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• Numbers behind Barry-Murphy's first year at Cardiff

  16-06-2026 05:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Brian Barry-Murphy celebrates one year in charge of Cardiff City today (16 June), little more than a month after guiding the Bluebirds back into the Championship.The Irishman signed a three-year contract with the club last summer and led Cardiff to automatic promotion from League One in his debut campaign in the Welsh capital.Cardiff were victorious in 27 of their 46 league games last season at a win rate of 58.7%.Their 91 points came at an impressive rate of 1.98 point
  
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• Barcelona sporting director makes Man City contact over Vitor Reis after Girona relegation

  16-06-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona sporting director makes Man City contact over Vitor Reis after Girona relegationBarcelona have enquired about Man City’s plans for centre-back Vitor Reis this summerReis spent the 2025-26 season on loan at Girona, who have been relegated to Spain’s second-tierA loan with an option to buy is understood to be the structure Barcelona are exploring for a dealBarcelona have contacted Manchester City over their plans for Vitor Reis under incoming manager Enzo Maresca, as per repo
  
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• Barcelona set sights on 28-year-old forward as low-cost alternative – report

  16-06-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona set sights on 28-year-old forward as low-cost alternative – reportAs FC Barcelona continue searching for affordable ways to strengthen their squad, the name of Viktor Tsygankov has emerged as an increasingly attractive option, reports SPORT. The Girona winger and Ukrainian international could provide attacking depth without requiring the major financial commitment associated with many of the club’s other transfer targets.A market opportunityWith significant resources alread
  
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• Barrow bring in right-back Oakley

  16-06-2026 19:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marcel Oakley made eight appearances in all competitions for Birmingham City [Shutterstock]Barrow have signed Peterborough Sports right-back Marcel Oakley on a two-year deal.The 23-year-old started his career with Birmingham City and had loan spells in Scotland with Queens Park and Arbroath.He scored twice in 36 National League North games for the Turbines last season."He has a great mindset, a real tough character and we think he's got a bright future ahead of him," boss Adam Murray told the cl
  
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• Roma face Soule dilemma; clock ticking as Borussia Dortmund ready to pounce

  16-06-2026 19:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma face Soule dilemma; clock ticking as Borussia Dortmund ready to pounceRoma are under growing pressure to sell Matias Soulé before June 30, with Borussia Dortmund emerging as the most concrete suitor for the Argentine as the Giallorossi race to generate €50 million in capital gains to satisfy their UEFA settlement agreement obligations.According to Sky Sport, via Goal, Roma value Soulé at around €30 million, a figure that would contribute significantly towards that ta
  
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• Real Madrid have three players on centre-back shortlist

  16-06-2026 19:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid have three players on centre-back shortlistReal Madrid have already made three signings to strengthen their backline this summer, but a fourth is expected to fulfil Jose Mourinho’s requests. The returning Real Madrid manager is keen to have a second centre-back come into the club this summer despite the arrival of Ibrahima Konate from Liverpool on a free transfer.Konate will be joined by Denzel Dumfries from Inter and Marc Cucurella from Chelsea, the latest to be confirmed, but
  
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• Real Madrid end pursuit of Manchester City star

  16-06-2026 19:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid end pursuit of Manchester City starReal Madrid are still aiming to bring in another central defender, but it is unlikely to be Manchester City man Josko Gvardiol. The 24-year-old was one of Jose Mourinho’s requests to Los Blancos, but it seems that they will not pursue a deal for the Croatian.Gvardiol was reportedly considering his future at City following the exit of Pep Guardiola, and Barcelona had shown interest in recent months, despite doubts about their ability to pull of
  
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• 'Significant moment' as Kerr joins Hibs from Wigan

  16-06-2026 19:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [PA Media]Jason Kerr says joining Hibernian on a two-year deal "is a significant moment for me".The 29-year-old Scottish defender leaves Wigan Athletic, where he made more than 130 appearances over a five-year spell, to join the club he supported growing up.Former Scotland Under-21 player Kerr started his career at St Johnstone and played 147 times for the Perth club, also having loan spells at East Fife and Queen of the South."It's a well-known secret that I'm a Hibs fan," Kerr told club media.
  
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• 'Replacing McKenna isn't simply about finding a good coach'

  16-06-2026 19:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Ipswich Town fan and author Karl Fuller spoke to BBC Radio Suffolk's Brenner Woolley on The Blue Hour about the club's managerial search after Kieran McKenna's unexpected departure earlier this month.It has emerged former Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and ex-Wolves boss Gary O'Neil, who is now in charge of Strasbourg, are leading contenders for the Portman Road job."Ipswich Town need to act fairly swiftly, just to get someone in and get their feet under the table b
  
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• Mansfield sign prolific veteran striker McGoldrick

  16-06-2026 19:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mansfield Town have signed veteran striker David McGoldrick on a one-year deal after he turned down an offer to remain with League One rivals Barnsley.The Stags become the 12th club that McGoldrick, 38, has signed for in a professional career that has spanned 22 years.He moves to One Call Stadium having scored 18 goals in 41 appearances in his solitary season with Barnsley.McGoldrick's career has included spells at Bournemouth, Ipswich Town, Sheffield United, Southampton and Derby County, as wel
  
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• The popular Argentine drink loved by Messi and World Cup fans

  16-06-2026 18:50 via yahoo.com
  At World Cup matches, fans are increasingly seen not just with national flags and team jerseys, but also with gourd cups and metal straws, sharing sips of yerba mate as they passionately support their teams. This caffeinated beverage, a cultural staple in several South American nations, has transcended its origins, spreading globally with soccer's multicultural reach. Its popularity has surged even in the United States, becoming a preferred drink for star athletes both on and off the field.Yerba
  
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• Real Madrid considering terminating injury-prone defender’s contract after €60m new signing

  16-06-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid considering terminating injury-prone defender’s contract after €60m new signingThe arrival of Marc Cucurella has significantly altered the landscape at left-back for Real Madrid. With manager Jose Mourinho identifying the €60 million new signing from Chelsea as his preferred option on the left side of defence, Los Blancos are now expected to focus on trimming the squad and creating space both on the wage bill and in the dressing room.Real Madrid’s plan was alway
  
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• Chicago Stars sign Leila Ouahabi following Man City departure

  16-06-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chicago Stars sign Leila Ouahabi following Man City departureThe Chicago Stars have landed one of Europe’s most decorated defenders in Spanish international Leila Ouahabi. She joins the NWSL outfit on a three-year deal through 2028.Announced Tuesday, the move sees the veteran defender arrive from Manchester City as a free agent, pending international transfer clearance.“I’m very excited to join the Chicago Stars,” Ouahabi said in her club statement. “This is a new c
  
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• 💥Big shock looming, Roberto Martínez to quit Portugal

  16-06-2026 18:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💥Big shock looming, Roberto Martínez to quit PortugalAccording to several media outlets, the Spanish coach has reportedly decided not to continue in charge of the Portuguese national team after the World Cup ends.
  Just hours before Portugal’s debut at this World Cup, major news has rocked the Portuguese camp. According to several English media outlets, Roberto Martínez has decided not to remain in charge of Portugal after the World Cup.His contract, which expires afte
  
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• Nottingham Forest willing to negotiate Arnaud Kalimuendo’s exit

  16-06-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest willing to negotiate Arnaud Kalimuendo’s exitArnaud Kalimuendo scored six goals and provided one assist in 19 Bundesliga games while on loan at Eintracht Frankfurt from Nottingham Forest in 2025/26, and now the Bundesliga side are seeking to sign the French attacker on a permanent basis.Bild understands that negotiations are ongoing, with new developments emerging. Frankfurt, who recently announced the return of Adi Hütter, have no intention of paying the previously
  
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• US businessman Ashraf, 24, takes over at Tamworth

  16-06-2026 18:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  An American-based real estate company has completed its takeover of National League club Tamworth FC.The Lambs have been in negotiations for several months over a deal and confirmed on Tuesday that Dawn Group International had finalised a move to become the club's new owners.The company's founder and chief executive Abdullah Ashraf, 24, will become chairman, taking over from Bob Andrews.Ashraf said he was "exceptionally excited and blessed" to take charge and that previous primary shareholders A
  
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• England explore extra friendly after Croatia opener

  16-06-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England were one of two Uefa teams (along with Norway) to win 100% of their games in World Cup qualifying [Getty Images]England are in talks over a behind-closed-doors game against Major League Soccer side Sporting Kansas City after the World Cup opener against Croatia.Any friendly is likely to be played between Wednesday's fixture against Croatia in Dallas (21:00 BST) and England's second group game versus Ghana next Tuesday (21:00 BST).It is understood that talks over the training match are un
  
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• Bayern Munich sign Germany international Sarah Mattner

  16-06-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich sign Germany international Sarah MattnerThree-time Austrian champion Sarah Mattner has joined German powerhouses Bayern Munich from St. Pölten on a lucrative contract until 2029. Mattner drew attention from many of Europe’s top teams after scoring 16 goals in 16 games during the 2025/26 season.The 23-year old, who finished as the ÖFB Bundesliga top goal scorer this season, won three titles and three ÖFB Cups during her three-and-a-half year stay at Pölten.
  
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• Barcelona leading Atletico Madrid in the race to sign 19-year-old Spanish defender

  16-06-2026 18:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona leading Atletico Madrid in the race to sign 19-year-old Spanish defenderAs reported by SPORT, Barcelona are making progress in their efforts to sign highly-rated young defender Jorge Salinas from Racing Santander.The 19-year-old left-back has emerged as one of the standout performers in Spain’s second division and is viewed by the club as a long-term solution on the left side of defence.Negotiations are moving forward and an agreement could potentially arrive before the end of Ju
  
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• 📹 Neymar trains with Brazil in the USA for first time, watch

  16-06-2026 18:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📹 Neymar trains with Brazil in the USA for first time, watchBrazil’s national team had a major piece of news in training this Tuesday (16) in New Jersey. For the first time since the squad reported for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, No. 10 Neymar stepped onto the pitch to do physical work. Still in a carefully managed transition from the medical department back to the field, the star trained in sneakers — not boots — doing light exercises and without any contact with the ball
  
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• TNS to face Sabah as Welsh sides learn Euro fate

  16-06-2026 18:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wales are currently ranked 54th in Uefa's association club coefficient rankings - with only San Marino sitting below them [FAW]The New Saints will face Sabah of Azerbaijan in the opening qualifying round of the 2026-27 Champions League.Craig Harrison's men won the Cymru Premier title for the fifth successive season last time out to once again be Wales' representatives in Europe's premier club competition.They will take on Sabah in Azerbaijan on either 7 or 8 July in the first round first leg, wi
  
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• Journalist: Man United Midfield Search Shifts After Anderson Price Blow

  16-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Man United Midfield Search Shifts After Anderson Price BlowManchester United Transfer Plan Takes Shape Amid Midfield Market RealityAnderson Price Forces United RethinkManchester United’s summer is beginning with a familiar truth, ambition must live within limits. According to The Athletic, Elliot Anderson has long been viewed as United’s first choice midfield target, yet Nottingham Forest have already rejected a Manchester City package worth more than £120m. At that
  
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• Ghana appeal after Canada rejects Thomas Partey visa

  16-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ghana have appealed Canada's decision to refuse midfielder Thomas Partey entry into the country for the team's first World Cup match while he awaits trial on rape charges.A Canadian federal court heard the appeal Tuesday, just one day before Ghana faces Panama in Toronto.Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs had criticised the visa denial for Partey, who awaits trial in Britain, as a “high-handed and extremely unfair decision.”Partey faces allegations from several women dating to
  
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• England’s World Cup team hires plane used by Trump administration to deport migrants, report claims

  16-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England’s World Cup team appears to have flown on the same plane that the Trump administration used to deport migrants to a brutal El Salvadoran prison last year.The England team was pictured disembarking the plane, operated by Global Crossing Airlines, also known as GlobalX, in Kansas City, Missouri, Saturday to return to their base training camp after playing two friendly matches in Florida. According to data from aviation tracking site, FlightRadar24, the plane appears to be the same on
  
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• Amorim appointed as AC Milan head coach

  16-06-2026 18:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ruben Amorim won 24 games and lost 21 out of 63 matches in charge of Manchester United [Getty Images]Former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has been appointed as head coach of Italian giants AC Milan.The 41-year-old has signed a two-year contract to replace Massimiliano Allegri, who was sacked after a catastrophic run of form at the end of the season led to the club missing out on Champions League qualification.Reports in Italy claim Amorim will forego the year's pay he was still owed by
  
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• Mourinho does not consider Real Madrid midfielder ‘untouchable’; club open to offers

  16-06-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho does not consider Real Madrid midfielder ‘untouchable’; club open to offersReal Madrid are leaving no stone unturned in their efforts to strengthen the squad heading into the new season. Four new signings have already been secured, with more expected to be completed in the coming weeks.However, in order to make room for the new arrivals, Los Blancos will also need to sell some players in the summer. After all, La Liga allows only 25 player registrations in the squad for the
  
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• 🚨 It’s now official: former United coach Amorim joins Milan

  16-06-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 It’s now official: former United coach Amorim joins MilanAfter it had already been reported by various media outlets, it is now official. Ruben Amorim will take over AC Milan for the coming season. “I know exactly what this club stands for: history, prestige, and an extraordinary worldwide fanbase. It is a challenge I accept with pride and enthusiasm, fully aware of what these colors represent. I can hardly wait to get started and experience, day by day, the passion th
  
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• 🚨 Official, Rúben Amorim is the new AC Milan manager

  16-06-2026 18:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official, Rúben Amorim is the new AC Milan managerThis is the big news of this Tuesday afternoon!AC Milan have officially appointed Rúben Amorim as head coach of the first team.After major success at Sporting (2 league titles) and a spell at Manchester United, the Portuguese manager is now settling in at San Siro."Amorim-ball" arrives in Serie A 🧠Known as one of the most innovative coaches in Europe, Amorim comes in to impose his philosophy: attacking football, hi
  
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• Florian Wirtz will be praying bombshell €100m deal gets over the line

  16-06-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Florian Wirtz will be praying bombshell €100m deal gets over the lineLiverpool starwill be desperate for a bombshell €100m deal to get over the line. It's exactly what he needs.Florian Wirtz had a disappointing debut campaign for Liverpool after his mega-money move from Bayer Leverkusen. Now, it wasn't a complete disaster and he did manage five Premier League goals and three assists but those numbers are way down on what was expected.It seems the playmaker needs something to change. Th
  
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• Cape Verde hero in tears as mother couldn’t afford US visa to watch him at World Cup 2026

  16-06-2026 18:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha revealed in the aftermath of his heroic performance against Spain that his mother was not present in Atlanta because she couldn’t afford a visa to the United States. Vozinha, 40, was the star of the show as he kept an amazing clean sheet to keep the European champions at bay and earn Cape Verde their first World Cup point on their debut, in a huge early shock. The keeper has been his country’s No 1 for 13 years but his mother was not in the stadium. Cape
  
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