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• Santos must decide future of three players returning from loan

  15-06-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Santos must decide future of three players returning from loanSantos need to decide the future of three players whose loan contracts expire on June 30. According to Diário do Peixe, goalkeeper João Paulo and forwards Gustavo Caballero and Billal Brahimi are in different situations and are waiting for the next steps from the Santos board.Here is the situation of each player:João Paulo (Goalkeeper)He is the only one with a real chance of being reintegrated into the team. The p
  
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• 🚨 Tunisia sack their manager in the middle of the World Cup!

  15-06-2026 19:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Tunisia sack their manager in the middle of the World Cup!Thunderclap at the World Cup!Shockwaves at the World Cup! Just a few hours after the heavy 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their opening World Cup match, the Tunisian Football Federation decided to relieve Sabri Lamouchi of his duties!Appointed head of the Tunisian national team after a failed AFCON campaign under Sami Trabelsi, the former French international was unable to get the Eagles of Carthage back on track.Tunisia had already en
  
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• 🚨 Official: Pierre Sage leaves RC Lens!

  15-06-2026 19:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: Pierre Sage leaves RC Lens!Ligue 1 is losing one of its leading figures.It’s over between Pierre and RC Lens!The club officially announced this Monday the departure of its head coach, Pierre Sage. The French manager has signed for Crystal Palace.Just one year after arriving at RC Lens, Sage could not resist the call of the Premier League.He leaves Lens after a historic 2025-2026 season, marked by a second-place finish behind PSG in Ligue 1 and, above all, the club&rsquo
  
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• Swat team and armed officers deployed during police incident near England World Cup venue

  15-06-2026 19:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A Swat team and a large number of armed police have responded to an incident just more than a mile from where England begin their World Cup campaign.Dozens of Arlington Police vehicles were stationed on West Division Street in the Texas city on Monday. Police snipers, an armoured BearCat vehicle and police drones were used at the scene, with a huge number of officers sent to the area.An officer at the scene described the alleged incident as “pretty serious”, with a weapon brandished
  
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• Lewis Steele: Liverpool to ‘push hard’ to wrap up deal for forward

  15-06-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lewis Steele: Liverpool to ‘push hard’ to wrap up deal for forwardLiverpool Ready to Push for Yan Diomande as Transfer Race IntensifiesLiverpool’s search for attacking reinforcements continues to dominate discussions ahead of the new season, and on Media Matters for Anfield Index, Lewis Steele offered a revealing assessment of where things stand regarding RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande.Speaking with Dave Davis, Steele repeatedly highlighted Diomande as Liverpool’s leadin
  
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• Dybala close to Roma renewal as Celik convinced to stay and El Shaarawy waves goodbye

  15-06-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dybala close to Roma renewal as Celik convinced to stay and El Shaarawy waves goodbyeRoma’s new sporting director Tony D’Amico faces an immediate set of contract decisions as the June 30 deadline approaches, with positive progress on the most pressing cases but one confirmed departure to manage.Paulo Dybala’s renewal is the priority, and according to Tuttomercatoweb, the situation is close to being resolved.The Argentine’s entourage held direct talks with the Friedkin fam
  
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• Big shock day? Vozinha makes history, stops Spain 😱

  15-06-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Big shock day? Vozinha makes history, stops Spain 😱With Vozinha SHUTTING DOWN THE GOAL, Cape Verde is holding off Spain in its historic FIFA World Cup debut.Spain vs. Cape Verde is underway, with the score at 0-0. And Vozinha has already made at least four huge saves.
  Because of that, Cape Verde’s goalkeeper is being compared to Neuer.And several Brazilian fans are calling for Vozinha to be signed.So, will the 40-year-old keeper be able to hold off La Furia in the second half? Chec
  
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• This Spain stalwart played 30 minutes... without touching the ball!

  15-06-2026 18:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  This Spain stalwart played 30 minutes... without touching the ball!The hero of the Euro 2024 final is having a difficult start to the World Cup.Anonymous in the first half of Spain–Cape Verde (Group H), Mikel Oyarzabal picked up an unfortunate record: he became the first recorded player since 1966 to play the opening 30 minutes of a World Cup match without touching the ball once.This statistic, noted by Opta, also highlights La Roja’s collective struggles in the first half. The
  
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• 🤯 Cape Verde have La Furia in check: Spain star goes missing

  15-06-2026 18:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤯 Cape Verde have La Furia in check: Spain star goes missingEuropean champions Spain are having an extremely tough time in their opening World Cup match against Cape Verde. In the first half, the World Cup underdog has completely kept one of the biggest favorites for the title under control. Aside from Ferran Torres hitting the woodwork, La Furia Roja have not created much of a goal threat so far. An Opta statistic shows just how well the African island nation is defending against S
  
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• Manchester City 2026/27 squad audit: Transfer latest on every player

  15-06-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City 2026/27 squad audit: Transfer latest on every playerWith the 2026 summer transfer window right around the corner, City Xtraprovides a comprehensive overview of the very latest on all of Enzo Maresca’s Manchester City players.The departure of Pep Guardiola has ushered in a significant period of transition at the Etihad Stadium, leaving City at a fascinating tactical and structural crossroads throughout the ongoing off-season.While the 2025/26 campaign culminated in a domesti
  
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• Juventus finalise Boga stay as Carnevali completes first deal

  15-06-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus finalise Boga stay as Carnevali completes first dealJuventus have exercised their purchase option for Jeremie Boga, making the Ivorian winger’s move from Nice permanent in what represents new CEO Giovanni Carnevali’s first piece of business since taking charge at the Continassa.The deal, confirmed by Gianluca Di Marzio, via CalcioMercato, sees Juventus trigger the €4.8 million option included in the January loan agreement, a remarkably modest fee for a player who contri
  
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• Empty seat at World Cup for imprisoned French sports journalist

  15-06-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  French sports journalists held up scarves in support of Christophe Gleizes on Monday before the start of France boss Didier Deschamps' news conference [Getty Images]A seat is being left empty in the press box at every France game at the World Cup to highlight the case of a French sports journalist who is in prison in Algeria.Christophe Gleizes was sentenced in 2025 for seven years for supporting terrorism.French journalists' unions have called on Algeria to release Gleizes, who specialises in Af
  
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• 15 drones have already been seized by the FBI after entering no-fly zones around one World Cup venue

  15-06-2026 18:32 via yahoo.com
  At least 15 drones have already been seized for flying around near Atlanta’s stadium for the World Cup, FBI officials announced. The bureau has banned all drones around the stadium due to potential threats, and has said there are no exceptions for photographers or hobbyists, per Dronelife. People caught flying drones in restricted areas could face fines up to $100,000 and even potential federal charges. “Unsafe and improper use of a drone or other UAS poses a physical hazard to other
  
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• Report: Everton in advanced talks to re-sign former defender

  15-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Everton in advanced talks to re-sign former defenderEverton Close In on John Stones Return as Merseyside Reunion NearsEverton are attempting to reconnect with a significant chapter of their modern history. According to Sports Boom, the club are in advanced talks to bring John Stones back to the club, almost a decade after his departure to Manchester City.Photo IMAGOIf completed, it would represent more than a nostalgic reunion. It would be a calculated move centred on experience, leaders
  
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• Didier Deschamps on Kylian Mbappé’s press conference absence: “My aim is to protect my players.”

  15-06-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Didier Deschamps on Kylian Mbappé’s press conference absence: “My aim is to protect my players.”It was N’Golo Kanté, rather than team captain Kylian Mbappé, who appeared before the media at France’s pre-match press conferences before their World Cup opener against Senegal.The midfielder notably explained that Les Bleus’ goal was to return to the final, but warned that there would be several obstacles in their way, with high tempe
  
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• Harding completes permanent move to Plymouth Argyle

  15-06-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wes Harding played 140 games for Rotherham United before joining Millwall in 2023. [Shutterstock]Plymouth Argyle have signed defender Wes Harding on a permanent deal.The 29-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan at Argyle from Millwall, making 15 appearances. He was released by the Championship side at the end of the season and has agreed a two-year deal after moving on a free transfer.Harding, who has also had spells at Birmingham City and Rotherham United, will also be Argyle's
  
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• Federico Chiesa keen on Liverpool stay and impressing under Andoni Iraola

  15-06-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Federico Chiesa keen on Liverpool stay and impressing under Andoni IraolaSerie A clubs have been linked with a move for Federico Chiesa for many months now. The winger has now made up his mind about his situation at Liverpool.The winger’s time at Anfield has been rather problematic for his career. Arne Slot never showed a willingness to use him and his exit has now had an impact on the Italian’s decision.Mirko Di Natale has reported that despite Juventus being interested in bringing
  
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• Juventus to exercise purchase option for Nice’s Jérémie Boga

  15-06-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus to exercise purchase option for Nice’s Jérémie BogaJuventus are set to activate the purchase option originally included in the loan deal for OGC Nice’s Jérémie Boga (29), according to Fabrizio Romano.Having arrived in Turin last February, after asking to leave the Côte d’Azur following abuse from Nice supporters, the Ivory Coast international, who has 24 caps (one goal), will therefore sign a permanent deal with the Vecchia Signora, wh
  
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• Arsenal move to steal world-class midfielder from under Liverpool noses

  15-06-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal move to steal world-class midfielder from under Liverpool nosesArsenal have made the first major move to steal a midfielder from right under the noses of Liverpool.Liverpool are in the market for a midfielder this summer. We can't imagine whoever they go for comes particularly cheap, though, and it'll likely be a fairly big-money arrival.The real question is around the age of the player. Do Liverpool want a development project? Or are they chasing a finished article who can slot right in
  
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• Report – How Jose Mourinho played an integral role in Real Madrid’s capture of Chelsea ace

  15-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report – How Jose Mourinho played an integral role in Real Madrid’s capture of Chelsea aceReal Madrid have secured their first official signing of the summer in the form of Marc Cucurella.The Chelsea defender joins on a long-term contract, with Real Madrid expected to pay around €55 million, with €5 million worth of add-ons involved in the deal.Cucurella’s deal was made official earlier in the day, just ahead of Spain’s opening World Cup match against Cabo Verde
  
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• Lamine Yamal Declared Fit for Spain’s World Cup Opener

  15-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamine Yamal Declared Fit for Spain’s World Cup OpenerLamine Yamal (17) has been declared fit for Spain’s World Cup opener against Cape Verde on June 15 in Atlanta, with Fabrizio Romano confirming the Barcelona winger is available for selection. The news resolves the central fitness uncertainty hanging over Luis de la Fuente’s squad since April, and gives Spain a significantly different set of attacking options than seemed likely just weeks ago.Lamine Yamal confirmed fit for Wo
  
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• Gvardiol agrees new Man City deal until 2031

  15-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Josko Gvardiol won Manchester City's Player of the Season award in 2024-25 [Getty Images]Defender Josko Gvardiol has agreed a new contract at Manchester City until the summer of 2031, sources have told BBC Sport.The 24-year-old's current deal was set to expire in 2028 but the player is now set to remain at Etihad Stadium, ending speculation about a move to La Liga giants Real Madrid and Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich.BBC Sport reported last week that City were feeling positive in conversatio
  
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• Lewis Steele confirms Liverpool are keen on ‘talented’ midfielder but face major Arsenal battle

  15-06-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lewis Steele confirms Liverpool are keen on ‘talented’ midfielder but face major Arsenal battleLiverpool and Arsenal Track Ayyoub Bouaddi Amid World Cup RiseLiverpool’s transfer window may be quiet, but on Media Matters for Anfield Index, Dave Davis and Lewis Steele made one thing clear, Ayyoub Bouaddi is now a name worth watching.Davis introduced the 18-year-old Lille midfielder after his display in Morocco’s 1-1 draw with Brazil, saying Bouaddi had been “brilliant
  
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• Benfica’s Portuguese rising star Gonçalo Oliveira set to join Rennes

  15-06-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Benfica’s Portuguese rising star Gonçalo Oliveira set to join RennesSL Benfica’s Gonçalo Oliveira (19) is reportedly set to join Stade Rennais, according to Ouest-France.The Portuguese left-sided centre-back is said to have reached an agreement with Les Rouge et Noir, who are believed to have struck a €2.5 million deal with the Lisbon club for the transfer of the 19-year-old. A buy-back clause is also said to have been included in the deal.Regarded as one of Portug
  
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• When are the Premier League fixtures for 2026-27 season announced? Date, time, details for schedule release

  15-06-2026 17:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Okay, you can start to plan out every weekend from August to May very soon, as the fixtures for the Premier League 2026-27 season will be released. MORE — Premier League results, highlights from every game during 2025-26 seasonThat all important schedule is coming, as teams will already be excited about who they will be playing and when during the upcoming season. Below is everything you need to know about the Premier League fixtures release for the 2026-27 season. When does the 2026-27 Pr
  
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• Sporting director Rioch leaves Wigan

  15-06-2026 17:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gregor Rioch had spells with Hull City, Macclesfield and Shrewsbury during his playing career [Shutterstock]Wigan Athletic sporting director Gregor Rioch has left after four years in the role.The 50-year-old had been with the Latics since being appointed as the club's academy manager in December 2013.He told the club website: "While my role at the club is coming to an end, my connection to Wigan Athletic never will."I leave as an employee, but I remain a supporter. Wigan Athletic will always hol
  
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• Real Madrid star Mbappe sets new personal challenge ahead of World Cup

  15-06-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star Mbappe sets new personal challenge ahead of World CupKylian Mbappe has been one of the biggest names to join Real Madrid in the last few years. The Frenchman has brought his indelible attacking skills to the Merengue team, which is clear from his 86 goals and 12 assists in 103 appearances so far.However, despite these excellent numbers, the French superstar has still received quite a lot of criticism in his first two seasons at the white club. One major source of this criticism
  
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• Done deal: Barcelona target agrees to renew contract with Manchester City until 2031

  15-06-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Done deal: Barcelona target agrees to renew contract with Manchester City until 2031In a major development, Fabrizio Romano reports that Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol, a target for FC Barcelona, has agreed to sign a new contract at the Etihad Stadium.The Croatian international will pen a new contract with the Cityzens until the summer of 2031, with a move to Spain no longer on the table.Gvardiol was in demandComing into the summer, Gvardiol was a man in demand, with Barcelona as well a
  
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• York City re-sign striker Akinyemi

  15-06-2026 17:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dipo Akinyemi had scored three goals in 17 appearances for Derry City in the 2026 season [Getty Images]York City have re-signed Derry City striker Dipo Akinyemi.The 29-year-old scored 19 goals in 65 league appearances for the Minstermen between 2023 and 2025.He joined Derry last July and scored six goals in 24 League of Ireland appearances for the Candystripes.York have not disclosed the length of deal Akinyemi has signed nor if they have paid a fee for him.All done deals in June 2026Listen to Y
  
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• From Belgium to the World Cup: Japan’s success made in Sint Truiden

  15-06-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From Belgium to the World Cup: Japan’s success made in Sint TruidenJapan earned themselves a deserving point in their opening match of the World Cup against the Netherlands. The Asian side are fancied to have a historic tournament given the amount of talent on the pitch. Their goal scorers during the opening match paint an interesting picture of the relationship between Japanese football and one European club in particular: Sint Truiden. With their Japanese owners, Sint Truiden have been i
  
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