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• Newcastle closing in on Liverpool forward Kiernan

  22-07-2026 08:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leanne Kiernan was Liverpool's top-scorer in 2021-22 when they won WSL 2 [Getty Images]Newcastle United are in advanced talks to sign Republic of Ireland forward Leanne Kiernan from Liverpool.The 27-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan at Nottingham Forest but still has more than a year remaining on her Liverpool contract.It means second-tier Newcastle would be expected to pay a fee to bring in Kiernan, who has been at Liverpool for five years and signed an extension in 2025.The
  
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• Mark van Bommel set to become Belgium manager, reports

  22-07-2026 10:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mark van Bommel set to become Belgium manager, reportsHe knows the country well.With Rudi Garcia not being kept on, the Belgian Football Federation has reportedly already found his successor to take charge of the national team!Indeed, as announced this Wednesday morning by Fabrizio Romano and the Belgian media, an agreement has been reached with former Dutch midfielder Mark van Bommel until 2028.The man who began his coaching career in 2018 at PSV Eindhoven is therefore expected to take charge o
  
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• Official: Roma unveil new adidas home kit for 2026-27

  22-07-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Roma unveil new adidas home kit for 2026-27Roma have officially unveiled their new adidas home kit for the 2026-27 season, check out the pictures and details below!The new Giallorossi strip is now available online and in-store: The shirt features a red base with yellow details and trims, which ‘celebrates the club’s enduring identity through a clean and confident interpretation of its iconic colours’.This is the third season of Roma’s agreement with Adidas. Last
  
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• Brasileirão, Sula and Conference play-offs on Wednesday, see fixtures 📲

  22-07-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brasileirão, Sula and Conference play-offs on Wednesday, see fixtures 📲Today’s Highlights 🔥Serie A7:30 PM – Coritiba vs Palmeiras – Amazon Prime Video
  9:30 PM – Sao Paulo vs Athletico Paranaense – Premiere, Rede Globo, Ge TV
  9:30 PM – Internacional vs Cruzeiro – Premiere, Rede Globo
  9:30 PM – Chapecoense AF vs Flamengo – Premiere, Rede Globo
  Serie B7:30 PM – Operario Ferroviario vs Ponte Preta – Disney+ Prem
  
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• Real Madrid star Rodrygo on track for earlier-than-expected return

  22-07-2026 10:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star Rodrygo on track for earlier-than-expected returnIt has been around four months, 138 days to be precise, since the Real Madrid forward Rodrygo Goes suffered his latest injury, an anterior cruciate ligament tear and associated meniscus tear in his right knee. This injury, suffered on 2nd March, brought a premature end to his club season, and more sadly for the player, also meant him missing the World Cup 2026.At the time of his injury, he was expected to spend between ten to twel
  
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• Chelsea bid for Scott and eye Stones

  22-07-2026 10:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Bournemouth have rejected a £64m bid from Chelsea for midfielder Alex Scott.The Cherries made it clear to the Blues that any further approaches would not be welcomed and that they intend to keep hold of one of their star players.However, it remains a difficult situation for the club as the England Under-21 international has rejected a new contract that has been on the table for at least two months.Arsenal, Manchester United, Tottenham and Manchester City also expressed an int
  
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• UEFA Euro 2028: Everything you need to know about hosts, dates, qualifiers & more

  22-07-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA Euro 2028: Everything you need to know about hosts, dates, qualifiers & moreUEFA EURO 2028 is set to bring the tournament back to the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland, with England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales preparing to host Europe’s most prestigious international competition.From venues and dates to qualifying rules, format changes and the defending champions, here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming tournament.Meet the hostsEngland, Northern
  
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• 'Chelsea are the biggest club in London' - Rogers

  22-07-2026 10:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]New Chelsea signing Morgan Rogers says he is "really excited" about "where the club is heading" under new manager Xabi Alonso. The Blues completed the signing of England midfielder Rogers from Aston Villa for a British record transfer fee of £117m on Monday.It had been widely expected that Rogers, who was Villa's most prized asset, would be available only for an English transfer record fee, but many expected Arsenal to be the frontrunners.However, Chelsea had been tracking Ro
  
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• Alexis Mac Allister’s father responds to Real Madrid transfer rumours: ‘For now, he will…’

  22-07-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alexis Mac Allister’s father responds to Real Madrid transfer rumours: ‘For now, he will…’Real Madrid’s search for midfield reinforcements continues to generate speculation, but one of the club’s long-standing targets does not appear any closer to arriving at the Santiago Bernabeu this summer.Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has once again been linked with a move to the Spanish capital following another impressive campaign, yet fresh comments from his
  
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• Today’s Papers: Italy court Guardiola, Turkish rescue, Roma miss out on Summerville

  22-07-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers: Italy court Guardiola, Turkish rescue, Roma miss out on SummervilleLa Gazzetta dello SportModric stays at Milan The superstar stays Rossonero even at 41 years of ageThe encore after the phone call with Amorim, another year at 3.5 million, he will be with the squad in AustraliaInter, there’s Romero Chivu wants the defender. Summerville: Golden signing, Inzaghi overtakes RomaGo and get Pep (or Conte) SWG poll: GThe Italians vote for the CTMalago: ‘C
  
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• D’Amico prepares offer for Tresoldi, Dovbyk nears exit

  22-07-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  D’Amico prepares offer for Tresoldi, Dovbyk nears exitThere’s plenty of competition, with no Arab clubs on the horizon. At least for now. Nicolo Tresoldi, however, has given his priority to Gasperini’s Roma and is expecting a significant signal in the coming days. The Italian-German striker has already reached a financial agreement with Roma and expressed his full approval of Gasperini’s project. What’s missing? An offer to Club Brugge, of course, writes La Gazzetta
  
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• Birmingham sell forward Furuhashi to LA Galaxy

  22-07-2026 09:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kyogo Furuhashi scored 85 goals in 165 appearances for Celtic between 2021 and 2025 [Getty Images]Birmingham City have sold forward Kyogo Furuhashi to LA Galaxy for an undisclosed fee.The 31-year-old Japan international joined the Blues from Ligue 1 club Rennes last summer, signing a three-year deal.He made 31 appearances in all competitions in 2025-26, scoring three goals, as Chris Davies' side finished 10th in the Championship.Furuhashi scored 85 goals in 165 appearances for Celtic between 202
  
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• What reception would Rashford get back at Man Utd?

  22-07-2026 09:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Clearly just as United need active sellers to buy from, they need buyers so they can offload those players they do not want.In Marcus Rashford's case, there are a limited number of clubs globally who could match his current salary. And where a club are interested, the player has to want to join them.Judging by his recent social media post, he would not do anything to jeopardise his England place.BBC Sport has also been told of some Premier League clubs he would not be keen to move
  
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• 'Not against an update' but 'a badge isn't just a tool for merchandise'

  22-07-2026 09:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views after Newcastle announced they would allow eligible supporters to vote on new club crest options in August as work continues to update the existing badge.Here are some of your comments:Ed: A badge isn't just a tool for merchandise. Fans have so much emotional investment into a badge, a hat, scarf or a shirt which reminds you of that game, or that goal, or that person who you went to the game with. It's impossible to "evolve" aspects of the club which ca
  
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• Wilson can bring something 'very special' to Leeds - Ampadu

  22-07-2026 09:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Leeds United captain Ethan Ampadu believes new signing Harry Wilson can bring something "very special" to the team through his contributions in attacking areas.Ampadu and Wilson are team-mates at international level for Wales and the midfielder was asked by BBC Radio Leeds about whether he helped convince the attacker to make the switch from Fulham to Elland Road."I don't think he needed my convincing to join," Ampadu said. "I think he knew what an amazing club this is, what a grea
  
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• Maeda in, Philogene out? Your Ipswich squad tweaks

  22-07-2026 09:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked you to pick one player you would like to move on this summer and one realistic target you want Ipswich to bring in before the transfer window shuts.Here are some of your suggestions:Shaun: I would love to sign Zian Flemming from Burnley and I would offload George Hirst if possible.Reuben: I would say (and some people might disagree with me) that Jack Clarke should leave the club, as long as Jaden Philogene stays. I think we should cash in on a player who's had a good
  
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• Jeff Bezos ‘approached’ to join consortium in talks over Liverpool investment

  22-07-2026 09:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jeff Bezos, the Amazon founder and fourth-richest man in the world, has been “approached” by a consortium that is in talks to buy a minority stake in Liverpool, according to reports. Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group confirmed on Tuesday that they had been approached by a consortium led by Amit Bhatia, the British-Indian millionaire and former co-owner of QPR. Sky News reported that Bezos has held “discussions” with the group, with talks still at an early stage. US Ama
  
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• Garnacho grows impatient with Roma, nears Aston Villa

  22-07-2026 09:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Garnacho grows impatient with Roma, nears Aston VillaAlejandro Garnacho will not wear the Roma jersey. After waiting for the Giallorossi, the Argentine is now one step away from joining Aston Villa. Another target for Roma’s attack has slipped away. Alejandro Garnacho, in fact, as reported by Fabrizio Romano on his YouTube channel, has finally chosen Aston Villa. The Chelsea Argentine had waited two weeks for the Giallorossi, only to then decide to accept the offer from Emery’s club.
  
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• Barcelona considering loan move for highly-rated academy talent – report

  22-07-2026 09:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona considering loan move for highly-rated academy talent – reportBarcelona are beginning to accelerate several important squad decisions as preparations for the new season gather pace, and one of the club’s brightest academy prospects could soon be at the centre of those plans.With the 2026 FIFA World Cup now behind them, the Blaugrana have turned their full attention back to club football. While much of the focus remains on first-team arrivals and departures, Barcelona a
  
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• Richard Hughes now just waiting for green light to sign 'incredible' star for Liverpool

  22-07-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes now just waiting for green light to sign 'incredible' star for LiverpoolLiverpool have only made one signing so far this summer. Indeed, Jeremy Jacquet will also be featuring for Liverpool for the first time ever this season but, since his deal was agreed in January, it doesn't really feel like the Reds can count it as a new transfer.Giovanni Leoni is also going to feel like a new signing but, since neither Leoni nor Jacquet have ever played in the Premier League, it's unclear how
  
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• Malen and Ndicka join Roma’s preseason

  22-07-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Malen and Ndicka join Roma’s preseasonEverything is ready for the start of Roma’s new season, which will celebrate its centenary and its return to the Champions League after a seven-year absence. A summer of hard work awaits Gian Piero Gasperini’s team, who will now have two key players at their disposal.Malen and Evan Ndicka will begin their training camp with the Giallorossi club today. Both are returning from the World Cup, which the Ivorian experienced on the bench due to t
  
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• Real Madrid schedule first preseason match under Jose Mourinho

  22-07-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid schedule first preseason match under Jose MourinhoJose Mourinho has been training the available Real Madrid players for some days now, and even the first player who participated in the World Cup, Arda Guler, has also joined up with him at Valdebebas. The new manager has also called up several youth team players to train under him as well.After Guler’s return, several other players are expected to join the Portuguese trainer in the coming few days. Federico Valverde, whose Urugu
  
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• 'Thank you for all the unforgettable memories' - Anderson says goodbye

  22-07-2026 09:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Elliot Anderson has posted an emotional goodbye to Nottingham Forest as he prepares to join Manchester City. Earlier in July, City confirmed an agreement has been reached to sign Anderson, stating the "formalities of the move will be finalised upon his return to England" after the World Cup. BBC Sport reported a deal had been put in place on 25 June.The 23-year-old made 92 appearances across two seasons at Forest after joining from boyhood club Newcastle in 2024, helping them quali
  
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• Real Madrid defender’s physical trainer assures he wants to stay despite exit rumours: ‘He wants to play a key role and succeed’

  22-07-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid defender’s physical trainer assures he wants to stay despite exit rumours: ‘He wants to play a key role and succeed’Raul Asencio has no intention of walking away from Real Madrid despite growing uncertainty surrounding his future at the Santiago Bernabeu. The young defender continues to be linked with a summer exit after reportedly being informed by Jose Mourinho that he is not part of the manager’s plans for the upcoming season.While speculation over his
  
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• All our Premier League Who Am I? quizzes in one place

  22-07-2026 09:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 1Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 2After more quizzes? Go to our dedicated Football Quizzes and Sports Quizzes pages and sign up for notifications to get the latest quizzes sent straight to your device.Play more quizzesCan you name every team to have played in the WSL?Football quiz: Name every club in the Premier League and EFLAll our World Cup Who Am I? quizzes in one placeCheck out our Sports Quizzes page
  
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• Barcelona preparing contract renewal for World Cup hero but exit remains a real possibility

  22-07-2026 09:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona preparing contract renewal for World Cup hero but exit remains a real possibilityBarcelona are preparing to open talks with Ferran Torres over a new contract, but the club know the coming months could prove decisive in determining whether the Spanish forward remains at Camp Nou beyond 2027.Fresh from becoming Spain’s hero in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, Ferran’s stock has risen significantly across Europe. His winning goal against Argentina has only strengthened his
  
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• How Morgan Rogers will fit into Xabi Alonso’s team – and why Chelsea paid so much to steal England star from Arsenal

  22-07-2026 09:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The ruthlessness of Chelsea’s move for Morgan Rogers in a British record £117m deal from Aston Villa caught many by surprise. Rogers was a long-standing Arsenal target and, as The Independent understands, a priority signing for Mikel Arteta from well before this summer.The England international has impressed in recent seasons for club and country, so much so that debate swirled around who should start between Rogers and Jude Bellingham for Thomas Tuchel’s side at this summer&rs
  
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• 21-goal forward is coming to Liverpool, and it's going to be special

  22-07-2026 09:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  21-goal forward is coming to Liverpool, and it's going to be specialA 21-goal striker is now looking more and more likely to join Liverpool. It's been one of Liverpool's quietest transfer windows in years, although there are plenty of reasons why.The timing hasn't exactly helped. The club went through a major managerial change after the season, Michael Edwards stepped away from his role, and Richard Hughes is also on his way out. That kind of upheaval naturally slows things down behind the scene
  
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• How Spain Became Football’s New Global Superpower

  22-07-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How Spain Became Football’s New Global SuperpowerFew nations have shaped the modern football landscape like Spain, whose influence has spanned international tournaments, European club competitions and coaching benches for almost two decades.Everything happens for a reason, and Spain’s triumph at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was no coincidence.Instead, it was the result of a football philosophy refined over generations, meticulous planning and a clear identity.International dominanceLa Fur
  
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• How Rodri’s Real Madrid dream could put 23-year-old’s future in serious doubt – report

  22-07-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How Rodri’s Real Madrid dream could put 23-year-old’s future in serious doubt – reportEduardo Camavinga’s long-term future at Real Madrid is once again under the spotlight following fresh claims linking Rodri with a move to the Santiago Bernabeu. While the Spanish midfielder’s arrival is far from certain, discussions within the club are already raising questions about what such a transfer could mean for one of Madrid’s most talented young players.As obser
  
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