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• Santos line up inter-season opponents in Portugal

  08-06-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Santos line up inter-season opponents in PortugalTaking advantage of the long break in the national calendar for the World Cup, Santos has finalized its schedule of matches in Europe.The information comes from ge.The team will hold a mid-season training camp in Portugal, based in the city of Guimarães, located about 30 minutes from Porto, which makes flight logistics easier for the delegation.The trip is viewed very positively by coach Cuca, who intends to use the period to maintain match
  
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• Timber to miss World Cup

  08-06-2026 21:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber will miss the World Cup with a groin injury, with Sunderland's Lutsharel Geertruida called up as his replacement.Timber, 24, came on shortly after the hour mark in Arsenal's Champions League final defeat to Paris St-Germain.But before the final, Timber had missed weeks of action, last featuring on 14 March in the win over Everton.In a statement on X, the Dutch national side said: "Jurrien Timber misses the 2026 World Cup."The 24-year-old defender has
  
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• Swansea set to sign Celtic defender Welsh

  08-06-2026 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stephen Welsh spent most of the 2025-26 season on loan with Motherwell, making 31 appearances. [Getty Images]Celtic defender Stephen Welsh is poised to become Swansea City's first signing of the summer.Welsh, 26, came through the youth ranks at Celtic and has made 70 appearances for the Glasgow giants.He spent the majority of the 2025-26 season on loan at Motherwell, making 31 appearances for Celtic's Scottish Premiership rivals.In the previous campaign he had a loan stint at Belgian side Mechel
  
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• Arsenal Have Set Their Sights On This Nottingham Forest Talent: What Will He Bring To The Emirates?

  08-06-2026 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Have Set Their Sights On This Nottingham Forest Talent: What Will He Bring To The Emirates?In a recent report, The Sun revealed that Arsenal have set their sights on Nottingham Forest talent Morgan Gibbs-White this summer. It has been claimed that the Gunners would have to compete with Paris Saint-Germain in pursuit of the English playmaker this off-season.Gibbs-White’s Impressive Form In English FootballGibbs-White managed to prove his worth for Nottingham in the Premier League la
  
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• The new Ibou Konate: Liverpool start talks for sensational replacement

  08-06-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The new Ibou Konate: Liverpool start talks for sensational replacementIbrahima Konate will officially leave Liverpool with the end of his contract on June 30th. It ends a five-year stay at the club and a successful one - the Frenchman has been an elite centre-back for the Reds.Losing him for free is a massive blow, in other words. Liverpool don't receive a transfer fee whatsoever and must find an adequate way to replace the star.Now, it's possible that they postpone the replacement until next ye
  
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• Red, white and hell yeah: How the American Outlaws became the heartbeat of U.S. Soccer

  08-06-2026 21:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Elvis Presley lives, and right now he's talking to Wonder Woman and a bald eagle in a gravel parking lot in North Carolina. All around Elvis, hundreds of American soccer fans of all ages, demographics and blood alcohol levels are snacking on hot dogs. Over near one fence, a drum circle is warming up, rat-a-tat-tats filling the sunny afternoon air. Red, white and blue is everywhere, from innumerable Christian Pulisic and Weston McKenniejerseys, to dyed beards and wigs, to
  
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• France v Northern Ireland: Olise fires French in front before break - watch & follow text

  08-06-2026 21:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France 0-0 Northern Ireland (20:10 BST)Final home match in charge of France for Didier DeschampsLast match for the French before the World CupPatrick Kelly inches away from giving Northern Ireland the lead France v Northern Ireland: Olise fires French in front before break- watch & follow text
  
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• Barcelona send representative to Como to secure Fabregas as Flick’s long-term successor

  08-06-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona send representative to Como to secure Fabregas as Flick’s long-term successorCesc Fabregas has emerged as Barcelona’s primary target to succeed Hansi Flick, with the Catalan club having already sent an emissary to Como in an attempt to secure a pre-agreement with the coach from 2028.According to Spanish outlet AS, via IlNapolista, the report, which draws on information from Catalunya Ràdio’s Barça Reservat podcast, claims that Fabregas has the full backi
  
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• Netherlands' Timber out of World Cup with injury

  08-06-2026 21:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jurrien Timber has been capped 23 times by the Netherlands [Getty Images]Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber has been ruled out of the Netherlands' World Cup campaign with a groin injury and replaced by Lutsharel Geertruida.Timber had been out since the middle of March with a groin problem but featured in the second half of the Champions League final in Budapest on 30 May.The 24-year-old came on as 66th-minute substitute against Paris St-Germain - his first appearance since a 2-0 win over Everton on
  
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• Jose Mourinho gives green light for Real Madrid to sign two defenders

  08-06-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho gives green light for Real Madrid to sign two defendersReal Madrid’s summer is set to move at speed after the re-election of President Florentino Perez on Sunday night. The confirmation of his mandate means that he can now begin taking decisions, although in several cases that means executing decisions already taken.Perez had announced Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate and Denzel Dumfries as his first two signings of the summer, and promised a €150m bid for a Galactico
  
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• Back after decades: these countries celebrate World Cup returns

  08-06-2026 21:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Back after decades: these countries celebrate World Cup returnsDepending on the perspective from which you look at the tournament, the World Cup has a very different character for the various nations. And not just in terms of sporting ambitions. While the World Cup is basically like a reunion held every four years for the top nations, there are countries that have waited decades to finally show themselves again on football’s biggest stage. Here are the seven nations with the best World Cup
  
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• Liverpool Midfielder Is On The Radar Of Real Madrid: Can Iraola Afford To Lose Him?

  08-06-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Midfielder Is On The Radar Of Real Madrid: Can Iraola Afford To Lose Him?In a recent report, Fichajes claimed that Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch is on the radar of Real Madrid this off-season. It has been mentioned that Los Blancos are eyeing a move to sign the Dutch midfielder from the Reds in this summer transfer window.Gravenberch’s Inconsistent Season In The Premier LeagueThe 24-year-old had an up-and-down season at the Merseyside club but managed to put in a run of i
  
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• Inter demand over €40 million to sell Yann Bisseck and why Bayern Munich move is possible

  08-06-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter demand over €40 million to sell Yann Bisseck and why Bayern Munich move is possibleNewly crowned Serie A champions Inter can now consider Yann Bisseck’s sale, if the right approach is made. The defender had a pretty good 2025/26 campaign but this isn’t enough for him to stay.La Gazzetta dello Sportreport that Cristian Chivu highly values the German and ideally, he won’t want to lose him. But this won’t be enough. Inter would execute a sale if suitors offer
  
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• “Very incredible” financial offer from PSG almost tempted Bayern Munich star in 2024

  08-06-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “Very incredible” financial offer from PSG almost tempted Bayern Munich star in 2024PSG have come close to signing plenty of mega-stars over the years, but it’s rare to hear them speak openly about what happened behind the scenes.If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content.Luis Enrique has had such huge success in his time at PSG that it’s easy to forget how recently h
  
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• Randal Kolo Muani now pushing for Juventus transfer and why decision can help his career

  08-06-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Randal Kolo Muani now pushing for Juventus transfer and why decision can help his careerSerie A side Juventus were quite keen on signing Randal Kolo Muani in the last two transfer windows but there is a growing possibility of them finally bringing him back this summer.In 2025, Tottenham signed him on a dry loan deal. Things didn’t go well, as the Frenchman couldn’t make a mark in the Premier League, even if his impact was seen in the last few games and it was vital in helping the clu
  
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• Allegri to Napoli: Agreement in place but Milan contract remains the final hurdle

  08-06-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Allegri to Napoli: Agreement in place but Milan contract remains the final hurdleMassimiliano Allegri is closing in on the Napoli job, but the long-awaited official announcement continues to be delayed by one remaining obstacle, reaching a settlement agreement with Milan over his existing contract.Aurelio De Laurentiis identified Allegri as his ideal candidate to succeed Antonio Conte some time ago, and a multi-year agreement between the coach and Napoli has already been agreed in principle.Howe
  
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• Richard Hughes puts four names on his centre-back shortlist

  08-06-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes puts four names on his centre-back shortlistLiverpool are in the midst of a centre-back shakeup.Ibrahima Konate will be leaving when his contract officially expires on June 30. And with Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez only under contract for another year beyond that there is a glaring need to add experience and quality.Richard Hughes has taken steps to overhaul the centre of defence over the past few transfer windows. Giovanni Leoni, Mor Talla Ndiaye, Ifeanyi Ndukwe and Jeremy Jacqu
  
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• Leeds United Consider Best Fee For Hull City’s 15-Goal Striker: Should They Go After Him?

  08-06-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Consider Best Fee For Hull City’s 15-Goal Striker: Should They Go After Him?Leeds United are ready to sell Joe Gelhardt this summer, as per Leeds press, with the 24-year-old holding just one year left on his Elland Road contract and no real future under Daniel Farke. The Whites are set to hold talks with Gelhardt over his future in the coming months, yet they have deliberately placed a hold on any immediate deal with Hull City, despite the Tigers’ strong interest in sign
  
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• Feyenoord eye Ligue 2 top scorer Tawfik Bentayeb

  08-06-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Feyenoord eye Ligue 2 top scorer Tawfik BentayebFeyenoord are reportedly targeting US Touarga’s Tawfik Bentayeb (24) ahead of the summer transfer window, according to journalist Sacha Tavolieri.In search of attacking reinforcements, the Dutch club are said to have already made contact with the Moroccan’s representatives. Further talks are even set to take place in the coming hours.On loan at ESTAC Troyes during the 2025-26 season, the striker enjoyed a standout campaign, even finishi
  
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• 😱 Not in World Cup form yet! Superstar with just 4 touches in friendly

  08-06-2026 21:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱 Not in World Cup form yet! Superstar with just 4 touches in friendlyFor the first time since 1998, the Norwegian national team will be taking part in a World Cup this summer.Norway are currently spectacularly well stocked in attack, played an outstanding qualifying campaign, and are therefore seen in North America as something of a dark horse.The team’s undisputed superstar is, of course, Erling Haaland. The world-class Manchester City striker is expected to fire the Scandinavian
  
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• ‘We’ve moved on’ – Wiegman expects England to show togetherness after Spain defeat

  08-06-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘We’ve moved on’ – Wiegman expects England to show togetherness after Spain defeatEngland head coach Sarina Wiegman is expecting her side to bring energy and togetherness when they face Ukraine at the Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool on Tuesday night.The Lionesses complete their initial FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 qualifying campaign with a fixture against the lowest-ranked side in their group.England were defeated 4-0 by Spain on Matchday 5, a result whic
  
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• Van Dijk opens up on fitness, recovery and life at the top

  08-06-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Van Dijk opens up on fitness, recovery and life at the topVirgil van Dijk credits discipline for extraordinary longevity at LiverpoolFor elite footballers, longevity is often spoken about as a gift. For Virgil van Dijk, it is something far less mysterious. The Liverpool captain believes years of consistency at the highest level have been built on a foundation of discipline, sacrifice and relentless attention to detail.Speaking in Liverpool FC’s official eMagazine WALK ON, van Dijk reflecte
  
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• Arsenal star’s injury ends World Cup before it begins

  08-06-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal star’s injury ends World Cup before it beginsJust a few days before the World Cup is due to get under way, Jurrien Timber has been withdrawn from the Netherlands squad due to the groin injury that disrupted the latter stages of his season.Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty ImagesKNVBsaid in a statement on Monday, “Jurriën Timber misses the 2026 World Cup.“The 24-year-old defender has not recovered sufficiently from a groin injury to take part in the World Cup in a medica
  
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• AC Milan demand between €40 and €50 million to let Mike Maignan leave

  08-06-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  AC Milan demand between €40 and €50 million to let Mike Maignan leaveAC Milan are reportedly willing to part ways with Mike Maignan (30) if an offer of between €40 and €50 million is received,according to information from La Gazzetta dello Sport.Despite being under contract with the Rossoneri until 2031, the Frenchman is not certain to remain at the club next season. The sacking of Massimiliano Allegri and his staff, as well as the Milan side’s disappointing fifth-place
  
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• 👍🏼 Brazil smiles, good news arrives with Neymar

  08-06-2026 20:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👍🏼 Brazil smiles, good news arrives with NeymarThe Brazilian Federation has confirmed that Neymar’s tests show good progress in his treatment.
  Optimism is growing in Brazil ahead of their World Cup opener against Morocco regarding Neymar. The MRI he underwent shows good progress in his treatment.Although the news is encouraging, no return date has been set yet, and he will continue with his recovery plan as originally scheduled.Ancelotti had already said they would wait for
  
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• 👀 Who goes through? What to expect from World Cup Groups K and L

  08-06-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👀 Who goes through? What to expect from World Cup Groups K and LThe 2026 World Cup starts this week!More precisely, next Thursday (11), when Mexico host South Africa at the iconic Azteca Stadium, at 4pm (Brasília time).That’s why OneFootball brings you below what to expect from the tournament’s final two groups (K and L), highlighting the teams involved, the match schedule and the key talking points.Group A and B PreviewGroup C and D PreviewGroup E and F PreviewGroup G
  
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• 🎥 Will anyone ever match him? Fifa hails Pelé, sole 3️⃣-time World Cup winner

  08-06-2026 20:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Will anyone ever match him? Fifa hails Pelé, sole 3️⃣-time World Cup winnerThere are only three days left until the start of the 2026 World Cup.And FIFA paid tribute to him, King Pelé, since the eternal No. 10 is the only player ever to have won three editions of the tournament. Do you think any player will be able to match the King's record? Share your opinion!At just 17 years old, Pelé was one of coach Vicente Feola’s picks for the 1958 Wo
  
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• Manchester United confident of signing Elliot Anderson ahead of Manchester City

  08-06-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United confident of signing Elliot Anderson ahead of Manchester CityManchester United remain confident they can beat Manchester City in the race to sign Elliot Anderson. City are regarded as favourites to secure a deal for the 23-year-old, who reportedly is leaning towards a move to the Etihad Stadium. They formalised their interest with an opening £80 million bid, but Nottingham Forest rejected their offer. The Tricky Trees want around £100m for Anderson, w
  
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• Manchester United confident of landing Elliot Anderson ahead of Manchester City

  08-06-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United confident of landing Elliot Anderson ahead of Manchester CityManchester United remain confident they can beat Manchester City in the race to sign Elliot Anderson. City are regarded as favourites to secure a deal for the 23-year-old, who reportedly is leaning towards a move to the Etihad Stadium. The Citizens formalised their interest with an opening £80 million bid, but Nottingham Forest turned down their offer. The Tricky Trees are holding out for a fee ar
  
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• Everton Eye West Ham United Reliable Star: Should The Toffees Make A Move?

  08-06-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Eye West Ham United Reliable Star: Should The Toffees Make A Move?Everton are firmly in the frame to sign West Ham United right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka this summer, with ExWHUEmployee reporting that the Toffees are the most advanced side in the race for his signature. The Telegraph first reported Everton’s interest back in May, noting that the Hammers need to raise around £150 million in player sales following their relegation from the Premier League. West Ham are underst
  
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