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• Leigh centre Hughes given three-game ban

  15-06-2026 15:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leigh Leopards centre Jack Hughes will miss the Super League club's next three matches after picking up a suspension for a Grade E offence.The charge of unnecessary contact with a player who is injured or may be injured occurred in the Leopards' 38-12 win at Bradford Bulls.Hughes, 34, will now miss the trips to Hull KR and Toulouse and the Magic Weekend fixture with Warrington Wolves on 4 July.He is the only player to be banned for incidents in round 14 of the Super League season, with nine othe
  
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• Netherlands And Sweden Walk Into Houston With Group F Already Tilted

  15-06-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Netherlands And Sweden Walk Into Houston With Group F Already TiltedNetherlands vs Sweden arrives on June 20 at Houston Stadium, with Group F already taking shape, with damage and a little suspicion. Sweden has three points after a 5-1 win over Tunisia at Estadio Monterrey on June 14, while the Netherlands has one after twice losing a lead in a 2-2 draw with Japan at Dallas Stadium on the same date. FIFA lists the match as a 12:00 kickoff in Houston and 19:00 kickoffs in Amsterdam and Stockholm,
  
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• Liverpool closing in on historic transfer that will change everything

  15-06-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool closing in on historic transfer that will change everythingLiverpool are reportedly closing in on a transfer from their arch rivals. For much of their history, Everton and Liverpool have shared more than just a city. During the early years, there was a lot of merry-go round between the two clubs.There have been a total of 29 senior-level footballers making the switch between the two clubs.While such moves were once relatively common even in the 1980s and 1990s, the landscape of footbal
  
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• The 40-year-old keeper who inspired Cape Verde's historic debut

  15-06-2026 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As the final whistle rang out around the Atlanta Stadium, the cameras cut to Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha.Tears streamed down the 40-year-old's face as the magnitude of what he had just achieved was starting to sink in.The stands erupted and thousands of Cape Verde supporters, who had carried their team with relentless noise for 90 minutes, celebrated together - hugging, dancing, and relishing the result.On the pitch, players raced towards each other in complete joy. Even the neutrals had been
  
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• 2,500 passes since Spain's last World Cup goal - key stats as Cape Verde stifle group rivals

  15-06-2026 22:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cape Verde stunned Spain by holding the reigning European champions to a goalless draw on their World Cup debut on Monday.Ably supported by a superb defensive display from those in front of him, veteran goalkeeper Vozinha made several excellent saves to preserve a clean sheet and secure a point that few thought possible before kick-off.Here are some of the key statistics from their memorable draw in Atlanta.Vozinha proves World Cup life begins at 40Vozinha, who plays his club football in Portuga
  
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• Jurgen Klopp apologises to Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann over controversial comment: ‘I’m still an idiot’

  15-06-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jurgen Klopp has ​apologised to Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann after a comment over his starting line-up in the World Cup 2026 opener against Curacao sparked controversy. Germany ran out 7-1 winners in the Group E clash, but the former Liverpool manager’s remark provoked widespread debate back home, with the minnows equalising before the heavy rout unfolded.Seen as a possible successor to Nagelsmann, Klopp, featuring on Magenta TV as a pundit, said in Houston: "luckily, Julian Nagels
  
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• Manchester City Winger Is Keen On Joining Tottenham Hotspur: Should De Zerbi Go For Him?

  15-06-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Winger Is Keen On Joining Tottenham Hotspur: Should De Zerbi Go For Him?Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, journalist Pete O’Rourke claimed that Manchester City winger Savinho is keen on joining Tottenham Hotspur this summer. O’Rourke said,“Tottenham are expected to formalise their interest in the Brazilian with an offer in the coming weeks.“Savinho is interested in making a move to North London as well. So there’s a willingness from Tottenham
  
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• Mohamed Salah rises to the occasion as Egypt stun Belgium 👑

  15-06-2026 22:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mohamed Salah rises to the occasion as Egypt stun Belgium 👑In another day of unpredictable World Cup action, Egypt have stunned Belgium with a landmark opener at Seattle Stadium on Monday.
  The goal came 20 minutes into the match as Mohamed Salah picked out Emam Ashour on the edge of the D.With time and space, Ashour took a touch and unleashed a low, powerful strike into the bottom-left corner.It is the 28-year-old's first international goal and Egypt's fastest-ever World Cup goal.Ad
  
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• Why Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella replacement can come from Serie A

  15-06-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella replacement can come from Serie AQuickly enough, Chelsea have confirmed that Marc Cucurella will join Real Madrid in the summer. The deal has gone through rather swiftly, leaving the Blues looking for a replacement for the Spaniard.Now, there is every chance that the required player can come from Serie A.Gianluigi Longari has reported about Chelsea’s interest in Juventus defender Andrea Cambiaso. The Italy international has previously been attracted inter
  
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• Liverpool could cash in on forward after ‘terrible season’

  15-06-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool could cash in on forward after ‘terrible season’Cody Gakpo’s Liverpool Future Under Spotlight as Exit Reports GrowLiverpool’s summer rebuild is expected to focus on arrivals, but during Media Matters on Anfield Index, Dave Davis and Lewis Steele also discussed a name that continues to appear in transfer speculation, Cody Gakpo.While there is no indication that Gakpo has formally pushed for a move away from Anfield, the conversation highlighted why questions are
  
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• 1982 Italy winner Collovati slams Infantino: ‘He should be ashamed, the World Cup is a joke’

  15-06-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  1982 Italy winner Collovati slams Infantino: ‘He should be ashamed, the World Cup is a joke’Fulvio Collovati has launched a fierce attack on FIFA president Gianni Infantino over the expanded 48-team World Cup format, with the 1982 World Cup winner accusing the governing body’s chief of prioritising business over sporting merit and calling on him to show greater respect to Italian football.The former Inter and Milan defender was scathing about both Infantino’s recent comme
  
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• They called him 'Granny.' At 40, Cape Verde's Vozinha just stunned Spain at the World Cup

  15-06-2026 21:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ATLANTA — When Josimar Dias was a young lad growing up in Cape Verde, he loved soccer so much that he'd play with older boys, even though they'd taunt and tease him. They'd push him around, beat him up, and he would respond in the worst way possible: telling them he was going to tattle on them to his grandparents. Naturally, they started calling him "Vozinha," or "granny" in Portuguese. But Josimar dried his tears and, later, decided to claim the nickname as his own. And nobody's laug
  
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• Sunderland Are Big Admirers Of This Serie A Defender: Should Le Bris Move In For Him?

  15-06-2026 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Are Big Admirers Of This Serie A Defender: Should Le Bris Move In For Him?In a recent report, Sunderland Echo stated that Sunderland are big admirers of Bologna defender Emil Holm. It has been stated that the Black Cats are eyeing a move to secure the services of the Swedish talent in this summer transfer window.Holm’s Impressive Loan Spell At JuventusHolm served as an important role player during his loan spell at Juventus last season. However, he missed a lot of games in the p
  
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• Allegri set to be confirmed as Napoli coach this week

  15-06-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Allegri set to be confirmed as Napoli coach this weekMassimiliano Allegri’s appointment as Napoli head coach is expected to be confirmed this week, with all parties working to resolve the final contractual obstacle standing between the coach and his official unveiling at the Maradona.The agreement between Allegri and Napoli has been in place for some time.The delay, as has been well documented, stems entirely from the situation between Allegri and Milan; financial and contractual details f
  
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• One of the best in England is coming to join Liverpool

  15-06-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  One of the best in England is coming to join LiverpoolLiverpool are reportedly signing one of the best players in England. Liverpool are in the middle of a changing of the guard at Anfield. Over the last few years, the club has slowly started moving on from the players who helped deliver some of the greatest moments in its modern history, while also trying to build the foundations for the next successful era.The departures of Sadio Mane, Roberto Firmino and Trent Alexander-Arnold were clear sign
  
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• From Tennessee boarding schools to rural West Virginia: The unlikely homes of World Cup teams

  15-06-2026 21:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Perched precariously on a fence for over three hours, eight-year-old Beckham clutched a handwritten note, his gaze fixed on the horizon in Chattanooga, Tennessee, awaiting the arrival of Spain’s national football team. Addressed to stars Pedri and Lamine Yamal, his message read: "I love you and I look up to you. Thanks for coming to my city. I hope you win the World Cup." As the players finally emerged onto the field, his eyes grew wide. "Dad," he whispered to his father, "they’re re
  
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• Ex-Wolves striker Mir gets eight-year sentence for sexual assault

  15-06-2026 21:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mir made four appearances for Wolves [Getty Images]Former Wolves and Nottingham Forest striker Rafael Mir has been sentenced to eight and a half years in prison after he was found guilty of sexual assault.Mir, 28, and his friend Pablo Jara were both arrested in September 2024 after two women accused them of sexual assault at Mir's home.Mir's lawyer said at the time that the intercourse was consensual and that Mir categorically denied the accusations.In a statement released on Monday, a Valencia
  
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• How Cape Verde pulled off an astonishing and unexpected draw with Spain

  15-06-2026 21:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It may be of scant consolation to Spain that it is far from the first time they entered a World Cupamong the favourites and got an immediate and unpleasant surprise. In 2014, as now, they crossed the Atlantic as reigning European champions. Then they were World Cup holders, too. Their tournament started with a 5-1 evisceration by the Netherlands. An era ended. A dozen years on, Spain at least have a point on the board. But has a draw ever provided a greater shock in the World Cup? If so, not man
  
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• Josko Gvardiol set to extend stay at Manchester City for post-Pep Guardiola era

  15-06-2026 21:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Josko Gvardiol is set to sign a new five-year contract with Manchester City. The Croatia international’s future had been in some doubt amid interest from Real Madrid and Bayern Munich but will commit his future to City. The Spanish club are instead set to sign other defenders, in Marc Cucurella from Chelsea and Ibrahima Konate from Liverpool, while the German champions are expected to bring in left-back Nathaniel Brown from Eintracht Frankfurt.Gvardiol is the most expensive defender in Cit
  
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• World Cup 2026: Christian Pulisic limited in training as USMNT star manages calf injury

  15-06-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  IRVINE, Calif. — Nursing a calf injury that forced him from the U.S. World Cup opener Friday, Christian Pulisic worked on the side instead of joining his teammates for the start of training Monday.U.S. Soccer Federation spokesman Michael Kammarman said Pulisic was doing a “modified training session [and] gym and individual field work.”With four days until the U.S. faces Australia in Seattle — a meeting of Group D’s undefeated teams — the Americans got back to
  
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• Arsenal Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Paris Saint-Germain Winger: Is He Worth The Fight?

  15-06-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Paris Saint-Germain Winger: Is He Worth The Fight?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey claimed that Arsenal are facing stiff competition for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola in this summer transfer period. It is understood that the Gunners would have to rival Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea in the race to land the French speedster this off-season.Barcola’s Impressive Numbers In Ligue 1Barcola managed
  
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• Watch live as Belgium equalise against Egypt in World Cup through Hany own goal

  15-06-2026 21:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Egypt leading Belgium at World Cup - watch live at top of pageBBC Radio 5 Live commentary from Seattle also available via 'watch & listen' tabAshour's 20-yard strike puts Egypt 1-0 up in first halfSalah starts for Egypt, De Bruyne in Belgium side - full team news hereHow to watch the World Cup on BBC | Team-by-team guide | Pundit predictions Watch live as Belgium equalise against Egypt in World Cup through Hany own goal
  
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• Brighton sign defender Costinha from Olympiacos

  15-06-2026 21:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Costinha has played in the Champions League and Europa League for Olympiacos [Getty Images]Brighton have signed Portuguese defender Costinha on a five-year contract from Olympiacos.The Seagulls are understood to have paid about £11m for the 26-year-old right-back.He spent the past two seasons in Greece and previously played for Portuguese club Rio Ave."Costinha is a player we have followed closely for some time," said Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler."He has the defensive capabilities,
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool must pay £60m to sign ‘really talented’ World Cup star

  15-06-2026 21:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool must pay £60m to sign ‘really talented’ World Cup starLiverpool Face Major Investment to Land Ayyoub BouaddiLiverpool’s reported interest in Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi continues to gather momentum, but during Media Matters on Anfield Index, the biggest talking point was not whether the Reds admire the teenager. It was how much they may have to pay to sign him.Speaking with Dave Davis, Lewis Steele suggested Liverpool’s interest is genuine,
  
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• Lewandowski back in Barcelona after Chicago Fire talks as future still undecided

  15-06-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lewandowski back in Barcelona after Chicago Fire talks as future still undecidedWhen Robert Lewandowski announced that he would be leaving Barcelona at the end of the 2025/26 season, it felt like a chapter coming to an end.The Pole may have spent only four seasons at the Catalan club, but the circumstances under which he came and the way he played helped him go down as one of the best number nines to have worn the Blaugrana shirt.Naturally, there is anticipation about where Lewandowski will go n
  
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• Is it 'Madrid or bust' for Fernandez?

  15-06-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Marc Cucurella has officially joined Real Madrid just hours before his opening World Cup game with Spain, raising the question of whether his former Chelsea team-mate Enzo Fernandez follows.Sources in Spain say the agreement progressed rapidly with Chelsea, and a similar scenario could now develop with Fernandez.Much depends on Madrid's willingness to spend a significant fee on the midfielder, who is valued by Chelsea at £120m.It remains unclear how much Chelsea are willing t
  
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• Via LinkedIn to the World Cup & debut at 40! Cape Verde's wild tales

  15-06-2026 21:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Via LinkedIn to the World Cup & debut at 40! Cape Verde's wild talesThe Spaniards could hardly believe it. After more than 90 minutes, the World Cup favorites were still locked at 0-0 against underdogs Cape Verde. Goalkeeper Vozinha and center-back Roberto Lopes played a huge part in this sensation. At 40, the keeper made his World Cup debut and delivered an outstanding performance between the posts against the European champions. At times, the Spaniards were left in despair by the numb
  
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• Via LinkedIn to the World Cup & 40-year-old debutant! Cape Verde's tale

  15-06-2026 21:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Via LinkedIn to the World Cup & 40-year-old debutant! Cape Verde's taleThe Spaniards could hardly believe it. After more than 90 minutes, the score was still 0-0 as World Cup favorites Spain faced underdogs Cape Verde. Goalkeeper Vozinha and center-back Roberto Lopes played a huge part in this sensation. At 40 years old, the goalkeeper made his World Cup debut and delivered an outstanding performance between the posts against the European champions. At times, the Spaniards were left in
  
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• Why Barcelona should refrain from selling versatile forward amid PSG interest

  15-06-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Barcelona should refrain from selling versatile forward amid PSG interestFerran Torres has never been the kind of Barcelona player who dominates the front page for long.He is not Lamine Yamal, the face of Barça. He is not Raphinha, the pace-setter of Hansi Flick’s attack. He is not the superstar No. 9 Barcelona are expected to chase this summer.However, that is exactly why his value to the team can be misunderstood. He is the player who keeps making himself useful and allows the
  
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• Liverpool Are Keeping Tabs On This Ligue 1 Midfielder: One For The Future?

  15-06-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Keeping Tabs On This Ligue 1 Midfielder: One For The Future?In a recent post on X, journalist Santi Aouna stated that Liverpool are keeping tabs on Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. It has been revealed that the Reds are facing competition in the form of Tottenham Hotspur in the race to land the Morocco international this summer.Bouaddi’s Impressive Rise In French FootballBouaddi managed to catch the eye at times with his performances at the centre of Lille’s midfield in
  
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