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• Wigan sign West Brom forward Higgins

  03-07-2026 19:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Akeel Higgins played 31games on loan for Exeter City last season, including their FA Cup tie at Manchester City [Getty Images]Wigan Athletic have signed forward Akeel Higgins from West Bromwich Albion.The 20-year-old joins the Latics after making one first-team appearance for the Baggies, in the FA Cup.Higgins, who plays as a left winger or attacking midfielder, spent last season on loan at Exeter City in League One, scoring twice in 31 games.He played under current Wigan manager Gary Caldwell a
  
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• Morocco reach quarter-finals as co-hosts Canada out of World Cup

  04-07-2026 22:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA World CupCanada 0 - 3 Morocco FT2026 World Cup co-hosts Canada are eliminated from the tournamentMorocco score three times in second half including Azzedine Ounahi doubleSoufiane Rahimi adds late third as Canada become first host nation to exitMorocco are one win from equalling their historic semi-final run in 2022PLAYER RATERCanada became the first co-host to exit the 2026 World Cup as they were well beaten by Morocco in Houston.The Moroccans, having failed to impress in a bad-tempered fir
  
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• Everton Ask For Payment Plan For 24-Year-Old: Why Should The Toffees Walk Away Now?

  04-07-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Ask For Payment Plan For 24-Year-Old: Why Should The Toffees Walk Away Now?Good luck figuring out Everton’s transfer strategy right now. Just hours after wrapping up a £21 million (€25m) deal for Middlesbrough’s Hayden Hackney on Thursday, the Goodison Park hierarchy has been on the phone to Italy. The target? Mandela Keita.Everton face a transfer battle for midfielder Mandela KeitaAccording to Italian outlet Sport Parma, via Sport Witness, initial inquiries have a
  
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• Como director on ‘advanced’ Liberali talks and ‘very strong’ Chalobah

  04-07-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como director on ‘advanced’ Liberali talks and ‘very strong’ ChalobahComo director of sport Carlalberto Ludi confirms they are ‘at an advanced stage’ for Mattia Liberali, while Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah is ‘a very strong player’ ahead of a new €35m bid.The club was in Serie B just a couple of years ago, but is now preparing for the Champions League after a sensational fourth-place finish in Serie A, as well as reaching the Coppa Italia
  
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• 🎥 Unai Simón on Cristiano: he's not the same as six or seven years ago

  04-07-2026 21:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Unai Simón on Cristiano: he's not the same as six or seven years agoSpain and Portugal face off this Monday in the Round of 16, and two days before the clash in Dallas, goalkeeper Unai Simón analyzed the matchup and left a remark about Cristiano Ronaldo that will get people talking.
  Simón comes into this World Cup unbeaten and with a streak of 519 minutes, a figure that surpassed the record Walter Zenga had held since 1990 (517). On how to stop Cristiano, he was bl
  
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• World Cup Round of 16: Paraguay vs. France with Roma and Milan stars

  04-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup Round of 16: Paraguay vs. France with Roma and Milan starsRoma midfielder Manu Koné starts for France with Milan pair Adrien Rabiot and Mike Maignan in the World Cup Round of 16 against Antonio Sanabria’s Paraguay.It kicks off in Philadelphia at 22.00 UK time (23.00 CEST).The winners will go on to face either Canada or Morocco in the quarter-final on July 9.FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – MARCH 26: Matheus Cunha of Brazil runs with the ball against Adrien Rabiot of Franc
  
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• Fenerbahce deny fresh Greenwood talks with official statement, giving Roma hope

  04-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fenerbahce deny fresh Greenwood talks with official statement, giving Roma hopeConfusion is growing over the situation for Roma target Mason Greenwood, as Fenerbahce released a formal statement denying reports they are in France for talks with Olympique Marseille.The pursuit of the former Manchester United winger has been dragging on for weeks, and it was rumoured that Roma were about to make their first formal offer worth €45m including add-ons.Greenwood saga set to drag onMARSEILLE, FRANC
  
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• Aston Villa Start Negotiations To Sign €20m Goalkeeper: Good Option For Emery?

  04-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Start Negotiations To Sign €20m Goalkeeper: Good Option For Emery?Aston Villa have a verbal agreement with Toulouse goalkeeper Guillaume Restes, but the deal is far from simple. French outlet L’Equipe, via Sport Witness, reports that both Napoli and newly promoted Ipswich Town have barged into the boardroom to trigger a three-way transfer battle.Aston Villa face fierce tug-of-war for French prodigy Guillaume RestesEverything at Villa Park depends on Emiliano Martíne
  
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• 📋 Paraguay and France name confirmed line-ups for the decider

  04-07-2026 21:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Paraguay and France name confirmed line-ups for the deciderIt’s time for another FIFA World Cup showdown. Paraguay and France have announced their lineups in the heat of Philadelphia.The ball will start rolling shortly, from 6pm (Brasília time), at Lincoln Financial Field. With a place in the quarter-finals at stake against Morocco, who knocked out Canada.Uzbek referee Ilgiz Tantashev will take charge.CazéTV will broadcast the match.
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• Tottenham Hotspur Have Been Offered A Chance To Land This AC Milan Winger: Good Fit For De Zerbi?

  04-07-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Have Been Offered A Chance To Land This AC Milan Winger: Good Fit For De Zerbi?In a recent report, La Gazzetta dello Sport mentioned that Tottenham Hotspur have been offered a chance to land AC Milan winger Rafael Leao. It has been claimed that Spurs have been given an opportunity to bring the Portuguese talent to North London in this transfer window.Leao’s Impressive Form In Portuguese FootballLeao enjoyed a good campaign at the Milan club as he put in a series of impres
  
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• Report Stones agent pushing former Manchester City defender to Inter

  04-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Stones agent pushing former Manchester City defender to InterMultiple Italian reports claim representatives for John Stones have again pushed him towards Inter as a free agent, but they don’t seem interested in the former Manchester City defender.The Nerazzurri need at least one new defender and most likely two after saying goodbye to Stefan de Vrij and Francesco Acerbi at the end of their contracts.They are currently locked in a transfer battle with Como for Chelsea and England cen
  
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• Sunderland Are Among The Clubs Hoping To Land This La Liga Midfielder: Good Option For Le Bris?

  04-07-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Are Among The Clubs Hoping To Land This La Liga Midfielder: Good Option For Le Bris?In a recent report, journalist Harry Watkinson claimed that Sunderland are among the clubs hoping to land Villarreal midfielder Pape Gueye. It has been mentioned that the Black Cats would have to rival Everton, Crystal Palace and Brighton and Hove Albion in the race to land the Senegalese talent in this transfer window.Gueye’s Impressive Form In La LigaGueye was an important member of Villarreal&
  
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• Manchester City academy talent makes permanent move to Cardiff City

  04-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City academy talent makes permanent move to Cardiff CityMan City academy player Cass Machin has joined Cardiff City on a permanent deal this summerThe midfielder featured in Man City’s U16 squad last seasonMachin is expected to be a part of Cardiff City’s U18 squad for the 2026-27 campaignManchester City academy star Cass Machin has completed a permanent move to Cardiff City ahead of the 2026-27 season.Reports in May anticipated the 16-year-old’s transfer to Cardiff
  
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• Liverpool Are Eyeing A Move For This Bundesliga Playmaker: Should Iraola Launch A Move For Him?

  04-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Eyeing A Move For This Bundesliga Playmaker: Should Iraola Launch A Move For Him?In a recent report, Fichajes stated that Liverpool are eyeing a move for Bayer 04 Leverkusen playmaker Malik Tillman. It has been claimed that the Reds are showing interest in recruiting the United States talent in this transfer window.Tillman’s Impressive Form In The BundesligaTillman enjoyed a decent campaign at the German club as he put in a few eye-catching displays for them in the final thir
  
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• World Cup 2026: Morocco reaches quarterfinals again after second-half goals sink Canada

  04-07-2026 21:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morocco has reached the quarterfinals for the second straight World Cup after knocking off co-hosts Canada 3-0 in Houston on Saturday.In a match that featured a spicy first half that saw more yellow cards (6) than shots (5), Canada had the better of the play over the opening 45 minutes but were unable to score. With the match goalless at halftime, an opportunity was there for Morocco.The breakthrough for the Atlas Lions would come in the 50th minute and ended up being more than enough to get pas
  
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• Morocco win and become the first side into the Copa quarter-finals 🎥

  04-07-2026 21:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morocco win and become the first side into the Copa quarter-finals 🎥Morocco are the first team to qualify for the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.The spot was secured this Saturday (4) after a 2-0 win over Canada in a match played in Houston.Azzedine Ounahi was the standout player, scoring the first two goals of the match, both in the second half. In stoppage time, Rahimi sealed the result.Watch the match highlights below:
  In the next round, Morocco will face the winner of the match be
  
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• Morocco win and are first into the Cup quarter-finals 🎥

  04-07-2026 21:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morocco win and are first into the Cup quarter-finals 🎥Morocco became the first team to qualify for the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.The spot was secured this Saturday (4) after a 3-0 win over Canada in a match played in the city of Houston.Azzedine Ounahi was the standout player of the match, scoring the first two goals of the game, both in the second half. In stoppage time, Rahimi sealed the result.Watch the match highlights below:
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• Mbokazi agent confirms ‘Napoli strong interest’ in Chicago Fire and South Africa talent

  04-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mbokazi agent confirms ‘Napoli strong interest’ in Chicago Fire and South Africa talentThe agent representing South Africa international defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi confirms ‘there is strong interest from Napoli’ for the Chicago Fire player.The centre-back will not turn 21 until September, but impressed for his country at the 2026 World Cup and has already amassed 14 senior caps for South Africa.MLS club Chicago Fire purchased him from Orlando Pirates in January 2026 for &
  
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• ⚖️ Anthony Taylor to referee Portugal v Spain last-16 tie in Dallas

  04-07-2026 20:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ⚖️ Anthony Taylor to referee Portugal v Spain last-16 tie in DallasEnglishman Anthony Taylor, a Premier League referee since 2010-11 and a FIFA international since 2013, will officiate Portugal vs. Spain on July 6 in Dallas. The match is part of the World Cup round of 16.It will be his third game of the tournament after refereeing Uzbekistan vs. Colombia and Senegal vs. Iraq. He will be joined by fellow Englishmen Gary Beswick and Adam Nunn as assistant referees, with Germans Felix
  
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• 🚨 Anthony Taylor to referee Portugal v Spain last-16 tie in Dallas

  04-07-2026 20:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Anthony Taylor to referee Portugal v Spain last-16 tie in DallasEnglishman Anthony Taylor, a Premier League referee since 2010-11 and a FIFA international since 2013, will officiate Portugal vs. Spain on July 6 in Dallas. The match corresponds to the Round of 16 of the World Cup.It will be his third match of the tournament after refereeing Uzbekistan vs. Colombia and Senegal vs. Iraq. He will be assisted by his fellow countrymen Gary Beswick and Adam Nunn, with Germans Felix Zwayer and
  
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• Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Jude Bellingham: How Fifa’s bewildering World Cup award has distorted reality

  04-07-2026 20:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It was a picture that left a thousand words unsaid. Had Casemiro, smiling widely with both hands on the trophy, been covered in Jude Bellingham’s honesty cloak, the post-match interview may have seen the Brazil midfielder explain why he did not deserve the gong.He was neither the first nor last peculiar selection for the ‘Superior Player of the Match’ at this World Cup 2026 but the decision to place him on a pedestal after Monday’s anxious, unconvincing win against Japan
  
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• Luka Modric edging closer to AC Milan stay than Real Madrid return – report

  04-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luka Modric edging closer to AC Milan stay than Real Madrid return – reportAccording to reports in Italy, as relayed by Mundo Deportivo, Luka Modric appears increasingly likely to remain at AC Milan for another season. The Croatian veteran is leaning towards extending his playing career with the Rossoneri rather than returning to Real Madrid in a non-playing capacity.The 40-year-old has yet to announce a final decision, but optimism is growing in Milan that he will continue in Serie A.Mila
  
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• Why England won't fear Mexico or the Azteca - Shearer

  04-07-2026 20:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]I've heard a lot of talk about the difficult conditions England will face at the Azteca Stadium - but I don't think the players will be worried about any of that.Instead of having any fear about the different tests they face, they will just be thinking 'bring it on'. I know I would be.All the talk stops when they run out anyway, and if they play the game rather than the occasion then I think they will win.Yes, it's going to be tough, because of the altitude and the atmosphere and everything
  
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• Arsenal Are Ready To Move In For This La Liga Speedster: Should Arteta Go For Him?

  04-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Are Ready To Move In For This La Liga Speedster: Should Arteta Go For Him?In a recent report, Fichajes claimed that Arsenal are ready to move in for Athletic Bilbao speedster Nico Williams. It has been mentioned that the Gunners are eyeing a €90m move to sign the Spanish winger in this transfer window.Williams’ Impressive Form In La LigaWilliams enjoyed a good run of form at the Spanish club as he put in a string of impressive performances for them in the final third. The 23-y
  
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• Nuno Mendes welcomes Lamine Yamal showdown ahead of Spain vs Portugal: ‘A player of great quality’

  04-07-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nuno Mendes welcomes Lamine Yamal showdown ahead of Spain vs Portugal: ‘A player of great quality’Spain and Portugal will meet on Monday in the World Cup Round of 16, with one of the most anticipated individual battles set to take place between Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal and PSG defender Nuno Mendes.The clash pits one of the world’s most exciting wingers against one of the game’s finest left-backs, adding another layer of intrigue to an already highly anticipated kn
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool stance on player who Arne Slot loved

  04-07-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool stance on player who Arne Slot lovedFabrizio Romano is the guru of transfers with the Italian journalist rarely ever getting any information he has about Liverpool wrong. The Reds are clearly gearing themselves up for wholesale changes this summer after their fifth-place finish in the Premier League last season.Indeed, they still qualified for the Champions League by the skin of their teeth but, for a team of the Reds' quality, they should be cruising past most
  
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• When does USA Soccer play next? 2026 USMNT World Cup schedule, how to watch, odds vs Belgium

  04-07-2026 20:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The USA men's national team is onto the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup on home soil, as they face Belgium, and are just one win away from their first quarterfinal appearance in 24 years.The Yanks reached the quarters in 2002, beating Mexico in the Round of 16 before a controversial loss to Germany took them out of the picture before the semifinal stage.MORE — World Cup daily scheduleMauricio Pochettino's side now face a talented group of veterans as Belgium stand in their way of re
  
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• Rangers Launch €4.5m Bid For 19-Year-Old Midfielder: Right Or Wrong Decision?

  04-07-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers Launch €4.5m Bid For 19-Year-Old Midfielder: Right Or Wrong Decision?The transfer window does not care about your long-term project. It wants cash, it wants drama, and right now, it wants to split up Belgrade’s finest double act.Rangers launch €4.5m bid for Partizan star, but Ibrox must tread carefullyReports from Mozzart Sport suggest a formal written offer from Glasgow Rangers has dropped straight onto the doormat at Humska 1 for Ognjen Ugrešić. The numbers?
  
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• Douglas Luiz set for new Juventus lease of life under Luciano Spalletti

  04-07-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Douglas Luiz set for new Juventus lease of life under Luciano SpallettiAccording to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Luciano Spalletti wants to give Douglas Luiz a fresh start at Juventus by deploying him as a regista, a deep-lying playmaker role similar to how Stanislav Lobotka operated in his Napoli side. The manager wants to test the Brazilian midfielder in this position before the pre-season friendlies begin.This tactical experiment is further influenced by Juventus’s failure to qualify for th
  
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• Bennacer signs with new agency in hope to get off Milan books

  04-07-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bennacer signs with new agency in hope to get off Milan booksIsmael Bennacer is still on the Milan books after the Dinamo Zagreb loan, but is taking matters into his own hands to find a new club this summer.The Algeria international had been a big investment when making the transfer to Milan in 2019 for €17.2m from Empoli.His career was at its peak when he suffered a devastating knee injury in May 2023, from which he struggled to fully recover.Bennacer and Milan seek permanent splitepa11804
  
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