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• Report: Sunderland have held talks over move for Serie A star

  12-07-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Sunderland have held talks over move for Serie A starSunderland Eye Matias Soulé as Roma Balance Sales, PSR Pressure and Summer PlansRoma’s summer is taking shape around a familiar reality, elite ambition backed by the need to sell well. According to Corriere Dello Sport, sporting director Tony D’Amico is working across multiple tracks, with departures expected to be central to what follows in the market.The name most relevant to Sunderland is Matias Soulé. Roma
  
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• Chelsea Are In The Race For This Talented Keeper: What Will He Add To Alonso’s Side?

  12-07-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Are In The Race For This Talented Keeper: What Will He Add To Alonso’s Side?In a recent report, TSF claimed that Chelsea are in the race for Porto keeper Diogo Costa this summer. It has been mentioned that the Blues are eyeing a move to bring the Portuguese goalie to Stamford Bridge this off-season.Costa’s Impressive Form In Portuguese FootballCosta had a solid campaign at Porto as he put in a run of impressive displays for them in Liga Portugal. The 26-year-old conceded 27 g
  
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• Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup

  12-07-2026 21:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Infantino has been Fifa president since 2016 [Getty Images]Plans for a 64-team men's World Cup are set to be picked up and assessed in detail after the 2026 tournament with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino saying football needs to be "for the whole world".The proposal for an expanded tournament was put forward last year but Infantino says the success of the expanded 48-team tournament means they should look at how a 64-team World Cup could work."That's definitely an issue that will be examined and dis
  
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• Burnley sign Spanish winger Castell

  12-07-2026 21:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lluc Castell is Burnley's first signing under new boss Nicky Hayen [Getty Images]Burnley have signed winger Lluc Castell from Espanyol for an undisclosed fee.The 19-year-old has agreed a three-year contract and becomes the Clarets' first signing of the summer transfer window.Castell began his career in the academy of Gimnastic de Tarragona before joining Espanyol in 2022.The Spain Under-18 international made his senior debut for the La Liga side in a 1-1 draw against Real Sociedad in the final g
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are Hoping To Land This Talented Playmaker: Good Option For De Zerbi?

  12-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are Hoping To Land This Talented Playmaker: Good Option For De Zerbi?In a recent report, Record revealed that Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to land Sporting CP attacker Francisco Trincao. It has been mentioned that Spurs are eyeing a move to secure the services of the Portuguese talent later this year.Trincao’s Impressive Form In North LondonTrincao enjoyed a good run of form at the Portuguese club as he put in a run of impressive displays for them in the final third. The
  
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• Incredible deal could win Liverpool's transfer window

  12-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Incredible deal could win Liverpool's transfer windowLiverpool have a chance to grab their best deal of the transfer window. And for a bargain price.Liverpool need to sign another forward player this summer. They were lacking in wide areas as it was and Mohamed Salah's exit only exacerbates that problem.Victor Munoz will certainly help after his arrival from Osasuna but there's little doubt that Liverpool need more. Hugo Ekitike being out until new year, questions over Alexander Isak's fitness a
  
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• Diego Forlán will be Uruguay's new manager... for now

  12-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Diego Forlán will be Uruguay's new manager... for nowDiego Forlán is going to be Uruguay’s interim head coach... or not.As confirmed by 'MARCA', Diego Forlán will manage Uruguay until the next international break in March.Since there will be elections in the Uruguayan Federation at the end of the year, that is when it will be decided whether he stays on or not.Initially, Forlán was set to coach Uruguay’s Under-20 side at the South American Championship nex
  
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• After Manchester Utd failure, Ederson can sign Atalanta extension

  12-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After Manchester Utd failure, Ederson can sign Atalanta extensionSerie A side Atalanta seemed set to pocket a significant amount from Ederson’s sale to Manchester United. The deal fell through – possibly due to medical reasons and this has impacted La Dea’s market.Newcastle United have been mentioned as a suitor but there is a chance the Brazilian can now stay at Atalanta.L’Eco Di Bergamoreport that Atalanta’s plans have turned upside down. Since the deal to Manches
  
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• England hail incredible World Cup resilience as epic Argentina semifinal awaits

  12-07-2026 21:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MIAMI — England have been nasty and horrible to play against at this 2026 World Cup and that is exactly what they needed to make the final step to win a major tournament. After a grueling semifinal win against Norway on Saturday in the extreme heat and humidity of Miami, Thomas Tuchel lambasted his team for their poor performance. But he praised their mentality when asked about it after the game by ITV Sport in the UK. "This is pure mentality," Tuchel said. "How can you ask about mentality
  
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• 📋 Cruzeiro and Grêmio named for friendly in Brasília

  12-07-2026 21:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Cruzeiro and Grêmio named for friendly in BrasíliaCruzeiro and Grêmio have announced their lineups for this Sunday’s (12) friendly.The ball will start rolling at 5 p.m. (Brasília time) at Mané Garrincha.Metrópoles Esportes and GrêmioTV will broadcast it live on YouTube.Cruzeiro 🦊This will be their second friendly after the one against Defensor (a 2-0 win).Gabriel Pec could make his debut for Raposa.Meanwhile, Arroyo is still r
  
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• World Cup semifinal picks, predictions: Best bets for Spain-France, England-Argentina

  12-07-2026 20:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup semifinals are set, and they feature the world's top four teams: France, Spain, England and Argentina, all of which have previously won the World Cup. This is the third time that all four semifinalists are previous champions (1970, 1990), and it's the first time that the top four teams in FIFA's rankings have all made the World Cup semifinals (since rankings began in 1992). That achievement was admittedly aided by FIFA seeding the top four teams in separate quadrants for the first
  
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• Nice’s Kevin Carlos targeted by Samsunspor

  12-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nice’s Kevin Carlos targeted by SamsunsporOGC Nice’s Kevin Carlos (25) is reportedly on Samsunspor’s radar, according to L’Équipe. A deal in the form of a loan with an option to buy is even said to be under consideration.However, whilst Nice are not ruling out such a move, the biggest challenge could well be convincing the Spanish striker, who is keen to prove his worth in one of Europe’s top five leagues.Signed last summer from FC Basel for €6m, Carlos
  
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• Lazio push for Doekhi and Sergi Dominguez, but not Diogo Leite

  12-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lazio push for Doekhi and Sergi Dominguez, but not Diogo LeiteLazio are in advanced negotiations for two new central defenders, Dinamo Zagreb’s Sergi Dominguez and free agent Danilho Doekhi, but probably not Diogo Leite.The Aquile are forced to revamp their squad following the sale of Alessio Romagnoli to Al-Sadd and Mario Gila to Milan.Lazio want both Doekhi and Sergi DominguezBERLIN, GERMANY – MAY 02: Danilho Doekhi of 1. FC Union Berlin celebrates his team’s second goal scor
  
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• Report: Tottenham Hotspur have joined the race to sign €35m Barcelona star

  12-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Tottenham Hotspur have joined the race to sign €35m Barcelona starFerran Torres Transfer Latest as Tottenham Weigh Barcelona Forward MoveTottenham are among the clubs monitoring Ferran Torres ahead of a possible summer move, with Barcelona increasingly open to a sale as the forward enters the final year of his contract. According to Caught Offside, Spurs are firmly in the conversation for the Spain international, even if Atletico Madrid are currently described as the side showing th
  
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• Liverpool could turn to £70m-rated forward instead of Bradley Barcola

  12-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool could turn to £70m-rated forward instead of Bradley BarcolaLiverpool transfer latest as Bradley Barcola tops shortlist and Yankuba Minteh stays in frameLiverpool’s summer planning on the wing appears to be narrowing around two names, Bradley Barcola and Yankuba Minteh, with the former understood to be the preferred option and the latter viewed as a credible alternative if circumstances become complicated. Credit to talkSPORT, which reports that the Merseyside club are looki
  
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• Manchester United Are Preparing To Move In For This Serie A Midfielder: Good Fit For Carrick?

  12-07-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are Preparing To Move In For This Serie A Midfielder: Good Fit For Carrick?In a recent report, SportMediaSet stated that Manchester United are preparing to move in for AS Roma midfielder Manu Kone. It has been claimed that the Red Devils are planning to launch a move for the France international in this transfer window.Kone’s Impressive Form In Serie AKone enjoyed a good run of form at the Italian club in the previous campaign when he put in a string of solid displays for
  
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• Real Madrid new signing responds to Barcelona superstar ahead of World Cup semifinal – “He can say whatever he wants”

  12-07-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid new signing responds to Barcelona superstar ahead of World Cup semifinal – “He can say whatever he wants”The mouthwatering World Cup semifinal between France and Spain has already produced its share of pre-match fireworks, with Real Madrid new boy Ibrahima Konate the latest to weigh in.The France defender was responding to some bold comments from Barcelona star Lamine Yamal, who fired a warning shot at Les Bleus ahead of Tuesday’s blockbuster clash in Dallas.W
  
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• Official I Hugo Oliveira appointed as Strasbourg’s new manager

  12-07-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official I Hugo Oliveira appointed as Strasbourg’s new managerRC Strasbourg Alsace officially announced the appointment of Hugo Oliveira as their new manager on Sunday.In their search for a successor to Gary O’Neil – who was poached by Ipswich Town after just six months – the Alsatian club ultimately chose Oliveira over former Celtic player Wilfried Nancy to take charge. Arriving from FC Famalicão, where he had been in charge since December 2024 and had guided the
  
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• France star Adrien Rabiot keen on Milan stay, Napoli interest not progressing

  12-07-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France star Adrien Rabiot keen on Milan stay, Napoli interest not progressingSerie A side Milan have been dealing with the uncertainty surrounding the future of midfielder of Adrien Rabiot but the France star’s exit from the San Siro looks unlikely.La Gazzetta dello Sport have reported in detail about the midfielder, clarifying that Napoli have indeed explored the idea of a move. But Milan and Gerry Cardinale do not want to sell him and strengthen a possible rival.They feel Rabiot will sti
  
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• Fiorentina squad for pre-season sees big names frozen out

  12-07-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fiorentina squad for pre-season sees big names frozen outAs expected, Fiorentina have left Robin Gosens and Jacopo Fazzini out of pre-season training, but quite a few others are frozen out too by new coach Fabio Grosso.The Viola had a dismal campaign, spending most of it in the relegation zone and only surging at the end to secure their Serie A status.They intend to completely revamp the side under Grosso, and have already been very active on the transfer market.Arthur Atta Joins Fiorentina (Sou
  
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• Real Madrid midfielder set to return from injury and start vs Spain in World Cup semi final

  12-07-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid midfielder set to return from injury and start vs Spain in World Cup semi finalAurelien Tchouameni was the major absentee for France duing their last two knockout matches at the World Cup.Prior to their encounter against Paraguay, the star midfielder had picked up a knock in training, which had ruled him out of the Round of 16 clash. He subsequently missed the quarterfinals against Morocco as well.Manu Kone deputised for the injured Tchouameni in the last two matches. But as France p
  
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• England have another level we can reach - Kane

  12-07-2026 20:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England play Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday and if they win would meet either France or Spain in Sunday's final [Getty Images]Captain Harry Kane has admitted England "have another level we can reach" as they bid to win the World Cup for the first time since 1966.The Three Lions needed extra-time before beating Norway 2-1 on Saturday, with a semi-final on Wednesday in Atlanta against Argentina (20:00 BST) to come.After the quarter-final, boss Thomas Tuchel said he was unhappy
  
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• Celtic Are Preparing A Move For This Ivorian Midfield Ace: Why The Hoops Must Step Up Their Interest

  12-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic Are Preparing A Move For This Ivorian Midfield Ace: Why The Hoops Must Step Up Their InterestIf a recent report from French outlet Foot Mercato is true, Celtic are keeping close tabs on Mory Gbane ahead of a potential summer swoop. But they are not alone in the hunt, with English Championship side West Ham United and Turkish hotshots Trabzonspor also making their moves for the Stade de Reims midfielder.The 25-year-old Ivory Coast international first grabbed attention while playing for Sta
  
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• 🇧🇷 CBF sends message to Brazilian fans over the hunt for hexa, watch

  12-07-2026 20:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🇧🇷 CBF sends message to Brazilian fans over the hunt for hexa, watchThe Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) released a video this Sunday (12) about the elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup."Believe it. Let the new cycle begin," CBF says, referring to the pursuit of a sixth title at the 2030 World Cup. Watch the video in the post below:This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.
  
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• 🇧🇷 CBF sends message to Brazil fans on the hunt for hexa, watch

  12-07-2026 20:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🇧🇷 CBF sends message to Brazil fans on the hunt for hexa, watchThe Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) released a video this Sunday (12) about the elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup."Believe it. Let the new cycle begin," CBF says, referring to the pursuit of a sixth title at the 2030 World Cup. Watch the video in the post below:This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.
  
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• Barcelona forward not considering signing a new deal as PSG links intensify

  12-07-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona forward not considering signing a new deal as PSG links intensifyFerran Torres has become the big talking point at Barcelona lately, with speculations linking him with a surprise move to Paris Saint-Germain this summer.Ferran has a great relationship with Luis Enrique and it appears PSG are keen on signing the player as a direct replacement for Goncalo Ramos.Amid all the noise around a potential move to PSG, Fabrizio Romano has offered a key update on the future of the Spanish internat
  
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• Udinese plan €6m Ugresic offer as bidding war hots up

  12-07-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Udinese plan €6m Ugresic offer as bidding war hots upUdinese are in a bidding war for Partizan Belgrade midfielder Ognjen Ugresic at €6m, competing with Sassuolo, Bologna, Club Brugge, Eintracht Frankfurt and AS Monaco.According to Tuttomercatoweb transfer pundit Marco Conterio, the Friulani have made a proposal worth €6m to the Serbian side.That would be enough to out-bid fellow Serie A club Sassuolo, who had previously been prepared to offer €5m, while Bologna are also know
  
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• Manchester City Are Eager To Recruit This Newcastle United Star: Should Maresca Go For Him?

  12-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are Eager To Recruit This Newcastle United Star: Should Maresca Go For Him?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey claimed that Manchester City are eager to recruit Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes. It has been mentioned that the Mancunian club are trailing Arsenal in the race to land the Brazilian midfield ace, who wants to leave the Magpies this summer.Guimaraes’ Impressive Form In The Premier LeagueGuimaraes enjoyed a decent run of form at the Tyneside club as
  
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• 📋 With absentees, Corinthians name line-up for friendly in Paraná

  12-07-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 With absentees, Corinthians name line-up for friendly in ParanáCorinthians is LINEUPPED to face FC Cascavel. The friendly is scheduled for 4 p.m. this Sunday (12), at the Estádio Olímpico Regional, in the countryside of Paraná.SporTV, Premiere, XSports and GE TV will broadcast the match.
  Timão will use the match to run tests with an eye on the second half of the season. The next official challenge will be against Remo on the 23rd, a Thursday, in the B
  
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• 📋 Thiago Silva? Hulk? Fluminense name line-up for Maracanã friendly

  12-07-2026 19:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Thiago Silva? Hulk? Fluminense name line-up for Maracanã friendlyFluminense and Bahia face off in a friendly this Sunday (12), at 4 p.m., at the Maracanã. SporTV 2, Premiere, and GE TV will broadcast it.The match will allow coaches Luis Zubeldía and Rogério Ceni to test options and help the players build match fitness for the second half of the season.Fluminense lineupCanobbio is out after playing in the World Cup and only returning to training this week. He
  
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