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• K League 1 Returns: Here’s How Every Team’s 2026 Has Gone So Far

  02-07-2026 07:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  K League 1 Returns: Here’s How Every Team’s 2026 Has Gone So FarAfter some time away for the World Cup break, K League 1 action returns this weekend with a full slate of fixtures. As such, Nathan Sartain gives a quick blurb on every club, in ascending order. FC SeoulAfter a disappointing 2025, FC Seoul have set the foundations for a successful 2026 so far, topping the table by a six-point margin following back-to-back wins before the World Cup break. Ranking third in the divisio
  
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• Spicer agrees terms to join Worthing

  02-07-2026 18:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Worthing have agreed terms with coach Owen Spicer for the forthcoming National League season.Spicer, 22, currently coaches Worthing's under-16s side, can play in central defence or across the midfield. He trained with the Reds last season as well as being dual-registered with Isthmian League South Central Division side Littlehampton.National League
  
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• Mexico v England tickets reach eye-watering £27,000 for World Cup last-16 tie

  02-07-2026 18:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tickets for England’s last-16 clash against co-hosts Mexico at World Cup 2026 are selling for eye-watering prices up to $36,000 [£27,300].The clash is rivalling the most expensive World Cup knockout fixtures ever after England battled to a 2-1 victory over DR Congo thanks to Harry Kane’s rescue act to set up a mouthwatering tie at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, at 1am BST on Monday.Outgoing prime minister Keir Starmer is set to relax UK licensing laws to allow all pubs to stay
  
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• Oldham defender Leake joins Colchester

  02-07-2026 18:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jake Leake started his career with Hull City [Getty Images]Colchester United have signed defender Jake Leake after he left League Two rivals Oldham Athletic.The 23-year-old made 28 appearances in all competitions for the Latics having initially signed on loan in January 2025 before making his move permanent in June the same year.The full-back scored two goals for Oldham and although they announced in May he was in discussions to extend his contract at Boundary Park he has elected to join Colches
  
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• Barnsley sign midfielder Taylor and defender Smith

  02-07-2026 18:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Barnsley have signed former Newcastle Jets midfielder Clayton Taylor and Manchester City defender Isaac Smith.Taylor, 22, scored nine goals in 23 appearances in the Australian A-League last season and has signed a three-year contract.Smith, 20, who has signed a two-year deal, spent the second half of last season on loan with the Tykes' academy side."I just want to build on what I started here," Smith told the club website."I feel like people have trusted me to do a job, and I want
  
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• Why 'eye-watering' spending doesn't concern supporters

  02-07-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]A new approach is something we've been promised many times before at Tottenham.A season will have stumbled to a close and the messages from above have been about what we're going to do differently, before spending the entire summer doing exactly the same thing we've done before.But this summer we've reinvented ourselves. July has barely begun, children are still in their classrooms and Spurs have crushed the transfer market. Tottenham have woken up and realised that, financial
  
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• Rochdale sign winger Hayes from Peterborough

  02-07-2026 18:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cian Hayes scored seven goals for Rochdale during his time on loan at the club [Getty Images]Rochdale have signed winger Cian Hayes from Peterborough United on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee.The 23-year-old returns to the Crown Oil Arena having made 25 appearances for Dale during two loan spells in 2023-24."I love this club, and it's always had a place in my heart," he said."Some of the lads from then are still here, so it's good to know people straight off the gate."
  
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• Go Ahead Eagles talented Danish midfielder set for Saint-Etienne switch

  02-07-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Go Ahead Eagles talented Danish midfielder set for Saint-Etienne switchMerle Heppenhuis is reporting that Jakob Breum is set to leave Go Ahead Eagles to join Saint-Etienne. Heppenhuis reported that the Danish midfielder was not present at Go Ahead Eagles training as he was on his way to France to finalise a deal with Saint-Etienne in the second tier of French football. It is certainly a blow for Go Ahead Eagles to lose a player of Breum’s talents, while for Saint-Etienne, the 22-year-old s
  
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• Barça do not want Raphinha to play in the Copa again, says paper

  02-07-2026 18:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barça do not want Raphinha to play in the Copa again, says paperAlthough he has already returned to training on the pitch, forward Raphinha is not expected to bolster the Brazilian national team in the next stages of the 2026 World Cup.And the striker’s availability is precisely a point of disagreement between Brazil and Barcelona.According to information from the Spanish newspaper As, the coaching staff is working on the expectation of using him only in a possible semifinal, while
  
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• Rangers have 'more work to do' amid Ferguson links

  02-07-2026 18:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Derek McInnes refused to be drawn on links with a move for Scotland midfielder Lewis Ferguson but indicated "there's still more work to do" after Rangers made five signings this summer.Lawrence Shankland was recruited from Hearts before McInnes was appointed Rangers manager and Ben Godfrey, Ross McCrorie, Dan Neil and Ivor Pandur have arrived since.McInnes has been credited with an interest in bringing Bologna captain Ferguson, whom he worked with Aberdeen, to Ibrox."All I want to do is bring pl
  
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• Celtic's lack of signings stretches fan patience

  02-07-2026 18:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic fans' patience is being tested to the limit as new signings remain conspicuous by their absence.The club heralded another new strip on Thursday morning - the 'stadium range' is their third kit release of the summer - and the comments from supporters on social media were predictably pointed in clamouring for fresh faces.Interim chairman Brian Wilson's vow three weeks ago, shortly after Martin O'Neill's confirmation as permanent boss, that Celtic were primed to be "very active" with their r
  
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• 🚨 Official: River seal Lucas Beltrán loan until 2027

  02-07-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: River seal Lucas Beltrán loan until 2027River Plate confirmed this Thursday the signing of Lucas Beltrán until June 30, 2027, on loan with an obligation to buy. 
  Beltrán will immediately join first-team training, with the squad currently in Alicante. There he will work under Eduardo Coudet, the Argentine side’s head coach.The forward’s arrival strengthens River’s attacking line ahead of the upcoming fixtures. His signing comes durin
  
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• Swindon sign Hull defender Debayo on loan

  02-07-2026 18:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Swindon Town have signed defender James Debayo on a season-long loan deal from Premier League side Hull City.The 20-year-old defender came through the youth ranks at Leeds United, makingtwo appearances for their first team during the 2024-2025 season.After leaving Leeds in the summer of 2025, Debayo signed for Hull in January playing for their under-21s side and featuring in two first-team matchday squads."I'm just grateful to the manager (Ian Holloway) for bringing me in, and hopefully I can re
  
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• Why Spurs' statement spending appears set to continue

  02-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roberto de Zerbi helped Tottenham survive relegation with three wins and two draws from seven games [Getty Images]After flirting with relegation in the past two seasons, Tottenham have made a statement of intent.They are set to break their club-record transfer fee for the second time in a matter of days, taking their summer spending to £237m - their previous biggest outlay across one season is £235.8m (2023-24) - and there could be more to come.Spurs' owners are determined to turn th
  
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• Venezia sign Correia and down to final details for Rrahmani at €9.5m

  02-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Venezia sign Correia and down to final details for Rrahmani at €9.5mVenezia are busy on the market, officially signing Thierry Rendall Correia from Valencia and close to a €9.5m deal with Sparta Prague striker Albion Rrahmani, while Gaetano Oristanio is going to Torino.The Lagunari won the Serie B title last season and secured their automatic promotion into the top flight.Venezia add to promoted squadOVIEDO, SPAIN – MARCH 14: Thierry Correia of Valencia CF duels for the ball with
  
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• U19 EURO: Italy held by Croatia in disappointing stalemate

  02-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  U19 EURO: Italy held by Croatia in disappointing stalemateItaly’s hopes of securing a semi-final berth at the European Under-19 Championship took a hit with today’s 0-0 draw against Croatia, so now they must beat Ukraine.The Azzurrini had a strong start to the tournament in Wales, beating Serbia 2-0 in the opening fixture with a Mattia Liberali penalty and Jamal Iddrissou strike.CAERNARFON, WALES – JUNE 29: Mattia Liberali of Italy celebrates scoring his team’s first goal
  
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• Roma talent El Aynaoui targeted by Manchester United and Liverpool

  02-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma talent El Aynaoui targeted by Manchester United and LiverpoolRoma midfielder Neil El Aynaoui has impressed for Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, reportedly catching the eye of Liverpool and Manchester United.Today is the midfielder’s 25th birthday and he is celebrating it by participating with his country at the World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico.ROME, ITALY – NOVEMBER 27: Neil El Aynaoui of AS Roma celebrates with his teammate after scoring the opening goal during the UEFA Eu
  
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• Report: Roma have agreement with Italy talent Tresoldi but need to sell Dovbyk

  02-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Roma have agreement with Italy talent Tresoldi but need to sell DovbykThursday’s reports claim that there is a basic agreement in place between Roma and Italian-born striker Nicolo Tresoldi, but that the Giallorossi need to sell Artem Dovbyk before they are able to match Club Brugge’s demands for the 21-year-old.Report: Roma have Tresoldi agreement but face uphill battle with Club BruggeGian Piero Gasperini is hoping to strengthen his attack ahead of the 2025-26 campaign and
  
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• Report Como will swoop for Aston Villa member of staff

  02-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Como will swoop for Aston Villa member of staffComo are not just busy reinforcing the squad with players, but also reportedly swooping for Individual Performance Coach Antonio Rodriguez Saravia, who has left Aston Villa.The Lariani were in Serie B just over two years ago, yet are now preparing for their first ever Champions League campaign after finishing fourth in Serie A and reaching the Coppa Italia semi-finals.Como add more support for FabregasMILAN, ITALY – APRIL 21: Como 1907
  
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• Real Madrid set for financial boost as former striker closes Bournemouth move

  02-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid set for financial boost as former striker closes Bournemouth moveDespite having obtained Ibrahima Konate and Bernardo Silva on free transfers, Real Madrid have still spent quite a lot of money to sign their four new players. Marc Cucurella cost them €55 million in initial fixed fees, and they might have to pay another €5 million for him in variables. Furthermore, Denzel Dumfries’ release clause of €20 million will be paid this month. In addition to that, the Mere
  
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• Real Madrid offer Eduardo Camavinga to Premier League giants

  02-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid offer Eduardo Camavinga to Premier League giantsReal Madrid are going to go through a significant squad rebuild this summer, and for this purpose, have already signed four new players. Going forward, they are looking to lighten up their squad a bit by completing some exit operations, so they can make room in the team for even more signings.So far, three players who were a part of the Merengue team last season have already left, i.e., Dani Carvajal, David Alaba, and Dani Ceballos. The
  
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• Premier League clubs interested in Japan's Nakamura

  02-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nakamura scored against Netherlands [Getty Images]Keito Nakamura has attracted interest from Premier League clubs including Everton, Bournemouth and Fulham with his impressive performances for Japan at the World Cup.The 26-year-old winger has an agreement in place with his French side Stade Reims that would allow him to leave for a suitable fee - understood to be about £21.5m - after the club failed to win promotion to Ligue 1 last season.Everton and Bournemouth have asked what it might ta
  
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• Di Gregorio: ‘I have great respect for my Juventus teammates’ after agent insults

  02-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Di Gregorio: ‘I have great respect for my Juventus teammates’ after agent insultsMichele Di Gregorio is desperately trying to calm the waters after his agent’s vicious attack on Juventus. ‘I have great admiration and respect for my teammates.’The shot-stopper has been put on the market this summer and the club is seeking at least one replacement, potentially two if Mattia Perin also leaves.His agent lashed out angrily at the Bianconeri directors on Instagram Stories
  
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• Chukwueze rejected Trabzonspor at €15m and has Milan belief

  02-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chukwueze rejected Trabzonspor at €15m and has Milan beliefSamuel Chukwueze returned to Milan after a loan spell at Fulham and is reportedly determined to convince Ruben Amorim, rejecting a €15m move to Trabzonspor.The striker has struggled to make his mark at San Siro since the €21.1m plus up to €7m in add-ons move from Villarreal in the summer of 2023.Chukwueze wants new Milan chanceSamuel Chukwueze of Fulham celebrates scoring his team’s fourth goal during the Premie
  
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• Bastoni under investigation, but Calafiori and Maldini can be called as witnesses

  02-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bastoni under investigation, but Calafiori and Maldini can be called as witnessesWhile Alessandro Bastoni is the only player currently under investigation in the underage prostitution scandal, others like Riccardo Calafiori of Arsenal, Daniel Maldini and Kevin Bonifazi will be interviewed as witnesses.Inter defender Bastoni was formally told he was under investigation this week as part of a wider probe into alleged underage prostitution.This is part of the focus on an events company in Milan tha
  
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• Barcelona confirm return to La Liga’s 1:1 Fair Play rule

  02-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona confirm return to La Liga’s 1:1 Fair Play ruleBarcelona may not have been as active as Real Madrid in the transfer market so far, but they appear to have done just enough to operate freely in the market. According toMundo Deportivo, Barcelona have confirmed that they have returned to La Liga’s 1:1 Financial Fair Play rule.This puts an end to a lengthy period during which Barça were not able to spend freely in the market.What does this mean?In simple terms, it means t
  
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• Former West Ham and Borussia Dortmund striker set to depart Utrecht for Japanese adventure

  02-07-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former West Ham and Borussia Dortmund striker set to depart Utrecht for Japanese adventureFormer West Ham and Borussia Dortmund striker Sebastien Haller is, according to Rudy Galetti, set for a new challenge. Galetti is reporting that the former West Ham man will be leaving Utrecht and heading east to play in the J League. Haller, who spent last season with Utrecht, will leave Europe and sign for a year with Sanfrecce Hiroshima, with the sides agreeing to add an option for a further year.Haller
  
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• Cobblers sign midfielder Briggs on loan from Leicester

  02-07-2026 17:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Logan Briggs is yet to make a senior appearance for Leicester City [Getty Images]Northampton Town have signed Leicester City midfielder Logan Briggs on a season-long loan after the 21-year-old agreed a new deal with his parent club.The Wales Under-21 international has been with the Foxes for the entirety of his career but is yet to make a first-team appearance.Briggs, who was born in Northampton, was Leicester's academy player of the year for the 2023-24 season although the club have not disclos
  
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• Shrewsbury seal fifth summer signing as Price returns

  02-07-2026 17:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jack Price spent a period of the 2023-24 season at hometown club Shrewsbury Town [Getty Images]Midfielder Jack Price has returned to his hometown club Shrewsbury Town for a second spell.The League Two outfit, who were steered away from relegation by Gavin Cowan last season, had Price on their books in 2024.He then moved to National League side Brackley, where he first worked with Cowan.Price, 33, made 115 appearances for Wolverhampton Wanderers between 2011 and 2018, during which time he played
  
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• Manchester City make transfer progress in bid to sign new first-team goalkeeper

  02-07-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City make transfer progress in bid to sign new first-team goalkeeperManchester City are pushing to finalise a deal for former Academy goalkeeper Pierce Charles from Sheffield Wednesday.This move comes amid a sequence of change in the Etihad’s goalkeeping hierarchy.The arrival of the 20-year-old Northern Ireland international is likely to be designed at directly covering the anticipated departure of James Trafford.Hugo Viana and Manchester City are pursuing a deal for former Acad
  
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