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• Talks ongoing between Roma-Remo Freuler

  24-06-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Talks ongoing between Roma-Remo FreulerRemo Freuler could represent the perfect opportunity for Roma’s midfield. The Swiss is a favorite of Gian Piero Gasperini, and the two men share a well-known mutual respect. The former Atalanta midfielder’s contract with Bologna is expiring, and his future is currently uncertain. The Roman club could seize the opportunity and sign him on a free transfer.As reported by Tuttomercatoweb, Freuler has received several inquiries, and he’s also a
  
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• Michael Edwards is building a Liverpool super team

  25-06-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Michael Edwards is building a Liverpool super teamMichael Edwards is now building a super team for Liverpool. Michael Edwards has come under a bit more scrutiny recently.Since returning as FSG’s Head of Football Operations, Edwards has been heavily involved in shaping the club’s strategy, including overseeing a significant amount of spending last summer.When things don't quite work-out, you are going to be under the pressure and so far the results have been mixed. Sure, a Premier Lea
  
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• Report: Aston Villa consider £56m raid as Newcastle exodus set to continue

  25-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report: Aston Villa consider £56m raid as Newcastle exodus set to continueAston Villa Transfer News: Woltemade Question Poses Emery DilemmaVilla Monitor Newcastle StrikerAston Villa’s summer planning has been given another intriguing subplot, with AS credited for the original information that Unai Emery’s side are among the clubs keeping tabs on Newcastle United striker Nick Woltemade.The report places Villa alongside Borussia Dortmund and Atletico Madrid in the queue of admire
  
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• Inter Milan ready to do ‘anything’ to sign former Real Madrid academy graduate

  25-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Inter Milan ready to do ‘anything’ to sign former Real Madrid academy graduateNico Paz’s future has become quite the saga this summer, but not for the reasons initially expected by the Real Madrid faithful.As a former academy graduate of Los Blancos, Paz enjoyed exceeding success during his time at Como. Aware of the development, Real Madrid were said even to have an agreement in place to bring him home.Jose Mourinho’s appointment and the manager’s clear demand to s
  
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• Cucurella opens up on failed Barcelona transfer: “There was no interest from Barça”

  25-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Cucurella opens up on failed Barcelona transfer: “There was no interest from Barça”Barcelona’s plans at left-back have become much clearer after Marc Cucurella publicly denied ever being a transfer target for the Catalan club before completing his move to Real Madrid.For weeks, reports in Spain suggested Barcelona were monitoring the Spanish international as a possible replacement if Alejandro Balde left the club during the summer transfer window. Those rumours gath
  
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• 🔥 South Africa make history, into last 32! Mexico treble, Czechia OUT! 🥹

  25-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  🔥 South Africa make history, into last 32! Mexico treble, Czechia OUT! 🥹South Africa makes history and reaches the knockout stage of a World Cup for the first time ever. In Monterrey, a 1-0 win over South Korea is enough to secure second place in Group A behind Mexico and book a clash against Canada in Los Angeles.Want to stay up to date on everything happening in the USA, Mexico and Canada? Don’t forget to bookmark the World Cup! To follow the competition, search for &ldqu
  
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• Could Manchester City be poised to enter the race to sign a Moroccan midfield sensation?

  25-06-2026 07:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  Could Manchester City be poised to enter the race to sign a Moroccan midfield sensation?At some point in the near future Manchester City will have to replace Rodri. How City go about that task isn’t immediately clear. Perhaps the best course of action is for them to sign Rodri’s replacement and let them learn from the Ballon d’Or-winning midfielder for a period of time about how to play arguably the most complex midfield role in a City side. One player who could potentially ser
  
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• Richard Hughes would be crazy to sell ‘fearless’ Liverpool star before one thing happens

  25-06-2026 07:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Richard Hughes would be crazy to sell ‘fearless’ Liverpool star before one thing happensRichard Hughes has a lot of work to do this summer.After his £450 million spend last time around, he probably thought that he'd have an easy-going summer.However, that has certainly not been the case with Andoni Iraola and Hughes already confirming their first signing of the season in Victor Munoz.But, for Liverpool to make additions to their squad, they'll need to move some players on which
  
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• Malo Gusto awaiting Enzo Maresca’s Man City appointment amid Chelsea future doubt

  25-06-2026 07:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Malo Gusto awaiting Enzo Maresca’s Man City appointment amid Chelsea future doubtGusto open to reuniting with former Chelsea boss Maresca at Man City this summerChelsea insiders confirm other top European clubs have also indicated interest in the 23-year-oldMaresca expected to be formally appointed as Manchester City manager in the coming daysManchester City may have received a significant boost to any hopes of luring Malo Gusto from Chelsea to the Etihad Stadium this summer.Gusto has esta
  
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• A new dimension seems set to be added to the Manchester City midfield

  25-06-2026 07:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  A new dimension seems set to be added to the Manchester City midfieldFor the past week, it has seemed that Manchester City are on the verge of completing a record-breaking deal to sign Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest. Fabrizio Romano reported last week that City were confident of signing the England international. Now two new reports have emerged that state City and Forest are edging closer to agreeing on a deal that will see Elliot Anderson sign for the Carabao Cup and FA Cup holders. On
  
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• World Cup highlights: Brazil brilliant, Bafana Bafana make history

  25-06-2026 07:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  World Cup highlights: Brazil brilliant, Bafana Bafana make historyIn Germany on Wednesday night into Thursday morning, there were no fewer than four World Cup matches. Brazil secured top spot in the group with a comfortable 3-0 win over Scotland, while Morocco had to work hard for a 4-2 victory against Haiti. Mexico also won its third match, beating the Czech Republic 3-0.The biggest surprise, however, came from South Africa. Bafana Bafana celebrated a 1-0 win over South Korea and qualified for
  
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• 👏 13 teams already through to the 2026 World Cup round of 32

  25-06-2026 06:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👏 13 teams already through to the 2026 World Cup round of 32With another matchday completed, it has been confirmed that 13 teams have already secured their place in the knockout stage.All three hosts have lived up to expectations, while powerhouses like Argentina, Germany, France, and Brazil remain strong contenders to reach the final. More than half of the spots are still up for grabs— which teams will join the round of 32?This article was translated into English by Artificia
  
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• World Cup Day 15 What to Watch: USMNT aims for undefeated group play; Netherlands, Japan, Sweden battle for Group F

  25-06-2026 06:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 World Cup continues Thursday with Groups D, E and F in action.It's the final day of group play for these 12 teams and places in the Round of 32 remain on the line. As teams battle to win groups or finish second, third-place spots are also up for grabs for teams that struggled in their opening two matches.The knockout round bracket will become a little more clear after Thursday as group play winds down in the competition.Here's what you need to know for Day 15 of the World Cup.Cura&ccedi
  
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• Real Betis hesitant to deepen talks for Dovbyk

  25-06-2026 06:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Betis hesitant to deepen talks for DovbykArtem Dovbyk turned 29 a few days ago, an age that in football should be synonymous with sporting success. For the Ukrainian striker, due to the physical problems he suffered last season, this isn’t the case. The former Girona player’s future, in fact, remains unclear. The Giallorossi number 9 is preparing for the training camp in Trigoria, scheduled for July 13th, with no certainty about his role in Gian Piero Gasperini’s Roma. The
  
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• 🥐☕️FC Breakfast: Yamal shows off his brother, Messi marked his birthday

  25-06-2026 06:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐☕️FC Breakfast: Yamal shows off his brother, Messi marked his birthdayTOP 10 youngest scorers in the World Cup 💎At the start of the tournament, three players have broken into the pantheon of the youngest scorers in World Cup history: Kerim Alajbegović (Bosnia), thanks to his goal last night against Qatar, Ibrahim Mbaye (Senegal), and Lamine Yamal (Spain).Yamal shows off his little brother 😅Lamine Yamal's latest Instagram story gave internet users a
  
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• 📷​🥳​ Party in Mexico! How El Tri fans celebrate in the streets

  25-06-2026 06:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📷​🥳​ Party in Mexico! How El Tri fans celebrate in the streetsAfter wrapping up a perfect group stage and securing first place in their group, Mexican fans have taken to the streets to celebrate the World Cup victory.
  From the Fan Fests to the Angel of Independence, the goals and the post-match celebrations are being enjoyed with great euphoria. A long night is expected across Mexico!This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can rea
  
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• 🇿🇦 Bafana Bafana captain opens up on what fueled shock progression

  25-06-2026 06:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🇿🇦 Bafana Bafana captain opens up on what fueled shock progressionSouth Africa have done what many thought unthinkable this summer, after Hugo Broos' side shocked Son Heung-Min's Korea Republic with a 1-0 win, sealing guaranteed progression to the knockout stage for the first time.For a nation that is perhaps best remembered on the international stage as World Cup hosts in 2010, the introduction of the Vuvuzela, and Siphiwe Tshabalala's magical opener against Mexico, fe
  
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• South Africa beat South Korea to reach knockouts for first time

  25-06-2026 05:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA World CupSouth Africa 1 - 0 South Korea FTThapelo Maseko's second-half strike made history for South Africa as they reached the World Cup knockout phase for the first time following a victory over South Korea in Monterrey.Three points moved South Africa up to second in the table, behind Mexico, and left South Korea having to cling on to hopes of getting out of the group by being one of the best third-placed sides.They will face Canada in Los Angeles on Sunday in the last 32, at 20:00 BST.It
  
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• The inspiration behind South Africa’s incredible World Cup comeback as Bafana Bafana advance

  25-06-2026 05:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  History for South Africa and the most remarkable turnaround for Bafana Bafana to lock up a place in the knockout phase at a World Cup 2026 for the first time. From the humiliation at the hands of hosts Mexico, including two red cards, to a dramatic late win on Wednesday thanks to Thapelo Maseko, to down South Korea 1-0 and leapfrog them into second.From one host to another: South Africa will next face Canada, with a shot at more history and a last 16 tie on the line, with a siege mentality. Capt
  
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• Lionel Messi’s teammates pen emotional message to Argentina captain on 39th birthday

  25-06-2026 05:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What do you getLionel Messi for his birthday? The Argentina legend has a glittering cabinet or five, packed with awards and accolades, not to mention generational wealth. But as he brought up his 39th birthday, at the World Cup 2026 no less, the defending champions, who have already qualified for the knockout stage, with their captain now the tournament's career scoring leader, celebrated his big day.Messi enjoyed a party at his country’s training base in Kansas City, Missouri, with his si
  
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• Is there a favourite? First Copa knockout tie is set

  25-06-2026 04:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Is there a favourite? First Copa knockout tie is setThe conclusion of another group, on Wednesday night (24), determined the first knockout matchup of this year’s FIFA World Cup.South Africa finished in second place in Group A and will face Canada, the runner-up in Group B, in the fight for a spot in the round of 16.The match is scheduled for next Sunday (28) in Los Angeles and will be the first of the tournament’s round-of-32 fixtures.The other teams already qualified for the knocko
  
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• Got a favourite? First Cup knockout clash is CONFIRMED

  25-06-2026 04:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Got a favourite? First Cup knockout clash is CONFIRMEDThe conclusion of another group, on the night of this Wednesday (24), defined the first knockout matchup of this year’s FIFA World Cup.South Africa finished second in Group A and will face Canada, the runner-up in Group B, for a place in the round of 16.The match is scheduled for next Sunday (28) in Los Angeles and will be the first game of the round of 32 of the tournament.The other teams already qualified for the knockout stage are st
  
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• 2026 World Cup Group A: South Africa makes knockout rounds with stunning win over South Korea

  25-06-2026 04:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  South Africa is heading to the knockout rounds of the World Cup for the first time after a 1-0 win over South Korea.Thapelo Maseko scored a 63rd-minute goal to move South Africa from last to second in Group A. The win means South Africa will play Canada on Sunday at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, in the first Round of 32 game.UNBELIEVABLE SCENES IN MONTERREY 🇿🇦SOUTH AFRICA TAKES THE LEAD OVER SOUTH KOREA! pic.twitter.com/YUq0uCTCqX— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) June 25,
  
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• 🇲🇽 Chávez and Quiñones put Mexico on course for World Cup first

  25-06-2026 04:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🇲🇽 Chávez and Quiñones put Mexico on course for World Cup first2026 World Cup co-host Mexico are well and truly in the driver's seat against Czechia in Mexico City, with El Tri firmly planting one foot in the Round of 32.
  After banking six points from six to take charge of Group A with wins over South Africa (2-0) and Korea Republic (1-0), Javier Aguirre's troops are now primed to do something they have never done before.A composed finish from 22-year-old AZ Al
  
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• 😂 His doing? Ronaldinho's blessing steals the show in Brazil match

  25-06-2026 04:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😂 His doing? Ronaldinho's blessing steals the show in Brazil matchOne of the standout figures in Brazil’s victory over Scotland this Wednesday (24) was a former player.Yes, Ronaldinho Gaúcho stole the show once again — this time by greeting the national team squad as they walked onto the field.A world champion in 2002, he welcomed the players one by one, giving a longer hug to the last man in line: Neymar.Check out how that moment went below:And some people are already
  
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• Tearful Neymar makes emotional Brazil return as Selecao advance at World Cup

  25-06-2026 04:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brazil legend Neymar made a tearful return to the field for his national side as the Selecao beat Scotland 3-0 in their final group game at the 2026World Cup. Neymar, who last played for Brazil in a World Cup qualifier against Uruguay in October 2023, was originally something of a surprise inclusion in the Brazil squad for the tournament, and missed the opening two games due to a calf injury. However, the 34-year-old recovered in time to make the bench for the final game of Group C, and with Bra
  
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• What Japan’s blueprint to win the World Cup by 2050 tells us about football’s future

  25-06-2026 04:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Japan believe they have cracked the code to becoming a football superpower and it has everything to do with joy. Four years ago the JFA released a manifesto outlining exactly how they plan to win the World Cup by 2050. As hosts, no less.The strategy is filled with the familiar ingredients of pyramid graphics and bullet points, mentions of synergy and talent identification, but the headline that sets The Japan Way apart arrives on the first page.“To become the happiest country in the world
  
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• 😎​ Blessed World Cup! The world's best are inspired

  25-06-2026 04:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😎​ Blessed World Cup! The world's best are inspiredTwo of the greatest footballers of all time and three players tipped to dominate the new generation completed a run of braces in the span of just 72 hours. The opening day of the week began with a simultaneous triple impact. Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, and Erling Haaland took to the pitch inspired and each scored a brace in their respective matches.The goalscoring baton was then picked up by the Portuguese legend, Cris
  
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• 😎​ Blessed World Cup! The world's best are in inspired form

  25-06-2026 04:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😎​ Blessed World Cup! The world's best are in inspired formTwo of the greatest footballers of all time and three who are destined to dominate the new generation completed a run of braces in the space of just 72 hours. It all began with a simultaneous triple impact. Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, and Erling Haaland took to the pitch inspired and each scored a brace in their respective matches.The Portuguese legend, Cristiano Ronaldo, was not to be left behind and contribut
  
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• World Cup 2026: For Haiti, a loss on the pitch, a win for a hurting nation

  25-06-2026 04:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ATLANTA — It was a tiny move, really, just a flick of a heel. But the heel redirected a ball into a net, and a nation in desperate need of some good news exploded in delirious delight. Haiti fell to Morocco 4-2 on Wednesday night in Atlanta, eliminated in the group stage. But that's not the real story for Les Grenadiers, who exit the World Cup with a record of zero wins, zero draws and three losses. The real story is the miracle that Haiti — at No. 87, the lowest-ranked team in
  
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