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• Crusaders placed under transfer embargo by IFA

  28-06-2026 16:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Crusaders have been placed under a transfer embargo by the Irish Football Association [IFA] after a breach of the Northern Ireland Football League [NIFL] rules and regulations.Despite the north Belfast club having announced the signings of Graham Kelly, Aaron Reid, Thomas Maguire and Owen Wardell, it is understood that the quartet have not been registered with the IFA.Declan Caddell's side struggled in the Irish Premiership last season but retained their top-flight status after beating Annagh Un
  
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• Aston Villa Make Second Offer For Brazilian Target: Does He Fit Emery’s System?

  28-06-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Make Second Offer For Brazilian Target: Does He Fit Emery’s System?Money talks. It usually does in modern football, and Flamengo have seemingly listened. After dug-in resistance from the Rio de Janeiro board earlier in the week, Aston Villa have forced a breakthrough. A tweaked bid did the trick. Villa raised their offer to €10m (£8.6m) for Emerson Royal after a cheaper €9m opening gambit was swiftly knocked back.Aston Villa edge closer to Emerson Royal deal as
  
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• Liverpool transfer race heating up as club confirms stance on wonderkid

  28-06-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool transfer race heating up as club confirms stance on wonderkidLiverpool are expected to be rather busy this summer. The Anfield outfit have a lot of changes to make among their ranks if they want to be successful next season.While in charge of Bournemouth, Andoni Iraola has exceeded expectations and, now that he has many more resources at his disposal fans are probably expecting a lot of him.The Spaniard delivered plenty of success to the Cherries during his time as their manager and, s
  
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• World Cup 2026: South Korea president calls for government investigation into team's early exit, head coach Hong Myung-bo resigns

  28-06-2026 21:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Following South Korea's elimination from the 2026 World Cup after losing to South Africa, 1-0, on Wednesday, Taegeuk Warriors head coach Hong Myung-bo announced he is stepping down from his position. The resignation comes amid South Korea president Lee Jae Myung calling for the government's sports ministry to investigate the team's World Cup results and the process by which Hong was hired."As a former honorary professional soccer club manager and a heartfelt Red Devil, I feel not just confusion
  
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• Manchester City Are Eyeing A Move For This Ligue 1 Midfielder Next Summer: Good Fit For Them?

  28-06-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are Eyeing A Move For This Ligue 1 Midfielder Next Summer: Good Fit For Them?In a recent segment on Youtube, respected journalist Fabrizio Romano claimed that Manchester City are eyeing a move for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi next summer. Romano said,“Manchester City have genuine interest in Bouaddi. He’s one of the players being considered by Manchester City, eventually for summer 2027.“So the idea of Manchester City, the starting idea – then lets see
  
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• Report: Chelsea keen on move to sign former Arsenal forward

  28-06-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Chelsea keen on move to sign former Arsenal forwardChelsea Eye Folarin Balogun as Xabi Alonso Weighs Up Forward OptionsChelsea are among the clubs monitoring Folarin Balogun’s situation at AS Monaco, according to Caught Offside, with the 24-year-old striker emerging as one of the more interesting names of the summer window.Caught Offside report that Balogun “has informed the club of his desire to seek a new challenge”, a development that has naturally drawn attention ac
  
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• Former England international sends Kalvin Phillips warning to Elliot Anderson ahead of Man City transfer

  28-06-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former England international sends Kalvin Phillips warning to Elliot Anderson ahead of Man City transferChris Waddle has urged £130 million target Elliot Anderson to carefully consider the tale of Kalvin Phillips before formalising a move to Manchester City.Waddle has outlined how Phillips’ initial tactical assumptions were derailed by a world-class Rodri, leaving him marooned on the Etihad Stadium’s sidelines.Despite the risk, the pundit has raved about the Nottingham Forest s
  
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• Report: Liverpool have joined the race to sign £43m forward

  28-06-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool have joined the race to sign £43m forwardLiverpool Eye Said El Mala as £43.1m Yan Diomande AlternativeLiverpool’s search for another attacking addition appears to be gathering pace, with Fussballdaten reporting that Cologne winger Said El Mala has emerged as a player of interest.The 19-year-old is understood to be valued at around €50million, approximately £43.1m, and is being monitored at a time when Liverpool are assessing alternatives to Yan Diom
  
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• Manchester United Are Keeping Tabs On This Gifted Talent: A Star In The Making?

  28-06-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are Keeping Tabs On This Gifted Talent: A Star In The Making?In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Manchester United are keeping tabs on Club Tijuana talent Gilberto Mora. It has been stated that the Red Devils are monitoring the progress of the Mexico international this summer.Mora’s Impressive Rise In Brazilian FootballThe 17-year-old managed to shine at times with his performances for Club Tijuana in the final third last season. Mora found the back of the net six
  
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• Liverpool target Yan Diomandé favours a move to PSG should he leave Leipzig this summer

  28-06-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool target Yan Diomandé favours a move to PSG should he leave Leipzig this summerRB Leipzig’s Yan Diomandé (19) would reportedly favour a move to Paris Saint-Germain should he leave Germany this summer, according to The Athletic.Impressed by the project led by Nasser Al-Khelaïfi and his sporting director Luis Campos, the Ivorian – who scored 13 goals and provided 10 assists in 36 appearances during the 2025-26 season – would like to play under Luis Enri
  
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• Next week key as Tottenham close in on Sandro Tonali

  28-06-2026 21:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Next week key as Tottenham close in on Sandro TonaliSandro Tonali is now well and truly nearing a move to Tottenham, who seem to be racing ahead of competition and edging closer to the Newcastle United star.Both the Italian and English press have been growing in confidence about the move, which is likely to cost a significant amount.Sportmediasetreport that an agreement between Tottenham and Tonali finally exists, with the player set to sign six-year contract worth €12 million, including bo
  
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• France the team to beat? Chris Sutton predicts World Cup's last-32 matches

  28-06-2026 21:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sixteen of the 48 teams are heading home, but which of the sides left standing will survive all the way to the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium near New York City on 19 July?The hopes of another 16 nations will bite the dust after the first knockout round, which includes England against DR Congo and holders Argentina against surprise package Cape Verde.It was a different team who caused the biggest shock in the final set of group games, however.While BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton an
  
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• Boost for England as Declan Rice set to start against DR Congo 

  28-06-2026 21:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Boost for England as Declan Rice set to start against DR Congo England have received a major boost ahead of their World Cup round of 32 clash with DR Congo. According to BBC Sport, Declan Rice is set to return to the starting line-up for the important match on Wednesday. England suffered a big scare after Rice was seen limping out of the stadium following their goalless draw against Ghana. The 27-year-old returned to training and manager Thomas Tuchel assured fans in his pres
  
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• RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande rejects Liverpool for PSG

  28-06-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande rejects Liverpool for PSGLiverpool have suffered a major setback in their pursuit of RB Leipzig’s teenage sensation Yan Diomande.According to The Athletic, Diomande has rejected the Reds after deciding that Paris Saint-Germain is his preferred destination should he leave Germany this summer.The 19-year-old has been convinced by PSG’s project under president Nasser Al-Khelaifi and football advisor Luis Campos.Also, the prospect of working under manager
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms transfer will happen, could be massive for Liverpool

  28-06-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms transfer will happen, could be massive for LiverpoolFabrizio Romano says a transfer will happen. This could be massive for Liverpool.Liverpool's summer business continues as they look to rebuild their squad after a disappointing campaign. Of course, Andoni Iraola's arrival changes things - they're now looking at a slightly different shape and style.One quick way to make that happen is the same old trick whenever a new head coach arrives: you look at his former players. L
  
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• Sunderland reject £8m Chelsea bid for Xhaka

  28-06-2026 21:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Xhaka played 34 times as Sunderland finished seventh in the Premier League last season [Getty Images]Sunderland say experienced midfielder Granit Xhaka is not for sale after rejecting an £8m bid from Chelsea for the player.The Switzerland international, 33, who is under contract until 2028, played a key role in helping the Black Cats qualify for Europe last season following a £17m move from Bayer Leverkusen.He is known to be open to a reunion with former manager Xabi Alonso at Chelse
  
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• Chelsea Are Expected To Land This Crytal Palace Defender: Good Option For Alonso?

  28-06-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Are Expected To Land This Crytal Palace Defender: Good Option For Alonso?In a recent report, L’Equipe mentioned that Chelsea are expected to land Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix. It has been claimed that the Blues are on the verge of signing the French centre-back for €55m this summer.Lacroix’s Impressive Form In The Premier LeagueLacroix put in a string of solid displays for Crystal Palace on the defensive end of the field in the previous campaign. The 26-year-o
  
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• Real Madrid lead the 2026 FIFA World Cup goalscoring charts after group stage

  28-06-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid lead the 2026 FIFA World Cup goalscoring charts after group stageWith the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup now complete and the knockout rounds about to begin, one statistic stands above the rest for Real Madrid.No club has seen its players score more goals at the tournament than the Spanish giants.Across the opening three rounds of matches, Real Madrid players have combined for 11 goals, the highest total of any club represented at the World Cup.Four players account for the go
  
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• Hartlepool sign former Brighton defender Penman

  28-06-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Charlie Penman played for Brighton's first team in a pre-season game at Southampton last summer [Getty Images]Hartlepool have signed former Brighton defender Charlie Penman on a one-year deal.The 20-year-old was released by the Premier League side earlier this summer.He never made a senior appearance for the Seagulls but played nine times for Aldershot during a loan spell with the National League side last season."Charlie has come here because he wants to establish himself in senior football and
  
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• Five young talents Barcelona should scout in the 2026 World Cup knockout stages

  28-06-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Five young talents Barcelona should scout in the 2026 World Cup knockout stagesThere are two ways to watch young players at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The first is the obvious way: wait for a clip to go viral, the jaw-dropping dribble, the goal that makes no sense, the pass that no one else seems to see, and then watch the player get bracketed into the global term: ‘wonderkid’.It is easy. It is loud. It is expensive. The second way is quieter. It asks who Barcelona can find before their
  
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• David Ornstein confirms hammer blow in Liverpool’s pursuit of Yan Diomande

  28-06-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  David Ornstein confirms hammer blow in Liverpool’s pursuit of Yan DiomandeDavid Ornstein: Yan Diomande Chooses PSG Over LiverpoolLiverpool have been pushing hard to sign RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande, but the deal is now feeling unlikely.The Reds had a £86m bid rejected for the 19-year-old, but it felt like a deal was getting closer.However, David Ornstein’s latest update has dealt Liverpool a hammer blow in the transfer market.Speaking on X, he said: “Yan Diomande choo
  
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• Arsenal Have Set Their Sights On This Barcelona Playmaker: Should Arteta Get Him On Board?

  28-06-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Have Set Their Sights On This Barcelona Playmaker: Should Arteta Get Him On Board?In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Arsenal have set their sights on Barcelona playmaker Dani Olmo. It has been claimed that the Gunners are eyeing a move to bring the Spain international to North London this summer.Olmo’s Impressive Numbers In Spanish FootballOlmo enjoyed a good run of form at the Catalan club as he produced a series of impressive displays for them in the final third. The 28-
  
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• Liverpool star who Jurgen Klopp loved could exit Anfield 'immediately'

  28-06-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star who Jurgen Klopp loved could exit Anfield 'immediately'Jurgen Klopp will forever remain a Liverpool legend. The German turned the Anfield outfit from doubters into believers and won everything he could while in charge of Liverpool.He helped create some of the best players that L4 had ever seen in Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino.But, unlike Arne Slot, he never forgot about the Reds' academy players either with some such as Trent Alexander-Arnold and Conor Bradley both
  
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• Chelsea defender Malo Gusto ready to join Manchester City

  28-06-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea defender Malo Gusto ready to join Manchester CityChelsea right-back Malo Gusto has been linked with a move to Manchester City.There is uncertainty surrounding Gusto’s future at Chelsea, after the club agreed a deal to sign Marco Palestra from Atalanta. Manager Xabi Alonso pushed for the Italian’s signature.Gusto is now ready to join City, according to Footmercato. The Cityzens’ hierarchy has gotten the green light to open negotiations with Chelsea.The potential move wou
  
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• Liverpool Urged To Move In For This AC Milan Winger: Good Option For Iraola?

  28-06-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Urged To Move In For This AC Milan Winger: Good Option For Iraola?In a recent post on X, Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler urged his old club to move in for AC Milan winger Christian Pulisic. The former Premier League forward encouraged the Reds to sign the United States international in this summer transfer window.Pulisic’s Impressive Numbers In Serie APulisic managed to catch the eye at times with his performances on the right side of AC Milan’s attack in the previous campai
  
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• Ex-Roma defender Benatia questions lack of minutes for El Aynaoui

  28-06-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ex-Roma defender Benatia questions lack of minutes for El AynaouiMehdi Benatia has expressed his surprise at the limited game time Neil El Aynaoui has been afforded at Roma, while revealing he tried to bring the midfielder to Marseille before the Giallorossi stepped in.The former Roma defender, who is now sporting director at Olympique Marseille, was speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport in a wide-ranging interview that touched on Italian football and his old club.He reserved warm words for his co
  
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• Jurgen Klopp reacts to Liverpool appointing Andoni Iraola

  28-06-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jurgen Klopp reacts to Liverpool appointing Andoni IraolaJurgen Klopp Reacts to Andoni Iraola’s Liverpool ArrivalJurgen Klopp has never seemed like someone desperate to hover over Liverpool after leaving in May 2024. That matters. Former managers can cast long shadows, especially at clubs built so strongly in their image, and Klopp’s restraint has been one of the more sensible subplots of the post-Klopp period.Now, speaking after Andoni Iraola’s appointment as Liverpool head co
  
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• 🚨 BREAKING: Robert Lewandowski agrees multi-year deal with Chicago Fire

  28-06-2026 20:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 BREAKING: Robert Lewandowski agrees multi-year deal with Chicago FireMajor League Soccer looks set to add another iconic veteran presence to its ranks this summer, with Polish legend Robert Lewandowski reportedly primed for a move to Chicago Fire.Per The Athletic, the 37-year-old striker has agreed to a two-year deal with the Eastern Conference outfit, with Lewandowski set to become one of the league's highest-paid players in the process.Speaking on the possible move earlier this month
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are Hoping To Land This Manchester City Forward: Good Choice For De Zerbi?

  28-06-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are Hoping To Land This Manchester City Forward: Good Choice For De Zerbi?In a recent report, Alfredo Pedulla claimed that Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to land Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush this summer. It has been stated that Spurs are eyeing a move to bring the Egypt international to North London this off-season.Marmoush’s Up-And-Down Season In The Premier LeagueMarmoush had an inconsistent campaign at the Mancunian club, but managed to put in a run of productiv
  
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• Barcelona interfere with Juventus plans as Catalan giants target Vlahovic and Sorloth

  28-06-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona interfere with Juventus plans as Catalan giants target Vlahovic and SorlothBarcelona have re-emerged as suitors for Dusan Vlahovic, in a development that could complicate Juventus’ summer planning.According to Mundo Deportivo, via TuttoMercatoWeb, the Catalan club are hunting a new centre-forward for Hansi Flick’s squad and are keeping tabs on several high-profile names.Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez remains the priority for sporting director Deco, but with no agree
  
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