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• Del Piero has ‘great respect’ for Juventus chiefs in difficult situation

  06-06-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Del Piero has ‘great respect’ for Juventus chiefs in difficult situationAlessandro Del Piero has ‘great respect’ for those currently working at Juventus, so is hesitant to pass judgment on their campaign. ‘I have a frank rapport with the Agnelli family.’The club legend was speaking at the Festival della Serie A event at the Teatro Regio in Parma today.He looked back over his career with the Bianconeri and beyond, including victory in the 2006 World Cup for Ita
  
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• The next Neymar, superstar about to announce himself at Liverpool

  07-06-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The next Neymar, superstar about to announce himself at LiverpoolLiverpool have the next Neymar at the club and he's about to announce himself. Neymar's brilliance in his prime was a pure footballer. The purest footballer perhaps we've had in the modern era.He was silky, sublime technically and just so brilliant in one vs one situations.As a winger, he consistently ranked among the most feared dribblers in world football, capable of dismantling defensive structures with sudden acceleration, intr
  
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• Christian Eriksen collapses on field, Denmark-Ukraine soccer friendly suspended

  07-06-2026 20:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen collapsed on the field during Sunday's friendly between Denmark and Ukraine, causing the match to be suspended. Eriksen clutched his chest during the 64th minute of the match and went down to the field. After receiving treatment, the midfielder was reported to be conscious and doing better. The footballer did reportedly lose consciousness momentarily.Denmark's doctor Morten Boesen spoke about the event. "Christian is doing well and left the pitch himself. As I
  
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• Eriksen conscious after collapsing in Denmark game

  07-06-2026 20:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Christian Eriksen was making his 151st international appearance for Denmark [Getty Images]Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine but is now conscious, says the Danish Football Association.The game was stopped on 65 minutes when he collapsed and abandoned shortly after, with the 34-year-old able to walk from the field.The former Manchester United and Tottenham midfielder was fitted with an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) after suffering a cardiac arrest
  
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• Eriksen falls ill and collapses during Denmark friendly

  07-06-2026 20:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eriksen falls ill and collapses during Denmark friendlyMidfielder Christian Eriksen felt unwell and collapsed on the pitch during the friendly between Denmark and Ukraine played this Sunday (7).The match was in the 20th minute of the second half when the 34-year-old player fell to the ground, bringing the game to a halt.The Danish federation released a statement saying that Eriksen is conscious and feeling well under the circumstances.Christian is well and left the field on his own. From what I
  
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• Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer rules out Michael Olise exit to Real Madrid

  07-06-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer rules out Michael Olise exit to Real MadridAfter being linked with Real Madrid this summer, could Michael Olise (24) actually leave Bayern Munich in the coming weeks? For Herbert Hainer, the president of the Rekordmeister, this possibility is out of the question.“Michael Olise is a Bayern Munich player, and he is on a long-term contract. We are not a selling club. If Florentino Pérez wishes to make us an offer – which has not been the cas
  
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• Liverpool have chosen Alisson's long-term successor amid chase for World Cup star

  07-06-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool have chosen Alisson's long-term successor amid chase for World Cup starLiverpool recently beat back interest from Juventus in Alisson Becker. Having green-lit a three-year deal for the Turin giants the Brazil No1 was left surprised that his club decided he would stay put instead. Alisson is out of contract in 2027 - after Richard Hughes triggered a one-year extension in his deal.There remains uncertainty over how the outgoing Premier League champions plan to replace Alisson when his ti
  
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• 🚨 Denmark friendly abandoned: another scare for Eriksen

  07-06-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Denmark friendly abandoned: another scare for EriksenVery ugly scenes during the friendly match between Denmark and Ukraine.Neither team will be taking part in the upcoming World Cup, but they still took to the pitch today for a test match.After around 65 minutes, things suddenly became hectic on the field. TV footage on ‘DAZN’ showed that a Danish player had gone down without any contact from an opponent. At first, it was unclear who it was.After that, the broadcast showed
  
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• 🚑 Denmark confirm Eriksen is fine after collapsing in a friendly

  07-06-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚑 Denmark confirm Eriksen is fine after collapsing in a friendlyChristian Eriksen once again left the football world holding its breath during the Denmark-Ukraine friendly played in Odense. In the 65th minute, the midfielder clutched his chest and collapsed to the ground, forcing the immediate intervention of the medical staff.The match was suspended by the referee with the score at 2-1. The Danish Football Association confirmed in an official statement that Eriksen is conscious and is d
  
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• Ederson replaces injured Wesley in Brazil squad

  07-06-2026 20:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brazil full-back Wesley has been ruled out of the World Cup because of a thigh injury, with Manchester United-bound midfielder Ederson called up to replace him.Roma defender Wesley left the field in tears after 15 minutes as Brazil - who are in Scotland's group - beat Egypt 2-1 in their final preparation match.A scan confirmed the severity of the injury to the 22-year-old."The MRI scan revealed a muscle injury to the adductor muscle in his left thigh," the Brazilian Football Confederation said i
  
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• Manchester City Remain Optimistic About Landing This Nottingham Star: What Will He Bring To The Etihad?

  07-06-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Remain Optimistic About Landing This Nottingham Star: What Will He Bring To The Etihad?In a recent Q&A, Manchester Evening News writer Simon Bajkowski claimed that Manchester City remain optimistic about landing Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson. It has been mentioned that the Mancunian giants are confident about securing the services of the English midfield ace this off-season.Anderson’s Good Form In The Premier LeagueThe 23-year-old proved himself to be a c
  
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• Eriksen taken ill, match suspended, Denmark: he's fine, pacemaker worked

  07-06-2026 20:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eriksen taken ill, match suspended, Denmark: he's fine, pacemaker workedMoments of great fear for Christian Eriksen during the Denmark-Ukraine friendly at Nature Energy Park in Odense.
  Around the 65th minute, Christian Eriksen touched his chest and then collapsed to the ground: medical staff intervened immediately and fortunately the player managed to get back up on his own, making his way to the ambulance on his own two feet.The national team doctor speaks: "The pacemaker responded, he is fine"
  
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• Christian Eriksen collapses again during Denmark friendly with match called off

  07-06-2026 20:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Christian Eriksen is conscious after collapsing again while playing during Denmark’s friendly with Ukraine.Eriksen clutched his chest and fell to the ground before medical personnel rushed to the midfielder’s aid.“Christian Eriksen is conscious and doing well under the circumstances,” Denmark posted on X. “The match has been called off.”It comes five years after Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest at Euro 2020 during a group stage match against Finland, when his
  
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• Wesley posts message after being cut from Brazil squad

  07-06-2026 20:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wesley posts message after being cut from Brazil squadRight-back Wesley shared a message on social media this Sunday (7) after being cut from the squad that will represent the Brazilian National Team at the World Cup.In the text, he said that it “hurts not to be able to continue” with the team at this moment, but added that he will try to face this moment “with his head held high.”Wesley was injured during Brazil’s last match before its World Cup debut.He left the f
  
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• Manchester United Are The Main Contenders To Sign This Tottenham Hotspur Ace: Should Carrick Move In For Him?

  07-06-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are The Main Contenders To Sign This Tottenham Hotspur Ace: Should Carrick Move In For Him?In a recent report, Fichajes stated that Manchester United are the main contenders to sign Tottenham Hotspur ace Cristian Romero this summer. It is understood that the Red Devils have identified the Argentine talent as a target for this transfer window.Romero’s Inconsistent Campaign In The Premier LeagueRomero struggled to perform at a high level for Spurs in the Premier League, but
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms interest in £51m Liverpool star

  07-06-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms interest in £51m Liverpool starAndoni Iraola has taken over as Liverpool's manager. The Spaniard is coming off the back of a rather impressive season with Bournemouth which saw them earn qualification to the Europa League.And, since his playing style is an awful lot different to Arne Slot's, there's bound to be some changes to Liverpool's squad.The Reds finished fifth in the Premier League this term which is a massive fall from grace after winning the Premier Leagu
  
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• Arsenal’s Odegaard reacts to message from Patrick Vieira

  07-06-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal’s Odegaard reacts to message from Patrick VieiraMartin Odegaard has reponded to a message from Patrick Vieira, following Arsenal’s Premier League title success.Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images For Premier LeagueAfter Arsenal lifted the Premier League trophy last month, former Gunners captain and Premier League winner Patrick Vieira sent a message to current captain Martin Odegaard about the title success.“Martin, from a former captain of Arsenal to a captain of Arsen
  
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• Transfer round-up for 7 June 💰

  07-06-2026 19:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Transfer round-up for 7 June 💰Just a few days before the opening of the 2026 summer transfer window, OneFootball brings you a daily transfer roundup. Official announcements, major rumors: the main transfer stories from this Sunday, June 7, can be found here!It’s official ✍️- Vladimir Petkovic has officially extended his contract as head of the Algeria national team until 2028.- Despite being under contract until 2027, Robin Van Persie has been sacked by Feyenoord.
  
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• Will NI be 'badly-behaved guests' at France's party?

  07-06-2026 19:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Northern Ireland have never beaten France across nine meetings [Getty Images]It is a bit like being invited to gig to see the warm-up act but not the headliner, or invited to pre-drinks but not the actual party. Northern Ireland will not be at the World Cup this summer, but on Monday (20:10 BST) they will face a France side who will be having their farewell send-off in Lille.Coming off the back of a surprise defeat by Ivory Coast on Thursday, France will be favourites to beat Michael O'Neill's s
  
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• Watch out Richard Hughes! Liverpool could lose teenage sensation to PSG

  07-06-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch out Richard Hughes! Liverpool could lose teenage sensation to PSGLiverpool have had big success in recruiting for the youth and underage sides in recent seasons. Rio Ngumoha and Trey Nyoni are now fully-fledged first-team squad members with teen sensation Ngumoha making his senior international debut this week.In January the acquisition of Mor Talla Ndiaye went through and there are high hopes for the Senegal teenager to make a senior breakout.It looks like Liverpool are hoping to follow a
  
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• O'Neill a 'no-brainer' – now major rebuild awaits

  07-06-2026 19:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic appointing Martin O'Neill on a permanent basis is a "no-brainer", according to the club's former captain Paul Lambert.O'Neill is set to continue at Parkhead on a one-year contract after two interim spells culminated in a league and cup double last season.Celtic have not yet confirmed the appointment officially but they have decided continuity is king as they try to avoid the difficulties that plagued parts of last season."It's a no-brainer," Lambert told BBC Scotland. "He knows the club,
  
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• 22-year-old Liverpool star in transfer tug-of-war

  07-06-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  22-year-old Liverpool star in transfer tug-of-warNow that Andoni Iraola is in charge of Liverpool, a lot of things are going to change. Next season, the Anfield outfit need to do everything in their power to try and compete for some silverware once again.This term, they finished fifth in the Premier League which is miles off where they were expected to be.However, for them to do this, some players will need to be moved on so that the Spaniard and Richard Hughes can rebuild the squad and get Live
  
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• ‘It’s Bible time’: How religion became part of the USMNT’s World Cup identity

  07-06-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Christian Pulisic’s bible study is an important part of his spiritual life. Photograph: Omar Vega/USSF/Getty ImagesIn the third episode of the interminable, nine-part Pulisic docuseries, its subject, Christian Pulisic, sits down at a dining table, pink orchids blooming behind him.“It is what time?” a friend asks him, holding a camera in Pulisic’s face.“Bible time,” Pulisic answers, thumbing through the good book with a pencil perched between his fingers, a not
  
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• Hugo Viana shortlists Everton attacker as fresh Manchester City transfer target

  07-06-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hugo Viana shortlists Everton attacker as fresh Manchester City transfer targetMan City are watching Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye as a potential squad signingThe 26-year-old’s ability to play wide or as a number 10 has caught City’s eyeNdiaye scored six goals and registered three assists for Everton last seasonManchester City are monitoring Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye as a potential squad addition this summer, with the Senegal international’s versatility across wide position
  
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• Will NI be 'badly behaved guests' at France's party?

  07-06-2026 18:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Northern Ireland will be big underdogs against France, who will have a send off to the World Cup [Getty Images]It's a bit like being invited to gig to see the warm-up act but not the headliner, or invited to pre-drinks but not the actual party. Northern Ireland will not be at the World Cup this summer, but on Monday they will face a France side who will be having their farewell send-off in Lille.Coming off the back of a surprise defeat by the Ivory Coast on Thursday, France will be favourites to
  
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• Ousmane Dembélé asked Kylian Mbappé to put in extra defensive effort

  07-06-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ousmane Dembélé asked Kylian Mbappé to put in extra defensive effortThe World Cup is just around the corner. And for France, the reigning World Cup runners-up, the objective is clear: to reach a third consecutive final and secure a third crown. A difficult but far from impossible task for a team considered one of the hot favourites to lift the trophy.And to achieve this, Les Bleus will notably be able to rely on Ousmane Dembélé (29), the reigning Ballon d&rsquo
  
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• From dazzling winger to veteran who barely runs - the evolution of Messi

  07-06-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]If Argentina are to become the first nation to successfully defend their World Cup crown since 1962 - and just the third ever - you can almost guarantee Lionel Messi will be at the centre of it.The 38-year-old is preparing for his sixth World Cup - which will be a joint record with Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo and Mexico's Guillermo Ochoa - but it will be a very different Messi from the one who made his debut for Barcelona back in 2003.Most players decline. The elite ones find ways to adapt
  
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• DR Congo friendly to be played behind closed doors

  07-06-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle's Yoane Wissa (centre, front row) is one of five players in the DR Congo squad who play in England [Getty Images]DR Congo's final World Cup warm-up game against Chile will take place behind closed doors amid concerns about the Ebola outbreak in the African nation.The match is scheduled to take place in the French city of Orleans on Tuesday (16:00 BST).It had been due to be played in Cadiz in Spain before a local mayor signed a decree preventing it from taking place there as a "precauti
  
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• World Cup 2026, Group H, Spain face a tough start 🇪🇸🇺🇾🇸🇦🇨🇻

  07-06-2026 18:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup 2026, Group H, Spain face a tough start 🇪🇸🇺🇾🇸🇦🇨🇻A real group of death is coming! Spain heads into this 2026 World Cup with the label of clear title favorite, but fate has given them a brutal wink: La Roja has been drawn into Group H, the very same section where it began its road to the throne in South Africa 2010.In a massive tournament with 48 teams and no room for error, this group brings us a brutal cultural and footbal
  
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• Meet the Swiss teen Barcelona signed via Instagram

  07-06-2026 18:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sydney Schertenleib has won 26 caps for Switzerland [Getty Images]Sydney Schertenleib could have been forgiven for thinking she was dreaming when, sat at home in Switzerland in 2024, she received an Instagram message from reigning European champions Barcelona about a potential transfer.The then 17-year-old had impressed for her country at the Under-17 European Championships and with club Grasshopper Zurich, making 16 appearances and scoring three goals in the Swiss top flight in the 2023-24 seas
  
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