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• Micah Richards told his father died just before England-Argentina coverage started

  16-07-2026 12:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former England footballer and World Cup pundit Micah Richards was told of his father’s death just before going on air for England’s semi-final against Argentina.Richards, who won 13 caps for England, appeared alongside Joe Hart and Wayne Rooney on the BBC as Thomas Tuchel’s side suffered a late 2-1 defeat.Shortly after the game the TV favourite revealed that he had been told of his dad Lincoln’s death shortly before kickoff in Atlanta.Writing on Instagram, Richards said:
  
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• Davide Ancelotti steps out of Carlo’s shadow at Lille: ‘I’m here to write my own story’

  16-07-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Davide Ancelotti steps out of Carlo’s shadow at Lille: ‘I’m here to write my own story’Davide Ancelotti has been unveiled as Lille’s new head coach, and the 36-year-old made clear he carries one of football’s most famous surnames as a privilege rather than a burden.With quotes via Il Napolista, Ancelotti held his presentation press conference after leaving his father Carlo’s Brazil staff to take the reins of a club that has qualified for next season&rsqu
  
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• Spain NT offer key update on Lamine Yamal after he misses training

  16-07-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spain NT offer key update on Lamine Yamal after he misses trainingThe much-awaited match-up between Lionel Messi’s Argentina and Lamine Yamal’s Spain is only a few days away, as the two teams take each other on in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.However, heading into this high-octane clash, there were fears that Yamal could be a doubt after he missed Spain’s training session today.Yamal was seen completely strapped and skipping training as he was suffering from discomfort, leadin
  
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• Locker room video hints at potential jersey numbers for Real Madrid summer signings

  16-07-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Locker room video hints at potential jersey numbers for Real Madrid summer signingsAfter two consecutive trophyless campaigns, Real Madrid fans have every right to be excited about the season ahead.New coach Jose Mourinho has already made a lot of changes, notably convincing the club to buy four new players.The list includes Marc Cucurella, Bernardo Silva, Ibrahima Konate and Denzel Dumfries. While Real Madrid have not officially assigned jersey numbers for these new signings, Alex Moreno’
  
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• Liverpool told to go ‘all out’ in the transfer market to fix major problem

  16-07-2026 19:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool told to go ‘all out’ in the transfer market to fix major problemLiverpool Could Still Have Surprise Ayyoub Bouaddi Move in MindLiverpool’s midfield plans remain one of the biggest talking points of the summer, yet one name continues to hover in the background without attracting the same attention as Adam Wharton or João Gomes. During the latest edition of Media Matters on Anfield Index, Eddie Gibbs and Lewis Steele discussed Lille teenager Ayyoub Bouaddi, and w
  
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• Burnley sign Republic of Ireland youth international defender Sena

  16-07-2026 19:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Burnley sign Republic of Ireland youth international defender SenaBurnley have completed the signing of Republic of Ireland youth international defender Kiera Sena on a free transfer.The Clarettes announced the news via a post on their official club website earlier today.The 19-year-old full-back joins Burnley after leaving Southampton earlier this summer. She has signed a two-year deal at Turf Moor.Sena started out with SSE Airtricity League Women’s Premier Division club Cork City. She ma
  
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• World Cup 2026: Argentina-Spain final ticket prices approaching Super Bowl levels

  16-07-2026 19:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup final is set, and it will be Spain seeking its second title against reigning champion Argentina, who will be looking to add a fourth star to their jerseys.As we've seen throughout the tournament, there will be a high demand for tickets to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Argentina could be the first back-to-back champions since Brazil in 1958 and 1962, and the match could be the final time we see Lionel Messi play in a World Cup.If you want a seat for the Argentina-
  
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• Celtic’s Maik Nawroski set to join Lens

  16-07-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic’s Maik Nawroski set to join LensCeltic’s Maik Nawroski (25) is reportedly set to join RC Lens, according to information from Foot Mercato.Under contract with the Bhoys until May 2028, the Polish defender is coming off a successful season with Hannover 96, where he had been on loan since last summer. Having made 18 appearances for the German club, Nawroski started 17 of those matches, scoring no fewer than three goals and providing three assists.Signed by Celtic from Legia Wars
  
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• Stockport sign Shelbourne midfielder Wood

  16-07-2026 19:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Shutterstock]Stockport County have signed attacking midfielder Harry Wood from League of Ireland side Shelbourne FC for an undisclosed fee.The 23-year-old arrives at Edgeley Park on a three-year deal. Wood has scored 10 goals and made five assists in 24 league appearances during the current campaign.The Hull City academy graduate has European experience, playing in Champions League, Europa League and Conference League qualifiers for the Irish side.He has also had loan spells in the EFL with Scu
  
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• Report: Man City’s Foden offered to Milan as possible Leao replacement

  16-07-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Man City’s Foden offered to Milan as possible Leao replacementPhil Foden’s name has landed on Milan’s desk, with the Manchester City playmaker proposed to the Rossoneri as a potential reinforcement for their attacking midfield.According to Claudio Raimondi of SportMediaset, via MilanNews.it, an intermediary has offered Foden to several clubs, Milan among them, and the Italians are giving the profile genuine thought.The England international is coming off a difficult sea
  
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• Real Madrid want to complete the contract renewals of four dressing room heavyweights

  16-07-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid want to complete the contract renewals of four dressing room heavyweightsReal Madrid’s squad overhaul is extending far beyond the transfer market. Alongside a wave of new signings, the Merengues are also working to secure the long-term futures of the players they see as the foundation of their next era.After saying goodbye to several veteran stars such as Luka Modric, Lucas Vazquez, David Alaba, and Dani Carvajal in recent years, the club has ushered in a new generation.With Jo
  
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• PSG’s top attacking target at risk as Bundesliga side push for new contract

  16-07-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG’s top attacking target at risk as Bundesliga side push for new contractPSG’s top summer target in attack has long been rumoured as Yan Diomande – but rumours coming from German could mean a change in dynamics.If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content.PSG have yet to get into gear in terms of their signings this summer, and one of their top target seems to be trending f
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms surprise concrete interest in Mo Salah deal

  16-07-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms surprise concrete interest in Mo Salah dealLiverpool have lost Mo Salah. The Egyptian King, 34, reached an agreement to rip up his £400k per week contract one year early.Salah departs as a Liverpool legend but his last season at the club was soured slightly due to a fallout with the club’s top brass including Arne Slot.The two-time African footballer of the year is now free to choose his next destination and there is no shortage of suitors.Salah's next move:
  
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• Sunderland sign American keeper Schumacher

  16-07-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland sign American keeper SchumacherSunderland have completed the signing of American goalkeeper Noa Schumacher on a two-year deal.The Lady Black Cats announced news of the transfer via a post on their official club website this evening.The 26-year-old stopper joins Sunderland off the back of a two-year spell with Scottish Women’s Premier League (SWPL) club Hibernian. Schumacher was a SWPL title-winner with The Hibees in 2024/2025. In her time with Hibs, Schumacher made 51 appearance
  
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• Glasner accepts Forest move will upset Palace fans

  16-07-2026 18:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Oliver Glasner understands Crystal Palace fans will be upset by his move to Nottingham Forest. The former Eagles boss joined Forest on a three-year deal this month after leaving Selhurst Park at the end of last season.The two teams have struck up a rivalry since Forest took Palace's place in the Europa League last term.Eagles fans were unhappy with Forest's involvement in their demotion from the Europa League to Conference League for breaching multi-ownership rules, with Forest exp
  
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• Palace sign England Under-23 striker Lloyd-Smith

  16-07-2026 18:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lexi Lloyd-Smith has joined Crystal Palace until the summer of 2029 [Getty Images]Crystal Palace have signed England Under-23s striker Lexi Lloyd-Smith on a three-year deal.Lloyd-Smith, 23, was WSL2's top scorer last season, netting 23 times in 48 appearances for Bristol City.She will be playing in the top flight for the first time with the Eagles, who finished runners-up in the second tier last year to secure their return to the Women's Super League.Palace manager Jo Potter said Lloyd-Smith is
  
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• Tutonda signs for Accrington from Rochdale

  16-07-2026 18:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Shutterstock]Congolese defender David Tutonda has joined Accrington Stanley from Rochdale on a one-year deal.Tutonda, 30, came through the youth system at Cardiff City and has played for clubs including Gillingham, Morecambe and Barnet.Stanley boss John Doolan told the club website: "David is someone we've been looking at a while. He is a very good player, very experienced and knows the league well."A previous move to Stanley fell through and Tutonda said: "That was an opportunity I missed, so
  
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• Rangers 'the right place' for goalkeeper Ohba

  16-07-2026 18:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Rangers is "the right place for me", says Shu Ohba, after the goalkeeper signed a one-year deal with the club.The 24-year-old most recently played for Tokyo Verdy Beleza in the top flight of her home country, Japan."I am really excited to be here. Rangers is such a historic club with an amazing fanbase, so I am really excited," said Ohba."From the conversations I had with the club, I felt this was the right place for me to improve. I was just happy to get the opportunity to play he
  
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• Journalist: Tottenham Hotspur have joined the race to sign PSG forward

  16-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Tottenham Hotspur have joined the race to sign PSG forwardTottenham Transfer News: Spurs Join Race for Ibrahim MbayeTottenham Hotspur have moved into the picture for Paris Saint-Germain youngster Ibrahim Mbaye, with fresh reporting from Santi Aouna indicating Spurs are among the clubs showing serious interest in the 18-year-old ahead of a possible summer exit.It is a market development that makes sense on several levels. Tottenham have already been aggressive in their recruitment, br
  
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• “Agreement in place” – Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool have secured five year deal for midfielder

  16-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “Agreement in place” – Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool have secured five year deal for midfielderLiverpool Transfer News: Fabrizio Romano Confirms Major Contract NewsIn what could be the most important piece of business completed this summer, Liverpool appear to have secured a new contract for Dominik Szoboszlai.The 25-year-old has constantly grew in importance since his arrival on Merseyside back in 2023 and was a standout performer in a disastrous title defence under Arne
  
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• 'Nobody wants to get divorced' - Glasner on Forest challenge

  16-07-2026 18:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Oliver Glasner's first Premier League game in charge of Nottingham Forest will be at home to Leeds on 22 August [Getty Images]New Nottingham Forest boss Oliver Glasner joked about his sunburn as he sat at the City Ground. The affable Austrian - facing the press for the first time as Forest boss - was a little red in the face after catching the sun during Tuesday's training session.If that is the worst thing to happen to him over the next 12 months, he will have had a successful season. His was F
  
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• Leeds United keen on £40M Man City wantaway star amid wage and competition concerns

  16-07-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United keen on £40M Man City wantaway star amid wage and competition concernsLeeds United remain keen on signing Man City goalkeeper James Trafford this summerMan City open to selling Trafford, with Leeds able to match the club’s reported £40M asking priceTrafford’s wages & competition from Newcastle, Aston Villa & Tottenham are the key obstaclesLeeds United remain firmly in the running to sign Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford, with the Premier Leag
  
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• Forward Cain seals Everton return

  16-07-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Forward Cain seals Everton returnForward Hannah Cain has re-joined Everton on a free transfer.The Toffees announced the news via a post on their official club website earlier today.The 27-year-old returns to Merseyside for a second spell after she previously turned out for Everton between 2018 and 2020. The move comes after Cain left former club Leicester City last month following the conclusion of her contract at The King Power Stadium.Cain initially joined Everton from Sheffield FC in summer 2
  
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• Flick wants Barcelona to add one more pre-season friendly before La Liga begins

  16-07-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flick wants Barcelona to add one more pre-season friendly before La Liga beginsFC Barcelona could yet add another fixture to their pre-season schedule, with Hansi Flick keen for his squad to play one final friendly before the start of the new campaign, as per a report from Mundo Deportivo.The idea is for the fixture to take place in mid-August, potentially on the 15th.The Catalans are expected to confirm in the coming days their participation in a triangular tournament in Udine on August 8 again
  
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• Udinese striker Davis urges Zaniolo return amid contract stand-off

  16-07-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Udinese striker Davis urges Zaniolo return amid contract stand-offKeinan Davis has added his voice to Udinese’s efforts to resolve the Nicolò Zaniolo saga, with the striker making clear the squad wants their star man back among them.With quotes via TuttoMercatoWeb, Davis was speaking at the presentation of Udinese’s new home shirt, and addressed the absence of a teammate locked in a contractual stand-off with the club.“Nico is a very strong player, obviously we’d a
  
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• London City Lionesses sign Arsenal forward Kafaji

  16-07-2026 18:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  London City Lionesses sign Arsenal forward KafajiLondon City Lionesses have completed the signing of Arsenal forward Rosa Kafaji on a permanent deal.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Pride this evening.London City Lionesses have paid an undisclosed fee to secure the player’s services. Kafaji has signed a three-year deal with The Pride.The 23-year-old joined Arsenal from Swedish OBOS Damallsvenskan club BK Häcken in summer 2024. She wen
  
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• Glasner on joining Forest, replacing Anderson and being 'authentic'

  16-07-2026 18:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest boss Oliver Glasner has been speaking to the media for the first time since his appointment earlier this month.Here are the key lines from Thursday's news conference:The Austrian was contacted by "many clubs across Europe" after leaving Crystal Palace, but he wanted to stay in the Premier League and feels there is "a new book to be written" at Nottingham Forest.On what pulled him towards the job: "I had great talks with the owner [Evangelos Marinakis]. I went to Athens for a di
  
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• 💣 Milan dream of Foden, Juve-Icardi, Kean's future 🤷‍♂️: today's market 🤑

  16-07-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣 Milan dream of Foden, Juve-Icardi, Kean's future 🤷‍♂️: today's market 🤑It will be Spain vs Argentina in the World Cup final. After last night’s win over England, La Albiceleste joins La Roja in Sunday night’s blockbuster showdown. A match full of appeal that will decide who takes home the World Champion title.While we wait to enjoy the final act of this World Cup, we stay in Italy to take stock of the issue setting the summer ablaze: th
  
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• What changes at Atlético-MG for the Brasileirão restart?

  16-07-2026 18:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What changes at Atlético-MG for the Brasileirão restart?Atlético-MG is in the final stages of preparation for the restart of the Brazilian Championship.After the period without official matches, the fans want to know: what has coach Eduardo Domínguez changed in the team?The short answer is that the core of the squad has not gone through major upheavals in terms of personnel, but the team used the break to refine its chemistry and adjust important tactical details, acc
  
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• From France: Vaz’s injury not as serious as anticipated

  16-07-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From France: Vaz’s injury not as serious as anticipatedThe injury suffered by Robinio Vaz during one of Roma’s final training sessions appears to be less serious than initially feared. The young French striker suffered a torn collateral ligament in his right knee, a problem that will force him to temporarily interrupt his summer training.According to Foot Mercato journalist Sébastien Denis, the 2007-born player’s recovery time could be shorter than initially expected. He
  
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