munich boss Tuchel was given t
  
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• Tottenham considering potential move for Eintracht Frankfurt’s Jean-Matteo Bahoya

  16-06-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham considering potential move for Eintracht Frankfurt’s Jean-Matteo BahoyaAccording to a report from The Athletic, Jean-Matteo Bahoya (21) is a potential target for Tottenham Hotspur during the summer transfer window. The North London club are planning to bolster their attack, and the French youth international has emerged as a potential target. Spurs have identified the versatile forward as a potential alternative to long-standing target Savinho from Manchester City.  The
  
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• Roma locked in talks with Marseille for Greenwood deal

  16-06-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma locked in talks with Marseille for Greenwood dealMason Greenwood remains Roma’s top attacking target. According to Il Tempo, the Giallorossi are not only working on the player’s appeal, but have already opened discussions with Marseille to explore the possibilities of a move. The French club needs to settle their accounts by June 30th, and Greenwood is the player with the most significant transfer market in their squad. The Englishman’s numbers explain the international in
  
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• Real Madrid tracking 18-year-old midfield sensation tipped by Zinedine Zidane – report

  16-06-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid tracking 18-year-old midfield sensation tipped by Zinedine Zidane – reportReal Madrid’s summer transfer business may already include four major arrivals, but the club’s search for elite young talent remains as active as ever. According to a report from Miguel Serrano, Lille and Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi is one of the emerging names being closely followed by the Spanish giants.The journalist suggests that the 18-year-old has been on Real Madrid’s r
  
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