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• St Mirren appoint McLeish on three-year deal

  05-06-2026 13:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  McLeish won four of his 11 games in charge of St Mirren last season [SNS]Craig McLeish believes his background with St Mirren's academy makes him the best choice as manager after agreeing a three-year deal with the Scottish Premiership club.The 36-year-old stepped in on a temporary basis following the March departure of League Cup-winning boss Stephen Robinson to Aberdeen.McLeish won three of his nine league matches but was unable to prevent the Buddies finishing second bottom as Kilmarnock hit
  
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• Boga's future, Alajbegovic ❌, Milan's €40m move? Today's news🤑

  05-06-2026 17:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Boga's future, Alajbegovic ❌, Milan's €40m move? Today's news🤑Stalemate moment for Serie A. With the World Cup around the corner involving many of the league’s main players—but not Italy—and the usual managerial merry-go-round, the first transfer market moves are also beginning to take shape.Below, we take a look at today’s most relevant transfer news involving the top clubs.Juventus, Boga heading toward a permanent moveDespite perhaps a below-par end
  
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• Inter at a crossroads, but Stankovic stay unlikely despite 23m deal

  05-06-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter at a crossroads, but Stankovic stay unlikely despite 23m dealInter have re-signed Aleksandar Stankovic from Club Brugge for €23m, but Gazzetta reports that the midfielder’s stay at San Siro remains unlikely as the Nerazzurri are prepared to receive €40m offers from the Bundesliga and the Premier League.Serbian midfielder Stankovic, son of ex-Inter star Dejan, has returned to Inter from Club Brugge as the fresh Serie A champions have activated their option to re-sign the 20-
  
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• Savinho plots next steps beyond Manchester City and targets new club in Premier League

  05-06-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Savinho plots next steps beyond Manchester City and targets new club in Premier LeagueBrazil international Savinho has selected his next ideal Premier League destination as he coordinates a permanent summer move away from Manchester City.The 22-year-old winger is understood to be eyeing a move to join Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi, possibly rejecting alternative European pathways in the process.Direct communication lines are already moving behind the scenes, with Tottenham likely to be conf
  
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• Liverpool Dressing Room Fallout Raises Huge Questions After Sacking

  05-06-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Dressing Room Fallout Raises Huge Questions After SackingArne Slot’s Liverpool Exit Raises Fresh Questions Over Dressing Room TrustLiverpool’s post Arne Slot era has already begun, yet the story of how it ended continues to gather weight. According to BILD, the former Liverpool head coach irritated sections of his squad with comments that were received as arrogant, personal and unnecessarily dismissive.Slot, sacked on May 30 after a fifth placed finish and a trophyless camp
  
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• Gasperini: ‘I told Mancini he’s going nowhere’ after Inter report

  05-06-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini: ‘I told Mancini he’s going nowhere’ after Inter reportGian Piero Gasperini has shot down reports Roma could sell Gianluca Mancini to rivals Inter. ‘I already told him, he’s not going anywhere, he wants to stay too.’There had been days of rumours from Sky Sport Italia and others that Inter had set their sights on Mancini to bring more experience to their back three next season.The 30-year-old is only under contract until June 2027, so unless a new de
  
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• From Spain: Roma eyeing Icardi as Malen back-up

  05-06-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From Spain: Roma eyeing Icardi as Malen back-upWhile awaiting the official announcement of Tony D’Amico as their new sporting director, Roma has already identified some of their priorities for the summer transfer window. Among these is the need to add quality and depth to their attacking lineup ahead of next season. In the last few hours, Mauro Icardi’s name has emerged. The Argentine striker could leave Galatasaray at the end of the season, despite Victor Osimhen’s possible de
  
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• Arthur signs contract extension with Leeds Rhinos

  05-06-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brad Arthur has signed a two-year contract extension at Leeds Rhinos.The Headingley side remained top of Super League with a hard-fought win over St Helens on Thursday night, and the club announced the new deal for the Australian head coach the following day.Arthur joined the Rhinos towards the end of the 2024 season, when they finished eighth, but last season took them into the end-of-season play-offs by finishing fourth and were only denied a place in the Grand Final by a St Helens try after t
  
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• Roefs, Brobbey and Geertruida - the Dutch view

  05-06-2026 16:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Dutch football expert Michael Statham has given the lowdown on Sunderland's Netherlands internationals Robin Roefs, Brian Brobbey and Lutsharel Geertruida before they take part in this summer's World Cup. On goalkeeper Roefs, he said: "When Robin Roefs broke through at NEC Nijmegen you could see he would be a big talent. He had big shoes to fill because Jasper Cillessen was there as well. "Roefs usurped him and he was a fantastic shot-stopper from the get go. NEC would have loved t
  
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• Premier League players at the 2026 World Cup: Which players are MVPs for their countries

  05-06-2026 16:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jan Paul van Hecke may well have been Brighton and Hove Albion's most critical player to their 2025-26 Premier League season, but he's just one part of the Nethelrands' hopes of winning the 2026 World Cup this summer.On the flip side is Manchester City's Omar Marmoush, a substitute in the majority of his club's games who joins Mohamed Salah to key the dreams of Egypt for this summer's tournament.MORE — USMNT hopes at the World Cup — how high can they fly?And while Erling Haaland and
  
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• Daniel Levy claimed to be selling most of Tottenham stake to American tech billionaire

  05-06-2026 16:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Daniel Levy has agreed to sell most of his share in Tottenham Hotspur to a company run by American tech billionaire Brooklyn Earick, a sports investment firm has claimed.Former chairman Levy, who stepped down last September after running Tottenham for a quarter of a century, has signed a sale and purchase agreement with Eight Sports Capital so they will take a 24.99 per cent stake in Spurs.Earick, a boyhood Tottenham fan who had expressed an interest in buying Spurs last year, is an engineer tur
  
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• Report: Former Liverpool manager wanted by Celtic

  05-06-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Former Liverpool manager wanted by CelticCeltic Weigh Ambitious Move for Former Liverpool Manager Arne SlotCeltic’s search for a new manager has taken another intriguing turn, with Sports Boom reporting that former Liverpool boss Arne Slot has emerged as a candidate under consideration at Parkhead.The Dutch coach may have left Anfield under challenging circumstances, but his reputation remains strong across Europe. For a Celtic hierarchy eager to elevate the club beyond domestic do
  
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• Pisilli: ‘Baldini and Gasperini share the same DNA – and that’s why I feel at home with Italy’

  05-06-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pisilli: ‘Baldini and Gasperini share the same DNA – and that’s why I feel at home with Italy’Niccolò Pisilli has drawn a striking parallel between Italy interim coach Silvio Baldini and his Roma boss Gian Piero Gasperini, describing both as coaches who demand intensity, high pressing and a relentlessly proactive approach to the game, while also revealing that Baldini’s influence extends well beyond the tactical.Speaking at a press conference from the Coverci
  
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• Atlético keep just two of their 2021 champions in the squad

  05-06-2026 16:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atlético keep just two of their 2021 champions in the squadThe historic Atlético-MG squad that captivated the country and won the Brazilian Championship and the Copa do Brasil in 2021 is increasingly a thing of the past. With the confirmed departure of center-back Junior Alonso, Galo now has only two players from that winning team in its current squad.The team has undergone a major overhaul over the past five years, and the break for the 2026 World Cup marks the farewell of yet ano
  
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• Thomas Frank not ready to return to management after Tottenham sack

  05-06-2026 16:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Frank will take a break from management after concluding this summer is not the right time to accept a new job.The Dane, who was sacked by Tottenham in February, had been touted as a candidate for Fulham or Crystal Palace, but believes he needs more time to get the energy required.Frank spent almost seven years in charge of Brentford, winning promotion in 2021 and twice earning top-half Premier League finishes, before his ill-fated seven-month spell in charge of Spurs.He was dismissed wit
  
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• World Cup: How to buy tickets for Brazil vs. Morocco

  05-06-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup: How to buy tickets for Brazil vs. MoroccoBrazil are chasing a first World Cup win in 24 years this summer, so there’ll surely be a scramble for last-minute Brazil World Cup tickets.Carlo Ancelotti’s side start their World Cup 2026 campaign with a potentially tricky game against Morocco in Group C on Saturday 13th June.Read on for our guide on how to buy Brazil vs Morocco tickets and a look ahead to how the South American giants could fare in their opening match.B
  
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• Pisilli: “I don’t see why I should leave Roma.”

  05-06-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pisilli: “I don’t see why I should leave Roma.”Niccolò Pisilli’s Italy team continues preparations at Coverciano ahead of Sunday’s friendly against Greece. The Roma midfielder, born in 2004, spoke at a press conference from the Azzurri’s training camp. The 2004-born player addressed several topics, starting with the disappointment of failing to qualify for the World Cup. His words: “What happened is clear for all to see; it was a huge disappointme
  
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• Pelé's jersey worn during 1958 World Cup final going up for auction with estimated value of over $6 million

  05-06-2026 16:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The jersey worn by Brazil great Pelé during the 1958 World Cup final will be auctioned off during the upcoming tournament, Sotheby's announced."This is not merely a shirt — it is the garment worn by one of the greatest footballers in history on the night his reign began, passed by his own hand to a friend and preserved with care for more than six decades," said head of Sotheby's modern collectables Brahm Wachter in a statement. "Its historical importance is without parallel in the f
  
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• Greenwood gives priority to Roma over other clubs

  05-06-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Greenwood gives priority to Roma over other clubsRoma continues to move forward in the transfer market to strengthen their attack, aiming to secure a top international profile. Among the names being monitored is Mason Greenwood, an English striker followed by several European clubs.With this in mind, good news for all Giallorossi fans comes from today’s edition of Corriere dello Sport: Greenwood is currently prioritizing Roma.His choice isn’t just about salary, but also about technic
  
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• Ex-Spurs boss Levy sells 24.99% Enic stake

  05-06-2026 16:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Tottenham executive chairman Daniel Levy [Getty Images]Former Tottenham Hotspur executive chairman Daniel Levy has sold a 24.99% stake in the club's parent company Enic to Eight Sports Capital.The move leaves Levy with a 4.89% stake in Enic.He stepped down in September 2025 after 24 years in the role following a restructuring triggered by the club's ultimate owners, the Lewis Family Trust. Eight Sports Capital Ltd is a sports investment company owned by Triller, an American entertainment
  
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• Lyon aim to benefit from Randal Kolo Muani’s move to Juventus to sign Jonathan David

  05-06-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lyon aim to benefit from Randal Kolo Muani’s move to Juventus to sign Jonathan DavidIn the hunt for offensive reinforcements, Olympique Lyonnais could well capitalise on the potential move of Randal Kolo Muani (27) to Juventus to secure the services of Jonathan David (26). A possibility confirmed in La Stampa, which reports that the Lyon-based club are interested in the Canadian striker.Signed last summer but having never really managed to establish himself at the Vecchia Signoria (eight g
  
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• Lazio Curva Nord reveal intent to boycott season tickets and matches

  05-06-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lazio Curva Nord reveal intent to boycott season tickets and matchesLazio’s organised supporter groups have escalated their protest against president Claudio Lotito, releasing a detailed statement confirming they will boycott season tickets and all home matches in the 2026/27 season, with the exception of the two derbies against Roma.The Curva Nord’s communiqué, via Alfredo Pedulla, marks a significant intensification of a dispute that dominated much of last season, with the u
  
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• Former Spurs boss Frank will not rush return

  05-06-2026 16:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Frank was sacked as Tottenham manager in February [Getty Images]Former Tottenham boss Thomas Frank has ruled out a return to football management before next season, telling BBC Sport "this summer is not the right time".The Dane was sacked by Spurs midway through last season, despite only being appointed last June.Frank, who previously managed Brentford, has been linked with a number of roles since leaving the London club in February.The 52-year-old featured on Crystal Palace's shortlist t
  
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• ‘Do you want us to keep crying?’ – Real Madrid defender refuses to sulk on failures and outlines way forward

  05-06-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘Do you want us to keep crying?’ – Real Madrid defender refuses to sulk on failures and outlines way forwardAntonio Rudiger has delivered a candid assessment of Real Madrid’s recent struggles, insisting that the club cannot allow a prolonged trophy drought to become the norm.The German defender, who is currently away with the national team ahead of the World Cup, but during an interview with The Guardian, reflected on a difficult period for Los Blancos. Despite enter
  
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• Meet the debutants at the 2026 World Cup 🏆

  05-06-2026 16:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Meet the debutants at the 2026 World Cup 🏆The expansion of the FIFA World Cup to 48 teams has opened the doors of football’s biggest stage to new cultures and allowed several countries to make history in the tournament jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.The tournament will bring fascinating stories of overcoming adversity, absolute debuts, and a highly anticipated reunion with the past.Find out how each of these teams secured their place and what to expect from
  
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• Como host Crystal Palace, Villarreal, Famalicao and more in summer event

  05-06-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como host Crystal Palace, Villarreal, Famalicao and more in summer eventComo have announced that Crystal Palace, Famalicao, Villarreal, RC Lens and AlUla SC are all participating in the second edition of the Como Cup.Cesc Fabregas and his men have been a revelation this season, securing their place in the Champions League for the first time in their history, just two years after promotion from Serie B.They had already launched a pre-season tournament on the edges of the iconic lake and the secon
  
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• Belgian Pro League players at the 2026 World Cup: Defenders

  05-06-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Belgian Pro League players at the 2026 World Cup: DefendersYesterday we looked at the two goalkeepers from the Belgian Pro League heading off to the 2026 World Cup. Today, we turn our attention to the defenders. Luc De Fougerolles – CanadaDender’s on loan defender Luc De Fougerolles will hope to put the disappointment of relegation from the Pro League behind him during the World Cup. The 20-year-old was loaned to Dender by Fulham for the season and played 30 games in what was a disap
  
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• Official I Albert Grønbæk departs Rennes and joins Hamburg on a permanent move

  05-06-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official I Albert Grønbæk departs Rennes and joins Hamburg on a permanent moveStade Rennais have confirmed the permanent transfer of Albert Grønbæk (25) to Hamburg SV for the full amount of his buy-out clause, estimated at around €6 million – including bonuses.On loan to the German club this winter, which finished the season in 13th place in the Bundesliga table, the Dane made seven appearances, scoring one goal and providing two assists. A fine way to bounce
  
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• THE WEEKEND'S SCHEDULE: TWO U15 SIDES IN ACTION

  05-06-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  THE WEEKEND'S SCHEDULE: TWO U15 SIDES IN ACTIONA decisive Sunday awaits AC Milan's Youth Sector, with two teams involved in the final stages of their respective championships. The U15s kick off their Scudetto semi-final away to Fiorentina after eliminating Juventus in the previous round, while the Women's U15s face the second leg of their quarter-final tie against the Bianconere, aiming to secure a place in the next round following the 1-1 draw in the first leg.THE WEEKEND'S SCHEDULE:SUNDAY 7 JU
  
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• Sheikh Mansour to sell Manchester City? Club Chairman issues update on ownership stance

  05-06-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sheikh Mansour to sell Manchester City? Club Chairman issues update on ownership stanceManchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has shut down the idea of a club sale, stating there is “no intention to sell” from Sheikh Mansour.Al Mubarak revealed an eye-watering market valuation for the global powerhouse, insisting the club wouldn’t be sold for less than $10 billion minimum in today’s market.The chairman re-emphasised an unwavering, long-term strategy of sustainable i
  
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