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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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• Olmo talks Pedri, Lamine, Luis Enrique, Julian Alvarez, World Cup: ‘The time has come’

  25-06-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Olmo talks Pedri, Lamine, Luis Enrique, Julian Alvarez, World Cup: ‘The time has come’Barcelona star Dani Olmo did not start Spain’s first game in the World Cup – a game that the team eventually struggled in and ended in a draw.For the second clash against Saudi Arabia, Luis de la Fuente brought the attacking midfielder into his starting lineup, and the difference in attacking potency was clear.Olmo enjoyed a great game against Saudi Arabia and was a key member of the tra
  
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• Hull bid for Rangers' Raskin expected to fall short

  25-06-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull City have definite interest in 25-year-old Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin, who is with Belgium at the World Cup.However, with an offer understood to be in the region of £12m-14m, that is unlikely to be enough given the Scottish Premiership side are believed to value him at £20m-plus.Bologna are also said to be an admirer of Raskin.The midfielder joined Rangers in January 2023 and has made 145 appearances for the Ibrox club, scoring 13 times.New Rangers manager Derek McInnes a
  
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• 'Buy both and stop mucking around' - fans on Fernandes and Tonali links

  25-06-2026 15:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for you views on who Tottenham should sign this summer transfer window out of Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali.The club have already signed four players as they gear up for a first full season under Roberto de Zerbi, but who would be the right fit in central midfield?Here are some of your thoughts:Tom: For the money, Fernandes seems like he could be a better purchase. He is a lot younger so can play longer for us, but that also means he is more malleable and De Zerb
  
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• TWO WORLD CUPS, ANOTHER GOAL

  25-06-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TWO WORLD CUPS, ANOTHER GOALIn Houston, against Uzbekistan, Rafael Leão made the most of the few minutes he was brought on for at the end of Portugal's match by doing what matters most - scoring. It is his second World Cup, and the second tournament in which he has scored. Now, the only thing missing is a goal at the Euros. Rafael Leão had already scored twice for Portugal during the Qatar World Cup in 2022. The AC Milan forward made his mark by scoring both goals after coming
  
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• Sheffield United eyeing loan move for Manchester City defender amid Enzo Maresca doubts

  25-06-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sheffield United eyeing loan move for Manchester City defender amid Enzo Maresca doubtsSheffield United have been linked with Manchester City centre-back Max AlleyneThe 20-year-old is expected to leave the Etihad Stadium on loan this summerAlleyne spent last season on loan at Watford before returning to City midway throughSheffield United have been linked with a move for Manchester City defensive prospect Max Alleyne, with the 20-year-old expected to depart the Etihad Stadium on loan ahead of th
  
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• Godfrey signs new three-year deal with London City

  25-06-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England international Freya Godfrey has signed a new three-year contract with London City Lionesses.The 21-year-old was a standout performer in their debut Women’s Super League season, earning several call-ups to the England senior squad in 2025-26. The forward initially joined on loan from Arsenal in January 2025 before securing a permanent move to London City last summer.She was voted the Players' Player of the Season with six goals and four assists as London City Lionesses finished thei
  
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• Report: Four clubs pushing to sign Liverpool midfielder

  25-06-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Four clubs pushing to sign Liverpool midfielderLiverpool Transfer News: Stefan Bajcetic Loan Decision Could Shape Midfield FutureLiverpool’s midfield could undergo another important reshuffle before the new season begins, with Stefan Bajcetic facing a defining few weeks in his young career. According to OnTheMinute, the Spanish midfielder is attracting strong Championship interest, although his immediate future will be determined by new head coach Andoni Iraola during pre season.Wi
  
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• What are the chances of a successful compensation appeal?

  25-06-2026 14:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barrister Gary Lewis has told BBC Radio Merseyside that Everton's appeal against an independent panel's ruling that the club must pay Burnley £35m because of the impact of their breaches of the Premier League's financial rules is "not one without argument".The case, which was heard by a Premier League commission, relates to the 2021-22 season, when Everton were found to have broken Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) over a three-year period.Burnley have been awarded £26m in damage
  
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• Kidderminster sign ex-Wolves midfielder Tipton

  25-06-2026 14:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kidderminster Harriers have signed former Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Olly Tipton, taking their number of summer recruits so far to four.The 23-year-old has spent the past two seasons in the National League with Solihull Moors, where he made 82 appearances.Although he did not break into the first team at Molineux, he was a regular in the club's under-21s side and got his senior break during a loan spell in League Two with Notts County in the 2023-24 season.Tipton follows midfielders Callu
  
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• Juventus identify alternative to Brahim Diaz but face competition from Atletico Madrid

  25-06-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus identify alternative to Brahim Diaz but face competition from Atletico MadridThursday’s reports claim that Juventus could turn to Paris Saint-Germain forward Lee Kang-in if they are unable to strike a deal with Real Madrid for Brahim Diaz, but Atletico Madrid are also interested in a potential deal for the South Korea international.Lee Kang-in could be Juventus’s Plan B if Diaz stays with Real MadridFor several weeks, reports in Italy have claimed that Diaz is Luciano Spalle
  
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• Latest: Liverpool drop €116m offer for winger but club holding out for PSG counter-bid

  25-06-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Latest: Liverpool drop €116m offer for winger but club holding out for PSG counter-bidLiverpool have made a second bid for Yan Diomande, and it’s now over to PSG to see if they’re willing to stay in the race for the winger.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.Bild in Germany are today claiming that Liverpool have returned with a second offer for Yan Diomande, the RB Le
  
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• Man United legend says Brazil cannot win the World Cup without Vinicius: ‘Dangerous for everybody’

  25-06-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man United legend says Brazil cannot win the World Cup without Vinicius: ‘Dangerous for everybody’Vinicius Jr.’s outstanding FIFA World Cup campaign continues to earn praise from across the football world, with Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand becoming the latest high-profile figure to highlight the Real Madrid forward’s importance to Brazil.The 25-year-old produced another decisive display by scoring twice in Brazil’s comfortable 3-0 victory over Scotland, he
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms crucial Federico Chiesa transfer decision

  25-06-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms crucial Federico Chiesa transfer decisionLiverpool have got a decision to make over Federico Chiesa. The Italian winger, 28, joined from Juventus back in 2024 for a fee that could reach £12.5m. Under contract until 2028 it has not been the happiest spell at Anfield for the wide man - who made only two starts for Arne Slot in the Premier League last season.He has been unable to force his way into the Liverpool side as a starter - even if he can count himself a title
  
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• Injury update on Arsenal duo pre-World Cup group decider

  25-06-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Injury update on Arsenal duo pre-World Cup group deciderDeclan Rice’s latest injury will be assessed before England’s next game, but the problem is believed to be nothing serious, according to reports.Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty ImagesSami Mokbel reports for the BBC that England will assess Declan Rice’s fitness before their next game against Panama, after the midfielder limped away from their last match against Ghana with heavy strapping on his left calf.But Mokbel adds that
  
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• Vale sign Tottenham midfielder Craig until 2029

  25-06-2026 14:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Port Vale have completed a deal for Tottenham midfielder Matthew Craig, who will join the League Two club on a three-year contract.Craig, 23, made one Premier League appearance for Spurs as a substitute in May 2023 and has had experience in the English Football League with Doncaster Rovers, Barnsley and Mansfield Town.He scored once in 24 games for Rovers in the second half of 2023-24, helping the club reach the semi-finals of the League Two play-offs.Craig stepped up a division in the following
  
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• Nico Páz Set to Return to Madrid as €9m Buyback Clause Is Activated

  25-06-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico Páz Set to Return to Madrid as €9m Buyback Clause Is ActivatedFabrizio Romano reports that Real Madrid are preparing to activate their €9m buyback clause for Nico Páz (21, Argentine), with Los Blancos set to formally trigger the contractual option that would return the midfielder from Como to the Bernabéu ahead of the 2026-27 season. The move represents a concrete and procedurally straightforward step rather than a negotiated transfer, with the clause having b
  
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• Klopp breaks silence on Real Madrid links before Mourinho appointment: ‘There is Jose now’

  25-06-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Klopp breaks silence on Real Madrid links before Mourinho appointment: ‘There is Jose now’Not too long ago, Real Madrid were desperately looking for a new manager to replace Alvaro Arbeloa at the helm, and several names were linked as possible replacements at the time.Florentino Perez had a clear blueprint in mind as he was only eyeing an experienced name who had enjoyed serial success and could control the egos in the dressing room.Jurgen Klopp, on that front, was linked as a seriou
  
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• Bergomi: ‘Inter was the perfect choice for Palestra, could have been the next Hakimi’

  25-06-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bergomi: ‘Inter was the perfect choice for Palestra, could have been the next Hakimi’Inter legend Beppe Bergomi has weighed in on the news that Marco Palestra will be moving to Stamford Bridge instead of San Siro this summer, and the Nerazzurri legend has made it clear that he thinks staying in Serie A would have been a better choice for the 21-year-old: ‘Inter could have had another Hakimi’.Palestra is all set to join Premier League side Chelsea in a deal that could be w
  
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• 2026, the World Cup of stars? 🌟

  25-06-2026 14:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  2026, the World Cup of stars? 🌟The ultimate edition?What if we are witnessing the start of THE World Cup of the century?The reason? All the global superstars in America have made a successful start and are delivering on expectations. A rare and wonderful thing to witness as a football fan!Lionel Messi has scored five goals in two matches; Kylian Mbappé is already on four, just like Vinicius Junior and Erling Haaland; Cristiano Ronaldo netted a brace and is back, as he shouted
  
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• 2026: the World Cup of stars? 🌟

  25-06-2026 14:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  2026: the World Cup of stars? 🌟The ultimate edition?What if we were witnessing the start of THE World Cup of the century?The reason? All the global superstars in America have made a successful start and are living up to expectations. A rare and wonderful sight for football fans!Lionel Messi has scored five goals in two matches; Kylian Mbappé already has four, just like Vinicius Junior and Erling Haaland; Cristiano Ronaldo netted a brace and is back, as he shouted at the end o
  
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• Official | Youssef El Kachati signs for Reims

  25-06-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Youssef El Kachati signs for ReimsLigue 2 side Stade de Reims have confirmed the signing of Youssef El Kachati (26). The Moroccan has signed a three-year deal, it was confirmed on Thursday.Les Stadistes are looking to bolster their squad ahead of the next season. Last summer, the objective was to return to Ligue 1 at the first time of asking, however, the club failed to even make the promotion play-offs. It is another season in the second tier that awaits them and, having already
  
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• Report: Liverpool eyeing move for £25m-rated forward

  25-06-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool eyeing move for £25m-rated forwardLiverpool tracking Andreas Schjelderup as Benfica winger emerges on transfer radarLiverpool’s search for attacking depth appears to be taking another intriguing turn, with Andreas Schjelderup reportedly attracting interest after an encouraging campaign for Benfica.As the transfer window gathers pace, Liverpool continue to assess a range of wide forwards capable of fitting into their evolving squad. According to reports originating i
  
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• Leicester respond to Arsenal’s £5m bid for Jeremy Monga

  25-06-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leicester respond to Arsenal’s £5m bid for Jeremy MongaArsenal have stepped up their pursuit of Leicester City star Jeremy Monga. According to The Times, the Gunners have lodged an opening £5 million transfer bid for the promising teenager. However, Leicester have turned down their offer, with the Midlands outfit holding out for £10m plus a 15 per cent sell-on fee. Monga is the latest gem to come out of Leicester’s academy, whose impressive developmen
  
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• Cape Verde’s Cup star Vozinha offered to Brazilian club

  25-06-2026 14:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cape Verde’s Cup star Vozinha offered to Brazilian clubThe breakout star of the 2026 World Cup after a great performance in the goalless draw against Spain, Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha was offered to Ceará for the remainder of Brazil’s Série B season.According to ge, however, the deal is not expected to move forward, despite the efforts made by the 40-year-old veteran’s representatives.Vozão’s board showed no interest in signing him and did not ev
  
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• Report: Hull City have set their sights on move for Man United goalkeeper

  25-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Hull City have set their sights on move for Man United goalkeeperHull City Join Race for Manchester United Goalkeeper as Transfer Decision NearsPremier League Opportunity BeckonsHull City are exploring an ambitious move for Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek, according to the Daily Mail, as the newly promoted side look to strengthen a crucial position ahead of the new Premier League season.The Tigers are reported to be one of several top flight clubs monitoring the Czech goalkeeper
  
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• Mourinho wants Real Madrid to sign a midfielder in the mould of club legend

  25-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho wants Real Madrid to sign a midfielder in the mould of club legendReal Madrid may have already completed four signings this summer, but the club’s transfer business is far from over.After strengthening several areas of the squad with the arrivals of Marc Cucurella, Bernardo Silva, Ibrahima Konate and Denzel Dumfries, attention has now shifted towards midfield, where new manager Jose Mourinho wants another key addition before the season begins.In fact, according to MARCA, the Portu
  
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• 2026 World Cup: What to expect as USMNT faces Türkiye with nothing at stake in final group stage match

  25-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  INGLEWOOD, Calif. — With nothing at stake in the final Group D match Thursday against Türkiye, U.S coach Mauricio Pochettino plans to sit the four starters who are in jeopardy of suspension for the start of the World Cup knockout stage.He will make careful decisions about star forward Christian Pulisic, who is returning from a calf injury, and potential starter Cristian Roldan, who is nursing a quadriceps ailment.He'll gauge the fitness levels of players who have logged major minutes
  
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• Lowe signs new deal with Sheffield Wednesday

  25-06-2026 13:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Max Lowe made 28 appearances in the Championship for Sheffield Wednesday last season [Shutterstock]Max Lowe has signed a new deal to stay at Sheffield Wednesday for the upcoming season. The 29-year-old, who can operate in defence or midfield, was out of contract this summer.But Lowe has agreed a one-year deal with the option of an additional year to remain at Hillsborough despite receiving offers from Championship clubs.The Owls were relegated to League One following an 18-point deduction for fi
  
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• Hull bid for £20m-rated Belgium midfielder Raskin expected to fall short

  25-06-2026 13:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Hull City have definite interest in 25-year-old Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin, who is with Belgium at the World Cup.However, with an offer understood to be in the region of £12m-14m, that is unlikely to be enough given the Scottish Premiership side are believed to value him at about £20m, if not a little more. Bologna are also said to be an admirer of Raskin.Everton midfielder Tim Iroegbunam is someone the Tigers were targeting and sources have told me they were clo
  
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