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• Liverpool sent warning over move for World Cup midfielder

  17-07-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool sent warning over move for World Cup midfielderAyyoub Bouaddi Transfer Latest as Liverpool Monitor Lille MidfielderLiverpool have been watching Ayyoub Bouaddi for some time. That part is clear. The 18-year-old Lille midfielder was already regarded as one of Ligue 1’s standout young prospects, and his displays for Morocco at the World Cup have pushed him into a different bracket altogether.This is now a proper elite-level chase. Liverpool are in it, and so are Chelsea, Paris Saint
  
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• 🫣 Turns out yes, Cruz Azul will play at Estadio Banorte in A2026

  18-07-2026 00:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🫣 Turns out yes, Cruz Azul will play at Estadio Banorte in A2026No, it’s not a joke! In a matter of days, La Máquina left the Estadio Azteca to say they would play at the Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes, but because of the poor quality of the pitch, they announced they would play in Querétaro. 
  But Liga MX being Liga MX, today it announced that Cruz Azul will indeed play at Estadio Banorte 🙃​.The current Liga MX champion still doesn’t have a ho
  
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• Eckersley hat-trick as Wigan sink Huddersfield

  18-07-2026 00:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Betfred Super LeagueHuddersfield (4) 10Tries: Milne, Gagai Goal: FlanaganWigan (10) 24Tries: Partington, Eckersley 3 Goals: Keighran 4Zach Eckersley's hat-trick broke Huddersfield Giants' stiff resistance to send Wigan Warriors up to second and to within two points of the Super League summit.Jim Lenihan's side made a nonsense of the fact they had suffered 11 straight defeats going into the game and threatened to do the league double over the in-form Warriors after pulling off a shock victory at
  
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• 📋 Who takes it? Mirassol and Grêmio named for BR restart

  18-07-2026 00:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Who takes it? Mirassol and Grêmio named for BR restartBrasileirão 2026 is back for Mirassol and Grêmio. They will face off starting at 8 p.m. (Brasília time) this Friday night (17).Maião is the venue for the clash valid for the 19th round of the competition. Bruno Arleu de Araújo (RJ) will referee the match. Premiere will broadcast it.
  📊 Standings situationThe Lions from the countryside are in the bottom four. With 16 point
  
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• Wayne Rooney names only alternative to Thomas Tuchel as England manager

  17-07-2026 23:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wayne Rooney believes Thomas Tuchel should remain as England manager unless the Football Association (FA) can bring in Pep Guardiola.An inquest is under way after England spurned the chance to reach a second ever men’s World Cup final, with their semi-final collapse against rivals Argentina.Tuchel’s position has been widely criticised for his decision-making in Wednesday’s 2-1 loss as England retreated and lost in a manner that became all too familiar on the big occasions under
  
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• 📋 Fluminense and Red Bull Bragantino line-ups confirmed for BR return

  17-07-2026 23:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Fluminense and Red Bull Bragantino line-ups confirmed for BR returnBrasileirão 2026 is back for Fluminense and Red Bull Bragantino.They will face off starting at 8 p.m. (Brasília time) this Friday night (17).The Maracanã will host the clash valid for the 19th round of the competition. Davi de Oliveira Lacerda (ES) will be the referee. SporTV and Premiere will broadcast it.
  📊 Standings situationWith 31 points, Tricolor are in third place.They have
  
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• Lille president hands Man City major Ayyoub Bouaddi transfer blow in press conference

  17-07-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lille president hands Man City major Ayyoub Bouaddi transfer blow in press conferenceLille president Olivier Létang says his “conviction” is that Bouaddi stays for another seasonLétang held talks with Bouaddi after FIFA World Cup return but cannot reveal contentsIt is believed Man City would have no intention of loaning Bouaddi back to Lille after signing himLille president Olivier Létang has publicly stated his belief that Manchester City target Ayyoub Bouaddi s
  
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• Rangers Linked With €900k Forward: Should The Ibrox Giants Go After Him?

  17-07-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers Linked With €900k Forward: Should The Ibrox Giants Go After Him?Ben Jacobs dropped a fresh update on his transfer feed, putting Rangers right in the mix for Sheffield United forward Ryan Oné. The 20-year-old Scot is attracting plenty of glances this summer. He is a physical presence. The Blades hold a strong hand here because his current contract at Bramall Lane runs all the way until June 2029. That gives Chris Wilder and the United board massive leverage if anyone decides t
  
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• Tuchel urges England to finish strongly in emotional address

  17-07-2026 23:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel was appointed England manager in January 2025 on an initial 18-month deal [Getty Images]Manager Thomas Tuchel has called on England to end the World Cup strongly in an emotional address to the squad after their agonising defeat by Argentina.The players returned to their base in Kansas City following the semi-final loss on Wednesday to undertake two final training sessions before Saturday's bronze-medal match against France.And sources have told BBC Sport that Tuchel, in a speech to
  
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• Chelsea Are In Talks To Land This Serie A Midfielder: Should Alonso Move In For Him?

  17-07-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Are In Talks To Land This Serie A Midfielder: Should Alonso Move In For Him?In a recent report, Fichajes stated that Chelsea are in talks to land AS Roma midfielder Manu Kone. It has been mentioned that the Blues are eyeing a move to secure the services of the French talent this off-season.Kone’s Impressive Form In Serie AKone enjoyed a good run of form at the Italian club in the previous campaign when he produced a string of impressive displays for them in the middle of the park.
  
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• 🚨 Official: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang leaves Marseille!

  17-07-2026 23:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang leaves Marseille!A frustrating adventure.And now Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is leaving OM once again.Looking to reduce its wage bill, Marseille officially confirmed the departure of its striker to Deportivo La Coruña on Friday evening.According to various media reports, OM should receive around €1.5 million from the deal.Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s story will definitely leave a bitter taste. While his first spell had been exceptional
  
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• Transfer round-up: Guardiola closes the door on Italy, third Como offer for Chalobah

  17-07-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Transfer round-up: Guardiola closes the door on Italy, third Como offer for ChalobahComo are ready to send their third offer for Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah, while Pep Guardiola has ended speculation over his possible appointment as Italy’s head coach: ‘I need a break.’Check out today’s transfer news from Serie A and Italian football with our daily recap.Transfer recap July 17, 2026: Guardiola, Kolo Muani and moreJuventus confirmed Zeki Celik as their second sum
  
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• Arsenal Are Leading The Race For This Atletico Madrid Star: Should Arteta Get Him On Board?

  17-07-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Are Leading The Race For This Atletico Madrid Star: Should Arteta Get Him On Board?Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, journalist Pete O’Rourke revealed that Arsenal are leading the race for Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez this summer. O’Rourke said,“I don’t think he’d (Alvarez) be a top target for Liverpool this summer. Obviously he’s a top player, there’s no getting away from that.“It does seem that Arsenal are the ones pushing
  
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• 👀The match no one wants to play? Tuchel and Deschamps spill all

  17-07-2026 22:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👀The match no one wants to play? Tuchel and Deschamps spill allThe 2026 World Cup defines its podium. Tomorrow, England and France will face off in the third-place match. However, the lead-up to this clash has been marked by a lack of motivation and the complete honesty of both coaching staffs.
  Brutal honesty on the French benchFrance head coach Didier Deschamps did not hide his lack of interest in the consolation match. "The best thing for France and England would be for this match not
  
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• World Cup Final Preview: Spain vs Argentina, Tournament Superlatives & NYC Czar Maya Handa

  17-07-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The CooligansApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeIn the final daily live episode ahead of the historic World Cup final, Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the highly anticipated match between Spain and Argentina. The guys discuss the latest news regarding White House officials meeting with FIFA President Gianni Infantino to address potential health dangers from Canadian wildfire smoke in the New York-New Jersey area. They analyze tactical keys to the final, debating whe
  
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• Parma’s Mateo Pellegrino: Crystal Palace threaten Juventus move for striker

  17-07-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Parma’s Mateo Pellegrino: Crystal Palace threaten Juventus move for strikerMateo Pellegrino’s reputation as a Serie A goalscorer has only increased in the last season and a half and he appears to be edging close to a Parma exit, with Crystal Palace competing with Juventus.Juventus have emerged as a major candidate for the Argentine’s signature but their task is unlikely to be easy.Gianluigi Longari has reported about the 24-year-old, confirming that Juve are prepared to go full
  
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• Liverpool Transfer News: Fabrizio Romano confirms dream agreement takes giant step closer

  17-07-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Transfer News: Fabrizio Romano confirms dream agreement takes giant step closerLiverpool have a chance to complete a dream agreement very soon. It's taken a giant step closer.Liverpool simply must sign another winger this summer. It would be negligent not to after Mohamed Salah left the club.On top of that, Liverpool were weak out wide all of last season. They offered very little dynamism after Luis Diaz joined Bayern Munich and we imagine they'd have prioritised a new winger this summ
  
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• Leeds United Linked To 28-Year-Old Serie A Goalkeeper: Right Option For Farke?

  17-07-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Linked To 28-Year-Old Serie A Goalkeeper: Right Option For Farke?Leeds United are keeping tabs on Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio. According to Corriere dello Sport, the Italian is expected to leave the Allianz Stadium this summer. It follows a miserable campaign where the Turin giants limped to a sixth-place finish in Serie A. Further details from Tuttosport suggest that Daniel Farke’s side have made very timid enquiries. That implies a general awareness of his situat
  
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• Everton Make Their First €15m Bid For Full-Back Target: Should They Pay The Asked €20m?

  17-07-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Make Their First €15m Bid For Full-Back Target: Should They Pay The Asked €20m?Everton are testing the waters in Italy. A formal opening bid of €15m has gone in for Genoa right-back Brooke Norton-Cuffy. The Serie A side want closer to €20m for the 22-year-old. But there is a feeling in both camps that the distance between them is shrinking. It is a negotiation with legs. This is not a dead end.Everton table opening bid for Genoa right-back Brooke Norton-Cuffy as clubs
  
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• Arsenal want Villa's Rogers - Saturday's gossip

  17-07-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal want Morgan Rogers, Mohamed Salah is set to join Besiktas, Manchester United are interested in Neco WilliamsArsenal have made 23-year-old Aston Villa and England midfielder Morgan Rogers their top attacking target and are expected to make an approach, but he could cost more than £100m. (Sky Sports)Liverpool legend Mohamed Salah will continue his career in Turkey, with the 34-year-old Egypt forward set to sign for Besiktas. (Foot Mercato - in French)Manchester United are looking at
  
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• Incredible news, Liverpool take step towards sensational signing

  17-07-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Incredible news, Liverpool take step towards sensational signingLiverpool have reportedly taken a major step towards a genuinely sensational signing. Now to get it over the line.There's no question that Liverpool need to sign a winger. There's also no question that they actively want to as Yan Diomande was their primary target heading into this transfer window.Diomande, however, decided he'd rather wait out a move to Paris Saint-Germain. He'll remain with RB Leipzig for the upcoming season befor
  
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• Aston Villa Linked With €40m Ligue 1 Midfielder: Why Should They Not Pay That Price?

  17-07-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Linked With €40m Ligue 1 Midfielder: Why Should They Not Pay That Price?The summer transfer window loves a wild valuation. It is the time of year when a handful of promising appearances in Ligue 1 suddenly transform a rotation player into a €40m asset. The latest name caught up in this Premier League scouting web is Ngal’ayel Mukau.Aston Villa tracking Lille midfielder Ngal’ayel Mukau in surprise transfer linksReports from Transfer Feed suggest Aston Villa are k
  
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• The 5️⃣ biggest shocks in World Cup final history 🤯

  17-07-2026 22:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 5️⃣ biggest shocks in World Cup final history 🤯You're not always safe from a surprise.This Sunday, Spain and Argentina will battle for the world title on the pitch at MetLife Stadium in New York.While this final is generally considered too close to call, that has not always been the case, with some heavy favorites but, above all, some major surprises.So we've put together five of the biggest surprises in World Cup finals.Brazil 1-2 Uruguay (1950)As well as being a huge s
  
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• Serie A announces VAR and refereeing rule changes for 2026-27

  17-07-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A announces VAR and refereeing rule changes for 2026-27The Italian Referees’ Association has confirmed the changes to the interpretation of the rules for the 2026-27 Serie A season, including new VAR powers, reduction of time-wasting, and DOGSO cards.At the start of every season, the coaches and some players are called in to view the guidelines given to referees and VAR officials, so everyone has a good understanding of how the rules will be applied.Following the changes introduced b
  
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• Roma linked with Fenerbahce fullback Mert Muldur

  17-07-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma linked with Fenerbahce fullback Mert MuldurFollowing the sensational failure to renew Zeki Celik’s contract, who chose to sign with Juventus and leave the capital on a free transfer, Roma have reportedly begun evaluating a new player to strengthen Gian Piero Gasperini’s right flank.According to reports from TuttoMercatoWeb.com, Roma are reportedly considering Mert Muldur, a Turkish winger currently playing for Fenerbahçe. Muldur is already a familiar name in Serie A, havi
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool set for huge injury boost

  17-07-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool set for huge injury boostConor Bradley Return Could Give Liverpool Timely Lift Under IraolaLiverpool supporters have become accustomed to setbacks surrounding Conor Bradley’s fitness, so the latest update on his rehabilitation will be welcomed with cautious optimism. According to David Lynch, speaking on his YouTube channel, the Northern Ireland international is making encouraging progress after the serious knee injury he suffered against Arsenal in January.Few player
  
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• Salah’s lawyer denies rumours that his client has reached a ‘verbal agreement’ to join Besiktas

  17-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Salah’s lawyer denies rumours that his client has reached a ‘verbal agreement’ to join BesiktasMohamed Salah’s lawyer, Ramy Abass, has denied reports claiming that the former Liverpool forward is close to joining Besiktas.Journalist Santi Aouna has claimed Besiktas have reached a verbal agreement to sign the Egyptian forward.According to the report, Salah is set to sign a one-year contract with the option of a further 12 months and will earn around €12 million (&poun
  
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• Salah’s lawyer denies his client has reached a ‘verbal agreement’ to join Besiktas

  17-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Salah’s lawyer denies his client has reached a ‘verbal agreement’ to join BesiktasMohamed Salah’s lawyer, Ramy Abass, has denied reports claiming that the former Liverpool forward is close to joining Besiktas.Journalist Santi Aouna claimed that Besiktas have reached a verbal agreement to sign the Egyptian forward.Salah is reportedly set to sign a one-year contract with the option of a further 12 months and will earn around €12 million (£10m) including bonuses.H
  
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• Report: Newcastle United remain interested in move for £27m star

  17-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United remain interested in move for £27m starJames Trafford to Newcastle transfer talk gathers pace as Eddie Howe eyes goalkeeper changeNewcastle United have been here before with James Trafford, and the logic has not changed. According to Sports View, “The Magpies are determined to land the highly rated shot-stopper, keeping him high on their summer recruitment agenda” after adding Ewen Jaouen earlier in the window. That tells you this is not a passing idea.
  
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• Dons can push on this season, says returning Tilley

  17-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Returning AFC Wimbledon winger James Tilley says he is fully expecting the team to "push on" this season after avoiding relegation last season.The 27-year-old arrived earlier this week from League One rivals Wycombe Wanderers on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee.Tilley joined Wycombe from Wimbledon in June 2025 after helping the London club win promotion via the League Two play-off final, but returned to the Dons on loan for the second half of the 2025-26 season, helping them retain their
  
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