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• Newtonmore stretch Premiership lead with win on Skye

  19-07-2026 00:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Newtonmore went five points clear in the Mowi Premiership following a hard-fought 2-1 victory on Skye, while chasers Kingussie were limited to a goalless draw away to Caberfeidh. Third-placed Oban Camanachd prevailed 3-1 over Col Glen and Kinlochshiel had a comfortable 4-0 home success against Lochaber.There was no change at the top of the National Division with victories for the top two - leaders Glenurquhart 8-0 over visitors Oban Celtic, while Lovat had to come back from 2-0 down against
  
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• Pep Guardiola: Italy expect response from manager this week after approach

  20-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pep Guardiola: Italy expect response from manager this week after approachThe Italian national team are yet to hire a new manager and while a host of names have been linked, they have now stepped forward for ex-Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola.Gianluca Di Marzio has reported that the Azzurri – led by Paolo Maldini and Leonardo, have made the first moves for Guardiola. They spent the weekend in Barcelona and held a meeting with the manager, expressing their interest in hiring him.The m
  
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• Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin boycotts World Cup final in protest against Fifa and Trump

  20-07-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin stayed away from the World Cup final in protest, with the Folarin Balogun affair understood to be just one aspect of his organisation’s discontent with Fifa.The Times was first to report on Monday that the Slovenian had stayed away, with the relationship between European football’s governing body and the game’s global federation under severe strain.It’s understood Ceferin chose not to attend the match in New Jersey, with the Uefa presiden
  
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• Roma to push forward for Crysencio Summerville as second bid rejected

  20-07-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma to push forward for Crysencio Summerville as second bid rejectedAs reported by Gianluca Di Marzio, West Ham have rejected Roma’s latest bid for Crysencio Summerville.The Giallorossi’s latest offer for the Dutch forward amounted to €46 million, but the Hammers have rejected the bid and are confident of getting a higher number amid interest from the Premier League.There is also some distance between Summerville’s wage demands (€6 million per year) and what Roma are
  
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• PSG’s second summer signing taking medical today ahead of bargain €6m move

  20-07-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG’s second summer signing taking medical today ahead of bargain €6m moveLucas Digne will complete a return to PSG this week, ten years after leaving, after undergoing his medical this afternoon.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.Top French football journalist Marc Mechenoua is reporting for Onze Mondial this morning that Lucas Digne is doing his medical today ahead of a
  
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• Bayern Munich send clear message to Real Madrid over Michael Olise future

  20-07-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich send clear message to Real Madrid over Michael Olise futureReal Madrid and Florentino Perez have a dream to sign Michael Olise, and the player’s recent World Cup campaign alongside Kylian Mbappe only made it clear why Los Blancos should not miss out on the chance of signing him.The player, on his part, is said to be obsessed with the idea of playing for Real Madrid and is willing to push to ensure it goes through. In fact, he is even said to have expressed his wish to some of
  
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• Hearts face daunting European task regardless of Sturm Graz result

  20-07-2026 15:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hearts will meet Fenerbahce or Gornik Zabrze if they get past Sturm Graz in Champions League qualifying.If Hearts lose to Austrian side Sturm, the winners of the tie between Benfica and St Gallen of Switzerland await in the Europa League.In either case, a daunting task likely lies ahead for Wouter Vrancken's team.Fenerbahce are heavy favourites to progress against Gornik Zabrze - who finished second in Poland's top flight last season - and the Turkish outfit have a host of big name players in th
  
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• Belgium part ways with head coach Rudi Garcia after World Cup

  20-07-2026 15:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Belgium have confirmed they will not renew the contract of head coach Rudi Garcia, who bows out from the role after the 2026 World Cup.Garcia took Belgium to the quarter-finals of the competition, where they lost to eventual winners Spain after a late error from substitute goalkeeper Senne Lammens proved costly.His future nevertheless remained in doubt after an unconvincing tournament, which saw the Red Devils top the group but only after playing out underwhelming draws with Egypt and Iran.They
  
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• Why are Premier League transfer fees soaring?

  20-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Elliot Anderson and Morgan Rogers on England duty [Getty Images]Thirty-four years ago a £13m transfer caused national outrage in Italy.When AC Milan signed Gianluigi Lentini from Torino in 1992 for a then world record fee, newspapers called the deal "obscene", while the Vatican's official newspaper described it as "an offence against the dignity of work".Today that fee would barely register among the Premier League's biggest transfers.This summer alone Chelsea have agreed a club record &po
  
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• Rodri’s classy seven-word tribute to Pep Guardiola after Spain World Cup triumph

  20-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rodri’s classy seven-word tribute to Pep Guardiola after Spain World Cup triumphRodri has paid tribute to former Man City manager Pep Guardiola after winning the FIFA World CupGuardiola predicted during the 2025-26 season that the world would see the best of Rodri at the tournamentSpain beat Argentina 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup final to be crowned world championsManchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri has delivered a jubilant tribute to former City manager Pep Guardiola after Spain&rsquo
  
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• Ricci offered to Juventus and Atalanta as Amorim reshapes Milan midfield

  20-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ricci offered to Juventus and Atalanta as Amorim reshapes Milan midfieldSamuele Ricci could be on his way out of Milan just a year after arriving, with the midfielder not considered a natural fit for Ruben Amorim’s system.According to Matteo Moretto, MilanNews24, and Calciomercato.com, Ricci does not figure among Amorim’s tactical priorities, with the Portuguese coach favouring a different profile of player for his two-man midfield.It is not a question of form, the former Torino tale
  
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• Juventus set €50m Kalulu price tag amid Manchester United interest

  20-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus set €50m Kalulu price tag amid Manchester United interestJuventus are reportedly open to selling Manchester United target Pierre Kalulu, but the asking price for the versatile defender is €50m.He just turned 26 last month and can play as a central defender or a right-back, becoming a key figure in the Bianconeri back line whether they are with three or four.Kalulu available for right pricePISA, ITALY – DECEMBER 27: Pierre Kalulu of Juventus FC celebrates after scoring a
  
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• Inter star Dimarco picks out Scudetto rivals and reveals key to fighting complacency

  20-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter star Dimarco picks out Scudetto rivals and reveals key to fighting complacencyFederico Dimarco has insisted Inter will approach the new season with the same hunger that delivered last term’s Double, while identifying a crowded field of Scudetto challengers.According to TuttoMercatoWeb, the left-back, who provided 18 assists and was named Serie A MVP last season, is refusing to let the weight of expectation change his approach.“I always try to do my bit and give the team a big h
  
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• Barcelona expecting a public gesture from priority target with World Cup over

  20-07-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona expecting a public gesture from priority target with World Cup overThe FIFA World Cup final was all that was hindering progress in the Barcelona-Julian Alvarez saga, for the player was an integral member of Lionel Scaloni’s side and did not wish to cause any disturbance in the dressing room during the tournament.In recent days, bridges between Alvarez and Atletico Madrid took a big hit, especially after the Spanish club’s CEO openly declared that the player was not for sale
  
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• PSG see third Maghnes Akliouche bid rejected

  20-07-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG see third Maghnes Akliouche bid rejectedAS Monaco have rejected Paris Saint-Germain’s third bid for Maghnes Akliouche (24), according to a report from Onze Mondial.Akliouche is set to leave his formative club this summer. He was touted to leave last summer, but the price tag set by the Principality club proved prohibitive. Monaco, however, won’t stand in his way this summer. But he won’t be released at any cost and their asking price is set at €50m.PSG have yet to
  
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• Three Spanish clubs monitoring Kumbulla

  20-07-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three Spanish clubs monitoring KumbullaRoma continues to work diligently to give Gian Piero Gasperini his first signing, but at the same time, Tony D’Amico is focused on outgoing players. Marash Kumbulla has only returned temporarily to Trigoria after his unsuccessful stint at Mallorca: the Albanian will be sold again. The defender is not part of Gian Piero Gasperini’s plans, and the sporting director is tasked with finding a new home for him as soon as possible. Despite his injuries
  
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• Roma-Summerville: in or out within next 24h

  20-07-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma-Summerville: in or out within next 24hRoma continues to work tirelessly to sign Crysencio Summerville to Gian Piero Gasperini. The Dutchman is the name the Giallorossi and the Grugliasco-born coach have decided to focus on to strengthen their attack, and crucial talks are currently underway to determine whether the deal will go ahead. As reported by Matteo Moretto, the deal will be finalized between today and tomorrow, whether it goes ahead or not. The deadline for negotiations with West Ha
  
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• Man United legend in awe of Lamine, Cubarsi after World Cup win: ‘The future is bright for Spanish Football’

  20-07-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man United legend in awe of Lamine, Cubarsi after World Cup win: ‘The future is bright for Spanish Football’Spain lifted only their second FIFA World Cup title in history last night with a late 1-0 win over Argentina in the final.Barcelona’s stars including Lamine Yamal, Pau Cubarsi, Dani Olmo, Pedri, Eric Garcia and Ferran Torres were all involved in the game, with the winger scoring the tournament-winning goal in extra-time.Of all of Spain’s players, however, special fo
  
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• Trump curse strikes again after president’s World Cup final favorite Argentina loses to Spain

  20-07-2026 15:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Speculation is rife that the “Trump curse” is back after President Donald Trump backed Argentina over Spain in the World Cup final. Trump threw his weight behind Argentina ahead of the final in New Jersey, telling Fox’s Jenny Taft in a pre-recorded interview that “it’s hard to bet against Messi.”“I knew you were going to ask. I thought about it a lot,” Trump told Taft. “I hate to get involved, even though politically it doesn’t matter s
  
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• Watch: Barcelona players congratulate their teammates after Spain’s World Cup triumph

  20-07-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch: Barcelona players congratulate their teammates after Spain’s World Cup triumphSpain’s World Cup triumph featured a strong FC Barcelona presence, with eight Blaugrana players playing a part in Luis de la Fuente’s victorious squad. While the world champions continue to celebrate their success, their teammates back at the club have taken the opportunity to congratulate them.Several first-team players currently involved in Barcelona’s pre-season, including Wojciech Szc
  
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• Official | Radoslaw Majecki joins Pafos from AS Monaco

  20-07-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Radoslaw Majecki joins Pafos from AS MonacoRadoslaw Majecki has joined Cypriot side Pafos on a season-long loan from AS Monaco, as confirmed on Friday.Majecki spent last season on loan at Stade Brestois, but endured a difficult campaign at the Stade Francis Le Blé. By the end of the campaign, he had lost his place in the side. He returned to Monaco at the end of the season but he won’t remain with the Principality club. Lukas Hradecky remains the No.1 at the Stade Louis,
  
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• AS Roma’s Biggest Stars and the Brands They Represent

  20-07-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  AS Roma’s Biggest Stars and the Brands They RepresentThe players of one of Italy’s most successful clubs are a dream for any advertiser, even for websites offering a $50 sign up bonus no deposit real money. However, as they value their reputation highly, they only agree to promote brands that align with their identity and do not tarnish their reputation. The companies themselves, in turn, offer the best contracts only to AS Roma’s elite players, who are able to showcase the pro
  
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• Arsenal provide double injury update on long-term absentees

  20-07-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal provide double injury update on long-term absenteesBen White and Jurrien Timber have provided updates on their injury situations, with Arsenal returning to pre-season training on Monday morning.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesJust hours after the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup, Arsenal’s first senior players have returned to pre-season training at the club’s London Colney training ground.The club shared a quick video on their social media pages of the players return
  
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• Spain’s ‘lucky coin’ as Marc Cucurella continues bizarre tradition of World Cup champion

  20-07-2026 15:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marc Cucurella continued a peculiar tradition in Spain’s World Cup triumph when he buried a “lucky” coin in the pitch moments before kick-off, by request of a fellow Spanish footballing hero.Cucurella copied the pre-match ritual of 2010 World Cup winner Joan Capdevila, a left-back predecessor of the newly-signed Real Madrid man, who did the same before La Roja beat the Netherlands to lift their first title 16 years ago in South Africa.The 27-year-old was spotted from the stands
  
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• Shelbourne sign Killie goalkeeper Beach

  20-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  League of Ireland side Shelbourne have signed goalkeeper Eddie Beach from Kilmarnock for an undisclosed fee.Beach, 22, joined Kilmarnock last summer after his Chelsea contract expired and made five appearances for the club before joining Derry City on loan earlier this year."I'm delighted to be joining Shelbourne," Beach said. "It's a massive club with a big history and as soon as I spoke to the manager, I knew it was somewhere I wanted to be. "I really enjoyed my time in the League of Ireland e
  
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• Official | Amine El Ouazzani joins Angers

  20-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Amine El Ouazzani joins AngersSCO Angers have signed Amine El Ouazzani (25) on a season-long loan from SC Braga, it was confirmed on Monday. Angers, who lost manager Alexandre Dujeux earlier in the summer, have been active in the transfer market. Anthony Bermont has signed from RC Lens, Anthony Lopes has joined on a free transfer following the expiry of his deal at FC Nantes, Branco Van den Boomen has signed on a free after terminating his contract at Ajax Amsterdam, and Usman Si
  
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• Barcelona make serious move to try and protect top PSG attacking target

  20-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona make serious move to try and protect top PSG attacking targetThe Catalan press are insisting that Ferran Torres will be offered a new contract as Barcelona try to ward off PSG interest in the forward.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.Ferran Torres wrote his name into history last night with the winning goal in the World Cup final against Argentina.It comes at an interestin
  
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• Official: Liverpool poach goalkeeping coach Rosalen from Napoli after 2 Scudetti

  20-07-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Liverpool poach goalkeeping coach Rosalen from Napoli after 2 ScudettiLiverpool have snapped up Napoli goalkeeping coach Alejandro Rosalen to work with Andoni Iraola, after winning two Serie A titles with the Partenopei and a long time at Fiorentina.This move was announced by the official Liverpool website, with Xavi Valero replaced at Anfield.Rosalen left Napoli, because new coach Max Allegri brought in his own backroom staff to take over from predecessor Antonio Conte.Rosalen has lon
  
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• Lazio face competition for Kennedy as forward offered to Udinese and Shakhtar

  20-07-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lazio face competition for Kennedy as forward offered to Udinese and ShakhtarJohn Kennedy remains Lazio’s leading target to strengthen their attack, but the Fluminense striker is drawing interest from elsewhere.According to Il Messaggero, via LaLazioSiamoNoi, the Brazilian, whose contract expires in December 2027, has been offered to Udinese in Serie A as well as to Shakhtar Donetsk, meaning Lazio are no longer alone in weighing up a move. It is a development that could complicate a pursui
  
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• Journalist claims Liverpool wonderkid set to be huge beneficiary of Iraola appointment

  20-07-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist claims Liverpool wonderkid set to be huge beneficiary of Iraola appointmentAndoni Iraola can give Liverpool fresh lift as Rio Ngumoha and Milos Kerkez stand to gainLiverpool are back in for pre-season and, after the collapse of last season, that matters. New voices can sharpen old habits. New standards can expose old excuses. According to the Liverpool Echo, the first signs of Andoni Iraola’s influence are already starting to show as the squad prepares to fly to Chicago for the
  
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