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• Real Madrid stance on Michael Olise transfer revealed amid fresh speculation

  16-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid stance on Michael Olise transfer revealed amid fresh speculationAfter quickly having signed four new players after the end of the last season, Real Madrid have seemingly slowed down their market operations. Currently, they are reportedly more focused on departures, but might still return to the market to sign more players before the summer transfer window ends.One player who has been linked with them for quite some time now is the French forward Michael Olise. Real Madrid have alread
  
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• Luis de la Fuente delivers Lamine Yamal fitness update before World Cup final: ‘He took a heavy knock, but…’

  18-07-2026 09:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luis de la Fuente delivers Lamine Yamal fitness update before World Cup final: ‘He took a heavy knock, but…’Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has confirmed Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal is fit for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after easing concerns over the teenager’s condition following the semi-final victory over France.With Spain preparing to face Lionel Messi’s Argentina in Sunday’s final, questions surrounding Yamal’s fitness had become one of the bi
  
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• Real Madrid defender determined to turn things around after difficult season

  18-07-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid defender determined to turn things around after difficult seasonJose Mourinho pushed for the signing of Ibrahima Konate for his first season back at Real Madrid, and his persistent pressure on the board to bring in a central defender showed that he did not trust the existing core completely.If reports are to be believed, the manager is pushing hard for the signing of yet another defender this summer, and Eder Militao is the only current defender whom he rates highly.The players worst
  
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• 🎥 The national team unveils final shirt for Argentina clash

  18-07-2026 09:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 The national team unveils final shirt for Argentina clashThe official account of the Spanish national team has posted a video showing the making of the shirt Spain will wear tomorrow in the World Cup final against Argentina.The footage shows the process of printing the patches and the commemorative final print.The video also confirms what we already knew: Spain will wear red for the decisive match. The shirt already features the official final details, sewn on and printed.The big occas
  
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• 'Similar to Courtois' - could Penders become Chelsea number one?

  18-07-2026 09:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mike Penders was part of Chelsea's Club World Cup-winning squad, but didn't play in the United States [Getty Images]Chelsea's newest goalkeeping prospect, Mike Penders, comes from the same production line that produced the legendary Thibaut Courtois.Like Courtois, Chelsea signed Penders from Belgian top-flight club Genk as a teenager.A deal for the then-19-year-old was agreed in 2024 and he officially joined the following summer, before spending a season on loan with Strasbourg. Genk's goalkeepe
  
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• Argentina boss unsure about Lionel Messi’s future ahead of World Cup final: ‘He doesn’t stop surprising us’

  18-07-2026 09:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lionel Scaloni admitted he does not have a clue if the World Cup final will be Lionel Messi’s last game for Argentina. The 39-year-old will win his 207th cap when Argentina face Spain at the MetLife Stadium in New York on Sunday. Messi, who is in his sixth World Cup and is aiming to win a second as captain, has not revealed if he intends to carry on playing for his country.Lionel Messi’s future is unclear (Getty)And manager Scaloni said Argentina’s record scorer has an ability
  
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• Pellegrini prioritizes Roma, rejects Juventus

  18-07-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pellegrini prioritizes Roma, rejects JuventusAfter signing Celik, whom Roma were expecting at Trigoria to start the new season, Juventus has moved to convince Lorenzo Pellegrini, who has been a free agent since June 30th, to join Luciano Spalletti’s project. The 1996-born player has yet to reach an agreement with the Giallorossi for a contract renewal, but he has no intention of betraying the team he has supported since childhood. The number 7, after many seasons as a spectator, could retu
  
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• Extraordinary suggestions of kidnapping as Fiorentina sign Christ Oulai

  18-07-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Extraordinary suggestions of kidnapping as Fiorentina sign Christ OulaiSerie A side Fiorentina had been working on a move for Trabzonspor’s Christ Oulai for many weeks. While the deal has gone through, there have been extraordinary suggestions around the transfer.La Gazzetta dello Sportshed light on the situation, making it clear that the player will join Fiorentina on a permanent deal. La Viola have agreed to pay around €30 million to seal his signature, but things were far from easy
  
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• Argentina boss reveals the only way to stop Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal: ‘I wish we could…’

  18-07-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Argentina boss reveals the only way to stop Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal: ‘I wish we could…’Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has admitted stopping Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal will be one of his side’s biggest challenges in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, joking that the only solution would be to keep the teenage winger away from the pitch.Spain and Argentina will meet with the biggest prize in international football on the line, but much of the attention before k
  
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• Real Madrid’s stance on Premier League star unchanged despite World Cup heroics

  18-07-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid’s stance on Premier League star unchanged despite World Cup heroicsEnzo Fernandez was one of Argentina’s heroes in their comeback win over England in the semifinal of the FIFA World Cup earlier this week, and it is not surprising that the Spanish media have taken much interest in the development.After all, the player was extensively linked with a move to Real Madrid this summer and even labelled as the club’s ‘top priority’ midfielder target.Jose Mourinh
  
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• Man City’s Reigan Heskey completes £2.1M FC Köln transfer – Details on sell-on and buy-back clauses

  18-07-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City’s Reigan Heskey completes £2.1M FC Köln transfer – Details on sell-on and buy-back clausesMan City academy graduate Reigan Heskey has joined German side FC Koln on a permanent dealThe transfer is worth an initial £2.1M, potentially rising to £6.8M in performance-related add-onsMan City have secured sell-on, buy-back and matching rights as part of the agreementManchester City academy graduate Reigan Heskey has completed a permanent move to German club F
  
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• Report: Liverpool star set for huge international opportunities

  18-07-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool star set for huge international opportunitiesRio Ngumoha England Chance Gives Liverpool Fresh Hope Under Andoni IraolaLiverpool supporters have seen enough false dawns in young players to know better than to get carried away. Even so, there is something about Rio Ngumoha that demands attention. According to The Telegraph, the teenager is firmly in Thomas Tuchel’s thinking as England shape their plans for Euro 2028. That matters, because elite international managers do not
  
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• David Ornstein: Newcastle United have £46m bid rejected for top transfer target

  18-07-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  David Ornstein: Newcastle United have £46m bid rejected for top transfer targetNewcastle United See Lucas Bergvall Bid Rejected by TottenhamNewcastle United have made their move for Lucas Bergvall, and Tottenham have shut the door, for now. According to David Ornstein for The Athletic, Spurs have rejected an offer worth around £46million for the 20-year-old midfielder, with the report stating the bid “exceeded the approaches made by Nottingham Forest to date”.That matters
  
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• 🎥 Lamine, Messi and au revoir, Deschamps... best bits before the final

  18-07-2026 08:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Lamine, Messi and au revoir, Deschamps... best bits before the finalThere is just one day left until the World Cup final, and this blessed tournament keeps giving us memorable moments with every passing hour. Here are some of the latest details worth remembering before the big match.
  🌭 Lamine Yamal stays coolShowing no sign at all of being stressed about the World Cup final, Lamine Yamal went out to enjoy a hot dog on the streets of New York. A scene that would be completely im
  
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• The six players Jose Mourinho considers the ‘core’ of his project – report

  18-07-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The six players Jose Mourinho considers the ‘core’ of his project – reportArriving as Real Madrid’s new manager, Jose Mourinho was always going to shake up Real Madrid’s pecking order across all departments.The experienced manager, after all, has all the backing he can ask for from the club president Florentino Perez and has even been handed a free hand in taking transfer decisions.All that has been asked of him is to restore order in Real Madrid’s dressing ro
  
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• Talks held as Liverpool move closer to deal for £51m World Cup midfield powerhouse

  18-07-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Talks held as Liverpool move closer to deal for £51m World Cup midfield powerhouseLiverpool are reported to be shopping for midfielders this summer. We may need to see some outgoings before a new face is brought in. Fringe men like Stefan Bajcetic and Harvey Elliott have been linked with the exit door.And Curtis Jones - wanted by Inter Milan - could depart once the Italian champions reach Richard Hughes’ €40m asking price.Wharton top targetAmong the contenders named as Liverpool
  
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• Lionel Messi reacts to iconic Lamine Yamal photo before World Cup final: ‘It’s crazy…’

  18-07-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lionel Messi reacts to iconic Lamine Yamal photo before World Cup final: ‘It’s crazy…’Lionel Messi has described Lamine Yamal as one of the best players in world football ahead of Sunday’s World Cup final, but the Argentina captain admitted he hopes the Barcelona youngster is kept quiet when the two nations meet with football’s biggest prize at stake.The meeting between Spain and Argentina has naturally been built around two generations of football’s el
  
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• Real Madrid midfield target leaves door open to summer transfer: ‘As I said before…’

  18-07-2026 08:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid midfield target leaves door open to summer transfer: ‘As I said before…’The FIFA World Cup final has two top midfield targets of Real Madrid going head-to-head against each other – Rodri and Enzo Fernandez.While the former is Spain’s captain and has been one of their key pieces in midfield, the latter has slowly improved as the tournament progressed and scored a crucial equaliser against England in the semifinal.Real Madrid have publicly ruled out a mov
  
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• Roma ponder hijacking Juve’s talks with Franck Kessie

  18-07-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma ponder hijacking Juve’s talks with Franck KessieThe transfer disputes between Roma and Juventus could continue. The Giallorossi were surprised by the developments with Celik, who was expected at Trigoria to start the new season, but instead moved to Juventus thanks in part to the direction of Frederic Massara, the same director who until a few days earlier was working for the Friedkins. D’Amico could respond by hindering the Bianconeri’s bid for Frank Kessie. The former At
  
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• Barcelona president responds to Atletico Madrid CEO’s scathing attack over Julian Alvarez transfer: ‘I respect everyone’s opinion’

  18-07-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona president responds to Atletico Madrid CEO’s scathing attack over Julian Alvarez transfer: ‘I respect everyone’s opinion’Barcelona president Joan Laporta has broken his silence over Julian Alvarez, confirming that the offer submitted to Atletico Madrid has a limited validity and will expire if there is no progress before the end of July.The comments are Barcelona’s first public response since Atletico Madrid CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin attempted to shut down
  
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• Amazing news, Liverpool given massive hope over striker

  18-07-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amazing news, Liverpool given massive hope over strikerLiverpool have been given the hope they were after over a key striker. Andoni Iraola may have him after all.Andoni Iraola is in a difficult spot when it comes to strikers. Alexander Isak is essentially the only one 'active' right now, and he's not set to link up with his new coach for a little while yet.Hugo Ekitiké, who admittedly would have been with France if he were fit, has a serious injury. He won't be around until potentially t
  
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• Spain vs Argentina World Cup 2026 final preview: Prediction, team news & line-ups

  18-07-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spain vs Argentina World Cup 2026 final preview: Prediction, team news & line-upsNew Jersey’s MetLife Stadium is the venue as Spain and Argentina go head-to-head in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.For the first time in history, the reigning European champions face the current Copa America title holders in the title match.Spain and Argentina were denied a chance to trade tackles in the Finalissima earlier this year, but they’ll face each other in the ultimate game on Sunday, July 19
  
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• Final tickets reach insane prices, Bellingham tries to lift England spirits

  18-07-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Final tickets reach insane prices, Bellingham tries to lift England spiritsWe are less than 48 hours away from the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup final, as Spain bid to dethrone reigning champions Argentina in New Jersey.Tonight’s mouth-watering third-place play-off tie between France and England will set the stage for Sunday’s showpiece, even though neither side was particularly eager to make the trip to Miami.Fighting for the bronze medal wasn’t how Didier Deschamps w
  
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• Real Madrid have not contacted Spanish midfielder’s entourage despite numerous links

  18-07-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid have not contacted Spanish midfielder’s entourage despite numerous linksReal Madrid’s pursuit of a new midfielder has linked the club with top profiles from across the globe in recent times.One of the many players who was linked with the club in the same situation was Manchester City’s Rodri, especially given his Spanish roots and supposed desire to return home.While Florentino Perez and Co. had the player on their radar, he was soon associated with Enrique Riquelme
  
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• Barcelona priority target furious with current club after alleged broken promise; considering fresh public statement

  18-07-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona priority target furious with current club after alleged broken promise; considering fresh public statementBarcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez has taken an intriguing turn after fresh reports suggested the Argentine has grown increasingly frustrated with Atletico Madrid over what he believes is a broken promise regarding his future. The latest Barcelona transfer news has handed the Catalan club renewed encouragement as they continue searching for a marquee addition in attac
  
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• Sky Sports: Arsenal ready to make move for Premier League star

  18-07-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sky Sports: Arsenal ready to make move for Premier League starArsenal Eye Morgan Rogers as Top Forward Target in Deal That Could Exceed £100mArsenal are expected to step up their pursuit of Morgan Rogers, with the Aston Villa attacker now viewed internally as the club’s leading forward target of the summer. According to Sky Sports, an approach from Arsenal is anticipated, although there have been no club-to-club talks with Villa at this stage.The situation is clear enough. Arsenal ad
  
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• Mohamed Salah’s agent reveals the truth behind latest transfer rumours

  18-07-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mohamed Salah’s agent reveals the truth behind latest transfer rumoursMohamed Salah Transfer Latest as Future Remains Unclear After Liverpool ExitMohamed Salah has left Liverpool after nine years, and now the noise starts. Plenty of it. Turkey, Saudi Arabia, supposed agreements, unnamed certainty, all of it. The only problem is that the people closest to the player are saying something very different.Salah ended his Anfield spell at the close of last season, leaving behind a body of work t
  
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• Argentina players shocked by England’s defensive approach in World Cup semi final

  18-07-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Argentina players shocked by England’s defensive approach in World Cup semi finalArgentina expected England to become even more dangerous after taking the lead in their World Cup semi-final clash.According to The Independent, the reigning champions were shocked by Thomas Tuchel’s defensive approach as Argentina came from behind to secure a 2-1 victory.Lionel Scaloni and his coaching staff had prepared for England to increase their attacking threat in the second half, believing the Th
  
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• Is Manchester United v Wrexham on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch pre-season friendly

  18-07-2026 07:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United’s preparations for a new season of the Premier League see them take on Wrexham with the Championship side meeting the Red Devils in Finland.The match in Helsinki will be the first of Man United’s pre-season campaign, as Michael Carrick readies himself for his first full season as club coach.Meanwhile, it will be the second pre-season game for Wrexham this summer, after the Welsh outfit drew 0-0 with Wisla Krakow earlier in July. Manchester United boss Michael Carric
  
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• How to watch England v France: TV channel and start time for World Cup third-place play-off

  18-07-2026 07:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England may have lost to Argentina in heartbreaking fashion in their World Cup semi-final, but they are not out of the tournament just yet. Thomas Tuchel’s team are back in action on Saturday when they take on France in Miami for the questionable distinction of finishing third. France suffered their own hugely disappointing defeat at the hands of Spain, who will meet Argentina in Sunday’s final in New Jersey.The third-place play-off (or bronze match) does it at least offer Tuchel a c
  
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