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• Somali referee Artan barred from entering USA

  08-06-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Omar Artan has been Fifa referee since 2018 [Getty Images]Somali referee Omar Artan, who was set to be the first from his country to officiate at the World Cup finals, has been denied entry to the United States.Artan, the 2025 Confederation of African Football men's referee of the year, was barred from entering the country at Miami International Airport and is currently in Turkey.No reason for Artan's repatriation has been issued by US immigration authorities, but Somalia is one of several count
  
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• Official I Dunkerque’s Enzo Bardeli joins Levante

  11-06-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official I Dunkerque’s Enzo Bardeli joins LevanteUD Levante have officially announced the signing of Enzo Bardeli (25) from USL Dunkerque. The attacking midfielder, the Azulgranas’ first summer signing, has signed a three-year contract, running from June until 2029.A key part of Albert Sánchez’s system, the Coudekerque-Branche native enjoyed a standout 2025–26 season, starting all 36 matches he featured in across all competitions and proving decisive on 17 occasion
  
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• Crucial knock meant huge amount - Hampshire's Orr

  11-06-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hampshire batter Ali Orr says his match-saving half-century against Surrey meant "a huge amount" as he continues to battle to establish himself in the first team.The 25-year-old hit 53 not out from 121 balls as Hampshire batted out their rain-affected Championship match to draw at the Kia Oval on Wednesday.The result takes them off the bottom of the table with 53 points from their opening seven matches.It was Orr's first Championship appearance of the season, and he told BBC Radio Solent he real
  
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• Liverpool should really consider re-signing former forward – Opinion

  11-06-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool should really consider re-signing former forward – OpinionCould Darwin Núñez Complete the Most Unexpected Liverpool Return?Football has a habit of producing stories that seem impossible until they suddenly become reality.The latest rumour that Darwin Núñez may sever ties with Al Hilal certainly falls into that category.Only last summer, the Uruguayan striker left Liverpool after enduring a difficult final season under Arne Slot. A player who had once b
  
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• Official: Cagliari hand new contract to Pisacane until 2028 with option to extend

  11-06-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Cagliari hand new contract to Pisacane until 2028 with option to extendCagliari have officially announced that head coach Fabio Pisacane has put pen to paper on a new contract that could potentially see him through until the summer of 2029.Pisacane has signed an initial two-year contract extension until the summer of 2028 with an option to extend by a further 12 months, the club confirmed in a statement on Thursday.Pisacane is a former Cagliari defender who made 151 league appearances
  
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• O'Neill must be backed in 'big summer' for Celtic - Lambert

  11-06-2026 14:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Paul Lambert (left) enjoyed huge success under Martin O'Neill at Celtic [SNS]When Martin O'Neill returned for his second interim spell after Wilfried Nancy's sacking, he spoke frequently of the need to supplement the Celtic squad in the January window.And yet none of the players signed on loan in January featured after the split. Some were injured, others evidently not rated or trusted by O'Neill.That trend simply cannot continue this summer and Paul Lambert believes O'Neill will play a big part
  
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• Martin O’Neill staying at Celtic as he signs new contract after league and cup double

  11-06-2026 14:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Martin O’Neill has signed a new one-year contract as Celtic manager, with an option for a further season, the club announced. The 74-year-old returned to Celtic Park twice last season, leading the Hoops to a league and Scottish Cup double.O’Neill, who returned to Celtic Park twice last campaign, expressed his privilege. He told Celtic’s official website: "It is once again a great privilege for me to continue as Celtic manager. Last season will live long in all our memories and
  
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• Official I Didier Digard extends Le Havre contract

  11-06-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official I Didier Digard extends Le Havre contractLe Havre AC have officially announced the extension of head coach Didier Digard’s contract by a further year, taking it through to 2027. A one-year extension option has also been included in the deal.Having been approached by other Ligue 1 clubs, the 39-year-old manager has ultimately decided to continue his tenure at the helm of the Normandy-based club. The decision came after careful consideration by Digard, who was reassured by HAC&rsquo
  
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• 🌎 World Cup Moments: Diego Maradona's Goal of the Century

  11-06-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🌎 World Cup Moments: Diego Maradona's Goal of the CenturyThe Goal of the Century.That is how Diego Maradona's astounding mazy dribble against England in their feisty 1986 World Cup quarter-final clash has been described.It is hard to argue with it either as he left Englishman after Englishman in his wake, a man on a mission as he waltzed beyond challenges before poking home after adding goalkeeper Peter Shilton to his list of victims.Showing some grace towards the team he humiliated when
  
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• Man City in line for multi-million bonus payment as Real Madrid pursue Julian Alvarez signing

  11-06-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City in line for multi-million bonus payment as Real Madrid pursue Julian Alvarez signingManchester City could be handed a future financial boost through Julian Alvarez’s next transferReal Madrid have seen huge approach for the Atletico Madrid forward rejected by their city rivalsCity protected themselves when sanctioning Alvarez’s club-record exit in 2024Manchester City may yet benefit from Julian Alvarez’s rising value despite the Argentine forward having left the club tw
  
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• World Cup Day 1️⃣ Essentials: What you need to know before kick-off

  11-06-2026 14:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup Day 1️⃣ Essentials: What you need to know before kick-offThe long wait is over. The day is finally here.In front of a sold out crowd in Mexico City today, the 2026 FIFA World Cup here gets under way.This is everything you need to know about day one of action.🏟️ Who is playing?The tournament kicks off at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on Thursday as the host nation welcome South Africa to get things going.Both nations have previous experience of tak
  
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• ‘Incredible’: Former Real Madrid star sees striking similarities between Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi

  11-06-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘Incredible’: Former Real Madrid star sees striking similarities between Lamine Yamal and Lionel MessiComparisons between Barcelona star Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi have become increasingly common, especially with the Spaniard’s consistently mind-boggling performances.Former Real Madrid and Spain defender Michel Salgado is the latest football figure to draw parallels between Barcelona’s teenage sensation and the Argentine icon.As quoted by Mundo Deportivo, Salgado descr
  
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• Venezia advance official offer for El Shaarawy

  11-06-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Venezia advance official offer for El ShaarawyAfter securing promotion to Serie A, Venezia is ready to strengthen its position in the top flight next season. One of the signings the Venetian club is considering is the signing of Stephan El Shaarawy, who will be released on a free transfer starting July 1st. Roma’s number 92, after ten years at Trigoria, is ready for a new adventure and could remain in Serie A by joining Venezia’s project.According to Il Corriere Veneto, an official o
  
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• Amateurs shock football nation! This is the biggest World Cup upset ever

  11-06-2026 14:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amateurs shock football nation! This is the biggest World Cup upset everWhat could possibly go wrong when a World Cup favorite, packed with top stars, faces a team of amateurs? When not even the media, the fans, or their own coach believe in the underdog. Exactly — everything!In 1950, eleven American amateurs shocked all of England at the finals in Brazil. A win that should give plenty of World Cup nations a huge boost of courage 76 years later.Because, in principle, the USA had no chance
  
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• Barcelona target ‘very close’ to joining Real Madrid – report

  11-06-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona target ‘very close’ to joining Real Madrid – reportReal Madrid were initially expected to go all out to sign a star midfielder this summer, with links hinting at the possible signing of Rodri, Vitinha or Joao Neves.As time has passed, however, all those links have significantly cooled down and the club have shifted their sights on alternative targets.They are indeed still eyeing Mateus Fernandes as a pricey, yet long-term midfield signing, but Bernardo Silva as a free
  
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• Learning from the past and setting goals for the future

  11-06-2026 14:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]In the second part of a special Q&A, BBC Radio Leeds' Adam Pope explains how Leeds United will attempt to avoid deja vu and suggests what the aims should be for 2026-27.Brendan asked: When Leeds United got back into the Premier League in 2019-20 with Marcelo Bielsa, we had a good first season and then it went downhill. Are we at risk of a touch of deja vu? Is there anything we can learn from that unravelling?Adam: Paraag Marathe was keen to stress that history will not be
  
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• Man City agree deal to sign England's Charles

  11-06-2026 14:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Niamh Charles started in England's 3-0 victory over Ukraine on Tuesday [Getty Images]Manchester City have agreed a deal to sign England defender Niamh Charles from Chelsea.The left-back is set to depart after six years at the club in which she has made 173 appearances.During her time at Chelsea, Charles has won five Women's Super League titles, four FA Cups and three League Cups.She was also part of the squad under former manager Emma Hayes who reached the Women's Champions League final in 2021.
  
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• Real Madrid target presses pause on renewal talks with Manchester City – report

  11-06-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid target presses pause on renewal talks with Manchester City – reportJosko Gvardiol is Real Madrid and Jose Mourinho’s dream target to reinforce both the centre-back and left-back positions this summer, and the club have beeb in his pursuit for a few weeks now.The hurdle, however, has been Manchester City’s firm stance on not selling him and the contract renewal they have handed the player a proposal for – one which will close doors to an exit if he accepts.As r
  
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• PSG search for new loan for 20 year old talent ready to step up a level

  11-06-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG search for new loan for 20 year old talent ready to step up a levelPSG have a few young players to move around this summer, among them is a talented 20 year old defensive midfielder.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.While PSG aren’t looking to make major changes to their squad this summer, there will be the usual shuffling of youngsters and squad members.One of the young t
  
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• How are the Fifa world rankings decided?

  11-06-2026 14:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]The Fifa Men's world rankings are used to decide the ranking order of the best national teams in world football.First introduced in 1992, the system is used to depict how strong a team is, and the position of those rankings can be used in tournaments to determine seeding positions in World Cups and more.Only eight nations have ever led the world rankings. France are currently top, while Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Spain have also spent time at the top of
  
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• Three key issues Celtic and O'Neill must tackle

  11-06-2026 14:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Martin O'Neill has plenty in his in-tray as he begins his second spell as Celtic's permanent manager [SNS]More than five months since the sacking of Wilfried Nancy, Celtic fans finally have confirmation of their club's new manager.It is the man who picked up the pieces not once but twice last season to guide the team to the Scottish Premiership title and the Scottish Cup.Martin O'Neill cemented his status as a legendary figure at Parkhead by ending a tumultuous campaign with a league and cup dou
  
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• International press reacts to Cristiano Ronaldo display before the Cup

  11-06-2026 14:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  International press reacts to Cristiano Ronaldo display before the CupCristiano Ronaldo’s performance in Portugal’s last friendly before the 2026 World Cup became the target of criticism and concern in the European press. Despite Portugal’s 2-1 win over Nigeria, the clear scoring chances wasted by the No. 7 raised doubts.
  CR7’s performanceThe forward had four shots during the match, but failed to hit the target with any of them, missing at least two clear chances to score
  
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• Peterborough sign Walsall defender Weir until 2029

  11-06-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Peterborough United have signed defender Evan Weir following his release from Walsall.The Irish full-back, 24, joined the Saddlers in January 2024 from League of Ireland side Drogheda.Weir made 56 appearances for Walsall and scored four times but was not offered a new deal at the Pallet-Track Bescot Stadium for next season.He will complete his move on 1 July on a contract that runs until the summer of 2029, with an option for an additional 12 months."Evan is a really positive player, he can fend
  
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• ‘He’s happy here’: Barcelona defensive target’s agent shuts down exit talk

  11-06-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘He’s happy here’: Barcelona defensive target’s agent shuts down exit talkBarcelona have been linked with a number of central defenders ahead of the summer transfer window, with the area proving to be an Achilles heel for Hansi Flick’s men ever since Inigo Martinez left the club.One of the first names that the club were linked with was Inter Milan central defender Alessandro Bastoni. However, after a few weeks of optimism, talks surrounding the deal have cooled down
  
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• Inter expected to collect €30m boost from three imminent transfers

  11-06-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter expected to collect €30m boost from three imminent transfersReports in Italy claim that Inter are on the verge of selling three players on permanent transfers, which should bring a financial boost of around €30m.It is no secret that Inter are looking to strengthen their squad after winning both the Scudetto and the Coppa Italia under Cristian Chivu in 2025-26: Marco Palestra and Oumar Solet among the Nerazzurri’s current leading targets.However, a summer of spending still d
  
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• FIFA World Cup: Why Evan Ndicka is a man to watch out for Ivory Coast

  11-06-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA World Cup: Why Evan Ndicka is a man to watch out for Ivory CoastEven if Italy will not play at the FIFA World Cup, Serie A has a host of players who can star at the tournament that kicks off today. One player who isn’t getting as much attention as he should is Roma’s Evan Ndicka, who has been a pillar for the Giallorossi since 2023.The 26-year-old has been a regular for Roma in the last three seasons. He has featured 127 times in all competitions, starring under four different m
  
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• Arsenal assistant linked with Elche managerial vacancy

  11-06-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal assistant linked with Elche managerial vacancyHeinze only joined Arsenal last summer and is understood to have an offer to extend his stay, but Elche are weighing him up.Photo by Julian Finney/Getty ImagesGabriel Heinze is among the names being considered by Elche as the Spanish club continue their search for a new manager following Eder Sarabia’s departure.Owner, Christian Bragarnik is said to be working through the club’s options two weeks after the departure, with Xavi Gar
  
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• Report: Everton leading the race to sign 25-goal forward

  11-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Everton leading the race to sign 25-goal forwardEverton Transfer News: Ayase Ueda Chase Signals Ambitious Striker PlanEverton’s search for attacking reinforcement appears to have led them towards one of European football’s most productive forwards, with Sports Boom reporting that the club are leading the chase for Feyenoord striker Ayase Ueda.The Japan international has delivered a remarkable campaign in the Netherlands, scoring 25 goals in 31 matches during the 2025/26 Eredi
  
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• Kerkez's development and Mac Allister's future

  11-06-2026 13:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]In the second part of a special Q&A, our Liverpool reporter Aadam Patel focuses on Milos Kerkez's potential and Alexis Mac Allister's poor 2025-26 campaign.Marc asked: Will Andoni Iraola be able to get Kerkez back to how he excelled in his Bournemouth team, and can he keep youngsters like Conor Bradley and Stefan Bajcetic fit?Aadam: Kerkez actually improved as the season went on, and I recall Virgil van Dijk hailing the Hungarian to reporters in the second half of the camp
  
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• Cambridge defender Purrington joins Bristol Rovers

  11-06-2026 13:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ben Purrington played 38 times for Cambridge in 2025-26 [Rex Features]Bristol Rovers have signed defender Ben Purrington from Cambridge United on a one-year contract.The full-back helped secure promotion to League One with Neil Harris' side last season, playing 38 times in all competitions."It's nice to get things done early and it was an easy decision really when I consider location, the stature of the club and the ambition being shown in terms of pushing for promotion," the 30-year-old told th
  
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