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• Scotland conclude World Cup preparations with dominant win over Bolivia

  07-06-2026 10:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scotland will make their long-awaited return to the World Cup in confident mood following a convincing 4-0 friendly win over Bolivia in New Jersey.In a far from packed Sports Illustrated stadium in hot and humid conditions, Lawrence Shankland struck with a fine header in the fifth minute, then set up midfielder Scott McTominay for a well-worked second in the 20th minute before Che Adams added two more before the break.Unsurprisingly, boss Steve Clarke made numerous second-half substitutions but
  
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• Mourinho keeping close watch on Barcelona target for his Real Madrid project; could cost €50 million

  08-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho keeping close watch on Barcelona target for his Real Madrid project; could cost €50 millionJose Mourinho may not have officially started work at Real Madrid yet, but reports suggest the Portuguese coach is already assessing areas of the squad he wants to improve.In that regard, according to journalist Ruben Canizares, Mourinho is keeping a close watch on Chelsea full-back Marc Cucurella, whose future in London is becoming increasingly uncertain ahead of the summer transfer window.T
  
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• Jill Scott begins epic 388-mile charity challenge for Sport Relief

  08-06-2026 12:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jill Scott, the celebrated former Lioness footballer, has embarked on an ambitious five-day, 388-mile cycling and marathon challenge for Sport Relief. The journey began at London's iconic Wembley Stadium, where she famously secured the 2022 Euros victory with the Lionesses, and will culminate at Sunderland's Stadium of Light in the North East.Kicking off on Monday morning, Scott's initial leg involves a 112-mile bike ride to Villa Park. Day two sees a 99-mile cycle to Everton's Hill Dickinson St
  
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• Could Selling Gakpo Secure Salah’s Replacement?

  08-06-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Could Selling Gakpo Secure Salah’s Replacement?Is It Time for Liverpool to Cash In on Cody Gakpo?The arrival of Andoni Iraola as Liverpool’s new head coach will bring excitement, intensity, and perhaps most importantly, a fresh evaluation of every player within the squad.One player whose future may suddenly become uncertain is Cody Gakpo.The Dutch international possesses undeniable quality. His technical ability is excellent, his finishing can be clinical, and he remains a respected
  
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• Which former De Zerbi players could Spurs target? - Have your say

  08-06-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]Brighton are expecting Tottenham to return with another bid for defender Jan Paul van Hecke after rejecting their initial offer.Van Hecke, who is part of the Netherlands' World Cup squad, has a year left on his contract and new Spurs boss Roberto de Zerbi is keen to be reunited with the 25-year-old after working with him at Brighton.The Brighton defender would be one of De Zerbi's first signings - after signing former Liverpool defender Andy Robertson - if this deal materialis
  
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• Report: Liverpool midfielder exit delayed as another bid falls short

  08-06-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool midfielder exit delayed as another bid falls shortCurtis Jones to Inter Milan? Serie A Giants Eye Liverpool MidfielderItalian football has developed a habit of finding value where Premier League clubs sometimes see squad players. It is a trend that has delivered rewards for several Serie A sides, and now Inter Milan appear keen to follow a path that has already worked brilliantly for Napoli.According to reporting from Gazzetta dello Sport, Inter believe Curtis Jones could becom
  
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• Henia-Kamau makes international debut for Kenya

  08-06-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sammy Henia-Kamau moved to Hull City from Swansea City in 2025 [Getty Images]Young Hull City forward Sammy Henia-Kamau has made his international debut for Kenya.The 20-year-old from Jersey came on as a substitute in the 4-0 win over Lesotho on Sunday.Henia-Kamau, who began his career at Jersey Bulls before moving to Swansea City in 2023 and joined Hull two years later, played the final quarter of the game in Pretoria.He has yet to play a senior game in English professional football.Latest Hull
  
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• Dovbyk draws interest in Italy and abroad

  08-06-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dovbyk draws interest in Italy and abroadRoma will shake up their attack in the coming months. They’ll be leaving the capital Zaragoza, with Venturino, El Shaarawy, and Ferguson leaving—four players who, for various reasons, contributed little to Gian Piero Gasperini’s team last season. Additionally, several positions are up in the air, including Artem Dovbyk. The Ukrainian center-forward has had a difficult season: first overtaken in the pecking order by Ferguson, then hampere
  
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• 'I want to win trophies for the team' - new signing Yohanna

  08-06-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Brighton's first signing of the summer Zadok Yohanna says he will "give everything" for the team and wants to win trophies with the club.The Seagulls have agreed a £21.5m deal with AIK Stockholm to bring the 18-year-old winger to the Amex when the transfer window opens on 15 June.The Nigerian forward said he is "really happy because I know where I came from and I want to make my family proud".Yohanna told Brighton's official website: "I will give everything I have for the tea
  
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• Barcelona captain returns to Catalonia for medical assessment after muscle problem

  08-06-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona captain returns to Catalonia for medical assessment after muscle problemBarcelona defender Ronald Araujo’s World Cup preparations have taken an unusual twist after the Uruguayan returned to Catalonia for specialist treatment days ahead of the opening match of the World Cup.Araujo was expected to miss Uruguay’s tournament opener against Saudi Arabia due to a minor muscle strain and illness.Now, according to Mundo Deportivo, the defender flew from Montevideo to Barcelona on S
  
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• Jose Mourinho wants Real Madrid to bring back academy gem immediately – report

  08-06-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho wants Real Madrid to bring back academy gem immediately – reportEven before officially taking charge, Jose Mourinho is already looking forward to what he wants his new Real Madrid team to look like.In that regard, according to Sky Sports journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Mourinho is determined to bring Nico Paz back to the Santiago Bernabeu and has made his position clear to the club’s hierarchy. The Portuguese coach sees the 21-year-old as an important piece of his proj
  
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• Italy World Cup winner insists the Azzurri have ‘lost their identity’

  08-06-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy World Cup winner insists the Azzurri have ‘lost their identity’Italy World Cup winner Alessandro Nesta insists the Azzurri have lost their identity as we ‘started copying others’ and clubs ‘lost interest in young players.’Nesta examined the state of Italian football from New York, where he met fans alongside other Calcio legends, such as Christian Vieri.Nesta: Italy have lost their identityThe Azzurri have failed to qualify for the World Cup for the
  
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• Miller predicts Shankland-Adams combo against Haiti

  08-06-2026 12:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lawrence Shankland and Che Adams provided three of the goals against Bolivia [PA Media]It would be a big surprise if Lawrence Shankland and Che Adams did not start up front together in Scotland's opening group game at the World Cup, according to former international striker Kenny Miller.Hearts striker Shankland scored one and provided an assist before Torino's Adams scored a double in Saturday's 4-0 friendly win over Bolivia as head coach Steve Clarke adopted a 4-4-2 formation again after the 4-
  
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• Up to six Premier League clubs make enquiries for highly rated Barcelona winger

  08-06-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Up to six Premier League clubs make enquiries for highly rated Barcelona wingerBarcelona knew there would be interest in Roony Bardghji, but what they may not have expected was the sheer number of clubs already positioning themselves to sign him.According to SPORT, the Swedish winger has become one of the most sought-after young players on the market, with clubs from England, Spain, Italy and elsewhere in Europe all monitoring his situation ahead of a likely summer departure.The expectation with
  
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• MODRIĆ AND ESTUPIÑAN SCORE, BARTESAGHI PLAYS THE FULL 90

  08-06-2026 12:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MODRIĆ AND ESTUPIÑAN SCORE, BARTESAGHI PLAYS THE FULL 90Luka Modrić scores to help Croatia win. At the Stadion Anđelko Herjavec in Varaždin, the Croatians defeated Slovenia 2-1 in a friendly as they continue their build-up to their World Cup opener against England on 17 June. Luka opened the scoring with a strike from the edge of the box, before Sporar levelled the match in the 83rd minute. The winner came in the 93rd minute from Pasalic.Elsewhere, Ecuador enjoyed a co
  
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• Inter changes loom after 2025-26 domestic double

  08-06-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter changes loom after 2025-26 domestic doubleInter Milan is heading to the biggest game in Europe, and many fans wonder what makes them so ready. The answer is not luck. It is a plan that the coaches and players follow every single day. Reviewers who study soccer as closely as people study the best gambling sites casinos know that every detail matters. In the same way that a smart bettor looks for value, Inter looks for space.Their pattern of play brings the money coming into focus because th
  
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• Why does Christian Eriksen have a pacemaker? Denmark midfielder’s health explained after he collapses on pitch again

  08-06-2026 12:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Christian Eriksen endured another terrifying health episode on Sunday afternoon as he collapsed on the pitch while playing for Denmark in an international friendly against Ukraine.Eriksen clutched his chest and fell to the ground in the 65th minute before medical personnel rushed to the midfielder’s aid.He briefly lost consciousness but after being treated, he was able to walk himself off the pitch in Odense before being taken to hospital. The match was subsequently abandoned.The 34-year-o
  
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• World Cup call likely to delay Ederson's Man Utd arrival

  08-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Ederson's call up to Brazil's World Cup squad is likely to mean a tweak to Manchester United's plans to confirm the midfielder's arrival from Serie A outfit Atalanta.The 26-year-old was due to have his medical at the beginning of next month before his £35m switch to United was announced just before the start of pre-season training.However, Ederson's call-up as replacement for defender Wesley on Sunday means he will now be spending the next few weeks in the United States.Brazi
  
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• Real Madrid new signing has already put pen to paper on a 2030 contract; official announcement expected soon

  08-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid new signing has already put pen to paper on a 2030 contract; official announcement expected soonAccording to journalist Fabrice Hawkins, Ibrahima Konate has reached a full agreement with Real Madrid and is set to become a new player for the Spanish giants after the World Cup. The journalist mentions that the deal is finalised, with all terms agreed between the defender and the club ahead of an official announcement.Notably, Konate has agreed a contract running until 2030 and wil
  
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• PFA confirm four Manchester City nominations for Players’ Player and Young Player of the Year awards

  08-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PFA confirm four Manchester City nominations for Players’ Player and Young Player of the Year awardsManchester City have secured four individual nominations across the PFA’s primary senior and youth categories for 2026.French sensation Rayan Cherki has secured a dual nomination, contesting both the main senior crown and the youth-focused honour after a stellar debut campaign in English football.Academy graduate Nico O’Reilly sees his explosive first-team integration formally re
  
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• All is well in the squad: Luis de la Fuente and Pino back Gavi

  08-06-2026 11:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  All is well in the squad: Luis de la Fuente and Pino back GaviThe Spain national team dressing room has rallied around Gavi after the tense clash the young midfielder had with Rodri during one of the training sessions in the United States. Both national team coach Luis de la Fuente and his teammate Yeremy Pino publicly came to his defense at the press conference ahead of the friendly against Peru.The La Rioja-born coach played down the incident completely, framing it as part of the usual intensi
  
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• Real Madrid hero poised to join Jose Mourinho coaching staff

  08-06-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid hero poised to join Jose Mourinho coaching staffFlorentino Perez was re-elected as Real Madrid president on Sunday, meaning that Jose Mourinho can now be confirmed as the club’s new manager. The Portuguese has had an agreement in place to return for the last couple of weeks, but it was conditioned on Perez winning the election, which he did with 65% of the total vote.Mourinho has been making preparations in anticipation of Perez defeating Enrique Riquelme, but now that it&rsquo
  
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• Liverpool prepared to sacrifice star to land top target

  08-06-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool prepared to sacrifice star to land top targetLiverpool Transfer News: Cody Gakpo Future Adds Intrigue to Yan Diomande ChaseGakpo uncertainty creates major Liverpool decisionLiverpool’s summer already had the air of a turning point. Now, according to information from TEAMtalk, Cody Gakpo’s future has become another thread in an increasingly complex Anfield rebuild.The Dutch forward is reportedly concerned about his role under incoming head coach Andoni Iraola, with TEAMtalk
  
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• Glasner waits for Milan as Alaba transfer links intensify

  08-06-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Glasner waits for Milan as Alaba transfer links intensifyAccording to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Oliver Glasner has made Milan his preferred destination and is awaiting a fresh approach from the Rossoneri, while David Alaba’s chances of moving to San Siro will increase if the ex-Crystal Palace boss is appointed along with Ralf Rangnick.Milan are rebuilding their club’s structure after sacking their coach and prominent directors at the end of the 2025-26 campaign.Milan revolution: lates
  
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• Welcome to your new Lincoln City page

  08-06-2026 11:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]You may notice a different layout and feel to your Lincoln City club page.It is one of the perks of promotion to the Championship and becoming a second-tier team for the first time in 65 years.On this page, BBC Sport will serve up a bespoke club service, complete with the latest news and analysis on everything Imps.If you are on the app, don't miss a beat by tapping the bell icon and signing up for news notifications.And if you are on a browser, tap 'Follow' at the top to ensure th
  
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• 💔 Worst international debut ever?! BVB talent goes full Italy

  08-06-2026 11:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💔 Worst international debut ever?! BVB talent goes full ItalyWe all know the state of the Italian national team – at the latest when we remind ourselves once again that they will have nothing to do with the upcoming World Cup, the biggest tournament in world football, after failing to qualify yet again.Instead, the Squadra Azzurra can now experiment calmly and without any real competitive pressure, while building a young new generation of players that will hopefully perform better
  
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• ✅ Signed, Konaté joins Real Madrid until 2030, announced tomorrow

  08-06-2026 11:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ✅ Signed, Konaté joins Real Madrid until 2030, announced tomorrowReal Madrid has finalized a strategic agreement to strengthen its defensive line for the coming seasons. The club has secured the signing of center-back Ibrahima Konaté, who will be tied to the Madrid side on a long-term deal until 2030.Everything has been fully agreed between the two parties. The defender, known for his great physical power and experience at the top level of European football, will formally joi
  
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• Report: Man United defenders’ future in doubt as Carrick rings changes

  08-06-2026 11:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Man United defenders’ future in doubt as Carrick rings changesHarry Maguire’s Manchester United Future Raises Questions Despite New DealManchester United supporters might have assumed Harry Maguire’s future was settled when the defender signed a contract extension until 2027 in April. Yet football rarely follows a straightforward script, and fresh reports suggest the experienced centre back could still be available for transfer should the right offer arrive.Photo IMAGOA
  
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• Juventus push to sign Sorloth before World Cup begins

  08-06-2026 11:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus push to sign Sorloth before World Cup beginsLa Gazzetta dello Sport confirms that Juventus have reached an agreement with Alexander Sorloth, and the Bianconeri are now pushing to finalise a deal with Atletico Madrid before the World Cup begins.Juventus have an agreement with Norway international Sorloth, as reported by both Tuttosport and Gazzetta.Sorloth to Juventus: latest updatesThe experienced centre-forward has agreed to sign a €4m-a-year contract until 2029 with an optio
  
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• 🚨 France star has joined Real Madrid! (reports)

  08-06-2026 11:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 France star has joined Real Madrid! (reports)It’s all wrapped up!This time, it’s done! Touted as a campaign promise for his re-election, Florentino Pérez has finalized the signing of Ibrahima Konaté.According to RMC Sport, the France international defender has signed a contract with the Spanish giants until 2030.L'Équipe even adds that the official announcement of the former Reds player’s arrival could come within the next 24 hours.The 27-year-old
  
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