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• Fifa alters how World Cup tables work - it changes everything

  19-06-2026 21:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mexico could choose to rest players against the Czech Republic with top spot secured [Getty Images]There has been a subtle change in the way Fifa is determining league tables for the 2026 World Cup - and it might have a huge impact on the final group matches.For the first time at a World Cup, Fifa is using head-to-head records instead of group goal difference as the primary tiebreaker for teams level on points.Until 1966, goal ratio was used to separate teams - this involved dividing a team's go
  
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• Boston pubs struggle to cope as 20,000 Scotland fans ‘party locals under the table’

  20-06-2026 09:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As the Tartan Army descended upon Boston for the World Cup, the city's hospitality venues are reportedly struggling to keep pace with the demand for beer.More than 20,000 Scotland fans have travelled to Massachusetts, where Scotland’s first two group stage matches took place.Bars have reported running out of beer as the thirsty travelling fans caused a surge in demand.Dillon's manager, Eric Lemoult, said the city is used to lots of football fans, but the Tartan Army “party them under
  
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• Roma renew interest in Genoa’s Jeff Ekhator

  20-06-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma renew interest in Genoa’s Jeff EkhatorRoma is among the clubs interested in Genoa’s 2006-born Jeff Ekhator. The Genoa and Italian national team striker, used by coach Silvio Baldini in the friendly wins against Luxembourg and Greece, could leave Liguria during the summer transfer window. The 19-year-old was born and raised in Genoa to Nigerian parents and represents a versatile and adaptable profile, perfect for the Roma team Gian Piero Gasperini wants to build.Relations with Ge
  
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• 🗞️ Red alert over Saudi Arabia, market heats up... Saturday's back pages

  20-06-2026 09:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗞️ Red alert over Saudi Arabia, market heats up... Saturday's back pagesThe front pages of the sports press this June 20 are caught between competitive tension and boardroom frenzy. With the Spanish national team forced to respond at the World Cup, the biggest clubs are using the international stage to set strategic moves in motion and launch offensives that threaten to break the bank in the summer market.MARCA: Danger warning for La RojaUnder the forceful headline "WATCH OUT!", t
  
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• 😭 Turkey aren’t alone in despair: another World Cup side is out!

  20-06-2026 09:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😭 Turkey aren’t alone in despair: another World Cup side is out!The jubilation was boundless when Haiti qualified for a FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1974 in November 2025. The island nation had had to wait a full 54 years for such a moment of success.But after just two matches, Haiti’s North American adventure is already over. Following the 0–3 defeat to Brazil on the night from Friday to Saturday, it is now clear: “Les Grenadiers” no longer
  
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• Real Madrid considering blockbuster Michael Olise offer involving €130m plus first-team star – report

  20-06-2026 09:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid considering blockbuster Michael Olise offer involving €130m plus first-team star – reportReal Madrid could be preparing one of the most ambitious transfer operations of the summer as club president Florentino Perez explores a deal for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise that could involve both a huge cash offer and the departure of a key first-team midfielder.It must be remembered that Olise has emerged as the preferred attacking target for Real Madrid, with the club viewin
  
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• Chelsea join race for Manu Kone

  20-06-2026 09:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea join race for Manu KoneManu Koné’s future may be far from Roma. The French midfielder, currently playing at the World Cup, isn’t considered unsellable by Gian Piero Gasperini.With a significant offer of around €50 million, the Giallorossi would let him go to raise funds by June 30. As reported in today’s edition of Corriere della Sera, Arsenal isn’t the only one interested in Roma’s number 17: Chelsea have also made inquiries Koné. In the
  
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• Scotland fans channel the spirit of the World Cup to leave Boston charmed

  20-06-2026 09:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  At around 2pm on the delayed 9am train to Boston, two shocked locals were engaged in bemused conversation.The subject, a kilted man presumably in his early 60s, had just returned down the carriage after an hour or so sitting with his new-found friends. “It’s only 2pm! The game isn’t for another seven hours!” one exclaimed. “Those drinks must have had at least five shots in them, and he definitely got through at least three,” came the shocked reply. Boston is n
  
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• Barcelona wonderkid’s transfer sparks dispute as former club files complaint over €1.5 million deal

  20-06-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona wonderkid’s transfer sparks dispute as former club files complaint over €1.5 million dealBarcelona’s recent signing of Egyptian striker Hamza Abdelkarim was supposed to be a regular youth acquisition. Instead, the transfer has become the centre of an unexpected dispute in Egyptian football.The Catalan giants recently activated their €1.5 million option to secure the teenager on a permanent basis from Al Ahly.However, according to reports emerging from Egypt, the d
  
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• 🎥 Hand over mouth, Almirón sent off: the 🆕 rule after the Vini case

  20-06-2026 09:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Hand over mouth, Almirón sent off: the 🆕 rule after the Vini caseAmong the most talked-about images from Turkey-Paraguay was that of Miguel Almirón, captured with a look of total disbelief after a refereeing decision that many struggled to understand at the time.💡 Want to stay up to date on everything happening in the USA, Mexico, and Canada? Don’t forget to bookmark the World Cup! To follow the tournament, search for "World Cup" on OneFootball and c
  
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• Roma reject Premier League offers for Wesley

  20-06-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma reject Premier League offers for WesleyUndoubtedly one of Roma’s best players this season – Wesley’s impact with Roma and Serie A has been excellent. The Brazilian immediately stood out, becoming indispensable for Gian Piero Gasperini, both on the right and left flank, a position he isn’t typically known for. The number 43 had to give up his World Cup dream due to injury, but he’s already working to be at his best for July 13th, when the team meets in Trigoria.
  
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• Lampard Contract Talks Offer Coventry Crucial Premier League Stability

  20-06-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lampard Contract Talks Offer Coventry Crucial Premier League StabilityFrank Lampard and Coventry City Edge Towards New Deal After Promotion GloryCoventry City Contract Talks Carry Premier League WeightFrank Lampard and Coventry City appear to be moving towards something that feels increasingly important, stability.According to BBC, Lampard has held positive talks over a new contract after guiding the Sky Blues back to the Premier League as Championship title winners. His current deal expires at
  
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• Real Madrid slap €60 million price tag on former academy star once tipped for Bernabeu return

  20-06-2026 09:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid slap €60 million price tag on former academy star once tipped for Bernabeu returnReal Madrid could be preparing for one of the most surprising transfer moves of the summer, with club president Florentino Perez open to facilitating Nico Paz’s permanent departure despite retaining significant control over the midfielder’s future.According to Defensa Central, Los Blancos are seriously considering a strategy that would see them activate their buyback clause for the Argen
  
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• Atletico Madrid legends weigh in as Julian Alvarez pushes for Barcelona move: ‘Can’t find a player like him these days’

  20-06-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid legends weigh in as Julian Alvarez pushes for Barcelona move: ‘Can’t find a player like him these days’The growing uncertainty surrounding Julian Alvarez’s future continues to dominate headlines in Spain, with the Atletico Madrid striker’s desire to join Barcelona becoming one of the biggest transfer stories of the summer.While Atletico’s hierarchy has repeatedly insisted that the Argentine is not for sale, the speculation refuses to die down.&
  
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• The little-known World Cup rule change that means US have already won their group

  20-06-2026 09:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup 2026 is into the second round of group stage fixtures, with sides including England, Germany and France well-placed to put a foot in the round of 32 over the coming days.Co-hosts Mexico became the first team to advance into the last 32 after their win over South Korea, and that 1-0 victory means El Tri have will finish top of Group A. Despite the fact that their opponents could finish with a better goal difference, Mexico have secured top spot in Group A thanks to a subtle change i
  
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• 🥐☕️FC Breakfast: Mbappé’s perfect namesake, Khusanov’s classy act

  20-06-2026 09:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐☕️FC Breakfast: Mbappé’s perfect namesake, Khusanov’s classy act"My name is Kylian Mbappé" 🤷‍♂️One Kyks can hide another! Kylian Mbappé’s perfect namesake has stepped out of the shadows to tell his story… and the downsides of having that name.Khusanov’s classy gesture 📸After colliding with a cameraman on the touchline, Uzbek defender Abdukodir Khusanov wanted to make amends. Love to see it!
  
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• 🎥 Between the local party and the Tartan Army, Friday’s best 🤣

  20-06-2026 09:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Between the local party and the Tartan Army, Friday’s best 🤣The World Cup goes on, and we already have the first teams qualified for the next round. But what never stops is the party in every place hosting the tournament.Yesterday brought another example. Even more so with a United States team that is starting to live out its passion for 'soccer'. Sorry, for football.A spectacular build-up in SeattleThe United States could well have won the match before it even started. N
  
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• Real Madrid to hold crucial talks with Serie A side next week regarding future of 21-year-old star

  20-06-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid to hold crucial talks with Serie A side next week regarding future of 21-year-old starReal Madrid are preparing to make a major decision on the future of Nico Paz, with a key meeting scheduled for next week that could determine whether the Argentine midfielder returns to the Santiago Bernabeu, remains at Como, or secures a permanent move elsewhere.According to Mundo Deportivo, Los Blancos will hold talks with Como in the coming days to discuss the next steps for one of the club&rsquo
  
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• Liverpool thunder into the lead for £48m midfield powerhouse

  20-06-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool thunder into the lead for £48m midfield powerhouseLiverpool have been tipped to shake up their midfield options this summer. Alexis Mac Allister is only under contract until 2028 and no negotiations exist over a new deal. If no accord is struck then Richard Hughes may listen to offers for the Argentina FIFA World Cup winner this summer.Curtis Jones is out of contract in 2027 and to prevent the 25-year-old leaving on a free club bosses are prepared to let him join Inter Milan for
  
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• 🎥 World Cup highlights: What drama, Paraguay knock Turkey out

  20-06-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 World Cup highlights: What drama, Paraguay knock Turkey outYou couldn’t make this up! Having gone into the World Cup as something of a dark horse, Turkey already has to bow out after just two group-stage matches. The 0–1 loss to Paraguay sealed their early exit.In the final group clash against hosts USA, the Turks are now playing only for pride. What a surprise!This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩
  
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• Manchester City closing in on club record transfer for Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson

  20-06-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City closing in on club record transfer for Nottingham Forest’s Elliot AndersonMan City are closing in on the signing of Elliot AndersonThe update comes with the deal said to have entered its “final stages”Anderson is expected to undergo a medical in the United States while on World Cup dutyManchester City are closing in on the signing of Elliot Anderson, with the protracted pursuit of the Nottingham Forest midfielder edging towards a conclusion this summer.City have
  
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• Barcelona homegrown star’s future back in limbo as club closes in on second summer signing

  20-06-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona homegrown star’s future back in limbo as club closes in on second summer signingBarcelona’s left-back situation could become one of the biggest talking points of the summer, with Alejandro Balde once again facing an uncertain future amid the club’s push to strengthen the position.According to SPORT, Balde’s standing within the squad has come under fresh scrutiny following Barcelona’s move for Racing Santander talent Jorge Salinas. As reported before,
  
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• Report: Liverpool Tracking Young Australian Star as Barcelona Bid Falls Short

  20-06-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool Tracking Young Australian Star as Barcelona Bid Falls ShortLucas Herrington Transfer Interest Shows Why Liverpool Are Watching CloselyBarcelona Interest Underlines Herrington’s RiseThere are certain players who seem to move faster than their own story. Lucas Herrington, still only 18, already appears to be one of them.The Australia defender is at the 2026 World Cup, plays in MLS for Colorado Rapids, and has already attracted interest from Barcelona. According to The Athle
  
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• Turkey's crazy exit in numbers 🤯

  20-06-2026 08:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Turkey's crazy exit in numbers 🤯Square feet epidemic in Turkey.In the early morning, the entire Turkish people woke up with a hangover.Beaten by Paraguay by the narrowest of margins (0-1), Turkey is already heading for the exit at this 2026 World Cup after only two matches.An all the more surprising fiasco given that Turkey was seen as the favorite in Group D, but one illustrated by absolutely dreadful numbers in attack.Across these first two World Cup matches, the Turks simply attempted
  
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• The crazy numbers behind Turkey’s exit 🤯

  20-06-2026 08:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The crazy numbers behind Turkey’s exit 🤯Square feet epidemic in Turkey.At daybreak, the entire Turkish people woke up with a hangover.Beaten by Paraguay by the smallest of margins (0-1), Turkey is already heading out of this 2026 World Cup after just two matches.An even more surprising fiasco given that Turkey was seen as the favorite in Group D, but one that is reflected in absolutely dreadful attacking numbers.Across these first two World Cup matches, the Turks simply attempted 6
  
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• Real Madrid veteran affirms his commitment to the club: ‘Goal is to finish my career here’

  20-06-2026 08:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid veteran affirms his commitment to the club: ‘Goal is to finish my career here’Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has once again reaffirmed his long-term commitment to the club, revealing that his biggest ambition is to bring his playing career to an end at the Santiago Bernabeu.The Belgian international remains one of the most important figures in the Real Madrid squad and, despite already being under contract until 2027, has said that he sees his future tied to Real
  
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• Vinicius Jr. reacts as Raphinha suffers worrying injury setback: ‘We hope it’s not serious’

  20-06-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vinicius Jr. reacts as Raphinha suffers worrying injury setback: ‘We hope it’s not serious’Brazil star Vinicius Jr. has shared his support for Barcelona forward Raphinha after the latter suffered an injury scare during Brazil’s World Cup victory over Haiti.The incident has sparked concern in both the Brazilian national team camp and at Barcelona, where club officials are anxiously awaiting the results of medical examinations. With Raphinha playing a crucial role for
  
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• Liverpool ready to pounce on the new Alexander Isak

  20-06-2026 08:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool ready to pounce on the new Alexander IsakLiverpool are ready to sign their next Alexander Isak. The Swede's arrival at Liverpool last summer was more than just another high-profile transfer, it was the culmination of a pursuit that had been nearly a decade in the making.Liverpool's interest in the Swedish striker dates back to 2016, when Michael Edwards identified Isak as one of Europe's brightest young talents during his breakthrough at AIK.The Reds explored the possibility of bringin
  
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• 🤯 How many shots without a goal?! Turkey's exit is just bonkers

  20-06-2026 08:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤯 How many shots without a goal?! Turkey's exit is just bonkersWith incredible euphoria, Turkey had been eagerly awaiting its first World Cup appearance in 24 years. But the dream of North America turned into a nightmare at record speed.What’s more: after just two group-stage matches, coach Vincenzo Montella’s team has already been eliminated! The 1–0 defeat to Paraguay sealed fourth and last place in Group C.And it wasn’t for lack of chances. Against Australia, T
  
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• 🚑 CBF confirm Raphinha's medical update, how is he?

  20-06-2026 08:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚑 CBF confirm Raphinha's medical update, how is he?The Brazilian national team issued the first medical report on Raphinha, who left the field in the first half against Haiti due to an injury. "Raphinha felt pain in his right hamstring during the first half of the match against Haiti. The player has begun treatment and will be reevaluated. We will inform you when we have more information," they said. Brazil still has one group-stage match left against Scotland to determine its
  
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