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• Saka is now pain free - Tuchel

  23-06-2026 13:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]England manager Thomas Tuchel has provided an update on winger Bukayo Saka's fitness before England's second match at the World Cup against Ghana. Saka has been dealing with an Achilles issue since March and has been following an individual training programme alongside joining full sessions with the rest of the squad. The 24-year-old came off the bench in England's 4-2 win over Croatia, assisting Marcus Rashford, in the Three Lions opening game of the World Cup. Tuchel said: "Bukay
  
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• Scotland fans bring World Cup party to Miami as thousands march to local baseball match

  23-06-2026 15:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thousands of Scottish football fans, the Tartan Army, paraded through Miami on Monday in a distinctive homage to the local Marlins baseball team. Starting in Little Havana, supporters donned kilts, Scotland jerseys, and cone hats, chanting about 'super' John McGinn and Steve Clarke. Their march from the Ball & Chain bar to LoanDepot Park was met with enthusiasm by Miami locals.With the arid Miami weather, some Scots opted for the signature “taps aff” look, with the scent of an ab
  
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• 🚨 Official: Gattuso is back in the dugout!

  23-06-2026 15:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: Gattuso is back in the dugout!After the World Cup failure, the comeback!It’s official: Gennaro Gattuso is returning to Serie A and Italy!The former Italy national team manager is the new head coach of Lazio, with the Rome-based club announcing the news this Tuesday afternoon!Gennaro Gattuso is bouncing back just a few months after the biggest failure of his coaching career: failing to qualify Italy for the World Cup, which is currently taking place.After Sion, Palermo,
  
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• Report Cesena will replace Cole with Diamanti as new coach

  23-06-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Cesena will replace Cole with Diamanti as new coachSerie B side Cesena have reportedly decided to part company with coach Ashley Cole after just eight games, choosing Alessandro Diamanti to replace him.The club had only appointed Cole on March 15 and he oversaw one win, three draws and four defeats in Serie B, the Italian equivalent of the Championship.It was the first head coach position for the 45-year-old, who had previously been an assistant manager for the England Under-21 side, Ever
  
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• 🚩Referee confirmed, Ismail Elfath for decisive Uruguay v Spain

  23-06-2026 15:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚩Referee confirmed, Ismail Elfath for decisive Uruguay v SpainFIFA has officially confirmed the refereeing appointment for the crucial clash between Uruguay and Spain, corresponding to the third matchday of the 2026 World Cup group stage. The man in charge of officiating will be American referee Ismail Elfath.At 44 years old, Elfath is preparing for his second World Cup after making his debut at Qatar 2022. The veteran referee boasts extensive international experience, having officiated
  
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• Meet 'Lumumba Vea,' the DR Congo fan who stands still during matches

  23-06-2026 15:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michel Nkuka Mboladinga isn't just your ordinary DR Congo fan who will be following his country's team during the 2026 World Cup. The man known as "Lumumba Vea" will be easy to spot during Tuesday's match against Colombia — just look for the motionless supporter on the pedestal.There's a reason why Mboladinga does what he does to support DR Congo."I stand motionless because I believe it gives the team emotional stamina," he told the Wall Street Journal. "Just as Lumumba sacrificed his life
  
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• Real Madrid rule out move for midfield star this summer

  23-06-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid rule out move for midfield star this summerReal Madrid are still expected to forge ahead with more transfer business this summer, despite having already made four signings. Los Blancos are believed to be looking for another centre-back and a central midfielder too, but one of their long-term targets looks unlikely to be making the move this summer.It is believed that Real Madrid want a midfielder that can add more control in the middle, and for the past three years, Manchester City a
  
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• Gill staying at West Brom as Strachan joins

  23-06-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Matt Gill arrived at Albion in March and helped the club pull clear of relegation trouble in the Championship last season [Getty Images]West Bromwich Albion have confirmed Matt Gill will be staying as assistant head coach to boss James Morrison and added Celtic first-team coach Gavin Strachan and former Middlesbrough defender Tony McMahon to the coaching staff.Gill joined up with the Baggies for the last 11 fixtures of 2025-26, as they went on to secure their Championship survival off the back o
  
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• De Bruyne on what he and Lukaku bring to Belgium’s troubled World Cup campaign

  23-06-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  De Bruyne on what he and Lukaku bring to Belgium’s troubled World Cup campaignKevin De Bruyne insists he and Romelu Lukaku can bring ‘experience’ to the Belgium squad at the 2026 World Cup, helping the players be ‘even more determined’ after two disappointing draws.Rudi Garcia’s Belgium kicked off their 2026 World Cup campaign with back-to-back draws against Iran and Egypt.De Bruyne comments on Belgium’s tough start to 2026 World Cup“We made some s
  
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• Orient sign former Brentford full-back Stevens

  23-06-2026 15:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fin Stevens spent a successful period on loan in League One at Oxford United in the 2023-24 season [Getty Images]Leyton Orient have signed full-back Fin Stevens from German club St Pauli for an undisclosed fee.The 23-year-old, who was born in Brighton but has two caps for Wales, has agreed a three-year deal with the O's.Stevens played just twice in the Bundesliga for St Pauli over the past two seasons, having joined in 2024 from Brentford, where he made 10 first-team appearances."This move means
  
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• Inter keen on signing Real Madrid midfielder without clear role under Jose Mourinho

  23-06-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter keen on signing Real Madrid midfielder without clear role under Jose MourinhoReal Madrid have made headlines so far this summer with their activity in the transfer market, with the arrivals of Denzel Dumfries, Bernardo Silva, Ibrahima Konate and Marc Cucurella set to breathe fresh life into the squad. However there has been relatively litte movement going the other way.The only confirmed departures thus far have been the exits on free transfers of Dani Carvajal, David Alaba and Dani Ceball
  
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• Who are the Ghana players England should look out for?

  23-06-2026 15:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Ghana had a troubled build-up to the World Cup after coach Otto Addo was dismissed following a string of poor results just 72 days before the start of the tournament. The experienced Carlos Queiroz was drafted in to take charge for his fifth successive World Cup following stints with Portugal and Iran. He will have been delighted with his team's start, a last-gasp victory over Panama raising hopes of a first appearance in the knockout stage since their famous run to the quarter-finals in 20
  
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• Madueke and Saka's 'unusual' relationship

  23-06-2026 15:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Noni Madueke was one of England's standout players in the 4-2 win over Croatia and won the penalty which Harry Kane scored to give the Three Lions the lead.Madueke's Arsenal team-mate Bukayo Saka had been expected to be England's starting right winger at the World Cup but the 24-year-old is dealing with an Achilles issue he has been carrying since March.Saka and Madueke find themselves in the unusual situation of competing for game time at both club and country.Saka, who made his 5
  
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• Real Madrid and Como to discuss future of Argentina star this Thursday

  23-06-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid and Como to discuss future of Argentina star this ThursdayArgentina star Nico Paz still has no clarity on his future beyond the World Cup, with current club Como battling to keep him. Los Blancos have a €9m buyback option on Paz this summer though, and were expected to use it.Originally, it was reported that Paz would be headed back to the Santiago Bernabéu to play an important role for Real Madrid. Yet the arrival of Jose Mourinho, for whom Paz is not a priority, has put
  
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• Two-time All-Ireland winner Clancy dies at 49

  23-06-2026 15:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Paul Clancy, a two-time All-Ireland winner with Galway, has passed away at the age of 49. Clancy won the All-Ireland in 1998 and 2001 with Galway, and he also won five Connacht titles with the Tribesmen. While Galway lost the 2000 All-Ireland to Kerry after a replay, Clancy's no-look pass to set up Declan Meehan is one of the most iconic goals in a final at Croke Park.He played his club football with Maigh Cuilinn and won the All-Ireland Intermediate Championship in 2008. After retiring, he beca
  
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• Report Torino in talks for Leicester City defender Nelson

  23-06-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Torino in talks for Leicester City defender NelsonTorino are in negotiations with Leicester City for central defender Ben Nelson, claims Sky Sport Italia, with a €7m asking price.The 22-year-old has played for England at various youth levels and been called up to the Under-21 squad, but without receiving a cap.Leicester talent Nelson targeted by TorinoDERBY, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 06: Ben Nelson of Leicester City during the Sky Bet Championship match between Derby County and Leices
  
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• Real Madrid President Florentino Perez takes first step towards selling part of club

  23-06-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid President Florentino Perez takes first step towards selling part of clubReal Madrid President Florentino Perez has promised a referendum on the club’s ownership model this summer, following his re-election as president earlier this month. Perez intends to turn the club’s members in shareholders, and sell off 5-10% of the club in order to ‘protect’ the members financial position.It is arguably the 79-year-old Perez’s most controversial policy, and it rema
  
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• Barcelona reach five-year contract agreement with Julian Alvarez; will not offer more than €120m to Atletico

  23-06-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona reach five-year contract agreement with Julian Alvarez; will not offer more than €120m to AtleticoBarcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez has taken a major step forward, with the Catalan club now reaching an agreement with the player’s camp over a long-term contract.The Argentine striker remains Barcelona’s priority target this summer and the club’s determination to secure his signature has only intensified following his recent public comments regarding his f
  
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• Jamie Carragher shares his thoughts on Liverpool’s pursuit of Yan Diomande

  23-06-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jamie Carragher shares his thoughts on Liverpool’s pursuit of Yan DiomandeCarragher Verdict on Diomande Highlights Liverpool’s Long Term VisionLiverpool have rarely been afraid of making significant investments when they believe a player can shape the future of the club. Yan Diomande increasingly looks like somebody who fits that description.The RB Leipzig winger continues to generate excitement across Europe and Liverpool’s determination to secure his signature suggests they s
  
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• What are Clarke's big calls for Brazil? And who would you pick?

  23-06-2026 14:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [PA Media]Scotland meet Brazil on Wednesday in what could be the most significant match in the history of the men's national side.A draw would be enough to reach the knockout stages of a major finals for the first time, and even a narrow loss could be enough to progress from Group C.As a result, it is the biggest game of Steve Clarke's seven-year stint as head coach. So what are the key decisions he has to make? And what would you do?Should Gannon-Doak start?Bournemouth winger Ben Gannon-Doak ha
  
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• Report: Liverpool star wanted by European giants

  23-06-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool star wanted by European giantsCurtis Jones Transfer Interest Grows as Liverpool Hold Firm on ValuationLiverpool midfielder Curtis Jones has become the subject of growing interest from Italy, with SportsBoom reporting that Juventus have joined Inter Milan in the race for the academy graduate. What initially appeared to be a straightforward pursuit from Inter is now developing into a potential transfer battle between Serie A’s biggest rivals.For Liverpool, the situation is
  
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• Balogun aims to leave Monaco amid Serie A interest as price tag set

  23-06-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Balogun aims to leave Monaco amid Serie A interest as price tag setThe Athletic reports that Serie A clubs are among the suitors for Folarin Balogun, who is keen to leave Monaco, with his price tag set at €50m.USMNT star Balogun is expected to leave his club Monaco this summer.Balogun transfer: latest updates amid Serie A interestThe Athletic reports that the 24-year-old favours a transfer after the World Cup and that the French club is seeking a fee in the region of €50m.According to
  
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• Man Utd acquire crucial land

  23-06-2026 14:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Manchester United have taken a significant step towards a new 100,000-capacity stadium by buying the majority of the land needed to build it close to their current home at Old Trafford.There had been few signs of any movement since minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe unveiled his grand vision in London in March 2025.However, talks around land acquisition have been going on behind the scenes.According to sources, United have now acquired a triangle of roads (located between Wharfside Way, Europ
  
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• Official: Gattuso is the new coach of Lazio

  23-06-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Gattuso is the new coach of LazioLazio have formally announced that their new coach is former Italy CT Gennaro Gattuso, several weeks after he was first spotted at their training ground.The 48-year-old had been seen entering the Formello camp in Rome on June 3, where he discussed transfer strategy with the club directors and President Claudio Lotito.The deal was seemingly agreed as far back as May 25.However, the formal announcement was only made this afternoon.Gattuso begins again at
  
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• Tonali in Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur bidding war, Newcastle want €100m

  23-06-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tonali in Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur bidding war, Newcastle want €100mItaly international and Newcastle United star Sandro Tonali is at the centre of a bidding war worth €100m between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur, claim reports.There had been suggestions last week that the Magpies rejected an opening offer from Spurs for Tonali that was worth £75m (circa €87m) or even as much as €92m, but Sky Sports UK say they are ready to come in with a new and improved proposal.B
  
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• Real Madrid learn the staggering price they will have to pay for Chelsea superstar

  23-06-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid learn the staggering price they will have to pay for Chelsea superstarReal Madrid’s pursuit of Enzo Fernandez has taken another significant turn, as the Spanish giants are now aware of the figure required to convince Chelsea to part ways with one of their most valuable players.After an aggressive start to the summer transfer window, Los Blancos have shifted their focus towards squad management, prioritising departures before making another major move in the market. However
  
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• World Cup 2026 tiebreakers: How can teams advance to the next round?

  23-06-2026 14:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup has entered a phase demanding complex calculations to determine which teams advance. This year's expanded 48-team tournament has fundamentally altered the competition's format and how group stage tiebreakers operate.A significant change is the introduction of an extra knockout round, the Round of 32, a departure from the previous direct progression to the Round of 16. Moreover, the new structure offers lifelines, allowing teams to advance even if they miss out on the top two spots
  
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• From Germany: Roma interested in Denis Undav

  23-06-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From Germany: Roma interested in Denis UndavIn recent weeks, Germany discovered a new hero: Denis Undav. The striker has become the undisputed star of Nagelsmann’s national team, scoring three goals in his first two matches, including a brace that helped them come from behind to win against the Ivory Coast. His name had already been on the radar of Europe’s top clubs before the tournament began.According to German newspaper Bild, several clubs had approached Stuttgart with inquiries
  
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• FIFA Complaint Threat Deepens Atlético-Barcelona Row Over Julián Álvarez

  23-06-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA Complaint Threat Deepens Atlético-Barcelona Row Over Julián ÁlvarezAtlético Madrid have formally accused Barcelona of making an improper approach for Julián Álvarez (26) and are threatening to file a complaint with FIFA’s sporting justice bodies, according to Cadena Cope, with Los Colchoneros claiming that Barcelona held negotiations with the Argentine forward without Atlético’s knowledge or consent. The accusation centres on the
  
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• Does Manchester City already possess the winger they need?

  23-06-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Does Manchester City already possess the winger they need?Ryan McAidoo has established himself as a player to watch for the future during his time at Manchester City. McAidoo made his first two appearances for the City first team last season in Manchester City’s FA Cup third and fourth round ties against Exeter City and Salford. The young winger also scored his first goal against Exeter City as City beat the League One side 10-1 as McAidoo’s late goal capped off a superb display from
  
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