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• Wilson makes Leeds debut in defeat by Wrexham

  26-07-2026 09:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Wilson signed a four-year deal with Leeds after leaving Fulham [Getty Images]Wales attacking midfielder Harry Wilson made his first outing for Leeds United as they were beaten 3-2 by Wrexham in the club's opening pre-season game.Wilson, who joined the Elland Road side on a free transfer in the summer after his contract at Fulham ran out, came on for the second half of the game at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.Leeds found themselves behind almost immediately when Kieffer Moore
  
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• Wrexham close in on Palace defender Imray

  27-07-2026 16:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Danny Imray joined Crystal Palace from Chelmsford City in 2021 [Getty Images]Wrexham are closing in on the signing of Crystal Palace defender Danny Imray.The versatile full-back - who can also operate at right wing-back - had loan spells with Blackpool and West Bromwich Albion last season.He is now expected to seal a move to north Wales and become the Red Dragons' first signing of the summer.Imray, 23, featured in Crystal Palace's 3-0 friendly defeat by his former club Bromley on Saturday but is
  
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• Pompey striker Waddingham ready to compete

  27-07-2026 16:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Portsmouth striker Thomas Waddingham says he wants to compete for a place in the team after recovering from a long-term injury.Since arriving from Australian A-League side Brisbane Roar in January 2025, the 21-year-old's time at Fratton Park has been severely hampered by injury.Waddingham has only made 11 appearances for Pompey in the Championship so far, scoring one goal.He had to undergo surgery on his thigh last season, which kept him out for most of the campaign, but is now "fully fit"."Hope
  
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• Real Madrid more confident than ever over Rodri signing as Manchester City sell condition emerges

  27-07-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid more confident than ever over Rodri signing as Manchester City sell condition emergesReal Madrid are now optimistic about their chances of signing Man City’s Rodri this summerOne Madrid source believes City would want to sign a replacement before allowing Rodri to leaveRodri is into the final year of his current contract at the Etihad StadiumReal Madrid are growing optimistic about their chances of signing Rodri from Manchester City this summer, with a key condition around a re
  
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• Comuzzo all set for Torino in €20m agreement with Fiorentina

  27-07-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Comuzzo all set for Torino in €20m agreement with FiorentinaMultiple sources are confident Torino will sign Fiorentina defender Pietro Comuzzo on loan with an option to buy for a total fee of €20m.FLORENCE, ITALY – MARCH 12: Ivi Lopez of Rakow Czestochowa battles for the ball with Pietro Comuzzo of ACF Fiorentina during the UEFA Conference League 2025/26 round of 16 first leg match between ACF Fiorentina and Rakow Czestochowa at Stadio Artemio Franchi on March 12, 2026 in Florenc
  
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• Just in: Barcelona explore move for Premier League striker; Man City also keen – Romano

  27-07-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Just in: Barcelona explore move for Premier League striker; Man City also keen – RomanoAccording to Fabrizio Romano, FC Barcelona have actively explored a move for AFC Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi over recent weeks as an alternative attacking option. The Catalans’ pursuit of Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez becoming increasingly difficult.The club’s sporting department has acknowledged the immense complications surrounding the Argentine forward, forcing them to l
  
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• Stuttgart outpace Hoffenheim in race for Feyenoord’s Leo Sauer, €12.5m deal nears completion

  27-07-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stuttgart outpace Hoffenheim in race for Feyenoord’s Leo Sauer, €12.5m deal nears completionVfB Stuttgart are poised to sign Feyenoord winger Leo Sauer after winning a head-to-head transfer battle with Bundesliga rivals Hoffenheim. This is presently confirmed by virtually all reliable German footballing media sources. Multiple reports claim that Stuttgart have reached an agreement worth €12.5m plus bonuses for the 20-year-old. Sauer is expected to sign a contract through 2031 onc
  
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• 🔥📹 FIFA reveals the best goal of the 2026 World Cup

  27-07-2026 16:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔥📹 FIFA reveals the best goal of the 2026 World CupFIFA announced this Monday that the goal scored by full-back Sidny Lopes Cabral of Cabo against Argentina was voted the best goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The goal, scored in the round of 32, beat those by Eldor Shomurodov of Uzbekistan and Wilson Isidor of Haiti, who finished second and third, respectively. Watch Sidny Cabral’s stunning goal again:Sidny Cabral struck the shot to make it 2-2 in extra time. Later, Argentin
  
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• 'Quietly optimistic' - but Chelsea must 'offload' players

  27-07-2026 16:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We wanted to know your expectations for Xabi Alonso's first season in charge at Stamford Bridge.Here are some of your comments:Kieran: I went into the transfer window thinking we should be aiming for fifth place and to get ourselves stable under new management. But, with these signings, there is no reason Chelsea shouldn't be aiming higher up that table for 2026-27.Martin: Quietly optimistic this season will be an improvement on last season. A top-five finish would be an achie
  
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• 🚨🎥 Sidny Lopes Cabral wins FIFA World Cup Goal of the Tournament award

  27-07-2026 16:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨🎥 Sidny Lopes Cabral wins FIFA World Cup Goal of the Tournament awardCape Verde's Sidny Lopes Cabral has been crowned the winner of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Goal of the Tournament award after his sensational strike against Argentina topped the public voteThe midfielder's unforgettable effort came in Cape Verde's dramatic Round of 32 clash with the defending champions in Miami, where he curled a stunning long-range finish beyond Argentina's goalkeeper in extra time to level the ma
  
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• 'Losing Rodri would be a massive blow'

  27-07-2026 16:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on Rodri potentially leaving Manchester City this summer.Here are some of your comments:Joseph: Losing Rodri would be a massive blow to the team, he's been a fantastic servant over the past few years and has been a strong warrior regardless of injuries. To lose Rodri would put a hole in the team that would take time to fill. However if he desires to go back to Spain and play for a club, he deserves a starting spot at Real Madrid as they are the best tea
  
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• Real Madrid target trains with current club even as €115 million move nears – report

  27-07-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid target trains with current club even as €115 million move nears – reportYan Diomande’s commitment to RB Leipzig remains unchanged despite his imminent move to Real Madrid.Indeed, as per Mundo Deportivo, the 19-year-old Ivory Coast winger returned to training with the Bundesliga club on Monday, even though he has already agreed personal terms with Real Madrid and both clubs are finalising the details of his transfer.RB Leipzig themselves highlighted his return by post
  
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• Milan’s Santiago Gimenez: Fiorentina make contact, Lazio have strong interest

  27-07-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan’s Santiago Gimenez: Fiorentina make contact, Lazio have strong interestSerie A side Milan have been interested in Santiago Gimenez’s exit for many months now but a deal can now finally go through this summer, with Lazio and Fiorentina in the race for the Mexican’s signature.Daniele Longo has reported that the striker is on the transfer list and Milan would only have him as a third-choice, behind Goncalo Ramos and Francesco Camarda. Further, there are doubts around the Mex
  
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• “Lost touch with reality” – PSG’s talented winger being led down bad path by family and agents

  27-07-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “Lost touch with reality” – PSG’s talented winger being led down bad path by family and agentsIbrahim Mbaye’s situation at PSG is turning into a disaster, with a war of words with a journalist kicking off this week.If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content.Things were very quiet at PSG in terms of transfer this summer – that’s all changed this weeke
  
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• 🔝 Official: Cape Verde scored the best goal of the World Cup

  27-07-2026 16:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🔝 Official: Cape Verde scored the best goal of the World CupSidny Lopes Cabral’s stunning right-footed strike for the Cape Verde national team against Argentina has officially been chosen as the Hyundai Goal of the Tournament at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The goal, scored in the round of 32 at Miami Stadium, beat out strikes from Eldor Shomurodov and Wilson Isidor in the voting.A work of art against La AlbicelesteThe left-back got past Alexis Mac Allister and curled the ball into Emi
  
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• Salah, Stones & Sancho - Premier League free agents

  27-07-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Salah, Stones and Sancho are all currently free agents [Getty Images]The 2026-27 Premier League season is fast approaching but there are still plenty of players yet to secure their club futures.Whether by choice or force, contracts have been run down and career paths changed. BBC Sport takes a look at some of thenotable out-of-contract players who were playing for a club in the English top flight last season.John Stones, 32 (Last club: Manchester City)Stones now left City after a decade at the c
  
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• PSG in talks with Parma for Zion Suzuki, but…

  27-07-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG in talks with Parma for Zion Suzuki, but…Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly in talks with Parma regarding a potential transfer for Zion Suzuki (23), according to Fabrizio Romano.Impressed by the Japanese goalkeeper’s potential, the reigning double European champions are said to view him as an investment for the future, although they are unable to guarantee him a place in the starting line-up.This could well work in Juventus’ favour, as they are on the hunt for a new first-
  
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• 'Chiesa has not had a fair crack of the whip' - fan views

  27-07-2026 16:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on Federico Chiesa's future at Anfied. Here are some of your comments:Phil: I love Chiesa but just like Joe Gomez he's always injured. We need players who are available for the majority of games so we can get consistency.David: We should keep him and hopefully give him more chances. I think he could do a good job for the team.Mick: He was only a bit-part player under Arne Slot, and in my opinion should have played more minutes. I hope the hierarchy keep
  
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• World Cup 2026: Gianni Infantino slams critics who were 'spreading hate' during event

  27-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 World Cup is over, and instead of focusing on the joys of the event, FIFA President Gianni Infantino took a moment to call out its critics in one of his first comments since the final.In a lengthy social-media post, Infantino ripped critics whom he accused of "spreading hate" during the 2026 World Cup.Infantino's statement immediately begins with him calling out those who "missed our beautiful game.""To all of you who missed watching kids, babies, grandparents, and parents come together
  
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• Sassuolo ready to win Bowie transfer battle with Cagliari, Bologna and Celtic

  27-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sassuolo ready to win Bowie transfer battle with Cagliari, Bologna and CelticSassuolo are ready to beat Cagliari, Bologna and Celtic in the race to sign Hellas Verona and Scotland striker Kieron Bowie, in a deal that could have Samuele Mulattieri go the other way.The asking price is believed to be €9-10m plus add-ons and a decisive meeting is scheduled for Tuesday to get the final details over the line.Bowie eager to stay in Serie ABERGAMO, ITALY – MARCH 22: Kieron Bowie of Hellas Ver
  
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• Barcelona willing to raise Julian Alvarez offer to €130 million but Atletico remain unmoved – report

  27-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona willing to raise Julian Alvarez offer to €130 million but Atletico remain unmoved – reportIt is no secret that FC Barcelona see a move for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez as their topmost priority for the summer.An offer of around €100 million, including add-ons, has already been tabled and further rejected by the Spanish capital club.Despite the Rojiblancos’ stance, Barça insist that their offer remains on the table, although for a limited time only
  
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• Augsburg and Palace near agreement on €30m Chrislain Matsima transfer

  27-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Augsburg and Palace near agreement on €30m Chrislain Matsima transferFlorian Plettenberg reports that Augsburg and Crystal Palace have made significant progress in the matter of defender Chrislain Matsima’s stalled transfer. New negotiations between the Premier League outfit and the Bundesliga club took place on Monday. Once negotiations are wrapped up, the total package for the Frenchman will exceed €30m.Matsima remains in Bavaria for now, having not yet been granted clearance t
  
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• Chelsea open talks to sign Brighton striker Welbeck

  27-07-2026 15:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Welbeck has previously played for Manchester United, Sunderland, Arsenal and Watford in the Premier League [Getty Images]Chelsea are in talks to sign Brighton striker Danny Welbeck.The 35-year-old is keen on moving to Stamford Bridge and there is optimism from Chelsea's side that a deal can be concluded. The Blues are looking for experience because of an acceptance that their model of signing young players needs a "tweak" - according to influential owner Behdad Eghbali in April - and Welbeck cou
  
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• Italy’s Sports minister slams Azzurri’s Andrea Pirlo mess-up

  27-07-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy’s Sports minister slams Azzurri’s Andrea Pirlo mess-upItalian football finds itself in the middle of a crisis again, as Andrea Pirlo’s candidacy for the Azzurri role has gone up in smoke. There have been increasing doubts about the future of Paolo Maldini too and now, Italy’s sports minister Andrea Abodi has made his views clear about the matter.Now, Pirlo will definitely not be the next manager of the national team. This is largely due to his links with a FonBet, a
  
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• Inter and Juventus working on John Stones deal after Chelsea and Arsenal interest

  27-07-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter and Juventus working on John Stones deal after Chelsea and Arsenal interestJohn Stones continues to be linked with a move to Italy this summer, and the latest updates from Fabrizio Romano confirm that both Inter and Juventus are in contact with the player’s agent.Genuine Stones interest from both Inter and JuventusEngland international Stones is available on a free transfer after leaving Manchester City upon the expiry of his contract on June 30. The 32-year-old spent 10 seasons at t
  
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• Reports: Chelsea in shock talks to sign Danny Welbeck - A good move for Xabi Alonso?

  27-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea are reportedly in shock talks to sign veteran forward Danny Welbeck from Brighton and Hove Albion.Welbeck, 35, scored 13 goals in the Premier League last season in his best-ever return in the English top-flight and the English forward is aging like a fine wine as many pushed for him to be called up to England's World Cup squad. Welbeck's form led Brighton to an eighth-place finish last season as they qualified for the UEFA Conference League. But according to multiple reports, from the Da
  
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• How Korean Football Fans Follow Serie A, European Football and Live Sports Coverage

  27-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How Korean Football Fans Follow Serie A, European Football and Live Sports CoverageSPONSOREDFootball has become one of the most popular international sports among South Korean fans. While the K League remains an important part of the country’s football culture, millions of Korean supporters also follow top European leagues and international tournaments throughout the year. Thanks to modern technology and digital media, fans can now access match schedules, breaking news, player updates, sta
  
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• Chelsea place big price on Liverpool and Manchester City target

  27-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea place big price on Liverpool and Manchester City targetPedro Neto Transfer Latest: Chelsea Set Strong Stance Amid Liverpool and Manchester City InterestChelsea are relaxed about the growing noise around Pedro Neto, but there is a firm message behind the scenes, any deal would need to reflect a market that has become increasingly inflated for elite wide players. According to Mail, the Blues are aware of attention from Liverpool, Manchester City and clubs in Saudi Arabia, yet they are &ldq
  
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• Two difference makers can help Celtic's European mission

  27-07-2026 15:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kasper Hogh and Camilo Duran could be difference-makers for Celtic in Europe.Former Dundee and Ross County manager Tony Docherty thinks players of Duran and Hogh's quality are exactly the type of signings Celtic should be making if they want to progress in Europe, not just domestically. Duran, who scored five goals in the Champions League for Qarabag last season, joined the club earlier this month while Hogh of Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt, who also scored five Champions League goals, is believed t
  
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• Bundesliga striker holding off agreed transfer in hope of Barcelona move – report

  27-07-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bundesliga striker holding off agreed transfer in hope of Barcelona move – reportBarcelona’s objective of signing a new centre-forward has not quite gone to plan this summer, for they are yet to make concrete progress on any front.They have already secured the signings of Karim Adeyemi and Anthony Gordon, but Julian Alvarez remains the top striker target and they are no closer on that front than they were a month ago.As matters stand, Ferran Torres is the club’s only centre-for
  
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