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• Report: Liverpool are in talks over move for World Cup hero

  13-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool are in talks over move for World Cup heroLiverpool Enter Haissem Hassan Race as Real Oviedo Hold Firm on Release ClauseLiverpool have been linked with plenty of wide players this summer, and now Haissem Hassan is the latest name pushed into the conversation. According to El Gol Digital, the Real Oviedo winger is attracting interest from Anfield, with Celtic already in the picture and trying to force progress.That is the basic outline. Celtic moved first, Liverpool are now menti
  
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• What are the rules around players covering their mouths at the World Cup?

  15-07-2026 22:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup officials are strictly enforcing a new rule, introduced before the tournament, which mandates an immediate red card for players covering their mouths during verbal confrontations with opponents.During England’s World Cup semi-final with Argentina, midfielder Leandro Paredes appeared to try and get Harry Kane sent off for this action shortly before half time. Paredes complained to referee Ismail Elfath after the England captain briefly covered his mouth while talking to the offici
  
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• NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani attends World Cup semi-final watch party at Rikers Island

  15-07-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  While World Cup watch parties typically filled offices, public parks, and bars across New York City, one gathering took place in a starkly unusual location: Rikers Island correctional facility, a site better known for its overcrowding and violence than for hosting social events.More than 100 inmates, dressed in tan uniforms, took seats at tables facing a projection screen in a gymnasium at the complex’s main intake center. They gathered to watch the semifinal match between England and Arge
  
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• All the celebrities at England v Argentina World Cup semi-final from David Beckham to Mick Jagger

  15-07-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Huge crowds of England supporters have descended on Atlanta for Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina, including music superstars and sport legends.England and Manchester United legend Sir David Beckham is once again at the match alongside his wife, Lady Victoria, and their children, Romeo and Harper, Cruz and his partner, Jackie Apostel.Rolling Stones frontman Sir Mick Jagger was also spotted in the crowd, along with One Direction star Louis Tomlinson and his girlfriend Zara McDerm
  
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• Sunderland Are Set To Sign This Experienced Full-Back: Decent Choice For Le Bris?

  15-07-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Are Set To Sign This Experienced Full-Back: Decent Choice For Le Bris?In a recent post on X, respected journalist David Ornstein claimed that Sunderland are set to sign Thomas Meunier on a free transfer this summer. It has been mentioned that the Black Cats are on the verge of recruiting the Belgian defender on a two-year deal this off-season.Meunier’s Impressive Form In Ligue 1Meunier enjoyed a good run of form at the French club in the previous campaign when he produced a seri
  
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• Argentina’s Leandro Paredes branded ‘pathetic’ after reaction to Harry Kane incident

  15-07-2026 22:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Argentina’s Leandro Paredes was branded “pathetic” by former England goalkeeper Joe Hart after appearing to try and get Harry Kane sent off for covering his mouth during the World Cup semi-final. Midfielder Paredes spotted an opportunity to complain to referee Ismail Elfath after Kane briefly covered his mouth while talking to the United States official during what was a bruising first half in Atlanta littered with fouls. This World Cup has seen officials enforcing a new rule,
  
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• Pundits react to Argentina ‘wind-up’ tactics against England: ‘Smack them back’

  15-07-2026 22:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England have been urged to “give as good as they’ve got” against Argentina’s underhanded tactics after the holders committed a litany of fouls in the first half of their World Cup semi-final.Argentina were guilty of 12 fouls in the first 45 minutes but were only shown one yellow card, with Lisandro Martinez the sole Argentinian to enter the book.England v Argentina LIVE: Historic rivalry renews in massive World Cup semi-finalThomas Tuchel’s men hardly looked like th
  
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• Who is Marco Di Bello, Italian VAR in England vs. Argentina World Cup semi final

  15-07-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Who is Marco Di Bello, Italian VAR in England vs. Argentina World Cup semi finalItalian referee Marco Di Bello is the VAR for this evening’s World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina, with Maurizio Mariani the fourth official.The game kicked off in Atlanta at 20.00 UK time (21.00 CEST).PARMA, ITALY – APRIL 12: Marco Di Bello, referee of the match talks with Enrico Delprato of Parma Calcio during the Serie A match between Parma Calcio 1913 and SSC Napoli at Stadio Ennio Tardi
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are Willing To Launch A Move For This Bournemouth Striker: Good Fit For De Zerbi?

  15-07-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are Willing To Launch A Move For This Bournemouth Striker: Good Fit For De Zerbi?In a recent report, journalist Pete O’Rourke mentioned that Tottenham Hotspur are willing to launch a move for Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi. It has been claimed that Spurs are eyeing a £85m move to bring the French forward to North London this off-season.Kroupi’s Impressive Record In English FootballKroupi managed to catch the eye at times with his performances as the foc
  
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• Report Vojvoda on verge of Udinese move after Como accept offer

  15-07-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Vojvoda on verge of Udinese move after Como accept offerComo have accepted an offer from Udinese for Kosovo international Mergim Vojvoda, claim Sportitalia, so now he will discuss personal terms.The right-back is 31 years old and his current contract at the Stadio Sinigaglia runs to June 2028.He joined Como in February 2025 from Torino at a cost of €2m, before that playing for Standard Liege.Vojvoda heading to UdineseCOMO, ITALY – OCTOBER 29: Mergim Vojvoda of Como 1907 shoots
  
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• Atalanta edge closer to Alajbegovic with new €25m plus bonus bid

  15-07-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atalanta edge closer to Alajbegovic with new €25m plus bonus bidAtalanta are edging closer to an agreement for Kerim Alajbegovic, with reports of a new offer worth €25m plus add-ons to Bayer Leverkusen and the player asking Sead Kolasinac for advice.It has been said by several sources over the last few days that La Dea are making a strong bid to sign the Bosnia and Herzegovina talent.Now Sky Sport Italia and Sport Mediaset note that a new proposal has come in worth €25m plus bonus
  
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• USMNT goalkeeper Matt Freese reflects on 'devastating' elimination from World Cup: 'We wanted it so badly'

  15-07-2026 22:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  In the week and change since the United States men's national team fell to Belgium in a 4-1 rout, a lot has been done to dissect what led to the loss, despite the uptick in talent and the advantage of playing on home soil. But for the players, there's still a lot to process after the wave of support gave way to a disappointing World Cup exit in the Round of 16.In an interview with ESPN, U.S. starting goalkeeper Matt Freese reflected on the loss, saying he initially felt "disbelief" in the moment
  
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• Anthony Barry outlines England’s half-time plan to overcome Argentina

  15-07-2026 22:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England’s assistant manager, Anthony Barry, wants the team to use their ‘Premier League power’ to full effect in the second half of the World Cup semi-final clash with Argentina. A physical and tense opening 45 minutes between the two historic rivals ended in a goalless scoreline after it took 33 minutes, the longest time in a World Cup match, before a shot was made as John Stones headed wide from an England free kick. There were only three shots in the entirety of the first ha
  
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• Liverpool transfer news: It's off, major deal no longer happening and it means everything

  15-07-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool transfer news: It's off, major deal no longer happening and it means everythingA major deal is no longer happening, and it will have a huge impact on Liverpool. There is still plenty of work to do at Anfield, but progress has been slow. Liverpool have several areas of the squad that need strengthening, yet their activity in the market has been relatively quiet.New head coach Andoni Iraola acknowledged as much during his first press conference, admitting the club still needs to make fur
  
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• Liverpool Are Admirers Of This Ligue 1 Midfielder: Should Iraola Snap Him Up?

  15-07-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Admirers Of This Ligue 1 Midfielder: Should Iraola Snap Him Up?In a recent edition of the Anfield Index podcast, journalist David Lynch stated that Liverpool are admirers of Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. Lynch said,“He’s definitely a player Liverpool admire and have done before the World Cup.“I think it’s not been helpful for their interest just how good a World Cup he’s had. I just think it’s pushed the price up even further.“It has pus
  
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• England v Argentina sets unwanted World Cup record after ‘physical’ first half

  15-07-2026 22:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England and Argentina’s semi-final became the first World Cup match to not have a shot on target before half-time since records began in 1966 after a physical start in Atlanta. There were 19 fouls, though - 12 from Argentina and seven from England - in a tetchy, tense opening 45 minutes between two rivals meeting for the first time at a World Cup since 2002. The semi-final did not have an attempt on goal until the 33rd minute, when John Stones headed wide, before Argentina’s Enzo Fer
  
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• Report: Arsenal Keen For Captain To Stay Amid Other Midfield Interest

  15-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal Keen For Captain To Stay Amid Other Midfield InterestMartin Odegaard Central to Arsenal Plans as Bruno Guimaraes Chase Gathers PaceArsenal’s summer, as ever under Mikel Arteta, appears to be taking shape on two parallel tracks. One is immediate, urgent and competitive, the pursuit of elite-level reinforcement capable of nudging a gifted side towards the major honours it craves. The other is slower, more structural and perhaps more revealing, the preservation of the team&rsq
  
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• Arsenal Remain Keen On Signing This Atletico Madrid Star: Dream Signing For Arteta?

  15-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Remain Keen On Signing This Atletico Madrid Star: Dream Signing For Arteta?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey mentioned that Arsenal remain keen on signing Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez. It has been claimed that the Gunners would have to compete with Paris Saint-Germain in the race to sign the Argentina international this off-season.Alvarez’s Impressive Form In La LigaAlvarez managed to prove his worth as a consistent performer for Atletico Madrid in the previous ca
  
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• Rate the players as England face Argentina

  15-07-2026 21:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]England's World Cup semi-final against rivals Argentina is under way - follow it live here.You can rate both sets of players out of 10 below and come back 30 minutes after full-time to see the final ratings.When the World Cup finishes, the football continues on BBC SportHow to watch the World Cup on the BBC
  
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• England v Argentina shatters an unheard-of World Cup record 🤯

  15-07-2026 21:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England v Argentina shatters an unheard-of World Cup record 🤯Fewer fouls, more shots.On Wednesday evening, England and Argentina gave us an opening marked by tension and intensity in the duels rarely seen at a World Cup.An impact that was inevitably felt in the quality of play, to the point that the match reached depths never before seen in the history of the competition.According to Opta, this is the first time since 1966 and the start of advanced statistics tracking that a match has re
  
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• WSL: Aston Villa sign goalkeeper Emily Ramsey from rivals Everton

  15-07-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WSL: Aston Villa sign goalkeeper Emily Ramsey from rivals EvertonAston Villa have announced the signing of goalkeeper Emily Ramsey from fellow Women’s Super League side Everton.The 25-year-old played for the likes of Liverpool and a number of loan clubs across the WSL and WSL2, before joining Everton. She has spent the last four years with the Toffees.Ramsey also brings experience at international level. She has represented England throughout the youth age groups and has also been involved
  
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• Liverpool transfer news: FSG meet with world-class attacker ahead of massive move

  15-07-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool transfer news: FSG meet with world-class attacker ahead of massive moveA key FSG figure met with a world-class attacker who is on Liverpool's transfer radar. Liverpool are heading into what could be one of the most important summers in the club's modern history. This isn't simply about bringing in a few new signings or appointing a new manager - it's the start of a completely new chapter at Anfield.The departure of Arne Slot has forced the club to rethink its direction, and the appoint
  
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• Leeds United Now Linked With 21-Year-Old Barcelona Talent: Is He Worth The Chase?

  15-07-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Now Linked With 21-Year-Old Barcelona Talent: Is He Worth The Chase?Ten clubs are currently interested in Barcelona winger Roony Bardghji as Daniel Farke’s side consider a summer move.Leeds United eye Barcelona’s Bardghji amid 10-club raceThe 20-year-old Swede finds himself surplus to requirements at Camp Nou after a debut season in La Liga that, by any honest measure, never really got going. According to a report from Spanish outlet Diario Sport, relayed by Transfer Fee
  
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• Jude Bellingham laughs off Argentina antics after heated start to World Cup semi-final

  15-07-2026 21:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England’s Jude Bellingham laughed off aggression from Argentina’s Leandro Parades following a heated start to their World Cup semi-final in Atlanta. The opening 20 minutes of the semi-final were littered with fouls, following a big build-up to the resumption of England and Argentina’s storied rivalry. England’s Elliot Anderson was on the receiving end of several fouls in the opening stages and was involved in a tangle with Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez. Bellingham reacts
  
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• Galatasaray explore €70M Phil Foden transfer ahead of Enzo Maresca pre-season squad audit

  15-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Galatasaray explore €70M Phil Foden transfer ahead of Enzo Maresca pre-season squad auditGalatasaray are keen on signing Man City’s Phil Foden in this summer transfer window.The Turkish club are ready to ‘push all financial boundaries’ for the €70 million-rated midfielder.Foden is reportedly set to sign a new contract with Man City in the upcoming weeks.Galatasaray are interested in signing Manchester City forward Phil Foden this summer, as per a recent report from Tu
  
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• The internet erupts over tensions between England and Argentina 💥🥊

  15-07-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The internet erupts over tensions between England and Argentina 💥🥊Will this match end with 11 against 11?A battle was expected for this World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina, and it didn’t even take waiting for kickoff to get one.Already very tense during the national anthems, the match got off to an explosive start, with plenty of fouls and heated exchanges between the two teams.Argentina has already matched the record for most fouls conceded in the first 10 m
  
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• 🛑 How will England stop Messi? Here are two examples already

  15-07-2026 21:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🛑 How will England stop Messi? Here are two examples alreadyThere’s already plenty of fire in the duel between England and Argentina. That’s been clear from the opening minutes. Lots of little fouls and plenty of arguments have shaped the game so far. There has even already been a mass confrontation. Referee Ismail Elfath has his hands full trying to keep the two teams under control. In keeping with that, it’s also already becoming clear how the Three Lions wa
  
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• Rangers Have Positive Discussions With £7m Midfielder: Should They Pay That Amount?

  15-07-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers Have Positive Discussions With £7m Midfielder: Should They Pay That Amount?Rangers hold the cards in the race for Tromso midfielder Jens Hjerto-Dahl. Positive talks have already taken place with the 20-year-old’s representatives, and the word from inside the camp is clear. If the money is right, he chooses Glasgow. Cardiff City want him too, but the allure of European nights at Ibrox and guaranteed first-team minutes gives the Scottish giants a massive advantage. (Via Transfe
  
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• Napoli send first Zeballos offer to Boca Juniors, just under €10m

  15-07-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Napoli send first Zeballos offer to Boca Juniors, just under €10mNapoli agreed personal terms with Exequiel Zeballos and reports are growing that they made the first formal offer to Boca Juniors worth just under €10m.Multiple sources had already noted that the club had swooped for the player, who is primarily wide right of a trident attack, but can also go on the left or in a centre-forward role.His contract with Boca Juniors only runs to December 31 this year, so although there is a r
  
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• Argentina and England fans boo each other’s national anthems amid Falklands tensions

  15-07-2026 21:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England’s national anthem was drowned out by Argentinian boos and chants before Three Lions fans repaid the gesture as tensions boiled over before their seismic World Cup semi-final even kicked off.Sharing a storied footballing rivalry, this last-four clash also has a sharp historical edge to it, with conflict over the Falkland Islands forming part of the narrative going into the match in Atlanta.England v Argentina LIVE: Historic rivalry renews in massive World Cup semi-finalArgentina inv
  
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