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• Grêmio hits six months without a main sponsor

  14-06-2026 13:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Grêmio hits six months without a main sponsorGrêmio has reached an uncomfortable milestone behind the scenes of its commercial operations: the club has now gone six months without a master sponsor to occupy the prime spot on its jersey.The last time the Tricolor Gaúcho filled the front space was on December 8, at the end of last year’s Brasileirão, through a one-off two-match deal with the Energia Bet brand.Since then, the club has remained without a fixed partner
  
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• Journalist: Door is open for Liverpool to sign world-class forward

  14-06-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Door is open for Liverpool to sign world-class forwardLiverpool Receive Major Boost in the Race for World-Class ForwardLiverpool’s transfer plans are starting to ramp up as they look to rebuild their squad under new head coach Andoni Iraola.The first wave of exits have been confirmed with Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate all leaving for free at the end of this month.Now attention turns to potential incomings. With Jeremy Jacquet already joining for £60m f
  
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• France’s Manu Kone reveals concerns over soaring World Cup temperatures

  14-06-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France’s Manu Kone reveals concerns over soaring World Cup temperaturesManu Kone has become a mainstay in the Serie A, having come leaps and bounds at Roma. As the midfielder gets ready to play for France at the World Cup, he has opened up about the soaring temperatures and how Les Bleus are dealing with it.The Frenchman spoke to La Gazzetta dello Sport in a detailed interview and he was asked a host of things about the campaign, which starts next week.When specifically speaking about the
  
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• McInnes a good fit to rebuild Rangers - McPherson

  14-06-2026 15:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Derek McInnes is a logical appointment who will thrive on the challenge of rebuilding Rangers, says Dave McPherson.The Hearts head coach is being strongly linked with a move to Ibrox, with Danny Rohl expected to depart for RB Salzburg."Rangers need a bit of stability," said former Scotland defender McPherson, who had two spells with the club, along with two stints with Hearts."Derek's proved – not just at Hearts, but in previous clubs he's been at – that he can build a good team, get
  
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• Real Madrid set for another Barcelona transfer battle as Chelsea star wanted

  14-06-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid set for another Barcelona transfer battle as Chelsea star wantedReal Madrid have already sealed the signings of Ibrahima Konate and Denzel Dumfries, but they are not resting on the laurels in their bid to add to Jose Mourinho’s squad for the 2026-27 season. Bernardo Silva is also set to sign once his Manchester City contract expires, and another Premier League-based player could soon be on their way to the Bernabeu.One of the positions that regularly generated doubts throughout
  
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• Real Madrid World Cup Spotlight: Brahim, Vinicius impress for their nations

  14-06-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid World Cup Spotlight: Brahim, Vinicius impress for their nationsReal Madrid had a busy Sunday at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with three Los Blancos players in action across two games.Vinicius Jr. and Brahim Diaz faced each other in Brazil’s 1-1 draw against Morocco, while Arda Guler started for Turkiye in their 2-0 defeat to Australia.Endrick was also in the Brazilian squad that faced the AFCON champions but Carlo Ancelotti did not give him any minutes on the night.The other two ga
  
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• Calhanoglu Stunned by Turkey’s World Cup Opener Loss to Australia

  14-06-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Calhanoglu Stunned by Turkey’s World Cup Opener Loss to AustraliaInter Milan captain Hakan Calhanoglu has described Turkey’s 2-0 World Cup opening defeat to Australia as an unexpected result, expressing disbelief at how his side were undone by direct football despite controlling the game for long periods.Calhanoglu spoke after the final whistle in Vancouver, with quotes via Tuttomercatoweb. The defeat marks a bruising start to Turkey’s long-awaited return to the World Cup stage
  
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• The 20-year-old who stole the show on Scotland's World Cup return

  14-06-2026 15:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With 54 minutes on the clock, Ben Gannon-Doak let out a roar, clenched his fist and punched the air after shielding the ball out for a Scotland goal-kick.The winger celebrated the moment like he'd just scored the winning goal at the World Cup. This was seen as Scotland's final, after all. The authentic, passionate outburst galvanised the Tartan Army spread throughout the Boston Stadium stands who were perhaps - and understandably - a little concerned at what was unfolding in their tournament ope
  
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• De Bruyne: ‘I faced a very different style of playing in Italy compared to England’

  14-06-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  De Bruyne: ‘I faced a very different style of playing in Italy compared to England’Kevin De Bruyne has spoken about the differences in style of football in Italy compared to the Premier League and says that he is excited to be taking on Mohamed Salah when Belgium face Egypt at the 2026 World Cup on Monday evening: ‘Like old times’.De Bruyne on playing in Italy, learning how to play in a low block and facing Salah againDe Bruyne joined Napoli at the beginning of the 2025-2
  
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• Liverpool dealt major blow in pursuit of ‘untouchable’ forward

  14-06-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool dealt major blow in pursuit of ‘untouchable’ forwardPSG Make Position Clear on Bradley Barcola Amid Liverpool InterestThe summer transfer market is beginning to gather pace, yet some of Europe’s biggest clubs are already discovering that not every target is attainable.One player generating significant attention is Bradley Barcola, whose rise over the past two seasons has elevated him into the conversation among the continent’s elite attacking talents. Interest f
  
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• The crazy World Cup curse hanging over this national team ☠️

  14-06-2026 14:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The crazy World Cup curse hanging over this national team ☠️Where do we sign to kick off the next World Cup on matchday two?After the draw snatched at the very last second by Qatar on Saturday night against Switzerland (1-1), the World Cup delivered us another shock this Sunday morning!Arda Güler, Hakan Çalhanoğlu and Kenan Yıldız’s Turkey lost 2-0 to Australia.A surprise... that maybe isn’t really that much of one after all!The reason? Turkey
  
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• Decision time for England star as Barcelona stall on move and Bayern Munich hesitate

  14-06-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Decision time for England star as Barcelona stall on move and Bayern Munich hesitateMarcus Rashford’s future has become one of the summer’s most intriguing transfer stories following Barcelona’s decision not to activate the €30 million purchase option included in his loan agreement. That clause expires on 15 June, leaving the England international’s next move very much up in the air.Barcelona remain on standbyAccording to Mundo Deportivo , Barcelona’s position
  
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• Foreign press sneers at Brazil after World Cup debut

  14-06-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Foreign press sneers at Brazil after World Cup debutThe 1-1 draw between Brazil and Morocco at MetLife Stadium (USA) made a strong impact across the world’s leading sports media outlets.The performance of Carlo Ancelotti’s team in the first round of the FIFA World Cup group stage set off alarm bells abroad, with analyses questioning the Seleção’s true status as tournament favorites.So, do you agree with the gringos?🇪🇸 Spain (Marca, AS and Mundo Dep
  
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• Josko Gvardiol expected to sign bumper Man City contract extension to reject Real Madrid move

  14-06-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Josko Gvardiol expected to sign bumper Man City contract extension to reject Real Madrid moveGvardiol expected to sign a new Man City contract until at least 2032 before the new seasonThe update from Croatia represents the strongest signal yet that a renewal is imminentCity have offered the Croatian improved salary terms as part of a long-term deal Josko Gvardiol is expected to sign a new Manchester City contract running until at least 2032 before the start of the new season, as per reports from
  
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• Real Madrid no longer likely to sign star midfielder this summer

  14-06-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid no longer likely to sign star midfielder this summerReal Madrid have already been very busy in the transfer market, with the signings of Ibrahima Konate and Denzel Dumfries wrapped up. Further additions are being sought, although one player that had been close to a Bernabeu return is now no longer expected to arrive in 2026.For months, it has been reported that Real Madrid will re-sign Nico Paz when the summer transfer window re-opens. The Argentina international has been a revelatio
  
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• Injured Arsenal international set for World Cup start after returning to training

  14-06-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Injured Arsenal international set for World Cup start after returning to trainingArsenal and France fans received good news on Saturday, as William Saliba finally returned to training with his national team ahead of their World Cup campaign.Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty ImagesAmid his ongoing back issues and a couple of training absences this week, William Saliba returned to training with France on Saturday.L’Equipe report that Saliba trained normally on Saturday, adding that his half-time
  
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• Could Japan be the World Cup's dark horses?

  14-06-2026 14:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Japan went unbeaten against European opposition at the last World Cup, beating Germany and Spain in the group stage and drawing with Croatia (1-1) in the round of 16 before being eliminated on penalties. [Getty Images]There is always at least one team that defies the odds and emerges as the surprise package of a World Cup.Just ask Morocco, Russia, and Costa Rica, three nations who have all produced memorable runs deep into the knockout stages in recent years despite the modest expectations headi
  
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• Inter and Arsenal-linked Koné ‘will talk’ about Roma future after the World Cup

  14-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter and Arsenal-linked Koné ‘will talk’ about Roma future after the World CupLinked with Inter and Arsenal in recent days, Roma and France midfielder Manu Koné insists that he will ‘talk’ about his future at the Stadio Olimpico only after the World Cup.France and Roma midfielder Koné briefly spoke about his future with the Giallorossi in an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport.Koné ‘only thinking about the World Cup’ amid Inter and
  
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• Arsenal and both Manchester Clubs keen on Premier League star

  14-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal and both Manchester Clubs keen on Premier League starIliman Ndiaye attracting Arsenal, Man City and Man Utd interest as Everton face major transfer testEverton’s summer transfer plans may ultimately revolve around one player more than any other. While David Moyes is looking to strengthen his squad across several positions, growing attention from Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United towards Iliman Ndiaye threatens to create an entirely different challenge.According to a re
  
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• Frustrated forward’s transfer stance adds to Liverpool summer upheaval

  14-06-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Frustrated forward’s transfer stance adds to Liverpool summer upheavalGakpo exit talk raises fresh Liverpool concerns after Salah departureLiverpool’s summer of transition may yet have another significant chapter to write, with reports suggesting Cody Gakpo is considering his future at Anfield following a turbulent period for both player and club.According to reporting originating from SoccerNews in the Netherlands, Gakpo has informed Liverpool of his desire to seek a move away this
  
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• Image: Real Madrid’s third kit design for 2026-27 season leaked

  14-06-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Image: Real Madrid’s third kit design for 2026-27 season leakedWhile the world’s gaze is heavily fixated on the ongoing FIFA World Cup, Real Madrid is working hard to ensure they have a solid foundation for the next club season. After two unlucky trophy-less seasons, they are after all looking to bounce back.Their kit sponsor, Adidas, have meanwhile been concurrently working on the team’s kits for the 2026-27 campaign. A few designs have been leaked, but none have been confirme
  
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• He was the new Robben! Bundesliga flop now living his World Cup dream

  14-06-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  He was the new Robben! Bundesliga flop now living his World Cup dreamTahith Chong – does that name ring a bell? If you're a real Bundesliga nerd or a Werder Bremen fan, the penny may already have dropped. The 26-year-old played for Werder Bremen for half a year from August 2020 to January 2021.Five years later, Chong will face the German national football team with Curaçao at the World Cup tonight at 7 p.m. But actually, he was supposed to be the new Arjen Robben lining up for the N
  
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• Fluminense close in on sale of striker to Finland

  14-06-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fluminense close in on sale of striker to FinlandFluminense is about to make official the departure of yet another promising player from its youth academy.According to information from ge, striker Kelwin, a familiar name among Tricolor fans for his recent appearances in the São Paulo Junior Football Cup, is in advanced talks to join a Finnish club.The 20-year-old player has already said goodbye to his teammates, and only bureaucratic procedures remain to finalize the deal.The History of t
  
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• Santos protect academy, speed up renewals to avoid losses

  14-06-2026 13:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Santos protect academy, speed up renewals to avoid lossesSantos has changed its approach in the transfer market and has started adopting an aggressive pace to extend the contracts of its top youth academy prospects, according to ge.The board's objective is clear: to prevent the "Meninos da Vila" from earning space and visibility in the first team only to then leave for free or for lower-than-expected fees to clubs abroad.Over the last year, the Santos board secured contract extensions for at lea
  
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• Amorim ready to accept Milan offer, waiting for final green light

  14-06-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amorim ready to accept Milan offer, waiting for final green lightFabrizio Romano reports that Ruben Amorim is keen to become the new Milan coach and is ready to accept the offer from the Serie A giants, waiting for the club’s ‘final green light.’Former Manchester United coach Amorim is ready to sign a contract with Milan, according to Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.Amorim ready to accept Milan’s offerA Bola and Corriere dello Sport already reported that the Rosso
  
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• Richard Hughes fast-tracks Rio Ngumoha contract after Bayern Munich scare

  14-06-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes fast-tracks Rio Ngumoha contract after Bayern Munich scareWhile no agreement existed between the clubs the 17-year-old winger was reported to have green-lit the move to the Bundesliga giants.And it’s perhaps understandable why the electric winger would be open to a move away at this stage of his career. Rio was stuck firmly behind Cody Gakpo - and also Florian Wirtz - in the pecking order under Arne Slot.Even when the youngster impressed in his cameos - featuring goals again
  
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• Liverpool hold talks for Morocco wonderkid Ayyoub Bouaddi

  14-06-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool hold talks for Morocco wonderkid Ayyoub BouaddiLiverpool have been credited with an interest in Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi.Bouaddi made 30 Ligue 1 appearances last term, helping Lille qualify for the UEFA Champions League.The 18-year-old starred in Morocco’s 1-1 draw with Brazil in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener on Saturday. He has been one of the standout players at the tournament.Liverpool have now held talks with Bouaddi’s representatives, but face competition fro
  
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• Frattesi at a crossroads as Nottingham Forest ready to send offer

  14-06-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Frattesi at a crossroads as Nottingham Forest ready to send offerNottingham Forest are expected to send an offer for Inter’s Davide Frattesi, but the Italian midfielder has also attracted interest from Serie A clubs, so he must decide whether to move to England or wait for other proposals from Italy.Premier League side Nottingham Forest are expected to send an offer worth €25m, including add-ons, for Davide Frattesi.Frattesi waits for Nottingham Forest’s offerSky Sport Italia br
  
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• Barcelona star eyeing Xabi Alonso’s elusive Spain record in World Cup 2026

  14-06-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona star eyeing Xabi Alonso’s elusive Spain record in World Cup 2026The FIFA 2026 World Cup is already underway, with tournament favourites Spain set to kickstart their campaing tomorrow, as they take on Cape Verde.It should be a straightforward task for La Roja, especially after recent reports that suggest star man Lamine Yamal should be fit for the encounter. The opening game will be even more important for Dani Olmo, as the Barcelona star is chasing an elusive record.Dani Olmo eye
  
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• What to watch at Flamengo during the World Cup break

  14-06-2026 13:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What to watch at Flamengo during the World Cup breakWith the 2026 World Cup halting the main competitions, Flamengo’s professional squad (both men’s and women’s) has entered a rest period. But if you’re already missing cheering for the Rubro-Negro, the youth teams still have a packed schedule ahead!⚽ Youth FootballUnder-20 (Brasileirão and OPG Tournament)The top youth level will face a tough run of national classics and regional tournaments:06/14 (2:45 PM): P
  
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