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• Lightning, hotel security and spying - issues England face in Mexico

  04-07-2026 13:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England were booed as they arrived at their hotel to prepare for their World Cup last-16 game against Mexico - but that will be far from their main issue in Mexico City.The Three Lions face the tournament co-hosts on Sunday (01:00 BST, Monday), a match which will be shown live on BBC One and iPlayer.There is increased security at England's hotel after Ecuador, whom Mexico played in the last 32 in Mexico City, lodged a noise complaint with Fifa.And Thomas Tuchel's side face further threats from t
  
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• Manchester City academy talent makes permanent move to Cardiff City

  04-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City academy talent makes permanent move to Cardiff CityMan City academy player Cass Machin has joined Cardiff City on a permanent deal this summerThe midfielder featured in Man City’s U16 squad last seasonMachin is expected to be a part of Cardiff City’s U18 squad for the 2026-27 campaignManchester City academy star Cass Machin has completed a permanent move to Cardiff City ahead of the 2026-27 season.Reports in May anticipated the 16-year-old’s transfer to Cardiff
  
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• Liverpool Are Eyeing A Move For This Bundesliga Playmaker: Should Iraola Launch A Move For Him?

  04-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Eyeing A Move For This Bundesliga Playmaker: Should Iraola Launch A Move For Him?In a recent report, Fichajes stated that Liverpool are eyeing a move for Bayer 04 Leverkusen playmaker Malik Tillman. It has been claimed that the Reds are showing interest in recruiting the United States talent in this transfer window.Tillman’s Impressive Form In The BundesligaTillman enjoyed a decent campaign at the German club as he put in a few eye-catching displays for them in the final thir
  
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• World Cup 2026: Morocco reaches quarterfinals again after second-half goals sink Canada

  04-07-2026 21:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morocco has reached the quarterfinals for the second straight World Cup after knocking off co-hosts Canada 3-0 in Houston on Saturday.In a match that featured a spicy first half that saw more yellow cards (6) than shots (5), Canada had the better of the play over the opening 45 minutes but were unable to score. With the match goalless at halftime, an opportunity was there for Morocco.The breakthrough for the Atlas Lions would come in the 50th minute and ended up being more than enough to get pas
  
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• Morocco win and become the first side into the Copa quarter-finals 🎥

  04-07-2026 21:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morocco win and become the first side into the Copa quarter-finals 🎥Morocco are the first team to qualify for the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.The spot was secured this Saturday (4) after a 2-0 win over Canada in a match played in Houston.Azzedine Ounahi was the standout player, scoring the first two goals of the match, both in the second half. In stoppage time, Rahimi sealed the result.Watch the match highlights below:
  In the next round, Morocco will face the winner of the match be
  
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• Mbokazi agent confirms ‘Napoli strong interest’ in Chicago Fire and South Africa talent

  04-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mbokazi agent confirms ‘Napoli strong interest’ in Chicago Fire and South Africa talentThe agent representing South Africa international defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi confirms ‘there is strong interest from Napoli’ for the Chicago Fire player.The centre-back will not turn 21 until September, but impressed for his country at the 2026 World Cup and has already amassed 14 senior caps for South Africa.MLS club Chicago Fire purchased him from Orlando Pirates in January 2026 for &
  
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• 🚨 Anthony Taylor to referee Portugal v Spain last-16 tie in Dallas

  04-07-2026 20:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Anthony Taylor to referee Portugal v Spain last-16 tie in DallasEnglishman Anthony Taylor, a Premier League referee since 2010-11 and a FIFA international since 2013, will officiate Portugal vs. Spain on July 6 in Dallas. The match corresponds to the Round of 16 of the World Cup.It will be his third match of the tournament after refereeing Uzbekistan vs. Colombia and Senegal vs. Iraq. He will be assisted by his fellow countrymen Gary Beswick and Adam Nunn, with Germans Felix Zwayer and
  
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• Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Jude Bellingham: How Fifa’s bewildering World Cup award has distorted reality

  04-07-2026 20:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It was a picture that left a thousand words unsaid. Had Casemiro, smiling widely with both hands on the trophy, been covered in Jude Bellingham’s honesty cloak, the post-match interview may have seen the Brazil midfielder explain why he did not deserve the gong.He was neither the first nor last peculiar selection for the ‘Superior Player of the Match’ at this World Cup 2026 but the decision to place him on a pedestal after Monday’s anxious, unconvincing win against Japan
  
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• Luka Modric edging closer to AC Milan stay than Real Madrid return – report

  04-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luka Modric edging closer to AC Milan stay than Real Madrid return – reportAccording to reports in Italy, as relayed by Mundo Deportivo, Luka Modric appears increasingly likely to remain at AC Milan for another season. The Croatian veteran is leaning towards extending his playing career with the Rossoneri rather than returning to Real Madrid in a non-playing capacity.The 40-year-old has yet to announce a final decision, but optimism is growing in Milan that he will continue in Serie A.Mila
  
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• Why England won't fear Mexico or the Azteca - Shearer

  04-07-2026 20:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]I've heard a lot of talk about the difficult conditions England will face at the Azteca Stadium - but I don't think the players will be worried about any of that.Instead of having any fear about the different tests they face, they will just be thinking 'bring it on'. I know I would be.All the talk stops when they run out anyway, and if they play the game rather than the occasion then I think they will win.Yes, it's going to be tough, because of the altitude and the atmosphere and everything
  
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• Arsenal Are Ready To Move In For This La Liga Speedster: Should Arteta Go For Him?

  04-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Are Ready To Move In For This La Liga Speedster: Should Arteta Go For Him?In a recent report, Fichajes claimed that Arsenal are ready to move in for Athletic Bilbao speedster Nico Williams. It has been mentioned that the Gunners are eyeing a €90m move to sign the Spanish winger in this transfer window.Williams’ Impressive Form In La LigaWilliams enjoyed a good run of form at the Spanish club as he put in a string of impressive performances for them in the final third. The 23-y
  
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• Nuno Mendes welcomes Lamine Yamal showdown ahead of Spain vs Portugal: ‘A player of great quality’

  04-07-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nuno Mendes welcomes Lamine Yamal showdown ahead of Spain vs Portugal: ‘A player of great quality’Spain and Portugal will meet on Monday in the World Cup Round of 16, with one of the most anticipated individual battles set to take place between Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal and PSG defender Nuno Mendes.The clash pits one of the world’s most exciting wingers against one of the game’s finest left-backs, adding another layer of intrigue to an already highly anticipated kn
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool stance on player who Arne Slot loved

  04-07-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool stance on player who Arne Slot lovedFabrizio Romano is the guru of transfers with the Italian journalist rarely ever getting any information he has about Liverpool wrong. The Reds are clearly gearing themselves up for wholesale changes this summer after their fifth-place finish in the Premier League last season.Indeed, they still qualified for the Champions League by the skin of their teeth but, for a team of the Reds' quality, they should be cruising past most
  
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• When does USA Soccer play next? 2026 USMNT World Cup schedule, how to watch, odds vs Belgium

  04-07-2026 20:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The USA men's national team is onto the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup on home soil, as they face Belgium, and are just one win away from their first quarterfinal appearance in 24 years.The Yanks reached the quarters in 2002, beating Mexico in the Round of 16 before a controversial loss to Germany took them out of the picture before the semifinal stage.MORE — World Cup daily scheduleMauricio Pochettino's side now face a talented group of veterans as Belgium stand in their way of re
  
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• Rangers Launch €4.5m Bid For 19-Year-Old Midfielder: Right Or Wrong Decision?

  04-07-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers Launch €4.5m Bid For 19-Year-Old Midfielder: Right Or Wrong Decision?The transfer window does not care about your long-term project. It wants cash, it wants drama, and right now, it wants to split up Belgrade’s finest double act.Rangers launch €4.5m bid for Partizan star, but Ibrox must tread carefullyReports from Mozzart Sport suggest a formal written offer from Glasgow Rangers has dropped straight onto the doormat at Humska 1 for Ognjen Ugrešić. The numbers?
  
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• Douglas Luiz set for new Juventus lease of life under Luciano Spalletti

  04-07-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Douglas Luiz set for new Juventus lease of life under Luciano SpallettiAccording to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Luciano Spalletti wants to give Douglas Luiz a fresh start at Juventus by deploying him as a regista, a deep-lying playmaker role similar to how Stanislav Lobotka operated in his Napoli side. The manager wants to test the Brazilian midfielder in this position before the pre-season friendlies begin.This tactical experiment is further influenced by Juventus’s failure to qualify for th
  
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• Bennacer signs with new agency in hope to get off Milan books

  04-07-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bennacer signs with new agency in hope to get off Milan booksIsmael Bennacer is still on the Milan books after the Dinamo Zagreb loan, but is taking matters into his own hands to find a new club this summer.The Algeria international had been a big investment when making the transfer to Milan in 2019 for €17.2m from Empoli.His career was at its peak when he suffered a devastating knee injury in May 2023, from which he struggled to fully recover.Bennacer and Milan seek permanent splitepa11804
  
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• Details of Real Madrid’s pre-season plans: Key dates and fixtures

  04-07-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Details of Real Madrid’s pre-season plans: Key dates and fixturesReal Madrid’s biggest stars are in action at the ongoing FIFA World Cup, but those who missed out on national team call-ups, the injured players, and those whose nations did not make the cut are enjoying their vacations ahead of the new season.Their relaxation, however, is time-bound and the deadline is drawing closer as Real Madrid’s pre-season is scheduled to kick off in just over a week.The team’s new man
  
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• Bowie wanted by Sassuolo, Verona double €6m fee in six months from Hibs

  04-07-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bowie wanted by Sassuolo, Verona double €6m fee in six months from HibsScotland international Kieron Bowie is reportedly on the radar of Sassuolo, but Verona want €12m, double the figure they paid to get him from Hibernian.The 23-year-old striker only arrived at the Stadio Bentegodi in January for a fee of €6m.He contributed four goals and one assist in 14 appearances for the club, but the situation was already dire, and it was not enough to prevent their relegation to Serie B.Bow
  
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• Roma add Leizpig’s Romulo to transfer shortlist

  04-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma add Leizpig’s Romulo to transfer shortlistRoma continues to monitor the transfer market for a new backup for Malen.In the last few hours, Romulo has been linked with a move to the capital.According to ASpor, the Giallorossi are also among the clubs interested in the striker, valued by Leipzig at around €50 million. According to the Turkish press, other clubs are also reportedly interested in the 2002-born Brazilian, including Galatasaray, who are reportedly pushing to bring the s
  
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• Cazorla: Arsenal is my home, the door is open for return

  04-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cazorla: Arsenal is my home, the door is open for returnThe Spaniard has repeatedly spoken about a return to north London, with coaching now the most obvious route.Photo by David Rogers/Getty ImagesSanti Cazorla has made no secret of what he would like to do next after announcing his retirement from football this week.The former Arsenal midfielder wants to move into coaching, and, if there is a path back to north London, he has repeatedly made clear that he would welcome it.Cazorla spent six sea
  
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• Man City 'reach agreement' For Leicester City's Jeremy Monga

  04-07-2026 19:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City 'reach agreement' For Leicester City's Jeremy MongaManchester City have already taken a one-nil lead against title rivals Arsenal before a ball has been struck in anger ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season.With new boss Enzo Maresca in, City continue their push to add reinforcements at the Etihad this summer, with the club having now agreed a deal for Leicester City and England youth international star Jeremy Monga.Per The Athletic, City will shell out £12.5million (&po
  
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• 🚨 BREAKING: Man City 'reach agreement' For Leicester City's Jeremy Monga

  04-07-2026 19:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 BREAKING: Man City 'reach agreement' For Leicester City's Jeremy MongaManchester City have already taken a one-nil lead against title rivals Arsenal before a ball has been struck in anger ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season.With new boss Enzo Maresca in, City continue their push to add reinforcements at the Etihad this summer, with the club having now agreed a deal for Leicester City and England youth international star Jeremy Monga.Per The Athletic, City will shell out &po
  
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• Report: Liverpool Target 26 Goal Spanish Attacking Midfielder

  04-07-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool Target 26 Goal Spanish Attacking MidfielderLiverpool Transfer News: Sergio Arribas Interest Makes Sense, But Bigger Questions RemainLiverpool are looking at Sergio Arribas, and on the face of it this is a very logical move. According to IDEAL, the Almeria attacker is firmly on the club’s radar as Andoni Iraola shapes his squad for the new season.There is context here. Iraola has walked into a difficult first transfer window at Anfield, and early setbacks have already arri
  
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• Report Greenwood close to Fenerbahce, who beat Roma offer at nearly €50m

  04-07-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Greenwood close to Fenerbahce, who beat Roma offer at nearly €50mRoma’s hopes of signing Mason Greenwood suffered a blow today with reports Fenerbahce have increased their offer, close to the Olympique Marseille €50m asking price.The Giallorossi have had their heart set on the English player to reinforce their trident attack under coach Gian Piero Gasperini, but it has proved very difficult.Greenwood centre of bidding warMADRID, SPAIN – SEPTEMBER 16: Mason Greenwood
  
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• Man City agree £12.5m deal to sign Jeremy Monga ahead of Arsenal

  04-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City agree £12.5m deal to sign Jeremy Monga ahead of ArsenalManchester City have agreed a £12.5 million deal with Leicester City to sign teenage forward Jeremy Monga, according to The Athletic.City beat competition from Arsenal, who had also explored a move for the 16-year-old before stepping away over valuation concerns.The agreement is understood to be worth £12.5m in total, structured as £10m upfront with another £2.5m in performance-related add-ons and conti
  
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• Forest Target Sets Out Desires For Next Move Amid Spurs Uncertainty

  04-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Forest Target Sets Out Desires For Next Move Amid Spurs UncertaintyLucas Bergvall Future Holds Key to Nottingham Forest Midfield RebuildNottingham Forest’s summer has, in one regard, become beautifully simple. Replace the authority, drive and range of Elliot Anderson, or risk leaving the centre of the pitch exposed. His £116 million move to Manchester City has altered the geometry of Forest’s midfield, and the search for a successor now shapes much of the club’s recruitme
  
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• Liverpool open talks in deal for underappreciated World Cup midfield dynamo

  04-07-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool open talks in deal for underappreciated World Cup midfield dynamoLiverpool could be set to shake up their midfield options this summer. Alexis Mac Allister has reportedly been a target for Real Madrid in recent months while Curtis Jones has slipped into the last 12 months of his deal.If Andoni Iraola loses one - or both - of those midfielders then we can expect to see the outgoing Premier League champions delve into the transfer market for a new option.Among the names mentioned as a po
  
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• 🚑 Morocco and Bayern star goes off injured

  04-07-2026 19:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚑 Morocco and Bayern star goes off injuredA major blow for Morocco.
  Canada and Morocco are contesting the first Round of 16 match of this 2026 World Cup, and the Atlas Lions have been dealt a very tough blow after just 20 minutes of play: the injury-forced exit of their top scorer in the competition, Ismael Saibari.With muscle discomfort, the new Bayern Munich player was replaced by Soufiane Rahimi. 📸 Lars Baron - 2026 Getty ImagesMorocco, a possible future opponent for Fran
  
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• 🚨 Morocco and Bayern star goes off injured

  04-07-2026 19:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Morocco and Bayern star goes off injuredA heavy blow for Morocco.
  Canada and Morocco are contesting the first Round of 16 match of this 2026 World Cup, and the Atlas Lions have been dealt a major blow after just 20 minutes of play: the injury-enforced exit of their top scorer in the tournament, Ismael Saibari.With muscle discomfort, the new Bayern Munich player was replaced by Soufiane Rahimi. 📸 Lars Baron - 2026 Getty ImagesMorocco, a possible future opponent for France,
  
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