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• Richard Hughes in race against time to avoid awful WOAT label

  04-07-2026 08:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes in race against time to avoid awful WOAT labelIs he the WOAT? Richard Hughes is in a race against time to avoid an awful Liverpool label.Richard Hughes has been at Liverpool for two and a half years now. Technically, it’s only been two years but given he was involved in the hiring of Arne Slot, it’s safe to say that Hughes has been doing some sort of work at Anfield since early 2024.And now he’s set to leave. It was reported by the Athletic on Thursday that Hughe
  
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• Barcelona closely monitoring 23-year-old former midfielder’s situation – report

  04-07-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona closely monitoring 23-year-old former midfielder’s situation – reportAccording to SPORT, Barcelona are keeping a close watch on Pablo Torre’s future following Mallorca’s relegation from La Liga, with the Catalan club still retaining significant control over the midfielder’s long-term future.Although Mallorca were unable to avoid the drop, Torre finished the season in impressive form, establishing himself as one of the team’s standout performers durin
  
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• Abdulai eyes Scotland call-up after Hibs switch

  04-07-2026 15:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Azeem Abdulai has targeted joining new Hibernian teammate Josh Mulligan in the Scotland squad after his transfer from Leyton Orient.The Glasgow-born 23-year-old started as a youth with Celtic, but it was with Swansea City that he first tasted senior football."Playing down in England is what a lot of people want to do. I started down there and I managed to get a good number of games to stand me in good stead for playing at Hibs," the midfielder told Hibs TV."As soon as I heard about the interest,
  
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• 💣 Juventus-Goretzka, Gila twist and Greenwood-Roma on 🤑

  04-07-2026 15:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣 Juventus-Goretzka, Gila twist and Greenwood-Roma on 🤑While the World Cup continues with the round of 16 (here’s the bracket), the transfer market is heating up following the official opening of the summer window.Let’s take a look at today’s biggest transfer stories involving Italy’s top clubs.Juventus, contact renewed with GoretzkaAs confirmed by Fabrizio Romano, Juventus’ priorities are signing a striker (Kolo Muani) and a goalkeeper (Dibu Martine
  
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• France icon backs Ibrahima Konate to succeed at Real Madrid: ‘He has the necessary quality’

  04-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France icon backs Ibrahima Konate to succeed at Real Madrid: ‘He has the necessary quality’Ibrahima Konate is one of four players Real Madrid have signed so far, as they look to stage a resurgence heading into the new season.Konate has joined the club on a free transfer after having seen out his contract at Liverpool last season. He is expected to join as a direct replacement for David Alaba, who, in turn, left as a free agent.Petit backs Konate to succeed at Real MadridFormer France
  
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• Brighton & Hove Albion sign Swiss international midfielder Wälti

  04-07-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brighton & Hove Albion sign Swiss international midfielder WältiBrighton & Hove Albion have completed the signing of Swiss international midfielder Lia Wälti.The Seagulls announced the news via a post on their official club website earlier today.The 33-year-old joins Brighton & Hove Albion following a spell with Italian Serie A Women Athora club Juventus. Wälti spent one season in Italy, winning the Serie A Women’s Cup and Supercoppa Italiana.The midfielder is be
  
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• Barcelona top target banking on Atletico Madrid’s €100 million promise – report

  04-07-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona top target banking on Atletico Madrid’s €100 million promise – reportJulian Alvarez’s transfer saga has been the hottest topic in the transfer market this summer, as the forward continues to be on the radar of Barcelona.Alvarez has handed in a transfer request at Atletico Madrid, but the Spanish giants maintain that any interested party will have to pay his €500 million release clause as they do not intend to sell him.Alvarez banking on a €100m promiseA
  
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• All you need to know about the Women's League Cup final

  04-07-2026 15:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cliftonville and Glentoran are back in the Women's League Cup final at Seaview in a repeat of last year's thrilling decider.The Reds came from behind to triumph 4-2 against the Glens to win the competition for a third year in a row.This will be the first meeting between the two sides who sit first and second in the Women's Premiership table in the current campaign and it promises to be an intriguing battle as always.Ahead of Sunday's final, BBC Sport NI looks at all you need to know about both t
  
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• Done deal: Venezia secure deal for 18-year-old Ale Gomes with Real Zaragoza

  04-07-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Done deal: Venezia secure deal for 18-year-old Ale Gomes with Real ZaragozaReports in Italy claim that newly-promoted Venezia have secured a deal with Real Zaragoza to sign teenage centre-back Ale Gomes from Real Zaragoza following their relegation to the Spanish third tier.Gomes all set for Venezia switchAccording to the latest updates from Gianluca Di Marzio, the 18-year-old defender will join Venezia in Serie A for a fee of €2m plus bonuses. The financial details have reportedly been agr
  
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• World Cup Round of 16 bracket, schedule, live updates: France vs. Paraguay kicks off second round

  04-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After several penalty shootouts, drama and controversy, the World Cup's Round of 32 is finally over. What does the second round of the knockout stage have in store for us? The Round of 16 kicks off on Saturday with two matchups and two heavily favored teams. Co-host Canada will get things started in Houston against Morocco after a last-gasp winner in its Round of 32 game against South Africa. The Moroccans have high hopes in this tournament after finishing third at the 2022 tournament in Qatar.
  
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• Aquilani: ‘Sassuolo a natural choice for first Serie A club’ as coach

  04-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aquilani: ‘Sassuolo a natural choice for first Serie A club’ as coachAlberto Aquilani explains why Sassuolo felt like ‘a natural choice’ for his first Serie A coaching experience, but warned the squad is ‘lacking in some positions.’This is the first Serie A management experience for the coach who turns 42 next week, yet is also a return to the Mapei Stadium, where he played for six months in 2017.PARMA, ITALY – APRIL 28: Alberto Aquilani head coach of AC
  
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• RB Leipzig join Bundesliga duo in race for Sven Mijnans

  04-07-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  RB Leipzig join Bundesliga duo in race for Sven MijnansAZ Alkmaar’s Sven Mijnans (26) is coming off his best season yet having struck 21 goals and created a further nine in 50 games across all competitions, which has attracted interest from Bundesliga trio RB Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen.However, contrary to Dutch reports, no offer has, of yet, been rejected. The 26-year-old has a reported €15m release clause for foreign clubs, but PSV Eindhoven, who have a signific
  
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• Sky Sports: Manchester United considering two midfield options

  04-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sky Sports: Manchester United considering two midfield optionsManchester United Transfer Plans: Tchouameni, Alex Scott and Summerville Lead Summer ShortlistManchester United’s summer is taking shape, and the message is straightforward. Midfield comes first. According to Sky Sports, “Aurelien Tchouameni and Alex Scott remain high on Manchester United’s list of midfield targets.” That tells you plenty about the level United want, and the type of age profile they are weighin
  
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• Explained: Why Real Madrid issued statements on Michael Olise and Enzo Fernandez speculation

  04-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Explained: Why Real Madrid issued statements on Michael Olise and Enzo Fernandez speculationReal Madrid have been very busy this summer, with four signings already wrapped up before the start of pre-season. Further additions are wanted, although the club has moved to distance itself from two players that have been linked in recent weeks.Last month, Real Madrid issued a statement denying that any move had been made towards signing Michael Olise from Bayern Munich, and earlier this week, they repe
  
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• 📺 Saturday's schedule (4): where to watch both last-16 matches

  04-07-2026 14:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📺 Saturday's schedule (4): where to watch both last-16 matchesThe FIFA World Cup Round of 16 begins this Saturday (4) with TWO massive matches. Check the times and where to watch, and plan ahead!FIFA World Cup 🏆2:00 PM - Canada vs. Morocco:  Globo, SporTV, GE TV, SBT and CazéTV
  6:00 PM - Paraguay vs. France: CazéTV
  Friendlies 🇧🇷11:00 AM - Santos vs. União São João: YouTube (Santos FC)11:00 AM - Bahia vs. Montevideo City
  
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• Fiorentina fight for Inao Oulai, while Fenerbahce interested in Kean

  04-07-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fiorentina fight for Inao Oulai, while Fenerbahce interested in KeanFiorentina are in negotiations with Trabzonspor for Ivorian midfielder Christ Inao Oulai, also wanted by Brentford, while Fenerbahce have reportedly requested Moise Kean.The Viola are revamping their squad after a dismal season that saw them narrowly avoid relegation, and the arrival of new coach Fabio Grosso this summer.Inao Oulai attracting attentionARLINGTON, TEXAS – JUNE 30: Christ Inao Oulai #26 of Cote D’Ivoire
  
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• 😅 What’s this?! Player stops interview for... photo with Messi; watch

  04-07-2026 14:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😅 What’s this?! Player stops interview for... photo with Messi; watchCape Verde lost to Argentina in extra time and bowed out of the FIFA World Cup. The painful result, however, did not affect the admiration for... Lionel Messi.So much so that, after the match, Cape Verde defender Diney Burgos interrupted the Argentine star’s interview in the mixed zone to ask for a photo.A Messi fan, Burgos played all 120 minutes as a starter. He made two tackles. And he scored an own goal a
  
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• 😅 And this?! Player stops interview for... PHOTO with Messi; watch

  04-07-2026 14:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😅 And this?! Player stops interview for... PHOTO with Messi; watchCape Verde lost to Argentina in extra time and said goodbye to the FIFA World Cup. The painful result, however, did not affect the admiration for... Lionel Messi.So much so that, after the match, Cape Verdean defender Diney Burgos interrupted the Argentine star’s interview in the mixed zone to ask for a photo.A Messi fan, Burgos played all 120 minutes as a starter. He made two tackles. And he scored an own goal after
  
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• Roma-Greenwood: Next week could be decisive

  04-07-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma-Greenwood: Next week could be decisiveMason Greenwood remains Roma’s top target to bolster Gian Piero Gasperini’s attack. The Giallorossi continue to work quietly for the Marseille striker, and following the comments of new president Stéphane Richard, who confirmed the French club’s need to reduce costs through some sales, new updates on the Englishman have arrived. According to Alfredo Pedullà, Roma has no intention of abandoning the Greenwood deal. Negotiat
  
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• Henderson to remain with Rochdale beyond 42

  04-07-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ian Henderson counts Norwich City, Rotherham, Salford City, and Luton Town among his former clubs [Shutterstock]Forward Ian Henderson has signed a new deal to remain with Rochdale beyond his 42nd birthday.The veteran goalscorer, who will turn 42 in January, has played more than 500 times for the club across three spells, the first of which was on loan 13 years ago.Henderson was instrumental in helping return the club to League Two, scoring eight goals in 31 National League appearances last seaso
  
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• Sampdoria preparing contract offer for ex-Napoli and Italy star Insigne

  04-07-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sampdoria preparing contract offer for ex-Napoli and Italy star InsigneReports in Italy claim that Serie B outfit Sampdoria are eyeing a potential move for former Napoli icon Lorenzo Insigne on a free transfer following his recent experience in the Italian second division with Pescara.What next for Insigne after Pescara spell?Insigne returned to playing in Italy earlier this year following his three-year spell in MLS with Toronto FC, joining Pescara on a short-term deal until the end of the 2025
  
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• David Alaba reflects on Real Madrid departure: ‘Only wonderful memories’

  04-07-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  David Alaba reflects on Real Madrid departure: ‘Only wonderful memories’David Alaba was one of two Real Madrid veterans who left the Santiago Bernabeu at the end of last season, following the expiry of his contract.Alaba’s departure came against the backdrop of a disappointing spell at the Bernabeu, which was marred by injuries and a lack of game time. However, Alaba remains grateful to Real Madrid, as admitted by the player himself in the wake of Austria’s defeat to Spai
  
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• Van Dijk dream for Milan will not come true as Liverpool keep captain

  04-07-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Van Dijk dream for Milan will not come true as Liverpool keep captainReports in England assure that Liverpool have no intention of letting Virgil van Dijk go, despite rumours of potential Milan interest from new coach Ruben Amorim.The centre-back will turn 35 next week and his contract at Anfield is set to expire at the end of the season.This could in theory make him available for a cut-price fee, which intrigued Milan directors and coach Amorim.Van Dijk only a dream for MilanMILAN, ITALY &ndash
  
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• Real Madrid cult hero applauds Jose Mourinho return decision – “He has what it takes to put people in their place”

  04-07-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid cult hero applauds Jose Mourinho return decision – “He has what it takes to put people in their place”In the coming weeks, Jose Mourinho will take charge of his first pre-season since returning as Real Madrid head coach. The Portuguese made his triumphant return to the Bernabeu 13 years after his first spell in charge came to an end, and he hopes to be the one that turns things around after a dismal couple of years.The last major trophy won by Real Madrid was the 20
  
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• Former Barcelona star backs Lamine Yamal to become the best in the world: ‘He was about to last year’

  04-07-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Barcelona star backs Lamine Yamal to become the best in the world: ‘He was about to last year’Thiago Alcantara’s playing days might already be behind him, but he continues to be involved in the football circuit, and rather extensively.The talented Spanish midfielder took to coaching after hanging up his boots and spent last season as part of Hansi Flick’s coaching staff at Barça.Thiago left at the end of the season to build his own path, but his time with th
  
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• Roma rekindle contacts with Alajbegovic’s entourage

  04-07-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma rekindle contacts with Alajbegovic’s entourageIn just over a week, Roma will officially meet at Trigoria to kick off the new season. The training camp is scheduled for July 13th, when Gian Piero Gasperini will begin working with the group, including physical tests, initial tactical guidance, and preliminary assessments of the available squad.The Giallorossi coach arrives at the meeting with a fairly clear idea of ​​the team’s needs, especially in terms of transfers.
  
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• Oxlade-Chamberlain signs new one-year Celtic deal

  04-07-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former England midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has signed a new one-year contract with Celtic.The 32-year-old had joined the Glasgow club in February following six months out of football after Besiktas terminated his contract.He made a goalscoring debut with a last-minute winner against Livingston and went on to make 12 Celtic appearances.Seven of them were as a substitute, but Oxlade-Chamberlain played his part in their revival under then-interim manager Martin O'Neill.Celtic retained the ti
  
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• Real Madrid could be poised for €10 million windfall as Benfica target former player

  04-07-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid could be poised for €10 million windfall as Benfica target former playerReal Madrid have done a very good job of retaining ownership of youngsters they sell to other clubs, and it looks like they could be in line for another windfall.Los Blancos could be watching Sergio Arribas’ future with interest, as Benfica are keen on signing the former academy talent.According to Portuguese outlet A Bola (h/t AS), Benfica want to sign Arribas from UD Almeria, who are asking for aroun
  
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• Manchester United and Liverpool monitor El Aynaoui

  04-07-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United and Liverpool monitor El AynaouiNeil El Aynaoui is making a name for himself for Morocco during the World Cup in the United States. The performances of the midfielder, who arrived in Rome last summer, have attracted the attention of several international scouts, particularly from the Premier League. According to TEAMtalk, Manchester United and Liverpool have included the 2001-born player among their prospects for the upcoming transfer window. The two English clubs have reported
  
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• Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Antoine Semenyo heads home as Ghana fall to Colombia

  04-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City 2026 World Cup Watch: Antoine Semenyo heads home as Ghana fall to ColombiaAntoine Semenyo and Ghana’s FIFA World Cup campaign has come to an end in the last-32 of the competition at the hands of Colombia.Colombia marched confidently into the World Cup Round of 16 after delivering a dominant performance to eliminate Ghana in the heat of Kansas City.Despite an early setback when forward Jhon Córdoba was forced off with a groin strain just eight minutes in, Néstor Loren
  
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