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• Grêmio return to training with a reduced squad

  22-06-2026 14:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Grêmio return to training with a reduced squadGrêmio returned to training last Wednesday after the vacation period, but head coach Luís Castro now has a slimmer squad at his disposal.Seven players who were part of the team in the first half of the season are unavailable at the start of this new stretch due to transfers, call-ups, and injuries, as ge detailed in a report.Permanent Departures and Call-UpsThe club confirmed two major permanent departures last week:Arthur: The mai
  
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• Fans told not to travel to France-Iraq tie due to bad weather

  22-06-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France against Iraq is the third game to be held at the Philadelphia Stadium at the 2026 World Cup [BBC Sport]Fans have been told not to travel to the Philadelphia Stadium for Monday's World Cup game between France and Iraq because of "inclement weather in the region".Heavy downpours and bouts of thunder and lightning are forecast for the Group I tie, which the 42nd match of this World Cup.Kick-off is scheduled for 17:00 local time (22:00 BST) and it will be the first match at this World Cup to
  
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• Report Como secure Kaiki from Cruzeiro for total €14m fee

  22-06-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Como secure Kaiki from Cruzeiro for total €14m feeMultiple reports claim Como have now agreed terms for Cruzeiro left-back Kaiki Bruno, ready to pay €12m plus a further €2m in add-ons.Sky Sport Italia had already stated that the two clubs were down to the details, and now transfer pundit Fabrizio Romano notes that they have shaken hands.The precise figures mentioned by Romano are a fixed fee of €12m, plus €2m in performance-related bonuses.Gianluca Di Marzio maint
  
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• Watch as Messi becomes World Cup all-time leading scorer with goal against Austria

  22-06-2026 20:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Messi becomes World Cup all-time leading scorer - watch history-making momentArgentina legend overtakes Germany's Klose with 17th goal in tournamentMessi had earlier missed penalty - watch hereArgentina and Austria both won opening games and could top groupView last-32 fixtures as it stands Watch as Messi becomes World Cup all-time leading scorer with goal against Austria
  
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• Richard Hughes won't wait: Countdown on for record Yan Diomande deal

  22-06-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes won't wait: Countdown on for record Yan Diomande dealLiverpool’s opening attempt to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig was knocked back. The Reds bid a total sum that could reach €100m for the Cote d’Ivoire teenager - but it did not take long for Red Bull to reject it.With Diomande under contract until 2030 - and a bidding war expected to ensue - it’s understandable why the Bundesliga side appear relaxed about the deal.There are no guarantees that the 19-year
  
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• Rate the players in Argentina v Austria

  22-06-2026 20:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Argentina's World Cup game against Austria - which you can follow here - is under way.You can rate both sets of players out of 10 below and come back 30 minutes after full-time to see the final ratings.World Cup fixtures and group standingsHow to watch the World Cup on the BBCEverything you need to know about the World Cup
  
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• Doku returning to World Cup after birth of first child

  22-06-2026 20:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jeremy Doku moved to Manchester City from Rennes in 2023 for £55.4m [Getty Images]Jeremy Doku has made it clear - family comes first.The Manchester City winger has become a father after leaving the Belgium World Cup camp to be at the birth in England.It is a long journey that was sanctioned by his national team and led to criticism in some quarters when he suggested it.L'Equipe channel presenter France Pierron criticised him, saying a father is "completely useless" at the time of their chi
  
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• Fabrizio Romano: Liverpool made contact over move for £80m-rated midfielder

  22-06-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano: Liverpool made contact over move for £80m-rated midfielderLiverpool Transfer Call Shows Mateus Fernandes Interest Is RealLiverpool’s midfield planning under Andoni Iraola is beginning to take shape, and Fabrizio Romano has now provided a notable update on Mateus Fernandes.The West Ham United midfielder has emerged as one of the more intriguing names on Liverpool’s radar this summer, with the 21-year-old potentially available following the club’s relegatio
  
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• Torquay United sign Welsh full-back Jenkins

  22-06-2026 20:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kian Jenkins was unable to break into the Swansea City first team during his time at the club [Getty Images]Torquay United have signed Welsh full-back Kian Jenkins for their forthcoming National League South campaign.The former Swansea City youth player moves to Plainmoor after a two-year spell at Welsh side Briton Ferry Llansawel.Jenkins, 22, scored seven goals in 58 appearances for the Cymru Premier team.He has also been capped at youth level by Wales.Related internet linksTorquay United
  
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• The special tattoo Nico O’Reilly is hoping to add after England’s World Cup campaign

  22-06-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico O’Reilly is considering getting a World Cup tattoo if he can help England to glory in the United States.The left-back has emerged as a key player for Thomas Tuchel, starting in the 4-2 win over Croatia and being expected to keep his place for the clash with Ghana in Boston. And O’Reilly already has a host of tattoos, including one with the Manchester phone code – 0161 – on his left arm as he is determined not to forget his roots. But he would like to have a more glam
  
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• Sky Sports: Brighton set to sign defender in £4m move

  22-06-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sky Sports: Brighton set to sign defender in £4m moveBrighton Closing in on Michael Svoboda Transfer as Defensive Rebuild Takes ShapeBrighton appear to be moving with familiar efficiency as they close in on the signing of Venezia and Austria defender Michael Svoboda.Credit to Sky Sports, who report that “Brighton are closing in on the signing of Venezia and Austria defender Michael Svoboda.” It is understood the Premier League club have agreed to activate the defender’s r
  
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• Rising France star admits to PSG desire – but stacked midfield makes move unlikely

  22-06-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rising France star admits to PSG desire – but stacked midfield makes move unlikelyManu Kone has made it clear that he would like to play for PSG – however there is as yet no indication the Parisians are keen to make his dream come true.If you enjoy Talk Chelsea 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.There are a lot of players who PSG would like to buy – but there are even more players who wo
  
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• Former coach backs Real Madrid to sign France winger: ‘Just imagine him, Vinicius, and Mbappe up front’

  22-06-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former coach backs Real Madrid to sign France winger: ‘Just imagine him, Vinicius, and Mbappe up front’Real Madrid’s pursuit of Michael Olise has been the biggest talking point in the Spanish capital lately, with president Florentino Perez keen on making the Frenchman the club’s next big Galactico signing.To that end, former Real Madrid coach Juan Ramon Lopez Caro has thrown his weight firmly behind a move for Olise, describing him as the perfect profile to strengthen the
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona legend Lionel Messi becomes the highest goalscorer in World Cup history

  22-06-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona legend Lionel Messi becomes the highest goalscorer in World Cup historyBarcelona legend and Argentina captain Lionel Messi has officially become the highest goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history, netting his 17th tournament goal to surpass Germany’s Miroslav Klose. The historic milestone occurred during Argentina’s World Cup match against Austria on June 22, 2026, anchoring the legendary forward’s name at the very pinnacle of international football folklore.
  
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• Shankland 'craves' chances against Brazil

  22-06-2026 19:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Scotland striker Lawrence Shankland says he is ready to play whatever role head coach Steve Clarke asks of him against Brazil in Miami on Wednesday."No matter where I'm asked to play, I'll be ready and that's the same for the whole squad," said the recent Rangers signing."The manager will have his views on everybody. He has a large group of players to pick from out there."I'll leave that side of things up to him. All I'll do is train well and try give myself the best opportunity. C
  
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• David Lynch: Liverpool ready to sell midfielder despite recent reports

  22-06-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  David Lynch: Liverpool ready to sell midfielder despite recent reportsCurtis Jones Exit Talk Grows as Inter Milan Push LiverpoolCurtis Jones’ Liverpool future looks increasingly uncertain, and the latest Media Matters podcast on Anfield Index gave the clearest indication yet that this could be the summer he leaves Anfield.Speaking to Dave Davis, David Lynch discussed Inter Milan’s interest in the midfielder, who has just one year remaining on his contract. With talks over a new deal
  
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• How Ferguson became Scotland's most influential World Cup player

  22-06-2026 19:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lewis Ferguson earned his 26th Scotland cap in the 1-0 defeat to Morocco [Getty Images]Eight years ago, Lewis Ferguson had just departed Hamilton Academical.A much-fancied 18-year-old, the young talent had surged to prominence for the small Lanarkshire team, marshaling a midfield with Darian MacKinnon and Ross Jenkins.On Wednesday, he could be his country's key man in stopping Matheus Cunha, Vinicius Junior and Casemiro to make history for Scotland.Two games into their Group C campaign, Ferguson
  
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• Roma’s Dovbyk targeted by Trabzonspor with formula and medical problems

  22-06-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma’s Dovbyk targeted by Trabzonspor with formula and medical problemsRoma striker Artem Dovbyk has been targeted by Trabzonspor, claim Turkish media reports, but there are problems around the formula and medical tests.The centre-forward barely played in the current campaign due to a succession of injury problems, making just 18 competitive appearances.Nonetheless, he still scored three goals with two assists between Serie A and the Europa League, helping his team to qualify for the Champ
  
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• Lionel Messi breaks World Cup scoring record in Argentina v Austria

  22-06-2026 19:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lionel Messi has broken the World Cup top scorer record after scoring his 17th goal in the tournament’s history for Argentina in their Group J match against Austria. The Argentina captain added to his tally this year, having already scored three with his first-ever World Cup hat-trick in the 3-0 victory over Algeria, and the Inter Miami forward continued his fine form against Austria in Dallas.Messi stroked a tidy finish into the bottom corner in the 39th minute, after teammate Thiago Alma
  
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• Lionel Messi sets all-time World Cup goals record with Argentina's opener against Austria (video)

  22-06-2026 19:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lionel Messi has given Argentina a lead and himself a place alone atop the record books with his 17th career World Cup goal.The goal came in the 39th minute and was his fourth of the tournament to take him past Germany's Miroslav Klose for the most goals in a World Cup career.MORE — World Cup Golden Boot race — top goal scorersMessi, perhaps ironically, had missed a penalty and a couple other opportunities early thanks to brave defending and timely goalkeeping, but an Austria turnove
  
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• Forward Creaney agrees new deal with Tamworth

  22-06-2026 19:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Forward Dan Creaney has signed a new 18-month deal with Tamworth after scoring six goals in 23 National League appearances in the 2025-26 season.Creaney is in his second spell with The Lambs, having returned from Solihull Moors, and has 115 goals for the club in all competitions overall.He is one of 10 players, including goalkeeper Jas Singh and centre-backs Jordan Cullinane-Liburd and Haydn Hollis, who have agreed to stay with the club following last season's 11th-place finish and the recent ta
  
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• Lionel Messi breaks all-time World Cup scoring record with a stellar strike vs. Austria

  22-06-2026 19:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lionel Messi stands alone among World Cup goal scorers.Messi scored the 17th goal of his World Cup career in sublime fashion on Monday against Austria. Messi's first-half goal came as he took a shot with his famous left foot first time and roped it past goalkeeper Alexander Schlager.The 38th-minute goal came after Messi had an opportunity to break the record in the opening minutes of the game. Argentina was awarded a penalty for a foul on Lautaro Martínez in the penalty area, but Messi sl
  
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• Now outright! Messi is the top scorer in cup history

  22-06-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Now outright! Messi is the top scorer in cup historyLionel Messi is now the outright top scorer in World Cup history.After drawing level with Miroslav Klose in Argentina’s opening match of this year’s FIFA World Cup, he surpassed the German by finding the net against Austria.As so many times throughout his career, he finished with his left foot from the edge of the box, placing the ball into the corner past the goalkeeper.The Argentine had squandered a golden chance to break the reco
  
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• Curtis Jones now waiting for £130m domino to fall

  22-06-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Curtis Jones now waiting for £130m domino to fallInter Milan have been rebuffed in their latest attempt to sign Curtis Jones from Liverpool. The Italian champions came up with a €25m verbal offer for the two-time Premier League title-winning midfielder. With a contract expiring in 2027 the outgoing title-holders are running out of time to cash in on the 25-year-old.But in order to do business with the Nerazzurri the Serie A side are going to have to go a lot closer to the £35m o
  
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• 🚨 Messi becomes the Club World Cup's all-time top scorer 🐐

  22-06-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Messi becomes the Club World Cup's all-time top scorer 🐐He did it!That’s it, Lionel Messi now stands alone in World Cup history. On Monday evening, by opening the scoring against Austria on the half-hour mark, the Argentine legend scored his 17th goal at a World Cup.He therefore surpasses Germany’s Miroslav Klose and is now the sole top scorer in World Cup history!Now 38 years old, La Pulga keeps finding the back of the net on the biggest stage football has to offer
  
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• 🚨 Klose overtaken!!! Messi makes World Cup history

  22-06-2026 19:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Klose overtaken!!! Messi makes World Cup historyBefore the World Cup, Miroslav Klose was convinced that Lionel Messi would break his World Cup scoring record. But did he also expect La Pulga to need only two games to do it?Just moments ago, the Argentine superstar scored against Austria in the group stage to become the first player ever to score for the 17th time at a FIFA World Cup (38'). By the way, Messi made up for an earlier mistake with that goal. In the ninth minute, the 38-year
  
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• Portugal star urges teammates to use Cristiano Ronaldo as inspiration to get World Cup campaign back on track

  22-06-2026 19:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus winger Francisco Conceicao believes Portugal’s next generation must exceed the "hunger" of 41-year-old team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo, as the national side prepares for a crucial World Cup fixture against Uzbekistan following a disappointing opening draw.Conceicao, 23, who was not even born when Ronaldo made his senior debut for Sporting Lisbon in August 2002, highlighted the enduring inspiration provided by the five-time Ballon d’Or winner. "He’s an example, through his
  
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• PSG, Man United stars feature as Barcelona line up alternative targets amid Julian Alvarez complications

  22-06-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG, Man United stars feature as Barcelona line up alternative targets amid Julian Alvarez complicationsBarcelona continue to explore the market for a new striker after encountering major obstacles in their pursuit of Julian Alvarez. After all, his club, Atletico Madrid remain unwilling to negotiate over the Argentine.Meanwhile, Harry Kane is also admired at the club, but he has made it clear that he has no intention of leaving Bayern Munich.With Robert Lewandowski gone, strengthening the attack
  
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• Club World Cup: Messi sets record, thanks to missed penalty 😭

  22-06-2026 19:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Club World Cup: Messi sets record, thanks to missed penalty 😭Even when he loses... he wins.On this Monday evening, the football world has its eyes fixed on the match between Argentina and Austria.While everyone was expecting Lionel Messi to become the outright top scorer in World Cup history, La Pulga stunned viewers by sadly missing a penalty awarded to La Albiceleste.
  A miss nobody saw coming, but one that still allows Lionel Messi to enter World Cup history in a very unusual way.Indee
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool edging closer to Yan Diomande agreement

  22-06-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool edging closer to Yan Diomande agreementLiverpool Ready to Push Again for Yan Diomande as Second Bid LoomsLiverpool’s summer recruitment drive appears set to intensify, with RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande emerging as one of the club’s most significant transfer targets. During the latest Media Matters podcast on Anfield Index, Dave Davis and David Lynch discussed the latest developments surrounding the 19-year-old winger, with both optimism and expectation growin
  
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