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• Morocco beat Haiti to progress as runners-up

  25-06-2026 02:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA World CupMorocco 4 - 2 Haiti FTGessime Yassine scored Morocco's fourth in dramatic win [Getty Images]Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine scored late goals for Morocco to deny Haiti their first-ever World Cup point in Atlanta.Morocco pegged the Caribbean nation back twice - thanks to goals from Achraf Hakimi and Ismael Saibari - before Rahimi scored with 12 minutes to go and Yassine secured the victory.The win was not enough for Morocco to top Group C as Brazil comfortably beat Scotland in M
  
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• 🎥 Parties everywhere, colour in the stands... World Cup fun 🤣

  25-06-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Parties everywhere, colour in the stands... World Cup fun 🤣The first phase is entering its final stretch. But the reactions keep coming, especially with everything that’s still to come...Long night in Bosnia...It has been a long night in some parts of the world. Just ask Bosnia and Herzegovina. The country has erupted with joy after qualifying for the next round, and the night has been very, very long......And in South AfricaIf the night has been long in Bosnia and Herzeg
  
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• What time is the Carabao Cup first-round draw?

  25-06-2026 09:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With the World Cup being in full swing, the start of the new domestic season is also inching ever closer and the draw for the first round of the Carabao Cup will take place this week. The first round will feature 70 clubs, 68 EFL sides plus two teams from a preliminary round, due to the participation of nine Premier League clubs in European competition next season. The preliminary round will see Tranmere Rovers take on Rochdale on 1 August while Crawley Town face York City on 3 August to determi
  
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• Real Madrid set to demand financial compensation for exit-bound midfielder amid free transfer speculation – report

  25-06-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid set to demand financial compensation for exit-bound midfielder amid free transfer speculation – reportDani Ceballos’ future at Real Madrid remains one of the key stories to watch this summer, but a fresh report has cast doubt on recent claims surrounding the midfielder’s expected departure.Over the past few weeks, multiple reports suggested that Real Madrid were prepared to let Ceballos leave without demanding a transfer fee. The idea was that the club’s
  
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• Manchester City and Hugo Viana ready to meet £100M fee for Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers

  25-06-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City and Hugo Viana ready to meet £100M fee for Aston Villa’s Morgan RogersArsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City are in active talks over signing Morgan RogersAston Villa are insisting Rogers will cost in excess of £100M this summerArsenal are understood to have made the most impression on the player and his camp so farManchester City are among three Premier League heavyweights locked in an intensifying race to sign Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, with Arsenal and
  
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• Barcelona-linked Spain forward finally responds to transfer speculation: ‘I don’t waste much time on it’

  25-06-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona-linked Spain forward finally responds to transfer speculation: ‘I don’t waste much time on it’Barcelona have been linked with several attacking players ahead of the new season, and one of the latest names to emerge is Real Sociedad captain Mikel Oyarzabal. While speculation surrounding his future continues to grow, the experienced Spain international insists his full attention remains on the FIFA World Cup.In an interview with Mundo Deportivo, Oyarzabal addressed
  
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• What do Netherlands, Sweden and Japan need to qualify for the World Cup knockouts from Group F?

  25-06-2026 08:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup 2026 is nearing the end of its group stage with teams now seeking to confirm their spots in the knockout rounds. A hefty 32 of the 48 nations will progress to the next stage of the competition as the top two sides in each group automatically qualify followed by the eight highest point scorers who finish in third. That means there is lots to play for in the final round of fixtures with progression to the last-32 a plausible possibility for a vast majority of teams after two rounds o
  
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• What do Curacao, Ivory Coast and Ecuador need to qualify for the World Cup knockouts from Group E?

  25-06-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Curacao bid to became the smallest nation to qualify for the World Cup knockout stages as they battle Ivory Coast and Ecuador in the Group E finale. The Caribbean nation bounced back from their 7-1 defeat to Germany by claiming a historic 0-0 draw with Ecuador, with goalkeeper Eloy Room producing a masterclass between the posts with a 15-save performance. Eloy Room helped secure Curacao their first World Cup point (PA)Curacao, led by veteran Dutch coach Dick Advocaat, play Ivory Coast in their f
  
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• MLS Chief Opens Door to Mo Salah After Liverpool Departure

  25-06-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MLS Chief Opens Door to Mo Salah After Liverpool DepartureSalah MLS Transfer Talk Grows After Liverpool ExitGarber Makes MLS Ambition ClearMohamed Salah’s next move now carries the sort of intrigue that only truly elite footballers create. After years of defining Liverpool’s modern era, the Egyptian forward is approaching free agency with options, leverage and a global profile few clubs can ignore.With Salah’s Liverpool contract expiring at the end of June, attention has natura
  
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• The Erling Haaland transformation driving Norway’s historic World Cup campaign

  25-06-2026 08:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  When Norway posed for perhaps the most iconic picture any squad managed before the World Cup, paying tribute to their ancestors’ seafaring past, one player looked still better suited to the Viking warrior’s garb than the rest. Perhaps it was Erling Haaland’s height, or his long blond locks. He seemed dressed to terrorise; although, that said, he often does in the distinctly modern sky-blue shirt of Manchester City as well. But, a thousand years after exiles from Norway –
  
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• What can USA gain from Turkey dead rubber? This Mauricio Pochettino speech tells us everything

  25-06-2026 08:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Back in November, amidst a never-ending list of international friendlies for the United States, Mauricio Pochettino took an abnormal approach. Rather than prioritise the scoreline for a co-host keen to build momentum for a first home World Cup in 32 years, the USA boss fully rotated for a clash against Uruguay, completely changing the outfit that defeated Paraguay three days earlier. The priority was group harmony and squad unity. Pochettino saw his second-string players perform against high-ran
  
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• Richard Hughes now ready to take shock Darwin Nunez call

  25-06-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes now ready to take shock Darwin Nunez callDarwin Nunez is in the midst of a career crisis - with Liverpool one of the teams linked with a rescue mission. The outgoing Premier League champions sold Nunez to Al-Hilal last summer for an initial £46m. Nunez got off to a decent start in the Saudi Pro League but his club career has effectively been put on hold since February.Al-Hilal signed Karim Benzema on a money-spinning deal - with Nunez being de-listed from the Riyadh giants&r
  
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• Marc Cucurella urges Chelsea mainstay to join him at Real Madrid: ‘Would be great’

  25-06-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marc Cucurella urges Chelsea mainstay to join him at Real Madrid: ‘Would be great’Marc Cucurella has barely arrived at Real Madrid, but the Spanish international is already embracing the expectations that come with representing the European champions.Speaking to Radio Marca, the left-back reflected on his move to the Santiago Bernabeu, discussed what it will take to succeed under the spotlight and revealed why he hopes former Chelsea teammate Enzo Fernandez joins him in Madrid before
  
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• Atletico Madrid’s Alex Baena reacts to Julian Alvarez’s statement amid Barcelona links: ‘I would chain him down’

  25-06-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid’s Alex Baena reacts to Julian Alvarez’s statement amid Barcelona links: ‘I would chain him down’Barcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez continues to dominate the summer transfer window, and the Argentine striker’s latest comments about wanting a new challenge have now prompted a response from his Atletico Madrid teammate.Following Argentina’s World Cup clash against Austria, Alvarez admitted that he believes“a transfer is best for eve
  
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• Neymar - the return of Brazil's forgotten hero

  25-06-2026 08:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Neymar played 20 minutes against Scotland in Miami [Getty Images]"Neymar needs no ulterior motivation. Everyone loves him here."If Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti needed any evidence to back up his statement in a makeshift Miami press room on Wednesday, he did not need to delve too deeply.Just a few hours earlier, in the stuffy and sticky area of Miami Gardens, any sign of the nation's forgotten prodigal son was met with hysteria. Pure and unadulterated fandom in all its blazing yellow glory.Almo
  
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• Best World Cup stadium? BBC Sport experts have their say

  25-06-2026 08:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Los Angeles Stadium hosts eight matches, including three knockout games, at the 2026 World Cup [Getty Images]With 16 cities across three nations hosting the 2026 World Cup, we have been treated to some very impressive stadiums.From Mexico's iconic Azteca Stadium - where the opening game took place - to New York New Jersey Stadium, which hosts the final on 19 July, players, fans and reporters have been taking in some new venues.But which ones have lived up to expectations? And have any proved und
  
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• The nine World Cup results Scotland need to qualify for knockout stages

  25-06-2026 08:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scotland‘s World Cup hopes are on the brink after finishing third in Group C following a 3-0 defeat to Brazil - and their fate is out of their hands. Steve Clarke’s side defeated Haiti in their opening match before a slim 1-0 loss to Morocco. A dispiriting defeat to Brazil left them with just three points and a goal difference of -3, as well as an agonising wait to determine if they’ll make it into the knockout rounds. From 12 groups only the best eight third placed finishers w
  
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• Neymar is back, and into the legend 👑

  25-06-2026 08:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Neymar is back, and into the legend 👑King is back.Tonight, one of the great moments of the 2026 World Cup took place.After three years away, Neymar made his return to the Brazil national team, coming on with twenty minutes left in the match against Scotland, on the occasion of the third and final matchday of the group stage of this 2026 World Cup.A highly emotional comeback with the Seleção, marked in particular by tears from the former PSG star at the end of the match, but
  
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• Marc Cucurella opens up on Real Madrid transfer: ‘There was no interest from Barcelona’

  25-06-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marc Cucurella opens up on Real Madrid transfer: ‘There was no interest from Barcelona’When the FIFA World Cup began, Real Madrid had no representative in the Spanish national team and a lot was said about the same. After all, it was the first time that even a single player of the club did not make the cut.Florentino Perez, however, turned that situation around with an unprecedented masterstroke – he signed Marc Cucurella from Chelsea overnight and reinforced the left-back posi
  
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• Cubarsi talks Alvarez, Gordon, Messi, Araujo: ‘Would be a dream to face him in World Cup final’

  25-06-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cubarsi talks Alvarez, Gordon, Messi, Araujo: ‘Would be a dream to face him in World Cup final’Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi continues to establish himself as one of football’s brightest young leaders, and his latest interview with SPORT offered a glimpse into the mindset that has made him a key figure for both club and country.The 19-year-old has become an undisputed starter for Spain during the FIFA World Cup, playing a major role in the team’s impressive defensive dis
  
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• Michael Edwards is building a Liverpool super team

  25-06-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael Edwards is building a Liverpool super teamMichael Edwards is now building a super team for Liverpool. Michael Edwards has come under a bit more scrutiny recently.Since returning as FSG’s Head of Football Operations, Edwards has been heavily involved in shaping the club’s strategy, including overseeing a significant amount of spending last summer.When things don't quite work-out, you are going to be under the pressure and so far the results have been mixed. Sure, a Premier Lea
  
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• 25 year old Juventus midfielder linked with PSG move by Italian media

  25-06-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  25 year old Juventus midfielder linked with PSG move by Italian mediaSources in Italy are talking about a move from PSG for Khephren Thuram, although we suspect it’s just wishful thinking.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.Sources in Italy are reporting that PSG have made an enquiry about Khephren Thuram, according to translated reports by Get French Football News,Since leaving
  
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• Report: Aston Villa consider £56m raid as Newcastle exodus set to continue

  25-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Aston Villa consider £56m raid as Newcastle exodus set to continueAston Villa Transfer News: Woltemade Question Poses Emery DilemmaVilla Monitor Newcastle StrikerAston Villa’s summer planning has been given another intriguing subplot, with AS credited for the original information that Unai Emery’s side are among the clubs keeping tabs on Newcastle United striker Nick Woltemade.The report places Villa alongside Borussia Dortmund and Atletico Madrid in the queue of admire
  
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• Inter Milan ready to do ‘anything’ to sign former Real Madrid academy graduate

  25-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter Milan ready to do ‘anything’ to sign former Real Madrid academy graduateNico Paz’s future has become quite the saga this summer, but not for the reasons initially expected by the Real Madrid faithful.As a former academy graduate of Los Blancos, Paz enjoyed exceeding success during his time at Como. Aware of the development, Real Madrid were said even to have an agreement in place to bring him home.Jose Mourinho’s appointment and the manager’s clear demand to s
  
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• Cucurella opens up on failed Barcelona transfer: “There was no interest from Barça”

  25-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cucurella opens up on failed Barcelona transfer: “There was no interest from Barça”Barcelona’s plans at left-back have become much clearer after Marc Cucurella publicly denied ever being a transfer target for the Catalan club before completing his move to Real Madrid.For weeks, reports in Spain suggested Barcelona were monitoring the Spanish international as a possible replacement if Alejandro Balde left the club during the summer transfer window. Those rumours gath
  
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• 🔥 South Africa make history, into last 32! Mexico treble, Czechia OUT! 🥹

  25-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔥 South Africa make history, into last 32! Mexico treble, Czechia OUT! 🥹South Africa makes history and reaches the knockout stage of a World Cup for the first time ever. In Monterrey, a 1-0 win over South Korea is enough to secure second place in Group A behind Mexico and book a clash against Canada in Los Angeles.Want to stay up to date on everything happening in the USA, Mexico and Canada? Don’t forget to bookmark the World Cup! To follow the competition, search for &ldqu
  
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• Could Manchester City be poised to enter the race to sign a Moroccan midfield sensation?

  25-06-2026 07:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Could Manchester City be poised to enter the race to sign a Moroccan midfield sensation?At some point in the near future Manchester City will have to replace Rodri. How City go about that task isn’t immediately clear. Perhaps the best course of action is for them to sign Rodri’s replacement and let them learn from the Ballon d’Or-winning midfielder for a period of time about how to play arguably the most complex midfield role in a City side. One player who could potentially ser
  
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• Richard Hughes would be crazy to sell ‘fearless’ Liverpool star before one thing happens

  25-06-2026 07:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes would be crazy to sell ‘fearless’ Liverpool star before one thing happensRichard Hughes has a lot of work to do this summer.After his £450 million spend last time around, he probably thought that he'd have an easy-going summer.However, that has certainly not been the case with Andoni Iraola and Hughes already confirming their first signing of the season in Victor Munoz.But, for Liverpool to make additions to their squad, they'll need to move some players on which
  
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• Malo Gusto awaiting Enzo Maresca’s Man City appointment amid Chelsea future doubt

  25-06-2026 07:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Malo Gusto awaiting Enzo Maresca’s Man City appointment amid Chelsea future doubtGusto open to reuniting with former Chelsea boss Maresca at Man City this summerChelsea insiders confirm other top European clubs have also indicated interest in the 23-year-oldMaresca expected to be formally appointed as Manchester City manager in the coming daysManchester City may have received a significant boost to any hopes of luring Malo Gusto from Chelsea to the Etihad Stadium this summer.Gusto has esta
  
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• A new dimension seems set to be added to the Manchester City midfield

  25-06-2026 07:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A new dimension seems set to be added to the Manchester City midfieldFor the past week, it has seemed that Manchester City are on the verge of completing a record-breaking deal to sign Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest. Fabrizio Romano reported last week that City were confident of signing the England international. Now two new reports have emerged that state City and Forest are edging closer to agreeing on a deal that will see Elliot Anderson sign for the Carabao Cup and FA Cup holders. On
  
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