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• Who is performing at the World Cup 2026 opening ceremony and why are three taking place?

  08-06-2026 09:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The wait for the 2026 World Cup is nearly over and the tournament is set to be launched in spectacular fashion thanks to the unprecedented nature of its setup.This year’s finals are the first to be hosted by multiple countries, with the United States, Canada and Mexico all staging the competition, boasting the elusive element of home advantage for football’s greatest showpiece.Three host nations means three separate opening ceremonies for each of their opening games, as is traditiona
  
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• Spurs close in on Man City's Savinho - Tuesday's gossip

  08-06-2026 23:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spurs are making progress with negotiations to sign Manchester City winger Savinho, Manchester United are battling their city rivals for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, while Atletico Madrid and Barcelona are eyeing Chelsea full-back Marc Cucurella.Tottenham are advancing in talks over a deal worth about £60m for Manchester City's Brazil winger Savinho, 22. (Mail)Manchester United remain intent on signing Elliot Anderson, with the club's executives optimistic they can beat Ma
  
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• 👀 Copa opener to have Brazilian officials; see more

  08-06-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👀 Copa opener to have Brazilian officials; see moreFIFA made it official this Monday (8) that Wilton Pereira Sampaio will be tasked with officiating Mexico vs South Africa, the opening match of the World Cup.The referee from the Goiás federation will be joined by assistants Bruno Pires (GO) and Bruno Boschilia (PR).Wilton Pereira Sampaio is heading to the third World Cup of his career. After being part of the video assistant referee (VAR) team in 2018, he made his on-field World C
  
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• Somali World Cup referee Omar Artan denied entry into the United States

  08-06-2026 23:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A Somali referee chosen to officiate at the World Cup has been denied entry into the United States. Omar Artan was turned away by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) upon his arrival at Miami International Airport from Istanbul on Saturday.CBP confirmed on Monday that a Somali national who was planning to referee in the World Cup had been denied entry.Although the CBP statement on Monday did not explicitly name the individual, Artan is the sole World Cup referee representing Somalia.“Du
  
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• Roma has no intention of paying compensation to release D’Amico from Atalanta

  08-06-2026 23:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma has no intention of paying compensation to release D’Amico from AtalantaThere’s great anticipation for the official announcement of Tony D’Amico as Roma’s new sporting director. The Giallorossi, at Gian Piero Gasperini’s express request, have decided to focus on the former Atalanta player as the man to lead the transfer market. He will replace Frederic Massara in the coming days, but first the issue that will definitively free him from the “Dea” mus
  
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• Real Madrid make their move for £277k per week Liverpool midfielder

  08-06-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid make their move for £277k per week Liverpool midfielderReal Madrid are making a habit of signing Liverpool players. Last year Trent Alexander-Arnold moved to the Bernabeu for a cut-price £10m fee after the right-back allowed his contract to run down.Ibrahima Konate is now set to follow a similar path - agreeing to join Real on a deal which is worth around £100m to the Frenchman.But Florentino Perez won’t stop there having won the presidential elections over th
  
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• Brahim Diaz linked with possible move to Roma

  08-06-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brahim Diaz linked with possible move to RomaStrengthening the attack is Roma’s priority. Gian Piero Gasperini has been clear, both with the club and with Tony D’Amico (pending his official announcement). Another name to keep an eye on is Real Madrid’s Brahim Diaz. The Spanish attacking midfielder could leave Los Blancos. Juventus is considering it, but as reported by Sky Sport, he’s also a target for Roma. And much of the former AC Milan player’s future will depend
  
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• FEATURE | Three things we learned as France finish World Cup preparations with Northern Ireland victory

  08-06-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FEATURE | Three things we learned as France finish World Cup preparations with Northern Ireland victoryFrance finished up their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a comfortable 3-1 win over Northern Ireland courtesy of a hat-trick from Michael Olise. A preview of the starting line-up for Senegal?With so many attacking options at Didier Deschamps’ disposal but so few places up for grabs, there’s been some curiosity over who would make the cut. Notwithstanding any
  
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• France v Northern Ireland: Reaction after French win their World Cup send-off game

  08-06-2026 23:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FT: France 3-1 Northern Ireland Final home match in charge of France for Didier DeschampsLast match for the French before the World CupKelly inches away from giving Northern Ireland the leadOlise puts France in front before half-timeOlise nets again after restartKelly scores from Charles cross to reduce arrearsOlise completes treble with scintillating strike France v Northern Ireland: Reaction after French win their World Cup send-off game
  
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• 🎥 World Cup star in waiting? Olise bags three in France friendly, watch

  08-06-2026 23:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 World Cup star in waiting? Olise bags three in France friendly, watchMichael Olise remains in the spotlight after making a statement that did not go down well with the Brazilian public and after having a great season with Bayern.Thanks to three goals from him, France wrapped up its World Cup preparations by defeating Northern Ireland 3-1 this Monday (8) in Lille. He has now reached 27 goals for club and country with Bayern and France this season — in addition to 28 assi
  
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• 🔥Olise arrives on fire for the World Cup, hat-trick v Northern Ireland

  08-06-2026 22:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔥Olise arrives on fire for the World Cup, hat-trick v Northern IrelandBayern’s star delivered a memorable performance with three goals against Northern Ireland.
  Within the great constellation of stars lighting up France’s attack, Michael Olise stands out above them all and is starting to strike fear ahead of the World Cup.The Bayern star and Bundesliga MVP scored a hat-trick against Northern Ireland in Deschamps’ side’s final test before the World Cup.A player per
  
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• Palace hold initial talks with Lens manager Sage

  08-06-2026 22:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pierre Sage led Lens to second place in Ligue 1 last season [Getty Images]Crystal Palace have held talks with Lens manager Pierre Sage about becoming their new head coach.BBC Sport revealed last week that Sage was a leading option for the Eagles as they look to replace Oliver Glasner, who left the Premier League club at the end of last season.Palace have now spoken to the Frenchman, 47, and have made contact with Lens to discuss a financial package to release him from his contract with the Ligue
  
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• Manchester City Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This Newcastle United Midfielder: Is He Worth The Fight?

  08-06-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This Newcastle United Midfielder: Is He Worth The Fight?In a recent report, Gazzetta dello Sport mentioned that Manchester City are locked in a three-way battle for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali. It is believed that the Mancunian giants would have to rival Arsenal and Manchester United in the race to sign the Italian midfield ace in this summer transfer window.Tonali’s Solid Campaign In The Premier LeagueTonali enjoyed a good
  
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• Liverpool take massive Andoni Iraola risk that no one is talking about

  08-06-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool take massive Andoni Iraola risk that no one is talking aboutLiverpool have confirmed Andoni Iraola as their new head coach. There's a real risk here, though, and it's bigger than most think.Andoni Iraola is the new head coach at Anfield. Liverpool moved to appoint the former Bournemouth boss and believe he's the one who can move this team up a level after a very disappointing campaign under Arne Slot.Now, there's been a lot of positivity around the appointment and rightfully so. Iraola
  
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• 2026 Men's World Cup preview: The key storylines as epic tournament set to begin

  08-06-2026 22:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 World Cup is almost here with 48 teams competing across 104 games over 39 days in three countries across North America to be crowned as the World Champions.MORE — How to watch World Cup - Daily schedule, how to watch infoThis will be epic, as the biggest World Cup in history is coming to Canada, Mexico and the USA.MORE — World Cup base camps for every team | 2026 World Cup hubHere we take a look at the key storylines heading into the 2026 World Cup kicking off on Thursday in
  
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• Wales' Hughes leaves promoted Crystal Palace

  08-06-2026 22:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Elise Hughes scored 26 goals in 64 Palace appearances [Getty Images]Wales forward Elise Hughes has left Crystal Palace, a little over a month since helping them to return to the Women's Super League.The 25-year-old announced her departure on social media as she helped Wales prepare for Tuesday night's crucial World Cup qualifier against Czech Republic in Cardiff."After four years, two promotions, one league trophy and some of the best moments of my career, it's time to say goodbye," Hughes wrote
  
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• France v Northern Ireland: Home side well in control in Lille - watch & follow text

  08-06-2026 22:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France 2-0 Northern Ireland Final home match in charge of France for Didier DeschampsLast match for the French before the World CupKelly inches away from giving Northern Ireland the leadOlise puts France in front before half-timeOlise nets again after restart France v Northern Ireland: Home side well in control in Lille- watch & follow text
  
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• Wolves in talks to re-sign Mexico striker Jimenez

  08-06-2026 22:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jimenez was among the scorers in a 5-1 win against Serbia in Mexico's final World Cup warm-up match on Friday [Getty Images]Wolves are in talks to re-sign former striker Raul Jimenez on a free transferJimenez, 35, was listed by Fulham on Monday among a group of players set to leave the Premier League club when his contract expires at the end of the month.It is understood negotiations have begun over a return to Molineux, where he scored 57 goals in 166 games between 2018 and 2023. His 40 Premier
  
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• Manchester United Are Close To Recruiting This Serie A Midfielder: Good Signing For Carrick?

  08-06-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are Close To Recruiting This Serie A Midfielder: Good Signing For Carrick?In a recent report, Gazzetta dello Sport revealed that Manchester United are close to recruiting Atalanta midfielder Ederson. It has been stated that the Red Devils are inching closer to sealing a move for the Brazilian talent in this summer transfer window.Ederson’s Impressive Form In Serie AEderson managed to put in a run of solid performances at the centre of Atalanta’s midfield in the prev
  
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• World Cup key for Matej Kovar as Napoli monitor ex-Manchester United talent

  08-06-2026 22:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup key for Matej Kovar as Napoli monitor ex-Manchester United talentSerie A side Napoli could need a new goalkeeper in the summer, with uncertainties growing about Alex Meret’s future. Matej Kovar has emerged as a possible target and the World Cup can become quite important for him.Il Mattino – via AreaNapoli, report that Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna is very keen on the Czech, who came through the Manchester United youth academy. He has conducted several surveys abo
  
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• Olise hits stunning hat-trick for France against Northern Ireland 🔥

  08-06-2026 22:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Olise hits stunning hat-trick for France against Northern Ireland 🔥Didier Deschamps selected arguably his first-choice France lineup for his final home game in charge but one man has stood out above all else with a hat-trick. And his name is Michael Olise. 
  Michael O'Neill's side had done very well to keep the game goalless until the 43rd minute but were undone in unlucky fashion. A raking ball forward from Dayot Upamecano eventually came to Ousmane Dembél&eacu
  
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• Olise at the double for France against Northern Ireland 🔥

  08-06-2026 22:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Olise at the double for France against Northern Ireland 🔥Didier Deschamps selected arguably his first-choice France lineup for his final home game in charge and he's been rewarded with a half-time lead. It came from one of his many world class players, Michael Olise. 
  Michael O'Neill's side had done very well to keep the game goalless until the 43rd minute but were undone in unlucky fashion. A raking ball forward from Dayot Upamecano eventually came to Ousmane Demb&ea
  
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• Arsenal head of sports medicine to leave club

  08-06-2026 22:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dr Zafar Iqbal has previously worked at Crystal Palace and Liverpool [Getty Images]Arsenal's head of sports medicine Dr Zafar Iqbal is leaving after two years at the club.It is understood the process of replacing the medical practitioner, who has also worked at Crystal Palace and Liverpool, is underway.Iqbal was informed in a meeting last week, in the aftermath of Arsenal's Champions League final loss to Paris St-Germain, that he would be departing.He arrived at Emirates Stadium in 2024, replaci
  
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• Chelsea Are In The Running To Land This Talented Forward: What Will He Add To Alonso’s Side?

  08-06-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Are In The Running To Land This Talented Forward: What Will He Add To Alonso’s Side?In a recent report, Fichajes stated that Chelsea are in the running to land Al-Hilal forward Darwin Nunez. It has been claimed that the Blues would have to rival Newcastle United in the race to sign the Uruguay international in this summer transfer window.Nunez’s Impressive Numbers In Saudi FootballNunez enjoyed a good run of form for Al-Hilal in the previous campaign when he put in a handful
  
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• 📸 Cody Gakpo hits two Dutch milestones in warm up clash with Uzbekistan 👏

  08-06-2026 22:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Cody Gakpo hits two Dutch milestones in warm up clash with Uzbekistan 👏After a shock loss to Algeria ended their 10-game unbeaten run and the sad news of Jurrien Timber being ruled out of the World Cup, the Netherlands needed an uplift today. Thanks to Cody Gakpo, they are in the lead against Uzbekistan in New York. 
  The Liverpool forward made no mistake from 12 yards out just after the half-hour mark, shortly after Donyell Malen had a missed a sitter from close range
  
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• Jurgen Klopp reunion mooted for recent Pep Guardiola coaching staff departee

  08-06-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jurgen Klopp reunion mooted for recent Pep Guardiola coaching staff departeePep Lijnders taking time out following his Man City departure alongside Pep Guardiola this summerSome believe a reunion with Jurgen Klopp could follow should the German take the Germany jobLijnders cited family reasons as the primary driver behind his exit from the Etihad StadiumPepijn Lijnders is taking some time out following his Manchester City departure and some believe his next step could be a reunion with Jurgen Kl
  
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• Watch: Evan Ferguson says goodbye to Roma ahead of return to Brighton

  08-06-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watch: Evan Ferguson says goodbye to Roma ahead of return to BrightonEvan Ferguson has bid farewell to Roma with a heartfelt Instagram message, confirming his return to Brighton after a loan spell in the Italian capital that was repeatedly disrupted by injury.“No one wants their time cut short, but injuries are part of the game,” the Republic of Ireland international wrote. “Thank you to everyone at Roma and to the fans for the support over the last few months. Wishing my teamm
  
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• Timber to miss World Cup

  08-06-2026 21:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber will miss the World Cup with a groin injury, with Sunderland's Lutsharel Geertruida called up as his replacement.Timber, 24, came on shortly after the hour mark in Arsenal's Champions League final defeat to Paris St-Germain.But before the final, Timber had missed weeks of action, last featuring on 14 March in the win over Everton.In a statement on X, the Dutch national side said: "Jurrien Timber misses the 2026 World Cup."The 24-year-old defender has
  
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• Palmeiras drop Nino, and Flu could form a dream defence with Thiago Silva

  08-06-2026 21:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Palmeiras drop Nino, and Flu could form a dream defence with Thiago SilvaWith the break for the 2026 World Cup, Fluminense’s players have gone into “vacation mode,” since their next match will only be on July 22.But the club’s board remains alert to possible reinforcements for the second half of the season, when the team will play the second half of the Brasileirão, where it currently sits in third place, as well as the round of 16 of the Libertadores (against Inde
  
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• Swansea set to sign Celtic defender Welsh

  08-06-2026 21:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stephen Welsh spent most of the 2025-26 season on loan with Motherwell, making 31 appearances. [Getty Images]Celtic defender Stephen Welsh is poised to become Swansea City's first signing of the summer.Welsh, 26, came through the youth ranks at Celtic and has made 70 appearances for the Glasgow giants.He spent the majority of the 2025-26 season on loan at Motherwell, making 31 appearances for Celtic's Scottish Premiership rivals.In the previous campaign he had a loan stint at Belgian side Mechel
  
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