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• Healy denies holding talks with Shelbourne

  15-07-2026 14:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Linfield manager David Healy said reports linking him to the Shelbourne job was "people putting two and two together and coming up with any number they want".Shelbourne announced on Monday that Sligo Rovers manager John Russell has signed a long-term contract to become their new head coach.That news followed reports that Healy, who has been at the helm at the Blues since 2015, had reportedly held talks with the League of Ireland club, something which he refuted."I've huge respect for Shelbourne
  
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• Liverpool Transfer News: Fabrizio Romano confirms dream agreement takes giant step closer

  17-07-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Transfer News: Fabrizio Romano confirms dream agreement takes giant step closerLiverpool have a chance to complete a dream agreement very soon. It's taken a giant step closer.Liverpool simply must sign another winger this summer. It would be negligent not to after Mohamed Salah left the club.On top of that, Liverpool were weak out wide all of last season. They offered very little dynamism after Luis Diaz joined Bayern Munich and we imagine they'd have prioritised a new winger this summ
  
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• Leeds United Linked To 28-Year-Old Serie A Goalkeeper: Right Option For Farke?

  17-07-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Linked To 28-Year-Old Serie A Goalkeeper: Right Option For Farke?Leeds United are keeping tabs on Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio. According to Corriere dello Sport, the Italian is expected to leave the Allianz Stadium this summer. It follows a miserable campaign where the Turin giants limped to a sixth-place finish in Serie A. Further details from Tuttosport suggest that Daniel Farke’s side have made very timid enquiries. That implies a general awareness of his situat
  
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• Everton Make Their First €15m Bid For Full-Back Target: Should They Pay The Asked €20m?

  17-07-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Make Their First €15m Bid For Full-Back Target: Should They Pay The Asked €20m?Everton are testing the waters in Italy. A formal opening bid of €15m has gone in for Genoa right-back Brooke Norton-Cuffy. The Serie A side want closer to €20m for the 22-year-old. But there is a feeling in both camps that the distance between them is shrinking. It is a negotiation with legs. This is not a dead end.Everton table opening bid for Genoa right-back Brooke Norton-Cuffy as clubs
  
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• Arsenal want Villa's Rogers - Saturday's gossip

  17-07-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal want Morgan Rogers, Mohamed Salah is set to join Besiktas, Manchester United are interested in Neco WilliamsArsenal have made 23-year-old Aston Villa and England midfielder Morgan Rogers their top attacking target and are expected to make an approach, but he could cost more than £100m. (Sky Sports)Liverpool legend Mohamed Salah will continue his career in Turkey, with the 34-year-old Egypt forward set to sign for Besiktas. (Foot Mercato - in French)Manchester United are looking at
  
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• Incredible news, Liverpool take step towards sensational signing

  17-07-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Incredible news, Liverpool take step towards sensational signingLiverpool have reportedly taken a major step towards a genuinely sensational signing. Now to get it over the line.There's no question that Liverpool need to sign a winger. There's also no question that they actively want to as Yan Diomande was their primary target heading into this transfer window.Diomande, however, decided he'd rather wait out a move to Paris Saint-Germain. He'll remain with RB Leipzig for the upcoming season befor
  
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• Aston Villa Linked With €40m Ligue 1 Midfielder: Why Should They Not Pay That Price?

  17-07-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Linked With €40m Ligue 1 Midfielder: Why Should They Not Pay That Price?The summer transfer window loves a wild valuation. It is the time of year when a handful of promising appearances in Ligue 1 suddenly transform a rotation player into a €40m asset. The latest name caught up in this Premier League scouting web is Ngal’ayel Mukau.Aston Villa tracking Lille midfielder Ngal’ayel Mukau in surprise transfer linksReports from Transfer Feed suggest Aston Villa are k
  
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• The 5️⃣ biggest shocks in World Cup final history 🤯

  17-07-2026 22:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 5️⃣ biggest shocks in World Cup final history 🤯You're not always safe from a surprise.This Sunday, Spain and Argentina will battle for the world title on the pitch at MetLife Stadium in New York.While this final is generally considered too close to call, that has not always been the case, with some heavy favorites but, above all, some major surprises.So we've put together five of the biggest surprises in World Cup finals.Brazil 1-2 Uruguay (1950)As well as being a huge s
  
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• Serie A announces VAR and refereeing rule changes for 2026-27

  17-07-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A announces VAR and refereeing rule changes for 2026-27The Italian Referees’ Association has confirmed the changes to the interpretation of the rules for the 2026-27 Serie A season, including new VAR powers, reduction of time-wasting, and DOGSO cards.At the start of every season, the coaches and some players are called in to view the guidelines given to referees and VAR officials, so everyone has a good understanding of how the rules will be applied.Following the changes introduced b
  
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• Roma linked with Fenerbahce fullback Mert Muldur

  17-07-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma linked with Fenerbahce fullback Mert MuldurFollowing the sensational failure to renew Zeki Celik’s contract, who chose to sign with Juventus and leave the capital on a free transfer, Roma have reportedly begun evaluating a new player to strengthen Gian Piero Gasperini’s right flank.According to reports from TuttoMercatoWeb.com, Roma are reportedly considering Mert Muldur, a Turkish winger currently playing for Fenerbahçe. Muldur is already a familiar name in Serie A, havi
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool set for huge injury boost

  17-07-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool set for huge injury boostConor Bradley Return Could Give Liverpool Timely Lift Under IraolaLiverpool supporters have become accustomed to setbacks surrounding Conor Bradley’s fitness, so the latest update on his rehabilitation will be welcomed with cautious optimism. According to David Lynch, speaking on his YouTube channel, the Northern Ireland international is making encouraging progress after the serious knee injury he suffered against Arsenal in January.Few player
  
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• Salah’s lawyer denies rumours that his client has reached a ‘verbal agreement’ to join Besiktas

  17-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Salah’s lawyer denies rumours that his client has reached a ‘verbal agreement’ to join BesiktasMohamed Salah’s lawyer, Ramy Abass, has denied reports claiming that the former Liverpool forward is close to joining Besiktas.Journalist Santi Aouna has claimed Besiktas have reached a verbal agreement to sign the Egyptian forward.According to the report, Salah is set to sign a one-year contract with the option of a further 12 months and will earn around €12 million (&poun
  
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• Report: Newcastle United remain interested in move for £27m star

  17-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United remain interested in move for £27m starJames Trafford to Newcastle transfer talk gathers pace as Eddie Howe eyes goalkeeper changeNewcastle United have been here before with James Trafford, and the logic has not changed. According to Sports View, “The Magpies are determined to land the highly rated shot-stopper, keeping him high on their summer recruitment agenda” after adding Ewen Jaouen earlier in the window. That tells you this is not a passing idea.
  
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• Dons can push on this season, says returning Tilley

  17-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Returning AFC Wimbledon winger James Tilley says he is fully expecting the team to "push on" this season after avoiding relegation last season.The 27-year-old arrived earlier this week from League One rivals Wycombe Wanderers on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee.Tilley joined Wycombe from Wimbledon in June 2025 after helping the London club win promotion via the League Two play-off final, but returned to the Dons on loan for the second half of the 2025-26 season, helping them retain their
  
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• €2m Celtic Star Heavily Linked With Saudi Move: Why The Glasgow Giants Should Let Him Leave?

  17-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  €2m Celtic Star Heavily Linked With Saudi Move: Why The Glasgow Giants Should Let Him Leave?The whispers around Celtic have finally turned into something tangible. Out in the Middle East, reports from 365Scores suggest Ange Postecoglou is looking to raid his former club. Now managing Al-Nassr, the Australian needs a central midfielder to replace the outgoing Marcelo Brozovic. He has targeted two players. One of them is Callum McGregor.Celtic captain’s Saudi future: What we know nowA m
  
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• World Cup final predicted lineups: How will Argentina, Spain line up?

  17-07-2026 21:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's hard to believe, but the 2026 World Cup ends on Sunday, but it goes out with a bang as Argentina and Spain are set to face off in an incredibly intriguing tactical chess match with the world's greatest prize on the line.MORE — Argentina vs Spain preview | World Cup winners | Golden Boot raceBy this point of the tournament, we know exactly what each of these sides wants to do, but as always there will still be one or two decisions for the managers that are specific to Sunday's opponent
  
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• Leeds United Set To Not Pay £30m For Championship Midfielder: Right Decision?

  17-07-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Set To Not Pay £30m For Championship Midfielder: Right Decision?Leeds United look set to shelve their move for Shea Charles, at least for now. According to a report relayed via transfer feed, citing former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown speaking to Football Insider, the Whites are unlikely to match Southampton’s £30 million asking price and are prepared to shift focus to other targets. Two bids, understood to be worth £20m and £23m respectivel
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms where contract deal puts Dominik Szoboszlai on Liverpool pay scale

  17-07-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms where contract deal puts Dominik Szoboszlai on Liverpool pay scaleLiverpool have secured the renewal they wanted. Dominik Szoboszlai - whose original deal was expiring in 2028 - has signed a contract extension.The Hungarian captain will remain at Anfield until 2031 - a huge boost for outgoing sporting director Richard Hughes.Szoboszlai - who joined the Reds for £60m back in 2023 - had been locked in talks for several months over a new deal.The official confirmation
  
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• Stick with Tuchel unless Guardiola is available - Rooney

  17-07-2026 21:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel is under contract with the FA until summer 2028 [Getty Images]Wayne Rooney thinks the Football Association should stick with Thomas Tuchel as England head coach unless a move for Pep Guardiola is possible. Tuchel has retained the backing of the FA after England's 2-1 defeat to Argentina in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final. The German was criticised for his substitutions as England squandered a 1-0 lead late on, but says he intends to stay to lead the Three Lions into Euro 2028.Desp
  
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• Juventus seek Pellegrini after Celik, as Roma reply with Thuram

  17-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus seek Pellegrini after Celik, as Roma reply with ThuramAfter Juventus snatched Zeki Celik, the transfer battle with Roma is set to continue with an approach for free agent Lorenzo Pellegrini, but the Giallorossi could respond with Khephren Thuram.Celik had seemed to be ready to sign a new contract at the Stadio Olimpico and it was all printed up to be signed when suddenly he turned around to join Juve instead.He was a free agent, as his contract had expired on June 30, but it still came
  
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• EXCLUSIVE | Jérémie Aliadière: ‘It’s not the end but the beginning of a beautiful story for the French team’

  17-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EXCLUSIVE | Jérémie Aliadière: ‘It’s not the end but the beginning of a beautiful story for the French team’Get French Football News sat down with former Arsenal and France youth international striker Jérémie Aliadière to look back on les Bleus‘ World Cup semi-final defeat and to discuss the future of the France team and its players.In this first part, he spoke about what went wrong against Spain and explains why the future is sti
  
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• “If they need me, I will be there” – Pep Guardiola makes Man City return promise as ambassador role begins

  17-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “If they need me, I will be there” – Pep Guardiola makes Man City return promise as ambassador role beginsPep Guardiola has promised he will return to the Etihad Stadium in some capacity in the futureCatalan says he wants to be “behind-the-scenes” and will help Enzo Maresca if neededGuardiola adds he expects Khaldoon Al Mubarak invite to watch games together from Abu DhabiFormer Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has delivered a heartfelt message to the club&rsqu
  
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• Spain vs. Argentina: What to expect at the World Cup final, from star performers to Trump's trophy presentation

  17-07-2026 21:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 World Cup final will feature Spain and Argentina meeting on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Spain will be vying for its second World Cup title and first since they won in South Africa in 2010. Argentina has won the tournament three times, including four years ago in Qatar.Here's what to expect when tuning in to the 2026 World Cup final.What time does the Spain vs. Argentina World Cup final start? How to watch?The match will begin at 3 p.m. ET, which is 4 p.m. i
  
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• Milan join race for Bologna’s Jhon Lucumi, €25m needed

  17-07-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan join race for Bologna’s Jhon Lucumi, €25m neededSerie A side Milan have signed Mario Gila in what was a major defensive coup but they may not stop simply at signing the Spaniard. Bologna’s Jhon Lucumi is also a target.La Gazzetta dello Sportreport that with the Rossoneri working on Fikayo Tomori’s sale, another defensive addition is likely to be made. They want a player who meets Ruben Amorim’s demands of playing out from the back and Lucumi fits the bill perfe
  
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• Zielinski: ‘Inter must do better in the Champions League’

  17-07-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zielinski: ‘Inter must do better in the Champions League’Piotr Zielinski agrees with Inter President Beppe Marotta that the focus this season must be ‘doing better in Europe’ after winning Serie A and the Coppa Italia.The Nerazzurri secured the Double last season, taking the Scudetto and Coppa Italia trophies in the first campaign under coach Cristian Chivu.However, they faltered in the Champions League with an early exit in the play-offs to Bodo/Glimt.Zielinski aiming fo
  
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• Ederson extends contract after Man Utd move collapses

  17-07-2026 21:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A deal for Ederson to join Manchester United broke down because of an issue discovered during a medical [Getty Images]Brazil midfielder Ederson has signed a contract extension at Atalanta after the collapse of his proposed move to Manchester United.The Old Trafford club had agreed a £35m fee for the 27-year-old on 2 June.A plan for him to have a medical at the start of July had to be scrapped when Ederson received a late call-up for his country's World Cup squad following an injury to Wesl
  
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• Charlton Athletic pair Lobato and Fitzgerald sign new deals

  17-07-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Charlton Athletic pair Lobato and Fitzgerald sign new dealsCharlton Athletic pair Lucia Lobato and Lucy Fitzgerald have signed new contracts with the club.The Addicks announced news of the deals via posts on their official club website earlier today.Both players have signed new one-year deals at The Valley.Lobato’s contract extension was announced first. Lobato joined Charlton Athletic from Olympique de Marseille last summer. She made 15 appearances in Barclays WSL2 last season in which sh
  
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• Rangers Agree Fee With Partizan For Their Club Skipper: Why He Would Be A Welcome Addition At Ibrox

  17-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers Agree Fee With Partizan For Their Club Skipper: Why He Would Be A Welcome Addition At IbroxIf a recent report from Serbian outlet Mozzart Sport is believed to be true, Rangers have now struck a deal with Partizan Belgrade for their skipper Vanja Dragojevic. Their initial bid of around £3.8m was turned down, but an improved £4.6m offer has now been accepted, with the Black-Whites also holding a 10 per cent sell-on clause on any future sale.The 20-year-old Serbian international
  
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• Atherton joins Ipswich Town from Chelsea

  17-07-2026 21:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ipswich Town have confirmed the signing of 17-year-old midfielder Chris Atherton from Premier League rivals Chelsea.The Republic of Ireland youth international moved to Stamford Bridge last summer, having made 32 senior appearances for then Irish Premiership side Glenavon.He signed a professional contract in October and was a regular in Chelsea's U17 and U18 sides.Atherton made history during his time at the Lurgan Blues in September 2022 when he became the youngest senior footballer in the Unit
  
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• Laporta announces a surprise signing for Barcelona: ‘He’ll be part of the first-team’

  17-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Laporta announces a surprise signing for Barcelona: ‘He’ll be part of the first-team’FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has unexpectedly confirmed that winger Abdul Aziz Issah will return to the club after the expiration of his loan spell. The Ghanaian is set to travel back to Spain this weekend and re-sign for the Blaugrana from Dreams FC after spending the last two seasons on loan in Catalonia.Surprise announcement in the United StatesWhile in the United States of America to
  
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