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• Mbappé and FFF respond to racist attacks by Paraguayan senator

  06-07-2026 20:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mbappé and FFF respond to racist attacks by Paraguayan senatorThe French team secured its place in the World Cup quarterfinals by defeating Paraguay 1-0, with a penalty goal scored by Kylian Mbappé.However, the celebratory mood was overshadowed by racist remarks made by Paraguayan senator Céleste Amarilla."This brute never even learned how to write. Instead of mother’s milk, he suckled coconuts, and the most educated beings he has ever heard were chimpanzees."The lawma
  
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• Chelsea Identify This Bundesliga Defender As A Target: One For The Future?

  07-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Identify This Bundesliga Defender As A Target: One For The Future?In a recent report, journalist Fraser Fletcher claimed that Chelsea have identified Werder Bremen defender Karim Coulibaly as a target. It has been stated that the Blues are eyeing a move to land the German talent later this year.Coulibaly’s Impressive Rise In German FootballCoulibaly played a useful role in Werder Bremen’s squad in the previous campaign when he put in a string of solid performances for them in
  
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• Carter-Vickers makes return as Yamada secures draw

  07-07-2026 21:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Shin Yamada scored Celtic's equaliser from the penalty spot [Getty Images]Cameron Carter-Vickers played his first game since picking up an Achilles injury in October as Celtic drew 1-1 with Shelbourne in their first public pre-season friendly.The injury picked up by the 28-year-old United States centre-half in a Europa League win over Sturm Graz meant he missed the World Cup as well as Celtic's Scottish league and cup double."At first, I just thought I had a bit of cramp in my calf," Carter-Vick
  
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• No team in World Cup history has done what Argentina did in rally past Egypt

  07-07-2026 21:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Argentina’s 3-2 stunner over Egypt Tuesday was the wildest game of a World Cup that’s been filled with thrillers.And the comeback from a 2-0 deficit late in the second half was the first of its kind. Per Greg Harvey of OptaStats, no team in World Cup history has rallied from a two-goal deficit in the 75th minute or later to secure a win in regulation.Teams in FIFA World Cup HISTORY to win in regular time despite being down 2+ goals in the 75th minute or later:
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• 👑 King Messi 😢 and Lautaro assist 🤩 Argentina comeback on social media 🤯

  07-07-2026 21:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👑 King Messi 😢 and Lautaro assist 🤩 Argentina comeback on social media 🤯Tears, disbelief, and an explosion of joy. In just a few minutes, Argentina went from the nightmare of elimination to celebrating one of the most incredible comebacks of the 2026 World Cup.Down 2-0 until the 79th minute, La Albiceleste turned it around to beat Egypt 3-2 thanks to yet another legendary night from Lionel Messi, who starred with an assist and a goal after also missing a penalty i
  
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• Argentina complete extraordinary comeback to beat Egypt

  07-07-2026 21:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA World CupArgentina 3 - 2 Egypt FTArgentina survived another almighty scare before delivering a scarcely believable second-half comeback to break Egypt hearts and reach the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.The reigning world champions - sent to extra time by Cape Verde in the last round - had looked set for a shock exit against the Pharaohs, who led 2-0 thanks to goals from Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Zico.But Cristian Romero halved the deficit 11 minutes from time before Lionel Messi &nd
  
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• Liverpool in position to seal deal for sensational talent

  07-07-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool in position to seal deal for sensational talentLiverpool are in a fantastic position to sign a brilliant talent. The Reds need it to happen, too.Liverpool went into this summer with the grand plan of signing Yan Diomande. The Ivorian is arguably the brightest young winger in Europe and the Reds are desperate for such a player.However, things didn't stick to that plan. Diomande essentially rejected Liverpool, making it clear that Paris Saint-Germain were his dream destination.It leaves
  
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• Shades of Keane and Gerrard in Bellingham display - Rooney

  07-07-2026 21:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bellingham's double helped England beat Mexico 3-2 [Getty Images]Wayne Rooney believes Jude Bellingham's performance against Mexico was reminiscent of heroic Champions League displays from Steven Gerrard and Roy Keane.England midfielder Bellingham, 23, scored twice in 98 seconds as Thomas Tuchel's side beat Mexico 3-2 despite finishing with 10 men in an epic World Cup clash at the Azteca.The hard-fought victory set up a quarter-final tie with Norway as England go in search of their first major t
  
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• Aston Villa Linked With La Liga Player As Onana’s Replacement: Why Paying A Premium Is Not Right?

  07-07-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Linked With La Liga Player As Onana’s Replacement: Why Paying A Premium Is Not Right?Amadou Onana’s World Cup is over. Worse still, his season is in tatters before it even began. The Belgium midfielder snapped his anterior cruciate ligament during a brutal knockout clash against the United States, leaving Unai Emery with a massive, gaping hole in the center of his pitch. Villa are returning to Europe’s elite tier, and they need a physical anchor right now.Spanish re
  
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• Fifa investigating alleged racist abuse of IShowSpeed

  07-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  IShowSpeed has more than 100 million followers across all social media platforms [Getty Images]Fifa has opened an investigation following allegations of racist abuse involving American social media influencer IShowSpeed and a supporter during Argentina's 3-2 win over Cape Verde on Friday.IShowSpeed - who has 57 million subscribers on YouTube and 53 million followers on TikTok - has live-streamed matches during the tournament, with Fifa president Gianni Infantino and ex-Barcelona and AC Milan for
  
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• FIFA condemns racist abuse toward IShowSpeed at World Cup match

  07-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA has launched an investigation into a confrontation between streamer IShowSpeed and a fan at Friday’s World Cup match between Argentina and Cape Verde.IShowSpeed was livestreaming the game and could be heard asking a fan in an Argentina jersey what was being said toward him. The fan, speaking in Spanish, appeared to be telling IShowSpeed, who is Black, to “go cry to the zoo.”"FIFA strongly condemns racism, hate and discrimination in all forms. These actions have no place in
  
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• 🤬 Egypt's brutal blast at the referee

  07-07-2026 21:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤬 Egypt's brutal blast at the refereeThe Egyptian player did not hesitate to state that the referee was unfair and that they are handing the Cup to Argentina.
  He scored two goals but only one counted. Ziko was one of the standout players despite Egypt’s defeat and, at the end of the match, he did not hesitate to say everything he thought about the referee’s performance."The referee is unfair, God is sufficient for me and the best disposer of affairs. He is wasting the effort
  
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• Manchester United Have Joined The Race For This Real Madrid Keeper: Good Fit For Carrick?

  07-07-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Have Joined The Race For This Real Madrid Keeper: Good Fit For Carrick?In a recent report, Fichajes claimed that Manchester United have joined the race for Real Madrid keeper Andriy Lunin. It has been mentioned that the Red Devils would have to compete with Inter Milan in the race to land the Ukrainian keeper this off-season.Lunin’s Limited Role At Real Madrid Last SeasonLunin struggled to earn regular first-team starts at the Madrid club in the previous campaign but mana
  
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• Man United Consider Multiple Midfielders After Missing Out On Targets

  07-07-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man United Consider Multiple Midfielders After Missing Out On TargetsManchester United Transfer Plans Take Shape as Midfield Hunt IntensifiesManchester United’s summer is already telling you something important. They know what the problem is, they know where the squad is short, and they are moving accordingly. The issue is whether they can turn intent into the right deals at the right price. That, as ever at Old Trafford, is where the serious work begins.According to The Athletic, “M
  
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• USMNT Crashes Out: Pulisic Leadership Drama, World Cup Takeaways & 2030 Lookahead

  07-07-2026 21:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The CooligansApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeIn this emotional and packed episode of Cooligans Daily Live, Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the devastating aftermath of the USMNT's early exit from the World Cup following a crushing defeat against Belgium. The guys dive deep into the mixed post-match reactions from the squad, parsing Christian Pulisic’s controversial, nonchalant injury comments against Tim Ream’s raw, tearful vulnerability. They debate
  
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• Argentina were doomed – then Lionel Messi did this to change everything

  07-07-2026 21:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lionel Messi changed pace and transformed another World Cup epic.One of greatest ever knock-out upsets becomes one of the greatest ever comebacks. Egypt might call it one of the great injustices. Argentina, for now, won’t care.This 3-2 victory over a spirited and justifiably aggrieved Egypt again exposed so many issues, but also so much fortitude - not least that of probably the greatest player of all time.The defending champions badly lack the quality and energy of 2022, but they have Mes
  
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• 👨🏻‍⚖️France and Morocco now have their referee appointed

  07-07-2026 21:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👨🏻‍⚖️France and Morocco now have their referee appointedArgentine referee Facundo Tello will be in charge of officiating the match between France and Morocco that opens the quarter-finals.
  It is still curious that France will have an Argentine referee in the quarter-finals, but that is what FIFA has decided.Facundo Tello will be the man in charge of officiating France vs Morocco, the match that kicks off the quarter-finals of this World Cup.With so many eyes alre
  
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• 🙌 Obelisco fills up: the joy of Argentina's win in Buenos Aires

  07-07-2026 21:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🙌 Obelisco fills up: the joy of Argentina's win in Buenos AiresToday has been one of those days when Argentina lifts its pride to the very top. One of those days when it doesn’t matter how the game is played because they left everything on the field and achieved a historic victory.And once the Scaloneta delivered its masterpiece, the streets of Buenos Aires began to fill up and the Obelisk once again became the gathering point.But it’s not only downtown Buenos Aires making it
  
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• FIFA reportedly suspended 2 U.S. Soccer officials before USMNT's loss to Belgium

  07-07-2026 21:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Two U.S. Soccer officials were reportedly suspended by FIFA ahead of the USMNT's game against Belgium. Team manager Sam Zapatka and U.S. Soccer vice president of security Frank Pannell were reportedly suspended ahead of that game, per Front Office Sports.It's unclear what led to those suspensions. A spokesperson from U.S. Soccer directed all inquiries from Front Office Sports to FIFA, which declined comment. The U.S. Soccer spokesperson did, however, acknowledge the suspensions.The suspensions c
  
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• Talks opened with £51m Real Madrid midfielder handpicked by Andoni Iraola

  07-07-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Talks opened with £51m Real Madrid midfielder handpicked by Andoni IraolaLiverpool could end up losing a midfielder or two in this summer transfer window. Inter Milan are pushing their luck when it comes to Curtis Jones - offering well beneath the outgoing Premier League champions’ asking price so far.The Anfield side want around £35m for Jones with Inter only coming up with around £22m. The Italian champions are prepared to wait it out for the 25-year-old who only has on
  
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• Lionel Messi Gets 8/10 | Argentina Players Rated After A Thrilling 3-2 Win Against Egypt In The FIFA World Cup 2026

  07-07-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lionel Messi Gets 8/10 | Argentina Players Rated After A Thrilling 3-2 Win Against Egypt In The FIFA World Cup 2026Pure, unadulterated madness. That is the only way to describe the bedlam that just unfolded in Atlanta in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Defending world champions Argentina looked dead, buried, and ready to pack their bags. Yet somehow, through sheer bloody-mindedness, they clawed their way back from the absolute edge of World Cup elimination to secure a breathless 3-2 victory against a m
  
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• 🎥 World Cup highlights: Drama v Egypt! Messi & co keep it tense

  07-07-2026 21:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 World Cup highlights: Drama v Egypt! Messi & co keep it tenseWhat an exciting World Cup Round of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt we witnessed! Up until the 78th minute, Lionel Messi and his teammates were still trailing 0–2 before they turned things around. You can watch the madness again here in the video. After such a crazy match, all Argentinians need to catch their breath first. Later in the evening, they’ll find out who their opponent in the quarterf
  
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• 👑 Messi infinite ∞ Leo in tears, still driving Argentina at 39

  07-07-2026 21:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👑 Messi infinite ∞ Leo in tears, still driving Argentina at 39It’s the World Cup of champions — that much is clear. Haaland, Mbappé, Kane: they’re all scoring, and they’re doing it constantly. But above all, Leo Messi. 
  At 39, just turned, the Rosario phenomenon is once again making global headlines and driving Argentina into the World Cup quarter-finals. But what a glorious madness unfolded in Atlanta, with a comeback that already feels historic
  
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• Real Madrid show interest in PSG midfielder valued at €40-50 million – report

  07-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid show interest in PSG midfielder valued at €40-50 million – reportPSG and Spain midfielder Fabian Ruiz has once again been linked with a move to Real Madrid.The 30-year-old midfielder was previously connected with the Spanish giants during his time at Napoli, but nothing ever came of it.Now, according to reports from France, as relayed by Mundo Deportivo, he has re-emerged as a potential target as Real Madrid closely monitor his situation at PSG.Contract situation raises qu
  
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• Manchester City Are Ready To Launch A Move For This Real Madrid Winger: Dream Signing For Maresca?

  07-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are Ready To Launch A Move For This Real Madrid Winger: Dream Signing For Maresca?In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Manchester City are ready to launch a move for Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior this summer. It is understood that the Mancunian club are eyeing a €150m move to sign the Brazilian talent this off-season.Vinicius Junior’s Excellent Form In Spanish FootballThe 25-year-old was a consistent performer for the Madrid giants in the previous campaign
  
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• The Numbers that confirm Barcelona gem as one of the best centre-backs at the World Cup

  07-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Numbers that confirm Barcelona gem as one of the best centre-backs at the World CupPau Cubarsí’s breakthrough at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has quickly become one of the standout stories of Spain’s campaign. The 19-year-old Barcelona defender has established himself as one of the tournament’s biggest revelations, delivering consistently outstanding performances despite his young age.Cubarsi is the only player under the age of 20 to have played every minute for his natio
  
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• Enzo Maresca to face Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid in opening fixtures as Man City manager

  07-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Enzo Maresca to face Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid in opening fixtures as Man City managerInter Milan and Atletico Madrid among opponents City will face ahead of Arsenal clashMatches will be Enzo Maresca’s first in charge after succeeding Pep GuardiolaAll matches to be broadcast on CITY+ as the Blues enter a new eraFull details have been revealed ahead of Manchester City’s 2026 Asia tour, with a trio of matches lined up to prepare for the upcoming season.For the first time since 20
  
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• Villa and Belgium midfielder Onana ruptures ACL

  07-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amadou Onana played four times for Belgium at World Cup 2026 [Getty Images]Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana has ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee while playing for Belgium at the World Cup.The 24-year-old was substituted 21 minutes into his side's 4-1 win over the United States in the last 16.Onana had gone down clutching his right knee after trying to get to the ball before Christian Pulisic.After being treated on the pitch he limped off and was later seen on cr
  
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• Lionel Messi in tears after dramatic Argentina win over Egypt in World Cup last 16

  07-07-2026 20:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lionel Messi was left in tears after helping inspire Argentina to a dramatic comeback win over Egypt and book their place in the World Cup 2026 quarter-finals.While Cristiano Ronaldo was crying as he exited the World Cup stage for likely the final time following Portugal’s late 1-0 loss to Spain last night, 24 hours later his great rival Messi was shedding tears of pure relief.Reigning champions Argentina looked set for a shock exit at the hands of a valiant Egypt team as they trailed 2-0
  
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• West Ham United sign former Manchester United prospect Wareing

  07-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham United sign former Manchester United prospect WareingWest Ham United have completed the signing of midfielder Sienna Wareing.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Hammers earlier today.The 18-year-old joins West Ham United after recently leaving Manchester United. Wareing has signed a three-year deal at The Chigwell Construction Stadium.Wareing didn’t feature for The Red Devils at first team level, however, she shone brightly in the cl
  
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