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• Hartlepool sign forward Nolan on two-year contract

  09-06-2026 18:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Shutterstock]Hartlepool United have signed forward Jack Nolan on a two-year deal following the expiry of his contract with Morecambe.The 25-year-old scored 19 goals for Morecambe despite their relegation from the National League and was their leading goalscorer.He joins Pools on a contract until the end of the 2027-28 season."Pools is a massive football club with a proud history, passionate supporters and clear ambition for the future," he said.
  
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• Transfer update, 10 June 💰

  10-06-2026 18:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Transfer update, 10 June 💰Just a few days before the opening of the 2026 summer transfer window, OneFootball brings you a daily transfer roundup. Official announcements, major rumors: the key transfer news for this Wednesday, June 10 can be found here!It’s official ✍️- Tottenham have completed the signing of Argentina international Marcos Senesi. The Bournemouth defender was available on a free at the end of the season.- Olympique Lyonnais have activated the purch
  
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• Tottenham sign Marcos Senesi as Roberto De Zerbi continues squad rebuild

  10-06-2026 18:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur have bolstered their defensive ranks with the signing of Marcos Senesi on a free transfer, marking another step in Roberto De Zerbi's ongoing squad overhaul. The centre-back arrives in north London after his contract with Bournemouth expired at the close of the 2025-26 season.Senesi, who made 128 appearances for the Cherries since joining from Feyenoord in 2022, opted against a new deal on the south coast to pursue a move to Spurs.Expressing his enthusiasm for the new challenge
  
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• Marco Reus Partners With RITFIT To Redefine Off-Pitch Training Ahead of 2026 World Cup

  10-06-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marco Reus Partners With RITFIT To Redefine Off-Pitch Training Ahead of 2026 World CupWith the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaching, the physical demands on professional footballers have never been higher.Today players need to consistently maintain their strength and upgrade their durability and mobility throughout demanding physical seasons. As a result, elite players are extending their preparation beyond club facilities—into their own homes.This fitness model is shown in the campaign “
  
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• 🥳 Ancelotti turns 67 and gets a gentle prank in training

  10-06-2026 18:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥳 Ancelotti turns 67 and gets a gentle prank in trainingA six-seven kind of day for Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti of the Brazilian national team.The coach celebrated his 67th birthday during a relaxed training session with the squad preparing for its World Cup debut. And there was even a prank.Reporter Raisa Simplicio shared the moment when Carlo Ancelotti went through the "gauntlet":The traditional slaps were lighter than when a player is celebrating a birthday. And Don Carlo was also s
  
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• World Cup 2026: England eager to make a flying start against Croatia

  10-06-2026 18:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup 2026: England eager to make a flying start against CroatiaEngland kick off their bid to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Wednesday with a tricky fixture against Croatia in Dallas.The Three Lions head into the tournament as one of the bookmakers’ favourites to lift the trophy, despite failing to achieve the feat since 1966.They won the World Cup on home soil on that occasion, but have repeatedly flattered to deceive in major tournaments since then.Fans inclined towards wagering can
  
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• Inter have agreement in principle with Lazio goalkeeper Provedel

  10-06-2026 18:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter have agreement in principle with Lazio goalkeeper ProvedelReports in Italy claim that Inter have the basis of an agreement on personal terms in place with Lazio goalkeeper Ivan Provedel, and now the Nerazzurri must arrange a fee with the Biancocelesti.Report Inter have agreement on personal terms with ProvedelIt is no secret that Inter are looking to add a new goalkeeper to their ranks with 37-year-old Yann Sommer leaving the club at the end of his contract later this month.There had been
  
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• Cambridge sign Barnet striker Stead

  10-06-2026 18:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Callum Stead scored 50 goals in 124 appearances for Barnet[Getty Images]Cambridge United have made Barnet striker Callum Stead their first signing of the summer.The 26-year-old has signed a two-year contract with the U's after scoring 15 goals last season, with 13 of those in League Two, including five in Barnet's 6-2 win over Gillingham in the penultimate game of the campaign.Stead scored 18 times in 2024-25 as the Bees won the National League and clinched promotion to League Two.The U's finish
  
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• 'Special feeling to be a Spurs player' - Senesi joins Tottenham

  10-06-2026 18:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]Marcos Senesi says it is a "special feeling" to join Tottenham, after the club announced he will be signing on a free transfer on 1 July.The Argentina defender will move to north London after four years with Bournemouth following the expiry of his current deal with the Cherries.Speaking to the club media, Senesi said: "It's a very special feeling to be a Tottenham Hotspur player."From the first moment, the club has shown why they want me and how much they want me to be a part
  
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• Is Martin a more extreme version of Maresca?

  10-06-2026 18:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Russell Martin has emerged as a potential candidate for the vacant managerial seat at Leicester City but while it is not a done deal, many have been quick to compare him to former head coach Enzo Maresca.The Italian led the Foxes to the Championship title in 2024 with possession-based football but left after a season in charge to join Chelsea.However, not everyone is convinced Martin would bring 'Marescaball' back to Leicester if he is appointed."I don't necessarily buy into the fa
  
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• Brother's memory inspires Williams ahead of World Cup opener

  10-06-2026 18:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa will be hoping to see Ronwen Williams lead Bafana Bafana beyond the group stage for the first time at a World Cup [Getty Images]Football has a habit of throwing up poignant coincidences.For South Africa and their captain Ronwen Williams, the 2026 Fifa World Cup's opening match against co-hosts Mexico will be one such occasion, mirroring the fixture which began the 2010 tournament hosted by the Africans."That's the beauty of sport, of football," said William
  
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• What Kind Of Players Will Define the 2026 World Cup

  10-06-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What Kind Of Players Will Define the 2026 World CupEvery World Cup introduces a new generation of players who shift the direction of international football, and the next tournament looks set to continue that pattern. While established stars still carry influence, there is a growing sense that younger talent will take centre stage, bringing a different pace and style to the competition.The modern game is evolving quickly, with players now expected to combine technical ability with tactical intell
  
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• Jimenez return 'genius' & 'can we get Steve Bull back?'

  10-06-2026 18:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked you if you were pleased to see Raul Jimenez back in a Wolves shirt and for the most part, you're welcoming the Mexican back with open arms.Here is a selection of what you had to say about the signing:Nathan: For experience and feel good factor - it's a genius signing! We need to look at bringing some younger players now who can be with the club moving forward long term!Rob: It's hard to see this being anything but positive for Wolves. If you need an example of the lov
  
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• Motherwell at 'advantaged stage' in search for new manager

  10-06-2026 18:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jens Berthel Askou departed Motherwell last month after a stellar season in charge [SNS]Motherwell are closing in on a new manager to replace Jens Berthel Askou, with the club saying their search is at an "advanced stage".The Dane left to join Ligue 1 side Toulouse three weeks ago after leading the Fir Park side to a fourth-placed finish.The Lanarkshire club say they have still been working on a "comprehensive pre-season schedule" despite having no manager in place.Motherwell will travel to Denm
  
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• Jaouen could be a 'very good signing' for Newcastle - Howey

  10-06-2026 18:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Newcastle United defender Steve Howey believes the addition of goalkeeper Ewen Jaouen could be a "very good signing" for Eddie Howe's side, adding he is glad the deal has been completed quickly.The Magpies have brought Jaouen to St James' Park for around £18.5m, even though the 20-year-old goalkeeper has never experienced top-flight football before.Speaking to BBC Radio Newcastle about how fast the deal has been arranged, Howey said: "I think it's good rather than having things drag
  
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• 🖥️ Only one player per country: AI's ultimate World Cup XI

  10-06-2026 18:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🖥️ Only one player per country: AI's ultimate World Cup XIThere are still three days to go until the 2026 World Cup kicks off and the ball starts rolling almost nonstop for five weeks.But until then, we have to pass the time with thought experiments. For example: what would the best possible World Cup XI actually look like if each participating nation were allowed to provide a maximum of one player?We put exactly that question to our ever-popular AI and got the following — a
  
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• 🚨 Tottenham confirm signing of Marcos Senesi

  10-06-2026 18:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Tottenham confirm signing of Marcos SenesiTottenham have confirmed the signing of Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi.Senesi will leave the south coast club at the end of the month following the completion of his contract and now it's been revealed by Spurs that he will join them on a four-year-deal.The Argentine centre-back has spent the past four seasons at the Vitality Stadium playing over 100 times for the club."It's a very special feeling to be a Tottenham Hotspur player," he told
  
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• 🔟 stories from the first World Cup in history 🔎

  10-06-2026 18:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔟 stories from the first World Cup in history 🔎This summer marks the 96th anniversary of the first World Cup, which was held in Uruguay, and you probably won’t be surprised to learn that the competition has changed a lot over the years.1. FIFAchose Uruguay to host the tournament because that year the country was celebrating the centenary of its first constitution. All the matches were played in Montevideo, the capital, and the final’s stadium — the 90,000-c
  
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• Revealed: Josko Gvardiol’s two options on Manchester City future with Bayern Munich ruled out

  10-06-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Revealed: Josko Gvardiol’s two options on Manchester City future with Bayern Munich ruled outCroatian international Joško Gvardiol faces a career defining choice this summer, with Real Madrid waiting in the wings.Transfer insider Florian Plettenberg has mapped out the defender’s final market pathways.Bundesliga titans Bayern Munich have withdrawn interest, priced out by the valuation set at the Etihad Stadium.Josko Gvardiol will reportedly have two options regarding his Manche
  
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• Juventus and Torino supporters given 10-match away bans after derby chaos

  10-06-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus and Torino supporters given 10-match away bans after derby chaosJuventus and Torino supporters will be prohibited from attending away matches for the first 10 rounds of the 2026-27 Serie A season after the violent clashes between supporters prior to the most recent derby between the two clubs and the subsequent delays to the schedule of the final round of 2025-26 fixtures.Juventus and Torino supporters hit by 10-week away banThe Derby della Mole descended into chaos before it even began
  
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• The Real Madrid 2026 World Cup preview: Countries, players, and predictions

  10-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Real Madrid 2026 World Cup preview: Countries, players, and predictionsThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is finally here, and the world is set to experience a 48-team version of the event for the first time ever.With three host nations, 48 participating countries, and millions of supporters across the globe, it has all the right foundations to be a massive global success and a mega-event.Lionel Messi’s Argentina, Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal, and Neymar Jr.’s Brazil are some of the t
  
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• Bayer Leverkusen in talks to sign Manchester United target Afonso Moreira from Lyon

  10-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayer Leverkusen in talks to sign Manchester United target Afonso Moreira from LyonBayer Leverkusen are in active discussions to sign Afonso Moreira (21) from Lyon during the summer transfer window, according to a report from Foot Mercato. Following an impressive season in Ligue 1, the Portuguese youth international could be on the move this summer. With Manchester United and Atlético Madrid also reportedly interested in the OL attacker, it is Bayer Leverkusen that are currently
  
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• 'Everton astonished by flawed judgement'

  10-06-2026 17:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]This is the single biggest claim made by one club against another in Premier League history.Four years on from being deducted points for breaching PSR rules, Everton continue to be punished for those indiscretions.There is a feeling that the latest ruling makes it a triple jeopardy for one single sanction - the points deduction they received at the time, the financial implications of merit money reducing by dropping down the table and now this claim from Burnley.Everton's hierarchy have rea
  
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• Liverpool forward set to return despite Premier League promotion duing loan spell

  10-06-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool forward set to return despite Premier League promotion duing loan spellKoumas returns to Liverpool after Hull City loan spell as Bellamy highlights growing potentialLewis Koumas will return to Liverpool this summer after Hull City confirmed the conclusion of his loan spell following their successful promotion campaign.The 20-year-old forward played an important role in Hull City’s push back to the Premier League, contributing goals, energy and versatility during the second half o
  
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• Barcelona star pushing for a place in Spain’s starting eleven due to impressive performances

  10-06-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona star pushing for a place in Spain’s starting eleven due to impressive performancesThe 2026 edition of the FIFA World Cup is just around the corner and needless to say, Spain are being regarded as one of the favourites.La Roja have a strong team and are currently the defending Euro champions. Their squad is also full of Barcelona stars, and while not all of them are expected to start, some are making quite the noise, including Dani Olmo.Olmo’s push for a starting spotAccordi
  
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• Patrick Videira set to stay at Le Mans despite Lens interest

  10-06-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Patrick Videira set to stay at Le Mans despite Lens interestAs Lens search for a new manager, with Pierre Sage set to depart and join Crystal Palace, the Ligue 1 club have taken a blow in their bid to appoint the former Lyon manager’s successor.  Les Sang et Or were interested in appointing Le Mans manager Patrick Videiria as Sage’s replacement, RMC Sportunderstands. Videira’s stock has risen in recent weeks after securing promotion with Le Mans to Ligue 1. Les Mucist
  
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• Official: Real Madrid issue statement clarifying Supreme Court ruling on Bernabeu concert ban

  10-06-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Real Madrid issue statement clarifying Supreme Court ruling on Bernabeu concert banReal Madrid have moved quickly to address widespread media coverage surrounding a recent Spanish Supreme Court ruling related to concerts at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium.The club insist the decision has been misrepresented in various outlets.What the court actually decidedIn their official statement, which comes just a day after the club confirmed their offer for Julian Alvarez was rejected, Real Madrid
  
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• Bolton sign Rangers defender Davies

  10-06-2026 17:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ben Davies made 11 appearances during a loan spell with Oxford United last season [Shutterstock]Bolton Wanderers have signed defender Ben Davies on a two-year deal from Scottish Premiership side Rangers.The 30-year-old began his career with Preston North End, making 145 appearances during his time with the Lancashire club.He went on to join Liverpool but did not make an appearance for the club before joining Rangers in 2022 where he has turned out 58 times in all competitions."It feels brilliant
  
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• Premier League rivals could suffer Manchester United raid

  10-06-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League rivals could suffer Manchester United raidManchester United Eye Karl Darlow in Rare Move Across Rivalry DivideManchester United’s transfer strategy this summer appears to be reaching into some unexpected places. According to reporting from TalkSport, Leeds United goalkeeper Karl Darlow has emerged as a target as the club looks to strengthen its goalkeeping department with a reliable homegrown option.Photo IMAGOOn the surface, this may seem like a relatively modest piece of b
  
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• Bristol City move felt like right time -Skubala

  10-06-2026 17:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael Skubala guided Lincoln to the second tier for the first time since 1961 [Rex Features]Bristol City manager Michael Skubala says it was the right time to move to Ashton Gate after clinching promotion to the Championship with Lincoln City.Skubala led the Imps to the League One title last season despite having one of the smallest budgets in the division, but will start next season in the dugout with the Robins.Speaking to BBC Radio Bristol, he said he was looking forward to a "new challenge
  
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