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• Official: Baldanzi moves to Genoa permanently

  19-06-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Baldanzi moves to Genoa permanentlyRoma has officially sold Tommaso Baldanzi to Genoa. It won’t be a permanent transfer, but a loan with an obligation to buy. The fee is expected to be around €9.5 million. The Giallorossi club said goodbye to the attacking midfielder with a statement: “AS Roma announces that it has reached an agreement with Genoa CFC for the transfer of Tommaso Baldanzi. The deal concludes with a loan with an obligation to buy. Baldanzi made 69 appeara
  
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• How do you stop Haaland?

  22-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Erling Haaland had to wait until the age of 25 not just to make his World Cup debut, but his international tournament bow too.And the Leeds-born striker is clearly eager to make up for lost time."He's the opposite of [Kylian] Mbappe and [Lionel] Messi," Ashley Williams said. "He'll beat you without the ball, which makes it even more dangerous."You want to help your midfield by squeezing up, so they don't have to cover too much distance."But as soon as you leave the space in behind, he's going to
  
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• Charlton striker Godden signs new one-year deal

  22-06-2026 12:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Matt Godden's previous clubs include Scunthorpe United, Ebbsfleet United, Stevenage, Peterborough United and Coventry City [Getty Images]Charlton Athletic striker Matt Godden has agreed a new one-year contract with the Championship club.Godden, 34, has scored 24 goals in 60 appearances for the Addicks since joining from Coventry City in July 2024."It's something that I was really keen to get done and I'm just glad it's sorted now," he told the club's official website.Manager Nathan Jones said: "
  
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• 'The world is his oyster' - Gabbiadini on Jones' Peterborough move

  22-06-2026 12:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former Sunderland striker Marco Gabbiadini believes academy graduate Harrison Jones' move to Peterborough is "great news" as he looks to progress in senior football.Jones joined the Black Cats age six and made seven appearances for the club in all competitions before agreeing a three-year deal with Peterborough.Speaking to BBC Radio Newcastle, Gabbiadini said: "That's great news for the young man because he's off and running in his professional career and I'm sure he will be a play
  
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• Report: €40m fee placed on Liverpool star ahead of potential summer exit

  22-06-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: €40m fee placed on Liverpool star ahead of potential summer exitLiverpool reject Inter Milan approach as £34m valuation sets Curtis Jones benchmarkLiverpool have made their position crystal clear over Curtis Jones after rejecting a second approach from Inter Milan, with the Premier League champions unwilling to entertain offers significantly below their valuation of the academy graduate.According to reporting from The Athletic, Inter Milan’s latest verbal offer of around
  
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• What is the right price for Jones?

  22-06-2026 12:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]With Curtis Jones' future uncertain at Liverpool, we want to know your thoughts on whether you would sell the midfielder or keep him for his influence in the dressing room. Speaking to club media in 2024, Jones explained: "I've played 150 games - it's a lot of games."I'm not a kid anymore, I'm experienced and I think if I want to take the next step again now I have to start scoring more goals and becoming a big part of the team. That comes down to goals and assists."Midfielder
  
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• Gossip: Blackburn bid for Greenwood rejected

  22-06-2026 12:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Blackburn Rovers have had a £1m bid including add-ons for English former Leeds, Middlesbrough and Preston striker Sam Greenwood, 24, rejected by Polish side Pogon Szczecin. (Sunderland Echo)For more transfer news and rumours, read Monday's full gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Madueke's remarkable season - from petition to World Cup starter

  22-06-2026 12:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Noni Madueke has made 12 appearances for England [Getty Images]When Noni Madueke was named in England's starting line-up for their World Cup opener against Croatia it was the latest moment in what has been a dramatic season for the Arsenal winger.Last summer Madueke completed a move to the Gunners from Chelsea for about £50m, but supporters started a petition against the signing with a #NoToMadueke hashtag being used across social media platforms.But just under 12 months later, the 24-year
  
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• Blades' Chong helps Curacao to first World Cup point

  22-06-2026 12:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Sheffield United's Tahith Chong helped earn Curacao their first point in a World Cup with a 0-0 draw against Ecuador on Sunday.The midfielder played 76 minutes during the stalemate, while Middlesbrough winger Sontje Hansen was on the bench for the Caribbean side.Curacao will next play Ivory Coast on Thursday (21:00 BST) for a chance to progress through the group stages with a first tournament win.Meanwhile, Sheffield Wednesday's Yan Valery, Ben Slimane of Norwich City and Burnley's
  
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• Real Madrid star will have final say on whether he leaves this summer

  22-06-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star will have final say on whether he leaves this summerAfter a frantic start to the summer in terms of signings, Real Madrid will start to focus more on outgoings in the coming weeks. One position where there will be an exit is left-back, given that Marc Cucurella’s arrival means there are now four first team players fighting for one spot in Jose Mourinho’s starting line-up.That spot will be Cucurella, which means that Alvaro Carreras, Fran Garcia and Ferland Mendy are
  
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• Gossip: Bolton in talks with Liverpool's Stephenson

  22-06-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Bolton Wanderers are in advanced talks to sign the versatile Luca Stephenson from Liverpool after the 22-year-old spent the past two seasons on loan at Dundee United. (Football Insider)For more transfer news and rumours, read Monday's full gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Doku controversy piles pressure on Belgium as France early progression

  22-06-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Doku controversy piles pressure on Belgium as France early progressionThe stakes continue to rise at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the group stage enters a crucial phase, with every point becoming increasingly valuable.Spain bounced back from a shock 0-0 draw against Cape Verde in stellar fashion, bagging four unanswered goals against Saudi Arabia to steer two points clear of Uruguay at the top of Group H.Lamine Yamal found the net only ten minutes into his maiden World Cup start to set the tone fo
  
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• Gossip: Stoke close in on Albion goalkeeper Griffiths

  22-06-2026 12:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Stoke City are trying to finalise a deal for West Bromwich Albion's English goalkeeper Josh Griffiths, 24, in a move that would allow the Baggies' England youth international Tommy Simkin, 21, to head back out on loan. (Stoke Sentinel)For more transfer news and rumours, read Monday's full gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Gossip: Pompey renew interest in defender Graham

  22-06-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Portsmouth have reignited their interest in signing Dundee's Scottish defender Luke Graham, 22, who is also wanted by Scottish Premiership giants Rangers. (The Herald)For more transfer news and rumours, read Monday's full gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Gossip: Batth set to leave Derby for free

  22-06-2026 12:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Derby County defender Danny Batth is set to leave after the club failed to agree a new deal with the 35-year-old Englishman, who is out of contract at Pride Park this summer. (Football League World)For more transfer news and rumours, read Monday's full gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Marcus Rashford says England must ‘fight for each other’ amid fierce competition for starting places

  22-06-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marcus Rashford says England have to “fight for each other” in the same way as players fight for club teammates, as Thomas Tuchel tries to create a brotherhood spirit within the camp.Rashford, who has been on loan at Barcelona this season, is in competition with Anthony Gordon - who has recently been unveiled as a new Barca signing - for a place in the England starting line-up.The Manchester United player said he relishes competing at the “pinnacle” of football and having
  
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• MANNA-JADID, UNDER-15 CHAMPIONS OF ITALY!

  22-06-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MANNA-JADID, UNDER-15 CHAMPIONS OF ITALY!The Rossoneri Youth Sector have accomplished another great feat at the Romeo Neri Stadium in Rimini, where the Under-15 men's side coached by Lorenzo Cresta clinched the Scudetto. The 2-0 victory over Empoli earned the Rossoneri their fourth title in the league, after previous triumphs in 1992, 2010, and 2022. For our youth teams, it's the second success of the season, after the Women's Primavera won the national title. This triumph is especially special
  
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• Gossip: Everton want Bowen, West Ham eye Mulligan

  22-06-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Everton boss David Moyes is pushing to sign England international Jarrod Bowen from West Ham and the Toffees have submitted an initial £20m bid for the winger. (GiveMeSport)West Ham, Wolves and Southampton are battling for the signature of Hibernian's Scottish midfielder Josh Mulligan after the 23-year-old impressed in his breakthrough season in 2025-26. (TEAMTalk)For more transfer news and rumours, read Monday's full gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Gasperini asks Roma for additional left-footed defender

  22-06-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini asks Roma for additional left-footed defenderDays of planning at Roma. Gian Piero Gasperini, Tony D’Amico, and Lorenzo Pellegrini are currently present at Trigoria. The first transfer market meeting is about to begin. There are several issues to resolve: contract renewals, capital gains to be made by June 30th to comply with the settlement agreement, and signings to enhance the squad available to the Grugliasco-born coach, who dreams of Greenwood. After numerous discussions with
  
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• Gossip: Wolves keen on Scotland striker Adams

  22-06-2026 12:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Wolves are interested in signing Scotland striker Che Adams from Serie A side Torino but face competition from Venezia to bring in the 29-year-old. (Tutto Mercato - in Italian)Wolves, West Ham and Southampton are battling for the signature of Hibernian's Scottish midfielder Josh Mulligan after the 23-year-old impressed in his breakthrough season in 2025-26. (TEAMTalk)For more transfer news and rumours, read Monday's full gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Roma monitor Lamine Camara as possible Kone alternative

  22-06-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma monitor Lamine Camara as possible Kone alternativeShould Manu Koné leave, Roma will look for a top midfielder. The latest option is Lamine Camara, the 22-year-old from Monaco. According to today’s Leggo, should Koné leave, Roma is evaluating several options, especially in France. The Giallorossi have made inquiries about Lille’s Bouaddi, who is impressing at the World Cup with Morocco, but the price and competition are prohibitive. A more viable option, however, is
  
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• First Women’s Champions League 26/27 ties are confirmed

  22-06-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  First Women’s Champions League 26/27 ties are confirmedUEFA has drawn the first and second qualifying rounds, while Arsenal are set for a later start after a proper summer break and a Spain pre-season tour.Photo by David Ramos/Getty ImagesArsenal will begin their Women’s Champions League 2026/27 campaign in the league phase at the end of September, allowing the players a proper summer break before a pre-season tour to Spain, according to The Gooner and Arseblog.UEFA drew the first an
  
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• French TV apologises for presenter’s controversial comments amid Jeremy Doku World Cup childbirth row

  22-06-2026 12:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  French sports media leader L’Équipe has publicly distanced itself from a presenter’s controversial remarks criticising Belgium winger Jeremy Doku for expressing a desire to leave the World Cup for the birth of his first child.France Pierron, a presenter on the television show L’Équipe de Choc, sparked outrage on Friday by describing childbirth as "a disgusting moment, excuse me, where the dad is useless". She further questioned Doku’s commitment, stating, "T
  
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• Real Madrid set for €7.5 million revenue boost as former defender closes in on Napoli move

  22-06-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid set for €7.5 million revenue boost as former defender closes in on Napoli moveReal Madrid have made quite a few moves in the market this summer, notably bolstering their defensive unit by signing Ibrahima Konate, Marc Cucurella and Denzel Dumfries.The club continue to monitor some of the defensive talents across Europe, with Alessandro Bastoni notably being back on the agenda. However, Los Blancos would require significant capital in order to make a move for the Italian internat
  
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• Arsenal use international teammate in move for England star

  22-06-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal use international teammate in move for England starArsenal Transfer News: Morgan Rogers Could Become Arteta’s Defining Summer SigningArsenal’s pursuit of Morgan Rogers feels significant because it speaks to a broader evolution within Mikel Arteta’s project. According to reporting from the Mirror, the Gunners are increasingly optimistic about their chances of signing Aston Villa’s standout attacker, with England team mates quietly playing a role behind the scenes.A
  
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• Rival on the horizon? Brazil have 34.7% chance of facing Netherlands

  22-06-2026 12:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rival on the horizon? Brazil have 34.7% chance of facing NetherlandsBrazil secured qualification at the World Cup by defeating Haiti and is now already starting to look ahead to possible knockout-stage opponents.According to a survey carried out by economist Bruno Imaizumi and published by ge, the Netherlands have a 34.7% chance of being Brazil’s rivals in the next round.Next come Japan (28.4%) and Sweden (19%). Germany (9.8%) and Mexico (8.1%) are the other teams with chances of cros
  
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• Walters backs Stoke boss Robins after exit rumours

  22-06-2026 12:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stoke have finished 18th and 17th during Mark Robins' 18-month tenure [Getty Images]Stoke City sporting director Jonathan Walters has quashed speculation that manager Mark Robins is set to leave the club.Rumours had circulated that Robins' future at the club was in doubt after a run of one point from their final six games saw them finish 17th in the Championship last season.But Walters has called for stability and insists that the 56-year-old former Coventry City boss will lead the team into the
  
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• Who could Germany face in the Round of 32 at the World Cup?

  22-06-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Who could Germany face in the Round of 32 at the World Cup?Following Deniz Undav’s stoppage-time winner against the Ivory Coast, Germany have secured top spot in their World Cup group with one game to spare. Remarkably, this is the first time since 2014 that Germany has gotten out of the Group Stage at the World Cup. Prior to 2018 and 2022, Germany had never failed to get out of the groups. With this in mind, Die Mannschaft cannot think of resting a few players against Ecuador on Thur
  
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• 📸 Just unfair or clever? Furore over this World Cup moment

  22-06-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Just unfair or clever? Furore over this World Cup momentAfter Uruguay and Cape Verde drew 2–2 on Monday night, one moment in particular sparked a lot of discussion online. Shortly before halftime, Cape Verde’s Telmo Arcanjo was lying on the ground with cramp. His opponent Federico Vinas stretched his leg. So far, so nice. But when he saw that his team was launching an attack, Vinas let go of the leg pretty quickly. Maxi Araujo then made it 1–1. You can
  
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• Elliot Anderson names England World Cup teammate as his biggest role model

  22-06-2026 12:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England midfielder Elliot Anderson has revealed he looks to team-mate Declan Rice as a key inspiration for improving his own game, as both players seek to anchor Thomas Tuchel’s side in their World Cup challenge. The pair, who were instrumental in last week’s opening group victory against Croatia, are set to feature again when England face Ghana on Tuesday.Anderson, who is expected to earn his 11th cap, expressed his admiration for the Arsenal linchpin, who is participating in his fo
  
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