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• Will transfers be a distraction for England at World Cup?

  05-06-2026 23:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona, who signed Anthony Gordon last month, are yet to make Marcus Rashford's move permanent [Getty Images]You would think representing your country at a World Cup would be the sole focus for England's players this summer. The reality is a lot more complicated.The tournament arrives in the middle of a busy summer of transfers, with several players in Thomas Tuchel's 26-man squad facing uncertain club futures.Clubs will continue to pursue deals during the five-week long tournament, agents wi
  
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• Real Madrid ready to stretch budget to €180 million for Florentino Perez’s ‘Galactico’ signing – Romano

  06-06-2026 08:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid ready to stretch budget to €180 million for Florentino Perez’s ‘Galactico’ signing – RomanoYesterday, word broke out that Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise is likely to be Florentino Perez’s star signing for the summer, and there has not been a moment of calm in Madrid since.With the president announcing a €150 million budget for a mysterious star signing, Olise is one of the best-placed candidates both in terms of his talent and his position
  
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• Spain expose England's flaws in painful defeat

  06-06-2026 08:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 4-0 defeat by Spain was England's biggest under Sarina Wiegman - and heaviest since 2009[Getty Images]England just needed to avoid defeat against Spain - instead they suffered their heaviest loss in 17 years.A win or a draw would have sealed the Lionesses' place at the 2027 Women's World Cup but a 4-0 drubbing in Majorca means they will likely have to navigate two rounds of play-offs in the autumn instead.As nights go, this was one to forget for manager Sarina Wiegman, who admitted it "hurt"
  
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• ‘Found those comments to be in very poor taste’ – Interim Barcelona president reacts to Atletico’s meltdown tweets

  06-06-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘Found those comments to be in very poor taste’ – Interim Barcelona president reacts to Atletico’s meltdown tweetsBarcelona’s pursuit of Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez has become one of the biggest talking points of the summer, and club officials are clearly unimpressed with how the situation has been handled in the Spanish capital.The latest chapter in the growing tension between the two clubs came after Atletico Madrid published a series of social media po
  
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• The pioneer in an unlikely World Cup team

  06-06-2026 08:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]When Desmond Armstrong faced the media at the 1990 World Cup in Italy, the opening question he was asked wasn't about the remarkable feat of the USA team reaching the tournament for the first time in four decades."Why aren't you playing basketball?" was directed at Armstrong, then a 25-year-old defender, who was about to become the first US-born black player to represent the United States at a World Cup."There were no congratulations, or 'how excited are you to be here?'" Armstrong
  
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• Serie A giants pushing to sign backup Real Madrid forward

  06-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A giants pushing to sign backup Real Madrid forwardBrahim Diaz was one of the Real Madrid players who suffered last season as a direct result of the hierarchy that he could not break even through his strong performances.The Moroccan winger did fabulously in the chances he was given, especially when the likes of Vinicius Jr. or Kylian Mbappe were injured. However, he was never really considered a starter for the team at any point in the season.His frustration, needless to say, has opened up
  
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• Barcelona on alert as Bayer Leverkusen superstar becomes available for just €10 million

  06-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona on alert as Bayer Leverkusen superstar becomes available for just €10 millionBarcelona have been presented with an unexpected opportunity in the transfer market after Bayer Leverkusen defender Alejandro Grimaldo emerged as a realistic option for a surprisingly low fee this summer.According to SPORT, the former La Masia graduate could be available for around €10 million, a figure that has immediately attracted attention given his performances over the past few seasons.Grimaldo
  
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• Inter and Tottenham come forward for Evan Ndicka

  06-06-2026 07:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter and Tottenham come forward for Evan NdickaAwaiting D’Amico, in addition to Gasperini, are the agents of the three players whose contracts are expiring.Dybala, Pellegrini, and Celik have expressed their willingness to stay with the coach.However, since the end of May, they have been put on hold, with the departure of sports director Massara, who was initially tasked with explaining to the respective managers the basis on which Roma would propose their renewals, writes Ugo Trani in Il
  
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• Is England vs New Zealand on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup warm-up clash

  06-06-2026 07:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England ramp up their World Cup preparations with their first warm-up outing as they face the competition’s lowest ranked nation New Zealand.Thomas Tuchel’s side landed in Miami earlier this week, gearing up for their bid to end 60 years without a major international trophy.They will now go through their first of two tune-ups before the tournament gets underway, something fans may see as much-needed after England emerged on the losing side in their previous outing against Japan back
  
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• Is Romania vs Wales on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch international friendly

  06-06-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wales make the trip to Bucharest to face Romania in an international friendly.Craig Bellamy’s side would have loved to be preparing for a World Cup at this time but after suffering play-off heartbreak at the hands of Bosnia and Herzegovina back in March, they have to settle for low stakes.They face another team who narrowly missed out on World Cup qualification, with Romania similarly being dealt a semi-final defeat in their tie against Turkey.Following the death of legendary coach Mircea
  
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• Is Brazil vs Egypt on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup warm-up clash

  06-06-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brazil meet Egypt as both finalise their preparations ahead of this summer’s World Cup.It will be the Selecao’s second warm-up game after thrashing Panama 6-2 at the Maracana, though the win wasn’t without a scare, with a Matheus Cunha’s own goal cancelling out Vincius Jr’s early opener within the first 15 minutes.Egypt, meanwhile, edged past Russia last Thursday thanks to Mostafa Ziko’s second-half goal, keeping confidence high for the Pharaohs.The clash at H
  
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• Is Bolivia vs Scotland on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup warm-up clash

  06-06-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scotland have taken their World Cup preparations to American soil as they face Bolivia in their final tune-up before the beginning of the tournament.Steve Clarke’s side set off across the Atlantic after dispatching Curacao 4-1 at Hampden Park last Saturday, though they did suffer a scare against the smallest ever World Cup nation after falling behind courtesy of Tahith Chong.They’ll be hoping for less of the shakes against Bolivia who missed out on a place at the finals by the skin o
  
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• Is USA vs Germany on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup warm-up clash

  06-06-2026 07:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The United States face their final tune-up before co-hosting the World Cup as they test their credentials against four-time winners Germany.Mauricio Pochettino’s side are in good spirits after beating Senegal in a thrilling 3-2 win last Sunday, with Folarin Balogun snatching the winner after Sadio Mane’s brace cancelled out their two-goal lead.They now face a Germany side who are eager to rediscover their World Cup mojo, with the 2014 champions having gone out in the group stage in b
  
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• Callaghan fumes at call not to give Turkey red card

  06-06-2026 07:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former captain Marissa Callaghan said that Turkey striker Busem Seker "had to be sent off" after she controversially handled the ball before later scoring the winner in their 2-1 victory over Northern Ireland.Michael McArdle's side were trailing 1-0 in the closing stages of a quiet first half in Istanbul when the game sparked to life as Seker handled Fi Morgan's goalbound effort on the line.Referee Alexandra Collin quickly pointed to the spot and Northern Ireland expected a red card to follow, b
  
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• Mr Irreplaceable and Ballon d'Or contender - is this Kane's time?

  06-06-2026 07:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Kane will carry England's hopes into the World Cup as their record goalscorer [PA Media]Harry Kane's final task of the finest season of a magnificent career is to attend to unfinished business as England's World Cup captain.Kane is England's 'Mr Irreplaceable' - as proved when Thomas Tuchel's side were ominously toothless when drawing with Uruguay then losing to Japan in March friendlies at Wembley.The 32-year-old's fitness will be Tuchel's biggest concern as they prepare to start their Wo
  
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• 📸 Show that could feature in World Cup opening leaks

  06-06-2026 06:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Show that could feature in World Cup opening leaksThe countdown has begun, and the World Cup host venues are putting the finishing touches in place to host the biggest competition in soccer.Tonight, neighbors reported on social media what could be part of the opening ceremony at Estadio Ciudad de México, ahead of Mexico vs. South Africa. Drones appeared in the sky, lighting it up with Zayu, Maple, and Clutch, the competition’s mascot, the Cup, and a pair of players.&n
  
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• Jurgen Klopp camp bite back at Real Madrid claims – “It’s annoying”

  06-06-2026 05:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jurgen Klopp camp bite back at Real Madrid claims – “It’s annoying”Real Madrid are still yet to officially appoint their next manager, but the matter should be resolved as early as next week. If Florentino Perez retains the presidency, he would finalise the appointment of Jose Mourinho, whereas election rival Enrique Riquelme has promised to land Jurgen Klopp is he wins this weekend’s vote.Riquelme has made several promises to the Real Madrid members in the last few
  
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• 🚨 Klopp's agent denies Riquelme's claim: it's annoying!

  06-06-2026 04:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Klopp's agent denies Riquelme's claim: it's annoying!Enrique Riquelme announced that, if he defeats Florentino Pérez in the race for the Real Madrid presidency, he would begin contacting Jürgen Klopp to become head coach of Los Blancos, and all hell broke loose...Marc Kosicke, the former Liverpool manager’s agent, flatly denied the candidate’s remarks, according to reports from Sky Sports Germany. ""It’s annoying! Jürgen Klopp is happy in his rol
  
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• 🕊️ All of Argentina bids farewell to Indio Solari

  06-06-2026 04:34 via yahoo.com
  🕊️ All of Argentina bids farewell to Indio SolariThe death of Carlos Alberto Solari shocked the entire country; Argentina mourns an idol, and football once again comes together as a symbol of respect and love. Clubs from the Professional League, respected figures like Messi, and the Women’s National Team gave a final farewell to the national hero. Leo’s FarewellAn emotional video from the AFAThe Women’s National Team honored him in its friendly against
  
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• Mano Menezes' side beat Brazil's rivals in the Copa

  06-06-2026 03:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mano Menezes' side beat Brazil's rivals in the CopaBrazil’s second opponent at the 2026 World Cup, Haiti was beaten by Peru, the team coached by Mano Menezes, in a friendly with an eye on the tournament. La Blanquirroja secured a 2-1 comeback win at Nu Stadium, Inter Miami’s home ground, this Friday (5). 
  Sébastien Migné lined Haiti up with: Placide, Arcus, Ricardo Adé, Delcroix and Expérience; Jean Jacques, Deedson, Providence, Bellegarde; Isido
  
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• FIFA reverses course again, will permit fans to take 1 water bottle each to World Cup games in the U.S., Canada

  06-06-2026 02:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Following an outcry over a plan to forbid spectators from carrying water bottles to World Cup games, FIFA has reversed course. FIFA COO Heimo Schirg announced Friday that fans will be permitted to take a single water bottle into World Cup games hosted in the United States and Canada. It's not clear how or if the policy will impact games played in Mexico. A bottle must be factory-sealed, soft and no larger than 20 ounces. Schirg announced the new policy via a video shared by FIFA clarifying what
  
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• 🚨Breaking: Conmebol confirms venue for O’Higgins v Boca

  06-06-2026 02:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨Breaking: Conmebol confirms venue for O’Higgins v BocaConmebol gave its final verdict on the match between Boca Juniors and O'Higins, corresponding to the Copa Sudamericana Playoffs.  "We’re playing at home and with our fans!" the Chilean side celebrated on its social media, announcing that the Confederation confirmed Rancagua’s Estadio Codelco El Teniente as the venue for the second leg against Xeneize. The issue began because the stadium does not meet
  
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• 👕 Which looks best? Several European clubs debut new kits

  06-06-2026 01:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👕 Which looks best? Several European clubs debut new kitsFriday means... a roundup of the latest shirt releases on OneFootball.And several clubs unveiled their outfits (for the gala?) for the season ahead. Check out the highlights below and have your say:Which one is the best-looking? Wolves 🏴After relegation from the Premier League, Wolverhampton looked to the past to celebrate its 150th anniversary.The traditional city coat of arms stands out on the shirt —
  
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• Spain expose England's flaws in heavy defeat that 'hurts'

  06-06-2026 01:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 4-0 defeat by Spain was England's biggest under Sarina Wiegman - and heaviest since 2009[Getty Images]England just needed to avoid defeat against Spain - instead they suffered their heaviest loss in 17 years.A win or a draw would have sealed the Lionesses' place at the 2027 Women's World Cup but a 4-0 drubbing in Majorca means they will likely have to navigate two rounds of play-offs in the autumn instead.As nights go, this was one to forget for manager Sarina Wiegman, who admitted it "hurt"
  
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• Fifa clarifies water bottle stadium rule

  06-06-2026 01:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2022 World Cup attracted more than a million fans to Qatar [Getty Images]Fifa says fans will be able to bring sealed disposable water bottles into World Cup stadiums following criticism over a decision to ban reusable bottles.The governing body initially made a late policy change banning bottles - along with cups, jars and cans - because of safety concerns.Fifa has now clarified the policy, saying it is only hard-sided reusable bottles that are banned."Each spectator can bring with them one
  
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• How England can still qualify for the Women's World Cup

  06-06-2026 01:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dutchwoman Sarina Wiegman took over the England manager's job in 2021 [Getty Images]A humbling defeat by fierce rivals Spain on Friday left England looking unlikely to seal automatic qualification through the group stage route for next summer's Women's World Cup in Brazil.The Lionesses would have won the group if they avoided defeat in Majorca after beating the world champions 1-0 at Wembley in April.However, Spain were commanding winners, with the 4-0 result moving them level on points with Eng
  
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• Germany forward Karl ruled out of World Cup

  06-06-2026 01:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Karl helped Bayern Munich win the Bundesliga last season [Getty Images]Germany forward Lennart Karl has been ruled out of the 2026 World Cup with a thigh injury.The highly rated 18-year-old suffered the issue in Germany's final training session before a warm-up game against World Cup co-hosts United States.Bayern Munich's Karl started in Germany's 4-0 win against Finland in a friendly on Sunday, during which he set up one of the goals, but he will now be replaced by RB Leipzig's Assan Ouedraogo.
  
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• Bayern Munich respond to Florentino Perez transfer plans for star player

  06-06-2026 00:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich respond to Florentino Perez transfer plans for star playerEarlier this week, Florentino Perez enticed Real Madrid supporters by promising to spend big on a new Galactico if he is re-elected as president this weekend. He did not specify which player he would target, although it has since been revealed that Michael Olise is the man he wants.Olise is a player that Real Madrid have been interested in for some time, with links having emerged in recent months. Perez intends to submit an
  
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• 👀 Who goes through? Previews of Groups E and F at Copa 2026

  06-06-2026 00:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👀 Who goes through? Previews of Groups E and F at Copa 2026IT'S ALMOST TIME!The 2026 World Cup gets underway next Thursday (11).After the details on Groups A and B and C and D, it’s now time for two more: E and F.Which include Germany and the Netherlands, for example.The top two teams in each group will advance to the pre-Round of 16 along with the eight best third-placed teams.See below how the teams in those groups are shaping up and have your say: who do you think will qualify?&
  
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• 👀 Who goes through? Group E and F previews for the 2026 World Cup

  06-06-2026 00:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  👀 Who goes through? Group E and F previews for the 2026 World CupIT’S ALMOST TIME!The 2026 World Cup gets underway next Thursday (11).After the breakdown of Groups A and B and C and D, it is now time for two more: E and F.Which feature Germany and the Netherlands, for example.The top two teams in each group will advance to the preliminary round of 32 along with the eight best third-placed teams.See below how the teams in those groups are shaping up and have your say: who should qua
  
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