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• Fifa 'assessing reports' over Falklands banner

  16-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Argentina have previously been fined for holding a banner with the same message [Getty Images]Fifa is "assessing match reports" before deciding whether to punish Argentina after players celebrated their World Cup semi-final win against England with a banner in support of their country's claims to the Falkland Islands.The defending world champions produced a dramatic late comeback in Atlanta, scoring twice to defeat Thomas Tuchel's side 2-1 and book a showdown with Spain in Sunday's final.After t
  
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• World Cup final kick-off time delayed by performances and bizarre Tom Cruise speech

  19-07-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup final between Argentina and Spain did not kick off on time and was delayed by six minutes. Kick-off at the New York ⁠New Jersey stadium was scheduled to be 8pm BST (3pm ET) but the most-watched sporting fixture in the world did not begin until 8:06pm. The start of the match followed a performance by Robbie Williams, the singing of the national anthem by Jennifer Hudson, a bizarre pre-game speech by actor Tom Cruise, and a ‘let’s get ready to rumble’ build-up
  
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• Sunderland Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This Eredivisie Winger: Good Choice For Le Bris?

  19-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This Eredivisie Winger: Good Choice For Le Bris?In a recent report, Dutch news outlet Fr12 revealed that Sunderland are locked in a three-way battle for Feyenoord Rotterdam winger Anis Hadj Moussa. It has been mentioned that the Black Cats are set to compete with Como and Paris FC in the race to sign the Algerian wide player this off-season.Moussa’s Impressive Form In Dutch FootballMoussa enjoyed a decent run of form at the Dutch club in the
  
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• Charlton Athletic defender N’Dow signs new deal

  19-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Charlton Athletic defender N’Dow signs new dealCharlton Athletic defender Elisha N’Dow has signed a new contract with the club.The Addicks announced news of the deal via a post on their official club website earlier today.The 29-year-old defender initially joined Charlton Athletic on a loan deal from Aston Villa during the 2022/2023 season and the arrangement was later made permanent. N’Dow has cemented her place at the heart of The Addicks defence, putting in many solid perfor
  
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• Brilliant! English defender confirms he's joining Liverpool

  19-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brilliant! English defender confirms he's joining LiverpoolAn English defender has confirmed he's joining Liverpool. Let's be honest, this transfer window hasn't exactly unfolded the way Liverpool supporters were hoping it would.There is still plenty of time for things to change, and the market can move incredibly quickly, but compared to this stage last summer, it has been a much quieter process. Twelve months ago, Liverpool had already secured deals for Florian Wirtz and Milos Kerkez, while mo
  
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• Revealed: Man City design game-plan to tackle Rodri contract talks after World Cup final

  19-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Revealed: Man City design game-plan to tackle Rodri contract talks after World Cup finalMan City have been doing everything they can to get Rodri to sign a new contract this summerThe club have made little progress in renewal talks with the Spain international so farCity plan to speak to Rodri again after the FIFA World Cup concludesManchester City have been doing everything they can to convince Rodri to sign a new contract at the Etihad Stadium but have so far made little progress in those disc
  
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• Friendly matches: Genoa, Venezia and Lecce victories

  19-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Friendly matches: Genoa, Venezia and Lecce victoriesGenoa, Lecce and Venezia were all in action for pre-season friendly tests today, with the Salentini winning away to Hungarians FC Haladas.The summer has started for Italian clubs and they are warming up with a series of test matches.Lecce, Venezia and Genoa in actionITALY – FEBRUARY 7: Lorenzo Colombo of Genoa celebrates after scoring a goal during the Serie A match between Genoa CFC and SSC Napoli at Stadio Luigi Ferraris on February 7,
  
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• Harry Kane backs Thomas Tuchel to stay on as England boss after World Cup heartbreak

  19-07-2026 20:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Kane admitted England will be “grieving” their World Cup heartbreak for some time to come although he backed Thomas Tuchel to stay on as head coach.England were five minutes of normal time away from a first men’s final in 60 years but Argentina turned a 1-0 deficit in Atlanta on Wednesday into a 2-1 victory courtesy of two late goals.While England rebounded with a dizzying 6-4 win over France in Saturday’s bronze-medal match in Miami, Kane believes he and his team-m
  
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• Watch as players emerge before Spain face Argentina in World Cup final

  19-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Holders Argentina face European champions Spain in World Cup finalMessi and Lamine Yamal both start - full team news hereSecurity heightened at MetLife Stadium with US president Trump at gameMadonna, Shakira and Bieber all set to star in half-time showLoving the football? Follow your team for the new season here Watch as players emerge before Spain face Argentina in World Cup final
  
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• Sky Sports: Hull City in talks to sign Premier League forward

  19-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sky Sports: Hull City in talks to sign Premier League forwardHull City Transfer News: Tigers Target Leon Bailey in Ambitious Premier League MoveHull City are showing clear intent ahead of their return to the Premier League, with Sky Sports reporting that the club are in discussions over a move for Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey.According to Sky Sports News reporter Tim Thornton, “Hull City are in talks to sign Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey.” It is a development that would represent
  
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• Report: Liverpool have finally opened talks to sign their Mo Salah replacement

  19-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool have finally opened talks to sign their Mo Salah replacementLiverpool in Bradley Barcola Talks With PSG as Summer Transfer Battle Takes ShapeLiverpool have reportedly moved into club-to-club talks with PSG over a possible summer deal for Bradley Barcola, according to X account IndyKaila. The key line is simple, “club-to-club talks”, and that matters because it shifts this from loose admiration to something more serious.There is also a second detail worth noting. Ars
  
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• Charlton Athletic sign Perth Glory defender Johnston

  19-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Charlton Athletic sign Perth Glory defender JohnstonCharlton Athletic have completed the signing of Perth Glory defender Grace Johnston.The Addicks confirmed news of the transfer via a post on their official club website yesterday.The 21-year-old defender has signed a two-year deal with the South Londoners with the option of an additional year.Johnston joined Perth Glory from the Football West National Training Centre in 2023 and she spent a couple of years with the club before featuring for Pre
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are Showing Interest In This Talented Winger: Good Fit For De Zerbi?

  19-07-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are Showing Interest In This Talented Winger: Good Fit For De Zerbi?In a recent report, journalist Pete O’Rourke claimed that Tottenham Hotspur are showing interest in Benfica winger Andreas Schjelderup. It has been mentioned that Spurs are eyeing a move to acquire the services of the Norwegian talent later this year.Schjelderup’s Impressive Form In Portuguese FootballSchjelderup enjoyed a good run of form at the Portuguese club in the previous campaign when he put
  
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• 🚨 Will he be Klopp's new boss?! German World Cup winner confirms talks!

  19-07-2026 20:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Will he be Klopp's new boss?! German World Cup winner confirms talks!All eyes are naturally on the World Cup final right now, and we’re eagerly waiting for the answer to the big question: Who will be crowned world champions in 2026? Can Argentina pull off the miracle of defending their title, or will Spain have the greater stamina?But even though the Germany team has already been out of the running for the World Cup title for a few days now, we’re currently also learning so
  
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• Santiago Bernabeu set for a summer glow up before Real Madrid start the new season – report

  19-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Santiago Bernabeu set for a summer glow up before Real Madrid start the new season – reportAfter two consecutive seasons without a major trophy, Real Madrid are staring at an important season ahead, one where they must dominate Spanish football again.While new coach Jose Mourinho has already started preparations for the season ahead, the club are also undertaking some vital improvements to the club’s stadium, the Santiago Bernabeu.A summer of touch-upsImprovements are being carried o
  
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• Conte: ‘No Italy call, Romero best defender at 2026 World Cup’

  19-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Conte: ‘No Italy call, Romero best defender at 2026 World Cup’Antonio Conte maintains he was ‘not contacted’ for the Italy job, and advises Inter to go all-in for Tottenham’s Cristian Romero. ‘He’s the best defender by a mile at the World Cup.’The former Napoli coach is a free agent after negotiating a termination by mutual consent with the club, a year on from winning the Scudetto.MILAN, ITALY – JANUARY 11: Antonio Conte, Head Coach of SSC N
  
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• Roma willing to pay Summerville’s release clause: the Giallorossi have reached total agreement with the player

  19-07-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma willing to pay Summerville’s release clause: the Giallorossi have reached total agreement with the playerRoma has made its choice in attack: Crysencio Summerville. The Giallorossi have identified the Dutch winger as the right player to raise the level of their attack. The Roman club has reached an agreement with the 2001-born player, lowering their asking price (around €6 million) and opening the door to the project Gasperini presented to them. These are crucial hours to close th
  
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• Spain v Argentina lineups confirmed for World Cup final as Messi and Yamal go head to head

  19-07-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The lineups for the World Cup final have been confirmed as Spain stick with their tried and tested formula but Argentina opt to ring the changes.The current European champions and the reigning world champions are going head to head in a fascinating encounter in New Jersey, as this historically large World Cup plays its 104th and final match.Spain are the favourites after brilliantly beating France 2-0 in a surprisingly one-sided semi-final, so perhaps it is no surprise that Luis de la Fuente has
  
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• Shakira offers verdict on whether Lamine Yamal can emulate Lionel Messi — “It depends on discipline”

  19-07-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Shakira offers verdict on whether Lamine Yamal can emulate Lionel Messi — “It depends on discipline”Lamine Yamal will be starting for Spain tonight as they take on Argentina in the FIFA World Cup final.It will be a special game for the Barcelona attacker, who has been widely tipped to become the next Lionel Messi. Ahead of this high-octane encounter, Colombian pop icon Shakira was asked whether she believes Yamal has what it takes to emulate Messi.Shakira on Yamal becoming the
  
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• Report: Liverpool ready to make ‘concrete’ move for €40m-rated Bundesliga star

  19-07-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool ready to make ‘concrete’ move for €40m-rated Bundesliga starLiverpool Transfer News: Daniel Svensson Interest Grows as Arsenal Rivalry EmergesLiverpool and Arsenal appear to be moving towards another transfer duel, this time over Borussia Dortmund’s Daniel Svensson, a player increasingly admired for his ability to influence games from multiple positions on the left.According to Caught Offside, Liverpool have now placed Svensson high on their shortlist, wi
  
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• Liverpool dodge bullet after surprise transfer news emerges from Anfield

  19-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool dodge bullet after surprise transfer news emerges from AnfieldIf you look at the number of players that teams have been linked with, Liverpool have been one of the busiest in the Premier League. Everybody knows that the Reds need a fair few new players to be added to their ranks before they're ready to challenge for the title again this term.Indeed, the appointment of Andoni Iraola was certainly a step in the right direction but, without bringing some new faces through the Anfield door
  
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• ‘Disgusted’: How Arsenal’s new signing’s football journey almost took a different path

  19-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘Disgusted’: How Arsenal’s new signing’s football journey almost took a different pathFrom an unwilling young goalkeeper to one of Europe’s most highly rated young keepers, Meslier’s strong local roots run deep.Photo by George Wood/Getty ImagesIllan Meslier’s journey to Arsenal began in a small town near Lorient, where those who first coached the goalkeeper still speak about him with immense pride.The 26-year-old completed his move to Arsenal at the star
  
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• 🚨 World Cup final line-ups are in! Argentina make three changes

  19-07-2026 20:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 World Cup final line-ups are in! Argentina make three changesThe World Cup final kicks off in just under an hour. Spain and Argentina are ready and fired up to win the trophy. While Spain are lining up with the same starting XI as in the semifinal against France, Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has sprung a surprise with three changes compared to the match against England. For La Albiceleste, Gonzalo Montiel, former Bundesliga pro Nicolás González, and Rodrigo de Paul
  
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• World Cup free bets: Best World Cup final betting offers for Spain vs Argentina

  19-07-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England may not be involved but the World Cup final promises to be one of the most bet on sporting events of the year as favourites Spain take on holders Argentina. UK bookmakers are braced for an influx of new customers eager to get the best betting offers for the game, so we’ve ranked the top promos from regulated UK bookies.It’s important to be vigilant when signing up for a new bookmaker as there’s still plenty of unregulated sites in operation in the UK.To that end, we onl
  
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• Roma ready to pay Summerville release clause from West Ham, but is it €53m?

  19-07-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma ready to pay Summerville release clause from West Ham, but is it €53m?There are fresh reports Roma are prepared to activate Crysencio Summerville’s release clause from West Ham United, although it’s unclear whether that is under the rumoured €53m figure.The Hammers need to sell their star winger following relegation from the Premier League, and there is no shortage of clubs interested in picking up the Netherlands international.Roma set condition for West Ham deal in f
  
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• Conte: ‘I need rest and recuperation, then await possible developments’

  19-07-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Conte: ‘I need rest and recuperation, then await possible developments’Antonio Conte assures he is eager to ‘rest and recuperate’ after two years at Napoli, but leaves the door open for Italy. ‘I await situations and developments during the year.’The coach had one more year left on his three-season contract with the Partenopei, but after securing the Scudetto in his debut campaign and then finishing second during an injury crisis, he decided to walk away.Conte
  
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• Trump presence means tight security for World Cup final

  19-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There were significant queues outside New York New Jersey Stadium more than four hours before kick-off [BBC Sport]Supporters faced long queues to get into New York New Jersey Stadium amid heightened security for the 2026 World Cup final.Spain face Argentina at the 82,500-seater venue, with kick-off at 15:00 local time (20:00 BST).There is increased security partly because United States president Donald Trump is attending the final - the only World Cup match he is watching in person.As a result,
  
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• Report: Chelsea closing in on new signing with personal terms agreed

  19-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Chelsea closing in on new signing with personal terms agreedChelsea Nearing Maxence Lacroix Deal as Xabi Alonso Rebuild Gathers PaceChelsea are advancing in talks to sign Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace, with the defender emerging as a central figure in the club’s summer planning. According to TeamTalk, the Blues have stepped up their pursuit after agreeing personal terms in principle with the France international, and there is now growing belief that a full agreement can be re
  
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• Trump reveals who he’s rooting for in World Cup final and tells Fox pregame he’s already asking for another

  19-07-2026 19:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Donald Trump has revealed he is backing Argentina to win today’s World Cup final, saying: “It’s hard to bet against Messi.”The president is set to present the World Cup trophy to the winner of the Sunday game between Argentina and Spain. Speaking to Fox ahead of the match, Trump was asked who he thought would triumph and said he’d been giving the question a lot of thought as he “knew” they would ask.After describing Argentinian president Javier Milei as
  
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• 🚨 BREAKING: Spain and Argentina name World Cup final XIs

  19-07-2026 19:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 BREAKING: Spain and Argentina name World Cup final XIsSpain and Argentina have confirmed their starting XIs for the 2026 World Cup final.
  Here's how both teams are lining up at New York/New Jersey Stadium.The reigning holders are aiming to win a fourth crown while La Roja will be hoping to be named world champions for the second time since their 2010 success.
  
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