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• Ngumoha to leave England squad having made mark

  09-06-2026 17:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rio Ngumoha made his senior international debut during England's win over New Zealand [Getty Images]Liverpool's teenage forward Rio Ngumoha will leave the England camp this week after making a major impression on Thomas Tuchel and his international team-mates.The 17-year-old, who is not in England's 26-man squad, was named man-of-the-match for his debut performance as a second-half substitute in Saturday's 1-0 World Cup warm-up win over New Zealand.England play their final pre-tournament friendl
  
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• 🥐 Madrid stirs up the market, internationals... 5️⃣ stories for Wednesday

  10-06-2026 08:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐 Madrid stirs up the market, internationals... 5️⃣ stories for WednesdayWednesday gets off to a flying start. After Álvaro Arbeloa’s departure from the Santiago Bernabéu bench was confirmed, Florentino Pérez wasted no time in making his move to get the club back on track. The Spanish capital thus becomes the epicenter of the biggest stories in international football, with boardrooms working overtime while the national teams continue to deliver joy
  
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• Liverpool star finished at Anfield after massive update emerges

  10-06-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star finished at Anfield after massive update emergesThere's no hiding from the fact that Liverpool's 2025-26 season has been underwhelming.Arne Slot and his team managed to massively underdeliver despite spending the most money of all the Premier League's teams.This lack of form has resulted in Andoni Iraola being appointed as the Reds' next head coach and has caused fans to question some of the players they've signed.Several members of Liverpool's first-team squad have failed to prov
  
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• World Cup 2026: Mexico City buzzing, United States handed injury boost, Canada forced into late change

  10-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup 2026: Mexico City buzzing, United States handed injury boost, Canada forced into late changeWe’re almost there, folks. The wait is nearly over as there’s less than 48 hours left before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kick-off.Thursday night’s opener between co-hosts Mexico and former hosts South Africa will mark a landmark occasion in World Cup history.For the first time, the tournament’s opening match is a repeat from a prior edition as Mexico and South Africa faced ea
  
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• Atletico Madrid president takes a clear stance on the future of Barcelona and Real Madrid target – “Not for sale”

  10-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid president takes a clear stance on the future of Barcelona and Real Madrid target – “Not for sale”The Julian Alvarez saga took another dramatic turn late Tuesday, when Real Madrid confirmed Atletico Madrid have rejected a €150 million offer for the attacker.Atletico Madrid came out all guns blazing in response to Real Madrid’s public statement confirming their rejected €150 million bid for the Argentine forward.All of this happened while Barcelona
  
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• ‘You make us laugh more than Barcelona’ – Atletico Madrid brutally mock Real Madrid after €150m attempt for Julian Alvarez

  10-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘You make us laugh more than Barcelona’ – Atletico Madrid brutally mock Real Madrid after €150m attempt for Julian AlvarezReal Madrid’s attempt to land Julian Alvarez has turned into one of the most talked-about stories in Spanish football, but not because of the size of the offer. Instead, it is Atletico Madrid’s public response that has stolen the headlines.Los Blancos officially revealed on Tuesday that they had submitted a €150 million proposal fo
  
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• “Tracking him extensively” – But PSG unlikely to let top young talent go this summer

  10-06-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “Tracking him extensively” – But PSG unlikely to let top young talent go this summerThere’s going to be increasing interest in Ibrahim Baye in the months and years to come, but we’re just not sure PSG are interested in selling.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.PSG are going to be making some sales this summer, and one player who could leave is Ibrahim B
  
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• The wild hip-hop parties that started Tuchel's journey to England boss

  10-06-2026 07:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel is bidding to become the first foreign manager to win the World Cup [Getty Images]When Glenn Hoddle's England started their World Cup campaign in France in 1998, Thomas Tuchel was still working a student job at a bar in Stuttgart.Almost 30 years later, Tuchel is now the England manager tasked with doing what Hoddle and so many others failed to do - win the World Cup for the Three Lions.The 52-year-old German is known as one of the game's keenest minds, a coach obsessed with detail
  
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• Manchester City may be ideally placed to move for an Italian right-back

  10-06-2026 07:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City may be ideally placed to move for an Italian right-backAtalanta’s young right-back Marco Palestra impressed during the 2025-26 season during his loan spell at Cagliari. Palestra established himself as a top attacking wing-back, and his impressive performances have caught the eye of several clubs in Europe, including Manchester City. Inter Milan and Newcastle United are also credited with an interest in signing Palestra this summer. A new report from Italy indicates that Pal
  
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• A world player in the steppe and more: World Cup coaches to know

  10-06-2026 07:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A world player in the steppe and more: World Cup coaches to knowWhen two nations face each other at a World Cup, it’s always also a duel between the coaches.Who has the better tactical trick? And who brings on the decisive joker? More often than not, coaching performances decide victory and defeat — and with them, progression or elimination.That will be no different at the 2026 World Cup. Star coaches like Thomas Tuchel, Julian Nagelsmann, Carlo Ancelotti, and Luis de la Fuente will
  
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• Enzo Maresca stance on improved Manchester City bid for Elliot Anderson revealed

  10-06-2026 07:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Enzo Maresca stance on improved Manchester City bid for Elliot Anderson revealedMan City expected to return with a second offer for Anderson in the coming daysNottingham Forest are targeting in excess of £105M and would ideally bank up to £110MAnderson is described as key to Enzo Maresca’s plans for the new seasonManchester City are expected to return with a second bid for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson in the coming days, with Forest targeting in excess of £
  
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• Who will win the World Cup? BBC pundits make their predictions

  10-06-2026 07:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]The World Cup starts in Mexico City's Azteca Stadium on Thursday and finishes in the MetLife Stadium near New York City on 19 July.Forty-eight teams will contest the tournament, which will be played out in 104 matches across three countries over 39 days, including the co-hosts - Canada, Mexico and the United States - plus holders Argentina.Who will get their hands on the famous gold trophy this time? Who are the other main contenders? And how will England and Scotland do?BBC Sport's TV and
  
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• Messi on the Plains: NIL, lemonade and an eagle bring World Cup magic to Auburn

  10-06-2026 07:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  AUBURN, Ala. — Leo Messi has dazzled audiences around the world with his loping, graceful brilliance, inspiring and thrilling literally billions of soccer fans with feats that might never be equaled. But rarely has he ever entered a stadium where any magic spell he could possibly cast would be, at best, the field's second-most-legendary kick. Right there on the same Jordan-Hare field where Bo Jackson and Cam Newton led the Tigers to glory, where Chris Davis ran past 11 Alabama defende
  
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• Impact Ratings: How Will PSG Players Fare At The World Cup?

  10-06-2026 07:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Impact Ratings: How Will PSG Players Fare At The World Cup?After yet another glorious campaign under Luis Enrique, which saw them successfully defend their Ligue 1 and UEFA Champions League crowns, Paris Saint-Germain supporters will be looking to kick back and enjoy watching their players compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. PSG are tied with Arsenal (16) for the third-most representatives in this summer’s tournament, with Bayern Munich (17) and Manchester City (19) leading the way.Read th
  
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• Biggest challenges Michael Carrick faces at Manchester United this summer

  10-06-2026 07:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Biggest challenges Michael Carrick faces at Manchester United this summerManchester United were enduring a challenging period when Michael Carrick took over the club’s reins as interim manager in January. Ruben Amorim was supposed to be given an extended run of three years to prove himself, but he lost his job midway through the season after hitting out at the club’s owners. Carrick made an immediate impact at Old Trafford, as he led the team to a series of impressive resul
  
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• 📅 The champion’s path in the 2026 Apertura

  10-06-2026 06:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📅 The champion’s path in the 2026 AperturaLiga MX will begin activities before the 2026 World Cup ends. The Cementeros arrive with the mission of defending their title and already know their schedule for the 2026 Apertura. October 11 will be the match against Pumas (remembering the last final), the Clásico against América will be on September 12, while the match against Chivas will be in Matchday 17 on November 22. Will La Máquina be able to defe
  
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• Earth FC: The environmental campaign ‘defending where football lives’

  10-06-2026 05:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Earth FC: The environmental campaign ‘defending where football lives’Many campaigns use football to amplify a message. Earth FC starts from a different place — it starts with football itself.At first glance, the project looks like another attempt to connect sport with climate action. Spend a few minutes with it and something becomes clear. Earth FC is not trying to bring climate change into football. It is arguing that climate change is already there.That distinction sits at th
  
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• Andrea Gilbo to join Austria Wien from rivals St Pölten

  10-06-2026 05:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andrea Gilbo to join Austria Wien from rivals St PöltenAndrea Gilbo has signed to join Austria Wien from next season. The 24-year-old striker will be transferring from league rivals St Pölten. The Croatian international has signed a contract with the Violets until summer 2028.Gilbo said: “The talks with Austria Wien, their vision for the future, and the club’s structure gave me a very good feeling. For several years now, you can see the development of the Violets and I thin
  
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• Will he end the curse? Messi steps up, scores and 🇦🇷 stay top

  10-06-2026 05:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Will he end the curse? Messi steps up, scores and 🇦🇷 stay topThe reigning world champion will have the mission of defending its 2022 title starting on the 16th, when it faces Algeria in Kansas City. But to succeed at this year’s FIFA World Cup, Argentina will need to defy the FIFA Ranking “curse.”Tuesday’s (9) 3-0 win over Iceland confirmed that the Albiceleste will begin the World Cup at the top of that ranking. Which is not a good omen.NEVER ha
  
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• 📅 Liga MX unveils the official schedule for Apertura 2026

  10-06-2026 04:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📅 Liga MX unveils the official schedule for Apertura 2026La Liga MX already has the schedule for the next tournament, where 18 teams will seek the glory of Mexican soccerDue to Toluca’s participation in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup in Qatar (which kicks off on December 9), Liga MX has locked in the dates for the Grand Final:Normal Scenario: If Toluca does not qualify, the Final will be played on December 10 and 13. Exceptional Scenario: If they make it to the title series, the Fin
  
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• 😢​ Sweden and Japan snub Tigres' stadium

  10-06-2026 03:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😢​ Sweden and Japan snub Tigres' stadiumA devastating blow to Tigres’ pride and a quiet celebration in El Barrial.
  The conditions of the pitch at Estadio Universitario did not pass FIFA’s demanding inspection, causing the national teams of Sweden and Japan to definitively cancel their plans to train at “El Volcán” ahead of their World Cup matches in Monterrey.The bombshell was confirmed by Tigres Vice President Carlos Valenzuela himself, who admitted
  
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• 🏆 Not long now! South Africa already in Mexico City for opener

  10-06-2026 03:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🏆 Not long now! South Africa already in Mexico City for openerThe clock doesn’t stop, and there is less and less time left until the ball starts rolling in Mexico and the 2026 World Cup begins.
  A few days ago, South Africa arrived on World Cup soil, but today they made the trip from their training camp in Pachuca to Mexico City.  Tomorrow they will have their final match and then rest to be ready for the clash against Mexico. World Cup fever is already a reality in M
  
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• 🏆 Not long now! South Africa already in CDMX for the opener

  10-06-2026 03:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🏆 Not long now! South Africa already in CDMX for the openerThe clock doesn’t stop, and there is less and less time left before the ball starts rolling in Mexico and the 2026 World Cup begins.
  A few days ago, South Africa arrived on World Cup soil, but today they made the trip from their camp in Pachuca to Mexico City.  Tomorrow they will have their final training session and then rest so they are ready for the match against Mexico. World Cup fever is already a realit
  
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• Matt Freese, USMNT's Harvard-educated goalkeeper, poised to start World Cup opener vs. Paraguay

  10-06-2026 02:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  IRVINE, Calif. — In all likelihood, goalkeeper Matt Freese will start in the U.S. World Cup opener Friday against Paraguay. He has, after all, been Mauricio Pochettino’s primary netminder for a year, culminating with a 90-minute performance in the final tuneup last weekend.And if, in fact, the soft-spoken Pennsylvanian is in the lineup for the Group D debut at SoFi Stadium — the first U.S. World Cup home match since 1994 and, by far, the biggest moment of his seven-year pro car
  
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• 😭 Robertson reveals letter from Diogo Jota's widow: You won't go alone

  10-06-2026 02:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😭 Robertson reveals letter from Diogo Jota's widow: You won't go aloneThe tragic deaths of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva on July 3 last year have once again made headlines.Robertson, one of the great friends of the then Liverpool forward, revealed that he received a special letter before taking the field with Scotland at the FIFA World Cup.The sender? Rute Cardoso, Diogo Jota’s widow. They shared the dream of playing in the first World Cup of their respect
  
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• 🇰🇷 goalkeeper apologises to wife after missing daughter's birth

  10-06-2026 01:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🇰🇷 goalkeeper apologises to wife after missing daughter's birthMissing the birth of his first son or daughter is not pleasant for any father. But goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu had an “acceptable” excuse.He is in Mexico on duty with South Korea to play in the fourth FIFA World Cup of his career.And he was unable to be there for the birth of his first child.“I really regret not being able to be with my wife during the delivery. I want to bring good results home fr
  
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• Silva agrees to replace Mourinho at Benfica

  10-06-2026 01:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marco Silva and Jose Mourinho both had spells as players with Portuguese clubs Belenenses and Rio Ave in their homeland [Getty Images]Marco Silva has agreed to become Benfica's new head coach as the Portuguese club formalised Jose Mourinho's departure for Real Madrid.Silva, 48, ended his five-year stint as Fulham boss a week ago when his contract at Craven Cottage expired.Benfica said they had "reached an agreement" with Silva who is set to sign a contract until the end of the 2027-28 season whi
  
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• Why England missed out on automatic World Cup spot

  10-06-2026 01:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England's only defeat was away from home against world champions Spain [Getty Images]England beat Ukraine 3-0 on Tuesday night, but it did not matter what they did as automatic qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup was out of their hands.The Lionesses needed Iceland to do them a favour in the other group match, but Spain showed their superiority in Reykjavik with a thumping 6-1 victory.It means Sarina Wiegman's back-to-back Euros winners are heading for the play-offs, while defending worl
  
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• Real Madrid eye Arsenal's Calafiori - Wednesday's gossip

  10-06-2026 00:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid scout Arsenal's Riccardo Calafiori, Tottenham consider Juventus defender Gleison Bremer to replace Cristian Romero, Manchester United chase Newcastle's Lewis Hall.Real Madrid are interested in Arsenal and Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori, 24, who previously played under Jose Mourinho at Roma. (Sky Sports)Tottenham are considering a move for Juventus and Brazil defender Gleison Bremer, 29, to replace 28-year-old Argentina international Cristian Romero in central defence. (Tuttosport
  
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• Spurs Make Their Move as Defensive Rebuild Begins

  10-06-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spurs Make Their Move as Defensive Rebuild BeginsTottenham Transfer News: Andy Robertson Arrival Signals Defensive ResetTottenham’s summer has begun with a decision that feels both sensible and revealing. As reported by The Athletic, Spurs have now confirmed the signing of Andy Robertson from Liverpool, with the Scotland captain leaving Anfield at the end of June after nine years of trophies, authority and relentless running.For a club often accused of acting too late, this feels unusually
  
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