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• Rodri's patience and Pep's prediction

  21-07-2026 12:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Returning from an ACL injury is a notoriously difficult task.Having suffered the injury in September 2024, mere months after Spain's Euros triumph, Rodri missed the rest of that season then featured sporadically last campaign.He made 33 appearances across all competitions for City but suffered a number of injury setbacks and, at times, looked a shadow of the player he was before the injury.Former City boss Pep Guardiola predicted in October last year that we would not see the best
  
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• Real Madrid submit verbal offer for top midfield target, deal could be closed in ‘hours’

  30-07-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid submit verbal offer for top midfield target, deal could be closed in ‘hours’Rodri may not have been Real Madrid’s top midfield target all along, but the Manchester City star is now the favourite to reinforce Jose Mourinho’s midfield department this summer.After a phase where Florentino Perez vehemently opposed the veteran’s signing, the club are now firmly in his pursuit and even the club president has given the green light and conceded that the signing
  
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• Barcelona still waiting out for top attacking target despite exploring other options

  30-07-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona still waiting out for top attacking target despite exploring other optionsSigning a number nine is undoubtedly Barcelona’s biggest priority this summer, as the club still look for a long-term replacement for Robert Lewandowski.Julian Alvarez has long been identified as the priority, though Atletico Madrid’s refusal to negotiate has left the operation stuck in limbo for months now.With the new season just around the corner, time is running out for Barcelona, especially knowi
  
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• What do Newport need ahead of League Two campaign?

  30-07-2026 08:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newport County are aiming to improve on their 20th-placed finish last season. [Huw Evans Picture Agency]The slog of pre-season may be nearing its end, but there is still plenty of work to do at Newport County.Following Tuesday's 4-0 defeat to Reading, interim boss Chris Todd says the club remain active behind the scenes as they look to strengthen the squad and leave their League Two relegation worries behind them."Everybody's striving for one thing, and that's trying to be up the table rather th
  
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• Man City want Geronimo Rulli to replace Leeds-bound James Trafford

  30-07-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City want Geronimo Rulli to replace Leeds-bound James TraffordManchester City are eyeing Geronimo Rulli to replace James Trafford, who is on his way out of the Etihad Stadium, according to transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano.The Cityzens need a new goalkeeper with Trafford poised to join Leeds United and have set their sights on the Marseille man.The French club is aware of the interest from the Premier League side, who are working to complete a deal in time for the new season.Rulli kept eight
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms sensational star now wants to join Liverpool

  30-07-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms sensational star now wants to join LiverpoolFabrizio Romano has confirmed that a sensational player wants to join Liverpool. At long last, Liverpool's transfer window finally appears to be showing signs of life. After weeks of speculation, false starts and very little tangible progress, there is at least some movement behind the scenes.It has been a frustrating summer for supporters, who expected a decisive rebuild but have instead watched the club drift while rivals str
  
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• Salah in talks with new club as Beskitas sporting director makes fresh statement

  30-07-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Salah in talks with new club as Beskitas sporting director makes fresh statementMohamed Salah Transfer Latest as Besiktas Pull Back From Free Agent TalksThere is something faintly absurd about the idea of Mohamed Salah being available to anyone who fancies a go. For nine years he set standards at Anfield that most forwards spend whole careers chasing. Now, as a free agent, he has become the biggest name drifting through this transfer window, and the noise around his future only grows louder.What
  
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• Mauricio Pochettino close to agreeing new deal as USA head coach

  30-07-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mauricio Pochettino close to agreeing new deal as USA head coachMauricio Pochettino looks likely to remain in charge of the United States men’s national team.According to The Athletic, the former Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, and Paris Saint-Germain manager is close to agreeing a new long-term contract with the US.Negotiations between both parties have made steady progress since the USA’s World Cup exit.There are still some fine details to be finalised, but there’s also growing c
  
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• Barcelona not in talks with any club over the sale of PSG-linked attacker – Romano

  30-07-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona not in talks with any club over the sale of PSG-linked attacker – RomanoAs we near the start of next season, there is much uncertainty surrounding the future of Ferran Torres.The Barcelona forward became an overnight star for Spain after scoring in the World Cup final and is also coming on the back of a stellar campaign at Camp Nou. Now, he has become a key target for PSG heading into the new season.Ferran’s contract at the club expires at the end of next season, which has
  
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• Arsenal owners involved in Real Madrid winger’s transfer saga, prepared to go ‘all in’

  30-07-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal owners involved in Real Madrid winger’s transfer saga, prepared to go ‘all in’The only major European giant maintaining tabs on Real Madrid’s contract negotiation dispute with Vinicius Jr. is Arsenal, and the London-based side dream of being the party that benefits from the conflict.What has become clear in recent days, however, is that both Real Madrid and Vinicius want to continue working together and that it is only the salary involved and the economic terms th
  
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• Journalist: Arsenal Set To Sign Defender Before Midfielder Deal

  30-07-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Arsenal Set To Sign Defender Before Midfielder DealArsenal Transfer News: Centre-Back Move Nears as William Saliba Injury Forces ActionArsenal’s summer planning appears to have acquired a sudden urgency. While much of the attention has settled on the possibility of Bruno Guimarães arriving from Newcastle United, a different deal now seems to be moving with greater speed, and with greater necessity. According to ESPN Brazil, Arsenal are close to bringing in a centre-back,
  
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• England denied automatic qualification for Euro 2028 after UEFA rule change

  30-07-2026 07:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England denied automatic qualification for Euro 2028 after UEFA rule changeEngland will not receive an automatic place at the 2028 European Championship, even though they’re one of four co-hosts for the tournament, according to talkSPORT.Euro 2028 will be hosted across England, Scotland, Wales, and the Republic of Ireland, with matches taking place in several major stadiums, including Wembley, Everton’s new Hill Dickinson Stadium, and Villa Park. England alone will stage 32 matc
  
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• One area of the pitch looks to be rock solid for Manchester City

  30-07-2026 07:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  One area of the pitch looks to be rock solid for Manchester CityPutting potential incomings and outgoings to one side, Manchester City do have a strong squad ahead of the 2026-27 season. Enzo Maresca has inherited a squad from Pep Guardiola that has now learned what it takes to win silverware. It is also packed with quality all over the pitch. One area of Enzo Maresca’s squad that looks particularly strong is the defence. There is the potential for Maresca to build a rock-solid defence tha
  
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• Liverpool get answer in deal for wantaway Ligue 1 forward

  30-07-2026 07:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool get answer in deal for wantaway Ligue 1 forwardLiverpool are pushing on with their plans to sign a new forward. Bradley Barcola is the latest name in the frame with Paris Saint-Germain asking for £145m. The France international is under contract until 2028 and has made it clear he will not sign a new deal.Accordingly PSG have been pushed towards doing a deal - although they are holding out for a blockbuster fee.Richard Hughes has got other irons in the fire however. Ever since mi
  
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• Fulham advancing talks for Real Madrid's Palacios

  30-07-2026 07:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Fulham are advancing talks to sign Real Madrid midfielder Cesar Palacios, with Alvaro Arbeloa also driving interest in striker Gonzalo Garcia.Palacios, 21, is a key target for Arbeloa, who worked with him in the academy after serving as a youth coach before taking interim charge of the Spanish giants last season.The move could be one of several involving players from the Bernabeu, with Garcia among the forwards being considered to replace Raul Jimenez following his return to Wolves
  
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• Real Madrid confident of signing Manchester City star Rodri for £43m

  30-07-2026 07:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid confident of signing Manchester City star Rodri for £43mReal Madrid are confident of signing Manchester City midfielder Rodri for a fee worth £43 million, according to Spanish outlet AS. Madrid are looking to upgrade their midfield options and have identified Rodri as an ideal option. The Spaniard is keen to join the La Liga giants, having refused to extend his contract at the Etihad Stadium. However, City are not prepared to part with their highly influent
  
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• Manchester City vs Inter (Pre-Season Friendly): Match Preview, Team News, Head to Head, How To Watch

  30-07-2026 07:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City vs Inter (Pre-Season Friendly): Match Preview, Team News, Head to Head, How To WatchA new era gets underway for Manchester City on Saturday afternoon as Enzo Maresca takes charge for the first time by opening his reign with a pre-season meeting against Serie A champions Inter.The Blues begin their pre-season tour of Asia in Hong Kong before continuing with fixtures against K-League All-Stars and Atlético Madrid as preparations for the 2026/27 campaign gather pace.With seve
  
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• Chelsea star Romeo Lavia suffers yet another injury setback in pre-season

  30-07-2026 07:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea star Romeo Lavia suffers yet another injury setback in pre-seasonChelsea midfielder Romeo Lavia has suffered another injury setback after missing the pre-season victory over Western Sydney Wanderers because of hamstring discomfort, according to talkSPORT.The Belgian was absent as Chelsea began their pre-season campaign with an entertaining 6-4 win in Sydney, with Xabi Alonso fielding several academy stars.The 22-year-old has struggled to stay fit since arriving from Southampton, with rec
  
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• Uefa to hold emergency meeting over Fifa World Cup plans

  30-07-2026 07:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin will lead an emergency meeting of all 55 member associations on Thursday [Getty Images]Uefa will hold an emergency meeting on Thursday afternoon to discuss its response to the controversial World Cup stakeholder plans proposed by Fifa and its president Gianni Infantino.European football's governing body kept up its offensive over the plans after it was discovered Fifa had sent a letter, seen by the BBC, to all 211 member associations giving them until 19 Septemb
  
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• A familiar name may return to Manchester City as their backup goalkeeper

  30-07-2026 07:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A familiar name may return to Manchester City as their backup goalkeeperWith James Trafford looking to be on the verge of completing a move from Manchester City to Leeds United, Enzo Maresca’s squad will be in need of a quality backup goalkeeper. Gianluigi Donnarumma will remain City’s first-choice keeper and ideally City would add an experienced keeper to be their reserve shot-stopper. It has now been reported that Olympique de Marseille keeper Gerónimo Rulli is the keeper th
  
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• Real Madrid break revenue record again with Santiago Bernabeu behind massive growth

  30-07-2026 07:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid break revenue record again with Santiago Bernabeu behind massive growthReal Madrid have once again set a new financial benchmark in world football, with the club confirming record revenues for the third straight year despite ending the 2025/26 season without a major trophy.The Spanish giants announced total revenue of €1.221 billion, becoming the first football club to officially surpass the €1.2bn mark. The figure represents a three percent increase from the previous
  
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• Live From Charlotte: MLS All-Star Verdict, Messi Drama & FIFA's Shocking Proposal

  30-07-2026 06:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The CooligansApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeLive from Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros broadcast immediately following the MLS All-Star Game. The hosts react to Major League Soccer securing back-to-back victories over the Liga MX All-Stars and discuss the electric fan atmosphere inside the venue. Between unexpected live broadcast interruptions from stadium staff and behind-the-scenes window adjustments, the guys break do
  
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• Busy night shakes up the top of the Brasileirão table, see standings

  30-07-2026 04:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Busy night shakes up the top of the Brasileirão table, see standingsPalmeiras extended their lead at the top of the Brasileirão this Wednesday (29).Verdão thrashed Vitória away from home and took advantage of Flamengo’s slip-up, as they drew with Inter at Beira-Rio.In the direct battle for a top-four spot, Fluminense and Bahia drew and held on to their positions.At the bottom of the table, Mirassol won, climbed out of the relegation zone, and pushed Grêmio
  
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• Palmeiras beat Vitória in red-card clash, watch the goals 🎥

  30-07-2026 04:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Palmeiras beat Vitória in red-card clash, watch the goals 🎥Palmeiras beat Vitória 3-0 this Wednesday (29) and extended their lead at the top of the Brazilian Championship.Maurício, Fabiano Souza (own goal), Jhon Arias, and Sosa scored in the match.The game at Barradão was marked by heavy complaints from the home side, who had two players sent off in the first half.Cacá was the first to receive a red card after fouling Jhon Arias.Then, Luan Cândido
  
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• Palmeiras beat Vitória in match marked by sendings-off

  30-07-2026 04:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Palmeiras beat Vitória in match marked by sendings-offPalmeiras beat Vitória 3-0 this Wednesday (29) and extended their lead at the top of the Brazilian Championship table.Maurício, Fabiano Souza (own goal), Jhon Arias and Sosa scored in the match.The game at Barradão was marked by heavy complaints from the home side, who had two players sent off in the first half.Cacá was the first to receive a red card after fouling Jhon Arias.Then, Luan Cândido made a
  
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• Palmeiras beat Vitória in a match marred by red cards

  30-07-2026 04:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Palmeiras beat Vitória in a match marred by red cardsPalmeiras beat Vitória 3-0 this Wednesday (29) and extended their lead at the top of the Brazilian Championship standings.Maurício, Fabiano Souza (own goal), Jhon Arias and Sosa scored in the match.The game at Barradão was marked by heavy complaints from the home side, who had two players sent off in the first half.Cacá was the first to receive a red card after fouling Jhon Arias.Then Luan Cândido made
  
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• MLS All-Star Game: Son Heung-Min leads 4-3 win over Liga MX's best

  30-07-2026 04:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  They might not have had Lionel Messi, but the MLS All-Stars had enough firepower to take down their rival league on Wednesday.Led by LAFC star Son Heung-Min, the squad defeated the Liga MX All-Stars to win the 2026 MLS All-Star Game, 4-3, in Charlotte. It is a repeat of their win over the same team last year, and their fourth win in five matchups since 2021.Liga MX struck first with a goal from Luis Rey in the ninth minute, but MLS responded with two straight goals from Son in the span of three
  
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• Controversy in the Brasileirão! Player sent off for robbery gesture 🟥

  30-07-2026 03:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Controversy in the Brasileirão! Player sent off for robbery gesture 🟥The match between Vitória and Palmeiras was full of arguments between the players and the refereeing team in the first half.Rubro-Negro had two players sent off within a matter of minutes.Cacá was the first to receive a red card after fouling Jhon Arias. Then, Luan Cândido made a stealing gesture to criticize the decision and was also sent off.In both situations, VAR had to intervene to call t
  
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• CBF consider holding a farewell match for Neymar

  30-07-2026 02:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CBF consider holding a farewell match for NeymarThe CBF is considering the possibility of holding a farewell match for Neymar with the Brazilian National Team.According to information published by newspaper O Globo this Wednesday (29), however, the idea is still in its early stages.The federation was contacted and acknowledged that it could organize a farewell match for the player, but pointed out that nothing is planned at the moment because he is still active.This Tuesday (28), Neymar said in
  
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• Inter and Flamengo draw in clash at Beira-Rio

  30-07-2026 02:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter and Flamengo draw in clash at Beira-RioInternacional and Flamengo drew 1-1 this Wednesday (29) in the 20th round of the Brasileirão.Vitinho opened the scoring for Colorado in the first half, and Samuel Lino equalized in the second.The result keeps both teams in the same positions they were in at the start of the match.But Inter missed the chance to pull away from the relegation zone, while Flamengo wasted the opportunity to move closer to the top of the table.
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