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• Could England v Argentina be delayed by storms? World Cup 2026 weather protocol explained ahead of semi-final

  15-07-2026 12:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England and Argentina face off in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday night, with the winner to face European champions Spain in Sunday’s final after they knocked out France.The game is scheduled to start at 8pm BST, 2pm local time in Atlanta, but the build-up to the match has been dominated by fears around thunderstorms delaying play. Multiple matches throughout this tournament have been delayed due to thunderstorms, including England’s round of 16 clash with Mexico, which was de
  
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• ✍️He’s staying! Laimer extends at FC Bayern until 2029

  20-07-2026 17:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ✍️He’s staying! Laimer extends at FC Bayern until 2029FC Bayern Munich have officially announced the extension of Konrad Laimer’s contract until June 30, 2029. The 29-year-old Austria international, who joined the Bavarian club in the 2023/24 season, has established himself as a key player after winning four domestic titles.Full backing from the boardMax Eberl and Christoph Freund, the club’s sporting directors, praised the player’s reliability, versatility,
  
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• Kevin Keegan death: England football legend dies aged 75

  20-07-2026 17:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kevin Keegan, the former England footballer and manager and a legendary figure at both Liverpool and Newcastle United, has died at the age of 75.It was announced in January that Keegan had been diagnosed with cancer, with his family revealing he was to begin treatment. Keegan said in June that he had been diagnosed with stage four cancer, adding that he wanted to attend a match at Newcastle’s St James’ Park to say “goodbye”. A statement was published on behalf of the Keeg
  
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• Kevin Keegan tributes pour in as Alan Shearer hails ‘hero and friend’ after death at 75

  20-07-2026 17:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tributes have flooded in from across the football world after former England player and manager Kevin Keegandied at the age of 75, with Newcastle United honouring a “true giant” of the club and his former signing Alan Shearer calling him “my hero”. Keegan was diagnosed with cancer in January, with his family announcing he was to receive treatment, while he revealed in June that it was stage four. A statement from his family on Monday read: “It is with immense sadnes
  
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• Real Madrid superstar’s camp refuses to meet club until contract offer is improved

  20-07-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid superstar’s camp refuses to meet club until contract offer is improvedA lot has been said about the Vinicius Jr. contract renewal saga at Real Madrid, for the player and the club are once again at odds after reportedly being close to an agreement.Just when everything appeared set for the player to return from vacation and sign his renewal, the two parties have again hit a roadblock on the economic front with Los Blancos’ offer falling reasonably short of Vinicius’ e
  
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• Gallery: Rodri’s FIFA World Cup triumph in pictures – World Cup trophy, Golden Ball, ring and more

  20-07-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gallery: Rodri’s FIFA World Cup triumph in pictures – World Cup trophy, Golden Ball, ring and moreRodri lifted the FIFA World Cup trophy with Spain after their extra-time victory in the finalThe Man City midfielder was awarded the Golden Ball as the tournament’s best playerSpain’s triumph completes a fairytale return from the ACL injury that defined Rodri’s 2024-25 seasonManchester City’s Rodri has completed one of the most remarkable comeback stories in the h
  
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• Claudio Braga On Hearts Future, Life Under Wouter Vracken And Looking Ahead With Optimism

  20-07-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Claudio Braga On Hearts Future, Life Under Wouter Vracken And Looking Ahead With OptimismClaudio Braga insists his focus remains entirely on Hearts despite transfer speculation surrounding his future, with the Portuguese forward determined to help the club embark on a new era under head coach Wouter Vrancken.After an impressive debut campaign at Tynecastle inevitably attracted interest, Braga was asked about rumours linking him with a move away. His response left little room for doubt about wher
  
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• Gifted, charismatic and passionate amid highs and lows - Keegan obituary

  20-07-2026 17:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kevin Keegan is arguably the most beloved figure in Newcastle United's history for his deeds as player and manager [BBC Sport]Kevin Keegan, who has died aged 75, was one of football's most charismatic and influential figures in a career of many chapters that took him from superstar player to elite manager.While some may remember him best for his ill-fated reign as England manager, he will rightly be much more celebrated as a world-class player at Liverpool and Hamburg, captaining England, and sh
  
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• Stuttgart prepare to invest ‘full trust’ in rookie No. 1 Dennis Seimen ahead of Champions League campaign

  20-07-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stuttgart prepare to invest ‘full trust’ in rookie No. 1 Dennis Seimen ahead of Champions League campaignNew Stuttgart No. 1 Dennis Seimen has declared himself ready for the bright lights of the Champions League with his current Bundesliga club. The now 20-year-old has literally been waiting in the Swabian wings for five years now. His current club fast-tracked him to the role he inherits now by signing him to his first major contract extension at the age of 15. Now, Seimen’s l
  
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• Liverpool legend Kevin Keegan passes away aged 75

  20-07-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool legend Kevin Keegan passes away aged 75Liverpool Legend Kevin Keegan Sadly Passes Aged 75Liverpool has lost one of its greatest figures. Kevin Keegan’s passing at the age of 75 brings sadness that stretches far beyond Anfield, reaching every corner of football where his talent, personality and passion left an unforgettable mark.The game has lost a giant, Liverpool has lost one of its finest sons, and generations of supporters have lost a player whose name will forever be woven in
  
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• 'We have to keep momentum going' - McLeish excited for first home game

  20-07-2026 17:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  St Mirren manager Craig McLeish is excited for the first competitive home match of the season after a productive start to the Premier Sports Cup.The Buddies have won 4-0 at both Dumbarton and Cove Rangers in the competition's group stage and now host East Kilbride as they try to make it three successive victories.League 1 East Kilbride - promoted in the past two seasons - have two wins from their three outings so far.McLeish praised the St Mirren supporters who made the trip to Aberdeen on Satur
  
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• Keegan - the 'beating heart of Newcastle United' - dies aged 75

  20-07-2026 17:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75, seven weeks after he revealed he had been diagnosed with stage four cancer.One of English football's most decorated players, Keegan enjoyed spells at Scunthorpe United, Liverpool, Hamburg, Southampton and Newcastle during an illustrious playing career. A two-time winner of the Ballon d'Or, he later went on to manage Newcastle, Fulham, England and Manchester City.In a club statement, Newcastle said: "We are d
  
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• Will it be Euro regulars or rookies if Hibs progress?

  20-07-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Hibs break new ground when they take on Malisheva on Thursday as the first Scottish club to take on opposition from Kosovo.David Gray's side may not know too much about the hosts but can expect baking hot conditions in Pristina.And that experience could help if they progress to face either Shkendija or NK Bravo in the third qualifying round of the Conference League.North Macedonia is a short hop away, while Slovenia is about a 10-hour drive.Scotland wilted in the Skopje sunshine ba
  
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• Norwich City target Balthazar Pierret speaks with Philippe Clement, Middlesbrough also in the race

  20-07-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Norwich City target Balthazar Pierret speaks with Philippe Clement, Middlesbrough also in the raceRed Star’s Balthazar Pierret (26) is the subject of strong interest from two EFL Championship clubs: Norwich City and Middlesbrough, according to a report from Sacha Tavolieri.Pierret only joined Ligue 2 club Red Star from Lecce back in January for a fee of €100k. Just 14 appearances later and the midfielder could be set for a move across the Channel, Tavolieri understands.
  
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• Newcastle, Liverpool and England legend Keegan dies

  20-07-2026 16:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75, seven weeks after he revealed he had been diagnosed with stage four cancer, his family have confirmed.One of English football's most decorated players, Keegan enjoyed spells at Scunthorpe United, Liverpool, Hamburg, Southampton and Newcastle during an illustrious playing career.He later went on to manage Newcastle, Fulham, England and Manchester City.Keegan revealed he had stage four cancer in June, which is the most adva
  
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• What will Rogers bring to Alonso's Chelsea?

  20-07-2026 16:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rogers made three starts and a further four substitute appearances for England at the World Cup [Getty Images]Chelsea's £117m move for Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers was a genuine transfer window shock, but how did they do it and what does it mean for the rest of the squad?On Monday, Rogers returned from the United States, having featured for England at the World Cup, to undergo a medical in London and sign a six-year contract with an option for a further year.It had been widely expecte
  
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• Report: Dream Liverpool target seeking move to La Liga giants

  20-07-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Dream Liverpool target seeking move to La Liga giantsMichael Olise Transfer Latest as Real Madrid Circle and Liverpool Watch CloselyReal Madrid are preparing to intensify their pursuit of Michael Olise, with L’Equipe reporting that the Bayern Munich winger has already indicated privately that he wants the move. For Liverpool, who are repeatedly being linked with elite wide forwards as succession planning around their attack continues, this is a development worth monitoring closely.
  
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• Lazio make fresh Musah offer, as Milan hope for Leeds United or Ipswich Town

  20-07-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lazio make fresh Musah offer, as Milan hope for Leeds United or Ipswich TownLazio are reportedly trying to sign USMNT and Milan midfielder Yunus Musah on loan with option to buy for a total €20m, as Leeds United and Ipswich Town remain interested.The 23-year-old is under contract with the Rossoneri until June 2028 and just returned to base after a disappointing loan spell with Atalanta.He has failed to live up to the €21.2m fee paid to Valencia in 2023, and struggled for regular playin
  
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• Manchester United confirm the signing of £8m star

  20-07-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United confirm the signing of £8m starManchester United Complete Tynan Thompson Transfer in £8m Tottenham DealManchester United have moved to secure one of the more highly regarded young wide players in the country, completing the signing of Tynan Thompson from Tottenham Hotspur in a deal worth an initial £4m, with a further £4m in add-ons.The 18-year-old winger arrives with a growing reputation after an impressive campaign in north London, where his developmen
  
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• 'Too many clones in football' - Carlisle's Azeez

  20-07-2026 16:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Miguel Azeez played for Arsenal in a Europa League tie against Dundalk in 2020 [Shutterstock]Carlisle United's new arrival Miguel Azeez is determined to do it his way as he attempts to take the club back to the Football League.The creative midfielder, who came through the Arsenal academy, wants to stamp his own unique mark on the National League club having become new manager Rob Elliot's first signing, from relegated Morecambe, last month."I think there's too many clones in football. Too many p
  
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• Team of the Tournament - Opta's selection

  20-07-2026 16:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Opta have named their World Cup Team of the Tournament.A host of familiar names feature, including Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez. Key names to depart both Arsenal and Chelsea this summer also make the list.Opta explained the selections as follows: Martinez - "Martínez led his country's backline in passes (460) and accurate passes (427) while he became the only Argentine defender on record to score and assist in a FIFA World Cup game (v Cabo Verde)."Cucurella - "Cucurella led
  
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• 🕊️Grief in England: Kevin Keegan dies aged 75

  20-07-2026 16:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🕊️Grief in England: Kevin Keegan dies aged 75English football is in mourning following the confirmation of Kevin Keegan’s death at the age of 75. The British legend was suffering from stage four cancer, which had been diagnosed earlier this year.A brilliant career as a player and managerKeegan was one of the most decorated footballers of his era, winning two Ballon d'Or awards (1978 and 1979). With Liverpool, he won three league titles, two UEFA Cups and one European Cup, as
  
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• Report De Bruyne and Napoli ready to part ways after just 1 year

  20-07-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report De Bruyne and Napoli ready to part ways after just 1 yearKevin De Bruyne and Napoli are reportedly ready to part ways after just one year, with intermediaries hired to find a new club in Turkiye or Saudi Arabia.The midfielder had been expected to go in that direction to see out his career when his contract with Manchester City was not renewed last summer.De Bruyne found Napoli frustratingNAPLES, ITALY – APRIL 06: Kevin De Bruyne of SSC Napoli battles for possession with Strahinja Pa
  
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• Aston Villa interested in Rafael Leao, Jorge Mendes holds the key

  20-07-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa interested in Rafael Leao, Jorge Mendes holds the keySerie A side Milan are likely to part ways with Rafael Leao this summer and with the player keen on a move to England, Aston Villa have emerged as a possible suitor.Sportmediaset – via Calciomercato, report that the Portuguese is the key candidate to leave Milan this summer. The Rossoneri demand a fee of around €60 million to execute his sale, even if no suitors have firmly stepped forward for his signature.Now, it is As
  
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• World Cup final review | Another trophy for Fabián Ruiz, Didier Deschamps proven right on pitch quality

  20-07-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup final review | Another trophy for Fabián Ruiz, Didier Deschamps proven right on pitch qualityIt was Didier Deschamps who was the first at this World Cup to criticise the quality of the pitch at the MetLife Stadium, which hosted France’s opening match of the tournament against Senegal. As the New Jersey arena hosted the World Cup’s curtain-raiser, the now-former France head coach’s observation was no less accurate.While the venue’s pitch evidently fostered
  
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• Everton sign defender Blundell on permament deal

  20-07-2026 16:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hannah Blundell has played for Chelsea and Manchester United [Getty Images]Everton have signed defender Hannah Blundell on a permanent deal following her loan spell last season.The 32-year-old made 10 appearances last term on loan from Manchester United.She became a free agent when her contract at United ended in June, and Everton had always hoped to bring her back to Merseyside."It is a proud moment for me and my family and is something I wanted to do," said Blundell. "As soon as I knew Scott [
  
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• Kevin Keegan death: Former England and Newcastle player and manager dies aged 75

  20-07-2026 16:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kevin Keegan, the former England footballer and manager, has died at the age of 75.It was announced in January that Keegan had been diagnosed with stage four cancer, with his family revealing he was to begin treatment.Most revered for his feats as a manager at Newcastle and as a player at Liverpool, Keegan forged a successful career that included three First Division titles, one FA Cup, one European Cup, and two Uefa Cups as well as two Bundesliga titles between the years of 1968 and 1984.Keegan
  
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• Chelsea sign Man Utd striker Malard for £850,000

  20-07-2026 16:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Melvine Malard joined Manchester United from Lyon in 2023 [Harriet Lander at Chelsea FC]Chelsea have signed France forward Melvine Malard from Manchester United for a fee of about £850,000.The 26-year-old is reunited with Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor following their time together at Lyon.Bompastor scouted Malard while working at Lyon's academy and later handed her senior minutes, including a substitute appearance in their 2020 Champions League final victory over Wolfsburg."I'm so happy
  
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• Zambian striker Patson Daka set for Tuesday introduction in Hamburg

  20-07-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zambian striker Patson Daka set for Tuesday introduction in HamburgKicker reports that former Leicester City striker Patson Daka’s unveiling as a new Hamburg professional is a mere formality. The 27-year-old is due at Hamburger SV headquarters this evening. After undergoing a medical on Tuesday, the Zambian international will head to Austria to join his HSV teammates at HSV’s Längenfeld training camp. Patson Daka hopes to revive his career in the BundesligaWhilst playing fo
  
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• Mezian Mesloub set to reject Benfica and sign first contract at Lens

  20-07-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mezian Mesloub set to reject Benfica and sign first contract at LensAccording to a report from L’Équipe, RC Lens have fought off competition from SL Benfica to secure the future of attacking midfielder Mezian Mesloub (16), with the teenager set to sign his first professional contract with the French club. Mesloub came up through the ranks in the Lens youth system and even made his professional debut off the bench in May when he scored the winner five seconds after coming onto t
  
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