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• Which side of defence should Man Utd strengthen?

  17-06-2026 10:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The World Cup may be in full flow, but there's no rest for The Devils' Advocate team as they turn their attention to the 2026-27 campaign.On the latest podcast, BBC Manchester's Gaz Drinkwater and Joe McGrath disagreed on who they believe needs to be a priority during the summer transfer window for Michael Carrick's side.McGrath said: "Noussair Mazraoui hasn't come into his own at United. That right-back position is up there with one of the priorities."Mazraoui featured in 21 games in all compet
  
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• Stop running 5km to get fit for football – do this top coach’s running drill instead

  17-06-2026 12:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With the 2026 World Cup in full swing, people across the country will be tempted to dust off their boots. This is great news – the more people exercising, the better, in my eyes. But if you plan to do this, there is one common footballing mistake worth avoiding, as I found out when Brooks Running invited me to spend a day training with Cambridge United FC.Most recreational players tend to run a couple of hell-for-leather 5Ks around their local town then declare themselves fit for duty. But
  
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• Rohl leaves Rangers for RB Salzburg

  17-06-2026 12:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Danny Rohl has left Rangers after just eight months in charge to become RB Salzburg's head coach - with the club saying news of his replacement "will follow in due course".Hearts head coach Derek McInnes is widely expected to be the German's successor as Rangers ready themselves to appoint a third boss in 12 months. Rohl, 37, replaced Russell Martin in October and steered Rangers into a three-way title fight, but a post-split collapse yielded a third-place finish behind Celtic and Hearts as the
  
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• Can Bellingham become England's superstar once more at the World Cup?

  17-06-2026 12:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jude Bellingham provided an iconic England moment, scoring with an overhead kick against Slovakia at Euro 2024. [Getty Images]When Jude Bellingham uttered the words "who else?" in the direction of England's supporters after saving them from a humiliating exit with a spectacular overhead kick against Slovakia at Euro 2024, no-one even thought to argue.Bellingham's acrobatics – with the clock at Gelsenkirchen reading 94 minutes 34 seconds – became an iconic moment as his stunning equal
  
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• Mourinho’s €90m-rated midfield target will arrive only if Real Madrid sell first

  17-06-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho’s €90m-rated midfield target will arrive only if Real Madrid sell firstMateus Fernandes continues to be linked with Real Madrid, but any move for the highly-rated midfielder appears dependent on events elsewhere in the squad.As reported before, Fernandes is one of several midfielders being monitored by Real Madrid following Jose Mourinho’s arrival at the Santiago Bernabeu. The Portuguese coach is believed to have discussed the player’s profile during conversa
  
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• Hearts to face Sturm Graz in Champions League qualifying

  17-06-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Heart of Midlothian will face Austrian club Sturm Graz in the second round of Champions League qualifying.The Edinburgh club will be playing in the qualifiers of Europe's top club competition for the first time in 20 years after finishing runners-up in the Scottish Premiership following a final-day defeat by reigning champions Celtic.Sturm Graz also finished second in their domestic league behind LASK.The Austrian club will host the first leg on 21/22 July, with the reverse fixture the following
  
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• Marseille’s asking price for Greenwood revealed

  17-06-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marseille’s asking price for Greenwood revealedRoma wants to please Gian Piero Gasperini by bringing Mason Greenwood to the capital, the player the coach believes can boost the attack. The move isn’t easy, but the Giallorossi are pushing for the English winger, who knows he’s the Grugliasco-based coach’s first choice. Greenwood has also been able to develop nearly every attacking player under his management. This is no small detail.To sign Greenwood, Roma will have to mak
  
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• Real Madrid sign Silva on free transfer

  17-06-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bernardo Silva scored 76 goals and made 77 assists in 451 matches for Manchester City [Getty Images]Midfielder Bernardo Silva has joined Real Madrid on a two-year deal, linking up with manager Jose Mourinho.Silva, 31, left Manchester City at the end of last season, bringing an end to a trophy-laden nine-year spell.Silva was heavily linked with a move to Spain, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid also reportedly chasing his signature.He becomes Real's second signing of the summer as a free transfe
  
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• Real Madrid open talks with club over Serie A star

  17-06-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid open talks with club over Serie A starReal Madrid’s transfer window continues to move at breakneck speed, with a second centre-back on the agenda, following an agreement with Ibrahima Konate. Amid plenty of talk about Los Blancos pursuing the same targets as Barcelona, their next move could be another name that held talks with their rivals.On Monday, Real Madrid made a move for former Barcelona left-back Marc Cucurella official, and on Wednesday, Bernardo Silva was also confirm
  
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• Forward Dallas signs two-year deal with Walsall

  17-06-2026 12:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andy Dallas came up through Rangers' youth system [Getty Images]Walsall have signed forward Andy Dallas on a two-year deal.The 26-year-old joins as a free agent following the end of his contract with Barnsley, where he made just five appearances.Joining the Tykes in 2023 on a free transfer from Solihull Moors, Dallas had loan spells at Kilmarnock, Oldham Athletic, Barrow and Morecambe before spending last season with Southend United.The Scot scored 17 goals for the National League Shrimpers to h
  
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• Rabiot raises concerns about MetLife Stadium pitch

  17-06-2026 12:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Adrien Rabiot has won 60 caps for France [Getty Images]France midfielder Adrien Rabiot has raised concerns about the quality of the pitch at the New York New Jersey Stadium, describing it as "more like an artificial surface".France started their World Cup campaign with a 3-1 win against Senegal at the venue in New Jersey on Tuesday, which is home to NFL teams the New York Giants and Jets.Also known as the MetLife Stadium, it is due to host England's final group game against Panama on 27 June, as
  
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• World Cup rule changes fail to stop Arsenal corner goals

  17-06-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup rule changes fail to stop Arsenal corner goalsAmid plenty of talk about the World Cup rule changes shutting down Arsenal’s corner tactics, Martin Odegaard provided an assist from a corner on Tuesday night.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesAhead of the World Cup, there was a lot of talk about changes to the rules around corner kicks, with many in the media specifically describing it as an ‘anti-Arsenal’ change.AS reported that FIFA’s new anti-blocking rule
  
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• Richard Hughes told how much it would cost to sign Ibrahima Konate's replacement

  17-06-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes told how much it would cost to sign Ibrahima Konate's replacementLiverpool have a massive rebuild on their hands this summer. The Anfield outfit fell way too far behind their title rivals over the last couple of months which resulted in them finishing in fifth place.This lack of form has led to many players being linked with an Anfield switch, especially since stalwarts such as Andy Robertson and Mohamed Salah are both exiting.Ibrahima Konate is another player who has chosen to le
  
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• Report: Journalist confirms £60m-rated youngster is definitely a target for Liverpool

  17-06-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Journalist confirms £60m-rated youngster is definitely a target for LiverpoolLiverpool weighing up £60m Bouaddi move as transfer priorities become clearerLiverpool’s recruitment team may be focused heavily on attacking reinforcements, but one of Europe’s most gifted young midfielders continues to attract attention behind the scenes.Ayyoub Bouaddi has emerged as a player Liverpool admire greatly, with journalist Lewis Steele confirming that the teenager remains a g
  
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• Leeds to consider Leicester action

  17-06-2026 12:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Leeds United are considering their legal options over a historic breach of Profit and Sustainability Rules by Leicester City.The Yorkshire club were beaten to automatic promotion by Leicester in the 2023-24 season before going on to lose to Southampton in a Wembley play-off final.Leicester were later charged with breaking spending rules.A recent judgment has seen Everton ordered to pay Burnley £35m in compensation as a result of breaching spending rules. The Clarets argued th
  
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• England fans ignore police pleas to leave Dallas pub after drinking 5,000 beers

  17-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hundreds of England supporters in Dallas reportedly defied police requests to disperse from a pub, having consumed over 5,000 beers ahead of the Three Lions’ World Cup opener. Thomas Tuchel’s squad is set to commence their campaign against Croatia, carrying the hopes of a nation. Captain Harry Kane has expressed confidence, believing this presents one of their best opportunities to secure a major tournament victory. Global attention will focus on the Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T St
  
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• Barcelona legend Lionel Messi turns back time with World Cup hattrick for Argentina

  17-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona legend Lionel Messi turns back time with World Cup hattrick for ArgentinaThere are nights when football stops being a sport and becomes a piece of folklore.Tonight was one of them.Argentina 3-0 Algeria.Lionel Messi 3-0 Algeria.Lionel Messi: 17′, 60′, 76′.A hat-trick at the World Cup at 38.Read that again, not as a statistic, but as a sentence from a story we were never supposed to still be reading.Because this was not meant to happen anymore.By now, Messi was supposed
  
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• “All season” – John Stones reveals fitness truth around final Manchester City campaign

  17-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “All season” – John Stones reveals fitness truth around final Manchester City campaignA legendary decade-long stay in Manchester has reached an emotional conclusion for John Stones, but now amid a sudden tactical freeze-out of starting line-ups.The 32-year-old central defender claims physical availability was rarely the true barrier to his selection in his final Manchester City season.Despite limited club minutes, the veteran defender is now primed to anchor the England nationa
  
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• 'The future is bright for Scott' - Gosling

  17-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Bournemouth midfielder Dan Gosling believes 22-year-old Alex Scott is "another player who is going to go for big money" within the next two seasons.Since signing a long-term deal from Bristol City in August 2023, Scott has made 89 appearances in all competitions, scoring six goals and contributing five assists."He was unlucky to miss out on the World Cup," Gosling told BBC Radio Solent. "His form has been amazing since he joined Bournemouth, but he has really stepped up this past season a
  
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• Scotland fans drink Boston bars dry as Tartan army descends for World Cup

  17-06-2026 11:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Boston's pubs are facing an unexpected challenge as thousands of Scottish football fans descend on the city for the World Cup, reportedly causing a significant shortage of beer. Over 20,000 members of the Tartan Army have travelled to Massachusetts for Scotland's opening two group stage matches.Beyond the pitch, these enthusiastic supporters have embraced American culture, including a visit to Fenway Park to watch a Boston Red Sox game. The influx of thirsty fans has led to an unprecedented surg
  
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• Legendary midfielder poised for Real Madrid return this summer

  17-06-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Legendary midfielder poised for Real Madrid return this summerReal Madrid have already been very busy this summer, with three signings already confirmed and another imminent. Bernardo Silva will soon join Ibrahima Konate, Denzel Dumfries and Marc Cucurella in joining Jose Mourinho’s squad, and there will be more to follow as the weeks go on.As well as on-field changes, there will also be additions within the sporting department. One of those to arrive could be Luka Modric, who is reportedl
  
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• McGlynn the natural successor to McInnes?

  17-06-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Falkirk's John McGlynn would be the natural successor to Derek McInnes at Tynecastle should the Hearts head coach complete his expected move to Rangers, according to former Partick Thistle manager Kris Doolan.He reckons a Scottish input best complements the Jamestown Analytics scouting system being used by the Edinburgh club."If you are looking at the reason Hearts took Derek McInnes, it was his knowledge of Scottish football," Doolan told the BBC Scottish Football Podcast."I think they were cry
  
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• Real Madrid announce second signing of the summer on free transfer

  17-06-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid announce second signing of the summer on free transferReal Madrid have confirmed the open secret that Bernardo Silva will be joining the club on a free transfer from Manchester City this summer. The 32-year-old was out of contract, and Los Blancos moved swiftly to bring him in despite interest from rivals Atletico Madrid and Barcelona.Both were in talks with Silva over a move, but the Portugal international had doubts about his role at Barcelona, and was on the verge of signing a dea
  
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• Changes could be made by Belgium ahead of World Cup clash with Iran

  17-06-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Changes could be made by Belgium ahead of World Cup clash with IranBelgium’s opening day draw in the 2026 World Cup is by no means a bad start to the tournament. Past winners have started slowly, and tournament football has always been peaking at the right time. However, there are certainly areas where the Red Devils simply have to improve as the tournament progresses. There are also areas in which Rudi Garcia could, and probably should, make changes. Andre Onana may be the only change mad
  
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• Barcelona superstar expected to stay for at least one more season amid Saudi Arabia interest

  17-06-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona superstar expected to stay for at least one more season amid Saudi Arabia interestRaphinha is one of the players worth keeping an eye on in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, as the Barcelona forward looks to make a statement by helping Brazil restore its former glory, alongside Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr.But more than Brazil’s glory, Raphinha’s performances will be tracked in the wake of recent speculation linking him with a move away from Barcelona.Raphinha has been a sub
  
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• Spain shake up attack, the changes taking shape v Saudi Arabia 🇪🇸🇸🇦

  17-06-2026 11:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spain shake up attack, the changes taking shape v Saudi Arabia 🇪🇸🇸🇦After the heavy blow against Cape Verde, Spain are preparing major changes for the decisive match against Saudi Arabia. As Miguel Ángel Díaz reported on COPE, head coach Luis de la Fuente is planning to shake up the attack. The big new additions would be Lamine Yamal starting on the right wing and Dani Olmo coming into the starting eleven to face Saudi Arabia.Despite the changes in at
  
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• Spain shake up attack, changes taking shape for Saudi Arabia 🇪🇸🇸🇦

  17-06-2026 11:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spain shake up attack, changes taking shape for Saudi Arabia 🇪🇸🇸🇦After the setback against Cape Verde, Spain are preparing major changes for the decisive match against Saudi Arabia. As Miguel Ángel Díaz reported on COPE, head coach Luis de la Fuente is planning to shake up the attack. The big new features would be Lamine Yamal starting on the right wing and Dani Olmo coming into the starting eleven to face Saudi Arabia.Despite the changes in attack,
  
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• 🎥 Arnautovic wins it for Austria 👏! Jordan, historic goal but beaten

  17-06-2026 11:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Arnautovic wins it for Austria 👏! Jordan, historic goal but beatenRalf Rangnick’s Austria answers the call. The Red-White-Red national team began its World Cup campaign with a win — hard-fought but valuable — against Jordan, making its historic first-ever appearance at the World Cup. At the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, there was no shortage of entertainment, with goals, VAR incidents and disallowed strikes.
  The match was unlocked in the early stages thanks
  
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• Lionel Messi explains why he was crying during World Cup hat-trick

  17-06-2026 11:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lionel Messi has revealed why he was crying during his brilliant hat-trick against Algeria that drew him level with Miroslav Klose atop the all-time World Cup goalscoring list.Messi inspired Argentina to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Algeria in their first match of World Cup 2026, netting a treble at the sport’s biggest tournament for the first time.He opened his account on 17 minutes by curling home a fine strike from the edge of the area and was mobbed by his teammates in celebration.Li
  
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• Confirmed: Real Madrid sign Bernardo Silva on a two-year contract until 2028

  17-06-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Real Madrid sign Bernardo Silva on a two-year contract until 2028Only a couple of days after announcing the signing of Marc Cucurella, Real Madrid have now confirmed their second signing of the summer in the form of Bernardo Silva.The Portuguese international has signed a two-year contract with the club, committing until the summer of 2028.“Real Madrid CF and Bernardo Silva have reached an agreement whereby he will be a Real Madrid player for the next two seasons, until June 30,
  
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