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• How do you stop Haaland?

  22-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Erling Haaland had to wait until the age of 25 not just to make his World Cup debut, but his international tournament bow too.And the Leeds-born striker is clearly eager to make up for lost time."He's the opposite of [Kylian] Mbappe and [Lionel] Messi," Ashley Williams said. "He'll beat you without the ball, which makes it even more dangerous."You want to help your midfield by squeezing up, so they don't have to cover too much distance."But as soon as you leave the space in behind, he's going to
  
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• From retirement to records - another immortal Messi moment

  23-06-2026 00:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In 2016, Lionel Messi retired from international football.In the aftermath of a defeat by Chile in the Copa America final, in which Messi missed a penalty in the shootout as Argentina lost a fourth major final in nine years, he could not take any more pain."For me, the national team is over," he said at the time. "I've done all I can. It hurts not to be a champion."It is hard to imagine that 10 years later, two days before his 39th birthday, not only would he still be playing for reigning world
  
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• 🚨 France v Iraq second half delayed by thunderstorms!

  22-06-2026 23:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 France v Iraq second half delayed by thunderstorms!Thunderbolt (literally).It had been feared, and it is now official. While the France team was leading Iraq at halftime (1-0) in their second Group I match of the 2026 World Cup, the start of the second half was officially delayed.The reason: a downpour hit the pitch, but above all lightning was detected less than 13 kilometers from Philadelphia stadium, where the match is being played. Under FIFA protocol, the game must now be suspende
  
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• Why the USMNT isn't thinking about the Round of 32 yet — 'I just focus on the present'

  22-06-2026 23:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  IRVINE, Calif. — The U.S. World Cup team — Group D winners, "Country Roads" revelers, nation healers — resumed training Monday at Great Park Sports Complex, freed from the anxiety that most sides carry into their opening-stage finales.One compulsory exercise remains, Thursday against Türkiye at SoFi Stadium. No matter what occurs, the Americans know they will play in the Round of 32 on July 1 in Santa Clara, California.Who they'll play, however, remains unresolved. It will
  
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• 📸 The ruthless Messi-Mbappé showdown sets the internet alight 🔥

  22-06-2026 23:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 The ruthless Messi-Mbappé showdown sets the internet alight 🔥They are stunning the entire planet.Since the start of the 2026 World Cup, Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi have been giving us a ruthless duel, much to our delight.Five goals in two matches for the Argentine and three for the Frenchman by halftime of his second match.On top of battling for the title of top scorer of this World Cup, the two players are reaching heights almost never seen before. Lionel Mess
  
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• Shamrock Rovers hit back in Derry City draw

  22-06-2026 23:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Irish Premier DivisionShamrock Rovers 1 - 1 Derry City FT[Getty Images]Aaron Greene scored an equaliser in the 83rd minute to deny Derry City a win over League of Ireland Premier Division leaders Shamrock Rovers.Liam Boyce had opened the scoring in the 25th minute when he headed home James McClean's cross at Tallaght Stadium.But Greene struck inside the final 10 minutes to ensure Derry left Dublin with an 11th draw in 23 league matches. Tiernan Lynch's side are sixth in the table with just one w
  
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• 📊 Kylian Mbappé remains in touching distance of Leo Messi with latest goal

  22-06-2026 23:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📊 Kylian Mbappé remains in touching distance of Leo Messi with latest goalSome might say Kylian Mbappé took Lionel Messi's performance for Argentina earlier today personally.We were treated to a stellar display by one of the game's all-time greats a matter of hours ago, and less than 15 minutes into France's Group I match against Iraq, the French forward is already producing a performance to rival it.Mbappé picked up the ball on the edge of the box and curled a delig
  
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• Scottish World Cup fans issue warning to England counterparts about ‘expensive’ Boston before Ghana clash

  22-06-2026 23:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England fans travelling to their World Cup clash against Ghana on Tuesday are bracing themselves for costly journeys and significant delays before and after the game. Boston has faced widespread criticism for transport ticket prices during the World Cup – with trains now costing fans 80 dollars (£60.40) rather than the usual 20 dollars (£15.10). Supporters have also said the price of parking has left many with an "expensive day out" – as one fan described paying 180 dolla
  
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• Leeds United Get Response To Their Opening £20m Bid For Championship Player: Why Must They Dig In?

  22-06-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Get Response To Their Opening £20m Bid For Championship Player: Why Must They Dig In?Leeds United have kicked off their summer recruitment with a bold £20 million move for Southampton’s Northern Ireland international Shea Charles.Leeds United launch £20m bid for Southampton midfielder Shea CharlesThe opening gambit did not land.Journalist Jacob Tanswell broke the news on X, confirming the South Coast club instantly rebuffed the initial financial package. Sout
  
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• Wanted by Barça and Real, Julián Álvarez wants out of Atlético

  22-06-2026 23:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wanted by Barça and Real, Julián Álvarez wants out of AtléticoForward Julián Álvarez said he wants to leave Atlético Madrid.The statement was made after Argentina’s match against Austria this Monday (22), in the World Cup.I spoke honestly with the club. I want to fulfill my dreams. The best thing for my future is a transferJulián Álvarez, Atlético Madrid and Argentina national team forwardAccording to journalist Ben Jaco
  
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• Liverpool ready to let star midfielder join Chelsea

  22-06-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool ready to let star midfielder join ChelseaLiverpool are ready to stand back and let a highly-rated midfielder join Chelsea. The Reds won’t put up a fight.Liverpool are currently figuring our their transfer targets for the summer. Now, we know Victor Munoz is one of them as the Reds have completed the deal to sign him, while Yan Diomande is clearly another.An offer worth €100m has gone to RB Leipzig for Diomande. They've rejected it, however, and Liverpool must now decide what
  
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• Fans delayed entry as bad weather affects France-Iraq tie

  22-06-2026 23:08 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]Bad weather delayed fans being able to enter the Philadelphia Stadium for Monday's World Cup match between France and Iraq, after warnings not to travel to the area four hours before kick-off.Heavy downpours and bouts of thunder and lightning are forecast for the Group I tie, which is the 42nd match of this World Cup."Due to inclement weather in the region, gates opening will be delayed,
  
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• 🚨 Julian Alvarez officially asks for a transfer 💣

  22-06-2026 23:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Julian Alvarez officially asks for a transfer 💣It’s the bombshell of the day!Another twist in Julian Alvarez’s future! After Barça’s first offer was turned down by Atlético de Madrid, then Real Madrid’s official approach was also rejected by the Colchoneros, Julian Alvarez has broken his silence.Interviewed after Argentina’s 2-0 World Cup win over Austria, the Albiceleste striker officially announced that he wants to leave Atlé
  
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• £40m Championship Player’s Representatives Have Held Talks With Everton: What Should Moyes Do?

  22-06-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  £40m Championship Player’s Representatives Have Held Talks With Everton: What Should Moyes Do?Social media went into overdrive last week. Rumour monger Indy Kaila dropped a big update on X, claiming Jarrod Bowen’s representatives held face-to-face talks with Everton officials over a potential summer move to Goodison Park. The 29-year-old winger is considering his options after West Ham United’s shock relegation to the Championship. Everyone in the top flight is watching t
  
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• USMNT’s Alex Zendejas, yet to play at World Cup, readies for his moment: ‘I’m sure it’ll come’

  22-06-2026 23:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alex Zendejas (center) was an unused substitute in the USMNT’s first two matches at this World Cup.Photograph: Alex Livesey/FIFA/Getty ImagesAs his US teammates finished off group-clinching wins over Paraguay and Australia, all Alex Zendejas could do to help was watch.It isn’t the role Zendejas aspired to have at this World Cup. The 28-year-old was a coveted dual-national who chose to represent the nation he grew up in over Mexico, where he was born and has played most of his profess
  
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• Scotland fan’s cone prank cut short by Miami police after Boston backing

  22-06-2026 23:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A Scotland fan’s plans to put a cone on a Miami statue were foiled by a police officer - in a sharp contrast to the Tartan Army’s celebrated antics in Boston.Footage shows Chris Nicoll, from St Andrews, placing the cone on the head of Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León's statue.As he prepares to jump down, shouts of “get off of there” can be heard from an officer. “Surely they’ll lighten up,” a Scottish voice can be heard saying.Mr Nicoll said he
  
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• 🎙️ Scaloni: people are buzzing and enjoying it

  22-06-2026 23:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎙️ Scaloni: people are buzzing and enjoying itAfter Argentina’s solid 2-0 victory over Austria in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup, head coach Lionel Scaloni gave a press conference. The manager said he was extremely pleased to have secured qualification for the next round and highlighted the maturity of his squad in handling difficult moments.Overcoming the challenge and keeping the dream alive
  The Albiceleste coach drew a parallel with the opening match against Algeri
  
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• 👀Exodus at River: the outcasts returned to training

  22-06-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👀Exodus at River: the outcasts returned to trainingWhile head coach Eduardo Coudet leads River Plate’s preseason in Alicante, Spain, the reality in Buenos Aires is very different. The large group of professional footballers who will not be part of “Chacho’s” plans returned to training at the club’s facilities this Monday, with the sole aim of sorting out their respective departures.The names on an uncomfortable listAmong the players called up to undergo the
  
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• Club World Cup: Mbappé sets a record from kick-off 🔥

  22-06-2026 22:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Club World Cup: Mbappé sets a record from kick-off 🔥A new record on the clock.This Monday evening, Kylian Mbappé will experience a special moment against Iraq during the second matchday of the 2026 World Cup group stage.Starting up front in attack, the captain of Les Bleus will earn his 100th cap for the French national team.At 27, the all-time top scorer in France’s history will also set a new record, as he will become the first player under 30 to reach 100 appearanc
  
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• Aston Villa In Talks With PL Club For £40m Player: Why Should The Midlands Club Walk Away?

  22-06-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa In Talks With PL Club For £40m Player: Why Should The Midlands Club Walk Away?The transfer market is spinning out of control again. Word on the grapevine, initially flagged by Indy Kaila on X, is that Aston Villa are locked in talks with Liverpool over Curtis Jones. Anfield’s top brass aren’t playing ball. They want serious cash. We are talking £35 million to £40 million for a lad who isn’t even a guaranteed starter on Merseyside.Aston Villa’
  
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• Yan Diomande ready to say yes to mammoth six-year Liverpool deal

  22-06-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Yan Diomande ready to say yes to mammoth six-year Liverpool dealLiverpool have been knocked back in their opening attempt to prise Yan Diomande away from RB Leipzig. Last week it was claimed by various sources that the outgoing Premier League champions made an offer worth up to €100m for the Ivorian supertalent.But with their teenage attacker safely under contract until 2030 the Red Bull-owned club declined to do business.It is believed that the Bundesliga side would like a fee approaching
  
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• 💣 Transfer bombshell! Thiago Silva returns to Fluminense

  22-06-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣 Transfer bombshell! Thiago Silva returns to FluminenseOn the afternoon of this Monday (22), Fluminense announced Thiago Silva’s return on social media.Less than six months after leaving the club “without much explanation” to join Porto, in Portugal, the 41-year-old center-back signed a contract with the Rio Tricolor through December 2026.Thiago Silva is expected at CT Carlos Castilho, in Barra da Tijuca, in the southwest zone of Rio de Janeiro, to join the squad as it
  
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• Rogers keen on Arsenal move - Tuesday's gossip

  22-06-2026 22:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morgan Rogers keen on a move to Arsenal, Marcus Rashford prepared to take pay cut to join Tottenham and Spurs also confident of signing Newcastle's Sandro Tonali.Aston Villa and England midfielder Morgan Rogers is keen on a move to Premier League champions Arsenal this summer, with the Gunners making the 23-year-old a top target. (Talksport) Manchester United's England forward Marcus Rashford, 28, is prepared to take a pay cut to join Tottenham for £40m this summer after his Barcelona loan
  
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• Kylian Mbappé reaches century of France caps

  22-06-2026 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappé reaches century of France capsKylian Mbappé (27) has reached a century of France caps in starting tonight’s 2026 World Cup group stage game against Iraq at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Field. The France captain already made history in America in overtaking Olivier Giroud as Les Bleus’ all-time record goalscorer with his 57th and 58th strikes against Senegal last week. Mbappé will lead the line against Iraq to help France qualify for the knock-out st
  
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• Update On The Future Of This Manchester City Midfielder: What Should They Do?

  22-06-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Update On The Future Of This Manchester City Midfielder: What Should They Do?In a recent post on X, renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano offered an update on the future of Manchester City midfielder Rodri this summer. It has been mentioned that the talks between the Spanish talent and the Mancunian club over a new contract are currently on stand-by.Rodri’s Important Role At Man City Last SeasonRodri served as an influential presence in Man City’s match-day squad last season when he pu
  
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• These World Cup cities will spend the most on power bills to host matches

  22-06-2026 22:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup matches have a special buzz - spans of scoreboards, bright lights and music pumping through hulking speakers. What’s fueling all the magic? It’s not national pride. The World Cup’s seven American host cities are projected to spend more than $860,000 in total on electricity bills to power the matches that take place at their stadiums, according to a study from Texas-based electric company Payless Power. Fully or partially enclosed stadiums will have the highest electri
  
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• Lyon in talks to sign Hearts striker Claudio Braga

  22-06-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lyon in talks to sign Hearts striker Claudio BragaLyon are in talks with Heart of Midlothian with a view to sign their Portuguese striker Claudio Braga (26), according to a report tonight from Foot Mercato. The 26-year-old is reportedly valued at €10m by Hearts, with whom he has played a huge part in their Scottish Premiership title push. Braga has logged 14 goals and 5 assists last season.Talks are reportedly well underway between Hearts and Lyon over Braga, who is tied with the Scott
  
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• Forget Adam Wharton, Liverpool just opened the door to unreal signing

  22-06-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Forget Adam Wharton, Liverpool just opened the door to unreal signingLiverpool appear to have moved on from Adam Wharton. Instead, they're aiming for an unreal signing.Journalist Ben Jacobs tells TalkSport that Liverpool aren't expected to move for Adam Wharton this summer. In fact, he feels it would be a 'surprise' if they entered the race at this stage.That claim comes after months of reports suggesting Wharton was high on the agenda for Liverpool. The Reds could really use a new midfielder, a
  
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• TV pundit Bogdanovic apologises for racist comments

  22-06-2026 22:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rade Bogdanovic won the German Cup with Werder Bremen in 1999 [Getty Images]Former Atletico Madrid and Werder Bremen striker Rade Bogdanovic has apologised for racist comments he made towards black players during a live World Cup broadcast on Serbian television. Bogdanovic was working as a commentator for state broadcaster RTS during Belgium and Iran's goalless draw in Group G when he made the remarks while discussing Belgian defender Nathan Ngoy's red card. The 56-year-old, who made three appea
  
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• Manchester United Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This West Ham United Winger: Should Carrick Go For Him?

  22-06-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This West Ham United Winger: Should Carrick Go For Him?Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, journalist Pete O’Rourke mentioned that Manchester United are keeping a keen eye on West Ham United winger Crysencio Summerville this summer. O’Rourke said,“As a result of West Ham going down and their need to balance the books, they will have to look to cash in on Summerville.“West Ham are resigned to losing a number of key players
  
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