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• Rams boss Eustace reacts to defeat at Leicester

  29-12-2025 23:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  Derby County boss John Eustace spoke to BBC Radio Derby after Monday's 2-1 defeat at Leicester City."I'm disappointed to lose the game," he said. "I thought the lads put 100% in and their attitudes were a different class. We just lacked that quality in the final third, really."Those were two really poor goals [to concede] - we switch off, we don't track a runner in midfield and while I thought Tommo [Liam Thompson] was excellent in the game, James was too strong for him and he got in behind."Wit
  
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• Jose Mourinho sees Real Madrid youngster as a key pillar in his midfield

  12-06-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho sees Real Madrid youngster as a key pillar in his midfieldJose Mourinho’s arrival changes matters at Real Madrid completely, for it appears that the club will start on a fresh slate after a long time.With a seasoned veteran coming in to tame the ego and get the stars in the dressing room focused, there is a lot of uncertainty as to what the new manager’s pecking order will be in various departments.His initial transfer moves have made it clear that he does not rate the
  
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• Infantino faces backlash after mocking Italy for failing to qualify for 2026 World Cup

  12-06-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Infantino faces backlash after mocking Italy for failing to qualify for 2026 World CupPoliticians in Italy have hit back at FIFA President Gianni Infantino for the ‘belittling’ comments he made about the Italy national team and their failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup: ‘Nobody is more ashamed about the decline of the national team than us’.Infantino has ruffled feathers in Italy after claiming that FIFA could seek to expand the next World Cup to ‘208 teams&rs
  
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• ‘The strongest team since 2006’ – Paul Pogba on the standard of the 2026 France squad

  12-06-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘The strongest team since 2006’ – Paul Pogba on the standard of the 2026 France squadConsidered one of the hot favourites to win the World Cup, France remain a team whose true standard is difficult to gauge. For whilst the individual players in the squad are undoubtedly among the best in the business, their collective performances sometimes reveal a weakness that, if exploited by their opponents, could prove costly for Didier Deschamps’ men.Paul Pogba (33), who won the Wo
  
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• Scotland's McTominay trains after stomach upset

  12-06-2026 16:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay took part in training on the eve of the World Cup opener against Haiti, having missed out the previous day because of an upset stomach.The Napoli player, who has been the Scots' leading man in recent campaigns, was part of the group as they travelled from their base camp in Charlotte on Thursday.However, the 29-year-old made his own onward journey with a doctor in what was believed to be a precautionary measure.Steve Clarke's side get their first World Cup in
  
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• World Cup 2026: McTominay back in training as Scotland prepare for Haiti match

  12-06-2026 16:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup 2026: Scott McTominay returns to Scotland training before they take on HaitiThe Napoli midfielder missed Thursday's session due to a stomach bugCo-hosts USA and Canada will get their tournament underway later after their own opening ceremoniesHow will they fare in their games against Paraguay and Bosnia-Herzegovina respectively? Have your say in our predictorFellow co-hosts Mexico start with a 2-0 win over South Africa in Mexico City - watch highlightsSon Heung-min's South Korea beat C
  
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• Gillingham wants six more signings - Dobson

  12-06-2026 16:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gillingham technical director Richard Dobson says the club are looking for six more additions to their squad before the end of the transfer window.The League Two side released 14 players at the end of their contracts and Sam Vokes retired. Their work in the summer has so far left them with a squad of 25 professionals."We certainly want another six," Dobson told BBC Radio Kent."We're putting the feelers out, speaking to clubs about players that we could potentially take on loan."Gillingham's reta
  
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• Gerrard? McInnes? What next for Rangers if Rohl leaves?

  12-06-2026 16:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]With players due to report for pre-season training in the next week or so, Rangers could well be looking for a third manager in a year.RB Salzburg are reportedly in talks with Danny Rohl to become their new head coach and, while that guarantees nothing, Rangers fans are already thinking about what next season could look like without the German.Despite Rohl hauling Rangers back into the title race after a torrid start under Russell Martin last season, losing four of their last five games to
  
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• Newcastle reignite transfer interest in Manchester City’s James Trafford

  12-06-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle reignite transfer interest in Manchester City’s James TraffordJames Trafford faces a summer transfer dilemma over his future in club football this summer.The Englishman is currently second-choice to Gianluigi Donnarumma at the Etihad Stadium, and is believed to be keen for more regular first-team opportunities.Newcastle United have revived interest in his signature this summer, having come close to signing him during the last mid-year market.James Trafford has once again emerged
  
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• Manchester City make transfer enquiry for Chelsea right-back

  12-06-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City make transfer enquiry for Chelsea right-backManchester City have reportedly initiated contact with Chelsea to gauge the availability of French full-back Malo Gusto.Media from the player’s home nation have revealed details of the latest development in a potentially high-profile right-back hunt being spearheaded by sporting director Hugo Viana.The pursuit intensifies as incoming Italian manager Enzo Maresca finalises his transfer wish list to reconstruct City’s squad in
  
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• Barcelona to keep €29 million buyback clause in exit-bound winger’s deal

  12-06-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona to keep €29 million buyback clause in exit-bound winger’s dealOne of the sales Barcelona have prioritised ahead of the summer transfer window is finalising the exit agreement for Ansu Fati to AS Monaco.The La Masia graduate spent last season on loan at the Ligue 1 club and gave a good account of himself, despite not being a starter.The Spaniard is on the verge of ending a difficult chapter at Camp Nou, with the transfer likely to be finalised before June 30.While the move wo
  
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• French reports reveal the latest on Bradley Barcola amid Liverpool interest

  12-06-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  French reports reveal the latest on Bradley Barcola amid Liverpool interestLiverpool Transfer News: Bradley Barcola Situation Worth Monitoring CloselyLiverpool’s search for attacking reinforcements continues to generate intrigue, and the latest developments surrounding Bradley Barcola have only added to the speculation.According to L’Equipe, contract talks between Paris Saint Germain and the French winger remain at a standstill, creating uncertainty around a player who has long been
  
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• When do England play and how can you follow it?

  12-06-2026 15:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]England will kick off their 2026 World Cup campaign against Croatia on Wednesday, 17 June at 21:00 BST in Dallas.Thomas Tuchel's side face their fellow Europeans in a repeat of the 2018 semi-final between the two nations, which Croatia won 2-1 in Moscow.It is the first of England's three matches in Group L. Ghana and Panama are the other two nations in their group.You will be able to listen to live radio commentary via BBC Radio 5 Live online and via the BBC Sounds app.You can also follow l
  
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• Nico Schlotterbeck breaks silence on reported Real Madrid interest

  12-06-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico Schlotterbeck breaks silence on reported Real Madrid interestReal Madrid are set to begin the 2026-27 season with a significantly changed backline than the one they had for the 2025-26 season. Two members of the last season’s backline, Dani Carvajal and David Alaba, have already said their goodbyes to the Merengue club, while two new signings for this area have already been confirmed, i.e., Ibrahima Konate and Denzel Dumfries.However, the summer transfer window is still yet to be open
  
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• Who will win the 2026 World Cup? Vote in our poll

  12-06-2026 15:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup 2026 has finally arrived, bringing together 48 nations across the United States, Canada and Mexico for the biggest tournament in football history. As ever, there is no shortage of contenders.Defending champions Argentina are aiming to retain their crown, while Spain arrive as European champions and many pundits' favourites after two years without defeat. France, runners-up in 2022, possess one of the deepest squads in the competition, while Brazil will hope Carlo Ancelotti can guid
  
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• Real Madrid superstar receives huge vote of confidence from former Ballon d’Or winner: ‘He can be the leader’

  12-06-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid superstar receives huge vote of confidence from former Ballon d’Or winner: ‘He can be the leader’Vinicius Jr.’s performances for Brazil have often been compared to the extraordinary standards he sets at Real Madrid, but one of the country’s greatest footballers believes the winger is more than capable of becoming the face of the national team.Former Real Madrid and Brazil star Kaka has publicly defended his compatriot amid ongoing debate surrounding Vini
  
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• Juventus could part ways with two more directors after Comolli departure

  12-06-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus could part ways with two more directors after Comolli departureDamien Comolli has officially left his position as CEO of Juventus, but reports in Italy indicate that two further Bianconeri directors could also be heading for early farewells.Modesto and Ottolini could also leave Juventus after Comolli departureJuventus confirmed on Friday that Comolli has left his position as CEO after one year in charge, leaving by mutual consent, although the club are still set to hand over €850,0
  
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• EXCLUSIVE | Michael Owen: ‘Kylian Mbappé is the best player in the world’

  12-06-2026 15:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EXCLUSIVE | Michael Owen: ‘Kylian Mbappé is the best player in the world’Kylian Mbappé will use the recent criticism of him as fire to help Les Bleus to a great World Cup, said Michael Owen, the face of Casino.org in the UK, a leading comparison website helping Brits find online casinos that suit their preferences, when speaking exclusively to Get French Football News.Ahead of the global footballing showpiece which started this week, former England s
  
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• Report: Aston Villa have set their sights on move for 22-goal striker

  12-06-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Aston Villa have set their sights on move for 22-goal strikerAston Villa Eyeing Igor Thiago as Ambitious Brentford Transfer Plan EmergesAston Villa’s summer planning appears to be accelerating, with Sports Boom reporting that Brentford striker Igor Thiago has emerged as a leading target for Unai Emery.The report claims Villa are “plotting an ambitious move” for the Brazilian, who enjoyed a superb Premier League campaign with Brentford. Thiago scored 22 goals in 38 leagu
  
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• Real Madrid face transfer decision as Newcastle target former academy star

  12-06-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid face transfer decision as Newcastle target former academy starThe 2026 summer transfer window is yet to open, but Real Madrid have already confirmed two new arrivals in this transfer window, that of the Liverpool center-back Ibrahima Konate and the Inter Milan fullback Denzel Dumfries. The Merengues are expected to land some more players in the coming months.Meanwhile, their main contenders in Spain, FC Barcelona, have also made some quick moves in the market, and have also already s
  
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• Juve-Kessie, Allegri-Lobotka, Fiorentina-Kanté: today’s transfer talk 🔥

  12-06-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juve-Kessie, Allegri-Lobotka, Fiorentina-Kanté: today’s transfer talk 🔥The World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States has officially begun. The global competition officially got underway with wins for the host nation El Tri and South Korea over the Czech Republic.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, search for "World Cup" on OneFootball and click the st
  
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• Fox’s full-screen ads during World Cup hydration breaks cause dismay in US: ‘Absolute nonsense’

  12-06-2026 15:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Drink breaks are making their World Cup debut at this year’s tournament. Photograph: Henry Romero/ReutersFox is facing criticism from fans in the US after introducing full-screen adverts while players take hydration breaks during its World Cup broadcasts.Fifa introduced the three-minute breaks for the World Cup amid fears that players could struggle in the heat of North America this summer. The breaks take place once each half in every match, regardless of temperature.Related: Triumph at t
  
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• Arsenal keeper Zinsberger to join Borussia Dortmund

  12-06-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal keeper Zinsberger to join Borussia DortmundArsenal goalkeeper Manuela Zinsberger has agreed a deal to join German club Borussia Dortmund.BVB announced the news via a post on their official club X account this afternoon.The 30-year-old Austrian international stopper has signed a three-year deal at the Stadion Rote Erde. She will officially join Borussia Dortmund when her contract with current club Arsenal expires at the end of the month.Zinsberger joined Arsenal from German club Bayern Mu
  
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• You are Steve Clarke... what would you do against Haiti?

  12-06-2026 15:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In the summer of 1998, Steve Clarke was calling time on his playing career and taking up a coaching role at Newcastle under Ruud Gullit [PA Media]Steve Clarke is preparing to name a historic line-up: the first men's Scotland XI to feature at a World Cup in 28 years.Following hugely encouraging warm-up displays against Curacao and Bolivia, will the head coach stick with the same front-footed 4-4-2 formula against Haiti?That is the expectation of many, given the success of the system in the recent
  
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• Barcelona target Julian Alvarez receives advice from Atletico Madrid great: ‘There might be projects with more money…’

  12-06-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona target Julian Alvarez receives advice from Atletico Madrid great: ‘There might be projects with more money…’Barcelona’s admiration for Julian Alvarez is no secret, with the club identifying him as the long-term replacement for Robert Lewandowski.The Pole has been Barca’s No. 9 for the past four seasons but decided to leave upon the expiry of his contract. The club now need a new striker to lead the line into the next era.Alvarez has emerged as Barcelona&r
  
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• Will Chelsea sign a new goalkeeper?

  12-06-2026 15:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]In the final part of our special Q&A, Chelsea reporter Nizaar Kinsella discusses competition for the number one shirt and new stadium developments.Alan asked: Is it realistic for Chelsea fans to expect a proven number one goalkeeper, like James Trafford or Mike Maignan, to arrive in the summer transfer window? Or is it a given that we will have Robert Sanchez and Mike Penders vying for the spot next season?Nizaar: Chelsea are expected to go into next season with Robert San
  
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• Real Madrid star looking forward to life under Jose Mourinho

  12-06-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star looking forward to life under Jose MourinhoThe 2025-26 season was another forgettable one for Real Madrid, not only because they were unable to add any more trophies to their cabinet, but also because of the constant turbulence the team faced with all the managerial changes and the media spotlight on the team.Some players from the Merengue team would still have the chance to salvage something from this year, particularly the ones who would be representing their respective nation
  
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• Official: Ex-Liverpool man Aquilani gets first Serie A coaching job with Sassuolo

  12-06-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Ex-Liverpool man Aquilani gets first Serie A coaching job with SassuoloSassuolo confirm the appointment of ex-Roma, Fiorentina and Liverpool midfielder Alberto Aquilani as their new head coach.Former Italian midfielder Aquilani has been appointed Sassuolo’s new coach for 2026-27.Official: Sassuolo hire AquilaniSassuolo confirmed the appointment of the 41-year-old with an official statement on Friday.According to Sky Sport Italia, Aquilani has signed a two-year contract.A former m
  
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• How much Juventus have to pay after parting company with CEO Comolli

  12-06-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How much Juventus have to pay after parting company with CEO ComolliJuventus have officially parted ways with CEO Damien Comolli, who has left his position at the top of the club’s hierarchy by mutual consent, but the Bianconeri are still obliged to hand over a significant severance package to their former director.How much do Juventus have to pay Comolli in severance?Comolli joined Juventus one year ago, initially as the club’s general manager before being promoted to the title of C
  
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• How much can Newcastle spend?

  12-06-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]In the final part of our special Q&A, BBC Sport's Newcastle United reporter Ciaran Kelly will be answering a selection of the questions you have sent in throughout Friday, including on how much the Magpies can spend this summer and what is happening with the striker situation.Ewan asked: How much can Newcastle realistically spend on new players?Ciaran answered: There was a time when clubs had set figures at the start of windows and this was a much more straightforward question to answer
  
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