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• Is the World Cup ball making it hard for goalkeepers?

  25-06-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Trionda is the official match ball of the 2026 World Cup [Getty Images]Heroic goalkeepers have repeatedly stepped up at this World Cup.Spain could not find a way past Cape Verde number one Vozinha on his nation's tournament debut.Curacao keeper Eloy Room made a record-equalling 15 saves as his side also claimed their first ever World Cup point.Iran's Alireza Beiranvand produced a string of superb stops to keep Belgium at bay in a goalless draw.However, there have also been several instances
  
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• 👕 BTS unveils Atleti's shirt for the 2026/27 season

  28-06-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👕 BTS unveils Atleti's shirt for the 2026/27 seasonK-pop group BTS pulled off a surprise at their concert at the Metropolitano. The South Korean band gave the world-exclusive reveal of Atlético de Madrid’s new kit for the 2026/27 season.Suga sent the stadium into a frenzy when he appeared on stage wearing the classic red-and-white shirt. This unexpected debut left both music fans and Atlético supporters stunned.Images of the kit quickly went viral on social media. Thi
  
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• 🤖 We had 3️⃣ AIs simulate the Cup knockouts, see results and weigh in!

  28-06-2026 13:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤖 We had 3️⃣ AIs simulate the Cup knockouts, see results and weigh in!It’s time, folks!The knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off this Sunday (28), with South Africa vs Canada!
  With that in mind, we asked three artificial intelligences to simulate the matchups all the way to the final... and one of them is “betting” on Brazil’s sixth title!Check it out below and leave your OPINION!Gemini🏆 Round of 32Left Side of the Bracket:German
  
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• Real Madrid to face heavy competition if they move for 18-year-old World Cup breakout star

  28-06-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid to face heavy competition if they move for 18-year-old World Cup breakout starDespite already having signed four new players this summer, including a midfielder in Bernardo Silva, it does look like Real Madrid are on the lookout for another player in that position.Among the many midfield names the club have been linked with, one of them is Morocco’s breakout star Ayyoub Bouaddi, who has taken the World Cup by storm.The 18-year-old is not a priority for Jose Mourinho, but it doe
  
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• Jose Mourinho faces major preseason problem ahead of new era at Real Madrid

  28-06-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho faces major preseason problem ahead of new era at Real MadridWhile currently most of them would be occupied with their favorite players and teams playing in the World Cup 2026, Real Madrid fans would still be looking forward to one date in particular next month, i.e., 13th July, as the team’s preseason training is set to begin on this date.This day would mark the start of a new era, as Jose Mourinho would have his players back for the start of his second managerial stint at t
  
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• Milan not just shopping in Portugal, Manchester United’s Mount proposed

  28-06-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan not just shopping in Portugal, Manchester United’s Mount proposedWhile Milan continue to be linked with moves for a series of Portugal internationals and players represented by super agent Jorge Mendes, the latest reports in Italy claim that Manchester United’s Mason Mount has been proposed to the Rossoneri.Could Mount join Ramos in Milan in 2026-27?Milan are now under the leadership of former United head coach Ruben Amorim after parting company with Massimiliano Allegri the da
  
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• Barcelona finalise loan move with €2.5m buy option for South American prospect

  28-06-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona finalise loan move with €2.5m buy option for South American prospectAccording to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona have reached an agreement with Liga de Quito to sign promising Ecuadorian talent Josue Caicedo on loan. The 18-year-old will initially join Barça Atletic, with the deal following the club’s recent strategy of recruiting highly rated young talents from overseas before integrating them into the first-team pathway.Loan includes conditional purchase clauseAs part of
  
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• Arsenal & PSG punished for fan behaviour at CL final

  28-06-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal & PSG punished for fan behaviour at CL finalArsenal and Paris Saint-Germain have each received punishments for the actions of their supporters during the Champions League final, though the Gunners’ punishment is relatively light.Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty ImagesTom Canton reports for Football.London that both Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain have been punished for supporter behaviour during the Champions League final in May.PSG were given a €10,875 fine for throwing o
  
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• Premier League clubs are eyeing move for £35m Liverpool star

  28-06-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League clubs are eyeing move for £35m Liverpool starNottingham Forest enter transfer pictureNottingham Forest have emerged as the latest club weighing up a move for Curtis Jones, adding a fresh Premier League dimension to one of Liverpool’s most intriguing transfer stories of the summer.According to the original source, Liverpool.com, Forest are assessing whether to make an approach after Inter Milan’s pursuit stalled following two unsuccessful bids for the Liverpool mi
  
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• Modric sends warm message to Mourinho after Real Madrid return: ‘One of the best in the world’

  28-06-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Modric sends warm message to Mourinho after Real Madrid return: ‘One of the best in the world’Real Madrid have had a couple of trophyless seasons, which feels unheard of considering their tendency to thrive on the biggest occasions.Something needed to change at the Spanish club this summer, and re-elected president Florentino Perez took the brave call to bring back Jose Mourinho from Benfica.Since coming back, the Portuguese manager has wasted no time in revamping the squad, with the
  
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• What does next Scotland head coach look like as 'monster job' awaits?

  28-06-2026 12:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Steve Clarke guided Scotland to three major tournaments in his seven years in charge [Getty Images]The ink has barely dried on Steve Clarke's farewell letter to the Tartan Army and already attention has turned to who will succeed Scotland's most successful head coach.In reality, fans, journalists and pundits had already been discussing the matter in the days since the defeat by Brazil at the World Cup and a third anti-climactic showing at a major tournament.But now those at charge at the Scottis
  
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• Report Milan already have agreement with Antonio Silva after Goncalo Ramos

  28-06-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Milan already have agreement with Antonio Silva after Goncalo RamosReports in Italy claim that Milan already have an agreement on personal terms in place with 22-year-old Benfica centre-back Antonio Silva, who like Goncalo Ramos, is also represented by Portuguese super-agent Jorge Mendes.Report: Silva willing to join Milan on five-year contractAfter a month of uncertainty following the end of the disappointing 2025-26 season, in which the club were temporarily left without a head coach, s
  
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• Jude Bellingham hints at how Real Madrid can unlock his best form

  28-06-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jude Bellingham hints at how Real Madrid can unlock his best formDespite his underwhelming last two years at Real Madrid, the English midfielder Jude Bellingham is seemingly back to his very best as he vies for the World Cup 2026 title with his national team.The Englishman has been one of the most influential players for his side, having won two MOTM awards, scored two goals and provided one assist in his three group stage games up to now. His influence was once again on display last night, as E
  
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• Aberdeen sign Moroccan striker Mouloua

  28-06-2026 12:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Aberdeen have signed Moroccan striker Ayoub Mouloua from FUS Rabat on a three-year deal. The 23-year-old put pen to paper on a three-year deal that includes the option of an extra 12 months. The striker made 21 appearances for Rabat in the Moroccan top flight last term and scored six goals in those outings."We have been tracking Ayoub for several months now and have made a number of trips to Morocco to watch him play and get a real feel for the type of player and person he is," hea
  
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• Brighton make £29m bid for Serie A defender

  28-06-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brighton make £29m bid for Serie A defenderBrighton test Atalanta resolve with £30m move for Honest AhanorBrighton have underlined their growing ambition in the transfer market by submitting a reported £30m bid for Honest Ahanor, with the highly rated teenage defender emerging as one of the most sought-after young talents in European football.According to the original source, Football Italia, the Premier League club have lodged an offer worth around €34 million, approximat
  
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• Chesnokov returns to homeland with Tobol from Hearts

  28-06-2026 12:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kazakhstan winger Islam Chesnokov has returned to his homeland to sign for former club Tobol on a permanent deal after just six months with Hearts.The 26-year-old had signed a three-year contract with the Scottish Premiership club last summer after leaving Tobol.Chesnokov had signed a pre-contract agreement with Hearts last summer, but they were made to wait until January for his arrival after the clubs failed to agree a transfer fee.However, he made just 11 appearances for Hearts, six of them a
  
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• Real Madrid midfielder target has €80m asking price

  28-06-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid midfielder target has €80m asking priceReal Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho has asked the club’s sporting department to sign another midfielder during the upcoming summer transfer window. Despite having already brought in Bernardo Silva to compete alongside the likes of Fede Valverde, Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga, thePortuguese believes that another option is essential.As things stand, Chelsea and Argentina star Enzo Fernandez is Mourinho’s favoured opti
  
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• 'Scotland needs a reset' - your views as Clarke resigns

  28-06-2026 12:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]We asked for your views after Steve Clarke announced he was stepping down as Scotland manager after seven years. Here's what some of you had to say:David: Clarke may have got us to three major tournaments but once we got there the football was poor. Clarke was too defensive and loyal to certain players. Most of all I feel sorry for the Tartan Army.Ryan: Shocked at how sudden it's happened and I hope the section of "supporters" that wanted him gone are happy. I feel I have to stick up for Cl
  
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• Report Aston Villa willing to cut Martinez transfer fee for Juventus

  28-06-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Aston Villa willing to cut Martinez transfer fee for JuventusReports in Italy claim that Aston Villa are ‘open’ to cutting a small amount off their previous €10m valuation of goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, whom Juventus are desperate to bring on board ahead of the 2026-27 season.Report: Villa willing to reduce €10m Dibu Martinez valuationJuventus are looking to sign a new goalkeeper during the off-season and could offload either or potentially even both of Michele Di
  
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• Barcelona winger shuts out the noise and focuses on World Cup comeback after injury blow

  28-06-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona winger shuts out the noise and focuses on World Cup comeback after injury blowRaphinha has only one objective at the moment: returning to action at the 2026 World Cup.The Barcelona winger remains convinced that his tournament is far from over and believes he can still play an important role for Brazil if his recovery continues as planned, reports SPORT.Another injury setbackThe 28-year-old suffered a tear of the biceps femoris in his right leg during Brazil’s 3-0 victory over Hai
  
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• MODRIĆ DELIVERS FOR CROATIA

  28-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MODRIĆ DELIVERS FOR CROATIAThe World Cup continued for the Rossoneri players, with Luka Modrić starring in Croatia's 2-1 win over Ghana. The midfielder provided the assist for Nikola Vlašić's winning goal, delivering a perfectly weighted corner into the heart of the penalty area. Rafael Leão also featured in Colombia v Portugal, coming on in the 70th minute in place of former Rossonero João Félix, but had little opportunity to make an impact. Croatia fi
  
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• Manchester City sign winger from Ligue 1 club – Deal worth up to €25 million

  28-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City sign winger from Ligue 1 club – Deal worth up to €25 millionManchester City have once again leveraged their global club network to formalise the arrival of highly-coveted French talent Mathys Detourbet.Incoming manager Enzo Maresca has watched the club’s long-term pipeline strengthen further as sporting director Hugo Viana secures the winger’s rights.The development plan guarantees further top-tier development in Ligue 1 before the player ever steps into th
  
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• Another departure at Real Madrid as first-team doctor resigns

  28-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Another departure at Real Madrid as first-team doctor resignsReal Madrid are set to undergo a significant, almost radical, change this summer, as the Merengues seem intent to put their troubles of the last two seasons behind and embark on a new project, that would hopefully once again return them to winning ways.This is apparent from the managerial change in the team, with Jose Mourinho now back to lead the club, following the departure of Alvaro Arbeloa. Meanwhile, the white club has also alrea
  
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• World Cup: top scorers, assists, the latest rankings 🚀

  28-06-2026 11:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup: top scorers, assists, the latest rankings 🚀Who’s leading the way?That’s it, the 2026 World Cup group stage is over!Before we move on to the serious business of the knockout matches, here’s a big roundup of the different standings shaping this competition.Top scorers, top assist providers, best defenses... you can find all these rankings below to get fully ready for the round of 32.Top scorers ⚽️1) Lionel Messi - 6 goals2) Kylian Mbappé, Ou
  
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• James Rodríguez thanks Cristiano: he took me in and invited me over

  28-06-2026 11:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  James Rodríguez thanks Cristiano: he took me in and invited me overThe bond between James Rodríguez and Cristiano Ronaldo remains intact despite the passing of the years. The Colombian midfielder fondly recalled his arrival at Real Madrid, where the Portuguese star took him under his wing from day one. In the club’s dressing room, he immediately became his biggest support and confidant.
  James revealed this: "Cristiano is a role model. When I arrived at Real Madrid, he was one
  
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• Crystal Palace and Sunderland top Premier League World Cup goals chart

  28-06-2026 11:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brian Brobbey celebrates after scoring for the Netherlands during their 5-0 group-stage victory over Sweden [Getty Images]Crystal Palace and Sunderland have emerged as the Premier League clubs with the most goals at the World Cup after the group stage, highlighting the remarkable depth of international talent now spread throughout England's top flight.Players from both clubs have combined to score seven goals in North America, placing them ahead of established heavyweights Arsenal, Liverpool, Ma
  
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• Liverpool told they can sign Real Madrid midfielder for €60m

  28-06-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool told they can sign Real Madrid midfielder for €60mWith four new players already signed, Real Madrid have started to shift their focus towards possible exits. Dani Ceballos has already departed via mutual contract termination, and in the coming weeks, more players will join him in leaving the Bernabeu.Fran Garcia has been linked with the Premier League, while fellow defender Raul Asencio could also be allowed to leave – especially if another centre-back joins alongside the al
  
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• Journalist confirms Liverpool star could leave this summer

  28-06-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist confirms Liverpool star could leave this summerChiesa faces defining Liverpool summer as future remains uncertainLiverpool’s plans for the summer transfer window continue to evolve, but one situation that demands close attention is the future of Federico Chiesa. Signed for just £12.5m from Juventus in 2024, the Italy international arrived at Anfield as an opportunistic deal that carried relatively little financial risk. Two years on, however, his Liverpool career stands at
  
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• Jorge Mendes the key to unlocking Barcelona’s move for teenage Spanish defender

  28-06-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jorge Mendes the key to unlocking Barcelona’s move for teenage Spanish defenderBarcelona are entering a decisive phase in their pursuit of Racing Santander defender Jorge Salinas, with the next few days expected to determine whether the deal can be completed before a significant increase in the player’s release clause takes effect.The Blaugrana are eager to finalize the transfer before 1 July, when the cost of signing the highly rated defender could potentially double.A dispute over
  
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• 📹 World Cup madness: fans CELEBRATE goals against their team!

  28-06-2026 11:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📹 World Cup madness: fans CELEBRATE goals against their team!In an exciting final round of Group J, Austria and Algeria faced off in a nail-biting showdown during the night. While a draw would have been enough for both teams to advance, Rangnick’s side would have been eliminated with a loss.And that wasn’t all: if Algeria had taken the win, they would have faced European champions Spain in the round of 32 as group runners-up. In stoppage time, it briefly looked like exactly t
  
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