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• No Pulisic, no problem: how the USA learned to win without their star player

  20-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ricardo Pepi helped fill the gap left by Christian Pulisic’s absence on Friday.Photograph: Robin Alam/ISI Photos/Getty ImagesOnce it was clear that Christian Pulisic’s calf could keep him out of Friday’s match against Australia, Mauricio Pochettino had a lot of options to consider. There is no like-for-like alternative to Pulisic, still the United States’ most important player.Australia entered this game with a point to prove, wanting to build off of their opening win ove
  
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• PSG’s interest in Julian Alvarez cools following rejection

  23-06-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG’s interest in Julian Alvarez cools following rejectionJulian Alvarez has gone public in stating his desire to leave Atletico Madrid. Following Argentina’s win over Austria on Monday, the centre-forward said that a transfer would be in the best interest of all parties. His comments come amid interest from Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal, but most importantly, Barcelona.Atletico Madrid are reticent to sell to Barcelona, but it is Alvarez’s dream to play for the Catalan club. The
  
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• Milan & Como join Liverpool & Spurs in race for Norwegian talent Schjelderup

  23-06-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan & Como join Liverpool & Spurs in race for Norwegian talent SchjelderupAndreas Schjelderup has emerged as one of the most coveted young attackers in European football following a strong start to the World Cup with Norway, with Milan and Como the latest clubs to register serious interest in the Benfica winger, joining Liverpool, Tottenham and Atletico Madrid in monitoring the 22-year-old.According to TuttoMercatoWeb, Benfica value Schjelderup at approximately €30 million, double
  
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• Reading sign winger Lisbie from Colchester

  23-06-2026 11:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kyreece Lisbie scored 11 goals last season for Colchester[Getty Images]Reading have signed attacker Kyreece Lisbie from Colchester United as their first addition of the summer transfer window. The 22-year-old has penned a four-year contract at Select Car Leasing Stadium for an undisclosed fee. Lisbie mainly plays as a right-winger but can also play as a striker and on the left-hand side. Last season he made 51 appearances, scoring 11 goals and registering eight assists. Lisbie played 45 times fo
  
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• World Cup 2026: England v Ghana - who will start for Tuchel's side?

  23-06-2026 11:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa World Cup 2026: England can seal progression to the last 32 should they beat Ghana at 21:00 BST - see full fixture schedule and groups hereWho should start for Thomas Tuchel's side? Have your say by pressing Get Involved on this pageFormer England forward Chris Sutton expects a comfortable England win - do you agree?Predict the score of the England game and other selected fixtures on our World Cup predictorICYMI: Lionel Messi makes history as defending champions Argentina beat Austria 2-0 t
  
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• 🤔 What should Brazil's line-up be for the final group game? Have your say!

  23-06-2026 11:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤔 What should Brazil's line-up be for the final group game? Have your say!Brazil’s national team took to the field on Monday afternoon (22) in New Jersey to continue preparations for the match against Scotland. This Wednesday’s match (24), valid for the third round of Group C of the World Cup, will be decisive for Brazil’s hopes of securing top spot in the group.Cleared to play, Neymar has fully recovered from a calf injury and trained normally with the group.Alisson, m
  
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• Real Madrid teenage prodigy’s situation uncertain despite breakthrough last season

  23-06-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid teenage prodigy’s situation uncertain despite breakthrough last seasonOne of the few positives for Real Madrid during their ill-fated 2025/26 season was the breakthrough of teenage midfielder Thiago Pitarch.The 18-year-old La Fabrica talent had been in and around the first-team dynamics from the start of pre-season under Xabi Alonso, but it was only under Alvaro Arbeloa that he finally made his senior debut.After that, Thiago established himself as a regular in the side, even j
  
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• Barcelona close to signing South American wonderkid compared to Nuno Mendes

  23-06-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona close to signing South American wonderkid compared to Nuno MendesBarcelona’s search for emerging talent continues to stretch far beyond Europe, and the club now appears close to securing another promising addition for the future.The Catalan giants have significantly increased their scouting activity across South America in recent years, identifying young players who can strengthen the club’s development structure while also becoming valuable long-term assets. That stra
  
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• How France finally found the perfect supporting cast for Kylian Mbappe

  23-06-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  One of the main storylines of the World Cup so far has been the world’s biggest stars delivering on the greatest stage of all. Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and now Erling Haaland have all scored two or more goals in both of their first two matches this summer, with Harry Kane hoping to join them when England face Ghana on Tuesday night. It’s a fitting start to sport’s grandest event, with four of the world’s best delivering the type of performances that fans had hoped for
  
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• Exclusive | Auxerre’s Lassine Sinayoko keen on Premier League move

  23-06-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Exclusive | Auxerre’s Lassine Sinayoko keen on Premier League moveLassine Sinayoko (26) is the subject of a thorough enquiry from a Premier League club, Get French Football News understands, and the Mali international is keen to make the move to England, despite interest from elsewhere. Sinayoko, who has come through the ranks at AJ Auxerre, has excelled over the course of the past two seasons. His performances in the 2024/25 season almost earned him a move away, amid signif
  
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• Roma devise plan to sign former Man Utd forward Greenwood: the details

  23-06-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma devise plan to sign former Man Utd forward Greenwood: the detailsRoma are pushing hard to sign Mason Greenwood before the end of June, with the club devising a structured payment plan designed to satisfy Marseille’s financial obligations to UEFA while keeping the total outlay manageable, and with Gasperini himself in regular contact with the player to ensure he stays committed to the move.According to Corriere dello Sport, via CalcioMercato, Roma are prepared to make an immediate paym
  
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• Arsenal make £100m Villa man number 1 target

  23-06-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal make £100m Villa man number 1 targetVilla value the England international at no less than £100m, with Arsenal expected to open talks in the coming weeks.Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty ImagesArsenal have reportedly made Morgan Rogers their number one target for the summer, but Aston Villa are expected to demand more than £100m for the England international.Arsenal are hoping to sign Rogers for around £80m, which reflects his current valuation, but Villa are in a str
  
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• Marseille’s Leonardo Balerdi turned down Bayer Leverkusen move

  23-06-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marseille’s Leonardo Balerdi turned down Bayer Leverkusen moveOlympique de Marseille are desperate to raise funds this summer. The club avoided exclusion from European competition for next season, with UEFA handing down a suspended sentence. If the financial situation does not improve by next summer, OM will face a ban, however. Mason Greenwood is the most bankable asset and Marseille are looking to sell the former Manchester United forward. AS Roma are interested, but he is a difficu
  
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• Álvarez Goes Public: Why His Exit Plea Changes Nothing Yet

  23-06-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Álvarez Goes Public: Why His Exit Plea Changes Nothing YetThe Guardian report that Julián Álvarez (26) has formally told Atlético Madrid he wants to leave the club this summer, with the Argentina forward stating publicly that a transfer is “the best thing for everyone” and that he wants to “fulfil his dream.” The announcement came after Argentina’s World Cup Group J win over Austria, delivering a level of explicitness that moves the saga
  
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• Former Atletico Madrid forward explains why Alvarez would be a ‘spectacular’ signing for Barcelona

  23-06-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Atletico Madrid forward explains why Alvarez would be a ‘spectacular’ signing for BarcelonaThe Julian Alvarez transfer story continues to gather momentum, and after his public admission that he believes a transfer is the best solution for his future, the debate surrounding his next destination has intensified. Barcelona remain strongly linked with the Atletico Madrid forward, while several figures connected to both clubs have started sharing their views on the situation.A
  
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• OneFootball x Dizzee Rascal: England are looking effortless right now

  23-06-2026 10:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OneFootball x Dizzee Rascal: England are looking effortless right nowAs part of OneFootball's collaboration series with Shoot Music we're interviewing an artist about their love of football and, over the next few weeks, it will be all about the World Cup.This week it's grime legend and England fan, Dizzee Rascal.How exciting has the World Cup been so far for you?There's been amazing goals scored. It's been exciting seeing how competitive the teams are and the fact that they've made it a bigger t
  
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• Virgil van Dijk breaks silence on potential injury blow – “We will see”

  23-06-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Virgil van Dijk breaks silence on potential injury blow – “We will see”Virgil van Dijk Injury Fear Eases After Netherlands World Cup Statement WinLiverpool supporters know international tournaments can become a source of anxiety. Every challenge, every collision and every moment a key player stays on the ground is enough to raise the pulse around Anfield.That was certainly the case when Virgil van Dijk suffered a worrying knock during the Netherlands’ emphatic 5-1 victory
  
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• Messi extends his World Cup legacy while Ronaldo faces defining moment

  23-06-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Messi extends his World Cup legacy while Ronaldo faces defining momentAs the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins to gather pace, the spotlight is falling on the game’s biggest names as records tumble and expectations continue to soar.Defending champions Argentina have punched knockout tickets with a game to spare, just like two-time winners France.Beaten Euro 2024 finalists England will look to do the same today, while under-pressure Portugal bid to bounce back from a disappointing start.Read on, a
  
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• Barcelona to focus on wantaway Julian Alvarez after Harry Kane snub

  23-06-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona to focus on wantaway Julian Alvarez after Harry Kane snubBarcelona have been exploring several options in their search for a new striker to replace Robert Lewandowski this summer.TyC Sports claims that they initially inquired about a potential move for Harry Kane but are now focused on striking a deal for Argentine striker Julian Alvarez.Barcelona had initially made Kane their primary target. They viewed him as a successor to Lewandowski and fancied their chances of luring him away fro
  
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• FULL 90' FOR MIKE AND ADRIEN IN ANOTHER WIN FOR FRANCE

  23-06-2026 10:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FULL 90' FOR MIKE AND ADRIEN IN ANOTHER WIN FOR FRANCEAdrien Rabiot and Mike Maignan both played the full 90 minutes as France beat Iraq3-0. It was a one-sided contest for Les Bleus, although the match was made unusual by a lengthy interruption of one hour and 43 minutes due to lightning, as well as Kylian Mbappé’s landmark 100th appearance for the national team, which he marked with a brace. Adrien came close to finding the net with a header and impressed with several important rec
  
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• Report: Arsenal receive major boost in the race to sign World Cup star

  23-06-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal receive major boost in the race to sign World Cup starArsenal Ready to Test Aston Villa Resolve Over Morgan RogersArsenal’s summer transfer plans appear far from complete. Having secured the Premier League title and reached the Champions League final, Mikel Arteta is now looking to strengthen from a position of power. According to TalkSport, Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers is firmly on the club’s radar.The England international enjoyed another outstanding campaign and
  
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• OGC Nice interested in Marseille’s Hamed Junior Traoré

  23-06-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OGC Nice interested in Marseille’s Hamed Junior TraoréHamed Junior Traoré (26) is being heavily linked with an exit from Olympique de Marseille, despite his move to the club only being made permanent this summer. OGC Nice have now emerged as a contender for his signature, as per a report from La Provence.Traoré joined OM from AFC Bournemouth last summer on a loan deal that included an obligation to make the move permanent, in the event that certain conditions were
  
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• Rice in 'good space' after 'mentally tough' season

  23-06-2026 10:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Declan Rice has said that last season's title win with Arsenal was "mentally tough", but he is in a "very good space" before England's World Cup match against Ghana. Rice has made 63 appearances for Arsenal and England this season, and was withdrawn as a precaution in England's 4-2 win over Croatia last week. The midfielder revealed to ITV Sport that he has been playing with "neural pain" in his hamstring since the turn of the year, but insists he is well-equipped to deal with the
  
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• Real Madrid draw up contingency plan featuring Man City talisman if 25-year-old superstar decides to leave

  23-06-2026 10:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid draw up contingency plan featuring Man City talisman if 25-year-old superstar decides to leaveReal Madrid are not a club in the habit of losing their superstars and generally tend to get them to commit to new contracts.Los Blancos, understandably, do not want to lose Vinicius Jr., but the club are already thinking about what would happen if his renewal situation does not end with an agreement.According to SPORT, Florentino Perez has left the door open to a possible exit if Vinicius d
  
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• Maldini closing in on Italy technical director role under new FIGC president Malagò

  23-06-2026 10:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Maldini closing in on Italy technical director role under new FIGC president MalagòPaolo Maldini is set to take on the role of Italy’s technical director under new FIGC president Giovanni Malagò, with the Milan legend identified as the ideal figure to bridge the gap between the federation and Serie A clubs as Italian football embarks on what Malagò has described as a period of “lucid folly.”According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Maldini’s appointment is c
  
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• Barcelona likely to make €120 million offer for priority target who has expressed desire to leave – report

  23-06-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona likely to make €120 million offer for priority target who has expressed desire to leave – reportBarcelona received a huge boost in their pursuit of Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez this summer when he came out with a public stance asking for a transfer.Atletico have not been open to negotiating for the Argentine attacker, and the 26-year-old’s revelation about fulfilling his “dream” points to a move to the Catalan club.Now, according to Santi Ovalle on E
  
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• Aston Villa trio set for Annecy loan

  23-06-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa trio set for Annecy loanV Sports, the owners of Aston Villa, confirmed their purchase of a minority share in Ligue 2 club AS Annecy (thought to be a 30% share, although not confirmed) earlier this month. It is a deal that had been in the works for some time, and Villa defender Triston Rowe spent last season on loan at the French club.The multi-club ‘synergies’ between the two entities are set to go further this summer, as per a report from The Athletic. The publicati
  
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• Manchester United make enquiries over deal to sign Bournemouth’s Alex Scott

  23-06-2026 10:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United make enquiries over deal to sign Bournemouth’s Alex ScottManchester United are interested in signing Bournemouth star Alex Scott in the ongoing summer transfer window. According to The Athletic, the Red Devils have made enquiries over a deal to sign Scott. Bournemouth are trying hard to tie him down to a fresh deal, with his current contract expiring in 2028. The 22-year-old enjoyed a stellar 2025-26 season at the Cherries, amassing 37 Premier League appear
  
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• Is there a problem with the 2026 World Cup ball? Why goalkeepers are struggling with the Trionda

  23-06-2026 10:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There are a few parallels that can be drawn between the World Cups of 2026 and 2010. Both kicked off with the same opener: South Africa vs Mexico. Both harnessed an irritating droning noise we couldn’t get rid of: South Africa had the vuvuzela, North America has Alexi Lalas. But there’s an emerging shared trait that threatens to disrupt this tournament, just like it did 16 years ago. Once again, the ball is becoming the story.No football exists in greater infamy than the Jabulani. It
  
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• Rodez’s Tairyk Arconte set to sign for Millwall

  23-06-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rodez’s Tairyk Arconte set to sign for MillwallRodez AF centre-forward Tairyk Arconte (22) is set to sign for EFL Championship side Millwall, as per a report from Foot Mercato. Arconte thrived at Rodez last season. The centre-forward joined from Pau FC and hit the ground running. In his first season (and now likely his only season, despite being under contract until the summer of 2028), he netted 14 goals in 32 games in Ligue 2. He also registered four assists, guiding his club t
  
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