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• Ihionvien returns to Colchester on loan

  09-07-2026 19:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bradley Ihionvien scored five goals in 39 senior appearances for Colchester before leaving for Peterborough [Getty Images]Colchester have signed Peterborough striker Bradley Ihionvien on a season-long loan.The 22-year-old came up through Colchester's youth ranks before departing to join the Posh on a three-year deal in 2024.The Londoner missed much of last season because of injury but scored twice in 12 League Two appearances on loan at Shrewsbury Town.His return marks Colchester's fourth summer
  
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• Xabi Alonso outlines ambitions in first interview as Chelsea manager

  09-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Xabi Alonso outlines ambitions in first interview as Chelsea managerChelsea officially unveiled Xabi Alonso as their new manager on Thursday after the Spaniard arrived at Cobham for the start of pre-season.Alonso agreed a four-year deal to become Chelsea’s new manager in May, replacing Liam Rosenior.The 44-year-old arrives with huge expectations, with Chelsea enduring a disappointing campaign last season, missing out on European qualification.Speaking for the first time since taking charge
  
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• Celtic’s £3.5m Bid Rejected For This World Cup Star: Should They Launch A Second Bid?

  09-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic’s £3.5m Bid Rejected For This World Cup Star: Should They Launch A Second Bid?Glasgow is a tough town if you are looking for patience. The Parkhead hierarchy wanted a quick win in the market, but Spain had other ideas.Spanish side rebuff Celtic approachAccording to a report from Football Insider, Celtic have failed with an opening £3.5 million package for Egypt winger Haissem Hassan. Real Oviedo knocked it back immediately. They aren’t playing ball, even though the
  
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• Cubarsi defends Barcelona duo Pedri and Lamine amid criticism: ‘The best at that’

  09-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cubarsi defends Barcelona duo Pedri and Lamine amid criticism: ‘The best at that’Spain defender Pau Cubarsi appeared on Radio MARCA for an interview today ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Belgium.The Barcelona youngster has easily been one of Spain’s standout performers, and one of the best centre-backs at the tournament, showing composure and maturity beyond his age.And, during the interview, Cubarsi showed the same poise and calmness, as he made it cle
  
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• Real Madrid versatile attacker not considering offers to leave this summer – report

  09-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid versatile attacker not considering offers to leave this summer – reportNow established as one of Morocco’s leaders at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, Brahim Díaz has no intention of leaving Real Madrid, according to SPORT. Backed by José Mourinho, the attacking midfielder is expected to remain at the club and sign a contract extension.Two major goalsIndeed, the report states that Brahim has set himself two clear objectives: help the Moroccan national team r
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool ready to move for forward despite £127m price tag

  09-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool ready to move for forward despite £127m price tagBradley Barcola Debate Shows Scale of Liverpool’s Summer DecisionLiverpool’s reported interest in PSG forward Bradley Barcola has become one of the more revealing transfer discussions of the summer. On Anfield Index, Trev Downey and Lewis Steele looked at the cost, the need, the tactical fit and the wider question of ambition under Andoni Iraola.Barcola Fee Raises Liverpool QuestionDowney introduced the subj
  
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• Many factors behind shock Newport exit - Fuchs

  09-07-2026 20:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Christian Fuchs started his coaching career at Charlotte FC [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Christian Fuchs says "many factors" led to him quitting as manager Newport County on the eve of pre-season.The Exiles are hunting for their next boss for the 2026-27 season after the surprise exit of former Austria defender Fuchs at the end of June.It was announced he had left just two days before the squad – including six new signings – returned for training.Owner Huw Jenkins revealed the 40-year-o
  
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• Morocco carrying 'same mindset' as 2022 into World Cup quarterfinal matchup against France

  09-07-2026 20:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A lot can change in four years, especially perception. Morocco were the darlings of the 2022 World Cup in just their sixth appearance. They won a group featuring Belgium and the 2018 runners-up in Croatia. In the knockout rounds, they beat Spain after penalty kicks and Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal next to reach the semifinals.Then came France.The reigning world champions ended Morocco's dream run. Manager Walid Regragui explained that mistakes against teams like France will cost you. The mix o
  
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• 📋 Rematch on the cards? France and Morocco line-ups confirmed

  09-07-2026 20:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Rematch on the cards? France and Morocco line-ups confirmedThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is back!And the first semifinalist will be decided this Thursday (9).France and Morocco will face off from 5 p.m. (Brasília time) at Gillette Stadium in Boston.It will be a rematch of the World Cup semifinal in Qatar, which ended with France advancing.Whoever goes through will face Spain or Belgium.Argentine referee Facundo Tello will be in charge.TV Globo, SporTV, ge tv and CazéTV will bro
  
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• Richard Hughes just waiting for perfect time to strike deal for £35m second-tier forward

  09-07-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes just waiting for perfect time to strike deal for £35m second-tier forwardLiverpool are seeking to add signings in attack this summer.Victor Munoz has been brought on board for €40m after the Reds’ sporting director Richard Hughes triggered the Spain international winger’s Osasuna buyout clause.But the outgoing Premier League champions won’t stop there. The Anfield club had Yan Diomande in their sights - bidding up to €100m to land the RB Leipzig p
  
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• 🐐 Out-of-this-world World Cup level! Why Messi still owns everyone

  09-07-2026 20:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🐐 Out-of-this-world World Cup level! Why Messi still owns everyoneYou can’t get your head around the fact that Lionel Messi has already scored eight goals in five games at this World Cup? Then you’d better sit down now.Because the following stat once again makes one thing crystal clear: La Pulga is operating on a World Cup level all of his own. If you’re looking for him in the graphic below, he’s the lone dot all the way up in the top-right corner.According to the
  
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• Sunderland Locked In A Battle With Leeds United For This Serie A Defender: Good Option For Le Bris?

  09-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Locked In A Battle With Leeds United For This Serie A Defender: Good Option For Le Bris?In a recent report, Parma Live stated that Sunderland are locked in a three-way battle for Parma defender Mariano Troilo. It is believed that the Black Cats would have to compete with Brentford and Leeds United in the race to land the Argentine centre-back this summer.Troilo’s Important Role At ParmaTroilo served as a good squad player for the Italian club in the previous campaign and managed
  
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• Ipswich Town sign Hearts captain Hunter

  09-07-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ipswich Town sign Hearts captain HunterIpswich Town have completed the signing of Hearts captain Georgia Hunter on a two-year deal.The Tractor Girls announced news of the transfer via a post on their official club website this afternoon.Hunter joined Hearts at the age of 12 and she successfully progressed through to the first team. The 25-year-old was a SWPL2 promotion-winner with The Jambos in 2019 while she celebrated a first SWPL title win with the club last term.On the international stage, H
  
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• Mesik living his 'dream' playing at Charlton

  09-07-2026 20:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ivan Mesik has previously played for clubs in Slovakia, Denmark, Norway, Italy and the Netherlands [Getty Images]Charlton Athletic's new signing Ivan Mesik has said it has been his dream to play football in England after arriving on a long-term contract from Dutch club Heracles Almelo.The 25-year-old defender will play in his sixth different country after leaving his homeland of Slovakia to move to Denmark in 2020, racking up over 200 professional appearances across six clubs.Mesik was the Addic
  
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• Richard Hughes cannot ignore this performance, he must bring 'legend' home

  09-07-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes cannot ignore this performance, he must bring 'legend' homeRichard Hughes is probably going to leave his post at Liverpool by the end of the summer transfer window. However, while he's still the Reds' sporting director, he's the one who will handle all of Liverpool's bids and negotiations.Of course, Michael Edwards and Andoni Iraola will also have a say in the recruitment but, the vast majority of it will come from Hughes.And, even though he's exiting, he still needs to have the A
  
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• Norway's Haaland wants 'pressure' put on England

  09-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Haaland has scored seven goals this tournament and is one behind Lionel Messi in the battle for the Golden Boot [Getty Images]Norway striker Erling Haaland believes England are one of the outright favourites to win the World Cup, and with a smile called on the media to put as much pressure on them as possible leading into their quarter-final meeting on Saturday.Norway had not competed at a World Cup since 1998, but have reached the final eight for the first time after finishing second in Group I
  
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• Leeds United In New Serious Push For €30m World Cup Star: Why They Have To Pay The Premium Now?

  09-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United In New Serious Push For €30m World Cup Star: Why They Have To Pay The Premium Now?Elland Road is in absolute chaos. Out of nowhere, Leeds United have been plunged into a full-blown goalkeeping crisis, and the hierarchy is scrambling for a solution. Reports from Italian outlet Tuttomercatoweb, via Sport Witness, suggest the West Yorkshire club have launched an incredibly ambitious pursuit of Parma shot-stopper Zion Suzuki. Initial enquiries were quickly knocked back, but Leeds r
  
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• Barcelona star Gavi: ‘I dream of scoring the World Cup final winner against Messi’s Argentina’

  09-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona star Gavi: ‘I dream of scoring the World Cup final winner against Messi’s Argentina’Spain midfielder Gavi was one of the three players selected by the national team to speak to the media on the eve of their 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Belgium in Los Angeles, a match that could send La Roja into the semifinals.After starting Spain’s opening match, Gavi has lost his place in the team and went without featuring in their subsequent group games. The Barc
  
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• 'More questions than answers'

  09-07-2026 20:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Let's be clear: the transfer embargo announced earlier on Thursday is not good news.We're used to seeing heat warnings at this time of year, but for supporters who read this and worry about the club's future, this should come with an amber alert attached.Taken at face value, you can argue the current squad is strong enough to be competitive this season.The greater concern is the longer-term reputational damage, which could affect confidence in the club as a whole.There are mitigati
  
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• Mbappé and Messi chase Pelé and Jairzinho's ultimate record 🤯

  09-07-2026 20:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mbappé and Messi chase Pelé and Jairzinho's ultimate record 🤯Can they do it?This Thursday evening, the quarter-finals get underway, featuring, of course, Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi.While the two are locked in a fierce battle for the top scorer ranking, another legendary record is still within reach for both superstars.Since the start of the competition, both players have made a decisive contribution in every match they have played, and they now have Pelé a
  
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• Nomme Kalju claim first-leg win over Linfield

  09-07-2026 19:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Conference LeagueNõmme Kalju 1 - 0 Linfield FTLinfield were narrowly defeated 1-0 by Nomme Kalju in the Uefa Conference League first qualifying round first leg at Parnu Rannastaadion.Roko Vukusic scored the only goal of the game to give the home side the lead in the tie on 47 minutes.David Healy's outfit displayed plenty of positive signs but failed to take advantage of their dominance and chances. The Blues welcome Kalju to Windsor Park on 16 July for the second leg as they aim to p
  
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• Arsenal close to signing Manchester United target for £35m

  09-07-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal close to signing Manchester United target for £35mArsenal are close to completing a move for Club Brugge star Christos Tzolis. Manchester United also made enquiries for the 24-year-old, but it appears he is heading to Arsenal. According to The Sun, the Gunners are close to finalising a deal worth £35 million for Tzolis. The London giants view the talented forward as a replacement for Leandro Trossard, who is set to join Turkish side Besiktas for £17m afte
  
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• “He could be one” – Lewis Steele provides update on Liverpool’s midfield transfer plans

  09-07-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “He could be one” – Lewis Steele provides update on Liverpool’s midfield transfer plansAdam Wharton Interest Shows Liverpool’s Midfield Search Is Still AliveLiverpool’s interest in Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton remains one of those transfer stories that refuses to fully disappear. On Anfield Index, Trev Downey asked Lewis Steele about Wharton, Harvey Elliott and whether anything had shifted around a possible midfield move.Wharton Deal Remains QuietDow
  
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• Report: Sunderland have opened talks to sign £30m star

  09-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Sunderland have opened talks to sign £30m starSunderland Open Matias Soule Talks as £30m Roma Move Signals Major AmbitionSunderland have opened talks over a move for Matias Soule, in what would represent another bold step in an already aggressive summer strategy. According to TeamTalk, the Black Cats are exploring a deal for the Roma attacker, with the 23-year-old emerging as a serious target as preparations continue for a season featuring both Premier League and European foo
  
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• Crystal Palace defender Green signs new deal

  09-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Crystal Palace defender Green signs new dealCrystal Palace defender Josie Green has signed a new one-year contract with the club.The Eagles announced the news via a post on their official club website this afternoon.The 33-year-old defender was set to be out of contract at Selhurst Park this summer but she will now remain in South London for at least another 12 months.Green joined Crystal Palace in the summer 2024 transfer window after leaving former club Leicester City. She was unable to help T
  
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• Free agent Darlow set for Man Utd move

  09-07-2026 19:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Karl Darlow in action for Wales against Ghana last month [Getty Images]Manchester United are close to signing veteran goalkeeper Karl Darlow on a free transfer.The 35-year-old left Leeds United at the end of June.He made 22 Premier League appearances for the West Yorkshire outfit last season, finishing the campaign as Daniel Farke's first choice.Darlow is also Wales' current first-choice goalkeeper.The move is likely to trigger the exit of Altay Bayindir, who spent the majority of last season as
  
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• Bromley sign ex-Bristol Rovers midfielder Conteh

  09-07-2026 19:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kamil Conteh has 12 caps for the Sierra Leone national team [Getty Images]Newly-promoted League One side Bromley have signed midfielder Kamil Conteh from Bristol Rovers for an undisclosed fee.The 23-year-old joined Rovers from Grimsby Town in January 2024 and made 73 appearances for the Pirates across all competitions, scoring two goals last season.The Sierra Leone international made one appearance out on loan for League One champions Lincoln City on the final day of the season after an injury-h
  
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• Belgium icon Eden Hazard heaps praise on Lamine Yamal: ‘Reminds me of myself’

  09-07-2026 19:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Belgium icon Eden Hazard heaps praise on Lamine Yamal: ‘Reminds me of myself’It has been almost three years since Eden Hazard shocked the entire footballing world by deciding to retire at the age of 32.The retirement came on the back of poor performances at Real Madrid, injuries and an overall struggle with fitness, with Hazard deciding that he was no longer fit to thrive in top-level football.Three years into his retirement, Hazard is now a keen observer of the sport and has recentl
  
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• Liverpool get involved in near 20-club scramble for FIFA World Cup breakout jewel

  09-07-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool get involved in near 20-club scramble for FIFA World Cup breakout jewelLiverpool have begun to dramatically overhaul their backline. Last summer Giovanni Leoni was signed from Parma for £26m. More additions have been made since then with Mor Talla Ndiaye, Ifeanyi Ndukwe and above all Jeremy Jacquet arriving.Jacquet, 20, will compete with Leoni for a starting spot alongside Virgil van Dijk for a new-look defence next season following his £60m signing from Rennes.But Liverpoo
  
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• Tactical suitability and ball-carrying: Why Inter are set to sign Anan Khalaili

  09-07-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tactical suitability and ball-carrying: Why Inter are set to sign Anan KhalailiSerie A side Inter didn’t reap too many rewards in their signing of Luis Henrique last summer. He would have ideally solved the right wing-back problems but they are now set to bring in another wing-back option in Union Saint-Gilloise’s Anan Khalaili.As perGianluca di Marzio, a move for the Israeli international is done. He will join the Italian champions for €25 million plus bonuses. This comes after
  
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