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• FA charges Burton with breaching agent regulations

  19-06-2026 16:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Burton Albion finished 17th in League One in the 2025-26 season [Shutterstock]Burton Albion have been charged by the Football Association with 28 breaches of agent regulations relating to deals made during the club's British-record transfer spree in 2024.Agent Conor Hayden has also been charged over the alleged issue, first reported by BBC Sport in July 2025, which is linked to 25 player "transactions" made in the summer that the club was taken over the Sweden-based Nordic Football Group (NFG).A
  
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• Ex Liverpool Coach Departs Al Ettifaq After Two Seasons in Saudi Arabia

  20-06-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ex Liverpool Coach Departs Al Ettifaq After Two Seasons in Saudi ArabiaJohn Achterberg Leaves Al Ettifaq as Liverpool Legacy EnduresAchterberg confirms Saudi departureJohn Achterberg has officially confirmed his departure from Al Ettifaq, bringing an end to a two-season spell in Saudi Arabia and opening the next chapter in a coaching career defined by longevity, loyalty and serious goalkeeping expertise.The former Liverpool coach announced the news on Instagram, explaining that his exit came by
  
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• Napoli set to battle with Lazio for Udinese’s Nicolo Zaniolo

  20-06-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Napoli set to battle with Lazio for Udinese’s Nicolo ZanioloSerie A side Napoli have inquired about Udinese’s Nicolo Zaniolo recently as they plot a summer move for him. According to a report by La Gazzetta dello Sport via Calcio Napoli 24, Zaniolo’s wish to raise his salary is making headwinds at Udinese as Napoli hope for a transfer swoop this summer. The Italian international currently earns €1.2 million under his contract with the Friulani until 2029, and he
  
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• World Cup 2026 knockout stage tracker: USA, Mexico through; who’s in and who’s out?

  20-06-2026 18:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As Matchday 2 continues in the 2026 World Cup, the Round of 32 picture is beginning to take shape.Two of the tournament’s three co-hosts, the United States and Mexico, have already clinched their respective groups and will advance to the knockout stage. Canada has picked up four points through their first two matches and face Switzerland on Wednesday, which will decide the Group B winner.There will be 32 teams advancing to the knockout round following the group stage. The top two teams fro
  
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• From Osimhen to Sané: Who is George Gardi and why Milan want him to solve their transfer crisis

  20-06-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From Osimhen to Sané: Who is George Gardi and why Milan want him to solve their transfer crisisMilan are considering bringing in external transfer consultant George Gardi to help navigate the club’s summer recruitment amid the ongoing leadership vacuum at San Siro, with the Florence-based fixer’s extensive network and track record making him an attractive bridge solution while the search for a permanent sporting director continues.According to MilanNews.it, Gardi would not fun
  
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• Referee told McGinn penalty denied as ball going out of play

  20-06-2026 18:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Referee Ilgiz Tantashev told John McGinn he turned down his claim for a penalty against Morocco because the ball was going out of play as he was challenged by Neil el Aynaoui, the Scotland midfielder's brother, Stephen, said.Scott McTominay also claimed for penalty under a challenge from midfielder El Aynaoui as Scotland suffered a 1-0 defeat in Boston, but it was his brother's claim that the Falkirk first-team coach thought had more credibility."The McTominay one, my gut reaction was he was pla
  
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• Report: Chelsea star set to leave the club this summer

  20-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Chelsea star set to leave the club this summerLeeds United Monitor Filip Jorgensen as Chelsea Prepare for Goalkeeper ExitLeeds United’s search for a new goalkeeper has taken an intriguing turn, with SportsBoom reporting that Chelsea are prepared to listen to both loan and permanent offers for Filip Jorgensen this summer.The Danish international arrived at Stamford Bridge from Villarreal in a £20 million deal amid significant expectations. Chelsea viewed him as a long term sol
  
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• No Pulisic, no problem: how the USA learned to win without their star player

  20-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ricardo Pepi helped fill the gap left by Christian Pulisic’s absence on Friday.Photograph: Robin Alam/ISI Photos/Getty ImagesOnce it was clear that Christian Pulisic’s calf could keep him out of Friday’s match against Australia, Mauricio Pochettino had a lot of options to consider. There is no like-for-like alternative to Pulisic, still the United States’ most important player.Australia entered this game with a point to prove, wanting to build off of their opening win ove
  
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• How does qualification for the World Cup knockout stage work?

  20-06-2026 18:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England are aiming to win Group L - but their potential path to the final is tricky [Getty Images]As the planet's elite footballers put every effort into qualifying for the latter stages of the 2026 World Cup, fans around the globe are working almost as hard trying to understand who will play who in the knockout rounds.An expanded 48-team tournament, new tiebreaker rules, and three host countries with four different time zones make it difficult for even the most ardent supporter to stay across t
  
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• Real Madrid issue statement denying contacts with Michael Olise: ‘Always maintained a relationship based on trust and mutual respect’

  20-06-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid issue statement denying contacts with Michael Olise: ‘Always maintained a relationship based on trust and mutual respect’Amid growing reports that Real Madrid have identified Bayern Munich superstar Michael Olise as their primary Galactico transfer target this summer, the Spanish giants have come out and issued an official statement denying claims of contacting the player.This comes after reports had suggested that Los Blancos’ CEO, Jose Angel Sanchez, had personall
  
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• 🚨 XXL transfer rumours, Real issue statement on Bayern's Olise

  20-06-2026 18:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 XXL transfer rumours, Real issue statement on Bayern's OliseFor some time now, rumors have been circulating about alleged transfer plans at Real Madrid. Michael Olise of Bayern Munich is said to be at the very top of Los Blancos’ shopping list. On Saturday afternoon, Real Madrid has now commented on the reports in an official statement. In it, the Spaniards clearly denied the rumors. The statement in full"In light of the reports published in various media outlets regarding o
  
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• Nagelsmann praises Hansi Flick’s work at Barcelona: ‘The team developed perfectly’

  20-06-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nagelsmann praises Hansi Flick’s work at Barcelona: ‘The team developed perfectly’Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann has paid glowing tribute to Hansi Flick and Barcelona, insisting the Catalan side’s progress under his predecessor has been “perfect” and suggesting their Champions League exit came down to misfortune rather than shortcomings.Speaking ahead of Germany’s World Cup clash with Ivory Coast in Toronto, Nagelsmann was in relaxed spirits after his
  
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• ❌ Real Madrid deny interest in Olise with a statement

  20-06-2026 18:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ❌ Real Madrid deny interest in Olise with a statementReal Madrid have issued an official statement denying any interest in Michael Olise, the Bayern Munich and France winger. The club says it has had “no direct or indirect contact with the player in question, his representatives, or people in his circle.”The statement, unusually explicit in dismissing a rumor, goes beyond denying a bid: it also denies any form of prior approach. Real Madrid also regrets the spread of “sp
  
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• Arsenal loanee trains alone as transfer talks continue

  20-06-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal loanee trains alone as transfer talks continueThe midfielder wants to return to Hamburg for pre-season, but their reported budget remains well below the option agreed in his loan deal.Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty ImagesFabio Vieira is working with a personal trainer while Arsenal and Hamburg continue talks over his future following his successful loan spell in Germany.The 26-year-old missed out on representing Portugal at the World Cup, despite finishing the season as Hamburg’s l
  
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• 'Control freak' McInnes is 'exactly what Rangers need' - McCall

  20-06-2026 18:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]Ian McCall has described new Rangers manager Derek McInnes as a "total control freak" and expects him to be "hands on" in how the club is run.Having led Hearts to within minutes of the title last season, McInnes was this week appointed Ibrox boss after Danny Rohl's move to Red Bull Salzburg. It is McInnes' sixth club as a manager.And former Rangers midfielder McCall told BBC Sportsound: "Derek McInnes, I think, as the new manager - I hope he doesn't mind me saying - is a total control freak
  
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• Liverpool’s €60m Defensive Target Favours Madrid Move

  20-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool’s €60m Defensive Target Favours Madrid MoveLiverpool Face Defensive Dilemma as Real Madrid Lead Race for SchlotterbeckLiverpool’s summer rebuild has already been shaped by significant change, and one of their key defensive targets now appears to be drifting towards a familiar destination. According to reports from El Debate, Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck favours a move to Real Madrid rather than a switch to Liverpool, creating another potential headache
  
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• Grimaldo Says Yes to Atlético as €25m Bid Tests Leverkusen

  20-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Grimaldo Says Yes to Atlético as €25m Bid Tests LeverkusenAtletico Madrid have opened formal talks with Bayer Leverkusen over a €25m deal for Alejandro Grimaldo (30), according to transfer reporter Matteo Moretto. Fabrizio Romano has added that personal terms between the player and Los Colchoneros are already settled, with Grimaldo having “said yes to Atlético’s project” on a contract running to 2029 with an option for a further year.As previously covere
  
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• Confirmed: Frenkie de Jong starts for Netherlands vs Sweden amid discomfort fears

  20-06-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Frenkie de Jong starts for Netherlands vs Sweden amid discomfort fearsNetherlands will be looking for their first win of the 2026 FIFA World Cup later today as they get set to take on Sweden in their second group game.With kickoff only a little over an hour away, the Oranje manager, Ronald Koeman, has announced the starting XI that will take the field against Sweden.Frenkie de Jong startsAnd, in what comes as quite a bit of a surprise, Barcelona midfielder and captain Frenkie de Jong
  
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• Report – The reason why Barcelona opted to renew injury-prone defender

  20-06-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report – The reason why Barcelona opted to renew injury-prone defenderAlthough it has yet to be made official, Barcelona and Andreas Christensen have already reached an agreement to extend their partnership for a further two seasons.The deal, which is expected to be signed in the coming days, includes a clause allowing either party to end the agreement in June 2027.Christensen’s previous contract was due to expire on 30 June, but despite two injury-hit seasons and limited appearances
  
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• 🚨 Koeman tweaks attack, Sweden full strength: XIs for Netherlands-Sweden

  20-06-2026 17:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Koeman tweaks attack, Sweden full strength: XIs for Netherlands-SwedenThe Netherlands and Sweden are weighing their chances of moving on to the next round today at Houston Stadium. Ronald Koeman’s side, after drawing their opening match against Japan, are under all the pressure.   Today’s match at Houston, Texas will be played with these confirmed lineups:
  Netherlands: Verbruggen; Van Dijk, Van Hecke, Van de Ven, Dumfries; Gravenberch, Reinjders, De Jong, Gak
  
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• 🎥 Houston, there’s a horse in the hallway! Oranje fans at it again

  20-06-2026 17:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Houston, there’s a horse in the hallway! Oranje fans at it againA wise Dutchman once said: "We Dutch always have fun." And he definitely wasn’t entirely wrong. Ahead of the second group match against Sweden, Houston police estimates said that nearly 30,000 Oranje fans took part in the fan march toward the stadium. The atmosphere was outstanding hours before kickoff. Of course, a few Oranje legends were there again as well. Wesley Sneijder and Edwin van der Sar celebrat
  
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• World Cup 2026: Netherlands vs Sweden – Malen, Dumfries, Hien & Karlstrom start

  20-06-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup 2026: Netherlands vs Sweden – Malen, Dumfries, Hien & Karlstrom startThe Netherlands vs Sweden is the first World Cup match of the day, as Group F gets underway in the second round of fixtures; the Swedes topping the group so far after their emphatic 5-1 victory over Tunisia in their opener.The Dutch, meanwhile, were held to a thrilling 2-2 draw with Japan that came alive in the second half, but leaves them needing to win today if they have any hope of topping the group.Roma
  
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• Aldershot sign midfielder Lawless and defender Dyce

  20-06-2026 17:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aldershot Town have signed midfielder Conor Lawless and defender Tyrese Dyce from National League South sides Dagenham & Redbridge and Slough Town respectively.Lawless, 24, has spent the past three seasons with the Daggers, who finished 13th last season."Conor is different to what we have in midfield and his addition will provide good competition in the middle of the pitch," Shots boss Scott Davies told the club website.Dyce, 25, has previously played in non-league for Spennymoor Town and Ma
  
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• Hornchurch bring in ex-Southend striker Walker

  20-06-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hornchurch have signed striker Josh Walker after he was released by Southend.The 28-year-old scored 10 goals in 63 league appearances for the Shrimpers but was not offered a new contract at the end of last season.The move to the Urchins will see him link up with boss Daryl McMahon for a second time, having played under him at Dagenham & Redbridge."He brings experience, brings quality and also he is a fantastic lad as well," McMahon told the club website.Hornchurch have not disclosed the leng
  
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• Roma reject Premier League approaches for wing-back Wesley

  20-06-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma reject Premier League approaches for wing-back WesleySerie A side Roma saw Wesley impress in the 2025/26 campaign and the wing-back is already attracting interest from clubs in England.This isn’t new for the Brazilian, who picked up an injury two weeks ago this ruled him out of contention to feature at the World Cup.Now, La Gazzetta dello Sport – via Tuttomercatoweb, report that interest from England has risen once again. Despite rumours surrounding their stance, Roma do not wan
  
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• Napoli could offer Lucca to Lazio in attempt to sign Milan & Bournemouth target Gila

  20-06-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Napoli could offer Lucca to Lazio in attempt to sign Milan & Bournemouth target GilaNapoli are exploring a creative solution to sign Lazio defender Mario Gila, with the club considering offering Lorenzo Lucca as part of any deal to bridge the gap between their valuation and Lazio’s asking price of €30 million.According to Sky Sport’s Manuele Baiocchini, via LaLazioSiamoNoi, Gila has emerged as one of the summer’s most coveted centre-backs, attracting interest from both
  
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• Liverpool informed of defender’s desire for Real Madrid move

  20-06-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool informed of defender’s desire for Real Madrid moveThis summer, Real Madrid are planning to sign a second central defender alongside new addition Ibrahima Konate. New head coach Jose Mourinho is clear that another option is needed, which is why the club’s sporting director has drawn up a shortlist in recent weeks.The likes of Ruben Dias and Alessandro Bastoni have been considered by Real Madrid, but right now, their favoured target appears to be Nico Schlotterbeck. The Borus
  
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• 🎥 Pretty brazen! World Cup scorer just nicks the ref’s watch

  20-06-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Pretty brazen! World Cup scorer just nicks the ref’s watchAfter nine days, the World Championship had already produced one or two bizarre moments. But what happened in the middle of the clash between Paraguay and Turkey was in a category all its own. "What goes on in a player’s mind in a situation like that? I mean, seriously," referee expert Patrick Ittrich said on MagentaTV’s Breakfast Club, sounding almost a little speechless in view of a bizarre scene during
  
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• Dumfries reveals what Netherlands must learn from Inter: ‘A little fire is important’

  20-06-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dumfries reveals what Netherlands must learn from Inter: ‘A little fire is important’Denzel Dumfries has offered a candid insight into the contrasting dynamics of the Inter dressing room and the Netherlands national team setup, suggesting Koeman’s side need to develop the same edge and directness that characterises life at the Nerazzurri.Speaking to Voetbal International ahead of the Netherlands’ World Cup campaign, the outgoing Inter right-back, whose move to Real Madrid
  
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• Romano says “agreement on personal terms” almost done, PSG set for transfer fee discussions

  20-06-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Romano says “agreement on personal terms” almost done, PSG set for transfer fee discussionsKang-in Lee could be the next player to leave PSG after coming close to agreeing personal terms with Atletico Madrid.If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content.While the World Cup captures the world’s attention, PSG are working hard in the background to continue their phenomenal succe
  
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