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• Stats: Barcelona superstar avoids World Cup suspension with masterclass performance vs Uruguay

  27-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stats: Barcelona superstar avoids World Cup suspension with masterclass performance vs UruguaySpain wrapped up their FIFA World Cup group-stage campaign with a narrow 1-0 victory over Uruguay, but the scoreline only tells part of the story. The match was played at a frantic pace, filled with heavy challenges, heated moments and plenty of tension, with Barcelona midfielder Pedri once again emerging as one of Spain’s standout performers.The result secured top spot for Spain and ensured
  
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• Man Utd waiting on Ugarte injury after he leaves pitch on stretcher

  27-06-2026 12:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manuel Ugarte is stretchered off during Uruguay's World Cup defeat by Spain [Getty Images]Manchester United are waiting to discover the extent of the injury that forced midfielder Manuel Ugarte to be taken off the pitch on a stretcher during Uruguay's 1-0 World Cup defeat by Spain in Guadalajara.Ugarte twisted awkwardly as he tried to make a tackle in the build-up to Spain's winning goal, sparking fears the 25-year-old, who was distraught as he left the field, has suffered a major problem.United
  
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• 🐐 Party with goats?! These fans go wild after going through

  27-06-2026 12:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🐐 Party with goats?! These fans go wild after going throughYou can think what you like about the XXL World Cup, but this year there have definitely been stories we probably would have missed out on without so many teams taking part. The latest example: Cape Verde, complete newcomers to the tournament, have made it into the knockout stage, becoming the smallest country ever to do so. The island nation has a population of just over 525,000. Now world champions Argentina, with Messi, await
  
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• Marseille look to retain three players

  27-06-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marseille look to retain three playersGet French Football News understands that every player at Olympique de Marseille – bar none – is available for the right price this summer. The club overspent under Roberto De Zerbi and the purse strings are to be tightened. It was confirmed by the DNCG, French football’s financial watchdog, that their transfer activity would be monitored by authorities, with their wage bill also managed by the watchdog. There are particularly ban
  
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• Liverpool receive Victor Munoz injury update

  27-06-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool receive Victor Munoz injury updateLiverpool Watch Victor Munoz Closely as Spain Edge Uruguay at World CupSpain’s 1-0 win over Uruguay at the World Cup did exactly what tournament football often does, it settled one question while leaving another hanging.For Spain, the result was valuable. For Liverpool, the real focus was elsewhere. Victor Munoz was not involved, and while that may frustrate supporters keen to see their new signing on the biggest stage, it also tells us something
  
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• Dennis Schmitt to be named manager of Monaco’s reserve side

  27-06-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dennis Schmitt to be named manager of Monaco’s reserve sideDennis Schmitt, who had a stint as interim manager at Eintracht Frankfurt last season, is set to be named the manager of AS Monaco’s Groupe Élite, as per a report from Onze Mondial.It was announced at the end of the season that Djimi Traoré would leave his role as manager of Monaco’s youth side. There is also a managerial change within the first team. Sébastien Pocognoli was relieved
  
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• World Cup 2026: England v Panama - selection debate & potential last 32 opponents

  27-06-2026 12:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa World Cup 2026: England are through to the last 32 before they play Panama in New York at 22:00 BST - full fixtures hereIf England win their group and DR Congo qualify in third, they will meet in the last 32, but as it stands Senegal will play Tuchel's sideAlan Shearer says 'it is time for Saka and Rashford' to start - do you agree? Send us your views by pressing the Get Involved button on this pageICYMI: Spain,Belgium,Egypt and Cape Verde all reach the last 32 of the tournament - Watch hig
  
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• Fresh doubts on future of Real Madrid star amid Jose Mourinho indecision

  27-06-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fresh doubts on future of Real Madrid star amid Jose Mourinho indecisionIn a few weeks, Real Madrid players will return for the start of pre-season, although some of them will return later. One of those is expected be Brahim Diaz, whose Morocco side made it through to the last 32 of the 2026 World Cup, where they will face the Netherlands.Brahim returned to Real Madrid in 2023 following an impressive three-year loan spell at Milan. He’s done relatively well in the three seasons since, with
  
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• Official | Julien Lachuer named Brest manager

  27-06-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Julien Lachuer named Brest managerJulien Lachuer has been named the successor to Eric Roy at Stade Brestois, the Ligue 1 club confirmed on Saturday.Brest head coach Eric Roy passed away last week at 58. His family revealed that he had been battling pancreatic cancer for three-and-a-half years. His illness had been kept under wraps throughout his time at Brest.Lachuer was notably responsible for leading the team’s training sessions. A former Brest goalkeeper, the coach holds
  
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• Inter miss out on Palestra, Nico Paz and Curtis Jones now fading away

  27-06-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter miss out on Palestra, Nico Paz and Curtis Jones now fading awayInter have missed out on deals for Marco Palestra and Nico Paz, and now, the latest updates in Italy claim that Liverpool’s Curtis Jones is becoming an increasingly complicated affair and that Arsenal could potentially beat the Nerazzurri to the signing of the Englishman.Liverpool and Inter stuck at Curtis Jones impasseIt has been a frustrating start to the summer transfer window for Cristian Chivu’s side, who have
  
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• Report: Roberto De Zerbi set to offer huge opportunity to Tottenham Hotspur star

  27-06-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Roberto De Zerbi set to offer huge opportunity to Tottenham Hotspur starTottenham Goalkeeping Shake Up as Antonin Kinsky Earns No.1 RoleTottenham Hotspur appear to have reached a defining moment in their goalkeeping department, with Antonin Kinsky completing a remarkable rise under Roberto De Zerbi. According to TeamTalk, the Czech international has agreed a new long term contract after convincing the new head coach that he should become Spurs’ first choice goalkeeper.The report al
  
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• Real Madrid midfielder warned about being too intense on the field: ‘What he did is a sending-off offence’

  27-06-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid midfielder warned about being too intense on the field: ‘What he did is a sending-off offence’Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham has had a decent start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, impressing in the opening game against Croatia.He had a difficult outing against Ghana, much like the rest of the Three Lions, but it was his intensity that attracted a lot of attention.According toMundo Deportivo, Bellingham has come under scrutiny after incidents during England’s match aga
  
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• 😳 Unai Simón, one match from the World Cup clean-sheet record

  27-06-2026 12:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😳 Unai Simón, one match from the World Cup clean-sheet recordUnai Simón is on the verge of making major history at the World Cup. According to data from MisterChip, the goalkeeper is chasing a double clean-sheet record. His performances between the posts have completely locked down Spain’s goal.
  If the goalkeeper can go 51 minutes without conceding, he will break the national record. He will become the Spanish keeper with the longest unbeaten run in World Cup history.
  
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• Cardiff youngsters must prove they can thrive at higher level - Blake

  27-06-2026 12:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Nathan Blake says Cardiff City's crop of youngsters must prove they can make the step up to the Championship next season.The youthful Bluebirds secured automatic promotion from League One last season after finishing second with an impressive tally of 91 points.But ex-Wales striker Blake says it remains to be seen how Cardiff's crop of younger players fare in the second tier. "Cardiff are a young, vibrant, very good footballing team," said Blake."But the question still r
  
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• Muslera's blunder aside, Uruguay's Copa exit leaves Bielsa with nothing

  27-06-2026 12:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Muslera's blunder aside, Uruguay's Copa exit leaves Bielsa with nothingYes, friends! Uruguay is out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup!The early elimination in the group stage was sealed with a 1–0 defeat to Spain in Guadalajara, Mexico.The match, however, was marked by a dramatic script starring veteran goalkeeper Fernando Muslera and by a farewell-toned interview full of harsh self-criticism from coach Marcelo Bielsa.🧤 Muslera's blunderAt 40 years old and playing in his fifth World Cup,
  
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• MIKE SAVES, ALEXIS SCORES: FRANCE AND BELGIUM TOP THEIR GROUPS

  27-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MIKE SAVES, ALEXIS SCORES: FRANCE AND BELGIUM TOP THEIR GROUPSAC Milan had plenty to celebrate during the latest night of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with four Rossoneri involved across Foxborough and Vancouver. In Massachusetts, France defeated Norway 4-1 in the Group I top of the table clash thanks to a hat-trick from Ousmane Dembélé and a late goal from Désiré Doué. One of the standout performers was Mike Maignan, with th
  
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• Juventus offer €35 million for Svilar: Roma not interested

  27-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus offer €35 million for Svilar: Roma not interestedRoma needs to increase revenue ahead of June 30th to comply with the settlement agreement with UEFA. With three days to go, time is running out. Currently, the only way to increase revenue is to generate capital gains through the sale of certain players. Among these, Mile Svilar, a key figure for the Giallorossi, is unlikely to be considered. For the goalkeeper, indispensable to Gasperini, a window of opportunity had opened up in the
  
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• Elliot Anderson facing fitness concern with Man City medical pending

  27-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Elliot Anderson facing fitness concern with Man City medical pendingThe 23-year-old midfielder has hit a temporary physical roadblock in the United States just as his blockbuster Manchester City transfer reaches its final stages.Despite the physical issue, medical staff continue to coordinate the relevant paperwork and checks across the Atlantic.The England camp is currently managing multiple knocks ahead of their crucial Group L finale at MetLife Stadium.Manchester City’s incoming midfiel
  
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• All because of you - an open letter to Paul Mullin

  27-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Paul Mullin scored 110 goals in 172 appearances for Wrexham, helping the club to three successive promotions and securing cult hero status [Getty Images]After 110 goals and three promotions in five years, Paul Mullin has left Wrexham.The 31-year-old was one of the key figures in the story of the club's transformation under co-owners Rob Mac - formerly McElhenney - and Ryan Reynolds, earning hero status among supporters.Here, in an open letter to Mullin, lifelong Wrexham fan Tim Edwards of the Fe
  
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• 📊 Club World Cup: the French players' hits and misses in group stage

  27-06-2026 11:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📊 Club World Cup: the French players' hits and misses in group stageWho shone? Who disappointed?On Friday night, France wrapped up their 2026 World Cup group stage with a big win over Norway (4-1).After these three matches, and what looks like the best group-stage campaign in France’s World Cup history, it’s time for a first assessment.The TopsKylian Mbappé: It’s hard to start with anyone else. Just like in 2018, just like in 2022, the France captain showed up wh
  
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• Ramos set to become Milan’s highest earner on top of staggering transfer fee

  27-06-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ramos set to become Milan’s highest earner on top of staggering transfer feeSaturday’s reports indicate that Goncalo Ramos will sit at the top of the Rossoneri wage bill once his transfer from PSG is completed, on top of a staggering transfer fee, which some outlets suggest could even surpass the €80m mark.Ramos set to overtake Leao as Milan’s record transfer and highest earnerAccording to reports from various outlets on Friday, Milan have secured a deal to bring Portugal
  
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• Ben Jacobs: Liverpool ‘actively working’ on three transfer targets

  27-06-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ben Jacobs: Liverpool ‘actively working’ on three transfer targetsLiverpool Transfer News: Yan Diomande Alternatives Show Smart Recruitment StrategyLiverpool’s pursuit of Yan Diomande remains firmly on course, but the club’s recruitment team are ensuring they are not left exposed if negotiations become increasingly complicated. With RB Leipzig standing firm over their valuation and interest from Paris Saint Germain continuing, contingency planning has become a significant
  
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• Cape Verde players go viral after live reaction to reaching World Cup knockouts

  27-06-2026 11:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cape Verde players went viral on Friday for their joyous, real-time reaction to realising they’d reached the knockout stage of the World Cup.Cape Verde’s 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia meant they finished second in Group H, somewhat miraculously given they had recorded just three points overall.Yet their first two points had come via valiant draws with favourites Spain and World Cup stalwarts Uruguay – a 0-0 then a 2-2. Helio Varela is carried in the aftermath of Cape Verde&rs
  
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• Video: Davide Ancelotti divides opinions with reaction to Neymar substitution

  27-06-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Video: Davide Ancelotti divides opinions with reaction to Neymar substitutionDavide Ancelotti, Carlo Ancelotti’s son and assistant, has divided opinions after his reaction to Neymar’s introduction during Brazil’s World Cup group stage match against Scott McTominay’s Scotland earlier this week.Watch: Did Ancelotti shake his head at Neymar substitution?The inclusion of the legendary Neymar in the Brazil national team squad for the 2026 World Cup has been a major talking poi
  
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• Italy could turn to Boniek as alternative to Maldini for technical director role

  27-06-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy could turn to Boniek as alternative to Maldini for technical director roleSaturday’s reports claim that former Juventus and Roma forward and former UEFA vice-President Zbigniew Boniek is among the alternative options to Paolo Maldini for the vacant technical director role with the Italy national team.Boniek option emerges for ItalyGiovanni Malagò has recently been appointed as the new President of the FIGC and he will be tasked with redesigning the Italy national team set-up f
  
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• World Cup 2026: England v Panama - injury updates, Tuchel quotes & selection debate

  27-06-2026 11:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa World Cup 2026: England are through to the last 32 before they play Panama in New York at 22:00 BST - full fixtures hereIf England win their group and DR Congo qualify in third, they will meet in the last 32, but as it stands Senegal will play Tuchel's sideReece James is injured and will miss the match, while Declan Rice and Elliot Anderson are doubts - England boss Tuchel says they 'will find solutions'Who would you like to see start for England against Panama? Send us your views by pressi
  
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• Scouting report on Panama - why England should be wary

  27-06-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Panama are a better side than the one that lost 6-1 against England in the 2018 World Cup [Getty Images]With four points from two games, England will hope to seal top spot in their World Cup group with victory on Saturday against Panama. The Central American side are a relatively unknown quantity, but they are an exciting team whose results do not paint a true picture of their performances in the tournament.Against both Ghana and Croatia, there were periods of the game when Panama looked the bet
  
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• Every Arsenal player makes World Cup knockouts – who will they face?

  27-06-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Every Arsenal player makes World Cup knockouts – who will they face?Following Friday night’s results, every Arsenal player at the World Cup has reached the knockout stages, so who will they face next?Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty ImagesFriday night settled the last remaining doubts about Arsenal players making the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup.Leandro Trossard fired Belgium to victory over New Zealand to send his team through, Spain (David Raya, Martin Zubimendi, Mikel Merino)
  
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• Barcelona academy starlet’s loan move delayed due to paperwork – report

  27-06-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona academy starlet’s loan move delayed due to paperwork – reportBarcelona had a tricky goalkeeping situation to handle coming into this transfer window, with too many players competing for the same position.Hansi Flick’s hierarchy was clear, with Joan Garcia as the undisputed No. 1 and Wojciech Szczesny expected to be the back-up.However, the club still had to resolve the futures of club captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Inaki Pena, as well as a few youngsters such as Di
  
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• Man United legend urges Real Madrid midfield ace to move to Old Trafford: ‘Make the call’

  27-06-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man United legend urges Real Madrid midfield ace to move to Old Trafford: ‘Make the call’Jose Mourinho has taken over as the new Real Madrid manager and has wasted no time in wrapping up four signings for the squad ahead of the new season.However, Los Blancos now face a problem, with as many as 26 players in the first-team squad following Dani Ceballos’ exit, and more departures need to follow.Mourinho is keen on signing a new midfielder, and to bring in a player in that positi
  
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