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• Three Serie A Players to Watch at the World Cup

  11-06-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three Serie A Players to Watch at the World CupThe World Cup is finally here, and for Italian supporters, the tournament will be bittersweet. On the one hand, the showpiece is a festival of football, the beautiful game’s biggest party. On the other hand, it’s a party that Italy have not been invited to for the third straight edition. In fact, 2026 marks 12 long years since the four-time champions last ventured out onto this storied stage, and by the time the 2030 spectacle rolls arou
  
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• Interview | USMNT & Monaco forward Folarin Balogun: ‘If you score a lot of goals in the World Cup and you take your country far, it can change the direction of your career.’

  12-06-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Interview | USMNT & Monaco forward Folarin Balogun: ‘If you score a lot of goals in the World Cup and you take your country far, it can change the direction of your career.’Before he headed over to the US, Get French Football News spoke with AS Monaco and USMNT forward Folarin Balogun (24) ahead of this summer’s FIFA World Cup.What does it mean for you to represent your country at the World Cup this summer? It’s a big, big opportunity. There’s a g
  
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• William Saliba and Adrien Rabiot miss France first-team training

  12-06-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  William Saliba and Adrien Rabiot miss France first-team trainingWilliam Saliba and Adrien Rabiot were not involved in France’s first-team training session on Thursday, as per a report from L’Équipe.Saliba is currently managing back pain. Prior to flying to the US, there had been fears that the Arsenal defender’s FIFA World Cup dreams could be curtailed by the issue. However, the severity of the problem has been downplayed by Didier Deschamps and France’s medic
  
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• Jose Mourinho adds 24-year-old versatile Portuguese defender to Real Madrid wishlist

  12-06-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho adds 24-year-old versatile Portuguese defender to Real Madrid wishlistReal Madrid may have already strengthened their defence this summer, but their recruitment plans appear far from complete.According to journalist Ramon Alvarez de Mon, Benfica defender Tomas Araujo is among the names that Jose Mourinho has personally recommended to the Real Madrid hierarchy as the club continues to assess options for another defensive addition.While no concrete move has been made at this stage, t
  
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• Dino Toppmoller to be named Pierre Sage’s replacement at RC Lens

  12-06-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dino Toppmoller to be named Pierre Sage’s replacement at RC LensPierre Sage’s move to Crystal Palace has yet to be confirmed, however, RC Lens already look to have found their replacement in the form of Dino Toppmoller. Sage led Lens to a second-place finish in Ligue 1 and to the Coupe de France title, however, having won the latter back at the end of May, he sowed seeds of doubt regarding his future. Crystal Palace, in the market for a new manager following the exit of Oliver G
  
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• Confirmed: Bayer Leverkusen beat Barcelona to signature of German wonderkid

  12-06-2026 10:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Bayer Leverkusen beat Barcelona to signature of German wonderkidBarcelona have missed out on one of the most interesting young midfielders in Germany, with Kennet Eichhorn set to continue his development at Bayer Leverkusen.The 16-year-old Hertha Berlin talent had attracted attention from several major European clubs after emerging as one of the brightest prospects in German football.Barcelona were among the teams monitoring him, alongside the likes of Liverpool, Manchester City, Baye
  
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• World Cup 2026 fixtures, results and group tables

  12-06-2026 10:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup sees 48 nations divided into 12 groups for the first time in the tournament’s long history. Co-hosts Mexico, USA and Canada are the top seeds in Groups A, B and D respectively, while Scotland are in Group C with Brazil, Morocco and Haiti, and England are all the way down in Group L with Croatia, Ghana and Panama.Mexico's Raul Jimenez celebrates scoring their second goal at the World Cup 2026 (Reuters)The top two sides in each group will qualify for the World Cup’s first
  
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• Thomas Tuchel discusses impact of Man City transfer talk on England midfielder Elliot Anderson

  12-06-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel discusses impact of Man City transfer talk on England midfielder Elliot AndersonEngland boss Thomas Tuchel says Man City interest should act as a push for Elliot AndersonGerman confirms his assistant has spoken to the midfielder, who wants to join Man CityAnderson impressed in England’s friendly win vs Costa Rica after solid season at City GroundThomas Tuchel has addressed Manchester City’s pursuit of Elliot Anderson at the FIFA World Cup, insisting the transfer interes
  
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• Liverpool and Arsenal target Bradley Barcola to be allowed to leave PSG

  12-06-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool and Arsenal target Bradley Barcola to be allowed to leave PSGBradley Barcola (23), a reported target for Liverpool and Arsenal, will be allowed to leave Paris Saint-Germain this summer, as per a report from L’Équipe.Barcola has become more of a backup option for PSG in recent months. The France international is best off the left, where Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has become undroppable for the big games. His current contract runs until 2028. However, talks over a contract e
  
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• The World Cup could revive US tourism – if America lets it

  12-06-2026 10:22 via travel.yahoo.com
  
  A month ago, things were not looking good for US World Cup travel. A rather depressing report from the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) showed hotel bookings were sluggish, with 80 per cent of respondents in host cities reporting they were tracking below initial forecasts, thanks to international travel barriers, rising costs and Fifa cancelling block bookings.It was not all doom and gloom, however. The AHLA suggested there was still a “meaningful opportunity ahead”. A
  
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• What are World Cup's red card suspension rules?

  12-06-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Players receiving a red card in the 2026 World Cup will receive a one-match suspension.This applies to both straight red cards and red cards that are the result of the same player being cautioned twice.Fifa does hold the right to impose "further sanctions" if it deems it necessary.During the opening game of the tournament, three red cards were shown.It means that South Africa's Yaya Sithole and Themba Zwane will miss their side's match against the Czech Republic, while Mexico defender Cesar
  
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• Real Madrid megastar has a different World Cup obsession and it isn’t just the trophy

  12-06-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid megastar has a different World Cup obsession and it isn’t just the trophyWinning the World Cup with Brazil remains the biggest objective for Vinicius Jr. this summer, but the Real Madrid superstar could also be playing for something else that may influence his future at the club.As reported by Mundo Deportivo, the Brazilian forward sees the tournament as a golden opportunity to strengthen his position in ongoing contract discussions with Real Madrid. With his current deal
  
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• Gasperini holds one-on-one video call with Greenwood

  12-06-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gasperini holds one-on-one video call with GreenwoodGian Piero Gasperini dreams of embracing Mason Greenwood as early as the July 13th training camp. The Grugliasco-born coach believes the English winger is the right player to make a qualitative leap in attack, in a department that relied on Soulé’s play in the first half of the season and Malen’s in the second half of the season. Marseille continues to demand €50 million plus €5 million in bonuses for the 2001-born
  
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• Ethan Nwaneri scores for England in final Word Cup warmup game

  12-06-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ethan Nwaneri scores for England in final Word Cup warmup gameNwaneri is expected to leave the camp this weekend when England move to their tournament base in Kansas City.Photo by David Rogers/Getty ImagesEthan Nwaneri scored for England in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Miami FC at their training ground, with Thomas Tuchel’s side winning 6-0 as their World Cup preparations continued.Nwaneri was called up by England manager Tuchel as part of the squad’s preparations for this
  
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• Barcelona had one major reason for ignoring the chance to sign Real Madrid-bound midfielder

  12-06-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona had one major reason for ignoring the chance to sign Real Madrid-bound midfielderBarcelona’s pursuit of Bernardo Silva has been going on for a few weeks now, with the Portuguese midfielder now a free agent after leaving Manchester City.Bernardo had been one of the names under consideration as Barcelona explored ways to strengthen the squad for Hansi Flick.The Portuguese international was viewed as an attractive market opportunity due to his experience at the highest level, his ve
  
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• Soule tempted by Borussia but favors Premier League move

  12-06-2026 10:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Soule tempted by Borussia but favors Premier League moveMatias Soulé could leave Roma before June 30th. The Argentine winger risks losing out if the Giallorossi were to swoop in for Greenwood. Gasperini seems to want something different from the 2003-born striker in attack, which is why the former Frosinone player’s agent, Martin Guastadisegno, visited Trigoria yesterday. Soulé’s team wants to understand the Argentine winger’s future and evaluate potential offers,
  
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• Manchester City make enquiry about Chelsea’s Malo Gusto

  12-06-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City make enquiry about Chelsea’s Malo GustoHaving missed out on all forms of European football, Chelsea will be obliged to make sales this summer. There are plenty of ‘bankable’ assets in their squad, and one of them, Enzo Fernandez, is being heavily linked with an exit from Stamford Bridge this summer. As per a report from L’Équipe, Malo Gusto (23) is another player who could leave Chelsea over the summer. The France international, picke
  
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• A bitter blow: Liverpool now want star to stay but it might be too late

  12-06-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A bitter blow: Liverpool now want star to stay but it might be too lateLiverpool now hope one star will stay at the club but is it too late?Liverpool have said goodbye to a few stars already ahead of the summer. Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson got their grand farewells on the final day of the season, and we've since seen Ibrahima Konate agree a move to Real Madrid.But the exits won't stop there. Liverpool will continue to reshape their squad and sign off on some difficult goodbyes.One of those
  
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• Juventus could resume Vlahovic contract talks with Carnevali

  12-06-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus could resume Vlahovic contract talks with CarnevaliWith Giovanni Carnevali replacing Damien Comolli as Juventus’ CEO, Gazzetta reports that the Bianconeri could resume contract talks with Dusan Vlahovic.Juventus are ready for a new revolution, as Comolli is expected to resign today at an extraordinary board of directors meeting.Juventus to make new Vlahovic attempt?The French director has only spent one season at the Allianz Stadium and will be replaced by Giovanni Carnevali.Accor
  
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• Eredivisie players at the 2026 World Cup: Strikers

  12-06-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eredivisie players at the 2026 World Cup: StrikersThe 2026 World Cup has kicked off, with the Netherlands not starting their campaign until the weekend against Japan. However, plenty of Eredivisie players are set to be in action. We’ve looked at the goalkeepers, defenders and midfielders, now its the turn of the strikers. Wout Weghorst – NetherlandsA surprise addition to the Dutch squad given his form for Ajax, Wout Weghorst has long been a favourite of Dutch national team coaches. D
  
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• Arsenal interested in Roma’s Manu Koné

  12-06-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal interested in Roma’s Manu KonéPremier League champions Arsenal are interested in AS Roma midfielder Manu Koné (25), as per a report from L’Équipe.Koné’s contract with Roma runs until 2029 and he remains a key part of the squad, however, it is out of financial obligation that the Italian side may be forced into a sale this coming summer, Il Corrierre dello Sport reported last month.Roma need to make sales in order to comply with UEFA&rsqu
  
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• Salary dispute threatens to delay Barcelona outcast’s permanent move

  12-06-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Salary dispute threatens to delay Barcelona outcast’s permanent moveBarcelona are edging closer to offloading Ansu Fati on a permanent basis, but one significant obstacle continues to stand in the way of completing the deal.According to SPORT, Monaco remain fully committed to signing the Spanish forward after his loan spell, and the French club have every intention of activating the purchase option included in the agreement. However, despite both clubs largely being on the same page,
  
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• Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe on PSG’s UCL glory: ‘I quickly congratulated them’

  12-06-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe on PSG’s UCL glory: ‘I quickly congratulated them’Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has made one thing abundantly clear ahead of France’s World Cup campaign: personal records mean little if they do not lead to collective success.The Real Madrid superstar, in a recent interview, delivered a series of comments regarding the World Cup and also about Paris Saint-Germain winning the Champions League.While Mbappe is already among the most pro
  
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• “I keep hearing…” – Rio Ferdinand believes Liverpool are about to sign World Cup star

  12-06-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “I keep hearing…” – Rio Ferdinand believes Liverpool are about to sign World Cup starRio Ferdinand fuels Liverpool transfer talk as Yan Diomande prepares for World Cup spotlightLiverpool’s recruitment team will be watching the 2026 World Cup closely over the coming weeks, and one player attracting growing attention is RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande.The 19-year-old heads into the tournament following a breakthrough campaign in Germany and has become one of the most
  
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• 🎥 Highlights from the first World Cup day: Mexico and South Korea rejoice!

  12-06-2026 09:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Highlights from the first World Cup day: Mexico and South Korea rejoice!The first two of a total of 104 World Cup matches are in the books. On Thursday evening, co-host Mexico opened the tournament with a 2-0 win over South Africa.A few hours later — at an ungodly hour from a German perspective — South Korea then claimed a 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic.The World Cup continues tonight at 9 p.m. with the match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina. During the night
  
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• FIFA facing empty seats as 2026 World Cup begins

  12-06-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA facing empty seats as 2026 World Cup beginsThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is now underway, and billions of people around the world will be tuning in. But the event has been somewhat overshadowed by a long-running ticket scandal which has priced out the average fan.Now, with the tournament underway, and despite the intense demand, FIFA, and their President Gianni Infantino, are going to face the problem of having empty seats at the biggest tournament in the world. Even with the world converging on
  
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• What's Alonso's vision?

  12-06-2026 09:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked you to send in your Chelsea questions for our reporter Nizaar Kinsella before the summer transfer window opens.In the first part of a special Q&A, he discusses Xabi Alonso's short-term vision and the chances of targeting Bayer Leverkusen players.Jordan asked: With Xabi Alonso supposedly having more say in transfer business and the squad makeup, is there any sense of his vision for the short term? We have our own ideas of what needs strengthening as fans, but I wou
  
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• Al-Hilal forward emerges as ‘low-cost’ option for Barcelona; player waiting for an offer

  12-06-2026 09:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Al-Hilal forward emerges as ‘low-cost’ option for Barcelona; player waiting for an offerBarcelona’s search for a new goalscorer could be taking an unexpected turn, with fresh reports suggesting Darwin Nunez has emerged as a potential alternative if the club fails to land its priority target this summer.According to Mundo Deportivo, the Uruguayan striker is aware that his name has been discussed within Barcelona’s hierarchy and is now waiting to discover whether the Catala
  
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• Two Champions League clubs want deal for €20m Liverpool forward

  12-06-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Two Champions League clubs want deal for €20m Liverpool forwardLiverpool are making big changes to their frontline this summer. One-v-one quality out wide is seen as a priority - with no shortage of top names linked with an Anfield move.Yan Diomande is reportedly top of the list with the RB Leipzig winger valued at around €100m. Then there’s Bradley Barcola and Francisco Trincao - two other big-name players set to be made available by their respective clubs this summer.One of the
  
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• Real Madrid veteran opens up on contract talks and Mourinho return: ‘Would like to finish my career here’

  12-06-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid veteran opens up on contract talks and Mourinho return: ‘Would like to finish my career here’Thibaut Courtois has delivered a clear message regarding his future at Real Madrid, with the veteran goalkeeper admitting that his dream is to remain at the Santiago Bernabeu until the end of his playing career.The Belgian international addressed several topics while speaking during a press conference with his national team, including his contract situation, Real Madrid’s lo
  
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