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• Wilson completes Leeds move

  08-07-2026 19:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds have announced the signing of Harry Wilson on a four-year deal.The 29-year-old Wales international was a free agent after his contract at Fulham expired at the end of June.Wilson joined Fulham in 2021 for £12m from Liverpool and scored 36 goals in 187 appearances over five years, including 11 goals and eight assists in a stellar campaign last season.In their announcement, Leeds said Wilson chose the Whites over "several offers from elsewhere" and stressed his capability to play "acro
  
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• Could Morocco become a football powerhouse?

  09-07-2026 10:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morocco are currently ranked sixth in Fifa's world rankings [Getty Images]"Morocco have the potential to be a powerhouse of world football."It is a bold statement, but Neil Ward has witnessed the country's passion and plans first hand.The Welshman served as director of technical operations at the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (RMFF).He was in Rabat when Morocco became the first ever African nation to reach the World Cup semi-finals in 2022 - losing 2-0 to France - and saw how "it took over
  
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• 🎥 Consolation pint for Germany? Zlatan taunts World Cup losers

  09-07-2026 10:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Consolation pint for Germany? Zlatan taunts World Cup losersZlatan Ibrahimović has never been one to mince his words. So why start now? In the time since retiring from active football, the Swedish superstar has also made a name for himself as a TV pundit on 'Fox Sports', among other things. As usual, he has been firing off one-liners left and right. A number of World Cup nations also got a taste of his sharp tongue after being knocked out of the tournament. Among them was the Germ
  
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• Today’s Papers: Italy’s 20th anniversary, Milan’s Amorim era, Mbappe vs. Morocco

  09-07-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Today’s Papers: Italy’s 20th anniversary, Milan’s Amorim era, Mbappe vs. MoroccoLa Gazzetta dello SportMake us dream again 20 years since the Azzurri triumph in BerlinFrom Italy’s World Cup celebrations to Malagoo’s mission, the yes from Maldini, then Conte to return to being one of the greatsSeeing the star Amorim, what a presentationThe Milan coach: ‘We want to win the 20th Scudetto’Mbappe without limits Onto the Morocco-France quarter-f
  
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• Liverpool given final chance to sign €50m sensation

  09-07-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool given final chance to sign €50m sensationLiverpool already have a lot of players on their shortlist this summer. The Anfield outfit are clearly gearing themselves up for another rebuild and, without it, there's no way that they'd perform as well as they need to in order to try and win the Premier League title.Of course, Andoni Iraola will want to evaluate all of the players he has at his disposal but, by the end of pre-season, he'll need an exact idea of who he wants to keep, who
  
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• Hansi Flick to assess at least 10 La Masia talents during Barcelona pre-season

  09-07-2026 10:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick to assess at least 10 La Masia talents during Barcelona pre-seasonBarcelona’s preparations for the 2026/27 season will begin with a strong La Masia presence as Hansi Flick prepares to welcome a host of academy talents into the first-team environment. According to Mundo Deportivo, at least 10 youth players are expected to train with the senior squad when Barcelona pre-season officially gets underway, giving several youngsters the chance to impress while many established sta
  
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• Arsenal move leaves Newcastle facing major Guimarães decision

  09-07-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal move leaves Newcastle facing major Guimarães decisionNewcastle insist Arsenal have yet to make direct contact, even as Guimarães’s camp pushes for a move and intermediaries test the numbers.Photo by Stu Forster/Getty ImagesBruno Guimarães has reportedly told Newcastle United he wants to leave and join Arsenal, with his representatives now pushing hard to make a deal a reality.Newcastle want to keep their captain and have dismissed any suggestion they would agre
  
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• 'I feel like I'm in the prime of my career' - Leeds new boy Wilson

  09-07-2026 10:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]New Leeds signing Harry Wilson says the "ambitions and size of the club" drew him to joining as a free agent.The 29-year-old forward enjoyed his best goalscoring return in the Premier League last term with 10 goals in 36 appearances for Fulham and had interest from several clubs on the expiry of his contract with the Cottagers at the end of June."It was about picking the right club and I didn't want to rush into anything," Wilson told BBC Radio Leeds after moving to Elland Road on
  
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• Official | Emersonn completes Ipswich Town switch

  09-07-2026 10:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Emersonn completes Ipswich Town switchEmersonn (21) has completed a switch from Toulouse FC to Ipswich Town, as confirmed on Wednesday. It represents a record sale for the Ligue 1 club.Emersonn only joined the club last summer from Turkish club Goztepe in a deal worth a little over €3m. One year later and he leaves for 10 times that fee. The deal, worth €32m, breaks Le TéFéCé’s previous record sale figure of €25m (the fee that West Ham Un
  
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• Report: Liverpool facing major competition to sign midfielder

  09-07-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool facing major competition to sign midfielderDarren Motsi Transfer Race Heats Up as Liverpool Face Tottenham ChallengeLiverpool have moved early in this transfer window, but the bigger picture remains fairly simple. One senior signing, plenty of links, and a lot of noise. Victor Munoz has arrived for £34.5 million as Andoni Iraola begins work, but beyond that, the club are still in assessment mode while rivals push ahead.One of the more interesting situations now centres on
  
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• Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal calls Real Madrid veteran ‘one of the best in the world’

  09-07-2026 09:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal calls Real Madrid veteran ‘one of the best in the world’As Spain prepare for one of their toughest tests of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal has reserved special praise for the player he believes could make the biggest difference for Belgium. Ahead of Friday’s quarter-final, the teenage sensation described Real Madrid veteran Thibaut Courtois as one of the finest goalkeepers in world football while insisting his focus
  
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• Hansi Flick to include promising 18-year-old defender in Barcelona pre-season preparations – report

  09-07-2026 09:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick to include promising 18-year-old defender in Barcelona pre-season preparations – reportBarcelona’s preparations for the new season will feature another exciting academy prospect, with Juwensley Onstein set to receive his first major opportunity under Hansi Flick. According to a report from SPORT, the young 18-year-old centre-back has been included in the first-team manager’s plans for pre-season.Notably, the aforementioned development highlights the club’
  
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• OGC Nice sporting director Roger Ricort on Terem Moffi: ‘We don’t necessarily respect the man but we will respect the player.’

  09-07-2026 09:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OGC Nice sporting director Roger Ricort on Terem Moffi: ‘We don’t necessarily respect the man but we will respect the player.’Terem Moffi (27) has returned to OGC Nice following the expiry of his loan at FC Porto, however, it has been made clear to him that his future does not lie at the Allianz Riviera. Moffi was one of two players to leave the club following an episode back in November. Upon the return of Le Gym’s team bus, following a defeat against FC L
  
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• Midfielder agrees move as Liverpool transfer now edging closer

  09-07-2026 09:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Midfielder agrees move as Liverpool transfer now edging closerLiverpool have a lot of change coming their way this summer. The Anfield outfit have already been linked with an abundance of new players after they only finished fifth in the Premier League last time around.Most people expected the Reds to easily retain the title and perhaps even win the Premier League but, unfortunately for them, that was far from the case.Even though many players are expected to join Liverpool, a lot could also be
  
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• England’s win over Mexico got higher US viewing figures than USA v Belgium

  09-07-2026 09:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England’s epic encounter against Mexico in the round of 16 at the World Cup 2026 drew more of an audience in the United States then the country’s own last-16 tie against Belgium. The US’s game was aired on Monday and saw Belgium sweep past Mauricio Pochettino’s men 4-1 with the build-up to the clash being dominated by Donald Trump’s intervention with Fifa over rescinding a red card ban for striker Folarin Balogun. That game was watched by 42m people across Fox, Tele
  
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• Noboody can question integrity of World Cup referees - Collina

  09-07-2026 09:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa chief refereeing officer Pierluigi Collina says "nobody can question the integrity" of the World Cup match officials following "unfounded allegations" made after Egypt's 3-2 loss to Argentina.On Tuesday, the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) asked Fifa to kick the officials in charge of their World Cup last-16 defeat out of the tournament.The EFA demanded an investigation into the "double standards" of officiating after two second-half calls on fouls went against them, helping Argentina o
  
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• Brighton’s Diego Coppola nearing Paris FC return

  09-07-2026 09:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brighton’s Diego Coppola nearing Paris FC returnBrighton and Hove Albion defender Diego Coppola (22) is nearing a return to Paris FC, according to a report from Fabrizio Romano.Coppola joined Paris FC on loan from Brighton back in January. He would make 14 appearances for Les Parisiens, firstly under Stéphane Gilli and then under Antoine Kombouaré. However, it was uncertain whether his stay at the Stade Jean Bouin would be extended beyond the summer. The c
  
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• Maresca's backroom staff confirmed

  09-07-2026 09:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Manchester City have confirmed the coaches that will join the club as part of Enzo Maresca's backroom team, with all having previously worked with the Italian.Maresca signed a three-year contract to replace Pep Guardiola and compatriot Roberto Vitiello will become his new assistant manager.The 43-year-old started his career at Parma and played for Cesena, Vicenza, Rimini, Siena and at Palermo along with Maresca.Willy Caballero joins as a first-team coach and returns to City, where
  
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• Six Manchester City players return from loan as Enzo Maresca prepares squad assessment

  09-07-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Six Manchester City players return from loan as Enzo Maresca prepares squad assessmentSix Man City players have returned to the club following their respective 2025-26 loan spellsManuel Akanji, Vitor Reis, Kalvin Phillips & Jack Grealish among those back at the Etihad StadiumThe returns give Enzo Maresca a full picture of his squad as Man City’s summer rebuild continuesManchester City have confirmed that six players have returned to the club following the conclusion of their respective
  
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• Ndoye among possible alternatives to Greenwood

  09-07-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ndoye among possible alternatives to GreenwoodRoma have seen their main transfer target, Mason Greenwood, slip away. The English winger will move to Fenerbahce in the next few hours, having reached an agreement with the player and is now close to matching OM’s offer. This is a huge disappointment for many Roma fans who were hoping for a major signing. The 2001-born player was at the top of Gasperini’s wish list, and he will now have to focus on another winger who can boost Roma&rsquo
  
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• Lamine Yamal opens up on pressure, criticism and Spain’s World Cup hopes: ‘When you win, everything hurts less’

  09-07-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamine Yamal opens up on pressure, criticism and Spain’s World Cup hopes: ‘When you win, everything hurts less’Lamine Yamal continues to grow both on and off the pitch, and the Barcelona forward offered another glimpse into his mindset during an in-depth interview with Mundo Deportivo. Widely regarded as one of Spain’s most influential players despite being only 18, Yamal discussed everything from handling expectations and criticism to his World Cup ambitions and his
  
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• Journalist explains how Jose Mourinho will use Real Madrid’s new signings next season

  09-07-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist explains how Jose Mourinho will use Real Madrid’s new signings next seasonReal Madrid’s summer rebuild may still be ongoing, but Jose Mourinho already appears to have a clear picture of how he wants his team to line up next season. According to a report from Miguel Serrano, relayed by Defensa Central, the Portuguese manager has largely settled on his preferred Real Madrid starting XI for the 2026/27 campaign, with only a handful of positions still open to competition.
  
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• Olise yellow card stands as Saibari out for Morocco

  09-07-2026 09:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael Olise leads the World Cup for assists with five [Getty Images]France have failed in their bid to have Michael Olise's yellow card from their win against Paraguay overturned.The Bayern Munich winger was booked after clashing with Matias Galarza in stoppage time during France's 1-0 victory in a fiery last-16 match in Philadelphia.Galarza fell to the ground after Olise grabbed his shirt during the altercation.Olise, who has five assists at the 2026 World Cup, would miss his country's semi-f
  
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• Ruben Amorim admits he made mistakes during his time at Manchester United

  09-07-2026 09:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ruben Amorim admits he made mistakes during his time at Manchester UnitedRuben Amorim has acknowledged he made many mistakes during his time at Manchester United. Amorim was sacked as United manager in January after a challenging 14-month period at Old Trafford. The Portuguese has now returned to management, as he takes charge of Serie A giants AC Milan. Speaking in his first press-conference, Amorim reflected on his time in the Premier League, admitting he made mistakes during hi
  
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• 🗞️ World Cup heats up in the quarter-finals, Thursday's front pages

  09-07-2026 09:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗞️ World Cup heats up in the quarter-finals, Thursday's front pagesThe 2026 World Cup enters its most electrifying stage. The front pages of the world sports press are overflowing with optimism and anticipation ahead of quarterfinals that promise maximum tension, with the Spanish national team stealing all the spotlight in its imminent and thrilling clash against Belgium.Spain: Unshakable confidence and a hunger for gloryThe Spanish press reflects an atmosphere of total unity and
  
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• 'Arbeloa arrives at a club in need of evolution, not revolution'

  09-07-2026 09:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]The Alvaro Arbeloa era has finally begun.Five weeks after Marco Silva revealed he was leaving Fulham, the club got their man to replace him. And he certainly divides opinion.Many fans are concerned about Arbeloa's lack of experience; just five months at the helm of Real Madrid doesn't cut it for them.I see the move as a positive one. Fulham are said to have been convinced by Arbeloa's vision for the 'project', built on creating a strong path from the academy to the first team
  
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• World Cup quarter-final predictions: will anyone derail France? Some of our panel believe so …

  09-07-2026 09:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The stage is set for the World Cup quarter-finals. Composite: AFP, AP, EPA, Getty Images, Reuters and Shutterstock/Guardian DesignIt’s 1-1 in the 90th minute of the World Cup final and a chance falls to your star player. Who would you rather have on the end of it: Haaland, Mbappé, Kane or Messi?Lionel Messi. As he proved in thrilling style against Egypt, Argentina’s No 10 still has magic in his boots even at the age of 39. While his penalty record of four from eight attempts i
  
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• 🎥 Best of the World Cup rest day: Zlatan, graduations... 🤣

  09-07-2026 09:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Best of the World Cup rest day: Zlatan, graduations... 🤣The first day without World Cup football was tough, but the action is back today. France-Morocco kick off the tournament’s quarterfinals.That said, things are still happening off the pitch. Gilberto Mora, from the World Cup to graduationOn Sunday you’re playing a World Cup round-of-16 match at the Azteca, and on Wednesday you’re collecting your diploma at graduation. Quite the emotional roller coaste
  
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• Jude Bellingham bids farewell to departing Real Madrid star: ‘You deserve nothing but the best’

  09-07-2026 09:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jude Bellingham bids farewell to departing Real Madrid star: ‘You deserve nothing but the best’Fran Garcia’s departure from Real Madrid has prompted an emotional reaction from one of his closest friends in the dressing room. Shortly after the Spanish defender completed his permanent move to Real Betis, Jude Bellingham took to social media to pay tribute to his former teammate, thanking him for his professionalism and wishing him success in the next chapter of his career.Th
  
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• 2026 World Cup | Which Morocco players could pose a threat to France?

  09-07-2026 09:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  2026 World Cup | Which Morocco players could pose a threat to France?Star playerAchraf Hakimi is, without a doubt, the biggest star Moroccan football has known. If Larbi Ben Barek, Noureddine Naybet and Yassine Bounou have all enjoyed the love and respect of football fans, Hakimi is on a whole other level of stardom. He’s been consistent and successful among the very best teams of world football. After starting his career at Real Madrid, he has represented Borussia Dortmund, Inter and Pari
  
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