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• Official | Malang Sarr leaves RC Lens

  30-06-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Malang Sarr leaves RC LensThe exodus from RC Lens continues. Captain Adrien Thomasson left on a free transfer to join Stade Rennais, Allan Saint-Maximin has left, too, following the expiry of his short-term contract, whilst Pierre Sage, the manager who led them to Coupe de France glory and a second-place finish in Ligue 1, has departed after one season to become the manager of Crystal Palace.Malang Sarr (27) is the latest to depart, as Lens confirmed on Tuesday. The 30th June is synon
  
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• ⚠️ Lucas Paquetá has scans, and CBF confirm injury

  30-06-2026 18:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ⚠️ Lucas Paquetá has scans, and CBF confirm injuryNational team midfielder Lucas Paquetá had an injury to the back of his left thigh confirmed after undergoing imaging tests on Tuesday (30).The player felt the issue on Monday, during Brazil’s victory over Japan in the second round of the 2026 World Cup.Paquetá began limping in the final minutes of the first half against the Japanese team. The player left the field at halftime in severe pain, needing suppor
  
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• Can the pilot turn back? Germany fan learns of exit on flight to last 16

  30-06-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Can the pilot turn back? Germany fan learns of exit on flight to last 16Imagine being a DFB fan, having tickets for the World Cup Round of 16, and then Germany doesn’t even make it. That’s what happened to this German supporter, who will now be watching the match between Paraguay and the winner of France vs. Sweden in New York. Content creator Fiago tried to take it with humor on 'X' and asked his followers whether he should ask the pilot to turn around. After landing, he s
  
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• Auxerre set to sign Luton Town’s Christ Makosso

  30-06-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Auxerre set to sign Luton Town’s Christ MakossoAJ Auxerre are reportedly on the verge of signing Luton Town player Christ Makosso (22), according to reports from journalists Ben Jacobs and Sacha Tavolieri.Under contract with the Haters until 2029, the Brazzaville, Congo-born player is said to have reached an agreement with AJA. A transfer worth around €1.5m, including bonuses, is therefore expected to be finalised.Having previously played for FC Sochaux-Montbéliard, the defende
  
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• Mourinho requests detailed dossiers on Real Madrid’s youth setup and medical department

  30-06-2026 18:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho requests detailed dossiers on Real Madrid’s youth setup and medical departmentAccording to journalist Mario Cortegana, Jose Mourinho has initiated a comprehensive structural overhaul at Real Madrid by demanding exhaustive audits across multiple departments, triggering immediate internal shifts at the club. The newly-appointed manager is actively seeking to identify operational failures from past campaigns while integrating his own specialised training methodologies.Reports on yout
  
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• Hartlepool bring in striker Bondo

  30-06-2026 18:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Terry Bondo made his competitive debut for Blackpool in November 2024, aged 17 [Getty Images]Hartlepool have signed striker Terry Bondo on a one-year deal.The 19-year-old was a free agent after being released by Blackpool at the end of the season.He made 11 appearances for the Seasiders and had loan spells in non-league with Matlock Town, Marine and King's Lynn Town."I'm still at the beginning of my career and I know there's a lot more to come from me," he told the club's website.Pools have the
  
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• Spurs sign Norwegian international goalkeeper Panengstuen

  30-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spurs sign Norwegian international goalkeeper PanengstuenTottenham Hotspur have completed the signing of Norwegian international goalkeeper Selma Panengstuen.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Lilywhites earlier today.The 23-year-old joins the North Londoners from Norwegian Toppserien side SK Brann where she initially worked under current Spurs boss Martin Ho for a period.Panengstuen started out with Raufoss IL before moving to Stabæk. A spe
  
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• 🧠 Work smarter not harder! Lionel Messi sets ridiculous group stage record

  30-06-2026 18:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🧠 Work smarter not harder! Lionel Messi sets ridiculous group stage recordLionel Messi has been the man of the moment so far at the 2026 World Cup.The Argentina ace currently leads the rankings for the Golden Boot, which he has never won in his career before now.That is due to his six goals across the three games to fire his side through as group winners.But those stats are even more impressive when you crunch Opta's numbers even further.For all 618 outfield players who have played 90 mi
  
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• Inter turn to Chelsea’s Chalobah and Liverpool’s Jones after Palestra blow

  30-06-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter turn to Chelsea’s Chalobah and Liverpool’s Jones after Palestra blowInter have been forced to redraw their transfer plans, with several of their early targets falling by the wayside.The most painful was Marco Palestra, all but secured before Chelsea swooped in, while the move for Udinese’s Oumar Solet has cooled sharply, the door left only slightly ajar.The pursuit of Liverpool’s Curtis Jones, meanwhile, has run into the Reds’ steep £35 million valuation
  
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• Scunthorpe re-sign midfielder Butterfield

  30-06-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Shutterstock]Scunthorpe United have re-signed midfielder Jacob Butterfield on a player-coach deal.The 36-year-old returns to the Iron after turning down a new contract with National League rivals Gateshead.Butterfield scored 12 goals in 89 games for Scunthorpe between 2022 and 2024 before leaving for the Heed.The Glanford Park side have not disclosed the length of deal the former Barnsley, Huddersfield Town and Derby County man has signed.
  
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• Leipzig make €24m bid to Burnley for Maxime Estève

  30-06-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leipzig make €24m bid to Burnley for Maxime EstèveRB Leipzig are reported to have submitted a bid of €24m to Burnley FC for Maxime Estève (24), according to journalist Sacha Tavolieri.In search of defensive reinforcements to compensate for the likely departure of Castello Lukeba (23) – who is said to be on the radar of many of Europe’s top clubs – the Saxons are reportedly considering the former Montpellier HSC player as one of their top priorities. The
  
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• Iran claim World Cup treatment in US ‘undermined the sense of fairness’

  30-06-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Iran has strongly criticised its treatment at the World Cup, asserting that a "series of decisions, logistical arrangements, and circumstances" undermined the "sense of fairness" during the tournament. This condemnation comes hours after a senior American official declared he had "danced a happy dance" upon the team's elimination.The team's participation in the finals had been uncertain for months following air strikes on Iran by the US and Israel in February. In May, Iran relocated its training
  
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• Forster and Malone among five leaving Crawley

  30-06-2026 18:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Crawley Town have released five players after talks over new contracts ended without agreements.Veteran left-back Scott Malone, 35, winger Harry Forster, 26, defender Josh Flint, 25, midfielder Taylor Richards, 25, and goalkeeper Joe Wollacott, 29, are all leaving the League Two club.Former Millwall defender Malone made 22 appearances over two short spells with the Reds, while Forster scored 11 goals in 104 games since joining in 2023.Flint played 37 times last season, Richards made 19 appearanc
  
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• Gundogan impressed by Maresca's 'human side'

  30-06-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former captain Ilkay Gundogan says new Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has "amazing qualities" and praised the Italian's "human side".Gundogan was City skipper during the Treble-winning season in 2023, when Maresca was assistant to Pep Guardiola.On Monday, former Chelsea boss Maresca signed a three-year deal at Etihad Stadium to succeed Guardiola."As a coach, I think he has amazing qualities," said Gundogan. "Maybe they are not obviously different than when he was an assistant
  
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• Bernardo Silva breaks silence on Real Madrid transfer: ‘Happy but focused on the national team’

  30-06-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bernardo Silva breaks silence on Real Madrid transfer: ‘Happy but focused on the national team’Real Madrid’s dressing room has largely had a great campaign at the FIFA World Cup so far, but there are also several of the club’s new signings who are in action at the event.Marc Cucurella, who has starred for Spain as a starter, has spoken multiple times about his move to Real Madrid and has already got the fans pumped with some controversial comments.Bernardo Silva, who also
  
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• Barcelona will wait before making final move for priority attacking target – report

  30-06-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona will wait before making final move for priority attacking target – reportBarcelona continue to regard Julian Alvarez as their priority signing of the summer transfer window.However, according to MARCA’s Luis F Rojo, the Catalan club have decided to delay their decisive approach until after the World Cup.Negotiations remain complicated, with Atletico Madrid maintaining their refusal to sell the Argentine striker to a direct La Liga rival despite Alvarez’s recent public
  
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• Aston Villa set record asking price for Arsenal target Rogers

  30-06-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa set record asking price for Arsenal target RogersAston Villa may want as much as £130m for Morgan Rogers this summer, according to new reports on Arsenal’s transfer pursuit.Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty ImagesJames McNicholas reports for The Athletic that Arsenal’s move for Morgan Rogers is being complicated by the fact Aston Villa intend to use Manchester City’s £116m deal for Elliot Anderson as a benchmark.It’s unclear what exactly the two transfers
  
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• 3rd key member of Arsenal fitness staff to leave

  30-06-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  3rd key member of Arsenal fitness staff to leaveArsenal head of sports science and performance Tom Allen is the latest key staff member to leave the club this summer, according to a report.Arsenal training ground, London ColneySami Mokbel and Alex Howell report for the BBC that Arsenal head of sports science and performance Tom Allen is set to leave the club, joining head of medical Zafar Iqbal and lead performance coach Sam Wilson in departing this summer.The departures coincide with an interna
  
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• World Cup schedule today: How to watch France v Sweden, TV channels & live stream Tuesday 30 June

  30-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappé and France face Sweden in the last 32 on Tuesday.Photograph: Björn Larsson Rosvall/TT/ShutterstockThe last 32 continues with three more tantalising ties with World Cup co-hosts Mexico, tournament frontrunners France and dark horses Norway taking to the field once more. All three games promise plenty of drama and excitement.Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé will be two of the headline acts in Tuesday’s matches. Both players have hit the ground running, nettin
  
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• Striker Kelly rejoins Woking after Wimbledon exit

  30-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Josh Kelly made 70 appearances for Wimbledon before being let go this summer [Getty Images]Woking have re-signed striker Josh Kelly on a two-year deal, following his release from League One club AFC Wimbledon.Kelly, 27, played for the Cards on loan from Wimbledon last season, scoring five goals in 24 appearances, until an injury against Eastleigh on 26 December curtailed his campaign."I'm not sure we saw the best of him during his loan with us, his match sharpness took a while," Woking's directo
  
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• Julián Álvarez Fee Gap Tested as Clubs Meet Face to Face

  30-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Julián Álvarez Fee Gap Tested as Clubs Meet Face to FaceBarcelona and Atletico Madrid have held direct club-to-club meetings over the potential transfer of Julián Álvarez (26, Argentine), with El Chiringuito TV journalist Jordi Jota reporting that representatives from both sides sat down as recently as three days ago. Jota also described the forward as “going through a very bad time” amid the uncertainty surrounding his future, suggesting the personal toll
  
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• Heating up and slowing down: How extreme heat is putting stress on World Cup players and fans

  30-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A destructive tornado that rips through a neighborhood, hurricane force winds tearing roofs, and storm surge toppling homes and flooding communities. All of these hazards make headlines for their impressive visuals, but it is an invisible killer — heat — that is by far the deadliest weather and climate hazard. As the biggest sporting event on the globe attracts millions of visitors in the heart of summer, many World Cup host cities are feeling the need to be resilient against this ha
  
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• Contract extension marks 'fresh start' for Taylor

  30-06-2026 17:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]Midfielder Fraser Taylor is relishing a "fresh start" under new St Mirren boss Craig McLeish after signing a two-year contract extension.The 23-year-old academy graduate, whose deal now runs to summer 2028, made his first-team debut in 2022 and featured 13 times for the Buddies last season before joiningPartick Thistle on loan in January."I'm really pleased, since the new manager has come in, he spoke to me on the off-season, and his ideas really suit the way I like to play," said Taylor."I
  
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• World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast vs Norway lineups – Inter striker Bonny faces Haaland in Dallas

  30-06-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast vs Norway lineups – Inter striker Bonny faces Haaland in DallasIvory Coast vs Norway takes place in Dallas this afternoon, for a spot in the last 16, with Inter striker Ange-Yoan Bonny leading the line for the Elephants as they contest the first World Cup knockout tie in their history.Bonny, who won the Serie A and Coppa Italia double with Inter last season before switching international allegiance from France, spearheads Emerse Faé’s attack.Atalant
  
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• Liverpool dealt major transfer blow after Fabrizio Romano’s latest update

  30-06-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool dealt major transfer blow after Fabrizio Romano’s latest updateLiverpool Face Manchester City Competition After Fabrizio Romano Transfer UpdateLiverpool’s interest in Ayyoub Bouaddi has gained another layer of intrigue after Fabrizio Romano reported that Manchester City have held initial talks over a possible move for the Lille midfielder.The 18-year-old has emerged as one of the most watched young midfielders in Europe, with his performances for Morocco at the 2026 FIFA Wo
  
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• How to watch Mexico vs Ecuador live: Stream link, TV channel, team news, prediction

  30-06-2026 17:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There's a place in the round of 16 on the line at the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday, when Mexico host Ecuador in the round of 32 in Mexico City.WATCH — Mexico vs EcuadorEl Tri didn't concede a single goal during the group stage en route to a perfect 9-for-9 finish against South Africa, South Korea and Czechia in Group A. Julian Quiñones scored twice, along with Raul Jimenez and three other attackers who scored a goal apiece.Ecuador reached the knockout rounds by pulling off a massive up
  
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• West Ham sponsors continue shirt deal

  30-06-2026 17:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Gambling firm Boyle Sports has opted to continue their front-of-shirt sponsorship deal with West Ham United despite the recent allegations against former chairman David Sullivan and the club's relegation to the Championship.Last month, Boyle Sports said they were "extremely concerned at the serious nature of the allegations levelled against David Sullivan" after a joint BBC Panorama and Times investigation into allegations of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour against th
  
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• Manuel Neuer retires from international football again after Germany’s shock World Cup exit

  30-06-2026 17:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has announced his retirement from international football for the second time, following the national team's unexpected early exit from the World Cup.The 40-year-old, who had been persuaded out of retirement just before the tournament, confirmed his decision in television interviews. Speaking to broadcaster Sportschau, when asked if this was truly the end, he simply replied: "Yes." He further told Magenta TV: "No. It’s very bitter to end it like this."Germany
  
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• The USMNT's World Cup path: Every opponent, every obstacle, every outcome

  30-06-2026 17:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In certain sports, the United States stands as the dominant world power. We've won 119 of 121 World Series, 79 of 80 NBA Finals, 60 of 60 Super Bowls and all 12 College Football Playoffs. In World Cups on the men's side, though? Eh, not so great. Not even close to great, honestly. The United States has won exactly one (1) knockout match in all of World Cup history. Think about that for a second. While Brazil and Argentina and Germany and France are stacking up titles, America spends every f
  
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• The U.S.'s World Cup path: Every opponent, every obstacle, every outcome

  30-06-2026 17:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In certain sports, the United States stands as the dominant world power. We've won 119 of 121 World Series, 79 of 80 NBA Finals, 60 of 60 Super Bowls and all 12 College Football Playoffs. In World Cups on the men's side, though? Eh, not so great. Not even close to great, honestly. The United States has won exactly one (1) knockout match in all of World Cup history. Think about that for a second. While Brazil and Argentina and Germany and France are stacking up titles, America spends every f
  
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