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• PULISIC STARS AS THE USMNT MAKE DREAM WORLD CUP START

  13-06-2026 11:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PULISIC STARS AS THE USMNT MAKE DREAM WORLD CUP START A dream start to the World Cup on home soil for the USMNT. In Los Angeles, Mauricio Pochettino's side defeated Paraguay 4-1, with Christian Pulisic starring in the first half. The Rossonero played a key role in the move that led to Bobadilla's own goal for the opener (7'), before providing the assist for Balogun to double the lead. The Monaco forward then bagged his second of the game on the stroke of half-time and - after Maurício's c
  
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• Japan twice come from behind to draw with Netherlands in World Cup

  15-06-2026 01:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA World CupNetherlands 2 - 2 Japan FTDaichi Kamada's late header rescued a deserved point for Japan against the Netherlands in their opening World Cup game in Dallas.One of the most anticipated games in the tournament's group stages was a slow burner before developing into a second-half thriller, after the Dutch side's Premier League contingent looked to have set them on their way to an important victory.Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk and West Ham United forward Crysencio Summerville were
  
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• A golden generation? Ecuador's starting XI makes national team history 🇪🇨

  15-06-2026 00:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A golden generation? Ecuador's starting XI makes national team history 🇪🇨Headlined by Arsenal's Piero Hincapié, PSG's Willian Pacho, and Chelsea's Moisés Caicedo, Ecuador's 'golden generation' has flown slightly under the radar.The South American side finished second in CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying, above the likes of Brazil, Colombia, and Uruguay.And now, entering their fifth FIFA World Cup, this Ecuadorian team has reached yet another milestone.
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• 🔥 Europeans' nightmare? Japan extend impressive record

  15-06-2026 00:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔥 Europeans' nightmare? Japan extend impressive recordA possible rival for the Brazil national team in the pre-Round of 16 stage of the FIFA World Cup, Japan extended its unbeaten run against European national teams.It is now nine matches without defeat after coming back to draw 2-2 with the Netherlands this Sunday (14).The run of seven wins and two draws began in the group stage of the last World Cup. Japan surprised many by defeating Germany and Spain by the same scoreline: 2-1. I
  
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• Japanese fans deliver incredible gesture after World Cup clash with Netherlands

  15-06-2026 00:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Japanese fans had plenty to celebrate after their 2-2 draw with the Netherlands at the Dallas Stadium in Texas but once again they will make headlines for an incredible gesture after the full-time whistle of the World Cup 2026 clash. As usual in sporting events of this size, the stands of the stadium became littered with rubbish, such as food trays and empty drinks cups, but Japan’s supporters remained behind and cleaned up before departing the stadium. The Japanese have built up a reputat
  
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• Netherlands 2-2 Japan: Samurai Blue twice come back to deny Van Dijk, Summerville, and the Dutch

  14-06-2026 23:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Japan and the Netherlands traded goals as a promising Group F opener to the 2026 World Cup delivered the goods and then some from Dallas Stadium in Texas.WATCH — Netherlands v Japan full match replayThe Dutch took 1-0 and 2-1 leads through Virgil van Dijk and Crysencio Summerville, but Daichi Kamada's unwitting headed goal in the 89th minute joined Keito Nakamura's deflected effort in securing equalizers and a point for the Samurai Blue.Ronald Koeman's Dutch have been discussed as possible
  
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• 2026 World Cup: Japan snatches key 2-2 draw against the Netherlands

  14-06-2026 23:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The matchup between the two best teams in Group F lived up to the hype, with the two teams playing to an entertaining 2-2 draw after a busy second half.The two teams stayed locked at 0-0 throughout the first half, as Japan's notoriously impenetrable defense held the Netherlands out of the attacking third completely. The Dutch, who held most of the possession in the half, were able to get a few good chances, but some excellent saves from Japanese goalkeeper Zion Suzuki kept the game level heading
  
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• World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast vs Ecuador lineups – Kossounou and Ndicka on the bench as Yeboah leads Ecuador attack

  14-06-2026 23:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast vs Ecuador lineups – Kossounou and Ndicka on the bench as Yeboah leads Ecuador attackIvory Coast vs Ecuador meet in their World Cup Group E opener in Philadelphia, with Germany having already set the early pace in the group by thrashing Curacao 7-1 earlier today.Atalanta defender Odilon Kossounou is named among the Ivory Coast substitutes, while Roma’s Evan Ndicka features on the bench also due to a fitness concern.Inter’s Ange-Yoan Bonny, who switch
  
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• 🧡 Captain for a reason: Big Virg grabs vital, first-ever World Cup goal

  14-06-2026 23:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🧡 Captain for a reason: Big Virg grabs vital, first-ever World Cup goal Virgil van Dijk came into the World Cup off the back of a dreadful season by Liverpool's standards. However, he did score a season-best eight goals for the Reds and he's continued that form in orange. 
  The Dutch skipper stooped to head home a brilliant cross from club teammate Ryan Gravenberch to kickstart his side's campaign and also grab his first ever World Cup goal. In the process, he tied one lege
  
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• Who is Clement Turpin? England v Croatia referee for World Cup who angered Thomas Tuchel

  14-06-2026 23:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Clement Turpin will referee England vs Croatia in the World Cup 2026.The French official once riled Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel three years ago during his time as Bayern Munich boss.So much so that Tuchel branded Turpin “Grade E” after receiving two yellow cardsin the German club's Champions League quarter-final second leg against Manchester City in 2023.Tuchel was especially upset after Turpin brandished five yellow cards in the first half at Allianz Arena, while also handing Bay
  
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• Watch as Hincapie and Caicedo start Ecuador's World Cup opener against Ivory Coast

  14-06-2026 23:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ivory Coast face Ecuador at World CupWatch on BBC One and iPlayer, listen on 5 Live at top of pageGermany thrashed debutants Curacao 7-1 earlier in Group EMatch being played in Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field How to watch the World Cup on BBC | Team-by-team guide | Pundit predictions Watch as Hincapie and Caicedo start Ecuador's World Cup opener against Ivory Coast
  
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• Arsenal & Liverpool in Bouaddi talks - Monday's gossip

  14-06-2026 23:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal and Liverpool are keen on Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, Manchester City target a move for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke to resolve future after World Cup amid Tottenham interest.Arsenal have started talks about signing 18-year-old Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, who helped Morocco to a 1-1 draw with Brazil in his country's opening game of the 2026 World Cup. (Times - subscription required) Liverpool are also in negotiations for Bouaddi, whi
  
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• World Cup teams reject Ceferin 'uninteresting' claim

  14-06-2026 23:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin has come under fire for his comments [Getty Images]Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin has been criticised by 13 World Cup nations who said he had claimed an expanded tournament led to many matches being "uninteresting".A joint statement was released on Sunday by several nations competing at the tournament in the USA, Mexico and Canada.The football associations of Cape Verde, Curacao, Uzbekistan, DR Congo, Haiti, Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco, Egypt, Ghana, Senegal, I
  
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• Nottingham Forest will demand close to £125m for Morgan Gibbs-White

  14-06-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest will demand close to £125m forMorgan Gibbs-WhiteNottingham Forest want a fee close to £125 million for Morgan Gibbs-White, according to The Telegraph.The Tricky Trees have no intention of parting ways with Gibbs-White, but if they do, they want the fee to be close to the British record they are demanding for Elliot Anderson. Forest fought hard to fend off interest from Tottenham Hotspur for Gibbs-White, handing him a new deal that keeps him at the City Ground u
  
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• Unreal player ready to agree Liverpool deal; he can be a mega star

  14-06-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Unreal player ready to agree Liverpool deal; he can be a mega starLiverpool have a chance here to bag a truly exceptional footballer. He could become a mega star at Anfield.It's looking more and more likely that Liverpool will spend big on a new winger. In some ways, they just have to.Not replacing Luis Diaz last year was a terrible decision in hindsight and Liverpool lacked his energy and one-v-one ability all season long. Mohamed Salah's exit now doubles down on the problem - even in a difficu
  
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• 'I'll be staying out of the way' - Southgate on World Cup punditry

  14-06-2026 23:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sir Gareth Southgate has the best record of any England manager since 1966 World Cup winner Sir Alf Ramsey [Getty Images]Former England manager Sir Gareth Southgate says he turned down work as a pundit at the World Cup because he did not think it would be "helpful" to the side's chances.Southgate resigned from his position after England were defeated by Spain in the Euro 2024 final.The 55-year-old led England for 102 games over eight years, guiding them to the finals of two European Championship
  
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• Bayern Munich reach agreement to sign PSV star Ismael Saibari

  14-06-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich reach agreement to sign PSV star Ismael SaibariBayern Munich have reached a verbal agreement with PSV Eindhoven for Ismael Saibari on a five-year deal, according to Foot Mercato.The Bavarians have been in the market for a new left winger. They were interested in Antony Gordon, but he opted to join Barcelona.They pivoted their attention to Saibari, who enjoyed a brilliant campaign in the Eredivisie last season.The Bundesliga defending champions are also expected to complete a deal f
  
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• England-Croatia referee was called Grade E by Tuchel

  14-06-2026 22:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Clement Turpin sent Thomas Tuchel to the stands in the Champions League against Manchester City [Getty Images]Clement Turpin has been appointed referee for England's opening World Cup game against Croatia on Wednesday - and was once labelled a "Grade E" official by head coach Thomas Tuchel. The Frenchman showed then Bayern Munich boss Tuchel two yellow cards in the German club's Champions League quarter-final second leg against Manchester City in April 2023, sending him to the stands.Turpin prod
  
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• 🎥 World Cup highlights: Germany in scoring mood in opener v Curaçao

  14-06-2026 22:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 World Cup highlights: Germany in scoring mood in opener v CuraçaoThe DFB team confidently cleared the first hurdle at the World Cup. In the 7-1 win against Curaçao, national coach Julian Nagelsmann’s side showed a real appetite for goals. Watch the highlights of Germany’s first World Cup appearance here once again.By the way, those seven goals have now taken Germany past record champions Brazil in the all-time World Cup scoring table, with 239 goals. Ther
  
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• 🔥 Netherlands sunk by Kamada on 89': Japan's double comeback, Oranje 🥶

  14-06-2026 22:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔥 Netherlands sunk by Kamada on 89': Japan's double comeback, Oranje 🥶It ends 2-2 between the Netherlands and Japan in the opening match of Group F at the 2026 World Cup. It was a spectacular draw that took shape entirely in the second half, with the Oranje going ahead twice and the Japanese managing to come back on both occasions.💡 Want to stay up to date on everything happening in the USA, Mexico and Canada? Don’t forget to bookmark the World Cup! To follow the co
  
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• 🔴 Netherlands-Japan 2-1 | Nakamura after Van Dijk 🔥 Summerville lethal 🎯

  14-06-2026 22:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔴 Netherlands-Japan 2-1 | Nakamura after Van Dijk 🔥 Summerville lethal 🎯Koeman’s Netherlands make their debut at Boston Stadium, with many viewing them as one of the tournament’s possible dark horses. Facing them is Moriyasu’s Japan, appearing at the World Cup for the eighth time in their history.💡 Want to stay up to date on everything happening in the USA, Mexico and Canada? Don’t forget to bookmark the World Cup! To follow the competition
  
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• Details as Roma prepare first offer for Mason Greenwood

  14-06-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Details as Roma prepare first offer for Mason GreenwoodSerie A side Roma are pushing for an attacking signing and it come in the form of Mason Greenwood, who is set to leave Marseille.Today’s Corriere dello Sport has a claim about the Englishman – via Calciomercato.Roma want to close the deal by as early as June. They have sensed competition and do not want to be caught in an auction.Money mattersRoma will not offer the €55 million Marseille are asking for as they consider
  
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• Fabrizio Romano bombshell: Confirms Liverpool talks with World Cup's breakout star

  14-06-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano bombshell: Confirms Liverpool talks with World Cup's breakout starFabrizio Romano has moved to confirm talks between Liverpool and representatives of the World Cup's breakout star.Anyone watching Brazil vs Morocco on Saturday evening will have seen plenty of players that they'd love their team to sign. It was the first star-studded fixture of the World Cup and didn't disappoint.Well, the first-half didn't, anyway.But perhaps no one came away from that match with a better reputati
  
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• 🚨 Reports: Mourinho wants German World Cup winner as assistant at Real

  14-06-2026 22:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Reports: Mourinho wants German World Cup winner as assistant at RealAt Real Madrid, squad planning has really picked up pace following the return of José Mourinho. On Sunday evening, an intriguing personnel story also emerged from a German perspective.Because “The Special One” apparently wants to bring a 2014 World Cup winner into his coaching staff. As reported by 'Marca' and 'Sky', among others, Mourinho wants to bring Sami Khedira on board as an assistant coach. F
  
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• Uruguay face flight chaos day before opening World Cup 2026 match

  14-06-2026 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Uruguay’s national team are facing a chaotic start to their World Cup campaign after being stuck in Mexico ahead of their opening fixture. Marcelo Bielsa’s side have travelled to Cancun for final preparations before getting their World Cup underway against Saudi Arabia on Monday but the squad have been left waiting as their prepared plane didn’t have clearance to fly to the US. The problem facing the team is reportedly due to issues with paperwork for the aircraft which means i
  
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• Ruben Amorim: How Jorge Mendes is engineering manager’s Milan move

  14-06-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ruben Amorim: How Jorge Mendes is engineering manager’s Milan moveSince yesterday, former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has emerged as the favourite to take over at Serie A side Milan.Oliver Glasner was initially well in the frame. Soon, Matthias Jaissle was also in the picture but it is the Portuguese who is likely to manage the Rossoneri next season.Calciomercatotake a detailed look at how the deal is being engineered.Milan majority shareholder Gerry Cardinale has offered Amorim
  
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• Manchester City Are Ready To Move In For This EFL Championship Keeper: Should They Go For Him?

  14-06-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are Ready To Move In For This EFL Championship Keeper: Should They Go For Him?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey mentioned that Manchester City are ready to move in for Sheffield Wednesday keeper Pierce Charles. It has been claimed that the Mancunian giants are keen on getting a deal over the line for the Northern Ireland goalie this summer.Charles’ Tough Campaign In The EFL ChampionshipCharles struggled to find consistency with his performances for Sheffield Wedn
  
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• Sami Khedira set for coaching role under Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid

  14-06-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sami Khedira set for coaching role under Jose Mourinho at Real MadridFormer Real Madrid midfielder Sami Khedira is expected to join Jose Mourinho’s coaching staff at the Santiago Bernabeu as the Portuguese continues assembling his backroom team.Khedira, now 39, enjoyed a successful spell under Mourinho during the manager’s first stint in charge of Real Madrid and is now poised to reunite with his former boss more than a decade later.The move would represent Khedira’s first seni
  
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• Man City disappointed with partner brand’s upcoming sponsorship deal with Man United

  14-06-2026 22:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City disappointed with partner brand’s upcoming sponsorship deal with Man UnitedMan City figures left miffed by Man United’s expected Betway sponsorship dealBetway have been a City club partner since July 2024Some at City suggest Omar Berrada is taking his cue from his former employersSome figures at Manchester City have been left frustrated by Manchester United’s expected sponsorship deal with Betway, a brand that has been a club partner at the Etihad Stadium since July 20
  
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• Netherlands vs Japan live: Score, goals, highlights, stats from 2026 FIFA World Cup

  14-06-2026 22:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Netherlands and Japan meet in Dallas, Texas on Sunday in what promises to be an absolute beauty to open up Group F.WATCH — Netherlands v JapanRonald Koeman has the Dutch moving in the right direction as they reached the semifinals of the European Championships two years ago and have been extremely consistent. They have a solid, technical team but are perhaps just missing a spark in attack to be considered one of the favorites to win it all. Japan are being tipped by many as a genuine d
  
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