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• Maeda 'can't stay at my current level' after World Cup exit

  30-06-2026 13:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Daizen Maeda says the World Cup "made me realise that I can't stay at my current level" after the Celtic forward suffered last-32 disappointment as Japan were knocked out following a 2-1 defeat by Brazil.A transfer from the Scottish champions to Wolfsburg reportedly fell through late in last summer's transfer window for the 28-year-old.And there are likely to be more admiring glances after he started his third game out of four at the finals in the United States, having scored in th
  
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• Accrington sign Norwich goalkeeper Moulden on loan

  30-06-2026 14:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Louie Moulden has had spells on the books of Crystal Palace and Wolves[Getty Images]Accrington Stanley have signed goalkeeper Louie Moulden from Norwich City on a season-long loan.Moulden moved to Carrow Road last summer but did not make a first-team appearance for the Canaries.The 24-year-old began his career with Manchester City before moving to Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2021. He made 12 League One appearances on loan at Northampton Town in 2024."We obviously needed to fill that position and,
  
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• Liverpool contract talks for 'skilful' star confirmed

  30-06-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool contract talks for 'skilful' star confirmedRichard Hughes probably already has an idea about what he thinks Liverpool's 2026-27 summer transfer window will look like. But, as the last couple of days have shown, things can change within minutes in football, especially if your transfer target is one of the most sought-after players in the world.For most of the second half of the 2025-26 season, it felt nailed on that Yan Diomande was going to join Liverpool with the Ivorian even mentioni
  
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• Álvarez Cash Ultimatum Exposes the Real Gap in Barcelona’s Pursuit

  30-06-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Álvarez Cash Ultimatum Exposes the Real Gap in Barcelona’s PursuitSPORT and Esport3 report that Atletico Madrid have set a firm asking price of €150 million for Julián Álvarez (26, Argentine), demanding full payment in cash with no allowance for player exchanges or deferred instalments. The Catalan outlets, citing anonymous sources, frame this as Atletico’s closing position rather than an opening gambit – a number the club intends to hold regardless of
  
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• Confirmed: Coventry City sign Premier League midfielder

  30-06-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Coventry City sign Premier League midfielderCoventry Complete Onyeka Move After Promotion SuccessLampard Rewarded for Midfield InfluenceCoventry have secured the services of Nigeria international Frank Onyeka after his impressive spell under Frank Lampard helped deliver the Championship title and a long awaited return to the Premier League after 25 years.The midfielder quickly became an influential figure following his loan arrival in February, adding energy, discipline and valuable e
  
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• Maddy Cusack’s coach called her a ‘psycho’ and made comments about her weight and relationship, inquest hears

  30-06-2026 14:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ex-Sheffield United footballer Maddy Cusack’s coach had called her a “psycho” and was playing mind games with her before her death, an inquest has heard.Chesterfield Coroner’s Court also heard that Jonathan Morgan made comments about Cusack’s weight and relationship while he was the manager of United’s women’s team, leading to her feeling uncomfortable.The 27-year-old was found unconscious by her father at their family home in Horsley, Derbyshire, on Sep
  
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• Koumetio & Graham exits likely as Pressley assesses trialists

  30-06-2026 14:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Despite Steven Pressley's wish to end the high turnover of players every summer at Dundee, it is shaping up as another busy close season for the Dark Blues.Defensive pair Billy Koumetio and Luke Graham are part of Pressley's squad at their training camp in Hungary but it doesn't look like they will be at the club much longer.Charlton Athletic are intensely pursuing the services of Koumetio and a move to London could be sealed soon.And with the list of potential suitors for Graham ever growing, i
  
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• Manchester City launch fresh enquiries for £100 million midfielder as Elliot Anderson deal nears

  30-06-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City launch fresh enquiries for £100 million midfielder as Elliot Anderson deal nearsManchester City are plotting a further midfield transfer offensive as they make contact over their next target this summer.A domestic tug-of-war could take place in the Premier League as City bosses challenge Tottenham for Sandro Tonali.Newcastle executives are expected to dig in their heels over their valuation of the Italian.Officials at Manchester City have lodged new enquiries over the possi
  
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• Juventus inquire about Svilar and contact player’s agent

  30-06-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus inquire about Svilar and contact player’s agentThe difficulty in securing Dibu Martinez has prompted an initial call: Juve has offered €40 million for Svilar, writes Il Messaggero.Roma’s position, however, is clear for now: the Giallorossi club doesn’t want to sell the player and would only begin discussions if an offer of €50-55 million were to arrive. A figure that doesn’t currently appear to be within the Bianconeri’s reach. Furthermore, Gasper
  
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• Video: Brazilian defender Viery arrives for Fiorentina medical

  30-06-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Video: Brazilian defender Viery arrives for Fiorentina medicalBrazilian defender Viery has arrived in Florence to undergo his medical tests with Fiorentina before completing a €15m deal from Gremio.Fiorentina are about to confirm their first summer signing as 21-year-old Gremio defender Viery landed in Rome this morning to undergo medical tests and sign his contract with the Tuscans.Viery travelled to Florence after landing in Italy’s capital and is currently undergoing medical examin
  
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• Real Madrid yet to hold any talks with Chelsea over key midfield target – Romano

  30-06-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid yet to hold any talks with Chelsea over key midfield target – RomanoDespite signing no less than four players this summer, Real Madrid remain on the prowl for a Galactico addition, as part of Florentino Perez’s plans to reinforce the team.While much of the focus has been on Michael Olise, Real Madrid are also keen on signing Enzo Fernandez of Chelsea.The Argentine international has emerged as the preferred midfield target for Jose Mourinho, as Real Madrid look to move on
  
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• Barcelona scout 26-year-old Liverpool forward at the World Cup – report

  30-06-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona scout 26-year-old Liverpool forward at the World Cup – reportFC Barcelona remain fully focused on completing the signing of Julian Alvarez (26), who has emerged as the club’s top target to replace Robert Lewandowski.The Argentine striker has publicly expressed his desire to leave Atlético Madrid, making it clear that his dream is to play for Barcelona. As previously reported, the Catalan club are determined to continue pursuing the deal after Alvarez openly stated hi
  
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• Iran criticises ‘petty’ US security chief after he ‘danced a happy dance’ over team’s World Cup elimination

  30-06-2026 14:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  United States’ security chief Markwayne Mullin said he “danced a happy dance” when Iran were eliminated from the World Cup.The Iranian team exited the tournament in heartbreaking fashion when they were denied a late winner against Egypt by VAR, which deemed goalscorer Shoja Khalilzadeh’s toes offside. The 1-1 draw saw Iran finish third in Group G, and they narrowly missed out on one of eight spots in the knockout rounds for third-placed teams, falling short on goal differ
  
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• Germany fans in need of hope as prospect of Klopp looms

  30-06-2026 14:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  For Germany fans the unthinkable has happened. Not only another early exit at a major tournament but a first World Cup penalty shootout loss.As the dust settles the question every fan is asking is will the German Football Association take the plunge and sack head coach Julian Nagelsmann and bring in Jurgen Klopp.Nagelsmann, the 38-year-old former Bayern Munich boss, refused to quit following Germany's painful last-32 defeat by Paraguay, saying "I'm not someone who runs away".But the German fans
  
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• Real Madrid calm over superstar’s future as renewal talks to take place after World Cup 

  30-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid calm over superstar’s future as renewal talks to take place after World Cup Vinicius Jr. has been one of the standout performers in the ongoing FIFA World Cup, most recently starring in the nation’s 2-1 win over Japan in the Round of 32.Despite his brilliant performances at the World Cup, his future at Real Madrid remains far from certain, with the player’s contract at Santiago Bernabeu expiring in the summer of 2027.That means Vinicius will be able to sign a p
  
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• Newspaper claims Maresca ‘a source of pride’ and regret for Italy

  30-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newspaper claims Maresca ‘a source of pride’ and regret for ItalyEnzo Maresca’s appointment as Manchester City’s head coach has sparked mixed reactions in Italy, with Gazzetta claiming that the ex-Chelsea boss is a source of both pride and regret for Italian football.Manchester City confirmed Maresca’s appointment on Monday, with the Italian tactician replacing Pep Guardiola after ten years.A former Juventus midfielder, Maresca arguably reached the peak of his playi
  
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• Real Madrid prodigy expresses gratitude after successful loan spell in France: ‘My story changed’

  30-06-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid prodigy expresses gratitude after successful loan spell in France: ‘My story changed’Endrick has once again found himself at the centre of attention after helping Brazil secure a dramatic 2-1 victory over Japan in the World Cup Round of 32.Brazil were pushed all the way by a disciplined Japanese side before finding a route back into the contest through Casemiro’s equaliser and Gabriel Martinelli’s stoppage-time winner. The introduction of Endrick in the s
  
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• Ben Jacobs: Liverpool ready to sell star for £40m

  30-06-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ben Jacobs: Liverpool ready to sell star for £40mRichard Hughes Draws Firm Line as Liverpool Weigh Curtis Jones FutureLiverpool have reached another important point in their summer rebuild. Recruitment is attracting plenty of attention, yet decisions over who stays may prove just as significant as any new arrival. According to Ben Jacobs, sporting director Richard Hughes has now placed a valuation of around £40 million on Curtis Jones, a figure that sends a clear message to potential
  
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• Barcelona poised to table a fresh €130 million offer for top attacking target – report

  30-06-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona poised to table a fresh €130 million offer for top attacking target – reportThe Julian Alvarez saga appears to have no end in sight this summer, as Barcelona continue to test the waters at Atletico Madrid.Just when it seemed Alvarez would continue at Atleti, the forward’s comments about wanting to leave the Spanish capital have sparked a resurgence in Barça’s interest.Atletico Madrid remain firm that they will not sell their top player to a direct La Liga
  
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• France superstars thriving thanks to bravery of Deschamps

  30-06-2026 13:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Deschamps has proved adept at handling big-name players such as Mbappe [Getty Images]It is hard to argue against the suggestion that France have the best squad in international football. You might therefore think managing such an elite group of players is an easy task - but this is not necessarily true.For evidence, look at the number of occasions when clubs have crumbled under the wealth of talent signed or the challenge of managing the personalities of superstars.Since taking the France job in
  
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• Ranking 10 stars who could be at their last World Cup

  30-06-2026 13:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With the knockout stages under way, here's my top 10 players who could be appearing at their last World Cup.Let me know if you agree by ranking them yourself at the bottom of the list.1) Lionel Messi, Argentina - Best finish: Winner (2022)It speaks volumes of the man that Messi is that he did not step away from international football in 2022 after winning the World Cup at the age of 35. Now 39, Messi is obliterating record after record at this tournament. No player has scored more goals in World
  
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• Revealed: How Pep Guardiola and Txiki Begiristain propelled Man City’s Enzo Maresca appointment

  30-06-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Revealed: How Pep Guardiola and Txiki Begiristain propelled Man City’s Enzo Maresca appointmentMaresca would not have been appointed Man City manager without Pep Guardiola’s knowledgeEx sporting director Txiki Begiristain recommended Maresca to Hugo Viana before 2025 handoverMaresca spent his break from football studying AI, reading Rene Descartes & ‘Football and Chess’Enzo Maresca’s appointment as Manchester City manager was aided by seals of approval from form
  
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• Manchester City view Chelsea’s £75m asking price for Malo Gusto as ‘prohibitively high’

  30-06-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City view Chelsea’s £75m asking price for Malo Gusto as ‘prohibitively high’Manchester City consider Chelsea’s £75m asking price for Malo Gusto (23) as ‘prohibitively high’, making a move for the French international defender unlikely during the summer transfer window, according to The Athletic. The Premier League club are keen on signing the former Lyon full-back from their divisional rivals. With Chelsea unwilling to see the 23-ye
  
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• 1st Arsenal player eliminated from World Cup

  30-06-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  1st Arsenal player eliminated from World CupKai Havertz became the first Arsenal player eliminated from the World Cup on Monday night, after scoring a vital equaliser for Germany but missing his penalty in the subsequent shootout.Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty ImagesArsenal players have had a strong World Cup so far, with all 15 internationals progressing to the knockout stages of the competition.But that run had to end sometime, and Kai Havertz became the first Arsenal player eliminated after
  
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• Manchester City considering loaning Ayyoub Bouaddi back to Lille should they make a move for the midfielder

  30-06-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City considering loaning Ayyoub Bouaddi back to Lille should they make a move for the midfielderManchester City are considering loaning Ayyoub Bouaddi (18) back to Lille should they make a move for the midfielder during the summer transfer window, according to a report from The Athletic. The Moroccan international midfielder is attracting interest from several clubs ahead of a potential move. The Premier League club are not the only interested party weighing up a potential m
  
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• Ex Arsenal coach to join Coventry ahead of Premier League opener

  30-06-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ex Arsenal coach to join Coventry ahead of Premier League openerSal Bibbo is expected to leave Rangers after one year and join Coventry’s backroom staff.Aug 1996:A portrait of Sal Bibbo of Reading football club taken during the club photocall. Mandatory Credit: Allsport UKArsenal open the defence of their Premier League crown in the first match of the season against Frank Lampard’s Coventry City, last season’s Championship winners, and there could be a familiar name on the oppo
  
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• Atletico Madrid defender expects Barcelona priority target to leave this summer: ‘If he isn’t happy…’

  30-06-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid defender expects Barcelona priority target to leave this summer: ‘If he isn’t happy…’Barcelona’s hopes of signing Julian Alvarez have received another boost after Atletico Madrid defender Marc Pubill admitted that he expects his teammate to depart this summer.The Argentine striker remains Barcelona’s top attacking target for the 2026 transfer window, and his public admission of desire to leave Atletico has only intensified speculation surround
  
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• The Paraguay hero who sold his kit when his son was born

  30-06-2026 13:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Orlando Gill continued his remarkable journey from obscurity as he became Paraguay's penalty shootout hero against Germany on Monday.The 6ft 6in goalkeeper saved two spot-kicks to secure his country's second knockout win in World Cup history and enhance his growing reputation.The 26-year-old has been one of the best keepers at the World Cup but had only made three senior club appearances until January 2025.And less than four years ago, after his son was born prematurely, he had to sell his kit t
  
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• Wimbledon striker Bugiel departs after three years

  30-06-2026 13:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Striker Omar Bugiel has left AFC Wimbledon at the end of his contract, after scoring 28 goals in 142 appearances for the club.Bugiel joined the Dons in the summer of 2023 after leaving Sutton United and was part of the squad that won promotion to League One in the 2024-25 season.Director of football, Craig Cope, told the club's website: "We'd like to thank Omar for the past three historic seasons."He has been a key figure throughout the recent success and leaves with our very best wishes on his
  
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• Arsenal poised - can Newcastle convince Guimaraes for a second time?

  30-06-2026 13:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Some news conferences live longer in the memory than others.Bruno Guimaraes made an instant, and lasting, impression when he was presented to the media following a £35m move from Lyon to Newcastle United."We're going to be a big power in world football," he vowed in January 2022.Eyebrows were immediately raised, because at the time Newcastle were a lowly 19th in the Premier League.But the Brazilian had reason to believe.The club's hierarchy had signalled to him ambitions to reach the Champ
  
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