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• Malago: ‘New Italy technical director over course of a week’

  01-07-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Malago: ‘New Italy technical director over course of a week’FIGC President Giovanni Malagò assures Italy will have its technical director ‘over the course of a week’ and then they can choose a new coach. ‘I haven’t spoken to any coaches so far.’The Nazionale has been without leaders since the failure to get past Bosnia and Herzegovina in the 2026 World Cup play-offs, prompting the resignation of coach Gennaro Gattuso, team manager Gigi Buffon, and
  
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• Why did England struggle against DR Congo - and what can they learn?

  02-07-2026 02:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tuchel's England needed two late Harry Kane goals to overcome DR Congo [Getty Images]It should not have been so hard for England against the 46th ranked team in the world. But Sebastien Desabre's remarkably brave DR Congo side caught England manager Thomas Tuchel's team off-guard with a formation shift which preyed on some of their vulnerabilities.England laboured for much of the game before being rescued by the brilliance of two-goal Harry Kane.So, with England now facing the massive challenge
  
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• Belgium come back from the brink with most dramatic win of World Cup 2026

  02-07-2026 01:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Youri Tielemans struck a 125th-minute penalty as Belgium remarkably rallied from two goals down and ultimately defeated Senegal 3-2 after extra time to keep alive their World Cup title hopes that had looked dead and buried.Senegal’s Lamine Camara slid in on Tielemans as the ball flashed across the face of goal and conceded the spot-kick after a VAR review, with the Belgian picking out the top corner to complete an extraordinary comeback. Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr had ⁠given Seneg
  
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• England break 60-year World Cup curse against DR Congo to spark fresh hope

  02-07-2026 01:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England rallied from behind against DR Congo at the World Cup 2026 to spark fresh hope they can end their drought to land a second title.The Three Lions will play Mexico in Mexico City for a place in the quarter-finals late on Sunday after their 2-1 victory in Atlanta.Harry Kane’s remarkable double ensured England advanced from a gripping last 32 clash, which secured a piece of history under Thomas Tuchel. That’s because after Brian Cipenga’s early goal, England were facing an
  
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• Belgium come from 2-0 down to beat Senegal with last-gasp extra-time penalty

  02-07-2026 01:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA World CupBelgium 2 - 2 Senegal AETYouri Tielemans scored an 89th-minute equaliser for Belgium before a winner in added time [Getty Images]Youri Tielemansscored a penalty late in extra time as Belgium produced a sensational comeback from two goals down to defeat Senegal in a dramatic last-32 World Cup tie.The last-gasp victory helped them book a last-16 meeting with either the United States or Bosnia-Herzegovina.Rudi Garcia's men had looked to be heading out as they trailed an impressive Sen
  
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• Thomas Tuchel makes England World Cup plea to parents: ‘Write an excuse for school’

  02-07-2026 01:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England manager Thomas Tuchel ​opted for sleep over watching his next World Cup 2026 opponents as the co-hosts swatted aside Ecuador to advance to the last 16. Early bedtime for the Three Lions boss ahead of a dramatic, come-from-behind 2-1 win over Democratic Republic of Congo in the last 32, Tuchel will now study El Tri before their date with destiny at the Azteca Stadium on Sunday night. With a kick-off time at 1am BST on Monday, parents back home will face a dilemma, particular before
  
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• Raskin helps Belgium stage comeback to book last-16 place

  02-07-2026 01:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Youri Tielemans, Dodi Lukebakio and Nicolas Raskin had key roles [Getty Images]Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin helped inspire Belgium to a dramatic fightback from 2-0 down to defeat Senegal and book a place in the last 16 of the World Cup.The Belgians were trailing to goals from Diarra and Sar when Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia threw on Raskin and Dodi Lukebakio for Kevin de Bruyne and Jeremy Doku after 55 minutes at Seattle Stadium.And goals from substitute striker Romelu Lukaku and midfield
  
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• What you need to know about England's last-16 opponents Mexico

  02-07-2026 01:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mexico had gone 40 years without winning a World Cup knockout game before overcoming Ecuador in the round of 32 [Getty Images]Get the lowdown on Mexico, England's World Cup opponents in the round of 16.What can I expect from Mexico?Mexico were quarter-finalists on the two previous occasions they were World Cup hosts - in 1970 and 1986 - and are now a win away from repeating that feat. However, this is by no means a vintage Mexican side, with relatively few players based in Europe's top five leag
  
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• 🚨 Belgium complete epic comeback, knock out Senegal and reach last 16

  02-07-2026 00:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Belgium complete epic comeback, knock out Senegal and reach last 16The 2026 World Cup has just delivered its wildest script yet. Trailing and virtually eliminated by a transformed Senegal side that was 2-0 up until the 85th minute, Belgium pulled off a genuine miracle to snatch qualification for the round of 16 (3-2 after extra time).
  Everything turned around in the space of four crazy minutes at the end of the match, when Romelu Lukaku (86th) and then Youri Tielemans (89th) sent the S
  
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• Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Jeremy Doku withdrawn early as Belgium beat Senegal in all-time classic

  02-07-2026 00:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Jeremy Doku withdrawn early as Belgium beat Senegal in all-time classicJeremy Doku was withdrawn early into the second-half as Belgium recovered from a 0-2 deficit to take a clash with Senegal into extra-time via two late goals in the 90 minutes.Belgium staged a miraculous World Cup escape in Seattle by recovering from a two-goal deficit in the final minutes of normal time to eliminate Senegal 3-2 in a breathless round-of-32 thriller.Rudi Garcia’s men looked
  
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• 🚨 USMNT, Bosnia and Herzegovina name starting XIs

  02-07-2026 00:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 USMNT, Bosnia and Herzegovina name starting XIs Team news is in from Santa Clara this evening as the United States are set to host Bosnia and Herzegovina in a last-32 clash. 
  Pochettino's side will look to win their first World Cup knockout match since 2002 as they take on European foe in the form of Bosnia and Herzegovina.Here is how the two sides will set up this evening. What do you make of the teams? 
  
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• World Cup: Belgium rallies past Senegal on controversial late penalty to reach Round of 16

  02-07-2026 00:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SEATTLE — In one of the wildest finishes of the Round of 32 yet, Belgium beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time after a miraculous comeback.Though Senegal took a two-goal lead in the second half, Belgium scored goals in the 86th and 89th minutes to send the game to extra time. Though neither team was initially able to break through, Belgium was awarded a crucial, and somewhat controversial penalty in stoppage time of the second extra-time period after Red Devils captain Youri Tielemans was fouled
  
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• Newcastle Move for Bundesliga Winger as Howe Begins Rebuild

  02-07-2026 00:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle Move for Bundesliga Winger as Howe Begins RebuildNewcastle Agree Bazoumana Toure Deal as Howe Rebuild BeginsBazoumana Toure Transfer Signals Newcastle IntentNewcastle United have reached an agreement with Hoffenheim to sign Bazoumana Toure, according to The Athletic, in what feels like the first genuine act of reconstruction in a summer already heavy with consequence.The 20-year-old winger is expected to travel to Tyneside for a medical, becoming Newcastle’s second signing of the
  
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• Belgium stage EPIC comeback to reach World Cup last 16

  02-07-2026 00:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Belgium stage EPIC comeback to reach World Cup last 16Belgium pulled off an epic qualification this Wednesday (1st) to reach the World Cup round of 16.The team was trailing Senegal 2-0 until the 40th minute of the second half, but fought back to equalize and send the match to extra time.Late in extra time, Youri Tielemans scored the decisive goal from the penalty spot.Watch the match highlights below:
  Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr put Senegal ahead, and the African side controlled the match unti
  
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• Belgium complete EPIC comeback to reach World Cup last 16

  02-07-2026 00:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Belgium complete EPIC comeback to reach World Cup last 16Belgium pulled off an epic qualification this Wednesday (1st) to reach the World Cup round of 16.The team was trailing Senegal 2-0 until the 40th minute of the second half, and fought back to equalize and send the match to extra time.Late in extra time, Youri Tielemans scored the decisive goal of the match from the penalty spot.See the match highlights below:
  Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr put Senegal ahead, and the African side controlled
  
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• No time for England to adapt to altitude - Tuchel

  02-07-2026 00:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England's players will not have enough time to adapt to the challenges of playing at high altitude before they take on Mexico in their World Cup last-16 game, says head coach Thomas Tuchel.Harry Kane's double against DR Congo booked England's trip to Mexico City's Azteca Stadium - which is around 7,200ft above sea level - on Monday, 6 July at 01:00 BST, in a match you can follow live across BBC TV, radio and online.At that altitude, the Earth's barometric pressure is lower, making the air thinne
  
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• ☝️De La Fuente warns: anyone can beat you in a one-off match

  02-07-2026 00:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ☝️De La Fuente warns: anyone can beat you in a one-off matchSpain coach Luis de la Fuente offered an in-depth analysis of La Roja’s excellent form at the 2026 World Cup. With the round of 16 in mind, the Riojan manager highlighted the team’s collective growth and the maturity of a squad whose hunger remains fully intact.Dressing-room values and attacking ruthlessnessOne of the greatest strengths emphasized by the coach lies in the group’s excellent management and t
  
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• Manchester City hold talks to sign Real Madrid’s Eduardo Camavinga

  02-07-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City hold talks to sign Real Madrid’s Eduardo CamavingaManchester City have held talks to sign Real Madrid midfielder and France international Eduardo Camavinga (23), as per a report from Marca.Real Madrid are looking to offload the former Stade Rennais player, whose drop in form in recent months saw him miss out on Les Bleus’ squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. José Mourinho, recently appointed manager of Los Blancos, does not necessarily count o
  
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• 🙄 Fear factor? Tuchel says Mexico have a HUGE advantage

  02-07-2026 00:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🙄 Fear factor? Tuchel says Mexico have a HUGE advantageEngland head coach Thomas Tuchel analyzed the demanding 2026 World Cup Round of 16 clash against Mexico. Ahead of the match, the German manager identified the host venue’s geographical conditions as the most complex obstacle for his team.
  The climate factor under controlTuchel said he was extremely pleased with the physical preparation the England squad has been carrying out in North America, dismissing the idea that the high t
  
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• Madness in the cup! Belgian duo patch things up with miracle goal 😂

  02-07-2026 00:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Madness in the cup! Belgian duo patch things up with miracle goal 😂Belgium and Senegal are starring in an INSANE finish to decide who advances to the World Cup round of 16.The African side was in control, leading 2-0 until the 41st minute of the second half, and seemed to have qualification in its hands.
  But the Europeans, who had spent almost the entire match offering very little in attack, responded with two goals in three minutes to send the clash into extra time.Romelu Lukaku scored
  
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• Madness in the cup! Belgian duo bury the hatchet with miracle goal 😂

  02-07-2026 00:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Madness in the cup! Belgian duo bury the hatchet with miracle goal 😂Belgium and Senegal put on an INSANE ending to decide a place in the World Cup round of 16.The African side controlled the match, led 2-0 until the 41st minute of the second half, and seemed to have qualification in their hands.
  But the Europeans, who had offered very little in attack for almost the entire game, responded with two goals in three minutes to take the match to extra time.Romelu Lukaku scored Belgium’s
  
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• Cup madness! Belgian duo bury the hatchet with miracle goal 😂

  02-07-2026 00:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cup madness! Belgian duo bury the hatchet with miracle goal 😂Belgium and Senegal produced an INSANE finish to decide a spot in the World Cup round of 16.The African side controlled the match, was leading 2-0 until the 41st minute of the second half, and seemed to have qualification in its hands.
  But the Europeans, who had spent almost the entire match creating very little in attack, responded with two goals in three minutes to take the clash to extra time.Romelu Lukaku scored Belgium&rsq
  
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• USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina score, live updates: USMNT looks for first knockout stage win since 2002

  02-07-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A home World Cup has done the USMNT good through three matches. The winners of Group D face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32 on Wednesday with an opportunity to win their first knockout round match since 2002.The USMNT left the group stage behind, tied for the fifth-most goals in the tournament. That offensive attack, featuring a healthy Christian Pulisic, will go up against a Bosnia and Herzegovina side that allowed six goals during the group stage. With Mauricio Pochettino fielding a
  
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• Spurs Reach £100m Tonali Agreement as Midfield Rebuild Accelerates

  01-07-2026 23:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spurs Reach £100m Tonali Agreement as Midfield Rebuild AcceleratesTottenham Reach Sandro Tonali Agreement in Potential £100m DealSpurs Move Boldly for Sandro TonaliTottenham Hotspur have reached an agreement to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United in a deal that could rise to £100million, according to The Athletic.It is a transfer that feels less like opportunism and more like declaration. Spurs have not merely dipped into the market, they have walked into it with purpose,
  
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• A Real Madrid midfielder looms as a Manchester City target as an Italian midfielder won’t arrive at the Etihad

  01-07-2026 23:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A Real Madrid midfielder looms as a Manchester City target as an Italian midfielder won’t arrive at the EtihadManchester City remain in the market for another midfielder after signing Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest. Today has seen one potential City target come off the board and a new player being named as a potential transfer target for the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders.Newcastle United’s Italian midfielder Sandro Tonali was considered a target for the FA Cup and Carabao Cu
  
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• Atletico Madrid make Mason Greenwood enquiry

  01-07-2026 23:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid make Mason Greenwood enquiryAtletico Madrid have joined the race to sign Olympique de Marseille forward Mason Greenwood (24), according to a report from L’Équipe.Greenwood is expected to leave Marseille this summer, following two full seasons with the Ligue 1 club. La Provence understands that the former Manchester United forward has already given back the keys to his house in Aix in anticipation of an exit. The Englishman is opposed to a move to
  
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• Monaco and Beşiktaş agree Kassoum Ouattara deal

  01-07-2026 23:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Monaco and Beşiktaş agree Kassoum Ouattara dealAS Monaco and Beşiktaş have reached an agreement regarding the transfer of Kassoum Ouattara (21), according to a report from Foot Mercato. There has been plenty of movement in the left-back slot at Monaco and it isn’t finished yet. Earlier this week, Caio Henrique left Les Monégasques to join Ajax Amsterdam on a permanent deal. On Tuesday, Monaco then confirmed the arrival of Nazinho from Cercle Brugge
  
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• Tottenham plot Eli Junior Kroupi move with £80m-rated Bournemouth forward top of three-player shortlist

  01-07-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eli Junior Kroupi heads a list of Tottenham Hotspur targets for left forward, as they continue one of the biggest spending windows in the Premier League.Roberto De Zerbi wants all his major signings sorted for pre-season, having been strongly backed by a new football leadership who are willing to still invest more in a team that is seen as needing an overhaul.With West Ham United's Manuel Fernandes and Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali already set to arrive, for a figure in the region of £1
  
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• Manchester City Are Ready To Step Up Their Chase Of This Ligue 1 Midfielder: Should They Go For Him?

  01-07-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are Ready To Step Up Their Chase Of This Ligue 1 Midfielder: Should They Go For Him?In a recent post on X, respected journalist Fabrizio Romano stated that Manchester City are ready to step up their chase of Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi this summer. It has been mentioned that the Mancunian outfit are showing interest in recruiting the Morocco international and are willing to let him stay at the French club for the upcoming campaign.Bouaddi’s Impressive Rise In French Foo
  
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• 'Why not take advantage?' - did hydration breaks spark England comeback?

  01-07-2026 23:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England boss Thomas Tuchel spoke to all his players during both hydration breaks [AFP via Getty Images]When the first hydration break took place in Wednesday's World Cup last-32 match between England and DR Congo, the customary boos could be heard from the fans.While the majority of jeers were for something that has been viewed with negativity among supporters at this tournament, some of them will have been for England's performance too at that stage.But did the much-maligned splitting of the ma
  
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