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• When do England play next at World Cup after quarter-final win over Norway?

  12-07-2026 01:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England beat Norway at the World Cup 2026 thanks to another inspired performance from Jude Bellingham earned a 2-1 win after extra-time in Miami.Thomas Tuchel's side needed a come-from-behind win after Andreas Schjelderup’s opener. But Jude Bellingham struck a controversial equaliser before half-time and the tie needed extra-time with the score level at 1-1 after 90 minutes. Norway v England LIVE: World Cup quarter-final result and reactionBellingham then followed up a shot early into extr
  
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• 🤬The Colombian Federation rejects threats against Campaz

  12-07-2026 11:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤬The Colombian Federation rejects threats against CampazThrough a statement, the Colombian organization condemns the threats received by the player and his family.
  After Colombia’s elimination against Switzerland on penalties, player Jaminton Campaz and his family received death threats, and today the Colombian Football Federation has decided to speak out on the matter.Through a statement, they completely rejected these threats against Campaz, his family, and, more generally, any p
  
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• PSG looking to pull an Adeyemi-type deal for Barcelona forward this summer – report

  12-07-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG looking to pull an Adeyemi-type deal for Barcelona forward this summer – reportThere has been much speculation surrounding Ferran Torres’ future at Barcelona, with the Spaniard now shockingly finding himself on PSG’s radar.It appears the reigning European champions want to sign Ferran as a direct replacement for the departing Goncalo Ramos – a role in which he will largely deputise for Ousmane Dembele.PSG eyeing an Adeyemi-type transferAccording to Diario SPORT, PSG i
  
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• Inter could rival Milan for Doué after Khalaili medical uncertainties

  12-07-2026 11:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter could rival Milan for Doué after Khalaili medical uncertaintiesSunday’s reports claim that Inter could challenge their city-rivals Milan to the signing of right-back Guela Doué following the concerns that cropped up during Anan Khalaili’s medical.Inter and Milan both keen on Strasbourg’s DouéInter are on the hunt for a new starting right wing-back after losing Denzel Dumfries to Real Madrid. The Nerazzurri had initially target a deal for Marco Palestr
  
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• Will England get a Bank Holiday if team wins the World Cup? Potential date revealed ahead of Argentina semi-final

  12-07-2026 11:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The government is considering an extra bank holiday if England wins the World Cup, with the final set to take place next Sunday.It is understood that Friday 24 July has been earmarked for a celebratory bank holiday if England wins the tournament, 60 years after its first and only victory in the competition.England took a stride closer to the final with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Norway after extra time on Saturday night, saved again by a brace from the effervescent Jude Bellingham.The prime mini
  
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• Three cost-effective strikers Barcelona should look at to replace Ferran Torres

  12-07-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three cost-effective strikers Barcelona should look at to replace Ferran TorresBarcelona’s attacking plans could take an unexpected turn before the transfer window closes. While the club remain focused on integrating Karim Adeyemi, uncertainty continues to surround Ferran Torres, whose future has become one of the biggest talking points of the summer.Paris Saint-Germain have maintained their interest in the Spain international, and recent reports suggest Ferran has already given the g
  
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• Three biggest challenges that await Mourinho as Real Madrid reign begins

  12-07-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three biggest challenges that await Mourinho as Real Madrid reign beginsForget the grand unveilings and the promises that usually accompany a managerial appointment at Real Madrid, as Jose Mourinho’s return is not about sentiment. Rather, it is about finding answers to problems that have lingered despite a squad packed with world-class talent.Few clubs enter a new season with expectations as demanding as Real Madrid. That is exactly where Mourinho begins his second spell at the Santia
  
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• SWITZERLAND OUT IN EXTRA TIME, JASHARI'S WORLD CUP ENDS

  12-07-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SWITZERLAND OUT IN EXTRA TIME, JASHARI'S WORLD CUP ENDSAnother AC Milan representative bids farewell to World Cup 2026 at the quarter-final stage. In Kansas City, Ardon Jashari's Switzerland took on the reigning champions, Argentina, who won 3-1 after extra time. After the 90 minutes finished 1-1 (Mac Allister in the first half, Ndoye in the second), goals from Julián Alvarez and Lautaro Martínez won it for Scaloni's men, who had a man advantage from the 72nd minute as Embolo was s
  
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• Barcelona Land Jesse Bisiwu in Summer Youth Recruitment Push

  12-07-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona Land Jesse Bisiwu in Summer Youth Recruitment PushBarcelona have closed the signing of Jesse Bisiwu, with Matteo Moretto confirming on Saturday that the deal is done – crediting Sacha Tavolieri, who first broke the news.Moretto Seals the ConfirmationMoretto posted the confirmation on 11 July: “Jesse Bisiwu al Barça está cerrado, tal y como ha adelantado @sachatavolieri.” The phrasing leaves no ambiguity – the operation is closed, not advanced or ex
  
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• World Cup 2026: Semi-final fixtures, dates, times and full tournament results

  12-07-2026 10:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The semi-finals for the 2026 World Cup are set, as England prepare to meet Argentina in a blockbuster clash in Atlanta.France and Spain meet in the other semi-final as the heavyweights collide in two mouth-watering contests.Here’s the full tournament bracket:And here is every knockout fixture’s date, kick-off time and host city:And here is how the finished after the group stage:The World Cup began in Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium, the site of Diego Maradona’s most famous a
  
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• Video: Lautaro strikes 121st minute goal to send Argentina to World Cup semi-final

  12-07-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Video: Lautaro strikes 121st minute goal to send Argentina to World Cup semi-finalInter captain Lautaro Martinez struck in the 121st minute of Argentina’s World Cup quarter-final against Switzerland in the early hours of Sunday morning to confirm his nation’s spot in the semis, where they will go up against archrivals England.Argentina required extra-time to overcome Switzerland in their 2026 World Cup quarter-final, which ended 3-1 thanks to Lautaro’s tie-settling strike right
  
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• Barcelona ready to offer several youth players in exchange deal to sign Spanish top talent

  12-07-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona ready to offer several youth players in exchange deal to sign Spanish top talentAs we reach the closing stages of the World Cup, Barcelona have once again appeared quite active in the transfer market.The club are on the verge of closing two deals this week, in the form of Karim Adeyemi and Jesse Bisiwu, with the latter likely to be a reinforcement for the youth department.Barcelona are looking out for such reinforcements in the youth segment, with Jorge Salinas being one of the players
  
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• Hibs 'closer' to being European ready as Passlack seals Porto draw

  12-07-2026 10:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hibernian are "one step closer" to being ready for European football following their 1-1 draw with Porto in Portugal, says head coach David Gray.Borja Sainz gave Porto the lead shortly before half-time but Felix Passlack levelled during the second period."I'm really pleased, and it was a really good exercise for what we set out to do," Gray told club media."It was a really good test for the players against a very good side. It was a positive result in the end, but there are a lot of things withi
  
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• The absolute elite! Why these will be the best World Cup semis ever

  12-07-2026 10:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The absolute elite! Why these will be the best World Cup semis everThe semifinal matches at this World Cup are already shaping up to be absolute blockbusters, with France facing Spain and Argentina taking on England. The biggest football stars will go head-to-head, and a look at the stats shows that these matches are historic too. For the first time since the FIFA world ranking was introduced in 1992, the current top four teams in the world have all reached the semifinals of a World Cup tou
  
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• When is England v Argentina? Old rivals clash in World Cup semi-final

  12-07-2026 10:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England beat Norway at the World Cup 2026 thanks to another inspired performance from Jude Bellingham earned a 2-1 win after extra-time in Miami – and next up is a blockbuster with Thomas Tuchel's side needed a come-from-behind win after Andreas Schjelderup’s opener. But Jude Bellingham struck a controversial equaliser before half-time and the tie needed extra-time with the score level at 1-1 after 90 minutes. Norway v England LIVE: World Cup quarter-final result and reactionBellingh
  
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• No Copa on Sunday, but there’s football: today’s schedule 📲

  12-07-2026 10:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  No Copa on Sunday, but there’s football: today’s schedule 📲Today’s Highlights 🔥Serie B11:00 – Operario Ferroviario vs Novorizontino – Disney+ Premium16:00 – São Bernardo vs Cuiaba – Premiere16:00 – Avai FC vs Nautico – RedeTV!, Canal GOAT, Disney+ Premium18:00 – Atlético-GO vs Fortaleza – Disney+ Premium
  19:00 – CRB vs Goias – ESPN, Disney+ Premium, SportyNet, XsportsBesta deildin (Iceland
  
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• Revealed: Why Man City chose Lommel SK for Sverre Nypan loan as Hugo Viana’s personal role confirmed

  12-07-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Revealed: Why Man City chose Lommel SK for Sverre Nypan loan as Hugo Viana’s personal role confirmedMan City chose Lommel SK as the loan destination for Nypan to give him the best chance of regular minutesDirector of football Hugo Viana was personally involved in the decision-making, which is not always the case with loansOther loan options were available to Man City before they settled on Lommel and manager Lee JohnsonManchester City’s decision to loan Sverre Nypan to Lommel SK for
  
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• Julian Alvarez, Lautaro Martinez show it's more than just Lionel Messi for Argentina

  12-07-2026 10:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  KANSAS CITY — Lionel Andres Messi is two games from football immortality; from undisputed, unassailable G.O.A.T. status; from removing any doubt or rebuttal over who's the best to ever do it.MORE — Argentina 3-1 SwitzerlandSame goes for Argentina, on all points, from a team perspective. Only two teams have ever done it — win the World Cup back-to-back — and the last time was 64 years ago. Italy in the '30s and Brazil in '58 and '64. They'd be the best ever, forever.And th
  
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• O'Sullivan set to leave Liverpool six months after joining

  12-07-2026 10:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  O'Sullivan is an experienced player for club and country [Getty Images]Liverpool club record signing Denise O'Sullivan is expected to leave this summer just six months after joining.It is understood a return to the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) is most likely and Gotham FC are favourites to sign her. The Republic of Ireland international joined Liverpool in January for £300,000 and has been a standout performer since her arrival.Her departure is a huge disappointment to the Reds, w
  
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• Today’s Papers: Maldini yes for Italy, Khalaili concerns for Inter, Sinner final

  12-07-2026 10:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers: Maldini yes for Italy, Khalaili concerns for Inter, Sinner finalLa Gazzetta dello SportMaldini yes The reconstruction of the national team beginsMalago lands his first target. The Azzurri legend will be the new technical director, will be accompanied by Leonardo. Signed a four-year contract, will nominate the new CT within the next weekSinner, make history Jannik looking for a fantastic doubleWimbledon final against Zverev, whom he has beaten in his last nine matc
  
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• Brilliant Jude Bellingham bails out England again to sink Norway and reach World Cup semi-finals

  12-07-2026 10:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jude Bellingham, somehow, keeps going to new levels. And it is almost by force of his will alone that a stumbling England reach just their fourth-ever World Cup semi-final.The greatest stage in the game is now within reach, and Bellingham looks more than ready for it.It was another double from the No 10, only escalating his excellence from Mexico that secures a 2-1 comeback against Norway. That takes him to six goals and right up there with Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi, but such trivia is mere
  
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• Manchester City sign a goalkeeper who has all the tools to make the grade

  12-07-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City sign a goalkeeper who has all the tools to make the gradeManchester City have confirmed the signing of promising young goalkeeper Pierce Charles from Sheffield Wednesday. Charles returns to City after spending time in City’s youth system before signing for Sheffield Wednesday. The Northern Ireland international will spend the 2026-27 season on loan at QPR in the Championship. Pierce Charles will be hoping for a successful time at QPR as he looks to have the talent to make t
  
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• Strasbourg await Roma’s official offer for Diego Moreira

  12-07-2026 09:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Strasbourg await Roma’s official offer for Diego MoreiraRoma are serious about Diego Moreira. The Giallorossi are working tirelessly to bring the Strasbourg winger to Trigoria: he’s the hottest deal right now. The 2004-born player is a versatile player, capable of covering multiple positions on the pitch, a quality that Gian Piero Gasperini and Tony D’Amico greatly appreciate. The former Atalanta sporting director also negotiated the Belgian in Bergamo: last summer, he was chos
  
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• Roma keep working on Garnacho loan: the details

  12-07-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma keep working on Garnacho loan: the detailsRoma continues to make moves for Alejandro Garnacho, considered one of the key players to strengthen Gian Piero Gasperini’s attack. The deal remains complex, but the Giallorossi have already identified a formula to try and convince Chelsea.As reported in today’s edition of La Gazzetta dello Sport, Roma’s strategy is developing on delicate ground, especially since both Chelsea and Strasbourg are linked to the BlueCo network led by T
  
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• Richard Hughes in Liverpool endgame as transfer and contract failures exposed

  12-07-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes in Liverpool endgame as transfer and contract failures exposedLiverpool were hit on Friday by the stunning news that Michael Edwards is leaving his post at Fenway Sports Group. The former Liverpool sporting director returned to work under the FSG umbrella as CEO of Football when Jurgen Klopp departed in 2024.Hired in order to oversee the implementation of a multi-club ownership model Edwards nonetheless leaves the organisation with those plans unfulfilled.It leaves a leadership va
  
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• Real Madrid ready to resolve contract situation of star player but not at any price — report

  12-07-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid ready to resolve contract situation of star player but not at any price — reportVinicius Jr’s future remains one of the biggest outstanding issues at Real Madrid this summer, and the club are eager to bring the matter to a swift conclusion.Having finished his World Cup campaign with Brazil, the forward is currently enjoying his holidays, but upon his return, Real Madrid are hopeful of finally resolving a contract renewal that has been stalled for months.Real Madrid keen t
  
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• Girona yet to reach an agreement with Barcelona youth player despite recent talks

  12-07-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Girona yet to reach an agreement with Barcelona youth player despite recent talksBarcelona and Girona continue to explore a deal for Barca Atletic captain Brian Farinas, but the two clubs remain some distance from getting anything over the line.As reported yesterday, Girona are in talks with Barcelona over a move for the young midfielder, and while discussions are ongoing, a breakthrough has yet to arrive.Talks progressing but no deal yetAccording to Mundo Deportivo, negotiations between the two
  
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• Inside Thomas Tuchel’s relationship with Jude Bellingham at the heart of England’s World Cup

  12-07-2026 09:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After two different perspectives on the Norway game, you could have two different perspectives on this split.On one hand, Jude Bellingham’s comments might be especially bad timing ahead of what is certain to be an emotionally intense game against Argentina. England are going to have to be all in together, and the spikiness of the match-winner’s post-game interviews needlessly risks that.Depending on his mood, though, Thomas Tuchel might describe it as a healthy and creative tension.G
  
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• Italian & German interest in Rangers' Barron - gossip

  12-07-2026 09:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bologna, Lazio and Eintracht Frankfurt have all expressed an interest in 23-year-old Rangers midfielder Connor Barron. (Sky Sports)Scotland centre-half John Souttar and striker Danilo have been left out of the Rangers squad travelling to Spain for a pre-season training camp and are expected to leave Ibrox this summer. (Glasgow Times)Celtic are interested in making a move for 22-year-old Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek this summer. (Football Insider)Reims are open to selling Mory Gbane a
  
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• Marash Kumbulla: “I don’t know if I will stay at Roma.”

  12-07-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marash Kumbulla: “I don’t know if I will stay at Roma.”Marash Kumbulla gave an interview to Corriere dello Sport in which he also discussed his future: “I don’t know yet.” The Albanian defender has only one certainty: “For now, I’m in Rome, then we’ll see if I can play my cards right or if we’ll instead seek a mutually agreed-upon solution with the club.” The 2000-born defender clarified his intentions for the coming seasons: &ldq
  
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