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• World Cup 2026: Best bets for USMNT opening match vs. Paraguay

  11-06-2026 18:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The United States men's national team begins its World Cup on Friday night against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium (9 p.m. ET, FOX), and the opening game's result has long been an omen for the team's hopes of advancing.In 10 previous World Cups with a group stage, the U.S. has advanced all six times after winning or drawing its opener, and been eliminated in the group stage all four times after losing the opener.Play 2026 Soccer Pick 'Em with FOX One and make your picks for the world's biggest soccer t
  
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• Brighton launch £30m bid for highly-rated Tottenham teenager

  12-06-2026 21:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brighton have tabled a substantial £30m bid for Tottenham's highly-rated Croatian defender Luka Vuskovic. The 19-year-old is widely considered one of Europe's most promising young defensive talents, despite yet to make a senior appearance for Spurs since his 2023 move from Hajduk Split.Vuskovic spent last season on loan at Hamburg in the Bundesliga, where he enjoyed a breakout year in senior football. He featured 30 times across all competitions, including 28 league appearances, and also m
  
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• Club on brink of massive decision; Liverpool step closer to €100m deal

  12-06-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Club on brink of massive decision; Liverpool step closer to €100m dealLiverpool could have a €100m deal on their hands as one selling club nears an absolutely massive decision.Liverpool are in the market for a winger this summer and with good reason. They’d likely need one anyway after their struggles on the wing last season following Luis Diaz’s sale to Bayern Munich.But Mohamed Salah’s exit simply doubles their need. Yes, the Egyptian wasn’t at his best last s
  
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• Former Scout Reveals Why 34-Year-Old Goalkeeper Is No Longer Leeds United’s Primary Target: What’s The Best Decision For Farke?

  12-06-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Scout Reveals Why 34-Year-Old Goalkeeper Is No Longer Leeds United’s Primary Target: What’s The Best Decision For Farke?Football Insider dropped a bit of a bombshell via former scout Mick Brown. Apparently, Leeds United are having serious second thoughts about chasing Newcastle‘s Nick Pope. On paper, it sounds like a stellar signing. A proven England international with years of Premier League experience under his belt. But look a bit closer, and the cracks start to appea
  
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• Bellingham, but no Guehi - England's expected team

  12-06-2026 21:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jude Bellingham has represented England four times this season [Getty Images]During his first media briefing here in the United States, England manager Thomas Tuchel said he had "14 or 15" players in mind to start their World Cup opener against Croatia next week.Of course, it's in the best interests of every manager to keep people guessing on his team selection.But did Tuchel give away clues in his team's final World Cup warm-up game against Costa Rica on Wednesday?Well, there is certainly a sen
  
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• McTominay back in training with Scotland after World Cup scare

  12-06-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  McTominay back in training with Scotland after World Cup scareScott McTominay has been seen back in training with the rest of his Scotland national team colleagues after a brief illness scare that put the Napoli midfielder at risk of missing his nation’s 2026 World Cup opener against Haiti.McTominay panic over for ScotlandMcTominay travelled separately from the rest of the Scotland national team as they arrived at their training base in Boston. The Napoli midfielder also missed his team&rs
  
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• Five reasons why Barcelona refused to break the bank for Real Madrid-bound superstar

  12-06-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Five reasons why Barcelona refused to break the bank for Real Madrid-bound superstarFor several weeks, Bernardo Silva appeared to be one of FC Barcelona’s priority targets for the 2026/27 season. The Portuguese midfielder came close to becoming the club’s second signing after Anthony Gordon, with a preliminary agreement in place between the player and Barça.However, the deal ultimately collapsed. While nobody at the club questioned Bernardo’s quality, Barcelona decided n
  
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• Man United face multi-million pound debt repayment cost as new documents filed in US

  12-06-2026 20:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United face the prospect of paying millions more in debt repayments after borrowing an extra $125m (£93m) and at a higher interest rate. United refinanced a $425m debt by borrowing $550m in a new agreement, according to documents filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. Whereas the previous bond, which was due to expire in 2027, had an interest rate of 3.79 per cent, the new contract comes with a rate of 5.36 per cent. It could mean United pay around £10m more
  
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• Mo Salah could make shock Liverpool return according to teammate

  12-06-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mo Salah could make shock Liverpool return according to teammateMohamed Salah Future: Liverpool Question Lingers Into World CupMohamed Salah may have left Liverpool, yet somehow the story still refuses to behave like a clean break. At 33, with Egypt preparing for their opening World Cup match against Belgium in Spokane, Washington, Salah should be focused on football, legacy and one last grand international stage. Instead, his club future remains the subject circling every conversation.That is h
  
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• River Plate’s Interest In This Everton Star Raises Summer Questions: What Should Moyes Do With Him?

  12-06-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  River Plate’s Interest In This Everton Star Raises Summer Questions: What Should Moyes Do With Him?Argentine giants River Plate have fixed their sights on Everton’s Carlos Alcaraz. Reports from Olé, as relayed by Sport Witness, suggest this isn’t just lazy paper talk. He is a genuine target.River Plate eye Alcaraz as Almada alternativeRiver originally wanted Thiago Almada. But that deal has not been finalised. Atlético Madrid want roughly €20 million for just
  
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• Manchester United in pole position to sign £80 million-rated Real Madrid target

  12-06-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United in pole position to sign £80 million-rated Real Madrid targetReal Madrid have already closed three summer signings in the form of Ibrahima Konate, Denzel Dumfries, and most recently, Bernardo Silva.But the transfer activity at the Santiago Bernabeu is far from done, with another centre-back and a new midfielder expected to arrive in the coming weeks.One of the midfielders firmly on the agenda of Los Blancoshappens to be West Ham United and Portugal star Mateus Fernandes.M
  
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• Is Donald Trump running scared from his own World Cup?

  12-06-2026 20:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Perhaps it was just a coincidence, but Donald Trump was loudly booed in his hometown this week when he appeared at the NBA Finals in New York’s Madison Square Garden. He then decided against travelling to Los Angeles for the USA’s first game of the World Cup due to a “tight schedule”, according to the executive director of the White House, Andrew Giuliani.One can imagine how the LA crowd would have reacted to images of Trump on the monstrous screen that hangs down over th
  
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• Yan Diomande: Liverpool deal looks on after bombshell report

  12-06-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Yan Diomande: Liverpool deal looks on after bombshell reportLiverpool have a green light to push for Yan Diomande. This could be the start of something special.It's little secret that Liverpool want to sign Yan Diomande. The Ivorian is their priority signing for the summer, even if it's far from an easy one to make happen.First of all, you've got to persuade RB Leipzig to actually sell the player. Nothing happens if you're unable to do that - and it'll likely take over €100m to convince the
  
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• World Cup 2026: Canada vs. Bosnia starting line-ups – Four Serie A stars involved

  12-06-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup 2026: Canada vs. Bosnia starting line-ups – Four Serie A stars involvedFour Serie A stars are included in the starting line-ups as co-hosts Canada get their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign underway against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Friday evening.This may be a painful one for Italy supporters to watch, as this would have been the opening game of the tournament for the Azzurri had they not lost on penalties against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup play-off final back in March.
  
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• Report – Why Hansi Flick’s preferred fitness coach turned down Barcelona

  12-06-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report – Why Hansi Flick’s preferred fitness coach turned down BarcelonaThe removal of Julio Tous as FC Barcelona’s head of physical preparation has left Hansi Flick searching for a new leader for the club’s fitness department.The German tactician has decided not to continue with Tous as the head of his fitness department after some issues cropped up last season, such as the relapses related to key winger Raphinha.One of the first names linked with the role was Holger Bro
  
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• Real Madrid and Barcelona stance on Josko Gvardiol as Man City table lucrative contract offer

  12-06-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid and Barcelona stance on Josko Gvardiol as Man City table lucrative contract offerReal Madrid and Barcelona remain interested in signing Josko Gvardiol this summerInterest hinges on the Croatian failing to agree new Man City contract; current deal valid till 2028Man City optimistic of receiving Gvardiol’s green light on improved terms after FIFA World CupReal Madrid and Barcelona remain interested in Josko Gvardiol should the defender fail to agree a new contract at Manchester C
  
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• Manchester United Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This La Liga Winger: Is He Worth The Fight?

  12-06-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are Locked In A Three-Way Battle For This La Liga Winger: Is He Worth The Fight?In a recent report, Fichajes stated that Manchester United are locked in a three-way battle for Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams. It has been claimed that the Red Devils would have to compete with Arsenal and Liverpool in the race to sign the Spanish talent later this year.Williams’ Impressive Numbers In Spanish FootballWilliams managed to catch the eye at times with his performances on th
  
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• Roma reject Atletico’s €20 million offer for Dovbyk

  12-06-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma reject Atletico’s €20 million offer for DovbykArtem Dovbyk has failed to prove his worth in the capital. Arrived for a total fee of around €40 million, he hasn’t established himself in the starting eleven under either Claudio Ranieri or Gian Piero Gasperini. The time has come for him to move on, and a return to Spain is the most likely option. The Ukrainian arrived at Roma in the summer of 2024 after a head-to-head with Atlético Madrid. Born in 1997, the 20-year
  
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• Doors open for Real Madrid legend to return to the club as retirement looms

  12-06-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Doors open for Real Madrid legend to return to the club as retirement loomsAccording to AS, Real Madrid legend Luka Modric could be approaching the final chapter of one of football’s most remarkable careers. The Croatian midfielder is set to become a free agent in the coming days as his contract with AC Milan expires, and despite receiving several offers, there is growing uncertainty over whether he still has the motivation to continue competing at the highest level.Real Madrid return not
  
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• Manchester City Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Barcelona Full-Back: What Will He Bring To The Etihad?

  12-06-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Barcelona Full-Back: What Will He Bring To The Etihad?In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Manchester City are keeping a keen eye on Barcelona full-back Alejandro Balde. It has been revealed that the Mancunian giants are showing interest in acquiring the services of the Spanish defender this summer.Balde’s Important Role At BarcelonaBalde enjoyed a good run of form at the Catalan club after he put in a string of impressive displays for
  
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• 'Well respected' Potter returns to Hibs assistant role

  12-06-2026 20:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  "Well-respected" former Hibernian assistant head coach John Potter has returned to the post five years after exiting Easter Road.The 46-year-old joins David Gray's backroom team after spending three years with Scottish Championship club Raith Rovers.Gray took his first steps into coaching while Potter was assistant to Jack Ross with Hibs from 2019-2021 and the head coach is delighted to bring him back"He understands Hibs inside out and he is someone who has really helped me as both a player and
  
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• THE WORLD CUP, PAST AND PRESENT

  12-06-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  THE WORLD CUP, PAST AND PRESENTAC Milan have as many as ten players representing their respective national teams at the World Cup. Among them is Ecuador international Pervis Estupiñan, who underlined his excellent recent form by scoring with a stunning long-range lob in a friendly against Guatemala, a match that Ecuador went on to win 3-0. Luka Modrić was also on target in Croatia's friendly against Slovenia at the Anđelko Herjavec Stadium in Varaždin, and will now turn his
  
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• Report: Arsenal closing in on mega-money deal with Mikel Arteta

  12-06-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal closing in on mega-money deal with Mikel ArtetaArsenal Set to Reward Mikel Arteta with Record Breaking New ContractArsenal are moving closer to securing one of the most significant agreements of their modern era, with TeamTalk reporting that Mikel Arteta is on course to become the highest paid manager in English football.For a club that spent years searching for stability, direction and a clear footballing identity, the proposed deal represents far more than a financial commitmen
  
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• 😍 Unexpected love story: America falls for World Cup team

  12-06-2026 19:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😍 Unexpected love story: America falls for World Cup teamThe Algerian national team has already been in Kansas City for several days. In the major city on the state line between Missouri and Kansas, their first group match against world champions Argentina is scheduled for Wednesday.Deep in the heart of the USA, the Algerians have been welcomed with open arms. More than that: the visitors from North Africa are building a really great relationship with the local population!The band of the
  
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• Report: Liverpool are in the race to sign World Cup defender

  12-06-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool are in the race to sign World Cup defenderLiverpool Join Race for Lee Han-beom as World Cup Displays Turn HeadsLiverpool’s recruitment team has rarely been accused of ignoring emerging markets, and the growing interest in South Korean defender Lee Han-beom feels entirely consistent with that approach. According to reporting from TEAMtalk, the FC Midtjylland centre back is attracting attention from several Premier League clubs following a strong rise in European football a
  
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• Confirmed: Roma held talks with Pulisic 2 weeks ago

  12-06-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Roma held talks with Pulisic 2 weeks agoGian Piero Gasperini is looking to strengthen his attacking line for the new season, and AC Milan’s Christian Pulisic has been circulating with increasing frequency in recent hours. Here are all the updates on the deal.According to Alfredo Pedulla, Roma contacted Pulisic’s agent two weeks ago. Gasperini likes him, and he’s third on a shortlist of three to reinforce Roma’s wing.But it’s a deal that depends, above all
  
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• Premier League relaxes hair pulling rules as new guidelines unveiled for next season

  12-06-2026 19:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League referees will be able to caution players for hair pulling from the 2026-27 season, following the unveiling of new guidelines. This marks a significant shift, as the act was previously categorised as violent conduct, warranting a red card from the start of the 2025-26 campaign.Last season, three players in the English top flight were dismissed for hair pulling. Under the updated guidelines, a hair pull "without excessive force and/or brutality" will now warrant a yellow card. Howev
  
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• Barcelona delighted by unexpected discovery about new signing

  12-06-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona delighted by unexpected discovery about new signingFC Barcelona moved quickly to secure the signing of Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United, roping in the English winger in a deal worth €80 million.The 25-year-old attacker has signed a five-year contract with the Blaugrana which will run until the summer of 2031.Gordon’s injury record – a pleasant surprise for BarcelonaNow, according to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona’s excitement over the signing of Anthony Gordon ex
  
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• Ancelotti concern as Neymar misses training and could skip World Cup group stage

  12-06-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ancelotti concern as Neymar misses training and could skip World Cup group stageThere are concerns in Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil camp that starman Neymar may not be available for the entirety of the World Cup group stage, as the former Barcelona and PSG forward is still not training with the team on the eve of their opener against Morocco.Fears Neymar could miss entirety all three World Cup group stage matchesInjury concerns continue to plague Neymar heading into his final World Cup campaign
  
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• World Cup 2026: Ghana's Thomas Partey will miss first match after being denied entry into Canada

  12-06-2026 19:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey is set to miss the team's opening World Cup match Wednesday after being denied entry into Canada, according to The Athletic. The Black Stars are scheduled to play Panama at BMO Field, which is their only group stage match in the country."FIFA can confirm that player Thomas Partey will be unable to travel from Ghana's team base camp in Boston, USA, to Canada for their first match against Panama on Wednesday, 17 June, as his visa application has been refused by the C
  
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