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• Swansea great and ex-Wales player Williams dies

  24-06-2026 12:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Local lad Herbie Williams spent 17 years as a Swansea player[Getty Images]Swansea City great and former Wales international Herbie Williams has died aged 85.After joining as a 15-year-old in 1955, Swansea-born Williams played for his local club between 1958 and 1975.His tally of 513 league appearances is the third highest of any player in the club's history.In all he played 608 times for Swansea, scoring 129 goals.The Championship side said they were "deeply saddened" by the death of "one of the
  
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• 🥶 Jones-Inter, truth on Koné-Atletico and more: today's market 🤑

  28-06-2026 15:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥶 Jones-Inter, truth on Koné-Atletico and more: today's market 🤑The group stage closed last night (HERE IS THE FULL BRACKET), and tonight we go straight into the knockout stage, with the start of the World Cup round of 32.💡 Want to stay up to date on everything happening in the USA, Mexico, and Canada? Don’t forget to add the World Cup to your favorites! To follow the tournament, search for "World Cup" on OneFootball and click the star next to it so you don&r
  
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• Can you watch World Cup matches at Wimbledon?

  28-06-2026 15:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wimbledon will be one of the only places in England that won’t be showing the World Cup last-32 knockout match against DR Congo on Wednesday, but that is unlikely to stop the football from creating a buzz around the All England Club. Two years ago, England’s Euro 2024 shoot-out against Switzerland disrupted play during Novak Djokovic’s match against Alexei Popyrin on Centre Court as fans watched the penalties on mobile phones in the crowd. Djokovic took the interruption in good
  
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• Midfielder Newton agrees new Gateshead contract

  28-06-2026 15:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gateshead midfielder Tyrelle Newton has signed a new one-year deal with the National League club.The 22-year-old has made 55 appearances for the club since joining in August 2024.The Luton Town academy graduate played 40 times for Gateshead in his first campaign, but injury restricted him to just 15 appearances last season.He joins midfielder Lucas Lowery and centre-back Ben Williams in agreeing new contracts with the club in recent days.
  
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• Report: £34.5m price tag may stop move for Liverpool star

  28-06-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: £34.5m price tag may stop move for Liverpool starCurtis Jones future in focus as Inter Milan cool interest over £34.5m Liverpool valuationLiverpool midfielder Curtis Jones appears increasingly likely to remain at Anfield this summer after fresh reports suggested Inter Milan are unwilling to meet the club’s asking price, despite maintaining a long-standing interest in the England international.According to Italian outlet Calciomercato, Inter Milan remain admirers of the
  
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• 64 Serie A players left standing at the 2026 World Cup – Who are you supporting?

  28-06-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  64 Serie A players left standing at the 2026 World Cup – Who are you supporting?64 Italian-based players are left standing at the 2026 World Cup heading into the knock-out rounds, and with no Italy at the tournament, Croatia might be the team for the Serie A neutral to support in the round of 32. But we want to know who you will be supporting for the remainder of the summer?Croatia feature more Serie A or Serie B representatives than any other nation left at the World Cup with a total of s
  
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• Iran needed help to save their ‘disaster’ World Cup. Instead they got more heartbreak

  28-06-2026 15:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mehdi Taremi lays on the ground after Iran’s 1-1 draw with Egypt on Friday put their World Cup fate in the hands of other teams.Photograph: Lindsey Wasson/APMehdi Taremi lay on the ground at Seattle Stadium staring at the heavens, devastated. The Iran team he captains had just finished a 1-1 draw with Egypt in their final World Cup group game – one where a win would have put them through to the knockout round for the first time in seven tournament appearances. Taremi had missed a pen
  
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• 🌍 World Cup: the 8 surprise stars of the group stage ⭐

  28-06-2026 15:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🌍 World Cup: the 8 surprise stars of the group stage ⭐The World Cup group stage is over, and it introduced us to unexpected teams, tiny nations, and also some talents who are now making themselves known at the highest level of international football.Let’s take a look at the players who surprised us the most, compared to expectations, in the group stage.Johan Manzambi - SwitzerlandThe 2005-born midfielder from Freiburg leads the U21 World Cup scoring chart with 3 goals (
  
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• Tamworth bring summer signings up to 10

  28-06-2026 15:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tamworth have completed their ninth and tenth summer signings.Striker Jake Hutchinson, 24, has joined after scoring 24 goals to help Folkestone Invicta win the Isthmian Premier Division title last season.Winger Riccardo Calder, 30, left relegated National League side Brackley earlier this summer.Tamworth have not disclosed the lengths of the players' contracts.
  
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• NSL Week 9 Recap: Identical scorelines all round as league competitiveness rises

  28-06-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NSL Week 9 Recap: Identical scorelines all round as league competitiveness risesIf there was ever a week that perfectly captured the competitiveness of the Northern Super League (NSL), it was Week 9.Three matches. Six goals. Three eerily identical score lines. For the first time this season, every match ended 1-1.Somehow, every team found the back of the net, picked up a point and not a single club gained ground in the standings. With the playoff race tightening and every point carrying more wei
  
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• Rice joins Kilmarnock on loan from Rangers

  28-06-2026 15:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kilmarnock have signed Rangers midfielder Bailey Rice on loan until the end of the season. The 19-year-old has made 16 first team appearances for the Ibrox club, one of which came last season in the League Cup.The midfielder also worked under head coach Neil McCann and assistant Billy Dodds when the pair were part of Barry Ferguson's temporary Rangers coaching staff last year.Rangers teammate Findlay Curtis spent last season on loan with Neil McCann's side, scored five goals in 14 appearances fo
  
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• World Cup 2026 knockout fixtures, results and full tournament bracket

  28-06-2026 15:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 World Cup is into the serious stuff after the group stage, as the knockout rounds begin with a first ever last-32.The top two sides in each group qualified for knockouts along with the eight best third-place teams. Uruguay and Scotland were among the 16 nations eliminated, while tournament contenders including Spain, France, Argentina, Brazil, England and Germany all topped their groups.There are 104 matches in North America this summer, up by 40 since the Qatar World Cup in 2022, with
  
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• Could Clarke's departure prompt Scottish football shake up?

  28-06-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former Scotland captain Paul Lambert thinks an overhaul of the structure of Scottish football is required in the wake of Steve Clarke's resignation. Clarke, who led Scotland to three major tournaments, resigned following the confirmation of Scotland's exit from the World Cup. The 62-year-old penned a new four-year deal just before the start of the tournament in America, Canada and Mexico and even led Scotland to only their fifth World Cup win with a 1-0 victory against Haiti in the
  
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• Barcelona expected to announce defender’s contract renewal early next week

  28-06-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona expected to announce defender’s contract renewal early next weekAccording to Mundo Deportivo, FC Barcelona are expected to officially announce Andreas Christensen’s contract renewal between Monday and Tuesday, bringing an end to speculation surrounding the Danish defender’s future after his previous deal expired.As already reported, the two parties have reached an agreement over a deal that will run for two seasons until 2028. However, it includes a flexible arrangeme
  
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• 🤔 What should Brazil's line-up be for clash with Japan? Have your say!

  28-06-2026 15:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤔 What should Brazil's line-up be for clash with Japan? Have your say!The Brazil National Team is preparing to face Japan in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup.For the first time since taking charge of the Brazil National Team in May 2025, coach Carlo Ancelotti is expected to repeat the same lineup in back-to-back matches. In his first 15 games in charge, the Italian tested 15 different formations.After the strong performance in the final group-stage match against Scotland, the coachi
  
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• Federico Valverde criticised following Uruguay’s 2026 World Cup exit

  28-06-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Federico Valverde criticised following Uruguay’s 2026 World Cup exitThe 2026 World Cup is officially at an end for Federico Valverde, whose Uruguay side were knocked out on Friday following a 1-0 defeat to Spain in their final group stage match. As expected, he’s attracted strong criticism given that he’s one of the leaders of the South American side, with some of that coming from Spanish sources.On the whole, the last 12 months have been tough for Valverde. His performances on
  
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• Liverpool have the chance to sign World Cup star after Man City’s mega transfer deal

  28-06-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool have the chance to sign World Cup star after Man City’s mega transfer dealLiverpool Transfer News: Man City Move Could Shape Iraola’s Next Big DecisionLiverpool’s summer window is beginning to gather pace, and according to the Mirror, Manchester City’s move for Elliot Anderson could have significant consequences at Anfield.Andoni Iraola has already seen Liverpool commit serious money, with Victor Munoz arriving from Osasuna in a £34.5million deal and Jerem
  
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• Where to catch EFL players in the round of 32

  28-06-2026 14:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Southampton striker Cyle Larin has scored two goals for Canada so far at the 2026 World Cup [Getty Images]We have reached the knock-out rounds of the World Cup but there are still plenty of players from the English Football League representing their country.Here is where you can watch them in the round of 32:Sunday, 28 JuneLyle Foster, Burnley - South Africa v Canada (20:00 BST)Alfie Jones, Middlesbrough - South Africa v Canada (20:00 BST)Ali Ahmed, Norwich City - South Africa v Canada (20:00 BS
  
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• World Cup: 6️⃣ round-of-32 ties you really can’t miss 🔥

  28-06-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup: 6️⃣ round-of-32 ties you really can’t miss 🔥It’s going to be 🔥!Here we go! The knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup gets underway this Sunday night with the round of 32.With this new format, there will already be plenty of huge clashes. And so you can plan your schedule as well as possible, we’ve picked out the six matches you absolutely can’t afford to miss!Brazil vs Japan - Monday 29 June (7pm)It’s one of the most intriguing
  
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• Club World Cup: 6 round-of-32 ties you can’t miss 🔥

  28-06-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Club World Cup: 6 round-of-32 ties you can’t miss 🔥It’s going to be fire!Here we go! The knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup kicks off this Sunday evening with the round of 32.With this new format, plenty of big clashes are already on the schedule. And so you can plan your calendar as best as possible, we’ve picked out the six must-watch matchups you absolutely can’t miss!Brazil vs Japan - Monday, June 29 (7pm)It’s one of the most intriguing clashes of this
  
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• Barcelona defensive talent focused on staying at club despite growing interest

  28-06-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona defensive talent focused on staying at club despite growing interestAlvaro Cortes has attracted increasing interest from clubs across Spain and Europe, but the young defender remains fully committed to continuing his development at Barcelona, repors Mundo Deportivo.Several clubs from both La Liga and Segunda Division, as well as teams from other European leagues, have already made enquiries about the centre-back after his impressive performances for Barça Atletic and his breakth
  
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• Real Madrid offered the services of 26-year-old Juventus star – report

  28-06-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid offered the services of 26-year-old Juventus star – reportJuventus and Dusan Vlahovic have been maintaining a strained relationship for a while now, with the player looking for an exit from the Serie A side this summer.Juventus have offered the player a renewal proposal but the player is far from accepting it as he continues to look for a new opportunity to move ahead in his career.Needless to say, the development has not gone down well with Juventus who have now handed him a d
  
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• Hornchurch bring in defender Moralee

  28-06-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hornchurch have signed former Bromley defender Frankie Moralee.The 20-year-old, the son of former Millwall and Watford forward Jamie, was released by the League One side earlier this summer.Moralee did not make a senior appearance for the Ravens but had loan spells with non-league AFC Whyteleafe and Cray Wanderers."He is a good size, with a good physical stamp, who reads the game and we're looking to helping develop his career now and moving forward," boss Daryl McMahon told the club's website.T
  
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• Out-of-this-world Messi marches on, Canada prepare for the biggest game in their history

  28-06-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Out-of-this-world Messi marches on, Canada prepare for the biggest game in their historyWith the group stage now in the books, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to enter its most unforgiving phase.Most of the pre-tournament heavyweights, including France and Argentina, have made it through to the round of 32.However, the road to the knockout stage has not been without controversy. Read on as we dive into the standout stories making headlines at the World Cup.Historic battle set to unfold in Los Ang
  
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• Southend sign Merthyr midfielder Twamley

  28-06-2026 14:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Southend United have signed Merthyr Town midfielder Lewys Twamley on a two-year deal, with a club option for a third year.The 22-year-old scored 16 goals in 46 National League North appearances last season.The former Wales Under-19 international started his career with Newport County.Shrimpers boss Kieron Dyer told the club's website: "Lewys had a remarkable season last year. For any player to have over 30 goal involvements in one season is truly incredible."
  
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• Sørloth, Almada and Giménez exits to shape Atlético’s transfer budget

  28-06-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sørloth, Almada and Giménez exits to shape Atlético’s transfer budgetMarca report that Atlético Madrid are contending with a tangled web of outgoing transfer situations this summer, with potential departures across multiple positions – José Giménez, Clément Lenglet, Alexander Sørloth and Thiago Almada all identified as players whose futures at the club are in serious doubt – conditioning how much room sporting director Mat
  
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• Real Madrid willing to sell Aurelien Tchouameni this summer

  28-06-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid willing to sell Aurelien Tchouameni this summerAfter a fast start to the summer with four new signings, Real Madrid have decided to shift their focus to exits. They have already parted ways with Dani Ceballos after agreeing a mutual contract termination, and he may not be the only midfielder to leave the Bernabeu before the transfer window closes at the end of August.Eduardo Camavinga has been linked with a departure, and the same can also be said for compatriot Aurelien Tchouameni.
  
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• Chelsea explore surprise move for Pep Chavarria after Marc Cucurella departure

  28-06-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea explore surprise move for Pep Chavarria after Marc Cucurella departureChelsea have reportedly stepped up their search for a new left-back after Marc Cucurella’s departure, with Rayo Vallecano defender Pep Chavarría emerging as a potential summer target.The Premier League club have already made initial contact to assess the conditions of a possible deal for the 28-year-old Spaniard.Although no formal bid has been submitted, Chelsea are understood to be closely monitoring the
  
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• Notts County sign Stoke midfielder Lipsiuc

  28-06-2026 14:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Darius Lipsiuc started his career with St Patrick's Athletic [Getty Images]Notts County have signed Stoke City midfielder Darius Lipsiuc for an undisclosed fee on a three-year deal.The 20-year-old Republic of Ireland Under-21 international scored eight goals in 33 National League appearances on loan at Solihull Moors last season."He's a powerful, athletic and aggressive midfielder who's capable of scoring goals and playing in a number of roles, either in the middle or out wide," director of foot
  
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• Kone not interested in joining Atletico Madrid

  28-06-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kone not interested in joining Atletico MadridWith the financial year ending on June 30th, the Giallorossi management is busy finding the best solutions to meet the parameters set by the Settlement Agreement with UEFA. In addition to incoming deals, attention is also focused on potential exits, with some deals that could prove crucial to redressing the club’s finances and allowing it to move closer to its target capital gains.According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Manu Koné is one of
  
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