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• Flu, Zenit and Nino talks explained, what happens next

  08-06-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flu, Zenit and Nino talks explained, what happens nextFluminense’s attempt to bring back center back Nino, captain of the club’s 2023 Libertadores-winning team, has reached a delicate stage.Negotiations with Zenit, from Russia, involve high figures and strict contractual demands.Check out below the information compiled by ge about the deal!July 2025: The first contact took place right after the Club World Cup. Zenit shut the matter down immediately and refused an immediate sale, but
  
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• Matt Freese, USMNT's Harvard-educated goalkeeper, poised to start World Cup opener vs. Paraguay

  10-06-2026 02:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  IRVINE, Calif. — In all likelihood, goalkeeper Matt Freese will start in the U.S. World Cup opener Friday against Paraguay. He has, after all, been Mauricio Pochettino’s primary netminder for a year, culminating with a 90-minute performance in the final tuneup last weekend.And if, in fact, the soft-spoken Pennsylvanian is in the lineup for the Group D debut at SoFi Stadium — the first U.S. World Cup home match since 1994 and, by far, the biggest moment of his seven-year pro car
  
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• 😭 Robertson reveals letter from Diogo Jota's widow: You won't go alone

  10-06-2026 02:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😭 Robertson reveals letter from Diogo Jota's widow: You won't go aloneThe tragic deaths of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva on July 3 last year have once again made headlines.Robertson, one of the great friends of the then Liverpool forward, revealed that he received a special letter before taking the field with Scotland at the FIFA World Cup.The sender? Rute Cardoso, Diogo Jota’s widow. They shared the dream of playing in the first World Cup of their respect
  
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• 🇰🇷 goalkeeper apologises to wife after missing daughter's birth

  10-06-2026 01:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🇰🇷 goalkeeper apologises to wife after missing daughter's birthMissing the birth of his first son or daughter is not pleasant for any father. But goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu had an “acceptable” excuse.He is in Mexico on duty with South Korea to play in the fourth FIFA World Cup of his career.And he was unable to be there for the birth of his first child.“I really regret not being able to be with my wife during the delivery. I want to bring good results home fr
  
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• Silva agrees to replace Mourinho at Benfica

  10-06-2026 01:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marco Silva and Jose Mourinho both had spells as players with Portuguese clubs Belenenses and Rio Ave in their homeland [Getty Images]Marco Silva has agreed to become Benfica's new head coach as the Portuguese club formalised Jose Mourinho's departure for Real Madrid.Silva, 48, ended his five-year stint as Fulham boss a week ago when his contract at Craven Cottage expired.Benfica said they had "reached an agreement" with Silva who is set to sign a contract until the end of the 2027-28 season whi
  
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• Why England missed out on automatic World Cup spot

  10-06-2026 01:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England's only defeat was away from home against world champions Spain [Getty Images]England beat Ukraine 3-0 on Tuesday night, but it did not matter what they did as automatic qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup was out of their hands.The Lionesses needed Iceland to do them a favour in the other group match, but Spain showed their superiority in Reykjavik with a thumping 6-1 victory.It means Sarina Wiegman's back-to-back Euros winners are heading for the play-offs, while defending worl
  
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• Real Madrid eye Arsenal's Calafiori - Wednesday's gossip

  10-06-2026 00:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid scout Arsenal's Riccardo Calafiori, Tottenham consider Juventus defender Gleison Bremer to replace Cristian Romero, Manchester United chase Newcastle's Lewis Hall.Real Madrid are interested in Arsenal and Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori, 24, who previously played under Jose Mourinho at Roma. (Sky Sports)Tottenham are considering a move for Juventus and Brazil defender Gleison Bremer, 29, to replace 28-year-old Argentina international Cristian Romero in central defence. (Tuttosport
  
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• Spurs Make Their Move as Defensive Rebuild Begins

  10-06-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spurs Make Their Move as Defensive Rebuild BeginsTottenham Transfer News: Andy Robertson Arrival Signals Defensive ResetTottenham’s summer has begun with a decision that feels both sensible and revealing. As reported by The Athletic, Spurs have now confirmed the signing of Andy Robertson from Liverpool, with the Scotland captain leaving Anfield at the end of June after nine years of trophies, authority and relentless running.For a club often accused of acting too late, this feels unusually
  
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• TV spidercam falls on to pitch during Hungary game

  10-06-2026 00:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nagyerdei Stadium in Debrecen has a capacity of 20,340 [Getty Images]A TV camera suspended by wires fell on to the pitch during Hungary's friendly against Kazakhstan at Nagyerdei Stadium in Debrecen, forcing a brief stoppage in play. Hungarian media reported the camera began smoking midway through the first half after fire damaged the cable supporting it. The camera then plunged from a height of more than 20 metres and landed just inside the touchline near Hungary's warm-up area, two metres from
  
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• England taking care of Saka before World Cup - Tuchel

  09-06-2026 23:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bukayo Saka won his first cap for England in October 2020 [Getty Images]Thomas Tuchel says Bukayo Saka needs to be carefully steered back to full fitness as England head into a World Cup where they must "dare to dream".History is against 1966 winners England, head coach Tuchel pointed out.But his view is that "a bit of luck", plus sharp focus and self-belief, could make his team serious trophy challengers if they come through the early rounds.Having his most important players available may be ke
  
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• Pain in Grenoble but hope for Irish as play-offs loom

  09-06-2026 23:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Katie McCabe was dejected at full-time as Republic of Ireland missed the chance to qualify automatically for a second successive World Cup [Getty Images]Three wins and three defeats to finish third in their qualifying group may not look like much, but there is plenty for Republic of Ireland to be proud of in how they navigated what many said was the 'group of death' in League A.The bottom seeds, who had only won promotion to League A with a last-gasp goal against Belgium in a promotion/relegatio
  
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• Breen is Jeffrey's first signing as Ports boss

  09-06-2026 23:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Defender Rhys Breen has become the first signing of David Jeffrey's tenure as Portadown manager.The former Linfield and Ballymena United boss was appointed as Niall Currie's successor at the end of April.Breen began his career with Glasgow Rangers, coming through the youth system prior to signing a professional contract, and went on to have loan spells with Partick Thistle, Queen of the South and American side, Orange County SC, during his time at Ibrox.The central defender made a permanent swit
  
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• Roma advance in Alajbegovic talks: Gasperini approves, the player wants to be coached by Gasp

  09-06-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma advance in Alajbegovic talks: Gasperini approves, the player wants to be coached by GaspRoma are taking important steps to further improve the squad at Gian Piero Gasperini’s disposal.The Italian coach has asked the club to target several players in this transfer window that would guarantee him a competitive team for next year’s Champions League tournament.As reported by Gianluca Di Marzio of Sky Sport, following Gian Piero Gasperini’s approval, there have been renewed con
  
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• Rodri takes emotional trip down Spain memory lane amid Man City contract impasse

  09-06-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rodri takes emotional trip down Spain memory lane amid Man City contract impasseRodri says winning with Spain is “more special” than winning with Man CityThe City midfielder describes Euro 2024 as “the most beautiful moment” of his careerRodri also reflects on City’s Champions League win in 2023 and his fourth consecutive Premier League titleRodri has declared that winning trophies with Spain is a more special feeling than lifting silverware with Manchester City, in
  
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• Newcastle Target €40m Spanish Forward As Gordon Replacement

  09-06-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle Target €40m Spanish Forward As Gordon ReplacementNewcastle Transfer News: Ewen Jaouen Move Signals Ambitious Summer ResetCredit must go to The Athletic for the original reporting behind Newcastle United’s developing summer plans, and the picture emerging is one of a club trying to move quickly before the market begins to harden around them.Ewen Jaouen’s expected arrival from Reims feels significant because of what it says about Newcastle’s direction. This is not
  
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• Journalist Raises Valid Questions On Celtic Forward: Keep Him Or Cut Ties This Summer?

  09-06-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist Raises Valid Questions On Celtic Forward: Keep Him Or Cut Ties This Summer?Michael Gannon has laid it bare on the Record Celtic podcast. Kelechi Iheanacho’s future at Parkhead is under a proper cloud, and the journalist didn’t pull his punches. The core issue? Injuries. Gannon reckons the Nigerian striker is a walking risk, liable to drop out of action for four to six months at any point next term. That sort of layout breaks a title bid before the winter frost sets in.Gann
  
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• 🚨 Lower wages than at Benfica! Mourinho signs for Real

  09-06-2026 23:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Lower wages than at Benfica! Mourinho signs for RealThe sparrows had been chirping it from the rooftops for quite some time, and now Benfica have made it official: José Mourinho is returning to Madrid and will be the new old coach of Los Blancos.Re-elected president Florentino Pérez had already announced this spectacular return in the event of an election victory. According to an official statement from Mourinho’s now former club Benfica, Real had to put around 15 m
  
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• 🚨 BREAKING: José Mourinho makes stunning Real Madrid return

  09-06-2026 23:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 BREAKING: José Mourinho makes stunning Real Madrid returnIn one of the most shocking moves of the summer, José Mourinho has officially returned to Real Madrid as head coach.His time in Europe's major leagues appeared to be over after taking positions at Fenerbahçe and Benfica for his most recent jobs but he has now mad a surprise return to the Bernabéu hotseat.Following Alvaro Arbeloa's dismissal at the end of last season, Florentino Pérez announced t
  
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• 🚨 Official: José Mourinho back at Real Madrid!

  09-06-2026 23:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: José Mourinho back at Real Madrid!A coach apart... for a club apart.It’s official: José Mourinho is the new Real Madrid manager!Benfica indeed officially confirmed on Tuesday evening that the Portuguese coach will be leaving for Madrid starting next season.Mourinho thus replaces his former player at the club, Álvaro Arbeloa, who had been serving as interim manager after Xabi Alonso was dismissed last January.Six complicated months for Arbeloa, who s
  
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• Richard Hughes, please! Liverpool establish line to world-class talent

  09-06-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes, please! Liverpool establish line to world-class talentLiverpool are reportedly monitoring one of the biggest talents in European football. What a signing this could be.Liverpool have set about securing some of the best young talents in European football over recent years. Florian Wirtz is the headliner there, but the Reds also brought in Giovanni Leoni and Jeremy Jacquet.Perhaps there's another one, too. Caught Offside claim Liverpool are monitoring Luka Vuskovic as they continue
  
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• Olivier Pantaloni the favourite to succeed Pierre Sage at Lens

  09-06-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Olivier Pantaloni the favourite to succeed Pierre Sage at LensPierre Sage’s move to Crystal Palace looks set to be confirmed. As per reports from L’Équipe, RMC Sport and Fabrizio Romano, an agreement for the Frenchman to make the move to Selhurst Park is imminent. RMC Sport understands that RC Lens will pocket up to €5m in the deal.It is a departure, a surprise departure, given that Sage and Lens were set to compete in the UEFA Champions League ne
  
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• 🚨 Official: Benfica confirm Mourinho sale to Real Madrid

  09-06-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: Benfica confirm Mourinho sale to Real MadridJosé Mourinho returns to the Bernabéu as the new head coach of Real Madrid. Benfica has informed the CMVM of the formalization of the agreement after Florentino Pérez's victory in the club’s presidential elections was officially confirmed.Real Madrid has secured the services of the Portuguese coach after paying 15 million euros.The recently re-elected Madrid president has not wanted to waste a single secon
  
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• Leeds United Face Stern Competition To Sign €80M Player: Why Should Farke Walk Away?

  09-06-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Face Stern Competition To Sign €80M Player: Why Should Farke Walk Away?Daniel Farke wants a proper, commanding centre-back with a genuine top-flight pedigree to anchor Leeds United’s backline back in the Premier League. Ousmane Diomande fits that profile perfectly. The 22-year-old Sporting CP defender has already racked up over 120 senior appearances in Lisbon, becoming an indispensable figure under Rui Borges and a fixture for the Ivory Coast ahead of this summer’s
  
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• Official | Stéphane Gilli named Angers manager

  09-06-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Stéphane Gilli named Angers managerStéphane Gilli has been appointed as the new manager of SCO Angers. It comes following the exit of Alexandre Dujeux earlier this month.Dujeux’s exit – or at least the manner of it – came as a surprise. Having led the club back to Ligue 1 and kept them there for two consecutive seasons, he was highly coveted. He was linked with a move to OGC Nice and FC Lorient. However, it was the club who announced Dujeux’s exit
  
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• Republic of Ireland fall to defeat against France who qualify for World Cup

  09-06-2026 22:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Women's European World Cup QualifiersFrance 1 - 0 Republic of Ireland FTManchester United striker Melvine Malard's fine goal broke Irish hearts in Grenoble [Getty Images]Republic of Ireland missed the chance to qualify automatically for the 2027 Women's World Cup as they lost 1-0 to France in their winner takes all final qualifier in Grenoble.Manchester United striker Melvine Malard scored what proved to be the winner on 40 minutes with an acrobatic effort from a short corner routine.Thiniba Sam
  
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• Official | Alexandre Dujeux named Lorient manager

  09-06-2026 22:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Alexandre Dujeux named Lorient managerAlexandre Dujeux has been confirmed as the successor to Olivier Pantaloni at FC Lorient, the club confirmed on Tuesday. Pantaloni excelled in the role at the Moustoir. Having returned the club to Ligue 1 at the first time of asking, he then led them to a mid-table finish last season. Despite exceeding expectations, he did not renew his expiring deal, citing a perceived lack of trust. Dujeux has been on the market since leaving SCO Angers
  
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• Gasperini asks Roma to pursue Summerville and Greenwood

  09-06-2026 22:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini asks Roma to pursue Summerville and GreenwoodGian Piero Gasperini is tightening his grip. While awaiting the transfer window to finally get underway with the official arrival of Tony D’Amico, the Giallorossi coach has reportedly already defined his priorities for Roma’s future attack. According to Alfredo Pedullà, in recent weeks the coach has thoroughly sifted through the many names linked to the club, identifying two targets he considers to be priorities above all
  
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• French defeat condemns Republic of Ireland to play-offs

  09-06-2026 22:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United striker Melvine Malard's fine goal broke Irish hearts in Grenoble [Getty Images]Republic of Ireland missed the chance to qualify automatically for the 2027 Women's World Cup as they lost 1-0 to France in their winner takes all final qualifier in Grenoble.Manchester United striker Melvine Malard scored what proved to be the winner on 40 minutes with an acrobatic effort from a short corner routine.Thiniba Samoura was then dismissed after two yellow card offences, but Republic of
  
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• England face World Cup play-offs despite victory over Ukraine

  09-06-2026 22:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England face World Cup play-offs despite victory over UkraineEngland must enter the play-offs to gain qualification for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 despite their 3-0 victory over Ukraine at the Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool this evening.The Lionesses ended the regular qualifying campaign with a straightforward victory, however, Spain went on to top the group on goal difference after their 6-1 victory over Iceland.England started well on Merseyside and Lauren James was deni
  
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• Stockport sign Rochdale's Gordon on free transfer

  09-06-2026 22:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kyron Gordon appeared in 45 of Rochdale's 46 league games last season [Getty Images]Stockport County have signed free agent defender Kyron Gordon on a three-year deal following his departure from newly promoted Rochdale.The 24-year-old has linked up again with boss Jimmy McNulty, who left Rochdale last week to become the Hatters' manager.Gordon spent the past two seasons with Dale, helping them win promotion to the English Football League via the National League play-off final at Wembley in May.
  
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