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• The surreal possibility hanging over Iran’s perilous World Cup campaign

  15-06-2026 13:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Delving into the history books, glazing over a 96-year story of international football’s top-tier event, not much looks out of place in analysing Iraq’s triumvirate of one-goal defeats at the 1986 World Cup. Nor Argentina’s disappointing second group stage exit in 1982, when Diego Maradona first flirted with the globe’s greatest stage. Yet their significance, some four decades on, is now pertinent as the tournament takes place in the United States. Back then, Argentina an
  
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• PSG academy product set to sign for Manchester City

  16-06-2026 00:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG academy product set to sign for Manchester CityParis Saint-Germain academy product Hermann Malonga (18) is set to sign his first professional contract at Manchester City, as per a report from Le Parisien.Last summer, it was Mahamadou Sangaré who left PSG to sign for Manchester City. The centre-forward impressed with the academy side, notably in the UEFA Youth League, and he now looks set to be joined in Greater Manchester by another Titi Parisien.Le Parisien understands
  
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• Darwin Nunez to Liverpool? Fresh update emerges on shock return claim

  16-06-2026 00:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Darwin Nunez to Liverpool? Fresh update emerges on shock return claimDarwin Nunez has been linked with a sensational return to Liverpool.Reports had claimed that the move would not be confirmed yet as Nunez is focused on representing Uruguay at the World CupJournalist Fabrizio Romano has now debunked the reports, stating that there have been no negotiation between Nunez’s representatives and the Reds.He said on his YouTube channel: “My information is that those close to Darwin and th
  
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• Lyon reach agreement to sign Mads Bidstrup

  16-06-2026 00:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lyon reach agreement to sign Mads BidstrupOlympique Lyonnais have reached an agreement with Red Bull Salzburg for the signing of their captain, Mads Bidstrup (25), as per a report from L’Équipe. Lyon are preparing to participate in the preliminary rounds of the UEFA Champions League. As the transfer window opens, they are already strengthening their squad. Kail Boudache’s arrival has already been confirmed. The winger has joined on a free transfer from OGC Nice. Juli
  
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• 🎥 WC highlights: Vozinho unbeatable, Spain foiled by Cape Verde

  15-06-2026 23:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 WC highlights: Vozinho unbeatable, Spain foiled by Cape VerdeCape Verde is writing a little football fairy tale at its first World Cup. Against the mighty Spaniards, the African island nation pulled off a sensation. Even though no goals were scored, this World Cup match had plenty of chances in store. But there was no getting past Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinho. For one of the tournament favorites, Spain, the pressure to succeed has now increased even further after the draw in thei
  
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• Lyon reach agreement to sign Borussia Dortmund’s Julien Duranville

  15-06-2026 23:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lyon reach agreement to sign Borussia Dortmund’s Julien DuranvilleOlympique Lyonnais have reached an agreement to sign Borussia Dortmund winger Julien Duranville (20), according to a report from L’Équipe. Lyon had been targeting the Belgium international as a replacement for Malick Fofana, who had been expected to depart. Ultimately, however, he looks set to replace Afonso Moreira. The Portuguese winger looks to be closing in on a €32m move to Bayer Leverkusen j
  
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• VAR official says hand gesture was 'involuntary, subconscious twitch'

  15-06-2026 23:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Video assistant referee Shaun Evans has denied "intentionally" making a hand gesture "to communicate a message, affiliation, game or belief of any kind" after he was cleared by a Fifa investigation.Evans says the gesture was a "an involuntary, subconscious twitch" that he was "unaware" of.The Australian could be seen making the fingers of his right hand into a upside down 'OK' sign when Fifa cut to a shot of the VAR team at the referee hub in Dallas before Germany's 7-1 win over Curacao on Sunda
  
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• Romelu Lukaku proves key as Belgium salvage point against Egypt

  15-06-2026 23:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Romelu Lukuku shrugged off fitness concerns to help spare Belgium’s embarrassment as they fought back for a 1-1 draw against Egypt in their opening match of the World Cup in Seattle.Lukaku, his country’s record goalscorer, was introduced in the 66th minute and within seconds was involved in the move that saw Mohamed Hany prod in an own goal to bring the two-time semi-finalists back on level terms.Egypt had started brightly and snatched the lead in the 20th minute when Emam Ashour las
  
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• Dovbyk remains popular in Spain and Germany

  15-06-2026 23:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dovbyk remains popular in Spain and GermanyArtem Dovbyk’s future continues to be one of the hottest topics in the Giallorossi transfer market.Spain isn’t the only country interested in Dovbyk. A German club is reportedly closely monitoring the striker’s situation, evaluating the possibility of making a move in the coming weeks. According to Il Tempo, this interest further broadens the range of options for the Giallorossi’s number 9, who is increasingly at the center of su
  
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• Monaco’s Kassoum Ouattara attracting Premier League and Turkish interest

  15-06-2026 23:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Monaco’s Kassoum Ouattara attracting Premier League and Turkish interestAS Monaco’s Kassoum Ouattara is attracting interest from the Premier League and Turkey, as per a report from Foot Mercato. Ouattara is unlikely to be Monaco’s first choice left-back next season. Caio Henrique could remain at the Principality club, despite being linked with an exit. The impending arrival of Filipe Luis could prove pivotal. Another Lusophone, Nazinho, is also set to arrive from part
  
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• Official | OGC Nice academy product Kail Boudache signs for Lyon

  15-06-2026 23:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | OGC Nice academy product Kail Boudache signs for LyonKail Boudache (19) has signed his first professional contract with Olympique Lyonnais, rather than formative club Olympique Lyonnais. Boudache ensured that he left a parting gift at Nice. He netted the goal that put Le Gym ahead in their Ligue 1 promotion/ relegation play-off against AS Saint-Étienne at the end of May. It ensured that the club remained in France’s top flight. That was his third goal
  
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• ‘He’s now an idol’: How Merlin the duck became Mexico’s viral World Cup ‘mascot’

  15-06-2026 23:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mexico's World Cup-opening victory over South Africa saw goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez, but it was an unexpected feathered friend who truly stole the show. Merlin, a two-year-old duck, swiftly became an internet sensation and the tournament’s inaugural unofficial mascot.Dressed in the national team’s colours, complete with a miniature jersey and socks, Merlin paraded through Mexico City amidst thousands of jubilant fans. Images of the sartori
  
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• Olivier Pantaloni to be named OGC Nice manager

  15-06-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Olivier Pantaloni to be named OGC Nice managerOlivier Pantaloni is set to be named the new manager of OGC Nice on a two-year deal, as per a report from Ouest-France. Nice survived in Ligue 1 by the skin of their teeth by beating AS Saint-Étienne in a two-legged promotion/ relegation play-off. It was Claude Puel who presided over the club’s decline towards the relegation zone, having been appointed on an interim basis back in December.However, he will not remain in his post
  
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• Leeds United Lead The Race For 29-Year-Old Winger: Is He The Right Profile For Farke?

  15-06-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United Lead The Race For 29-Year-Old Winger: Is He The Right Profile For Farke?The bookies have Leeds United as favourites to snap up Harry Wilson on a free, reports Wales Online. His Fulham contract runs down on June 30, and Marco Silva’s sudden departure for Benfica has thrown a massive spanner in the works at Craven Cottage. Tony Khan is trying to tie the 29-year-old winger down to a new deal, but Wilson is stalled. He wants to see who gets the Fulham manager job first.Leeds Unite
  
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• Belgium come back to draw with Egypt in World Cup

  15-06-2026 23:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA World CupBelgium 1 - 1 Egypt FTA second-half own goal denied Egypt a first ever World Cup win as Belgium rescued a point from their Group G opener in Seattle.The Pharaohs took the lead in the 21st minute through Al Ahly midfielder Emam Ashour, who thundered a 20-yard strike into the bottom corner past Thibaut Courtois.But Thomas Meunier's low cross was turned into his own net by Egypt defender Mohamed Hany in the 66th minute, under pressure from substitute Romelu Lukaku.Egypt were backed by
  
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• Real make Fernandes contact - Tuesday's gossip

  15-06-2026 23:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid make Mateus Fernandes contact, Manchester United not willing to meet West Ham's asking price and Bayern Munich to sign Ismael Saibari.Real Madrid have made contact regarding a move for West Ham's Mateus Fernandes but Manchester United remain frontrunners for the Portugal midfielder, 21. (Teamtalk)Manchester United are not prepared to meet West Ham's asking price for Fernandes, which is about £80m, but he is also a target for Paris St-Germain as well as Real Madrid. (Mirror)Baye
  
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• Man City World Cup 2026 Watch: Jeremy Doku and Omar Marmoush clash in Belgium vs Egypt

  15-06-2026 23:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City World Cup 2026 Watch: Jeremy Doku and Omar Marmoush clash in Belgium vs EgyptBelgium and Egypt opened their FIFA World Cup accounts in Seattle on Monday night with a 1-1 draw involving Manchester City duo Jeremy Doku and Omar Marmoush.An unfortunate second-half defensive error derailed Egypt’s quest for a first-ever World Cup victory as Belgium fought back to claim a 1-1 draw in their Group G opener at Seattle Stadium.The Pharaohs ignited their contingent of West Coast supporters
  
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• I'll keep gambling with fitness for England - Saka

  15-06-2026 23:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bukayo Saka has made 49 appearances for England [Getty Images]Bukayo Saka says he will continue gambling with his fitness and is "ready to go" for England's World Cup opener against Croatia on Wednesday. The Arsenal winger has been carrying an Achilles injury since March and had game-time managed for both Arsenal and the Three Lions. Saka missed the March international break with the issue and seven games for the Gunners but returned to help his club side lift the Premier League title for the fi
  
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• Report: Roma inquire about Augbsurg talent Mert Komur

  15-06-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Roma inquire about Augbsurg talent Mert KomurMert Komur is one of the new names emerging in the Roma transfer market. The young Augsburg midfielder is reportedly being monitored at Trigoria. According to ‘90Plus’, the Giallorossi are closely monitoring the 2006-born player, considered one of the most exciting prospects in German football. Roma, however, isn’t the only one to have taken notice. There’s significant competition brewing around Komur. RB Leipzig, Porto
  
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• Everton Face Tough Battle To Sign £20m Player: Is He The Right Man For David Moyes?

  15-06-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Face Tough Battle To Sign £20m Player: Is He The Right Man For David Moyes?The negotiations have stopped. Everton want Hayden Hackney, but Middlesbrough are refusing to budge on their asking price. It is turning into a proper summer saga. The Toffees have already seen two distinct bids knocked back by the Teesside club. First came a £12m package, followed quickly by a £15m offer. Both were swatted away without a second thought. According to the Liverpool Echo, formal co
  
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• Ndoye remains a potential target for Roma

  15-06-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ndoye remains a potential target for RomaRoma are looking for strikers to partner Malen. The Giallorossi have their eyes set on the Premier League, the same league where they found the Dutch striker, who scored 14 goals in 18 Serie A matches. The only player the club isn’t interested in is Summerville, who scored yesterday at the World Cup against the Netherlands. The West Ham winger seems very demanding, and the cost risks becoming almost prohibitive, given Roma’s desire to lower th
  
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• Massara could end up at Juve after leaving Roma

  15-06-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Massara could end up at Juve after leaving RomaJuventus, after making Comolli’s departure and Carnevali’s arrival official, is looking for a new transfer manager under the former Sassuolo director. Evidence points to Matteo Tognozzi, who was also linked to Roma before Tony D’Amico. Frederic Massara is also being considered. The former AC Milan sporting director has left the capital and is free to begin a new adventure after a difficult year with the Giallorossi.Juventus is push
  
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• Belgium saved by Romelu Lukaku’s instant impact off the bench

  15-06-2026 23:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Belgium saved by Romelu Lukaku’s instant impact off the benchBelgium opened their 2026 World Cup campaign against Egypt, arguably their toughest opponent in the Group Stages. An entertaining game between the two nations finished all square, a result that shouldn’t stop Belgium from qualifying for the next round. Throughout the first half, Egypt brought far more intensity and desire against a Belgian side that looked slightly surprised by how much more their opponents seemed to want t
  
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• 2026 World Cup: Belgium denies Egypt's first tournament win, forces 1-1 draw

  15-06-2026 22:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SEATTLE — Egypt will have to wait a little longer for its first World Cup win. Despite going up early against Belgium to kick off Group G play, the Red Devils were able to snatch back an equalizer against the Pharaohs after forcing an own goal in the second half.Monday afternoon's game marked the first World Cup match in Seattle Stadium (normally Lumen Field), with the matchup setting up a packed, red-decked crowd — the color of both team's primary jerseys.Eye test-wise, more of thos
  
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• Not Tahirovic | Celtic Plot Move For This Bosnian Midfield Ace: Why They Must Secure His Services

  15-06-2026 22:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Not Tahirovic | Celtic Plot Move For This Bosnian Midfield Ace: Why They Must Secure His ServicesIf a recent report from The Scottish Sun is believed to be true, Celtic are keeping close tabs on Ivan Basic ahead of a potential summer move. The Astana midfield ace is currently representing Bosnia and Herzegovina in the ongoing FIFA World Cup and will be closely monitored in their remaining Group stage encounters against Switzerland and Qatar, having impressed in a 1-1 draw with Canada.The 24-year
  
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• Aston Villa Handed Real Opportunity To Sign 23-Year-Old: What Should Emery Do?

  15-06-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Handed Real Opportunity To Sign 23-Year-Old: What Should Emery Do?AS Roma are in a proper mess. A report from Sport Witness claims that the Italian club must find roughly €80m in capital gains before June 30 to satisfy UEFA’s financial regulators. It is a mad scramble. Because of this, Matias Soule is on the chopping block. The 23-year-old Argentine bagged six goals and five assists in 29 Serie A matches this term, but a sluggish second half of the campaign left management
  
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• World Cup 2026: Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay – Napoli’s Olivera and other famous ex-Serie A stars feature

  15-06-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup 2026: Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay – Napoli’s Olivera and other famous ex-Serie A stars featureSaudi Arabia vs Uruguay takes place in Miami this evening, with two sides who will be eager to pick up the three points, given the shocking draw earlier today between tournament favourites Spain and debutants Cape Verde.Either side can move top of Group H today with a win.Saudi Arabia only have one Serie A connections in their team, with right-back Saud Abdulhamid, formerly of Roma, in
  
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• Netherlands And Sweden Walk Into Houston With Group F Already Tilted

  15-06-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Netherlands And Sweden Walk Into Houston With Group F Already TiltedNetherlands vs Sweden arrives on June 20 at Houston Stadium, with Group F already taking shape, with damage and a little suspicion. Sweden has three points after a 5-1 win over Tunisia at Estadio Monterrey on June 14, while the Netherlands has one after twice losing a lead in a 2-2 draw with Japan at Dallas Stadium on the same date. FIFA lists the match as a 12:00 kickoff in Houston and 19:00 kickoffs in Amsterdam and Stockholm,
  
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• Liverpool closing in on historic transfer that will change everything

  15-06-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool closing in on historic transfer that will change everythingLiverpool are reportedly closing in on a transfer from their arch rivals. For much of their history, Everton and Liverpool have shared more than just a city. During the early years, there was a lot of merry-go round between the two clubs.There have been a total of 29 senior-level footballers making the switch between the two clubs.While such moves were once relatively common even in the 1980s and 1990s, the landscape of footbal
  
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• The 40-year-old keeper who inspired Cape Verde's historic debut

  15-06-2026 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As the final whistle rang out around the Atlanta Stadium, the cameras cut to Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha.Tears streamed down the 40-year-old's face as the magnitude of what he had just achieved was starting to sink in.The stands erupted and thousands of Cape Verde supporters, who had carried their team with relentless noise for 90 minutes, celebrated together - hugging, dancing, and relishing the result.On the pitch, players raced towards each other in complete joy. Even the neutrals had been
  
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