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• Luís Castro admits below-par display and points to the reasons

  07-06-2026 22:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luís Castro admits below-par display and points to the reasonsCoach Luís Castro acknowledged that Grêmio’s performance fell short of expectations during the first half of the year.In an interview with journalist Duda Garbi, he also pointed out the reasons why his work has not been meeting expectations.I thought things could be more stable in terms of the team’s performances. It’s been difficult to stabilize the team. But I know why. Not having time to train,
  
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• Who is Omar Artan? The Somalian World Cup referee denied entry to the US

  11-06-2026 10:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A Somali soccer referee, celebrated as Africa’s finest and a national hero, has been denied entry to the United States, effectively preventing him from becoming the first from his nation to officiate at the World Cup. Omar Artan, 34, had earned a coveted spot on FIFA’s final list for the prestigious tournament, a testament to his years of experience and dedicated hard work on football’s biggest stage.His anticipated presence at the global event had ignited widespread hope acros
  
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• Is McKenna's departure 'a surprise'?

  11-06-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former Ipswich Town striker Alex Mathie told BBC Radio Suffolk he is "a bit surprised" by Kieran McKenna's resignation and reasoning. "I must admit, I did say at the end of last season he may go to a bigger club. I am a bit surprised at the step down - I thought when he was at his peak he would keep going," he said."You don't know what toll the past five years have taken on him. I don't think he took the decision lightly. He has a young family."I'm sure he will be back within the n
  
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• Concerns eased over injury to France’s Jules Koundé

  11-06-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Concerns eased over injury to France’s Jules KoundéJules Koundé (27) was withdrawn at half-time during France’s 3-1 win over Northern Ireland in Lille on Monday, however, there is no concern regarding the Barcelona defender heading into the FIFA World Cup, as per a report from L’Équipe. Didier Deschamps’ decision to withdraw Koundé at half-time was not a tactical one. The Barcelona defender, at the time of his exit, was suffering from
  
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• Relegated Wolves sack Rob Edwards after seven months in charge

  11-06-2026 10:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wolves have sacked head coach Rob Edwards after just seven months in charge in which the club were relegated to the Championship. Edwards was brought in following the sacking of Vitor Pereira with the knowledge that the Molineux outfit were likely to be relegated and would need to rebuild in the second tier. He won just five of his 30 games in charge of the side since replacing Pereira in November as Wolves finished bottom of the league.He left promotion-chasing Middlesbrough, who were top of th
  
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• New York City submit Frank Magri offer as Burnley join race for Cameroon international

  11-06-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New York City submit Frank Magri offer as Burnley join race for Cameroon internationalNew York City have submitted an offer to Cameroon international Frank Magri (26), whose contract at Toulouse FC expired at the end of the season, as per a report from Foot Mercato. Burnley are also interested in the centre-forward.Magri joined Toulouse from SC Bastia back in 2023. He has gone on to make 89 appearances for Le TéFéCé, scoring 16 goals in that time. Five of them came
  
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• Milan meet with ex-Man United coach Amorim while waiting for Rangnick and Glasner

  11-06-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan meet with ex-Man United coach Amorim while waiting for Rangnick and GlasnerReports in Italy claim that Ruben Amorim, formerly of Manchester United, is the latest coach that Milan have spoken to on their hunt to find a replacement for Massimiliano Allegri, but the combination of Ralf Rangnick and Oliver Glasner remains the most likely set-up for the Rossoneri.Milan still meeting with head coaches while waiting for Rangnick and GlasnerMilan are still waiting to appoint a new coach and senior
  
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• The Cristiano Ronaldo problem standing between Portugal and World Cup breakthrough

  11-06-2026 10:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  If 1966 represented a high point in England’s footballing history, it did for Portugal, too. Six decades on, their best performance in a World Cup remains the third place they secured at their first attempt. It might be unfair to frame everything that has followed as sixty years of hurt, however. In 2016, Portugal became champions of Europe. In the 21st century, as they excelled at exporting players and managers, arguably no footballing nation has had a bigger impact, relative to its size,
  
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• National League clubs urge FA to end proposals

  11-06-2026 10:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There are 72 clubs competing in the FA Women's National League structure [Getty Images]Fifty-two Women's National League clubs have signed a letter sent to the Football Association opposing proposals to introduce top tier academy teams into their system.The FA is planning structural changes that would allow four clubs from the Women's Super League to enter academy teams into the third tier from 2027.The letter sent on Thursday, and seen by BBC Sport, strongly objects the proposals and claims "bo
  
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• Germany players will pay for 600 fans to travel to game

  11-06-2026 10:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany will be aiming to win the World Cup for a fifth time as this summer's tournament [Getty Images]Germany's players will pay for 600 of the country's fans to travel by bus to their final World Cup group game amid criticism of high transport costs at the tournament.Train tickets, normally priced at $12.90 (£9.50) from central New York to the nearby Met Life stadium in New Jersey, where Germany will play Ecuador in the last Group E match on 25 June, were ramped up to $150 for the tourna
  
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• Barcelona block Xavi from playing in Legends matches after election fallout

  11-06-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona block Xavi from playing in Legends matches after election falloutFormer manager Xavi Hernandez’s relationship with Barcelona appears to have taken another uncomfortable turn following a series of strained incidents.According to journalist Javier Miguel on AS, the Catalan club has blocked their midfield icon from playing for Barca Legends.Xavi had reportedly asked to take part in the final two matches with the Legends team, but that request has been denied.The decision is said to
  
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• Transfer market approach and Elland Road redevelopment

  11-06-2026 10:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked you to send in your Leeds United questions for BBC Radio Leeds' Adam Pope before the summer transfer window opens.In the first part of a special Q&A, he focuses on the Whites' transfer plans plus the pros and cons of redeveloping Elland Road.Raj asked: Where do you think Leeds will strengthen this summer, and who do you think will be sold to assist financial regulations?Adam: I think there will be an attempt to retain the key talent, which has started with captain
  
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• Iraola's first priority and another busy transfer window

  11-06-2026 10:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked you to send in your Liverpool questions for our reporter Aadam Patel before the summer transfer window opens.In the first part of a special Q&A, he focuses on Andoni Iraola's first tasks at Anfield and the Reds' transfer plans.Zahid asked: What should Andoni Iraola's first priority be?Aadam: For vast parts of the past season, there was no excitement watching Liverpool. Put simply, Iraola needs to bring an identity back to Liverpool and deliver a style of football
  
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• Man Utd backing away from Anderson chase

  11-06-2026 10:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Manchester United are backing away from their pursuit of Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson.The England international had been United's prime target as they look to address their issues in the centre of the pitch.However, they also went into the summer determined not to overpay for any player and equally keen to avoid being dragged into a bidding war. They also wanted to be sure any player they did go for was keen to play for the club.On all three counts, United currently
  
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• ‘Xavi called me’ – Former Real Madrid forward reveals he came close to joining Barcelona

  11-06-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘Xavi called me’ – Former Real Madrid forward reveals he came close to joining BarcelonaSpanish striker Alvaro Morata has had a journeyman footballing career, playing for some of the best clubs in Europe and currently representing Como.The 33-year-old was linked with a move to Barcelona at times throughout his career, but he never got the chance to don the Blaugrana.Now, speaking on El Camino de Mario [h/t SPORT], the veteran striker has revealed that he came remarkably close t
  
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• ‘He strikes a fantastic balance between…’ – Alvaro Morata explains why Mourinho is the perfect man for Real Madrid

  11-06-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘He strikes a fantastic balance between…’ – Alvaro Morata explains why Mourinho is the perfect man for Real MadridAs discussion continues around Jose Mourinho’s expected return to the Santiago Bernabeu, former Real Madrid forward Alvaro Morata has offered a glowing endorsement of the Portuguese coach, while also sharing a personal story that explains why he still holds him in such high regard.Speaking to AS, Morata looked back on the moment his path first crossed w
  
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• Today’s Papers: 2026 World Cup kicks off without Italy, Martinez for Juventus

  11-06-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers: 2026 World Cup kicks off without Italy, Martinez for JuventusLa Gazzetta dello SportThe whole world is there (apart from us) At 20.00: The maxi American World Cup gets underwayMexico-South Africa opens it at the legendary Azteca. Messi to defend the trophy: ‘It will be tough to beat us’. But, there is Yamal, Mbappe and our CarlettoRodri: ‘The level has been raised, my Spain side are favourites’The interviewFrance, so many stars (perhaps too many
  
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• Report: Liverpool agree personal terms and could trigger £55m release clause

  11-06-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool agree personal terms and could trigger £55m release clauseQuansah agreement could simplify Liverpool transfer decisionLiverpool’s long-term planning in defence may have received a significant boost following reports that Jarell Quansah has already agreed personal terms with Liverpool should the club decide to bring him back from Bayer Leverkusen.With Liverpool assessing their options at centre-back following the departure of Ibrahima Konate, attention has inevitably
  
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• Betis and Villareal make inquiries for Dovbyk

  11-06-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Betis and Villareal make inquiries for DovbykRoma wants to round out their attack with top-tier players. At the center forward position, the only certainty at the moment is Malen, who has scored 14 goals in his first 18 Serie A matches. Behind him, however, there are few guarantees: Dovbyk, coming off a difficult season with numerous injuries, and Vaz, still undeveloped. The Giallorossi are monitoring several forwards, but first they will have to think about freeing themselves from the former Gi
  
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• Four key takeaways from England’s 3-0 win over Costa Rica ahead of the World Cup

  11-06-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Four key takeaways from England’s 3-0 win over Costa Rica ahead of the World CupEngland beat Costa Rica 3-0 in a friendly at Inter&Co Stadium on Wednesday as they continued their preparations for the World Cup.Declan Rice gave the Three Lions an early lead before Antony Gordon and Ollie Watkins sealed the victory in the second half.Read on as we look at four things we learned from the fixture.England produced dominant performanceThomas Tuchel’s side were dominant throughout the f
  
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• Wolves sack Edwards after seven months

  11-06-2026 09:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rob Edwards made more than 100 appearances for Wolves as a player [Getty Images]Wolves have sacked head coach Rob Edwards after just seven months following their relegation from the Premier League.The club had previously put on a united front and insisted they were behind the 43-year-old, appointed last November.Cesar Peixoto, who guided Gil Vicente to sixth place in Portugal's Primeira Liga during the season just completed, has been linked with the job at Molineux.Wolves had already started pla
  
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• The surprising reason Real Madrid are delaying Jose Mourinho’s unveiling – report

  11-06-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The surprising reason Real Madrid are delaying Jose Mourinho’s unveiling – reportFor most clubs, appointing a new manager is a straightforward process. The announcement is made, the presentation follows shortly afterwards, and attention shifts to the upcoming season.However, Real Madrid appear to be taking a different route with Jose Mourinho.As such, the Portuguese coach is on the verge of being officially confirmed as Real Madrid’s new manager, yet fans are still waiting
  
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• Hansi Flick and Deco agree on €8m solution to Barcelona’s growing concern

  11-06-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick and Deco agree on €8m solution to Barcelona’s growing concernBarcelona’s transfer focus may currently be centred on strengthening the attack, but work is also continuing to reinforce another position that the club does not want to leave exposed next season.According to SPORT, both Hansi Flick and sporting director Deco believe Barcelona need greater depth in goal, prompting the club to continue monitoring Real Sociedad goalkeeper Alex Remiro.Notably, the discussion i
  
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• Gillingham sign Oxford striker Goodwin

  11-06-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Will Goodwin spent last season on loan at Colchester United [Shutterstock]Gillingham have signed striker Will Goodwin following his release by Oxford United.The 24-year-old has agreed a two-year deal with the League Two side.He spent last season on loan at Colchester United where he scored four goals in 30 games and also had a spell at Wigan.He moved to Oxford in January 2024 from Cheltenham Town for an undisclosed fee, but struggled to break into the side, scoring one goal in 11 appearances."I
  
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• 'I don't know the limit for him' - goalkeeping coach on Jaouen

  11-06-2026 09:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Ewen Jaouen was always an avid follower of the Bundesliga from afar, but the Frenchman's future appeared to lie elsewhere."With your characteristics, you could be a goalkeeper in England one day," he was once told.Those words from goalkeeping coach Christophe Lollichon proved rather prophetic.Jaouen has since undergone a medical before completing a move to Newcastle United.Such is his potential, the club are prepared to pay about £18.5m for a goalkeeper who has never played t
  
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• Here we go, Liverpool one step away from signing English superstar

  11-06-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Here we go, Liverpool one step away from signing English superstarLiverpool are now in the final stages of negotiations to sign a brilliant midfielder. Liverpool’s midfield could undergo significant reshaping this summer as Andoni Iraola looks to imprint his ideas on the squad. While much of the speculation has centred on other areas of the team, the centre of the pitch is emerging as a key focus that may demand serious attention in the months ahead.Uncertainty surrounds the futures of bot
  
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• Report: Fulham Eye Surprise Name as Marco Silva Era Ends

  11-06-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Fulham Eye Surprise Name as Marco Silva Era EndsFulham Consider Alvaro Arbeloa as Marco Silva Succession Plan Takes ShapeFulham Enter a New Era After SilvaFulham have reached the awkward point every well-run mid-table Premier League club eventually fears. Stability has worked, standards have risen, expectations have sharpened, and now the architect has gone.As reported by The Athletic, Fulham have held talks with former Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa over the possibility of replac
  
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• Celtic close in on new striker - Thursday's gossip

  11-06-2026 09:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Celtic have opened talks with the agent of Elias Filet and are seen as favourites to win a keenly contested race to sign the striker from Swiss second-tier club FC Aarau. (TeamTalk)Celtic have yet to reach an agreement with key members of Martin O'Neill's backroom team despite the interim boss agreeing to become the permanent manager on a one-year deal. (The Herald)Bryan Reynolds is one of the right-backs Rangers are interested in, but no bid has been tabled for the USA international, who p
  
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• The true meaning behind the ‘Trumpification’ of the 2026 World Cup

  11-06-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As the 48 teams gradually arrived in North America, every image further setting a grand stage, a thought struck managers like Thomas Tuchel and Carlo Ancelotti.They were right to make the sheer scale of this World Cup more of a priority in planning. “United 2026” – as it is officially known – is enormous in every sense, from size to serious issues. That only deepens the distinctive challenge a World Cup poses, and only elevates the meaning of victory.A team can be brillia
  
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• The incredible amount Real Madrid earn every season from just three shirt sponsors

  11-06-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The incredible amount Real Madrid earn every season from just three shirt sponsorsReal Madrid’s success is often measured through trophies, Champions League nights and blockbuster signings. But behind every major sporting achievement lies a financial machine that continues to set the standard across world football.The latest example came with the club’s renewed partnership with Adidas until 2034, a deal that Real Madrid have described as the most important commercial agreement i
  
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