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• Sevilla’s new faces are already training: Juan Iglesias and Guridi

  04-07-2026 13:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sevilla’s new faces are already training: Juan Iglesias and GuridiSevilla are beginning their return to training, and there are two important updates.The new signings have already appeared on the club’s social media, sparking excitement among Sevilla fans.The first is Jon Guridi, who arrived on a free transfer from Alavés to strengthen the midfield.Meanwhile, Juan Iglesias joined on a free transfer from Getafe after a very good season.In addition, Sevilla’s new training
  
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• 📸 Paraguay goalkeeper blasts Mbappé's attitude 🤯

  05-07-2026 10:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Paraguay goalkeeper blasts Mbappé's attitude 🤯Some will say it’s karma.On the night from Saturday to Sunday, France secured their place in the World Cup quarter-finals after an extremely tense match against Paraguay.Faced with a Paraguayan approach and fouls that were constantly flirting with the red line, as was the refereeing of Mr. Tantashev, Les Bleus still managed to come through by keeping their frustration in check.But one brief moment drew a lot of attentio
  
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• Mexico return luxury watches gifted by YouTuber

  05-07-2026 09:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stephen Deleonardis met the Mexico players on Monday [Getty Images]Mexico have been forced to return luxury watches gifted to them by content creator Stevewilldoit.The American YouTuber, whose real name is Stephen Deleonardis, says he spent $1m (£747,000) on Rolex watches for every Mexico player and member of staff.The World Cup co-hosts play England at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium on Sunday evening local time (01:00 BST, Monday).Deleonardis presented them to the squad when he met them on
  
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• Is Brazil vs Norway on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup fixture

  05-07-2026 09:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Carlo Ancelotti and Brazil face their sternest test yet at World Cup 2026 when meeting Norway in New Jersey on Sunday evening.Having flattered to deceive before Gabriel Martinelli’s added time winner against Japan on Monday, the pressure is on for the Selecao to hit a higher level if they are to continue their pursuit of a sixth title.The mood in Norway’s camp could hardly be different, however. Having secured a first ever knockout win versus Ivory Coast, the primary objective has be
  
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• Real Madrid World Cup Spotlight: Mbappe on target as France beat Paraguay, Brahim shines for Morocco

  05-07-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid World Cup Spotlight: Mbappe on target as France beat Paraguay, Brahim shines for MoroccoReal Madrid players continued to have a great World Cup as the Round-of-16 games kicked off in some style.The first game of the night saw Morocco take on Canada, and the co-hosts came out of the blocks like a team on a mission.Jesse Marsch’s side looked intense and purposeful against the AFCON champions and produced the much better performance on the night.However, Morocco showed what top te
  
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• Besiktas advance €3.5 million contract offer to Pellegrini

  05-07-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Besiktas advance €3.5 million contract offer to PellegriniLorenzo Pellegrini is waiting to sign a contract renewal with Roma. An agreement with the Giallorossi club will need to be reached in the coming days, as the player is currently a free agent and is expected to arrive at Trigoria on July 13th for a training camp ahead of next season. The Giallorossi number 7 is an important player for Gasperini, who has requested his continued tenure, despite the expected arrival of two starters behin
  
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• Barcelona World Cup Spotlight: Kounde solid and steady as France beat Paraguay

  05-07-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona World Cup Spotlight: Kounde solid and steady as France beat ParaguayThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is slowly entering the stages where every result feels like an event on its own.The Round-of-16 games kicked off last night as teams now look to book their place in the quarter-finals of the tournament.Morocco took on co-hosts Canada in the first game of the night, and the African nation managed to get a 3-0 win over their opposition.It was a game in which the scoreline was very flattering towar
  
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• The real issue behind Paraguay’s shameless skulduggery in ill-tempered defeat to France

  05-07-2026 09:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Far below Philadelphia’s City Hall, boarding the subways on their return from the Lincoln Financial Field, were fans with names on their shirts. Those of Leroy Sane, Jamal Musiala and Joshua Kimmich, the players they hoped to see on 4 July. They had bought their tickets in the hope of a different match. France did not get the game they wanted, either, and not merely because a World Cup win over Germany would have been something to savour. One with Paraguay was more one to endure than enjoy
  
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• ‘This game makes me feel so alive’: Thomas Tuchel is England’s figure of serenity in Mexico cauldron

  05-07-2026 09:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  No matter the line of questioning or unorthodox phraseology in use, Thomas Tuchel treats every conversation the same way. Asked about the altitude in Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium, the German openly admitted he himself had a “headache” on Saturday morning. Asked whether the rumours that the England team would use viagra to combat altitude sickness were accurate, he laughed and stated: “That is not true.” Asked about 1986 and Maradona’s “Hand of God”
  
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• England can survive complication and mayhem in Mexico with one vital change

  05-07-2026 09:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  By the time he finally gets to the Azteca dressing room on Sunday, surrounded by that sense of history, Thomas Tuchel might have to come up with something different for the present moment. Because, over the course of this entertainingly chaotic World Cup, there’s been a message he’s often felt he’s had to repeat to the players.That is basically that, if they are just “the best version of ourselves”, they’ll be fine.He notes: “We don’t need anything
  
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• Gasperini approves of Garnacho signing

  05-07-2026 09:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini approves of Garnacho signingRoma isn’t just looking at Mason Greenwood to strengthen their attack. Gian Piero Gasperini has laid out the path: they need at least two starters behind Malen, the only player capable of scoring double figures last season. They also need to add players who know how to damage opposing defenses and have a good eye for goal. Among the wingers being monitored is Alejandro Garnacho. \The 2004-born player has qualities the Giallorossi coach appreciates: spe
  
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• 🥐☕️ FC breakfast: Mbappé >>> CR7, Vozinha... too 🤔

  05-07-2026 09:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐☕️ FC breakfast: Mbappé >>> CR7, Vozinha... too 🤔Mbappé >>> CR7By scoring France’s decisive goal against Paraguay on Saturday night, Kylian Mbappé netted the 11th knockout-stage World Cup goal of his career.That is... the same number as Cristiano Ronaldo in his entire World Cup career, including group-stage matches. While having played in three fewer editions than the Portuguese star. Okay.Vozinha >>> CR7Honestly
  
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• Pinamonti linked with Roma as potential Malen back-up

  05-07-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pinamonti linked with Roma as potential Malen back-upRoma’s attacking certainty is Donyell Malen. To improve their attack ahead of next season, the Giallorossi are seeking suitors for Dovbyk (watch out for Genoa) and Vaz (on loan). Inevitably, the focus will then be on a center forward who will allow the Dutch striker to rest and have a ready alternative in case of poor performances in front of goal. Aside from Greenwood, Roma is exploring several players who could be a good fit, especiall
  
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• Andoni Iraola hands €100m Liverpool star an undeserved lifeline

  05-07-2026 09:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola hands €100m Liverpool star an undeserved lifelineAndoni Iraola hasn't been Liverpool's head coach for all that long but, during his short time in charge, he's already made some changes and some promises that he needs to keep. Everyone knows that the Reds' first team squad need a bit of a revamp after they only managed to finish fifth in the Premier League at the end of the 2025-26 season.Several members of Liverpool's squad failed to meet expectations last term which means tha
  
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• Midfielder confirms why he had to leave Liverpool as deal announced

  05-07-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Midfielder confirms why he had to leave Liverpool as deal announcedLiverpool have taken the decision to sell Luca Stephenson to Bolton Wanderers. The 22-year-old’s long-awaited move was announced earlier this week - with reports putting the deal around the £700k mark.That seems a remarkably low fee for a player of Stephenson’s calibre - who has spent two seasons out on loan in Scotland impressing at Dundee United.Bolton complete £700k deal for Luca StephensonThe versatile
  
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• Dayot Upamecano shuts down Michael Olise to Real Madrid rumours: ‘He’s staying’

  05-07-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dayot Upamecano shuts down Michael Olise to Real Madrid rumours: ‘He’s staying’Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano has emphatically shut down the intense speculation surrounding Michael Olise’s future, delivering a defiant message to the assembled media regarding Real Madrid’s aggressive pursuit of his teammate. The defender’s comments came in the mixed zone following France’s gritty 1-0 victory over Paraguay in the World Cup Round of 16, where he dir
  
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• Ancelotti confirms Raphinha will return for Brazil vs Norway: ‘Not quite at 100%, but he’s available’

  05-07-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ancelotti confirms Raphinha will return for Brazil vs Norway: ‘Not quite at 100%, but he’s available’Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Barcelona winger Raphinha will be available for tonigh’s World Cup Round-of-16 clash against Norway after recovering from a muscle injury, although he is not yet ready to start.The experienced winger has returned to full training and could make his comeback from the bench if needed.Not 100% but available if neededSpeakin
  
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• 🥐Oyarzabal and Barça, Klopp and Germany... the day's 5️⃣ stories

  05-07-2026 09:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐Oyarzabal and Barça, Klopp and Germany... the day's 5️⃣ storiesIt’s not all about the World Cup—there have also been other news stories worth highlighting.Oyarzabal is not leaving San SebastiánIn a recent interview, the Real Sociedad captain admitted that he has no intention of leaving the club of his life, despite rumors linking him with Barcelona.Klopp, Germany is callingFollowing Nagelsmann’s departure, Germany is looking for a new nationa
  
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• Gavi backs Julian Alvarez move to Barcelona: ‘I’d love him to be with us’

  05-07-2026 09:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gavi backs Julian Alvarez move to Barcelona: ‘I’d love him to be with us’Barcelona midfielder Gavi has admitted he would love to see Julian Alvarez join the club, adding his voice to the growing speculation surrounding the Argentine striker’s future.Speaking in an interview with Mundo Deportivo, the Spain international made it clear that he would welcome the Atletico Madrid forward to the Spotify Camp Nou if the transfer were to become a reality.Gavi would love to see Alv
  
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• Man City reach £10M agreement to sign Leicester City forward – Sell-on clause and potential bonuses revealed

  05-07-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City reach £10M agreement to sign Leicester City forward – Sell-on clause and potential bonuses revealedMan City have reached agreement with Leicester City to sign Jeremy Monga for £10MThe deal also includes £2.5M in potential contingencies and a sell-on clause for LeicesterThe 16-year-old had been the subject of long talks with Arsenal before City hijacked the moveManchester City have reached a formal agreement with Leicester City to sign winger Jeremy Monga for a &p
  
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• Report: Liverpool could battle Newcastle United once again in race for midfielder

  05-07-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool could battle Newcastle United once again in race for midfielderLamine Camara to Liverpool could be summer move that finally fixes midfield balanceLiverpool have been linked with plenty this summer, but some names feel more relevant than others. Lamine Camara falls into that bracket. According to Chronicle Live, relaying reporting around Newcastle’s position, the Magpies are now “out of the race” for the Senegal midfielder, with Liverpool and Brighton both note
  
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• Mourinho wants Real Madrid to sign a new striker with a key trait – report

  05-07-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho wants Real Madrid to sign a new striker with a key trait – reportKylian Mbappe is Real Madrid’s best centre-forward option, but the club have always maintained that they prefer keeping a specialist finisher for games that get complicated.After all, Mbappe is a winger converted to a striker, and Los Blancos see the need for an out-and-out finisher who can poach balls in front of goal.Gonzalo Garcia and Endrick, on that front, have been the club’s two most likely options
  
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• Nelson Semedo wary of Lamine Yamal’s quality ahead of Spain vs Portugal: ‘He’s a gem and could prove decisive’

  05-07-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nelson Semedo wary of Lamine Yamal’s quality ahead of Spain vs Portugal: ‘He’s a gem and could prove decisive’Portugal defender Nélson Semedo believes his side must be careful not to focus exclusively on Lamine Yamal when they face Spain in the World Cup Round of 16.The heavyweight encounter is set to take place on Monday, pitting two of the pre-tournament favourites and all eyes will be on Lamine after his brilliant performance against Austria in the Round of 32.A
  
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• Roma to meet again with Pellegrini as renewal talks ramp up

  05-07-2026 08:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma to meet again with Pellegrini as renewal talks ramp upLorenzo Pellegrini is still waiting to sign his contract renewal. An agreement with Roma will need to be reached in the next few hours, as the player is currently a free agent and is expected in Trigoria on July 13th for a training camp ahead of next season. The Giallorossi’s number 7 is an important player for Gasperini, who has requested his contract remain. The Roman midfielder’s agent has had an initial meeting with D&rsq
  
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• Liverpool interested in £43m-rated Khephren Thuram

  05-07-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool interested in £43m-rated Khephren ThuramLiverpool are interested in Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram, according to Tuttomercatoweb.The Reds’ midfield was a major area of concern last season, with Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch both falling short of their usual standards.Liverpool are now considering a move for Thuram. They face competition from Manchester United, Sunderland, Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United for the Frenchman’s signature.Galatasaray
  
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• Newcastle slap huge price tag on Arsenal target Bruno Guimaraes

  05-07-2026 08:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle slap huge price tag on Arsenal target Bruno GuimaraesNewcastle United reportedly want a £77 million fee to sell Bruno Guimaraes, who is attracting strong interest from Arsenal. The Gunners are looking to bolster their options in central midfield, and have identified Guimaraes as an ideal option. Newcastle recently rejected a verbal offer worth less than £60m from Arsenal, insisting Guimaraes is not for sale this summer. They have already lost Anthony Gordon t
  
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• Mikel Oyarzabal addresses Barcelona links: ‘I’m very happy at Real Sociedad’

  05-07-2026 08:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikel Oyarzabal addresses Barcelona links: ‘I’m very happy at Real Sociedad’Mikel Oyarzabal has played down speculation linking him with a move to FC Barcelona, insisting he remains fully committed to Real Sociedad.The striker has been mentioned as a potential option to replace Robert Lewandowski at the Catalan club, following his impressive performances at the World Cup. But the Spain international made his position clear during an interview with El Partidazo on COPE (h/t Mund
  
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• World Cup 2026: Morocco & France set up quarter-final tie before England play Mexico

  05-07-2026 08:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa World Cup 2026: France and Morocco will play each other in a quarter-final on Thursday at 21:00 BSTKylian Mbappe's penalty helped France beat Paraguay 1-0Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart said 'Paraguay's players were an absolute disgrace'Co-hosts Canada are out after losing 3-0 to MoroccoWatch highlights of all games here or you can relive the action with our 3D experienceEngland boss Thomas Tuchel praises respectful Mexico fans amid increased security before the last-16 tie at the Azteca
  
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• Brahim Diaz looking forward to working with Mourinho at Real Madrid: ‘I’m very excited’

  05-07-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brahim Diaz looking forward to working with Mourinho at Real Madrid: ‘I’m very excited’Morocco have once again lived up to the hype in the FIFA World Cup, and while it remains to be seen if they can recreate their 2022 heroics, they have already booked a place in the Quarterfinals of the tournament.Real Madrid’s Brahim Diaz is one of the most important players and leaders in the African nation’s dressing room, and while he may not have scored so far, he has already
  
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• Liverpool told asking price for attacker who Erling Haaland loves

  05-07-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool told asking price for attacker who Erling Haaland lovesLiverpool's first-team squad and their backroom staff will have a lot on their mind this summer. The main thing that they will want to take from the 2026-27 campaign is that they've improved on the season before.And, since they finished fifth in the Premier League, it doesn't feel like that should be too hard for them to do.But, if Andoni Iraola doesn't get the players in that he needs to, things could actually end up being even wo
  
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