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• Journalist: Liverpool have already decided to replace £29m star

  11-06-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool have already decided to replace £29m starLiverpool’s Right Back Search Signals Andoni Iraola’s Early PriorityLiverpool’s transfer priorities under new head coach Andoni Iraola continue to take shape, and one position appears to be moving rapidly up the agenda. Speaking on Anfield Index’s ‘Media Matters’ podcast with host Dave Davis, journalist David Lynch outlined why Liverpool are actively looking to strengthen at right back this s
  
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• Three red cards in the World Cup’s opening game – why were the players sent off?

  11-06-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  South Africa’s campaign at the World Cup 2026 got off to the worst possible start as they were beaten by co-hosts Mexico and ended the match with nine men following two straight red cards.Both came in the second half with Bafana Bafana already losing 1-0 thanks to Julian Quinones’ goal in the eight minute of the game. Sphephelo ‘Yaya’ Sithole was the first player to be dismissed after catching Brian Gutierrez on the edge of the South African penalty area and denying a goa
  
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• World Cup 2026 standings: Latest results from the group stage

  11-06-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup sees 48 nations divided into 12 groups for the first time in the tournament’s long history. Co-hosts Mexico, USA and Canada are the top seeds in Groups A, B and D respectively, while Scotland are in Group C with Brazil, Morocco and Haiti, and England are all the way down in Group L with Croatia, Ghana and Panama.The top two sides in each group will qualify for the World Cup’s first ever round of 32, as will the eighth best third-place teams. Just three points could be e
  
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• Mexico beat South Africa in chaotic World Cup opener as three players sent off

  11-06-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three players sent off in World Cup opener as co-hosts Mexico beat South AfricaSithole and Zwane given straight red cards for South Africa before Mexico's Montes dismissedEmotional Jimenez doubles Mexico's lead with first-ever World Cup goalQuinones opens scoring with earliest first goal of tournament since 2006Shakira features in opening ceremony at Azteca StadiumHow to watch the World Cup on BBC | Team-by-team guide | Pundit predictions Mexico beat South Africa in chaotic World Cup opener as t
  
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• Mexico outclass South Africa in World Cup opener at Estadio Azteca

  11-06-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mexico outclass South Africa in World Cup opener at Estadio AztecaAfter several weeks of off-field controversies, from visa denials to unconvincing press conferences, the 2026 World Cup kicked off on Thursday with a convincing win for co-hosts Mexico over South Africa.France would not enter the World Cup stage for another few days, having only touched down in Boston the previous day. Les Bleus would have until Monday to gear up for their opener against Senegal, with their first training session
  
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• Liverpool midfielder confirms intention to leave

  11-06-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool midfielder confirms intention to leaveLiverpool are facing big changes to their midfield sector this summer. New faces could be arriving with Adam Wharton, Lamine Camara and Mamadou Sangare just a few of the names linked.The outgoing Premier League champions have been relying on the same midfield options for a couple of seasons now and it’s clear that a change is required.Alexis Mac Allister could be on the way out of the door given his contract expires in 2028 and no agreement i
  
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• Real Madrid bring back Mourinho on three-year deal

  11-06-2026 23:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho first joined Real Madrid 16 years ago, after successful spells at Porto, Chelsea and Inter Milan [Getty Images]Real Madrid have confirmed the reappointment of Jose Mourinho as head coach.The 63-year-old has agreed a three-year deal and will begin work when the squad return for pre-season training on 13 July.Real Madrid have paid Benfica £13m (15m euros) in compensation to bring the Portuguese head coach back to the Bernabeu - some 13 years after his first stint at the club ca
  
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• 🎥 Hosts Mexico beat South Africa in Copa 2026 opener

  11-06-2026 23:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Hosts Mexico beat South Africa in Copa 2026 openerThe 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off this Thursday (11) with Mexico — one of the tournament’s hosts, alongside the United States and Canada — beating South Africa 2-0 at the iconic Azteca Stadium.This was the first opening-match win for the tricolor side after five attempts: 1930, 1950, 1958, 1970, and 2010.Mexico’s victory started taking shape early, with Julián Quiñones opening the scoring in less t
  
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• World Cup 2026: Julián Quiñones, Raúl Jiménez lead Mexico to dominant 2-0 win over South Africa

  11-06-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mexico opened the 2026 World Cup with a comfortable 2-0 win over South Africa in front of a sold-out crowd at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.Following an Opening Ceremony that featured musical performances by Shakira, Burna Boy, EJAE and Andrea Bocelli, as well as an introduction of all 48 nations taking part in the tournament, the co-hosts didn't wait long to keep the fans entertained.Raúl Jiménez nearly put Mexico up a goal four minutes into the match, but his chance was denied by
  
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• Sunderland Are Showing Interest In Signing This Bundesliga Defender Permanently: Good Option For Le Bris?

  11-06-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Are Showing Interest In Signing This Bundesliga Defender Permanently: Good Option For Le Bris?In a recent post on X, Voetbal International journalist Joost Blaauwhof mentioned that Sunderland are showing interest in signing Red Bull Leipzig defender Lutsharel Geertruida permanently this summer. It has been stated that the Black Cats want to initiate talks with the Dutch player over a permanent move later this year following the player’s participation in the FIFA World Cup.Geertr
  
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• Report: Everton Step Up Midfielder Chase Amid Palace Interest

  11-06-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Everton Step Up Midfielder Chase Amid Palace InterestEverton’s Pursuit of Hayden Hackney Signals Ambition for New EraEverton’s summer recruitment drive appears to be gathering momentum, with GiveMeSport reporting that the Merseyside club are preparing a third bid for Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney. After two offers were rejected, Everton remain determined to secure the 23 year old’s signature and are reportedly willing to increase their package towards the &pou
  
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• Newcastle United facing huge regret in Manchester City’s Elliot Anderson pursuit

  11-06-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United facing huge regret in Manchester City’s Elliot Anderson pursuitNewcastle United are set to miss out on a significant financial windfall as former academy star Elliot Anderson nears a nine-figure switch to Manchester City.The original £35 million transfer to Nottingham Forest was hurried through during a Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) deadline threat to stave off a six-point deduction.Handled by CEO Darren Eales in the temporary absence of a senior sporting dir
  
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• ❌ Nightmare start at the World Cup! Sithole at fault for goal, sees red

  11-06-2026 22:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ❌ Nightmare start at the World Cup! Sithole at fault for goal, sees redThings could hardly have gone much worse for South Africa’s Yaya Sithole in the World Cup opener against hosts Mexico. The 27-year-old endured a real nightmare on his World Cup debut. In a way, his name says it all. After just under nine minutes, the man wearing number 13 miscontrolled the ball just in front of his own penalty area, which ultimately led to Mexico taking the lead. Shortly after the half-
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are Hoping To Land This Paris Saint-Germain Keeper: Should De Zerbi Snap Him Up?

  11-06-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are Hoping To Land This Paris Saint-Germain Keeper: Should De Zerbi Snap Him Up?In a recent report, L’Equipe claimed that Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to land Paris Saint-Germain keeper Lucas Chevalier. It has been revealed that Spurs could face competition in the form of Besiktas in the race to land the French custodian this off-season.Chevalier’s Important Role At Paris Saint-GermainThe 24-year-old was a good rotational piece in PSG’s squad last season when
  
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• Iran’s World Cup camp in Tijuana unfolds under armed guard and political shadow

  11-06-2026 22:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Iran’s players take part in a training session on Thursday at the Centro Xoloitzcuintle in Tijuana, Mexico.Photograph: Victor Medina/ReutersOpen-top trucks patrolled the surrounding roads outside the Estadio Caliente today, mounted by men in helmets and masks and wielding machine guns. They pass by the main entrance every few hours, guarding the massive city block, otherwise chocked with cars and smog, that the Iran national team has made its temporary, and largely improvised, home for thi
  
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• Can you still get World Cup tickets? Here’s where prices and availability stand

  11-06-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As the World Cup prepares to kick off on Thursday, record-high ticket prices are drawing criticism across the 16 host stadiums in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. FIFA's dynamic pricing model has led to repeated increases since last fall, with some tickets now reaching five figures.FIFA president Gianni Infantino defended the costs on Wednesday, asserting they are appropriate for the North American market, despite the widespread criticism ahead of the tournament's opening. Here's where thi
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms massive Liverpool transfer could happen

  11-06-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms massive Liverpool transfer could happenFabrizio Romano has confirmed a massive transfer could happen. Liverpool are heading into what will be a massive summer for the club. There’s a lot of change happening at Anfield, from the dugout right through to the dressing room, as they start a new chapter under Andoni Iraola after Arne Slot’s departure.Iraola’s arrival feels like a pretty bold shift in direction. He’s built a strong reputation as one of t
  
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• WTF: Three red cards in the opening match, unheard-of scenes!

  11-06-2026 22:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WTF: Three red cards in the opening match, unheard-of scenes!A sad entry into history.On Thursday evening, for the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, Mexico and South Africa sent this game into the history books in a very strange way.With the dismissals of Sphephelo Sithole (49th), Themba Zwane (84th) and César Montes (90+2), this match became the first opening game in history to feature so many red cards.You have to go back to the 2006 World Cup and the famous Battle of Nuremberg betwe
  
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• 🖤The World Cup starts in mourning, 81-year-old fan dies

  11-06-2026 22:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🖤The World Cup starts in mourning, 81-year-old fan diesBefore the start of the opening match, a German fan suffered a heart attack and nothing could be done to save his life.
  While inside the Azteca Stadium there was a festive atmosphere before the start of the World Cup, outside it turned tragic when an 81-year-old German fan suffered a heart attack.Although paramedics tried to revive him with CPR for several minutes, in the end nothing could be done to save his life and he passed away.
  
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• 🟥 Sphephelo Sithole joins throwback duo after seeing red vs Mexico

  11-06-2026 22:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🟥 Sphephelo Sithole joins throwback duo after seeing red vs MexicoSouth Africa have it all to do against Mexico in the opener of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  Going down a goal inside the opening ten minutes, thanks to a tidy finish from Julián Quiñones, already looked to be a bridge too far for Hugo Broos' Bafana Bafana.But it would only get worse for the African nation after the break to kick-start their fourth-ever World Cup appearance.Holding midfielder Sphephelo S
  
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• Liverpool Are Pushing Hard To Land This Bundesliga Winger: Should Iraola Snap Him Up?

  11-06-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Pushing Hard To Land This Bundesliga Winger: Should Iraola Snap Him Up?In a recent episode of the Here We Go podcast, journalist Fabrizio Romano mentioned that Liverpool are pushing hard to land Red Bull Leipzig winger Yan Diomande. Romano said,“He’s wanted by Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain. Both clubs are still in the mix. Liverpool are really pushing, Liverpool are really insisting to make it happen. For Liverpool, he’s a top, top priority. They are offering
  
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• Newcastle's Hall keen on Man Utd switch - Friday's gossip

  11-06-2026 22:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United keen on wantaway Newcastle left-back Lewis Hall, Spanish giants close in on Bernardo Silva, Real Madrid target Manchester City's Josko GvardiolManchester United are interested in Newcastle and England defender Lewis Hall, 21, who wants to leave the Magpies. (Sun)United are also monitoring Fulham and United States left-back Antonee Robinson, 28, as a possible signing for next season. (Sky Sports)Barcelona will not match the financial packages being offered to Portugal midfielder
  
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• Celtic’s £25m Sale Is On Focus This Summer: What Should Be The Right Decision At Ibrox?

  11-06-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic’s £25m Sale Is On Focus This Summer: What Should Be The Right Decision At Ibrox?The Premier League big spenders are locked in at Parkhead again. Fulham and Sunderland have joined Nottingham Forest in a fierce battle to sign Celtic midfielder Arne Engels. This isn’t just standard paper talk. Forest have skin in the game, having already seen bids of £14 million, £17 million, and a staggering £25 million deadline-day offer knocked back during the January w
  
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• 📈 Mad stat highlights Mexico's first-half dominance in World Cup opener

  11-06-2026 22:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📈 Mad stat highlights Mexico's first-half dominance in World Cup openerMexico are off to the perfect start in the opening fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the joint host dominant in their capital city.
  An opener in the 9th minute from Al Qadsiah's Julián Quiñones lifted the CONCACAF powerhouse into the lead, with Mexico's high press forcing South Africa to turn possession over before the 29-year-old slammed home between Ronwen Williams's legs.Though Q
  
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• Will it happen now? Galo back better season for loan striker

  11-06-2026 22:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Will it happen now? Galo back better season for loan strikerAfter failing to establish himself in an initial spell with Atlético Mineiro, João Marcelo was loaned to Al Ahli of the United Arab Emirates at the start of this year.However, the 21-year-old forward did not get the expected playing time in his first months in the Middle East.He made nine appearances — two as a starter — and scored two goals.João Marcelo and Galo are hoping for more opportunities in Port
  
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• It's official, Liverpool confirm club legend's son agrees momentous deal

  11-06-2026 22:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It's official, Liverpool confirm club legend's son agrees momentous dealLiverpool have agreed an exciting deal with a defender. Over the years, Liverpool’s academy has developed a bit of a pattern.There have been numerous sons of former players coming through the ranks and trying to carve out their own names at Anfield.Jayden Danns, Lewis Koumas, Keyrol Figueroa and Bobby Clark are just a few examples of fathers who have a cult hero status in English football.The trio are all building thei
  
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• Liverpool star Wataru Endo announces international retirement after being ruled out of World Cup

  11-06-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Japan international Wataru Endo has announced his retirement from international football, with a persistent foot injury ruling the Liverpool midfielder out of the World Cup.The problem first emerged during a match against Sunderland on 11 February, marking his final club appearance of the season. Despite playing 45 minutes in a 1-0 World Cup warm-up victory over Iceland, his recovery has not progressed as hoped.Writing on X, Endo conveyed his mixed emotions. "I will be leaving the World Cup squa
  
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• Leeds United Are Monitoring 25-Year-Old La Liga Centre-Back: Should Daniel Farke Press In?

  11-06-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Are Monitoring 25-Year-Old La Liga Centre-Back: Should Daniel Farke Press In?Leeds United are monitoring Real Betis centre-back Natan. According to Spanish outlet ABC Sevilla, via Sport Witness, the 25-year-old Brazilian has popped up on the radar at Elland Road, though he will not come cheap.Leeds United Eye Record-Breaking Move for Betis Star NatanBetis paid a modest €10 million for the defender two years ago. Now? They want at least €45 million. His stock is high. Trans
  
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• How Football Led Me On An Unexpected Journey To Paraguay

  11-06-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How Football Led Me On An Unexpected Journey To ParaguayBy Louis Smith.Everyone saw the scenes from Asunción as Paraguay took on Nicaragua in their final match before heading to North America to compete at the World Cup. It will be their first World Cup appearance in 16 years, and, as you could see by the fireworks and the sea of red and white, it means everything to the Paraguayan people.The passion, excitement, and pride around the national team are clear to see. Qualifying for the Worl
  
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• ‘They wait outside your house, without a taco’ – Ibrahimovic verdict on European fans vs American fans

  11-06-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘They wait outside your house, without a taco’ – Ibrahimovic verdict on European fans vs American fansZlatan Ibrahimovic has delivered a typically unfiltered verdict on the difference between American and European football culture, speaking on Jimmy Kimmel Live ahead of his debut as a Fox Sports pundit for the 2026 World Cup.The Milan senior advisor, currently in the United States as the tournament gets underway, was in characteristically irreverent form throughout the intervie
  
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