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• Keeper Long completes permanent Southampton switch

  08-06-2026 19:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  George Long made one appearance last season for Southampton [Getty Images]Southampton have signed Norwich City goalkeeper George Long on a permanent deal.The 32-year-old has agreed a two-year contract at St Mary's, having spent last season on loan with Saints.Long spent the season as cover for Alex McCarthy, Gavin Bazunu and Daniel Peretz.His only appearance came in Southampton's FA Cup fourth-round win over Leicester City.Long has played more than 300 games in a career that has taken in clubs i
  
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• Brest’s Daouda Guindo to join Reims

  09-06-2026 11:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brest’s Daouda Guindo to join ReimsDaouda Guindo (23) is set to join Ligue 2 side Stade de Reims on a free transfer, as per a report from Onze Mondial.Guindo joined Stade Brestois last summer following the expiry of his contract at Austrian club Red Bull Salzburg. The Malian signed a one-year deal with Les Ty-Zéfs. Over the course of the season, he made 26 appearances in all competitions, 25 of which came in Ligue 1. In that time, he netted once and registered one ass
  
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• Iran says entire ticket allocation for World Cup withdrawn days before tournament

  09-06-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Iran's ​football federation (FFIRI) said on Tuesday that its ⁠ticket allocation for the World Cup has been pulled ⁠just ​days before ⁠football's global showpiece kicks ⁠off.This leaves supporters ​who ⁠had already ‌made travel plans unable to ‌attend their team's ‌matches, with the FFIRI calling it a decision “to sabotage the presence of Iranian fans” at the tournament. “This is despite the fact that ⁠many Ira
  
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• 💶 Real Madrid renew Emirates sponsorship until 2031

  09-06-2026 11:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💶 Real Madrid renew Emirates sponsorship until 2031Real Madrid and Emirates have reached a final agreement to renew their strategic partnership. As a result, the world’s largest international airline will continue as the club’s main sponsor until 2031, strengthening a business relationship that will span nearly two decades of shared success.The relationship between the two entities began in 2011, although it was not until 2013 that the airline became the main sponsor. With th
  
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• The unique World Cup club that illuminates Edin Dzeko’s enduring quality

  09-06-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A finisher has a different kind of finish on his mind. “Sometimes there is an end for all of us,” mused Edin Dzeko. “Maybe mine is coming soon.”Dzeko has scored more than 450 goals and won almost 150 caps in a career that has taken him from his teenage years into his forties. He thought he would have been finished before now. His longevity has surprised even him.And now, perhaps, for a few weeks that might mean as much as anything else he has achieved. Dzeko was born in t
  
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• Greenwood says ‘yes’ to Roma but Giallorossi face uphill battle with Marseille

  09-06-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Greenwood says ‘yes’ to Roma but Giallorossi face uphill battle with MarseilleReports in Italy claim that former Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood has said ‘yes’ to the idea of joining Roma this summer, but the Giallorossi face an uphill battle in negotiations with his current employers in Marseille.Greenwood willing to join Roma, Marseille want €55mThe controversial 24-year-old is expected to leave Marseille during the summer transfer window after spending t
  
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• Arsenal’s William Saliba: ‘Everyone takes long throws, everyone takes corners, it’s just that we do it better than the others.’

  09-06-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal’s William Saliba: ‘Everyone takes long throws, everyone takes corners, it’s just that we do it better than the others.’Arsenal’s play-style has come in for some serious criticism this season, perhaps even more so due to the way that the season concluded. In the final game of the club season, Arsenal came up against Paris Saint-Germain in the final of the UEFA Champions League. It was billed as a contrast of styles – beauty and the beast. PSG&rsquo
  
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• Arsenal in talks to sell winger

  09-06-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal in talks to sell wingerBesiktas are said to have spoken to Arsenal and Trossard’s representatives, while Newcastle and Aston Villa have also been linked with the 31-year-old.Photo by Carl Recine/Getty ImagesArsenal are expected to let at least one of their left wingers leave this summer, with talks reportedly already under way over a possible move for Leandro Trossard.The report, carried by Metro, states both that Arsenal are in “talks” to sell Trossard and that they ar
  
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• Crespo on Messi, returning to England and life as a manager

  09-06-2026 11:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hernan Crespo has won trophies as a manager in Argentina, Brazil, Qatar and the UAE [Getty Images]"You probably remember me with long hair," Hernan Crespo jokes - but it is clear this is the same striker who was once feared across Europe.Now a manager, Crespo, 50, bases his coaching on scoring goals, passion and intensity - in what feels like a tribute to his playing career. It is something he hopes can take him back to the top level of European football."I played in all the great events - three
  
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• Report: Tottenham Hotspur pushing hard to sign Premier League star in £60m move

  09-06-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Tottenham Hotspur pushing hard to sign Premier League star in £60m moveTottenham Push for Savinho as Ambitious Rebuild ContinuesSavinho Talks Signal Spurs IntentTottenham’s pursuit of Savinho underlines the scale of ambition driving the club this summer. According to the Daily Mail, Spurs are advancing in negotiations over a deal worth around £60 million for the Manchester City winger, a player long admired in north London.“Tottenham are advancing in talks over a
  
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• Oliver Glasner closing in on AC Milan move with new round of talks scheduled

  09-06-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Oliver Glasner closing in on AC Milan move with new round of talks scheduledFormer Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner is closing in on becoming AC Milan’s next manager with a new round of talks scheduled.According to Calciomercato, negotiations between Milan and the Austrian manager are moving in a positive direction, so a deal could be finalised in the coming days.Glasner is the leading candidate to take charge at San Siro Stadium, following the acrimonious departure of ex-manager Mass
  
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• AC MILAN WILL TAKE ON CELTIC AND MANCHESTER UNITED IN SUMMER 2026

  09-06-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  AC MILAN WILL TAKE ON CELTIC AND MANCHESTER UNITED IN SUMMER 2026AC Milan will take on Celtic and Manchester United in two overseas friendlies this summer as part of the Men's First Team's pre-season preparations for 2026/27.The first game, ahead of our pre-season tour to Australia and Indonesia, will take place at Parkhead in Glasgow when we take on Celtic on Saturday 25 July.Once we're back from our tour on Saturday 15 August, the Rossoneri travel to the Tarczyński Arena in Wrocł
  
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• 📲 Série B Tuesday, Argentina friendlies, Brazil women + more

  09-06-2026 10:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📲 Série B Tuesday, Argentina friendlies, Brazil women + moreToday's Highlights 🔥Serie B19:00 – Ponte Preta vs Cuiabá – ESPN, Disney+ Premium
  19:00 – Nautico vs Fortaleza – SporTV, Premiere
  International Friendlies14:00 – Hungary vs Kazakhstan – SporTV15:00 – Azerbaijan vs San Marino – SporTV 221:30 – Brazil Women vs United States Women – SporTV, Rede Globo, Ge TV
  22:00 – Argentina vs Iceland – C
  
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• Today’s Papers: Spalletti’s Juventus rebuild, Greenwood yes for Roma

  09-06-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers: Spalletti’s Juventus rebuild, Greenwood yes for RomaLa Gazzetta dello SportJuve go with Diaz Time for hits, Spalletti will have a new attackNegotiating for Brahim and seeing Sorloth. Dibu MArtinez opens the doorGlasner wants Milan No to the Feyenoord job, waiting for the Diavolo (like Rangnick)Palestra ready for pre-season, Inter relaunch: 45 million Atalanta thinking about SavonaCorriere dello SportSpalletti’s building site Juve change face:
  
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• Glasner turns down Feyenoord opportunity while waiting for Milan decision

  09-06-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Glasner turns down Feyenoord opportunity while waiting for Milan decisionReports in Italy claim that Oliver Glasner has turned down the opportunity to take over as head coach of Eredivisie side Feyenoord as he waits for Milan to make their final decision on a replacement for Massimiliano Allegri.Glasner still waiting for Milan decision, turns down  Feyenoord approachGlasner is among the leading candidates to replace Allegri in Milan following the departure of the previous head coach along w
  
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• Alexandre Dujeux set to be named Lorient manager

  09-06-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alexandre Dujeux set to be named Lorient managerFC Lorient look to have found the successor to Olivier Pantaloni. As per a report from L’Équipe, former SCO Angers manager Alexandre Dujeux is set to be appointed as the club’s new manager. Pantaloni excelled in the role at the Moustoir. Having returned the club to Ligue 1 at the first time of asking, he then led them to a mid-table finish last season. Despite exceeding expectations, he did not renew his expiring d
  
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• Rhiannon Roberts column: Happy to be home and aiming high

  09-06-2026 10:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [FAW]In her latest BBC Sport column, Rhiannon Roberts looks back on Wales' nightmare journey to Montenegro - and explains why Rhian Wilkinson's squad are happy to be back home for the final game of their Women's World Cup qualifying group, against the Czech Republic on Tuesday.Our journey to Montenegro was not one which will be forgotten in a hurry.But even as we hit the storm which eventually led to our flight being diverted, I think the players were quite calm.It was disappointing, of course,
  
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• Wolves’ Marshall Munetsi unlikely to remain at Paris FC

  09-06-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wolves’ Marshall Munetsi unlikely to remain at Paris FCMarshall Munetsi (29) enjoyed a fruitful loan spell at Paris FC during the second half of last season, but according to a report from Le Parisien,he is unlikely to remain in the French capital beyond the summer. Having struggled at Wolverhampton Wanderers, Munetsi arrived at Paris FC back in January. In 16 appearances, he scored four goals and registered two assists. His performances helped lift Les Parisiens out of
  
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• Real Madrid cool interest in Spanish midfielder as Florentino Perez changes transfer plan

  09-06-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid cool interest in Spanish midfielder as Florentino Perez changes transfer planFor much of the past few months, Rodri’s name has repeatedly surfaced whenever discussions turned to Real Madrid’s midfield plans. The Manchester City star seemed like an obvious fit on paper, but as the summer transfer window looms, the reality appears very different.According to Guillermo Rai of The Athletic, Rodri is no longer considered one of Real Madrid’s leading midfield targets
  
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• Inter Milan threaten Barcelona’s pursuit of versatile Juventus defender

  09-06-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter Milan threaten Barcelona’s pursuit of versatile Juventus defenderBarcelona’s search for defensive reinforcements could become significantly more complicated after a new contender emerged in the race for one of the club’s preferred targets.The Catalans are expected to review several areas of the squad this summer, with the full-back department remaining one of the biggest talking points internally. While much of the attention has focused on attacking additions, the cl
  
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• João Neves and Vitinha considered ‘untouchable’ at PSG

  09-06-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  João Neves and Vitinha considered ‘untouchable’ at PSGAmid the presidential race at Real Madrid, doubts began to emerge about the futures of two of Paris Saint-Germain’s most important players: João Neves (21) and Vitinha (26). However, it is Fabrizio Romano’s understanding that neither will depart this summer. Neves and Vitinha have become key players for PSG. The former is utilised largely in the UEFA Champions League (14 matches, two g
  
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• Eredivisie players at the 2026 World Cup: Defenders

  09-06-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eredivisie players at the 2026 World Cup: DefendersThe 2026 World Cup kicks off this week, and there are plenty of Eredivisie players heading over for the tournament. Yesterday we had a look at the two goalkeepers, so today we will look at the defenders.Ko Itakura – JapanAjax are providing Japan with two defenders for the tournament. Ko Itakura joined Ajax in August from Borussia Monchengladbach and played 26 games this season, scoring one goal. The 29-year-old central defender has played
  
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• Play BBC Sport's new World Cup predictor game

  09-06-2026 10:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Forty-eight teams, 104 matches - and you can predict them all across the BBC Sport website and app.A new predictor game is being introduced to cover this year's World Cup, allowing users to pick what they think will be the result from every match.The new game also features streaks, so make sure to check in each day and make your predictions.PLAY WORLD CUP PREDICTOR HEREPlayers will also have the chance to enter a prize draw to win an official World Cup football signed by members of the BBC
  
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• Fans like Mitoma - but would going for ex-De Zerbi players show 'weakness'?

  09-06-2026 10:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on which players boss Roberto de Zerbi has worked with before you would like to see Tottenham target as the club look to close a deal for Jan Paul van Hecke, his former defender at Brighton.Here are some of your comments:David: I like the idea of a chunk of our defence being from the Netherlands. So yes to Van Hecke and Bart Verbruggen to complement Micky van de Ven. I remember a time not long ago when our Belgian duo, Toby Alderweireld and Jan Vertongh
  
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• From Brazil: Manchester City enter ‘intense’ European royal rumble for Ronaldinho 2.0

  09-06-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From Brazil: Manchester City enter ‘intense’ European royal rumble for Ronaldinho 2.0Brazilian wonderkid Kaua Pavuna has been described as one of the best players in his generationMan City, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Arsenal & Man United all monitoring 15-year-old playmakerAn intense race is said to be underway for teenage talent likened to Brazil legend RonaldinhoManchester City are hopeful over beating some of Europe’s biggest clubs to the signature of 15-year-old wonderkid
  
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• Mason Greenwood agrees to Roma move

  09-06-2026 10:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mason Greenwood agrees to Roma moveMason Greenwood (24) has reached an agreement on personal terms with AS Roma, as per a report from Corriere dello Sport. Greenwood is being heavily linked with a move away from Olympique de Marseille. The club are needing to raise funds amid fears of exclusion from next season’s UEFA Europa League. La Provence understands that the former Manchester United forward has already returned the keys to his house in Aix. Fenerbahce have b
  
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• 🚨 Lyon and Monaco unveil their new home shirts!

  09-06-2026 10:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Lyon and Monaco unveil their new home shirts!A beautiful jersey showdown!This Wednesday morning, not one but two Ligue 1 heavyweights decided to unveil their home kits for next season.OL were the first to reveal their new strip, once again made by Adidas. The big new feature is the return of the blue sleeves, which, as the Lyon club pointed out, are back for the first time in 30 years.Adidas Football & OLAt the same time, AS Monaco unveiled their new home shirt. Without any major r
  
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• Real Madrid’s mystery €150 million transfer plan has Europe’s biggest clubs worried – report

  09-06-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid’s mystery €150 million transfer plan has Europe’s biggest clubs worried – reportFew transfer stories have generated as much intrigue in recent days as Florentino Perez’s promise of a historic summer move.With Real Madrid already making significant changes to the squad and Jose Mourinho preparing to lead a new era at the Santiago Bernabeu, attention has now shifted towards what could become the biggest transfer operation in the club’s history.In fact
  
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• Official: Barcelona secure future of highly-rated La Masia defensive gem

  09-06-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Barcelona secure future of highly-rated La Masia defensive gemBarcelona’s commitment to protecting the future of La Masia remains stronger than ever, and the latest contract renewal is another sign of the club’s confidence in its next generation of talent.The Catalan giants have officially secured the future of Luca Perez, one of the most promising young defenders emerging from the academy. The 16-year-old centre-back has signed his first professional contract with Bar
  
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• Liverpool star scores twice on international duty

  09-06-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star scores twice on international dutyGakpo Scores Twice as Netherlands Prepare for World CupLiverpool forward Cody Gakpo delivered a timely reminder of his quality as he scored twice in the Netherlands’ 2-1 victory over Uzbekistan in New York.Calm Finish From Liverpool StarWith the World Cup now on the horizon, Gakpo stepped up when it mattered most. The Liverpool attacker converted a first half penalty to give the Netherlands a 1-0 lead and looked set to be the difference betw
  
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