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• Report: Roma set sights on Endrick

  14-07-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Roma set sights on EndrickRoma has set its sights on several attacking players. In recent weeks, the most talked-about name has been Alejandro Garnacho, but Chelsea’s demands are holding the Roman club back. Crysencio Summerville has been re-proposed, but again, the price tag is high. The latest suggestion—as reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport—is Endrick. The Brazilian Real Madrid player has excelled in Ligue 1 this season with Lyon. He earned a call-up from Carlo Ance
  
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• Real Madrid and Vinicius still remain significantly apart in renewal talks

  15-07-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid and Vinicius still remain significantly apart in renewal talksReal Madrid and superstar forward Vinicius Jr. have hit a stubborn financial standstill in negotiations over a contract extension, with neither side currently willing to compromise on their respective terms, reports journalist Mario Cortegana. While both parties share a mutual desire to hammer out a fresh agreement to secure the Brazilian’s future, a significant economic gulf remains between the club’s strict s
  
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• 'Introduction of Rodriguez' can help Evanilson 'push higher'

  15-07-2026 16:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Back of the Net podcaster Sam Davis has been speaking to BBC Radio Solent about Bournemouth confirming the signing of striker Alvaro Rodriguez from Spanish club Elche, in a deal worth up to £25.7m."The one thing that really struck out for me was the fact he's six foot four. So that is a modern centre-forward profile that I think we could do with. It'd be great to get a bit of height, but it sounds like his main and best position is centre forward and he excels as a central reference point
  
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• Birmingham sign Man Utd's Turner and Naalsund

  15-07-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Millie Turner and Lisa Naalsund spent three seasons together at Manchester United [Birmingham City FC]Birmingham City have signed defender Millie Turner and midfielder Lisa Naalsund from Manchester United.The pair, who announced their engagement last month, are believed to have joined for six-figure fees as Birmingham prepare to return to the Women's Super League (WSL).Birmingham won the WSL 2 title last season to end a five-year absence from the top flight and have made a strong start to the tr
  
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• England v Argentina predicted line-ups: Who is set to start World Cup semi-final?

  15-07-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England take on Argentina in the World Cup 2026 semi-finals in Atlanta tonight. The winner will face Spain after Luis de la Fuente’s side eased past France in a comprehensive 2-0 victory in Dallas.England v Argentina LIVE: Latest team news ahead of World Cup semi-finalTuchel has an almost fully fit squad of players to pick from, with Declan Rice fully recovered and able to start for the Three Lions after illness.But Tuchel has a big decision to make at right-back: Jarell Quansah remains su
  
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• 😱Ligue 1 stalwarts RELEGATED to the sixth tier

  15-07-2026 16:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱Ligue 1 stalwarts RELEGATED to the sixth tierGirondins de Bordeaux have not provided the financial guarantees necessary for their stability, and the regulatory body made the decision to relegate them.An unprecedented milestone in French football: Girondins de Bordeaux have gone from being one of the historic clubs of Ligue 1 to now having to be relegated to the sixth division.The decision was made by the National Directorate of Control and Management on appeal. A ruling that did not tak
  
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• Aston Villa sign keeper Ramsey on free transfer

  15-07-2026 16:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Emily Ramsey on a free transfer from Everton.The 25-year-old spent four years on Merseyside after an initial loan spell in 2022.Ramsey will compete with Sabrina D'Angelo and Ellie Roebuck for a starting spot at Villa."It felt like the right time for a new challenge," she said. "I'm excited to play at Villa Park on the right side of the team, get to know the players and see what we can achieve together this season."Ramsey has represented Englan
  
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• Rangers in talks with Leicester over Mavididi - gossip

  15-07-2026 16:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers have held talks with Leicester City as the Ibrox club look to secure 28-year-old winger Stephy Mavididi. (Mark Hendry on Substack)Leicester City are considering a move for Rangers centre-half John Souttar but could face competition from some Championship clubs for the 29-year-old Scotland international. (Sky Sports)Sheffield United are among the Championship clubs interested in Souttar while Dutch and Greek clubs are tracking Rangers forward Danilo, 27. (Sun)Rangers fear they will be pri
  
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• Penybont learn lessons of watergate row in Andorra

  15-07-2026 16:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Penybont have never won a European tie [FAW]Penybont will be bringing their own water as they look to keep their European dreams alive against FC Santa Coloma in Andorra on Thursday (18:00 BST).The Cymru Premier side are hoping for a refreshing change of fortunes by keeping their cool in more ways than one against a team that proved awkward opponents in the first leg last week.Penybont were unable to secure a maiden win in Europe when they were beaten 1-0 in the Uefa Conference League first qual
  
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• Stankovic’s possible Inter roles revealed as Chivu ‘can’t wait’ to see returning talent

  15-07-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stankovic’s possible Inter roles revealed as Chivu ‘can’t wait’ to see returning talentAleksandar Stankovic will be part of Inter’s squad next season, and Cristian Chivu has made no secret of his enthusiasm for a player he first coached in the club’s youth ranks.According to Calciomercato.com, the Serbian midfielder, youngest son of Nerazzurri great Dejan, has been bought back from Club Brugge for a total of €23 million after a breakout campaign in Belgiu
  
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• Intensity defines Jose Mourinho’s first week back at Real Madrid

  15-07-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Intensity defines Jose Mourinho’s first week back at Real MadridReal Madrid are all set to embark on another new project as they appointed Jose Mourinho after another trophyless season, and all the turbulence that surrounded the club during the 2025-26 season.The Portuguese manager has thus returned to the Merengue club after a break of 13 years, and has already got to work. He started his preseason training on 13 July, even though most of the first team players have not yet reported back
  
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• McGlynn fears for Falkirk's League Cup chances

  15-07-2026 16:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  John McGlynn admits Falkirk are "looking for favours" in the League Cup group stage after Tuesday night's defeat at home to Ayr United. Kevin Holt's first half goal was enough to steer the second tier side to victory against the Bairns who had a chance to level from the penalty spot with five minutes to play but Ross McIver's attempt was saved by Harry Stone. The result leaves Falkirk second in Group G, three points behind Ayr United after two games. "We've done well in the League Cup now we're
  
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• Tottenham will demand at least €50 million for wantaway defender liked by Barcelona

  15-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham will demand at least €50 million for wantaway defender liked by BarcelonaAlthough FC Barcelona’s priority this summer is strengthening the attack, the club continues to monitor the market for an experienced central defender who could add leadership and depth to Hansi Flick’s squad. Sporting director Deco and the German coach both believe another top-level centre-back would improve the team if the right opportunity arises.For now, two names stand above the rest: Aymeric
  
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• Rodri’s World Cup heroics show he is exactly what Real Madrid are missing in midfield

  15-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rodri’s World Cup heroics show he is exactly what Real Madrid are missing in midfieldReal Madrid’s midfield has never lacked quality. Between Jude Bellingham, Fede Valverde, Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga and the recent arrival of Bernardo Silva, Jose Mourinho has no shortage of technically gifted players at his disposal.Yet football is rarely about assembling the biggest collection of stars, something that Real Madrid learned the hard way. More often, success depends on
  
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• Lamine Yamal’s home ‘targeted by burglars’ hours after Spain reach World Cup final

  15-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  An attempted burglary at the home of Spanish wonderkid Lamine Yamal was thwarted hours after he helped his country reach just the second World Cup final in their history, according to reports.Yamal, 19, played the full game as Spain beat France 2-0 in their semi-final in Dallas on Tuesday and Catalan news outlet La Vanguardia has reported that early on Wednesday morning two masked individuals tried to enter his property.La Vanguardia reported the individuals were spotted perched on a wall of the
  
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• Done Deal: Richardson quits Fiorentina for Le Havre with €8m option

  15-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Done Deal: Richardson quits Fiorentina for Le Havre with €8m optionFiorentina have agreed a deal with Le Havre, sending them midfielder Amir Richardson on loan with an option to buy for €8m.Multiple sources including L’Equipe and Le Parisien are confident the final details have been worked out and he will arrive for a medical on Friday or Saturday this week.The 24-year-old had joined Fiorentina from Stade Reims in the summer of 2024 at a cost of €9m plus add-ons.Richardson s
  
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• 'Big outlay' on 'unproven' Muharemovic - fan views on deal for defender

  15-07-2026 15:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on the news Leeds United have agreed a £34.1m fee with Italian club Sassuolo for defender Tarik Muharemovic.Here are some of your comments:Dan: I trust the club and their recruitment, but this is a big outlay on an unproven player, especially when we're in desperate need of a goalkeeper and a striker.Mark: If Tarik Muharemovic is Premier League quality, and better than Pascal Struijk - and at this stage it's impossible to know - then he's what we
  
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• Liverpool have the chance to sign brilliant defender after Fabrizio Romano’s update

  15-07-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool have the chance to sign brilliant defender after Fabrizio Romano’s updateAntonio Silva Transfer Chance Opens Door for LiverpoolLiverpool have always liked to think they are smart in the market. Not flashy for the sake of it, not chasing every bright light, but alert when a genuine opportunity presents itself. Antonio Silva may now fall into that category.The Benfica centre-back has rejected a new contract offer and, with just a year left on his current deal, the situation has cha
  
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• 'Mentality gives you the best chance of winning' - Arbeloa

  15-07-2026 15:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Fulham's new head coach, Alvaro Arbeloa, has given his first interview since joining the west London side. Arbeloa, who previously spent five months in charge of Real Madrid, has spoken of how "happy and really proud" he is to have made the move to Craven Cottage. "When I spoke with the owners and people at the club, I felt ambition, honesty and real desire to improve. This club has everything it needs to make the next step so I'm ready to work and make it happen," the Spaniard sai
  
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• Roma never made Greenwood offer, confirm Olympique Marseille

  15-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma never made Greenwood offer, confirm Olympique MarseilleRoma were locked in talks for weeks to sign Mason Greenwood, but Olympique Marseille director Gregory Lorenzi reveals ‘only Fenerbahce made a formal offer’ and his ‘image’ was a problem.The Giallorossi had targeted the Englishman for the whole summer, with reports of a proposal worth over €42m plus add-ons coming to Marseille.They could not compete with the salary on offer in Turkiye, where there are signifi
  
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• Report: Arsenal ready to push forward out of the door amid interest from European giants

  15-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal ready to push forward out of the door amid interest from European giantsArsenal Transfer News: Gabriel Jesus Exit Edges Closer as AC Milan Lead RaceArsenal are stepping up plans to move Gabriel Jesus on this summer, with AC Milan emerging as one of the strongest contenders for the Brazil international. According to TeamTalk, the Gunners have now made their position clear as they look to avoid losing the forward for nothing at the end of his contract.Jesus, now 29, joined Arsenal
  
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• How have England fared in previous World Cups? The Three Lions’ best performances ahead of Argentina match

  15-07-2026 15:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England look to end 60 years of hurt as they head into the World Cup semi-finals once again. Tuchel’s Three Lions are set to go head-to-head with Argentina in what will be a historic clash, with captain Lionel Messi to face England for the first time in his career. Across the years, England have had plenty of highs and lows at the sport’s biggest tournament, with drama never far away. Here, we take a look at how England have fared in previous tournaments. Brazil 1950 – Group st
  
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• PSG backed Eupen bring in experienced German-Congolese striker in bid to boost promotion push

  15-07-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG backed Eupen bring in experienced German-Congolese striker in bid to boost promotion pushBelgian second tier side Eupen have announced the signing of striker Ba-Muaka Simakala from Azerbaijani side Araz Naxçivan. Simakala came through the Borussia Monchengladbach youth system before going on to play for a variety of clubs before he ended up in Azerbaijan. The striker joins Eupen off the back of a decent campaign, with nine goals in 36 games.Simakala made his one and only appearance fo
  
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• Will England get a Bank Holiday if we win the World Cup? Here’s when it could be as Argentina semi-final looms

  15-07-2026 15:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The government is considering an extra bank holiday if England wins the World Cup, with the final set to take place next Sunday.It is understood that Friday 24 July has been earmarked for a celebratory bank holiday if England wins the tournament, 60 years after its first and only victory in the competition.England took a stride closer to the final with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Norway after extra time on Saturday night, saved again by a brace from the effervescent Jude Bellingham.The prime mini
  
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• How well have Arsenal duo been managed at the World Cup?

  15-07-2026 15:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former Premier League striker Chris Sutton believes Arsenal's Declan Rice will be "key to England beating Argentina" on Wednesday night when the two sides face-off at Atlanta Stadium for a spot in the World Cup final.The 27-year-old defensive midfielder has played a total of 385 minutes at the tournament so far, featuring in five of England's six matches.Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club, Sutton said: "Rice is key to England beating Argentina because Lionel Messi is
  
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• Report Solet ready for €25m Leeds United swoop from Udinese

  15-07-2026 15:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Solet ready for €25m Leeds United swoop from UdineseUdinese defender Oumar Solet was linked with Inter and Juventus, but now there are reports Leeds United are coming in with an offer worth €25m.The centre-back impressed last season in Friuli and is still considered hot property on the transfer market.However, the Serie A sides showing firm interest like Inter and Juve are forced to deal with other priorities first, so let the negotiations slide rather than pay the €25m ask
  
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• From Italy: Man City offer Mateo Kovacic to Inter Milan but squad congestion cools San Siro interest

  15-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From Italy: Man City offer Mateo Kovacic to Inter Milan but squad congestion cools San Siro interestMan City have offered Croatia international Mateo Kovacic to Inter Milan in recent daysA move would “hardly be considered at the moment” with too many midfielders in Inter’s squadThe development follows reports that Kovacic is likely to leave the Etihad Stadium this summerManchester City have offered Mateo Kovacic to Inter Milan in recent days, though the Serie A champions are un
  
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• 🔥 Spence in front, McTominay to renew? Gasp waits... today's market 🤑

  15-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔥 Spence in front, McTominay to renew? Gasp waits... today's market 🤑Today is the day of England-Argentina, the semi-final that will decide the second spot in the World Cup final, where Spain is already waiting for the winner. It’s a fascinating clash that will determine who gets the chance to play for the World Champion title.Follow Napoli’s training camp closely! All 5 of the Azzurri’s pre-season friendlies live on OneFootball! Click here to see the match sche
  
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• Wycombe sign former Leicester forward Thomas

  15-07-2026 15:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas made 17 Championship appearances for Leicester City last season [Getty Images]Wycombe Wanderers have completed the signing of forward Silko Thomas on an undisclosed contract.The 22-year-old was a free agent after leaving Leicester City this summer.Thomas played 17 times for the Foxes in the Championship last season, and previously spent time on-loan at Wigan Athletic in the 2024-25 season.He becomes the League One club's fifth summer signing, following striker Cauley Woodrow, defender Ste
  
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• Events boss defends Fifa over extended World Cup half-time show

  15-07-2026 15:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa has been told it would have been "wasting the moment" if it had not extended the World Cup final interval on Sunday to stage a half-time show, according to a top global events boss. The organisation has confirmed the 11-minute performance, featuring artists such as Madonna, Shakira, and Justin Bieber, will take place at MetLife Stadium. However, reports suggest this show will cause the gap between the first and second halves to significantly exceed the 15 minutes stipulated by the sport&rsq
  
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