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• Modric leaning towards retirement decision after 2026 World Cup

  12-06-2026 22:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Modric leaning towards retirement decision after 2026 World CupFriday’s reports claim that Luka Modric is increasingly likely to call it a day on his playing career at the end of the 2026 World Cup, despite having an option to extend his contract with Milan for another year.Reports claim Modric likely to retire after World CupModric will turn 41 in September, but showed that age is just a number during his first season in Serie A in 2025-26, cementing himself as a key player under Massimil
  
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• What can we learn from Arbeloa's time at Real Madrid?

  16-06-2026 09:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]By the time Alvaro Arbeloa was promoted from Real Madrid Castilla - sitting fourth in their Primera RFEF group at the time - he had created a football identity of teams with personality and wanting to dominate.Yet at the first team, he says he couldn't simply be himself.As he put it: "I had to be the manager I had to be."So his time as first-team manager at Real Madrid may be no real reference for Fulham.At Castilla, his side was built around what he calls offensive joy - possessio
  
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• The reasons behind Cucurella's curious Chelsea exit

  16-06-2026 09:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]The exit of Marc Cucurella from Chelsea is a curious one.Only last season, the Spain international agreed improved financial terms without extending his contract, a deal that was never formally announced by the club.After winning the European Championship with Spain, along with the Conference League and Club World Cup at Chelsea, Cucurella appeared to be an integral part of the side under former manager Enzo Maresca.However, his form dipped under Maresca's mid-season replacement, L
  
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• Kylian Mbappe explains how his life has changed since joining Real Madrid: ‘I can live more freely’

  16-06-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappe explains how his life has changed since joining Real Madrid: ‘I can live more freely’As France prepare to begin their World Cup campaign against Senegal, Kylian Mbappe has offered a rare glimpse into his life away from the pitch, discussing everything from his adaptation to Real Madrid to the painful memories that still linger from the 2022 World Cup final.In an extensive appearance on Le Parisien ahead of his tournament debut, the Real Madrid superstar reflected on his
  
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• 'Not a model' - Bielsa refuses to engage with World Cup photoshoot

  16-06-2026 09:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  All teams and managers at the World Cup are taking part in different photoshoots [Getty Images]One thing about Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa is that he is definitely his own man.Whether it is his nickname of 'El Loco' (The Crazy One), his obsessive attention to detail or sitting on an ice box during matches, the former Leeds manager is well known as a maverick.And the 70-year-old seems to have kept up his reputation in his official Fifa portrait for the World Cup.Unlike most players and managers
  
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• 🤯 No lettering in stock! Which 3️⃣ Germany shirts you can't order

  16-06-2026 09:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤯 No lettering in stock! Which 3️⃣ Germany shirts you can't orderThe DFB team celebrated a successful start with seven goals against Curaçao. World Cup euphoria is also slowly arriving in Germany. At least, it seems that quite a number of DFB jerseys have been sold in recent weeks. Supplier Adidas is currently dealing with delivery problems. As a result, the jerseys of three current DFB players cannot be ordered online. The reason is that the letter V is currentl
  
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• Paris Saint-Germain centre-back to join Manchester City on five-year contract

  16-06-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Paris Saint-Germain centre-back to join Manchester City on five-year contractManchester City have successfully raided the Parc des Princes academy infrastructure, poaching one of French football’s finest young defensive names.The teenage prodigy has decisively rejected a renewal package in his home country to buy into the development pipeline at the Etihad Stadium.A definitive long-term developmental blueprint has already been mapped out by City’s board, balancing initial integration
  
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• Barcelona wonderkid makes history at the World Cup

  16-06-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona wonderkid makes history at the World CupBarcelona’s long-term investment in Hamza Abdelkarim continues to look increasingly promising after the young forward achieved a remarkable milestone on football’s biggest stage. As such, after appearing in the tournament opener against Belgium, the 18-year-old became the youngest player ever to represent Egypt at a FIFA World Cup.The teenager was introduced in the 75th minute of Egypt’s 1-1 draw and immediately entered the
  
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• Meet the Iraq player set to make history for Pakistan

  16-06-2026 08:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zidane Iqbal plays for FC Utrecht after coming through Manchester United's academy [Getty Images]A former Manchester United prospect will make men's World Cup history if he steps on to the pitch for Iraq on Tuesday - but not for the country he is representing.The moment will instead be monumental for fans in Pakistan, a nation of more than 240 million people – the fifth largest population in the world – whose football team have never reached a World Cup.In fact, they have won just on
  
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• 'McInnes and Rohl moves are done deals' - gossip

  16-06-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Contracts have been agreed for head coach Danny Rohl's switch from Rangers to RB Salzburg and for Hearts' Derek McInnes to arrive at Ibrox as his replacement, but talks are continuing about the German's desire to take his backroom team with him. (Scottish Sun)Rangers are set to receive a £2m compensation fee when head coach Danny Rohl's switch to RB Salzburg is completed. (The National)Senior Hearts officials will interview candidates this week as they prepare for head coach Derek McInnes'
  
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• 🗞️ Spain disappointed, France and Argentina dream: Tuesday's front pages

  16-06-2026 08:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗞️ Spain disappointed, France and Argentina dream: Tuesday's front pagesThe global sports press is crying out over the first major shock of the 2026 World Cup. The Spanish national team recorded a disappointing goalless draw against a modest but well-organized Cape Verde side, setting off alarm bells and opening the tournament with a worrying lack of cutting edge and sharpness in front of goal.While Luis de la Fuente’s men lick their wounds and are left with no margin for er
  
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• Strasburg’s Diego Moreira proposed to Roma

  16-06-2026 08:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Strasburg’s Diego Moreira proposed to RomaHaving overcome the obstacle of the settlement agreement with UEFA, which must be respected by June 30th, Roma will move forward with the acquisitions needed to strengthen Gasperini’s squad. The Grugliasco-born coach needs to raise the level of the attacking department with forwards who can support Malen, also in terms of scoring goals.Roma’s dream remains Greenwood. At the opposite end, however, as reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport,
  
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• Gasperini asks Roma to keep Kone and Ndicka

  16-06-2026 08:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini asks Roma to keep Kone and NdickaGasperini’s Roma is taking shape ahead of next season.With the Champions League in sight, the Giallorossi coach wants to build a strong squad.According to Corriere dello Sport, Gasperini has specifically asked the club to retain Evan Ndicka and Manu Koné, two players considered crucial to next season’s technical project. This very stance helps clarify the Giallorossi’s transfer strategies. With June 30th approaching and the need
  
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• Tunisia sack Lamouchi just one game into World Cup

  16-06-2026 08:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamouchi won just one of his five matches in charge of Tunisia [Getty Images]Tunisia have sacked head coach Sabri Lamouchi following the side's defeat in their opening World Cup 2026 fixture.Sweden inflicted a heavy 5-1 defeat on Tunisia in Sunday's Group F tie at the Estadio Monterrey in Guadalupe, Mexico.Reports after that loss suggested Lamouchi had been immediately sacked but sources told BBC Sport that the 54-year-old took training on Monday.However, the Tunisian Football Association has no
  
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• Stats: Barcelona midfielder underwhelms for Spain in World Cup opener

  16-06-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stats: Barcelona midfielder underwhelms for Spain in World Cup openerSpain’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign got off to a disappointing start after a goalless draw against Cape Verde, but the result was not solely down to their inability to finish chances. While Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha stole the spotlight with a string of outstanding saves, attention has also turned towards Barcelona midfielder Gavi, whose inclusion in the starting lineup surprised many and sparked even more debate
  
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• Premier League champions express interest in signing Real Madrid-bound midfielder – report

  16-06-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League champions express interest in signing Real Madrid-bound midfielder – reportNico Paz was initially rumoured as Real Madrid’s first signing of the summer with the club eyeing him as a solution to their midfield instability.Having spent two years under Cesc Fabregas in Italy, the player was also open to a move back home provided he was guaranteed an important role in the side.Los Blancos initially appeared set to promise the player what he demanded, but the arrival of Ber
  
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• Genoa interested in Robinio Vaz

  16-06-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Genoa interested in Robinio VazRobinio Vaz continues to attract the attention of several clubs ahead of the upcoming transfer window. After being linked with Bologna in recent weeks, Genoa has reportedly begun monitoring the situation of the French striker, currently owned by Roma. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Rossoblu club is reportedly considering a loan move for the young striker, building on the good relationship established between the two clubs following the Baldanzi deal. Dan
  
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• Andoni Iraola to make first transfer demand at Liverpool

  16-06-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola to make first transfer demand at LiverpoolAndoni Iraola has a lot of work to do with his Liverpool team this summer. The Reds massively underperformed during the 2025-26 season with fans demanding that changes are made.And, even though most people didn't expect Arne Slot to be relived of his duties, Fenway Sports Group got rid of him and replaced him with the Spaniard.Several players have already exited Liverpool ahead of the 2026-27 season so there are already many players that Li
  
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• The real reason why England must top their World Cup group

  16-06-2026 08:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  If the first few days of the 2026 World Cup have taught us anything, it is that predicting how the tournament will pan out makes fools of us all. Cape Verde were not meant to shut out Spain, many people’s favourites. Australia were not meant to beat a talented Turkey. Morocco were not meant to match the might of Brazil.We can try, of course. Theoretically, there should be a material benefit in topping each group. Group winners will be rewarded in one of two ways by Fifa’s new 48-team
  
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• Summerville currently not a priority for Roma

  16-06-2026 08:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Summerville currently not a priority for RomaCrysencio Summerville stole the show in the Netherlands’ draw with Japan. The Dutch winger scored the goal that made it 2-1, but couldn’t fully celebrate after the Japanese side equalized. Roma has him on their list of potential summer signings and continues to monitor him, but as Sportitalia reported, he’s not a priority. Indeed, Gian Piero Gasperini’s main target for the position remains Mason Greenwood.The World Cup could be
  
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• World Cup 2026: England face tough test in Group L

  16-06-2026 08:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup 2026: England face tough test in Group LEngland head into the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the third favourites with the bookmakers to win the tournament.While odds of 13/2 for the Three Lions to lift the trophy may be tempting for sports bettors, their previous record in major tournaments is concerning.The Three Lions’ only previous success in the World Cup was on home soil in 1966. They have never won the European Championship and generally come up short when the heat is on.Thomas Tu
  
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• Inside Thomas Tuchel’s England reign and how the ‘impossible job’ became perfect for a German

  16-06-2026 08:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The smiles said enough. After Thomas Tuchel’s first training sessions with England, one of the players’ assessments was instant.“That’s what an elite environment is supposed to feel like.” The squad still have a great respect for Gareth Southgate, but they all knew Tuchel’s coaching was closer to what they’re used to at club level. The system was instantly more sophisticated, with more depth to triangulated moves, and more integrated pressing.Tuchel, on
  
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• France predicted XI v Senegal: Désiré Doué and William Saliba to start

  16-06-2026 08:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France predicted XI v Senegal: Désiré Doué and William Saliba to startThere are two big questions for France going into their FIFA World Cup opener against Senegal on Tuesday night.The first pertains to who will start on the left wing. Marcus Thuram started there against the Ivory Coast in a World Cup warm-up, however, it was Désiré Doué who started against Northern Ireland. He struggled and there have been reports that Bradley Barcola may be preferred t
  
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• Iran slams World Cup travel chaos after draw with New Zealand — 'Everything is a disaster'

  16-06-2026 08:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Shortly after opening World Cup play with a disappointing 2-2 draw with New Zealand on Monday night, Iranian players and coaches slammed the treatment that their team has received in the U.S. so far.They argued that Iran was at a competitive disadvantage because the team was ordered to fly into Los Angeles on the eve of the New Zealand match and fly straight back to its base camp in Tijuana late Monday night. “They didn’t even give us time to recover,&r
  
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• 📲 Tuesday's schedule: cup brings debuts for France, Argentina and Norway

  16-06-2026 08:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📲 Tuesday's schedule: cup brings debuts for France, Argentina and NorwayWORLD CUP4:00 PM - France vs. Senegal - Globo, SBT, SporTV, NSports, Globoplay (GE TV) and YT (CazéTV)
  7:00 PM - Iraq vs. Norway - YouTube (CazéTV)
  10:00 PM - Argentina vs. Algeria - YouTube (CazéTV)
  1:00 AM - Austria vs. Jordan - Globo, SporTV and YouTube (CazéTV)
  BRAZILIAN CHAMPIONSHIP - SERIE B8:00 PM - Fortaleza vs. América-MG - ESPN, XSports and Disney+This article was translat
  
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• Real Madrid academy prospect facing uncertain future

  16-06-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid academy prospect facing uncertain futureReal Madrid barely had any bright spots in midfield last season as they were exposed time and time again in the middle of the park across competitions.While the likes of Eduardo Camavinga and Jude Bellingham simply never hit their best level, others like Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde crumbled under the pressure of carrying the team alone.A brief period of stability, however, arrived when Alvaro Arbeloa handed the academy prospect Th
  
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• FIFA to pay barred referee Omar Artan full World Cup fee despite USA travel snub

  16-06-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA to pay barred referee Omar Artan full World Cup fee despite USA travel snubSomalian referee Omar Artan will still receive his full FIFA payment for the 2026 World Cup, despite being unable to take part in the tournament.According to talkSPORT, Artan is in line to pocket the previously agreed ‘five-figure’ World Cup fee in full after being denied entry into the United States.The 34-year-old official had been selected as one of the Confederation of African Football’s represe
  
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• Deco and Flick identify Manchester City youngster as ideal fit for Barcelona project

  16-06-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Deco and Flick identify Manchester City youngster as ideal fit for Barcelona projectBarcelona are once again looking closely at a player who slipped through their grasp not too long ago. As preparations continue for the 2026/27 campaign, SPORT reports that the Catalan giants have renewed their interest in Brazilian defender Vitor Reis, who spent the 2025/26 season on loan at Girona.The young centre-back was heavily linked with Barcelona before eventually joining Manchester City from Palmeir
  
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• What does the future hold for Rashford?

  16-06-2026 08:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marcus Rashford during training with England in Kansas City [Getty Images]Marcus Rashford didn't give the impression of being consumed by concerns about his future as he trained in heat that climbed above 30 degrees in Kansas City.In fairness, now is not the time to have attention diverted by club matters. For the next month or so, Rashford's concentration is on England.On Sunday, at least for the 15 minutes when cameras were allowed in to film training, that meant linking up with Jude Bellingha
  
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• World Cup 2026: Cape Verde veteran takes over social media, Tunisia act ruthlessly, Messi set to make history

  16-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup 2026: Cape Verde veteran takes over social media, Tunisia act ruthlessly, Messi set to make historyIf the opening days of the tournament have taught us anything, it’s that reputations count for very little once the FIFA World Cup gets underway.Upsets continue to pile up, unexpected heroes are stealing the spotlight and some of the biggest contenders are already being forced to look over their shoulders.Stay with us as we revisit the key talking points and look ahead to another da
  
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